Kentucky women's tennis is set to play its final two away matches of the regular season, facing off against No. 1 Georgia and No. 33 South Carolina. Currently holding a 9-11 overall record and 1-10 in the SEC, the Wildcats are looking to build on a recent victory against Missouri and a narrow loss to No. 11 Vanderbilt. Key players include senior Zoe Hammond, ranked No. 72, and junior Julia Zhu, ranked No. 99, who will feature prominently in the upcoming matches. Kentucky aims to upset Georgia and South Carolina, both of whom boast strong lineups with multiple ranked players. The matches are set for Thursday at 5 p.m. ET and Saturday at 1 p.m. ET.

By the Numbers
  • Kentucky's record: 9-11 overall, 1-10 SEC
  • Two Wildcats ranked in the top 100: Zoe Hammond (No. 72), Julia Zhu (No. 99)
State of Play
  • Kentucky defeated Missouri, marking their first conference win of the season.
  • The Wildcats narrowly lost to No. 11 Vanderbilt, with a final score of 4-3.
What's Next

Kentucky will aim to secure victories against powerhouse teams Georgia and South Carolina, which could shift their momentum heading into the postseason.

Bottom Line

The Wildcats' performance in their final road matches is critical for building confidence and momentum as they prepare for the SEC Championship, making each match a must-watch opportunity.