In an impressive display of talent and skill, the Men’s Tennis team at McPherson College has garnered multiple accolades in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC). Michael Beltran and Marcus Nardy were both named First-Team All-KCAC, with Arthur Nardy receiving second-team honors and Daniel Marcano being named honorable mention.
Head coach Keiran President commended the players, stating, “These guys played a great season in conference and are well deserving of these honors. Some of these guys went undefeated in conference play and helped us secure another Conference Title.”
Beltran, a four-time all-KCAC first teamer, finished the season with a 9-3 record, including a 7-1 mark in KCAC play. He was also named the KCAC Player of the Week twice. Beltran’s only KCAC loss was to Player of the Year Bryce Ware. Alongside doubles partner Martin Millos, Beltran remained unbeaten in KCAC play.
Marcus Nardy, a two-time all-KCAC first team selection, had an impressive season finishing 7-1 in KCAC play. Arthur Nardy and Daniel Marcano also had strong performances, with Arthur earning a second team nod and Marcano going 9-2 in the regular season.
The Bulldogs finished with a perfect KCAC record for the fourth season in a row and secured their ninth-consecutive KCAC Tournament title. They are now gearing up for the NAIA National Tournament in Mobile, Ala., where they will face off against No. 15-seeded Lindsey Wilson College on May 14 at 9:00 a.m. Fans are eagerly anticipating the team’s performance on the national stage.