Northwestern's men's tennis team wrapped up its home season with impressive back-to-back victories, defeating Purdue 4-0 and Indiana 4-3. This marks the Wildcats' first undefeated weekend in Big Ten play this season, improving their record to 15-10 overall. Both junior Cyrus Mahjoob and Ethan Schiffman were standout performers, winning all their singles and doubles matches. Northwestern's victory over Indiana also marked their first ranked win of the year, showcasing their resilience after being down in the match.

By the Numbers
  • Northwestern finished the weekend with a 2-0 record, clinching its first undefeated Big Ten weekend this season.
  • Cyrus Mahjoob secured the clinching matches against both Purdue and Indiana.
State of Play
  • Northwestern now holds a 3-7 record in the Big Ten.
  • The team is experiencing a turnaround, having won their last six meetings against Purdue since 2021.
What's Next

Next weekend, Northwestern will travel to California to face No. 26 USC and No. 22 UCLA. This trip presents an opportunity for further improvement and confidence after their recent successes against Purdue and Indiana.

Bottom Line

Northwestern's strong performances highlight their growth and potential as they head into challenging matchups ahead, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and resilience in overcoming adversity.