Men’s Tennis Inks Two More for 2019-20 Season

Toledo, Ohio – University of Toledo men's tennis coach Al Wermer announced the signing of Luis Kleinschnitz (Eichenau, Germany) and Aleksa Ciric (Bela Palanka, Serbia) today. Kleinschnitz and Ciric will be joining the Rockets as true freshmen for the 2019-20 season.

"These two guys fit in with our plans here very well," said Wermer. "They are tough, coachable, and hungry. They love the game and they can contribute immediately. They will be part of a terrific recruiting class."

Kleinschnitz and Ciric will be joining Max Skaer (Swansea, Ill.), who signed with the Rockets in February.

The following is a brief look at the latest men's tennis signees:

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Luis Kleinschnitz
High School: Fachhochschule Fürstenfeldbruck
Hometown: Eichenau, Germany
Anticipated Major: Exercise Science

Third-place finish at the Bavaria Junior Open
First-place finish at the Oberbyern
Number 10 Germany's U17
Number 1 Bavaria U17

Why Luis chose Toledo: "The coach gave me a very good feeling and I know the team spirit is fantastic. I can improve my game in Toledo."

Wermer on Kleinschnitz: "I met Luis in Cologne, Germany. He's very sturdy and powerful. His work habits and motivation are impeccable. He will do anything to improve and to help his team."

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Aleksa Ciric
High School: Niketa Remezijanski
Hometown: Bela Palanka, Serbia
Anticipated Major: Undecided

2018 Singles National Champion
First ATP point 2018

Why Aleksa chose Toledo: "I think the University of Toledo will be a great fit for my academic success and I believe I can achieve all of my goals throughout my experience at UT. Also, I believe I could be a great fit for the men's tennis team."

Wermer on Ciric: "Aleksa comes highly recommended as an experienced, physical, resilient player with an attacking forehand that is definitely the cornerstone of his big game."

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