As the fall season winds down, the Harvard men's tennis team is gearing up for a strong finish, with student-athletes set to compete at both the ITA Division I Sectional Championships in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and the final home event, the Battle of Boston. With a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, the Crimson are poised to make their mark on the court and set the stage for an exciting spring campaign.

Crimson Talent Shines Bright in the Postseason Push

Crimson Duo Primed for ITA Sectional Championships

Benjamin Privara and Rohan Murali will represent Harvard at the ITA Division I Sectional Championships, kicking off their individual and doubles journeys on Thursday, November 7. Murali will face off against [5-8] Bradeen Shick of NC State in singles action, while Privara, the third-seeded player in the draw, will take on Luca Pow of Wake Forest. Later in the day, the Crimson duo will team up to compete in doubles, squaring off against Patrick Schoen and Logan Zapp of UNC in the round of 16.

Crimson Talent Shines in Singles and Doubles

As the 2024-25 campaign gets underway, Murali has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with, boasting a 4-1 record in singles and a 3-1 mark in doubles play. Meanwhile, first-year Privara has hit the ground running, amassing an impressive eight wins across singles and doubles action.

Battle of Boston Showdown

Closer to home, Harvard will host the Battle of Boston, where the Crimson will face off against players from Boston University, Boston College, and fellow Ivy League foe, Cornell, beginning on Saturday, November 9. Valdemar Pape, coming off a strong performance at the Ralston/Neufeld Coaches Challenge in Dallas, Texas, where he went a near-perfect 6-1 in singles and doubles play, will look to lead the charge for the Crimson.

Depth and Versatility Fuel Crimson's Success

The Crimson's depth and versatility have been on full display this fall, with five athletes leading the way in singles records. Pape, Privara, and Masato Perera have all collected five wins individually, while first-year Mitchell Lee has been shining in doubles, holding a team-best record of 7-3. Lee's doubles prowess has been showcased through his 4-1 record with Pape and a 3-2 mark with Melchior Delloye.

Crimson Poised for NCAA Individual Championships

As the fall season comes to a close, the Crimson's attention turns to the NCAA Individual Championships, set to take place in Waco, Texas, on Tuesday, November 19. With a talented roster and a strong showing in the fall, Harvard is primed to make a statement on the national stage and set the tone for an exciting spring campaign.