Chinellato Signs Two to 2026-27 Tennis Team
3/10/2026 11:25:00 AM | Tennis
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Mizzou tennis head coach Silvia Chinellato announces the signing of two players to join the team in fall 2026, Danielle Chapman and Alba Salles Canudas.
Danielle Chapman | Benoni, South Africa | Think Digital Academy
Danielle Chapman comes to Missouri from Benoni, South Africa. She holds a career-high ITF ranking of 166, and in 2024, she held an overall record of 30-8. Her reason for choosing Mizzou is the great balance of tennis and academics.
Coach Chinellato on Chapman
"I am excited to welcome Danielle Chapman to the Mizzou tennis family. Coming from South Africa, she has built strong international experience and reached a career-high ITF junior ranking of No. 166. Danielle is a tough competitor with a great work ethic, and we believe her mentality and experience will make her a great fit for our program."
Alba Salles Canudas | Vic, Barcelona | Institut Obert de Catalunya
Alba Salles Canudas hails from Barcelona, Spain. She most recently secured the 2025 Spanish National Doubles Championship. Salles Canudas chose Mizzou because of its strong academic reputation and looks forward to developing as a tennis player and as a student-athlete.
Coach Chinellato on Salles Canudas
"We're thrilled to add Alba to our program. Coming from Spain, Alba has proven herself at a high level, highlighted by winning the Spanish National Doubles Championship. She's a very competitive player with great instincts on court, and we're excited about the experience and mentality she will bring to our team."
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