McIntosh boys win state tennis

The Chiefs are champions. With a victory over Riverwood in the final match, McIntosh won the Class 5A boys tennis state championship. 

“The state championship match, and truly the entire playoff run, was one of the most profound demonstrations of competitive greatness I have witnessed in my 35 years of playing and coaching,” said head coach Allen Beall. “It exemplified what it means to be at your best when your best is needed. More than that, it was a testament to the power of culture, specifically the family culture our program has worked so hard to cultivate. That intangible bond made this dream season, with a final record of 21-0, a reality.” 

It is the first state championship for the McIntosh boys team, with the Lady Chiefs winning state in 2021. 

“This was a championship not just built on talent, but on character, resilience, and the love of teammates who refused to let each other down,” said Beall. “It was the kind of season and playoff run every competitor dreams of, and our players delivered.” 

The champion Chiefs are Andrew Deng, Gavin Mullen, Ayaan Popatiya, Aarish Popatiya, William Pullin, Krish Sarin, Sachin Subramanian, Edward Yang, and Zachary Christensen. They are coached by Beall, Carlie Anderson, and Keith Roberts. 

Beall called seniors William Pullin, Gavin Mullin, Edward Yang, and Krish Sarin the heartbeat of the team. 

“For four years, they have played for one another, sacrificing personal accolades for team success. Their commitment to each other is what carried us through one of the toughest playoff brackets we have faced in years.”