The Rollins College men's tennis program has concluded a historic season, securing top-ten rankings in singles, doubles, and overall team standings according to the Intercollegiate Tennis Association. Freshman Lawson Prather achieved an impressive #6 singles ranking while also being named an All-American. His stellar performance includes 15 singles wins and 18 combined wins in singles and doubles. The doubles pair of Richard Stoiberer and Pete Tran also made history with a #10 ranking, making it the first time since 2012 that Rollins had All-Americans in both singles and doubles. Overall, the team finished fourth, marking their best program finish since 2004.

By the Numbers
  • Lawson Prather finished #6 in singles, making him an All-American.
  • The doubles team of Stoiberer and Tran ranked #10, marking significant recognition for Rollins.
  • The Tars finished the season with 15 wins, the best record in two decades.
Yes, But

While the Tars achieved remarkable rankings, head coach Jay Friedman noted that they still fell short of winning a national title, which is a primary objective for future seasons.

State of Play
  • The Tars secured their highest overall team rank (4th) since 2004.
  • Freshman Lawson Prather had an exceptional rookie year, earning multiple accolades.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the team aims to build on this successful season with an eye on achieving a national title, a goal emphasized by coach Friedman.

Bottom Line

This season laid a strong foundation for Rollins College men's tennis, combining individual and team successes that highlight their potential for future championships.