COACH DEMARS ON PACHECO — Came in as a walk on and he should play in the lineup again this season ... Solid baseline player ... Makes you win the point ... Has gotten better in all aspects ... Great attitude ... Very good student ... Works out as hard as anyone on team ... Wants to go out playing his best ... Will be a tough out.

AS A JUNIOR — Finished the year with a 14-12 record playing primarily out of the No. 6 position ... Was 3-0 when playing out of the No. 5 position ... Posted 6-4 record against Region II opponents ... Ended season on a three game winning streak ... Undefeated in post-season play, including a three set victory in the NCAA Regionals ... Named to the SEC Academic Honor Roll.

AS A SOPHOMORE — Saw action in the fall season.

AS A FRESHMAN — Made an immediate impact on the squad ... Went 5-2 in singles matches during the fall season ... Had impressive showings at both the Clemson Fall Classic and the Georgia Tech Fall Classic, where he advanced deep into the draw both times.

JUNIOR TENNIS — Bolivian National Champion in 18's.

PERSONAL — Born February 24, 1980, in Phoenix, Ariz. ... Son of Gaston Pacheco ... Siblings are Alejandro (17) and Pablo (18) ... Enjoys playing soccer, listening to music and going to the beach ... Hopes to graduate from Carolina with a good GPA ... His family has had the biggest influence on his tennis career ... Chose USC because of the business school's reputation and the competitiveness of the tennis team.