The LMU women's tennis team faced a challenging match against No. 9 Pepperdine, losing 7-0 in Malibu. The Waves secured the doubles point early, winning two out of three matches, and then dominated in singles play, highlighted by Duru Soke's 6-0, 6-0 victory at No. 4. Despite some close matches and strong efforts from LMU players, Pepperdine’s skill proved too much to overcome, with the Lions unable to secure a point. LMU showed resilience, pushing multiple matches to competitive finishes as they continue in West Coast Conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Pepperdine won the doubles point by winning two out of three matches.
  • Duru Soke recorded the quickest match win for Pepperdine, 6-0, 6-0 at No. 4 singles.
  • LMU pushed two singles matches to close finishes, with Schnack losing 10-8 in a tiebreak.
State of Play
  • LMU is in the midst of West Coast Conference play, facing top-ranked opponents.
  • Despite the loss, LMU players demonstrated competitive spirit across various positions on the court.
What's Next

LMU's next matches will be crucial as they seek to rebound against other conference rivals. The team's focus will likely center on building on the competitive play demonstrated during the Pepperdine match to secure future victories.

Bottom Line

The LMU women's tennis team, though defeated, showed promise and determination against a top-tier opponent. Moving forward, leveraging their resilience and learning from close match experiences will be key to improving their performance in the West Coast Conference.