Philadelphia – The La Salle women's tennis team dropped a tough match against St. Francis, 5-0.
 
The Explorers had a tough time getting started after dropping both doubles matches. Senior Cailtin Coelho and junior Celesta Smith had a strong showing in the number ones position, but could not come away with the win.
 
"We are getting stronger and better with each match, but today was a tough match against a really good team" said head coach Tony Green.
 
The record for the Explorers drops to 2-7, with an 0-4 record to start off the spring season.
 
La Salle will take the court next on Wednesday when they host cross-city rival, Saint Joseph's at 3 PM at the Belfield Courts.
 
 
St. Francis 5, La Salle 0
 
Singles
1. Rafaela Panizza (SFU) def. Caitlin Coelho (LAS) 6-0, 6-0
2. Shivani Patel (SFU) def. Celesta Smith (LAS) 6-0, 6-2
3. Lucy Jasso (SFU) def. Chloe Trave (LAS) 6-2, 6-1
4. Taya Zoubareva (SFU) def. Cecile Johnson (LAS) 6-0, 6-0
 
Doubles
1. Zoubareva/Panizza (SFU) def. Coelho/Smith (LAS) 8-4
2. Gryckiewicz/Sachs (SFU) def. Johnson/Giilen (LAS) 8-1