NT tennis signs 5 new players

OldTimer · May 14, 2003

Prevette Inks Her Largest Signing Class At North Texas

DENTON (5/14/03) — The departure of five seniors at the conclusion of the 2002-03 season has led to the North Texas women’s tennis team signing its largest class since Dawna Prevette became the head coach three seasons ago. Prevette has inked three high school players and two junior-college transfers to national letters of intent to play for the Mean Green next season.

Prevette, who signed Kelly Royer (Eugene, Ore.) and Krysta Lee (Hillsborough [FL] Community College) last November, has added two more freshmen and another JUCO player to the 2003 signing class. Joining Royer as freshmen on the 2004 roster are Megan Schmulbach of El Paso, Tex., (Coronado HS) and Katherine Harris from Coppell, Tex. (Coppell HS). Holly Lee, also transferring from Hillsbourough CC, is Krysta Lee’s sister and both players will have two years of eligibility left.

Schmulbach played No. 1 singles and doubles for the 2001 state champion Coronado Thunderbirds her sophomore, junior and senior seasons. As a sophomore and senior she was a Texas state 5A champion. She ranked as high as No. 7 nationally in doubles this season and finished 2002 ranked No. 197 in singles.

“Megan is a great player who hits the ball hard and is aggressive,” said Prevette. “She has a knack for doubles that will definitely help our doubles lineup. She’s a great addition to our team.”

Harris ranked No. 11 in the state of Texas in singles and paired up with Lauren Wilhelm to advance to regionals in doubles.

“Katherine is an intense player with talent, drive and spirit,” said Prevette. “She is one of the most willing athletes I’ve been around.”

Holly Lee will join the North Texas program this Fall after spending her freshman and sophomore seasons with Hillsborough CC in Tampa, Fla. Lee posted a 23-11 overall record her freshman campaign and went 38-14 overall her sophomore season for a combined record of 61-25 at Hillsborough CC.

“Holly is a tough baseliner, and she will add some depth to our lineup,” said Prevette. “She is extremely athletic, and she has a great desire to improve upon her game.”

CMJ · May 15, 2003

Well like the beginning said, we HAD to have a big recruiting class with all the seniors we're losing. Welcome to the new lady eagles.

untbowler · May 17, 2003

Going to miss the girls they were mostly TX bred and they were all great students, players, and people. Best of Luck to those who Graduated (Kristen, Sandyha, Natalie, Bettina). Good Luck to those coming, especially the two Texas Girls, played each other in the 5A Doubles final.

Hope everybody supports the team next year.