Ospreys Soar to Victory at Emily McNall Classic

The North Florida women's tennis team dominated the third and final day of the Emily McNall Classic hosted by UNC Asheville on Sunday, September 15th. The Ospreys swept all six singles matches against Presbyterian, while also winning two of the three doubles matches against Wofford. This impressive performance capped off a highly successful weekend for the UNF squad, who secured a total of 22 victories across the three-day tournament.

Elevating the Game: North Florida's Triumphant Performance

Singles Dominance

The Ospreys showcased their individual prowess on the singles court, winning each match in straight sets. Laurie Barendse defeated Davis of Presbyterian 6-4, 6-2, while Aryana Bartlett bested Sanchez 6-3, 6-2. Nicole Solis Alfaro secured a 6-1, 7-5 victory over Rodrigo, and Jasmin Makela outmatched De Sousa 6-4, 6-4. Anslee Long triumphed over Dennett 6-3, 6-4, and Gabby Goyins rounded out the singles sweep with a 6-0, 7-3 (7-3) win over Longmire.

Doubles Delight

In the doubles competition, the Ospreys continued their winning ways. The duo of Bartlett and Barendse defeated Agster and Brenna of Wofford 7-5, while Alfaro and Long secured a 6-1 victory over Woods and Sorensen, also of Wofford. The lone doubles loss for UNF came as Wilbur and Elliott of Wofford bested Makela and Goyins 6-1.

Preparing for the Bedford Cup

With the Emily McNall Classic now in the rearview mirror, the North Florida women's tennis team shifts its focus to the upcoming Bedford Cup, scheduled for September 27-29. This tournament will provide the Ospreys with another opportunity to showcase their talent and continue their impressive run of form.The Ospreys' dominant performance at the Emily McNall Classic has set the stage for an exciting and promising fall season. The team's depth, skill, and determination were on full display, and they will undoubtedly be a force to be reckoned with as they take on the challenges of the Bedford Cup and beyond.