The University of Denver women's tennis team, ranked No. 66, is gearing up for the NCAA Division I Women's Tennis Championships, facing No. 15 Arizona State in the first round on May 1. This matchup comes after Denver secured its 12th consecutive Summit League title, marked by a perfect 71-0 league record during their tenure. Denver's NCAA history highlights the team aiming for its third first-round victory since 2017, following a recent loss to Oklahoma in the tournament last year. The tournament will also feature UCLA against San Diego State in the regional. Denver is set for a challenging competition, having lost all previous encounters against their potential opponents in the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Denver holds a 16-7 overall record, finishing 6-0 in Summit League play.
  • This marks Denver's 12th consecutive NCAA appearance and 15th overall.
State of Play
  • Denver is the 66th seed facing 16th-seeded Arizona State in the first round.
  • Previous matchups include a February tournament loss to ASU (0-4) and a narrow defeat in 2019 (3-4).
What's Next

Should Denver advance past Arizona State, they will compete in the second round against the winner of the UCLA vs. San Diego State match on May 2. Denver will be keen to reverse its history against these opponents to progress in the tournament.

Bottom Line

For Denver to succeed in the NCAA tournament, they must overcome their challenging history with Arizona State and capitalize on their current momentum from winning the Summit League, aiming for a significant upset.