Meyer & Volk punch ticket to state at district tennis playoffs

The Eatonville High School girls tennis team showcased strong performances at the Southwest Washington District 4 Tennis Playoffs, sending five talented student-athletes to compete in the tournament. Representing the Cruisers, Alayna Meyer and Isabel Volk, along with Megan Blake and Jennavieve Smith, competed in the doubles category, while Bailey Andersen played in the singles competition.

Alayna Meyer and Isabel Volk, seeded third, excelled in their matches and secured a spot in the state tournament. The duo dominated their opening match, defeating Castle Rock's number two team with a score of 6-1, 6-1. They demonstrated resilience in the semifinals, overcoming the number two seeded team in a thrilling three-set comeback, winning 3-6, 6-3, 6-4. Although they faced a challenging final against Stevenson's top doubles team and were defeated 2-6, 1-6, Meyer and Volk's performance earned them a commendable second place and a ticket to the state tournament.

In the singles competition, Bailey Andersen, the number three seed, faced a tough opening match. Despite a strong effort, she lost in three sets to White Salmon, with scores of 2-6, 6-2, 1-6.

The doubles team of Megan Blake and Jennavieve Smith also faced a challenging draw, competing against White Salmon in the first round. They put up a competitive fight but ultimately lost 5-7, 4-6.

The Eatonville community eagerly anticipates seeing Alayna Meyer and Isabel Volk represent their school at the state tournament, which will begin on Friday, May 24, at the Yakima Tennis Club in Yakima.