Spring is right around the corner which means the 2025 Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) State Tennis Championships is coming up. Top programs across the state are preparing for another thrilling showdown. Last year’s champions are back to defend their titles, while rising contenders aim to shake up the rankings. With experienced returners and new talent stepping up, this year’s tournament promises to be one of the most competitive yet.
Boys’ Division: Who’s in Contention?
Division I: Can St. Christopher’s School Make a Repeat?
Defending champion St. Christopher’s School (Richmond, VA) will be the team to beat after a dominant 2024 performance. Their balanced lineup and strong doubles play helped them clinch last year’s title, and they’ll look to carry that momentum into 2025.
- Collegiate School (Richmond, VA), last year’s runner-up, will be determined to flip the script after falling just short in 2024.
- Bishop Ireton (Alexandria, VA) and Norfolk Academy (Norfolk, VA) are also programs to watch, with deep rosters capable of making a championship run.
Division II: North Cross Looks for Back-to-Back Titles
After winning last year’s Division II championship, North Cross School (Roanoke, VA) returns as a favorite, thanks to its dominant singles performances.
- The Covenant School (Charlottesville, VA) was last year’s runner-up and could pose a contender against North Cross School.
- Trinity Christian School (Fairfax, VA) and Highland School (Warrenton, VA) will look to build on strong semifinal appearances in 2024.
Girls’ Division: Who Will Rise to the Top?
Division I: Collegiate Faces Fierce Competition
After capturing the 2024 state title, Collegiate School (Richmond, VA) will be a frontrunner for the title again. Their depth and experience carried them to victory last season, but the field is stronger than ever.
- The Potomac School (McLean, VA), last year’s runner-up, will be a key challenger. Their singles depth could be the difference-maker in 2025.
- Episcopal High School (Alexandria, VA) and Trinity Episcopal School (Richmond, VA) are very competitive teams that could make deep tournament runs.
Division II: Can St. Anne’s-Belfield Hold On?
Last year’s champion, St. Anne’s-Belfield School (Charlottesville, VA), will try to defend their crown against a competitive field.
- Cape Henry Collegiate (Virginia Beach, VA) nearly pulled off an upset in 2024 and will be a top contender this year.
- The Steward School (Richmond, VA) and Foxcroft School (Middleburg, VA) are programs on the rise, capable of making a serious run for the title.
A Wide-Open Championship Race
This year’s state championships is on route to be an exciting one.Defending champions will look to cement their legacies, but hungry challengers are ready to take them down.
Will we see repeat champions, or will a new team rise to the top? One thing is certain—this year’s tournament will be one to remember.
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