Player Bio: Aaron Wong - University of Washington Official Athletic Site
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2008-09 (Freshman): Redshirted the season to preserve a year of eligibility.
Before Washington and Personal
Born in West Vancouver, British Columbia ... parents are Eileen and Clement Wong ... was the 2008 Provincial MVP in both singles and mixed doubles and the 2007 Provincial MVP award in singles in 2007 ... led West Sentinel to the Team Provincial Finals ... 2006 Provincial MVP for Boys Singles ... intends to pursue pre-science major.
Coach Anger on Wong:
"Aaron walked on at the beginning of the fall and is going to redshirt for us. He is growing from the experience and being around these guys. He doesn't have as much experience in the juniors as a lot of the guys, and is improving every day."
Fast Facts
Best thing about being a Husky: Wearing Purple and Gold
Best thing about Seattle: It's very similar to home
Best thing about the coaching staff: Their amount of knowledge and experience.
Favorite Husky moment thus far: Stepping on the tennis court as a real Husky
Favorite match you've seen: Federer/Nadal Wimbledon Final 2008
Song that you would pick if you had to sing karaoke: "Staying Alive," BeeGees
What movie have you seen more than any other: Rush Hour 2
Best piece of advice you've received during tennis career: Don't think about the last point because you cant change it, just look forward and play the next point better.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go: Australia
What UW class has taught you the most? Econ 200
Favorite game to play at recess in elementary school: Football
Pre-match ritual: Turn on my iPod and try to relax for a few minutes
Favorite non-Husky sports team to watch: Australian Wallabies
The following posters are on my dorm/apartment walls: Usain Bolt, Obama and Martin Luther King Jr.
