The Our Lady of the Lake University women’s tennis team faced a determined Saint Mary’s University squad in a hard-fought match that reflected both the resilience and competitive spirit of the Saints. Although the final result favored Saint Mary’s, OLLU demonstrated poise, perseverance, and flashes of brilliance throughout the contest.
Doubles play opened the afternoon with tightly contested battles on every court. At No. 1 doubles, Anja Pisar and Maeva Chambon challenged Selina Wu and Gia Posito with steady rallies and strong net presence, ultimately falling 6–3 in a match that showcased their growing chemistry. The No. 2 pairing of Marie Peters and Ely Laure pushed even closer, engaging in extended exchanges and keeping the score tight before Saint Mary’s edged them 7–5. OLLU secured a highlight at No. 3 doubles, where Michaela Muller and Carolina Guerrero executed with confidence and composure to earn a 7–5 victory, demonstrating the depth and competitive edge within the Saints lineup.
In singles play, OLLU continued to compete with determination against a disciplined Saint Mary’s team. Carolina Guerrero faced a tough opponent at No. 1 singles, battling through long points despite a 6–2, 6–2 result. Anja Pisar and Marie Peters encountered similarly challenging matches at the No. 2 and No. 3 positions, each fighting for momentum against consistent opposition.
The brightest moment of the day came from Ely Laure at No. 4 singles. After dropping the first set in a tiebreak, Laure responded with grit and focus, taking control of the second set 7–0 in a dominant tiebreak performance. She carried that momentum into the deciding set, closing it out 6–3 to earn a well-deserved three-set victory. Her performance embodied the resilience and competitive heart that define the OLLU program.
Maeva Chambon also showed remarkable determination at No. 5 singles, extending her match into a third set after claiming a hard-fought second-set tiebreak. Though the final set narrowly slipped away, her effort underscored the team’s refusal to back down. Michaela Muller competed steadily at No. 6, engaging in physical rallies and demonstrating composure throughout her match.
While the final team score did not fall in OLLU’s favor, the Saints left the courts with valuable experience and clear signs of progress as they start their season.