Women’s Soccer Defeated by Moravian (Pa.) College in Double Overtime

ERIE, PA.  –  The Hiram College women’s soccer team was defeated by Moravian (Pa.) College, 3-2, in double overtime today (Sunday, Sept. 5) in the final game of the Herb Lauffer Memorial Tournament hosted by Penn State-Behrend in Erie, Pa.  [Game Stats]

With the loss, the Terriers are now 1-2 overall for the season.  Moravian improves to 2-0-1 overall.

Moravian scored the game’s first goal at the 23:00 minute mark off the foot of Kim Gogel for a 1-0 advantage.  About five minutes later, sophomore midfielder/forward Stephanie Takeuchi (Milton, Ontario/E.C. Drury) tied the game at a 1-1, her second goal of the season, during the 28th minute with an assist from senior midfielder Kendra Dean (Chesterland/West Geauga).  Neither team would score again during the remainder of the half, resulting in a 1-1 tie at the break.

In the second half, Moravian regained the lead midway through the period with a goal from Jenna Stickle, making the score 2-1.  The lead wouldn’t last long as senior two-time All-North Coast Athletic Conference forward Claire Conner (Aurora) tallied the game-tying goal just 27 seconds later at the 74:43 mark with a second assist from Dean.  But that would be all the scoring in regulation as the game headed to overtime, tied at 2-2.

Hiram outshot Moravian, 3-0, in the first overtime period, but could not find the back of the net, as both teams remained deadlocked at 2-2 and the game would go to a second overtime.

With under a minute remaining in the final overtime period, Moravian broke the stalemate with the game-winning goal off the foot of Arielle Caldas that was set up by Stickle, giving Moravian a 3-2 overtime victory.

In goal for Hiram, senior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) played all 109:04, but suffered the loss and is now 1-2 overall.  She allowed three goals and made two saves.

Hiram will host Manchester (Ind.) College on Friday, Sept. 10 at the Hiram Soccer Complex.  The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Loses to PSU-Behrend

ERIE, PA.  –  The Hiram College women’s soccer team was defeated by Penn State-Behrend, 6-0, today (Saturday, Sept. 4) on the first day of the Herb Lauffer Memorial Tournament hosted by PSU-Behrend in Erie, Pa.  [Game Stats]

Following today’s game, the Terriers are now 1-1 overall, while the Lions improve to 2-0 overall for the season.

Behrend took control of the game with a pair of goals in the first half, both scored by Julia Schroeck.  She recorded her first goal at the 13:26 minute mark and followed with her second marker during the 21st minute as the Lions had a 2-0 lead at the break.

In the second half, Behrend continued the scoring with four goals beginning with a score by Caitlyn Elser at the 51:59 mark, increasing the margin to 3-0.  Nearing the end of the period, Dana Saunders found the back of the net during the 78th minute to increase the lead to 4-0.  The Lions tallied their final two scores of the game off the foot of Lindsey Steinsdoerfer at the 84:31 mark and on an own goal early in the 88th minute en route to the 6-0 shutout.

In net, senior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) played all 90 minutes, but suffered her first loss of the season and is now 1-1 overall.  She allowed six goals and made four saves.

Hiram will conclude the tournament tomorrow (Sunday, Sept. 5) against Moravian (Pa.) College.  The game is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. in Erie, Pa.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Captures Win Against John Carroll University in Season Opener

HIRAM, OHIO  –  The Hiram College women’s soccer team took a 1-0 victory against John Carroll University today (Wednesday, Sept. 1) in the home and season opener at the Hiram Soccer Complex.  [Game Stats]

With the win, the Terriers start off the year with a 1-0 overall record.  The Blue Streaks fall to 0-1 overall for the season.

Hiram capitalized on its only shot of the first half with a goal from sophomore midfielder/forward Stephanie Takeuchi (Milton, Ontario/E.C. Drury) at the 25:20 minute mark.  The Terriers would maintain their 1-0 lead heading into halftime.

The Takeuchi goal would turn out to be the game winner even though JCU would record eight shots in the final period, but none would find their mark as senior goaltender Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) stopped all six shots she faced for the game.

Bristol claimed her first victory of the season to start the year with a 1-0 record and also tallied her first shutout of the season. 

Hiram will travel to the PSU-Behrend Tournament on Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 4-5 in Erie, Pa.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Picked Seventh in NCAC Preseason Coaches Poll

CLEVELAND, OHIO  –  The Hiram College women’s soccer team was picked to finish seventh in the 2010 North Coast Athletic Conference Preseason Coaches Poll that was released today (Tuesday, Aug. 24).  [2010 NCAC Preseason Poll]

Hiram totaled 15 points to place seventh of eight teams.  Denison University was tabbed as the favorite with 63 points and seven first-place votes.  Defending tournament champion Wittenberg University was second with 57 points and one first-place vote.  Allegheny (Pa.) College rounded out the top three teams with 42 points.

“We had equal shares of elation and frustration last season,” said seventh-year Head Coach Bob Dean.  “Our goal was simply to have a winning season and we fell short last year.  The elation came from the way we played and the competition level that we demonstrated in virtually every match.  This group of players rose to the occassion in just about every situation.  There were some tremendously important and meaningful victories.”

The Hiram offensive attack will be led this season by senior two-time All-NCAC forward Claire Conner (Aurora).  Last season, Conner started all 19 games and led the team in goals (10), points (24), shots (44), shot percentage (.227), shots on goals (27) and game winning goals (three).  Her 10 goals ranked in a tie for second in the conference and her 24 points were third most in the NCAC.  Conner has already had a standout playing career who currently owns or shares seven individual game, season and career records, including being the all-time career goals (26) and points (65) leader.

Hiram’s strenghth this season should be at the defender position led by two senior starters in three-time All-NCAC player Madison Sepp (Aliquippa, Pa./Hopewell) and Melissa Sharpe (Eastlake/ Willoughby South).  Sepp started all 18 games she played in and scored one goal during the season.  She helped anchor a defense that allowed 1.48 goals per game and had six shutout victories.  Sharpe played in all 19 games and started 14.  She made an impact offensively finishing fourth on the team in points with five after posting two goals and an assist.

At goalkeeper, Hiram will look to senior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) as the main netminder.  In 2009, Bristol finished the season with a 7-10-2 record, with two shutout wins, and a 1.59 goals against average.  She saw playing time in all 19 games and started 18, while making a league-leading 80 saves with a 74.1 save percentage.

Hiram will open the 2010 season on Wednesday, Sept. 1 against John Carroll University at the Hiram Soccer Complex.  The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

2010 Women’s Soccer Preview

HIRAM, OHIO  –  The 2010 Hiram College women’s soccer team will boast another experienced team this fall as all but two starters return from a year ago to go along with 15 letterwinners as the Terriers look to improve upon a 7-10-2 overall record and 1-7 in the North Coast Athletic Conference last fall.

“We had equal shares of elation and frustration last season,” said seventh-year Head Coach Bob Dean.  “Our goal was simply to have a winning season and we fell short last year.  The elation came from the way we played and the competition level that we demonstrated in virtually every match.  This group of players rose to the occassion in just about every situation.  There were some tremendously important and meaningful victories..”

The Hiram offensive attack will be led this season by senior two-time All-NCAC forward Claire Conner (Aurora).  Last season, Conner started all 19 games and led the team in goals (10), points (24), shots (44), shot percentage (.227), shots on goals (27) and game winning goals (three).  Her 10 goals ranked in a tie for second in the conference and her 24 points were third most in the NCAC.  Conner has already had a standout playing career who currently owns or shares seven individual game, season and career records, including being the all-time career goals (26) and points (65) leader.

In addition to Conner, look for junior All-NCAC player Caitlin Fortson (Ravenna) to see playing time at the forward position.  A year ago, Fortson played in all 19 games and started 17.  She finished third on the team goals with four for eight points.  Also look for sophomores Stephanie Takeuchi (Milton, Ontario/E.C. Drury) and Chelsea Ulmer (Toledo/Sylvania Northview) to see playing time up front.

“Claire and Caitlin have proven over and over again that they are threatening every minute they are in a match,” said Dean.  “They are leaders in so many ways and their blend of being two different types of “personality players” give us so many different looks at the goal..”

The midfielder and defender positions will feature a host of returning multi-position players who could see playing time at either spot.  At midfielder, the Terreirs will be led by junior Kayla Durichko (Brunswick) and senior Kendra Dean (Chesterland/ West Geauga).  Durichko started all but one game last season.  She took three shots during the season, but did not record any goals or assists.  Dean started all but one game last season and scored a goal and an assist for three points.  In addition to Durichko and Dean, look for the trio of Takeuchi, Ulmer and sophomore Ernestina Zappa (Brooklyn/Laurel).  Of the three returners, Takeuchi led the way offensively talling a pair of goals in three shots taken during the season for four points.  Ulmer was second with a goal and an assist for three points, while Zappa added a pair of assists for two points. 

“The spine of this team is so solid due to the balance and attack from our midfield.,” said Dean.

Hiram’s strenghth this season should be at the defender position led by two senior starters in three-time All-NCAC player Madison Sepp (Aliquippa, Pa./Hopewell) and Melissa Sharpe (Eastlake/ Willoughby South).  Sepp started all 18 games she played in and scored one goal during the season.  She helped anchor a defense that allowed 1.48 goals per game and had six shutout victories.  Sharpe played in all 19 games and started 14.  She made an impact offensively finishing fourth on the team in points with five after posting two goals and an assist.  Also look for sophomores Olivia Dagg (Brampton, Ontario/Central Peel Secondary), Jamie Frost (Barberton) and Lyndsay Witmer (Ashland/Hillsdale) to see playing time this fall.

“Our backline is the foundation we stand on,” said Dean.  “We read well and now provide the pilot light to the attack out of the back.  It gets even stronger this year with our first-year additions as well.  Our need is to be more consistent and more assertive in limiting what our opponents do in our half.”

At goalkeeper, Hiram will look to senior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) as the main netminder.  In 2009, Bristol finished the season with a 7-10-2 record, with two shutout wins, and a 1.59 goals against average.  She saw playing time in all 19 games and started 18, while making a league-leading 80 saves with a 74.1 save percentage.  In addition to Bristol, sophomore Kate Valaitis (Lewis Center/Olentangy) also saw playing time last season lining up in goal in seven games.  She allowed just one goal for a 0.58 g.a.a. and made three saves.

“Emily is simply one of the best keepers in the region and we need to give her the opportunity to succeed this year at a level that is higher,” said Dean.  “She has been huge for us and the level of support we provide her just needs to be stronger in limiting the chances she faces.  Kate was a solid backup last fall, learning a great deal in the transition as a freshman and we are looking for her to compete to take over the reigns in the future..”

The 2010 schedule will feature eight home games for the Terriers with five home contests scheduled within the first month of the season, including the season-opener against John Carroll University on Wednesday, Sept. 1.  Hiram will begin the NCAC schedule in early October and will host two schools who qualified last year for the conference tournament in Allegheny (Pa.) College on Oct. 12 and Denison University in the season finale on Oct. 30.

“This is probably the most experienced team Hiram has ever fielded and, without doubt, the most difficult schedule we have ever faced.,”said Dean. “With all of that, we are extremely excited about simply finishing stronger and raising our level and expectations for the program.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Hiram Athletic Teams Announce Fall Alumni Events

HIRAM, OHIO  –  Below is a list of alumni events that have been scheduled to take place this fall at Hiram.  For all the latest details about the event, visit the Hiram Alumni Website at http://alumni.hiram.edu.  Then click on the “Attend and Event” link.

Women’s Soccer – Annual alumni-varsity game is Saturday, August 21^st at noon. Alums are invited to socialize after the game at the new Dugout Sports Bar (formerly Gery’s Place). First round is on the Alumni Office.

Men’s Soccer – Alumni Reunion will be held on Friday, September 3^rd, to help celebrate the first game under the lights. Picnic cook-out starting at 5:30 beside the field, dedication and recognition ceremony at 6:30, and varsity game vs Capital at 7:00.

Baseball – Third Annual Golf Outing on Saturday, September 4^th at Forest Oaks Golf Course in Southington, Ohio. Shotgun start at 8:00, lunch in Martin Field House at 1:00.

Football – Annual Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 18^th. Brunch in the new dining hall at 10:30 AM, introductions on the field at 12:30, and varsity game vs Denison at 1:00.

Hall of Fame Induction (This is listed under “Homecoming 2010” on the alumni site) – Ceremony will be held Saturday, September 25^th. Brunch in Dix Dining Room at 10:00, ceremony begins at 10:30. This year’s inductees are: Amy (Contini) Wilson ’93, Robin (Iler) Fee ’91, Stephen Hardaway ’95, Jeff Mimnaugh ’94, Dan O’Connell ’84, Ken Powers ’87, Susan (Hollinger) Testa ’83, William Young ’65.

Women’s Soccer Has Three Named to All-NCAC Teams

CLEVELAND, OHIO — The Hiram College women’s soccer team had three named to the 2009 All-North Coast Athletic Conference Teams for their individual efforts this season. Sophomore forward Caitlin Fortson (Ravenna) was earned second-team honors, while junior forward Claire Conner (Aurora) and defenseman Madison Sepp (Aliquippa, Pa./Hopewell) were both tabbed honorable mention. [Women's Soccer All-NCAC Teams]

The Terriers ended the 2009 season with a 7-10-2 overall record and 1-7 in the NCAC.

Fortson earned her first All-NCAC award with her second-team selection. This season, she played in all 19 games, including 17 starts, and was third on the team in goals scored with four, including a game-winner, for a total of eight points. She tallied 21 shots during the season for a .190 shot percentage.

Conner was tabbed All-NCAC for the second time in her career. She earned second-team accolades as a freshman. This fall, Conner led the team in goals (10), assists (four), total points (24) and shots (44). Her 10 goals this season were the second most in program history, three behind her school record-setting 13 scores as a freshman, and tied for second most in the NCAC and her 24 points ranked third most. In addition, Conner had a team-high three game-winning goals to go along with a .227 shot percentage.

Sepp earned All-NCAC honors for the third time in her career and her second straight honorable mention selection. She started all 18 games she played in and was a member of a defense that allowed 1.48 goals per game and helped the team post a school single-season record six shutout victories this year. Offensively, Sepp scored one goal for two points. She took four shots and had a .250 shot percentage.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Defeated by Oberlin College in Overtime

GARRETTSVILLE, OHIO — The Hiram College women’s soccer team was defeated by Oberlin College, 2-1, in overtime today (Saturday, Oct. 31) in the North Coast Athletic Conference and season finale at Brosius Park in Garrettsville on senior day. [Game Stats]

With the loss, the Terriers end their season at 7-10-2 overall and 1-7 in the NCAC. The Yeowomen improve to 5-12-2 overall and 1-7 NCAC.

Hiram struck early with an unassisted goal by sophomore midfielder/forward Caitlin Fortson (Ravenna) at the 6:34 minute mark, giving the Terriers a 1-0 lead. The goal would be the only score of the first half.

The Terriers looked to be headed to victory, but a late goal by Oberlin’s Lois Immerman during the 82nd minute knotted the game at 1-1. Neither team would find the back of the net in the final minutes sending the game into overtime.

In the first overtime period, Oberlin’s Amelia Jarvinen got behind the Hiram defenders and put the game winning goal away on a breakaway at the 93:00 mark giving the Yeowomen a 2-1 overtime victory.

In goal for Hiram, junior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) played all 93 minutes allowing two goals and made five saves. She ends the season with a 7-10-2 record following today’s game.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Defeated by Earlham (Ind.) College

RICHMOND, IND. — The Hiram College women’s soccer team was defeated by Earlham College, 4-1, today (Saturday, Oct. 24) in a North Coast Athletic Conference game in Richmond, Ind. [Game Stats]

With the loss, the Terriers are now 7-8-2 overall and 1-5 in the NCAC. The Quakers improve to 10-6 overall and 3-3 NCAC.

Earlham scored three times in the first half with its first goal coming at the 8:00 minute mark off the foot of Evelyn Tandy. Later in the half, the Quakers tallied a pair of goals from Callie Thompson during the 21st and 25th minutes to take a commanding 3-0 lead at halftime.

Hiram cut the deficit to 3-1 at the 48:11 mark with an unassisted goal by freshman forward/midfielder Ashley Futo (Berea), her sixth of the season. Earlham answered the Terrier goal with a score by Cate Simmermaker during the 54th minute to increase the margin back to three goals en route to the 4-1 victory.

Junior goalkeeper Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) started the game and played 74:49 minutes, allowing four goals and made eight saves. She is now 7-8-2 overall following today’s game. Freshman Kate Valatis (Lewis Center/Olentangy) also saw playing time. She allowed no goals and made one save in 15:11 minutes of action.

Hiram will host The College of Wooster on Wednesday, Oct. 28 in a NCAC game at the Hiram Soccer Complex. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

Women’s Soccer Defeated by Allegheny (Pa.) College

MEADVILLE, PA. — The Hiram College women’s soccer team was defeated by Allegheny (Pa.) College, 1-0, tonight (Wednesday, Oct. 21) in a North Coast Athletic Conference game in Meadville, Pa. [Game Stats]

Following tonight’s game, the Terriers are now 7-7-2 overall and 1-4-0 in the NCAC. The Gators improve to 11-4-1 overall and 4-1-1 NCAC.

Neither team found the back of the net in the first half, keeping the game deadlocked at 0-0 at halftime.

In the second half, Allegheny broke the tie with a goal at the 54:30 minute mark by Molly Waggoner, giving the Gators a 1-0 edge. Hiram tallied five shots in the final period, but could not score the equalizer, resulting in a 1-0 victory for Allegheny.

In goal, junior Emily Bristol (Worcester, N.Y./Worcester Central) played all 90 minutes allowing the one goal and made four saves. She is now 7-7-2 overall for the season.

Hiram will travel to Richmond, Ind. for a NCAC matchup against Earlham College on Saturday, Oct. 24. The game is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Hiram College Sports Information Director Jeff Hoedt by phone at (330) 569-5495, by FAX at (330) 569-5392 or by email at hoedtjm@hiram.edu.

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