The Lehigh women's tennis team secured a dominant 7-0 win over Hofstra at the Lewis Indoor Tennis Center, enhancing their season record to 2-1. The match showcased impressive doubles and singles performances, with key victories from both seasoned players and newcomers. Coach Sophia Geier praised the team's resilience and strong start, noting that despite challenges in the second set, they managed to maintain control and finish strong. The Mountain Hawks demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the match, setting a positive tone for the early part of their season.

A Stellar Start: Doubles Matches Set the Tone

The Lehigh women's tennis team began the match with an overwhelming performance in the doubles category. Winning all three matches, they established an early lead that would carry them through the rest of the competition. The pairs of Ronit Khromchenko and Audrey Harrington, Alina Shyani and Hamsa Javgal, and Maggie Forkner and Allyce Gaborik each secured decisive victories. This strong foundation provided the team with confidence and momentum heading into the singles matches.

In the opening doubles round, Khromchenko and Harrington delivered a commanding 6-1 win against Katarina Drinchich and Mary Madigan. Meanwhile, Shyani and Javgal followed suit with a solid 6-3 victory over Higgins and Mohamed. Finally, Forkner and Gaborik clinched the third doubles point with a close 7-5 win against Kadiri and Soyer. These wins not only boosted morale but also set the stage for the singles competition.

Unstoppable Singles Play: Key Wins Solidify the Sweep

The singles matches saw equally impressive performances from the Lehigh players. Senior Hamsa Javgal led the charge with a quick 6-2, 6-4 win over Kaitlyn Ferguson, while first-year Alina Shyani maintained her undefeated streak with another 6-2, 6-4 victory against Sabira Mohamed. The intensity of the competition was evident as several matches went to three sets, testing the endurance and skill of the players.

Sophomore Maggie Forkner and senior Allyce Gaborik both secured hard-fought three-set victories. Forkner triumphed in a closely contested final set, winning 7-5 after dropping the second set 6-3. Gaborik similarly battled back from losing the second set to clinch a crucial 7-6 win in the third. Additionally, sophomore Giselle Vlassis and first-year Ronit Khromchenko added to the sweep with respective 6-3, 6-3 wins. The comprehensive victory highlighted the depth and versatility of the Lehigh team, positioning them well for future matches.