Colorado College opened its season at Air Force on Saturday, and despite losing all seven points, the experience of playing Division I opponents should pay dividends throughout the 2009 season.
Jordan Evans had the Tigers' best showing, dropping a 6-2, 6-3 decision to Allie Chermel at No. 1 singles.
The No. 2 singles match was nearly as good, with
Kelsey Smith falling 6-2, 6-1 to Christen Monreal.
A pair of first-year players -
Deanna Thirkell and
Vita Emery - made their collegiate debuts at No. 3 and No. 6 singles, respectively.
Evans and
Britt Swenson came out on the short end of an 8-2 score at No. 1 doubles
The Falcons improved to 3-5.
Colorado College will return to action on Feb. 18 when the Tigers play host to Division II Metropolitan State College.
Results
Doubles
1. Katrina Eromin / Erlyn Rudico (AF) def. Swenson / Evans; 8-2
2. Christine Abayan / Cassman (AF) def. Smith / Thirkell; 8-0
