The 2008-2009 UNE Athletics year is officially over. With both the Men's and Women's Lacrosse team losing in the TCCC Tournament, we will have to wait until the fall to get the ball rolling again. The laxers each faced tough opponents, and unfortunately could not come out on top.
The Women traveled to Roger Williams University to faced the second seeded Seahawks. RWU was on a nine game winning streak heading into the game, and they extended it yesterday with a 21-8 victory to advance in the tournament. After a close first half, UNE trailed 10-6, the Seahawks picked up the pace in the second outscoring the Nor'easters 11-2. Roger Williams peppered the net all game, launching 40 shots, and limited UNE to just 23. Amanda Barker and Kate McCarter led the UNE offense, each scoring two goals. Also, junior Mallory Long had a goal and an assist for the blue and white. This was a tough season for the Nor'easters, but they will have a lot of experience coming back as they are only graduation two seniors, Amanda Barker and Erica Johnson.
The Men traveled to Springfield, MA last night to play a game under the lights versus Western New England College. The Golden Bears, the twelfth ranked team in the country, dominated this came from the opening face-off. WNEC scored the first eleven goals of the contest, including ten in the first quarter. UNE finally got on the board as Luke DiFiore found the back of the net with ten minutes left in the first half. However, UNE could not get any momentum and the Golden Bears sailed to a 17-5 victory to advance in the TCCC Tournament. DiFiore had two goals, while Mike Woods had a goal and as assist to lead the Nor'easters offense.
This was the most successful Men's Lacrosse team in UNE history finishing with a 6-10 record. The team has a solid core coming back including five of the top six scorers. Unfortunately, Dan Leyden, who has been one of the greatest UNE lacrosse players in program history, will be lost to graduation. His shoes will be hard to fill, but this year's talented freshman class along with the recruits for next season, be sure to expect that the Nor'easters will build on this season. Other seniors that will be graduating from this years squad include Mike Nawrocki, Andy Briggs, Bobby Labbe, Eric Santos, Paris Mansmann, Dan Leyden, and Evan Xanthos. Good luck boys.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Heartbreaker...Again
Losing in the playoffs can leave a sour taste in your mouth; A taste that you cannot rid until the following year. 361 days ago, Nichols College ousted UNE out of the TCCC Tournament in an 11-10 heartbreak. Yesterday, UNE went seeking revenge as the two teams squared off in the playoffs once again, this time in Biddeford.
This game was back-and-forth all game long. UNE scored in the first, Nichols scored in the second. Nichols scored in the fourth, UNE scored in the fifth. Nichols scored three in the sixth; UNE could only scored one, once again ending the season with the sour taste of defeat.
An unusual game, the two teams combined for 21 hits and 20 strikeouts. The big difference was in the sixth inning. UNE lead 4-3 heading into the top of the sixth. The Bison had two runners in scoring position with two outs. Nichols center fielder Lauren Correia grounded to third and was called safe at first, a call that should have gone the other way and ended the threat. Correia was safe, and the tying run came across the plate. The next batter drove a deep double to center, scoring two more, and giving Nichols a lead that they would not relinquish.
The Nor'easters only answer in the sixth was a solo home run off the bat of junior Carolyn Engwer. Neither team could muster any more runs in the seventh, giving Nichols the 6-5 victory, and knocking out the Nor'easters for the second straight season.
Seniors Megan Gaedje and Ashley Depasquale led the offense for the Nor'easters in their final game in blue and white. Gaedje had two hits and scored a run, along with hosing down a Nichols runner at the plate. Depasquale had three hits, including two doubles and knocked in two runs.
The Nor'easters will have a solid core coming back next season, as they will only lose four seniors. And you can bet that they are already anxious to get that sour taste out of their mouth.
This game was back-and-forth all game long. UNE scored in the first, Nichols scored in the second. Nichols scored in the fourth, UNE scored in the fifth. Nichols scored three in the sixth; UNE could only scored one, once again ending the season with the sour taste of defeat.
An unusual game, the two teams combined for 21 hits and 20 strikeouts. The big difference was in the sixth inning. UNE lead 4-3 heading into the top of the sixth. The Bison had two runners in scoring position with two outs. Nichols center fielder Lauren Correia grounded to third and was called safe at first, a call that should have gone the other way and ended the threat. Correia was safe, and the tying run came across the plate. The next batter drove a deep double to center, scoring two more, and giving Nichols a lead that they would not relinquish.
The Nor'easters only answer in the sixth was a solo home run off the bat of junior Carolyn Engwer. Neither team could muster any more runs in the seventh, giving Nichols the 6-5 victory, and knocking out the Nor'easters for the second straight season.
Seniors Megan Gaedje and Ashley Depasquale led the offense for the Nor'easters in their final game in blue and white. Gaedje had two hits and scored a run, along with hosing down a Nichols runner at the plate. Depasquale had three hits, including two doubles and knocked in two runs.
The Nor'easters will have a solid core coming back next season, as they will only lose four seniors. And you can bet that they are already anxious to get that sour taste out of their mouth.
Monday, April 27, 2009
What a Difference a Week Makes
Last weekend was a bad one. It was filled with wind, rain, and the most bothersome of them all, losses. Both the Men's and Women's Lacrosse team fell, and the Softball team lost twice at home. But it was proved once again that time fixes everything. Okay, maybe not everything, but it sure helps.
All three spring sports teams earned their way to The Commonwealth Coast Conference Tournament. This brings the total to twelve teams from UNE to make the dance in their respective sport.
The Men's and Women's Lacrosse team punched their ticket to the extended season on Saturday, as both teams toppled Nichols College. The Women will be faced with a rematch from last year's tournament, where they fell to Roger Williams 12-10. Roger Williams is the second-seeded team in the tournament, while UNE is the seventh seed.
The victory for the Men set some history, as it is the first time in program history to play in the playoffs. The Softball team split against Roger Williams on Saturday, claiming the sixth seed, and having to play in a play-in game against Nichols today in Biddeford.
The Women's Lacrosse team capped their weekend with an 11-6 victory. The Nor'easters hopped out to a 3-0 start and never looked back. Senior Amanda Barker lead the offense with four goals and an assist, while junior Kate McCarter finished with two and one. Nichols brought the deficit back to one goal five times, but UNE always answered with a goal of their own, including four unanswered in the final 18 minutes. Junior goalie, Tara Geraghty made ten saves four the Nor'easters.
UNE will now prepare for a road tournament game, traveling to Roger Williams tomorrow. RWU crushed UNE just ten days ago with a 21-9 victory, outscoring the Nor'easters 8-1 in the second half of that game. The blue and white will be seeking revenge for that game, along with last year's tournament loss, which ended UNE's season.
For the Men, it was do-or-die on Saturday against Nichols, and showed up to play when it counted. UNE peppered the net all game long, forcing Nichols goalie, Scott Gray, to make 24 stops. The Nor'easters out-shot the Bison 29-11 in the first half, and kept firing, out-shooting Nichols 55-33 for the game. UNE flat out wanted it more; out-shooting, out-hustling, and out-hitting the Bison, the Nor'easters earned this birth to the tournament. Luke Difiore had three goals and an assist, while Dan Leyden and Mike Pennachio each had two and one to lead the offense.
Their reward for making the tournament: a match up with number one seeded Western New England College. WNEC is the 12th nationally ranked team in the country, and they manhandled UNE earlier this year. The Golden Bears smoked UNE 18-3 three weeks ago, but UNE has been playing a lot better lacrosse since then, and will have the drive to shake up things in the TCCC.
The Softball team reached the twenty-win plateau with a double-header sweep of Anna Maria College on Friday, and solidified their sixth seed for the tournament on Saturday. After dropping the opening game against Roger Williams, UNE came back to win the nightcap, 8-2. Freshman pitcher Erin Lyons twirled a gem in the second game, going the distance and striking out six, while not allowing any earned runs. Senior Ashley Depasquale and first-year Megan Johnson each had two hits and knocked in two runs for the Nor'easters.
UNE will host Nichols College this afternoon in the play-in round at 4pm. Nichols (15-22, 13-11) swept UNE in a double-header earlier this year, 7-5 and 6-1. That was during a stretch of four games in five days for UNE, where they were playing sub par ball, and will seek revenge today.
Good Luck in the Tourney!
All three spring sports teams earned their way to The Commonwealth Coast Conference Tournament. This brings the total to twelve teams from UNE to make the dance in their respective sport.
The Men's and Women's Lacrosse team punched their ticket to the extended season on Saturday, as both teams toppled Nichols College. The Women will be faced with a rematch from last year's tournament, where they fell to Roger Williams 12-10. Roger Williams is the second-seeded team in the tournament, while UNE is the seventh seed.
The victory for the Men set some history, as it is the first time in program history to play in the playoffs. The Softball team split against Roger Williams on Saturday, claiming the sixth seed, and having to play in a play-in game against Nichols today in Biddeford.
The Women's Lacrosse team capped their weekend with an 11-6 victory. The Nor'easters hopped out to a 3-0 start and never looked back. Senior Amanda Barker lead the offense with four goals and an assist, while junior Kate McCarter finished with two and one. Nichols brought the deficit back to one goal five times, but UNE always answered with a goal of their own, including four unanswered in the final 18 minutes. Junior goalie, Tara Geraghty made ten saves four the Nor'easters.
UNE will now prepare for a road tournament game, traveling to Roger Williams tomorrow. RWU crushed UNE just ten days ago with a 21-9 victory, outscoring the Nor'easters 8-1 in the second half of that game. The blue and white will be seeking revenge for that game, along with last year's tournament loss, which ended UNE's season.
For the Men, it was do-or-die on Saturday against Nichols, and showed up to play when it counted. UNE peppered the net all game long, forcing Nichols goalie, Scott Gray, to make 24 stops. The Nor'easters out-shot the Bison 29-11 in the first half, and kept firing, out-shooting Nichols 55-33 for the game. UNE flat out wanted it more; out-shooting, out-hustling, and out-hitting the Bison, the Nor'easters earned this birth to the tournament. Luke Difiore had three goals and an assist, while Dan Leyden and Mike Pennachio each had two and one to lead the offense.
Their reward for making the tournament: a match up with number one seeded Western New England College. WNEC is the 12th nationally ranked team in the country, and they manhandled UNE earlier this year. The Golden Bears smoked UNE 18-3 three weeks ago, but UNE has been playing a lot better lacrosse since then, and will have the drive to shake up things in the TCCC.
The Softball team reached the twenty-win plateau with a double-header sweep of Anna Maria College on Friday, and solidified their sixth seed for the tournament on Saturday. After dropping the opening game against Roger Williams, UNE came back to win the nightcap, 8-2. Freshman pitcher Erin Lyons twirled a gem in the second game, going the distance and striking out six, while not allowing any earned runs. Senior Ashley Depasquale and first-year Megan Johnson each had two hits and knocked in two runs for the Nor'easters.
UNE will host Nichols College this afternoon in the play-in round at 4pm. Nichols (15-22, 13-11) swept UNE in a double-header earlier this year, 7-5 and 6-1. That was during a stretch of four games in five days for UNE, where they were playing sub par ball, and will seek revenge today.
Good Luck in the Tourney!
Friday, April 24, 2009
Close...But No Cigar
Both the Men's and Women's Lacrosse teams were on the brink of victory yesterday, but just came short of pulling it out. It took some last minute heroics for the USM Men to leave Biddeford with a win, and the Lady Huskies were able to withstand what would have been a monumental comeback.
In the Men's contest, UNE had all the ingredients needed for a win, but could not put them all together in the end. The Nor'easters defense was top notch yesterday, starting with senior goalie, Andy Briggs. Briggs, in his first start since being injured on March 27th, made thirteen stops including three on consecutive Huskie drives in the third quarter. First-year defenseman, Tim Margiotta, played aggressive causing six turnovers and gathering seven groundballs. The offense, though inconsistent, showed glimmers of brilliance. First-year Mike Pennacchio finished with a hat trick, and his goals could not be anymore timely, changing the flow of momentum with each one.
But it all came down to the final two minutes. UNE held the lead for the entire second half, until USM attackmen, Kyle Hamilton, tied up the game with 1:54 left to play. Hamilton would then score the go ahead goal 20 seconds later, capitalizing on the only mistake the defense made all day. Hamilton caught the entire back line out of position, and snuck a shot past Briggs for the lead. USM would hold on for the 7-6 win, as UNE turned the ball over twice in the final minute. Another frustrating loss for the Men, as they just seem to be stuck before getting over the hump.
The Nor'easters will be playing for the final spot in the TCCC Tournament on Saturday. Nichols and UNE both have a 1-7 conference record, and a victory will propel either team to the playoffs. The matchup will begin at 11am in Dudley, MA.
Keeping with the theme of excitement, the Women's Lacrosse team nearly posted a huge comeback yesterday in Portland. The teams were scoring in bunches yesterday, with USM starting the slugfest in a 9-1 fashion. UNE would then score three of the final four goals of the half, all coming from sophomore Danielle Cate, but still trailed 10-4 at the break. The Nor'easters would trim the margin even more at the start of the second half, scoring three unanswered in the first six minutes. The Huskies answered with a streak of their own, scoring five unanswered, and seemingly put the game out of reach with under seven minutes remaining. But the Nor'easters would storm back again, scoring five unanswered goals of their own, three off the stick of senior, Amanda Barker. However, time was not on their side, and five would not be enough, losing the match 15-12.
Cate and Barker led the offense with four and three goals, respectively. Junior Ginny Lee also had a goal and an assist, and goalie Tara Geraghty made 14 stops for the Nor'easters.
The Women will travel to Dudley, MA to play Nichols College (3-9, 0-8) at 2pm tomorrow.
In the Men's contest, UNE had all the ingredients needed for a win, but could not put them all together in the end. The Nor'easters defense was top notch yesterday, starting with senior goalie, Andy Briggs. Briggs, in his first start since being injured on March 27th, made thirteen stops including three on consecutive Huskie drives in the third quarter. First-year defenseman, Tim Margiotta, played aggressive causing six turnovers and gathering seven groundballs. The offense, though inconsistent, showed glimmers of brilliance. First-year Mike Pennacchio finished with a hat trick, and his goals could not be anymore timely, changing the flow of momentum with each one.
But it all came down to the final two minutes. UNE held the lead for the entire second half, until USM attackmen, Kyle Hamilton, tied up the game with 1:54 left to play. Hamilton would then score the go ahead goal 20 seconds later, capitalizing on the only mistake the defense made all day. Hamilton caught the entire back line out of position, and snuck a shot past Briggs for the lead. USM would hold on for the 7-6 win, as UNE turned the ball over twice in the final minute. Another frustrating loss for the Men, as they just seem to be stuck before getting over the hump.
The Nor'easters will be playing for the final spot in the TCCC Tournament on Saturday. Nichols and UNE both have a 1-7 conference record, and a victory will propel either team to the playoffs. The matchup will begin at 11am in Dudley, MA.
Keeping with the theme of excitement, the Women's Lacrosse team nearly posted a huge comeback yesterday in Portland. The teams were scoring in bunches yesterday, with USM starting the slugfest in a 9-1 fashion. UNE would then score three of the final four goals of the half, all coming from sophomore Danielle Cate, but still trailed 10-4 at the break. The Nor'easters would trim the margin even more at the start of the second half, scoring three unanswered in the first six minutes. The Huskies answered with a streak of their own, scoring five unanswered, and seemingly put the game out of reach with under seven minutes remaining. But the Nor'easters would storm back again, scoring five unanswered goals of their own, three off the stick of senior, Amanda Barker. However, time was not on their side, and five would not be enough, losing the match 15-12.
Cate and Barker led the offense with four and three goals, respectively. Junior Ginny Lee also had a goal and an assist, and goalie Tara Geraghty made 14 stops for the Nor'easters.
The Women will travel to Dudley, MA to play Nichols College (3-9, 0-8) at 2pm tomorrow.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Men's Lax Gets Worked
A strong start and an even stronger finish. That is what it took Gordon College to down the Nor'easters in a lambasting fashion, 18-8. Amid the rain and mud, the Fighting Scots scored three unanswered goals in the first five minutes, and would add another before UNE could get on the board. Going into halftime, a comeback looked promising as the Nor'easters scored three unanswered to bring the deficit to 8-5 heading into the locker room. However, the Scots would not allow it to get any closer, outscoring the blue and white 10-3 in the second half, including six unanswered goals to finish off the game.
Gordon had three players who had at least four goals. Joe Derechinshy tallied four, while Andrew Kirkaldy and Jordan MacIntosh each found the back of the net five times. Luke Difiore led the offense for UNE with three goals and an assist. Senior Dan Leyden put in two, and assisted on another goal. Senior goalie Andrew Briggs played in his first game since injuring his quad earlier this season.
The men will host USM tomorrow in the home finale, and travel to Dudley, MA to finish out the season.
Gordon had three players who had at least four goals. Joe Derechinshy tallied four, while Andrew Kirkaldy and Jordan MacIntosh each found the back of the net five times. Luke Difiore led the offense for UNE with three goals and an assist. Senior Dan Leyden put in two, and assisted on another goal. Senior goalie Andrew Briggs played in his first game since injuring his quad earlier this season.
The men will host USM tomorrow in the home finale, and travel to Dudley, MA to finish out the season.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Club Baseball Splits
The UNE Club Baseball team played a double-header against Tufts University of Sunday afternoon. The Nor'easters split the afternoon, winning 4-1 and losing 7-4. In game one, UNE rode the back of junior pitcher Dana Gobeil. Gobeil twirled a gem going the distance, striking out six, and scattering five hits. He was backed up by some solid defense up the middle, as junior's AJ Fredette and Dan Root tag teamed for three timely double plays. Junior’s Ryan Knight and Blake Conrad, who each had three hits, led the offense. Knight also scored two runs and stole two bases in the victory.
In the nightcap, the Nor'easters struggled in the field, committing four errors in the first four innings, showing sophomore hurler, Kal Smith, no love. Smith escaped the fourth inning allowing just two earned runs and striking out four, three of which that came on his nasty 12-6 curveball. Junior, Brian Muldoon, came in to finish the last three innings, giving up one run on four hits. UNE had trouble getting the bats going and were shutout until the sixth when junior John Rosati knocked in Knight with a single to left. The Nor'easters would score four times that inning, but it was too little too late as Tufts finished with a 7-4 win.
Other notables include Jack Nolan ripping a single in his first at bat here at UNE. Pinch hitter, Pat McCarthy, knocked a double to right and made it look easy. The team will now be on hiatus until the Fall where they will look to capture the NECBA Championship.
In the nightcap, the Nor'easters struggled in the field, committing four errors in the first four innings, showing sophomore hurler, Kal Smith, no love. Smith escaped the fourth inning allowing just two earned runs and striking out four, three of which that came on his nasty 12-6 curveball. Junior, Brian Muldoon, came in to finish the last three innings, giving up one run on four hits. UNE had trouble getting the bats going and were shutout until the sixth when junior John Rosati knocked in Knight with a single to left. The Nor'easters would score four times that inning, but it was too little too late as Tufts finished with a 7-4 win.
Other notables include Jack Nolan ripping a single in his first at bat here at UNE. Pinch hitter, Pat McCarthy, knocked a double to right and made it look easy. The team will now be on hiatus until the Fall where they will look to capture the NECBA Championship.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Storm Cloud Forms Over UNE This Weekend
This weekend proved to be a tough one for UNE, with the Men's and Women's Lacrosse team, and the Softball team all suffering losses. The Nor'easters all had tough matches ahead of them, and could not come out on top.
Both Lacrosse teams traveled down to Bristol, Rhode Island to square off with Roger Williams University. RWU is one of the top lacrosse programs in the conference, and they showed off their muscle on Saturday.
In the Women's game, the Hawks jumped out to a quick 5-2 lead, and that the type of day it was for the Nor'easters. Roger Williams kept pouring it on, extending the lead to 10-3, before UNE would make a late first half push closing the gap and headed into halftime down 13-8. The beginning of the second half looked promising for a UNE comeback as Amanda Barker scored on a free position shot, just two minutes into the second frame. But Roger Williams would put the clamps on after that, holding UNE scoreless for the rest of the game. The Hawks would then add eight goals of their own to make this game a blowout.
Kate McCarter led the offense for UNE scoring four goals, while sophomore tender Tara Geraghty made 15 stops in the game. The Ladies will finish their home campaign on Wednesday as they host Gordon College at 4:00pm.
The Men's game was a bit of a different story. Despite a loss, the Nor'easters showed even more improvement, and played one of their best games of the year. In a game that was constantly tied, the Hawks scored what would be the game winner with just five minutes left in the game. With a couple of bounces the other way, this game could have easily been an upset victory for the Nor'easters. With the win, Roger Williams (8-4, 5-2) sits tied in the third slot in the TCCC with Salve Regina. UNE will host Nichols College in a battle for the eight seed in the TCCC Tournament tomorrow at 4:00pm, and will play their final home game of the season on Thursday against the University of Southern Maine.
It was a tale of two days this weekend, as the Softball team swept on Saturday, and got swept on Sunday. The Nor'easters got two great pitching performances on Saturday against Anna Maria, winning 5-2 and 8-1. First-year pitcher Erin Lyons dominated the Amcats lineup, punching out 13 batters while only walking one. Junior Julie Monteiro had two hits and knocked in two runs, while senior Megan Gaegje jacked her second home run of the season to take the first game of the double-header. In the second game, sophomore hurler Amber Zablowsky allowed just two hits and struck out five. Zablowsky went the distance, earning the win while allowing just one Amcat to cross the plate. The Nor'easters had 12 hits in the affair and took advantage of six Anna Maria errors in the 8-1 victory. Junior Angie Damon led the way going 2-4 with a double and a home run, knocking in two runs.
Sunday was a different story. UNE should have saved some of the runs from Saturday, as the Ladies could only score four runs in the double-header, losing 6-2 and 8-2 to TCCC rival Western New England College. The offense could not get rolling in either game, as the WNEC pitching held the Nor'easter lineup to six hits and five hits, respectively. The Nor'easters help bury their own grave on Sunday, committing 11 errors in the two games. The Women will try to get back on the winning horse as they travel to Bowdoin tomorrow for an out of conference contest at 3:30pm.
Both Lacrosse teams traveled down to Bristol, Rhode Island to square off with Roger Williams University. RWU is one of the top lacrosse programs in the conference, and they showed off their muscle on Saturday.
In the Women's game, the Hawks jumped out to a quick 5-2 lead, and that the type of day it was for the Nor'easters. Roger Williams kept pouring it on, extending the lead to 10-3, before UNE would make a late first half push closing the gap and headed into halftime down 13-8. The beginning of the second half looked promising for a UNE comeback as Amanda Barker scored on a free position shot, just two minutes into the second frame. But Roger Williams would put the clamps on after that, holding UNE scoreless for the rest of the game. The Hawks would then add eight goals of their own to make this game a blowout.
Kate McCarter led the offense for UNE scoring four goals, while sophomore tender Tara Geraghty made 15 stops in the game. The Ladies will finish their home campaign on Wednesday as they host Gordon College at 4:00pm.
The Men's game was a bit of a different story. Despite a loss, the Nor'easters showed even more improvement, and played one of their best games of the year. In a game that was constantly tied, the Hawks scored what would be the game winner with just five minutes left in the game. With a couple of bounces the other way, this game could have easily been an upset victory for the Nor'easters. With the win, Roger Williams (8-4, 5-2) sits tied in the third slot in the TCCC with Salve Regina. UNE will host Nichols College in a battle for the eight seed in the TCCC Tournament tomorrow at 4:00pm, and will play their final home game of the season on Thursday against the University of Southern Maine.
It was a tale of two days this weekend, as the Softball team swept on Saturday, and got swept on Sunday. The Nor'easters got two great pitching performances on Saturday against Anna Maria, winning 5-2 and 8-1. First-year pitcher Erin Lyons dominated the Amcats lineup, punching out 13 batters while only walking one. Junior Julie Monteiro had two hits and knocked in two runs, while senior Megan Gaegje jacked her second home run of the season to take the first game of the double-header. In the second game, sophomore hurler Amber Zablowsky allowed just two hits and struck out five. Zablowsky went the distance, earning the win while allowing just one Amcat to cross the plate. The Nor'easters had 12 hits in the affair and took advantage of six Anna Maria errors in the 8-1 victory. Junior Angie Damon led the way going 2-4 with a double and a home run, knocking in two runs.
Sunday was a different story. UNE should have saved some of the runs from Saturday, as the Ladies could only score four runs in the double-header, losing 6-2 and 8-2 to TCCC rival Western New England College. The offense could not get rolling in either game, as the WNEC pitching held the Nor'easter lineup to six hits and five hits, respectively. The Nor'easters help bury their own grave on Sunday, committing 11 errors in the two games. The Women will try to get back on the winning horse as they travel to Bowdoin tomorrow for an out of conference contest at 3:30pm.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Softball Sweeps Again
Thomas College proved to be no contest for UNE yesterday, as the Nor'easters rolled to victories of 6-1 and 9-0. In the first half of the doubleheader, first-year hurler Erin Lyons scattered four hits and had nine punchados, holding Thomas to just a single run over seven innings. Six different Nor'easters had hits yesterday. Leading the pack was senior Ashley Depasquale, who had three hits, and junior Lauren Webb had two. The Nor'easters were able to get on the board early, putting one run across in the first and added some more insurance in the fourth and fifth innings.
In the nightcap, the Nor'easters made quick work of the Terriers wrapping the game up in five innings due to the mercy rule. UNE put their hitting shoes on, hammering 16 hits and sending 9 ladies across the plate. All of the starters had at least one hit. Maegen Gaedje piloted the offensive charge with 3 hits, 3 rbi, and 2 runs scored. Depasquale, Webb, and junior Angie Damon each chipped in with two hits in the 9-0 rout.
The Nor'easters get back to conference play as they travel for a double-header against Anna Maria tomorrow, and return home to host Western New England on Sunday.
In the nightcap, the Nor'easters made quick work of the Terriers wrapping the game up in five innings due to the mercy rule. UNE put their hitting shoes on, hammering 16 hits and sending 9 ladies across the plate. All of the starters had at least one hit. Maegen Gaedje piloted the offensive charge with 3 hits, 3 rbi, and 2 runs scored. Depasquale, Webb, and junior Angie Damon each chipped in with two hits in the 9-0 rout.
The Nor'easters get back to conference play as they travel for a double-header against Anna Maria tomorrow, and return home to host Western New England on Sunday.
Gulls beat Nor'easters; UNE Shows Improvement
The 15th ranked team in the country, Endicott College, came into Biddeford and stormed over the Nor'easters 12-4 in yesterday's contest. UNE was able to keep it close with some great defense towards the end of the second quarter, and headed into halftime trailing 6-2. However, the Gulls came out firing on all cylinders in the third period meeting the back of the net five consecutive times to put the game out of reach. The Blue and White were able to notch one in each period, but it would not be enough to take down the TCCC powerhouse. Steve Smith, Mike Woods, Luke Difiore, and Dylan Thomas each scored for UNE, with Thomas leading the way with three total points.
Despite a loss, the Nor'easters showed some promising improvement again yesterday. First-year goaltender, Nate Porter, had his second strong start in a row, making ten stops throughout the game. UNE also squandered four Endicott extra man opportunities and forced the Gulls to shoot often from deep.
This game showed the vast improvement a year makes for the Nor'easters; last year's game against Endicott ended in a 23-3 bloodbath. UNE will travel to play another top team in the conference, Roger Williams, tomorrow at 3:30pm.
Despite a loss, the Nor'easters showed some promising improvement again yesterday. First-year goaltender, Nate Porter, had his second strong start in a row, making ten stops throughout the game. UNE also squandered four Endicott extra man opportunities and forced the Gulls to shoot often from deep.
This game showed the vast improvement a year makes for the Nor'easters; last year's game against Endicott ended in a 23-3 bloodbath. UNE will travel to play another top team in the conference, Roger Williams, tomorrow at 3:30pm.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Softball Gets Back on Track
The UNE Softball team got back to their winning ways yesterday with a double-header sweep of Regis College. After losing five of the past six games, the Ladies got the taste of victory once again rolling to a 16-7 win in the first game, and a 2-0 win in the second game. The Nor'easters improve to 15-8-1 overall, and added to their outstanding out-of-conference record to 7-1.
This starts a streak of eight games in four days for the Ladies with double-headers Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. UNE will travel to Waterville, ME tomorrow for another out-of-conference against Thomas College at 4pm.
This starts a streak of eight games in four days for the Ladies with double-headers Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. UNE will travel to Waterville, ME tomorrow for another out-of-conference against Thomas College at 4pm.
Men's Lax Drops
Despite playing great defense, the UNE Men's Lacrosse team could not get anything going at the other end, falling at Wentworth 8-6. After slow start to the game, the second quarter was filled with action as eight goals were scored between the two teams. Wentworth went into the locker room up 5-3 on the Nor'easters and never looked back. The Leopards would add three more in the third, and that would be the only scoring that they would need.
The Nor'easters could not get any rhythm going in the offensive end, getting outshot 46-27 for the game along with committing 47 turnovers. A great effort by first year goalie, Nate Porter, who had a career high 21 saves for the Blue and White.
This was another tight game for UNE, who has played six games that have been decided by four goals or less. The Nor'easters are 3-3 in those games.
The team will look to upset the 15th ranked team in the country, Endicott College, tomorrow at 4 pm in Biddeford.
The Nor'easters could not get any rhythm going in the offensive end, getting outshot 46-27 for the game along with committing 47 turnovers. A great effort by first year goalie, Nate Porter, who had a career high 21 saves for the Blue and White.
This was another tight game for UNE, who has played six games that have been decided by four goals or less. The Nor'easters are 3-3 in those games.
The team will look to upset the 15th ranked team in the country, Endicott College, tomorrow at 4 pm in Biddeford.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Women's Lax Smothers St. Joe's
The Nor'easters jumped out to a quick lead, and then kept pouring it on yesterday in Standish, rolling over the St. Joseph Monks 20-6. UNE scored the first five goals of the game, and went on a 9-1 scoring run in the final 12 minutes of the first half to put this game out of reach early. UNE peppered the net all game, especially during the first half as they launched 24 shots in the first frame. The Blue and White capitalized on 17 of those 24 shots and headed into halftime well in control with a 12-goal lead.
Plenty of Nor'easters got into the action yesterday. Amanda Barker and Kate McCarter led the way, each putting in five goals and an assist. Junior Mallory Long and sophomore Danielle Cate each finished with four points, and junior Ginny Lee found the back of the net twice.
The Women are currently on a two game win streak and will look to extend it tomorrow as they host TCCC preseason favorite Endicott College in Biddeford at 4pm.
Plenty of Nor'easters got into the action yesterday. Amanda Barker and Kate McCarter led the way, each putting in five goals and an assist. Junior Mallory Long and sophomore Danielle Cate each finished with four points, and junior Ginny Lee found the back of the net twice.
The Women are currently on a two game win streak and will look to extend it tomorrow as they host TCCC preseason favorite Endicott College in Biddeford at 4pm.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Tough Weekend for Nor'easters
This weekend proved to be a tough one for UNE athletics. With Men's and Women's Lacrosse and Softball all in action, only the Women's Lacrosse team was able to notch one in the win column and save the program from a clean sweep.
After being rained out on Saturday, the Women's Lacrosse team traveled to Newport, R.I. where they left victorious on Sunday. After opening up the game exchanging the first six goals, the Nor'easters went on a tear scoring 11 of the next 12 goals carrying over into the second half. UNE was an offensive force yesterday, out-shooting the Seahawks 45-19 for the game, and finishing the game with a 19-8 score for the victory.
Senior Amanda Barker finished with five goals, while Kate McCarter and Mallory Long each netted four goals. Tara Geraghty got the win, making seven stops in between the pipes. The Nor'easters improve to 2-2 in the conference and 2-6 overall. The Women will travel to St. Joe's(1-2, 4-3) this afternoon for an out of conference match up at 4pm.
The Men's Lacrosse team fell to Salve Regina yesterday, who remains undefeated in the TCCC. UNE was down early, 3-1 in the first, and then the Seahawks exploded for four goals in the third to expand the lead to 7-3. The Nor'easters were unable to get any offense going, getting out-shot 54-25, and generating only one goal per quarter, losing the match 8-4. First year net-minder had a solid day, stopping a career high 20 shots, including eight in the third quarter. Senior Dan Leyden increased his point total to 21 after finding the back of the net three times in yesterday's game.
The Nor'easters will look to get their first conference win of the season as they host the fifth ranked team in the nation, Endicott College, tomorrow at 4pm.
I guess I jinxed the Women's Softball team. After praising them for their great play throughout the season, the Blue and White dropped four straight games this weekend. On Saturday, Nichols College hosted UNE sweeping the double-header. In the first game, UNE out-hit the Bison 12-11, but Nichols had the timelier hitting, scoring three runs in the fifth to put them on top for good. In the second game, the Nor'easter bats were quiet and the fielding was lackluster. Senior Megan Gaedje was responsible for UNE's lone run, blasting a home run in the fourth. Four UNE errors lead to three unearned runs for pitcher Amber Zablowsky.
On Sunday, the Women traveled to Endicott College trying to get on the winning track once again. In the first game, UNE jumped out to a 6-0 lead before losing by mercy rule 15-6. Endicott had there hitting shoes on, racking up 15 runs on 15 hits for a 15-6 victory. Seniors Megan Gaedje and Ashley Depasquale each had two hits, while Gaedje knocked in two and Depasquale had four RBIs. The second game was much of the same story, but the Nor'easters stayed in the game. Endicott once again smacked the ball all over the field, posting 13 hits in the 8-6 victory for the Gulls. Depasquale once again led the charge for the Nor'easters, blasting a two run homer. Junior Julie Monteiro chipped in with two hits and two RBIs for UNE who return to action on Thursday when they host Eastern Nazarene College at 3:30pm.
After being rained out on Saturday, the Women's Lacrosse team traveled to Newport, R.I. where they left victorious on Sunday. After opening up the game exchanging the first six goals, the Nor'easters went on a tear scoring 11 of the next 12 goals carrying over into the second half. UNE was an offensive force yesterday, out-shooting the Seahawks 45-19 for the game, and finishing the game with a 19-8 score for the victory.
Senior Amanda Barker finished with five goals, while Kate McCarter and Mallory Long each netted four goals. Tara Geraghty got the win, making seven stops in between the pipes. The Nor'easters improve to 2-2 in the conference and 2-6 overall. The Women will travel to St. Joe's(1-2, 4-3) this afternoon for an out of conference match up at 4pm.
The Men's Lacrosse team fell to Salve Regina yesterday, who remains undefeated in the TCCC. UNE was down early, 3-1 in the first, and then the Seahawks exploded for four goals in the third to expand the lead to 7-3. The Nor'easters were unable to get any offense going, getting out-shot 54-25, and generating only one goal per quarter, losing the match 8-4. First year net-minder had a solid day, stopping a career high 20 shots, including eight in the third quarter. Senior Dan Leyden increased his point total to 21 after finding the back of the net three times in yesterday's game.
The Nor'easters will look to get their first conference win of the season as they host the fifth ranked team in the nation, Endicott College, tomorrow at 4pm.
I guess I jinxed the Women's Softball team. After praising them for their great play throughout the season, the Blue and White dropped four straight games this weekend. On Saturday, Nichols College hosted UNE sweeping the double-header. In the first game, UNE out-hit the Bison 12-11, but Nichols had the timelier hitting, scoring three runs in the fifth to put them on top for good. In the second game, the Nor'easter bats were quiet and the fielding was lackluster. Senior Megan Gaedje was responsible for UNE's lone run, blasting a home run in the fourth. Four UNE errors lead to three unearned runs for pitcher Amber Zablowsky.
On Sunday, the Women traveled to Endicott College trying to get on the winning track once again. In the first game, UNE jumped out to a 6-0 lead before losing by mercy rule 15-6. Endicott had there hitting shoes on, racking up 15 runs on 15 hits for a 15-6 victory. Seniors Megan Gaedje and Ashley Depasquale each had two hits, while Gaedje knocked in two and Depasquale had four RBIs. The second game was much of the same story, but the Nor'easters stayed in the game. Endicott once again smacked the ball all over the field, posting 13 hits in the 8-6 victory for the Gulls. Depasquale once again led the charge for the Nor'easters, blasting a two run homer. Junior Julie Monteiro chipped in with two hits and two RBIs for UNE who return to action on Thursday when they host Eastern Nazarene College at 3:30pm.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Softball Rolling
The Women's Softball team finished with another sweep yesterday against the University of Southern Maine Huskies. This came as no surprise as the Huskies entered the day with a 1-13 record, but the Nor'easters still played some great ball to ensure the wins. UNE is now 12-3-1 on the season, after tying one and losing one to Salve Regina on Wednesday.
In the first game yesterday, seven Nor'easters got hits including two each from first year Liz Kelly and junior Caroline Engwer. The Nor'easters were up 6-4 heading into the seventh and then added three more to put the nail in the coffin, for a final score of 9-4. First year Katie Knowlen and senior Jess Silvio paired up for the pitching duties, with Silvio getting credit for the winning, hurling four strong innings of relief work.
Once again, UNE did not let up in the second game getting the win by way of the mercy rule for the third time this week. Sophomore Amber Zablowsky started on the hill for the Ladies, allowing just two hits in three innings before being relieved by first year Julie Bigelow for the final two innings. The Nor'easters had their hitting shoes on as they racked up 12 hits in just a five-inning game. First year Marie Mantelli went deep for UNE in the first and junior Jenn Waldecker connected for a grand slam in the third. The Huskies managed to get a run in the fourth and the fifth, but it was nowhere near enough as UNE cruised to an 11-2 victory.
The Nor'easters will have a busy weekend, traveling to Nichols (5-11, 3-3) on Saturday, and Endicott (4-0, 11-3) on Sunday.
In the first game yesterday, seven Nor'easters got hits including two each from first year Liz Kelly and junior Caroline Engwer. The Nor'easters were up 6-4 heading into the seventh and then added three more to put the nail in the coffin, for a final score of 9-4. First year Katie Knowlen and senior Jess Silvio paired up for the pitching duties, with Silvio getting credit for the winning, hurling four strong innings of relief work.
Once again, UNE did not let up in the second game getting the win by way of the mercy rule for the third time this week. Sophomore Amber Zablowsky started on the hill for the Ladies, allowing just two hits in three innings before being relieved by first year Julie Bigelow for the final two innings. The Nor'easters had their hitting shoes on as they racked up 12 hits in just a five-inning game. First year Marie Mantelli went deep for UNE in the first and junior Jenn Waldecker connected for a grand slam in the third. The Huskies managed to get a run in the fourth and the fifth, but it was nowhere near enough as UNE cruised to an 11-2 victory.
The Nor'easters will have a busy weekend, traveling to Nichols (5-11, 3-3) on Saturday, and Endicott (4-0, 11-3) on Sunday.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Softball Sails
The Nor'easters continued on their hot streak yesterday, improving to 10-2 after sweeping Gordon College yesterday in Biddeford. In the first game, the home team struck early, putting up five runs in the second inning. Juniors Angie Damon and Lauren Webb each knocked in runs for the Nor'easters in the second frame. The Fighting Scots would answer in the top of the third, scoring three, but then their defense let them down throughout the rest of the game. Four Gordon errors led to four unearned runs and an 8-5 win for the Nor'easters.
UNE rode the pitching of senior Jess Silvio and sophomore Amber Zablowsky for the win. Webb, Damon, and senior Ashley Depasquale all had two hits for UNE. Depasquale and junior Caroline Engwer each scored twice for the blue and white. Gordon's runs all came from the same bat as first baseman Leah Granat went 3-4 with two homers.
The momentum carried over into the second game for the Nor'easters, winning in mercy rule fashion 11-3. UNE once again capitalized on some poor fielding by the Scots, who committed six errors in the evening affair. In the third inning alone, UNE came across the plate ten times, as Gordon committed five errors. However, poor fielding was not the only reason Gordon was out of this game early. The Nor'easter bats were alive, spraying 12 hits all over the field, including two from senior Megan Gaedje, first year's Marie Mantelli and Ashley Gott. First year pitcher, Erin Lyons, improved her record to 4-0 on the season after pitching the first four innings of last nights contest. Lyons struck out eight while allowing no runs and two hits.
The Nor'easters look to continue their hot streak today as they host Salver Regina (10-10, 2-2) at 3:30pm.
UNE rode the pitching of senior Jess Silvio and sophomore Amber Zablowsky for the win. Webb, Damon, and senior Ashley Depasquale all had two hits for UNE. Depasquale and junior Caroline Engwer each scored twice for the blue and white. Gordon's runs all came from the same bat as first baseman Leah Granat went 3-4 with two homers.
The momentum carried over into the second game for the Nor'easters, winning in mercy rule fashion 11-3. UNE once again capitalized on some poor fielding by the Scots, who committed six errors in the evening affair. In the third inning alone, UNE came across the plate ten times, as Gordon committed five errors. However, poor fielding was not the only reason Gordon was out of this game early. The Nor'easter bats were alive, spraying 12 hits all over the field, including two from senior Megan Gaedje, first year's Marie Mantelli and Ashley Gott. First year pitcher, Erin Lyons, improved her record to 4-0 on the season after pitching the first four innings of last nights contest. Lyons struck out eight while allowing no runs and two hits.
The Nor'easters look to continue their hot streak today as they host Salver Regina (10-10, 2-2) at 3:30pm.
Women's Lax Falls
The UNE Women's Lacrosse team fell in another hard fought game last night against Curry College. Curry earned their first conference win while the Nor'easters slid to 1-2 in TCCC play.
The teams exchanged goals early in the first period, but Curry then pulled out to a 8-3 halftime lead. The Colonels would extend their lead early on in the second half to 11-4, before the Nor'easters started their push. The blue and white scored nine goals in the remaining half, but it was too little too late. Curry held on for a 16-12 win on UNE's home turf.
Sophomore Kate McCarter led the way for the Nor'easters notching a career high five goals. Danielle Cate finished with three goals and an assist, while junior captain, Mallory Long, finished the game with a goal and two assists.
The Nor'easters will look to get back on the winning track on Saturday as they travel to Newport, RI to square off with Salve Regina (2-4, 1-2).
The teams exchanged goals early in the first period, but Curry then pulled out to a 8-3 halftime lead. The Colonels would extend their lead early on in the second half to 11-4, before the Nor'easters started their push. The blue and white scored nine goals in the remaining half, but it was too little too late. Curry held on for a 16-12 win on UNE's home turf.
Sophomore Kate McCarter led the way for the Nor'easters notching a career high five goals. Danielle Cate finished with three goals and an assist, while junior captain, Mallory Long, finished the game with a goal and two assists.
The Nor'easters will look to get back on the winning track on Saturday as they travel to Newport, RI to square off with Salve Regina (2-4, 1-2).
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