Jasmin Makela Signs With UNF Women’s Tennis
11/11/2021 11:24:00 AM | Women's Tennis
Boca Raton Native Joins as True Freshman
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - From south Florida to North Florida, Jasmin Makela signs with UNF women's tennis as a true freshman for the fall 2022 season. Born in Boca Raton, Makela comes from Florida Virtual High School.
Jasmin Makela
Accolades
Personal
Coach Dunagan's Comments
"We are so excited Jasmin has become a part of our program. She is a fierce competitor, driven and has incredible work ethic. I know she will make a great impact on our team. Not only is she great on the court, she is an excellent student and leader. She is the perfect fit for our culture and is excited to help us achieve our goals for the program. I am blessed to welcome Jasmin and her family into our UNF family and I cannot wait to have the opportunity to coach her." Â
Why UNF?
"I chose UNF because of the great team and atmosphere the school provides. The team's close connection and competitive spirit built by Coach Catherine Dunagan was very nice to see, which made my decision easier."
Jasmin Makela
- Class: Freshman (2022)
- Hometown: Boca Raton, Fla.
- Previous School: Florida Virtual High School
- Height: 5'6"
Accolades
- Won the Daytona Beach G4 ITF in doubles in 2020.
- Was a five-star recruit on Tennis Recruiting.
- Third at a level two national tournament this year.
- Won the level two national in doubles (18-year old age bracket) this past October.
Personal
- Daughter of Kirsi and Kai Makela
- Has two siblings, Jenniina (15) and Ella (9)
- Cousin, Tanja Toumi, played professional tennis and junior tennis in Finland
- Enjoys singing in her free time.
- Favorite tennis players are Ashleigh Barty and Andy Murray.
Coach Dunagan's Comments
"We are so excited Jasmin has become a part of our program. She is a fierce competitor, driven and has incredible work ethic. I know she will make a great impact on our team. Not only is she great on the court, she is an excellent student and leader. She is the perfect fit for our culture and is excited to help us achieve our goals for the program. I am blessed to welcome Jasmin and her family into our UNF family and I cannot wait to have the opportunity to coach her." Â
Why UNF?
"I chose UNF because of the great team and atmosphere the school provides. The team's close connection and competitive spirit built by Coach Catherine Dunagan was very nice to see, which made my decision easier."
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