2008 Soccer Season Thread

[thebluehatman]

The offical start of the 2008 athletic season is less than 24 hours away.

The Jacks travel to Omaha, Neb., to take on the Creighton Bluejays at Morrison Field at 1 p.m tomorrow.

On Tuesday, the Jacks host Minnesota at Fishback Soccer Park at 6 p.m.

The Jacks enter the season on a six game unbeaten streak and have four shutouts in a row.

[Rabbit74]

Here is a link to the game tracker for the game with Creighton.

http://gocreighton.cstv.com/gametracker/launch/gt_wsoccer.html?event=686408&school=crei&sport=wsoccer&camefrom=&startschool=&

[thebluehatman]

Jacks down 1-0 early against Creighton

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2-0 Creighton at the 34 minute mark in the first half.

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2-1 Creighton after a Jackrabbit goal by Erin Kasmarik 2 minutes into the second half.

[thebluehatman]

It's all tied up at 2 after a Danni Healy goal.

[thebluehatman]

2-2 at the end of regulation. Time for some free soccer.

[thebluehatman]

Still tied at the end of the first OT. Time for a second OT.

[thebluehatman]

Creighton ends it in the 104th minute, beating the Jacks 3-2.

[JackFlash]

I watched from the midway point of the first half till the end. Definitely a game we could have won as we squandered several good scoring opportunities - seemed to rush things on the offensive end instead of settling the ball and making an extra pass on three or four runs. Goalkeeping was shaky at times as well. The overtime goal should have been punched clear but we missed it. Good game to build on though as the team's potential is evident and the girls play hard. This was the first one that counted after all. I look forward to a solid year from these ladies.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks return to action tomorrow night at 6 pm to host the Golden Goofers of Minnesota at Fishback Soccer Complex. If you're in the area come watch the Jacks take on a good local team.

[thebluehatman]

Welcome to a windy Fishback Soccer Complex where the Jacks are set to take on Minnesota in a few minutes.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks down 1-0 in the 21st minute of play.

[thebluehatman]

Gophers up 1-0 at the half. Jacks have the wind at their back in the 2nd.

[1stRowFANatic]

I had planned on coming up with my daughter, but just got out of a late meeting. Hope the wind helps in the 2nd half!

[thebluehatman]

Gopher goal in the 85th minute makes it 2-0 Gophers.

[thebluehatman]

And the Jacks lose a tough one 2-0 to move to 0-2 on the season.

[thebluehatman]

Soccer tonight vs Drake in Des Moines @ 7. Girls need to get this one after losing Monday to Minnesota. Sitting in our hotel in Ankeny. Hope to see a good game tonight

[thebluehatman]

0-0 at half against Drake. There has been some good shot attempts for the Jacks. Lograsso and the D playing solid so far.

[thebluehatman]

Danni Healy with a goal in the 58th minute of play. Jacks 1-0 with the lead.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 1-0. Moving to 1-2 on the season.

[JackJD]

Thanks for the reports, bluehat.

Bluehat: how about adjusting your signature line?

[thebluehatman]

Iowa is up 1-0 in the 8th minute of play today.

[thebluehatman]

Side note: the Jacks went with a young lineup today as 3 freshmen started the game. Steph Peterson, Cori Bonte, and Kelsey Ferguson got their first career starts today. I know the team was a little banged up after their game Friday night with Paswaters and Jessica Heine leaving the game with injuries.

[thebluehatman]

Iowa up 1-0 at half against the Jacks who had a mini-barrage of shots to end the half.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks goal by freshmen Steph Peterson off a corner kick knots it up at 1-all in the 64th minute of play.

[thebluehatman]

Kelsey Ferguson's goal in the 80th minute gives the Jacks a 2-1 lead.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 2-1 against Iowa, moving to 2-2 on the season. Now a nice 2 week break before the next set of games.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks host a four team tournament called the Jackrabbit Invitational on Friday evening and Sunday afternoon. Teams making their way to the Fishback Soccer Complex includes Iowa State, Eastern Washington, and North Dakota State University.


The Jacks open up against Eastern Washington Friday night at 7. The Jacks wrap up with a matinee against Iowa State Sunday afternoon at 1.


The Bison kick off the tourney against Iowa State at 4:30 Friday afternoon, and close with Eastern Washington at 10:30 on Sunday Morning.

Come out and support the Jacks this weekend.

[thebluehatman]

Jackrabbit soccer against the Eagles of Eastern Washington is underway. Iowa State beat NDSU 4-1.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks down 1-0 after a long EWU goal in the 16th minute.

[thebluehatman]

1-0 EWU leads at half.

[thebluehatman]

EWU scores in the 61st minute on a free kick after hand ball. 2-0 EWU

[thebluehatman]

Jacks goal in 82 minute by Erin Kasmarik makes it 2-1 Ewu

[thebluehatman]

Jacks fall 2-1. Emily Quigley's goal in the 90:01 minute of play doesn't count. Jacks fall to 2-3

[Jacks#1Fan]

Blue, I know the referee said it didn't count, but do you know what the ruling was...did he rule time ran out (ball was in the air from a corner kick before the time ran out), or did the ball not get into the net? Tough loss, because Jacks really rallied at the end.

[thebluehatman]

Lang said the linesman said it was good but the ref waved it off. The ball needs to be in the net at 90:00 according to the rules. The team was going to look at video to confirm.

[thebluehatman]

Jackrabbit soccer 5 minutes from kickoff

[thebluehatman]

Tied up at 0 at halftime.

[thebluehatman]

1-0 Iowa State after a goal in the 47th minute.

[thebluehatman]

Erin Kasmarik's goal in the 60th minute ties it up at 1-all. Danni Healy with the assist.

[thebluehatman]

1-1 heading to overtime.

[thebluehatman]

1-1 heading into the 2nd and final ot.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 2-1 as Kelsey Ferguson's goal at the 107th minute.

[jackmd]

Jacks win 2-1 as Kelsey Ferguson's goal at the 107th minute.

Thanks for the updates. Are you making the trip to UNI? We can't make it as of tonight but I'm going to keep trying.

[thebluehatman]

Football or soccer game? Would love to make the soccer but covering SDSU volleyball for a local paper. Maybe, definately looking at making the football game as press of course.

[NorCalJack]

Well the women's soccer team has a chance to sweep Iowa this year with a win over UNI. SDSU has already beat University of Iowa, Drake and Iowa State. That would be a huge accomplishment and a good indicator of how good this team really is.

Go Jacks!!!
Go State!!!

[Jacks#1Fan]

Great to hear the Jacks beat ISU!!!! I was a little down after watching the game against Eastern Washington, and particularly the finish. Couldn't make Sunday's game, so great to hear we beat those Cyclones!

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks in my opinion played some of their best offensive games this weekend. Jacks named to the all tournament team were: Steph Peterson, Vanessa Paswaters, Erin Kasmarik, Kelsey Ferguson. Kellyn Farrell had a great tourney even though she didn't score, she had 12 shots. The Jacks are back to .500 on the year and look to get another win before going into conference play would be big. Comparing the other teams in the league at this point might be irrelevant, after seeing NDSU play and keeping tabs on the other teams the Jacks may be the cream of the crop this year.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks defeat UNI 4-1 to take the Iowa Cup. Kellyn Farrell, Erin Kasmarik, Danni Healy and Kayla Braffet all score for the 4-3 Jacks.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks have lost senior defender Alex Schaller with a knee injury in the Northern Iowa game. As of right now the team isn't sure what it is. The Jacks will miss Alex's hard play, tackles, and corner kicks. I believe she can't get a redshirt as she has played too much. The Jacks are gonna miss her and I'm going to miss her tough play on the field.

[thebluehatman]

SDSU wins 1-0 at IUPUI tonight. Jacks sit at a perfect 1-0 in conference play. Next up IPFW Sunday.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks won at IPFW 1-0 today. Erin Kasmarik scored on a header off a cross from Vanessa Paswaters.
Jacks are 6-3 on the season, and 2-0 in Summit play. The Jacks host the Western Illinois Westerwinds (4-2-2) Friday at 6 p.m. at the Fishback Soccer Park. Come out to watch some Jackrabbit soccer on Hobo Day weekend, you won't be dissappointed.

[Jacks#1Fan]

Congratulations to the Jacks for their great start in the Summit League race!! Winning two on the road, regardless of the level of the teams played is great!

[rational thought]

Our friends to the North didn't fare so well....darn

[rabidrabbit]

The Jacks won at IPFW 1-0 today. Erin Kasmarik scored on a header off a cross from Vanessa Paswaters.
Jacks are 6-3 on the season, and 2-0 in Summit play. The Jacks host the Western Illinois Westerwinds (4-2-2) Friday at 6 p.m. at the Fishback Soccer Park. Come out to watch some Jackrabbit soccer on Hobo Day weekend, you won't be dissappointed.

What's WIU's Summit standings? As I remember, they were a top pick. (Can't go to Summit League from office)

[thebluehatman]

What's WIU's Summit standings? As I remember, they were a top pick. (Can't go to Summit League from office)
The Westerwinds sit at 4-3-2 on the season, they are 0-1 in Summit League play losing to Southern Utah. Western is 2-3-1 on the road this year. Southern Utah who comes in Sunday is 3-5 on the season, 1-0 in Summit play. They are also 0-2 on the road this year. The Jacks are playing like a potential conference champion so far this year. Western was picked to finish second in the conference with the Jacks pegged for third.

[thebluehatman]

Tonight! Jackrabbit soccer! BE THERE OR DIE! :-D The Jacks host a tough Western Illinois team at 6 p.m. at the Fishback Soccer Park. The FIRST PLACE Jacks look to go 3-0 in conference play.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks up 1-0 in the 13th minute are Kert Farrell beats 2 defenders to score.

[thebluehatman]

1-0 is your halftime score. Jacks are really agressive tonight.

[NorCalJack]

Thanks for the update Blue.

Go Jacks!!!
Go State!!!

[thebluehatman]

A Western player is down and screaming. Injury timeout in the 71st minute. Jacks still lead 1-0

[thebluehatman]

That makes two WesterWinds down on the field. Injury to at the 71:30 mark

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Jess Heine scores in the 80th minute to make it 2-0.

[thebluehatman]

Kellyn Farrell score on a header off a pass from Erin Kaamarik in the 84th minute.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 3-0

[rabidrabbit]

Jacks win 3-0

Wow!! Pretty stout conference win! WAY TO GO JACKS!!!! :bow: :bow:

[thebluehatman]

Good afternoon from a rainy Fishback Soccer Park. Jackrabbit soccer is 10 minutes away against Southern Utah

[thebluehatman]

Jacks lead 1-0 in the 31st. Erin Kasmarik with the goal.

[thebluehatman]

1-0 Jacks at half.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 1-0 in a game they had many opportunities. Defense only gave up 6 shots on the weekend. Offense had roughly 60 shots this weekend. 4-0 in Summit play ain't bad

[NorCalJack]

Here is an article (http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081007/SPORTS0202/810070329/1002/sports)from the Argus about the women's soccer team and how well they are doing. TV also has a blurb about the volleyball and tennis teams at the bottom. Remember to hit the "Recommend" button at the top of the article

Go State!!!
Go Jacks!!!

[thebluehatman]

Here is an article (http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081007/SPORTS0202/810070329/1002/sports)from the Argus about the women's soccer team and how well they are doing. TV also has a blurb about the volleyball and tennis teams at the bottom. Remember to hit the "Recommend" button at the top of the article

Go State!!!
Go Jacks!!!
TV did decent stories considering he has only been at one soccer and one volleyball game this season.

[Jacks#1Fan]

I don't know if that is supposed to be a "left-handed" compliment or not, Blue. Consider the fact that the Argus budget for sending Terry up here for athletic events is limited...and in the past the local newspaper hasn't even had anybody at very many events. I'm glad to see some coverage these days in the Register...finally.

[thebluehatman]

I don't know if that is supposed to be a "left-handed" compliment or not, Blue. Consider the fact that the Argus budget for sending Terry up here for athletic events is limited...and in the past the local newspaper hasn't even had anybody at very many events. I'm glad to see some coverage these days in the Register...finally.
I left my compliment open for interpretation on purpose. Terry had a great story.

A quick tease for this weekend's soccer preview.

The first place Jackrabbit soccer team continues a five game homestand this weekend against Centenary and Oral Roberts on Friday and Sunday respectively. SDSU sits at 4-0 in Summit League play and has a chance to wrap up a conference tournament berth at home. The Jacks have owned the Summit League with a record of 9-1-2 in last two years.
“We’ve started to play more complete games,” said head coach Lang Wedemeyer. “If you get six wins in the conference you are pretty much assured of getting one of the top four seeds. We can set one of our goals aside and start to look forward to NDSU and Oakland at the end of the season.”

For more read today's Brookings Register.

[thebluehatman]

Jackrabbit soccer ready to start against Centenary.

[thebluehatman]

kelsey ferguson's 4th goal of the season gives the jacks a 1-0 lead in the 12th minute.

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kellyn farrell beats the goalie to make it 2-0 in the 36th minutes.

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Kellyn's second goal of the game off the crossbar makes it 3-0 in the 59th minute. Chelsea Goosen repeats 2 minutes later 4-0.

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Danielle Neuhalfen's first goal of the season in the 64th minute makes it 5-0

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 5-0.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks lead 1-0 in the 8th minute on Erin Kasmarik's seventh goal of the season. Assist to Vanessa Paswaters on the goal.

[thebluehatman]

Kayla Braffet's goal makes it 2-0 in the 41st minute.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 2-0 and should have a spot in the Summit tourney.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 2-0 and should have a spot locked up in the conference tournament.

[JackFlash]

Thanks for the updates BHM. Do you know why the games are not offered on gojacks extra as they were last year? I am excited for this years soccer team. Keeping their focus, I expect them to win our conference. How exciting would that be to have another team make an NCAA tournament?

[thebluehatman]

Thanks for the updates BHM. Do you know why the games are not offered on gojacks extra as they were last year? I am excited for this years soccer team. Keeping their focus, I expect them to win our conference. How exciting would that be to have another team make an NCAA tournament?
Not sure why they aren't online. I can try to find out though. Keep this in mind, the Jacks haven't allowed a goal in over 620 minutes of play/or 10 hours. Nicole Lograsso has it made nice in the back of the net:D. The Jacks fully expect to make the NCAA tournament, this is probably the best Jackrabbit squad ever... BTW fill up FISHBACK SOCCER COMPLEX next Thursday night as the Jacks host their final home game of the season against Seattle University, play starts at 7:00.

[thebluehatman]

http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v348/4/8/116505151/n116505151_32859672_7712.jpg
Props to mango4 on this shot

[thebluehatman]

:D:D:D:D
Tonight marks the Jacks last home game of the season.

So if you can make it out to the Fishback Soccer Complex and watch the potential Summit League rep in the NCAA tournament take on a tough Seattle University.

[NorCalJack]

According to the latest NCAA RPI rankings, SDSU is ranked #155 and Seattle is #184. Should be a good game.

I know that Seattle U. is in the first year of transition, however they are ranked in the NCAA RPI. I know the UxD's schools and others in their first year of transition are not listed in the NCAA RPI for D-1 schools.

BHM, since you are the resident expert on women's soccer and volleyball, maybe you can answer this. How can Seattle U. be considered in the NCAA RPI, but other transitional teams are not. I know the NCAA allows D-2 teams to pick one sport for both men and women, that they can compete at the D-1 level (Non-Football or Basketball). Was Seattle U. competing at the D-1 level in women's soccer when they were D-2?

If Seattle U. has been competing at the D-1 level in women's soccer, then this should be a really good test for the Jacks. Typically I don't feel that transitional teams can compete real well against D-1 teams, but Seattle has a decent team, it appears.

Enjoy the game and thanks for the game updates, BHM.

Go State!!!
Go Jacks!!!

[thebluehatman]

This is Seattle's first year. They were a top 15 Division 2 school team for most of last year and lost in the Far West Regional. They are 7-2-3 on the season and have beat some decent teams. Seattle has played a tough schedule this year in my opinion, although I'm not completely sure of how tough some of the teams they beat are. They did beat an Eastern Washington squad that we lost a heartbreaker to.

Lang and staff know this will be a tough week. Obviously, they play tonight, Monday, Friday, Sunday to close out the season. This is their tough part of the schedule. Although the turn around from this game to NDSU on Monday will be a little easier in the aspect of training.

Actually looking at the RPI rankings, I believe there is several other first year teams in the rankings. SIU Edwardsville, Houston Baptist are several other teams in the rankings. I can try to find out the rest of the answers after the game tonight.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks score 25 seconds after a Jackrabbit races on the field. Kelsey Ferguson's goal at the 50 second mark makes it 1-0.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks lead 1-0 at halftime. Playing flat though.

[thebluehatman]

1-0 Jacks win home finale.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks and Bison are all tied up at 0-0 at half. With a Jacks win, they clinch a share of the regular season conference title.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks lead NDSU 1-0 in the 46th minute after a goal by Erin Kasmarik off the assist by Kerstyn Farrell.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks prevail over the Bison!! 7-0 in conference play going into Oakland Friday night.

[NorCalJack]

Congratulations to the women's soccer team on being 7-0 and still not being scored upon in conference play.

And as always, hat tip to BHM for the updates.

Go State!!!
Go Jacks!!!

[SturgisJeff]

Do they keep records of consecutive shutouts and could this be a conference record? I know State stands something like number twenty five in the nation for saves or something.

[WahpJack]

Just returned from the soccer match, was able to catch the last 20 min of the 2nd half between classes. Great win over the Bison! The shutout streak continues.

[thebluehatman]

Kellyn Farrell added the Jacks second goal in the 76th minute.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks lose 2-1 to Oakland. Kaitlin Justice scored in the 18th minute but that was not enough for the Jacks. The Jacks wrap up their season Sunday at Michigan State before having 2 weeks off to prepare for the conference tournament.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks and Michigan State tied up at 1-all in the 80th minute. Kayla Braffett scored in the 12th minute for the Jacks.

[thebluehatman]

MSU's game tracker is way behind. Jacks force overtime vs. the 23rd ranked team in the country.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks head to a second OT with the Spartans. Oakland is manhandling the Bison 4-1 at the start of the second half.

[thebluehatman]

The Jacks end the season with a tie against a top 25 Michigan State Squad. With a two week break in play, the Jacks prepare for the Summit League tournament. Jacks finish the regular season with a 12-4-1 record.

[rabidrabbit]

the jacks end the season with a tie against a top 25 michigan state squad. With a two week break in play, the jacks prepare for the summit league tournament. Jacks finish the regular season with a 12-4-1 record.

wow!!!!!!! Wtg ladies!!!!

[rational thought]

congratulations to the ladies and the coaching staff for a fantastic regular season!!!!Take it to them in the tourney.

[boxerboy]

I am not sure everyone back home in SD realizes what a great game the ladies @ SDSU put on the Spartans. Living in Michigan I know the quality of recruits MSU has signed recently for their soccer program. MSU has an excellent ladies soccer program. Normally I follow MSU in most sports but not when SDSU rolls in. Great job by another great Jackrabbit squad, I hope they continue to do well.

[thebluehatman]

Conference tournament seeding was wrapped up yesterday. Oakland is the #1 seed due to their win against SDSU. SDSU sits at #2 and IUPUI at #3. Southern comes in at #4 in the seeding.

Tie Breaker Info:
Head to head records get the first nod.
IUPUI 1-1 - Win Oakland, loss at SDSU
SDSU 1-1 - Win IUPUI, loss at Oakland
Oakland 1-1 - Win SDSU, loss at IUPUI

2nd would be goal differential
Oakland Goals for: 23 Goals against: 6
SDSU Goals for: 16 Goals against: 2
IUPUI Goals for 11 Goals against: 5

[rabidrabbit]

Conference tournament seeding was wrapped up yesterday. Oakland is the #1 seed due to their win against SDSU. SDSU sits at #2 and IUPUI at #3. Southern comes in at #4 in the seeding.

Tie Breaker Info:
Head to head records get the first nod.
IUPUI 1-1 - Win Oakland, loss at SDSU
SDSU 1-1 - Win IUPUI, loss at Oakland
Oakland 1-1 - Win SDSU, loss at IUPUI

2nd would be goal differential
Oakland Goals for: 23 Goals against: 6
SDSU Goals for: 16 Goals against: 2
IUPUI Goals for 11 Goals against: 5

Thanks BHM for info on seeds. So does SDSU host IUPUI in 1st round, while Oakland hosts SUU. If not, tourney at Oakland, or a host location.

[thebluehatman]

Thanks BHM for info on seeds. So does SDSU host IUPUI in 1st round, while Oakland hosts SUU. If not, tourney at Oakland, or a host location.
Western plays host again for the 2nd year in a row.

[Rabbit74]

The four teams all play at Western Illinois in the Summit League Championships Nobv 7-9..

https://admin.xosn.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=3900&ATCLID=1580724

[thebluehatman]

After finishing the regular season in a three-way tie for first place with a 7-1-0 record in The Summit League standings, South Dakota State, Oakland and IUPUI led the way with selections to the women’s soccer all-league teams. The Jackrabbits placed eight members on the three teams, while the Golden Grizzlies had six and the Jaguars landed five.

Oakland’s Jessica Boyle captured the Offensive Player of the Year award, while South Dakota State’s Kerstyn Farrell was named the Defensive Player of the Year. Alicia Brock from IUPUI was named the Newcomer of the Year, while Chris Johnson of IUPUI was named Coach of the Year for the first time in his six years at the helm of the Jaguar program.

Farrell earns Defensive Player of the Year honors after leading a Jackrabbit defense that allowed a league-low two goals in league matches this season and only 13 overall. South Dakota State reeled off 10 straight wins at one point this season, with the final eight all being shutouts. In addtion to leading the defense, the two-time Defensive Player of the Week also added a goal and two assists for the Jacks on the season.

Members of the all-league first team were South Dakota State’s Kerstyn Farrell, Kellyn Farrell (5 goals, 5 assists), Erin Kasmarik (8 goals, 20 points) and Nicole Lograsso (0.76 GAA, 70 saves), Oakland’s Boyle, Kristi Evans (5 goals, 13 points) and Kristi Smith (1 goal, 2 points), IUPUI’s Katrina McCrory (16 points, 3 GWG), Oral Roberts’ Natalya Manyan (9 goals, 20 points), Southern Utah’s Kristen Fronk (15 shots) and Western Illinois’ Ashley Hoch (8 assists, 22 points).

The all-league second team consisted of IUPUI’s Brock, Jamie Farrell (0.75 GAA, 8 SO) and Kelly Williams (1 assist, 5 shots), Oakland’s Meghan Hartwig (6 goals, 14 points) and Sarah Lynch (5 goals, 14 points), South Dakota State’s Chelsea Goosen (1 goal, 26 shots) and Kelly Larson (4 shots), North Dakota State’s Lorraine Thompson (6 goals, 4 assists), Oral Roberts’ Kaycie Porter (3 goals, 8 points), Southern Utah’s Shaley Ipson-Allen (5 goals, 11 points) and Western Illinois’ Jennifer Green (3 goals, 3 assists).

The 11 players selected to the all-newcomer team are IUPUI’s Brock and Lauren Gallets (2 assists, 4 points ), North Dakota State’s Danielle Boldenow (3 goals, 7 points) and Michelle Gaffaney (4 goals, 9 points), Oakland’s Lynch and Deanna Colarossi (4 goals, 8 points), South Dakota State’s Kelsey Ferguson (5 goals, 5 GWG) and Steph Peterson (1 goal, 14 shots), IPFW’s Kristen McFadden (2.37 GAA, 62 saves), Southern Utah’s Stacey Brinkman (5 goals, 12 points) and Western Illinois’ Nora Potempa (3 goals, 9 points).

[thebluehatman]

With Oakland advancing 3-2 in Double OT, it's the Jacks turn to take the pitch against IUPUI.

[thebluehatman]

For those interested in a preview of the Summit League Championship:
http://www.brookingsregister.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&story_id=3390&page=77
A little info on the four teams, plus a brief question and answer session with the coaches.

[thebluehatman]

Emily Quigley just got the Jacks on the board 1-0 at the 37:54 mark.

[JackFlash]

Has the game started yet? The link on gojacks seems to be dead.

[JackFlash]

Obviously it has, took too long to post my question. So, BHM are you watching, and if so, how did you get to the game? Thanks.

[thebluehatman]

I have some connections :-). It's 1-0 at the half.

[JackFlash]

Just came up for me on the gojacks link. Thanks.

[thebluehatman]

For those who want to keep up-to-date:
http://www.wiuathletics.com/liveStats/newLiveStats.dbml?&DB_OEM_ID=12000&DB_LANG=C&KEY=&SPID=4949&SPORT_ID=4949&GAME_STAT_ID=99539

[thebluehatman]

Jacks just scored on Erin Kasmarik's header in the 48th minute. 2-0 Jacks in control.

[thebluehatman]

IUPUI scores on a penalty kick in the 53rd minute of play to make it 2-1 SDSU

[jackmd]

IUPUI scores on a penalty kick in the 53rd minute of play to make it 2-1 SDSU

Refs are screwing us. I don't know that for sure just thought I'd throw it out there.

[thebluehatman]

Refs are screwing us. I don't know that for sure just thought I'd throw it out there.
:D Well we do have 13 fouls, the girls are playing really aggressive out there with out Kert Farrell who sprained her ankle last week.

[thebluehatman]

Things are getting aggressive:
Red card on IUPUI Alicia Brock 21 seconds after Yellow card on SDSU Vanessa Paswaters.

[thebluehatman]

Jacks win 2-1 to move on and face Oakland on Sunday for a spot in the NCAA tournament.

[Jacks#1Fan]

Hallalujah!!! Way to go Jacks...hadn't heard the news and had to control my emotions by going through all the posts until reading the last one with the final score. Would be absolutely awesome if they could beat Oakland...GO JACKS!:):)

[thebluehatman]

I'll need some soccer updates. I'm occupied with womens basketball this afternoon. Thanks

[thebluehatman]

Kasmarik's 10th goal of the season in the 12 minute of play makes it 1-0 Jacks!!!! Go Rabbits.

[SturgisJeff]

Jacks lead 1-0 at15
;06

[thebluehatman]

Jacks lead 1-0 at the 30th minute.

[thebluehatman]

Live Stats Linky:
http://www.wiuathletics.com/liveStats/newLiveStats.dbml?SPSID=21796&DB_OEM_ID=12000&DB_LANG=C&KEY=&SPID=4949&SPORT_ID=4949&GAME_STAT_ID=99541

[thebluehatman]

At the half, it is SDSU 1 Oakland 0. Laptop battery wearing low and game getting ready to start.

[thebluehatman]

SDSU up 1-0 with 30 minutes to play in Macomb.

[Jacks15]

Still 1-0, 63rd minute

[thebluehatman]

Still 1-0 in the 72nd minute.

[SturgisJeff]

anyone watching gojacks.com

[JackFlash]

Just the WBB. The soccer match is not offered.

[thebluehatman]

Still 1-0 with 5 minutes to play.

[thebluehatman]

30 seconds away.

[thebluehatman]

Championship #1 for the Jackrabbit soccer team!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[JackFlash]

Yes!

[thebluehatman]

NCAA pairings announced tomorrow sometime.

[JackFlash]

Do they try to keep it regional? Do higher seeds get to host?

[thebluehatman]

I believe it is much like the volleyball pairings. They'll play on Friday for sure.

[1bunnies]

Championship #1 for the Jackrabbit soccer team!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have to correct you Bluehat. The jacks soccer team won the USC Championship in their one and only year in that conference.

[thebluehatman]

We're talking Summit League soccer here :-D

[Jacks#1Fan]

WAY to go Lang and crew!!!! That is AWESOME. In only the second year of membership in the D-I Summit League, SDSU has won three conference championships, a championship playoff, and qualified for two NCAA national playoffs, and is in the midst of hunting another one (go JACK footballers!) I think that is unbelieveable!:):)

[AnimalHouse83]

Can't say I'm a soccer fan, but this is awesome indeed! :) Congratulations and good luck in the NCAAs!

[bub94]

Very nice Summit League Championship win for the women's team.

[BTownJack]

Terry's write-up of the championship game. As always, remember to hit the recommend button.


SDSU soccer crowned Summit champs
Jacks shut out Oakland to earn first-ever berth to NCAA tournament
from staff reports • November 10, 2008

MACOMB, Ill. - With another shutout and another clutch goal by its top scorer, the South Dakota State women's soccer team earned its first bid to the NCAA Division I tournament Sunday afternoon at John MacKenzie Alumni Field on the campus of Western Illinois.

Midfielder Erin Kasmarik scored her 10th goal of the season - and fifth game winner - in the 12th minute and the Jackrabbits held on to post their 10th shutout in a 1-0 victory against Oakland in the Summit League championship match.

By winning the conference tournament, SDSU - in its first year of postseason eligibility after making the transition from the Division II level - receives an automatic berth into the NCAA tournament. The 64-team field will be announced live at 7 tonight on ESPNews.

(read more) (http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081110/SPORTS0202/811100323)

[thebluehatman]

Terry's write-up of the championship game. As always, remember to hit the recommend button.

Actually it is Chris McKeown's write up. Chris made the trip with the team and was a hired gun for TV

[thebluehatman]

http://www.brookingsregister.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&story_id=3412&page=77


SDSU soccer claims Summit championship
Posted: Monday, Nov 10th, 2008
BY: Nick Hartley & Staff Reports

The South Dakota State University women's soccer team took home its first-ever Summit League Championship trophy after defeating No. 1 seed Oakland University (Mich.), 1-0 , Sunday afternoon on a cold, windy day at John MacKenzie Alumni Field on the campus of Western Illinois University.

"It's hard to measure something this big," said head coach Lang Wedemeyer. "It was certainly a historic win and I'm very proud of the team."

Senior forward Erin Kasmarik put the Jacks ahead 1-0 with her 10th goal of the season and fifth game-winner . Kasmarik, who was named tournament MVP, took a pass from Illinois native Kayla Braffet and beat goalkeeper Kim Herbst with a header in the 12th minute.

"Kaz had a great weekend," said Wedemeyer. "She had some incredibly important goals and deserved the tournament MVP award."

Both teams had opportunities to score, but stingy defense prevailed. Senior goalkeeper Nicole Lograsso made two saves for SDSU in the sixth and eighth minute to keep the Golden Grizzlies off the board. SDSU missed its fair share of opportunities, as well, including Danni Healy hitting the post on a shot in the 15th minute.

"I think we did a pretty good job of taking advantage of opportunities," Wedemeyer said. "I think we had a few chances to seal the game and we didn't take advantage, but we did what we had to do." Lograsso ended the game with five saves for her 14th win of the season and 10th shutout of the season. Oakland held a 13-8 shot advantage and a 2-0 cornerkick advantage in the match.

"She (Lograsso) had a very solid game," said Wedemeyer. "She made things look easy and led the game well. She came off the line when needed to and was very solid."

Joining Kasmarik on the alltournament team from SDSU were midfielder Chelsea Goosen, forward Kellyn Farrell and defender Kelly Larson.

"There isn't much time (to prepare)," said Wedemeyer. "This is a long trip home, and we'll get back early Monday morning. We'll turn around Monday evening and figure out who we play and start preparing come Tuesday."

[123456]

Actually it is Chris McKeown's write up. Chris made the trip with the team and was a hired gun for TV

Nope

[Jack B. Nimble]

Actually it is Chris McKeown's write up. Chris made the trip with the team and was a hired gun for TV


Where are you getting this. I think that hat of yours is getting a little too tight on your head. I think you need to get your info straight.

[EQguy]

Where are you getting this. I think that hat of yours is getting a little too tight on your head. I think you need to get your info straight.

Dude, you gotta end this Bluehat man-crush you have. Although I will assume the mods will likely do that for you.

[propar80]

What time is the Soccer Match tomorrow???? Is there any Gametracker or anything like that for it??


Go Jacks!

[NorCalJack]

What time is the Soccer Match tomorrow???? Is there any Gametracker or anything like that for it??


Go Jacks!

Here is the link to live stat sheet (http://www.gophersports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=8400&ATCLID=1622446). Toward the bottom, you will see a link to "live stats" for the SDSU, Colorado game. Game time is 3:00 PM CST.

Go State!!