Athlete Info
Introduction
Since the first day I started playing tennis, I knew that my life would revolve around this game. From the daily training sessions, to the trips that I had to make during my career, I feel extremely happy I chose this sport in particular, as it reflects who I am as a person - a hardworking, self-reliant, and hungry for success person, coming from a small country with limited tennis traditions.
Sport
| Sport | Tennis |
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| NAIA ID | |
| NCAA ID | 2003820197 |
Top Athletic Achievements
Winner Masters under 14 "Devin Cup"
Winner "Tennis Europe" U16 "Stara Zagora Cup" - 2017
2nd place "Tennis Europe" U16 "Sliven Cup"
2nd place ITF "Juniors doubles", "Indoor Cup"
Winner ITF Juniors doubles "Avenue Cup"
Competitions & Tournaments
First place "Levski cup"2017 singles
Second place "Kenana cup" 2017 singles
Semi final "Avenue cup" ITF juniors singles 2018
First place "Avenue cup" ITF juniors doubles 2018
Quarter final "President cup"ITF juniors 2018
Semi final "Subotica"ITF juniors 2019
Quarter final "Stara Zagora cup"ITF juniors 2019
Quarter final "Sofia cup"ITF juniors 2019
Semi final "Levski Cup" doubles 2020
Quarter final "National outdoor championships" 2020
Other Athletic Info
Current UTR: 12.00
Best UTR: 12.55
Best serve MPH: 122
Average serve MPH: 110
National "Promising Youth Talent" Award - 2015
Academics
| GPA | 3.0 |
| SAT | 1230 |
| TOEFL | |
| High School | 47 SOU HRISTO G. DANOV |
Interview
What makes you different?
Since the first day I started playing tennis, I knew that my life would revolve around this game. From the daily training sessions, to the trips that I had to make during my career, I feel extremely happy I chose this sport in particular, as it reflects who I am as a person - a hardworking, self-reliant, and hungry for success person, coming from a small country with limited tennis traditions.
Why do you want to compete in college?
The USA will offer me the biggest chance to make a name of myself, compete in a high-competitive environment with players from all around the world and prove to myself and others that hard work eventually pays off. I also want to learn about the latest training methodologies and combine the best of both worlds. I have traveled all across Europe, but i believe the USA is the leader in college tennis, so it would be the perfect place to begin this journey of my life.
College goals
If accepted, my main goal would be to prove myself as the number 1 player in the College and compete with as many players as possible. I am also very open-minded towards learning new things and I believe the degree I have chosen to pursue, could only supplement my process of becoming a professional tennis player.
Tennis and life Goals?
My main goal has always been to be in the top 100ATP players.
Even though it's becoming increasingly hard to do so, I believe all it takes is dedication, motivation and the right state of mind. I would also love to explore the culture in the USA and possibly continue my life as a pro tennis player in the States.
Media
Simeon Kostov College Video
