ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — Playing three matches in three days had taken its toll physically for the New Mexico Lobos women’s tennis team in Spokane, Washington on Sunday, absorbing a 4-0 sweep from the Gonzaga Bulldogs.
The Lobos closed the three-match stretch with a 2-1 record. They struggled to keep the momentum on their side after a back-to-back win against Idaho and South Dakota.
UNM slid to 5-2 overall but showed resilience despite the lopsided final score, according to Go Lobos website.
Gonzaga scored first by securing the doubles point with two decisive victories.
New Mexico struggled to find its rhythm as the Bulldogs posted 6-0 and 6-1 wins, taking the early 1-0 edge. The Lobos had to reshuffle their lineup due to injuries.
The Zags (5-2) dominated the singles play, collecting straight victories at No. 1, No. 2, and No. 4 to win the dual match.
The Lobos, on the other hand, competed point-for-point in several games, struggling to convert crucial deuce opportunities — a factor that allowed Gonzaga to close out the sets with no extended pressure.
New Mexico returns home with confidence after the weekend despite the loss. It will play on Friday against in-state rival New Mexico State Aggies for a four-game homestand match.