The Flying Dutch won the MIAA women's tennis championship for the first time in a decade, but it was the story behind the victories that should be told. Midway through an undefeated conference season, head coach Karen Page had to leave the team to undergo emergency surgery in her ongoing struggle against cancer. The team rallied behind assistant coach Dwayne "Tiger" Teusink '58 and in support of Coach Page to win the MIAA tournament and earn a berth in the NCAA Championships where they advanced to the second round. Coach Page was able to join the team at the national tournament.

The Flying Dutch posted an overall 20-6 dual match record, including a string of 15 consecutives victories.

Senior Samantha Stille of Holland, Mich. (Holland HS) was voted the MIAA's most valuable player. Stille was a four-time All-MIAA honoree. She posted an 18-8 record in 2009 and ended with a collegiate mark of 61-34.

Receiving All-MIAA second team honors were sophomores Katherine Garcia of Battle Creek, Mich. (BC Central HS) and Nicole Spagnuolo of Okemos, Mich. (Okemos HS).

The Flying Dutch competed in the NCAA tournament for the sixth time in school history and the first time since 2000. The Flying Dutch opened with a 6-0 victory over Keuka, N.Y., but bowed in the second round to Mary Washington, Va. 5-1.