The Longwood women's tennis team showcased their prowess at the Seahawk Ocean Classic, held at the UNCW Courts in Wilmington, North Carolina. The team's impressive performance across singles matches against Mount Olive highlighted their depth, resilience, and competitive spirit.

Longwood Women's Tennis Soars to New Heights at Seahawk Ocean Classic

Rizvanova Leads the Charge with Decisive Victory

Karina Rizvanova, a standout player for the Longwood Lancers, set the tone for the day with a commanding 7-5, 6-2 victory over Victoria Calle. Rizvanova's strategic play and unwavering focus allowed her to overcome her opponent and secure a crucial point for the team.Eijkelenburg Battles Back for Thrilling WinFollowing Rizvanova's lead, Feline an Eijkelenburg showcased her resilience and determination. After dropping the first set 4-6, Eijkelenburg rallied back, winning the second set 6-3 and then clinching the match with a 10-6 triumph in the decisive tiebreaker over Lara Stamereilers.

Gnilozubova Dominates with Straight-Set Victory

Elizaveta Gnilozubova continued the Lancers' momentum, delivering a dominant performance against Julie Jagiella. Gnilozubova's precision and strategic play were on full display as she cruised to a 6-0, 6-1 victory, further solidifying the team's lead.

Magia and Manohar Extend Longwood's Dominance

Alexandra Magia and Kashmira Manohar both contributed to the Lancers' success, with Magia dispatching Claudia Cerdan 6-1, 6-2, and Manohar securing a convincing 6-3, 6-0 win over Sandra Riecken.

Broderick Battles to Clinch Victory for Longwood

The final match of the day saw Alexis Broderick engage in a hard-fought three-set battle against Nina Bernier. After taking the first set 6-3, Broderick dropped the second set 3-6 before regaining her composure and emerging victorious in the tiebreaker, 10-6, to seal the overall triumph for the Longwood Lancers.The Longwood women's tennis team's impressive performance at the Seahawk Ocean Classic showcased their depth, resilience, and competitive spirit. With a 24-10 record (.706) over the weekend, the Lancers have solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in the collegiate tennis landscape.