By: Jazlyn Sharper
KENNESAW, GA - The Kennesaw State women's tennis team continues its season Friday, Feb. 2 at Georgia Southern. The Owls prepare for their second match of the year after competing at Louisville last Sunday.
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Match 2: Kennesaw State (0-1) vs. Georgia Southern (4-0)
Date: Friday, February 2; 1:00 p.m.
Location: Wallis Tennis Center | Statesboro, Ga
Links: Roster | Schedule | Live Stats
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Scouting Georgia Southern
The Eagles went 19-6 overall and 8-3 in Sun Belt Conference play last season. The team is currently undefeated as they come off a 4-0 win against Elon.
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Series History
Friday's match will be the 11th between the two teams. The Eagles currently lead the series 7-3. The two teams last competed in 2020 with Georgia Southern earning a close victory, 4-3.
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Last Time Out
The Kennesaw State women's tennis team fell short in a tough competition against Louisville Sunday afternoon.
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The Owls jumped out strong, taking the doubles point in a three-game sweep.
Sophia Unger/
Izabelle Persson had a dominating performance on court two, defeating Lillian Mould/Berta Miret (LOU) 6-1.
Ema Baraniakova/
Taylor Dean followed by claiming a 6-4 victory over Allie Gretkowski/Lika Peresypkina (LOU).
Sofia Madrid/
Laura Nadaska sealed the doubles point after defeating Ibifuro Clement/Jamilah Snells (LOU) 5-4 in a challenging battle.
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Kennesaw State led 1-0 after doubles play. Louisville was able to come back and collect all single-match points, leading them to a victory.
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NEXT UP:
Alabama State hosts the Owls Friday, Feb. 9 at the
Olean Black Underwood Tennis Center.
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