Need to Know
Score: Piedmont 8, Salem 1
Record: Lady Lions 3-5
Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina - Salem University

Winston-Salem, N.C. - After the original conference opener was delayed due to wet weather in Maryville, the Piedmont College women's tennis team opened the USA South schedule Saturday with an 8-1 win over Salem on the road. 

Piedmont had a new combination at #1 doubles as MORGAN BUCHHOLZ and DURDEN SMITH won 8-2 as the Lady Lions picked up all three points in doubles play. The lone loss came at #2 singles as Piedmont has won just once at #2 singles this season. 

The Lady Lions move to 1-0 in conference play with the home opener coming Sunday as PC hosts LaGrange at noon. 

Turning Point
--The Lady Lions dominated doubles play and cruised to the victory. 

Standout Performances
--KARINA RIVERA sealed the victory with the clinching match at #4 singles winning 6-0, 6-1. 

Inside the Box Score
--MORGAN BUCHHOLZ and DURDEN SMITH played at the #1 doubles position for the first time together picking up an 8-2 win. 

News & Notes
--Piedmont is a perfect 4-0 against Salem College in women's tennis. 

Up Next
The Lady Lions open the home schedule on Sunday hosting LaGrange at noon at Burgen Tennis Courts. 

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