SAN MARCOS, Texas (AP) — Old Dominion women’s tennis secured a share of the Sun Belt Conference regular season championship Sunday, sweeping Texas State 4-0. The Monarchs, now 9-0 in conference play, also clinched the No. 1 seed for the upcoming Sun Belt Tournament.
Dominant Doubles Performance Sets the Stage
Old Dominion secured the crucial doubles point after a hard-fought battle. Sofia Fortuno and Ireland Simme of Texas state initially defeated Sofia Johnson and Victoria Matasova 6-3.Though, marina Markina and Kira matushkina countered with a 6-4 victory over Callie Creath and Kiana Graham, leaving the deciding point to Lidiia Rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova. Rasskouskaia and Romanova clinched the doubles point for ODU, overcoming Maria Lora and Chantajah Mills in a tight 7-6 match.
Monarchs Continue Momentum in Singles Play
The Monarchs carried their momentum into singles competition, securing three straight victories to seal the sweep.No. 2 Kira matushkina defeated Callie Creath 6-2, 6-1, and No.1 Sofia Johnson followed with a 6-2, 6-1 triumph over Kiana Graham. No. 5 Victoria Matasova clinched the victory for Old Dominion, besting Mauchi 6-3, 6-2.
Looking Ahead: Championship and Senior Day
With the victory, Old Dominion has clinched a share of the Sun Belt regular season championship and the top seed in the Sun Belt Tournament. They can secure the outright title with a win in their final regular season matches. The remaining singles matches were suspended after ODU clinched the victory.
Old Dominion returns home to host coastal Carolina on Friday at 11 a.m. ET for Senior Day, marking their final home game of the regular season.
Match Results
#41 Old Dominion 4, Texas State 0
Singles Competition:
- #15 Sofia johnson (ODU) def. Kiana Graham (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
- Kira Matushkina (ODU) def. Callie Creath (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
- Victoria matasova (ODU) def. Mauchi (TXST) 6-3, 6-2
- Matches suspended: Lidiia Rasskouskaia (ODU) vs. Niers (TXST) 6-3, 5-2; Ulyana Romanova (ODU) vs. Sofia Fortuno (TXST) 6-4, 1-2; Marina Markina (ODU) vs. Ireland Simme (TXST) 7-5, 2-1
NORFOLK, Va. – Old Dominion University’s women’s tennis team secured a decisive 4-0 victory against Texas State on Friday. The Monarchs dominated both singles and doubles matches, showcasing their strength on the court.
Monarchs Shutout Texas State in Dominating Tennis Performance
Old Dominion set the tone early by clinching the doubles point. The duos of Lidiia Rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova, and Marina Markina and Kira Matushkina secured victories, setting a positive momentum for the Monarchs. Sofia Johnson and Victoria Matasova suffered the only defeat of the doubles round.
Sofia Fortuno and Ireland Simme (TXST) def.Sofia Johnson and Victoria Matasova (ODU) 6-3
lidiia Rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova (ODU) def. Maria lora and Chantajah Mills (TXST) 7-6
Marina Markina and Kira Matushkina (ODU) def. Callie Creath and Kiana Graham (TXST) 6-4
Singles Sweep Seals the Win for ODU
In singles competition, Old Dominion continued their dominance.Alexandra viktorovich, Lidiia Rasskouskaia and Victoria Matasova notched straight-set wins to seal the overall victory for the Monarchs. The matches of Ulyana Romanova and Marina Markina went unfinished once the overall result had been resolute.
Alexandra Viktorovich (ODU) def. Maria Lora (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
Lidiia Rasskouskaia (ODU) def. Emily Niers (TXST) 6-3, 5-2, unfinished
Ulyana Romanova (ODU) vs. Sofia Fortuno (TXST) 6-4, 1-1, unfinished
Victoria Matasova (ODU) def. Tadiwa Mauchi (TXST) 6-3, 6-2
Marina Markina (ODU) vs. Ireland Simme (TXST) 7-5, 1-1, unfinished
Order of finish: doubles (1,3,2); Singles (2,1,5)
What was the final score of the match between Old Dominion and Texas State?
Old Dominion Women’s Tennis Dominates Texas State
SAN MARCOS, Texas (AP) — Old Dominion women’s tennis secured a share of the Sun Belt Conference regular season championship sunday, sweeping Texas State 4-0. the Monarchs, now 9-0 in conference play, also clinched the No. 1 seed for the upcoming Sun Belt Tournament.
Dominant Doubles Performance Sets the Stage
Old Dominion secured the crucial doubles point after a hard-fought battle. Sofia Fortuno and ireland Simme of Texas state initially defeated Sofia Johnson and victoria Matasova 6-3. Though, marina Markina and Kira matushkina countered with a 6-4 victory over Callie Creath and Kiana Graham, leaving the deciding point to Lidiia Rasskouskaia and ulyana romanova. Rasskouskaia and Romanova clinched the doubles point for ODU, overcoming Maria Lora and Chantajah Mills in a tight 7-6 match.
Monarchs Continue Momentum in Singles Play
The Monarchs carried thier momentum into singles competition, securing three straight victories to seal the sweep. No. 2 Kira matushkina defeated Callie Creath 6-2, 6-1, and No.1 Sofia Johnson followed with a 6-2, 6-1 triumph over Kiana Graham. No. 5 Victoria Matasova clinched the victory for Old Dominion, besting Mauchi 6-3, 6-2.
Looking Ahead: Championship and Senior Day
With the victory, Old Dominion has clinched a share of the Sun belt regular season championship and the top seed in the Sun Belt Tournament. They can secure the outright title with a win in their final regular season matches. The remaining singles matches were suspended after ODU clinched the victory.
Old Dominion returns home to host coastal Carolina on Friday at 11 a.m. ET for Senior Day, marking their final home game of the regular season.
Match Results
#41 old Dominion 4,Texas State 0
Singles Competition:
- #15 Sofia johnson (ODU) def. Kiana Graham (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
- Kira Matushkina (ODU) def. Callie creath (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
- Victoria matasova (ODU) def. Mauchi (TXST) 6-3, 6-2
- Matches suspended: Lidiia Rasskouskaia (ODU) vs. Niers (TXST) 6-3, 5-2; ulyana Romanova (ODU) vs.Sofia Fortuno (TXST) 6-4, 1-2; Marina Markina (ODU) vs. Ireland Simme (TXST) 7-5, 2-1
NORFOLK, Va. – Old Dominion University’s women’s tennis team secured a decisive 4-0 victory against Texas state on friday. The Monarchs dominated both singles and doubles matches, showcasing their strength on the court.
Monarchs Shutout Texas State in dominating Tennis Performance
old Dominion set the tone early by clinching the doubles point. The duos of Lidiia Rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova, and marina Markina and Kira Matushkina secured victories, setting a positive momentum for the Monarchs. Sofia Johnson and Victoria Matasova suffered the only defeat of the doubles round.
Sofia Fortuno and Ireland Simme (TXST) def.Sofia Johnson and Victoria Matasova (ODU) 6-3
lidiia rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova (ODU) def. Maria lora and Chantajah Mills (TXST) 7-6
Marina Markina and Kira Matushkina (ODU) def. Callie Creath and Kiana Graham (TXST) 6-4
Singles Sweep Seals the Win for ODU
In singles competition, Old Dominion continued their dominance. Alexandra viktorovich, lidiia Rasskouskaia and Victoria Matasova notched straight-set wins to seal the overall victory for the Monarchs. The matches of Ulyana Romanova and Marina Markina went unfinished once the overall result had been resolute.
Alexandra Viktorovich (ODU) def. Maria Lora (TXST) 6-2, 6-1
Lidiia Rasskouskaia (ODU) def. Emily Niers (TXST) 6-3, 5-2, unfinished
Ulyana Romanova (ODU) vs. Sofia Fortuno (TXST) 6-4, 1-1, unfinished
Victoria Matasova (ODU) def. Tadiwa Mauchi (TXST) 6-3, 6-2
Marina Markina (ODU) vs. Ireland Simme (TXST) 7-5, 1-1, unfinished
Order of finish: doubles (1,3,2); Singles (2,1,5)
Q&A: Old Dominion Women’s Tennis Victory
What did the Old Dominion women’s tennis team achieve?
The Old Dominion (ODU) women’s tennis team secured a share of the Sun Belt Conference regular season championship and the No. 1 seed for the upcoming Sun Belt Tournament after sweeping Texas State 4-0. Later,ODU secured a decisive 4-0 victory against Texas State on Friday.
How did the Monarchs secure the doubles point?
The Monarchs won the doubles point by winning two out of three doubles matches. Lidiia Rasskouskaia and Ulyana Romanova clinched the crucial point with a 7-6 victory.
Who were the key performers in singles play?
Key singles victories came from Kira Matushkina and sofia johnson, who both won 6-2, 6-1. Victoria Matasova also secured a straight-set win to help seal the sweep.
What’s next for the team?
Old Dominion will host Coastal Carolina on Friday for Senior day, which is their final home game of the regular season. They aim to win outright title with a win in their final regular season matches.
Did any matches go unfinished?
Yes, several singles matches were suspended after ODU secured the overall victory, as the team had already won the match 4-0. Several matches of the Friday match were also left unfinished.
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Old Dominion’s women’s tennis team is having an outstanding season,going 9-0 in conference play. This dominance underscores their strength and teamwork.
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