Soaring Eagles: NCCU Women's Tennis Dominates at Jimmy Powell Invitational

The North Carolina Central University women's tennis team kicked off their fall season with a strong showing at the Jimmy Powell Invitational, hosted by Elon University. The Eagles faced off against formidable opponents, including Elon, Virginia Tech, Liberty University, and East Carolina University, in both singles and doubles competition.

Elevating Their Game: NCCU Women's Tennis Shines at Prestigious Tournament

Overcoming Weather Challenges

The tournament's schedule was altered due to inclement weather, forcing the event to move indoors to the Simpkins Indoor Courts in Greensboro, North Carolina. Despite the change in venue, the Eagles remained undaunted, completing three rounds of tennis, including two rounds of doubles and one round of singles. The remaining rounds were played outdoors on Saturday at the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center.

The Eagles showcased their resilience and adaptability, proving their ability to excel in both indoor and outdoor settings. This versatility would serve them well as they continued to face off against their formidable opponents throughout the tournament.

Doubles Dominance

The Eagles' doubles teams shone brightly on the opening day of the tournament. The duo of Valeria San Miguel Soria and Gabriela Mejia Arenas secured victories over both Elon and Virginia Tech, demonstrating their exceptional teamwork and strategic prowess. Additionally, the pairing of Alejandra Hidalgo Vega and Mariana Zottoli also emerged victorious against Virginia Tech.

These impressive doubles performances set the tone for the Eagles, showcasing their depth and the strength of their partnerships. The ability to win crucial doubles matches would prove invaluable as the tournament progressed.

Singles Standouts

The Eagles' individual players also made their mark on the tournament. Hidalgo Vega recorded a dominant 6-2, 6-4 victory against Mariana Reding of Elon, showcasing her skill and determination on the singles court.

Saturday's action saw even more impressive performances from the Eagles. Hidalgo Vega and Mejia Arenas teamed up for a 6-2 doubles triumph against Elon, while San Miguel Soria secured a convincing 6-2, 6-1 victory over Michaela Hegarty of Virginia Tech. Hidalgo Vega capped off the day with a dominant 6-1, 6-1 win over Xenia Jeromin of ECU.

Defending the HBCU National Title

The North Carolina Central University women's tennis team now sets its sights on defending their HBCU National Tennis Championship title, which they will compete for on September 19-22 in Atlanta, Georgia, at the South Fulton Tennis Center.

The Eagles' impressive performance at the Jimmy Powell Invitational has undoubtedly bolstered their confidence and momentum as they prepare to face the best HBCU teams in the nation. With their depth, talent, and unwavering determination, the Eagles are poised to once again assert their dominance on the national stage.