January Spotlight of the Month: Player
Each month, USTA Oklahoma will highlight a player, a volunteer and a NJTL (National Junior Tennis & Learning) or Adaptive Tennis Player. After selecting the 3 winners, we will sit down for a Q & A with the spotlight of the month.
Athlete-- Any player that has good sportsmanship & dedication to the sport, whether they are just starting out in a Team Challenge or they are a National ranked player we would love to hear who you would recommend from your team or facility
Volunteer--A person that has gone above and beyond for your facility or program. Click here to read about January's volunteer of the month.
NJTL/Adaptive Player--A player that has demonstrated hard work and dedication they have put forth in their program. Click here to read about January's adaptive player of the month.
The January athlete spotlight of the month is….
Adalie Smith
Where do you play?
Edmond Center Court
Favorite tennis memory?
The first time I was able to make my mom run around all over the court for a ball.
Where are you from?
Houston, TX
How long have you been playing?
About 2 years.
Favorite athlete?
Alex Bregman on the Houston Astro's
Who is your tennis coach?
Caitlyn Metseff
What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal?
Eggs & Toast or a Banana
What racquet do you use?
Babolat Pure Drive Purple
Forehand or backhand?
Forehand
Favorite sport, besides tennis?
Swimming!
Favorite food?
Steak and brown gravy, made by my mom!
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