Senior Jim Smoot prepares to return a shot against Lake Creek on Sept. 23.
Jim Smoot, senior
What do you like most about the tennis team?
Jim Smoot takes a drink of water between sets in a match against Lake Creek at home on Sept. 23. (James Pham)
“I really like the memories we make and the bonds we’ve formed over the last three years that I’ve been on the team.”
Do you play doubles or singles? Who is your doubles partner?
“I play doubles and singles. I play doubles with my brother.”
What has been your best moment on the tennis court?
“It might’ve been this week when we can back to win. We faced about five match points and ended up winning, so that was pretty cool to do with my brother.”
What has been the highlight of the season for you?
“I’d probably say that moment right there, winning with my brother.”
If you didn’t play tennis, what other sport would you play?
“Probably football. I’ve played that my whole life then I stopped playing because I was pretty short. But I like football a lot.”
Who is your biggest role model?
“I’d probably say my dad and my older brother Will. They are just good examples for me.”
What is the coolest place you’ve ever traveled to?
“I’d say Haiti was a really cool experience. We got to go there a few years ago.”
What is your favorite go-to snack?
“I don’t really eat snacks, but I like goldfish a lot.”
