Xavier women's tennis is gearing up to compete against the No. 14 seed Vanderbilt in the first round of the NCAA Championships on May 1, 2026, at Vanderbilt's Lummis Tennis Center. The Musketeers, with a record of 16-8 and on a nine-match winning streak, will face Vanderbilt at 5:00 p.m. ET. The winner will move on to face the winner of the Clemson vs. ETSU match in the second round. Xavier has made its sixth consecutive NCAA tournament appearance and seventh overall.

By the Numbers
  • Xavier holds a 16-8 overall record, winning the last nine matches.
  • Vanderbilt enters the tournament with a 20-9 record and a 9-6 SEC play record.
Yes, But

Vanderbilt has the advantage of previous success, defeating Xavier 6-1 in their earlier match this season, highlighting the competitive edge of the Commodores.

State of Play
  • Xavier won the 2026 BIG EAST Women's Championship, defeating No. 2 seed DePaul.
  • Vanderbilt features three players ranked in the top 40 of the most recent ITA Singles rankings.
What's Next

If successful against Vanderbilt, Xavier will advance to face the winner of the Clemson vs. ETSU match on May 2, which could further bolster their tournament ambitions.

Bottom Line

Xavier's strong form and recent conference title victory provide momentum, but overcoming Vanderbilt's prior win and their individual player rankings will be crucial for advancement in the tournament.