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Gophers Stay Perfect With 4-3 Win Over Colorado State
2/8/2026 4:27:00 PM | Tennis
FORT COLLINS, Colo. - The University of Minnesota tennis team defeated Colorado State 4-3 on Sunday afternoon to improve to 6-0 on the season.
Quote from Coach Arterberry
"This week we spent a lot of time in training preparing for the altitude, and it was definitely an adjustment for us," head coach Lois Arterberry said. "We played through adversity this weekend, and while it wasn't easy, we got the job done. I'm really proud of how the girls fought through those three-set matches and came out on top. We had players step up and compete for the team, and we also played well in doubles, winning the doubles point in both matches, which shows we're improving in that area. We're excited for what's ahead as we take on Alabama, Colorado and Drake next weekend. Those will be three very tough matches, so we'll get back to work, keep our heads down and continue preparing for the Big Ten season."
Key Moments
In doubles, Minnesota won two of three matches to secure the opening point. Nora Knezevic and Arina Valitova opened the round with a 6-3 win over Leyla Tozin and Dylan Voeks at the No. 2 spot. Anali Kocevar and Yinong Ma followed at No. 3, defeating Annika Planinsek and Logan Voeks 6-2. The No. 1 match between Sofia Pinto and Jeselle Ante and Colorado State's Luana Avelar and Sorcha Caves was tied 4-4 and went unfinished.
In singles, Minnesota earned three victories to clinch the match against Colorado State. Jeselle Ante opened the round with a 6-2, 6-4 win over Sorcha Caves at the No. 2 spot. Colorado State responded at No. 1 as Luana Avelar defeated Aiva Schmitz 6-4, 6-4, before Logan Voeks added a point for the Rams with a 0-6, 6-1, 6-2 comeback win over Anali Kocevar at No. 4. Dylan Voeks followed with a three-set victory at No. 6, topping Nora Knezevic 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Sofia Pinto answered for Minnesota with a three-set win at No. 3, defeating Leyla Tozin 6-7 (4), 1-6, 6-2, before Yinong Ma closed the day at No. 5 with a 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-2 comeback win over Annika Planinsek.
Notables
Results
Doubles
1. Sofia Pinto and Jeselle Ante (MINN) def. Luana Avelar and Sorcha Caves (CSU) 4-4, UF.
2. Nora Knezevic and Arina Valitova (MINN) def. Leyla Tozin and Dylan Voeks (CSU) 6-3.
3. Anali Kocevar and Yinong Ma (MINN) def. Annika Planinsek and Logan Voeks (CSU) 6-2.
Singles
1. Aiva Schmitz (MINN) lost to Luana Avelar (CSU) 4-6, 4-6.
2. Jeselle Ante (MINN) def. Sorcha Caves (CSU) 6-2, 6-4.
3. Sofia Pinto (MINN) def. Leyla Tozin (CSU) 6(4)-(7)7, 1-6, 6-2.
4. Anali Kocevar (MINN) lost to Logan Voeks (CSU) 6-0, 1-6, 2-6.
5. Yinong Ma (MINN) def. Annika Planinsek (CSU) 6(4)-(7)7, 6-1, 6-2.
6. Nora Knezevic (MINN) lost to Dylan Voeks (CSU) 2-6, 7-5, 2-6.
Order of Finish
Doubles: (2, 3 )
Singles: (2, 1, 4, 6, 3, 5)
Next on the Docket
The Gophers will host Alabama on Feb. 14 before facing Colorado and Drake in a doubleheader Feb. 15.
Quote from Coach Arterberry
"This week we spent a lot of time in training preparing for the altitude, and it was definitely an adjustment for us," head coach Lois Arterberry said. "We played through adversity this weekend, and while it wasn't easy, we got the job done. I'm really proud of how the girls fought through those three-set matches and came out on top. We had players step up and compete for the team, and we also played well in doubles, winning the doubles point in both matches, which shows we're improving in that area. We're excited for what's ahead as we take on Alabama, Colorado and Drake next weekend. Those will be three very tough matches, so we'll get back to work, keep our heads down and continue preparing for the Big Ten season."
Key Moments
In doubles, Minnesota won two of three matches to secure the opening point. Nora Knezevic and Arina Valitova opened the round with a 6-3 win over Leyla Tozin and Dylan Voeks at the No. 2 spot. Anali Kocevar and Yinong Ma followed at No. 3, defeating Annika Planinsek and Logan Voeks 6-2. The No. 1 match between Sofia Pinto and Jeselle Ante and Colorado State's Luana Avelar and Sorcha Caves was tied 4-4 and went unfinished.
In singles, Minnesota earned three victories to clinch the match against Colorado State. Jeselle Ante opened the round with a 6-2, 6-4 win over Sorcha Caves at the No. 2 spot. Colorado State responded at No. 1 as Luana Avelar defeated Aiva Schmitz 6-4, 6-4, before Logan Voeks added a point for the Rams with a 0-6, 6-1, 6-2 comeback win over Anali Kocevar at No. 4. Dylan Voeks followed with a three-set victory at No. 6, topping Nora Knezevic 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Sofia Pinto answered for Minnesota with a three-set win at No. 3, defeating Leyla Tozin 6-7 (4), 1-6, 6-2, before Yinong Ma closed the day at No. 5 with a 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-2 comeback win over Annika Planinsek.
Notables
- Minnesota defeated Colorado State for the thirdtime in the series' history on Sunday, improving to 3-0 all-time.
- The Gophers have defeated the Rams in back-to-back seasons, including a 7-0 win over Colorado State on Feb. 8, 2025.
- After losing the doubles point in their first match against Iowa State, Minnesota has secured the doubles point in five straight matches.
- Sofia Pinto has won nine straight matches, tying her longest streak of her career.
- Anali Kocevar made her spring season debut in singles and doubles, appearing in her 93rd career match.
Results
Doubles
1. Sofia Pinto and Jeselle Ante (MINN) def. Luana Avelar and Sorcha Caves (CSU) 4-4, UF.
2. Nora Knezevic and Arina Valitova (MINN) def. Leyla Tozin and Dylan Voeks (CSU) 6-3.
3. Anali Kocevar and Yinong Ma (MINN) def. Annika Planinsek and Logan Voeks (CSU) 6-2.
Singles
1. Aiva Schmitz (MINN) lost to Luana Avelar (CSU) 4-6, 4-6.
2. Jeselle Ante (MINN) def. Sorcha Caves (CSU) 6-2, 6-4.
3. Sofia Pinto (MINN) def. Leyla Tozin (CSU) 6(4)-(7)7, 1-6, 6-2.
4. Anali Kocevar (MINN) lost to Logan Voeks (CSU) 6-0, 1-6, 2-6.
5. Yinong Ma (MINN) def. Annika Planinsek (CSU) 6(4)-(7)7, 6-1, 6-2.
6. Nora Knezevic (MINN) lost to Dylan Voeks (CSU) 2-6, 7-5, 2-6.
Order of Finish
Doubles: (2, 3 )
Singles: (2, 1, 4, 6, 3, 5)
Next on the Docket
The Gophers will host Alabama on Feb. 14 before facing Colorado and Drake in a doubleheader Feb. 15.
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