Thomas Cully aka T5
If there is such a thing as the ‘It’ factor… This kid has it!
Every time Thomas steps onto the court, parents, coaches, and tournament directors rave about his talent, especially his powerful 110mph serve and his deceptive kick serve.
At 17 years and 6'5"... Thomas aspires to play at the highest collegiate level. Thomas isn't just a power server, he's a complete player. He approaches the game with an aggressive mindset, but his coach Rich Meade emphasizes his tactical prowess. “Thomas is a tactician and needs to take the clean shot,'" highlighting his ability to read opponents and set up strategic plays.
Thomas has been honing his skills since he was 7. His dedication is evident in his rigorous practice routine, which includes daily cardo swimming, light weight training, and tennis 5-days a week.
Education
Thomas Cully’s High School Spanish River is currently #1 as they just qualified for Regional, State, and Nationals. In the classroom, Thomas's GPA is 3.5 and HPA 4.4 and is a member of the National Honors Society, was 1st chair, in the School Band (Saxophone), and has been volunteering at the Delray Beach Open for over the past 4-years and was made captain of the Ball-boy team for 3 of those years.
Regarding The National Honor Society, only 2 students were picked out of all the 236 schools in Palm Beach County to deliver the Keynote Speech at the Golden Bell Foundation’s International Business Alliance Conference… Thomas Nailed It!
Thomas is interested in attending a university that will challenge him academically and facilitate the highest level of competition possible on the court… Thomas has strong leadership qualities (captain of the Delray Beach Open ball-boys) and loves being a team player, helping his peers, and plans to become a great role model on and off the courts to his classmates, teachers, and coaches.
Goals
This young man is extremely focused and an ambitious teenager… Thomas has his sights set on being ranked in the top 10 nationally by the time he is 18yrs… just like his personal coach.