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LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Freshman
Kirsten Prelle posted her second win in as many days to reach the round of 32 before bowing out of the main draw in a quality day of action for the UTEP tennis team at the ITA Mountain Regional Tournament Thursday.
Prelle waxed Wiktoria Nosek (Boise State), 6-1, 6-1, in the round of 64. She then squared off with fifth-seed Alexandra Pisareva (Utah State), playing well before ultimately being edged, 6-4, 7-5.
"This was a great first regional tournament for Kirsten (Prelle)," UTEP head coach
Ivan Fernandez said. "She had chances in both sets vs. the No. 5 seed but just couldn't close it out. It's a great learning experience for her."
Prelle/
Milena Baigorria's run in the main draw of doubles ended after the duo fell, 8-1, to Ashleigh Harvey/Meredith Jones (Air Force).
Erandi Martinez/
Rine Nozaki tasted victory in the back draw, downing Cali Fuller/McKenna Lloyd (Weber State), 6-3.
The Orange and Blue will be back on the courts at the event on Friday.
