BALTIMORE – Dentry Mortimer (Nassau, Bahamas / St. Augustine's College) has signed a National Letter of Intent to compete for the Coppin State men's tennis team for the 2024-25 season, it was announced by Eagles head coach
Ebonye Jones on Thursday afternoon. Mortimer is the first signee revealed for next season's men's tennis roster.
A native of the Bahamas, Mortimer represented his country at the 2020 Junior Davis Cup and notched a 3-4 record against some of the Region's best. Mortimer follows an impressive family legacy in the sport as his father, who is a Director of a Tennis Club, holds a victory over a young Andy Roddick, and his aunt, Autise, was a NCAA Tournament participant and two-time All-Conference selection at Newberry College.
"We are incredibly excited to welcome
Dentry Mortimer to the Coppin State men's tennis program," said Jones. "Dentry is a talented first-year player with a strong work ethic and a passion for the game that is truly inspiring. His experience competing internationally for the Bahamas in the Junior Davis Cup showcases his competitive spirit and ability to perform under pressure. We are confident that Dentry has the potential to become a key player for our team and help us achieve our goals."
