by James Zajaczkowski ‘15
After being tested throughout a long, successful regular season campaign, the Wildcat Tennis Team now looks ahead to postseason play. After finishing their schedule with a record of 16-4, the Cats received the #8 team ranking in the state of Ohio in the most recent Tennis Coaches Association state poll. The spot is well deserved with all three losses coming against quality programs (Lexington, Copley, St. Xavier, Walsh Jesuit) by scores of 2-3. They also finished second in both the St. Edward and Medina Doubles tournaments, adding to the list of accomplishments.
Led behind the strong push of Sophomore Nate Griffin, the Varsity Wildcats really hit their stride by winning 11 matches as a team in a row from April 23rd to May 8th. Strong doubles play has been key from the junior duo of Christian Zuber and Yao Boakye. Credit is due all throughout the roster and must be given to other singles players Karl Fehn and Sean Frebes, as well as the other doubles group consisting of Bobby Kirchner and Nick Siciliano. Everyone has been more than able to handle their spots, and the team’s depth has been apparent. Each and every one of the players and members of the coaching staff has played an important role this year.
Singles players Nate Griffin (District champion) and Sean Frebes, as well as doubles teams of Christian Zuber/Yao Boakye and Bob Kirchner/Nick Siciliano all advanced through the Sectional Tournament that was held at Oberlin College. OHSAA playoff action continues as the District tournament will run Thursday and Saturday. The Tennis Cats look to continue their hot streak through the State playoffs, where Griffin looks to return after his excellent performance last year. Hopefully even more Wildcats can make the run further into May and do their best representing Saint Ignatius. Stay tuned for updates on the postseason run for your Varsity A Tennis Team. More information can be found here.
