Baylor Women’s Tennis Rolls Past Brown with Convincing 5-2 Victory in Boston
BOSTON - Baylor women’s tennis bounced back in a big way Friday, delivering a commanding 5-2 win over Brown at Harvard’s Murr Tennis Center. From the first serve to the final point, the Bears looked locked in, dominating doubles and riding that momentum straight through singles to even their season record at 3-3.
Fast Start in Doubles Sets the Tone
Baylor wasted no time asserting itself in doubles play. On Court 1, the pairing of Zuzanna Kubacha and Neda Rahimkani came out firing, cruising to a 6-1 win that set the tone for the afternoon.
Not long after, Na Dong and Mu-Jie Tzeng sealed the doubles point with a 6-3 win on Court 2. Just like that, Baylor was up 1-0 and in control.
That early edge wasn’t just about getting on the board-it was about establishing rhythm, confidence, and pressure. And the Bears carried all three into singles.
Singles Dominance: Baylor Slams the Door Early
Na Dong kept the energy high in singles, striking first with a clean 6-3, 6-2 win on Court 2. Her aggressive baseline play and steady composure gave Baylor a quick 2-0 lead.
Kubacha followed with a statement win of her own on Court 1, overpowering her opponent 6-2, 6-2. The senior showed why she’s a top-line player, dictating rallies and keeping Brown on the defensive.
The clincher came from Kennedy Gibbs on Court 3. With a 6-2, 6-3 victory, she sealed the match for Baylor-giving the Bears their third straight singles win and a 4-0 overall lead.
Even with the match decided, the fight didn’t stop.
Competitive Finishes Round Out the Day
On Court 6, Luna Ivkovic battled in a tight first set but ultimately dropped her match 6-4, 6-1. Over on Court 4, Mu-Jie Tzeng added another point for Baylor in a gritty three-setter, winning 6-3, 5-7, 1-0 (2). Her ability to regroup after dropping the second set was a testament to her resilience and focus.
Alian Zack wrapped up the day on Court 5 with one of the most competitive matches of the afternoon. After splitting the first two sets, Zack pushed the deciding tiebreak to the limit before falling 1-0 (12). It was a tough loss, but a gutsy performance that showed the depth and fight in this Baylor lineup.
Up Next: A Sunday Showdown with Harvard
The Bears won’t have to travel far for their next test. They’ll stay in Cambridge to take on Harvard this Sunday at the Murr Tennis Center.
First serve is set for 10:30 a.m. CT, and fans can follow the action with live stats and streaming online.
With Friday’s strong showing behind them, Baylor heads into Sunday’s matchup with momentum and confidence-and a chance to build on a performance that showcased both talent and tenacity.