The Macalester College women's tennis team recently faced off against St. Olaf College in their final home match of the season, resulting in a challenging 8-1 loss at Hayden Tennis Courts. This performance leaves the Scots with an overall record of 3-14 and a 1-8 standing in the conference, while St. Olaf advances to a strong 12-3 record, including 7-3 within the MIAC league. Notably, the Scots managed one victory through Elizabeth Trevathan’s determined effort in singles play.

In this encounter, St. Olaf demonstrated dominance by securing victories in all three doubles matches. A closely contested duel saw Olha Zubarieva and Jane Spading triumph over Savannah Haugen and Elizabeth Trevathan at No. 1 doubles, concluding with an 8-6 scoreline. Transitioning into singles action, Trevathan showcased resilience, earning the only point for the Scots by defeating Spading at No. 2 singles in straight sets of 6-2 and 6-4. Meanwhile, Haugen engaged in a thrilling battle against Zubarieva at No. 1 singles but narrowly fell short, losing 7-6 (7-4), 7-5.

Throughout the match, both teams exhibited high levels of skill and determination. The Scots’ players displayed commendable performances despite the unfavorable outcome. Their competitive spirit was evident in every rally and exchange on the court.

As the season progresses, the Macalester women’s tennis team is set to wrap up their campaign on April 27th with a crucial MIAC dual at Hamline University. Fans are encouraged to support the team as they aim to conclude the season on a positive note. Matches are scheduled to commence at 1:00 PM, promising another exciting display of talent and perseverance.