North Alabama Women's Tennis shone in the Atlantic Sun Conference's 2026 postseason awards, securing multiple honors including First Team All-ASUN for senior Eeva Ristola, Second Team All-ASUN for junior Emma Ansorge, and a spot on the All-Freshman Team for freshman Sammie Schouten. Ristola's commendation marks her first individual award, while the team's overall recognition mirrors their performance from last season, totaling four honors this year. The awards contribute to a total of 11 honors since joining Division I, with nine awarded in the last two years. Ristola's individual achievements come alongside Ansorge's impressive 27 combined wins, highlighting a successful year for the Lions ahead of their ASUN Tournament matchup against Austin Peay on April 16.

By the Numbers
  • Eeva Ristola achieved a 9-2 singles record and 8-7 in doubles for 2026.
  • Emma Ansorge led the team with a 14-2 singles record, contributing to 27 combined victories.
State of Play
  • The North Alabama Lions hold the fifth seed in the upcoming ASUN Tournament.
  • They will compete against No. 4 Austin Peay in the quarterfinals on April 16 at 11 a.m. CT.
What's Next

The Lions aim to build on their postseason honors as they face Austin Peay, hoping to leverage their successful individual performances into a team victory in the tournament.

Bottom Line

With a strong showing in postseason awards, North Alabama Women's Tennis is positioned for success in the ASUN Tournament, signaling a continued upward trajectory for the program as it seeks to capitalize on its talented roster.