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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and strategic positioning of a high school boys tennis match.Scranton Today
Alex Harrison, Ray Zhang and Alfred Betts swept the singles matches in straight sets to lift Holy Cross to a 3-2 win over Honesdale in a Lackawanna League boys tennis match on Monday afternoon. Holy Cross improved to 8-0 on the season.
Why it matters
Holy Cross’ undefeated start to the season keeps them in contention for the Lackawanna League title, while Honesdale’s 7-2 record shows they are also a strong team in the league this year.
The details
In the singles matches, Harrison defeated Reiprich 6-1, 6-0, Zhang beat Smith 6-0, 6-1, and Betts topped D’Albora 6-2, 6-1. Honesdale won both doubles matches, with the teams of Eck-Christiansen and Haffey-Kinney earning victories for the Hornets.
The match took place on Monday afternoon.
The players
Alex Harrison
A player for Holy Cross who won his singles match in straight sets.
Ray Zhang
A player for Holy Cross who won his singles match in straight sets.
Alfred Betts
A player for Holy Cross who won his singles match in straight sets.
Asher Eck
A player for Honesdale who won a doubles match.
Matthew Christiansen
A player for Honesdale who won a doubles match.
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The takeaway
Holy Cross’ strong singles play has kept them undefeated so far this season, while Honesdale’s doubles teams have been a strength for them. The two teams will likely be in contention for the Lackawanna League title as the season progresses.