Xavier women's tennis concluded its 2026 season with a first-round loss in the NCAA Championships against No. 14 Vanderbilt, finishing the season 16-9. The Musketeers locked in their sixth consecutive BIG EAST Women's Tennis Championship and made their seventh NCAA appearance overall, demonstrating a strong finish with a 9-1 record over the last ten matches. Seniors Emily Flowers, Abby Nugent, and Abigail Siminski contributed significantly, amassing 63 wins during their time at Xavier, including an unblemished NCAA and BIG EAST record throughout their four years. In the matchup, Vanderbilt secured a decisive victory, winning all three doubles matches before clinching the match with wins in singles. Ultimately, the final score was 4-0 in favor of Vanderbilt, stopping Xavier's championship run early.

By the Numbers
  • Xavier finished the season with a record of 16-9.
  • Vanderbilt's victory marked their 21st win of the season against 9 losses.
State of Play
  • Xavier ended the season with a strong performance, winning 9 of their last 10 matches.
  • The Musketeers secured their sixth consecutive BIG EAST title earlier in the season.
What's Next

The departing seniors leave a strong legacy for Xavier, and the program will look to build upon this year's success in future seasons. Recruitment will be critical to maintain competitiveness in the BIG EAST and NCAA.

Bottom Line

Xavier's women's tennis team showcased resilience throughout the season, and while the NCAA exit came sooner than hoped, the program's upward trajectory and success in conference play set a solid foundation for continued growth.