Pena Zapata, Gonell Secure Victories in Rahway Girls Tennis Opening Season Loss to Plainfield
Maria Torres · Union County Life
The Rahway High School girls tennis team opened its season at home on Monday, August 24, hosting Plainfield. Rahway fell to the Cardinals, 3-2, losing its 1st singles match and both of its doubles matches.
The two victories for Rahway came from junior Ivy Pena Zapata, who won at 2nd singles, and senior Samantha Gonell, who won at 3rd singles. Their wins provided bright spots in an opening day that left room for improvement as the season progresses.
The Rahway team is coached by Head Coach Richard Mat'e and Assistant Coach Emmanuel Victor. The coaching staff will work to build on the positive performances from Pena Zapata and Gonell as the season continues.
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FAQ
Q: How did Rahway girls tennis perform in the season opener?
A: Rahway fell to Plainfield 3-2 in their season opener on Monday, August 24, 2026.
Q: Who won for Rahway?
A: Junior Ivy Pena Zapata won at 2nd singles, and senior Samantha Gonell won at 3rd singles.
Q: What matches did Rahway lose?
A: Rahway lost the 1st singles match and both of its doubles matches.
Q: Who coaches the Rahway girls tennis team?
A: Head Coach Richard Mat'e and Assistant Coach Emmanuel Victor coach the team.
Q: When and where was the match played?
A: The match was played on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Rahway High School (home match).
Q: When is the next match?
A: The team's next match is scheduled for a later date. Check the team's schedule for upcoming games.
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