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: Mikayla Plitt
Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa
Plans after graduation: Earn a four-year scholarship to play tennis
Previous School: King David High School
Favorite non-tennis team/athlete: Jack Grealish from Manchester City
No. 1 on my playlist: "You broke my heart" by Drake
My pre-game ritual: Listening to music
What keeps me motivated to play at a higher level: Being better than I was yesterday
Why I chose Collin College: I thought it was the best fit for me.
Name: Zebadiah Collins
Hometown: Highland Village
Plans after graduation: Own a social media marketing company
Previous School: Flower Mound Marcus High School
Favorite non-tennis team/athlete: John Cena
No. 1 on my playlist: "Know who you are at every age" by Cocteau Twins
My pre-game ritual: Warming up with house music
My biggest inspiration: My parents. I aspire to be like them, and they have done so much for me.
What keeps me motivated to play at a higher level: Seeing myself and my teammates improve
Why I chose Collin College: The cost and it was close to home