Mission Viejo, CA - The Hope International men's tennis team picked up their second win of the season as they swept the Saddleback College Bobcats 9-0 on Tuesday afternoon on the road in Mission Viejo, CA.

The Royals exhibited superior prowess in both singles and doubles events. Standout performances in singles included Ricky Lizardo, who dominated Drake Sullivan with scores of 6-1, 6-1. Reid Lizardo followed suit, besting Caden Chen 6-0, 6-1. Other notable victories were by Thomas Folsom, Dylan Barrett, Kento Henderson and Kaito Henderson who each won their matches with decisive scores against their opponents.

In doubles, the pairing of Yahia Elsheikh and Reid Lizardo showcased an impressive performance, defeating Parsa Raoufpour and Drake Sullivan 8-1. The duos of Ricky Lizardo with Kento Henderson, and Thomas Folsom with Dylan Barrett, also claimed victories with scores of 8-2 and 8-4, respectively, cementing the dominance of the Royals in this encounter.

Looking ahead, the Royals aim to maintain their winning momentum as they face Mt. SAC in Walnut, CA, on February 26, 2025. With this commanding win under their belts, the team is optimistic about their prospects in the upcoming events of the season.