Playing the Nixa tournament this year with my doubles partner Taegan and winning first place in our flight.
Don't take the little moments for granted because one day you'll look back and realize they were big memories.
Running to the courts with my friends before practice and having fun just hitting around, especially when it was dark outside and there was music playing.
Don't dwell on your mistakes, but instead focus on what you are going to do next and enjoy every moment of it.
Winning COC last year, as well as growing up with my best friends and seeing everything they have accomplished in this sport for the last 4 years.
Take opportunities that arise, enjoy the moment, and be kind to one another.
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Winning the Nixa tournament last year. It was my first time ever winning a tournament and it felt amazing!
Utilize the off season and pay attention to your mental game just as much as your physical game.
My favorite memory is when I got to play my first doubles match with Macaela.
Don't expect to be perfect every time, and cherish every moment that you have because it goes by fast.
Playing against Republic teams in the finals of both the Republic and Nixa tournaments.
Make sure you have fun and don't make everything in life about winning or losing.
Me and Jordan playing at Branson. We were losing, so I went to the fence where the girls were watching and asked for encouragement. They cheered our names for the rest of the match, even after we lost.
Don't take practices for granted, and don't be scared to get to know both underclassmen and upperclassmen. Having a close team can make all the difference.
In the Bolivar tournament, Sawyer and I started to lose, so we called Vales over and asked him to take a walk because he was watching. After that we came back and won 1st place in our flight.
Before returning a ball, get off your feet by jumping. Just have fun. Enjoy being able to play a fun sport.
Going undefeated in the COC tournament and winning the title with my team.
Treat yourself like you'd treat your partner, and give yourself grace.
Eating after tennis matches and the bus rides home.
Your only opponent is you.
Bus rides home with my best friends, especially when we go eat after games.
Go to as many summer training nights as you can, because it's a great opportunity to gain experience, learn from others, and build lifelong friendships.
The fun drills done with the tennis girls.
Never assume we're not going to have to run.
My favorite tennis memory is Jordan and me winning first in our flight two times this year, and all the bus rides with everyone.
Keep practicing and the hard work will pay off.
Qualifying for state at individual districts with my doubles partner, Mati Carpenter.
Don't let others kill the passion that you have. “You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” – Serena Williams
My favorite tennis memory is Claire and me beating Ozark in my first varsity tournament, and the late night bus rides home.
You are only going to get what you put into it. Work hard and fall in love with the game.
Beating a higher-ranked player in singles against Carthage.
Don't get discouraged by rank or bad days. Growth is 1-on-1, so just keep reaching for your goals.
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