The Navy women's tennis team (23-5) is set to face No. 20 UCF (20-4) in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament in Raleigh, NC, this Friday. This marks Navy's second NCAA appearance in three years after winning the Patriot League Championship. The match will take place at 2:00 p.m. at N.C. State's J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center. The Mids are riding a seven-match winning streak, with their last victory being a championship win over Boston University. Freshman Nicole Fu, named Patriot League Rookie of the Year, will lead Navy against a strong UCF team that reached the Big 12 Championship match.

By the Numbers
  • Navy's current winning streak is seven matches.
  • UCF has a record of 20-4 this season, including a 11-2 mark in Big 12 play.
State of Play
  • Navy has not lost at home this season, finishing with an 18-1 record.
  • Navy's recent victory over Boston University sealed their second Patriot League title in three years.
What's Next

If they win against UCF, Navy will face the winner of the match between N.C. State and Morgan State on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. This could mark a significant chance for Navy to establish newfound rivalries in tournament play.

Bottom Line

Navy's team momentum and recent accolades position them as strong contenders in the NCAA Tournament, emphasizing the importance of continuing their winning streak against UCF to advance further.