GREENWOOD, S.C. — The Belmont Abbey women's tennis team opened a busy week of matches as the Crusaders traveled to face Lander Tuesday at the Joe Cabri Tennis Center.

The Crusaders dropped the match in a 6-1 decision over the Bearcats.

Belmont Abbey was swept in doubles play while Frankee Hendricks earned a three-set win over Mille Elsborg, 5-7, 6-2, 7-6 (8-6) in No. 1 singles.

With Tuesday's result, Belmont Abbey is now 6-12 overall while Lander is 8-4.

UP NEXT

• The Crusaders return home for two matches Friday at the Reidy Tennis Center
• Belmont Abbey will face Johnson & Wales at 10 a.m. followed by its Conference Carolinas opener against Barton at 2 p.m.