East Providence girls tennis secures key win over Lincoln in D-II
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:47 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

East Providence girls tennis achieved a 6-1 victory over Lincoln in a pivotal Division II match on October 7. The win solidified East Providence's position at the top of the standings as they pursue a championship. Despite the season's only blemish being a shorthanded loss earlier to Lincoln School, the team has demonstrated impressive depth and resilience under head coach Slade Sharma. With one match remaining against Lincoln on October 14, the Townies appear poised to enter playoffs with strong confidence.
- •East Providence improved its record to 8-1 this season.
- •Sydney Olson and Addison Flanagan were key contributors for the Townies.
- •The match started late due to Lincoln's transportation issues.
- •East Providence's next matchup is a rematch at Lincoln School on October 14.
- •Two championships in program history, last in D-III, highlight the team's aspirations.
- 9:47 AMYahoo Sports — East Providence girls tennis making net gains in D-II. Will a title follow?
"A rebuilding year has ended up being one of the best seasons East Providence girls tennis has ever had. Here's what we learned from the Townies' win over Lincoln.
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