Mississippi Christian University's women's tennis team achieved a historic milestone as Emily Buchanan and Ann Cabot Stockett were named ITA All-Americans for the 2025-26 season. Buchanan earned recognition in singles after ranking in the top 20 nationally and received doubles honors with Stockett, who excelled in a breakout season. This achievement caps off an impressive year, highlighted by the team鈥檚 first NCAA Division II National Semifinals appearance, a 27-2 record, and a Gulf South Conference championship.

By the Numbers
  • Buchanan finished in the top 20 of the ITA Division II National Singles Rankings.
  • The Choctaws ended the season with a 27-2 record, including an undefeated 8-0 in Gulf South Conference play.
Yes, But

While the recognition celebrates individual and team success, it also highlights the competitiveness in Division II tennis, as the Choctaws fell just short of the national championship match, losing 4-3 in the semifinals.

State of Play
  • The Choctaws reached the NCAA Division II National Semifinals for the first time in program history.
  • They defeated the defending national champion Barry University and Columbus State during their postseason run.
What's Next

With the momentum from this historic season, the Choctaws look to strengthen their roster and maintain their competitive edge in the upcoming year, aiming for even deeper postseason runs and potentially reaching the national championship.

Bottom Line

This season marks a turning point for Mississippi Christian University鈥檚 women's tennis program, establishing them as a national contender and setting the stage for future success and recruitment.