The Boston University men’s tennis team secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Army West Point in the Patriot League semifinals, setting up a showdown with Navy in the championship match. The top-seeded Terriers showcased their strength and determination throughout the match, starting with a hard-fought doubles point that set the tone for the rest of the day.
With their ninth consecutive win, Boston University improved to 20-7 on the season, while Army West Point’s season came to an end with a 13-15 record. The Terriers displayed their resilience by winning two tiebreakers in doubles play to take a 1-0 lead before sweeping through the singles matches in straight sets.
Head coach Dejan Stankovic celebrated his 100th win as BU’s coach, a milestone achievement that highlighted the team’s success in the semifinal match. Army West Point, on the other hand, suffered their first shutout loss in the Patriot League tournament in 16 years, failing to earn a single point against the dominant Terriers.
The victory was a team effort, with standout performances from players like Jakob Esterowitz, Corey Craig, and Gustavs Dambins, who all secured decisive wins in their singles matches. The Terriers will now turn their attention to the championship match against Navy, aiming to avenge last year’s loss and claim the Patriot League title.
The stage is set for an exciting final showdown between Boston University and Navy, with both teams eager to emerge victorious in the highly-anticipated championship match. Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the Patriot League men’s tennis season.