Emporia State men's and women's tennis teams suffered defeats against nationally ranked Northwest Missouri squads, with the women losing 5-2 and the men falling 4-3 at the Kossover Family Tennis Center.

By the Numbers
  • Men's match: #40 NWMSU 4, ESU 3
  • Women's match: #17 NWMSU 5, ESU 2
Yes, But

Emporia State teams showed resilience with individual match wins despite the overall losses.

State of Play
  • Emporia State men's team had a tough fight with Anton Sarunic and Sergio Vera Martin securing a key win at #1 doubles.
  • Emporia State women's team took an early lead but couldn't maintain it, ultimately falling to NWMSU.
What's Next

Both Emporia State teams will face McPherson College in non-conference action on Tuesday, April 9 at 1:00 p.m.

Bottom Line

Emporia State tennis teams faced strong competition from nationally ranked Northwest Missouri, showcasing individual successes amid team losses. The teams look to bounce back in the upcoming non-conference match against McPherson College.