GREEN BAY, Wis. (GreenBayPhoenix.com) -
After playing its first 12 matches of the spring season away from
home, the Green Bay men's tennis team (8-4, 2-0 Horizon League) is set
to make its home debut on Saturday against the defending Horizon League
champions from Cleveland State at 4 p.m. at Western Racquet and Fitness.
Green
Bay has won four of its last six matches, falling only to Big Ten
opponents Purdue and Wisconsin. Cleveland State enters the contest with a
7-7 overall record and a 1-0 mark in league play.
The Vikings have won 26 consecutive matches against Horizon League
competition.
"We are excited to be playing at home the next few weekends," Phoenix coach Mark Thomas said. "We'd like
to have as many fans as possible to come out and support the team to add
to the home court advantage. Cleveland State has been dominant in our
league the past three years and presents a strong
challenge. We've had a great week of practice and are looking forward
to what should be a very competitive match."
Following
the meeting with Cleveland State, the Phoenix continues conference play
as it hosts Youngstown State on Sunday at 10 a.m.