Florida Gulf Coast University's women's tennis team capitalized on home-court advantage to defeat Miami University 6-1 at the FGCU Tennis Complex Saturday.
"The ladies competed hard today," said FGCU head women's tennis coachÂ
Courtney Vernon. "Each time they compete, they grow. We are looking forward to playing again next week."
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The Green & Blue (6-5, 2-0 ASUN) lost the doubles point to begin the morning.
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The Eagles immediately responded in singles as Paloma Goldsmith got straight to work, winning on court No. 4 with a 6-1, 6-4 showing. FGCU No. 1 player, Fanny Norin followed along storming to a 6-3, 6-2 victory.
Isabella Colmenares pushed the Green & Blue lead to 3-1, delivering a 6-4, 6-3 showing on court No. 2.
Ameila Kopel fought through her first set, winning 7-6 (4) before remaining persistent and executing another 7-6 (1) showing to clinch the match on court No. 6.
The Eagles' dominance continued as Ida Ferding rallied through three sets to prevail with a 6-7 (6), 6-2, 1-0 (3) victory at No. 5. Jordana Ossa ensured the Eagles took all the singles points going 5-7, 7-5, 1-0 (7) on court No. 3.
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The Eagles will remain home, hosting Belmont University Wednesday at 10 a.m.
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