In Kennesaw, Georgia, Georgia Tech’s women’s tennis earned a 4-1 result over Kennesaw State on Wednesday afternoon, closing their non-conference slate with a ninth seasonal success. Despite conceding the early doubles point and ending a six-event streak there, the group surged in singles for the turnaround. This outcome lifts their record to 9-8 overall and 3-3 in conference, while extending perfect 7-0 historical dominance against the Owls.
Doubles Setback Snaps Momentum
Kennesaw State captured the doubles point for a 1-0 advantage. Ema Baraniakova defeated the No. 77 pairing of Alejandra Cruz and Seri Nayuki 6-4 on the top line. Maria Ivankovic and Irene Serrano Maestre topped Taly Licht and Sabritt Dozier 6-3, with the third pairing of Given Roach and Eleni Karantali against Izabelle Persson and Che Nel left unfinished at 5-5.
Singles Surge Delivers Decisive Edge
Seri Nayuki defeated Irene Maestre Serrano 6-3, 6-0 to begin the comeback. Sabritt Dozier followed with a 6-4, 6-0 result over Terezia Baraniakova. No. 66 Alejandra Cruz conceded just three games in a 6-2, 6-1 decision against Ema Baraniakova on the top line. Olivia Carneiro then clinched the match 6-1, 6-1 over Izabelle Persson, rendering the remaining lines—Taly Licht vs. Sofia Madrid (6-7, 0-1) and Given Roach vs. Maria Ivankovic (6-3, 4-3)—unnecessary.
Path Forward in Campus Physical Engagement
These university-level racquet engagements build physical conditioning, mental focus, and interpersonal bonds essential for student development. Institutions like Georgia Tech prioritize such pursuits to enhance overall wellness, correlating with improved academic performance through stress reduction and routine discipline. The group returns home Friday, March 27 at 4 p.m. versus Miami at the Ken Byers Tennis Complex, where all 2026 home events offer free admission to encourage community involvement.
