FREDERICK, Md. -- The Hood College women's tennis team opened its season with a win against Frostburg State University edging the Bobcats, 5-4, at the Baker Park Tennis Courts.

In the singles competition, Christine Ocampos-Barry defeated Caroline Shedd in the deciding match of the contest to ensure the Blazers their first win of the season. Jillian Elkaim defeated Sarah Eisel, 6-1, 6-0 at the No. 1 spot. Larisa Buriak came from behind to down Jannill Sites, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3 at the No. 4 spot. In the No. 6 spot Emily Schrodel topped Theresa Mills, 6-2, 6-2.

In the doubles competition, Ocampos-Barry paired with Buriak to defeat Sarah Eisel and Vicky Stafford, 9-7, at the No. 1 spot.

The Blazers next match will be Monday at the Baker Park Tennis Courts versus Shenandoah at 3 p.m.