JONESBORO, Ark. (4/11/25) – Arkansas State women’s tennis is set to take the home court for the final time this season on Saturday, hosting Southern Miss as part of Family Fun Fest.

Match time is set for 10 a.m., and admission is free. Between doubles and singles, the program will honor senior Abby Thurmer in its Senior Day recognition.   

“Our focus is on finishing strong these next two matches to build momentum for conference championships,” A-State head coach Sujay Lama said. “It will be a special day to honor Abby but also to have the community come out and enjoy watching some great tennis. We want Family Fun Fest to become a signature event for the A-State community.”

Family Fun Fest includes a kids play zone, while A-State’s International Programs office is donating 250 burritos for fans as part of International Day. USTA Arkansas is also providing free pizza for fans in celebration of USTA Arkansas Day.

NOTABLES:

• A-State is 10-1 this season when clinching the doubles point.
• The Red Wolves’ 11 wins are currently the most since the 2009 squad won 12 matches.
• A-State’s four conference wins is the most since 2000 (7).
• Freshman Loles Carbo Chova is 8-0 in Sun Belt Conference play this year at the No. 6 position.
• Sujay Lama‘s 19 wins through his first season-plus is the third most wins by an A-State tennis coach in their first two seasons, three shy of matching Marcia Williams (1985-86, 22), and two away from tying Sara Wooley (21, 1979-80).

SERIES HISTORY:
Southern Miss: A-State leads 9-4

TEAM LEADERS:
Singles wins (Overall): Loles Carbo Chova – 22
Singles wins (Dual): Loles Carbo Chova – 14
Doubles wins (Overall): Lilly Cvanciger/Abigail Thurmer – 13
Doubles wins (Dual): Lilly Cvanciger/Abigail Thurmer & Hanmare McAslin/Sarah Millard – 9