Friday, February 21
Chicago, Ill.
10:15 A.M. CT
DePaul University
vs
Northern Illinois
No. 61 DePaul Ranked Ahead of George Lott Classic
2/20/2025 5:00:00 PM | MEN'S TENNIS
Blue Demons earn first ITA ranking since 2012
CHICAGO – Ahead of the first annual George Lott Classic and DePaul men's tennis' first home matches of the season, the Blue Demons were ranked No. 61 in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Division I Men's Top 75 Team Rankings, marking their first appearance since March 21, 2012, when they were ranked No. 75. This ranking sits 11 spots shy of their program-best No. 50 ranking in 2009.
The George Lott Classic, set for Feb. 21-22 at XS Tennis Village, honors former coach and tennis legend George Lott. On Feb. 25, 2024, DePaul dedicated a court at its home facility as George Lott Court, permanently enshrining his legacy within the program. During the ceremony, head coach Matt Brothers announced the renaming of the annual DePaul Invitational to the George Lott Classic, ensuring Lott's impact continues to be celebrated.
The Blue Demons (4-5, 1-0 BIG EAST) will take on Northern Illinois on Friday at 10:15 a.m. CT, followed by matches against Belmont at 9:30 a.m. CT and Eastern Kentucky at 5:30 p.m. CT on Saturday. For George Lott Classic streaming and live stats information, click here.
In recent ITA rankings, DePaul's last three opponents have also been recognized: No. 38 Arizona State, No. 62 Grand Canyon, and No. 29 Indiana. In their last match, the Blue Demons fell to Indiana on Sunday, Feb. 16, in a 6-1 decision in Bloomington, Ind. Senior Matteo Iaquinto secured DePaul's lone point at No. 1 singles with a 7-6 (11-9), 6-4 victory. The team aims to capitalize on their home-court advantage in the upcoming weekend of duals.
Husky Highlights
Colonel Call
Belmont Breakdown
UP NEXT
Following the George Lott Classic, the Blue Demons will travel to face Cleveland State on Friday, Feb. 28.
FOLLOW THE BLUE DEMONS
For all the latest information on DePaul Men's Tennis, visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
The George Lott Classic, set for Feb. 21-22 at XS Tennis Village, honors former coach and tennis legend George Lott. On Feb. 25, 2024, DePaul dedicated a court at its home facility as George Lott Court, permanently enshrining his legacy within the program. During the ceremony, head coach Matt Brothers announced the renaming of the annual DePaul Invitational to the George Lott Classic, ensuring Lott's impact continues to be celebrated.
The Blue Demons (4-5, 1-0 BIG EAST) will take on Northern Illinois on Friday at 10:15 a.m. CT, followed by matches against Belmont at 9:30 a.m. CT and Eastern Kentucky at 5:30 p.m. CT on Saturday. For George Lott Classic streaming and live stats information, click here.
In recent ITA rankings, DePaul's last three opponents have also been recognized: No. 38 Arizona State, No. 62 Grand Canyon, and No. 29 Indiana. In their last match, the Blue Demons fell to Indiana on Sunday, Feb. 16, in a 6-1 decision in Bloomington, Ind. Senior Matteo Iaquinto secured DePaul's lone point at No. 1 singles with a 7-6 (11-9), 6-4 victory. The team aims to capitalize on their home-court advantage in the upcoming weekend of duals.
Husky Highlights
- DePaul holds a 3-0 record against Northern Illinois since 2010, last defeating the Huskies 4-2 on March 6, 2021, in Chicago.
- NIU enters the weekend with consecutive victories over Marquette and Wisconsin-Whitewater.
- The Huskies finished the 2024 season with an 18-6 record, falling to Toledo 4-0 in the first round of the MAC Tournament.
- Head coach René Vidal is in his second season, having led the team to five straight dual match wins after joining midway through the 2024 campaign.
Colonel Call
- DePaul is 2-0 all-time against Eastern Kentucky, with the most recent victory being a 4-3 decision on Feb. 22, 2023.
- EKU recently defeated St. Louis 6-1 at home on Thursday, Feb. 20.
- The Colonels concluded the 2024 season with a 20-10 record, including a notable 5-2 win over No. 68 Stetson.
- Head coach Adam Cohen, in his third season, orchestrated a remarkable turnaround from a 4-19 record in his first year to a 20-win season.
Belmont Breakdown
- The series between DePaul and Belmont is tied at 1-1.
- In their last meeting, Belmont secured a 7-0 victory in March 2021.
- The Bruins ended the 2024 season with an 11-10 record, achieving a perfect 5-0 in Horizon League play.
- Head coach Jeff Cero is in his second season leading the program.
UP NEXT
Following the George Lott Classic, the Blue Demons will travel to face Cleveland State on Friday, Feb. 28.
FOLLOW THE BLUE DEMONS
For all the latest information on DePaul Men's Tennis, visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
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