BEMIDJI, Minn. -- The Bemidji State University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) will host its annual Teddy Bear Toss Saturday in conjunction with its hat and mitten drive at all BSU athletic events Dec. 3-4.
Fans are encouraged to bring teddy bears or other stuffed animals, preferably new but used in good condition will also be accepted, wrapped in a clear plastic bag, to the men’s and women’s hockey games Saturday. When the Beavers score their first goal of each game, those in attendance will have an opportunity to toss their teddy bear and/or stuffed animal donation(s) onto the ice. The items collected will go directly to Bemidji Law Enforcement officials and will be distributed to children in the Bemidji area this holiday season.
Bemidji State athletics faithful are also encouraged to bring winter hats, mittens, gloves and/or other cold weather gear to contribute to at the main gate as they enter men’s or women’s hockey games at the Bemidji Regional Event Center or the BSU Gymnasium for the men’s and women’s basketball games this weekend. Items collected will be directed to the St. Phillip’s Catholic Church Outreach Program and disseminated to families in need this holiday season.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
MSUM Cheer Camps
MOORHEAD, Minn. - The Minnesota State University Moorhead Dragon cheer team will be hosting two mini-camps in the coming months for youth in the Fargo/Moorhead area. The dates are Jan. 22 and Feb. 12.
The mini-camps are a chance for FM area youth to interact with and cheer for the Dragons. Each date includes a camp from 1-5 p.m. and a performance at the halftime of a Dragon women's basketball game (same date as camps).
The cost to attend is $35 for one camp and $60 for both camps. If your child is a member of Scorch's Kids Club, you can attend this camp for $25 or both camps for $40.
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The mini-camps are a chance for FM area youth to interact with and cheer for the Dragons. Each date includes a camp from 1-5 p.m. and a performance at the halftime of a Dragon women's basketball game (same date as camps).
The cost to attend is $35 for one camp and $60 for both camps. If your child is a member of Scorch's Kids Club, you can attend this camp for $25 or both camps for $40.
Click here for registration & information
UND Athletics I Phone App
UND athletics launches iPhone, iPod mobile solution
UND sports are now available on the iPhoneTM platform
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - The University of North Dakota athletics department and leading technology service provider NeuLion, Inc. (TSX:NLN) today announced the launch of UND's new mobile solution for the Apple iPhone(tm).
Powered by NeuLion technology, the app gives fans access to a complete repository of video that includes various highlight packages, interviews and more which users can share with friends on Facebook and Twitter. The University of North Dakota's iPhone(tm) solution has been specifically designed and developed with a suite of video, audio, statistics, content and more, all in one convenient app.
Additional features include: Field Tracker, featuring a visual representation of important events, sort by specific stats, preferred team, or player stats and personalized features based on user-defined settings.
"This app continues our goal of providing content through a variety of channels as our fans change the way they follow UND athletics," said Matt Schill, new media editor for UND athletics. "It provides news, live stats, videos and other features directly to the users' handheld device."
UND will continue to develop its use of the app, Schill said, and hopes to deliver live streaming audio and video in the near future.
With an emphasis on ease of use and access to content anywhere at any time, UND athletics and NeuLion continue to focus on providing the ultimate destination for Fighting Sioux fans on-the-go.
"With NeuLion's platform, we can take video one time and stream to many different consumer devices. Our mobile solution brings the exact same PC viewing experience to mobile. The look is sleek and seamless. All of the features and functionality are the same. Our platform is able to synchronize all the video that is distributed to both the PC and mobile consumer," said Chris Wagner, Executive Vice President of NeuLion.
The University of North Dakota iPhone(tm) app can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/north-dakota-fighting-sioux/id381335872?mt=8.
The premium video app can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/north-dakota-fighting-sioux/id381336995?mt=8.
UND sports are now available on the iPhoneTM platform
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - The University of North Dakota athletics department and leading technology service provider NeuLion, Inc. (TSX:NLN) today announced the launch of UND's new mobile solution for the Apple iPhone(tm).
Powered by NeuLion technology, the app gives fans access to a complete repository of video that includes various highlight packages, interviews and more which users can share with friends on Facebook and Twitter. The University of North Dakota's iPhone(tm) solution has been specifically designed and developed with a suite of video, audio, statistics, content and more, all in one convenient app.
Additional features include: Field Tracker, featuring a visual representation of important events, sort by specific stats, preferred team, or player stats and personalized features based on user-defined settings.
"This app continues our goal of providing content through a variety of channels as our fans change the way they follow UND athletics," said Matt Schill, new media editor for UND athletics. "It provides news, live stats, videos and other features directly to the users' handheld device."
UND will continue to develop its use of the app, Schill said, and hopes to deliver live streaming audio and video in the near future.
With an emphasis on ease of use and access to content anywhere at any time, UND athletics and NeuLion continue to focus on providing the ultimate destination for Fighting Sioux fans on-the-go.
"With NeuLion's platform, we can take video one time and stream to many different consumer devices. Our mobile solution brings the exact same PC viewing experience to mobile. The look is sleek and seamless. All of the features and functionality are the same. Our platform is able to synchronize all the video that is distributed to both the PC and mobile consumer," said Chris Wagner, Executive Vice President of NeuLion.
The University of North Dakota iPhone(tm) app can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/north-dakota-fighting-sioux/id381335872?mt=8.
The premium video app can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/north-dakota-fighting-sioux/id381336995?mt=8.
Monday, November 29, 2010
WINGS WITH COACH WALTHALL
During the 2010-11 season, MSU-Moorhead Head Men's Basketball Coach Chad Walthall will be hosting "Wings with Walthall", a social hour at Buffalo Wild Wings (Moorhead) where fans and supporters are welcome to come chat, ask questions and listen to Coach walthall's plans for the men's basketball program. The dates for this season's Wings with Walthall are Dec. 1, Jan. 5 and Feb. 2(and a date in March TBD). Coach Walthall and other staff members form men's basketball will be at BWW in Moorhead, Minn. (2201 2nd Ave. N.) at 7 p.m. each date. Limited appetizers will be available.
Gratzek, Prelvitz Earn First Team All-MVFC, Seven Bison Named Overall
ST. LOUIS, Mo.--Defensive tackle Matthew Gratzek and punter John Prelvitz were named first-team all-Missouri Valley Football Conference, while seven North Dakota State University student-athletes earned postseason conference honors. Gratzek was second in balloting for the MVFC Defensive Player of the Year. The all-conference team was selected by the head coaches, sports information directors and media, and announced Monday.
Defensive end Coulter Boyer, running back D.J. McNorton and offensive guard Paul Cornick were second-team picks, while cornerback Marcus Williams and wide receiver Warren Holloway were honorable mention.
North Dakota State (8-4) is scheduled to play at Big Sky champion Montana State (9-2) at 1:07 p.m. (Central) Saturday, Dec. 4, at Bobcat Stadium in Bozeman in the second round of the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs.
Western Illinois quarterback Matt Barr, a Walter Payton Award finalist, has been named the Missouri Valley Football Offensive Player of the Year. Barr led the league in pass efficiency, total offense, passing yards, passing TDs and touchdowns accounted for.
Meanwhile, for just the second time in league history a pair of Leathernecks share the league's top honors as linebacker Kyle Glazier has been tabbed as the league's Defensive Player of the Year. A finalist for the Buck Buchanan Award, Glazier led the league in tackles and spent several weeks leading the nation in tackles. They are the first pair of teammates to share the league's top honors in the same year since 2007, and are just the second pair of Western teammates to earn Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year honors in the same season (the other was during 2000 when RB Charles Tharp and LB Edgerton Hartwell accomplished the feat).
Indiana State head coach Trent Miles, a finalist for the Eddie Robinson Award, is the first Sycamore to win the league's top coaching honor in the league's 26-year history as ISU was 6-5 and tied for third place. ISU entered 2010 having won just two of its past 64 games.
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Defensive end Coulter Boyer, running back D.J. McNorton and offensive guard Paul Cornick were second-team picks, while cornerback Marcus Williams and wide receiver Warren Holloway were honorable mention.
North Dakota State (8-4) is scheduled to play at Big Sky champion Montana State (9-2) at 1:07 p.m. (Central) Saturday, Dec. 4, at Bobcat Stadium in Bozeman in the second round of the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs.
Western Illinois quarterback Matt Barr, a Walter Payton Award finalist, has been named the Missouri Valley Football Offensive Player of the Year. Barr led the league in pass efficiency, total offense, passing yards, passing TDs and touchdowns accounted for.
Meanwhile, for just the second time in league history a pair of Leathernecks share the league's top honors as linebacker Kyle Glazier has been tabbed as the league's Defensive Player of the Year. A finalist for the Buck Buchanan Award, Glazier led the league in tackles and spent several weeks leading the nation in tackles. They are the first pair of teammates to share the league's top honors in the same year since 2007, and are just the second pair of Western teammates to earn Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year honors in the same season (the other was during 2000 when RB Charles Tharp and LB Edgerton Hartwell accomplished the feat).
Indiana State head coach Trent Miles, a finalist for the Eddie Robinson Award, is the first Sycamore to win the league's top coaching honor in the league's 26-year history as ISU was 6-5 and tied for third place. ISU entered 2010 having won just two of its past 64 games.
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Jetvig Earns NSIC Player of the Week Honors
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota State University Moorhead junior forward Angie Jetvig was named Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Player of the Week, announced Monday by the league office.
Jetvig posted career highs in both points (25) and rebounds (16) as she led the Dragons to 98-72 victory over Mayville State. Jetvig went four of six from three point range and eleven of twelve from the free throw line in the game. Her route to career highs began with a first half double-double with eighteen points and ten rebounds. Jetvig also posted one blocked shot. This is Jetvig's second double-double of the season, but vastly improved on her 15 points and 10 rebounds against Southern Indiana and 22 points and 8 rebounds in the win over Queens at the Grand Canyon/Crowne Plaza Tournament in Phoenix, A.Z.
The Dragons will begin NSIC play on Dec. 3 at Bemidji State University and their next home contest is Dec. 7 against the Blue Hawks from Dickinson State (N.D.) at 6 p.m. in Nemzek Fieldhouse.
Jetvig posted career highs in both points (25) and rebounds (16) as she led the Dragons to 98-72 victory over Mayville State. Jetvig went four of six from three point range and eleven of twelve from the free throw line in the game. Her route to career highs began with a first half double-double with eighteen points and ten rebounds. Jetvig also posted one blocked shot. This is Jetvig's second double-double of the season, but vastly improved on her 15 points and 10 rebounds against Southern Indiana and 22 points and 8 rebounds in the win over Queens at the Grand Canyon/Crowne Plaza Tournament in Phoenix, A.Z.
The Dragons will begin NSIC play on Dec. 3 at Bemidji State University and their next home contest is Dec. 7 against the Blue Hawks from Dickinson State (N.D.) at 6 p.m. in Nemzek Fieldhouse.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
BSU and BREC announce ticket specials for men’s hockey Nov. 26-27
BEMIDJI, Minn. -- Bemidji State University, BSU men’s hockey and the Bemidji Regional Event Center have announced several ticket specials for this weekend’s nonconference series with Northern Michigan University.
In an effort to help restock the Bemidji Community Food Shelf this holiday season, BSU and the BREC will discount single-game tickets for Friday or Saturday $5 to all Beaver hockey fans that donate a non-perishable food item at the BREC box office a the time of ticket purchase. The Bemidji Community Food Shelf provides emergency food to Beltrami County families and/or individuals who have short term, emergency food needs.
In addition, high school or college students that present a valid school/university ID at the box office at the time of purchase will be eligible to purchase a $5 ticket to sit in the Bemidji State student section either evening.
Finally, Saturday, Nov. 27 is Bemidji Youth Hockey Night at the BREC. Area youth hockey players wearing their team jerseys can purchase single-game tickets for just $12. The youth are also invited to bring their skates to “Skate with the Beavers” immediately following the game.
In an effort to help restock the Bemidji Community Food Shelf this holiday season, BSU and the BREC will discount single-game tickets for Friday or Saturday $5 to all Beaver hockey fans that donate a non-perishable food item at the BREC box office a the time of ticket purchase. The Bemidji Community Food Shelf provides emergency food to Beltrami County families and/or individuals who have short term, emergency food needs.
In addition, high school or college students that present a valid school/university ID at the box office at the time of purchase will be eligible to purchase a $5 ticket to sit in the Bemidji State student section either evening.
Finally, Saturday, Nov. 27 is Bemidji Youth Hockey Night at the BREC. Area youth hockey players wearing their team jerseys can purchase single-game tickets for just $12. The youth are also invited to bring their skates to “Skate with the Beavers” immediately following the game.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
UND has six selections to All-Great West team
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - University of North Dakota senior outside linebacker Ryan Kasowski has been named to the 2010 All-Great West Conference first team, one of six Fighting Sioux who earned all-conference honors in vote of the league's coaches.
It was the second straight first-team selection for Kasowski, a Grand Forks, N.D., native who appeared in all 11 games and recorded 48 tackles (29 solo), seven tackles-for-loss, three sacks and two quarterback hurries in 2010.
UND's five other All-GWC selections were all named to the second team, including: defensive lineman Ty Boyle (Sr., International Falls, Minn.), wide receiver Greg Hardin (RFr., Bellevue, Neb.), inside linebacker Dan Hendrickson (Jr., Minot, N.D.), running back Josh Murray (Jr., Pepin, Wis.) and defensive back Joel Schwenzfeier (Sr., Hallock, Minn.).
Boyle recorded a career-high 38 tackles (16 solo) in 11 games in 2010, adding 3.5 tackles-for-loss, one sack, one interception, two quarterback hurries and two pass breakups. He recently accepted an invitation to play in the FCS Senior Scout Bowl next month in Hillburn, N.Y.
Hardin enjoyed a spectacular freshman season, leading the Sioux in receptions (41), receiving yards (736), touchdown receptions (nine) and total touchdowns (10). He recorded three 100-yard receiving games, including the two biggest single-game freshman totals in Sioux history: 177 yards vs. Northwestern State (Sept. 25) and 171 yards at Southern Illinois (Sept. 11).
In his first year as a starter, Hendrickson led the Sioux in tackles (78) and solo tackles (24), tied for the team lead with eight tackles-for-loss and tied for second with 3.5 sacks. He also registered two pass breakups and two quarterback hurries.
Murray appeared in 11 games, starting nine, and led the Sioux with 1,165 all-purpose yards. He ran for a team-leading 670 yards and four touchdowns while averaging 5.5 yards per carry, and added 32 receptions for 237 yards, both of which ranked second on the team.
Schwenzfeier tied for the Great West Conference lead with four interceptions and finished his career tied for eighth all-time at UND with 11. A third-year starter at strong safety in 2010, Schwenzfeier also recorded 42 tackles (24) solo, 2.5 tackles-for-loss, three pass breakups and one blocked punt.
An additional five Sioux were named All-GWC honorable mention: defensive back Kris Ankenbauer (Sr., Murphy, Texas), defensive lineman Ross Brenneman (So., Omaha, Neb.), punter Brett Cameron (So., Winnipeg, Manitoba), outside linebacker Ross Cochran (Sr., Kenosha, Wis.) and offensive lineman Keith Queoff (Sr., Milwaukee, Wis.).
It was the second straight first-team selection for Kasowski, a Grand Forks, N.D., native who appeared in all 11 games and recorded 48 tackles (29 solo), seven tackles-for-loss, three sacks and two quarterback hurries in 2010.
UND's five other All-GWC selections were all named to the second team, including: defensive lineman Ty Boyle (Sr., International Falls, Minn.), wide receiver Greg Hardin (RFr., Bellevue, Neb.), inside linebacker Dan Hendrickson (Jr., Minot, N.D.), running back Josh Murray (Jr., Pepin, Wis.) and defensive back Joel Schwenzfeier (Sr., Hallock, Minn.).
Boyle recorded a career-high 38 tackles (16 solo) in 11 games in 2010, adding 3.5 tackles-for-loss, one sack, one interception, two quarterback hurries and two pass breakups. He recently accepted an invitation to play in the FCS Senior Scout Bowl next month in Hillburn, N.Y.
Hardin enjoyed a spectacular freshman season, leading the Sioux in receptions (41), receiving yards (736), touchdown receptions (nine) and total touchdowns (10). He recorded three 100-yard receiving games, including the two biggest single-game freshman totals in Sioux history: 177 yards vs. Northwestern State (Sept. 25) and 171 yards at Southern Illinois (Sept. 11).
In his first year as a starter, Hendrickson led the Sioux in tackles (78) and solo tackles (24), tied for the team lead with eight tackles-for-loss and tied for second with 3.5 sacks. He also registered two pass breakups and two quarterback hurries.
Murray appeared in 11 games, starting nine, and led the Sioux with 1,165 all-purpose yards. He ran for a team-leading 670 yards and four touchdowns while averaging 5.5 yards per carry, and added 32 receptions for 237 yards, both of which ranked second on the team.
Schwenzfeier tied for the Great West Conference lead with four interceptions and finished his career tied for eighth all-time at UND with 11. A third-year starter at strong safety in 2010, Schwenzfeier also recorded 42 tackles (24) solo, 2.5 tackles-for-loss, three pass breakups and one blocked punt.
An additional five Sioux were named All-GWC honorable mention: defensive back Kris Ankenbauer (Sr., Murphy, Texas), defensive lineman Ross Brenneman (So., Omaha, Neb.), punter Brett Cameron (So., Winnipeg, Manitoba), outside linebacker Ross Cochran (Sr., Kenosha, Wis.) and offensive lineman Keith Queoff (Sr., Milwaukee, Wis.).
Abby Cleveland Signs National Letter of Intent with UMC
Crookston, Minn.)- University of Minnesota, Crookston head women's volleyball coach Lee Anderson announced today the signing of Abby Cleveland to a National Letter of Intent to play for the Golden Eagles
in 2011.
Cleveland is a 6-0, middle hitter, from Andover High School in the North West Suburban Conference. She was a section champion and state participant in her sophomore, junior and senior seasons. She was named the team's rookie of the year and was selected as an All-State Academic Award winner.
"Abby is a physical middle hitter who is excellent on the slide approach. She comes from an outstanding high school program with a winning tradition and that experience will serve her well at UMC," says Coach Anderson. "We are very excited that Abby decided to pursue her goals as a member of the Golden Eagle Volleyball family."
Cleveland plans to major in criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. She is the daughter of Tom and Diane Cleveland.
in 2011.
Cleveland is a 6-0, middle hitter, from Andover High School in the North West Suburban Conference. She was a section champion and state participant in her sophomore, junior and senior seasons. She was named the team's rookie of the year and was selected as an All-State Academic Award winner.
"Abby is a physical middle hitter who is excellent on the slide approach. She comes from an outstanding high school program with a winning tradition and that experience will serve her well at UMC," says Coach Anderson. "We are very excited that Abby decided to pursue her goals as a member of the Golden Eagle Volleyball family."
Cleveland plans to major in criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. She is the daughter of Tom and Diane Cleveland.
Monday, November 22, 2010
MSU-M Dragons Men's BB schedule
MOORHEAD, Minn. - The Minnesota State University Moorhead men's basketball team (2-0) will travel across the street to their cross town rival Concordia Cobbers (Minn.) on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. It will mark the first time in Head Coach Chad Walthall's career that he will face off against his alma mater.
THE SERIES
The Dragons lead the all-time series 99-80. The Cobbers took the 2009 meeting on a last second shot 54-53.
LAST MEETING RECAP (at MSUM)
In the first half, the Dragons managed to gain the lead twice but neither squad jumped out to more than a two possession lead. After a quick Cobber run towards the end of the half, sophomore Andrew VanHavermaet made his first three point shot of the game to end the Cobbers momentum at halftime and the Dragons cut the lead down to three.
VanHavermaet stepped up in the second half, going 4-5 from beyond the arc in an effort to rally his team. After a jump shot by sophomore Jake Driscoll that tied the game with 7:33 left to play, the lead switched hands eight more times with no lead going past one possession. The Dragons took the lead on a pair of Driscoll free throws but a last second shot by Cobbers junior forward John Fraase gave the lead back to Concordia. The Cobbers would hold on after a jump ball with 1.3 seconds left. The scoreboard final was 54-53.
UP NEXT
The Dragons will return to Alex Nemzek Fieldhouse on Sun., Nov. 28 to host Gustavus Adolphus at 4 p.m.
THE SERIES
The Dragons lead the all-time series 99-80. The Cobbers took the 2009 meeting on a last second shot 54-53.
LAST MEETING RECAP (at MSUM)
In the first half, the Dragons managed to gain the lead twice but neither squad jumped out to more than a two possession lead. After a quick Cobber run towards the end of the half, sophomore Andrew VanHavermaet made his first three point shot of the game to end the Cobbers momentum at halftime and the Dragons cut the lead down to three.
VanHavermaet stepped up in the second half, going 4-5 from beyond the arc in an effort to rally his team. After a jump shot by sophomore Jake Driscoll that tied the game with 7:33 left to play, the lead switched hands eight more times with no lead going past one possession. The Dragons took the lead on a pair of Driscoll free throws but a last second shot by Cobbers junior forward John Fraase gave the lead back to Concordia. The Cobbers would hold on after a jump ball with 1.3 seconds left. The scoreboard final was 54-53.
UP NEXT
The Dragons will return to Alex Nemzek Fieldhouse on Sun., Nov. 28 to host Gustavus Adolphus at 4 p.m.
UMC Men's Basketball schedule
(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Men’s Basketball team returns to action on Tuesday, November 23 and Saturday, November 27. The Golden Eagles will travel to Mayville State University on Tuesday and host Cross Roads College in their home opener on Saturday. Tip-offs will take place at 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. respectively.
Golden Eagles @ Mayville State University Tuesday, November 23rd at 7 p.m.
The Comets have an overall record of 3-1 after dropping a 77-73 decision at Minnesota State University Moorhead on Friday evening. Going into their game against the Dragons, Mayville State University was led by Shavonte Samuels who was averaging 23.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. Wiley Jiles was averaging 14.7 points and seven rebounds per game. Ross Aman was averaging 11.3 points and 9.3 rebounds per game while Adam Edwards was averaging 10.7 points per game.
Golden Eagles vs. Cross Roads College Saturday, November 27th 2 p.m.
The Knights have an overall record of 2-4 after dropping an 82-54 decision at Ashford University on Tuesday. No other information is available.
Golden Eagles @ Mayville State University Tuesday, November 23rd at 7 p.m.
The Comets have an overall record of 3-1 after dropping a 77-73 decision at Minnesota State University Moorhead on Friday evening. Going into their game against the Dragons, Mayville State University was led by Shavonte Samuels who was averaging 23.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. Wiley Jiles was averaging 14.7 points and seven rebounds per game. Ross Aman was averaging 11.3 points and 9.3 rebounds per game while Adam Edwards was averaging 10.7 points per game.
Golden Eagles vs. Cross Roads College Saturday, November 27th 2 p.m.
The Knights have an overall record of 2-4 after dropping an 82-54 decision at Ashford University on Tuesday. No other information is available.
UMC Women's Basketball schedule
(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women’s
Basketball team travels to warmer climates this week as they play Barry
University in Miami, Fla. The non-conference game with the Buccaneers is
scheduled for Wednesday, November 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Barry University is 2-2 on the season. The Buccaneers are led by Shanna
Suttington who is averaging 13 points/game through the first four games.
She also leads the team in assists and steals. Nadia Tijani leads the
team in boards with 26 and in turnovers with 10.
The Golden Eagles open the NSIC season on Friday, December 3 when the
team travels to Duluth to play the Bulldogs. Tip-off is scheduled for
6:00 p.m.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at:
http://www.goldeneaglesports.com .
Basketball team travels to warmer climates this week as they play Barry
University in Miami, Fla. The non-conference game with the Buccaneers is
scheduled for Wednesday, November 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Barry University is 2-2 on the season. The Buccaneers are led by Shanna
Suttington who is averaging 13 points/game through the first four games.
She also leads the team in assists and steals. Nadia Tijani leads the
team in boards with 26 and in turnovers with 10.
The Golden Eagles open the NSIC season on Friday, December 3 when the
team travels to Duluth to play the Bulldogs. Tip-off is scheduled for
6:00 p.m.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at:
http://www.goldeneaglesports.com
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Three Wolves Players Featured On 2011 All-Star Ballot
Minneapolis/St. Paul – The 2011 NBA All-Star Ballot was unveiled today during a special tip-off event in Los Angeles, the Official Host City of NBA All-Star 2011. Michael Beasley, Corey Brewer and Kevin Love will represent the Timberwolves on the ballot as fans worldwide have the opportunity to vote for their favorite players as starters for the 60th NBA All-Star Game. The 2011 NBA All-Star Game, which will air live on TNT and ESPN Radio in the U.S., and reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories in more than 40 languages, will be played at STAPLES Center on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011.
Beasley currently ranks 15th in the NBA in scoring at 22.0 points per game and has topped 25 points in each of his last five outings, the first such streak by a Wolves player in over a decade. He poured in a career-best 42 at Sacramento on Nov. 10, becoming the youngest player in franchise history with a 40-point game, and has surpassed 30 three times this season. Last night, Beasle y capped a 33-point night with the game-winning jumper from the elbow in the closing seconds.
Brewer has now scored in double figures in eight of his last nine games, averaging 11.6 points per game over that span. He's also swiped at least two steals in five of the last six games (10 of 13 on the season) and ranks seventh in the league at 2.15 thefts per game. A candidate for the league's Most Improved Award last season, Brewer more than doubled his previous career scoring average by tallying 13.0 points per game in his third season, and also established a new club record by hitting at least one three-pointer in 33 consecutive games.
Love is the league's leading rebounder at 14.3 boards per game and his nine double-doubles on the season trail only the Lakers' Pau Gasol (10). Love tallied career highs of 31 points and a franchise-record 31 rebounds in the Nov. 12 win over New York, becoming just the 19th player in league history to record a 30/30 game and the first since Moses Malone in 1982. Three days earlier, Love posted 23 points, 24 rebounds and five assists in a narrow defeat to the Lakers to become the youngest player with a 20/20/5 game since Shaquille O'Neal in 1993.
Beasley, Brewer and Love are all looking for their first NBA All-Star Game appearance.
Balloting for Wolves fans starts in-arena tomorrow night when the Wolves host the Los Angeles Lakers at 7 p.m. Fans can cast their votes at each NBA arena; in 20 languages on NBA.com; and through mobile phones by texting the player's last nam e to 6-9-6-2-2 ("MYNBA") or by visiting m.nba.com on any wireless carrier. Balloting will conclude Jan. 23, with the starters announced live on TNT on Jan. 27 during a special one-hour pregame show at 7 pm ET featuring Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith.
The NBA All-Star ballot lists 120 players – 60 each from the Eastern and Western conferences – with 24 guards, 24 forwards, and 12 centers from each conference comprising the list. Voters select two guards, two forwards and one center from each conference. The 120 players on the ballot were selected by a panel of media who regularly cover the NBA: J.A. Adande (ESPN.com), Marv Albert (TNT), Art Garcia (NBA.com) Marc Spears (Yahoo! Sports), Doug Smith (The Toronto Star) and Ian Thomsen (Sports Illustrated).
NBA All-Star 2011 in Los Angeles will bring together some of the most talented and passionate players in the league’s history for a global celebration of the game. The week leading up to the 60th NBA All-Star Game will feature a full slate of community-enhancing activities, fan festivals and events, including the NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service, the T-Mobile Rookie Challenge & Youth Jam, and NBA All-Star Saturday Night presented by State Farm. NBA All-Star Jam Session presented by adidas, the hugely successful interactive basketball celebration, will return to the Los Angeles Convention Center. Los Angeles and the STAPLES Center will host NBA All-Star 2011, marking the fifth time The City of Angels and the second time STAPLES Center will be the site of the annual celebration. STAPLES Center last played host to NBA All-Star in 2004, and L.A. also hosted the All-Star Game in 1963, 1972, and 1983.
Beasley currently ranks 15th in the NBA in scoring at 22.0 points per game and has topped 25 points in each of his last five outings, the first such streak by a Wolves player in over a decade. He poured in a career-best 42 at Sacramento on Nov. 10, becoming the youngest player in franchise history with a 40-point game, and has surpassed 30 three times this season. Last night, Beasle y capped a 33-point night with the game-winning jumper from the elbow in the closing seconds.
Brewer has now scored in double figures in eight of his last nine games, averaging 11.6 points per game over that span. He's also swiped at least two steals in five of the last six games (10 of 13 on the season) and ranks seventh in the league at 2.15 thefts per game. A candidate for the league's Most Improved Award last season, Brewer more than doubled his previous career scoring average by tallying 13.0 points per game in his third season, and also established a new club record by hitting at least one three-pointer in 33 consecutive games.
Love is the league's leading rebounder at 14.3 boards per game and his nine double-doubles on the season trail only the Lakers' Pau Gasol (10). Love tallied career highs of 31 points and a franchise-record 31 rebounds in the Nov. 12 win over New York, becoming just the 19th player in league history to record a 30/30 game and the first since Moses Malone in 1982. Three days earlier, Love posted 23 points, 24 rebounds and five assists in a narrow defeat to the Lakers to become the youngest player with a 20/20/5 game since Shaquille O'Neal in 1993.
Beasley, Brewer and Love are all looking for their first NBA All-Star Game appearance.
Balloting for Wolves fans starts in-arena tomorrow night when the Wolves host the Los Angeles Lakers at 7 p.m. Fans can cast their votes at each NBA arena; in 20 languages on NBA.com; and through mobile phones by texting the player's last nam e to 6-9-6-2-2 ("MYNBA") or by visiting m.nba.com on any wireless carrier. Balloting will conclude Jan. 23, with the starters announced live on TNT on Jan. 27 during a special one-hour pregame show at 7 pm ET featuring Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith.
The NBA All-Star ballot lists 120 players – 60 each from the Eastern and Western conferences – with 24 guards, 24 forwards, and 12 centers from each conference comprising the list. Voters select two guards, two forwards and one center from each conference. The 120 players on the ballot were selected by a panel of media who regularly cover the NBA: J.A. Adande (ESPN.com), Marv Albert (TNT), Art Garcia (NBA.com) Marc Spears (Yahoo! Sports), Doug Smith (The Toronto Star) and Ian Thomsen (Sports Illustrated).
NBA All-Star 2011 in Los Angeles will bring together some of the most talented and passionate players in the league’s history for a global celebration of the game. The week leading up to the 60th NBA All-Star Game will feature a full slate of community-enhancing activities, fan festivals and events, including the NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service, the T-Mobile Rookie Challenge & Youth Jam, and NBA All-Star Saturday Night presented by State Farm. NBA All-Star Jam Session presented by adidas, the hugely successful interactive basketball celebration, will return to the Los Angeles Convention Center. Los Angeles and the STAPLES Center will host NBA All-Star 2011, marking the fifth time The City of Angels and the second time STAPLES Center will be the site of the annual celebration. STAPLES Center last played host to NBA All-Star in 2004, and L.A. also hosted the All-Star Game in 1963, 1972, and 1983.
Men's Hockey - UND at UNO game notes
#8 North Dakota (7-4-1, 6-2-0 wcha)at #4 Nebraska Omaha
(8-1-1, 5-0-1 wcha)
Nov. 19-20, 2010 • 7:37/7:07 pm CT • Qwest Center Omaha (15,595) • Omaha, Neb.
THIS WEEK: Eighth-ranked North Dakota (7-4-1, 6-2-0 WCHA) returns to the road to face fourth-ranked Nebraska Omaha (8-1-1, 5-0-1 WCHA) on Friday and Saturday at the Qwest Center.
It will be the first-ever meetings in hockey between the two schools, who are former North Central Conference rivals in all other sports.
UND enters the series in second place in the WCHA with 12 points, one point behind first-place Minnesota Duluth and one point ahead of third-place UNO and Denver.
(8-1-1, 5-0-1 wcha)
Nov. 19-20, 2010 • 7:37/7:07 pm CT • Qwest Center Omaha (15,595) • Omaha, Neb.
THIS WEEK: Eighth-ranked North Dakota (7-4-1, 6-2-0 WCHA) returns to the road to face fourth-ranked Nebraska Omaha (8-1-1, 5-0-1 WCHA) on Friday and Saturday at the Qwest Center.
It will be the first-ever meetings in hockey between the two schools, who are former North Central Conference rivals in all other sports.
UND enters the series in second place in the WCHA with 12 points, one point behind first-place Minnesota Duluth and one point ahead of third-place UNO and Denver.
Bemidji State inks two during early signing period
BEMIDJI, Minn. - The Bemidji State University men's ice hockey
program today announced the signing of defensemen Matt Prapavessis
(Oakville, Ontario) and Sam Windle (Maple Grove, Minn.) to National
Letters of Intent. Both signed NCAA National Letters of Intent with the
Beavers during the early signing period and will join the Bemidji State
program for the 2011-12 campaign.
Prapavessis, a six-foot, two-inch blueliner for the United State Hockey
League's (USHL) Lincoln Stars and the addition of the 6-4 Windle, a
defenseman for the Chicago Steel, also of the USHL, brings an obvious
increase in sheer size to the BSU line up for 2010-11.
"Both Matt Prapavessis and Sam Windle bring great length, talent, and
presence to our blue line," said BSU assistant coach and recruiting
coordinator Ted Belisle. "They both are talented defenders with USHL
experience and we are excited to welcome them to Beaver Hockey."
Matt Prapavessis (D, 6-2, 189; 6/1/1991; Oakville, Ontario) is in his
first year with Lincoln and through 12 games, he has netted two goals
and four assists for six points to lead all Stars' defensemen, while
he is tied for the team's lead with a pair of power-play goals.
A true offensive threat from the blue line, Prapavessis has recorded a
point in five of his first 11 games with the Stars, which includes a
season-high two-point (1-1=2) night Oct. 8 and a game-wining goal versus
Windle and Chicago Oct. 23. He has posted an assist in each of the
Stars̢۪ last two outings helping to extend the team's winning streak
to four games. At 7-5-0, Lincoln currently sits fifth in the USHL's
Western Conference but is just four points off the pace set by
first-place Dubuque.
Prior to this season, Prapavessis spent two seasons with the
Mississauga Chargers of the Ontario Junior Hockey League. During his
time in the OJHL, he piled up 14-63=77 points, which included a
career-best 43 points (8-35=43) in 49 games to rank fourth on the
Chargers roster in 2009-10.
"Matt comes to us from Lincoln where he has had a great start to his
first year in the USHL," said Belisle. â€Å“He possesses a good ability
to run the power-play from the blue line and has the knack of creating
offense for his teammates whenever he has the puck. We are certainly
excited about his potential."
Sam Windle (D, 6-4, 200; 3/10/1992; Maple Grove, Minn.) is in his
first season with Chicago and has posted 1-1=2 points to rank second
among Steel defensemen after just 10 games played.
Windle's goal this season came in just his third game in the USHL and
stood as the decisive goal in a 2-1 victory versus Indiana. The
blueliner has posted a negative plus/minus rating in only two games this
season and carries a +5 rating into the Steels' Nov. 19 game versus
Cedar Rapids.
Windle was also selected to participate in the 2010 World Junior A
Challenge Nov. 8-14 in Princeton, British Columbia, where he helped the
United States Junior Select team to a perfect 5-0-0 record en route to
capturing the gold medal.
Windle is ranked 19th in a recent release of NHL Central Scouting's
rankings of Tier I Junior A leagues in North America, setting the future
Beavers up as a potential NHL pick in the upcoming draft.
A native of Maple Grove, Minn., Windle played high school hockey for
former Beaver captain Mark Phenow (1998-2001) at Osseo High School,
where he recorded seven goals and 19 assists for 26 points, finished the
season with a plus/minus rating of +32 and scored in 12 of the first 14
games as a junior. He helped lead the Orioles to fifth place in the
North Suburban Conference and a trip to the sectional playoffs with an
overall record of 15-9-3 in 2009-10.
Listed at 6-4, Windle will be one of just four players on record at BSU
to measure over 6-3--a group that includes BSU great Joel Otto
(1980-84). Windle also joins a group of seven current Beavers that hail
from the state of Minnesota.
"Windle is an exciting prospect that is blooming as a player right
now." Belisle added, "He is a tall, athletic defenseman who has the
necessary skills to be very successful in the WCHA. As a defenseman
that can play in any situation, we are excited about his talent and we
are very happy to have him as a part of our program."
Prapavessis and Windle are the 19th and 20th early-period signees at
Bemidji State since the program made the jump to Division I in 1999.
That group includes senior Matt Read (F, Ilderton, Ontario), junior
Darcy Findlay (F., Bristol, Quebec), sophomores Jordan George (F,
Madison, Wis.), Matt Hartmann (F, Hugo, Minn.) and Aaron McLeod (F,
Ottawa, Ontario) and freshmen Radoslav Illo (F, Bystrica, Slovakia) and
Jeff Jubinville (F, Edmonton, Alberta).
The Beavers (2-5-1; 2-5-1 WCHA) continue Western Collegiate Hockey
Association play this weekend as they travel to No. 14 University of
Denver for the first league series between the teams. The two-game set
will begin Friday at 8:35 p.m. (CST) with the finale scheduled for an
8:05 p.m. opening face off Saturday.
program today announced the signing of defensemen Matt Prapavessis
(Oakville, Ontario) and Sam Windle (Maple Grove, Minn.) to National
Letters of Intent. Both signed NCAA National Letters of Intent with the
Beavers during the early signing period and will join the Bemidji State
program for the 2011-12 campaign.
Prapavessis, a six-foot, two-inch blueliner for the United State Hockey
League's (USHL) Lincoln Stars and the addition of the 6-4 Windle, a
defenseman for the Chicago Steel, also of the USHL, brings an obvious
increase in sheer size to the BSU line up for 2010-11.
"Both Matt Prapavessis and Sam Windle bring great length, talent, and
presence to our blue line," said BSU assistant coach and recruiting
coordinator Ted Belisle. "They both are talented defenders with USHL
experience and we are excited to welcome them to Beaver Hockey."
Matt Prapavessis (D, 6-2, 189; 6/1/1991; Oakville, Ontario) is in his
first year with Lincoln and through 12 games, he has netted two goals
and four assists for six points to lead all Stars' defensemen, while
he is tied for the team's lead with a pair of power-play goals.
A true offensive threat from the blue line, Prapavessis has recorded a
point in five of his first 11 games with the Stars, which includes a
season-high two-point (1-1=2) night Oct. 8 and a game-wining goal versus
Windle and Chicago Oct. 23. He has posted an assist in each of the
Stars̢۪ last two outings helping to extend the team's winning streak
to four games. At 7-5-0, Lincoln currently sits fifth in the USHL's
Western Conference but is just four points off the pace set by
first-place Dubuque.
Prior to this season, Prapavessis spent two seasons with the
Mississauga Chargers of the Ontario Junior Hockey League. During his
time in the OJHL, he piled up 14-63=77 points, which included a
career-best 43 points (8-35=43) in 49 games to rank fourth on the
Chargers roster in 2009-10.
"Matt comes to us from Lincoln where he has had a great start to his
first year in the USHL," said Belisle. â€Å“He possesses a good ability
to run the power-play from the blue line and has the knack of creating
offense for his teammates whenever he has the puck. We are certainly
excited about his potential."
Sam Windle (D, 6-4, 200; 3/10/1992; Maple Grove, Minn.) is in his
first season with Chicago and has posted 1-1=2 points to rank second
among Steel defensemen after just 10 games played.
Windle's goal this season came in just his third game in the USHL and
stood as the decisive goal in a 2-1 victory versus Indiana. The
blueliner has posted a negative plus/minus rating in only two games this
season and carries a +5 rating into the Steels' Nov. 19 game versus
Cedar Rapids.
Windle was also selected to participate in the 2010 World Junior A
Challenge Nov. 8-14 in Princeton, British Columbia, where he helped the
United States Junior Select team to a perfect 5-0-0 record en route to
capturing the gold medal.
Windle is ranked 19th in a recent release of NHL Central Scouting's
rankings of Tier I Junior A leagues in North America, setting the future
Beavers up as a potential NHL pick in the upcoming draft.
A native of Maple Grove, Minn., Windle played high school hockey for
former Beaver captain Mark Phenow (1998-2001) at Osseo High School,
where he recorded seven goals and 19 assists for 26 points, finished the
season with a plus/minus rating of +32 and scored in 12 of the first 14
games as a junior. He helped lead the Orioles to fifth place in the
North Suburban Conference and a trip to the sectional playoffs with an
overall record of 15-9-3 in 2009-10.
Listed at 6-4, Windle will be one of just four players on record at BSU
to measure over 6-3--a group that includes BSU great Joel Otto
(1980-84). Windle also joins a group of seven current Beavers that hail
from the state of Minnesota.
"Windle is an exciting prospect that is blooming as a player right
now." Belisle added, "He is a tall, athletic defenseman who has the
necessary skills to be very successful in the WCHA. As a defenseman
that can play in any situation, we are excited about his talent and we
are very happy to have him as a part of our program."
Prapavessis and Windle are the 19th and 20th early-period signees at
Bemidji State since the program made the jump to Division I in 1999.
That group includes senior Matt Read (F, Ilderton, Ontario), junior
Darcy Findlay (F., Bristol, Quebec), sophomores Jordan George (F,
Madison, Wis.), Matt Hartmann (F, Hugo, Minn.) and Aaron McLeod (F,
Ottawa, Ontario) and freshmen Radoslav Illo (F, Bystrica, Slovakia) and
Jeff Jubinville (F, Edmonton, Alberta).
The Beavers (2-5-1; 2-5-1 WCHA) continue Western Collegiate Hockey
Association play this weekend as they travel to No. 14 University of
Denver for the first league series between the teams. The two-game set
will begin Friday at 8:35 p.m. (CST) with the finale scheduled for an
8:05 p.m. opening face off Saturday.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
NSIC Recognizes Three Golden Eagle Football Players with All-Conference Honors
The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) has announced that three UM-Crookston Golden Eagle Football players earned All-Conference recognition following the 2010 season. Cecil Brown (DB, 5-10, 205, So., Edison, Ga.), Cody Hendrickson (DB, 5-10, 185, Jr., Wright, Minn.) and Scott Steuck (OL, 6-6, 290, Jr., Dassel, Minn.) were all recognized as NSIC North All-Conference Honorable Mention team members.
Brown started in all 11 games for the Golden Eagles. He led the defense in tackles with 92 (46 solo, 46 assisted), over 30 more than the next UMC defender. The 92 tackles earned him the fourth spot on the single season tackles list. He earned 1.5 tackles for a loss, grabbed one interception for 32 yards, broke-up two passes and defended three passes.
Hendrickson started in all eleven games this season. He finished second on the team in tackles with 60 (43 solo, 17 assisted) and led the team with four interceptions for 81 yards. The four interceptions tied him for third place on the single season record list. He broke up four passes and defended against eight others.
Steuck started in all eleven games this season at the left tackle position on an offensive line that was decimated by injuries. He was the key blocker for the Golden Eagle running attack that accumulated 1,157 yards and averaged over 100 yards per game.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.
Brown started in all 11 games for the Golden Eagles. He led the defense in tackles with 92 (46 solo, 46 assisted), over 30 more than the next UMC defender. The 92 tackles earned him the fourth spot on the single season tackles list. He earned 1.5 tackles for a loss, grabbed one interception for 32 yards, broke-up two passes and defended three passes.
Hendrickson started in all eleven games this season. He finished second on the team in tackles with 60 (43 solo, 17 assisted) and led the team with four interceptions for 81 yards. The four interceptions tied him for third place on the single season record list. He broke up four passes and defended against eight others.
Steuck started in all eleven games this season at the left tackle position on an offensive line that was decimated by injuries. He was the key blocker for the Golden Eagle running attack that accumulated 1,157 yards and averaged over 100 yards per game.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.
Elite Baseball Academy
** Notes From The Elite Baseball Academy **
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Burlington, ND
·Saturday, November 27 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
·Sunday, November 28 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
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Freeman, SD
Saturday, December 4 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
Saturday, December 4 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
Willmar, MN
Sunday, December 5, – Midwest Professional CATCHER-ONLY Camp
East Grand Forks, MN
Saturday, December 11 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
Saturday, December 11 – Catcher & Infield Professional Skills Camp
Sunday, December 12 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
Oregon, WI
Sunday, December 19 – Pitcher & Catcher Professional Instruction Camp
Check our website for more details at www.elitebaseballacademy.com.
We are thrilled to announce that we will be returning to the Minot, ND area for our annual THANKSGIVING WEEKEND baseball camps! In BURLINGTON, ND we will have our YOUTH Skills Camp on Saturday, November 27 and our “ENERGY TRANSFER” PROFESSIONAL HITTING CAMP on Sunday, November 28.
SIGN UP ONLINE TODAY!
Take advantage of the Thanksgiving weekend by attending one of our high energy baseball camps in Burlington, ND! We look forward to working with you on your baseball skills.
Burlington, ND
·Saturday, November 27 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
·Sunday, November 28 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
Online Registration and registration forms are posted on our website: www.elitebaseballacademy.com.
Freeman, SD
Saturday, December 4 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
Saturday, December 4 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
Willmar, MN
Sunday, December 5, – Midwest Professional CATCHER-ONLY Camp
East Grand Forks, MN
Saturday, December 11 – “The Big Three” YOUTH Skills Camp
Saturday, December 11 – Catcher & Infield Professional Skills Camp
Sunday, December 12 – “Energy Transfer” Professional Hitting Camp
Oregon, WI
Sunday, December 19 – Pitcher & Catcher Professional Instruction Camp
Check our website for more details at www.elitebaseballacademy.com.
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