In this article, we share more about student-athlete Antonis Malavazos. Additionally, at the bottom of this article, you’ll find a video where Antonis talks more about himself.

Sports: Men’s Tennis

Entry semester: Fall 2026

Antonis is from Athens and is a right-handed tennis player who wants to further develop his skills in America.

Antonis comes from a true sports family; his mother was even a member of the Greek national athletics team. Sports were definitely encouraged at home, and he has been playing tennis since he was five. What he enjoys most about tennis is that the game reveals the character and weaknesses of the opponent.

Antonis is a good listener and learns quickly from both his own experiences and those of others. He is also a highly motivated person and excels at motivating his teammates. Additionally, he has strong discipline; he keeps up with his schoolwork diligently, despite traveling frequently for tennis. On the court, he is able to concentrate well, even under pressure.

In America, Antonis hopes to further develop his tennis skills so he can grow into the best version of himself. He also dreams of eventually playing at a professional level and winning championships.

”I am a fighter and I never give up”

Antonis Malavazos

Would you like to see more of Antonis? Watch the video below where he introduces himself.