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[su_spacer size=”40″] The Georgia duo ends the year with an 18-4 record, including 14 wins against ranked opponents. They registered victories against teams ranked Nos. 1, 2, 4, 6, 11 (twice), 12 a 16.
[su_spacer size=”40″] “It’s a sad way to end a great year,” said head coach Manuel Diaz. “Our guys really have made us proud and had a phenomenal year. Texas Tech really gained a lot of momentum after we had break points the first two times they served, and they got out of it with some outstanding serving and a couple of good shots. They loosened up and really played outstanding tennis. I don’t think they missed more than one or two balls the rest of the way. Our guys need to hold their heads up high.”
[su_spacer size=”40″] Smith and Wagland secured All-America honors by being seeded No. 1, and they are the first Bulldog tandem to earn the top seed in the NCAA Tournament since 2007. They have been ranked No. 1 in the country in doubles since March 24.
[su_spacer size=”40″] Said Diaz: “They had a great year, and we have a great future coming up next. I know they wanted to win this tournament, but it didn’t go our way today. Texas Tech really controlled play. They are a great team, and they’ll have a good shot to win this tournament. We wish them the best.”
[su_spacer size=”40″] This concludes the season for the 2015 SEC Champion Bulldogs. Georgia reached the quarterfinals of the team tournament and finished with a 24-5 record.