The St. Lawrence University women's tennis team's season came to an end on Thursday, as No. 3 seeded Vassar defeated the second-seeded Saints 5-2 in the semifinal round of the Liberty League tournament at Sammis Tennis Courts.
With the win, Vassar advances to face top-seeded Skidmore for the league title and an automatic NCAA tournament bid.
"I'm really proud of what the women have been able to accomplish this season," said Saints' head coach
Neil Caniga. "It's always tough to end the year on a loss, but I think we're headed in the right direction and I'm looking forward to the future."
Vassar took a 2-1 lead after the doubles rounds, winning at No. 1 and No. 2.
Meredith Macey and
Gabriella Dadoly won at No. 3 for the Saints.
Caitlyn Avery briefly tied the match with a quick 6-1, 6-0 win at No. 6 singles for the Saints, but Vassar reeled off wins at No. 2, No. 4 and No. 3 singles to clinch the win.
Meredith Macey was leading her No. 5 singles match 6-1, 5-4, when the match was suspended.
Vassar improved to 5-1, while the Saints finished the year 6-3.
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