In an impressive display of dominance, the Portland Pilots showcased their prowess by sweeping Portland State with a decisive 7-0 victory in a non-conference men’s tennis match held at the Louisiana-Pacific Tennis Center. This triumph not only boosted the Pilots' record to 6-4 but also marked a significant setback for the Vikings, whose season record now stands at 4-9. The doubles and singles matches were executed with remarkable precision, setting the stage for the Pilots' upcoming West Coast Conference schedule.

The doubles segment of the match was nothing short of extraordinary. The Pilots' second team duo, Nikola Keremedchiev and Cade Fernando, delivered a resounding 6-2 victory against Hubert Theriault and Hayden Elliott from Portland State. Following closely, Maxim Groysman and Stefan Skobelev clinched another pivotal win with a 6-3 scoreline against Andrin Zuellig and Simon Kuszynski. Tom Garcia and Lucas Kimelman sealed the doubles point with a convincing 6-2 triumph over Edoardo Cravanzola and Luca Prino.

Moving into the singles competition, the Pilots continued their unrelenting pace. Nikola Keremedchiev led the charge with a swift 6-1, 6-0 victory over Cravanzola. Stefan Skobelev followed suit with a 6-2, 7-6 win against Theriault, while Maxim Groysman provided the critical clincher with a 6-4, 6-3 success versus Prino. The final trio of singles matches mirrored this pattern, as Tom Garcia and Lucas Kimelman each achieved commanding victories. Notably, Cade Fernando staged a remarkable comeback from a first-set deficit to secure a 7-6, 6-3 win against Kuszynski, rounding off the scoring.

As the Pilots prepare to transition into their West Coast Conference schedule, they are set to face Gonzaga on Sunday, March 23, at 10 a.m. This encounter promises to be a formidable challenge, testing the Pilots' mettle as they aim to maintain their upward trajectory.

The overwhelming performance by the Portland Pilots underscores their growing strength and strategic depth. With a series of commanding wins in both doubles and singles, the team has demonstrated its readiness to take on more challenging opponents in the conference. Fans eagerly anticipate the Pilots' next match, confident that their recent successes will propel them further in the competitive world of collegiate athletics.