The Georgia Southern men's tennis team secured a spot in the 2026 Sun Belt Conference Tournament semifinals by defeating James Madison 4-2. This victory advances the Eagles (11-8) to face No. 2 seed Troy, who won against Southern Miss. James Madison ends its season with a 13-8 record. The match mirrored their regular-season clash, with the Dukes initially capturing the doubles point before the Eagles rallied in singles play. Key victories from Willy Mirarchi, Albert Saar, and Gregoire Delattre led the Eagles to their third consecutive semifinal appearance.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia Southern won 4-2 against James Madison.
  • This marks the Eagles' third straight Sun Belt Tournament semifinal appearance.
State of Play
  • Georgia Southern will face No. 2 seed Troy in the semifinals at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
  • James Madison's season concludes with 13 wins and 8 losses.
What's Next

The Eagles will need to maintain their momentum and competitive spirit as they prepare for the matchup against Troy in the semifinals. A win would secure their chance at the championship.

Bottom Line

Georgia Southern demonstrated resilience and strategic focus in their victory, navigating a challenging match to advance in the tournament. Their ability to adapt and perform under pressure will be crucial as they face tougher opponents ahead.