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Old Dominion University’s men’s tennis team claimed a convincing 4-0 victory against James Madison in the Townebank Royal Rivalry match held in Norfolk, Virginia. The Monarchs showcased their dominance starting with a stellar performance in doubles, winning all three matches decisively. In singles, Old Dominion continued their strong showing, sweeping all matches to secure the win. With this great performance, they look forward to their upcoming contests against Southern Miss and Louisiana. The atmosphere was electric as fans gathered, eagerly supporting their teams.
Old Dominion Men’s Tennis Dominates James Madison in a Thrilling Townebank Royal Rivalry Showdown
Norfolk, Virginia, witnessed an exciting showdown over the weekend as Old Dominion University’s men’s tennis team hosted James Madison for the much-anticipated Townebank Royal Rivalry match. With both teams eager to prove their mettle, the competition kicked off at 10 a.m. at the Folkes-Stevens Tennis Center.
The atmosphere at the center was electric as fans gathered to watch their favorite players compete. For those who couldn’t make it in person, the match was made accessible for fans to enjoy through streaming on Track.Tennis, along with live stats available via iOnCourt.
Backstory: A Mixed Bag of Results
Leading up to this match, Old Dominion had a lot of momentum on their side, coming off a tight 4-3 victory against South Alabama. In that nail-biting contest, Yanis Moundir secured the win with an impressive comeback performance. However, the Monarchs faced a bit of a hiccup recently when their match against Troy was canceled due to bad weather. Meanwhile, James Madison appeared to be in a slump, entering the match with a 5-9 overall record and grappling with a disappointing five-match losing streak, including a 4-0 setback against Troy. With their Sun Belt Conference record sitting at 0-4, the Dukes were looking for a turnaround.
Monarchs Set the Stage
Ranked 60th in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA), Old Dominion was optimistic heading into the competition. They were led by standout player Connor Van Schalkwyk, who held a ranking of 123rd in singles with a record of 9-8.
As the doubles matches commenced, Old Dominion quickly took charge. In a decisive display, Aryan Saleh and Thomas Nelson won their match 6-2, followed by Zachary Fleishman and Edson Sanchez with an identical score. The clincher came from Van Schalkwyk and Moundir, who secured the doubles point for Old Dominion with a 6-4 win. The order of finish in doubles was exciting, marked as 3, 2, and 1.
Singles Sweep Seals the Deal
After gaining the early lead in doubles, the Monarchs continued their dominance into the singles matches. Olivier de Sardan kicked off the singles action with a commanding performance, taking his match 6-1, 6-1. Following closely was Saleh, who also delivered a strong showing by winning 6-1, 6-3. Finally, Moundir showcased his skills yet again with a hard-fought victory of 7-5, 6-3, sealing a clean sweep with an overall finish of 4-0 against James Madison. The order of finish in singles was noted as 4, 5, and 3.
Interestingly, matches involving Van Schalkwyk, Majchrzak, and Nelson were suspended while they were leading, suggesting potential further success for the Monarchs if they had continued.
Looking Ahead
With this impressive victory, Old Dominion showcased their prowess on the court and solidified their competitive spirit as they gear up for their regular season finale against Southern Miss and Louisiana. These matches are set to take place on April 12 and 13, 2025, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation.
All in all, this match was a testament to Old Dominion’s strength and potential as they carve out their path in collegiate tennis. As the rivalry continues, it will be exciting to see how both teams gather their strengths and prepare for future encounters.
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