Drake men's tennis competes against Wichita State on Saturday, April 4, at the Roger Knapp Tennis Center, aiming to maintain their impressive 14鈥�4 record. The Bulldogs have been particularly strong at home, with a perfect 9鈥�0 record this spring. Drake's roster boasts depth in singles, led by Sam Melaga and Arin Menon, each with 12 wins. Wichita State enters this match at 12鈥�9 and seeks to rebound from a recent loss to VCU.

By the Numbers
  • Drake holds a 14鈥�4 overall record this season.
  • Wichita State has a 12鈥�9 overall record, coming off a 4鈥�2 loss to VCU.
Yes, But

While Drake is dominant at home, Wichita State has shown potential for close competition, suggesting the outcome could be uncertain despite Drake's strong season.

State of Play
  • Drake features depth across all singles positions, with multiple players contributing wins.
  • Wichita State's head coach, Darragh Glavin, has improved the team's performance significantly in recent seasons.
What's Next

After facing Wichita State, Drake will travel to take on Omaha on Friday, April 10, continuing their Summit League schedule.

Bottom Line

Drake's combination of strong individual performances and an unbeaten home record positions them favorably against Wichita State, but the Shockers may pose a tougher challenge than expected.