TUCSON, Ariz – No. 9 Arizona Men's Tennis returns home this Saturday for a high-stakes rivalry showdown against Arizona State, highlighted by Senior Night celebrations honoring one of the program's all-time greats, Jay Friend.
 
The Wildcats and Sun Devils meet for the 19th time in program history, with Arizona holding a 10–8 edge in the all time series. The two teams last faced off earlier this season in Tempe at the Diablo Invite, where the Wildcats delivered a dominant performance, sweeping Arizona State to capture the championship.
 
Saturday's match will also serve as a special moment for the program as Arizona honors Jay Friend on his Senior Night. One of the most accomplished players in recent program history, Friend has been instrumental in Arizona's rise on the national stage, cementing his legacy among the Wildcats' elite.
 
Arizona enters the weekend ranked No. 9 in the latest ITA rankings, showcasing its depth with four nationally ranked singles players and one ranked doubles pair.
 
With rivalry bragging rights, national momentum, and a Senior Night spotlight on the line, Saturday's match up promises an electric atmosphere in Tucson.
 
All matches will take place at LaNelle Robson Tennis Center. Fans can follow the action through PlaySight streaming and StatBroadcast live stats.