JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 11, 2005) - The Intercollegiate Tennis Association announced the National Team Rankings today. The East Tennessee State University men's team placed 72 among Division I team's.

During the 2004 season, the men's tennis team compiled a 20-6 overall record, an undefeated Southern Conference record of 10-0, and a final ITA National Team Ranking of 68. The team then went on to win three matches at the SoCon Tournament to earn their third NCAA appearance.

The Buccaneers eagerly await the start of their 2005 regular season on January 21 with a road trip to Richmond, Va.