The Tennessee Tech tennis team is gearing up for its first round of the NCAA Tournament against No. 6 Mississippi State this Friday in Starkville. This marks the Golden Eagles' sixth NCAA appearance in the past decade, showcasing a strong season with a 16-7 record and a nine-match winning streak. Tennessee Tech captured the Horizon League title after defeating Belmont and Youngstown State in the conference tournament, led by standout players including Murilo Burckhardt and Alex Alvarez. Mississippi State, with a 22-5 record, is riding a 15th consecutive NCAA tournament appearance and features SEC Player of the Year Benito Sanchez Martinez.

By the Numbers
  • Tennessee Tech has a 16-7 overall record, marking the most wins in a single season since 2008.
  • Mississippi State has achieved 22 total victories this season, tying the fifth-highest in program history.
State of Play
  • The match is set for Friday at 1 p.m. CT at the A.J. Pitts Tennis Centre.
  • The winners of this and another first-round match between Wisconsin and Samford will face off on Saturday, also at 1 p.m.
What's Next

If Tennessee Tech wins, they will advance to the Sweet 16, continuing an impressive postseason run after their recent conference championship victory.

Bottom Line

The Golden Eagles face a challenging match against a high-caliber Mississippi State team, but with momentum from their winning streak and recent title, they have the potential to pull off an upset in the NCAA Tournament.