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Washington and Lee University drops in rankings when methodology emphasizes social mobility
Even though the university dropped in ranking, admissions officials are not concerned about prospective student applications
![Zack Ely, ‘19, has had to step up since Michael Holt, ‘16, tore his ACL. Ely has won his last seven singles matches. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/rlxq8io41gj4zfra.jpg)
Men’s tennis makes name nationally
Despite injuries, the men’s tennis team has managed to climb into the national top-25 rankings