Charleston native Shelby Rogers has risen through the ranks in women’s tennis over the last few years, currently ranking #48. She started off the year in grand style, defeating the world’s number 4 player, Simona Halep, in the Australian Open. As she looks forward to returning home to play the Volvo Car Open on Daniel Island this month, she took the time to reflect on the beginnings of her career, her practice routine, and the price she’s paid to be a professional athlete.