Coach DeMars about Eklund -- Junior from Sweden... He's an all court type player ... Has a solid baseline game ... We're looking for him to continue to make an impact with the team ... It will be exciting to watch his progression through the year.

As a Sophomore --Went 23-9 in singles play...played mostly at No. 2 singles...also played some at No. 1 singles...teamed with Marcus Westman to compile a 14-12 doubles record...played both the No.1 and No.2 doubles positions

As a Freshman --Compiled a 13-11 record playing singles ...played 2-6 positions ... showed versatility by playing doubles as well ... teamed with Marcus Westman, Ben Atinson, and Angelo Niculescu for 11 wins ... played doubles at the 1, 2, and 3 positions

JUNIOR TENNIS -- Top ranked junior in Sweden ... Worldwide experience including Junior U.S. Open ... 2001 Swedish champion singles and doubles boys under 18.

PERSONAL -- Born on May 5, 1983, in Eskilstuna, Sweden ... Son of Stefan and Carola Eklund ... Has a brother named Max (19) and a sister named Nikki (14) ... Enjoys playing soccer, listening to music, and playing guitar ... would like to be on the cover of 'Rolling Stone' for selling 1 million records ... wants to spend a day with Anna Kournikova ... lists Roger Federer is his favorite tennis player.