SAN MARCOS, Texas – Texas State women's tennis and head coach Kendall Brooks announced the signings of Hope Willis and Marta Pacuraru to join the Bobcats.

"We are especially pumped to sign these two outstanding players from right here in Texas. There is something special about keeping talented players close to home and having them represent their home state as Bobcats," Brooks said. "We love the direction our young team is headed, and with the addition of this recruiting class, the future is incredibly bright for Texas State Tennis." 

Hope Willis – Wylie High School

Willis comes to Texas State from Wylie High School in Abilene, Texas. A two-time Class 5A singles state champion, Willis captured the 2025 title with an undefeated run without dropping a set before successfully defending her championship in May 2026. She is ranked No. 86 nationally and No. 8 in Texas.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Hope to the Bobcat family. A two-time 5A State Champion and nationally ranked Top 100 player, Hope has proven herself to be a winner both on and off the court. Throughout the recruiting process, it became clear that she is not only a special athlete and competitor, but also an outstanding person. Her character and competitive spirit make her an excellent fit for our program and the culture we continue to build. We know she will make an immediate impact, and we can't wait to have her as part of the team," Brooks said.

Marta Pacuraru – Klein Oak High School

Pacuraru joins the Bobcats from Klein Oak High School in Spring, Texas. She enters the program ranked No. 132 nationally and No. 14 in Texas.

"We couldn't be happier that Marta has chosen to continue her journey as a Bobcat. Marta brings a tremendous passion for the game and a genuine desire to be a part of something special here at Texas State. Her athleticism, competitive spirit, and eagerness to continue growing as a player really stood out to us. Marta has a big game with tremendous potential and the ability to make a significant impact in our program. We are excited about what she will bring to our team and can't wait to see her growth as a Bobcat!" Brooks said.

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