Five Eastern Kentucky University women's tennis student-athletes have earned Academic All-ASUN honors for their athletic and academic achievements. Zhansaya Bakytzhan, Anastasiia Cherniakova, Masha Fedenko, Sasha Parkhomenko, and Ceylin Ipek were recognized, with EKU finishing second in the Atlantic Sun Conference for all-academic selections. Bakytzhan leads with a 3.94 GPA, while Cherniakova follows close behind with 3.85. As the team prepares for the ASUN Women's Tennis Championship, these athletes exemplify excellence both on the court and in the classroom.

By the Numbers
  • EKU had five players named Academic All-ASUN, second-most in the conference.
  • Bakytzhan holds a GPA of 3.94, while Cherniakova has a GPA of 3.85.
State of Play
  • EKU will compete against No. 7 seed Lipscomb on April 16 at 9 a.m. ET.
  • The team has had notable individual performances, particularly in doubles play.
What's Next

As the Championships commence, EKU aims to leverage its dual-match successes and strong academic roster for potential victories. With key players performing well, they might advance further in the tournament.

Bottom Line

The recognition of these athletes highlights EKU's commitment to balancing academics and athletics, setting a precedent for future programs. The team's competitive spirit paired with scholarly achievements paints a promising picture for their Championship aspirations.