Southern Miss finished its regular tennis season with a split, losing 4-1 to Louisiana before rebounding with a 4-0 victory over Nicholls. The Golden Eagles secured one singles win from Saheb Sodhi against Louisiana and showcased strong teamwork in their Sunday match. Louisiana took the doubles point and four singles matches, while Southern Miss recovered effectively against Nicholls, winning all points decisively. This performance sets the stage for Southern Miss as they prepare for the upcoming Sun Belt Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Southern Miss concluded the regular season with an 8-11 record overall and 1-4 in the Sun Belt Conference (SBC).
  • Sodhi secured two singles wins over the weekend, including one against Louisiana and another against Nicholls.
State of Play
  • The Golden Eagles secured the doubles point against Nicholls, setting a strong tone for the match.
  • Southern Miss saw multiple strong performances from players like Perkowski and Bult during their final matches.
What's Next

Southern Miss will shift focus to the Sun Belt Championships starting April 16 in Rome, Georgia, aiming to carry momentum from their last match.

Bottom Line

The split weekend performance highlighted the team's resilience, particularly through standout player Sodhi. Their readiness and recent momentum will be critical as they face the challenges in the upcoming championships.