BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – The Kennesaw State men's tennis team got back in the win column today after a 5-2 win at Gardner-Webb. KSU (2-2) extends its all-time series lead to 3-1 over the Runnin' Bulldogs.
 
"We did a good job of closing out the doubles point today, and we are always tough to beat from up 1-0", said Director of Tennis Matt Emery. "Hugo and Matt getting off the court quick in straight sets really put them in a hole. We are excited to compete again against Mercer on Monday."
 
The Owls picked up the doubles point to take a one score lead heading into singles play. Harvey Conway/Raul Garcia secured the court one win 6-4, while Seru Tezuka/Kevin Patel clinched the doubles point from court three earning a 6-4 victory. Matthew Terry/Daniel Botti fell 4-6 in a closely contested match.
 
KSU notched four of the six singles points to capture its second consecutive win over Gardner-Webb. The Owls got on the board early with wins from Terry (6-0, 6-2), and Hugo Salmeron (7-5, 6-2). Garcia fell behind with a set one loss, but came back to win the match 3-6, 6-3, 6-4. Conway's match also went the distance, but the junior pulled out a 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (6) victory.
 
With the win, KSU is off to its best four-match start since 2016. The Owls are back in action next Monday, Feb. 14 as they face off with in-state foe Mercer. Start time will be 3:00 p.m. at the Leroy Peddy Tennis Center in Macon, Ga.
 
 
Kennesaw State 5, Gardner-Webb 2

Singles competition
1. Matthew Terry 6-0, 6-2
2. Raul Garcia 3-6, 6-3, 6-4
3. Harvey Conway 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (6)
4. Kevin Patel 5-7, 2-6
5. Seru Tezuka 6-4, 1-6, 2-6
6. Hugo Salmeron 7-5, 6-2

Doubles competition
1. Harvey Conway/ Raul Garcia won 6-4
2. Matthew Terry/Daniel Botti fell 4-6 
3. Seru Tezuka/Kevin Patel won 6-4


Match Notes: Kennesaw State 2-2, Gardner-Webb 4-5