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INDIANAPOLIS, IN. – The second-ranked Nova Southeastern Sharks Women’s Tennis program will look to defend its NCAA National Championship crown as NSU was selected to the NCAA Division II Women’s Tennis tournament on Monday night. Nova Southeastern, making the program’s sixth consecutive appearance in the tournament will welcome third-seeded No. 5 West Alabama (Gulf South Conference), sixth-seeded No. 16 Lee (Gulf South Conference, and seventh-seeded Tuskegee (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference).

The remaining teams selected to compete in the NCAA South Region tournament, which will be hosted by No. 1 Barry, are No. 10 Embry-Riddle and No. 13 Mississippi College. 

The Sharks (20-3) have been a perennial power under Head Coach Doug Neagle and have been in each of the last two NCAA Division II National Championship matches, winning the program’s first national title in 2024. NSU has won 20 consecutive matches in each of the last four seasons, totaling 98 wins since 2022. 

Nova Southeastern’s lineup is anchored by two first-team All-Sunshine State Conference honorees, as Ita Habekovic and Krisytna Hranacova were honored by the league earlier on Monday. Habekovic, a senior from Croatia, has anchored the Sharks lineup throughout the 2025 season. Habekovic holds a 19-2 record, primarily playing at the number two position for NSU, and won 13 consecutive matches from February 18th through April 1st. Habekovic, ranked as the 18th best player in NCAA Division II, was twice named the Sunshine State Conference Player of the Week, earning the honor in two consecutive weeks (March 10th and March 17th). Hranacova, in her first season as a member of the Sharks Women’s Tennis program, went 17-4 in singles competition as the Sharks number one player. Hranacova is ranked as the third best player in NCAA Division II by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA). Hranacova won 12 consecutive decisions from February 22nd through April 10th. The duo was also honored with second-team doubles recognition by the league. 

The Sharks title defense begins on Monday, May 12th, as the Sharks host Tuskegee at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. To stay up-to-date on Sharks Women’s Tennis, be sure to follow on Instagram & X at NSU_WTennis. 

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, No.2 Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team, honored four seniors Ita Habekovic, Isabella Ciancaglini, Sofia Shing and Julia Moraes before sweeping the Florida National Conquistadors (7-0) at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. 
 

Score:  No.2 Nova Southeastern 7 | Florida National 0
Records: No.2 Nova Southeastern 18-2 | Florida National 3-8
Location: NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills | Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Ita Habekovic overpowered Julia Chodkowska in straight sets, 6–2, 6–4.
• Sofia Shing delivered a commanding 6–1, 6–0 win over Celeste Reyes.
• Isabella Ciancaglini handled Nadia Abad with a decisive 6–1, 6–1 victory.
• Noemie Dadoun cruised past Alara Akgul 6–1, 6–2.
• Julia Moraes blanked Natalia Calvo 6–0, 6–0 in a flawless performance.
• Maya Benaich edged Lavinia Karadza in a thrilling three-set match, 6–2, 3–6, 1-0 (10–6).

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts Friday, April 25th to begin the Sunshine State Conference Tournament in West Palm Beach, FL at Mitch Gornto Tennis Center. 

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, No.1 Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team were defeated by the No.4 Embry-Riddle Eagles (4-3) at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. The Sharks have dropped their first match since April 27th, 2024.
 

Score:  No.1 Nova Southeastern 3 | Embry-Riddle 4
Records: No.2 Nova Southeastern 14-1 | Embry-Riddle 16-3
Location: NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills | Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova dominated in her match against Laura Cuesta Bret, winning 6-1, 6-0. 
• Ita Habekovic battled through a three-set match against Maissane Aik, securing a 6-1, 2-6, 6-1 victory.
• Jessica Christa Wira Hadipoernomo defeated Sofia Shing 6-2, 6-4. 
• Benedetta Sensi and Isabella Ciancaglini fought through a tightly contested match, with Sensi ultimately winning 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (7-2).
• Franziska Kremerskothen held off a tough challenge from Noemie Dadoun, winning 7-5, 6-4.
• Carla Cabero del Hierro and Julia Moraes went the distance in a competitive three-set battle, with Cabero del Hierro coming out on top 6-3, 3-6, 6-4.

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts tomorrow Sunday, March 30th, continuing SSC play against the Eckerd College Tritons at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. First serve is set for 10am.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team defeated Lubbock Christian University (Texas) (6-1) at the USTA National Campus in Orlando, FL. The Sharks have now won 21 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score: No.2 Nova Southeastern 6 | Lubbock Christian University (Texas) 1
Records: No.2 Nova Southeastern 14-0 | Lubbock Christian University (Texas)  9-3
Location: USTA National Campus | Orlando, FL.
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Doubles

Singles

• Kristyna Hranacova defeated Anastasiia Opolska in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4.
• Ita Habekovic secured a 7-5, 6-4 victory over Andrea De Bernardo.
• Mariia Koroleva won against Sofia Shing in a closely contested match, winning 6-3, 3-6, 10-8 in the final set.
• Isabella Ciancaglini defeated Axelle Jacquemin with a score of 7-5, 6-3.
• Noemie Dadoun won a tight first set in a tiebreak and dominated the second to beat Maya Adler 7-6 (7-3), 6-0.
• Julia Moraes claimed a 6-2, 6-4 win against AnaMaria Zoric.

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts for some SSC action on Saturday, March 29th, against No.4 Embry-Riddle University at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. First serve is set for 10am.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a victory over the No.6 Flagler College Saints (7-0) at the Pollard Tennis Center in St. Augustine, FL. The Sharks have now won 20 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score:  No.2 Nova Southeastern 7 | No. 6 Flagler College 0
Records: No.2 Nova Southeastern 13-0 | No. 6 Flagler College 9-2
Location: Pollard Tennis Center | St. Augustine, FL.
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DOUBLES

• Ita Habekovic and Kristyna Hranacova took control early and maintained their momentum to defeat Dana Heimen and Anastasia Nikolova 6-3, securing the first doubles win of the match.
• In a tight contest, Isabella Ciancaglini and Sofia Shing edged out Eryka Kruk and Polya Nikolova 7-5, clinching the doubles point with their strong performance.
• Noemie Dadoun and Julia Moraes displayed great teamwork and consistency, defeating Adela Latalova and Sofia Balsera 6-3 to complete the doubles sweep.

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova dominated Dana Heimen with precise shot-making, winning in straight sets 6-2, 6-3.
• Ita Habekovic remained in control throughout, earning a victory against Anastasia Nikolova 6-3, 6-3.
• Sofia Shing fought through a challenging three-set battle, overcoming a second-set setback to defeat Adela Latalova 6-3, 5-7, 1-0 (10-8) in a thrilling match.
• Isabella Ciancaglini delivered a commanding performance against Laura Jipescu to claim a dominant 6-2, 6-1 win.
• Noemie Dadoun held her nerve in the deciding set to edge out Eryka Kruk 7-5, 4-6, 1-0 (10-6) in a closely contested match.
• Julia Moraes staged an impressive comeback after dropping the first set, rallying to defeat Sofia Balsera 3-6, 6-1, 6-1.
   

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Thursday, March 20th, against Lubbock Christian University (Texas) at the USTA National Campus in Orlando, FL. First serve is set for 2pm.

To stay up-to-date on Sharks Tennis, be sure to follow on Instagram & X at NSU_WTennis.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a victory over the Hillsdale College Chargers (7-0) at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. The Sharks have now won 19 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score:  No.2 Nova Southeastern 7 | Hillsdale College 0
Records: No.2 Nova Southeastern 12-0 | Hillsdale College 5-6
Location: NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills | Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova controlled the match, defeating Ane Dannhauser 6-3, 6-0.  
• Ita Habekovic dominated Libby McGivern with aggressive play, securing a convincing 6-1, 6-1 win.  
• Sofia Shing proved too strong for Briana Rees, winning 6-2, 6-0.  
• Isabella Ciancaglini played an efficient match, cruising past Courtney Rittel 6-0, 6-1.  
• Julia Moraes controlled the pace throughout, defeating Julia Zlateva 6-1, 6-0.
• Amina Sagadiyeva finished strong, overcoming Megan Hackman 6-0, 6-1.

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Wednesday, March 15th, against No.7 Flagler College at the Pollard Tennis Center in St. Augustine, FL. First serve is set for 10am.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – The reigning national champions, Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a clean sweep over the No.10 Auburn University Montgomery Warhawks at the Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex. The Sharks have now won 17 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score:  Nova Southeastern 4 | No.10 Auburn University Montgomery 0

Records: Nova Southeastern 10-0 | No.10 Auburn University Montgomery 4-3

Location: Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex | Pensacola, Fla.

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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova showcased her dominance over Estefania Garcia, controlling the match from start to finish and securing a commanding 6-4, 6-1 victory.

• Ita Habekovic played with consistency and patience, overcoming Melissa Yakup Pour in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3.

• Sofia Shing came out strong against Nahia Izco, delivering a dominant first set and closing out the match with a confident 6-0, 6-4 victory.

Head Coach Doug Neagle– “It’s never easy playing these tough South Region teams on the road and our team stepped up to the challenge. More importantly I enjoyed seeing this group really come together on and off the court this week. I want them to enjoy these wins and take a couple days off before we reset and prepare for another tough team in Wayne State on Tuesday.”

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Tuesday, March 11th, against No.14 Wayne State University at the NSU Tennis Complex at Rolling Hills. First serve is set for 2:00pm.

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PENSACOLA, FLA. – The reigning national champions, the second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a clean sweep over the No. 19 University of West Alabama Tigers at the Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex. The Sharks have now won 16 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score: Nova Southeastern 4 | No. 19 University of West Alabama 0
Records: Nova Southeastern 9-0 | No. 19 University of West Alabama 4-4
Location: Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex | Pensacola, Fla.
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DOUBLES

• Sophia Shing and Isabella Ciancaglini displayed great teamwork, securing a 6-4 victory for the sharks over Lolita Hukasian and Greta Zawels.

• Julia Moraes and Noemie Dadoun dominated their match with strong serves and aggressive play, winning 6-2 against Ximena Ku and Alexa Milliam.

SINGLES

• Ita Habekovic controlled the match from start to finish, defeating Lolita Hukasian in straight sets 6-4, 6-3 with consistent shot placement.

• Noemie Dadoun was in control, shutting out Shreya Naik in the second set and winning convincingly 6-2, 6-0.

• Julia Moraes came out victorious against Abrianna Irvin, overpowering her with a decisive 6-2, 6-0 victory.

Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Friday, March 7th, against the No.10 Auburn University Montgomery in Pensacola. First serve is set for 10:30am.

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PENSACOLA, FLA. – The reigning national champions, the second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a clean sweep over the University of West Florida at the Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex. The Sharks have now won 15 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score: No. 2 Nova Southeastern 7 | University of West Florida 0
Records: No. 2 Nova Southeastern 8-0 | University of West Florida 6-3
Location: Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex | Pensacola, Fla.
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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova dominated her match, defeating Carlota Verdu in straight sets, 6-1, 6-1.

• Ita Habekovic won a tight second set tiebreaker, securing a 6-4, 7-6 (9-7) victory over Sandra Recuenco Tarin.

• Sofia Shing fought through three sets to beat out Aline Midori with a 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 win.

• Isabella Ciancaglini made a strong comeback, after losing the first set, to defeat Guadalupe Martinez  3-6, 6-2, 6-2.

• Noemie Dadoun controlled the match from start to finish, defeating Nathalia Mossambani 6-2, 6-4.

• Julia Moraes had a commanding performance, taking down Alberte Joergensen 6-1, 6-2.

No. 2 Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Tuesday, March 6th, against the No.12 University of West Alabama in Pensacola. First serve is set for 2pm.

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TAMPA, FLA. – The reigning national champions, the second-ranked Nova Southeastern Women’s Tennis team secured a sweep in SSC action over the No. 20 University of Tampa Spartans at the Naimoli and Young Family Tennis Complex. The Sharks have now won 14 consecutive matches dating back to April 28th, 2024.

Score: No. 2 Nova Southeastern 7 | No. 20 University of Tampa 0
Records: No. 2 Nova Southeastern 7-0 | No. 20 University of Tampa 0-3
Location: Naimoli and Young Family Tennis Complex | Tampa, Fla.
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DOUBLES

SINGLES

• Kristyna Hranacova dominated Victoria Sanchez Bronzetti with a commanding 6-0, 6-2 victory.

• Ita Habekovic fought through a tough three-set battle to defeat Nicole Casas 6-4, 4-6, 6-3.

• Sofia Shing pulled off a hard-fought comeback against Nicole Cierniak, securing a 2-6, 7-6 (7-3), 6-1 win.

• Isabella Ciancaglini held off Ida Axelsson in a competitive match, winning 7-5, 6-4.

• Noemie Dadoun held strong to take down Linn Eriksson Sundling 6-1, 7-5.

• Julia Moraes delivered a dominant performance against Sophie Wagner, winning convincingly 6-1, 6-1.

No. 2 Nova Southeastern returns to the courts on Tuesday, March 4th, against the University of West Florida at the Ralph “Skeeter” Carson Tennis Complex in Pensacola, FL. First serve is set for 2pm.

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