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Dons defeat Pilot in tough conditions

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The San Francisco Dons took a 4-2 decision against Portland in high winds Friday afternoon at the California Tennis Club. The teams navigated heavy, 20-plus mile per hour winds throughout the match.

"We really struggled with the conditions today," Portland head coach Aaron Gross said. "It was super windy and we didn't adjust as quick as they did. Credit to San Francisco – they played well, but we left some big points on the table."

Portland opened the match by winning a hard-fought doubles point. The Dons took No. 3 doubles easily, but the No.