The Hampden Charter School of Science East girls’ tennis team had an impressive win against Frontier, despite losing two of the final three matches on Tuesday. The team secured a five-set victory, with standout performances from Iyanla Lewis, Tiffany Munga, and the second doubles team of Esther Ehle and Kayla Fagan.
Iyanla Lewis started the matchup with a quick two-set win against Hashini Ratnatunge, giving the home team an early advantage. Teammate Tiffany Munga followed suit with a victory over Isabella Sibley. However, Thanushi Ratnatuge from Frontier kept the Red Hawks in the game with a win against Lailah Whitley in the final singles matchup.
The second doubles team of Esther Ehle and Kayla Fagan secured a crucial win in consecutive sets, but the first doubles team of Jasmine Ortega and Saryah Brantley sealed the victory for Hampden Charter School of Science East. This victory marked only the fourth set the team has lost all season, maintaining their undefeated record at 5-0.
Looking ahead, Hampden Charter School of Science East will take their momentum on the road against Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School. Meanwhile, Frontier will aim to turn things around in their upcoming match against Greenfield.