The 74th-ranked University of Hawai'i men's tennis team (8-4, 1-0 Big West) is set for competitive matches against #64 UNLV and #48 LMU. The Rainbow Warriors will face UNLV on March 17 in Las Vegas before traveling to take on LMU in Los Angeles on March 19. The team aims to extend a four-match win streak, highlighted by recent victories during their last road trip.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i holds an overall record of 8-4 and is 1-0 in the Big West conference.
  • The Rainbow Warriors are on a four-match win streak, their longest since six straight wins in 2023.
Yes, But

Despite their success, the Rainbow Warriors lost their last matchup against UNLV (1-4 in January 2024) and faced a shutout (0-7) in their most recent meeting with LMU in February 2016, highlighting the challenge ahead.

State of Play
  • Sophomore Adriano Dzhenev is tied for the team lead with six single wins this season.
  • Freshman Kent Mueller is closely following with a 5-2 record primarily at the No. 4 court.
What's Next

Hawai'i will look to build momentum as they seek to break their losing streak against UNLV and LMU. Potentially, a successful outing could enhance their conference standing and team confidence heading into future matches.

Bottom Line

The Rainbow Warriors must leverage their current form against UNLV and LMU to secure crucial wins, as these matches represent a significant opportunity to bolster their ranking and confidence in the upcoming games.