November 02, 2026 | Men's Tennis
By Sophia Clancy
UGA Sports Communications
Georgia men's tennis transfers Julian Alonso and Maxime Dubouch hope to make the most of their time in Athens as they approach their final collegiate season.
Dubouch, a graduate transfer from Memphis, and Alonso, a senior transfer from TCU, made the move to Georgia hoping for a chance to pursue new opportunities on the court while developing lasting relationships in a high-level program. Each player hopes to make an impact at Georgia while embracing the tradition and culture that comes with wearing the Bulldogs' "G."
Last month, at the ITA Southeast Regional in Atlanta, Alonso and Dubouch went 5-0 in singles play to earn spots in the NCAA singles championships at Georgia's Dan Magill Tennis Complex later this month. Alonso won all of his matches in straight sets, while Dubouch won four in straight sets and needed three to top teammate Andrew Delgado in the quarterfinals. In an all-Bulldog semifinals, Alonso beat Noah Johnston and Dubouch defeated Cooper Johnson.
Alonso began playing the sport with his father in Barcelona, Spain. Dubouch grew up in Reims, France, competing in various parts of the country. Encouraged by their families, both saw college tennis as an opportunity to balance the sport with an education in the United States.
For Alonso, leaving TCU for more playing opportunities at Georgia was an easy decision.
"It wasn't that tough for me," Alonso said. "I knew that I wanted to play, and I knew that it was going to be a bit harder there. I wasn't getting the chances that I wanted."
Dubouch needed more time to decide. As an only child close to his family, relationships with coaches and teammates at Memphis shaped him. He spent the fall of his senior year weighing the move.
"It took me a whole semester to make my decision," Dubouch said. "I was like, 'This is my last year of college, so maybe I'll regret it if … I'm not making the move.' So it was definitely tough, but I'm super happy to be here."
After two months of practice, Alonso and Dubouch have adjusted to Georgia's culture and tradition. They have even earned nicknames: "Juli" and "Max." For transfers joining a new team late in their college careers, finding a place on the team is a crucial part of the transition. At Georgia, earning the right to wear Georgia's "G" at practice is a tradition that requires all players to show consistency before wearing the logo.
Associate head coach Bryce Warren said the process takes four to five weeks of consistent effort.
"They're still able to wear Georgia gear," Warren said. "But to be able to do it every day of practice going forward? I know that was a big moment for them."
The process was challenging for both transfers, but Dubouch said working alongside teammates helped them adjust to the demands.
"Early running, early lifting, 6 a.m. every day. No Georgia shirt, just a white shirt, like terrible ones," Dubouch said. "It was tough the first week, but then we're all together…we're pushing each other."
At Memphis, Dubouch often played the No. 1 spot and was named team captain. As he approaches his final year of college, he aims to focus on more than results.
"I just want to enjoy every day here," Dubouch said. "I'll be done with college after (this school year), so I don't want to put any pressure on the results. But I just (would) rather enjoy every day with all of my teammates … in such a great town, such a great facility."
Alonso spent three seasons at TCU, which won the NCAA title in 2024 and was the 2025 national runner-up. He had limited opportunities to lead and struggled to earn playing time. Alonso approaches his final collegiate season with high hopes for the NCAA Tournament.
"I want to make a good run at the NCAAs for sure, especially considering that this year it is in Athens," Alonso said. "I want to play in front of that crowd. I think that'd be the dream."
Assistant coach Bruno Tiberti said Alonso works especially hard at practice, showing a strong desire to earn more playing time. The transfer offers Alonso a chance to pursue the opportunities he wanted while contributing to the team.
"When he came in, he put in a lot of work," Tiberti said. "The most important thing is his passion. He's so hungry, and I'm so happy that it's been paying off for him."
For both transfers, the move to Athens is about more than what happens on the court. With family in Europe the majority of the year, creating those strong bonds with teammates and coaches has become an important part of their time in Athens.
Warren said the program emphasizes those bonds even after players leave Georgia.
"Whether we have a kid for one year, two years, three years, whatever it is, I think that's so important to us … building the relationships with the guys and building that trust and being involved, being a part of their lives, even when they leave Georgia," Warren said.
The NCAA singles and doubles championships run Nov. 17-22. Click here for more information.
UGA Sports Communications
Georgia men's tennis transfers Julian Alonso and Maxime Dubouch hope to make the most of their time in Athens as they approach their final collegiate season.
Dubouch, a graduate transfer from Memphis, and Alonso, a senior transfer from TCU, made the move to Georgia hoping for a chance to pursue new opportunities on the court while developing lasting relationships in a high-level program. Each player hopes to make an impact at Georgia while embracing the tradition and culture that comes with wearing the Bulldogs' "G."
Last month, at the ITA Southeast Regional in Atlanta, Alonso and Dubouch went 5-0 in singles play to earn spots in the NCAA singles championships at Georgia's Dan Magill Tennis Complex later this month. Alonso won all of his matches in straight sets, while Dubouch won four in straight sets and needed three to top teammate Andrew Delgado in the quarterfinals. In an all-Bulldog semifinals, Alonso beat Noah Johnston and Dubouch defeated Cooper Johnson.
Alonso began playing the sport with his father in Barcelona, Spain. Dubouch grew up in Reims, France, competing in various parts of the country. Encouraged by their families, both saw college tennis as an opportunity to balance the sport with an education in the United States.
For Alonso, leaving TCU for more playing opportunities at Georgia was an easy decision.
"It wasn't that tough for me," Alonso said. "I knew that I wanted to play, and I knew that it was going to be a bit harder there. I wasn't getting the chances that I wanted."
Dubouch needed more time to decide. As an only child close to his family, relationships with coaches and teammates at Memphis shaped him. He spent the fall of his senior year weighing the move.
"It took me a whole semester to make my decision," Dubouch said. "I was like, 'This is my last year of college, so maybe I'll regret it if … I'm not making the move.' So it was definitely tough, but I'm super happy to be here."
After two months of practice, Alonso and Dubouch have adjusted to Georgia's culture and tradition. They have even earned nicknames: "Juli" and "Max." For transfers joining a new team late in their college careers, finding a place on the team is a crucial part of the transition. At Georgia, earning the right to wear Georgia's "G" at practice is a tradition that requires all players to show consistency before wearing the logo.
Associate head coach Bryce Warren said the process takes four to five weeks of consistent effort.
"They're still able to wear Georgia gear," Warren said. "But to be able to do it every day of practice going forward? I know that was a big moment for them."
The process was challenging for both transfers, but Dubouch said working alongside teammates helped them adjust to the demands.
"Early running, early lifting, 6 a.m. every day. No Georgia shirt, just a white shirt, like terrible ones," Dubouch said. "It was tough the first week, but then we're all together…we're pushing each other."
At Memphis, Dubouch often played the No. 1 spot and was named team captain. As he approaches his final year of college, he aims to focus on more than results.
"I just want to enjoy every day here," Dubouch said. "I'll be done with college after (this school year), so I don't want to put any pressure on the results. But I just (would) rather enjoy every day with all of my teammates … in such a great town, such a great facility."
Alonso spent three seasons at TCU, which won the NCAA title in 2024 and was the 2025 national runner-up. He had limited opportunities to lead and struggled to earn playing time. Alonso approaches his final collegiate season with high hopes for the NCAA Tournament.
"I want to make a good run at the NCAAs for sure, especially considering that this year it is in Athens," Alonso said. "I want to play in front of that crowd. I think that'd be the dream."
Assistant coach Bruno Tiberti said Alonso works especially hard at practice, showing a strong desire to earn more playing time. The transfer offers Alonso a chance to pursue the opportunities he wanted while contributing to the team.
"When he came in, he put in a lot of work," Tiberti said. "The most important thing is his passion. He's so hungry, and I'm so happy that it's been paying off for him."
For both transfers, the move to Athens is about more than what happens on the court. With family in Europe the majority of the year, creating those strong bonds with teammates and coaches has become an important part of their time in Athens.
Warren said the program emphasizes those bonds even after players leave Georgia.
"Whether we have a kid for one year, two years, three years, whatever it is, I think that's so important to us … building the relationships with the guys and building that trust and being involved, being a part of their lives, even when they leave Georgia," Warren said.
The NCAA singles and doubles championships run Nov. 17-22. Click here for more information.
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