Methodist University Athletics

Elena Blanina was a four-year letter winner for the Methodist women’s tennis team.  She finished as the NCAA National Singles Champion in 2001 and 2002.  In her rookie season, Blanina was selected the DIAC Rookie of the Year in 2000.  During her tenure, she was a four time DIAC Player of the Year and four-time First Team All-Conference selection.  Blanina was the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) regional champion twice in singles (2001, 2002) and doubles (2000, 2002).  In 2001, she was the ITA Small College Champion in singles and doubles and in doubles in 2000.  In 2003, Blanina was named the ITA Senior Player of the Year. Additionally, she was an All-American selection.