Morgan State's women's tennis team wrapped up the 2026 MEAC Round-Up with a narrow 4-3 defeat against North Carolina Central, concluding the event with a 2-1 record. The loss snapped a six-match winning streak for the Lady Bears, their longest since 2018. Despite starting strong in doubles, winning one match, the Eagles captured the necessary point and maintained their edge throughout the singles matches. Notable wins for Morgan included Julia Jeffrey and Amira Bargaoui, but it wasn't enough to clinch the overall victory.

By the Numbers
  • Morgan State finished the MEAC Round-Up with a 2-1 record.
  • The Lady Bears ended a six-match winning streak, their longest since 2018.
State of Play
  • Morgan State is currently 10-7 overall and 2-1 in the MEAC.
  • NC Central stands at 6-8 with a 2-1 MEAC record following this match.
What's Next

Morgan State will return to home court on April 5 to face Hampton, a former MEAC rival, at 10 a.m. This match will be pivotal for maintaining momentum as they aim to rebound from this recent loss.

Bottom Line

The close finish against NC Central underscores Morgan State's competitiveness in the MEAC, while highlighting areas for improvement ahead of their next match. The Lady Bears must leverage their recent successes to carry forward into the remainder of the season.