In celebration of Senior Night, the Lincoln Memorial University tennis team delivered a riveting performance, securing a hard-fought victory over the University of Virginia - Wise. The Railsplitters demonstrated resilience and determination on the court, ultimately triumphing over their opponents in a thrilling encounter.
The match kicked off with the double's competition, where LMU set the tone for the evening by claiming victories in three out of three doubles matches. In the #1 Doubles, LMU's Carla Ramonet and Mar Garcia Bucosa showcased their synergy and skill, clinching a hard-fought 6-4 win over Antonella Campodonico and Constanca Azinhaga of University of Virginia - Wise. LMU continued their dominance in the #2 Doubles, as Adriana Pellizzari and Tania Sfilio secured a commanding 6-1 victory over Lucy Cunliffe and Amelia Monteith.
LMU's Adriana Pellizzari competed in the #2 Singles, delivering a masterful performance to defeat Lucy Cunliffe with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-0. Meanwhile, Rosie Carrier-Dulac secured victory in the #3 Singles through retirement.
In the remaining singles matches, LMU's dominance persisted, with Tania Sfilio clinching victory over Constanca Azinhaga in the #4 Singles and Mar Garcia Bucosa securing a decisive win over Amelia Monteith in the #5 Singles.
As the final point was secured and celebrations ensued, the Lincoln Memorial tennis team basked in the glory of their hard-earned victory. Senior Night proved to be a fitting occasion to honor the team's senior, Haley White and her invaluable contributions to the program.
With this uplifting win under their belts, the Railsplitters look ahead with confidence as they continue their pursuit of excellence in the remainder of the season.
Doubles
#1 Doubles
Carla Ramonet / Mar Garcia Bucosa (LMU) over Antonella Campodonico / Constanca Azinhaga (Wise) 6-4, 6-2
#2 Doubles
Adriana Pellizzari / Tania Sfilio (LMU) over Lucy Cunliffe / Amelia Monteith (Wise) 6-1, 6-0
#3 Doubles
Lucie Palud / Rosie Carrier-Dulac (LMU) over Christina Korakopoulou / Abiela Wang (Wise) 6-3, 6-4
Singles
#1 Singles
Antonella Campodonico (Wise) over Carla Ramonet (LMU) 6-2, 3-6, 4-6
#2 Singles
Adriana Pellizzari (LMU) over Lucy Cunliffe (Wise) 6-2, 6-0
#3 Singles
Rosalie Carrier-Dulac (LMU) over Christina Korakopoulou (Wise) (Retired)
#4 Singles
Constanca Azinhaga (Wise) over Tania Sfilio (LMU) 8-6
#5 Singles
Mar Garcia Bucosa (LMU) over Amelia Monteith (Wise) 6-4, 6-4
#6 Singles
Kinsey Knox (Wise) over Paula Sanleon Mora (LMU) 8-4