MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Facing a strong Middle Tennessee program, Bellarmine men's tennis lost to the Blue Raiders 7-0 on Sunday afternoon.
 
With multiple wins over power five programs already, MTSU advanced to 18-3 this season. 
 
The Blue Raiders swept in the no. 2 and no. 3 doubles matchups, while Jack Batchelor and Cole Groetsch were unable to complete their no. 1 doubles match with the others finishing first.
 
The highlight of the day for Bellarmine came from Xavier Ecarma, who battled in his no. 5 singles match against Lucas Olivier.  Ecarma fell behind 6-3, but won set two 6-4.  In a back-and-forth tiebreak, Olivier eventually prevailed 12-10. 

Bellarmine begins conference play against Florida Gulf Coast in Fort Myers on Friday.  The Eagles were picked to finish second in the ASUN pre-season poll.

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