The Emporia State tennis teams are wrapping up their regular season with crucial dual matches this weekend, targeting the MIAA Tournament. The women's team, currently 8-10, needs to win both matches against Northeastern State and Ark.-Fort Smith to qualify. The men's team, standing at 8-8, aims for a victory against Augustana to solidify their spot in the MIAA/GAC Tournament. Both teams faced tough losses recently against Northwest Missouri, highlighting the stakes for this finale. Upcoming MIAA Championships follow from April 29 to May 3.

By the Numbers
  • Women's team record: 8-10, 2-5 MIAA
  • Men's team record: 8-8, 2-2 MIAA/GAC North
State of Play
  • Women need two wins and favorable outcomes from other matches to secure MIAA Tournament placement.
  • Men's team can clinch a tournament spot with a single victory over Augustana.
What's Next

The championships for both teams will commence soon after this weekend, with the men's tournament starting on April 29 and the women's on May 1 at Cooper Tennis Complex in Springfield, Mo.

Bottom Line

Emporia State's tennis teams face high-pressure matches this weekend; victories are essential for tournament qualification, marking a potential turning point in their season.