The UIC women's tennis team started MVC play with a victory over Drake, winning 5-2 at the XS Tennis Village.

By the Numbers
  • UIC's women's tennis team has a season record of 5-9, with a conference record of 1-0 after the win over Drake.
  • Zara Ryan, a player from Dublin, Ireland, has won five of her last six singles matches.
  • Mayu Ushio leads UIC with seven singles victories in 2024.
Yes, But

The Flames faced a tough three-set match at the No. 1 singles spot, ultimately falling to Drake's Ines Stephani.

State of Play
  • UIC women's tennis team won the doubles point along with singles matches at the No. 3, 4, 5, and 6 spots against Drake.
  • The team is looking ahead to the next match against Bradley in MVC competition.
What's Next

The UIC women's tennis team will face Bradley next in MVC competition at the David Markin Tennis Courts in Peoria, Ill.

Bottom Line

The UIC women's tennis team showed strength in their MVC opener, securing a significant win over Drake and setting a positive tone for the conference season ahead.