It started when Addison Bausman and I, best friends, were forced to participate in a tennis unit for gym class towards the end of 8th grade. By summer break, we had been going to the school’s tennis courts very frequently and improving every day until freshman year.
Once springtime arrived and girl’s tennis began, I paid my activity fee, found some old rackets, and signed up for junior varsity. Addison and I were together as a doubles team and occasionally migrated between singles and doubles.
2023 springtime tennis rolls around quicker than ever and this time I made it to the varsity team. I had brand-new tennis shoes, rackets, visors, and the confidence to practice with new players and some of my old teammates who made it with me.
Nicole Sendry became my new doubles partner and we were placed at 4 doubles. We improved greatly throughout the season together and played some amazing games while also having fun.
My nana drove me to and from every game, brought food for me and my teammates, and cheered me on during every match. She got a custom-made hoodie to wear for me and at our banquet was gifted flowers for her support.
By: Julie Mitchell
Julie enjoys playing tennis with her friend Addison in her free time. She hates the cold but loves it when the season falls into summer before it ends.
Congrats on the win!!!!