In Waco, Texas, the journey of Baylor women's tennis seniors Liubov Koskenko and Cristina Tiglea begins in the doubles draw of the NCAA Individual Championships. With a first serve time set at 3:30 p.m. CT in the afternoon, they are all set to take on USC's Lily Fairclough and Grace Piper as the fifth-seeded pair against the eighth-seeded opponents.

Baylor Tennis Seniors' Doubles Showdown in Nationals

Doubles Draw Beginnings

The NCAA Individual Championships, a significant event in the tennis calendar, is being held separately from the spring team championships for the first two years in a pilot program. This provides a unique opportunity for individual players to shine. The live streaming on ESPN+ with commentary from Cracked Racquets adds to the excitement. Action started with singles on Tuesday and continues on Wednesday morning at the Hurd. Each draw advances one round per day, building up to the crowning of champions on Sunday, November 24th.

Baylor has a rich history in the NCAA championships. In 2004, they had a notable achievement with one champion. And in 2005, Zuzana Zemenova and Benedikt Dorsch swept the individual singles titles, adding to the school's tennis legacy.

Full information about the tournament can be found at BaylorBears.com. Tickets are still available through the Baylor athletics ticket office, allowing fans to witness this exciting event up close.

Seeded Pair's Opponent

Liubov Koskenko and Cristina Tiglea, the seeded fifth-eight pair, face a tough challenge against USC's Lily Fairclough and Grace Piper. This match is crucial as they aim to progress in the doubles draw and make their mark in the championships. The players bring their skills and determination to the court, ready to give their best in every point.

They have been training hard and are well-prepared for this competition. Their experience and teamwork will play a vital role as they face off against their opponents.

The atmosphere at the Hurd is electric as tennis enthusiasts gather to support the Baylor players. The anticipation is high as the doubles draw unfolds, and everyone is eager to see how these seniors will perform.