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This week, Madison’s high school tennis scene buzzes with excitement as five standout athletes are honored for their exceptional performances on the court. Each player has showcased remarkable tenacity and skill in recent matches, making a profound impact in the tennis community. Community members are encouraged to participate in voting for the ‘Supernova’ award, acknowledging the top player of the week. This article highlights stellar performances from Bird Owen, Maddox Bradfield, AJ Nelson, Ari Vloch, and Everett Reid, all vying for the prestigious recognition.

High School Tennis Stars Shine Bright this Week in Madison

This past week has been a thrilling one for high school boys tennis in Madison! Players are making waves on the court, and the State Journal has chosen five standout athletes to be honored for their remarkable performances. Tennis fans and community members can show their excitement and support by participating in the voting for the coveted “Supernova” award, recognizing the week’s top player. Now, let’s meet this week’s honorees!

Bird Owen – No. 2 Singles Powerhouse!

First up is Bird Owen, a *dynamic player* for Madison Memorial who has proven himself this week with some serious skills. Bird has been on a winning streak, clinching victories in all four of his matches! His standout performance came at the Boys Varsity Quad on April 19, where he triumphed over opponents from Madison La Follette, Plymouth, and Monroe. Not to stop there, Bird faced off against Sun Prairie United’s Aashrith Kamini and, after dropping the first set 6-3, rallied back to take the next two sets in impressive fashion at 6-4, 10-4. Talk about determination!

Maddox Bradfield – An Unstoppable Force!

Next, we have Maddox Bradfield, the No. 1 singles player representing Madison Country Day/Abundant Life/St. Ambrose. After facing a tough loss on April 15, he bounced back spectacularly, defeating University Lake School’s Neva Klein with a flawless score of 6-0, 6-0. Maddox’s journey has been no walk in the park, as he has faced tough competition, including several state tournament qualifiers. Notably, he took Madison Memorial’s David Klaas to a nail-biting tiebreaker, showcasing his fierce competitiveness!

AJ Nelson – Rising to the Top!

Then we have AJ Nelson, hailing from Monona Grove and returning to the courts after last year’s state tournament appearance. AJ is currently riding high on a three-match win streak playing *top doubles* with his new partner, Anders Rasmussen. Not only is he undefeated in conference play, but he has also made a remarkable comeback from an initial start of 3-5 this season. Adding to his impressive resume, AJ also claimed victory against Watertown’s Logan Buehler in singles with scores of 3-6, 6-4, 10-4!

Ari Vloch – A Doubles Dream Team!

Another player to keep an eye on is Ari Vloch, who took to the courts at the Waukesha South Quad, competing in No. 2 doubles alongside his partner, Jorah Gandjui. This dynamic duo made waves by winning all three of their matches against Edgerton, Burlington, and Waukesha South, while only dropping a mere two games overall. That’s right—two games out of all those sets! Their chemistry and skill are impressive, and they truly embody the spirit of teamwork!

Everett Reid – The Seasoned Veteran!

Last but certainly not least is Everett Reid, a *senior star* at Madison West and a four-time state qualifier. After a rocky start to the season at 1-3, he’s found his rhythm and is now soaring with a three-match winning streak. With standout scores of 6-0, 6-0 against Janesville Craig’s Nolan Schoof and 6-0, 6-1 versus Madison East’s Tai Sandretto-Chang, Everett is demonstrating the power of perseverance!

Get Involved!

As we celebrate these extraordinary athletes, we invite everyone to participate in the voting for this week’s *Supernova* performance! Last week’s winner, Brandon Royalty from Madison West, received an impressive 90% of the votes. Who will it be this week? Will it be Bird, Maddox, AJ, Ari, or Everett? Cast your vote and support these incredible young tennis players making a splash in Madison’s tennis community!

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