HAMILTON – Head Tennis Coach Bobby Pennington announced the incoming Class of 2029, featuring seven newcomers looking to make an immediate impact on the men's and women's tennis programs next fall. 

Four Raiders will join the men's side hailing from four different states: California, Massachusetts, New York, and South Carolina.

"Overall a very solid recruiting class for the men," Pennington said. "We are gaining four eager newcomers from across the country. All four have extensive junior tournament background and are eager to acclimate to the program and the culture."

The women's team will welcome three new faces coming from California, Florida, and Ohio.

"We are very excited for these three young women to come in and make an impact on our program," Pennington said. "All three absolutely fell in love with Colgate and are training hard and playing tournaments to prepare."

Continue reading for more on the Colgate Tennis Class of 2029.

Nolan Bohan 
5-11
Pawleys Island, S.C.
Lowcountry Preparatory School

Before Colgate
Played two years of high school tennis at Lowcountry Preparatory School Blane Harvey... Only lost one match in his career playing at lines one and two singles... In line one doubles, his team won the state championship in 2021 and 2022.

Personal
Born: Nolan Brock Bohan in Pawleys Island, S.C.
Family: Son of Kristin and Michael... Has one sister, Gigi, who is currently a sophomore on the women's team

Nolan on choosing Colgate: "From the moment I pulled up to Colgate's Admissions building, I knew I had found my college home. What made Colgate stand out among other schools were the friendly students, professional and welcoming staff, and the peaceful town of Hamilton."

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Wittman Bulger
6-3
Mill Valley, Calif.
Tamalpais High School

Before Colgate
Played three years of varsity tennis at Tamalpais High School Russell Byrne... Sophomore year went undefeated in match play for the Redhawks… Earned MCAL Player of the Year honors and won the all-league tournament as a sophomore… Named team captain as a senior. 

Personal
Born: Wittman Charles Bulger in San Francisco
Family: Son of Robin and Christopher... Has three siblings, Jack, Luke, and Katie

Witt on choosing Colgate: "I chose Colgate because it was the best balance of sports, academics, and a social life."

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Adam Fink
5-8
Chappaqua, N.Y.
Horace Greeley High School

Before Colgate
Played four years of varsity tennis at Horace Greeley High School as a starter under Colgate alum Richard Finn '75. A two-time All-State and All-Section Doubles selection... Named to the All-League squad from sophomore to senior year... Placed fourth and fifth in doubles at the 2023 and 2024 New York State Individual Championships, respectively... Earned a First-Team New York Section 1 All-Star selection in 2024 and a second team nod in 2023... Captain his junior and senior year squads.

Personal
Born: Adam Fink in Plano, Texas
Family: Son of Jennifer and Jeff... Has a sister, Ella

Adam on choosing Colgate: "I chose Colgate because of the great academics and the warm community. I also chose Colgate because of the competitive athletics and team environment."

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Tim Vargas
5-10
Duxbury Mass.
Duxbury High School

Before Colgate
Played four years of varsity tennis at Duxbury High School under head coach John Bunar... Helped his team to a 2023 State Championship... Won three-consecutive USTA Level 3 Doubles titles and one Level 4 Singles Title... A three-time Patriot League All-Star and a senior year captain.

Personal
Born: Timothy Caswell Vargas in Boston 
Family: Son of Alison and Josh... Has one sister, Caroline

Tim on choosing Colgate: "I chose Colgate because of the wide range of academic and athletic opportunities available to students. It also felt like the right fit for me from the moment I visited, I instantly fell in love with the campus and community."

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Anson Silverfield
5-6
Jacksonville, Fla. 
The Bolles School

Before Colgate
Ranked top 50 in Florida throughout entire junior career… Competed in two ITF tournaments in South Carolina and Puerto Rico.

Personal
Born: Anson Helene Silverfield in Jacksonville, Fla.
Family: Daughter of Leed and Rebecca… Has one brother, Grant

Anson on choosing Colgate: "I chose Colgate because of the welcoming environment I felt as soon as I stepped on campus. All the faculty and students were very kind. The facilities are amazing and the team felt like a family, which was very appealing to me. The academics at Colgate are very prestigious and challenging which is also something I was looking for in a school."

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Caroline Brown
5-4
Cincinnati, Ohio
Indian Hill High School

Before Colgate
Played four years of varsity tennis at Indian Hill High School under head coach Wade Ward… Logged undefeated seasons in her junior and senior years of high school tennis… Placed third in the 2023 state doubles championship… Helped the Braves to a Team Ohio State Championship in 2022 and 2023… Named Cincinnati Hills League Rookie (2021) and Player of the Year (2023)… Garnered First Team Cincinnati Hills League honors all four years. 

Personal
Born: Caroline Faith Brown in Cincinnati, Ohio
Family: Daughter of Kelly and Tim… Has a twin brother, Henry, and a sister, Sarah Grace

Caroline on choosing Colgate: "I first became interested in Colgate because it has strong academics and a good economics department. I was also attracted to the school because I thought I had a good chance of playing tennis. Once I started talking to the coaches, I believed they were committed to creating a team environment where I would be challenged and continue to grow as an athlete. When I visited, I fell in love with the natural beauty of the campus and I felt at home. The decision to commit to Colgate was an easy one!"

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Vivian Hall
5-2
Long Beach, Calif. 
Woodrow Wilson High School

Before Colgate
Played four years of varsity tennis as a starter at Woodrow Wilson High School under head coach Nicholas Medina… Named all-league every year of career…Captained her senior year squad… Earned team MVP junior and senior year… Also the valedictorian of her high school class. 

Personal
Born: Vivian Muriel Hall in Long Beach, Calif.
Family: Daughter of Ella and Eric… Has one sister, Penelope

Vivian on choosing Colgate: "The decision to choose Colgate came down to three factors: size, tennis and people. Colgate is a small, close-knit community of scholar athletes. When looking for a school to continue my athletic and academic career, a priority for me was size in order to have small classes and to know my fellow student body."