Syracuse University's women's tennis team is set to begin its ACC Tournament on Wednesday, facing Wake Forest in a first-round match. The Orange, seeded 13th, will compete against the 12th-seeded Demon Deacons at 3:30 p.m. at Cary Tennis Park. Syracuse aims to capitalize on their recent victory over Wake Forest earlier this season, where they rallied back from a 3-1 deficit. The winner will proceed to face 5th-seed Miami in the next round.

By the Numbers
  • Syracuse has a current record of 7-12 overall and 3-9 in conference play.
  • Wake Forest ended the season with a 12-12 record, including 4-8 in ACC matches.
State of Play
  • Syracuse has defeated three ITA-ranked teams this season: Boston College, Wake Forest, and Georgia Tech.
  • Syracuse's Monika Wojcik recorded 10 singles wins, leading the team alongside her seven doubles victories.
What's Next

The winning team from the Syracuse vs. Wake Forest match will advance to face Miami in the third round of the ACC Tournament. Expect heightened competition as teams vie for a favorable position in the championship.

Bottom Line

This ACC opener is pivotal for Syracuse, which holds a recent victory over Wake Forest and aims to continue its momentum. A win not only advances them in the tournament but also reinforces a turnaround from a challenging regular season.