In a thrilling encounter at the UTSA National Campus in Lake Nona, Florida, the No. 23 Denison women's tennis team emerged victorious against George Fox Bruins with a decisive 6-1 scoreline. This match followed an impressive doubleheader sweep by Denison on Tuesday, where they defeated IU-Kokomo and UW-Eau Claire. It was also George Fox's first appearance in Florida this season. With this win, Denison improved their record to 6-3 while handing George Fox their second loss of the season, leaving them at 8-2. The Big Red will conclude their Spring Break journey tomorrow morning as they face Pacific University.
The doubles segment showcased Denison's prowess as Peyton Oda and Maia Nowicki led the charge, securing a commanding victory over Sophie Denham and Shanah Denham from George Fox with a 6-1 triumph. Caroline Lopez and Dasha Chistyakova contributed significantly by defeating Kalli Wiker and Ari Rader with a solid 6-2 performance. Wrapping up the doubles matches, Caroline Kittle and Caitlin VanWinkle delivered a flawless display, blanking Riley Bobkiewicz and Cassey Hitch 6-0.
Moving into singles action, Denison maintained their momentum, winning five out of six matches. Elizabeth Hoo and Anna Leach demonstrated exceptional skill, dispatching their opponents Abigail Bond and Ari Rader in straight sets respectively. Peyton Oda showcased her tenacity, overcoming Kalli Wiker after a closely contested second set tiebreaker. Charlotte Johns added another point for Denison with a resounding victory over Riley Bobkiewicz. Caroline Kittle completed the rout with a confident win over Sophie Denham. However, Dasha Chistyakova faced stiff resistance, splitting the first two sets before succumbing in the final set, providing George Fox with their sole point.
As the sun sets on another successful outing for the Big Red, they prepare to take on Pacific University in what promises to be an exciting finale to their Spring Break series. Their consistent performances have not only bolstered their confidence but also solidified their standing among the elite teams in collegiate tennis. With each match, the players continue to refine their strategies and elevate their game, ensuring that their competitive spirit remains undiminished.