The Drexel women’s squash team faced a tough match against No. 5 Trinity in Philadelphia, ending with an 8-1 defeat.
Moa Bonnemark lost her match quickly, while Emma Bartley fought hard but fell as well. Emi Falconi, however, secured the only win for Drexel, dominating her opponent.
Other matches saw mixed results. Luciana Castillo and Claudia Adam both lost without winning a game. Nori Juhasz and Ariyan Irani each took a game but couldn’t clinch their matches. Awande Malinga put up a strong fight, winning two games but ultimately lost after a five-game showdown.
Here’s a quick summary of the matches:
- Thanusaa Uthrian def. Moa Bonnemark – 11-8, 11-1, 11-5
- Kara Lincou def. Emma Bartley – 13-11, 11-5, 11-4
- Emi Falconi def. Varvara Esina – 11-3, 11-8, 11-4
- Malak Aly def. Luciana Castillo – 11-6, 11-5, 11-9
- Fabiola Cabello def. Nori Juhasz – 11-7, 8-11, 11-8, 11-6
- Varvara Kliueva def. Awande Malinga – 11-9, 7-11, 11-5, 7-11, 2-2 RE
- Elisenda Ruiz-Kaiser def. Claudia Adam – 11-1, 11-3, 11-6
- Kitsy Fox def. Ariyan Irani – 11-9, 11-6, 10-12, 14-12
- Zaynab Khan def. Eveli Malk – 10-12, 11-5, 11-4, 9-11, 11-4
- Milena Velychko def. Raya Singh – 13-11, 11-4, 11-6
Despite the loss, the team showed determination. They’ll be back in action on March 5 for the CSA Women’s Team National Championships.
Squash is evolving, with more young players entering the game. The Women’s Squash Association reports an increase in participation, especially among college teams. This growth reflects the rising interest in women’s sports and emphasizes the importance of support and visibility for female athletes.
Stay tuned as the Dragons gear up for their next match! Their journey is just beginning, and with every game, they’re gaining valuable experience.
