Wesleyan Squash Prepares for NESCAC Tournament

Wesleyan squash Sets Sights on NESCAC Tournament

The Wesleyan men’s squash team recently faced a formidable opponent in No. 16 ranked Amherst College. Despite falling 8-1, the Cardinals displayed a fighting spirit that Coach Michael Chen believes will serve them well as they head into the NESCAC Tournament.

abhinav Gupta ’25 emerged as a standout, securing Wesleyan’s lone victory in a thrilling five-game match against Amherst’s Abhimanyu Gupta. “Abhinav took games one, three, and five and ultimately pulled off the 3-2 match victory with 11-6, 10-12, 11-6, 9-11, 11-5 final scores,” recounted a tournament observer. This hard-fought win showcased gupta’s resilience and determination, qualities that Coach Chen sees as crucial for success in the upcoming tournament.

“While the score doesn’t reflect it,I saw a lot of heart from our guys,” Coach Chen said.”They battled hard against a strong opponent. Abhinav Gupta’s five-game victory over Abhimanyu Gupta was notably remarkable. He showed amazing resilience and focus, coming back after dropping a couple of games.”

The NESCAC Tournament, hosted by Trinity College in Hartford, CT on February 8th, promises to be a fiercely competitive event. Coach Chen remains optimistic about his team’s chances.

“Our goal is to compete at our best and leave everything on the court,” he stated. “We’ve been training hard and are confident in our abilities. We’re looking forward to the challenge and excited to showcase our skills against the best teams in the conference.”

coach Chen also extended a heartfelt message to the Wesleyan faithful.

“Thank you to our fans for their unwavering support,” he said. “Your energy and enthusiasm mean the world to us. We’re hoping for a packed crowd at Trinity College, cheering us on as we strive for victory. Let’s make this tournament one to remember!”

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How will Coach Chen’s emphasis on “playing with the right mindset and determination” translate to success for Wesleyan at the NESCAC Tournament?

Wesleyan Squash Coach Reflects on Amherst Match and Eyes NESCAC Tournament

Michael Chen, head coach of the Wesleyan University men’s squash team, sat down with Archyde following their recent match against No. 16 ranked Amherst College.Despite a challenging 8-1 loss, Coach Chen emphasized the grit and determination displayed by his team, especially standout Abhinav Gupta ’25, who secured Wesleyan’s lone victory in a thrilling five-game match.

Archyde: Coach Chen, despite the final score, it seemed like there was a lot of fight in the team today against Amherst. Could you elaborate on that?

Coach Chen: Absolutely.while the score doesn’t always tell the whole story, I was incredibly proud of the effort we put forth. Amherst is a strong program, and our guys battled hard from the first point to the last. Abhinav’s five-game win over Abhimanyu Gupta was a testament to that – he showed amazing resilience and focus,bouncing back after losing a couple games.

Archyde: Abhinav Gupta’s victory was certainly a highlight. How do you see that win impacting the team as they head into the NESCAC Tournament?

Coach Chen: It’s a huge boost for Abhinav’s confidence, and it serves as a great example for the entire team. It shows that even against tough opponents, we can compete and pull off upsets if we play with the right mindset and determination. That kind of win can be contagious, and we hope to see that same spirit carry into the tournament.

Archyde: What are your expectations heading into the NESCAC Tournament hosted by Trinity College?

Coach Chen: Our goal above all is to compete at our best. We’ve been training hard and are confident in our abilities. We certainly know the competition will be fierce, but we’re excited for the challenge and looking forward to showcasing our skills against the best teams in the conference.

Archyde: Coach, any final words for the Wesleyan faithful?

Coach Chen: Thank you to all our supporters! Your energy and enthusiasm mean the world to us. We hope to see a packed crowd at Trinity College cheering us on. Let’s make this a tournament to remember!

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