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Trojans Set To Host SAC Opponent Newberry on Wednesday

Trojans Set To Host SAC Opponent Newberry on Wednesday


ANDERSON, S.C. - Anderson men's and women's tennis host South Atlantic Conference member Newberry on Wednesday. First serve is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. at the AU Tennis Complex.

MATCH SETUP
Who - Newberry men's tennis (17-1, 6-0 SAC) vs. Anderson (7-4, 4-1 SAC)
Who - Newberry women's tennis (14-2, 6-0 SAC) vs. Anderson (9-6, 4-2 SAC)
When - Wednesday (3:30 p.m.)
Where - Anderson, S.C. (AU Tennis Complex)

ANDERSON MEN'S OVERVIEW
• The Trojans have not played since March 12 when they lost to Peach Belt powerhouse No. 11 Columbus St.
• In singles play, Inaki Irriberri has posted a 7-4 overall record while Mateo Rivas holds a 6-5 overall record this season.
• In doubles action, Paul Michael Calhoun has earned a 7-4 overall record along with Iriberri. Junior Nicolas Ascarrunz stands at 4-2.
• The Trojans are 5-1 when playing on their home courts.

ANDERSON WOMEN'S OVERVIEW
• The Trojans are 6-3 when playing on their home courts.
• In singles play, Rebecca Bruning has earned a 12-2 overall record and has defeated two top 50 players this season. Bruning is currently ranked No. 10 in the Southeast Region.
• Freshman Jennifer Holcombe has posted a 9-5 overall record while Alexandra Ebner has earned eight wins for the Black in Gold in singles play.
• No. 22 Ivey Welborn and Bruning are currently the ninth ranked doubles tandem in the Southeast Region.

NEWBERRY MEN'S OVERVIEW
• The Wolves have already surpassed their most wins in a season while under sixth year head coach Mark Gardiner.
• Newberry is currently riding an 11 match win streak with its last loss coming on Feb. 4 versus Lander.
• The Wolves were pick preseason fifth, currently tied for first in SAC play.
• Freshman Jacob Svantesson has posted a 14-2 overall record in singles action.

NEWBERRY WOMEN'S OVERVIEW
• The Wolves need four more wins to surpass their all-time win total under sixth year head coach Mark Gardiner.
• Sophomore Amanda Carrillo is a perfect 15-0 in singles play this season.
• Doubles duo Amanda Carrillo and Vanessa Ortiz and Tara Lamers and Elizabeth Williamson are each 13-2 overall this year.
• Newberry was picked preseason No. 5, currently tied for first in league play.
• Elizabeth Williamson is ranked No. 6 (singles) in the Southeast Region.

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