HOOVER, Ala. – On Sunday, Alabama State University’s women’s tennis team faced a tough opponent in UAB, resulting in a 7-0 loss at the Hoover Met Tennis Center. UAB dominated by sweeping all matches, including both doubles and singles.
UAB won the doubles point by taking all three matches, establishing early control of the match. In singles, they continued their strong performance, winning five matches in straight sets and clinching a thrilling three-set victory at the No. 6 position.
Alabama State showed resilience, especially at No. 6 singles, where Jovana Petrovic rallied after dropping the first set, forcing a deciding super tiebreak.
This match leaves Alabama State with a record of 1-2, while UAB improves to 2-3.
Doubles Results:
- Kristyna Damaskova / Klara Kajabova (UAB) def. Diana Craciun / Melisa Mekic (ASU), 6-2
- Gresi Bajri / Nera Tesankic (UAB) def. Kesmat El Tawil / Senna Van Den Heuvel (ASU), 6-1
- Julia Caffarena / Antonia Ende (UAB) def. Alexia Campagna / Jovana Petrovic (ASU), 6-2
Singles Results:
- Kristyna Damaskova (UAB) def. Melisa Mekic (ASU), 6-0, 6-0
- Klara Kajabova (UAB) def. Alexia Campagna (ASU), 6-2, 6-3
- Nera Tesankic (UAB) def. Senna Van Den Heuvel (ASU), 6-2, 6-2
- Gresi Bajri (UAB) def. Rim Assanhaji (ASU), 6-3, 6-1
- Julia Caffarena (UAB) def. Cleanne Pickel (ASU), 6-2, 6-4
- Antonia Ende (UAB) def. Jovana Petrovic (ASU), 6-0, 4-6, 1-0 (10-8)
Looking closer at women’s tennis, recent statistics show that competitive college matches are on the rise, with student-athletes showcasing exceptional skill levels. According to a survey from the NCAA, tennis participation continues to grow, encouraging more young women to take up the sport.
In this era of increased athleticism, expert and former pro athlete opinions emphasize the importance of mental resilience and teamwork, highlighting that these aspects often define the outcomes in tight matches. Social media feedback from fans points to increasing excitement around matches, with many sharing highlights and supporting their favorite players online.
Even though this match marked a loss for Alabama State, their fight and determination resonate with the current trends in college athletics, where every match is seen as an opportunity to grow and improve.
For more insights about college athletics, check the NCAA’s official website here.
