BIRMINGHAM, Ala.-- The Samford men's tennis team returned to the win column Tuesday, posting a 4-3 victory over North Alabama in non-conference play at the Samford Tennis Center. With the result, the Bulldogs move to 3-2 on the season while North Alabama remains winless. 

The Bulldogs took early momentum by capturing the doubles point. Sandeep Mohandoss and Darcy Nicholls set the tone with a convincing 6-2 win, and Sebastian Harrison partnered with Vitorio Sardinha for a hard-fought 7-5 decision to clinch the opening point for Samford. 

 Darcy Nicholls showed resilience, coming back from a set down to defeat Alberto Altur 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. 

In the middle of the lineup, Santiago Arredondo notched a straight-set win, 6-3, 6-2, over Alex Despoja. Lukas Dvorak also delivered a comeback performance, winning 5-7, 6-2, 6-3 against Benjamin Meyers to secure another point for the Bulldogs.  

Samford's ability to secure the doubles point and battle through several lengthy singles matches highlighted the team's determination and depth throughout the home lineup. 

Samford continues its non-conference schedule Friday, Feb. 6, with a road match against Kennesaw State. First serve is set for 12 p.m. in Kennesaw, Ga. 

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