(May 14, 2026) — The Haddam-Killingworth High School Boys Tennis team pulled off an impressive 4-3 victory over Westbrook on May 13, 2026, defeating the #2 seed in the Shoreline Conference behind a dominant singles performance. HKHS swept all four singles matches to secure the hard-fought Conference win.
Leading the way at first singles was Sophomore Tyler Medina, who made a return from injury. Medina controlled the match from start to finish, defeating Miles Hayden 6-1, 6-1.
At second singles, Sophomore Matthew Medina continued the strong showing for the Cougars with an energetic 6-1, 6-2 victory over Yareth Antunez. Third singles player, Freshman Cooper Broder also delivered a steady performance, cruising past Jackson Bonner 6-2, 6-0 to keep the momentum firmly on HKHS’s side.
The match of the day came at fourth singles, where Senior AJ Livingston earned MVP honors after battling through a grueling three-set match that helped clinch the overall team victory. Livingston fought through a tough second set before regrouping to defeat Evan Lessard 6-4, 5-7, 6-4 in a thrilling contest.
HKHS also showed determination in doubles play, despite facing experienced Westbrook lineups. At first doubles, Mason Coppola and Aron Torres competed against a seasoned group of senior players. At second doubles, Tyler Dickinson and Alex O’Rourke worked hard against another experienced Westbrook set, gaining valuable experience while showing resilience and effort from start to finish.
With the win, the Cougars continue to build momentum heading deeper into Shoreline Conference play, fueled by strong singles performances, toughness under pressure, and a team effort throughout the entire lineup. Their next match is on May 18, 2026 against Coginchaug.
Individual Match scores are as follows:
Singles
1.Tyler Medina (HK) def. Miles Hayden (WB) 6-1,6-1
2.Matthew Medina (HK) def. Yareth Antunez (WB) 6-1, 6-2
3.Cooper Broder (HK) def. Jackson Bonner (WB) 6-2, 6-0
4.AJ Livingston (HK) def. Evan Lessard (WB) 6-4,5-7,6-4
Doubles
1.Aiden Otrin/Griffin Donley(WB) def Aron Torres/ Mason Coppola (HK) 6-0,6-0
2.Ryan Sacco/Jacob Bennett(WB) def. Tyler Dickinson/Alex O’Rourke (HK) 6-2,6-2
3.WB win by Forfeit
