Arizona Advances to NCAA Second Round

The 8th-seeded Wildcats (22-4) swept NAU 4-0 at the LaNelle Robson Tennis Center, winning their opening NCAA match for the sixth straight year. Jay Friend, Filip Gustafsson and Alejandro Arcilla each won in straight sets, with the match taking less than 90 minutes. freshyourfeel.org

Arizona will face Clemson (17-12) in the second round Saturday at 1 p.m. PT. The Tigers defeated Ole Miss 4-3 in their first round match. "It's gonna be an absolute war," said UA coach Clancy Shields. A win would send Arizona to its fourth consecutive Sweet 16, and for the first time as hosts.