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From March 6 to March 12, I had the privilege of traveling to Florida for Spring Break as a member of the St. Scholastica tennis team. Packed in my backpack, alongside my rackets and sunscreen, was a small Sony NEX-5 camera to capture the trip on film for the Script readers! Enjoy a small look at what life was like for the Saints tennis players in sunny Orlando, Fla.!
Senior tennis players Mafer Sosa (left) and Katia Bartels take a picture on the stadium courts at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) main campus following a 7-0 win over Covenant College. The courts often host Division 1 matches and are surrounded by bleachers and stadium lights.
Players relax in the pool following a two match day.
Sophia Cosgrove (from left), Katia Bartels, and Addy Bultema react to seeing Cinderella's castle at Disney World. Five players spent the day at the "Happiest Place on Earth" during the team's off day.
Adorned with berries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar, a Mickey Mouse shaped waffle waits to be eaten in the early morning hours. Team members who attended the theme park spent the day trying different Disney themed foods.
During one of the hottest and windiest days on the courts, the Saints battled through two matches. They ended up going 1-1 on the day while fighting against the elements.
Freshman Paula Sendele goes up for an overhead shot during the team's match against the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Sendele and her partner, Julia Maier, won their doubles match as the Florida sun set.
A hot air balloon is docked at Disney Springs. During the final night in Florida, the team spent a few hours at the Disney themed outdoor mall. They shopped, ate dinner, and enjoyed team bonding time.
A plate of mac and cheese from the world renowned House of Blues rests on the table during team dinner in Disney Springs.
One of the most iconic entrances in tennis, the Rolex clock and palm trees await visitors who attend the USTA campus. The team spent a total of four days at the campus with the notable clock welcoming them every visit.
The sun sets during a shuttle ride at the Orlando International Airport on the final day of the trip. The team had to ride in the shuttle from the security gates to their terminal before they departed for their flight.
Palm trees line the sidewalks at the USTA campus in Orlando.
The sun sets behind the palm trees at the USTA campus in Orlando during a Division 1 match between UCF and Baylor. Following Friday's practice, the Saint's men's and women's teams watched the Division 1 match as a team bonding experience.
Freshman Sophia Cosgrove goes up for a serve during the team's match against Covenant College. Cosgrove spent the week primarily playing at second doubles and fourth singles.
Another view of the UCF vs Baylor match that the men's and women's teams attended.
A view of Cinderella's Castle at Walt Disney World during the first minutes of the park's opening for the day.
The Confectionary at Walt Disney World closed the day out with a sweet treat for the Saints players that visited the park on their off day.
On the final day of play, the Saints took on Central College (Iowa), but this match was a little different. Rather than playing on hardcourt, the match was played on clay. For many players on the team, this was the first time they had played on this type of surface, and despite the lack of experience, the team ended up coming away with a 5-2 win.
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