The Marshall University Women's Tennis team faced a tough loss to Coastal Carolina, with a final score of 4-3. The team initially excelled in doubles, securing the first two matches to clinch the doubles point. However, singles play saw challenges, with three losses leading to a tied match until Coastal Carolina clinched victory with a win in the fifth singles match.

By the Numbers
  • Marshall leads in doubles with two wins: 6-2 at number one and 6-4 at number two.
  • Thalia Smith scored a straight-set win at number six singles, while Sarah Copley won her match in three sets.
State of Play
  • Marshall's overall record is now 10-9 after this match.
  • The Herd lost three singles matches consecutively before evening the score at 3-3.
What's Next

The Herd will look to rebound against Georgia Southern on Saturday in Statesboro, Georgia.

Bottom Line

The close match underscores the competitive nature of the team but highlights the need for resilience in singles play to secure future wins.