For the University of Virginia women's tennis program, this fall has been nothing short of extraordinary. The team's success carried over from an outstanding summer and reached new heights with a remarkable NCAA doubles championship.

UVA's Doubles Triumph - A Team's Dream Come True

Season Beginnings and Unseeded Journey

Chervinsky and Collard started the season ranked third nationally among doubles teams. Despite their high ranking, they were not seeded for the tournament. This underdog status only added to the excitement as they embarked on their quest for the NCAA doubles championship. Their determination and skill quickly became evident as they won match after match, often in thrilling third-set, 10-point super tiebreakers.In the first year of the NCAA singles and doubles championships being contested in the fall instead of after the team championship in the spring, Chervinsky and Collard faced tough competition. But their unwavering focus and teamwork allowed them to overcome every obstacle in their path.

Climactic Championship Victory

The moment they had been working towards all season finally arrived on Sunday at the Hurd Tennis Center in Waco, Texas. Chervinsky and Collard faced a duo from UCLA and delivered a stunning three-set win to clinch the NCAA doubles championship. The stadium erupted in applause as they achieved this historic feat for the University of Virginia.This title is not just a personal accomplishment for Chervinsky and Collard but a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire UVA women's tennis team. It capped off a banner four-month stretch that included alumni Emma Navarro and Danielle Collins making deep runs at Wimbledon and competing in the Paris Olympics.

Teamwork and Support

Chervinsky went on to praise the Cavalier coaching staff, including head coach Sara O'Leary, as well as her teammates and her father for their unwavering support in Waco. She emphasized that this was a full-team effort and that their collective spirit made the victory even more special.Chervinsky and Collard join Collins (singles titles in 2014 and 2016) and Navarro (2021 singles title) as UVA's all-time individual women's NCAA champions. Sunday's win is the 88th individual NCAA title for UVA across all sports, a remarkable achievement that will be remembered for years to come.