Sam Gibson, Author at The Michigan Daily

The men's tennis team lines up with their coaches.

Previewing Michigan men’s tennis in the NCAA Championship

by Sam Gibson May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

At the beginning of the pre-season — months before the Michigan men’s tennis team had played its first dual match — coach Adam Steinberg set an ambitious goal. “The goal is to win the National Championship,” Steinberg said Sep. 26. The last and only time the Wolverines won the National Championship, they did it while wielding […]

Tennis player Jacob Bickersteth hits the ball with a backhand on the outdoor tennis courts.

Michigan falls short against Ohio State in three-hour rivalry epic

by Sam Gibson April 10, 2023April 10, 2023

Tennis player Will Cooksey looks to serve the ball on the outdoor tennis courts.

Will Cooksey proves himself deep in the lineup against Penn State

by Sam Gibson April 10, 2023April 10, 2023

Gavin Young is mid jump immediately after hitting the tennis ball. His racket and the ball show some motion blur from how fast they were moving. The dark blue tarp that surrounds the tennis courts can be seen in the background.

‘Bigger than myself’: How Gavin Young learned and developed a winning mindset

by Sam Gibson March 30, 2023March 30, 2023

A tennis player holds her racket with her other hand in a fist. Her eyes are squinted shut and her mouth is wide open as she yells in celebration.

Michigan exploits Spartans’ frustrations and lack of energy to open Big Ten play

by Sam Gibson March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Gavin Young jumps to hit a tennis ball over the net. The ball is about to touch his racket, and the rest of the court is in the background.

Gavin Young upholds consistency in win over USC

by Sam Gibson February 15, 2023February 15, 2023

Two tennis players stand next to each other holding rackets while the right player celebrates and pumps his fist.

Michigan sweeps NC State in gritty road win

by Sam Gibson February 13, 2023February 13, 2023

The Women’s Tennis Team huddles together in a circle with their arms all around each other and faces together.

Michigan beats Oklahoma State to remain undefeated

by Sam Gibson February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

The tennis team gathers in a huddle with their fists on the court for a team cheer prior to the match.

Michigan goes unbeaten at ITA Kickoff Weekend to advance to National Indoor Championship

by Sam Gibson January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

Michigan continues early season success, blanking Brown

by Sam Gibson January 23, 2023January 24, 2023