News Summary
Lander University has made a significant mark in the 2025 Peach Belt Conference Women’s Tennis All-Conference awards, with Evelyn Altmaier earning Second Team All-Conference in singles and Hannah Panchal receiving the Elite 18 Award for academic excellence. This recognition highlights the university’s commitment to both athletic performance and academic success. Despite a recent narrow loss to Augusta University, the achievements of these student-athletes showcase the growing talent in Lander’s tennis program.
Lander University Shines in 2025 Peach Belt Conference Women’s Tennis Awards
In the dynamic city of Greenwood, exciting news is making waves as the Peach Belt Conference (PBC) rolls out its 2025 Women’s Tennis All-Conference award winners. Lander University’s very own Evelyn Altmaier and Hannah Panchal have both received prestigious recognitions, showcasing the college’s talent in the competitive world of collegiate tennis.
Evelyn Altmaier Takes Center Stage
Evelyn Altmaier has struck a chord this season, bringing home the honor of Second Team All-Conference in singles. Her outstanding performance across the board included an impressive overall record of 11-6 in singles play. It’s clear that Altmaier knows her way around the court, as she also secured a solid 9-5 record in doubles playing. This year, her skill and determination did not go unnoticed; she even earned the title of PBC Player of the Week for her exceptional efforts!
Hannah Panchal’s Stellar Achievement
Single Matches: A Rollercoaster Ride
Despite Lander’s defeats in the top two singles positions—where Gonzalez lost 4-6, 3-6 at No. 1 and Martinez losing 2-6, 3-6 at No. 2—there are many reasons for fans to celebrate the hard work and dedication exhibited by these student-athletes.
Looking Ahead
Looking towards the future, Augusta University has an extended break ahead, with their next match scheduled against Flagler on April 17. They will also be gearing up for the PBC Championships in Columbus, GA, where nothing less than excellence is expected. As the season heats up, all eyes will be on both Lander and Augusta University to see how these dynamic teams continue to shape the landscape of women’s collegiate tennis.
So whether you’re cheering for Lander or just following the exciting action of collegiate sports, it’s clear that the Peach Belt Conference is alive with talent and thrilling matches.
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- Augusta University Women’s Tennis Defeats Lander
- Wikipedia: Women’s Collegiate Tennis
- BVM Sports: Lander’s Altmaier and Panchal Earn Honors
- Google Search: Lander University Women’s Tennis
- Blue Hose’ Women’s Tennis Takes Down Lander
- Google Scholar: College Tennis Awards
- BVM Sports: Lander Men’s Tennis Earns No. 4 Seed
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tennis
- Augusta Jaguars Men’s Tennis Matches
- Google News: Peach Belt Conference Tennis

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