Last night the Varsity got their 3rd
win of the season, against Carroll. We have played 9 matches and have 7 left to
go before sectional play begins.
Emily Harshman had a solid win last night
6-1, 6-0. She is really serving well and finding her groove with her
groundstrokes. Since we have had some consistent nights in a row playing, that
has really helped her.
Alexis Hungate in her own words, couldn’t
get comfortable with her groundstrokes last night. It’s important to remember
that sometimes we just have an off night, and to let it go and move on. That’s
what we will be doing, although I am always proud of her effort and attitude to
keep fighting, no matter what. 2-6, 2-6
Georgia Williamson was back in the saddle
at 3 singles last night and started off with a 7-5 first set and decided to not
mess around, putting the hammer down with a 6-0 second set. Good job Georgia!
Sydney Wells and Kady Whitehead played
together for the first time last night at 1 doubles. Winning the first set 6-0
and the second set 6-3 was a nice way to start off together. Kady’s consistency
and movement on the court balanced nicely with Sydney aggressiveness and
ability to poach. They will be back in action against Cass tonight.
Madison Wells and Erica Plutat took the
court together for the first time last night at 2 doubles. Dominating the first
set 6-1 and getting the second 7-5 was a good showing for the two juniors.
Madison has had some good experience at one doubles this year and is continuing
to develop as a doubles player and Erica is playing some of her best tennis
right now. The two of them at the 2 spot is actually a very solid fit, in my
opinion. I am very pleased with all the girls’ willingness to trust coach, with
a good attitude, as I continue to search for what is the best option for our
team.
Last night’s win brings us to 3-6 Varsity
record.
Junior Varsity recap
Megan Floyd won a close one at 1 singles
8-7 (9-7) She was confident and assertive in the tiebreaker last night. Getting
the follow through correct and foot placement is still a key in improvement,
but she pulled out the win, so that’s big.
Dulce Amayun bageled her opponent 8-0 last
night and once again showed her control, placement, and cool and collected
attitude on the court. But what Dulce said last night after the match was even
cooler than what she did on the court. She said that she used to get really
upset when she was down in a match or lost. She said tennis has taught her how
to control her emotions, stay focused under pressure, and find the good even
out of a loss. Wise words from this senior leader!
Marlee Thomas gets another win at 3 singles
tonight, 8-1. Marlee asked good questions on change over and showed that she
wants to learn and get better. She has good court sense and ability to judge
where the ball should go. Her foot placement on the court is improving and so
is her shot selection.
Gabriella Matly and Jenna Miller won 8-5
against their opponents at 1 Doubles. Last night they learned that not every team
is always kind and sometimes is downright rude, questioning every call and
being unsportsmanlike. We have to remember that we can’t control how someone
else acts and to stay confident and assertive in our calls and in our play.
Sometimes, players (and even fans in the audience) try to manipulate us into
playing into their mind games, and it’s important that we do not get drawn into
that. Our girls handled it well!
Rachel Baker and Kaley Hopper got the win
8-4 at number 2 doubles. I like the way these two work together. I like how they
respond to things and how they are aggressive at the net. I like their
communication and their responsibility for how they play on the court. I am
very proud of the way these two have played so far this season.
Lydia Wallace and Brooke Hardin are really
getting it. Winning last night 6-4 against their opponents, I saw so many
things to be excited for. First of all, these two were studying number 1
doubles to get pointers on things to do during their own match. They talked
about backing one another up at the baseline and about scooting to the middle
to poach the ball. Brooke’s volleys looked much better and Lydia’s serve is
coming along!
Anna Ortmann and Addison Morgan played two
upper level JV players last night and lost 0-4, but there were deuce games and
good things that happened during the match. Better serves, better placement on
the court, getting our hands on the volleys, and good communication are all
things that we can take with us, whether win or loss. Good effort girls!
Last night’s win brings the JV to an 8-0
record.
We are home tonight against Cass (white
skirt), a conference opponent. We are at Western tomorrow (black skirt), At
home against Eastern (white skirt) Thursday (match time changed to 5 pm), and
at Madison Grant on Friday (black skirt). Girls need to be at courts 3:35 every
night. See you at the courts!
Coach Kristine Miller
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