DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. – The No. 15 Embry-Riddle men's tennis team fought its way to a 4-3 victory over Rider University on Wednesday afternoon, continuing its strong campaign with a hard-earned win. The Eagles showcased its depth and resilience in both doubles and singles, securing the ninth win of the season.
RECORDS
No.15 ERAU | 9-3
Rider | 3-9
ALL-TIME SERIES
This is the first meeting between the Eagles and Broncs.
How It Happened
- The Eagles got off to a strong start, securing two out of three doubles matches.
- In the No. 2 spot, Enrico Rosellini and Mason Cisco, a new pairing, dominated Giacomo Ghitti and Roger Martinez, winning 6-2.
- At No. 1, Wilson Igbinovia and Joshua Nuyts fought hard in a tiebreaker to defeat Matt Froberg Dahlin and Cole Thurgur, 7-6 (3), clinching the doubles point for ERAU.
- At No. 3, Rosellini battled through a tough match, ultimately overcoming Thurgur 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 to put the Eagles ahead 2-0.
- Ranked No. 37, Igbinovia took on Froberg Dahlin at No. 1, battling through a tough contest to secure a 6-4, 5-7, 6-1 win, pushing the Eagles' lead to 3-0.
- The final point came from Cisco, who carried his doubles momentum into singles. He delivered a 7-6 (5), 7-5 win over Matthew Griscti at No. 5 to clinch the match for the Eagles.
UP NEXT
The Eagles will return to the Crotty Tennis Complex this Friday to kick off a three-match weekend, starting with a 10 a.m. match against Morgan State.