The University of Chicago made history by clinching the 2024 DIII women’s tennis team national title for the first time in program history. The Maroons secured the championship after defeating Wesleyan with a score of 5-3. This victory marked the end of a remarkable season for the University of Chicago, finishing with a 23-1 record and a 16-game win streak.
In the singles championship, Rena Lin of the University of Chicago emerged victorious by defeating her teammate Sylwia Mikos. The Babson duo of Olivia Soffer and Matia Cristiani also made their mark by winning the DIII women’s doubles national championship, marking a significant milestone for their program.
The tournament featured a competitive field of 49 teams in a single-elimination bracket, with individual championships including 32 singles players and 16 doubles teams. The matches were played using a 3-6 format, with three doubles matches and six singles matches, each contributing to the team’s overall score.
The University of Chicago’s triumph adds another chapter to the rich history of the DIII women’s tennis championship. In previous years, teams like Claremont-Mudd-Scripps and Emory have also claimed the title, showcasing the depth of talent and competition in the division.
Overall, the 2024 DIII women’s tennis championship was a thrilling display of skill and determination, culminating in the University of Chicago’s historic victory. Congratulations to the Maroons on their well-deserved national title win.