July 30, 2005

NACOGDOCHES - Gabriela Gadeva announced her intentions to continue her education at Stephen F. Austin and play tennis for the Ladyjacks announced SFA head coach Bret Arrant Saturday afternoon.

"I am excited to have Gabriela join us this fall," said Arrant. "She will make an immediate impact on our team. Gabriela brings with her speed, height, and past experience competing in international events. After adjusting to life in the United States, I think she will excel on the court."

Gadeva is originally from Sofia, Bulgaria, where she was ranked 12th nationally. Gadeva comes from an athletic family, where both her parents were standouts in track and field. Gadeva gets the job done not only on the court but in the classroom as well. She graduated tops in her class at the 125th Secondary School of General Education.

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