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Harbor Island
Education
- Bachelor's of Arts in Sociology, minor in Political science, honors in Theology from Xavier University of Louisiana
Career Highlights
- Ranked in the top-10 in New York and top-25 in each USTA Eastern age division
- First person from Mount Vernon to be a finalist in High School Sectionals and qualify for the NYSPHSAA State Tournament
- First person from Mount Vernon to receive a full ride tennis scholarship for college
- #7 ITA doubles ranking in the Southern Region and #11 ITA National doubles ranking at Xavier University of Louisiana
- Two-time conference champion, National finalist and two-time National semifinalist in college
Valaine Clarke
Valaine, born and raised in Mount Vernon, NY, began playing tennis at the age of five. She competed in USTA and ITF tournaments as a junior, achieving rankings in the top-10 in NY and top-25 in the Eastern Section. Beginning in 2021, she attended Xavier University of Louisiana and played #3 singles and #1 doubles, achieving a #7 ITA doubles ranking as a two-time conference champion and national finalist. She graduated in three years with a bachelor’s degree in sociology from XULA, and is currently pursuing a law degree. Valaine joined the SPORTIME team in 2024.