Fiorella Mendez Leads Dramatic Singles Match as Fort Hays State Falls to Nebraska-Kearney
Fort Hays State Tennis hosted their final home match, facing No. 29 Nebraska-Kearney and suffering a 7-0 defeat despite a valiant effort. UNK boasts two nationally ranked and five regionally ranked players, improving to 14-4 overall. Fort Hays State, now 6-11, honored Senior Day for Fiorella Mendez, the sole graduating senior with over 50 wins in singles and doubles over four years.
By the Numbers- Nebraska-Kearney ranked 29th nationally and moved to 14-4 overall.
- Fort Hays State now stands at 6-11 overall and 0-6 in the MIAA.
The Tigers fought hard, but Nebraska-Kearney's strong lineup posed a challenging obstacle.
State of Play- Fort Hays State celebrated Senior Day for Fiorella Mendez, recognizing her contributions over four years.
- Nebraska-Kearney dominated with regionally and nationally ranked players, clinching a comprehensive victory.
- Fort Hays State's upcoming matches will be on the road, including non-conference games in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
Fort Hays State Tennis will be playing their final four matches of the season on the road, with upcoming non-conference games against Ouachita Baptist and Henderson State.
Bottom LineDespite a challenging defeat, Fort Hays State Tennis is gearing up for their final matches of the season, aiming to finish strong on the road.
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