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SportsCow Fall Sports Preview: Park Rapids Area Girls Tennis

HEAD COACH: Brianne Morris

YEARS AS HEAD COACH: 15

YEARS IN YOUR PROGRAM: 17

ASSISTANT COACHES: Lane Miles

 

RETURNING LETTERWINNERS:

Madeline Brandt-11

Addi Frieden-11

Emma Morris-11

 

OTHER PLAYERS EXPECTED TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS:

Haley Larson-8

MaKenna Maanum-10

Avery Ross-10

Evie Ehler-10

Sophia Gauthier-12

Elsie Forbes-9

Danika Jenson-11

Madison Himango-11

Jalen Hensel-12

 

ANY OTHER RETURNEES:

Kimberly Ohm-10

Amelia Gravdahl-11

Claire French-11

Samantha Clementson-11

Kylee Becker-10

Harper Diekman-8

Brooklyn Popanda-8

Ally Kurtz-9

Lana Gravdahl-8

Karah Albino-10

 

PLAYERS LOST TO GRADUATION:

Natalie Berghuis

Emma Berghuis

Isabel Nevela

Ella Ehler

Nora Bolton

Bella Vinge

Emmy Goochey

Abby Runyan

Kate Dravis

Rachel Ulvin

Destiny Haddy

 

STRENGTHS GOING INTO THIS SEASON:

One of the key strengths of our tennis team this season is their strong foundation despite being a young group with limited varsity experience. They are hardworking and bring a solid understanding of the game, with good mechanics and technique. Their willingness to learn, grow, and take coaching has made them very coachable and competitive. This drive and positive mindset will serve them well as they gain more match experience and continue to develop throughout the season.

 

KEYS TO HAVING A SUCCESSFUL SEASON:

Keys to a successful season will be, having a positive mindset-players will view challenges as learning opportunities and stay mentally strong, especially in tough times. We’d like to continue to improve and grow all season.

 

TOP TEAMS IN YOUR SECTION:

Staples-Motley

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Crookston

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