UC Irvine's women's tennis team (9-5, 0-2) is set to resume Big West play with matches against UC Riverside and Hawai'i. UCI will host UC Riverside on March 23 before traveling to Honolulu to face Hawai'i on March 27. The Anteaters aim to build on a strong non-conference performance, having gone 4-1 in their last five matches. Notably, UCI enjoyed a seven-match winning streak earlier this season, its longest since 2013-14. The team has standout performances from Bella Pitchford, who won all five singles matches in the recent homestand.

By the Numbers
  • UCI currently holds a 9-5 record, the best start through 14 games since the 2022-23 season.
  • UC Riverside is on a five-match losing streak, with a record of 3-13 (0-5 in conference play).
State of Play
  • UCI looks to regain momentum after a recent loss but has had success with a recent seven-match win streak.
  • UC Riverside is searching for its first conference win against UCI after struggling through its initial conference matches.
  • Hawai'i has a 5-4 record overall and is 2-0 in conference after recent victories.
What's Next

Following their matches against UC Riverside and Hawai'i, UCI will look to secure their first conference victories and boost their overall standing in the Big West. The outcomes could significantly impact their momentum heading into the remainder of the season.

Bottom Line

UCI's success hinges on leveraging its strong recent performance as they face teams looking to turn their seasons around. Consistency and strong individual performances, particularly from key players like Pitchford, will be crucial for UCI to secure much-needed conference victories.