VCU Men's Tennis achieved a significant upset victory over No. 57 Wichita State, winning 4-2 on the road. The Rams claimed the doubles point and secured three crucial singles victories, culminating in Erwann Bouchet clinching the match after a tiebreak setback. Coach Kutrovsky praised the team's effort and competitiveness throughout the match. This victory is a turning point for VCU, as they struggled earlier in the season but showed resilience against a strong opponent.

By the Numbers
  • VCU doubles teams won matches on Courts 2 and 3 with scores of 6-1 and 6-4, respectively.
  • Erwann Bouchet, after losing the first set in a tiebreak, bounced back to win the final two sets 6-1, 6-2.
State of Play
  • VCU's record improved to 6-10 (2-0 Atlantic 10), while Wichita State fell to 12-10.
  • This match marked the first encounter between VCU and Wichita State in men's tennis.
What's Next

The Rams will face Tulsa in their next match on Sunday, aiming to build on this momentum from their recent victory.

Bottom Line

This upset victory highlights VCU's tenacity and ability to compete with ranked teams, setting a hopeful tone for the remainder of their season.