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Top teams and players to watch in the 2026 RIIL girls tennis season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:54 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Top teams and players to watch in the 2026 RIIL girls tennis season

Summary

As the 2026 Rhode Island Interscholastic League girls tennis season begins, La Salle College Preparatory returns as the reigning state champion with a strong lineup. Other young contenders include Barrington and North Kingstown, while Prout moves up to Division I following a Division II title last year. Division II is now more competitive with teams like East Providence and Westerly also promoting. Anticipation surrounds standout players like Ruby Bigda from North Kingstown and Jude Brody from Classical as they look to make an impact this season, while Coventry is a favored team in Division III after a strong previous season. The dynamics of this year’s championship race appear set for notable shifts and surprises.

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•La Salle aims for a 13th consecutive title with an experienced roster.
•Barrington and North Kingstown are key challengers this season.
•Prout returns to Division I after winning the Division II title.
•East Providence and Westerly move up, adding competition to Division I.
•Coventry is favored in Division III after reaching last year's final.

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Will the 2026 girls tennis season serve up some drama? Who will rule the courts? Here's a look at the top teams and players in Rhode Island this fall.
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