Sasha Stula and Yasemin Pehlivan of DePaul women's tennis have been recognized with All-BIG EAST honors, highlighting their significant contributions this season. Stula received First Team accolades, boasting a strong 15-4 record, while freshman Pehlivan earned a place on the Second Team with a commendable 13-9 mark. Notably, Stula's performance included undefeated matches against ranked opponents and earning five BIG EAST Player of the Week awards, setting a new conference record. Pehlivan's rapid ascent in performance solidified her impact on a team that achieved a 6-1 record in conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Sasha Stula: 15-4 overall record, 6-1 in BIG EAST play.
  • Yasemin Pehlivan: 13-9 overall record, 5-2 in BIG EAST play.
State of Play
  • DePaul finished the BIG EAST regular season with a 6-1 record.
  • The team advanced to the Championship match but was defeated by Xavier.
What's Next

Looking ahead, both Stula and Pehlivan are expected to be key players as DePaul prepares for upcoming challenges and potential recruitment opportunities to enhance the squad further. Their success may attract attention and continue to elevate the program's profile in women's tennis.

Bottom Line

Stula and Pehlivan鈥檚 recognition underscores the growth and talent within DePaul鈥檚 women鈥檚 tennis team, spotlighting the potential for sustained success as they develop and compete in higher-stakes matches moving forward.