North Florida`s men`s tennis team upset Lipscomb, while FIU women advanced in the CUSA Championships, showcasing strong performances.

North Florida`s men`s tennis team pulled off a thrilling upset against Lipscomb, winning 4-2 in the ASUN Championship quarterfinals at the UNF Tennis Complex in Jacksonville, Florida. Seeded No. 5, North Florida initially lost the doubles point but rebounded strongly in singles, capturing five of six first sets. Freshmen Youssef Labbene, Jean Deloziere, and Joao Portugal were instrumental in the victory, with Portugal and Andreas Scott sealing the match with crucial second-set wins of 6-4. Scott`s singles victory over Giovanni Ciocca and Labbene`s commanding win against Juan Lombisano highlighted North Florida`s dominance.

In other tournament action, the Samford men`s tennis team advanced to the Southern Conference semifinals with a decisive 4-1 win over UNC Greensboro at The Champions Club in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Samford`s strong performance included securing the doubles point and notable singles victories from J.B. Pickard and Darcy Nicholls, with Hayden Menon clinching the match.

On the women`s side, Florida International University (FIU) showcased their prowess by defeating New Mexico State 4-0 in the Conference USA Championships quarterfinals in Lynchburg, Virginia. Valery Gynina, the 2024 CUSA Tournament Most Outstanding Player, led the charge with a dominant singles performance, contributing to FIU`s pursuit of a third consecutive title.

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