Redlands, CA – The Occidental men's tennis team traveled into Bulldog territory last Sunday to square off against the University of Redlands. Despite the strong effort from the Tigers, the team ultimately fell short against the Bulldogs with Redlands securing a 7-2 victory.
The doubles matches provided an early spark of hope for Oxy, as they managed to claim victories on two of the three courts. Ace Andres and Mason Hart were swift in their performance at number one doubles, defeating their opponents with a score of 8-4. Additionally, Dhruv Verma and Brett Miller showcased their resilience, clinching a hard-fought win with a score of 8-6 at the number three position. Notable, Verma delivered a clutch ace at 6-7 deuce to clinch the doubles match.
However, as the singles matches unfolded, Redlands returned with renewed vigor to walk away with a home court win. The Bulldogs secured victories on five of the six singles courts to claim the match 7-2.
The Tigers didn't go down without a fight, highlighted by the unwavering determination shown by Ronald Chen. Chen showcased his tenacity and skill in a grueling three-set match, but despite the valiant effort, he ultimately fell with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 10-5.
University of Redlands 7
Occidental 2
2/25/24
Doubles:
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M. Hart/A. Andres (OXY) def. M. Abarca/J. Ledwith (UR) 8-4
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M. Calixto/Y. Nir (UR) def. R. Chen/Q Kemna (OXY) 8-1
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D. Verma/B. Miller (OXY) def. J. Fanshawe/D. Anderson (UR) 8-6
Singles:
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N. Calixto (UR) def. R. Chen (OXY) 6-4, 3-6 (10-5)
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Y. Nir (UR) def. A. Andres (OXY) 7-6, 6-4
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D. Anderson (UR) def. Q. Kemna (OXY) 6-1, 6-2
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J. Ledwith (UR) def. B. Miller (OXY) 7-5, 6-3
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G. Marcanth (UR) def. B. Burrows (OXY) 6-1, 6-1
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J. Davydov (UR) def. C. Swanson (OXY) 6-1, 6-3
