Byron Center Bulldogs

Midland MI - Byron Center Tennis finished in 2nd place at the 2 day D2 State finals today for the BEST FINISH in BC history!! “We were strong at all flights and came in focused and ready to play in this tournament,” said Byron Center head coach Andy Ely. “We had a goal for every player to win their first match, which we knew would set the tone for day 1.” At the end of day, BC sent 6 of its 8 flights to the day 2 Semi-Finals (another BC record). Day 2 started very strong with 4 of the 6 flights making the finals. After all matches were completed, BC ended up with 3 state runner up finishes at 4 singles Cole Krauss, 3 doubles Aidan Banchoff and Ben Vander Stelt, and 4 doubles Zeke Sandholm and Brody Slot. Capping off the day was Byron Center’s FIRST EVER State Title win from the 2 doubles team of Nolan Booth and Brayden Slot!! “The guys were resilient all year long and were ready for this deep state run. I am so proud of how hard these guys played. These seniors bought into the process 3 years ago, and over time, they have seen the result of all their hard work. Something truly special.” Congratulations to this great team!