Creighton Defeats Air Force in Friday Matchup
In a closely contested match on Friday, Creighton defeated Air Force in men’s tennis with a score of 4-3. The event took place at the Hanscom Tennis Courts in Omaha, Nebraska. This victory improved Creighton’s record to 3-0, while Air Force fell to 1-1 for the season.
Match Overview
The competition began with the doubles matches, where Air Force initially secured a win. AJ Moore and Langdon Tingleaf triumphed at court No. 2, defeating Yuma Daijima and Kirtan Patel by a score of 6-4. However, Creighton bounced back as Rocky McKenzie and Jack McMahon won at No. 1 against Jack Brown and Tyler Leaird, also with a 6-4 score.
The decisive moment came down to court No. 3, where Zachary Kuo and Mathis Dahler emerged victorious over Phillip Deaton and Alec Fritzinger. This match concluded in a tense tiebreak, with the final score of 7-6 (13-11), allowing Creighton to take the doubles point.
Singles Competition
The singles matches were equally nail-biting, culminating in a 3-3 split between the teams. Creighton took the lead early with a win at No. 1. Nevertheless, Air Force quickly retaliated. Alec Fritzinger dominated his match at No. 4, defeating Kuo in straight sets 6-1, 6-2. AJ Moore followed suit, overcoming McKenzie at No. 3 with scores of 6-4 and 6-1.
Despite Air Force’s efforts, Creighton clinched the match by winning at No. 6 and No. 5. Mathis Dahler defeated Langdon Tingleaf in a tough battle, closing the match 2-6, 6-1, 6-4. The Falcons managed to secure a final victory as Brown came back from a set down to defeat Patel at No. 2, finishing 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.
Results Summary
| Match Type | Air Force Result | Creighton Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doubles No. 1 | Lost | Won | 6-4 |
| Doubles No. 2 | Won | Lost | 6-4 |
| Doubles No. 3 | Lost | Won | 7-6 (13-11) |
| Singles No. 1 | Lost | Won | 6-4, 6-1 |
| Singles No. 2 | Won | Lost | 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 |
| Singles No. 3 | Won | Lost | 6-4, 6-1 |
| Singles No. 4 | Won | Lost | 6-1, 6-2 |
| Singles No. 5 | Lost | Won | 6-2, 6-4 |
| Singles No. 6 | Lost | Won | 2-6, 6-1, 6-4 |
Looking ahead, Air Force is set to return to action on February 1 against Nebraska, with hopes of improving their record.
