Pipestone Prepares for 2025 Tennis Seasons

News Summary

Pipestone Area Schools are buzzing with excitement as the girls’ and boys’ tennis teams gear up for the 2025 season. Senior Vivian Brockberg leads a talented girls’ team, aiming for new heights after a strong previous season. The boys’ team, with a promising roster, looks to establish their presence amidst tough competition. Both teams are preparing for an exciting schedule and hopeful for success in upcoming championships.

Pipestone Gears Up for Exciting 2025 Tennis Seasons

As the sunny days of spring approach, the Pipestone Area Schools are buzzing with excitement for the upcoming 2025 tennis seasons. With both the girls’ and boys’ teams gearing up for competition, there’s a renewed sense of energy and determination as these young athletes prepare to hit the courts.

Returning Stars Shine Bright

Let’s start with the girls’ team, where senior Vivian Brockberg is ready to lead the way. As a 2024 state qualifier, Brockberg has proven her chops on the court, and with a stellar combined singles and doubles record of 16-5 last year, she has her sights set on bringing her team to new heights. Even though Brockberg has lost her doubles partner, Alicia Haack, to graduation—a pair that previously advanced to state with a memorable win against Lac qui Parle Valley—Brockberg is not backing down. She’s ready for the challenge ahead.

The girls’ team is formidable with other experienced players joining Brockberg, including fellow seniors Olyvia Weber, Kate Hanson, and Laura Minet. The roster also boasts promising juniors like Jasmine Boeke, who earned first-team Big South Conference honors last year, and Iva Witte. Two eager freshmen, Sophia Baatz and Audrey Brockberg, are also set to make their mark on the team. With nearly 30 girls signed up for the tennis program this season, the future looks bright.

New Class Dynamics and Challenging Matches

As the competition heats up, it’s important to note that the Minnesota State High School League is introducing a third class for girls’ tennis this year. However, Pipestone will remain in Class A, where they aim to outshine their opponents. The season kicks off with matches against Yellow Medicine East and MACCRAY, and Coach James Skyberg is optimistic about the team’s potential, especially with some opponents losing key players from last season.

Historically, Pipestone has seen its share of success, with the last state match win occurring in 2002. Qualifiers like Toryn Woelber in 2022 and the doubles duo of Paige Ahrendt and Lauren Laphorn have laid a solid foundation for this year’s team, which ended last season with an 8-8 record in dual matches. The hopes are high for a better finish in section competitions this time around.

Boys’ Team Makes Their Mark