The St. John's men's tennis team will face Columbia in the opening round of the NCAA Men's Tennis Championship on Friday at Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville, Va. This marks the team's seventh appearance in the NCAA Tournament, following a strong season where they captured the BIG EAST Championship and posted a 19-6 overall record. St. John's previously competed in Charlottesville in 2015, 2019, and 2025, showing resilience and a history of performance in this region. The matchup against Columbia, which has a 16-7 record, will be the first meeting in NCAA Tournament history between the two teams.

By the Numbers
  • St. John's posted a 19-6 overall record this season, winning 6 of their final 7 matches.
  • Radomir Tomic led the team with a 16-4 singles record, including 13-3 on the top court.
Yes, But

Despite their impressive season, St. John's has struggled historically against Columbia, holding a 2-8 record in all-time meetings, which could pose challenges in the upcoming match.

State of Play
  • St. John's is riding a 5-0 streak in the BIG EAST and has not lost a conference regular-season match since 2013.
  • Columbia has a strong 6-1 conference record and will also be entering the tournament with momentum.
What's Next

If St. John's defeats Columbia, they will then compete for a spot in the Super Regionals on Sunday, increasing their chances to advance in the tournament.

Bottom Line

St. John's men's tennis team enters a critical moment of their season, showcasing skill and resilience, but must overcome historical challenges against Columbia to continue their NCAA Tournament journey.