In this article, we tell you more about student-athlete Luna den Besten. In addition, below you will find the video in which Luna tells more about herself.
Sports: Women’s Tennis
Entry semester: Fall 2026
This is Luna den Besten, an ambitious and powerful left-handed tennis player from the Netherlands. Luna is known for her tremendous work ethic, professional mindset and competitive spirit. With extensive experience at both the national and international level, she has developed into a strong and complete player who is ready to make an impact within college tennis in the United States.
Luna started playing tennis at the age of four and has since accumulated years of experience in national ranking tournaments (NRT) and international ITF tournaments. She also competes in the Hoofdklasse, the highest mixed competition level in the Netherlands. Through these experiences, she has developed into a true match player who performs excellently under pressure and always keeps fighting for every point.
What typifies Luna as a player is her combination of athletic ability, tactical insight and intensity. As a left-handed player, she possesses a natural advantage, which she makes the most of with her powerful and varied serve. Both her kick serve and slice serve ensure that opponents are constantly under pressure. One of her greatest weapons is her aggressive backhand down the line, with which she can take over rallies and finish points.
What may make Luna even stronger is her mental toughness. She is known for her “never give up” mentality and her ability to stay calm and focused during tough matches. Even in the most intense moments, she continues to battle and look for solutions on the court. Although she performs strongly individually in singles, her big league experience has also taught her the importance of responsibility, teamwork and representing a team.
In addition to her qualities on the track, Luna is a disciplined and ambitious student-athlete who values her studies. She is looking for a university with a strong academic program in which she can further develop both athletically and personally.
“I always look for something to improve.” – Luna den Besten
Would you like to see more from Luna? Watch the video below where she introduces herself.
