Women’s Tennis Team Triumphs Over Iowa in Big Ten Tournament

The Penn State women’s tennis team secured a thrilling victory over Iowa in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament, winning 4-3 in a hard-fought battle. This victory marks a significant milestone for the Nittany Lions, as it is their first Big Ten Tournament win since 2015.

Despite a tough start in the doubles matches, with Iowa taking the early lead, Penn State fought back in the singles matches to clinch the win. Standout performances from players like Sofiya Chekhlystova, Olivia Dorner, Jordina Cegarra, and Karly Friedland helped propel the team to victory.

In a nail-biting finish, Karly Friedland sealed the deal for the Nittany Lions with a decisive win over Vipasha Mehra. The team’s resilience and determination were on full display as they battled back from behind to secure their spot in the quarterfinals of the tournament.

Penn State will now face off against Ohio State in the quarterfinals on Friday, April 26 at 2 p.m. Fans can follow the team’s progress and get updates on their matches by visiting GoPSUsports.com and following @pennstatewtennis on Instagram.

The Nittany Lions’ impressive performance against Iowa has set the stage for an exciting showdown in the next round of the tournament, as they look to continue their winning streak and make their mark in the Big Ten.