Vanguard University

The athlete: Mark joins the Pride as a first-year player from Bavaria?graduated from Anton-Bruckner Gymnasium in Straubing, Bavaria, in 2006?attended Goethe University in Frankfurt for two years?has played tennis for 19 years?brings experience to the VUSC roster?great attitude and solid all-around skills?also played basketball and volleyball at Anton-Bruckner?should push for a contributing position as a freshman for VU in 2010.

The person: Mark was born on October 29, 1986, in Landau Isar?parents are Stefan and Monika?has one older sister, who was a professional tennis player?plans on pursuing a major in Business at VU?loves to dine on Italian food?favorite movie is "Bad Boys" and TV show is "Two and a Half Men"?prefers the color blue and the number two?roots for FC Bayern/Munich?sports hero is Pete Sampras?hobbies include surfing, beach volleyball, snowboarding, and going out with friends?thinks that being honest, helpful and open minded are essential characteristics?has learned that was goes around comes around in life?tennis has taught him to never give up and social skills?career goals are to win everything with VU, graduate and be successful.

His thoughts: I chose Vanguard because it was recommended by friends, the team, and the location.

Coach Johansson's comment: Mark is a very solid all-around player that would impact any team in the NAIA. I am looking forward to Mark's first season. He is solid off both wings and has a great attitude and personality. I am very pleased to be able to sign Mark to play for us.