CSU Vikings Make Strong Showing at ITA All-American Championships
CHICAGO, IL – Several Cleveland State University men’s tennis players advanced through rounds at the ITA All-American Championships, held October 19-22, 2023, demonstrating the program’s growing competitiveness on a national stage. The tournament, a cornerstone of the collegiate tennis calendar, draws top players from across the country, providing a crucial early-season test and seeding opportunities for later championships.
The Vikings began with success in doubles play, as Maxime Aremon and Tristan Stine defeated the Drexel duo of Giles and Cano with a score of 6-4. In the opening round of singles competition, Nico jamison overcame Dimitri Moriarty of Western Michigan in a tightly contested match, 6-4, 6-7(5), 1-0(3). Aremon also secured a victory against Matej Kajzer of Western Michigan, winning 6-0, 5-7, 1-0(7), while Devin Boyer battled past Jack Davison of Western michigan, 7-5, 5-7, 1-0(6). Cole Chappel added to CSU’s success with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Oscar Corwin of Western Michigan, and Stine defeated Arnesh Singh of Butler, 6-7(4), 6-2, 1-0(2).
The second round of singles play saw mixed results for the Vikings. Tim Riedel of Western Michigan defeated Chappel, 6-4, 6-2. Thomas Giles of Drexel edged past Aremon in a three-set match, 4-6, 6-2, 1-0(8).Boyer continued his strong performance, defeating Rahulniket Konakanchi of Butler, 6-2, 6-7(4), 1-0(9).Though, Nico Jamison fell to Evan Lee of Notre Dame, 6-2, 6-1, and Sven Moser of Drexel defeated Tristan Stine, 6-2, 7-5.
These early-round victories and competitive showings position the Cleveland State Vikings favorably as they continue their fall season, building momentum toward the spring championship schedule. The ITA All-American Championships serve as a vital proving ground for players seeking to improve their national rankings and gain confidence heading into the remainder of the collegiate tennis season.
