The Colgate women's tennis team recently completed their spring break trip in San Diego, facing off against Point Loma and Dartmouth. They lost to Point Loma 2-5, earning points from doubles and senior captain Amelia Galin in singles. The team then fell to Dartmouth with a 0-7 score, with their only highlight being a win by junior Avery Isaac and sophomore Rebecca Hess in doubles. Overall, the trip showcased both competitive matches and areas for improvement as they continue their season.

By the Numbers
  • Colgate lost to Point Loma 2-5, capturing wins in two doubles matches and one singles match.
  • The Raiders were defeated 0-7 by Dartmouth, with all six singles matches lost in straight sets.
State of Play
  • Colgate's doubles team showed promise, particularly with Isaac and Hess winning 6-2 against Point Loma and 7-6(4) against Dartmouth.
  • In singles, Galin managed to win after dropping the first set, but overall performance in singles against Dartmouth was less competitive.
What's Next

The Raiders will look to rebound when they travel to Easton to take on Lafayette on March 28 at 3 p.m. Continuous improvement in singles matches will be crucial for upcoming competitions.

Bottom Line

Colgate's spring break trip highlighted their competitive spirit and teamwork, but also underscored the need for stronger singles performances moving forward. Focusing on consistency in singles may turn close matches into wins in future contests.