Mission College women's tennis team captures their first state title with help from San Fernando Valley high school players including Kennedy, Granada Hills, Birmingham and West Ranch graduates
*LA Mission College women's tennis team celebrates state championship victory*
Mission College history was made this week when the women's tennis team captured their first CCCAA state title, thanks in large part to standout players from San Fernando Valley high schools.
The Eagles defeated Sierra College 5-4 in the April 22 team final at the 124th annual Ojai Tennis Tournament to complete a perfect 25-0 season.
Five SFV high school players were among the key contributors who helped Mission College secure the championship:
Other local players included:
Columnist Eric Sondheimer of the Los Angeles Times noted this achievement is quite remarkable given that longtime baseball coach Joe Cascione started the women's tennis team at Mission College five years ago.
The doubles championship went to Jaelyn Rivera and Priscilla Grinner who won in a three-set tiebreaker with a 6-7, 6-1, 7-6 (13-11) victory.
The team final featured several SFV players in the lineup including:
This is quite an achievement to win it all with local athletes
Cascione credited his players for their passion and commitment throughout the season.
The event took place at the Ojai Tennis Tournament, the home of the CCCAA State Championships.
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