Portsmouth Girls Tennis Team Tied for Second in Division II with Strong 9-1 Record
The Portsmouth High School girls tennis team, known as the Clippers, is finishing its regular season with an impressive 9-1 record, tying them for second place in Division II alongside Timberlane. Under the leadership of head coach Wendy Poutre, the team has demonstrated significant depth and improvement, securing nine shutout victories and suffering only one narrow loss to the undefeated reigning state champions, Souhegan. The roster is heavily influenced by senior leadership, including captains Avery Porter and Elyse White, who help set a competitive tone. Five of the top six players are seniors, contributing to strong performances in both singles and doubles matches. Recently, the team defeated Bow with comprehensive wins across all lines. With four regular-season matches remaining, including key road games against Timberlane, Manchester West, and Winnacunnet, the Clippers aim to return to the state championship match. Last year, they fell to Souhegan in the final, and their current goal is to reverse that outcome. Coach Poutre and player interviews highlight the team's hard work, cohesion, and enjoyment of the game as they prepare for the postseason push.
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Portsmouth Girls Tennis Team Tied for Second in Division II with Strong 9-1 Record
The Portsmouth High School girls tennis team, known as the Clippers, is finishing its regular season with an impressive 9-1 record, tying them for second place in Division II alongside Timberlane. Under the leadership of head coach Wendy Poutre, the team has demonstrated significant depth and improvement, securing nine shutout victories and suffering only one narrow loss to the undefeated reigning state champions, Souhegan. The roster is heavily influenced by senior leadership, including captains Avery Porter and Elyse White, who help set a competitive tone. Five of the top six players are seniors, contributing to strong performances in both singles and doubles matches. Recently, the team defeated Bow with comprehensive wins across all lines. With four regular-season matches remaining, including key road games against Timberlane, Manchester West, and Winnacunnet, the Clippers aim to return to the state championship match. Last year, they fell to Souhegan in the final, and their current goal is to reverse that outcome. Coach Poutre and player interviews highlight the team's hard work, cohesion, and enjoyment of the game as they prepare for the postseason push.
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