The UNLV men's tennis team, ranked 61st, concluded its non-conference schedule with a 4-2 victory against Hawai'i amid a record heat wave on St. Patrick's Day. This win at the Fertitta Tennis Complex improved their overall record to 10-4, maintaining an undefeated home streak of eight matches. In doubles, UNLV clinched the point with strong performances, particularly from the nation's 58th-ranked duo Ilia Snitari and Arda Karakas who secured their 8-0 season record. The Rebels dominated singles play, with standout performances from Marko Maksimovic and Ilia Snitari solidifying their success.

By the Numbers
  • UNLV improved to 10-4 overall and 8-0 at home this season.
  • Ilia Snitari is now 23-2 in singles play for the season.
State of Play
  • UNLV is set to embark on six consecutive Mountain West matches.
  • Next up, they face Utah State on Friday at 2 p.m. PT.
What's Next

The Rebels will aim to continue their winning momentum as they tackle a series of Mountain West matches, starting with a road game against Utah State, which could set the tone for their conference performance.

Bottom Line

UNLV's impressive performance against Hawai'i highlights their strength and resilience, setting a strong foundation as they transition into critical conference play, where maintaining momentum will be essential for their championship aspirations.