Women's Tennis Defeat Golden Eagles In Morgan's Message Match

LAKELAND, Fla. – The Florida Southern College women's tennis team hosted the University of Charleston for a midweek match defeating the Golden Eagels 4-1 to come back in singles action.

Prior to the match, FSC opened with a recognition of student-athlete mental health honoring Morgan's Message, advocating for student-athlete mental health. 

The Moccasins (2-2) fell in doubles action as number one and two doubles won for the Golden Eagles (7-2) while FSC number three pair of Annika Berrendorf and Jolie Miller defeated their opponent 6-2.  

In singles action, FSC knew they had fight from falling in doubles, Emily Jennewein collected the first win to tie the game 1-1 with a  6-0, 6-4 straight sets win. Olivia Bryant followed in the top court defeating her opponent 6-2, 6-1 to go up 2-1.

Securing another point for FSC, was Beatriz Costa on the number two court fighting in a 7-6 (7-3), 6-1 tie to make it 3-1 looking to capture the win was Ronja Scheuermann winning by in three sets, 3-6, 6-0, 6-4 as the Mocs win 4-1.

Florida Southern will hit the road traveling up to Hilton Head, S.C. on the annual spring break trip. The matches and times will be announced at a later time, go to fscmocs.com for the latest information.   
 

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About Morgan's Message
Morgan's Message® amplifies stories, resources, and expertise to confront student-athlete mental health, builds a community by and for athletes, and provides a platform for advocacy. The goal is to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. We aim to expand mental health dialogue by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. For a more extensive list of mental health and suicide prevention resources, please visit: www.morgansmessage.org/resources
About The Hidden Opponent - Olivia Bryant, Ambassador
The Hidden Opponent is an accredited nonprofit and advocacy group dedicated to raising awareness for student-athlete mental health. Through advocacy, education, and support, our goal is to end mental health stigma in sports culture. ?Although a growing number of athletes have started speaking out about their struggles, an estimated 92% of colleges still don't have adequate support for athletes. Mental and physical health remain on separate playing fields. For more information, visit www.thehiddenopponent.org
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