Once again, facing light rain,
the Tigers played their second tennis match of the season. The temperature was,
however, about 20 degrees higher than the last one! Haha
We lost the overall Varsity
match 1-4, but there were several good things to take from the match. We can
see the caliber of play that is needed to achieve sectional and conference
titles. We are not currently at that level, but it is a level Northwestern can
achieve. We will see how we can improve throughout the season! I am proud of
the girls, regardless of the score, because they gave their effort, had no
excuses, and fought with their heads held high. Now the recap of matches: Emily
Harshman, Alexis Hungate, and Georgia Williamson lost with identical 0-6, 1-6
scores. Sydney Wells and Madison Wells were the lone point on the Varsity
squad. With improved communication, net play, and consistency, they were able
to come out on top of a 7-5, 4-6, 6-2 match! Erica Plutat and Gabriella did the
best they could, but they ended up on the losing side of a 2-6, 1-6 decision.
This puts the Varsity record at 0-2.
The Junior Varsity match was
exciting to watch, as the Tigers came out on top 5-0. Fundamentals are
continuing to improve and the girls are feeling more confident now that
everyone has a match (or two) completed. Megan Floyd won 8-4. Kady Whitehead
had a matching 8-4 score. Marlee Thomas won 8-3. Jenna Miller and Dulce Amayun
won 8-4. Kaley Hopper and Rachel Baker blanked their opponents 8-0. In
exhibition play, Lydia Wallace and Brooke Hardin won their first match 6-2.
Anna Ortman and Addison lost 3-6, but got their feet wet, in their first match
of the season! Junior Varsity is 2-0 on the season.
Til next time!
Coach Kristine Miller
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