Published: May 05, 2008 09:07 am      

MCC tennis

Following one day of action at the NJCAA National Tennis Championships in Tuscon, Ariz., the Meridian Community College Lady Eagles have amassed nine of a possible 14 points to find themselves in contention.

After receiving a bye in the first round, MCC's Alycia Le Merle met the nation's 5th-ranked player, Hillsborough's (Fla.) Nachell Proctor, and dropped a 6-0, 6-3 decision. In No. 2 singles, MCC's Kelly Sterling defeated Giannina Mulky of Eastern Arizona by a score of 6-1, 6-3.

In No. 3 singles, Meridian's Ashton Hartley defeated Maria Celitti of Johnson County CC 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.

MCC's Katy Shoptaugh advanced in No. 4 singles, toping Victoria Nee from Elgin CC 6-1, 6-2 and MCC's Kayla Daughtrey defeated Jessia Gamelgoff 6-0, 6-2 in No. 5 singles.

Meridian Jodi Webb faced the nation's No. 4 player in No. 6 singles and fell 6-1, 6-2.

At the end of the day, MCC tallied nine points and trailed ABAC, (Ga.), Tyler (Texas), and Hillsborough.

Complete draws and scores can be found at www.randolphtenniscenter.com. Play resumes this morning at 7:30 a.m.