The Second Preseason Surge is in the Books!
February 16, 2025: Team Atlanta came out on top against Team Knoxville with a 218-171 victory.
The competition was fierce in Women’s Singles, with Knoxville pushing Atlanta to the limit. Down by a point at 54-53 and with just 30 seconds left on the clock, team captain Michaela Gordon delivered a clutch winner to secure the win for Atlanta. Men’s Singles saw Atlanta extend its lead to 109-138, while Knoxville fought hard in Mixed Doubles, but Atlanta stayed in control to close out the match with a final score of 218-171.
The energy, intensity, and high-level tennis kept fans fully engaged from start to finish.
Match Highlights
- Women’s Singles: A showcase of incredible tennis with both teams battling for every point. Captain Michaela Gordon wasn’t going to allow defeat on home court—even down a point with 30 seconds left, she delivered under pressure to secure the win.
- Men’s Singles: Atlanta extended its lead to 138-109, continuing its strong performance as Trent Bryde and George Coupland defeated Hunter Reese and Nathan Pasha.
- Mixed Doubles: A fast-paced and competitive showdown, but Team Atlanta kept the momentum and sealed the win, finishing at 218-171.
Consistent High-Level Tennis
The INTENNSE format continues to deliver action-packed, high-energy tennis. This match featured 389 total points, maintaining the rapid pace of the first preseason event (363 points). This level of consistency highlights the intensity of the format—more points played, more players involved, and less downtime compared to traditional tennis.
