## **UNC Women’s Tennis Advances to NCAA Semifinals with Grit and Determination**
### **A Thrilling Quarterfinal Matchup**
**WACO, TEXAS** — The atmosphere inside the Hurd Tennis Center was electric as the **University of North Carolina Tar Heels**, seeded fifth, faced off against the thirteenth-seeded LSU Tigers. In a captivating NCAA quarterfinal match, freshman **[Claire Hill](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/claire-hill/26586)** stepped up to clinch the decisive point, leading her team to a nail-biting 4-2 victory.
### **Doubles Dominance and a Key Injury**
The Tar Heels began their quest for victory decisively, winning the doubles point, but not without facing challenges. Despite an injury to **[Reese Brantmeier](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/reese-brantmeier/26053)**, the ACC Player of the Year, who was forced to retire during her singles match, three out of four singles players rallied to secure the win.
#### **Doubles Success**
**Tar Heel momentum** was evident right from the start. In doubles, **[Susanna Maltby](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/susanna-maltby/26058)** and **[Carson Tanguilig](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/carson-tanguilig/26056)** showcased their top form, securing a 6-3 victory after recovering from an early deficit. Their **All-American** status was on full display as they dominated the court.
Meanwhile, **[Tatum Evans](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/tatum-evans/26054)** and **[Theadora Rabman](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/theadora-rabman/26055)**, staring down a 3-0 hole, clawed back to clinch the doubles point with a 7-5 win. The first-ranked duo of Brantmeier and **[Alanis Hamilton](https://goheels.com/sports/womens-tennis/roster/alanis-hamilton/26585)** finished strong, overcoming **Cadence Brace** and **Kayla Cross** with a 7-6 (4) thrill ride.
### **Resilience in Singles Play**
After Brantmeier’s unfortunate exit, the pressure mounted, but the Tar Heels remained unfazed. **Four of the five remaining singles matches** saw Carolina players securing first-set wins, showcasing their ability to adapt under pressure.
#### **Rising to the Challenge**
**Tanguilig** set the tempo with a commanding **6-1, 6-1** triumph over LSU’s Kinna Graham, reinstating Carolina’s lead to 2-1. Although LSU countered with a quick win at No. 4, Evans and Hill swiftly followed, sealing the team’s **semifinal berth** for the fifth time in six NCAA Tournaments.
### **Upcoming Battle: A Date with Destiny**
Looking ahead, the Tar Heels face off against the top-seeded **Georgia Bulldogs** on Saturday at **11 a.m.** in what promises to be an exhilarating semifinal showdown. Earlier in the season, UNC triumphed over Georgia with a narrow **4-3** victory during an indoor clash in Athens, Ga. The stakes couldn’t be higher!
### **A Season to Remember**
With **12 consecutive wins**, the Tar Heels have elevated their season record to an impressive **27-4**, while LSU’s season comes to a close at **24-8**. As they prepare for the ultimate test against the Bulldogs, fans are optimistic that this year’s team has what it takes to bring home a national championship.
### **Match Results Overview**
**FINAL SCORE: #5 seed North Carolina 4, #13 seed LSU 2**
**Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025**
**Event: 2025 NCAA Championship Quarterfinal**
**Location: Waco, Texas (Hurd Tennis Center)**
#### **Doubles Results**
1. **Brantmeier/Hamilton (UNC)** def. **Brace/Cross (LSU)**, 7-6 (4)
2. **Maltby/Tanguilig (UNC)** def. **Graham/Sahdiieva (LSU)**, 6-3
3. **Evans/Rabman (UNC)** def. **Di Girolami/Rivera (LSU)**, 7-5
*Order of Finish: 2, 3, 1*
#### **Singles Results**
1. **Brace (LSU)** def. **Brantmeier (UNC)**, 3-2 (ret.)
2. **Rabman (UNC)** led **Cross (LSU)** 6-3, 5-4 (40-15) *(unfinished)*
3. **Evans (UNC)** def. **Di Girolami (LSU)**, 6-1, 6-2
4. **Sahdiieva (LSU)** def. **Hamilton (UNC)**, 6-3, 6-1
5. **Tanguilig (UNC)** def. **Graham (LSU)**, 6-1, 6-1
6. **Hill (UNC)** def. **Erickson (LSU)**, 6-4, 6-3
*Order of Finish: 1, 5, 4, 3, 6*
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