It was doubles troubles for Hamline's men's tennis team Tuesday at Holt Courts. The Pipers won four of their six singles matches against Bethel but lost all three doubles matches in a 5-4 setback that eliminated Hamline from the MIAC playoff chase.
David Croonquist shook off a first loss to win his No. 1 singles match in three sets. The finale was a tight 10-8 affair.
Bernard Mitambo continued his superb season with a straight set win at No. 2 singles. Sam Teitelbaum and Derek Lutz also claimed three set wins. But HU was unable to convert in doubles and took their fourth 4-5 loss of the season.
HU, now 6-10 overall, finishes its season Saturday at Concordia.
Bethel match results