Callie Smith and Lea Jansen Surge into Semifinals: In an exciting quarterfinal matchup, No. 4 seeds Callie Smith and Lea Jansen secured their spot in the women’s doubles semifinals with an 11-9, 11-7 victory over No. 12 seeds Brooke Buckner and Zoey Wang at the PPA Virginia Beach Cup. Their performance highlighted strength and skill as they overcame a strong challenge.
A Tightly Contested First Game
The first game was very competitive, with both teams trading points back and forth. Buckner and Wang played hard, showing great determination. However, Smith and Jansen managed to win the game 11-9. Their ability to stay calm under pressure helped them build momentum for the rest of the match.
Buckner and Wang’s Strong Start in Game 2
Closing Strong to Clinch the Win
After falling behind early in Game 2, Smith and Jansen changed their strategy and scored 11 of the last 12 points, winning the match and advancing to the semifinals. This impressive comeback shows their ability to adapt and perform under pressure, bringing them closer to Championship Sunday.
Looking Ahead to the Semifinals
With this victory, Smith and Jansen are set to face either Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau or Parris Todd and Jade Kawamoto on Saturday. As they prepare for the semifinal clash, the duo will need to build on their momentum and maintain their focus to continue their championship pursuit.
News in Brief: Callie Smith and Lea Jansen Surge into Semifinals
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