Central College Women's Tennis Team Defeats St. Ambrose

Dutch win four of six singles matches in season-opening victory

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The Central College women's tennis team defeated Saint Ambrose University 4-3 in their first match of the spring season. Central won four of the six singles matches, including a three-set victory at No. 2 singles by Lauren Gano. The Dutch also picked up wins at No. 4, 5, and 6 singles, as well as the No. 2 doubles match.

Why it matters

This early-season victory is an encouraging start for the Central College women's tennis team as they look to build momentum heading into conference play. The team's depth was on display, with contributions from players across the lineup.

The details

Central won four of the six singles matches, including a 6-4, 4-6, 1-0 victory at No. 2 singles by Lauren Gano. Emily Blom (No. 4), Sidney Peterson (No. 5), and Rebekah Christensen (No. 6) also picked up singles wins for the Dutch. In doubles, the No. 2 tandem of Jenna Mitsuko Mahoney and Claire Smock won 6-2, but Central lost the doubles point.

  • The match took place on Friday, March 7, 2026.
  • Central's next match is scheduled for March 24, 2026 against Willamette University.

The players

Lauren Gano

A Central College women's tennis player who won her No. 2 singles match in three sets.

Emily Blom

A Central College women's tennis player who won her No. 4 singles match 6-4, 6-2.

Sidney Peterson

A Central College women's tennis player who won her No. 5 singles match 6-2, 6-2.

Rebekah Christensen

A Central College women's tennis player who won her No. 6 singles match 6-1, 6-2.

Jenna Mitsuko Mahoney

A Central College women's tennis player who teamed up with Claire Smock to win the No. 2 doubles match 6-2.

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What’s next

Central's next match is scheduled for March 24, 2026 when they host Willamette University.

The takeaway

This early-season victory demonstrates the depth of the Central College women's tennis team, with contributions from players across the lineup. The Dutch will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for conference play.