Lubbock Christian University junior Kelly Giese has earned his sixth weekly award as the Lone Star Conference Men's Tennis Singles Player of the Week. He led the No. 10 Chaparrals to two decisive 7-0 victories, clinching a share of the conference title. Competing at No. 1 singles, Giese dropped only five games across his two matches, including a 6-0, 6-0 win against Sul Ross State and a 6-4, 6-1 win over Western New Mexico. With this week's victories, he extends his winning streak to 18 matches and establishes a new program record with 31 singles wins in a season. His performance has been key in bolstering LCU's standing in the national rankings.

By the Numbers
  • Giese's record: 31-5 overall, 20-1 in dual play.
  • He is currently on an 18-match winning streak.
State of Play
  • LCU's men's tennis team is ranked No. 10 nationally.
  • The team is set to close out their regular season against UT Permian Basin on Saturday.
What's Next

Following their final regular-season match, the Chaparrals will prepare for postseason competition, aiming to build on their strong performances and secure a top seed in future tournaments.

Bottom Line

Giese's award-winning performance and record-setting season highlight LCU's rising status in college tennis, underlining the team's potential for significant success in the postseason.