Macalester Men’s Tennis Continues Winning Streak with 6-1 Victory
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Macalester College men’s tennis team extended their winning streak to four matches with a decisive 6-1 win over the University of Northwestern Saturday night. The Scots dominated in doubles play, securing all three matches, and carried that momentum into singles, where Jordan Doi, Charles Flaman, Kangyu Li, Derek Chen, and Beckett Annes each won in straight sets. Macalester will next face Luther College in Rochester, Minnesota on Saturday, March 7th at 4:00 PM. Following the match against Luther, the team will travel to Hilton Head, South Carolina for their Spring Break trip.
Macalester Men’s Tennis Continues Winning Streak with 6-1 Victory
Minneapolis, Minn. – The Macalester College men’s tennis team extended its impressive form with a decisive 6-1 win over the University of Northwestern Saturday night at Baseline Tennis Center. This victory marks the Scots’ fourth consecutive dual match win, improving their season record to 4-2, while the Eagles fell to 3-5.
Dominating Doubles Play Sets the Tone
Macalester demonstrated early dominance by sweeping all three doubles matches, securing the crucial doubles point. Senior Jordan Doi partnered with first-year Charles Flaman to defeat Carson Haack and Sam Majerus with a score of 6-3 at the No. 1 doubles position. Sophomore Beckett Annes and first-year Derek Chen continued the momentum, winning their No. 2 doubles match 6-3. Completing the doubles sweep, sophomore Zach Dajani and junior Kangyu Li triumphed at No. 3 doubles with a 6-4 victory.
Singles Success Seals the Deal
The Scots carried their momentum into the singles matches, securing wins in straight sets across multiple positions. Jordan Doi, Charles Flaman, Kangyu Li, Derek Chen, and Beckett Annes all delivered strong performances, each winning their respective singles matches at first, second, third, fourth, and sixth singles. This comprehensive singles performance solidified Macalester’s 6-1 victory.
Did you know?
Winning the doubles point is often a strong indicator of success in collegiate tennis, frequently correlating with overall match victories.
Looking Ahead: Luther College on the Horizon
Macalester will face Luther College in a non-conference dual on Saturday, March 7, in Rochester, Minn. Following this match, the team will embark on a Spring Break trip to Hilton Head, S.C., for further competition and training.
FAQ
Q: What is Macalester’s current season record?
A: Macalester’s current season record is 4-2.
Q: Where will Macalester play its next match?
A: Macalester will play its next match in Rochester, Minn., against Luther College.
Q: When is the team’s Spring Break trip?
A: The team will head to Hilton Head, S.C., after the match against Luther College.
Pro Tip
Consistent doubles play and strong performances in the top singles positions are key components of a successful college tennis program.
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