JOHNSON, Vt.- Next on our Alumni Spotlight is Seth Gabriel. Class of 1997 and member of the Johnson Tennis Program.

First name: Seth

Last name: Gabriel

Class Year: 1997

Concentration/Major: Environmental Science

Sport(s) played at Johnson: Tennis

Hometown & State: Boyertown PA

Current town/city: Bennington, Vt.

Occupation/Job Title: Tennis Club Owner/Director of Tennis

Why did you decide to attend Johnson?

 Perfect combination of true Vermont experience with a interactive major and athletic opportunities.

Tell us about your job. What do you like most about your current role?

My business partner and I started a brand new tennis club is Southern Vt. We specialize in serving underserved children with free grassroot tennis program geared towards education and tennis.

How did your experience at Johnson help prepare you for what you are doing today?

 My college experience gave me such a leg up in the tennis world. Many contacts were made over the entire state. My coaches and teacher gave me the attention to allow me to shine.

What advice/insight do you have for Johnson alumni and current student-athletes interested in your career field?

I would highly recommend connecting with past and future alumni. You never know how they can help advance your career. We are always looking for good tennis pros and if a Johnson player ever applied I am sure we would give them a hard look.

Looking back on your time as a Johnson student-athlete, what is one of your favorite memories?

 Traveling with my team and teammates across New England and beyond. We took a great trip to Hilton Head trying time follow our coach Herb Tilley. Also winning was so fun.

Have you attended alumni weekend? If so, tell us about your experience returning to campus.

 Yes. I came back in 2008.