THIS YEAR: Will play No. 2 singles for the Cougars after a strong sophomore season.

2012 (sophomore): Went 15-9 in singles play, finishing 2-0 at No. 2, and 13-9 at No. 3... Earned NAIA All-American honorable mention recogntion, and was named a GSAC and NAIA scholar-athlete... Posted a 10-12 doubles record, but finished strong with partner Gary Yam, tabbing a 9-4 record as a team at No. 2 doubles... Recorded an 7-6 mark in Golden State Athletic Conference play.

IBS GARBSEN: Attended IBS Garbsen in Garbsen, Germany.

PERSONAL: Born October 10, 1990 in Hannover, Germany ... Parents are Klaus Hoffman and Ulrike Wilkens ... Has one brother, Tim ... Majoring in communication studies, and would like to work in professional sports ... Enjoys soccer, snowboarding, windsurfing, and hanging out with friends.