SALINA, Kan. - In a closely contested tennis match at Kansas Wesleyan University, the Southwestern College women's tennis team narrowly fell, 3-4.

In the doubles matches, Southwestern's Mariana Ochoa/Rose Ellie secured a hard-fought victory against Bagwell/Sherer of Kansas Wesleyan.

As the dual transitioned to singles play, Ochoa showcased her dominance on the court, defeating Henderson in straight sets, 6-0, 6-3. Additionally, Alexis Kersten displayed remarkable composure, securing another win against Camp, 6-3, 6-1.

Despite valiant efforts from Southwestern, Kansas Wesleyan emerged victorious in the remaining singles matches, with Meredith and Bonner securing wins against Jimenez and the remaining Southwestern players.

Doubles Matches:

1. Bagwell/Sherer (KWU) lost to Ochoa/Jimenez (SC) 5-6
2. Henderson/Camp (KWU) Won by withdrawal
3. Bonner/Meredith (KWU) Won by withdrawal

1. Kristi Henderson (KWU) lost to Mariana Ochoa (SC) 0-6, 3-6
2. Eliza Camp (KWU) lost to Alexis Kersten (SC) 3-6, 1-6
3. Abigail Meredith (KWU) def. Rose Ellie (SC) 5-7, 1-6
4. Reagan Blount (KWU) Won by withdrawal
5. Isabella Gutierrez-Myers (KWU) Won by withdrawal
6. Ania Bonner (KWU) Won by withdrawal