Prino and Petcov Qualify for ITA Main Draw
Two Portland State tennis players advanced to the main draw after successful qualifying matches in Seattle.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Tennis
Portland State tennis players Luca Prino and Vit Petcov successfully qualified for the ITA Northwest Regional Championship main draw. The duo secured their spots following competitive singles matches on the first day of the tournament.
Why it matters
Qualifying for the main draw allows these athletes to continue competing for the regional title in the round of 64. Their progress keeps the Portland State team alive in the prestigious tournament bracket.
Portland State finished the first day of regional play with a 4-5 match record. Vit Petcov earned his qualification with wins of 6-3, 6-4 against Adi Dagan and 6-3, 6-7, 6-1 against Nicholas Bowles, while Luca Prino defeated Alexander Simone 6-4, 7-6.
The players
Luca Prino
He is a men's tennis player for Portland State who qualified for the regional main draw after defeating Alexander Simone.
Vit Petcov
He is a men's tennis player for Portland State who advanced to the main draw by winning two qualifying matches.
The details
Participants competed in singles qualifying rounds to earn one of the available spots in the tournament's 64-player main draw. The Portland State team balanced these individual victories against a broader team record during the day's matches.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: Portland State competed in day one of ITA Northwest Regionals.
October 16, 2026: Main draw and doubles tournament play resumes.
Season Trajectory
Advancing through regional qualifiers is essential for maintaining a competitive presence in the broader ITA tournament circuit. These wins impact Portland State's standing as they look toward the round of 64 and the start of the doubles bracket.
By qualifying, both athletes move into the round of 64, which determines the path toward the regional title. The team's overall 4-5 record highlights the varied performance levels of the squad as they prepare for the main draw and doubles competition.
The takeaway
Advancing in tournament play requires both individual focus and the ability to grind out multiple matches in a single day. Athletes competing in regional brackets should prioritize recovery and preparation for the upcoming main draw and doubles rounds.
What happens next
The main draw and doubles bracket play will commence on October 16, 2026.
Further reading
For more on collegiate tennis results, visit the Tennis section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Portland State University Athletics.
