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The Kutztown University women’s tennis team left no room for doubt on Tuesday afternoon, steamrolling Lock Haven in a merciless 7-0 sweep at the Keystone Courts. From the first serve to the final tiebreak, the Golden Bears showcased their depth and firepower, dropping just one set all afternoon in front of an energized crowd of 50 fans.
Doubles Dominance Sets the Stage
Kutztown wasted no time flexing its strength in doubles play. The No. 3 pairing of Elyssa Tomczyk and Brianna Wendling kicked off the onslaught with a commanding 6-1 victory, setting the tone for their teammates. The No. 1 duo of Claudia Makarski and Catherine Maher followed with a clinical 6-3 win, while Amanda Grebosky and Jess Marks sealed the doubles sweep at No. 2 with a gritty 6-4 triumph. Lock Haven’s pairs fought valiantly, but Kutztown’s relentless pressure at the net and precision passing shots proved unstoppable.
Singles Supremacy: A Showcase of Firepower
The Golden Bears shifted into high gear during singles play, delivering a masterclass in efficiency. Amanda Grebosky (No. 2) set the pace, bulldozing her opponent 6-0, 6-1 in a display of ruthless aggression. Jess Marks (No. 4) and Catherine Maher (No. 3) followed with near-flawless performances, surrendering just one game each in their straight-set routs.
The highlight reel kept rolling as Sarah Lazarchak (No. 5) and Elyssa Tomczyk (No. 6) delivered back-to-back “double bagels,” neither dropping a single game in their dominant 6-0, 6-0 victories. But the day’s most thrilling moment came at No. 1 singles, where Claudia Makarski outlasted Lock Haven’s Maddy Reeves in a second-set tiebreak thriller. Makarski’s 6-4, 7-6 (7-3) win—sealed with a blistering crosscourt winner—capped the Golden Bears’ flawless afternoon.
Lock Haven’s Lone Stand
Lock Haven’s Maddy Reeves emerged as her team’s brightest spot, pushing Makarski to the brink in a marathon second set. Her tenacity electrified the courts, but it wasn’t enough to derail Kutztown’s relentless march.
A Statement Sweep
With this victory, Kutztown (2-2 PSAC East) solidified its reputation as a squad with no weak links. Every Golden Bear contributed to the shutout, combining tactical brilliance with unshakable focus. Lock Haven (0-1 PSAC East), meanwhile, will look to regroup after a tough conference opener.
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