The Auburn University at Montgomery women's tennis team suffered a 5-2 defeat against the No. 6 Mississippi College Choctaws, who remain unbeaten at 16-0. The match took place at the AUM Tennis Complex, where Mississippi College took the doubles point early, winning on Courts 3 and 2. In singles, Melissa Yakup Pour earned a key victory for AUM, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide against a strong Choctaws team. The Warhawks now hold a season record of 5-9, with a GSC record of 2-2.

By the Numbers
  • Mississippi College improved to 16-0 overall and 5-0 in GSC play.
  • AUM's Melissa Yakup Pour defeated the No. 5 player in the nation to earn the Warhawks' first point.
Yes, But

Despite individual wins from AUM, the overall performance against a strong opponent raises questions about the team's consistency and ability to compete at this level.

State of Play
  • AUM's record drops to 5-9 for the season.
  • Mississippi College retains its undefeated status, maintaining a commanding lead in their conference.
What's Next

The Warhawks will next face Valdosta State on March 27, seeking to bounce back from this loss. The match will be an important opportunity to improve their conference standing.

Bottom Line

AUM must build on its successes, particularly the strong performance of Yakup Pour, while addressing weaknesses revealed by the depth of Mississippi College's lineup to enhance their competitive edge in upcoming matches.