Trevor Delaney

Sports Editor

After facing a tough season so far, the Idaho State University men’s tennis team won its match against Montana State University. They played in Reed Gym in Pocatello on Saturday, March 20, with a final match score of 5-2.

Following Saturday’s win, Idaho State Coach Alexander Free said, “I am really proud of the way the team competed today. This was the signature win that we needed as a team. We played these guys in February and they got the best of us, but we always preached wanting to be the best team in April and at the end of the season.”

After guaranteeing the doubles point for Idaho State after winning their #1 Doubles and #3 Doubles games, the Bengals went on to win #1 Singles, #2 Singles, #4 Singles, and their #6 Singles. Montana State managed to pick up two singles points, but it wasn’t enough to beat the Bengals in their home gym.

“I think this is a big step in the right direction in the process,” said Free. “We’re going to celebrate this one for a day, and then look ahead to a week-long trip in Arizona where we play three really solid teams and our first conference opponent.”

This win puts Idaho State at 3-8 for their overall season, with the Big Sky season play beginning on Friday, Mar. 26. The Bengals will play next in Phoenix, Arizona against Grand Canyon University on Tuesday, March 23, followed by Arizona State University on Wednesday, Mar. 24 in Tempe, Arizona.