McKendree University Men's Tennis staged a remarkable comeback to defeat UIS Prairie Stars 4-3 on Senior Day. Despite losing the doubles point, the Bearcats rallied in singles play, with standout performances from Ignacio Paolini, Bendix Schroeder, Aimar Oregui, and Riccardo Ercolani securing the victory. The match was marked by a pre-game ceremony honoring five seniors: Kalenic, Nandal, Oregui, Pahwa, and Schroeder.

By the Numbers
  • McKendree lost 2 out of 3 doubles matches, winning only at No. 2 (6-4).
  • In singles, Ignacio Paolini won a pivotal match at No. 1 with a score of 2-6, 7-5, 7-6 (8-6).
  • Overall, McKendree won 4 singles matches while UIS secured 3 victories.
State of Play
  • McKendree was down 1-0 after the doubles matches.
  • The team's success in singles was driven by depth, winning key matches across the lineup.
  • The victory capped an emotional Senior Day for the Bearcats, who honored senior players before the match.
What's Next

Next, the Bearcats will face Washington University-St. Louis on April 20th at 4:00 PM, as they look to build on this victory and finish the season strong.

Bottom Line

This win not only highlights the Bearcats' resilience but also sets the tone for their upcoming match, emphasizing the importance of depth and teamwork in overcoming early setbacks.