The South Carolina State men's tennis team dominated the MEAC semifinals, defeating Howard 4-0 to advance to the championship match. Key wins in doubles from Mikalai Bankou and Novak Novakovic, along with Zamora Bastian and Gabriel Johnson contributed to their success. In singles, the Bulldogs added victories at the No. 1, No. 2, and No. 6 positions. They will compete against Norfolk State in the finals, aiming for their sixth consecutive title. The championship will be held at 12 p.m. and streamed live on ESPN+

By the Numbers
  • SC State achieved a 4-0 victory over Howard in the semifinals.
  • The Bulldogs will vie for their sixth consecutive MEAC title against No. 3 seed Norfolk State.
State of Play
  • South Carolina State's doubles teams performed strongly, winning both No. 1 and No. 3 in straight sets.
  • Norfolk State upset No. 2 NCCU with a 4-1 win to reach the final.
What's Next

The championship match will determine if South Carolina State can maintain its championship streak. With Norfolk State’s recent upset, the competition might be closely contested.

Bottom Line

As the Bulldogs prepare for the finals, their history of success in the MEAC positions them as favorites, but Norfolk State's recent performance could challenge that narrative. Fans should tune in to witness what promises to be an exciting championship showdown.