Clarksville, Ark.-The vlog men's and women's tennis teams opened the 2009 season in the Hendrix College Invitational February 14 in Conway.
In men’s action, John Brown narrowly defeated the Eagles 5-4. Brandon Carlson (4-6, 6-4, 10-4), Mike Laws (6-3, 6-1) and Mike Slider (6-2, 6-3) all posted wins in singles action. Slider and Huy Do teamed up for a 8-6 doubles win. Against Hendrix, the Eagles fell victim to the host school 8-1. Aaron Alderman won his singles match 8-2.
On the women’s side, John Brown took a 6-3 win Saturday. #1 singles player Lea Rana defeated her opponent 6-3, 7-6. #2 player Briar Vona handed her opponent a 6-4, 6-3 setback. In doubles play Rana and Lauren Jardieu posted a 8-4 victory. Against Hendrix, the Warriors took a 6-3 victory. Jardieu beat her opponent 6-2, 6-0 and Brittany Hein also posted a singles win 6-3, 6-1. Vona and Hein picked up a 8-3 win to give Ozarks a doubles win.
Ozarks will host UA-Fort Smith February 24 and Austin College February 27.
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