Emporia State tennis teams faced tough competition against nationally ranked Northwest Missouri, suffering defeats in both men's and women's matches at the Kossover Family Tennis Center. The women's team fell 6-1, with Giovanna Ferreira securing their only win in singles and doubles. Meanwhile, the men's team also lost 6-1, with multiple matches going to tiebreakers but ultimately unable to overcome NWMSU's strength.

By the Numbers
  • Women's doubles: Ferreira and Piquer won 6-4 at #1 doubles.
  • Men's matches included two sets going to tiebreakers and one match reaching a third-set super tiebreak.
Yes, But

The Hornets managed to secure individual victories, highlighting competitive moments within the defeats, though overall team strength fell short against higher-ranked opponents.

State of Play
  • The women's team lost to the #42 Bearcats, while the men's team faced #50 NWMSU.
  • Giovanna Ferreira's performance was a standout moment in an otherwise tough match for the women's team.
What's Next

Next, the women will face Northeastern State, while the men will compete against Augustana, both matches scheduled for April 24th in different locations.

Bottom Line

Despite setbacks against ranked rivals, the Hornets demonstrated resilience and individual talent, indicating potential for improvement as they prepare for upcoming matches.