Wake Forest University
South Carolina
Wake Forest Returns Home For Doubleheader
2/4/2022 10:13:00 AM | Women's Tennis
Non-conference play continues for the Deacs.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - This weekend, spectators will have the opportunity to spend their Saturday (Feb. 5) with Wake Forest women's tennis, as the Demon Deacons are set to host a second doubleheader of the spring season.
South Carolina (1-2) and Campbell University (1-2) come to town for competition, with Wake Forest playing the Gamecocks first at 11 a.m. before finishing the tilt against the Camels.
The Deacs sit at 2-2 overall, coming off an appearance at the annual Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Kickoff Weekend, in which they made it to the regional final.
Saturday will only be the second all-time meeting between Wake Forest and Campbell, as the former won in a sweep last year. South Carolina has taken the previous four matchups over the Deacs.
Match Times
Saturday (Feb. 5) - Wake Forest vs. South Carolina - 11 a.m.
Saturday (Feb. 5) - Wake Forest vs. Campbell - 3:30 p.m.
Fan Information
Fans are reminded to use caution for road closures and detours near Weaver Fertilizer Plant.
All patrons ages 12 and older will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination OR a negative COVID-19 PCR or rapid test taken within 48 hours of the event in order to enter the Indoor Tennis Center.
Fans attending matches at the Indoor Tennis Center are encouraged to arrive early with the addition of the following health and safety measures.
Prior to entry, fans must either:
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Show their vaccination card or photo or digital image with name and dosage history.
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Digital or photos of vaccination cards are acceptable.
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OR
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Show their printed or digital negative COVID-19 PCR or rapid test.
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For more information on testing sites, please visit: https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/about-covid-19/testing/find-my-testing-place
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Individuals who cannot provide proof of vaccination or a valid negative COVID-19 test according to the conditions outlined above will not be allowed to enter Wake Forest Athletics indoor events.
Fans are encouraged to read the press release with this announcement and this FAQ to learn more about this policy.
Wake Forest understands fans may have questions, and they are encouraged to email wfsports@wfu.edu, call the Wake Forest Ticket Office at 336-758-3322 ext. 1 during regular business hours, contact a Deacon Club staff member, or their account executive, for assistance.
Weekend Theme
Saturday's doubleheader will feature 'International Day' for women's tennis. The event's theme includes a giveaway of free Wake Forest tennis t-shirts and flags, available to the first 100 fans in attendance.
Last Time Out
Wake Forest 4, Northwestern 2 (Jan. 29)
Stepping into a weekend that was up for grabs for all involved, Wake Forest women's tennis took care of business during its first day of the annual ITA Kickoff Weekend. Matched up against Northwestern University, the Demon Deacons clinched the doubles point before totaling three wins in singles.
Two groups of doubles - No. 2 Anna Brylin/Brooke Killingsworth and No. 15 Samantha Martinelli/Casie Wooten - each found themselves in tight battles, taking a 4-3 lead in their respective matches. Nevertheless, Martinelli and Wooten reached a first win of the afternoon (6-3) before Brylin and Killingsworth finished shortly afterward with a 6-3 result of their own.
Wooten was the first Wake Forest player to win both a set and victory in singles, downing Sydney Pratt in a dominant second set (6-4, 6-1). After falling short in set one, No. 75 Anna Campana dominated during her second frame en route to a standout win. Being one of two final Deacs remaining, Brylin stayed heady through two sets before eventually winning due to a code violation. Her match secured the victory for Wake Forest.
NC State 4, Wake Forest 0 (Jan. 30)
The ITA Kickoff Regional Championship took up Sunday evening (Jan. 30) for Wake Forest, as the Demon Deacons matched up with a familiar conference foe, No. 8 NC State (5-0). The Wolfpack would end the day remaining undefeated with a 4-0 decision that secured a berth to the ITA National Team Indoor Championships being held next month in Madison, Wisconsin.
NC State won the first match in doubles play (6-1). Down 0-2 in third doubles, Peyton Pesavento and Saby Nihalani tied up their match by winning back-to-back games. Competition became tight for the next pair of games (3-3) before the duo fell in three straight. No. 2 Anna Brylin/Brooke Killingsworth stayed ahead for nearly the entirety of their doubles match, which ended unfinished.
No. 58 Casie Wooten became the first Demon Deacon to capture a set win in singles for the second day in a row. After about an hour playing in singles, NC State increased its advantage to 2-0 after winning on court three. No. 35 Carolyn Campana fought hard in first singles but eventually fell to No. 8 Jaeda Daniel in two sets, which bumped the Wolfpack's lead to 3-0. Another NC State member, No. 25 Abigail Rencheli, sealed the evening in a two-set finish of her own over No. 75 Anna Campana.
Remaining in the Rankings
A few members on Wake Forest's roster still have their names listed within current ITA rankings:
Singles:
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No. 35 Carolyn Campana
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No. 58 Casie Wooten
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No. 75 Anna Campana
Doubles:
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No. 15 Samantha Martinelli/Casie Wooten
Scouting the Opposition
After dropping its first two contests of 2022, South Carolina defeated Princeton, 4-2, last Sunday (Jan. 30). The Gamecocks have a standout first-year in Sarah Hamner, the No. 2 singles player in the nation. Additional ranked members include Ayana Akli (No. 28) and Megan Davies (No. 118). Last season, Davies was named to the All-SEC Second Team and SEC All-Tournament Team as a senior. She and Allie Grekowski stand at No. 37 in doubles. Entering this spring, South Carolina received votes to be placed in the ITA Preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll.
Likewise to South Carolina, Campbell also most recently picked up a team win (6-1 vs. Georgetown) after falling in each of its first two season matches. A doubles duo of Rhona Cook and Mialy Ranaivo has tallied a pair of wins. Campbell's entire eight-person roster consists of underclassmen. The Camels went 4-8 overall in 2020-21, including a 2-3 mark in the Big South Conference.
Up Next
Wake Forest will take a week off from match play after Saturday's matches before holding another doubleheader on Feb. 19, involving Furman University and North Carolina Central.
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