The Varsity girls Tennis team underwent major changes due to a conference decision to change the format of the team.

“I think it was a good change for the most part,” coach Kellie Voyles said. “It was tough to start out and definitely a challenging change, but the girls are adapting well.”

Originally the team consisted of four singles and three doubles with a total of 10 girls on Varsity. With this year’s change there are now six singles and three doubles with a total of eight girls on Varsity. In addition to the Varsity changes to the format, the JV team now consists of two singles players and two doubles teams. One of the perks of the new format is that the JV team is now in the running for a spot in the GAC tournament.

“It was definitely time to step up our game with this new format,” senior Briona Perry said. “I do feel like we have pulled together as a team to pull off this transition.”

Even with such a difficult switch, the team went on to win their first match against Fort Zumwalt North with a overall team score of 7-0. Most players walked off the court with a sense of accomplishment knowing that all of their hard work during practices paid off.

“I have a good feeling about this season,” Voyles said. “We have a great group of leaders. They really are taking on the new change and helping each other with the transition. Not only are they focused on their own players but they’re also reaching out to the JV and freshmen to create a solid team.”

Nicole Renner