Get to know UTSA women's tennis student-athlete Ekua Youri in this Q&A.
Q: Why did you choose UTSA?
Ekua Youri: "I chose UTSA mainly because of how our coach [Ki Kroll] spoke about the environment, and it just felt like such an inspiring place to be in."
Q: What do you like most about being a student-athlete at UTSA?
Ekua Youri: "Being a student-athlete comes with a lot of upside, such a getting full support in juggling your academics with your sport, getting nutritious meals and being able to mingle and socialize with other fellow athletes who we're surrounded by."
Q: How did you first get involved with playing tennis?
Ekua Youri: "I got involved through my brother. He started tennis, then I picked it up and fell in love with the sport immediately."
Q: What are you majoring in and what do you hope to do following your athletic career?
Ekua Youri: "I'm majoring in psychology and I hope to pursue a career in sports psychology to help other athletes understand how essential the mind is while playing a sport."
Q: What is an interesting fact about you that most people might not know?
Ekua Youri: "I really enjoy watching F1."
Q: Who has been the most influential person in your life and why?
Ekua Youri: "I would say my mum. Despite going through numerous obstacles in her life like losing her father at a young age and growing up in adverse circumstances in Africa, she still managed to persevere and flourish and create an incredible life for she and her family."
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