GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Greensboro College men's tennis team fell to the Cougars of Averett University in their first match of 2019 Saturday 9-1.
 
In doubles action, Landon Murray and Paul Bauberger fell at the No.2 doubles spot by a 8-1 score while Phillip Deutsch and Nicholas Coleman fell at No.1 doubles by a 8-0 score.
 
In singles action, Greensboro fell in each match by scores of 6-0 and 6-0.
 
"We started out strong in our doubles matches," Coach Josh Greer said. "We fought hard but came out short in both matches.
 
"In singles we won a lot of points but made some mistakes that Averett was able to capitalize on. I am real proud of the way our guys performed considering we gave up three points out of the gate."
 
The Pride men will return to action March 27 when they host William Peace University. For more information on Greensboro College men's tennis, continue to follow www.greensborocollegesports.com.