The University of Massachusetts tennis team secured a spot in the 2026 Mid-American Conference Championships with a decisive 6-1 victory over Western Michigan. This marks their eighth consecutive win and sixth straight in conference play, improving their record to 15-3 overall and 6-0 in MAC action. The Minutewomen clinched the doubles point and dominated singles, taking advantage of key victories across multiple courts. Western Michigan drops to 12-7 overall and 3-3 in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • UMass is now 15-3 for the season and 6-0 in MAC play.
  • This victory was UMass's eighth straight win.
  • The Minutewomen secured victory in five out of six singles matches.
State of Play
  • UMass tennis is riding an eight-match winning streak heading into the championships.
  • Their next match is against Toledo on April 12, ahead of the championships on April 25-26.
What's Next

UMass will face Toledo on Sunday and will look to maintain momentum before the conference championships later this month. A continued strong performance could position them as favorites in the MAC Championships.

Bottom Line

The Minutewomen鈥檚 current form and recent victories bolster their chances heading into the MAC Championships, making them a team to watch as the tournament approaches.