Girls Tennis: Ambassador League Champions Once Again
Girls Tennis: Ambassador League Champions Once Again
Ontario Christian Girls Tennis returned to the top of the Ambassador League in 2025, capturing the league championship with a 7-1 record and finishing 13-7 overall. The title marked the program’s first league championship since the fall of 2022 and highlighted a season defined by perseverance, teamwork, and competitive excellence.
Under first-year head coach Mike Hinkle, the Lady Knights embraced a culture of hard work and accountability that translated into success on the court. The team’s commitment to one another was evident throughout the season as they battled through a challenging schedule and advanced to the second round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs.
Ontario Christian’s success was recognized across the Ambassador League with numerous postseason honors.
Ambassador League Honors
First Team All-League – Singles
- Marisa Camiling
- Emily Soon
First Team All-League – Doubles
- Paulina Beckett
- Danica Peters
- Raegan Bachar
- Josie Koontz
Doubles Team of the Year
- Paulina Beckett & Danica Peters
Coach of the Year
- Mike Hinkle
The Lady Knights placed six athletes on the First Team All-League squad, earned Doubles Team of the Year honors, and saw Coach Mike Hinkle recognized as the league’s Coach of the Year in his first season leading the program.
Beyond the championships and accolades, the team demonstrated what it means to compete with purpose and unity. Their season reflected the truth found in Ecclesiastes 4:9: “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.” Through teamwork, dedication, and faith, the Lady Knights restored Ontario Christian Tennis to the top of the Ambassador League and laid the foundation for continued success in the years ahead.
