SPOKANE, Wash. – Head Coach Natalie Pluskota-Hamberg announced the addition of Ella Nielsen.
 
Ella Nielsen
Vancouver, B.C. | Heritage Woods Secondary
Nielsen holds a current Canadian ranking of #57 and has committed to Gonzaga for the Fall of 2023.
 
Head Coach Natalie Pluskota-Hamberg on Ella's recent commitment, "Ella will be a great fit here at GU. As a multisport athlete, Ella has a leg up in terms of her athletic ability and team comradery. Her work ethic and drive both on and off the court mesh well with our already very close-knit team. We are excited to get her on campus next fall!"
 
Nielsen has been a player with Tennis Canada's National Junior Tennis Program (B.C.) since 2014. In August 2022, Nielsen was the U18 Provincial (State) Champion in both singles and doubles. She was a two-time U18 BC Fall 4 Star Singles Champion back in August 2021.
 
Ella is a multisport athlete who grew up playing tennis, basketball, and soccer. She was a youth ambassador for the Canadian charity WaterAid. She is an honors student as a senior, holding a 3.9 GPA.
 
"I chose Gonzaga because of the positive environment, the Coaches' passion for the program, and their commitment to their players. I appreciate the family like atmosphere and love the beautiful Gonzaga Campus. I am truly grateful for the opportunity and excited about becoming a Zag!"