WINONA LAKE, Ind. – Grace's women's tennis team was not able to keep pace with Crossroads League leader Marian University, falling 9-0 on Wednesday.

The Lady Lancers (0-2; 0-2 CL) failed to earn a point against the Knights (4-0; 4-0 CL), who have stormed through their first four league matches of 2012.

The tandem of Kristin Cassidy and Taryn Wuensch at No. 1 doubles provided the most competitive match of the afternoon. Cassidy and Wuensch battled tough but ultimately lost 8-6.

In singles play, Cassidy lost 6-3, 6-1 at No. 1 singles, and Wuensch fell 6-1, 6-3 at No. 2.

Nicole Beguin won the most sets for Grace at No. 3 singles as she was defeated 6-3, 6-2.

The Lady Lancers will continue action with a trip to Indiana Wesleyan on Saturday at 11 a.m.

SINGLES COMPETITION

1. Kristin Cassidy lost 6-3, 6-1
2. Taryn Wuensch lost 6-1, 6-3
3. Nicole Beguin lost 6-3, 6-2
4. Janelle Hess lost 6-0, 6-2
5. Sarah Hinkel lost 6-0, 6-1
6. Esther Smith lost 6-0, 6-0

DOUBLES COMPETITION

1. Kristin Cassidy/Taryn Wuensch lost 8-6
2. Nicole Beguin/Janelle Hess lost 8-3
3. Sarah Hinkel/Esther Smith lost 8-1