The Saint Joseph's men's tennis team was defeated by #70 Old Dominion, with a final score of 4-0. The Hawks struggled in doubles, losing the first two flights despite a competitive match at the top flight that was still ongoing. In singles, three matches were completed, with Old Dominion claiming victory in all, while Saint Joseph's had two matches poised for a decisive third set at the time of play stoppage. Head coach Jeff Puhan praised his team's effort against a strong NCAA-contending opponent, highlighting their chances for future matches.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Joseph's lost the doubles point after dropping flights two and three.
  • Old Dominion secured three singles wins to clinch the match, with two singles matches unfinished.
Yes, But

The narrative acknowledges Old Dominion's ranking and success but emphasizes the competitiveness of Saint Joseph's performance, notably in the doubles and some unfinished singles matches.

State of Play
  • Saint Joseph's pushed the doubles match into a tiebreaker but ultimately lost.
  • Two singles matches were tightly contested, indicating potential for closeness in future matchups.
What's Next

The Hawks will look to rebound in their upcoming matches against Chestnut Hill and Coppin State on Saturday, aiming to improve their skills and results as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Saint Joseph's showed resilience against a ranked opponent, setting a promising tone for their upcoming matches as they seek to capitalize on their competitive spirit and refine their performance.