Westonka Girls Tennis Team Sees Early Season Success

The Westonka White Hawks girls tennis team took flight at the North/South Tournament in Park Rapids on August 21, soaring to a 2-1 record. The White Hawks defeated Crookston 5-2 and Perham 4-3 before falling 6-1 to tournament host Park Rapids.

At the White Hawks’ own doubles tournament on August 24, the varsity squad kept soaring, defeating Waconia 5-1, Hutchinson 4-2, and Shakopee 4-2. Ella Schaefer and Annika Christoph finished undefeated with 3-0 records, while Audrey Cordahl, Sadie Mulder, and Brooks Hendricks matched them at 3-0.

The White Hawks returned to the courts on August 26 and edged Annandale 4-3 in a varsity match that came down to one final doubles contest. With the team score hanging in the balance, the White Hawks pulled off the victory in tiebreaker at No. 1 doubles. Maddie Schley and Annika Christoph earned singles victories, while Ella Salvati and Ellie Schaefer won 6-4, 4-6, (10-3) at No. 1 doubles. Addie Bryan and Reagan Van Blaricon also battled to a three-set victory at No. 2 doubles, winning 7-5, 3-6, (10-6).

The JV team also had a strong showing at home on August 26, defeating Annandale 5-2. The JV players competed with energy and consistency throughout the match, earning valuable experience while contributing to a successful day for the White Hawks program. Their performance reflected the team’s depth and continued development across the lineup.

 The White Hawks then traveled to Chaska on August 27, where the varsity team earned a 6-1 victory. At No. 1 singles, Maddie Schley fought for a 7-6 (9-7) first-set win before securing the match 6-3. Annika Christoph won 6-3, 6-0 at No. 3 singles, and Abby Sells picked up a win at No. 4 singles in a match tiebreaker, 6-4, 6-7, (10-5). Westonka swept all three varsity doubles matches: Ella Salvati and Ellie Schaefer won 6-2, 6-1 at No. 1 doubles; Addie Bryan and Reagan Van Blaricon won 6-1, 6-2 at No. 2 doubles; and Audrey Cordahl and Lily Kiner rallied back for a 5-7, 6-2, (10-8) victory at No. 3 doubles.  

The JV team also defeated Chaska 5-2. The JV team has also started the season strong, improving to 2-0 with wins over Annandale and Chaska. The young White Hawks have shown depth, consistency, and plenty of promise early in the season. With the JV squad looking strong, the future appears bright for Westonka girls tennis for years to come. 

Coming up next, both the varsity and JV teams will be at home against Rockford on Tuesday, September 1, and Jordan on Thursday, September 3. On Tuesday, September 8, the varsity team will travel to Chanhassen while the JV team hosts Chanhassen at home, with both matches beginning at 4:15 p.m. The White Hawks will then travel to Southwest Christian on Thursday, September 10, with both varsity and JV matches beginning at 4:15 p.m.

All home matches begin at 4:15 p.m. on Westonka’s beautiful new tennis courts. Come down and cheer on the Lady White Hawks!