Mirjana Lucic

Began playing tennis at age 4 by hiding in the car when her older sister went to tennis class and then sneaking into the class. Coached by Gabe Jaramillo; former coached by Harold Solomon and first coach Goran Prpic who was ranked 15th in the world. Plays a very aggressive game from the baseline and serves in excess of 100 mile per hour. Mother, Angelka, used to be a supermarket owner; older sister, Ana, is a law student and travels with Mirjana full time; younger sister Ivana graduated from high school with honors in 2001 and will study to become a sports agent; younger brothers Miro and Ivan are in high school and also play tennis. Moved to the United States in July 1998, residing in Florida. Is currently working on an autobiography and painting. Plans to pursue a singing career after tennis (is looking to attend a conservatory of music). Big New York Yankees fan...Appreciates the work of Michaelangelo. Loves visiting the Vatican. Enjoys participating in charity events and doing things for a good cause.