FALL SPORTS PREVIEW: VARSITY GIRLS’ TENNIS

Varsity girls’ tennis started out their season with a 16-2 win against Beverly Hills High School on Sept. 6, and another 16-2 win against Santa Monica High School on Sept. 11. Captain and junior Koko Makrygiannis believes that the team is looking strong and will be successful in competition this year due to incoming experienced players. Along with seniors who have been playing for the team for three years now, the team has gained freshmen who will be able to add to their overall success.

Makrygiannis is optimistic about the rest of the season, and expresses her love for her teammates.

Although the varsity girls’ tennis team has won the highly anticipated match against Palos Verdes High School (PVHS) in previous years, Makrygiannis thinks that the Oct. 4 game may be a challenge this year, but not impossible.

“[Beating] PVHS will be difficult, but if we all play to our best abilities, we can pull it off,” Makrygiannis said.

Sophomore Kimmi Hance believes camaraderie and teamwork are crucial elements of varsity tennis.

“Nobody really stands out too much, but everyone shines in their own way,” Hance said.