The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has revealed the women’s tennis bracket for the 2026 MEAC Tennis Championship, taking place from April 23-25 at Cary Tennis Park in Cary, North Carolina.
Morgan State and Norfolk State both finished the regular season as champions with a record of 5-1. However, Morgan State earned the top seed for the tournament due to their win in a head-to-head match against Norfolk State.
As the No. 1 seed, Morgan State receives a bye in the first round and will head straight to the semifinals on Friday, April 24, at 9 a.m. They will face the winner of the match between No. 4 North Carolina Central and No. 5 Delaware State.
On April 23, North Carolina Central and Delaware State will kick off the tournament at 8 a.m. Meanwhile, the No. 2 seed, Norfolk State, will also begin their campaign against No. 7 Coppin State at the same time. Later that morning, No. 3 seed Howard will go up against No. 6 seed South Carolina State at 11 a.m.
Winners from these initial matchups will advance to the semifinals on Friday, leading up to the championship match on Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+.
For detailed information about the bracket and updates, check out the MEAC Tennis Championship Central page here.
A Glimpse at Morgan State
Founded in 1867, Morgan State University is categorized as a high research institution, offering around 140 academic programs. As Maryland’s principal public urban research university, it attracts a diverse student body and aims to broaden access to higher education.
In recent years, the focus on women’s sports has been gaining momentum. According to the Women’s Sports Foundation, participation in women’s sports has increased by 60% in the last decade. Events like the MEAC Tennis Championship play a crucial role in promoting female athletes and giving them a platform to shine.
This year’s Championship highlights the growing support for women in sports and offers a chance to witness competitive tennis from talented players across the conference.
