Utah State men's tennis will compete in its third NCAA Men's Tennis Championship, facing No. 9 Oklahoma in the First Round on May 1 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Aggies secured their spot by winning the Mountain West Tournament, including victories over Nevada, UNLV, and Boise State. Senior Jean-Baptiste Badon was named MW Tournament MVP after clinching the championship match. Historically, the Aggies are 0-4 against current SEC members and lost their previous encounter against Oklahoma in 2016.

By the Numbers
  • Utah State had a perfect 7-0 record against Mountain West opponents during the regular season.
  • USU's 2023 Mountain West Tournament victories included a 4-0 win against Nevada and two close matches: 4-3 against UNLV and Boise State.
State of Play
  • Utah State men's tennis has participated in the NCAA Championship in 2017 and 2018, exiting in the first round both times.
  • This year, the team is looking to break a pattern of early exits and enhance its competitive history.
What's Next

The Aggies aim to secure their first win in NCAA history, building on their recent momentum and strong performances in the Mountain West Tournament. The matchup against Oklahoma on May 1 will be a crucial test of their skills against a top-ranked opponent.

Bottom Line

Utah State's advance to the NCAA Championship reflects a significant achievement for the program, but the real goal is to translate past successes into a historic victory against Oklahoma.