Western Carolina women's tennis faced a tough challenge against Mercer, losing 7-0 in a Southern Conference match. Despite notable individual performances, including a return to the lineup for freshman Jenelle Roberts, the team struggled due to ongoing injuries, leading to forfeitures in doubles and singles. This match marked another setback for WCU, which is still seeking its first SoCon win this season.

By the Numbers
  • WCU is now 2-15 overall and 0-5 in SoCon play.
  • Mercer improves to 8-10 and 1-3 in the conference.
State of Play
  • WCU had only five healthy players available, leading to forfeits in doubles and singles.
  • The match included three singles matches that went to critical third sets or tiebreakers, showcasing competitive play.
What's Next

WCU will host Wofford on Friday at 2 p.m. before heading to UNC Greensboro for their regular-season finale. Following that, they will compete in the SoCon Championships from April 16-18 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Bottom Line

The Catamounts need to build on individual performances and recover from injuries to secure their first conference win. Continued commitment and health will be crucial as they approach their next matches and the championship.