2026-27 Women's Tennis Roster
Whitley Pate
- Class:
- Graduate Student
- High School:
- Randy Pate Tennis Academy
- Hometown:
- Daniel Island, S.C.
Prior to Tulane: Pate, who attended LTP Academy, began playing tennis at the age of four. Over the years, she has achieved numerous milestones, including reaching 100 career wins in her senior year at Wake Forest. Known for her powerful forehand that sets up her game, Whitley has demonstrated her skill and resilience on the court through her impressive record and competitive spirit.
During her collegiate career with the Demon Deacons, Pate made significant contributions across multiple seasons. In her freshman year (2023), she battled through injuries to appear in 23 matches, earning key victories and contributing to Wake Forest's doubles success. Her sophomore year (2024) saw her finish third on the team in combined singles wins, with notable performances in ACC play. In her junior year (2025), she continued to improve, securing 13 singles wins and leading her doubles team with 18 victories alongside teammate Anna Zhang. As a senior (2026), she tallied four fall victories with doubles partner Eva Oxford to reach #68 in the ITA rankings, reaching the quarterfinals of the ITA Carolina Regional in October.
A proud product of Daniel Island, South Carolina, Pate's journey in tennis has been marked by perseverance and passion. She has a keen competitive drive and a desire to grow both on and off the court. Her strengths, including her work ethic, dependability, and team-oriented attitude, fit perfectly with Tulane's vibrant culture.
Beyond tennis, Whitley plans to pursue a Master's in Business Analytics and AI, reflecting her ambition to excel academically as well as athletically. She describes herself as hardworking, dependable, and caring — qualities she aims to bring to her new team and community.
When not competing, Whitley enjoys cycling, spending time with friends, and walking her dog. Her favorite tennis player is Roger Federer, and she loves watching the Credit One Charleston Open. Her favorite food is sushi, and her pre-match ritual involves listening to hype music to get pumped for competition.
During her collegiate career with the Demon Deacons, Pate made significant contributions across multiple seasons. In her freshman year (2023), she battled through injuries to appear in 23 matches, earning key victories and contributing to Wake Forest's doubles success. Her sophomore year (2024) saw her finish third on the team in combined singles wins, with notable performances in ACC play. In her junior year (2025), she continued to improve, securing 13 singles wins and leading her doubles team with 18 victories alongside teammate Anna Zhang. As a senior (2026), she tallied four fall victories with doubles partner Eva Oxford to reach #68 in the ITA rankings, reaching the quarterfinals of the ITA Carolina Regional in October.
A proud product of Daniel Island, South Carolina, Pate's journey in tennis has been marked by perseverance and passion. She has a keen competitive drive and a desire to grow both on and off the court. Her strengths, including her work ethic, dependability, and team-oriented attitude, fit perfectly with Tulane's vibrant culture.
Beyond tennis, Whitley plans to pursue a Master's in Business Analytics and AI, reflecting her ambition to excel academically as well as athletically. She describes herself as hardworking, dependable, and caring — qualities she aims to bring to her new team and community.
When not competing, Whitley enjoys cycling, spending time with friends, and walking her dog. Her favorite tennis player is Roger Federer, and she loves watching the Credit One Charleston Open. Her favorite food is sushi, and her pre-match ritual involves listening to hype music to get pumped for competition.
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