The No. 22 California women's tennis team is set to begin its NCAA Championship journey against No. 38 Utah in the USC Regional, starting on Friday in Los Angeles. The Bears hold a 12-7 season record, facing off against a 15-9 Utah team. Cal will aim to advance to the second round, where they could meet USC, who faces Sacramento State earlier in the day. The Bears have enjoyed past success in the NCAA tournament, including advancing to the super regionals in the last two years.

By the Numbers
  • Cal has an 80-43 overall record in NCAA Championships.
  • The Bears hold a 13-1 all-time series record against Utah.
State of Play
  • Cal's current ranking is No. 22 in the ITA poll and No. 27 in the UTR poll.
  • Berta Passola Folch and Johanne Svendsen were named to All-ACC Singles teams.
What's Next

Should they win against Utah, the Bears will face the winner of the USC vs. Sacramento State match in the second round on Saturday, with a possible advancement to the NCAA Super Regional round next week.

Bottom Line

The California women's tennis team is poised to build on its recent tournament success, leveraging past experiences and key player performances as they embark on their NCAA journey. A strong showing in this opening match is critical for momentum.