SAN ANTONIO – The St. Mary’s University Women’s Tennis team kicked off their spring season in spectacular fashion, shutting out Schreiner University 7-0 in a dominant performance. The Rattlers showcased their strength both in doubles and singles, setting the tone for what looks to be a promising season.
Rattlers Set the Pace with Commanding Doubles Wins
St. Mary’s wasted no time asserting their dominance in the doubles matches. At the No. 3 position, senior Paula Garrote (Cartagena, Spain) and junior Alessia Terlizzi (Andria, Italy) delivered a flawless performance, winning 6-0 without dropping a single game.
The momentum continued at the top two doubles lines:
- Janel Ospanova (sophomore, Karaganda, Kazakhstan) and Stela Sifuentes (junior, Eagle Pass, Texas) secured a 6-1 win at No. 1 doubles.
- Gia Posito (junior, Houston) and Selina Wu (sophomore, San Gabriel, Calif.) matched that score with a 6-1 victory at the No. 2 spot.
These convincing wins gave the Rattlers an early advantage and set the tone heading into singles play.
Singles Play: A Showcase of Rattlers’ Depth and Dominance
The Rattlers carried their doubles momentum into the singles matches, delivering a clean sweep across all six courts:
- Paula Garrote continued her perfect day with a 6-0, 6-0 victory at No. 4 singles, securing the first singles point.
- Alessia Terlizzi followed suit with another double bagel (6-0, 6-0) win at No. 2 singles.
- Janel Ospanova clinched the team victory with a dominant 6-0, 6-1 performance at No. 3 singles.
- Selina Wu dropped just one game in each set for a 6-1, 6-1 win at No. 1 singles.
- Bucco Paolasso was unstoppable at No. 6, recording a 6-0, 6-0 shutout.
- Elisa Rodriguez (senior, Houston) wrapped up the day with a 6-1, 6-0 win at No. 5 singles.
What’s Next for the Rattlers?
Following their impressive season opener, the Rattlers will:
- Host UTRGV for an exhibition match on Thursday, February 6.
- Travel to Edmond, Oklahoma for the Gold & Blue Crossover from February 14-16.
These upcoming matches will give the Rattlers an opportunity to build on their early-season success and prepare for tougher competition ahead.
Key Highlights:
- Doubles Sweep: St. Mary’s won all three doubles matches convincingly.
- Flawless Singles: Three players (Garrote, Terlizzi, Paolasso) secured 6-0, 6-0 wins.
- Team Effort: The Rattlers didn’t lose a single set throughout the match.
FAQ
How did St. Mary’s Women’s Tennis perform against Schreiner?
St. Mary’s dominated Schreiner with a 7-0 shutout victory, winning all doubles and singles matches.
Who had standout performances for St. Mary’s?
Paula Garrote, Alessia Terlizzi, and Bucco Paolasso each secured flawless 6-0, 6-0 wins in singles.
When is St. Mary’s next match?
St. Mary’s will host UTRGV for an exhibition on February 6 and compete in the Gold & Blue Crossover from February 14-16.
Did St. Mary’s drop any sets against Schreiner?
No, St. Mary’s won every set in both singles and doubles, showcasing complete dominance.
Where was the match played?
The match took place in San Antonio as St. Mary’s University hosted Schreiner for their season opener.