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Three Jackets Set for ITA Sectionals in Tennessee

Roach, Karantali and Nayuki compete in Knoxville

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The fall 2026 season rolls on for Georgia Tech women's tennis at the 2026 ITA South Sectional Championship beginning Thursday, with Given Roach, Eleni Karantali and Seri Nayuki taking the court.

Nayuki is the only singles competitor for Tech in the event, with an 11 a.m. start time Thursday against Valeria Ray from Vanderbilt.

Roach and Karantali team up for doubles action against Joanna Kennedy and Laura Putz from Florida State.

Across all four ITA Sectional sites, 24 singles players and 12 doubles teams will secure their spot in the NCAA Individual Championships later this month in Lake Nona, Fla.

Tournament Details

  • Event: ITA Division I Women's South Sectional Championship
  • Dates: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 - Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
  • Location: Goodfriend Tennis Center, Knoxville, Tenn.
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Thursday Schedule

Up Next
With qualifying during the ITA Sectional Championships, the Yellow Jackets would advance to the NCAA Division I Individual Championships in Lake Nona, Fla. beginning Tuesday, Nov. 17.

 

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