The Hopedale girls’ tennis team broke a six-match losing streak yesterday with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Notre Dame Academy of Worcester. The Blue Raiders had been mired in narrow defeats; five of their previous six losses came by identical 3–2 scores, and a lopsided 5–0 setback at Holliston on Sunday only underscored their need for a breakthrough. Facing a disciplined NDA squad that entered at 6–4, Hopedale leaned on its competitive experience from tight matches earlier this season. The Raiders claimed two wins through consistent serving and aggressive court positioning, then rallied and converted a key third-set tiebreak to clinch the team victory. Throughout the match, Hopedale demonstrated improved focus on first-serve percentage and more decisive net play, turning potential errors into offensive opportunities. This signature win not only halted their skid but also validated the Raiders’ belief that they could compete with top-division opponents. Carrying that momentum forward, Hopedale travels today at 4 PM to take on Hudson, a 7–6 squad that has had its share of tight encounters. On the road and buoyed by newfound confidence, the Blue Raiders will aim to build on yesterday’s success and finish the season on a high note.
