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Ellinwood Eagles Capture Second Straight Panther Tennis Title
Boys tennis team dominates Great Bend Invitational for third year in a row.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:04am
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The Ellinwood Eagles boys tennis team won the Great Bend Tennis Invitational for the second consecutive year, continuing their recent dominance of the annual tournament. The Eagles secured first-place finishes in both the No. 1 and No. 2 doubles competitions, while also earning third-place results in the No. 1 and No. 2 singles events.
Why it matters
Ellinwood's tennis program has emerged as a regional powerhouse, winning the Great Bend Invitational title three years in a row. This sustained success reflects the strength of the school's tennis coaching and the dedication of its student-athletes, positioning the Eagles as a team to watch in future high school tennis competitions.
The details
In the No. 1 doubles event, the Ellinwood duo of Ty Hammeke and Ethan Schlochtermier finished in first place with a 3-0 record. The No. 2 doubles team of Phillip Penner and Christopher Rugan also claimed the top spot, going 3-0. Dominic Martinez and Grey Ringwald, Ellinwood's No. 1 and No. 2 singles players, both earned third-place finishes.
- The Great Bend Tennis Invitational took place on Saturday, April 5, 2026.
- Ellinwood has now won the tournament title for three consecutive years.
The players
Ty Hammeke
Member of Ellinwood's first-place No. 1 doubles team.
Ethan Schlochtermier
Member of Ellinwood's first-place No. 1 doubles team.
Phillip Penner
Member of Ellinwood's first-place No. 2 doubles team.
Christopher Rugan
Member of Ellinwood's first-place No. 2 doubles team.
Dominic Martinez
Ellinwood's No. 1 singles player, who finished third.
Grey Ringwald
Ellinwood's No. 2 singles player, who finished third.
The takeaway
Ellinwood's tennis program has established itself as a regional force, winning the prestigious Great Bend Invitational for the third straight year. This sustained success reflects the strength of the school's coaching, the dedication of its student-athletes, and the Eagles' status as a team to watch in future high school tennis competitions.
