The South Carolina State men's tennis team achieved a perfect record in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) play with a decisive 6-1 victory over Norfolk State. This win brings their overall record to 9-6, maintaining a 4-0 MEAC status after sweeping all doubles matches and securing five singles victories. South Carolina State's strong performance was highlighted by key wins from Mikalai Bankou and Novak Novakovic in doubles.

By the Numbers
  • South Carolina State now holds a 9-6 overall record.
  • The team is 4-0 in MEAC play following this victory.
  • All three doubles matches were won, leading to a 1-0 advantage.
Yes, But

Despite the victory, the challenge of maintaining momentum against higher-ranked opponents could pose a risk as they head into the closing matches of the season.

State of Play
  • South Carolina State is on a winning streak, currently positioned as frontrunners in the MEAC.
  • Upcoming matches include a rivalry showdown with NC Central and a home match against Coastal Carolina.
What's Next

Looking ahead, South Carolina State aims to maintain their perfect conference record against NC Central, followed by a critical match against Coastal Carolina, which will test their readiness for the conference championships.

Bottom Line

As South Carolina State continues its perfect run in MEAC play, focus on future matches is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and possibly clinching a higher seed in the upcoming championships.