San Diego's women's tennis team, ranked No. 39, faced a tough challenge against No. 7 Pepperdine, losing 4-0 in a match that was more competitive than the score suggests. Despite a key doubles point opportunity, the Toreros fell short and were unable to replicate their upset from the previous year. Pepperdine secured the doubles point and won three singles matches, although some matches were still in progress when the decision was reached. Freshman Vilma Krebs Hyllested and sophomore Anni Moll both nearly achieved singles victories but ultimately the match concluded without them securing wins. Now with a 3-1 record in WCC play, USD looks to rebound in their next match against Saint Mary's.

By the Numbers
  • Match duration: Nearly 4 hours.
  • Current WCC record for San Diego: 3-1.
State of Play
  • USD's doubles teams split, with one victory and two losses.
  • Three singles matches were completed, with Pepperdine winning all three decisively.
  • Two singles matches for USD remained unfinished but were competitive.
What's Next

The Toreros will aim to bounce back from this loss as they prepare to face Saint Mary's in Moraga on April 11. This match presents an opportunity to improve their WCC standing and regain momentum in their season.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, USD showcased competitive spirit against a top-ranked team. The team needs to build on their close matches and capitalize on opportunities moving forward, particularly in upcoming games to maintain their competitive edge in the WCC.