The Portland women's tennis team fell 4-0 to No. 67 Washington State in a West Coast Conference match. After losing a tightly contested doubles point, they were forced to forfeit No. 6 singles, giving WSU a 2-0 lead. The Cougars secured the victory with straight-set wins at No. 1 and No. 3 singles. This loss follows a recent 4-3 victory against Gonzaga, and the Pilots have already secured a spot in the WCC Championships set for later this month. They will finish their regular season against Seattle U on Saturday for Senior Day.

By the Numbers
  • Portland was forced to forfeit the No. 6 singles match, contributing to a 2-0 deficit.
  • Washington State ranked No. 67 overall in national standings.
State of Play
  • The Pilots aim to rebound with a match against Seattle U this Saturday.
  • Portland has clinched a spot in the six-team WCC Championships scheduled for April 23-25.
What's Next

Portland will focus on their Senior Day match against Seattle U to end the regular season on a high note before entering the conference championships.

Bottom Line

Despite the setback against Washington State, Portland's season remains on track as they head into the WCC Championships, reinforcing the need for resilience in their upcoming matches.