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July Spotlight of the Month: NJTL 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 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.
- NJTL/Adaptive Player - A player that has demonstrated hard work and dedication they have put forth in their program.
The July NJTL player spotlight of the month is….
Noah Gou
Where do you play?
I play at The Greens in Oklahoma City
Favorite tennis memory?
My favorite tennis memory was when I won my first L3 at OKC Tennis Center
How long have you been playing?
Seven years
Favorite athlete?
Federer
Who is your tennis coach?
Tim Shanahan
What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal?
I warm up and I don’t eat anything until after the match
What racquet do you use?
Wilson Blade
Forehand or backhand?
Forehand
Favorite sport, besides tennis?
Table tennis
Favorite food?
Chipotle
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