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Christine Bader Selected As Finalist for the 2008 Wilson/ITA Promoter of the Year Award

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:11:43 PST

Michigan State senior Christine Bader was selected as a finalist for the 2008 Wilson/ITA National Student-Athlete Promoter of the Year Award. The International Tennis Association (ITA) and Wilson Sporting Goods Co. created the award to recognize the contributions of outstanding team managers and student-athletes who have helped to maximize support for their individual tennis program and college tennis in general.

Women's Tennis Senior Christine Bader Earns All-Big Ten Honors

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 20:55:12 PST

Michigan State women' tennis senior Christine Bader was named to the All-Big Ten Team at the Big Ten Women's Tennis Banquet on Thursday, April 24. Bader also earned the distinction in her sophomore season, as she becomes the third women's tennis player in MSU history to win the award twice in her career.

Women's Tennis Loses In First Round of Big Ten Championships

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:13:03 PST

The No. 73 Michigan State women's tennis team fell to No. 63 Wisconsin, 4-2, in the first round of the Big Ten Championships on Thursday afternoon at the Schwartz Tennis Center. Michigan State fell behind early, as the Badgers dropped the Spartans at No. 1 and No. 3 doubles, taking the early 1-0 lead. MSU won the first two matches in singles competition, but Wisconsin rebounded with three quick victories, ending the Spartans' season.

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Spartan Women's Tennis Draws Wisconsin In First Round of Big Ten Championships

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:25:27 PST

The Michigan State women's tennis team is set to compete at the women's Big Ten Champoionships in West Lafayette, Ind., hosted by Purdue University. First-round action is set to begin on Thursday, April 24, as they Spartans take on Wisconsin at the Shwartz Tennis Center at 12 p.m. ET.

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Spartans Women's Tennis Loses to Wisconsin In Final Match of Regular Season

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:23:03 PST

The Michigan State women's tennis team lost in its regular-season finale, 5-2, to Wisconsin on Sunday afternoon at the Nielsen Tennis Center. MSU (12-12, 3-7 Big Ten) fell behind early, 1-0, after surrending the doubles point. The Badgers hung tough in singles, beating the Spartans in four of six matches. MSU's Stephanie Kebler and Manon Noe both won their matches in super tiebreakers for the third set, as Kebler took out Emese Kardhordo, 6-3, 2-6, 1-0 (10-5), while Noe defeated Jessica Seyferth, 6-4, 4-6, 1-0 (13-11).

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No. 1 Northwestern Takes Out Spartans, 7-0

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:17:22 PST

The Michigan State women's tennis team fell to No. 1 Northwestern, 7-0, on Saturday afternoon at the Vandy Christie Tennis Center. The Spartans struggled from the start as they were swept by the Wildcats in doubles. Northwestern stayed strong entering singles play, taking out MSU at all six positions.

Women's Tennis Goes on Road for Two Big Ten Battles

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:24:12 PST

The No. 60 Michigan State women's tennis team goes on the road for its last two games of the regular season, as it travels to Evanston, Ill., on Saturday, April 19 for a matchup against top-ranked Northwestern at 3 p.m. The Spartans then move on to Madison, Wis., on Sunday for a 12 p.m. battle with the Badgers.

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MSU Women's Tennis Loses Close One to Penn State on Senior Day

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:32:33 PST

The No. 59 Michigan State women's tennis team was upset by Penn State, 4-3, on Sunday afternoon at the MSU Indoor Tennis Facility. On senior day, Christine Bader impressed, teaming with Whitney Wilson to take down Penn State's Sarah Lotta and Jenny Shular, 8-4, in doubles. The lone Spartan senior then blew past Katelyn BeVard in straight sets at No. 1 singles, 6-1, 6-2. MSU is now 12-10 (3-5 Big Ten) on the season, while Penn State improves to 8-10 (2-5 Big Ten).

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Women's Tennis Plays Host to Penn State on Sunday

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 21:54:20 PST

The No. 59 Michigan State women's tennis team plays the last of a four-match homestand as it entertains Penn State at the MSU Indoor Tennis Facility on Sunday, April 13 at 11 a.m. The Spartans hold the edge in all-time series, going 8-7 against the Nittany Lions since 1992.

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No. 26 Michigan Cools Off Spartans, 6-1

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:48:34 PST

The No. 59 Michigan State women's tennis team fell to No. 26 Michigan, 6-1, on Wednesday night at the MSU Indoor Tennis Facility. The Wolverines controlled the match from the start, sweeping the doubles matches, then claimed five of six in singles. Stephanie Kebler picked up the only win for the Spartans at No. 2 singles, coming back from a first-set loss to defeat Michigan's Whitney Taney, 3-6, 6-3, 1-0 (10-1). The Spartans are now 12-9 on the season, and 3-4 in Big Ten play.

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No. 59 Michigan State Plays Host to No. 26 Michigan in Mid-Week Showdown

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 17:45:46 PST

The No. 59 Michigan State women's tennis team entertains No. 26 Michigan on Wednesday, April 9 at 5 p.m. at the MSU Indoor Tennis Facility. The Wolverines hold a 30-15 edge over the Spartans in the all-time series dating back to 1975.

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No. 71 Michigan State Keeps Rolling, Takes Out No. 46 Iowa, 4-3

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 16:43:01 PST

The No. 71 Michigan State women's tennis team edged No. 46 Iowa, 4-3, on Sunday afternoon at the MSU Outdoor Tennis Courts. The Spartans came out swinging in doubles, taking two of three matches and earning the 1-0 lead. MSU is now 12-1 when winning the early doubles point. Michigan State did just enough in singles, as it split 3-3, hanging on for the 1-point victory. After two wins this weekend, the Spartans sit with a record of 12-8, including 3-3 in Big Ten play.

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No. 71 Michigan State Handles No. 57 Minnesota, 4-3

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:00:12 PST

The No. 71 Michigan State women's tennis team upset No. 57 Minnesota, 4-3, in a back-and-forth match on Saturday afternoon at the MSU Outdoor Tennis Courts in East Lansing. In the first outdoor match of the season, the Spartans came out tough, winning the doubles point. MSU then took out the Gophers in three of six flights to clinch the match. Michigan State improves to 11-8 (2-3 Big Ten) on the season, while Minnesota falls to 11-7 (1-5 Big Ten).

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Women's Tennis Prepares for Minnesota and Iowa

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:05:01 PST

The No. 71 Michigan State women's tennis team prepares for the first two matches of a four-match homestand, as they play host to No. 57 Minnesota on Saturday, April 5, and No. 46 Iowa on Sunday, April 6. Both matches are set to begin at 11 a.m. at the Michigan State Outdoor Tennis Courts, on the campus of Michigan State.

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Women's Tennis Loses to No. 31 Ohio State, 6-1

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:00:51 PST

The Michigan State women's tennis team lost to No. 31 Ohio State, 6-1, on Sunday afternoon in Columbus, Ohio. Christine Bader picked up the only win for the Spartans on the day, defeating Angela Dipastina, 7-5, 2-6, 1-0 (10-6), at No. 1 singles. The Spartans are now 10-8 in dual-match play (1-3 Big Ten), while Ohio State improves to 16-3, and 3-1 in conference play.

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