Kennesaw State women's tennis team is set to compete in its final road matches of the regular season against New Mexico State and Sam Houston on April 3-4 in Huntsville, Texas. KSU currently stands at 9-5 overall and is 1-0 in Conference USA (CUSA). The matches follow a significant achievement where Ema Baraniakova earned CUSA Athlete of the Week honors for the second consecutive week, alongside Sofia Madrid, who was recognized as Doubles Team of the Week. This recognition marks a historic first for KSU players in CUSA, notably after they defeated a highly-ranked doubles team last week. The Owls aim to capitalize on their recent successes to enhance their standing as they approach the postseason.

By the Numbers
  • Kennesaw State holds a record of 9-5 (1-0 CUSA) entering the matches.
  • Ema Baraniakova and Sofia Madrid are 9-4 in doubles play this season.
State of Play
  • NM State is 7-8 overall and has struggled recently, losing two of their last three matches.
  • Sam Houston boasts a record of 8-11, winning three of four CUSA matches with a recent 7-0 victory.
What's Next

Following the road trip, KSU will look to leverage its momentum and secure key victories ahead of the CUSA Championships. Strong performances in these matches could influence seeding and selection for postseason play.

Bottom Line

Kennesaw State's women's tennis team is poised for a crucial stretch with the potential to build upon their recent successes. Winning against NM State and Sam Houston could solidify their CUSA standings and enhance their chances in the postseason.