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No. 8 Washington University Women’s Soccer Falls at No. 22 Wheaton College, 3-0, in Sectional Semifinals of NCAA Tournament

Wheaton, Ill., November 21, 2008 – The defending NCAA Division III national champion Wheaton College women's soccer team broke a scoreless halftime tie with three second-half goals en route to a 3-0 victory over Washington University in St. Louis in the NCAA Sectional Semifinals on Friday night at Joe Bean Stadium in Wheaton, Ill. Wheaton, the 2004, 2006 and 2007 NCAA Division III national champion, takes on the winner of Carleton College and Claremont-Mudd-Scripps College on Sunday at 6 p.m. for a berth in the semifinals.        Washington U. had a golden opportunity to score just 2:14 into the contest. A ball was sent into the box and settled by junior Caryn Rosoff, Beverly Hills, Calif. (Harvard-Westlake), who found senior Caitlin Malone, Valparaiso, Ind. (Valparaiso) unmarked three feet from the goal. Malone did not get a strong foot on the ball and her shot was saved by Wheaton goalkeeper Ingrid Erickson.        Wheaton (20-2-3) controlled play the next 15 minute outshooting the Bears 5-0, including a shot by Kari Klynstra that just went over the head of WU senior goalkeeper Amanda Boe, Aurora, Ill. (Waubonsie Valley). The Thunder outshot Washington U., 8-4, but the Bears had a 4-3 advantage in corner kicks. The wind chill dipped into the low teens in the second half, but that did not bother the Thunder as they scored the first goal of the game with a man down at 53:38. Taryn Lee, the 2007 Division III National Player of the Year, went down the backline and crossed to Kari Klynstra, who one-timed it past Boe for her 10th goal of the season.         Washington U., who is making its eighth NCAA appearance, did not fold as freshman Lee Ann Felder, Tucson, Ariz. (Catalina Foothills) got around the Thunder defense and sent a shot wide right at 55:27. Lee almost gave Wheaton its second goal at 61:14 as she blew by senior Shirey Lane, Plano, Texas (Plano East), but rolled a shot just outside the left post.        The Thunder sealed the victory with a pair of goals late in the second half. Erin Hodina scored in the 80th minute and Ali Kopelman added another at 89:20 to round out the scoring.        Wheaton outshot Washington University, 22-7, and had a 6-4 advantage in corner kicks. Boe finished the contest with six saves in her final game with the Red and Green. The Thunder improved to 91-3-3 at home since the start of the 2002 season, and now lead the all-time series between the two teams, 7-4. Washington U. ends its first season under head coach Jim Conlon with a 15-4-2 overall mark. The Bears won their third-straight University Athletic Association (UAA) title and sixth overall. --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu

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Washington University’s Amanda Boe Named to 2008 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America Women’s Soccer First Team

St. Louis, Mo., November 18, 2008 — Senior goalkeeper Amanda Boe, Aurora, Ill. (Waubonsie Valley) of the No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis women's soccer team has been named to the 2008 ESPN The Magazine College Division Academic All-America Women's Soccer First-Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Boe is the fifth women's soccer student-athlete to earn Academic All-America honors, and the first in school history to earn first-team honors. Boe has put together a 15-3-2 overall record in the nets for the Bears with a 0.81 goals against average. The University Athletic Association (UAA) leader in saves (83) and saves per game (4.15), she also ranks third in save percentage (.838). Boe, a three-time Academic All-UAA honoree, has appeared in 40 career games, and ranks fourth in school history in career goals against average (0.73), sixth in saves (105) and eighth in victories (16).         She earned University Athletic Association (UAA) Athlete of the Week honors on Nov. 18, after posting back-to-back shutouts as the Bears advanced to the NCAA Sectional Semifinals for the third-consecutive season with two victories at home. Boe made seven saves and stopped three of four penalty kicks in Washington U.'s 3-1 shootout victory over Illinois Wesleyan University in the second round on Sunday.         "I'm incredibly surprised and honored. I had no idea that I would be recognized this way and I'm very grateful for it.," said Boe, who carries a 3.97 grade point average while majoring in biochemistry. "I'm very excited that I could contribute something wonderful to the women's soccer program at Washington University."         The Bears take on No. 22 and defending national champion Wheaton College (Ill.) on Friday, Nov. 21,  at 5 p.m., in the NCAA Sectional Semifinals in Wheaton, Ill. Washington U. is 15-3-2 overall, and earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament by winning its third-straight conference championship. --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu

Washington University Women’s Soccer Advances to NCAA Second Round With 3-0 Victory Over Principia College at Home

St. Louis, Mo., November 15, 2008 – The No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis women's soccer team advanced to the second round of the 2008 NCAA Division III Championship with a 3-0 victory over Principia College on Saturday night at Francis Field in St. Louis, Mo.                Senior Caitlin Malone, Valparaiso, Ind. (Valparaiso) had two goals in the victory for the Bears, while junior Caryn Rosoff, Beverly Hills, Calif. (Harvard-Westlake) added a goal and an assist.                "We played well tonight and put together a good game plan. Our starting 11 set the tone for the match tonight," said Washington University first-year head coach Jim Conlon. "When you get your two forwards scoring and your midfielders creating, it's a good mix for the game. It's great to get a win tonight, but our goal for this weekend is to get two victories and we will have our work cut out for us tomorrow."                Rosoff gave the Bears a 1-0 lead in the 16th minute as she took a pass from senior Shirey Lane, Plano, Texas (Plano East) and beat Principia goalkeeper Mel Stein with a one-timer. The goal for Rosoff was her team-leading ninth of the season and 31st of her career. The game-winning goal was Rosoff's eighth of her career, moving her into seventh on the all-time list.                Malone scored in the 55th minute on an assist from Rosoff, and then made it 3-0 in the 63rd minute as she took a pass from senior Lauren Mehner, Cape Girardeau, Mo. (Notre Dame) down on the left side and drilled a left-footed shot from 20 yards out to the far corner. Malone now has 22 career goals, and is one shy of eighth all-time.                Senior goalkeeper Amanda Boe, Aurora, Ill. (Waubonsie Valley) made one save in 75 minutes of action, while sophomore Katy Southworth, St. Louis, Mo. (MICDS) made two saves in 15 minutes. Washington U. outshot Principia, 12-9, and had a 7-0 advantage in corner kicks. Principia wraps up its season with a 19-2 record, suffering both losses to Washington U.                Washington University (15-3-1) takes on the winner of Illinois Wesleyan University or No. 17 Rhodes College on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. for a berth in the NCAA Sectional semifinals.       ---------------------------------     Christopher Mitchell     Director, Sports Information     Washington University in St. Louis     (314) 935-5077 (Office)     (618) 560-9280 (Cell)     (314) 935-4600 (Fax)     mitchell@wustl.edu (Email)     http://bearsports.wustl.edu

SSLM YWP's Joe Pesek 1v1 with DeSmet Coach Vitello

Soccer St. Louis Magazine Young Writer Joe Pesek 1v1 with DeSmet

Washington University Women’s Soccer Hosts NCAA First and Second Rounds, Nov. 15-16; Bears Face Principia on Saturday at 5 p.m.

St. Louis, Mo., November 10, 2008 — The No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis women's soccer team will make its third-consecutive and eighth overall appearance in the NCAA Division III Championship, as announced Monday by the NCAA Division III Selection Committee. The Bears will host first and second round action, Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 15-16, at Francis Field.         Washington U., ranked No. 8 in the final NSCAA/adidas top-25 poll, earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament by winning the University Athletic Association (UAA) for the third-straight year. The Bears posted an overall record of 14-3-1, including a 6-1 mark in UAA play.         The Bears will take on Principia College in the opening round on Saturday at 5 p.m., followed by No. 17 Rhodes College and Illinois Wesleyan University at 7:30 p.m.         Principia (19-1) earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Championship after winning the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) tournament with a 1-0 double overtime victory over Webster University. The Panthers are making their second appearance in the NCAA Tournament. Washington U. defeated Principia, 3-1, in the teams' only meeting on Oct. 7 in Elsah, Ill.         Rhodes (14-4-1) is making their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance after winning the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) Tournament championship with a 3-1 victory over Millsaps College. Washington U. posted a 1-0 victory over Rhodes on Oct. 25 at Francis Field.         Illinois Wesleyan (15-6) received an at-large bid after suffering a 1-0 loss to No. 22 Wheaton College in the championship game of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) tournament. The Titans will be making their second NCAA Tournament appearance in school history.         The winners of Saturday's games will meet on Sunday at 6 p.m., for a berth into the Sectional Semifinals. Ticket prices will be $6 for adults and $3 for students. SCHEDULE Saturday         5 p.m. – Principia College vs. Washington University         7:30 p.m. – Illinois Wesleyan University vs. Rhodes College         Sunday   6 p.m. – Winner of game one vs. winner of game two --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu

Washington U. Men’s Soccer Wins Regular Season Finale Against Chicago, 2-1

St. Louis, Mo., November 8, 2008 – The Washington University in St. Louis men's soccer team closed out the regular season with a 2-1 double overtime victory over the University of Chicago on Saturday afternoon at Francis Field in St. Louis, Mo. Freshman Patrick McClean, Kingwood, Texas (Kingwood) scored the game-winner early in the second overtime as Washington University secured a least a fifth-place finish in the University Athletic Association (UAA) standings. Junior John Hengel, Milwaukee, Wis. (Marquette University High) lofted a pass over the Maroon defense, and McClean corralled it, and then lofted a shot over UC goalkeeper Chris Giusto for his fourth goal of the season. Junior goalkeeper John Smelcer, St. Louis, Mo. (CBC) picked up his 12th win of the season for the Bears. Senior Ryan Kruse, Rockford, Ill. (Guilford) made the start in goal for the Red and Green and played the first 45 minutes allowing one goal and making one save. Senior Kevin Brege, Portola Valley, Calif. (Menlo School) gave the Bears the early 1-0 lead as Washington U. scored on its first shot of the day. Senior Eric Hills, Great Falls, Va. (Flint Hill School) sent a pass from 30 yards into the box to Brege, who deflected the shot past Giusto. The goal for Brege was the first of the season and fifth of his career.         Chicago (5-10-3, 1-5-1) knotted the score at 1-1 at the 43:32 mark as Edgar Friloux drilled a shot from 35 yards out through the hands of Kruse. The goal for Friloux was his third of the season. Washington U. (12-5-1, 4-3 UAA) outshot Chicago, 10-8, for the game, and had a 12-7 advantage on corner kicks. The Bears allowed seven shots in the first half, but only one in the final 58 minutes. The 2008 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Tournament field will be announced on Monday, Nov. 10, at 8 a.m. on www.ncaa.com. Prior to the game, Washington U. honored its seven seniors who played their final game at Francis Field. The senior class posted a 48-21-9 (.673) record during the four-year period and appeared in two NCAA Tournaments. --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu

Washington University Women’s Soccer Falls to Chicago, 1-0, on Senior Day

St. Louis, Mo., November 8, 2008 – The No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis women's soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision to the University of Chicago on Saturday afternoon at Francis Field in St. Louis, Mo., in both team's final University Athletic Association (UAA) contest of the season. Sigrid Nachtergaele scored the game-winner for Chicago with five minutes remaining as she deflected a shot past senior Amanda Boe, Aurora, Ill. (Waubonsie Valley) for her fifth goal of the season. Boe finished the contest with three saves. Washington U. outshot Chicago, 11-8, while both teams each had five corner kicks. The loss snapped Washington U.'s 12-game home win streak dating back to last season. Prior to the game, Washington U. honored its nine seniors who played their final regular season game at Francis Field. The senior class has posted a 59-19-2 (.750) record during the four-year period, won three UAA titles, and appeared in three NCAA Tournaments. Washington U. shared the UAA title with Emory University with a 6-1 conference mark, but earned the NCAA automatic bid due to a 2-0 win over the Eagles on Oct. 12. The 2008 NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Tournament field will be announced on Monday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. via live video webcast on www.ncaa.com. --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu

Field of Dreams: State Games

As the 2008 Boys season draws to a close, the hard work and visions are coming to fruition for a few area teams. The field is coming together for sectional match-ups. St. Louis is well represented in every class.

Class 3 sectional action begins on November 11th. McCluer North (13-11-2) will take on Seckman (10-12-2). Parkway West (21-5-1) will battle the Winner of Disctrict 3 (Mehlville vs Oakville 11/8). Chaminade (17-11) upset SLUH to face DeSmet (23-5). A civil battle will be raged in the Francis Howell district when Howell North (14-11-1) Squares off against Central (20-6)

In class 2A quarterfinal action (11/13), Priory (17-4) will battle for the win with St. Dominic (20-6-1). Class 1A finds John Burroughs (16-10) in a war with Missouri Military Academy (17-3).

For more details on game time and location visit the Missouri State High School Activities Association website at www.mshsaa.org.

Mike Sorber listed as NATIONAL SOCCER HALL OF FAME RELEASES ELECTION 2009 PLAYER BALLOT

Hall of Fame Releases Election 2009 Player Ballot

ONEONTA, NY (November 4, 2008) – The National Soccer Hall of Fame today released the 2009 Player ballot. Players eligible for election to the Hall of Fame are:

Jeff Agoos – 134 caps, 1988, 2002 World Cup, 10 seasons in MLS, 5-time MLS champion, 3-time MLS all-star

Mike Burns – 75 caps, 1992 Olympic Team, '94 and '98 World Cup team, 7 MLS seasons,

Mauricio Cienfuegos – 8 MLS seasons, 3-time MLS All Star, MLS Cup and U.S. Open Cup champion

Raul Diaz Arce – 6 MLS seasons, 2-time MLS Cup champion, U.S. Open Cup champion

Thomas Dooley – 81 caps, 1994, 1998 World Cup team, 4 MLS seasons, MLS all star, 1992 Honda Award

John Doyle – 53 caps, 1990 World Cup team, 1988 Olympic Team, 1991 Gold Cup champion, 5 MLS seasons,

Marco Etcheverry – 8 MLS seasons, 4-time All Star, MVP, 3-time MLS Cup champion, U.S. Open Cup champion

Joy Biefeld Fawcett – 239 caps, World Champion 1991 and 1999, Olympic Gold in 1996 and 2004

Robin Fraser – 26 caps, 10 seasons in MLS

Dominic Kinnear – 54 caps, '91 Gold Cup champion, 5 MLS seasons,

Frank Klopas – 40 caps, 1988 Olympic Team, 1994 World Cup, 4 MLS seasons, MLS and Open Cup champion

Roy Lassiter – 30 caps, MLS all star, MLS scoring champion, MLS Champion

Shannon MacMillan – 176 caps, World Champion in 1999, Olympic Gold in 1996

Pato Margetic – 5 NASL seasons, 2-time NASL champion, 3-time NASL all-star, 15 indoor seasons,

Joe-Max Moore – 100 caps, '92 Olympic Team, '94, '98, and '02 World Cup Team

Victor Nogueira – 6 seasons in the NASL, 13 seasons indoor soccer, 4-time MVP

Peter Nowak – 5 MLS seasons, 3-time MLS all star, MLS Cup champion, 2-time Open Cup champion

Cindy Parlow – 158 caps, World Champion in 1999, Olympic Gold in 1996 and 2004

Preki Radosavljevic – 28 caps, 4-time MLS all star, MLS champion in 2000

Mike Sorber – 67 caps, 1994 World Cup team, 5 MLS seasons

Earnie Stewart – 101 caps, '94, '98, 2002 World Cup team, Honda Award winner in 2001, MLS champion in 2004

Steve Trittschuh – 38 caps, 1990 World Cup team, 6 MLS seasons,

Carlos Vaderama – 7 MLS seasons, 3-time MLS all-star, MVP

Tisha Venturini Hoch – 132 caps, World Champion in 1999, Olympic Gold in 1996

Peter Vermes – 67 caps, 1988 Olympics, 1990 World Cup, 7 MLS seasons, MLS Cup and Open Cup champion

"This is an impressive list of candidates," Hall of Fame President Steve Baumann said."It contains World Cup players and champions, MLS champions, and Olympians. We look forward to announcing the newest members of the Hall of Fame on January 15^th at the National Soccer Coaches Association of America Convention in St. Louis and on the Center Circle Live broadcast on Fox Soccer Channel."

The voting period opens on November 3^rd and concludes at noon on December 3^rd. Voters in the Player Election include:

• Selected members of the media,
• Hall of Famers,
• Past and present U.S. Men's and Women's National Team coaches and select MLS coaches, and
• Selected MLS, WPS, and U.S. Soccer administrators.

About the Hall of Fame

The Mission of the National Soccer Hall of Fame is to Celebrate the History, Honor the Heroes,

Inspire the Youth and Preserve the Legacy of Soccer in the United States.

Located in Oneonta, NY, the National Soccer Hall of Fame opened a new 30,000 sq.ft., state-of-the-art multimedia museum in 1999. The Hall of Fame tells the story of soccer in America through artifacts, photographs, video and written narratives. The main VideoWall portrays some of the greatest moments and the greatest goals in soccer history as well as live soccer action from the World Cup, MLS, and U.S. Soccer matches. The Hall features an extensive interactive, youth oriented Kicks Zone, including a kid-sized indoor field, where visitors have fun kicking, heading and playing video soccer games. Unique and rare artifacts on exhibit range from The Dewar Cup, the oldest team trophy in U.S. sport, to the Women's World Cup won by the USA in 1999, the uniforms of Pele and Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly's golden shoes, and NASL championship rings. That and so much more are all at the National Soccer Hall of Fame. In addition to the interactive Museum, the National Soccer Hall of Fame's 61-acre complex boasts the Kicks Hall of Fame Museum Store, a research library, four world-class soccer fields and office/meeting facilities. Visit the Hall of Fame at www.soccerhall.org

No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis Women’s Soccer Wins UAA Championship With 2-1 Victory at Case Western Reserve

Cleveland, Ohio, November 2, 2008 – The No. 8 Washington University in St. Louis women's soccer team captured the 2008 University Athletic Association (UAA) championship with a dramatic 2-1 win at Case Western Reserve University on Sunday afternoon in Cleveland, Ohio. It marked the fourth-straight 2-1 winning decision for the Bears in conference play.         With the win, Washington U. clinched its third-straight and sixth-overall conference title, and the automatic berth to the 2008 NCAA Division III Tournament. It also marks the 125th UAA championship in Washington University school history. "Case Western Reserve was a very good team, and they came right at us today," said Washington University first-year head coach Jim Conlon. "The second half we started moving the ball cleaner and pressed them, and was just waiting for a combination to go in. Caitlin Malone worked hard today to got herself into possession to score."         Trailing 1-0 at halftime, senior Caitlin Malone, Valparaiso, Ind. (Valparaiso) scored both second-half goals for the Bears, including the game-winner with 14 seconds left in the game. Malone, who notched the 11th game-winning goal of her career, moved into ninth on the Washington University all-time list in goals scored (20) and 11th in points (42). She also scored the game-winning goal in last-year's UAA-clinching 4-0 win at home against Case Western Reserve.         Malone headed home a cross from junior Elyse Hanly, Westborough, Mass. (Westborough) at 61:02 to knot the score at 1-1, and then took a pass from junior Caryn Rosoff, Beverly Hills, Calif. (Harvard-Westlake) and one-touched it before putting the game-winner in to the back of the net at 89:46. The assist for Rosoff was her 14th of her career, moving into ninth on the all-time list.         Senior Amanda Boe, Aurora, Ill. (Waubonsie Valley) made four saves for Washington University as she picked up her 14th win of the season. The Bears outshot Case Western Reserve, 12-7, and had a 4-3 advantage on corner kicks.         Washington University (14-2-1, 6-0 UAA) concludes regular season play at home against the University of Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 11:30 a.m. Prior to the game, Washington U. will honor its nine seniors who will be playing its final game at Francis Field. Chicago (11-5-1, 4-2 UAA) has won five-straight games, and upset No. 16 University of Rochester, 2-1 in double overtime, on Sunday. --------------------------------- Christopher Mitchell Director, Sports Information Washington University in St. Louis (314) 935-5077 (Office) (618) 560-9280 (Cell) (314) 935-4600 (Fax) mitchell@wustl.edu (Email) http://bearsports.wustl.edu