Charleston, W.Va. — The West Liberty University women's tennis team saw its 2025 season come to a close on Saturday, falling to top-seeded University of Charleston in the semifinal round of the Mountain East Conference Tournament.

The fourth-seeded Hilltoppers battled hard but ultimately dropped a 4-0 decision to the Golden Eagles, who are ranked No. 1 in the MEC and one of the top teams in the region.

Charleston claimed the doubles point with wins at the No. 2 and No. 3 spots before the match at No. 1 was halted. In singles play, the Golden Eagles secured victories at the No. 4, No. 5, and No. 6 positions to clinch the match.

Despite the loss, the Hilltoppers' return to postseason play marked an important step forward for the program, which was reinstated this season after a one-year hiatus. Earning a spot in the MEC semifinals highlights the team's resilience and strong foundation as West Liberty looks to build momentum and continue developing in the years ahead.

MEC Women's Tennis Semifinals — May 3, 2025
#1 Charleston def. #4 West Liberty, 4-0

Doubles:
No. 1 – Martinez/Larsson (UC) vs. Aderemi/Martirosyan (WLU), 4-1 (unfinished)
No. 2 – Krasikova/Connor (UC) def. Gibson/Pasco (WLU), 6-0
No. 3 – Glaves/Hondiashvili (UC) def. Camilletti/Freeman (WLU), 6-0

Singles:
No. 1 – Sara Martinez (UC) vs. Evelina Martirosyan (WLU), 1-6 (unfinished)
No. 2 – Sofiia Krasikova (UC) vs. Omolade Aderemi (WLU), 6-0, 3-0 (unfinished)
No. 3 – Michelle Connor (UC) vs. Gabrielle Pasco (WLU), 6-0, 4-0 (unfinished)
No. 4 – Filippa Larsson (UC) def. Kaylex Gibson (WLU), 6-0, 6-0
No. 5 – Riva Hondiasvilli (UC) def. Mia Camilletti (WLU), 6-0, 6-0
No. 6 – Harriet Glaves (UC) def. Kylee Freeman (WLU), 6-0, 6-0

Order of Finish: 6, 5, 4