ANNVILLE, Pa. - The Messiah women's tennis team fell 9-0 to the Lebanon Valley College Dutchmen Tuesday afternoon to drop to 1-6 on the season. The Dutchmen got off to a great start in doubles play, winning all three courts while only dropping eight total games to take a 3-0 lead.

In singles, the Falcons struggled to get anything going against a tough Dutchmen squad, losing all six courts to fall in the match 9-0. They will be back in action on Saturday afternoon when they host the visiting Hood College Blazers in Grantham at 1:00 p.m.

Doubles Play
As mentioned, the Falcons dropped all three courts during doubles play. Rachel Marcroft and Rebekah Sheaffer were able to claim four games on court two, before ultimately falling to their opponents 8-4.

Singles Play
Despite the Dutchmen claiming all six courts, the Falcons had some notable performances. Hannah Kapchinske won five total games on court six to lead the Falcons while Rachel Marcroft claimed four games on court three. Rebekah Sheaffer also was able to take three games in her match on court four.

What's Up Next
As mentioned, the loss drops Messiah to 1-6 overall heading into their final two matches of the regular season. Both these matches come at home in Grantham on Criste Courts. The Falcons will look to get back on track Saturday afternoon when they host the Hood College Blazers at 1:00 p.m.