Main Story: Slippery Rock doubles partners Nicole Kempton and Nadia Rodewald earned an at-large berth in the inaugural ITA Division II Individual Championships after a strong fall season. The first-year pairing won eight of 11 matches and reached the ITA Atlantic Region semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • 8 wins in 11 matches this fall
  • 32 doubles teams in the championship field
  • Nov. 4-8: Championship dates in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Yes, But

The duo’s regional run ended in a tight 8-7 (11-9) semifinal loss to eventual champions Asel Calbay and Chia-Ying Lu. Kempton and Rodewald are a new pairing, but both bring strong doubles résumés from previous seasons.

What’s Next

The pair will compete at the Tuscaloosa Tennis Center, with each selected entry guaranteed at least three matches. Official draws and start times are expected in the coming days.

Bottom Line

Kempton and Rodewald have turned early chemistry into a national-championship opportunity—and their track records suggest they can make the most of it.