Men's tennis announces 2021-22 recruiting class
Despite all the problems posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mesa men's tennis team put together a fine, if shortened, season last year, finishing 12th in the nation at the NJCAA Division I National Championship.
Now, head tennis coach Feroz Rast is looking forward to what everyone hopes will be a normal year in 2021-22 and is truly excited about his team's prospects.
Coach Rast comments, "I'm so happy to officially announce our 2021 class. This is going to be a very special group. They are highly motivated and ready to compete. I love the balance of local and international players and can't wait to get them all on the court. I know they will mix in well with our returning players and will help us compete for a national championship! It is a great day to be a T-Bird."
The new group will join four players returning from last season. Back should be No. 1 singles player Beto Carlon and No. 3 Cameron Khan as well Duncan Mulenga and Tate Porter.
Below is a rundown on MCC's top new recruits.
Harry Browning - New Zealand. A highly-ranked player with a big serve and forehand.
Frichard Mulenga - Zambia. Ranked top 5 nationally and has a complete game. High tennis IQ and extreme work ethic.
Arturo Socias - Spain. Big time lefty with a powerful forehand. Moves amazingly on the court and has great composure.
Ben Dugmore - Canada. Big serve and forehand. Loves to compete and looks to play very aggressive. Also, very good at the net and a strong doubles player.
Lukas Baruffi - Arizona. Great varsity experience from the highly ranked Basha High school tean. Plays a complete game. Strong mental game and steady at the net.
Ethan Goodman -Arizona Williams Field High School. Great player and has a desire to win.
Andrew Hoffman - Arizona. Coming in from Desert Vista High School. Has four years of varsity experience. Great student athlete that is ready for the challenge of college tennis.
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