Tennis keeps playoff hopes alive in 7-2 win over Thomas
Waterville, ME- The MCLA women's tennis team earned an important 7-2 win over Thomas College this afternoon as they kept their NAC playoff hopes alive. The Trailblazers even their NAC mark at 3-3 and will have to defeat Husson tomorrow to have a chance at the postseason.
The Trailblazers got off to a solid start sweeping the doubles play. Emily Deaso teamed with Mariza Sfakianaki to win 8-5 in the top slot. Taylor Turner and Shelby Gauthier won the second doubles match also by an 8-5 score, while the duo of Anna Despart and Rebecca Waterhouse won 8-3.
With a 3-0 lead heading into singles, MCLA secured the match victory by winning the first two points. Deaso collected her second point of the day by defeating Lindsey Allen 6-2, 7-5. Kylie Dumas clinched the victory with a 6-4, 6-4 win in the sixth slot over Rachel Gillis.
Over Trailblazers earning singles points were Sfakianaki and Despart to account for the final score.
The Trailblazers will have to defeat Husson tomorrow to qualify for the NAC postseason tournament next weekend. The top four teams in the conference qualify.