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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Live Blog: Davidson vs. App. State (Baseball)
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Friday, April 8, 2011
Live Blog: Davidson vs. UNCG (Baseball)
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Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Allen Page Blogging from England
By Allen Page
Hi everyone! My name is Allen Page, and I’m a junior on the Wildcat Men’s Soccer team. Right now, I’m studying abroad at Oxford in England, and things are awesome here! I’m taking English and Psychology classes here (I’m a psych major back at Davidson). When I found out that the University of Georgia (I’m a Georgia native after all) had a program that spent a term at Oxford, I jumped on the opportunity. Even though I’m going through a different school, Davidson was so great in helping to get me set up with the program. I always knew I wanted to study abroad. I thought for a long time that I might go somewhere to practice foreign language skills, but ultimately, the chance to study at one of the most prestigious schools in the world was too good to pass up.
I’m living in a house with about twenty other students, all on the same program. It’s a little bit of a hike to downtown Oxford where the majority of the colleges are, but the walk is very pleasant. One of the most striking things about being in Oxford, and in England in general is the antiquity of everything. In the states, we consider something to be pretty old if it has been around for fifty or one hundred years. But here, there are very often buildings and institutions dating back five hundred years; some reach back close to one thousand! So, even from walking around town and exploring the old chapels, libraries, or pubs, the sense of history and tradition is palpable.
If you are wondering why this first update is coming so late in the semester, let me explain. Unlike schools in the States, Oxford operates on three eight-week terms. The third and final term of the year begins in May and runs through June. So, we are here about a month before that for some seminars to get us ready for the rigorous Oxford "tutorials." That’s what they call classes here, although “class” doesn’t really fit. Oxford students meet their dons one on one and only once a week to respond to questions, defend their opinions, and often present that week’s paper. The rest of the week is filled with extensive reading and writing to prepare for the next session. It’s very different from what most of us are used to!
Of course, as a Davidson student-athlete, I’m excited for much more than the educational opportunities here. England is a nation crazy about football (soccer); it’s all over the papers and all over the sports stores. In fact, in a brief trip to London, I found a four-story sports store, and the third floor was entirely devoted to jerseys from teams around the world! I’m hoping to catch an Oxford United game this weekend. They are the local club here, and although they are only a League Two team, they draw a lot of support from the city. Here at the house, we have a great backyard for pickup games and the like, so I’m looking forward to playing as much as I can.
That’s all for now, and let’s hope the Wildcats keep winning games!
Cheers,
Allen
Hi everyone! My name is Allen Page, and I’m a junior on the Wildcat Men’s Soccer team. Right now, I’m studying abroad at Oxford in England, and things are awesome here! I’m taking English and Psychology classes here (I’m a psych major back at Davidson). When I found out that the University of Georgia (I’m a Georgia native after all) had a program that spent a term at Oxford, I jumped on the opportunity. Even though I’m going through a different school, Davidson was so great in helping to get me set up with the program. I always knew I wanted to study abroad. I thought for a long time that I might go somewhere to practice foreign language skills, but ultimately, the chance to study at one of the most prestigious schools in the world was too good to pass up.
I’m living in a house with about twenty other students, all on the same program. It’s a little bit of a hike to downtown Oxford where the majority of the colleges are, but the walk is very pleasant. One of the most striking things about being in Oxford, and in England in general is the antiquity of everything. In the states, we consider something to be pretty old if it has been around for fifty or one hundred years. But here, there are very often buildings and institutions dating back five hundred years; some reach back close to one thousand! So, even from walking around town and exploring the old chapels, libraries, or pubs, the sense of history and tradition is palpable.
If you are wondering why this first update is coming so late in the semester, let me explain. Unlike schools in the States, Oxford operates on three eight-week terms. The third and final term of the year begins in May and runs through June. So, we are here about a month before that for some seminars to get us ready for the rigorous Oxford "tutorials." That’s what they call classes here, although “class” doesn’t really fit. Oxford students meet their dons one on one and only once a week to respond to questions, defend their opinions, and often present that week’s paper. The rest of the week is filled with extensive reading and writing to prepare for the next session. It’s very different from what most of us are used to!
Of course, as a Davidson student-athlete, I’m excited for much more than the educational opportunities here. England is a nation crazy about football (soccer); it’s all over the papers and all over the sports stores. In fact, in a brief trip to London, I found a four-story sports store, and the third floor was entirely devoted to jerseys from teams around the world! I’m hoping to catch an Oxford United game this weekend. They are the local club here, and although they are only a League Two team, they draw a lot of support from the city. Here at the house, we have a great backyard for pickup games and the like, so I’m looking forward to playing as much as I can.
That’s all for now, and let’s hope the Wildcats keep winning games!
Cheers,
Allen
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Live Blog: Davidson vs. UNC Asheville (Baseball)
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Monday, April 4, 2011
‘Cats tear through Gamecocks
By Thomas Zimmerman
The guys followed their mid-week victory over USL PRO league team Charlotte Eagles with a 4-1 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks (who finished the 2010 season ranked No. 12 in the nation) on Saturday, March 19. It was a hot affair, with temperatures reaching close to 80 degrees for the first time this spring. Although only having three field players to rotate in throughout the game due to injuries in the squad and one player abroad for the entire semester, the Wildcats were able to hold on to the 4-goal lead built through the first 60 minutes.
It took the first quarter of the game for the Wildcats to find their rhythm, but not long after that the goals poured in. Davidson found the back of the net three times in ten minutes to build a 3-0 halftime lead. First, Greg Macnamara converted a penalty that was drawn by some neat footwork by midfielder Peter Paras. Minutes after, Dennis Shannon provided a 40-yard ball deep in the box for streaking Andrew DiLallo, who headed it off the back post and in. Even goalie Chip Sanders got involved in the scoring. His goal kick was flicked on by Andrew DiLallo and finished on a break away by forward Thomas Zimmerman.
The Gamecocks came out in the second half with a raised intensity, but the Wildcats handled it with confidence and extended their lead to four within the first 10 minutes. Quick combinations and fluid movement opened up a seam for Brian McGue to run onto a beautifully clipped ball from defender Hunter Hayes. McGue cooly headed it over the goalie to ease any worries about a comeback. The Gamecocks were able to pull a goal back in the last ten minutes, but it was too little too late.
Final Score: Davidson 4 – South Carolina 1
Goals (Assists)
· 27’ Greg Macnamara (PK)
· 34’ Andrew DiLallo (Dennis Shannon)
· 37’ Thomas Zimmerman (Andrew Dillalo)
· 55’ Brian McGue (Hunter Hayes)
Contributing Substitutes
Andrew DiLallo, Chris Pettiglio, Nick Grube, Ben Gold.
Andrew DiLallo came on with 20 minutes to play in the first half and contributed to both the second and third goals, scoring the second and assisting on the third. The Wildcats were up 3-0 at halftime.
Head Coach Matt Spear’s thoughts:
“It was a big, big win because it was on the road against a team that had won their conference tournament and advanced to the Sweet 16 in this past fall’s NCAA Tournament… We told the team that USC was of course to come out with a renewed vigor after halftime. But our guys responded well and killed the match off… Overall, it was a comfortable, confident win – and a confidence boost for sure.”
The guys followed their mid-week victory over USL PRO league team Charlotte Eagles with a 4-1 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks (who finished the 2010 season ranked No. 12 in the nation) on Saturday, March 19. It was a hot affair, with temperatures reaching close to 80 degrees for the first time this spring. Although only having three field players to rotate in throughout the game due to injuries in the squad and one player abroad for the entire semester, the Wildcats were able to hold on to the 4-goal lead built through the first 60 minutes.
It took the first quarter of the game for the Wildcats to find their rhythm, but not long after that the goals poured in. Davidson found the back of the net three times in ten minutes to build a 3-0 halftime lead. First, Greg Macnamara converted a penalty that was drawn by some neat footwork by midfielder Peter Paras. Minutes after, Dennis Shannon provided a 40-yard ball deep in the box for streaking Andrew DiLallo, who headed it off the back post and in. Even goalie Chip Sanders got involved in the scoring. His goal kick was flicked on by Andrew DiLallo and finished on a break away by forward Thomas Zimmerman.
The Gamecocks came out in the second half with a raised intensity, but the Wildcats handled it with confidence and extended their lead to four within the first 10 minutes. Quick combinations and fluid movement opened up a seam for Brian McGue to run onto a beautifully clipped ball from defender Hunter Hayes. McGue cooly headed it over the goalie to ease any worries about a comeback. The Gamecocks were able to pull a goal back in the last ten minutes, but it was too little too late.
Final Score: Davidson 4 – South Carolina 1
Goals (Assists)
· 27’ Greg Macnamara (PK)
· 34’ Andrew DiLallo (Dennis Shannon)
· 37’ Thomas Zimmerman (Andrew Dillalo)
· 55’ Brian McGue (Hunter Hayes)
| GK | Chip Sanders | |||
| D | Hunter Hayes | Greg Macnamara | Coleman O'Neill | Dennis Shannon |
| MF | Garrett Bostwick | Alex Givens | Brian McGue | Peter Paras |
| F | Thomas Zimmerman | Jake Keator | ||
Contributing Substitutes
Andrew DiLallo, Chris Pettiglio, Nick Grube, Ben Gold.
- The Gamecocks were an NCAA tournament team from last season and reached the final 16 before going out to Michigan.
- Greg Macnamara and Brian McGue both scored for the second time in a week to boost the Cats
- Fast fact: The last time Davidson and USC met (Fall of 2009), the result was the same with Davidson winning 4-1.
Andrew DiLallo came on with 20 minutes to play in the first half and contributed to both the second and third goals, scoring the second and assisting on the third. The Wildcats were up 3-0 at halftime.
Head Coach Matt Spear’s thoughts:
“It was a big, big win because it was on the road against a team that had won their conference tournament and advanced to the Sweet 16 in this past fall’s NCAA Tournament… We told the team that USC was of course to come out with a renewed vigor after halftime. But our guys responded well and killed the match off… Overall, it was a comfortable, confident win – and a confidence boost for sure.”
Friday, April 1, 2011
Wildcats open up Spring 2011 season with win over Eagles
By Thomas Zimmerman
The Davidson Men’s Soccer team began their Spring 2011 season with a much-anticipated match against USL PRO league team Charlotte Eagles on March 16. Davidson has strong ties with the Eagles as Coach/Recruiting Director Kevin O’Brien used to play for the team. Also, current assistant coaches Greg Dalby (player) and Ryan Souders (goalkeeper coach) are both members of the USL PRO club. The Wildcats and Eagles match up every spring in preparation for their upcoming seasons.
Sophomore midfielder Brian McGue put the Wildcats ahead in the 25th minute with a first-time shot that curled into the top left corner. The Eagles responded with a few chances but the boys stayed organized enough to keep the USL team at bay. For the second consecutive year the Wildcats owned a halftime lead over the Eagles.
The boys pushed on in the second half extending the lead to 2-0 on a corner kick from Peter Paras. Junior defender and captain Greg Macnamara got to the ball first and flicked on the short corner towards goal. The ball just barely crossed the goal line before an Eagles defender was able to clear it, but it went just far enough to put the Wildcats further ahead.
A late Charlotte Eagles goal caused for a tense final 10 minutes, but the boy’s fitness prevailed and the Wildcats held on for a 2-1 victory. This marks the first time Davidson has ever beaten the Eagles during Head Coach Matt Spear’s tenure. What a great way to kickoff the Spring 2011 season.
Starting 11
Contributing Substitutes
Andrew DiLallo, Chris Pettiglio, Nick Grube.
Coach Kevin O’Brien’s thoughts about the game against his former team:
“It was a great display of collective defending and commitment to our tactical game plan…We frustrated a group of experienced and mature professionals by playing as a team and out working them in all honesty. There was not a player in our squad that held anything back…each guy exhausted himself for the greater good of the team. It was awesome to watch and an approach I hope we continue to emulate!”
Super Frosh
Freshman defender Coleman “The Hatchet Man” O’Neill got his first college career start for the Wildcats. He played all 90 minutes at center back and threw in several solid tackles throughout. Congrats to the young gun.
Goals (Assists)
· 25’ Brian McGue (Jake Keator)
· 60’ Greg Macnamara (Peter Paras)
The Davidson Men’s Soccer team began their Spring 2011 season with a much-anticipated match against USL PRO league team Charlotte Eagles on March 16. Davidson has strong ties with the Eagles as Coach/Recruiting Director Kevin O’Brien used to play for the team. Also, current assistant coaches Greg Dalby (player) and Ryan Souders (goalkeeper coach) are both members of the USL PRO club. The Wildcats and Eagles match up every spring in preparation for their upcoming seasons.
Sophomore midfielder Brian McGue put the Wildcats ahead in the 25th minute with a first-time shot that curled into the top left corner. The Eagles responded with a few chances but the boys stayed organized enough to keep the USL team at bay. For the second consecutive year the Wildcats owned a halftime lead over the Eagles.
The boys pushed on in the second half extending the lead to 2-0 on a corner kick from Peter Paras. Junior defender and captain Greg Macnamara got to the ball first and flicked on the short corner towards goal. The ball just barely crossed the goal line before an Eagles defender was able to clear it, but it went just far enough to put the Wildcats further ahead.
A late Charlotte Eagles goal caused for a tense final 10 minutes, but the boy’s fitness prevailed and the Wildcats held on for a 2-1 victory. This marks the first time Davidson has ever beaten the Eagles during Head Coach Matt Spear’s tenure. What a great way to kickoff the Spring 2011 season.
Starting 11
| GK | Chip Sanders | |||
| D | Hunter Hayes | Greg Macnamara | Coleman O'Neill | Dennis Shannon |
| MF | Garrett Bostwick | Alex Givens | Brian McGue | Peter Paras |
| F | Thomas Zimmerman | Jake Keator | ||
Contributing Substitutes
Andrew DiLallo, Chris Pettiglio, Nick Grube.
Coach Kevin O’Brien’s thoughts about the game against his former team:
“It was a great display of collective defending and commitment to our tactical game plan…We frustrated a group of experienced and mature professionals by playing as a team and out working them in all honesty. There was not a player in our squad that held anything back…each guy exhausted himself for the greater good of the team. It was awesome to watch and an approach I hope we continue to emulate!”
Super Frosh
Freshman defender Coleman “The Hatchet Man” O’Neill got his first college career start for the Wildcats. He played all 90 minutes at center back and threw in several solid tackles throughout. Congrats to the young gun.
Goals (Assists)
· 25’ Brian McGue (Jake Keator)
· 60’ Greg Macnamara (Peter Paras)
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