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University of Rhode Island sophomore Nikki Fernando was named the Atlantic 10 Player of the Week after leading the Rams to three straight road victories last week, the conference announced Tuesday.
Fernando, a graduate of Seabury Hall, went 3-0 in both singles and doubles play in Rhode Island's wins over Georgetown, Mount Saint Mary's and George Mason. She played at No. 4 singles and No. 2 doubles.
Fernando has been dominant in singles play all spring, winning 10 consecutive matches. All three of her singles matches last week were won in straight sets.
In doubles, Fernando and Nadia Rajan have won nine straight matches together.
Fernando is now 14-5 in singles play and 16-7 in doubles play for the year.