Staniford registers career-win no. 200

Marquette head coach David Staniford recorded career victory no. 200, as his Golden Eagles defeated the Bradley Braves, 5-2, at Helfaer Tennis Stadium. Staniford entered the season needing six wins to reach 200. For his career, Staniford's record now stands at 200-182 (.524). He is 94-78 (.547), in eight-plus seasons at the helm of Marquette men's tennis.

Once again the Golden Eagles were forced to play short-handed as they were without Justin Holsen (ankle sprain). To make matters worse, Marquette's top player, Raj Gill (sore arm), was forced out of action after doubles play.

As a result of the team's realignment, Troy Delmege received his first nod of the year at the number one spot. Despite a competitive match, Delmege fell to Bret Martin, 6-4, 4-6, 7-6. Kent Davies (no. 2) lost another close battle, 6-2, 5-7, 7-6.

Picking up the slack for the Golden Eagles was the remainder of the squad. Joe Bates (no.3), Mark Thomas (no. 4), Creighton Macey (no. 5) and Matt Mueller (no. 6) all earned points in singles play.

In doubles, pairs Gill - Davies and Delmege - Bates were victorious. Marquette will return to the court on March 11, as the team heads south to take on Jacksonville University. They will close out their spring trip with a match against Flagler College on March 13.

SINGLES

#1 Bret Martin (BU) def. Troy Delmege (MU), 6-4, 4-6, 7-6

#2 Paul Craigen (BU) def. Kent Davies (MU), 6-2, 5-7, 7-6

#3 Joe Bates (MU) def. Marijon Panzic (BU), 6-1, 6-3

#4 Mark Thomas (MU) def. Andrew Olswing (BU), 6-0, 6-1

#5 Creighton Macey (MU) def. Mike Walz (BU), 6-1, 6-4

#6 Matt Mueller (MU) def. Scott Roebuck (BU), 6-4, 4-6, 7-6

DOUBLES

#1 Kent Davies - Raj Gill (MU) def. Andrew Olswing - Marijon Panzic (BU), 8-3

#2 Joe Bates - Troy Delmege (MU) def. Paul Craigen - Bret Martin (BU), 8-4

#3 Creighton Macey - Mark Thomas (MU) vs. Scott Roebuck - Mike Walz (BU), UNFINISHED