TUCSON, Ariz.- Arizona head coach Clancy Shields announced that Alex Kuperstein signed a National Letter of Intent to join the team in the 2016-2017 season today. Kuperstein is the second five-star player that Shields has inked in under a week, and is currently ranked 14th in his home state of California according to tennisrecruiting.net.
 
"I saw Alex a few years ago while coaching the Intermountain Zonals team," said Shields. "I was very impressed with Alex's tennis abilities, but saw a lot of unique qualities in him as a team player and someone who thrived in a team environment. It is rare today to find players who raise their level in team competitions and Alex is that guy. He did it while representing Palm Desert High School, and I believe he will do the same for us here at Arizona. We are thrilled to welcome him to our family and to watch him compete for the Wildcats."  
 
Kuperstein, a senior at the Andy Scorteanu Tennis Academy in Palm Springs California, is currently ranked 47th in the nation (tennisrecruting.net). Athleticism runs in Alex's family. His mother, Kathy, played basketball at Mary Washington College, and his father, Ken, played tennis at ASU.
 
 
Q&A With Alex Kuperstein
 
Why did you choose to play for coach Clancy Shields and Arizona?  
"I first met Clancy at junior team Zonals in Utah and thought he was a great guy and a great coach. When I found out he got the coaching position at U of A. I was very excited. We met at Kalamazoo and then I took an official visit. From the get go, I thought we would be a good fit. I know that Clancy will develop my game but he also cares about my success in school and in life. I am very excited to play for him."
 
What does it mean to you that you're going to be a Wildcat?  
"It is a great honor to be able to play for a school that has such a commitment to the student athlete. I love being part of a team and a community that gives so much support to the programs. I am very proud to be a Wildcat and will do my very best to contribute to the success of the team."
 
What are you looking forward to the most?  
"I am looking forward to being part of a growing team, making new friends, traveling and having the ultimate college experience. Also, getting a great education."
 

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