The Morgan State men's and women's tennis teams will host Hampton this Sunday, April 5, in a non-conference match at Lake Clifton Park Courts, commencing at 10 a.m. The Lady Bears (10-7) are looking to bounce back after a mixed performance at the MEAC Round-Up, while the men's team (5-10) seeks to continue their dominance, having won nine of their last ten matches against the Pirates.

By the Numbers
  • The Lady Bears have six wins in the last nine matches against Hampton.
  • The men's team is on a nine-match winning streak against Hampton, winning nine of the last ten since 2005.
Yes, But

Despite recent dominance, the Lady Bears have lost two consecutive matches against Hampton, highlighting a potential vulnerability. In their last encounter, they narrowly lost 4-3, which adds pressure to perform this time.

State of Play
  • The Lady Bears recently completed the MEAC Round-Up with a record of 2-1.
  • Hampton's teams come in with mixed records: the women's team at 8-7 and the men's team at 3-9.
What's Next

Morgan State aims to regain momentum for both teams, especially pushing for a strong showing from the women's team to break their losing streak against Hampton. Future matches could significantly shape their standings heading into conference play.

Bottom Line

This match serves as a crucial opportunity for Morgan State's tennis teams to reaffirm their historical advantages while addressing recent struggles, especially for the Lady Bears. A win would help restore confidence as they prepare for upcoming contests.