Kennesaw State men's tennis wrapped up their season with a 4-2 defeat against No. 5 seed Delaware in the Conference USA first round. The Owls, seeded fourth, faced early setbacks in doubles matches before Nathan Walters and Leon Peranovic secured singles victories. Despite the loss, associate head coach Simon Pritchard expressed pride in the team's achievements and optimism for the next season with the core team returning.

By the Numbers
  • Nathan Walters completed his season with a record of 16-3, winning his last eight of nine matches.
  • Leon Peranovic finished his first season with a singles record of 12-6.
State of Play
  • KSU faced early doubles defeats on courts two and three, losing 6-1 and 6-4, respectively.
  • The Owls were able to claim two points in singles play but lost the final three matches needed for victory.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Kennesaw State aims to build on this year's progress, with several key players returning for the next season. The team's focus will shift towards strengthening their game during the offseason.

Bottom Line

Despite an early exit from the tournament, the Kennesaw State Owls showcased impressive potential this season, with strong performances from their freshmen. As the team looks towards the future, there is a sense of hope for the next season's success.