The Northern Illinois University women's tennis team ended a five-match losing streak with a 5-2 victory over Bowling Green. Senior Nataly Ninova achieved a significant milestone by becoming the all-time combined career wins leader for the program with 165 wins. Ninova expressed her gratitude for reaching this accomplishment just before her final match, highlighting the tough competition she faced throughout her career. Head coach Eric Burns praised Ninova's performances against high-level opponents and acknowledged the team's effort in achieving the victory. The Huskies have now recorded 10 or more home wins in three consecutive seasons.

By the Numbers
  • Ninova has a total of 165 combined career wins, setting a program record.
  • NIU improved to a 16-8 overall record and 2-5 in the MAC.
State of Play
  • NIU has achieved at least 10 home wins in each of the last three seasons.
  • The team alternated new doubles pairings, securing an early lead that set the tone for the match.
What's Next

The Huskies will celebrate their Senior Day on April 17, 2026, with a match against Ball State, which will be their regular-season finale.

Bottom Line

Ninova鈥檚 accomplishment reflects her dedication and impact on the program, culminating in a memorable farewell season, while the team looks to cement their strong home performance in the upcoming match.