Jackson, Tenn.- The Blue Mountain Christian University men's tennis team competed against Freed-Hardeman, turning in several strong individual performances despite falling in the overall team result.
In doubles play, Adriaan Engelbrecht and Luis Lainer battled closely at the No. 1 position before dropping a competitive 6-4 decision. 
Caleb Rogers and Craig Blevins also competed hard in their match but fell 6-3. 
The Toppers found success at No. 3 doubles where Pablo Cruz and Kevin Kotzé earned a strong 6-2 victory to give Blue Mountain momentum heading into singles competition.
In singles action, Engelbrecht delivered a solid performance with a straight-set win of 6-3, 6-4. Kotzé also added a point for the Toppers with a convincing 6-2, 6-3 victory. Cruz played one of the closest matches of the day, battling into a tight tiebreak before narrowly falling 10-8.
Luis Langerholz, Shiraam Anbanantan, and Rogers continued to compete hard in their respective matches against a tough Freed-Hardeman lineup.
Blue Mountain will look to build on the positives from the match as the Toppers continue their season.
 
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