Austin Peay Men's Tennis Faces Drake in Indiana Dual Match

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The Austin Peay State University men's tennis team will travel to Evansville, Indiana to take on Drake University in a dual match at the Evansville Tennis Center on Saturday. The Governors are seeking their first win against the Bulldogs after falling 6-1 in their previous meeting last year.

Why it matters

This match represents an important early-season test for the Governors as they look to bounce back from losses against Belmont and Lipscomb earlier this year. A win over a Missouri Valley Conference opponent like Drake would provide a confidence boost for the team as they continue their season.

The details

The Governors have struggled to start the 2026 season, falling to Belmont 7-0 and Lipscomb 6-1. This will be their second match against a Missouri Valley Conference opponent, having previously lost to Drake 6-1 in 2025. The Bulldogs enter the match with a 2-2 record, having lost to Memphis but defeated Marquette.

• The match will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2026 in Evansville, Indiana.
• The Governors and Bulldogs last met on March 20, 2025, with Drake winning 6-1.

What’s next

Following the match against Drake, the Austin Peay men's tennis team will face Southern Indiana in Evansville on February 14.