The only player lost from a year ago was #1 singles player Jake Thomas. Taking Thomas’ place at the top spot for Dave Lester’s crew will be junior Jordy Kamerling. Kamerling has shown the ability to play with the top players in the conference and should not have too much of a jump to move from #2 singles to #1. His familiarity with the league’s best players from playing on the #1 doubles team in 2005 should help his transition to replace Thomas.

Joining Kamerling on the #1 doubles team will be William Wischer. Wischer was 13-5 in his freshman season last year and his laid back playing style will be a perfect compliment to Kamerling’s fiery demeanor. Wischer will also slide into the #2 singles spot after playing last year at #4.

The other solid force for Concordia will be Paul Tuchscherer. Tuchscherer led the Cobbers in single wins last year. He has spent the first part of the 2006 season rehabilitating a hand injury but should find his stride by the middle of the season.

The biggest question mark for Concordia will be the play from singles players Ryan Smith and Eric Torres. Both players have been regulars in the Cobber lineup for years and both will need to come up with key victories throughout the season if Concordia will have a chance at breaking into the top four in the conference.