Tarleton State Tennis is set to make its Division I NCAA Tournament debut against No. 9 seed Texas on Saturday at the Texas Tennis Center. The match marks the first meeting between the Texans and the Longhorns in women's tennis. Tarleton, the WAC champions, previously participated in the NCAA Tournament in 2017 and is coming off a commanding 4-0 victory in the WAC Tournament. The Texans boast a 17-7 overall record this season and have achieved notable individual accolades, including the WAC Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year.

By the Numbers
  • Tarleton State finished the WAC Tournament with a perfect 4-0 record.
  • The Texans achieved 88 singles wins and 46 doubles wins, representing the most in a season since transitioning to Division I.
State of Play
  • Tarleton's seniors, including WAC Tournament Most Outstanding Player Ximena Morales, are crucial to the team鈥檚 success.
  • Texas is ranked No. 8 nationally and has faced a competitive schedule, including wins against defending champions Georgia.
What's Next

Should Tarleton win, they will advance to face either Yale or Texas Tech in the NCAA Second Round on Sunday. This matchup is pivotal for the Texans to establish their presence in Division I competition and advance further in the tournament.

Bottom Line

Tarleton State Tennis is poised to make a significant impact in its NCAA Tournament debut, showcasing a double-pronged attack of strong team performance and individual talent. Their upcoming match against Texas could set the tone for future success at the Division I level.