CLARKSVILLE, Ark. – Head Coach Craig Kirchgessner and the Women's Tennis returned to action Saturday in Clarksville with a showdown against University of the Ozark Eagles. Hendrix was able to get off to an early 3-0 lead after winning all three doubles matches by a score of 8-5. Hendrix ultimately defeated the Eagles 8-1 on the day for its first win on the young season.

DOUBLES COMPETITION

1. Becky Sherman / Shelby Worsham def. Navia McDonald / Abri Johnson - 8-5
2. Greer Ayers / Cooper Chimbel def. Lexy Corona / Lexi Rogers - 8-5
3. Sara Hoopchuk / Karen Morris def. Anna Ryan / Kirsten Endicott - 8-5

SINGLES COMPETITION

1. McDonald def Sherman - 6-0, 6-2
2. Worsham def. Rogers - 6-2, 6-4
3. Ayers def. Corona - 6-3, 6-3
4. Chimbel def. Johnson - 6-1, 6-2
5. Glass def. Ryan - 6-2, 6-3
6. Hoopchuk def. Endicott - 6-1, 6-1

WHAT WAS SAID
"Doubles is a difference maker," said Head Coach Craig Kirchgessner. "We came out motivated, started quickly which helped us get on top early today. When we start fast and gain confidence after doubles; it takes some pressure off of us during singles. Our ladies never lost focus and did a great job today on the court and supporting their teammates."

UP NEXT

Hendrix will have the rest of the semester off but then will hit the courts against NCAA Division II foe Harding University Feb. 6 in Conway.