The Slippery Rock University women's tennis team, currently ranked No. 28, prepares to face East Stroudsburg University in the semifinals of the PSAC Tournament on Friday at 1 p.m. This matchup at the Burt Reese Tennis Center features Slippery Rock, which holds an undefeated all-time record of 10-0 against East Stroudsburg, and is on a four-match winning streak, while East Stroudsburg brings a 13-match winning streak into the game. The winner advances to the PSAC championship match scheduled for Saturday.

By the Numbers
  • Slippery Rock holds a 13-3 overall record and has secured four shutouts in their last ten matches.
  • East Stroudsburg boasts a 19-4 overall record, riding a streak of 13 consecutive victories.
State of Play
  • Slippery Rock advanced to the semifinals with a 4-0 victory over West Chester.
  • East Stroudsburg also reached this stage after a 4-0 win over Edinboro.
What's Next

If Slippery Rock wins, they will advance to the PSAC Tournament championship match on Saturday against either Bloomsburg or IUP. A loss may still allow them a shot at the NCAA Tournament through an at-large bid.

Bottom Line

Slippery Rock, armed with postseason experience and a dominant head-to-head record against East Stroudsburg, is favored heading into this semifinal clash, but both teams have shown strong recent performances that could lead to an intense match.