Pacific Index

Seniors are closing the season strong as tennis comes to an end

   As the spring season winds down, both the men’s and women’s tennis teams are reflecting on a campaign marked by development, durability, and powerful senior contributions. The Boxers have seen plenty of competitive action this season, and with the year’s final matches approaching, the experience and leadership of their upperclassmen have proven crucial. 

   The women’s tennis team has had a competitive season balancing great wins with tough losses, but consistently showcasing their competitive spirit. After multiple matches against strong regional competition, the Boxers stand at 6–8 overall as of early April. A recent home match against Whitman college ended in a 7‑0 loss, with the visiting blues taking both doubles points and most singles flights. 

   Despite that result, Pacific has demonstrated the ability to compete in close matches throughout the spring and has not shied away from showing up against challenging opponents. This very competitiveness was showcased earlier this season when the Boxers went on a 3 game winning streak while in conference play against George Fox University 4-3, Willamette University 7-0, and University of Puget Sound 4-3.

   This season has been particularly meaningful for the team’s seniors, who have provided steady leadership throughout. Standouts in the lineup, such as senior contributors Olivia Hall and Evelyn Whiteside, have gained valuable experience at the top of the singles order and played key roles in doubles rotations as well. Their presence alone has guided younger players, helping to steady Pacific’s performance across a competitive slate of matches. 

   On the men’s side, Pacific’s tennis squad has similarly experienced a season filled with highs and lows. Through much of the spring, the Boxers have compiled a record of 5–9 overall, with competitive outings throughout Northwest Conference play. The team showed flashes of strong performance earlier in the year, which included a 6‑1 win over the University of Puget Sound and another road victory at Linfield University. 5‑2. 

   However, there have also been some tough results, for example a 7‑0 road loss at Whitman College late in March. Despite this, the Boxers have once again remained competitive and battled in nearly every match, with wins in both singles and doubles showing the team’s depth.

The senior leadership on the men’s roster features players like Ryley Chang and Brandon Pham. Both have been essential in directing the squad through the season. These upperclassmen have pulled their weight in key matchups, anchoring singles positions and setting an example on the court. 

   For both teams, this season has been a testament to senior leadership. On the women’s side, seniors have provided stability at the top of the lineup and have mentored emerging players through stretches of competition. While on the men’s team, senior contributors have helped keep the Boxers competitive in a tough conference, pushing the squad to fight for every point they earn.

   With the conclusion of the regular season approaching, the Boxers will lean on this veteran leadership to shape their final results. The seniors of Pacific’s tennis programs have set a standard this year that will resonate beyond this spring. Both the men’s and women’s squads will look to close out strong, using their final matches as opportunities to build toward future seasons ahead. With solid experience gained and leadership established, Pacific tennis appears composed to continue developing competitive teams in the Northwest Conference for many years to come.