The Ferris State University men’s and women’s tennis teams will begin their participation in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament semifinals on April 24 in Midland after both squads received first-round byes.
This advancement is significant as it positions both teams for a chance to secure an automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament, which is awarded to the winners of the GLIAC men’s and women’s tournaments. The matches will be held at the Greater Midland Tennis Center.
The men’s team, holding a 15-3 overall record and undefeated in league play at 6-0, enters as the top seed after winning the regular season championship. They are set to face either Purdue Northwest or Davenport at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The other semifinal features Grand Valley State against either Wayne State or Roosevelt, with the championship scheduled for Saturday afternoon.
On the women’s side, Ferris State is seeded second with a current record of 12-6 overall and a conference mark of 6-1. They will play either Davenport or Saginaw Valley State at 11 a.m., while top-seeded Grand Valley State faces Wayne State or Michigan Tech on their side of the bracket. The women’s final is set for Saturday morning outdoors or later indoors if necessary.
Ferris State Bulldogs Women’s Tennis competes in NCAA Division II events within the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference against regional and national opponents, according to the official website. The program utilizes dedicated facilities for training and matches as part of its collegiate operations. It also aligns with Ferris State University and maintains its status as an NCAA Division II member school within its conference structure.
In addition to athletic achievements, Ferris State Bulldogs Women’s Tennis earned GLIAC All-Academic honors during the 2024-25 campaign, according to the official website.
Both Bulldog squads are currently ranked near the top of their respective regions: second for men and third for women in this week’s Midwest regional rankings.
