The Eastern Kentucky University men’s tennis squad is set to embark on their Atlantic Sun Conference journey, welcoming North Florida this Sunday at the Greg Adams Tennis Center. The anticipated clash, scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, offers free entry to all fans attending EKU tennis matches throughout the 2024-25 academic year. Spectators unable to attend can still follow along with real-time statistics updates available online. Entering this phase, the Colonels have shown resilience, securing victories in three of their last five encounters and maintaining an impressive home record of 6-1.

Among the standout performers, junior Nuno Pinheiro has been a force to reckon with, boasting an undefeated singles record of 11-1 overall. Specializing in top-tier court play, he enters the conference series on a high note after winning his past five matches consecutively. Another key player, Fernando Bulnes, has demonstrated consistent performance from the lead position, holding a respectable 5-4 record. Additionally, senior Ryan Kitchin contributes significantly with a commendable 7-3 singles record this season, highlighting the team's depth and talent.

This Sunday's match marks the beginning of an eight-match conference schedule spanning from March 16 to April 6. EKU will host three home games against formidable opponents such as North Florida, North Alabama, and Lipscomb. Furthermore, they are prepared to face challenging road matchups against Stetson, Queens, FGCU, Austin Peay, and Bellarmine. As the Colonels gear up for these crucial battles, their commitment and determination underscore the spirit of collegiate sportsmanship and competitive excellence, inspiring future generations to strive for greatness both on and off the court.