Freshman (2008-09):

Dawson made an immediate impact with the Eagles, earning all-America honors during her freshman year, based on her finishing the season as the 17^th-ranked singles player in Division III.  She selected as a participant to the NCAA Division III Singles Tournament, where she suffered a first-round defeat to the sixth-seeded player in the bracket.  Dawson earned all-University Athletic Association First Team honors as the Eagles' second singles and second doubles player.  She finished the year with a 23-9 record in singles play, including a trip to the finals of the Wilson/ ITA Atlantic South Regional singles championships.  In doubles play, she finished the year with a 22-7 record, including a mark of 16-3 during her final 19 doubles matches of the season, when she was paired with Lorne McManigle.  Dawson and McManigle finished the year as the 19^th-ranked doubles team in the nation.  Based on her performance during the season, Dawson was named the team's Rookie of the Year.

Prior to Emory:

Played on the Maret School tennis team... Won her high school division in 2006... Coached by Harry Volz.

Personal:

Born May 1, 1990

Quote:

"I chose Emory because its a perfect balance between academics and tennis. I love the location and the people are really nice as well."