By Breana Aquino – Staff Reporter

Siya Patil is one of the senior captains of the Jonathan Law girls tennis team. Advocate Staff Reporter Breana Aquino interviewed Patil about the season.

Breana Aquino: How do you think the season fared?

Siya Patil: I think this season went really well, and it was definitely my favorite season so far. We tied the school record for wins, which was a huge accomplishment, especially with such a tough schedule. More importantly, our team grew a lot throughout the season, both as players and as teammates.

BA: As a captain, how have you played a role in helping guide the team?

SP: As a captain, I always tried to make sure everyone felt included and supported. My co-captains and I would give pep talks before matches to help motivate the team and keep everyone focused. We worked hard during practices and matches, but we also made sure to have fun and build a positive team environment.

BA: Were you able to accomplish any goals you had hoped you would this season?

SP: Yes, I was honored to be named All-SCC alongside my doubles partner, Emma Ciccarelli. We had a great season together and accomplished a lot of the goals we set at the beginning of the year. I also worked hard to improve my serve, and it was really rewarding to see that practice pay off during matches.

BA: What has motivated you throughout the season?

SP: Being a captain and a senior motivated me to be a good role model for the younger players on the team. Since it was my last season, I wanted to make the most of every opportunity and help leave the team in a strong position for the future. I also wanted to contribute as much as I could and make my final season memorable.

BA: What will you miss the most about playing with this team?

SP: I’ll miss how close our team is. Over the season, the 16 of us became like a family. We spent so much time together at practices, matches, and team events, and everyone was always there to support each other. The friendships and memories we made are something I’ll never forget.