Northwestern University Athletics
Meet the 'Cats: Strong Kirchheimer
3/11/2015 12:00:00 AM | Men's Tennis
Mar. 11, 2015
Meet sophomore Strong Kirchheimer in this week's segment of Meet the `Cats!
Hailing from Cary, N.C., Strong has won his last five consecutive singles matches and boasts a dual match record of 12-3 and 17-5 overall. He has anchored the No. 2 slot of late and has achieved the most singles victories of the team so far.
In doubles, Strong is 5-7 in duals with partner Fedor Baev and 6-8 overall.
He is currently ranked No. 107 in the ITA singles rankings.
Describe briefly your recruiting process/how you ended playing here at Northwestern:
I grew up loving Northwestern athletics because both my parents went to school here. So when I started the recruiting process Northwestern was already at the top of my list, and then when Arvid [head coach Arvid Swan] and Kling [assistant coach Chris Klingemann] told me the level they were trying to take the program to, it was a done deal.
What advice will you give to kids wanting to play your sport in college?
I'd say to start the recruiting process as early as possible and don't be hesitant when contacting a school.
What is the greatest lesson in life that you have learned so far?
The necessity of staying level through highs and lows.
Describe a humbling experience in your life:
I broke my wrist at the beginning of this past summer and had to pull out of about 4 tournaments I had been signed up for.
Favorite class at Northwestern and why:
Acting 143: Basic Acting Techniques. I enjoyed it because it was after practice and it took me out of my comfort zone.
The person/s that inspire/s you the most:
Matt Mcgloin and Sam Shropshire
If you were given a chance to dine with anyone from any period in history, who will you choose and why?
Sam Shropshire because it's an easy walk to Sargent.
What is/are your favorite song/s or best concert ever attended?
OG Bobby Johnson
Best book you have ever read?
The American Sniper by Chris Kyle
What is/are your favorite place/s to visit?
Gettysburg
What is/are your favorite food?
Sugar Wafers
Hobbies or favorite activities during your spare time:
Watching TV and doing school work
Describe your pregame ritual:
I always blast music, grip and ink my rackets, and do my band warmup.
How do you want people to remember you as a person?
Someone who tried his best.
What is/are your favorite sports team/s growing up?
White Sox
Who is/are your favorite athlete/s growing up?
Matt Mcgloin and Geoff Blum
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