Alcorn Women鈥檚 Tennis faced a mixed Saturday, first losing 4-0 to Jackson State in a SWAC match, and then bouncing back with a 5-0 victory over Mississippi Valley State in a nonconference clash. The opener saw Jackson State clinch the SWAC Regular Season title, while Alcorn rallied in the nighttime match to secure their seventh win of the season.

By the Numbers
  • Alcorn lost 4-0 in the first match against Jackson State, dropping their record to 6-16 (3-5 SWAC).
  • The Braves won 5-0 against Mississippi Valley State, improving their record to 7-17 overall.
Yes, But

Despite the strong finish against MVSU, the loss to Jackson State reveals Alcorn's struggles in the regular season, particularly in crucial SWAC matchups where they were unable to compete effectively.

State of Play
  • Alcorn secured a decisive victory over MVSU, dominating nearly all matches.
  • The team is set as the No. 6 seed for the upcoming SWAC Women's Tennis Tournament.
What's Next

Alcorn will compete against No. 3 seed Alabama State in the quarterfinals of the SWAC Women's Tennis Tournament on Friday, April 17, at 1 p.m., aiming to advance beyond the first round.

Bottom Line

Alcorn's ability to recover and perform in tournament play will be critical as they prepare to face tougher competition, demonstrating resilience in challenging moments could be pivotal for their postseason success.