Name: Laura Hensley-Birky
Birthdate: 11/27/93
Hometown: I was born here in Cedar Rapids and
have lived here my entire life.
Favorite Tennis Player: Roger Federer is
my favorite tennis player. He’s my favorite because he is the best player
ever. I also like him because he makes tennis look easy and makes you
want to be a better player.
Favorite non-tennis sport/hobby: Volleyball is my
favorite sport to play besides tennis. I’ve been around volleyball my
entire life and started playing competitively when I was 8.
General background information: My parents
are Tom and Kathy Birky. We have 2 dogs
– Maggie (beagle) and Lucy (Belgian shepherd).
I have 4 older sisters: Sarah,
Teresa, Katie and Elizabeth. I am also an aunt! I have 8 amazing
nieces and nephews. As I was growing up I played softball, volleyball,
and tennis. In high school I played volleyball and tennis. In volleyball
I was a 3 year varsity player (setter) making an appearance in 2
state tournaments. In tennis I was a 4 year varsity player making an
appearance in 1 state tournament. Tennis
awards I received in high school include: Second team all-conference, second
team all-metro, first team all-conference, and first team all-metro, and team
captain for 2 years.
What separates you from everyone else:
I love being part
of a team and feel strongly about doing well for not only myself, but for the
whole team. Playing team sports and coming from a big family I understand
the importance of working together as individuals to attain the goal of the
group. That may be one reason why I love playing doubles so much! I
always play my best when my outcome is going to affect my team. Whether I
am playing on the court or sitting on the sideline, you will see me supporting
my teammates. I am excited to be part of the Kohawk tennis team!
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