Yao, a junior, went 4-0 during the week including victories at #1 singles over Division I and regionally ranked opponents. He defeated Creighton’s Jose Guerra (7-5, 7-6) and Wabash’s Jay Horrey (6-0, 6-1), the 24th-ranked player in the Central Region. At #2 doubles with partner Jake Michael, Yao recorded an 8-4 win over Creighton and an 8-1 win over Wabash. (IIAC Male Athlete of the Week)
