The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) announced its women’s tennis players of the week on Monday, recognizing outstanding performances from student-athletes at Notre Dame, NC State, and Virginia. The awards, covering the 10th week of the 2025-26 season, highlight both individual brilliance and team success as the conference season heats up. These weekly honors are a key indicator of form as teams prepare for conference championships and, NCAA tournament play. The ACC is consistently ranked among the top conferences in collegiate women’s tennis, and this week’s honorees reflect that high level of competition.
Leading the way is the Notre Dame doubles pairing of Bianca Molnar and Bojana Pozder, who earned the ACC Women’s Doubles Team of the Week. Their victory over a nationally ranked SMU duo proved pivotal. Simultaneously, NC State’s Mia Slama was recognized as the ACC Player of the Week, fueled by a crucial upset victory over a highly-ranked Pepperdine opponent. Rounding out the accolades, Virginia freshman Kaitlyn Rolls secured the ACC Women’s Freshman of the Week title, demonstrating the rising talent within the conference.
Notre Dame Duo Dominates in Doubles Play
Bianca Molnar, a sophomore from Ladera Ranch, California, and senior Bojana Pozder of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, showcased their prowess on the doubles court, defeating SMU’s Caroline McGinley and Amelie Van Impe, ranked No. 10 nationally, with a decisive 6-3 score. This win is particularly significant given the competitive landscape of collegiate tennis, where nationally ranked matchups are often tightly contested. The Notre Dame pairing’s ability to secure a victory against such formidable opponents underscores their skill and strategic partnership. According to the University of Notre Dame Athletics website, this is a testament to their dedication and consistent performance throughout the season.
Slama Leads NC State to Upset Victory
Mia Slama, a sophomore from Boca Raton, Florida, played a pivotal role in NC State’s stunning 4-3 upset over No. 2 Pepperdine. The No. 14 ranked Wolfpack needed a strong performance to overcome the highly-favored Waves, and Slama delivered on both the singles and doubles courts. She secured a top-25 singles win, defeating Pepperdine’s No. 23 Ziva Falkner 6-4, 6-2, and also contributed to the crucial doubles point that ultimately decided the match, partnering to defeat Duru Soke and Shihomi Leong 7-5. This victory is a major boost for NC State’s confidence as they navigate the remainder of their schedule. The upset win demonstrates the growing strength of the NC State women’s tennis program and Slama’s emergence as a key player. NC State Athletics highlighted Slama’s performance as a key factor in the team’s success.
Rolls Shines as a Freshman for Virginia
Kaitlyn Rolls, a freshman hailing from Plymouth, Michigan, is quickly making a name for herself in the ACC. She led the Virginia Cavaliers to a pair of conference wins, defeating both No. 30 Miami (4-1) and Florida State (4-0). Rolls secured two singles victories and a doubles win across the two matches. Her individual wins included a dominant 6-3, 6-0 victory over Florida State’s Tina Li and a hard-fought 7-5, 6-3 win against Miami’s Sebastianna Scilipoti. She also contributed to a 6-3 doubles victory over the Miami pairing of Maria Vargas and Daria Polosova. Rolls’ consistent performance and immediate impact as a freshman are a promising sign for the future of the Virginia women’s tennis program. The University of Virginia Athletics website noted her contributions as vital to the team’s success.
The ACC continues to showcase the depth of talent within its women’s tennis programs. These weekly awards are a testament to the dedication and hard work of these student-athletes, as well as the coaching staffs that support them. The conference schedule is far from over, and fans can expect more exciting matchups and standout performances in the weeks to come. The ACC Women’s Tennis Championship is scheduled for April 22-27 in Cary, North Carolina, and these players will undoubtedly be key contributors as their teams vie for the title and an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament.
Looking ahead, the ACC will continue to announce its weekly award winners each Monday throughout the remainder of the regular season. Fans can stay updated on all the latest news and results by visiting the official ACC website and the athletic websites of each member institution. The competition will only intensify as teams approach the postseason, making each match a crucial step towards championship contention.
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