The Wagner women's tennis team is set to compete in the NEC Tennis Championships, facing No. 5 Stonehill in the first round on April 16. After an impressive 4-1 upset over Stonehill in last year's tournament, Wagner now enters as the fourth seed, the highest in program history. Despite a challenging non-conference season, they rebounded to finish 3-2 in the NEC, highlighted by a strong 5-2 victory against Stonehill. Key players include sophomores Liepa Sataite and Victoria Madail, with Sataite earning Player of the Week honors and Madail recording significant wins overall. The match against Stonehill will begin at 9 a.m. at the Mercer County Tennis Center.

By the Numbers
  • Wagner finished the NEC season with a record of 3-2.
  • Last year, Wagner upset Stonehill 4-1 in the first round of the tournament.
State of Play
  • Wagner is competing in the NEC Championships as the No. 4 seed for the first time in history.
  • They recently defeated Stonehill 5-2 in their first match of the conference season.
What's Next

The outcome against Stonehill could set the momentum for Wagner as they aim to advance further in the NEC Championships, potentially leading to their first-ever championship title.

Bottom Line

Wagner's recent performance and top-seeded position in the NEC Championships indicate a promising opportunity for the team to capitalize on their momentum and compete for a championship.