The Incarnate Word men's tennis team suffered a 4-2 loss against Southern Mississippi, ending their eight-match winning streak. The Cardinals started strong, capturing the doubles point and taking a 2-0 lead after Hernandez's quick singles victory. However, closely contested matches led to their first loss in two months, with setbacks at key singles matches costing them the win. UIW's momentum faltered, with Vila, Miralles, Salazar, and Uraga each dropping crucial matches. The team now heads to Louisiana for their first Southland Conference matches this weekend.

By the Numbers
  • UIW's winning streak ended at eight matches.
  • The Cardinals recorded an 8-2 overall record this season.
State of Play
  • UIW took an early lead 2-0 but could not maintain it.
  • Match losses at fourth and sixth singles sealed their fate after strong individual performances.
What's Next

The Cardinals will face Nicholls on March 21st and New Orleans on March 23rd as they begin Southland Conference play.

Bottom Line

Despite their recent success, Incarnate Word must resolve issues in close matches to regain momentum as they enter conference competition.