Providence, R.I.—Rhode Island College lost just three game in singles action, while losing only four in doubles, in a 9-0 win over the University of Saint Joseph at the RIC Tennis Center on Friday afternoon.
 
THE BASICS
Rhode Island College 9, University of Saint Joseph 0
Rhode Island College (2-0)
University of Saint Joseph (0-1)
 
HOW IT HAPPENED
• The first doubles tandem of junior Jenna Lisi (Cranston, R.I.) and senior Victoria Vittori (New Bedford, Mass.) were dominant, combining for an 8-2 win, and each went on to secure straight set (6-0, 6-0) shutout victories at No. 1 and 2 singles, respectively.
 
• Senior Serena Bobola (Cranston, R.I.) nailed down the win for the hosts with a straight set (6-0, 6-0) shutout at No. 5 singles.
 
• Junior Sarah Gonick (Kingston, Mass.) had the other shutout win (6-0, 6-0) at No. 6 singles.
 
WHAT'S NEXT
In upcoming action, Rhode Island College will host Salve Regina on Monday, Sept. 13 (4 p.m.).