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In August 2025, I made my high school varsity tennis team. That was the goal I had set before the school year even started: hit a 4.0 UTR and earn a varsity spot. I made the team with a 3.92 UTR, basically achieving 1.5 out of 2 goals (3.92 is close enough, right?). Once I made the team and got through the first two weeks of practice, school started, and I had no idea what was ahead of me. During the season, I made some of my best friends, played alongside and watched players

Food is one of the most important factors in athletic performance, yet many athletes overlook its impact and struggle to maintain proper fuel and strength. This blog aims to provide a clear understanding of how to build and maintain a stable nutrition plan. For example, one of the most effective diets for tennis players is a starch-based diet, which includes foods such as bread and pasta. Starches are an excellent source of energy because they provide sustained fuel, helping

An Interview with Columbia University’s Gayathri Krishnan This week’s Student-Athlete Spotlight  features Gayathri Krishnan , a...

I had a chance to speak with Will Hook, a college football player and communications major at the College of Idaho. Will shared his...

July 6, 2025 – 3:00 PM: Finals day. Tournament match time. My nerves were all over the place. With this being the championship round, I...

By Thea Krishnaswamy Hi, I'm Thea Krishnaswamy, and I'm a student-athlete. I take both my academics and tennis very seriously. My goal is...