Uncover the Thrills of Richmond Men's Tennis in 2025

January

The month of January kicks off with a challenging road trip as the Spiders make their way to Blacksburg to take on Virginia Tech on the 17th. This is followed by a match at Liberty on the 18th, where they will test their skills against a different opponent. Then, on the 25th and 26th, they head to Army for a weekend series that promises intense competition against the Black Knights, Marist, and Hofstra. Each of these matches will be a crucial test for the team as they begin their spring campaign.

These early-season matches will not only help the team build momentum but also give them valuable experience against different opponents. The players will need to bring their A-game to every match and work together as a team to achieve success. The road trips also provide an opportunity for the players to bond and grow together as a unit.

February

In February, the Spiders start their home matches with a contest against Hampton on the 8th. This will be a great opportunity for the home crowd to support the team and see them in action. After that, on the 9th, they head across town to face conference rival VCU in their first A-10 clash. This is a highly anticipated match as both teams will be looking to gain an early advantage in the conference standings.

The following weekend, the Spiders compete in a doubleheader at Navy, taking on Georgetown on the 22nd and Navy on the 23rd. These matches will be a test of their endurance and ability to perform under pressure. The team will need to be focused and ready to give their all in each match to come out on top.

March

March is a busy month for the Spiders as they have a mix of home and away matches. They start the month with a trip to James Madison on the 1st, where they will face a tough opponent. After that, on the 2nd, they host Mount Saint Mary's and will look to continue their winning streak at home. On the 8th, they take on Bucknell and will need to be at their best to secure the win.

A spring break trip to The Citadel on the 11th rounds out their non-conference road games for the month. This will be a great opportunity for the team to test themselves against a different opponent and gain some valuable experience. After the break, they return to A-10 play on the 22nd as they host Dayton. This is another important match as they look to build on their previous performances and move up in the conference standings.

April

In April, the Spiders host Longwood on the 9th and will look to continue their dominance at home. After that, on the 11th, they head to Fordham for an A-10 weekend that includes a neutral-site contest against George Mason on the 12th. This is a crucial match as it will determine their position in the conference standings. The team will need to be focused and play their best tennis to come out on top.

The following week, they travel to William & Mary on the 15th for their final non-conference match. This will be a great opportunity for the team to end the regular season on a high note. They conclude the season with home games against Saint Joseph's on the 18th and Davidson on the 19th. These matches will be a great way to end the season on a positive note and give the fans a chance to see the team in action one last time.

Head Coach Houston Barrick has brought back a core of young talent in Cole Brashear, Dylan Atkinson, Mark Taranov, Paxton Pritchard, Davis Wiley, and Grant Cohen. In addition to these players, he has added freshmen Otto Sewell and Sam Rathmanner, as well as graduate transfer Zach Portnoy to the roster. This talented group of players is ready to take on the challenges of the 2025 spring season and make a name for themselves.

In the fall season, the doubles duo of Wiley/Brashear went 11-4 in doubles action, capturing the Conference Masters Qualifying title and advancing to the semifinal match of the Conference Masters. This is a great achievement for the duo and shows their potential as a team. They also posted a huge doubles win over Samofalov/Almasi (VCU), 6-4, on October 4. This win will give them confidence as they prepare for the spring season.

The 2025 Richmond Men's Tennis Schedule is full of exciting matches and opportunities for the team. With a talented roster and a strong coaching staff, the Spiders are ready to take on the challenges of the season and make a name for themselves in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Fans can look forward to an exciting spring of tennis as the team takes on some of the best teams in the region.