Kentucky Women’s Tennis Signs Fiona Arrese to Class of 2020

LEXINGTON, Ky. –  The University of Kentucky women’s tennis program signed Fiona Arrese to its decorated class of 2020, head coach Carlos Drada announced Friday morning. The Barcelona, Spain, native will join Elizabeth Stevens, a top-40 recruit in the United States, and Salsa Aher, a top-three recruit in India, in the elite class of 2020.
 
Name Fiona Arrese
Hometown Barcelona, Spain
High School Lleo XIII
UTR High 10.50

• Spanish National Team/Junior Fed Cup member U14, U16 and U18 … Ranked No. 180 in the ITF World Junior Rankings … Plays right handed.
• “I chose UK for its worldwide reputation, with a tennis program led by top coaches with high values,” Arrese said.
• “We are thrilled that Fiona Arrese signed with our tennis program,” Drada said. “Fiona has great potential on the tennis court and as a person she is the right fit for our culture.”
• “We are extremely pumped to have Fiona become a Wildcat,” Sabogal said. “Throughout the recruiting process, it was evident to us that she represents and possess what is needed to perform at the highest level, both on and off the court. Her character and determination to develop mentally and athletically are key assets that will help our very young team next year. We are certain she will make an impact in our program, our league and nationally the moment she steps on campus.”

 
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