BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford women’s tennis team showcased their strength by securing a commanding 4-0 victory over Alabama State on Friday afternoon at the Samford Tennis Center.
With this triumph, the Bulldogs improved their season record to 4-1, while Alabama State’s record slipped to 1-4.
In the doubles matches, Samford clinched the initial point by winning on both the No. 1 and No. 2 courts. The No. 1 duo of Sara Erenda and Margaret Jaraczewski easily defeated Cleanne Pickel and Ena Arnautovic with a score of 6-0. Similarly, at No. 2 doubles, Emily Surcey and Grace Keller achieved a 6-0 victory over Melisa Mekic and Diana Craciun.
In singles play, Samford continued their dominance by winning all matches on courts No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3. Emily Surcey triumphed over Diana Craciun with a scoreline of 6-0, 6-2 in No. 1 singles, while No. 2 singles saw Margaret Jaraczewski defeat Melisa Mekic after a challenging match that ended 6-3, 4-6, 6-0. Eleni Liakonis also contributed to the win by defeating Carmelle Vial 6-1, 6-2 at No. 3 singles.
Looking ahead, Samford’s next match is scheduled for Friday, February 7, against Lipscomb, with the match beginning at 4 PM in Nashville, Tennessee.
Match Summary:
Samford 4, Alabama State 0
Singles Competition
1. Emily Surcey (SAMW) def. Diana Craciun (ALSTW) 6-0, 6-2
2. Margaret Jaraczewski (SAMW) def. Melisa Mekic (ALSTW) 6-3, 4-6, 6-0
3. Eleni Liakonis (SAMW) def. Carmelle Vial (ALSTW) 6-1, 6-2
4. Meredith Taylor (SAMW) vs. Cleanne Pickel (ALSTW) 5-2, unfinished
5. Grace Keller (SAMW) vs. Kesmat El Tawil (ALSTW) 1-6, unfinished
6. Bella Theodore (SAMW) vs. Ena Arnautovic (ALSTW) unfinished
Doubles Competition
1. Sara Erenda/Margaret Jaraczewski (SAMW) def. Cleanne Pickel/Ena Arnautovic (ALSTW) 6-0
2. Emily Surcey/Grace Keller (SAMW) def. Melisa Mekic/Diana Craciun (ALSTW) 6-0
3. Eleni Liakonis/Meredith Taylor (SAMW) vs. Kesmat El Tawil/Carmelle Vial (ALSTW) 3-3, unfinished
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