SMU Men's Tennis athletes Trevor Svajda and Jerry Barton received prestigious ITA Regional Awards, with Svajda named Player to Watch and Barton honored with the Rafael Osuna Sportsmanship Award. Svajda's recognition comes after a remarkable season where he achieved NCAA Singles Championship round of 16 and a No. 4 ranking in ITA singles. Additionally, Barton’s leadership helped propel SMU to its first NCAA Championship win since 2016 while exemplifying sportsmanship and academic excellence.

By the Numbers
  • Trevor Svajda had a singles record of 21-3 in dual matches, including nine wins against ranked opponents.
  • Jerry Barton secured recognition as an ITA All-Academic Team member for the 2022-23 and 2024-25 seasons.
State of Play
  • SMU finished the season ranked No. 29 in the final ITA team rankings, their highest since 2022.
  • Svajda will compete in the American Collegiate Player Wild Card Playoff for a chance to earn a US Open main draw wild card.
What's Next

Svajda's upcoming participation in the Wild Card Playoff could significantly impact his professional career trajectory, potentially leading to a spot in the US Open.

Bottom Line

Svajda's and Barton's accolades underscore their contributions to SMU's resurgence in collegiate tennis, highlighting the potential for continued success in upcoming seasons.