Art Baker
6-2; Senior
Nashville, Tenn.; Hillwood

 General: A true student of the game who will have to sit out his senior season following offseason elbow surgery... Non-playing team captain.
As a Junior: Did not see any action.
As a Sophomore: Recorded a 1-0 singles mark, including a 6-4, 6-1 win against VMI's Ted Nevatt at the No. 4 slot... A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
As a Freshman: Did not see any action...A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
High School/Junior Tennis: Helped lead Hillwood to 1998 state quarterfinals...was a state semifinalist his junior year...made the finals of the Tennessee state closed tournament in the 16's...won the 1999 Tennessee state closed tournament...was second in state in 1998.
Personal: Full name is Arthur Wakefield Baker...son of Steve and Jackie Baker...born November 21, 1981...brother is ranked No. 1 in the United States (18's)... intends to be a math or chemistry/pre-med major... A Furman Lay Scholar.

 

John Chesworth
6-5; Senior-R
Burnley, England; Clitheroe Royal

 General: One of the finest players in Furman history... Ranked 12th in singles and 13th in doubles in the Mideast Region by the ITA... Has a chance to play at the next level... All-America doubles player with partner James Cameron in 2002... Participated in the NCAA Singles Championships.
As a Senior: Did not see any action...academic redshirt.
As a Junior: Named the Southern Conference Men's Player of the Year... Partnered with James Cameron to earn All-America doubles honors for the duo's performance at the NCAA Doubles Championships... Advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2002 NCAA Doubles Championships with partner James Cameron and finished the season as the No. 38 ranked pair in the country... In the NCAA Championships, Cameron and Chesworth defeated Tulsa's 17th ranked duo of Dane McGregor and Shriranga Sudhakara 6-3, 6-7, 6-0 and UCLA's 29th ranked tandem of Tobias Clemens and Lassi Ketola 6-4, 6-1 before dropping a 5-7, 6-4, 6-2 decision to eventual finalists and No. 2 seeded Scott Lipsky and David Martin from Stanford...Finished 2002 ranked 55th in the country after recording a 17-9 overall mark, all at the No. 1 singles slot... Participated in the NCAA Singles Championships, where he lost in the first round to USC's Nick Rainey 7-5, 2-6, 6-4... Earned nods to the First Team All-Conference singles and doubles teams... Put together one of the most impressive runs in Furman history with wins over No. 1 singles players from Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Texas Christian, Wake Forest, Charlotte, and Vanderbilt... Cameron/Chesworth were ranked as high as 14th in the country... Registered a 17-9 record at No. 1 doubles with Cameron, including wins against top teams from Notre Dame, Northwestern, Florida State, Alabama, Wake Forest, and Georgia Tech... During the fall of 2001, Cameron/Chesworth advanced to the finals of the All-America Consolation Tournament.
As a Sophomore: Registered a 17-8 overall singles record, including a 13-6 mark at No. 3...Garnered a 9-3 conference record, and went undefeated in the conference tournament...Had huge wins against N.C. State's Michael Carducci (6-2, 6-7, 6-2), Georgia State's Miha Lisac (2-6, 6-3, 6-3), and East Tennessee Statežs Juan Yannuzzi (6-3, 6-4) in the conference championship match...An all conference doubles selection...Registered a 16-5 overall doubles record with James Cameron, all at the No. 1 spot.
As a Freshman: Tallied a 21-10 singles record, including a 17-7 record at the No. 4 position...produced big wins over Florida's Trey Adcock, Illinois State's Yew Ming Si, Georgia Tech's David Wright, and Florida State's Chad Mooney...garnered a 21-12 doubles record...partnered with James Cameron to go 20-12 on the season, including a 20-11 record with Cameron at the No. 1 slot...recorded wins over West Virginia, Clemson, UNC Charlotte, College of Charleston, and ETSU...a member of the Southern Conference All Conference doubles team.
High School/Junior Tennis: Finished in the top 16 in the country in both the National Under 18 indoor and outdoor championships...served as captain for the state team and earned most valuable player award as he led the state team from Division 2 to the top division...won state championships in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles as a junior...also played soccer, cricket, track, and basketball for his school.
Personal: Full name is John Robert Chesworth...son of Ken and Sue Chesworth...born January 28, 1981...majoring in political science.

 

Brian Crook
5-11; Freshman
Lutherville, Md.; Loyola Blakefield

General: Very strong doubles player... Possesses great touch and creates points... Expected to make immediate contributions to the doubles lineup... Also on the fringe of contributing to singles lineup.
High School/Junior Tennis: Finished ranked 6th in the state of Maryland...Led Loyola Blakefield to a state championship his junior year...Recieved team MVP honors all four years of high school...Won Maryland indoor hard court and outdoor clay court doubles championships in 2003.
Personal: Full name is Brian Patrick Crook...son of Mitchell and Sharon Crook...born December 12, 1984...currently undecided on major.

 

Patrick Fillnow
6-1; Senior
Jacksonville, Fla.; Hilton Head Christian

General: One of the quickest players on the Furman team... Can be competitive with anyone... Ranked 13th in doubles in the Mideast Region by the ITA... Had wrist surgery in summer and severe ankle sprain in the preseason... Great team leader and hard worker... Team captain.
As a Junior: Tallied a 13-11 singles record, going 7-2 in conference play...Garnered a 17-6 overall singles record and was named to Southern Conference First Team for doubles with partner James Cameron, who were ranked as high as 19 during the 2003 season...Had huge wins against a 13th ranked Florida team and a 10th ranked East Tennessee State team.
As a Sophomore: Compiled a 14-8 overall singles record, including a 9-2 mark at the No. 5 spot... Started off with impressive losses against Notre Dame's 83rd-ranked Luis Haddock-Morales (7-6, 7-6) and Florida's 57th-ranked Eleazar Magallan (7-6, 6-7, 7-6) before suffering a shoulder injury... Registered important wins against players from North Carolina, Charlotte, California-Irvine, and ETSU... Garnered a perfect 9-0 conference mark, which earned him a spot on the Men's All-Conference Second Team for singles... Registered a 4-7 overall doubles record, including wins against teams from Florida State, Wofford, and VMI...Won the Georgia Tech Fall Invitational with partner Andrew Rogers... Named to the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
As a Freshman: Recorded a 10-9 overall singles record...Posted a 2-0 record at the No. 3 singles spot...Had key victories against Alabama's Alfonso Perez (6-0, 7-6), Wake Forest's Justin Kaufmann (6-2, 5-7, 6-4), Vanderbilt's Zach Dailey (4-6, 7-5, 10-6), and Chattanooga's James Dickerson (6-1, 4-6, 6-1)...Recorded an 18-8 overall doubles mark, including an 18-7 record with partner Andrew Rogers...Fillnow/Rogers registered a 17-7 mark at the No. 2 doubles spot and a 1-0 record at No. 1...A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
High School/Junior Tennis: Advanced to round of 16 in Pennsylvania individual state tournament during freshman year...received region player of the year and scholar-athlete awards junior and senior years...achieved a No. 2 ranking in Pennsylvania...was ranked as high as No. 2 in South Carolina...was a top 15 player in the south...ranked as high as No. 85 in the nation...President of National Honor Society...graduated third in his class.
Personal: Full name is Patrick Ryan Fillnow...son of Greg and Norajean Fillnow...born on July 14, 1981...Majoring in Biology... Active in Campus Outreach and FCA.

Ryan Friend
5-10; Freshman
Tulsa, Okla.; Metro Christian Academy

 General: One of top ranked recruits this season... Enoyed great exposure on national junior circuit... Highly respected individual and player... Possesses a steady baseline game... Also will contribute as a freshman.
High School/Junior Tennis: Won class 3A state singles championships during his junior and senior years...Senior year was named the O.C.A. state tennis "Player of the Year"...Won the National Open doubles championship in 2003 and was a memeber of the USTA Junior Davis Cup Team.
Personal: Full name is Ryan David Friend...son of Jonathan and Mary Jane Friend...born on August 26, 1984...Intends to study pre-medical curriculum.

Chris Gilli
6-2; Freshman
Atlanta, Ga.; Marist

 General: An Atlanta product who has impressed Coach Scarpa with a great attitude, solid groundstrokes, and improving footwork and volleys... Could also see action as a true freshman.
High School/Junior Tennis: Was a high school state champion his Freshman, Sophomore and Senior year...Won the National Open Doubles Championship in 2003 and 2001...Was ranked No.1 for boys doubles in Georgia three times over his junior career.
Personal: Full name is Chris William Gilli...son of Donna and Marcel Gilli...born on May 5, 1985...Intends to major in business.

B.J. James
5-10; Sophomore
Peachtree City, Ga.; McIntosh

 General: A strong singles player who is working hard at developing certain parts of his game... Starting to really put his game together... Physically has all the tools to make him a consistent contributor... An upper echelon player on the national junior tennis level... Has very heavy groundstrokes and an excellent serve.
As a Freshman: Recorded a 0-1 record in singles with a loss to Brett Ross of Wake Forest.
High School/Junior Tennis: Led McIntosh High School to consecutive semifinal appearances and three region championships... Has been ranked as high as No. 1 in Georgia for 16's, 26th in the South for 18's, 71st in the country for 16's, and 81st in the country for 18's.
Personal: Full name is Brenton Colin James... Son of Steen and Curtis James... Born August 20, 1984... Planning to study pre-medical curriculum.

 

Devin Kahan
5-8; Junior
Longwood, Fla.; Lake Brantley

 General: A vastly improved player who will be looking to break into the lineup this season... Possesses a strong serve and volley game.
As a Sophomore: Did not see any action.
As a Freshman: Did not see any action.
High School/Junior Tennis: Led Lake Brantley to a conference championship and a state tournament appearance during his junior and senior seasons... Also a member of the Lake Brantley golf team.
Personal: Full name is Devin Michael Kahan...son of Jeff and Kathy Kahan...born March 8, 1983...intends on studying Economics at Furman... Active in RUF.

 

Scott Kahler
6-3; Freshman
Pittsburgh, Penn.; Thomas Jefferson

General: Another outstanding freshman prospect who possesses a strong serve and volley game... Could make immediate contributions... Great attitude and good team person.
High School/Junior Tennis: Was WPIAL Champion and led Thomas Jefferson to PIAA Finals his senior year...Ranked 2 in the state of Pennsylvania in 2003...Won the ITA National Clay Courts Mixed Doubles Championship in 2003...Was a member of the Middle States Zone Team in 2001...Also played golf all four years of high school and was golf team captain his senior year.
Personal: Full name is Scott Ashby Kahler...son of Albert and Sarah Kahler...born October 10, 1984...intends to major in math or education

Will Kieffer
6-0; Sophomore
Hilton Head, S.C.; Clint Van Aswegen

 General: Has made dramatic improvements in his game since last year... Well respected for his work on the court... Will contribute to the Furman effort this season.
As a Freshman: Tallied a 1-0 doubles record with a win over Indiana State.
High School/Junior Tennis: Led Clint Van Aswegen to three state finals appearances and one state championship... Earned All-Conference nods his junior and senior years... In 2002, named All-State as well as State Player of the Year and Team Most Valuable Player...Has achieved a No. 1 state ranking and has participated in multiple national tournaments... During junior year, earned a top 25 ranking in the south and was the state hardcourt champion... Active in FCA, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, and Honor Council.
Personal: Full name is William Davis Kieffer... Son of Bill and Kathey Kieffer... Older sister is a Furman graduate... Born August 31, 1984... Intends on studying business.

Kevin Lackey
5-10; Junior
St. Louis, Mo.; Ladue Horton Watkins

 General: Had a great fall and will definitely contend for playing time this season... A natural volleyer who has made great strides on the court.
As a Sophomore: Did not see any action.
As a Freshman: Notched a 1-0 record in singles action... Defeated VMI's Brian Ahmes in straight sets, 6-1, 6-3... A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
High School/Junior Tennis: Led Ladue Horton Watkins to a 2nd place finish in Missouri's 4A classification during senior season...Ranked 4th individually in Missouri during senior year...Won the district singles championship during senior season...A member of the 2001 all metro first team for singles... Involved in such high school activities as National Honor Society, Young Life and Mock Trial...Dubbed a member of the Honor Roll.
Personal: Full name is Kevin Patrick Lackey...son of Pat and Mike Lackey...born May 9, 1983...currently undecided on a major... Active in FCA.

Greg Maarschalk
5-7; Sophomore
Harare, Zimbabwe; Baylor (Tenn.)

 General: An extremely quick player with a great volley... Expected to develop into a top contender... Should see action this season.
As a Freshman: Tallied a 0-1 doubles record with a loss to Florida.
High School/Junior Tennis: Coached by former Furman standout Adam Abney... Led Baylor to two state semifinal appearances and one region championship... Won the Chattanooga Rotary tournament in singless and doubles in 2002... Earned Prep Player of the Year honors during senior year... Played No. 1 singles at Baylor and at his high school in Zimbabwe... Member of National Honor Society, Red Circle Society, and International Club... Also played cricket, rugby, and hockey in Zimbabwe.
Personal: Full name is Gregory James Maarschalk... Son of Lesley Eckard and Paul Maarschalk... Brother, Ryan, is a tennis standout at Western Michigan... Born March 12, 1984... Plans on studying health and exercise science.

Moutray McLaren
5-11; Sophomore
Greenville, S.C.; Christ Church Episcopal

 General: A local product who is one of the more respected players on the Southern junior circuit and the Furman team because of his hard work and dedication... Has worked hard to improve his offensive game.
As a Freshman: Did not see any action.
High School/Junior Tennis: Headed up a Christ Church Episcopal squad that won four consecutive state championships and earned a No. 3 nationally ranking according to USA Today in 2002... During senior year, earned such awards as the South Carolina Tennis Patrons Foundation Scholarship and the Malloy Evans Memorial Sportsmanship Award... Has achieved a No. 2 state ranking... During senior, junior, and sophomore years, was a USTA Super National participant... A member of the South Carolina Junior Davis Cup Team during junior year... Recipient of the International Baccalaureate Diploma... Garnered AP Scholar honors in 2001 and scored in the top 10 percent in the state on the PSAT in 2000.
Personal: Full name is William Moutray McLaren... Son of Ian and Goffinet McLaren... Intends on studying business administration...Currently pledging Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.

Ben Pauluhn
5-10; Sophomore
Overland, Mo.; Lutheran North

 General: Possesses an all-court game and a great attitude with a lot of enthusiasm... Has really worked hard to improve and will see action in singles and doubles lineups.
As a Freshman: Recorded a 1-1 singles mark at No. 6 singles...Garnered a 8-7 overall doubles record going 5-3 in conference play with partner Andrew Rogers.
High School/Junior Tennis: Won the National Clay Courts tournament in St. Louis for both singles and doubles during senior year... Has achieved a No. 1 state ranking and a No. 2 ranking in the Missouri Valley... Twice led Lutheran North to the semifinals of districts... Also a member of the baseball team and the National Honor Society... Garnered National Merit Scholar honors during senior year... Attended the John Newcombe Tennis Academy in 2001.
Personal: Full name is Benjamin Michael Pauluhn... Son of Michael and Rachel Pauluhn... Born February 10, 1984... Currently undecided on a major... Active in FCA.

Andrew Rogers
6-2; Senior
Chattanooga, Tenn.; McCallie

 General: Has decided to forego his senior season of competition due to academic and family commitments... A strong doubles player who has been waiting in the wings to show his singles skills... Possesses a strong serve-and-volley game.
As a Junior: Posted a 11-12 overall singles record going 6-3 in conference play...Garnered a 12-12 overall doubles record inlcuding a 2-0 record at No. 1 doubles.
As a Sophomore: Tallied a 3-7 overall singles record... Lost a tough three-set match to 24th-ranked Alabama's Nick Beuque 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 while filling in for injured players... Defeated players from Appalachian State, Wofford, and VMI... Partnered with Peter Netzler to compile a 9-10 overall record, all at the No. 2 doubles slot... Rogers/Netzler had wins against teams from Tulane, ETSU, and Charleston... Rogers/Netzler netted an 8-1 mark in conference play, good enough to land the team a spot on the Men's All-Conference Second Team...Won the Georgia Tech Fall Invitational with partner Patrick Fillnow... A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
As a Freshman: Registered a 1-0 record in singles action...Defeated Mars Hill's Will Bullard 6-0, 6-0...Garnered an 18-7 doubles record with partner Patrick Fillnow...Fillnow/Rogers registered a 17-7 mark at the No. 2 doubles spot and a 1-0 record at No. 1... A member of the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
High School/Junior Tennis: Southern Indoor singles champion sophomore year...Boys 16 National Indoor Doubles runner-up...won coveted silver ball in doubles at 1998 USTA National Indoor Boys 16...finished 1998 nationally ranked No. 5 in boys 16 doubles...finished1998 nationally ranked No. 5 in boys 16 doubles...finished 1996 ranked No. 1 in the south boys 14 doubles...Boys 18 National Indoor Doubles runner-up...state singles champion senior year...earned first varsity letter in tennis in the eighth grade...member of the National Honor Society, Cum Laude Society, Young Life, and Campaigners for Christ.
Personal: Full name is Andrew Edward Rogers...son of Richard Rogers and Susan Tuckniss...born on January 28, 1982...majoring in Religion.

Allen Simmons
6-3; Junior
Clinton, S.C.; Clinton

 General: Has two years of good experience to his credit... Will be counted on heavily to lead the team in both singles and doubles... Will probably partner with Brian Crook in doubles... Possesses an all-court game with strong volleys... A player who thrives on emotion.
As a Sophomore: Tallied a 10-11 overall singles record, going 9-6 in the No. 5 slot...Registered a 20-5 mark with partner Chris Henderson in the No. 3 doubles slot...Selected to the Southern Conference Second Team for his doubles performance.
As a Freshman: Garnered a 2-1 record in singles action... Registered a key victory against 24th-ranked Alabama's Michael Ray Pallares (6-3, 2-6, 6-4) at the No. 6 position... Tallied a 17-6 overall doubles mark, including a 15-5 record with partner Chris Henderson at the No. 3 position... Doubles victories included an 8-6 win against Tulane's Piiroinen/Lievano, a 9-7 triumph against Wake Forest's Bere/Kaufmann, an 8-4 win against Georgia Tech's Campos/Menano, and an 8-5 victory against Vanderbilt's Dailey/Tarkoff.
High School/Junior Tennis: Achieved No. 1 singles ranking in South Carolina...Led Clinton High School to a AAA State Championship during junior year, AAA State Championship appearance during sophomore year, and AAA quarterfinal appearance during senior year...Five time all state honoree and four time all conference...Recognized as an All American senior year...Dubbed "Mr. Tennis" for South Carolina by South Carolina Sports Report...Also played varsity basketball for Clinton High and ran cross country...Elected President of his senior class...A 2000 Palmetto Boys State delegate...member of the Beta Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Personal: Full name is Joel Allen Simmons, II...son of Gene and Clovis Simmons...His mother played tennis for Georgia Southern from 1972 to 1974...Born January 5, 1983...Intends on studying business administration at Furman... Member of the Sigma Chi fraternity.