SAAC Spotlight - Thembokwakhe Makhanya
Thembokwakhe Makhanya
Emmanuel
Men’s Tennis
Sophomore
What is your hometown?
Durban, South Africa.
Why did you choose your school?
I grew up in a Christian family. Committing to Emmanuel College I would be able to maintain my Christian values and being able to compete at a high level of tennis.
How did you choose your major?
I chose by what would be most helpful in what I want to do later on in my career.
What is your favorite class? Why?
Small entrepreneurship. Because it was practical and helpful as I was able to learn how to facilitate a business.
What is your dream job?
A director for a tennis club/academy or tennis head coach for a university.
What advice would you give to an incoming freshman?
To branch out and seek new opportunities as you may form relationships for the future. Build your brand.
How many years have you been involved with SAAC?
3 years.
What makes Conference Carolinas a great conference to be part of?
It is diverse which allows for great opportunity of growth.
What does being a champion in Body, Mind, and Soul mean to you?
Maintaining a balance in life.
What is the most important thing you have learned from balancing the demands of athletics and academics?
Responsibility and communication.
What is your most memorable moment as a student-athlete so far?
Being the clinch against Barton College in Conference Championship.
One thing people do not now about you is?
I’m a sneaker head.
What is a non-athletic talent that you have?
I can cook.
Favorite pump up song or music?
Drake - "Laugh Now Cry Later."