Indiana, PA – The University of Charleston clinched a thrilling victory, prevailing 4-3 over Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in a hard-fought battle at the IUP tennis center.

The Basics
Location: IUP Tennis Center 
Score: UC 4, IUP 3

The match commenced with doubles play, where Charleston got off to a very quick start at #3 doubles. Harriet Glaves and Sara Martinez took care of business for the Golden Eagles, winning their match 6-2. IUP bounced back to win the doubles point by winning at the #1 and #2 doubles spots. This left UC with an uphill battle going into singles trailing 0-1.
As singles play unfolded, Charleston displayed resilience and skill, swiftly gaining momentum. The #1 singles player Prinkle Singh delivered an impressive performance, securing a well-earned victory with a score of 6-2, 6-0, getting the Golden Eagles on the board to tie the match at 1-1. Following suit, the #2 singles player clinched a good win with scores of 6-4, 6-3, further bolstering Charleston's lead. IUP bounced back with a win at #6 singles.
Though facing adversity, the Golden Eagles continued to fight hard in singles play. Despite a tough loss in the third set at #4 singles, Charleston bounced back with an easy win at #5 singles, making the score 3-3. With the match hanging in the balance, all eyes turned to the #3 singles match, where Filippa Larsson emerged as the hero for the visitors. In a fiercely contested battle, Larsson displayed nerves of steel, clinching the victory for Charleston in the decisive third set with a score of 6-3.
Reflecting on the match, Coach Foote commended his team's determination and resilience, stating, "I'm proud of how our team fought through adversity today. Despite some setbacks, we stayed focused and played our game. It's a testament to the character of our players."

Up Next
Looking ahead, UC aims to carry this momentum forward as they prepare for their upcoming match against Bluefield State University with their sights set on continued success in the collegiate tennis arena.