In a heartbreaking turn of events, the Ohio State men’s tennis team suffered a devastating loss to TCU in the NCAA tournament semifinals. Despite high hopes and a strong start, the Buckeyes fell short, losing 4-2 to the No. 4 ranked TCU team.
Ohio State, led by coach Ty Tucker, had aspirations of winning an NCAA team title, a feat that has eluded them throughout Tucker’s 25-year career. The Buckeyes believed they had the talent and experience to secure the championship, but TCU proved to be a formidable opponent.
The match came down to the wire, with TCU clinching the victory at No. 6 singles. Ohio State’s Robert Cash was on the brink of victory, leading 5-3 in the third set, but a series of double faults cost him the match, ultimately falling 1-6, 6-2, 7-5.
Despite a strong showing in doubles, Ohio State couldn’t maintain their momentum in singles play. TCU capitalized on key matchups, ultimately securing the win and advancing to the finals.
The loss was a tough blow for Ohio State, who was aiming to make a return to the NCAA finals for the second consecutive year. As TCU moves on to face the winner of the Texas vs. Wake Forest matchup, the Buckeyes will have to regroup and refocus for the next season.