NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – North Carolina Central women's tennis wrapped up competition at Christopher Newport's October Mock Invitational on Oct. 23-24 at Eyre Courts. The Eagles faced George Washington and East Carolina in singles and doubles play, earning victories on both days.

NCCU opened the tournament against East Carolina, winning four of seven singles matches. Mariana Zottoli, Patricia Palencia, Valentina de Aquino and Carlota Rodriguez Sanchez each earned singles victories. Rodriguez Sanchez and de Aquino also teamed up for a doubles win over the Pirates.

The Eagles faced George Washington on the final day, having a tough bout in singles play while claiming three doubles victories.

Next, NC Central will travel to Elon for its Fall Invitational on Oct. 30-31 at the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center.

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