Many of you might know by now that this year’s UT Tennis team did not do so well. But, the team lead by Coach Al DuFaux is ready to make the arrangements to come out stronger next season.
Fahrner, who played for Coach Tommy Shaw while in high school, comes to the UT Tennis program as one of the biggest promises for next season. With honors that include all-conference team, a SAC award and high school MVP for 3 years, Fahrner will enter UT bringing a lot of positive things along.
“I feel I can be a positive asset. After playing in high school with my team, I understand working together for a common goal. After meeting the girls on the [UT] team I feel it is a great fit for me as all the girls are motivated and we all want success,” Fahrner said.
She showed no hesitation when asked why she picked UT out of all the other colleges that were trying to recruit her. “I wanted a university that was close knit and personable. I wanted to play tennis for the Spartans and was very excited to get recruited. Playing for the Spartans was one of my main goals in attending the University of Tampa,” Fahrner said.
“Coach DuFaux was a major factor in my decision making as well. He made me feel welcomed and part of the team, and I am look forward to having him as a coach next year,” Fahrner said.
Fahrner explained how she was excited with all of the academic aspects UT has to offer as well, which makes her feel that she can accomplish the goals set out before her.
Being recruited by the UT tennis team was one of the most exciting experiences Fahrner has ever gone through. She openly commented that it was a feeling of accomplishment and she felt rewarded for all of the hard work she had put in over the last years.
“I realize that junior tennis is another mind set and I’m looking forward to the challenge before me,” Fahrner said. “I hope to accomplish what it takes mentally to be a college tennis player as it can only improve my game, which will transform in positive results for the team.”
The tennis team is really gearing up for next season and Fahrner is one of the four American additions to the team as the other two players are from Canada and the UK. Hopefully the new players will work well with the returning members to achieve a great season and Fahrner knows that she can be a part of that success.
“You can expect dedication, hard work, enthusiasm and loyalty for something that I really care about and want to succeed in.” Fahrner said.