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Shane Essick, Troy

Shane Essick, Troy

Shane Essick, Troy High School

Tennis

Recent Success:

10-0 in the GWOC, 17-6 overall

Accomplishments:

2x singles sectional champion, doubles sectional champion, 4x district qualifier, GWOC North.

Favorite Quote: “Losing is not my enemy, fear of losing is my enemy.”

Inspiration: “My dad because he’s what drove me to play tennis and without him I would not be playing now.”

Most Impactful Coach: “Brian Dean, I’ve been with him since I was a little kid and he’s got so much insight on the game and has taught me so much on and off the court; I have so much respect for him.”

Favorite Sports Memory: “Senior night, winning 5-0 with all those people who came out was awesome.”

Athletic Goals: “Play in college and improve day by day.”

The Future: Finish college with a good job & starting a family.