Ross Girls Tennis Wins First State Title for School

The Ross School girls tennis team became the first Ross athletic squad to win a New York State title on Friday. The team captured the Division II championship at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Championship held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing.

Ross advanced to the final match after defeating Honeoye Falls-Lima in the semifinal round earlier in the day. In the title match, the Ross players swept Cazenovia with a 5-0 score.

Tom Sturtevant, head of school, described the victory as an extraordinary accomplishment. He noted that the team represents the values of dedication, resilience, and teamwork. Sturtevant said the group is willing to challenge itself and that the school is proud of the student-athletes and those who supported them.

Richele LeSaldo, director of the Ross School Tennis Center, said the team worked incredibly hard to reach the final match. She pointed to their commitment to one another and their focus throughout the season as key factors in their success.

LeSaldo stated that the achievement sets a new standard for Ross tennis. She added that the entire community can celebrate the win.

The state championship is the first for any Ross School sport. The result stands as a record for the school's athletic program.