Coach DeMars on Kazuya-- Has always been highly ranked in the East ... Saw him play at the national championships ... Freshman with a lot to learn, but a year from now he should be a very tough out ... Capable of contributing this year if called upon.

JUNIOR TENNIS -- Seeded No. 11 at 16 and under national championships ... Played under coach Robbie Wagner.

PERSONAL -- Born September 27, 1984, in Japan ... Son of Shigehiro and Rieko Otani ... Favorite sport other than tennis is soccer ... Would be a cat if he could be any animal because they sleep all day ... Favorite pro tennis player is Andre Agassi ... Goals for the upcoming season are to be on the travel team.