The youngsters are getting it done for the Big Green this week. First-year tennis player Michela Moore downed the 2022 Patriot League Player of the year and earned a win in doubles play. Her play helped lead the Green to a 5-2 win over BU. Sophomore Brandon Mitchell-Day laid it all out on the court with 22 points and 10 rebounds in topping Ivy League rival Brown in basketball.
Their efforts are rewarded by being named The Richards Group Athletes of the week.
Each week, DartmouthSports.com will spotlight two outstanding student-athletes - one male, one female - as Athletes of the Week. Student-athletes may be chosen based upon their efforts both on and off the field of competition.
Michela Moore, Fy., Monte Sereno, Calif., Women's Tennis
Michela Moore, one of a few talented first-years on the Dartmouth women's tennis team, was key in the Big Green's, 5-2, win over Boston University with victories in both doubles and singles. Partnering with fellow rookie Peyton Capauno, Moore earned a victory at No. 2 doubles before winning in straight sets over 2022 Patriot League Player of the Year Victoria Carlsten at No. 2 singles. The win improved Dartmouth's record to 2-0 and avenged 2023's 6-1 loss to the Terriers.