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Alison Morgan

Chicago’s top female pro discusses her on-court strengths and off-court interests.

HometownKalamazoo, Michigan
Current Home  Lake Bluff, Illinois
Tennis CareerCollege tennis at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI.
Paddle CareerCo-Director of Racquets, Birchwood Club in Highland Park, IL. I started playing paddle because I met Adam Morgan and he took me on the court. I fell in love with it right away.
Favorite Paddle Memory Winning the Husband/Wife Nationals when I was 6 1/2 months pregnant. The three of us, we did it!
Favorite Part of the Game My favorite part about playing paddle is that you can keep getting better and keep adding to your game, whether it’s certain shots, certain spins. I just love that I can keep growing.
StrengthsSpeed and Anticipation. I love running shots down and anticipating what’s coming.
Bonus Facts 1) Plays volleyball and softball, too. 2) She talks with her partner after every point. 3) Has 3 Married Mixed Nationals titles—2016, 2017, and 2026—and made 4 other finals in one decade.