Photos: Guilderland’s Bitkuri Falls In Championship, Qualifies For States
On Monday, May 23, Guilderland’s Mahen Bitkuri competed in the Section 2 individual championships at Central Park tennis courts in the finals. Bitkuri fell in straight sets; 0-6, 3-6, to Albany Academy’s Krishnadev Jammula but Bitkuri has qualified to June 2-4 NYSPHSAA state championships.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Getting it back: Guilderland’s Mahen Bitkuri uses his speed to get to the drop shot from Albany Academy’s Krishnadev Jammula in the first set.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Hard forehand: Guilderland’s Mahen Bitkuri stands on right leg to get as much power as he can get on the shot. Bitkuri lost 0-6, 3-6.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
High up: Guilderland’s Mahen Bitkuri puts the ball in the air to serve it up against his opponent Krishnadev Jammula from Albany Academy.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Just out of reach of Guilderland’s Mahen Bitkuri racket in the second set.