Jacksonville State's women's tennis team is gearing up for a weekend challenge against Conference USA rivals to close out the regular season, playing New Mexico State on Friday and Sam Houston State on Sunday. The team, with a 9-7 record, has secured four consecutive wins, all on the road, with victories over Louisiana Tech, UL Monroe, New Orleans, and Gardner-Webb in recent matches. Standout performers include Serafima Shastova and Irene Artigas leading in singles, and Artigas excelling in doubles.

By the Numbers
  • Jacksonville State's women's tennis team holds a 9-7 record.
  • Sophomores Serafima Shastova and Irene Artigas lead the team in singles with 10-3 records.
  • Senior Dariana Prato follows closely with a 9-5 record in singles.
  • Artigas leads in doubles play with a 9-5 record.
State of Play
  • New Mexico State has a struggling season with a 4-10 overall record, but showed a recent win against Middle Tennessee.
  • Sam Houston State has a 7-9 record, but is currently on a two-game losing streak.
What's Next

After the weekend series, Jacksonville State will prepare for the Conference USA tournament in Miami from April 18 to April 21.

Bottom Line

Jacksonville State women's tennis team is on a roll with impressive away victories as they head into crucial matches against conference rivals before gearing up for the upcoming tournament. The team's key players are delivering standout performances, promising an exciting end to the regular season.