The No. 15 seeded USD men's tennis team defeated 35th-ranked UC Santa Barbara 4-2 to advance to the second round of the NCAA Division I Men's Tennis Championship. The match, held at the Hogan Tennis Center, was characterized by a lively home crowd and competitive spirit. USD improved to 21-5 after winning the doubles point and clinching key singles matches. Freshman standout Manvydas Balciunas, though ultimately falling in his match, contributed to the overall team effort along with senior Oliver Tarvet, who secured his 13th consecutive singles victory.

By the Numbers
  • USD's doubles team improved to 22-4 in 2026 after winning the doubles point.
  • Oliver Tarvet has a record of 19-2 this season, marking 13 straight singles victories.
  • The match was attended by 602 spectators.
State of Play
  • USD has won its NCAA first-round match for five consecutive seasons.
  • Following their victory, USD will face No. 20 UCLA, who defeated Arizona State 4-0.
What's Next

USD is set to compete against UCLA in the NCAA tournament's second round on Saturday at 12 p.m. This rematch follows a close encounter earlier in the season where UCLA edged USD 4-3.

Bottom Line

The Toreros' combination of strong doubles play and resilient singles performances continues to propel them through the NCAA tournament, showcasing both their skill and competitive spirit in front of a supportive home crowd. As they prepare to take on UCLA, maintaining their momentum will be crucial for advancing further in the championship.