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TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona Men’s Tennis has added another standout to its 2025-26 roster with the signing of freshman Alejandro Arcila from Medellín, Colombia, head coach Clancy Shields announced Thursday.
Arcila arrives in Tucson with an impressive junior résumé, highlighted by a Top-20 ITF world junior ranking (No. 17) and appearances in the main draw of both the Junior French Open and Junior Wimbledon. A product of the Rafa Nadal Academy, Arcila has captured multiple high-level international titles, including singles championships at the J300 ITF Junior events in Lima, Peru, and Salinas, Ecuador.
He has also excelled in doubles play, winning the J300 doubles crown in Salinas and reaching the final of the prestigious J500 in Offenbach, Germany. Known for his all-court game and competitive spirit, Arcila has consistently been one of the top junior players in the world, boasting a Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) of 12.81.
Clancy Shields, Arizona Men’s Tennis Head Coach:
“We are thrilled to welcome Alejo to our Wildcat family. Alejo is the highest-rated ITF Junior player we’ve ever signed, and we’re truly honored he chose our program. From our very first conversations, we felt a genuine connection with Alejo and his family, and it was clear this was the perfect fit on both sides. We can’t wait to begin this journey together and see all that Alejo will accomplish as a Wildcat. ”
Alexander Free, Associate Head Coach:
“It’s been a long time in the works to announce Alejo joining our program. Through the recruiting process I’ve gotten to see what makes Alejo an elite prospect. He has a world class serve, great instincts for the game and an insatiable competitive spirit. I can’t wait to get started working with Alejo and I know he will fit seamlessly into the culture that has been built here in Tucson.”
Fans can follow Alejandro on Instagram at @alejoarcilatenis.