Rutgers Women’s Tennis Team Triumphs Over Oregon in Nail-Biting Match
EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The No. 74 Rutgers women’s tennis team kicked off their conference play with an exhilarating 4-3 victory against the Oregon Ducks on Friday. This win improved their season record to 7-2 and 1-0 in the Big Ten.
Head coach Hilary Ritchie celebrated the team’s performance, highlighting their dedicated practice leading up to the match, which translated into their on-court confidence. The Scarlet Knights initially took the doubles point, with an impressive 6-1 win from the duo of Karina Jumazhanova and Jackie Lopez, and a 6-3 victory by Mai Nguyen and Naomi Karki, securing the early advantage.
However, Oregon responded strongly in the singles matches, swiftly putting Rutgers in a precarious 3-1 position. The Scarlet Knights rallied back, with Nguyen clawing back a crucial victory in a tightly contested match, finishing 7-5, 7-5. Jackie Lopez followed with a thrilling 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 win, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
All eyes were on Jumazhanova, who delivered the match-clinching victory with a hard-fought score of 6-2, 5-7, 6-4. Reflecting on her resilience, she stated, "The match isn’t over until we shake hands," emphasizing the importance of fighting through to the last point.
Looking ahead, the Scarlet Knights will continue their Big Ten journey, taking on the Purdue Boilermakers on March 14 and the Indiana Hoosiers on March 16. For fans wanting to follow the team’s progress, updates are available on their social media platforms.
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