Thunder in the Mountains Tournament Concluded in Charleston
Organizers moved final matches to the Kanawha Valley YMCA after rain impacted the weekend tennis schedule.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Tennis
The Thunder in the Mountains tennis tournament wrapped up on Sunday after a weekend of singles competition. Rain forced organizers to shift semifinal and final matches from the Schoenbaum Tennis Courts to the Kanawha Valley YMCA.
Why it matters
The relocation ensured the tournament could reach its conclusion despite weather challenges. It showcased competitive talent from across three collegiate programs in the region.
The tournament featured 3 collegiate teams, with players from Marshall University, West Virginia University, and the University of Charleston competing. Two Marshall University players reached the final rounds of the singles competition.
The players
Marshall University
This public research university located in Huntington, West Virginia, fields various intercollegiate athletic teams.
West Virginia University
Based in Morgantown, this public land-grant institution maintains a prominent athletics program.
University of Charleston
This private university located in Charleston, West Virginia, participates in regional collegiate sporting events.
The details
The event began on Friday with singles matches held at the Schoenbaum Tennis Courts. A special kids' clinic was hosted on Saturday before weather conditions necessitated the move to the Kanawha Valley YMCA for Sunday's final stages.
Timeline
The tournament began on Friday.
A kids' clinic was held on Saturday.
The tournament concluded on Sunday with the final matches.
Season Trajectory
This regional event follows the pattern of intercollegiate play established by the NCAA Division II tennis championship structure. The inclusion of three major regional programs highlights the ongoing competitive development of collegiate tennis in the Kanawha Valley.
The relocation to the Kanawha Valley YMCA allowed the tournament to finish on schedule for the competing student-athletes. Attendance for the final matches was shifted from the outdoor Schoenbaum Tennis Courts to the indoor facility due to Sunday's weather.
The takeaway
Regional tennis tournaments rely heavily on local facilities like the Kanawha Valley YMCA to maintain scheduling when weather disrupts outdoor play. Athletes and organizers must remain adaptable to keep seasonal competition on track during periods of inclement weather.
Further reading
For more updates on regional athletic events, visit the Tennis section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WOWK 13 Huntington.
