Andrew Chong UIUC || Tennis Career

Chicago Heights IL

31 August, 2020

3:58 AM

Description

Andrew Chong UIUC developed an interest in sports back in the 3rd grade, when his family moved to Shanghai. The family had to move often due to his father’s job so there was never much time to pursue any particular hobbies. When they settled in Shanghai however, Andrew fell in love with tennis and has been pursuing it as a career and a hobby ever since. As someone who was used to playing team sports like soccer, baseball, and others, Andrew Chong UIUC  was attracted to tennis because of how unique it is in comparison. Whereas most sports practice team play and interactions with the other members of your team, tennis feels more like chess and problem-solving. The fact that you’re playing a prolonged game against a single opponent makes tennis more personal than other similar sports. That problem-solving aspect was what Andrew Chong UIUC liked the most about it. Regardless of how far behind you are, there’s always a chance to bounce back and win the game. This is only possible because it is a technical and heavily skill-based game. Being in better shape than your opponent is certainly an advantage, but it doesn’t guarantee victory. This allows tennis matches to be fluid and enthralling to watch, as you can never know what to expect.