Eastern Washington women's tennis faced a tough opponent in Northern Arizona, losing 6-1 in their conference match. The Lumberjacks dominated, winning five singles matches and the crucial doubles point, pushing the Eagles’ conference record to 2-2 and overall to 8-7. Coach Dustin Hinson praised the team's effort and focus despite the challenging altitude in Flagstaff. Eastern managed to avoid a total sweep with Aneliss Zamfirescu’s victory at No. 6 singles, marking her second conference win this season. The Eagles aim to improve in their upcoming matches, including against Portland State.

By the Numbers
  • Northern Arizona won 5 out of 6 singles matches.
  • Eastern Washington holds a 2-2 record in the Big Sky Conference and 8-7 overall this season.
State of Play
  • The Eagles struggled with altitude but maintained focus throughout the match.
  • Zamfirescu's win at No. 6 singles was the standout performance for Eastern Washington.
What's Next

The Eagles will continue their road trip against Portland State on April 4, looking to improve their conference standing and overall performance in the upcoming matchup.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Eastern Washington demonstrated resilience and determination, setting the stage for future matches where they hope to leverage their strengths and address weaknesses as they progress in the season.