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MTennis:  Ethan Quinn will forgo his final three years of eligibility at the University of Georgia to begin his professional career

The Fresno, California, native made the announcement Monday morning.

As a redshirt-freshman, Quinn helped lead the Bulldogs to their 42^nd overall SEC championship with a perfect 12-0 league record. Playing No. 1 singles and doubles, he guided Georgia to the quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament, before he captured the 2023 NCAA Singles crown. He became just the third player in Georgia history, joining the elite company of Mikael Pernfors and Matias Boeker, to win the NCAA singles championship and just the fourth freshman since 1977 to earn the title. 

Quinn was named the ITA Rookie of the Year with an impressive 34-10 singles record, which included 26 wins against ranked opponents. He ended the year on a 17-match win streak on his way to earning All-America status in both singles and doubles.

The first-team All-SEC performer was named the SEC Freshman of the Week five times. He won the ITA All-America Championships in the fall and earned a bid to play in this year’s U.S. Open.

Quinn also excelled academically, boasting a 3.86 GPA in sport management. He will continue online courses at UGA. 

Ethan Quinn Statement

“From the moment I stepped foot on campus at the University of Georgia, I have felt at home. This place gave me both a school and family with endless opportunities as well as a place where I could start the next chapter of my life. Although my journey has been unusual, I am proud of it. It was my own story that I lived, and I do not regret any part of the last three semesters. Athens changed my life, and I am forever grateful to everyone who was a part of it.

First, to my family and friends, thank you for raising me the right way in the eyes of God, for believing in me, supporting me, and teaching me to confront my fears so I can become the person and player I aspire to be. You have taught me how to handle the challenges and expectations that consumed me as a student-athlete so I could focus on what I love to do.

To my coaches, thank you for encouraging and pushing me to be the greatest version of myself. I have learned so much from each of you and am grateful for every lesson you have taught me. You have helped me recognize that not all progress is linear, so I must enjoy the journey because everything happens for a reason.

To my teammates and brothers, thank you for taking an ignorant kid under your wings. You always pushed me to be my best, but also humbled and supported me when needed. Most importantly, thank you for your friendships and helping me call Athens my home.

Finally, thank you University of Georgia for helping me become a professional tennis player while continuing to pursue my education.”

Georgia Head Coach Manny Diaz Statement

“The Georgia tennis family celebrates with Ethan as he takes the next steps in his career. From SEC champion to NCAA singles champion and All-American, his list of accomplishments will continue to grow at the professional level.

“This was a tough decision for Ethan because of the love he has for his teammates and the University of Georgia.  It has been an honor to coach such a tremendous young man, and I can’t thank him enough for the positive impact he’s had on our program. You will always be a Damn Good Dawg, EQ!”

T&F: Seven current or former Bulldogs posted top-six showings during the USATF NYC Grand Prix

Matthew Boling, a native of Houston, Texas, ran his first 400m in a Bulldog uniform since the program’s home meet in 2021 and finished second with a personal record 45.58, which ranks fifth in the school record books. 

Another silver medal finish came from Lady Bulldog legend Keturah Orji, who traveled 14.30 meters/46 feet, 11 inches in the triple jump.  The 2018 Bowerman winner and eight-time NCAA champion currently has the world’s 10^th-best jump this year as a professional.

A pair of current Bulldog men also finished in the top five in their respective events.  Marc Minichello, a native of West Pittston, Pa., who was fourth in the javelin at the 2023 NCAA Outdoor Championships, finished fourth thanks to a top mark of 75.16m/246-7.  True freshman Will Sumner, a Canton, Ga., native who swept the Southeastern Conference indoor and outdoor 800m titles and captured the 2023 national outdoor crown as well, scored a fifth-place finish after completing his two laps in 1:46.79.

Alencar Pereira was also on the 2023 Bulldog roster and took sixth in the hammer throw with an effort of 70.62m/231-8.  The native of Brazil was the runner-up at SECs and was a Second Team All-American outdoors this season.

Two more former Georgia standouts also had success on the track in Ichan Stadium.  Olympic medalist Lynna Irby finished fourth in the 400m (51.10) after winning the 2018 NCAA outdoor 400m crown for the Lady Bulldogs.  Kendal Williams, who was a part of Georgia’s 2018 outdoor national championship team, took fifth in the 100m with a wind-legal 10.10.

Up Next: A number of Bulldogs are expected to continue to compete at a variety of summer meets.  Those qualified will represent UGA at the USATF Championships in Eugene, Ore., on July 6-9.  Those who qualify out of USAs advance to the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Aug. 19-27.

MBB: The SEC office announced the home and road opponents for all 14 SEC men’s hoops teams on Monday

The dates, times and television designation for all SEC games will be announced at a later date.

Georgia’s home slate includes “March Madness” participants Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Tennessee and Texas A&M. Rounding out the Bulldogs’ SEC opponents who will visit Stegeman Coliseum this winter are Florida, LSU, Ole Miss and South Carolina.

The SEC’s 18-game schedule for men’s basketball includes five home-and-home matchups and eight teams on a one-time basis. The home-and-home foes include three permanent and two rotating schools. Georgia plays Auburn, Florida and South Carolina twice each season and will also face Arkansas and LSU on two occasions during the 2023-24 campaign.

In addition to those five teams, the Bulldogs will travel to Kentucky, Mississippi State, Missouri and Vanderbilt this season.

Georgia upped its win total by double-digits during head coach Mike White’s first season in Athens, going from 6-26 in 2021-22 to 16-16. That “+10” margin was the second-best regular-season increase for victories by any Power 5 program last season.

Georgia Opponents – Home and Away

Home

Alabama

Arkansas

Auburn

Florida

LSU

Ole Miss

South Carolina

Tennessee

Texas A&M

Road

Arkansas

Auburn

Florida

Kentucky

LSU

Mississippi State

Missouri

South Carolina

Vanderbilt

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