Portland State Tennis Players Secure Wins at Duck Invite
The Vikings earned strong individual records in Eugene and now look toward the Gonzaga Fall Invitational in November.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Tennis
Portland State University tennis players secured strong individual records during the Duck Invite in Eugene, with Luca Prino and Maas Schotanus leading the team against regional competition. The Vikings now turn their focus to the Gonzaga Fall Invitational.
Why it matters
Success at fall tournaments helps the Vikings refine their rosters and build momentum ahead of the primary spring season. These regional match-ups provide the team with necessary experience against opponents from neighboring programs.
Luca Prino finished the Duck Invite with a 4-1 overall record, including two singles wins, while Maas Schotanus posted a 4-2 record with three singles victories. The team now prepares for the Gonzaga Fall Invitational, which begins in November.
The players
Portland State University
The public university located in downtown Portland that fields the Vikings men's tennis team.
Luca Prino
A Portland State tennis player who finished the tournament with a 4-1 record.
Maas Schotanus
A Portland State tennis player who finished the tournament with a 4-2 record.
Shun Wakino
A Portland State tennis player who recorded his first win for the university.
Vit Petcov
A Portland State tennis player who secured a singles victory and two doubles wins.
The details
The Vikings competed in a mix of singles and doubles play against opponents from Gonzaga, Oregon, and the University of Portland. Highlights included Shun Wakino securing his first win for the program and Vit Petcov earning a victory against Eli Noel. Petcov also teamed with Prino to win two doubles matches, while Schotanus and Edoardo Cravanzola posted a 1-2 record in doubles.
Timeline
The Duck Invite occurred in October 2026.
The Gonzaga Fall Invitational runs from November 6 to November 9, 2026.
Beyond the Bridges
The team's performance in Eugene serves as a precursor to the Gonzaga Fall Invitational, which remains a staple of the regional tennis circuit. This cycle follows the established pattern of high-intensity autumn play to prepare for conference competition.
Fans tracking the Vikings can look for updated roster statistics as the players return from the Duck Invite. The team will be off-site in Spokane for their next series of matches in early November.
The takeaway
The Vikings have shown early-season depth with individual records like Prino's 4-1 finish providing a strong baseline. Keep an eye on the team's upcoming performance during the Gonzaga Fall Invitational to see if these early wins translate to further tournament success.
What happens next
The Vikings are scheduled to compete at the Gonzaga Fall Invitational in Spokane from November 6 to November 9, 2026.
Further reading
Keep up with the latest results and match highlights on the Portland Tennis page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Portland State University Athletics.
