As the Class of 2026 begins a new chapter, First Racquet is proud to recognize and celebrate our graduating seniors for their leadership, service, and dedication to our mission.
This year’s graduates represent the second graduating class of First Racquet leaders. Following in the footsteps of last year’s seniors, they carried forward the responsibilities, traditions, and spirit of service passed down by the organization’s first generation of graduates. Over the past several years, they have helped First Racquet continue to grow from a youth-led initiative into an expanding nonprofit organization with divisions across multiple cities, active donation drives, community fundraising events, and UTR charity tournaments. Through their teamwork and commitment, they have not only supported our mission, but also strengthened the foundation for future student leaders.
Although their interests will take them into many different fields, from business and medicine to computer science, behavioral science, biochemistry, and finance, they all share a common heart for service. Their time with First Racquet has shown that leadership is not only about holding a title, but also about showing up, taking responsibility, and using one’s time and talents to help others.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate:
• Ricky Huang, President — attending California Institute of Technology to study Computer Science
• Cindy Zheng, Executive Vice President — attending Washington University in St. Louis to study Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology on the Pre-Med track
• Sayuri Naha, Executive Vice President — attending Vanderbilt University to study Medicine, Health, and Society on the Pre-Med track
• Aarohee Shinde, Vice President of Events and Programming — attending The University of Texas at Austin to study Biochemistry
• Zara Chundru, Vice President of Marketing and Outreach — attending The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business
• Minhao Tang, Vice President of Domestic Initiatives — attending West Point to study Behavioral Science
• Dillon Beckles, Director of the Austin Division — attending Dartmouth College to study Accounting and Finance
• Varun Bheri, Director of the Pearland Division — attending The University of Texas at Dallas to study Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
As they move on to college and begin their next chapter, their impact on First Racquet will remain part of our organization for years to come. They have helped build not only programs and events, but also a culture of kindness, leadership, and community service that will continue to inspire younger students.
Congratulations to the First Racquet Class of 2026. Thank you for everything you have contributed to this organization. We cannot wait to see all that you accomplish in the years ahead.