NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State women's tennis team captured its first win of the spring season Friday afternoon against EIU. The Redbirds won 5-2 over the Panthers in their first of two matches this weekend.
The 'Birds captured the doubles point to go up 1-0 in the contest. Senior Laura Arciniegas pushed the lead to 2-0 after taking down Esa Kavtaradez 6-2, 6-3, in the No. 6 spot. Senior Natalia Bravo was next, defeating Christine Gouws 7-6, 6-3 at the No. 2 spot. Juniors Laura Fitzgerald and Ivon Mihaleva finished the match for the 'Birds, securing wins at the No.