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Title: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on June 26, 2013, 07:40:58 PM
Most of the OAC schools have posted their fall schedules and just a few observations waiting in a spare moment... First, the schedules' highlights:

OHIO NORTHERN: 8/30 Kalamazoo (11-6-2) Hanover (13-4-2) 9/7 Carnegie and 9/8 Allegheny, 9/14 OWU

JOHN CARROLL  8/31 Thomas Moore, Alleghany 9/4, OWU 9/11, Centre 9/14, Grove City 9/21

CAPITAL  Not yet posted.  Crusader Nation, have any insights?

Baldwin Wallace Carnegie 9/1, Virginia Wesleyan 9/8 Case Western 9/18

I know its early,  just thought I'd get the ball rolling.....
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on July 30, 2013, 12:39:34 AM
The Crusaders face one of the toughest schedules in the OAC this year.  In the first ten games they face five 2012 NCAA Tournament teams: Carnegie Melln, PSU-Behrend, Thomas More, Wittenberg and Ohio Northern all on the road!  They also face a tough Hanover (13-4-2) team at home. 

In terms of returning players Capital will have 2011 leading scorer, Hilary Ells and starting left back / captain Michelle Geiger back from pre-season injuries that led to them miss the entire 2012 season.  They will also return Striker Holly Phillips who missed the entire OAC schedule after breaking her foot at Hanover last year.  In theory the return of those players combined with the maturity of all the youngesters who played a great deal last year will give the Crusaders hope. 
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on August 15, 2013, 03:40:48 PM
2013 NSCAA pre-season rankings....
This is the year to get some OAC teams in the final rankings!

http://www.nscaatv.com/rankings/2063/NCAADivisionIII/women/Central/PreseasonPoll (http://www.nscaatv.com/rankings/2063/NCAADivisionIII/women/Central/PreseasonPoll)
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on August 18, 2013, 01:27:24 PM
Most teams start training camp this week.  Here are my predictions for the OAC in 2013:

1. ONU
2. Baldwin-Wallace
3. Capital
4. JCU
5. Otterbein
6. Wilmington
7. Marietta
8. Mount Union
9. Heidelberg
10. Muskingum

That being said,  it wouldn't surprise me if any of the top 5 teams won the conference.  As I've stated previously,  the intra-conference play in the OAC is very competitive and it amazes me each year how close the games are among the top 5 squads.

My sleeper pick would be Marietta.  Coach Blasius probably had the most talented team in recent years at JCU in 2011.  They made it to the conference finals.  Some questioned whether the coach's attention was fully on her team at that time.  She returns now at Marietta, apparently ready to try and build a championship soccer program there.  It wouldn't surprise me if that program rose in the next few years.  They might sneak up on a few people this year.

So here is my thinking....I am grouping the top five into two categories.  ONU were champs last year and they should remain good this year.  After that,  you have Capital and B-W.  B-W was a big physical team that seemed to find their game until their school self-disciplined itself for some NCAA violations and took themselves out of any post-season tournaments.  (BTW, whatever happened with that?)  Capital is always good, and our friend Crusader Nation tells us that some red-shirted star players are returning.  For me,  its a toss-up as to the top three.

The next two are Otterbein and JCU.  Otterbein was the dominant OAC team for many years, but fell off a few years ago after graduating a lot of seniors.  They are maturing and came on at the end of 2012.

JCU has a great team too.  They have the forward of the year, the (I.M.O.) best mid-fielder in the OAC and a great keeper.  They have been plagued by injuries.  If they can return their top defender, they may have a great season.   

Anyone else want to prognosticate?  ???
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on August 22, 2013, 09:37:59 AM
Just my take... not scientific by any means:

1.  Otterbein & ONU
3.  BW & Capital
5.  John Carroll
6.  Wilmington & Mount Union
8.  Heidelberg
9.  Marietta & Muskingum

I agree with you that honestly anyone in the top fve I think can win the tournament, which is what matters with the AQ as Otterbein saw last year.  However, in terms of the regular season I think it will be ONU or Otterbein.  However, with NCAA appearances the past two years ONU has to be favored as the front runner.

As for BW according to some of the things coming from the atheltes and a couple staff members at BW the difficulty touched almost every program in terms of financial aid extra assistance handed out to student-athletes.  Although those kids will still have that financial aid which surely gives BW an advantage with those recruiting classes, however it appears the school did enough to punsih everyone the NCAA should not really hand anything else down on the violation.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on August 22, 2013, 09:47:06 PM
Thanks Crusader Nation!   The coaches poll came out today and they are more in line with your predictions than mine.  Here is a link to the OAC poll.

http://www.oac.org/sports/wsoc/2013-14/releases/2013_Soccer_poll.pdf (http://www.oac.org/sports/wsoc/2013-14/releases/2013_Soccer_poll.pdf)

BW is good.  I wasn't enamored with their style of play, but the refs seemed to let them get away with it. Don't know if they're as good when the guys with the whistles take them out of their pockets.  I thought the game against your Crusaders last season was a travesty in that regard. 

It looks to be a fun season...I'm looking forward to it!


Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on August 31, 2013, 08:05:18 PM
John Carroll had a rough start to their season today. They took a drubbing at the hands of a far superior Thomas More side. The first half wasn't terribly lopsided for the first half hour.  Both played tentatively as temperatures on the artificial playing surface approached 100°. However, once the Saints netted their first goal it was a one sided affair. The Streaks were out hustled and their passing wasn't crisp at all. Hopefully, they get it straightened out because the schedule doesn't get easier.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 01, 2013, 06:23:27 PM
Looks like ONU, Capital and B-W had mixed results this weekend.  Both B-W and Capital appear to have played well, but fell short against Carnegie-Melon.  Perhaps someone who saw other OAC action this weekend could comment!

As for the Streaks,  they better get a chip on their shoulder quickly or they are in for a long season.  I always liked their grittiness, but didn't see much this weekend.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 04, 2013, 10:50:25 AM
To me it seems petty simple... the OAC teams that challenged themselves against quality competition got a good look at what they had in the tanks and how they might respond under pressure.  The OAC teams that played softer teams ended up winning as they were supposed to do and they have gained a little confidence.

The old adage applies that it is notwhere you start... it is where you end and I imagine everyone started in a place they felt was important for their teams.

Long way till November!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 04, 2013, 10:17:49 PM

Hope you are right Crusader Nation...

JCU struggled again today against Allegheny College, losing 3 to 0.  I thought that the Gators deserved to win, but in some ways the score isn't an accurate picture of the game.  JCU played them tough into the second half, but the second goal deflated them.  JCU needs some goals.  If they get that figured out they should be okay.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 07, 2013, 07:07:19 PM
The Streaks tied Hartwick 1-1. It was a good game and JCU looked very good in the late stages.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 08, 2013, 05:47:53 PM
It was an interesting week for the OAC.  ONU got a result vs Carnegie Mellon even though they only had 2 shots for the game.  BW went overtime and then fell to some quality competition.  Otterbein played two sound teams and came away empty and the Crusaders had an easier weekend than their last one with two wins.  The other teams had mixed results with mixed levels of competition.  But, overall things seemed to just be your run of the mill early season results.

If things continue to progress as they are ONU seems to have the inside track to the regular season... but the Tournament championship is a long way from making any predictions.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 09, 2013, 04:55:41 PM
Crusader Nation, you were kind enough not to mention JCU!  Yikes, its a little ugly right now.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 11, 2013, 10:07:08 PM
Congratulations Woacfan!  Looks like your Blue Streaks finally found their way tonight.  Hope things continue to look up for you... except when you play the Crusaders of course!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 12, 2013, 03:41:48 PM
Sweet relief!  They (JCU) finally looked good.  OWU may be having a down year, but they are always respectable so it was nice to see the Blue Streaks win it.  They are still finding their legs, but it was a solid effort.  Lots of close calls that if finished would probably have made the score more reflective of their effort.  This weekend they meet up with Centre which will really be a stiff challenge for them.

My goodness,  and how about Capital taking the win over Thomas More in double overtime?  That is a quality program and I believe they were twenty-fourth in the D3 Soccer poll and 14th in NSCAA!  Well Done Crusaders!!!!! Do you have any details on that?

Love this quote from the Capital Athletics Website: "Obviously we're excited to go on the road and beat the No. 1 team in the region and the No. 14 team in the country," Capital coach Chris Kouns said. "Not to take anything away from Thomas More, but we didn't play our most intelligent game. We have to stay a lot more composed when we play other teams of this caliber."

Don't know if that is accurate or just a good psychological move to keep the team focused, but it sounds like the Crusaders put the midwest on notice with that game!!!!


Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 12, 2013, 04:39:02 PM
It was a nice road win.  As all the OAC teams know anytime you go on the road to a quality opponent and are fortunate enough to come away with a result is a good day.  The same surely goes for your Blue Streaks heading to OWU and walking away with points!

It is still a long time before November and the conference tournament.  I am sure everyone will have games that they are proud of so Capital does not need to get too excited about a September win... but it can be enjoyed for the moment.  With Wittenberg ahead (who just beat ONU) and Hanover soon after (who just beat Otterbein) the road is far from easy. 
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 14, 2013, 04:45:17 PM
Big win in the OAC today as JCU knocks off the powerhouse Centre!  Thinking your Blue Streaks may be streaking Woac!  Congratulations on the win.  Looks like the rest of the OAc did pretty well too.  With just ONU to play at OWU tonight it seems to be a pleasant day for the conference!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 14, 2013, 09:45:13 PM
Congrats to the Crusaders as well. They are looking pretty strong right now. Centre drives down the I-87 to play Marietta tomorrow. For some reason I think that will be an interesting game. Marietta has looked better this year. Centre seemed a little stunned by JCU today. They might be"spitting angry" tomorrow. Could make for an interesting afternoon.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 15, 2013, 02:49:56 PM
Have to say I do not think it will even be close with Centre and Marietta.  I know Centre had a ton of shots against JCU and could not convert.... that does not happen two games in a row to a good team.  As for Marietta they have played a schedule thta is great for their confidence but not great to prepare them for a team as talented as Centre.  My guess would be high digits in this one if not double digits! 
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 15, 2013, 07:15:21 PM
Centre 5 - Marietta 0

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 17, 2013, 03:13:26 PM
Congratulations to the Crusaders who appear at No. 22 in the NSCAA national rankings this week.
I expect that to climb!  Way to represent the OAC!

The D3 Sports people might want to take a look at that for the next ranking.  Not a single vote for Capital, but votes for teams they beat... a rare oversight I'd say.



Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 17, 2013, 10:13:50 PM
JCU knocks off cross town rival Hiram 2 to 1.

A lot of nice story lines.  The Streaks senior middie scored on her birthday on a ball served in by their star striker.  The back up goalkeeper chalked up her third win in a row.

After a horrific start this year, the defense looks organized. It was a nice evening.

Ohio Northern and Mount Union also picked up wins. Mount Union is one of the intriguing stories of the early season. They are currently 4-1-1.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 18, 2013, 12:53:34 PM
Good to see the Blue Streaks picking it up just in time to peak when they are playing the Crusaders! 

Otherwise interesting that Otterbein has played so few games... seems like a long time off?  Know they had a game cancelled due to weather, but, they should be super fresh for their next run and that is against teams who should not pose much trouble for them.  Could see a Cardinal spurt in the coming weeks with games vs. OWU and Manchester!

Baldwin Wallace will also have an interesting game against Case.  The other night Case did not look very dangerous and if they play that way against BW they could get stung!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 20, 2013, 11:59:56 AM
Just some interesting statistics as we head into the conference season... here are the W-L-T records of the opponents the top 6 OAC teams have played.

1.  BW: 5-1 record     Opponents record:  18-16-5 *w/ CMU game cancelled wouldve been 22-17-5
     Next opponent:  OWU (2-4-0)
2.  Cap: 5-1-1 record  Opponents record:  26-18-6
     Next opponent:  Hanover (5-1-1)
3.  MU:  5-1-1 record  Opponents record:  12-28-6
     Next opponent:  Geneva (3-2-0)
4.  Mus: 5-1-1 record  Opponents record:  17-28-4
     Next opponent:  Ohio Valley (1-3-1)
5.  Wil:  5-1-1 record  Opponents record:  14-29-3
     Next opponent:  Franklin (3-3-0)
6.  ONU: 4-2-1 record Opponents record:  24-19-4
     Next opponent:  Thomas More (4-1-1)

As an observation if the OAC would like to get more recognition in the region and beyond then the teams have to enjoy the same success they are currently enjoying but against better competition. 

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 21, 2013, 07:52:34 PM
Poor showing by Capital today gives OAC Championship to Hanover!  Hanover has beaten Capital, Otterbein and Ohio Northern this year and is probably considering applying to the OAC for membership!!!

Tough day for ONU as well but the rest of the OAC top 6 fared well.  Looks like we will see what all the fuss is about in another week when the conference schedule opens up.  About time to let the fun begin!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 21, 2013, 09:36:32 PM
JCU looked like team zombie for its matchup with Grove City today.  They woke up in the overtime, but it wasn't enough to get the win.  Unless JCU gets more passionate about their play, I don't see the Blue Streaks doing to much in the OAC this year.  They turn it on at times, but mostly they are more afraid of giving up goals than of not scoring them.

I was rooting for the Crusaders today!  Hopefully they finish out their non-conference schedule strong!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on September 29, 2013, 09:32:17 PM
Another rough day for the Blue Streaks. The injuries are mounting.  While I am always hopeful, I fear they won't be much out a challenge for your Crusaders next weekend, CN.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on September 30, 2013, 08:23:59 AM
Your Blue Streaks are unpredictable WOAC... I would not count them out.  The Crusaders have been battling injury problems too and they are far from healthy.  It appears the super tough non-conference schedule may not have been such a great idea afterall.  We will see in the rain on Saturday!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 03, 2013, 07:34:01 AM
At the close of non-conference play,  here are the records of OAC teams:

Baldwin Wallace  9-1
Muskingum  7-1-2
Capital  7-2-1
Mount Union  7-2-1
Wilmington (Ohio)  6-3-1
Otterbein  5-3-1
John Carroll  3-4-3
Ohio Northern  4-5-1
Marietta  2-7
Heidelberg  1-8-1

Most surprising are the results for Muskingum and Mount Union.  Based on difficulty of schedule and record, B-W and Capital must be early favorites.  Our friend at C-N says Crusaders have some injuries going into conference play.  Same is true of the Blue Streaks.   I think Otterbein and Ohio Northern will make moves toward the top of the conference too.  If we give the top four spots to B-W, Cap, Ott, and MU, that leaves JCU, Wilmington and Muskingum fighting for the last two spots.  Should be an interesting October.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 03, 2013, 09:02:50 AM
The first weekend will have the potential to set the tone for the conference season:  ONU at MU, JCU @ CAP and OTT @ BW will be key contests among the teams that played a role at the end of last season. Wil@ MUSK has the potential to see if the Muskies light schedule prepared them for the conference play.  However, their field is tiny and that will certainly give them an advantage in every single game they play at home.  It is the same size as most high school soccer fields so the teams who normally play on big fields may struggle! 

Two days till the fun begins... it is now a sprint to the finish!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 04, 2013, 04:47:48 PM
So, Crusader Nation, any predictions for tomorrow's game?  I predict (unfortunately) the Crusaders 3-0.
However, if the Blue Streaks somehow score first all bets are off. 
The Crusaders have too much offense and the Streaks have too little.  It could get really ugly if the Streaks don't defend the outside positions better.

By the way,  the Bennett rankings (for what they are worth) have JCU as the 158th ranked team in the country and Capital at 107.  Its a mathematical formula based on difficulty of opponent, record and some other stats.  They have the OAC as that 16th ranked conference of the 47 college conferences.  Can't speak to the team rankings, but the conference ranking feels about right to me.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 05, 2013, 12:27:59 PM
With the weather prediction calling for rain WOAC anything can happen.  No predictions on a winner, but, think that the team who finds their sytle of play will be the one that wins.  I think Capital is better with the ball at feet and from what I have seen JCU seems to try to go direct a bit more.... that can be dangerous in the rain!  So, we will see.

I saw the Bennett rankings.  Not sure how they work because it has ONU ranked much higher with a losing record and results against teams Capital beat but ONU lost to (wittenburg, Thomas More, etc.) But, according to the site some of it has to do with where your team started in the rankings.  ONU started much higher than the other OAC teams, so, that variable may account for the discrepancy.

In terms of the OAC I think that is fair.  When you look at the schedules most of hte OAC teams play any ranking that takes into account strength of schedule will not be kind to the OAC.  It just comes down to wether or not the coach is willing to put wins on the line to challenge their players.

The fun kicks off in an hour with ONU & MU.... prediction on that one will be ONU 1-0!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 05, 2013, 10:19:59 PM
Your week 1 winners and losers:

Baldwin Wallace
Capital 
Mount Union
Wilmington (Ohio)
Heidelberg
______
Muskingum 
Otterbein 
John Carroll
Ohio Northern 
Marietta 

First,  Congratulations to the Crusaders who topped my Blue Streaks 2 - 0.   A loss is a loss, but some good takeaways for JCU.  They didn't give up after falling behind, which should help them down the stretch.  They still need to score more and shore up the d a little bit.   Crusaders passed nicely and have some finishers.  They are a very nicely coached team and their players looked good today.

Mount Union showed they were for real with a win over ONU.

I am looking for Otterbein, ONU or my Streaks to make a run to the playoffs, but I think the top three look to be BW, Cap and MU.  Wilmington always fields a good team.   On to game 2.  An interesting matchup between JCU and Otterbein this week.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 06, 2013, 08:35:41 AM
With the injury issues JCU is facing they did very well today and gave Cap a great run.  In the end I think you are right that the Crusaders just had a few more players who can put the ball away around the net.  Overall a decent showing for Cap but unfortunately not special.

As for ONU & MU I was right for 72 minutes about ONU being 1-0.  However, give credit to MU for having the offensive explosion of 2:30 for three goals.  They lost the stat battle but again scored goals when they were around the net and won the war.

I wish I could have been a fly on the wall at the Ott v BW game.  Curious to find out if it was a physical battle or if Ott is just struggling to put the ball in the net?  Could come down to a mistake or a set piece to decide the JCU v Ott game this week!

The Wil v Musk result showed what I expected.  The schedule Musk played may have given them the best start in program history, but, it did not prepare them for the OAC season.  I would expect the slide to continue but they are at least an improved team which is a credit to MB.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 09, 2013, 07:39:17 AM
Another rough game for JCU where the final score doesn't necessarily reflect the run of play....setting up an early "must win" game versus Marietta this weekend.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 10, 2013, 04:48:33 PM
I am sure it was disappointing.  Taking an early lead on the road and not being able to hold it is tough.  I do not see any sort of difficulty for your Blue Streaks against Marietta... seems just what the doctor ordered!

We will see how things fall for the Crusaders in the coming weeks.  Both Cap and ONU will have to play four games in 7 days due to the unplayable field conditions at ONU the other day.  Going to be a difficult road to hoe for Cap!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 12, 2013, 03:34:18 PM
Appears that the Blue Streaks found their scoring touch today!  They just jumped to the top of the OAC in scoring.... congrats woacfan!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 12, 2013, 10:08:02 PM
Thanks CN !  It was a fun game to watch and a much needed confidence boost.
It was also an emotional day because Coach Blasius is now at Marietta. Looking back, the Blue Streaks were always competitive during her tenure.  I would like to add, that if Marietta gives her a chance, she will build a good team there.  It was nice to see the Blue Streak upper classmen meet with her after the game and share stories. 

1 and 2 isn't great, but it looks a lot better than 0-3.  I don't have any pretensions of the Streaks getting a bye this year, but if they can get into the playoffs anything is possible.

I've had a busy week and I am just catching up on posts.  The Crusaders have an awful stretch with that weather cancellation.  Three away games in 5 days is brutal.  It seems like there has to be a better solution than that.  Its rough on the team, but it also has to be difficult to the students' academic schedules.  I am confident they will come out on top, but its too bad all the same. Any chance the canceled game at Otterbein could be moved to any other spot on the calendar?

How about ONU and B-W today?  The Polar Bears got a convincing win at home against a team that seemed to be one of the clear favorites.  Once again, October is wide open.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 13, 2013, 09:41:58 AM
Yes, the ONU reschedule has made it a near impossibility for Capital to have a legitimate chance at an OAC championship.  You can not play 4 games in 7 days with three of them on the road and two back to back and think they will physically or mentially be able to succeed.  But, that is the way the OAC schedule goes and that is what happens when you have teams playing on grass fields that are affected by weather!  Too bad because till this point there has been promise for the Crusaders.

As for the ONU v BW game I am surprised by the final score but not suprised by the result.  BW has alot of wins but their competition has been less than stellar.  So, with a pumped up ONU team opening their new stadium on Parents Day I would have expected the result.  ONU also has a much easier road ahead of them even with the Capital reschedule.  Their four games include Marietta, Heidelberg and then a match up with JCU.  Expect them to rest lots of kids vs. Marietta to save them for Capital the next day while Cap will have to play everyone to get a result vs. MU at MU!

By the end of next week i would not be surprised to see ONU and OTT back at the top due to games they play during the week and the way things have fallen into place.  Wilmington found out vs. MU a big advantage (17 shots to 2 shots) does not translate into wins or success but I do not think that will happen to those two!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 16, 2013, 11:31:04 PM
Blue Streaks 1, Mount Union 0; Probably the best "total performance" for JCU this season.  The score didn't reflect the run of play.  JCU was in control from start to finish.  They showed beautiful maturity by playing the ball into the corner rather than taking scoring runs at the end of the game.  A well managed game.  At 2-2 it puts the Streaks back into the playoff conversation, at least for now.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 17, 2013, 08:53:45 AM
I saw the game on video and I agree... looked like a much more dangerous JCU team, so, it seems they have arrived at a good time.  Unfortunate run for the Crusaders at Wilmington.  Took some early heat and then ran the game for the next 60 minutes only to give up a handball pk in the box with minutes remaining.  The GK saved the kick but everyone stood there and watched as the shooter followed up and put it away for the game winner.

Today made it very clear that there is not one team in the conference who is a clear front runner and force to be dealt with.  Everyone has lost and lost to different teams.  So, with this average year for the OAC it will be a 1 trick pony in the NCAA Tournament this time around.  Just going to be interesting to see who ends up riding the horse!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 17, 2013, 07:02:09 PM
Below I've posted the conference records after four games.  As it stands now, almost everyone is still in the mix.  I would say most people might consider Wilmington a bit of a surprise, but perhaps they shouldn't be.  Traditionally, they have a strong squad.  Last year, they surprised the Streaks at the end of the season and gave them fits in their final game.  I should add that fortune then smiled on them with their upset of the Crusaders and BW's misfortune.  The JCU-Wilmington game at the end of the season may determine if the Streaks get into the playoffs.

That being said, everyone looks beatable. 

The Capital-MU matchup becomes more interesting in light of yesterday's score.  MU's offense was held in check by the Streaks vastly underrated midfield, but MU has an excellent keeper.  Capital needs to get lots of chances and pressure.  I think their best chances will come from deflections and bounces - "dirty" goals will be a key.

Hopefully, the Crusaders can string back-to-back wins together because the conference will get reaaaaaaallly interesting if that happens!!!!

Tuesday,  the Streaks host B-W.  That game always worries me.  The elbows are always flying with B-W and they always seem to have professional wrestling referees officiating that game....haha!   ;D..A lot goes uncalled! 

One of the things I've enjoyed most about watching the OAC is the conference play.  It is so competitive.  Frankly,  I think it hurts the OAC clubs in the rankings, but it makes for an enjoyable October for any soccer fan.

Last thought for tonight.  I took a look at the historical team standings.  A .500 record is probably enough to get you into the playoffs.  After that it gets a little sketchy.  JCU still needs to knock off Wilmington, Ohio Northern or BW to have a good chance to make the playoffs.  That may be a tall order for them.

As for Capital,  if they make it out of this weekend with one win I think they will still be in good shape.  If they get both (admittedly a tall order) they will be in great shape.



Conference                                                                     Overall

                                   GP                 Record                     Win %       GP Record Win %
Baldwin Wallace             4                   3-1-0                      0.750        14 12-2-0 0.857
Mount Union                  4                   3-1-0                      0.750        14 10-3-1 0.750
Wilmington (Ohio)          4                   3-1-0                      0.750        14 9-4-1 0.679
Capital                          3                   2-1-0                       0.667        13 9-3-1 0.731
Ohio Northern                3                   2-1-0                      0.667         13 6-6-1 0.500
Otterbein                       4                   2-2-0                      0.500         13 7-5-1 0.577
John Carroll                   4                   2-2-0                      0.500         14 5-6-3 0.464
Muskingum                    4                   1-3-0                      0.250         14 8-4-2 0.643
Heidelberg                     4                   1-3-0                      0.250         14 2-11-1 0.179
Marietta                        4                    0-4-0                      0.000         13 2-11-0 0.154


For Games Through: Oct 17, 2013 10:41:35 AM
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 19, 2013, 06:32:36 PM
Crusader Nation....I need an update!!!!  What a comeback!  Your Crusaders are down 1 to 0 in the 72nd minute against (perhaps) the best keeper in the conference and they come back to win 2 to 1.  As the sports cliche' goes, "Good teams find a way to win!"

The Streaks handled Muskingum easily.  A very lopsided affair.  Despite climbing over .500 for the first time this season,  they haven't made much headway in the standings.  I stand by my post yesterday,  I still think about a .500 record should get them into the playoffs, but it would be nice if they could host at least one game.  The road trips are killing me!!!! haha! :D

BW looks formidable.  They are leading Wilmington 3-1 with four minutes left as I write this.  I thought that might have been a closer game.  The Streaks will have a tall order to compete with them on Tuesday.

I hate to say it CN, but your post from earlier this week was prescient.  Tomorrow's game between Capital and ONU might determine second seed or top seed in the conference.  The scheduling is awful!



Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 20, 2013, 07:01:43 AM
Thanks for the comment WOAC.  Also, congratulations to the Blue Streaks.  With the way they played against Mount Union I figured they would be able to move the ball and handle things against Muskingum. 

To be honest it was not that much of a come back.  Capital controlled the entire game, much like your Blue Streaks did, but simply could not finish until late.  MU got a transition goal against the flow of play, which was a really nice play on their part, but other than that their chances were not serious.  As for the keeper in my opinion she is alright, but, far from one of the best.  The first goal was terrific and offered her no chance.  The second goal was a great half chance.

It is a shame that the ONU v Capital game today will, for all intensive purposes, decide if ONU will win the regular season #1 tournament seeding.  Since they beat BW and Ott it seems the Crusaders are the only team likely to stop them.  If Capital can pull it off they will essentially have two more "OAC Regular season title games" on the next two Saturdays vs BW and Ott.

IN terms of BW they are tough because they are so physical.  That dictates the play of most games and it takes a very concerted effort to play good soccer against them.  I am not surprised by the BW - Wil game as Capital controlled the game against them for a huge portion of the game and just could not finish.  I did not expect the same to happen on a turf field as opposed to the little grass field at Wilmington.

We will see how today goes... maybe we will have a regular season winner, maybe we will not?
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 20, 2013, 10:21:46 PM
Tough loss versus ONU today for the Crusaders.  Back-to-back games are tough.  That was a horrible break for Capital today.  However, they are still in the hunt.

As for my Streaks,  they have a tough week ahead---BW on Tuesday and ONU on Friday night.  Its must win time for them.  If recent history holds true,  my undersized Streaks will take a physical beating from BW and the refs seem to always have their whistles in their pockets for that game.  I could go on, but.... :-X
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 22, 2013, 08:00:09 PM
Halftime JCU hosting BW...I am so angry that I had to post this... THE OAC SHOULD BE ASHAMED TO ALLOW THE OFFICIATING THAT HAPPENS IN B-W GAMES...THE MOST FLAGRANT FOUL I HAVE SEEN IN YEARS.  The Streaks All OAC middie spun around like a rag doll and no card.  It deserved a red...didn't even get a yellow. I'm sorry.  I'm venting,  but that was just plain wrong.  And it was just one incident.  An atrociously officiated half of soccer!!!!

BTW, despite the bullying tactics.. the game is still tied at nil.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 22, 2013, 09:08:33 PM
And classy soccer beats bullies tonight.  JCU 1 - B-W 0.
Streaks starting to show their trademark grittiness.  Look out OAC!

Paraphrasing Ignatius Loyola - "Go forth and set the OAC on fire!" 8-)

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 22, 2013, 09:46:20 PM
Sorry to hear that the game was a bit of a slugfest, but, everyone knows when you play BW that is what you are going to get.  The Crusaders have had good officiating for most of the year but the MU & ONU games were very poor too.  It is a shame officiating can not stay consistent.

That said congratulations on the win.  It is good to see the streaks doing well.  Looks like the last two weeks will decide #2 - #6 this year!  With ONU all but sewing up the regular season it looks like a mistake here or there will be the deciding factor.  Wilmington almost snuck past Otterbein tonight and that would have shaken things up.  But, as it seems the BW - Cap and CAP - OTT games will shake most of the things out.  Going to be a hard road for the Crusaders!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 23, 2013, 12:09:05 AM
I couldn't get past the play, so I've now watched it three times.  The JCU player engages the BW and actually starts to have the advantage on winning the ball.  The B-W player elbows the JCU player in the face and then extends the same arm to create an arm bar.  This knocks the JCU player off balance.  The B-W player then hooks her arm around the JCU players forearm and swings her body which causes the JCU player to be catapulted into the turf.  The JCU player was actually swung face first into the turf.  The official seemed to be out of position, but if he had any understanding of the laws of physics he could have seen that it was not just a collision.  When will officials learn that when there is a rivalry game or a team known as being (euphemism alert) "physical" you'd better call it closely or it will get out of hand? Report is that the JCU player has some torn ligaments in her elbow and an injured nose.

Later in the game a B-W player was concussed in a head-to-head collision.  I've watched that one three times too.  In that collision, the JCU player had position on the ball, the B-W player went over her back and made forehead contact with the back of the JCU player.  Probably also a foul on B-W, but called on JCU because the B-W player was injured in the encounter.  It sends the wrong message to the teams, players and fans.  As long as the OAC allows that kind of reckless play they are inviting injuries. This is my fourth year of watching and it rarely happens with other teams.   

The worst part is that poor officiating increases the animosity between the two teams and makes the possibility of another encounter escalating more likely.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 24, 2013, 09:45:15 PM

Here are the standings going into the final full week of soccer.  Its hard to imagine a tighter contest.  The top six teams separated by one game and another only down by two games.  It looks like a typical year for the OAC.  Everything will be decided this week or next weekend!

Ohio Northern            5-1-0   
Baldwin Wallace         4-2-0 
Capital                      4-2-0 
Mount Union              4-2-0 
Otterbein                   4-2-0
John Carroll               4-2-0
Wilmington (Ohio)      3-3-0
Muskingum                1-5-0 
Heidelberg                 1-5-0
Marietta                     0-6-0
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 26, 2013, 10:35:39 AM
Crusader,I'd say your team is right back in the thick of it. The Streaks beat ONU 3 to 0 yesterday.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 26, 2013, 04:43:33 PM
What a wild weekend!!!

First,  congratulations to Capital and Otterbein on their wins.  I hate to admit it CN, as much as it pained me to do so, I was pulling for B-W today.  The way I see it,  the Crusaders and Otterbein are fighting for the regular season championship and top seed right now.   

The JCU dream scenario almost happened as it took both Capital and Otterbein to the second overtime to dispatch their opponents. Drawn contests would have put the Streaks half a game ahead of most of the conference.  Neither Cap nor Otterbein have tough opponents mid-week this week.  So, for them, it comes down to next weekend...winner take all.

My Blue Streaks have the inside track for second seed, and that's not too shabby either.  It's still mathematically possible for them to sneak into the championship, but they still face Wilmington, which is always a dangerous team. Luckily for them, they are at home for that one.

Mount Union and Baldwin Wallace drop back, but the conference is so even, I would not count them out.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 26, 2013, 08:55:33 PM
Well thanks for your honesty and next time I will be rooting against the Streaks! Lol!!!

However, unfortunately I am afraid that your thoughts are not quite accurate.  Due to the fact that ONU beat both Otterbein and Capital they are actually going to be in first place as long as they win out.  The only team to really have a chance to stop that is Wilmington.  If Wilmington beats ONU (unlikely at ONU) then that will mean unless Otterbein and Capital slip in the midweek game that contest will end up being for 2nd place.

Oh well.... so goes the conference.  Wilmington actually holds their own fate in their hands with games against two teams ahead of them.  If they can win either of those it will really throw a wrench into things!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 26, 2013, 09:44:22 PM
Well, let me ask you...how does it play out if ONU, CAP and JCU are tied?
(I think your analysis assumes only a two-way tie.)

ONU beat CAP
JCU beat ONU
CAP beat JCU?

I am not sure that it automatically goes to ONU.  My Streaks have the tiebreaker versus the Polar Bears.
What is the next level down of tiebreakers...I think overall record?

Second,  just so we're clear, my "heart" was with the Crusader's, but my self-interest was with B-W... ;D

I just pulled this from the OAC website.  If there is more than a two way tie,  the tie is broken as follows:


2. Multiple (3 or more teams) Tie. Compare the combined record of each of the tied
teams against the other teams involved in the tie until and advantage is gained.
(Example: Team A's combined record against both Team B and Team C, as
compared to Team C's combined record against both Team A and Team B.) If the
multiple tie still exists, compare each of the tied teams' records against the team
occupying the highest position in the standings until the tie is reduced to a two-team
tie, at which time revert to the two-team process or until the tie is broken.


So,  it goes to combined record, which favors Capital, then Otterbein, then ONU, then (unfortunately) JCU....I still think that Capital is in the first position.  Either Crusaders or Otterbein win the conference if they win their last two games.  That would leave a three way tie between Crusaders*, ONU and JCU.  As I read the rule,  (assuming wins during the midweek contests)  The winner of Capital -Otterbein has the best overall record and wins the season championship and first seed.  Then the tie is "broken" and the two remaining tied teams are chosen on head-to-head records.  This would put my Streaks second.  ONU would be third and after that it could be anyone.

Correct me if I'm wrong....and yes,  I am a total loser for analyzing this so deeply.  ???

I agree that Wilmington throws a wrench into things.  They always finish strong.

* The same analysis applies if Otterbein wins.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 27, 2013, 06:01:07 AM
I think that indicates you go down the conference list past the tied teams until you find one that breaks the tie?  But, I am far from sure!  It is all convaluted!  Next ones down appear to be BW, Mt Union and Wilmington...which I think are sll mixed up too until Wilmington which Cap lost to but the others beat?

Who know .... have to get to that point to find out what will happen?

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on October 30, 2013, 07:25:35 PM
Streaks beat Heidelberg in the 89th minute...talk about a close call! And......Wilmington dispatches Ohio Northern. As you noted CN, they are a wild card and look like a possible contender. In most conferences we would have some of the playoff spots figured out by now.  In the OAC the picture is murkier than ever! What a fun time of the year and stressful too!  ;)
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on October 30, 2013, 10:32:26 PM
I was getting a bit concerned about your Streaks WOAC!  Talk about cutting it tight.  But, to their credit they came through and are still in the hunt!  Now they just need to dispatch that pesky Wilmington team.

In terms of the playoffs it is pretty well decided except for the last spot.  If Wilmington happens to win or tie then BW will be out.  If they lose then they are out.  On the flip side of the table you were correct that Otterbein vs Capital will be 1/2 of the equation for the Regular season title and seeding.  Because they both beat the Streaks the winner will be #1.  However, a Cap loss will drop them to #5 due to tie breakers.... big things on the line #1 or #5!  Otterbein I believe will only drop to #3 with a loss.  A tie would give the Streaks the title (If they beat Wilmington).

Good win on the road for Cap tonight.  Had two starters out tonight and a first sub out too so it was a bit of a make shift line up, but, overall good showing.  Interesting to see what happens!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 03, 2013, 01:37:42 AM
The Blue Streaks and Crusaders share the championship. Capital is the first seed and JCU is the second. Looks like someone at OAC headquarters was pulling for the Polar Bears because they already have Ohio Northern beating BW and hosting the semi-final game. Haha!

Congratulations to your team Crusader. It was well earned.

The Streaks had an October to remember. Here's hoping they can keep the momentum going into November!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 03, 2013, 07:11:21 PM
Congratulations to your Blue Streaks as well.  They showed a great deal of heart and focus to rebound from their shaky start.  I know getting players back made a world of difference for them, but, they deserve a great deal of credit all around!

It was a nice run for Capital as well.  Things looked bleak after the ONU loss, but, running off the last four and then having some things go our way showed the soccer gods looked kindly on us!

Here is to hoping both of us have a great run out on Thursday!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 04, 2013, 07:15:43 AM
So, CN,  any thoughts on Tuesday's matchups?

Otterbein v. Mount Union - A few weeks ago I would have picked Mount Union to win the conference, but they've faltered down the stretch.  Otterbein, true-to-form, has gotten stronger down the stretch.  Additionally,  they are playing on the Otterbein pitch, which is somewhat notorious around the conference.  I am picking Otterbein 3 to1.  I think you will have a rematch with the Cardinals on Thursday.

Ohio Northern v. Baldwin Wallace -  Those teams are so even its hard for me pick. Ohio Northern is the home team and they are very good at home. Ohio Northern beat B-W 3 to 0 on October 12th (which interestingly seems like a lifetime ago), but B-W's physical game can wear a team down.   Just for fun, I am going to say its Ohio Northern on PKs.

I am not brave enough to prognosticate on our teams' matchups later in the week.  However, I think that any one of them could beat any other one this week.  The conference play has been as close as any year...sort of a tradition in the OAC.  Its going to be an entertaining week of soccer! 

Hopefully, my Blue Streaks will prevail on Thursday and we'll be driving down to Columbus on Saturday...although -darn it- it would be nice to be at home one year!!! haha! 
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 05, 2013, 08:02:25 AM
Quick Thoughts......

MU is more dangerous than Otterbein but the Otterbein field and confidence will probably win out.  Shannon Evans is probably the most dangerous player in the conference, but, her case can not keep pace.  Otterbein 1-0 prediction

BW may be physical, but, you can't hit what you can't catch.  On the turf at ONU I think the Polar Bears will turn their recent slide around.  Again, ONU has the more dangerous players but in this one I think the better players will win.  ONU 2-0 prediction.

Either way bot JCU and Cap will have tough contests on Thursday because playing any team a second time in a season and coming out with a win is a tough task.  Only time will tell!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 05, 2013, 05:06:24 PM
Well CN, you and I were summoning our psychic powers. You correctly called the Otterbein victory over Mount Union, 1 to 0.  I correctly picked ONU over BW on PKs. So my Blue Streaks will have a rematch of last year's OAC Championship game while the Crusaders get a replay of last Saturday's matchup. 

I'm done with the predictions. Best wishes to all!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 07, 2013, 12:22:43 PM
Just some interesting tidbits as the semi-final games take place today.

1)  Did you know the four teams in the semi-finals had the toughest schedules this year in the OAC?  Capital was ranked #40, ONU was ranked #45, Otterbein was ranked #48 and JCU was ranked #62.  Not sure if there is a correlation, but, maybe the tough schedule prepared them for conference success?

2)  Did you know this is the same semi-final bracket as in 2011, however it is reversed.  This time around the teams on the road in 2011 are at home today with ONU at JCU and OTT at CAP!  We know how that one ended up and hopefully CAP can do their part to repeat!

This has no bearing on the results for today, but, thought it was an interesting piece of useless knowledge!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 08, 2013, 02:02:14 AM
JCU makes it through in the second overtime. I felt sorry for both teams as they played through parts of the game in an ice storm.  ONU showed a lot off class tonight. They played hard and clean. Their coach seems to be a first rate guy. They can be proud of the way they conducted themselves tonight and in my experiences with them.

JCU moved the ball too patiently at times. However, it was a good effort and the better team won.

How close was the match with Otterbein?  My sense from the stats is that the Crusaders scored their early goal and then felt okay to defend. Is that accurate?

Looks like a 2011 rematch is set up for Sunday at 2!!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 08, 2013, 09:25:37 AM
The Crusaders did score early and then actually scored again before half but on the way into the net (after it beat the GK) the ball touched an off sides player so they waived the goal off.  Otterbein never really made any sort of threat in the first half.

In the second half they came out very hard and the Crusaders wilted a bit.  They have been struggling with the stomach flu all week and two important starters played very few minutes.  So, the defending was pretty good but the level of play dropped.

Should be an interesting game on Sunday.  Both teams have changed since the first meeting, so, we will see how it plays out.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 08, 2013, 01:31:20 PM
I think your earlier point about strength of schedule is well taken. Both of these teams have had challenges to overcome this year which makes the championship game gratifying regardless of the outcome. 

Hopefully, the weather cooperates. No more ice storms!

Looking forward to a fun contest.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 10, 2013, 05:13:41 PM
Congratulations to the Blue Streaks and Coach Marich... they were worthy opponents and a class team.  Following their rough start to the season their comeback to be OAC co-regular season champions was  terrific and they should be proud of a great season!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 10, 2013, 07:11:23 PM
Congratulations to Capital on the win. Those two First half goals were amazing!  The Streaks seemed to right the ship in the second half, but playing catch up cost them two more.  Hope the Crusaders get a good draw and run deep in the tourney.

This is my swan song. My Blue Streak finished her career tonight! Great, great memories.  It is so funny looking back, she could have gone D1, but ended up at a great school and had a better college sports experience than any of her friends and club teammates. Many of them ride the pine at the D1 level and mine got to participate in three conference championships. It's been a great run and I hope she cherishes the great memories she has made and the friendships she has. Go Blue Streaks!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 11, 2013, 08:13:28 PM
Capital v. Chicago --that should be a great match up. 

I couldn't find the venue....however, this is where that rigorous schedule might pay its benefits.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 11, 2013, 10:18:16 PM
It is going to be a war at Wisconsin-Whitewater! 

The grass field will play to Chicago's favor, and they are going to be more physical than the Crusaders, but if Capital can keep the ball and get them to chase as often as they did in the OAC final then that would be an equalizer.  Tough bracket for sure.  Not like 2011 when Wheaton was looming for whoever won the first game, but, four very good teams make it a difficult draw.

On a side note I am glad to hear that your daughter had such a great experience at JCU.  Wonderful thing to get the opportunity to play for championships... only a few get to do it.  Hope she carries that with her forever.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 13, 2013, 12:01:11 PM
The OAC Awards were just announced!
Congratulations to the recipients!!!!

http://www.oac.org/sports/wsoc/WS_AOAC/W_Soc_All-OAC_2013.pdf (http://www.oac.org/sports/wsoc/WS_AOAC/W_Soc_All-OAC_2013.pdf)

If the PDF file doesn't appear when you open the page, click on "View full page" and it should open on a new page.
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 16, 2013, 11:30:11 PM
Congrats to Capital on their win versus Chicago. Can't wait to hear the details CN! Sounds like there were some heroics!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 17, 2013, 11:01:33 PM
Congratulations Capital. 1-0 winner over Wisconsin-Whitewater. Looks like the Crusaders well be in a rematch against Thomas More, who they beat earlier this year. Crusaders making the OAC proud!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 18, 2013, 12:55:30 AM
Thanks WOAC!  Very challenging weekend with the weather conditions and a really difficult bracket!  We were fortunate to score in the first half and then play very well organized defending for the second half when we were against the 30 mph wind!  We keep finding ways to win and keep finding ways to work as a team to make history.  Hopefully the good things will continue to come to us next weekend in St. Louis!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 23, 2013, 10:45:59 PM
Congrats CN....Capital is in the quarterfinals! Way to represent the OAC and your excellent soccer program. Taking on the number one school will be a challenge, but the Crusaders have been resilient. It looks to be another exciting game!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on November 24, 2013, 05:54:44 PM
AMAZING! Way to go Crusaders!!! Knocking off number one ranked Washington in PKs!!!!! Maggie Donellen is having an MVP year and a great performance by the team to hang in there when they went down early. Once it went to penalties,I knew it was over! Congrats again and send us some details when you have a chance CN.

Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on November 24, 2013, 09:13:18 PM
It has been a terrific ride to say the least.  Nine hour bus trip to Wisconsin to play two ranked teams who were supposed to beat us.... messed that up for them!  Four days latter another nine hour bus ride to St. Louis to play two more teams who were supposed to beat us, including the #1 team in the country... and we messed that up too!  Seems no one told this team we were not supposed to fight our hearts out and leave it all behind!  Big saves for Maggie and bigger effort by team!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: woacfan on December 06, 2013, 02:41:09 PM
Tough loss CN, but what a season!  You've made the whole OAC proud and put up a good game against a formidible opponent.  Coach Kouns has put together a great program in Columbus. Everyone down there can hold their head high.  What a great run.  Congratulations on a record-breaking season for the Crusaders!
Title: Re: Women's OAC 2013
Post by: CrusaderNation on December 09, 2013, 01:00:33 PM
Thanks for the kind words WOAC!  The girls gave a great effort and hopefully the run will offer the OAC and the Great Lakes a little more respect.  For now it is time to let them get to finals and make up for alot of missed school work!  Happy holidays to you and your family!