SEWARD, Nebraska - The William Jewell women's tennis team opened the 2020-2021 athletic year on Saturday as they took on Concordia University of Nebraska, falling 5-2. This was the first official competition for Jewell in any sport since March 10.
Sophomore
Kelly Parrish led the day, winning at No. 1 singles and doubles, partnering with
Julia Yamate. Additionally, Jewell got a win at No. 5 singles by
Gillian Evans in her first match since returning from injury in the spring. Two players,
Michaela Esau and
Taytum Carson, saw their first collegiate action on the court.
Singles
1.
Kelly Parrish def. Claudia M. Viera (6-4, 6-3)
2. Sofia Morales def.
Julia Yamate (7-5, 6-0)
3. Ansley Gates def.
Michaela Esau (6-2, 6-3)
4. Kaitlin Seja def.
Taytum Carson (6-1, 6-0)
5.
Gillian Evans def. Luisa Esquivel (6-0, 6-1)
6. Madi Smith won by default
Doubles
1. Parrish/Yamate def. Morales/M. Viera (6-3)
2. Allison Marshall/Katy Krejci def. Esau/Carson (6-1)
3. Esquivel/Smith won by default
Up Next
The Cardinals are off until September 26 when they host Missouri Valley at 1 p.m.
