Club Briefs
Published on April 7, 2009 by Justin Hobday
Roller Hockey team competes in nationals
Successful inaugural season comes to a close
The KSU roller hockey team completed a successful inaugural season after competing in a national tournament in Philadelphia over the weekend.
The Owls went 1-3 with a 12-6 win over the University of Texas-Dallas. Included in their three losses was a tightly fought contest against Westchester, who was last year’s national runner-up.
“Considering we were one of the few, if not the only, first year team at the event, we were very satisfied with the results,” said team captain Ricky Schneider.
KSU goalie Cole Dye recorded 33 saves in the game against Westchester, and finished the year second in the Southeast in goals against average.
The Owls finished the regular season 11-3-2, and were one of 16 teams out of 66 total teams to be invited to the tournament.
Matthew Schmidt led the team with 43 points on the year with 23 goals and 20 assists.
“I think we definitely surpassed not only our own expectations but the expectations of the collegiate roller hockey community as a whole,” said Schneider. “I believe the team has established an excellent base for the future and will improve by leaps and bounds next year.”
The team will reconvene in August to prepare for their second season of competition. All information about the team can be found at www.ksurollerhockey.com.
LAX suffers first loss
The men’s lacrosse team took their first loss of the year, 15-5, to Tennessee Wesleyan Saturday, April 4.
The Bulldogs scored early and often to take a 6-1 lead after one quarter of play, and they held a 9-2 advantage by halftime.
Charles Roland led the way for the Owls with a goal and two assists.
KSU had trouble retaining possession of the ball as the Bulldogs dominated faceoffs and tracked down more of the loose balls.
The Owls need a victory against Emory to force a three-way tie for first place. The top two teams based on goals given up will earn the two playoff spots.
KSU will travel to take on Emory Friday, April 10 at 7 p.m.
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