The University of North Alabama women's tennis team capped off their 2024 fall season with a remarkable performance at the Chattanooga Invitational, securing an impressive 17 wins out of 22 matches against formidable opponents. The Lions' second consecutive trip to Tennessee proved to be a resounding success, as they showcased their prowess on the court and solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming 2025 season.

Unleashing the Lions' Prowess on the Court

Doubles Dominance: A Winning Combination

The Lions' doubles teams were the driving force behind their success at the Chattanooga Invitational. The senior-junior duo of Anoek Pruijmboom and Eeva Ristola set the tone early, securing a 7-5 victory over Polina Ramenskaja and Irene Artigas of Jacksonville State. Sophomores Emma Ansorge and Ada Karabacak followed suit, claiming a 6-2 win against Aneka Patel and Lea Erenda of the Gamecocks.The Lions' doubles prowess continued as they took on Chattanooga, splitting the two matches. Karabacak and Ristola emerged victorious in a 6-1 win over Savannah Presson and Emma Pedretti, while Bobrovnikova and Pruijmboom narrowly fell in a 7-5 outing against Alice Hall and Rozalie Dohnalova.The Lions' doubles dominance extended to their matches against Bellarmine, where the team of Bobrovnikova and Pruijmboom opened with a 6-3 win over Ekaterina Tikhonko and Yeva Kramarova. Delaney and Karabacak also secured a 6-2 victory over the Knights' Marika Caruk and Shu Grosso, and Ansorge and Ristola capped off the doubles play with a 6-2 triumph against Reese Parker and Lillie Parker.

Singles Supremacy: Showcasing Individual Brilliance

The Lions' singles players also shone brightly at the Chattanooga Invitational. Junior Stanislava Bobrovnikova set the tone, defeating Irene Artigas of Jacksonville State in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3. Karabacak followed suit, securing a 7-6(3), 6-4 victory over Anna Syrova, while Ristola claimed a 6-4, 6-3 triumph over Polina Ramenskaja.The Lions' singles dominance continued as they faced off against Chattanooga. Bobrovnikova kicked things off with a thrilling 7-5, 3-6, 1-0 victory over Rozalie Dohnalova, while Karabacak and Ansorge secured convincing wins over Savannah Presson (6-4, 6-3) and Emma Pedretti (6-1, 6-1), respectively. Delaney capped off the singles outing with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Margeret Manolache.

Closing Strong: Maintaining Momentum

The Lions' impressive performance at the Chattanooga Invitational was not limited to their doubles and singles play. They continued their winning ways in the final round of doubles against Jacksonville State, with Bobrovnikova and Pruijmboom securing a 6-1 victory over Ramenskaja and Artigas. Karabacak and Delaney also claimed a 6-0 win over Patel and Erenda, and the duo of Lena Karlovcan and Peyton Parrish added the final win against Syrova and Thomason.The Lions' 17-win outing at the Chattanooga Invitational capped off a remarkable 2024 fall season, where they amassed a total of 70 wins. This impressive performance has set the stage for the 2025 season, where the Lions will be seeking their first ASUN Tournament appearance under the leadership of Director of Tennis Olaya Garrido-Rivas.