Callie Smith and Roscoe Bellamy Advance with Upset Win: In an impressive display of teamwork and strategy, the No. 22 seeds Callie Smith and Roscoe Bellamy won over the higher-seeded duo of Etta Wright and Tyler Loong, the No. 13 seeds, with a score of 11-5, 11-8. This victory secured their advancement to the mixed doubles Round of 16 at the PPA Virginia Beach tournament.
Finding Their Groove
Despite it being their first tournament playing together, Smith and Bellamy have quickly developed a strong rapport on the court. Their ability to adapt and complement each other’s playing styles has proven instrumental in their success thus far.
“[Callie] is super solid on the right side, and she allows me to be creative so that I can run my patterns and speedups and combos. She’s always there to get us to the kitchen line to set me up correctly or to bail me out if I don’t hit the best shot.” – (Bellamy)
This chemistry was evident throughout the match, as they executed their strategies with precision.
Looking Forward
The pair now faces a daunting challenge in the next round, where they will compete against top seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns on Thursday. With their current momentum and confidence, Smith and Bellamy are ready to make a significant impact as they aim to continue their tournament run.
News in Brief: Callie Smith and Roscoe Bellamy
Callie Smith and Roscoe Bellamy defeated Etta Wright and Tyler Loong in two games, 11-5, 11-8, to secure their place in the mixed doubles Round of 16 at the PPA Virginia Beach tournament. This is the first tournament for the pair, who have quickly found synergy on the court.
Bellamy praised Smith’s solid play, noting their complementary styles. They are set to face top seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns in their next match, aiming to keep their momentum going.
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