SEMO Tennis Defeats Belmont, Eyes Memphis Match

The Redhawks secure a 4-2 victory over Belmont, setting their sights on a match against the University of Memphis on February 21st.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks tennis team continued their strong weekend, securing a 4-2 victory over Belmont University on Saturday. The win marks the second consecutive victory for SEMO, following a dominant 7-0 sweep of Missouri-St. Louis. The Redhawks established early control by claiming the doubles point and carried that momentum into the singles competition, where they secured wins at the No. 2, No. 5, and No. 6 slots, each in straight sets.

Why it matters

The victory over Belmont is particularly noteworthy considering Belmont had recently secured a win against Southeast Missouri on February 13th, 2026, in a 5-2 decision. This recent reversal underscores the Redhawks' ability to learn from previous encounters and adjust their strategy accordingly. The team's ability to secure wins in both doubles and singles play was key to their success on Saturday.

The details

The Redhawks' momentum carried into the singles competition, where they secured wins at the No. 2, No. 5, and No. 6 slots, each in straight sets. Juliette Demunck proved decisive at No. 2, defeating her opponent 6-3, 6-2. Mia Mayerova showcased resilience at No. 5, battling to a 6-1, 7-6 win. Yontha Tadoum completed the singles sweep for the Redhawks with a commanding 7-5, 6-1 victory at No. 6.

  • The Redhawks' schedule continues with a trip to Memphis to face the University of Memphis on February 21st.
  • The team's recent performances suggest a growing confidence and cohesion, which will be crucial as they navigate the remainder of the season.
  • The match against Memphis is scheduled for February 21st, with the time to be announced.

The players

Juliette Demunck

A key player for the Redhawks, securing a 6-3, 6-2 victory at the No. 2 singles position.

Mia Mayerova

Showcased resilience at the No. 5 singles position, battling to a 6-1, 7-6 win.

Yontha Tadoum

Completed the singles sweep for the Redhawks with a commanding 7-5, 6-1 victory at No. 6 singles.

Oleksandra Doroshenko

A key member of the Redhawks' roster, whose performance will be crucial in upcoming matches.

Kristina Kozakova

Teamed up with Juliette Demunck to deliver a 6-3 win at the No. 2 doubles position.

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What’s next

The February 21st match against Memphis will be a key indicator of the Redhawks' progress. The team will be looking to build on the momentum generated by their recent victories and establish themselves as a competitive force within the region.

The takeaway

The win over Belmont demonstrates the Redhawks' commitment to continuous improvement and their determination to compete at a high level. The team's ability to secure victories in both doubles and singles play highlights their versatility and depth, which will be crucial as they prepare for their upcoming match against Memphis.