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May 28, 1999

NEW ORLEANS, La. - - Tulane women's tennis standout Anna Monhartova was named Newcomer of the Year by the Louisiana Sports Writer's Association, it was announced Friday.

Monhartova posted a 22-2 record in singles play this season to earn the recognition as the top new player in the state of Louisiana. In addition, she combined for an impressive 19-2 mark in doubles play with teammates Maiko Cook and Jessica Kessler.

Monhartova, a native of Plzen, Czech Republic, was also named first-team All-Louisiana by the LSWA after helping Tulane to just its second-ever appearance in the NCAA Women's Tennis Tournament. She also earned first-team All-Conference USA honors this season, the first Green Wave women's tennis player to receive such recognition.

The Louisiana Sports Writer's Association All-Louisiana men's team will be announced Saturday.

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