Women’s Tennis | 9/16/2025 8:59:00 AM
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GREENSBORO – In a promising display of resilience, the women’s tennis team at A&T marked a significant achievement during the UNC Greensboro Fall Tournament held at the UNCG Tennis Courts, showcasing their competitive spirit despite challenges in roster stability and previous injuries.
Season Resilience and Performance
Over the past seasons, the Aggies have faced difficulties, including roster changes and player injuries. Notably, during the 2025 season, the team ended with a record of 9-10 and made strides by participating in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) tournament in 2023. This was a pivotal moment for the program, resulting in its first postseason victory since 2005.
Historic Victories
During the recent tournament, the Aggies achieved milestone victories by defeating the Davidson Wildcats and the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, marking the first wins against both programs. The scores were 4-2 against Davidson and a narrow 4-3 victory over UNCW.
Highlighting Player Comebacks
A standout performer for A&T was Tabeth Tadoum, whose return from an ACL injury is seen as a significant boost for the team. Tadoum expressed her joy in rejoining the competition, stating, “I already felt like I’ve won just by being back and competing. That wasn’t an easy feat, but I managed to fight for every point and keep the Aggie Pride spirit going.”
Key Contributions
In addition to Tadoum’s efforts, the Aggies received crucial wins from teammates Randy Rakotoarilala, Juana Gomez Weiss, and Valeriia Fomenko. Tadoum not only excelled in her singles matches but also partnered with Flavia Villegas to secure a 6-3 win in doubles against Davidson.
Coaching Perspective
A&T women’s head tennis coach Dejon Bivens commented on the team’s journey, noting, “They’ve sacrificed fun and comfort, pushed themselves beyond limits, and fully deserve this breakthrough.” He emphasized how significant it was to defeat a conference rival for the first time and remarked on the team’s ongoing development despite the challenges they have faced: “It’s been tough with injuries and roster rebuilds. But this group is returning, and I said last year that we were training to be for this moment. They stayed, and here they are, getting better and better.”
Future Outlook
As the Aggies continue their season, the return of key players like Tadoum will undoubtedly strengthen their lineup, raising expectations for future competitions. The achievements at the UNC Greensboro Fall Tournament mark a promising chapter for A&T women’s tennis and reflect both the team’s hard work and their potential for continued success.
