2008 Woodie Awards
Kickin' into gear for '07
Tony Patrico
Issue date: 8/17/07 Section: Sports
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The SIUE men's soccer team finished the season last year with a 15-4-3 overall record, while going 10-2-1 in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. After the loss of key seniors John Matthews, Mike Banner, Victor Pacheco, and Mike Zaegel, and Kevin Thibodeau, the Cougars will look to their final year of NCAA Division-II competition with a fresh new crop of talent.
The Cougars were eliminated in the NCAA D-II tournament by Northern Kentucky University 3-2 in overtime. SIUE opens their season on September 7 at Ralph Korte stadium, as they will take the field against GLVC rival Kentucky Wesleyan.
Coach's comment: "We are adding a wide variety of recruits who bring many talents to the team." men's head coach Ed Huneke on the incoming athletes this season.
Women's Soccer
The SIUE women's soccer team finished the season last year with a 12-5-3 overall and an 8-3-2 in the GLVC. The Cougars will look to bounce back after being eliminated from the GLVC tournament in the semi-final round by Bellarmine.
The Cougars have signed six players after losing five key seniors. After signing a pair of twins, a speedy forward, a quick midfielder, a two-sport offensive powerhouse and another agile forward, the Cougars have made huge steps in replacing their voids.
SIUE and women's head coach Lynda Bowers will take their final NCAA D-II season to mesh the newly signed players with their talented veterans. The Cougars open their season on August 26.
Coach's comment: "I think this is going to be a class of solid very energetic, eager and team-oriented players." women's head coach Lynda Bowers on the incoming athletes this season.
Volleyball
The SIUE volleyball team is coming off one of their best seasons in the history of the program. After going 29-6 overall and 16-0 in GLVC competition, the Cougars are looking to continue their previous success.
Last year SIUE made it as far as the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Division-II tournament. The Cougars' tournament run was ended when they were eliminated by Ashland.
The Cougars will compete in the final season of DII competition after finishing ranked No. 24 in the Nation last season. SIUE will start their season August 14 at home.
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