In a thrilling showdown between two crosstown rivals, the UCLA women’s tennis team emerged victorious over USC with a score of 4-2, securing the Pac-12 regular-season championship. The match, held at David X. Marks Tennis Stadium, showcased the talent and determination of both teams.
Junior Elise Wagle once again proved to be the hero for UCLA, as she battled against USC’s Eryn Cayetano in a grueling match that ended with Wagle clinching the victory for her team. Wagle, along with Tian Fangran, played a crucial role in securing the doubles point for UCLA, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
Despite a strong performance from USC, with players like Emma Charney and Grace Piper contributing points for the team, UCLA’s Kimmi Hance and Anne-Christine Lutkemeyer dominated in doubles play, winning their sixth consecutive match. The Bruins’ depth and resilience were on full display as they fought hard in both singles and doubles matches to secure the win.
With this victory, UCLA claimed their third Pac-12 title in history, with previous wins in 2021 and 2008. The team’s impressive performance has solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in collegiate women’s tennis. As they look ahead to the upcoming Pac-12 Tennis Championships, UCLA will enter as the No. 1 seed, ready to defend their title and continue their winning streak.