R.A. Long and Ridgefield faced off in a thrilling tennis match on Friday, with the Lumberjills emerging victorious with a 3-1 win. Despite the looming rain, the teams managed to complete the match, showcasing their skills on the court.
R.A. Long dominated the singles matches, with Audrey Zdunich and Ayla Foreman leading the charge. Zdunich secured a straight sets win over Siena Fulton, while Alice Anderson and Ayla Foreman also claimed victories in their respective matches. The team’s coach, Rally Wallace, commended the players for their stellar performance and highlighted the return of Alice Anderson to the lineup.
On the doubles side, Ridgefield managed to secure a win in the No. 1 doubles match, adding a point to their score. However, it was not enough to overcome R.A. Long’s strong singles performance.
With this win, R.A. Long improves their record to 10-6 in the league and looks forward to the 2A GSHL championship starting next week in Ridgefield. The team’s confidence is high as they head into the championship with momentum from their recent victory.
In another match, Kelso swept aside Heritage in a 6-0 win, showcasing their dominance on the court. The team’s players delivered impressive performances, securing wins in both singles and doubles matches. Kelso’s coach, Mary Chennault, praised the players for their fearlessness and adaptability in the matches.
Kelso’s next match is scheduled against Evergreen, with a possible rescheduling to Wednesday in case of rain. The team is determined to continue their winning streak and maintain their strong performance in the league.