The New Orleans Privateers women's tennis team secured a dominant 6-1 victory over a shorthanded Northwestern State squad at the Privateer Tennis Center. The match began with Northwestern State having to forfeit a doubles match due to playing with only five players, giving the Privateers an early advantage. Laurie Barendse and Ksenia Reznitskaya clinched the doubles point with a 6-3 win at flight two. In singles, the Privateers extended their lead with notable wins at various flights, including Anastassia Kouchnareva's decisive victory at flight two and Barendse's impressive performance at flight one.

By the Numbers
  • NW State played with only 5 players, leading to a forfeited doubles match.
  • The Privateers secured a 6-1 victory, dominating the match.
State of Play
  • The Privateers will face Southeastern next in their conference slate, with Senior Day recognition for Dechoux and Kougoucheff.
  • Privateers student-athletes boast a legacy of representing New Orleans with resiliency and a desire to win.
Bottom Line

The New Orleans Privateers women's tennis team exhibited a strong performance, capitalizing on Northwestern State's shorthanded roster to secure a resounding 6-1 victory. With upcoming matches on the horizon, including a conference showdown against Southeastern, the Privateers are poised to continue their successful run on the court, embodying the spirit of New Orleans through their competitive drive and determination to win.