Stockton, Calif. -
The doubles events proved to set the pace for the Tigers. In the doubles competitions, the Tigers had quick feet and were reading one anothers' moves to cover the court with ease. Pacific continued rally with the Gaels utilizing a myriad of strategies and various shots to keep their opponents on their toes. The Tigers then went on to secure every single match to ensure the doubles point win.
In the singles events, the Tigers continued with their momentum and were able to secure five of the six singles events which secured the match victory for the Tigers. Match highlights included the intense doubles point win from Alex Hamilton and Ben Mirkin at the No. 3 spot which resulted in a final score 9-8(3). In the singles events some of the highlights included a victory at the No. 4 spot in which Ben Mirkin came back after having lost the first set 1-6; he dominated in the next two sets to secure a win. Also, Ivan Castro defeated Maxime Olivan 6-3, 7-5.
Match Results:
Doubles Competition:
Singles Competition:
1.
Ivan Castro (Pacific) def. Maxime Olivan (SMC) 6-3, 7-5
3.
Alex Golding (Pacific) def. Joakim Norstrom (SMC) 7-6(0), 6-4
4.
Ben Mirkin (Pacific) def. Saad Benkirane (SMC) 1-6, 6-3, 6-0
6.
Alex Hamilton (Pacific) def. Steven Dawson-Roberts (SMC) 6-3, 6-1
Final Score: Pacific 6, SMC 1
