DJ Bennett: Setbacks to Set Points: DJ Bennett’s Journey in Tennis & Beyond

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by DJ Bennett to discuss her journey as a tennis player, including her recovery from multiple knee procedures.
Delaney “DJ” Bennett has established herself as one of the premier talents in NCAA Division I women’s tennis. A Florida state champion, DJ made an immediate impact at Auburn, earning SEC All-Freshman Team honors in 2023 and quickly rising through the national rankings. By her sophomore year, she had become a consistent force in both singles and doubles, earning All-SEC recognition and bids to the NCAA Singles and Doubles Championships. Her junior campaign cemented her place among the nation’s elite: she reached the NCAA Singles Championship Final and the NCAA Doubles Semifinals, became an ITA Singles and Doubles All-American, and finished the 2025 spring season ranked No. 3 nationally in singles and No. 11 in doubles. Along the way, DJ earned signature victories over top-10 opponents, including a career-defining win against No. 2 Mary Stoiana of Texas A&M, while helping Auburn secure program-defining team victories against powerhouses like Stanford, Texas, and Vanderbilt.Her success on the court has been matched by recognition off of it. A CWSA Honda Award finalist for tennis in 2025, DJ has also been honored for her academic and leadership achievements as a multi-year ITA Scholar-Athlete, SEC Academic Honor Roll member, and PNC Achiever. Resilient and determined, DJ’s journey has been defined by her ability to overcome adversity, including multiple knee surgeries early in her career, while maintaining the mindset and work ethic of a champion. With her senior season ahead and professional opportunities on the horizon, she continues to embody the blend of talent, perseverance, and drive that sets the foundation for a bright future both in college tennis and beyond.For more on DJ, be sure to follow @djtnns on Instagram!
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