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Evan Sharygin (WTN: 12.9) had a simple motivation when he was younger and just starting to play tournaments.

“I love trophies,” he said. “It didn't really matter if it was consolation or third or fourth place, I just love collecting trophies. That kind of drove me to compete.”

Blue Chip Evan Sharygin Has Committed to Harvard
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As he’s aged, Sharygin has gained more of an appreciation for practicing and refining his skills on the court. It’s helped elevate him into one of the top young players in the country.

The blue chip junior from Newburgh, Indiana recently committed to Harvard. Sharygin’s older brother, Daniel, played for MIT and Sharygin was very familiar with the Boston area. He spoke with the Harvard coaches on the first day they could contact recruits.

“When I visited Harvard, I felt connected to the school, the team and the coaches right away,” Sharygin said. “Everyone was super nice and welcoming, and the history of the school was really cool. I really like the combination of its tennis team and its education. Everyone is super focused on and off the tennis court. That's just kind of an environment I could see myself in.”