Xavier University Athletics
Xavier University
Ball State
Men's Tennis Falls to Ball State
02.14.15 | Men's Tennis
MUNCIE, Ind. - Xavier men's tennis dropped its non-conference match-up against Ball State to an impressive rally from the Cardinals, Friday afternoon. With the win, the Cardinals improve to 3-5 overall while the Musketeers fall to 5-3 on the season.
In doubles, the Musketeers took the point giving an early 1-0 lead on the afternoon. At the No. 1 spot, Zach Mueck and Matt Bishop defeated Patrick Elliot and Andrew Stutz, 6-3. The No. 3's, Jeremy Schneider and Arthur Stefani, also matched Lucas Andersen and Matt Helm with a score of 6-4.
In singles, the Musketeers obtained four of the first sets but were unable to maintain stellar play. The Cardinals rebounded winning at the No. 2, No. 3., No. 4, and No. 5 spots to rally and knock off Xavier.
The Musketeers will look to regroup over the next few days before taking on Wright State, Feb. 18th, in Dayton.
Doubles competition
1. Zach Mueck/Matt Bishop (XU) def. Patrick Elliott/Andrew Stutz (BSU) 6-3
2. Ray Leonard/Collin Rigney (BSU) vs. Michael Moe/Connor LaFavre (XU) 4-5, unfinished
3. Jeremy Schneider/Arthur Stefani (XU) def. Lucas Andersen/Matt Helm (BSU) 6-4
Singles competition
1. Zach Mueck (XU) def. Lucas Andersen (BSU) 6-4, 3-6, 7-5
2. Ray Leonard (BSU) def. Jeremy Schneider (XU) 6-1, 7-5
3. Patrick Elliott (BSU) def. Matt Bishop (XU) 4-6, 7-6, 6-0
4. Jan Jirus (BSU) def. Freddy Abunku (XU) 2-6, 6-2, 6-2
5. Andrew Stutz (BSU) def. Connor LaFavre (XU) 6-2, 6-2
6. Arthur Stefani (XU) def. Collin Rigney (BSU) 6-3, 7-6
Match Notes:
Xavier 5-3
Ball State 3-5
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