University of Massachusets Athletics
2024-25 Tennis Roster
Makhanya, Owethu

Owethu Makhanya
- Class:
- Freshman
- High School:
- IMG Academy (Fla.)
- Hometown:
- Johannesburg, South Africa
Bio
2024-25 • Freshman
Spring
• Posted a 1-6 overall singles record, primarily playing at court No. 6, while going 0-1 in Atlantic 10 play
• Picked up first collegiate win at No. 5 singles with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Holy Cross (2/1)
• Went 4-6 in doubles competition, including a 1-2 A-10 record
• Competed primarily at No. 3 doubles, going 2-3 with both partner Trinity Calinescu and Martina Pavissich
• With partner Pavissich, the duo earned first collegiate conference doubles win against Davidson (3/30), winning 6-2
Fall
• Did not compete - joined the team in January
Before Massachusetts
• Trained at IMG Academy in Florida
• Experienced junior player, competing at the top junior events across several continents
Spring
• Posted a 1-6 overall singles record, primarily playing at court No. 6, while going 0-1 in Atlantic 10 play
• Picked up first collegiate win at No. 5 singles with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Holy Cross (2/1)
• Went 4-6 in doubles competition, including a 1-2 A-10 record
• Competed primarily at No. 3 doubles, going 2-3 with both partner Trinity Calinescu and Martina Pavissich
• With partner Pavissich, the duo earned first collegiate conference doubles win against Davidson (3/30), winning 6-2
Fall
• Did not compete - joined the team in January
Before Massachusetts
• Trained at IMG Academy in Florida
• Experienced junior player, competing at the top junior events across several continents
Tennis Highlights vs. Binghamton (01/26/20)
Sunday, January 26
Tennis Highlights vs. Fordham (04/19/19)
Friday, April 19
UMass vs. Rhode Island Tennis Highlights (04/18/19)
Thursday, April 18
Tennis Highlights vs. GW (03/30/19)
Saturday, March 30