The Wagner men's tennis team is gearing up for the NEC Championships, starting April 16, after finishing the regular season 4-1 in conference play and securing the No. 2 seed. Last season's unexpected run to the semifinals as the No. 7 seed has fueled their confidence, especially after recent victories over Le Moyne, Army, and LIU. Key players include graduate Gabriele Zugarelli and sophomore Eddie Schmidt, both recognized as All-NEC performers, as well as redshirt freshman Lukas Escher, who set a program record with four NEC Rookie of the Week awards. Wagner will kick off the tournament against seventh-seeded Stonehill at the Mercer County Tennis Center.

By the Numbers
  • Wagner finished the regular season 4-1 in the NEC.
  • Lukas Escher registered a program-record four NEC Rookie of the Week honors.
State of Play
  • The Seahawks are entering the tournament as the No. 2 seed, their highest ranking since 2018.
  • Wagner has momentum from recent wins over strong opponents, including a 4-0 sweep of Le Moyne.
What's Next

By defeating Stonehill, Wagner aims to advance past the first round and potentially replicate or exceed last year's performance in the NEC Championship. Continued strong performances from Escher and Schmidt will be crucial in upcoming matches.

Bottom Line

The Wagner Seahawks are poised to make a significant impact at this year's NEC Championships, backed by solid team dynamics and individual accolades. Their focus will be on leveraging their strong conference season to push deep into the tournament.