HS TENNIS: Evans, Stark win District 2 titles
WILKES-BARRE — An established champion fortified her place in tennis history, while a couple of new stars also showed the bright future. At the District 2 Singles Championships, Montrose senior Cara Evans completed her dominant run to a second straight Class 2A gold medal. In Class 3A, Abington Heights freshman Addie Stark captured the title on a sunny afternoon at Kirby Park. In order to ...
At the District 2 Singles Championships in Wilkes-Barre, Montrose senior Cara Evans secured her second consecutive Class 2A gold medal by defeating Abington Heights freshman Addie Stark in the final. Evans, an established champion, advanced after sweeping Dallas’ Carlin Finn in the semifinal match. In the other final, Abington Heights freshman Addie Stark claimed the Class 3A title by overcoming Valley View’s Coral Kelly in the semifinals.
Stark had defeated Arp, another Abington Heights player, in a practice challenge match and emerged victorious in her semifinal encounter. Despite being teammates, Stark and Arp engaged in a fiercely competitive and respectful match, congratulating each other on their strong performances. Stark's powerful right hand and unwavering focus, even amidst a nearby football practice, enabled her to secure a 7-5, 6-4 victory.
Both Evans and Stark expressed gratitude for their accomplishments and looked forward to future competitions, acknowledging the growth and experience gained throughout the season.
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