2013 Season Review (NHIAA Division I State Finalists)

Exeter boys tennis was able to make its fifth straight Division I finals appearance going 14-3.  The Blue Hawks loss 6-3 to undefeated Bedford in the final.  However, the season was filled with great moments.  Exeter was able to defeat Londonderry for the first time since 2009.  After losing to Concord in the regular season, Exeter was forced to play their first road playoff match since 2008 traveling to Concord in the semifinals.  Exeter dominated the match, finishing the match in singles.  Exeter won at #2,3,4,5, and 6 singles.

Corey Guen and Ryan Posternak both qualified for the NHIAA State Singles tournament.  Guen was awarded the #5 seed in the tournament and advanced to the Round of 16.  In doubles, Guen/Posternak were awarded the #5 seed and advanced to the Elite 8.  Exeter’s second doubles team, Ty Cloyd and Chip McNaughton, also qualified and advanced to the Elite 8.  Exeter was the only school in the state to send two doubles team to the Elite 8. 

Season Awards

MVP: Corey Guen

Most Improved: Tyler Russ

Unsung Hero: Ryan Posternak

Blue Hawk Award:  Chas Rickarby and Alex Vacca

Most Singles Wins: Chip McNaughton

Most Doubles Wins: Tyler Russ

Most Total Wins: Tyler Russ

Undefeated Doubles Team: Tyler Russ and Chris Lietz

Best Singles Victory: Ryan Posternak vs. Concord

Best Doubles Victory: Ryan and Corey vs. Londonderry

Comeback of the Year: Chip McNaughton & Ty Cloyd

Best Bounce Back Win:  Chris Lietz vs. Concord #3

Best Upset Victory: Neil and Blake Carrico

Best Fight of the Year: Ryan Posternak vs. Bedford