Get to know your Collin College student athletes in this regular feature. This week, we meet members of the men's and women's tennis teams.
Name: Sofia Gonzalez de la Vega Reta
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Plans after graduation: My goal is to transfer to a good university for Fall 2023. When I transfer, I want to get my bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or engineering. And I would like to join the tennis team at the new university.
Previous teams: Instituto Thomas Jefferson; Club Berimbau
Other sports? When I go back to Mexico City, I play padel with my family and friends. I do it because I consider it a nice way of spending quality time with them. I really enjoy playing tennis, because whenever I'm working hard on the court and see that I'm capable of doing really well, my tennis performance is what motivates me to keep going.
Favorite game: Mario Kart
Favorite quote: "Success is not the victory, but everything you have fought to win."
Favorite artist: Coldplay
Accomplishment you are most proud of: The accomplishment I'm most proud of is all the effort and dedication I put into my dream to be able to come to the USA to study. Also, all the experiences, changes, and improvements that I have gone through have helped me to be more resilient and adaptable.
Why did you choose Collin College? I chose Collin College because they offered me a good scholarship to play tennis and at the same time, pursue my associate degree in science.
Name: Drew Guarnieri
Hometown: Plano
Plans after graduation: Professional coaching
High School: Frisco Reedy High School
Other sports: I don't play other sports. I enjoy tennis because it's a graceful individual sport.
Favorite game: God of War
Favorite quote: "Yesterday's history, tomorrow's a mystery, and today's a gift. That's why it's called the present."
Favorite artist: Dream Theater
Accomplishment you are most proud of: I was awarded Most Valuable Player in high school.
Why did you choose Collin College? It's very close to family, and it's a good, cheap alternative.