Florida Atlantic Men’s Tennis Faces East Tennessee After Break: Key Players Near Double-Digit Wins
Florida Atlantic men's tennis team returns to action after a 10-day break, hosting East Tennessee on Mar. 14 at the Kimberly V. Strauss Tennis Center with a record of 11-4 and a national ranking of 46.
The Big PictureThe team has a series of matches coming up, including a run of five consecutive home games before heading to USF and VCU, leading up to the American Athletic Conference Championship in April.
By the Numbers- John Bernard and Juan Martin Jalif have 9-1 records in singles play.
- Jalif is ranked No. 71 in doubles with partner Alberto Colas.
- Five starters have a winning record, with Mark Havlicek and Jiri Jenick at 7-6 and 7-5 records, respectively.
- FAU's doubles team holds a 20-16 dual match record.
- The upcoming match against East Tennessee is the first of seven closing out the 2024 campaign, with FAU looking to maintain their momentum.
- The team has a good track record against East Tennessee, with the all-time series tied at 2-2.
FAU will face Liberty on Mar. 27 before heading into a series of crucial matches leading up to the American Athletic Conference Championship in April.
Bottom LineFlorida Atlantic men's tennis team resumes play after a break, looking to build on their strong start with key players in top form. The upcoming matches will be crucial as they aim to secure their position in the conference championship.
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