Colgate Men’s Tennis Faces Bucknell in 2024 Playoff Opener with Key Players Ready
Colgate men's tennis team prepares to face No. 3 Bucknell in the 2024 playoffs after finishing the regular season strongly, led by coach Bobby Pennington and standout player Mike Thomas.
By the Numbers- The team defeated Loyola and Stonehill in the final two regular season matches by a combined score of 10-2.
- Senior Mike Thomas holds a perfect 2-0 record in the fifth singles slot since returning from injury.
- First-year Jerome Falcon boasts a 9-6 record in singles play, alongside Thomas, the only other Raider with a winning record.
The team has had mixed results against Bucknell in the past, with victories and losses in playoff matchups and regular season encounters.
State of Play- Colgate faces Bucknell in the upcoming playoffs as the sixth seed, aiming to upset the third-seeded opponent.
- Key players like Mike Thomas and Jerome Falcon are in good form, providing strength in the singles lineup.
- The team has a historical playoff record of 13-29 in the Patriot League, aiming for success in the current postseason.
The men's tennis team is poised to bring their momentum and confidence from the regular season into the playoff match against Bucknell, with a focus on setting the tone in doubles play.
Bottom LineColgate men's tennis team enters the playoffs with determination to continue their strong performance, led by key players like Mike Thomas and Jerome Falcon, as they aim to upset Bucknell and advance in the tournament.
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