Bakke played a pivotal role in Norwich's dominant 9-0 season-opening victory over Vermont State University Lyndon, delivering wins in both singles and doubles play. Competing in the top singles position, Bakke secured a hard-fought 6-1, 6-4 victory over Jeffrey Blais. In doubles, Bakke teamed up with Gabe Wettig at the No. 2 spot to shut out their opponents, 8-0.