The Michigan State women's tennis team showcased their talent and determination during the second day of the Spartan Invite tournament. Despite facing stiff competition, the Spartans displayed their resilience, with several players emerging victorious in both doubles and singles play.

Spartans Serve Up Impressive Performances at Spartan Invite

Doubles Dominance: Blackford and Vehvilainen Conquer DePaul Duo

The day began with an early start for the Spartans, as the doubles competition kicked off at 9 a.m. Freshman Ellie Blackford and senior Liisa Vehvilainen rose to the occasion, securing a hard-fought victory over their DePaul opponents, Hannah Smith and Sasha Sakura Stula. The match was a back-and-forth affair, with the Green and White ultimately clinching the win at 6-4.

Singles Showdown: Purser and Stasny Emerge Victorious

Singles play commenced at 2 p.m., with all Spartans taking to the courts. Junior Issey Purser and sophomore Natalie Stasny both showcased their skills, defeating their respective opponents. Purser battled back from a first-set loss against Ohio State's Dani Schoenly, winning the next two sets in a row to claim the match 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5). Stasny, on the other hand, dominated her match against Butler's Chase Metcalf, securing a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory.

Spartans Fight Hard, Showcasing Resilience and Determination

While other Spartans competed on Saturday, they were unable to secure victories against their opponents. However, the team's unwavering spirit and determination were on full display, as each player fought hard and put forth strong performances, making their opponents work for every point.

Spartan Invite Concludes with Final Day of Action

The Spartans will return to the courts on Sunday, November 3, for the final day of the Spartan Invite. Fans can follow the tournament's progress through the Spartan Invite Tournament Central, which will provide updated schedule information, results, and live-stream links.The Spartan women's tennis team's impressive performances during the second day of the Spartan Invite showcase their talent, resilience, and determination. With the final day of the tournament on the horizon, the Spartans are poised to continue their strong showing and leave a lasting impression on the court.