No. 38 Ole Miss Women's Tennis faced a tough matchup against No. 19 Tennessee, losing 4-1 in Knoxville. Despite the defeat, Riley Crowder earned her first ranked singles win of her career, securing the Rebels' only point. The Volunteers dominated in doubles, winning two matches quickly to gain an early lead. Although Crowder claimed victory in her singles match, Tennessee's strong performance secured the match overall. Ole Miss (13-10, 5-9 SEC) will conclude their regular season against Kentucky on April 11.

By the Numbers
  • Riley Crowder achieved her 15th dual singles win and her first victory over a ranked opponent.
  • Tennessee won the first two doubles matches to take the initial match point.
State of Play
  • Ongoing momentum from doubles play allowed Tennessee to extend their lead in singles.
  • OLE Miss' season record stands at 13-10, with a conference record of 5-9.
What's Next

Ole Miss will face Kentucky in their regular-season finale, aiming to finish strong and improve their SEC record. This match could be vital for their postseason positioning.

Bottom Line

The Rebels must build on individual successes, like Crowder's notable win, to enhance team performance moving forward. A strong showing against Kentucky is crucial for momentum heading into tournament play.