PITTSFORD, N.Y. – The Hartwick Women's Tennis team closed out the regular season in dominant fashion, defeating St. John Fisher 6–1 to complete their fourth straight undefeated Empire 8 campaign. The Hawks swept doubles play before rolling through singles, highlighted by wins from Samantha Lantzy, Phoebe Olson, and Maddi Morrison. With the victory, 'Wick locks up the No.1 seed in the 2025 Empire 8 Tournament and captures its fourth consecutive regular-season title.

THE BASICS

• Final Score: Hartwick 6 St. John Fisher 1

• Location: Pittsford, N.Y. | Midtown Athletic Club

• Records: Hartwick (11-2, 8-0 Empire 8) St. John Fisher (5-4, 5-3 Empire 8)

HOW IT HAPPENED
The Hartwick Women's Tennis team capped off their regular season in dominant fashion, taking down St. John Fisher 6–1 in their regular-season finale on Saturday. With the win, the Hawks completed their fourth consecutive unbeaten conference campaign, extending a remarkable run of Empire 8 dominance.

After a tough non-conference battle with regional powerhouse RIT, the Hawks wasted no time bouncing back against the Cardinals. Hartwick set the tone early in doubles play, with top-flight tandem Phoebe Olson (Jamestown, N.Dak.) and Gianna Leggieri (Ballston Lake, N.Y.) cruising to a 6–2 victory. Maddi Morrison (Burnt Hills, N.Y.) and Maggie Van Valkenburgh (Highland, N.Y.) followed with a commanding 6–0 sweep to secure the doubles point, while Lily Vanuga (Springville, N.Y.) and Samantha Lantzy (Valatie, N.Y.) added a 6–1 win at No.2 to complete the doubles sweep.

In singles play, the Hawks maintained control from start to finish despite dropping one match at No.3. Lantzy got Hartwick rolling again at the top flight, earning a straight-set win to regain the lead. Olson kept the momentum alive with a 6–2, 6–1 triumph at No.2, and Van Valkenburgh followed with a 6–2, 6–2 victory at No.4. Morrison clinched the match for the Blue and White with a decisive 6–1, 6–0 win at No.6 before Leggieri closed out the day with a 6–1, 6–3 victory at No.5.

With the victory, Hartwick locks up the No.1 seed in the upcoming 2025 Empire 8 Women's Tennis Tournament and claims its fourth straight regular-season conference title.

UP NEXT FOR THE HAWKS
The Hawks will await the winner of Alfred and St. John Fisher for the semifinal match on Friday, October 17th at 11AM at Wilber Park in Oneonta, NY.

About Hartwick College:
Hartwick, often referred to as The Life Balance College, is a private liberal arts and sciences institution in Oneonta, N.Y. Through its distinctive FlightPath approach, Hartwick blends academic excellence, career preparation and an active campus life to help students achieve a balanced and fulfilling college experience. With transparent tuition and a focus on health and wellness, Hartwick prepares students for lifelong success—both professionally and personally.