McNeese women's tennis has received an invitation to compete in the UTR Sports NIT Championship, scheduled for May 5-8 in Rome, Georgia. As the 2026 Southland Conference regular season champions, the Cowgirls will be aiming for the NIT Championship after finishing their regular season with a program-best record of 22-2. They’ll face No. 3 seed Arkansas State in the quarterfinals, marking their second postseason appearance since 2018. This exclusive tournament features eight of the nation's top college tennis teams, offering significant postseason experience.

By the Numbers
  • McNeese enters the tournament with a historical record of 22 wins, finishing the season 22-2.
  • Arkansas State possesses a record of 13-9 heading into the matchup.
State of Play
  • The Cowgirls are the No. 6 seed and will face Arkansas State, the No. 3 seed, on May 5 at 1:30 PM CT.
  • McNeese's prior postseason appearance was in 2018's NCAA Championships.
What's Next

If victorious against Arkansas State, McNeese will proceed to the semifinals on May 6, competing against the winner of the match between the No. 2 and No. 7 seeds.

Bottom Line

The Cowgirls have an opportunity to build on their successful season and seek valuable experience in a competitive national setting, highlighting the growth and potential of the program.