NAOTB: Kori Montoya
Why did you decide to come to Texas A&M?
Once I got here, walking around campus, I just told myself that no matter whether I was playing tennis or not, I could be here and the tennis is just an amazing atmosphere, everyone feels like family.
What is your favorite Aggie tradition?
The bonfire memorial is a really special place.
So far, what is your favorite part about Aggieland?
Just the people. Everyone is very welcoming.
Have you found a favorite restaurant in College Station?
De Boca. I get the filet medium rare.
How has it been fitting in with the team so far and getting to know your teammates?
It's been amazing, they're genuinely my family now. I love each and every one of them.
After a long day of playing tennis, what is your favorite thing to do?
Sleep!
When did you realize that you belonged here at Texas A&M?
Maybe my first week here, I was just like 'this is home.'
How did you get into tennis and at what age did you start playing?
I started playing when I was eight. I got into tennis because of my brother, he had just started playing.
When did you realize you could take your game to the college level?
I thought pretty young, that was the goal. I was choosing between gymnastics and tennis and I was pretty good at both, but I was picking up the racket pretty easily growing up. I always knew this was such a goal and when I have my mind on something, it's going to happen.
Who is a player that you have looked up to during your career?
Novak Djokovic.