With a last name that would probably trip even the national spelling bee champion, Khairutdinova provided decisive moments as the Cavaliers earned conference victories on the road at Findlay and Tiffin.
The sophomore played No. 6 singles in both matchups, which were 4-3 decisions for the league-leading Cavaliers.
She defeated Findlay’s Mikaela Hindenlang in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4, to clinch the win over the Oilers and also bested Shea Foster of Tiffin in three sets, 6-1, 5-7, 6-3.
Khairutdinova helped the Cavaliers up their season record to 11-6 overall.