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Former FAU Women’s Tennis Player Qualifies for US Open
8/26/2019 9:38:00 PM | Women's Tennis
Congratulations Aliona Bolsova - #WinninginParadise
Former Florida Atlantic University women's tennis player, Aliona Bolsova ('17-'18), is set to compete in the first round of the US Open, on Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. Bolsova will face Barbora Strycova, ranked No. 31 in singles, while also currently the No. 1 ranked doubles player in the World.
Forgoing her final two collegiate seasons, Bolsova turned pro following the 2018 Conference USA Championship.
The sophomore from Paladrugell, Spain had a remarkable career with the Owls in her lone season. She went undefeated in singles play with a record of 19-0, winning each match in straight sets, including eight victories over ranked opponents. In doubles, she went 15-3, earning a No. 4 overall seed in the NCAA Women's Tennis Championship. She was also ranked No. 2 in the ITA singles rankings.
In her time as an Owl, Bolsova was twice named the Conference USA Athlete of the Week. At the conclusion of the 2018 season, she earned both the C-USA Women's Tennis Player of the Year and C-USA Newcomer of the Year awards. She also earned a spot on the C-USA All-Academic team and the C-USA Commissioner's Honor Roll.
Forgoing her final two collegiate seasons, Bolsova turned pro following the 2018 Conference USA Championship.
The sophomore from Paladrugell, Spain had a remarkable career with the Owls in her lone season. She went undefeated in singles play with a record of 19-0, winning each match in straight sets, including eight victories over ranked opponents. In doubles, she went 15-3, earning a No. 4 overall seed in the NCAA Women's Tennis Championship. She was also ranked No. 2 in the ITA singles rankings.
In her time as an Owl, Bolsova was twice named the Conference USA Athlete of the Week. At the conclusion of the 2018 season, she earned both the C-USA Women's Tennis Player of the Year and C-USA Newcomer of the Year awards. She also earned a spot on the C-USA All-Academic team and the C-USA Commissioner's Honor Roll.
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