Starkville, MS, August 19, 2025
News Summary
In a commanding victory, the No. 14 Texas Women’s Tennis team defeated No. 73 Mississippi State with a 4-0 score in Starkville. The match, which shifted indoors due to weather, showcased Texas’s strength, as they claimed the doubles point and secured three swift singles wins. Salma Drugdova, Ashton Bowers, and Carmen Herea each contributed to the decisive victory, leading Texas to improve their overall record to 13-9. The team is set to face tough opponents in their upcoming matches as they prepare for postseason play.
Starkville, MS – Texas Women’s Tennis Dominates Mississippi State with 4-0 Sweep
In a decisive performance, the No. 14 Texas Women’s Tennis team triumphed over No. 73 Mississippi State with a commanding 4-0 victory in Starkville on Sunday. The match, initially set to take place outdoors, was moved indoors due to inclement weather conditions that affected gameplay.
Texas obtained an early advantage by claiming the doubles point. The team secured victory at both No. 2 and No. 3 doubles, leading to their dominant sweep in singles play. At No. 2 doubles, the duo of Salma Drugdova and Charlotte Kempenaers-Pocz defeated their Mississippi State opponents, Cohen and Troiano, with a score of 6-2. The No. 3 doubles match proved to be a nail-biter as Carmen Herea and Dasha Ovrootsky earned a close win in a tiebreaker, finishing 7-6 (6).
As the singles matches commenced, Texas continued to assert its dominance with three decisive wins that secured their overall match victory. Salma Drugdova was the first to clinch her match at No. 6, overpowering Athina Pitta in straight sets, 6-1, 6-1. Following her, Ashton Bowers showcased her skill at No. 2, defeating Carolina Troiano with a final score of 6-4, 6-4. The final winning point for Texas came from Carmen Herea at No. 1, who edged out Gianna Oboniye in a close match, winning 7-6 (8), 6-4.
Although the match ended early, three singles matches remained unfinished. At No. 4, Eszter Meri led Jayna Clemens 6-1, 5-2. Ariana Anazagasty-Pursoo was poised to win against Alessia Tagliente with a score of 6-3, 4-6, 4-1, while Charlotte Kempenaers-Pocz was locked in a tied match of 4-6, 6-3 against Chiara Di Genova, sitting at 2-2 in the third set.
Doubles Results
- No. 1: Oboniye/Pitta (MSU) defeated Anazagasty-Pursoo/Bowers (TEXAS) 6-4
- No. 2: Drugdova/Kempenaers-Pocz (TEXAS) defeated Cohen/Troiano (MSU) 6-2
- No. 3: Herea/Ovrootsky (TEXAS) defeated Clemens/Di Genova (MSU) 7-6 (6)
With this victory, the Texas Women’s Tennis team improved to 13 wins and 9 losses overall and 7-6 in Southeastern Conference (SEC) play. Looking ahead, the team will close its regular season with two challenging matches against No. 1 Georgia on April 11 and No. 18 South Carolina on April 13, as they prepare for postseason play.
Key Takeaways
- Texas Women’s Tennis remains strong with a current overall record of 13-9.
- The team will face tough opponents in their final matches of the season.
- The impressive sweep reinforces Texas’s position within the SEC.
FAQs
What was the outcome of the Texas vs. Mississippi State women’s tennis match?
Texas won the match 4-0 against Mississippi State.
Who were the standout players for Texas in this match?
Standout players included Salma Drugdova, Ashton Bowers, and Carmen Herea, who each secured singles victories.
When are the next matches for Texas Women’s Tennis?
Texas will face No. 1 Georgia on April 11 and No. 18 South Carolina on April 13.
Match Summary Chart
| Category | Texas Women’s Tennis | Mississippi State |
|---|---|---|
| Doubles Point Won | Yes | No |
| Doubles Wins | 2 | 1 |
| Singles Wins | 4 | 0 |
| Overall Match Result | 4-0 | N/A |
| Overall Record Post-Match | 13-9 | N/A |
| SEC Record Post-Match | 7-6 | N/A |
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