South Carolina State clinched its sixth straight MEAC men鈥檚 tennis championship with a dominant 4鈥�0 victory over Norfolk State at Cary Tennis Park. The Bulldogs secured the doubles point early, showcasing strong performances from Mikalai Bankou and Novak Novakovic, who won 6鈥�2. Despite Norfolk State's win in the No. 3 doubles, South Carolina State triumphed in singles matches at No. 1, No. 2, and No. 4. This victory not only brings home the MEAC title but also grants the Bulldogs an automatic bid to the upcoming NCAA Men's Tennis Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • South Carolina State has now won the MEAC men's tennis championship 21 times.
  • This marks their sixth consecutive championship.
State of Play
  • South Carolina State will learn its NCAA tournament placement on April 27 during the Selection Show.
  • Individual honors were awarded, recognizing Mikalai Bankou as the Outstanding Player of the tournament.
What's Next

The Bulldogs will prepare for the NCAA Men's Tennis Tournament, aiming to advance further after securing their spot. Anticipation builds around their potential seeding and matchups in the national competition.

Bottom Line

South Carolina State's consistency as MEAC champions underscores their dominance in the league, and their upcoming participation in the NCAA Tournament presents a critical opportunity for national recognition.