2024-25 UDC Women's Tennis News
UDC Men's and Women's Tennis Teams Repeat as ECC Academic Team of Excellence Award Winners
July 03, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC – The East Coast Conference (ECC) has announced that 82 percent of its athletic programs achieved a 3.0 team GPA or higher for the 2024–25 academic year, with the University of the District of Columbia leading the way. Among the 144 teams across the conference, 118 earned the academic milestone—including all UDC programs—with the Firebirds’ tennis teams standing at the top.
Polina Zelentsova Ranked No. 2 in Final ITA East Region Singles Rankings
June 03, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC – The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) released its final Division II East Region rankings this week, and University of the District of Columbia standout Polina Zelentsova has earned a prestigious No. 2 singles ranking, solidifying her place among the elite in the region.
UDC Women’s Tennis Falls to No. 26 Wilmington University in Regular Season Finale
April 22, 2025
Wilmington, Del. – The University of the District of Columbia women's tennis team took on nationally ranked No. 26 Wilmington University on Tuesday afternoon at the Delcastle Tennis Center, falling 7-0 in their final regular season match of the year.
Firebirds Battle Hard in 4-3 Setback to West Chester
April 09, 2025
Washington, D.C. – In a tightly contested matchup, the University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team narrowly fell to West Chester University by a score of 4-3. The Firebirds showed heart and resilience, pushing multiple matches to three sets
UDC Women’s Tennis Drops Hard-Fought Battle to New Haven, 5–2
April 06, 2025
MILFORD, CT- The University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team turned in a gritty performance against a strong University of New Haven squad on Saturday but ultimately fell short, 5–2,
Zelentsova Goes Undefeated But Firebirds Fall to Panthers in Regional Match Up
March 23, 2025
Washington, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team battled against Anderson University (AU) but came up short in a 6-1 defeat. Despite the loss, the Firebirds showcased resilience with strong performances in both singles and doubles play.
Firebirds Cruise Past Bobcats in Shutout Victory
March 14, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.- The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) women's tennis team put on a stellar performance, sweeping Frostburg State University 7-0 to improve their season record to 9-4. The Firebirds demonstrated their depth and dominance, taking all three doubles matches and winning every singles contest.
Firebirds Soar Past Chestnut Hill in Dominant 7-0 Victory
March 13, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) women’s tennis team delivered a commanding performance against Chestnut Hill College, securing a 7-0 victory to improve their season record to 8-4 overall and 4-2 in ECC play. The Firebirds showcased their depth and dominance across both singles and doubles matches.
Firebirds Dominate Harford CC in 7-0 Sweep
February 25, 2025
Washington, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team delivered a commanding 7-0 victory over Harford Community College, extending their season record to 7-4 (4-2 ECC). The Firebirds controlled the match from start to finish, winning every set in doubles play and nearly achieving a perfect sweep in singles.
FloSports and East Coast Conference (ECC) Enter Exclusive Media Agreement Bringing NCAA Division II Conference to FloCollege Platform
February 18, 2025
AUSTIN, TX (Feb. 19, 2025) – FloSports and the Division II East Coast Conference (ECC) have entered into an exclusive media rights agreement that will begin in the fall of 2025. Through the seven-figure agreement, FloSports will represent the ECC and its nine member institutions, providing a global platform to live stream events and support the teams, institutions, and student-athletes with a robust content engine across the web and social. The ECC’s addition to FloSports represents the 13th conference to join FloCollege.
Polina Zelentsova and Desire Parn Ranked Among Top Players in the Region
November 13, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Polina Zelentsova and Desire Parn, earned their spots in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA), Fall regional rankings. Zelentsova is ranked 6th, while Parn is ranked 13th in the singles rankings and the dynamic doubles duo has been ranked 5th in doubles.
UDC Women's Tennis Fall Season comes to a Close in ECC Championship Semi-Final
October 25, 2024
Flushing, N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team suffered a 4-0 defeat against #2 St. Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) in a challenging East Coast Conference semi-final match at the QC Bubble. Despite strong efforts in both singles and doubles play, the Firebirds were unable to overcome the powerful Spartans.
UDC’s Dickie Mahaffey Named ECC Coach of the Year; Polina Zelentsova and Celia Bastin Earn All-ECC Honors
October 21, 2024
Washington, D.C. - The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) women's tennis team received significant recognition in the East Coast Conference (ECC) year-end awards, with Head Coach Dickie Mahaffey III being named ECC Coach of the Year. In addition, UDC standout players Polina Zelentsova and Célia Bastin earned spots on the All-ECC First Team and Second Team, respectively.
Firebirds Share ECC Regular Season Champion Title; Earn #3 Seed in Tournament
October 20, 2024
Washington, DC- The University of the District of Columbia women's tennis team has earned their first Regular Season Champion title since the 2021 season.
UDC Women’s Tennis Edged Out by Jefferson 4-3
October 16, 2024
Philadelphia, Pa.- The University of the District of Columbia women’s tennis team faced a narrow 4-3 defeat against Jefferson University on Wednesday in a highly competitive match. Despite strong individual performances, the Firebirds were edged out, dropping their season record to 6-2 overall.
Polina Zelenstova Named ECC Player of the Week
October 15, 2024
Washington, DC- Polina Zelentsova was named the Week 7 ECC Player of the Week.