The Elon men's tennis team (5-11) is set to face No. 69 Liberty (9-9) in a road match on Saturday in Lynchburg, Virginia. This will be the third time in six matches that Elon has competed on the road in Virginia, with the match starting at 1 p.m. Elon leads the all-time series against Liberty 9-6 but has struggled on the road, losing its last three matchups at Liberty. The Phoenix recently ended a four-match losing streak by defeating Campbell 6-1 on Senior Day, bolstering their confidence ahead of this challenging match.

By the Numbers
  • Elon holds a 9-6 advantage in the head-to-head series against Liberty.
  • The Phoenix improved to 2-0 against CAA opponents this season with their latest victory.
State of Play
  • Elon is coming off a 6-1 victory against Campbell, showcasing strong performances by its seniors.
  • Liberty is currently ranked No. 69 and will compete against the No. 56 Old Dominion before this match.
What's Next

Should Elon secure a win, it could boost their momentum towards upcoming CAA championship preparations. A strong performance against Liberty is critical as they aim to extend their success against conference rivals.

Bottom Line

Elon needs to build on their recent win and capitalize on their historical edge over Liberty to gain confidence heading into tougher matches. A victory could be pivotal for their postseason aspirations.