Volonski Named American Men’s Tennis Player of the Month

IRVING, Texas — Tulsa senior Nikita Volonski was named the American Conference Men's Tennis Player of the Month for September, the conference announced Wednesday. Volonski posted a 4-2 singles record during the month, with all four of his victories coming against preseason-ranked opponents. Competing as an unranked player, the Sydney, Australia, native picked up four wins over ranked opponents across a four-day stretch at the ITA All-American Championships in Tulsa. Volonski opened the tournament with a three-set victory over No. 67 Zoran Ludoski of Arizona, 7-6(3), 1-6, 6-3, on Sept. 21. He followed with a straight-set win over No. 110...