April 28, 2007

Women's Tennis Downs UW-Green Bay in Second Round of Championship Play

 Indianapolis, Ind.-- The Youngstown State women's team came back in the second round of the Horizon League Championships to defeat UW-Green Bay, 4-3, on Saturday afternoon.  The Phoenix picked up the doubles point early, but the Penguins fired back at singles to pick up the four wins and claim the victory.
    At No. 1 singles, Michelle Fuleky had to retire her match early due to injury. Gina Peretti picked up the win at No. 2 singles as she defeated Aschley Jurgella,  6-4, 6-1. Emily Thayer edged Laura Bartingale, 6-2, 6-3 in the No. 4 spot. Kelly Culbertson earned her win in the third set tie-breaker over Amy Meissner. Irena Lanc wrapped up the afternoon with the win in the No. 6 spot over Megan Gregory.
   The Phoenix won at No. 3 singles and picked up the doubles point.
    The women's tennis team will compete for 5th place against UW-Milwaukee tomorrow at 9 a.m.