The Lindenwood Women's Tennis team is set to face #5 Western Illinois in the first round of the OVC Tournament on April 17, 2026, after finishing their regular season with a thrilling 4-3 win against Saint Louis. The Lions secured the #4 seed in the tournament, with standout performances from Paola Garcia, who clinched the match victory, and others in a strong finish. The prior matchup between the teams ended in a 6-1 victory for Lindenwood, indicating their competitive edge heading into the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Lindenwood holds an all-time series record of 2-2 against Western Illinois.
  • Paola Garcia and Sofija Dunisijevic have both recorded nine singles wins this season, the most at the Division I level for Lindenwood.
State of Play
  • Lindenwood is looking for their first OVC Tournament win since joining the conference in 2022-23.
  • The winner of this match will advance to face #1 seed SIUE in the semifinals on April 18 at 10 a.m. CT.
What's Next

Should Lindenwood win against Western Illinois, they will have a shot at their most successful season, aiming for an eighth win, surpassing their previous season's record of seven. This could potentially set the stage for continued growth in their program's competitiveness.

Bottom Line

Lindenwood's quest for a breakthrough in the OVC Tournament represents a significant opportunity for the team, as they aim to capitalize on their recent momentum and historic accomplishments this season.