Lubbock Christian University made history by sweeping the Lone Star Conference weekly men's tennis awards for the first time. Junior Kelly Giese earned Singles Player of the Week, while he and senior Mattia Ghedin were recognized as the Doubles Team of the Week. Giese showcased exceptional performance, achieving a 2-0 record at No. 1 singles, including a match-clinching win over No. 40 Artiom Dorofeev. This victory secured LCU's first-ever triumph against UT Tyler and improved Giese's singles winning streak to 12 matches.

By the Numbers
  • Giese holds a 25-5 overall season record and a 14-1 dual match record.
  • The Giese-Ghedin duo has won five consecutive matches together and contributed to LCU鈥檚 7-3 record against ranked opponents.
State of Play
  • LCU achieved a strong start to the Lone Star Conference with a 2-0 record in their opening weekend.
  • The Chaparrals are ranked No. 14 nationally and continue to build momentum in upcoming matches.
What's Next

LCU looks to maintain their winning streak as they prepare for future matches in the conference, aiming to build on their recent achievements and strengthen their ranking.

Bottom Line

The combined success of Giese and Ghedin not only highlights their individual talents but also signifies a pivotal moment in LCU鈥檚 tennis program history, setting a strong foundation for the remainder of the season.