Freshman Marvin Schaber, originally from Germany, saw plenty of time in the starting lineup for the Toreros in 2019-20, picking up four wins in seven completed matches during the dual season and going 2-0 in West Coast Conference matches. It was back in the fall, though, when he made his presence known when he captured the State Bracket Championship at the 2019 Aztec Fall Invitational. It was only the freshman's second collegiate tournament.
 
Coming off some success on the court in his first year, here is more about Schaber, from seals to Coach Keckley to what he enjoys most about USD.
 

What is your major here at USD?
I'm not 100% sure yet but I definitely want to do business. I am also thinking about real estate.
 
What's one thing Coach Keckley says a lot?
(Before every match) "Boys!! This match is gonna be an absolute war!!"
 
What is your happiest moment so far at USD?
There have been a lot of happy moments so far, but I would choose my first college match win at San Diego State (in the fall of 2019).
 
Who is the best dancer on the team?
I'm going to give it to Armin (Rostami) but it's more because we have a lack of dance talent in our team. 
 
What do you love about USD and the tennis team?
I love the connections and friends I made during these first few months here, as well as the boys on the team. I really enjoy getting better with the team and being able to compete for the Toreros.
 
If you were a superhero, what powers would you have?
I would love to teleport myself whenever and wherever I want.
 
What's your favorite Netflix show?
Black Mirror
 
If you won $1 million, what would you do with that money?
Buy a big vacation for my whole family. 
 
What were you most excited about upon joining USD?
Being able to compete with the team and everyone striving to get better on courts as well as growing as a person off the court. 
 
Which teammate makes you laugh the most?
David (Norfeldt). He definitely knows how to make me laugh.
 
What is your spirit animal?
The team gave me a seal, because of my laugh :(
 
If you are stuck on a desert Island and you are allowed one food, what would it be?
It would be Döner Kebap 
 
Who was your sporting idol/role model growing up?
Roger Federer
 
Favorite grand slam to watch?
I'm going to choose the US Open over Roland Garros, because Roger has more success there.
 
What does being a scholar-athlete at USD mean to you?
It means a lot to me. It makes me proud to represent the university by playing the sport I enjoy most. 
 
How did you get involved with tennis?
My brother and dad played, and I always watched them. One day, I told them I wanted to play, too.
 
Any superstitions on the court?
I bounce the ball three times before I serve.
 
Favorite sport to play other than tennis?
I like to play soccer and basketball.