SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Southwestern College men's tennis team fought hard but fell 7-0 to Evangel University in Springfield, Mo.
Despite the final score, the Moundbuilders showed heart and determination, especially in doubles play. Drake Lowe and Jeremiah Jones put together a competitive effort but fell to Gomez and Smnahrto, 0-6. Kobe Schlegel and Connor Stampley also battled but came up short against Bauchle and Ryan, 0-6.
In singles play, Lowe faced off against Gomez but was unable to break through, dropping the match 0-6, 0-6. Jones fought hard against Costa but ultimately fell 0-6, 0-6. Stampley showed some resilience against Beal but lost 0-6, 0-6, while Schlegel put up a strong effort against Galoppo before falling 0-6, 4-6.
The Builders are back in action March 11 at Bethel College.