Weber State Defeats Bobcats at 2024 Big Sky Men’s Tennis Tournament

Weber State’s William Zulch emerged as the hero in a thrilling three-set victory over Bobcat Andre Stewart at the Big Sky Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona. Zulch’s win at No. 5 singles sealed a 4-2 triumph for Weber State over Montana State, avenging their regular-season victory against the Bobcats.

The Wildcats got off to a strong start by securing the doubles point, setting the stage for their singles players to shine. Mac Relic and Andras Necz delivered straight-set wins at No. 1 and No. 3 singles, respectively, while Elyes Marouani fought off six match points to claim a dramatic victory over Dario Ciobotaru at No. 2 singles.

Despite the valiant efforts of the Bobcats, including close matches on courts two and four, Weber State’s depth and determination proved too much to overcome. The Bobcats finished the season with a 9-12 record after competing as the fifth seed in the Big Sky Tournament.

The match was a showcase of talent and resilience from both teams, with each player leaving it all on the court. The victory for Weber State was a testament to their teamwork and tenacity, while the Bobcats can hold their heads high after a hard-fought season.

With the win, Weber State and Montana State both finished the season with identical 9-12 records, highlighting the competitiveness and parity in the Big Sky Conference. The thrilling match in Phoenix will be remembered as a true display of collegiate tennis at its finest.