Gross and Tothová Win Doubles Draw at Hoosier Invite
Iowa women's tennis players Emerey Gross and Emma Tothová secured a victory at the Hoosier Invite held in early October.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Tennis
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University of Iowa tennis players Emerey Gross and Emma Tothová went undefeated to win their doubles draw at the Hoosier Invite, which concluded on October 4, 2026. The duo triumphed through three consecutive matches during the event in Bloomington, Indiana.
Why it matters
The fall tournament season provides essential match experience as the team tests various pairings and play styles. Coaches are evaluating different combinations to solidify the roster before the upcoming Big Ten conference season.
Gross and Tothová claimed victory after securing 3 consecutive doubles match wins. The pair achieved this result during the three-day competition at the Hoosier Invite.
The players
Emerey Gross
She is a first-year student from St. Louis, Missouri, competing for the Iowa women's tennis team.
Emma Tothová
She is a left-handed tennis player from Bratislava, Slovakia, who is currently recovering from a knee injury.
Sasha Boros
She serves as the head coach of the University of Iowa women's tennis team.
The details
Head coach Sasha Boros is currently testing player chemistry by experimenting with various doubles pairings during the fall. The effort focuses on identifying the most effective combinations based on individual playing styles, preferred return sides, and recovery status following physical setbacks.
Timeline
October 2-4, 2026: Gross and Tothová competed at the Hoosier Invite.
Spring 2027: The Big Ten season is scheduled to begin.
Season Trajectory
The fall tournament schedule is designed to prepare student-athletes for the demands of the Big Ten conference season. Success at events like the Hoosier Invite helps clarify the team's rotation and depth as they head into formal conference play.
The victory provides necessary confidence and data for coaching staff as they evaluate potential pairings for the spring roster. Athletes will continue to adjust to new doubles roles as they integrate different return styles into their practice routines.
The takeaway
Fall tournaments serve as a critical laboratory for coaches to experiment with player combinations and return strategies. Athletes use this time to gain technical experience and physical conditioning before the high-stakes matches of the spring season arrive.
Further reading
For more updates on the team, visit the Tennis section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Daily Iowan.
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