Denise Harijanto Junior Jakarta, Indonesia BY THE NUMBERS Year Singles Doubles 2006-2007 21-9 25-6 2007-2008 21-11 20-9 Fall 2008 7-1 5-2 Career 49-21 50-17

Twist on Harijanto
“Denise is one of the most talented players I have ever coached. She has great skills and can hit a variety of shots to defeat any opponent. Denise’s strength is in her courage to face challenges and look for ways to become a better player.”

Career at UB
Fall 2008: Had a fantastic fall season with a 7-1 singles record and a 5-2 doubles mark. Became ranked in the East Region following the fall as the 28th best singles player and joined Diana Popescu to become the fifth ranked doubles team in the East. Won her flight at the MAC Fall Invite and went on to the ITA Regionals where she excelled in both singles and doubles play. Won two matches to advance to the main draw in singles play and moved all the way into the third round. Also moved into the semifinals in doubles, the farthest any UB team has reached.

2007-08: Finished the season with a 21-11 mark and an impressive 20-9 mark in doubles play. Was named to the all-tournament team at the MAC Tournament as she won two of her three matches during the championship run. Reached the championship round at the season-opening Army Invitational. Joined Diana Popescu to take the Flight “A” doubles crown at the Bucknell Invitational. Won the Flight “A” singles title at the Can-Am Invitational. Went 3-1 in singles play at the ITA Regionals, reached the main draw after two wins in the qualifying rounds. Took home one victory in the main draw. Also reached the main draw in doubles play with Popescu.

2006-07: Finished the season with 21 wins, which was tied for tops of the team. Was 21-9 in singles play and 25-6 in doubles, which was tops for UB. Was named the team’s Top Newcomer and was selected to the All-MAC Second Team. Won her first five doubles matches of the year, paired with Miglena Nenova. Won singles matches in both the MAC Quarterfinals and Semifinals. Scored three wins in the Niagara Regional Tournament and a victory at the ITA Regional Championships.

Prior to UB
Did not play high school tennis. Coached by Agustina Wibisono during her junior career in Indonesia.

Personal
Born January 16, 1988. Daughter of Dewny Harijanto and Lani Lesmadi. Has one brother (Ethan) and one sister (Cindy). Enjoys wall climbing. Favorite TV shows include Desperate Housewives and The Simple Life. Admires Simple Life star Paris Hilton, because “she’s a princess.”.