No. 6 Mississippi State men's tennis team secured a second-place finish in the SEC, earning a double-bye for the upcoming SEC Tournament. Following a senior day win over Alabama, the Bulldogs achieved an impressive 11-3 conference record, tying for the second-most wins in school history. They will commence tournament play on April 17th against a yet-to-be-determined opponent, with potential matchups against South Carolina, Ole Miss, or Tennessee in the quarterfinals.

By the Numbers
  • Mississippi State's 11 SEC wins tie for the second-most in school history.
  • They finished the season with an 11-3 record in the SEC.
State of Play
  • Mississippi State secured the second seed behind Texas, which finished 12-2.
  • Top four seeds include Texas (1), Mississippi State (2), LSU (3), and Oklahoma (4).
What's Next

The Bulldogs will face an opponent in the SEC quarterfinals on Friday, April 17th, with scenarios for potential matchups against three different teams. Their performance in this tournament will be crucial for NCAA tournament seeding.

Bottom Line

Mississippi State's strong finish in the SEC not only underscores their competitive spirit but also sets the stage for a promising run in the upcoming tournament. A deep tournament performance could enhance their national ranking and postseason prospects.