Number two Kevin Jernigan fell behind 2-1 to Jose Juis Mendes but came back to beat the Mexican in five games.

The victory over Mexico was especially satisfying for the racquetmen not only because it avenged last year's loss but also because it came despite the injury to-Jackson.

"Playing without Jackson made it really sweet," Fish said. "This is one of those memorable victories the guys will never forget."

Out of This World

In the individual competition, Kenton Jernigan won his third straight national amateur championship, defeating Paul Durateny in the finals, 3-0.

"He beat him everywhere," exclaimed Fish. "It was the best match I've ever seen Kenton play."

The Crimson can also wrap up the national nine-man championship with victories over Dartmouth. Yale, and Princeton this week. The racquetmen will then travel to Army during the first weekend in March to compete for the national six-man championship.

"I'd like to go for the big three this year," Fish said.

Now that the biggest obstacle, the five-man championship, is out of the way, the Crimson looks simply unstoppable.