ATLANTA – Georgia State women's tennis player Eva Chivu was named Sun Belt Women's Tennis Player of the week, the league announced Wednesday..
Chivu defeated No. 79 Taylor Russo in straight sets (6-2, 6-0), earning Georgia State a point over Auburn on Saturday.
The Romania native has compiled a 2-1 record in singles play, blanking her opposition in half of the sets she has played. In doubles action Chivu has partnered with freshman Angel Carney. The duo earned a win over McNeese State on opening weekend.
The sophomore is coming off an impressive freshman campaign, earning Sun Belt Freshman of the Year honors.