No. 3 Texas Men's Tennis is set to face No. 14 Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament Super Regional on May 10 at the Texas Tennis Center in Austin. With a record of 27-4, Texas aims to continue their strong performance, having previously secured a victory over Tennessee in earlier matchups this season. Texas, a three-time consecutive top-three NCAA seed, is looking for its second national title after finishing as runners-up last year. The Longhorns lead the series against Tennessee with a 10-8 record, and recent matches between the teams have highlighted their competitive edge.

By the Numbers
  • Texas is 27-4 this season, including wins against five top-25 ranked teams.
  • The Longhorns have reached the NCAA Championships 33 consecutive times, compiling an 80-40 (.667) all-time tournament record.
State of Play
  • Texas recently avenged their only conference loss to Tennessee with a 4-2 victory in the SEC Championship semifinals.
  • The Longhorns' last encounter in the NCAA Quarterfinals resulted in a 4-2 win for Texas.
What's Next

Following their Super Regional match, the Longhorns may advance to the NCAA Championship if they win, significantly enhancing their bid for the national title. Continued strong performance from top players like Timo Legout and Pierre-Yves Bailly will be crucial moving forward.

Bottom Line

Texas is positioned for success in the NCAA Tournament, backed by a solid season and a strong head-to-head record against Tennessee. Their ability to secure early leads in matches, along with the momentum from recent victories, makes them a formidable contender in this matchup.