Women’s Tennis Earns Prestigious ITA Regional Rankings
The women’s tennis team has garnered significant recognition in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) year-end regional rankings, having secured top-flight positions on three separate occasions.
Southeast Region
In the highly competitive Southeast Region, the team earned an impressive No. 3 ranking, placing them among the elite programs in the area. This achievement is a testament to the team’s consistent performances throughout the season.
Atlantic Region
The Atlantic Region, known for its storied tennis tradition, saw the team claim the No. 2 spot. This ranking reflects the team’s exceptional play against a formidable slate of opponents, including some of the most prestigious programs in the region.
National Rankings
At the national level, the team’s impressive performance earned them a No. 15 ranking among NCAA Division I programs. This recognition showcases the team’s elite status and their ability to compete with the top teams in the country. The ITA regional rankings are a highly respected measure of team success in college tennis. The team’s accomplishments in these rankings are a culmination of their dedication, hard work, and determination. The rankings not only recognize the team’s achievements but also serve as motivation for them to continue striving for excellence in the future.Navy Women’s Tennis Garners Year-End Regional Rankings
Navy Women’s Tennis Garners Year-End Regional Rankings
The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) has announced its year-end Atlantic Regional Rankings, with the Navy women’s tennis team earning recognition in multiple categories.
Team Ranking:
* No. 10 Atlantic Region This marks the fourth time in program history that the Midshipmen have achieved a year-end regional ranking.
Singles Ranking:
* No. 12 Emily Tannenbaum Tannenbaum rose in the rankings after being ranked No. 19 last season, becoming the first Navy singles player to be ranked in the ITA’s end-of-season regional rankings.
Doubles Ranking:
* No. 10 Samantha Johannes / Sia Chaudry Johannes and Chaudry are the second Navy duo to appear in the region’s doubles rankings, joining Kaylah Hodge and Amanda Keller after the 2016-17 season.
Team Highlights:
Under head coach Keith Puryear, the Mids posted an impressive 24-7 record, including a 21-1 mark at home and a 4-1 victory in Patriot League play. They defeated Army three times, including in the Patriot League championship game, for their first league title in program history.
Individual Highlights:
* Emily Tannenbaum: All-Patriot League First Team, three-time selection; broke four program records in singles. * Samantha Johannes / Sia Chaudry: Patriot League Doubles Team of the Year, posted a 15-11 overall record, went 10-6 at No. 1 singles in the spring. The Midshipmen’s strong performance demonstrates their success and the growing strength of their tennis program.Women’s tennis recognized three times in the year-end ITA regional rankings The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) has released its year-end regional rankings, and the women’s tennis team has been recognized three times. The team finished the season ranked No. 4 in the Northeast Region, while two individuals earned spots in the singles rankings. Sophomore Amelia Ali was ranked No. 12 in the Northeast Region, while freshman Anya Dementyeva was ranked No. 23. Ali finished the season with a 12-4 record in singles play, while Dementyeva went 11-5. The team’s success this season is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and coaching staff. The team finished the season with a 15-6 record, including a 7-0 mark in conference play. The team also won the Northeast Conference Championship for the second consecutive year. The team will look to build on its success next season. The team returns all of its key players from this season, and it will add a talented recruiting class. The team is poised to make another run at the Northeast Conference Championship and earn a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
