Athlete of the Week: Elena Styliades ’24
Sport: Tennis
Pronouns: She/Her
Year: 2024 (Senior)
Hometown: Moorestown, New Jersey
Favorite Food:
Sushi.
Favorite Dana meal?
Chicken Parm.
What is your major?
Business and Economics.
How long have you been playing tennis?
Since I was 6 years old.
What inspired you to start playing tennis?
The individuality and team aspect of tennis.
Why did you choose to attend St. Lawrence?
The welcoming atmosphere of the Laurentian community and the tennis team.
What is your favorite team memory?
Last spring season, we made it to the Liberty League Tennis Championships and we got through the first round against Union College. It was one of the closest matches we had and we had the best positive support and energy which helped me and all my teammates to play so well. It was such a great experience to be there with such a great group of girls and to be able to win in the first round.
What is your favorite St. Lawrence memory?
This year’s parents and alumni weekend.
What is your favorite part of being a collegiate athlete?
Having a set group of friends before arriving on campus. How has your season been going so far? My team and I ended on a great note for our fall season, with our last tournament having 38 overall wins and 2 overall losses, and four of my teammates made it into ITA’s.
Fun fact?
I was adopted from Russia