The West Alabama men's and women's tennis teams are making significant strides in the ITA Polls, with the women ranked No. 5 nationally and the men at No. 16. The women's team continues its elite status, while the men's team holds a solid No. 7 in regional rankings. Individual players also shine, with Matias Iturbe maintaining a national singles ranking at No. 24 and Shaira Rivera leading the women's squad at No. 6. Both teams are positioned well as postseason approaches, highlighting their competitiveness in Division II tennis.

By the Numbers
  • West Alabama women's team ranked No. 5 nationally; men's team at No. 16.
  • Shaira Rivera is No. 6 in singles with an 11-6 record; Matias Iturbe is No. 24 despite not competing this spring.
  • In doubles, Rivera and Alexa Milliam are ranked No. 3 with a 15-2 record.
State of Play
  • West Alabama maintains strong national rankings in both men's and women's tennis.
  • Individual players are achieving top rankings, contributing to team successes.
What's Next

As postseason play approaches, West Alabama aims to leverage its strong rankings and individual performances to challenge for conference and national titles. Teams will focus on maximizing their current momentum to advance in the tournament.

Bottom Line

With both tennis programs solidly positioned in the national landscape and multiple players gaining recognition, West Alabama is set to continue its ascent as a formidable contender in upcoming competitions.