JMU Signs Myra Shaikh to Complete Incoming Recruiting Class

HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison Head Coach Tyson Thomas announced the women's tennis program has signed Myra Shaikh to complete the 2025-26 recruiting class.

Shaikh, a native of Teaneck, N.J., joins Sierra Vagi (Glen Allen, Va.) and Niki Tomeljak (Zagreb, Croatia), who signed in November and January, respectively.

All three incoming Dukes will enter the program as freshman with all years of eligibility.

"We are very excited to have Myra joining us next year. She is an incredible person and will undoubtedly add immediate value to our team," Thomas said. "Myra rounds out our recruiting class and we can't wait to get her, Sierra and Niki to campus this fall with the rest of the team and get back to work!"

Myra Shaikh | 5-5 | Teaneck, N.J. | Florida Connections Academy

#11 recruit out of the state of New Jersey
Won multiple sectional level USTA tournaments during high school career
Competed in ITF J100 tournaments in the U.S.
Finished third place in national tennis event
National Honor Society member
High Honor Roll student
Younger sister of Hibah Shaikh, who played at Virginia from 2020-24

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