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Name: Nina Meadows

High School: Hollidaysburg Area

Hometown: Hollidaysburg

Sport: Tennis

Position: No. 1 doubles

College choice: Juniata College

Other colleges: None

Why I picked Juniata College: Through my brother attending Juniata, I’ve seen the great opportunities and the positive environment Juniata provides.

Greatest high school achievement: District 6 tennis team champions.

Coach Brian Denis quote: “Nina has been a pillar of our program for the last four years. She has tremendous leadership qualities, and will no doubt make an impact on and off the court as a college athlete.”

How I got my start playing tennis: At the Tiger Tennis Summer Camp after fifth grade.

Favorite college growing up: Juniata College

Other interests: Theater, band, chorus, reading and crocheting

What getting to play in college means to me: “A chance to create more great memories on the tennis court.”

Probable college major: Mathematics

Parents: David and Brooke Meadows

Name: Reece Replogle

High school: Claysburg-Kimmel

Hometown: Claysburg

Sport: Football

Position: Defensive line

College choice: Juniata

Other colleges considered: Knox College, Saint Francis

Why I picked Juniata: “Good educational program and it felt like home.”

Coach Chuck Kassick’s quote: “I could see early that Reece had the potential to play beyond the high school level. He worked hard to make sure he gave himself every opportunity to excel on the field, and it paid off. He’ll thrive at Juniata. They are gaining a remarkable student athlete.”

How I got my start playing football: “My parents signed me up, and I enjoyed playing from the start.”

Favorite college growing up: Penn State

Other interests: Hunting, fishing and racing

What getting to play in college means to me: “It means a lot to me to get the opportunity to play four more years of a sport that I love.”

Probable college major: Biology

Parents: Bill and Jessica Replogle

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