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Women’s Soccer Clips Kzoo 3-2 - Remains One Point Out of First Place at Midpoint of League Schedule
Saturday, October 06, 2012
By Mark DeHaan
Wrapping up the first half of their conference schedule, the Knights hosted the Hornets of Kalamazoo on Saturday afternoon at Zuidema Field. Calvin came out victorious 3-2 to finish just one point behind Alma for first place in the MIAA through half of its schedule. Calvin overcame a 1-0 deficit by scoring the next three goals of the game. Scoring for the Knights were freshmen Paige Capel, senior Francesca Smith and junior Kelly Koets. The score by Koets proved to be the game-winner. Calvin will travel to Trine next Tuesday for a 4 p.m. match.
Win Streak by Women’s Soccer Team Snapped at Hope
Wednesday, October 03, 2012
The four-game win streak by the Calvin women’s soccer team came to an end on Wednesday as the Knights suffered a 2-0 defeat at rival Hope. Hope scored both of its goals in the first half, using a Calvin deflection for an “own goal” in the 21st minute and another goal in the 34th minute. Calvin outshot Hope 14-10 in the match but did not put a single shot on frame. Calvin junior goalkeeper Ashton Hearn had two saves. Calvin (6-3-0 overall, 5-2-0 MIAA will host Kalamazoo on Saturday at noon.
Women’s Soccer Defeats Adrian 3-1 - Extends Win Streak to Four Games
Saturday, September 29, 2012
By Mark DeHaan
After an early conference season loss to the Scots of Alma, the women’s soccer team has been rolling as of late, winning three straight contests while outscoring it’s opponents 11-0. The Knights looked to continue that streak when it hosted the Adrian Bulldogs at Zuidema Field. Calvin, scoring three first half goals, did just that as it bottled up last year’s MIAA MVP Sam Barker and the Adrian offense en route to a 3-1 win. Scoring first half goals for Calvin were freshman Paige Capel, junior Danielle Carter and freshman Abigal Ploeg. Calvin held a 22-13 shots at goal advantage in the win. The Knights have now won four games in a row heading into a rivalry showdown at Hope next Wednesday afternoon.
Women’s Soccer Claims 1-0 OT Win at Saint Mary’s
Thursday, September 27, 2012
NOTRE DAME, IN - The Calvin women’s soccer team moved to 5-2-0 overall and to 4-1-0 in the MIAA with a 1-0 sudden-death overtime victory at Saint Mary’s College Thursday afternoon. Junior midfielder Danielle Carter rifled in a shot three minutes into overtime for the game-winning score. Junior Heidi Scholten was credited with an assist on the play. Calvin outshot Saint Mary’s 21-5. Junior goalkeeper Ashton Hearn was credited with the shutout for Calvin. Calvin will host Adrian on Saturday at noon at Calvin’s Zuidema Field.
Women’s Soccer Gains 1-0 Win at Olivet Behind Second Half Goal From Paige Capel
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Photo Courtesy of Olivet Sports Information
OLIVET - The Calvin women’s soccer team picked up a 1-0 victory at Olivet Tuesday afternoon, improving to 4-2-0 overall and to 3-1-0 in the MIAA. Sophomore Paige Capel scored the only goal of the game, converting a feed from freshman teammate Taylor TenHarmsel in the 63rd minute of play. Calvin held a 22-6 shots at goal advantage. Junior goalkeeper Ashton Hearn picked up the shutout victory in goal for the Knights who travel to Saint Mary’s on Thursday for a 4 p.m. contest.
Women’s soccer gains 11-0 win over Albion - busy slate of games up ahead
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Story By Mark DeHaan
Photo by Paul Evans
Calvin women’s soccer played host to Albion Saturday afternoon in the first game of a women’s-men’s soccer doubleheader. The Knights took the first match of the doubleheader, defeating the Britons 11-0. Calvin (3-2-0 overall, 2-1-0 MIAA) received two goals apiece from senior Francesca Smith and freshman Taylor TenHarmsel. Also scoring goals for Calvin were senior Liz Cancel, sophomore Paige Capel, junior Danielle Carter, junior Heidi Scholten, freshman Abigal Ploeg, junior Kelly Koets and freshman Christina Drost. The Knights now look forward to a busy week where they will play at Olivet on Tuesday, at Saint Mary’s on Thursday, and home against Adrian on Saturday.
Women’s Soccer Falls In Overtime at Alma 2-1
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
ALMA - In a meeting of regionally-ranked teams, Calvin suffered a heart-breaking match at Alma’s Scotland Yard Wednesday afternoon, falling 2-1 in overtime.Calvin outshot the host Scots but could only find the back of the net once. Alma took a 1-0 halftime lead on a first half goal by Mackenzie Smith. Calvin countered on a goal by junior Kelly Koets (Grandville/Calvin Christian HS) with 17:30 remaining with junior Danielle Carter (DeWitt/DeWitt HS) drawing an assist on the play. Calvin continued to pressure in the closing minutes of regulation, hitting the crossbar once. In the waning minutes of the first overtime, Alma struck for the game-winning “golden goal” as Mackenzie Smith broke free in the Calvin box, slid a pass to teammate Kelly Wilson and Wilson responded by slipping a shot into an open Calvin net.Calvin (2-2-0 overall, 1-1-0 MIAA) came into the match ranked 10th in the Division III Coaches Central Region while Alma came in ranked sixth in the regional poll. The Knights are back in action on Saturday, hosting Albion at noon at Calvin’s Zuidema Field.
Women’s Soccer Team Opens MIAA Campaign With 5-0 Win Over Trine
Thursday, September 13, 2012
The Calvin women’s soccer team opened its 2012 MIAA campaign with a 5-0 victory over visiting Trine University Thursday afternoon at Calvin’s Zuidema Field. Calvin held a 1-0 halftime lead on a first half goal by senior Liz Cancel. Junior Heidi Scholten then found the back of the net in the second half to give the Knights a 2-0 advantage and junior Kelly Koets, Cancel and junior Danielle Carter added additional goals to close out the scoring. Calvin (2-1-0 overall) outshot Trine 27-3. Junior Ashton Hearn and freshman Leesha Gunnink combined on the shutout in goal for Calvin. The Knights return to action next Wednesday, traveling to Alma for a 4 p.m. contest.
Women’s Soccer Claims 2-1 Win Over Illinois Wesleyan
Friday, September 07, 2012
(Written by Mark DeHaan)
Playing in the first game of a doubleheader at Grand Rapids Christian High School’s Eagle Stadium, against the Titans of Illinois Wesleyan, the Calvin Knights were victorious, winning by a 2-1 score. Calvin received a first half goal by senior Francesca Smith and a second half tally by freshman Taylor TenHarmsel to grab a 2-0 lead. Illinois Wesleyan scored in the closing minutes but the Knights were able to hold on behind five (overall) saves by junior goalkeeper Ashton Hearn to gain the win.
Women’s Soccer Falls to Nationally-Ranked Wheaton Squad 3-2 in Season Opener
Tuesday, September 04, 2012
By Mark DeHaan
Looking to start off the season on the right foot, the Calvin women’s soccer team had a tall task ahead of it Tuesday afternoon when it played host to the national runner-up and 4th ranked foe Wheaton Thunder. Hanging with the more experienced Thunder for much of the first half, Calvin’s young roster showed a lot of energy and fight in the opening half hour of play but ultimately fell by a 3-2 score when the final horn sounded. Calvin trailed 1-0 at halftime and then fell behind 2-0 in the second half before a Paige Capel goal tripped the Wheaton lead in half. Wheaton answered with a goal to go up 3-1 but Kelly Koets tickled the twine with 15 minutes remaining to bring the Knights within one but Calvin did not score again. Calvin would seek to rebound from Tuesday’s loss by hosting nationally-ranked Illinois Wesleyan University Friday night at 5:30 p.m. at Grand Rapids Christian High School’s Memorial Stadium.
