Amber
gnatzig
AU G U S T 22 Fri. RHODE ISLAND
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
7:30 p.m.
24 Sun. McNEESE STATE
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
6:00 p.m.
29 Fri. NORTH CAROLINA
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
6:00 p.m.
31 Sun. INDIANA
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
1:30 p.m.
SEPTEMBER Hawthorn Suites Invitational hosted by Virginia Tech 5 Fri.
Kristin
ARNOLD
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Va.
Virginia Tech Soccer Stadium
5:00 p.m.
7 Sun. Wake Forest
Blacksburg, Va.
Virginia Tech Soccer Stadium
10:00 a.m.
12 Fri. PRINCETON
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
7:30 p.m.
19 Fri. CALIFORNIA
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
7:30 p.m.
21 Sun.
Houston, Texas
Rice Track/Soccer Stadium
Rice
Noon
26 Fri.
• Texas State Farm Lone Star Showdown Austin, Texas
Mike A. Myers Stadium
7:00 p.m.
28 Sun.
• Baylor
Betty Lou Mays Field
7:00 p.m.
Waco, Texas
O C TO B E R 3 Fri.
• OKLAHOMA STATE
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
7:30 p.m.
5 Sun.
• OKLAHOMA
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
1:30 p.m.
10 Fri.
• NEBRASKA
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
7:30 p.m.
12 Sun.
• IOWA STATE
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
1:30 p.m.
17 Fri.
• Kansas
Lawrence, Kan.
Jayhawk Soccer Complex
4:00 p.m.
19 Sun.
• MISSOURI
COLLEGE STATION
Aggie Soccer Stadium
1:30 p.m.
24 Fri.
• Texas Tech
Lubbock, Texas
R.P. Fuller Stadium
7:00 p.m.
26 Sun.
• Colorado
Boulder, Colo.
Prentup Field
2:00 p.m.
N OV E M B E R Big 12 championship
November 5-9, Wednesday-Sunday San Antonio, Texas • Blossom Soccer Stadium Nicole
NCAA T O U R NAM E N T
ketchum
First & ............................................November 14-16 Second Rounds Friday-Sunday
Campus Sites to be Announced
Third Round....................................November 21-23 Campus Sites to be Announced Friday-Sunday Quarterfinals...................................November 28-30 Campus Sites to be Announced Friday-Sunday
deceMBER 2 0 0 8 W o m e n ’ s C o l l e g e Cu p SAS s o c c er pa r k c a ry, N . C .
Semifinals...............................December 5, Friday NCAA Championship.............December 7, Sunday BOLD FACE MAROON CAPS — Home Game
• — Conference Game
vs. — Neutral Site Game
All game times are Central Standard Time
All times are subject to change.
Laura Grace
ROBINSON
Micah
stephens
2 0 0 8 T E X A S A &M S O C C E R QUICK FACTS the university
Inside Front: 2008 Aggie Co-Captains / The 2008 Aggie Soccer Schedule Inside Back: The 2008 Aggie Seniors Back: Aggie Soccer: There’s No Place Like Home
welcome to aggieland — this is a & M soccer
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2 Big Time College Soccer
4 Game Day
6 Record Setting Crowds
8 Big Time Traditions
10 Best in the Big 12 12 Excellence at the National Level 13 Big Time Media Exposure 14 Building Champions – Coaching Staff 16 Building Champions – Support Staff 17 Training Facilities 18 Big-Time Facilities 20 Soccer Beyond the Playing Field
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The 2008 Aggies
Returning Players
32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60
Kat Armstrong Kristin Arnold Cydne Currie Natalie Currie Kelly Dyer Christy End Amber Gnatzig Inge Harding Whitney Hooper Nicole Ketchum Emily Peterson Sarah Pierson Laura Grace Robinson Rachel Shipley Micah Stephens
Newcomers 62 What Coach G. Says About the 2008 Newcomers 63 Rachael Balaguer / Shawn-tae Greene / Katie Hamilton 64 Becca Herrera / Jennifer Kmezich / Lisel Kraus
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2008 Opponents
Big 12 Conference 78 Big 12 Composite Schedule 80 Baylor / Colorado 81 Iowa State / Kansas 82 Missouri / Nebraska
big 12 conference
104 2007 Big 12 Statistics 105 All-Time Big 12 Season Statistics 106 Big 12 Tournament Records
83 Oklahoma / Oklahoma State
TEXAS A & M
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A World Class Institution 129 International Highlights / National Highlights 130 The Student Body / Courses & Degrees / Faculty / Research 131 University Leadership / Budgets & Funding / The Texas A&M University System
84 Texas / Texas Tech
Non-Conference 85 California / Indiana McNeese State / North Carolina / Princeton / Rhode Island
132 The Colleges 134 Aggie Traditions 136 Academic Services
86 Rice / Virginia Tech / Wake Forest
138 Academic Achievement 139 Career Services
140 Women’s Athletics 144 Premier Sports Venues 146 Student Rec Center
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Big 12 Tournament
HISTORY
65 Megan Majewski / Alyssa Mautz / Raven Tatum
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66 Beth West / Carly Wohlers / Bri Young 87
22 Aggie Soccer Philosophy
103
2008 Women’s College Cup
88 All-Time Record vs. Opponents
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147 Friendly Community 148 Sports Museum
From the Ground Up: The History of Aggie Women’s Soccer
110 Year-by-Year Results
117 Year-by-Year Leaders 118 Team Awards 119 All-Time Aggies 121 Individual Game Records
Staff & Admin. 2008 PREVIEW
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24 2008 Season Preview:
Winning Tradition Lasting Legacy
26 Position-by-Position 28 Numerical and Alphabetical Rosters/ Aggie Quick References 29 Numerical Picture Roster 30 2009 Summer Camps
68 70 71 72 73 74
123 Individual Career Records
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G. Guerrieri, Head Coach The Guerrieri File Year-by-Year Record Phil Stephenson, Assistant Coach Lori Stephenson, Assistant Coach Curt Magnuson, Dir. of Soccer Ops. Milton Overton, Assoc. AD Aggie Soccer Support Staff Dr. Elsa A. Murano, President Bill Byrne, Dir. of Athletics
75 The 12TH Man Foundation 76 NCAA Compliance
124 Team Game Records /
2007 REVIEW
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90 2007 Season Review: Aggies Set Conference Record with FourthStraight Big 12 Title 92 2007 Season Statistics 93 2007 Final Rankings 94 NCAA Individual Statistics 95 NCAA Team Statistics 96 2007 Game-by-Game Summaries
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
Head Coach: G. Guerrieri (Tulsa, 1985) Record at A&M: 255-73-14 (.766) 15 seasons Career Record: 271-85-14 (.751) 17 seasons Office Phone: (979) 862-4248 Best Time To Contact: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Assistant Coaches: Phil Stephenson (Lock Haven, 1987) Lori Stephenson (Methodist Coll., 1988) Academic Advisor: Moses Vakalahi Strength / Conditioning Coach: Paul Sealey Athletic Trainer: Jay Martin Director of Operations: Curt Magnuson
the statistics
115 Aggie Honor Roll
122 Individual Season Records
the staff
media info
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150 Media Information 151 Primary Media Outlets
Team Season Records
152 Soccer Terminology
125 Miscellaneous Records
154 Aggie Terminology
126 Aggie Soccer Stadium Records
156 Texas A&M Athletic Facilities Map
153 Referee Signals 155 Aggies in Cyberspace
All-Time Record: Overall: 255-73-14 (.766) – 15 seasons Big 12: 94-20- 4 (.814) – 12 seasons All-Time Home Record: 139-19-2 (.875) 2007 Record: 18-4-2 (.792) Big 12 Record (Finish): 9-1-0 (1st) Final National Ranking: No. 13, NSCAA Final Regional Ranking: No. 1, Central Postseason Play: Loss to Texas NCAA Tournament Second Round Starters Returning / Lost: 7 / 6 Letterwinners Returning / Lost: 12 / 8 Newcomers: 12
Credits The 2008 Texas A&M Women’s Soccer Media Guide is an official publication of the Texas A&M Athletic Department and was written, compiled and edited by Texas A&M Sports Information student assistant Casey Walling with assistance from Niki Janecka. Covers and graphic design and layout by publications specialist Cyndi Mousner. The guide was printed by Insite Printing. Most Photographs courtesy of Glen Johnson of Johnson Studio of Professional Photography in Bryan.
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the Covers Front: Texas A&M 2008 Aggie Soccer
Location: College Station, Texas Founded: Founded in 1872 / Opened in 1876 Enrollment: 46,587 Colors: Maroon and White Nickname: Aggies Mascot: Reveille VII, American Collie Conference: Big 12 National Affiliation: NCAA Division I Home Field: Aggie Soccer Stadium Capacity: 3,000 Press Box Phone: 979-458-1488 Interim President: Dr. Elsa Murano Chancellor: Mike McKinney Athletics Director: Bill Byrne Senior Women’s Administrator: Mona Osborne Faculty Representative: Dr. Thomas Adair Compliance Officer: David Batson
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BIG-TIME College Soccer
quality of the people from the coaches to the players is amazing , The
the level of play is high and the team has
potential to win championships. — Laura Grace Robinson
I chose Texas A &M because of the tradition of excellence . It is a great team, with great girls and a great environment . We win … A LOT ! And I knew I would become a better goalkeeper. — Kelly Dyer
not another college in the nation that has this amazing of an environment! There is
— Kristin Arnold
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coming here that I would be challenged playing with girls who were better than me I knew
every day at practice.
— Emily Peterson
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game day W E L C O M E T O A G G I E L A N D — T H I S I S T E X A S A& M S O C C E R
In Aggieland
There is
nothing like it . Going to
class and asking the professor to make an announcement that we are
playing that
night , and struggling to pay attention because all you want to do is go eat pre-game meal and get to the locker room for the
pre-game dance party ! — Sarah Pierson
Game Day in Aggieland is
ridiculously amazing ! It’s awesome when you’re walking on campus and
people wish you good luck . I love watching our fans file in to support us.
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— Cydne Currie TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Exciting … everyone is wishing us luck and we are all always
pumped the whole day … even in class I can’t sit still.
— Nicole Ketchum
butterflies all day ,
even until the last minute of the game.
It’s exciting .
— Natalie Currie
One of the best feelings in the
I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else . world —
— Laura Grace Robinson
Amazing ! Classes seem to go by so much faster too!
— Micah Stephens
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I have
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RECORD SETTING CROWDS
Led the Nation in Total Home Attendance 37,781 in 2007
UNC – NCAA Single Game Record 8,204 in 2006
There is nothing else
12th Man ! We have the rowdiest , most supportive , fans in the nation !!!! like the
— Kristin Arnold
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It’s incredible, probably the
best atmosphere in the country for women’s college soccer.
surreal .
When you step out into the lights and see the crowd surrounding the field and doing the yells, you
you are living the dream . You realize what an know
extraordinary place Texas A & M is.
— Emily Peterson
Our
crowd motivates US
throughout the game. They are so supportive and there is no way that we would be as successful without them.
biggest fans on and off the field ! We are
They are our
so blessed and lucky to have such great support! — Natalie Currie
The 12 th Man is the fuel to our energy; we feed off the fans that are there. They are a huge impact because they
give us the energy and support to play better. — Kelly Dyer
Averaged Over 3,000 Fans Per Game in 2007 2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
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The atmosphere is
— Laura Grace Robinson
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As soon as I
stepped on campus
I knew this was where I wanted to go, the
people were so friendly , the traditions were amazing , it just felt like home . — Amber Gnatzig
I love all the traditions and history of the university. Once I arrived in Aggieland I felt like
I was home . — Kelly Dyer
tradition and atmosphere that I love the
makes A & M so awesome and
Big-Time
I couldn’t ask for a better place to be attending college.
— Nicole Ketchum
TRADITIONS
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I’ve always loved A & M and knew I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself. It’s like
one big family . W E L C O M E T O A G G I E L A N D — T H I S I S T E X A S A& M S O C C E R
The atmosphere on campus and at our home games is incomparable; the
support of the 12 th Man is such a big part of the university.
— Rachel Shipley The
tradition , the
Why Texas A&M
girls and how we are
all a family , and the coaches . — Kristin Arnold
I love the Spirit of Aggieland . There is nothing else like it . — Christy End
incredible people involved with the soccer team, the awesome girls on the team, and the great academics . The
— Laura Grace Robinson 2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
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Best in the
big 12
Winning the Big 12 was fun , but … I want a National Championship ! — Emily Peterson
It’s something that I’m so thankful to be a part of.
I’m so proud of our team and can’t wait to win more championships . — Rachel Shipley
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It’s just
the country and be able to consecutively win titles.
— Kat Armstrong I was
extremely excited but it felt like we still had much more to do . — Nicole Ketchum
Winning four-consecutive Big 12 titles shows how consistent this program is and that we won’t settle for anything less. — Inge Harding
Winning the Big 12 as a freshman was
amazing and we will continue the legacy. — Whitney Hooper 2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
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amazing to be one of the top teams in
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EXCELLENCE at the National Level
•
10 Big 12 Trophies in 12 seasons
•
13 NCAA Tournament appearances in the program’s 15-year history
•
EIGHT “Sweet Sixteen” appearances
•
Three “Elite Eight” appearances
•
Finished Top 25 for nine consecutive seasons – 12 overall
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Big-Time
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MEDIA EXPOSURE
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BUILDING CHAMPIONS The Coaching Staff G. GUERRIERI He has great
vision , understands the competition, and
is able to make changes to fit the game.
— Christy End
When you see a coach show true emotion, you know
what he does for the team is more than a job . When you see him yell, laugh, and cry it shows that the task at hand is of ultimate importance in his life. These are all things I have seen from Coach G, and these are the reasons for which he has won my respect.
— Emily Peterson
Coach G. is dedicated to his sport. He is the best coach to help Texas A & M soccer stay consistently successful. — Inge Harding The big boss. He is a
great family man ,
and would die for our team. He is a very determined and remains very close to everyone while insuring that we are successful on and off the field.
— Nicole Ketchum
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Phil Stephenson He knows so much about the game . He knows the level that we can play at and always expects that from us. If we are not playing there, he is very good at motivating us — Rachel Shipley
The most intelligent coach I have ever had the privilege of working with. He has taught me an incredible amount about the game of soccer.
Knows more about soccer than anyone I know.
He knows exactly when to make it fun and when to keep it serious . — Kristin Arnold
He is hilarious , and encouraging . Yet, he challenges all of us and sees the game from a very experienced view which opens our eyes up to new ideas.
— Nicole Ketchum
Assistant Coaches
Lori stephenson Lori is the team mom . She takes care of all of us. I call her one of the girls.
— Whitney Hooper
She is incredibly
intelligent and has a — Laura Grace Robinson wonderful heart . Lori is our mom. The way she thinks amazes me. She is usually
the one we go to when we need a good opinion or advice . She brings an entire new element to the team. — Cydne Currie She is the
backbone of this team and keeps us all sane! — Sarah Pierson
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to get to that level.
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Support Staff Nutrition Amy Bragg is a great nutritionist who is always available to improve our nutrition and keep us healthy. — Kristin Arnold I like how she tells you the truth about what you need to be doing for your body based on
Speed Development Without Paul
SealEy
— Kelly Dyer
we would
not be fit, fast or strong enough to take on the toughest teams in the nation. He keeps us running … literally!
your specific position in soccer.
— Kristin Arnold
Jay Martin and I have had the opportunity to spend a lot of time together over
He’s like my
the past year. As our
older brother. He
relationship has grown I am
is great to joke
consistently amazed by her
around with and
thoughtfulness and capacity
he loves to tease
to multi-task. She has a
the heck out of
thankless job. People take
you, but when it
the top notch treatment we
comes down to it
receive for granted, but she
he is one of the
is always there with a smile
nicest people I
ready to help us whenever
have ever met.
we need anything from having our ankles taped or just a
He is always
friend to talk to. Thanks Jay, I appreciate it!
willing to listen and work with your abilities, but no matter what, he knows how to push you to your peak.
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— Emily Peterson
— Emily Peterson
Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Athletic Training Room The Olympic
Sports Athletic Training Room contains a spacious treatment center that features 16 treatment tables, 10 and four taping tables. A laser used for laser therapy is also contained in the facility, making A & M one of only a handful of universities in the country that possesses one. The room contains two 15-person whirlpools, one “hot” and one “cold,” along with a third standard whirlpool. The front of the building houses offices and examination rooms for the five general practitioners and three orthopedic surgeons that work with the Aggie athletic programs, as well as a Flouroscan machine.
Netum Steed Strength Lab Texas A & M operates what many consider to be the nation’s top strength and conditioning facility — the
Netum A. Steed Physiology Research and Conditioning Laboratory . The 23,736-square-foot facility houses one of the country’s largest weight rooms and provides ample space for training athletes for collegiate competition.
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electrical modality units (electrical stim and ultrasound)
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Soccer Clubhouse
The soccer clubhouse features a spacious locker room, players’ lounge, coaches’ offices, a conference room, ample storage space, officials’ dressing rooms and public restrooms.
Big-Time
FACILITIES
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Locker Room
room , which features a
large shower and restroom area and door that leads directly out to the playing surface. Each locker has ample space to hang clothes and jerseys while providing several storage areas for shoes.
Players’ Lounge
The spacious players’
lounge provides the Aggies a place to relax, study, watch game film,
or meet prior to kickoff. The lounge includes several leather couches, a big-screen TV, three computer stations and dry-erase boards for the coaches to use in strategy or film sessions.
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Oak wooden lockers outline the locker
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soccer beyond
The Playing Field Having the chance to work with all the kids at our youth clinics is a blast! It’s an awesome feeling knowing these kids look up to us and want to learn the game from us. — Kristin Arnold
give back to a community which shows so much support for us. We can always count on them to be there every Friday and Sunday, so it’s nice to be able to give back to them and show our appreciation . — Amber Gnatzig I love being able to
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fans waiting in line for our
autographs is an amazing feeling. To know that there It’s such a rewarding
are
feeling being able to give back to the community. The support they give us
so many people that are excited to get to visit with you or take a photo with you after a game is very humbling .
at every game is key to our
— Natalie Currie
It’s nice to be able to show them how thankful we are for them anyway we can ! success.
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Seeing all the
1.5 where you give it your all and half of what your teammate would give.
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— Amber Gnatzig
We are
ONE ; if one
player falls, we all fall. We accept nothing but the best. — Kelly Dyer
ONE team, ONE goal. — Micah Stephens
ONE (team first, we play for each other and Aggieland).
Aggie Soccer
— Kristin Arnold
PHILOSOPHY
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Junior Tri-Captain Amber Gnatzig
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2008 PREVIEW
aggie soccer 2008 Winning Tradition — Lasting Legacy
W
hen it comes to conquering challenges, Texas A&M soccer is in familiar terri-
tory. Since the program was elevated to full varsity status in 1993, Coach G.Guerrieri and his Aggies have built it into a dynasty; but it wasn’t always easy. For a team that has consistently undertaken some of the toughest non-conference schedules in the nation, along with playing in a very competitive Big 12 conference, overcoming obstacles has become second-nature. And while the 2008 season will carry many trials of its own, those looking for the best predictor of this squad’s future, need Tri-Captain
only look into its deeply rooted past.
looking back at 2007
T
KRISTIN ARNOLD work out the way we wished, but that’s what’s motivating us to get back out there and improve in 2008.”
he 2007 season was again full of success for the Aggies. A&M recorded a 21-game unbeaten streak at home dating back to Sept. 20th of the 2006 season that ranked second in the record book for consecutive home wins. The Aggie Soccer Stadium was home to the country’s largest overall attendance numbers. A&M once again left its mark on the national scene, entering the postseason ranked No. 2 and earning its 13th consecutive trip to the NCAA Tournament. They ended the year at 18-4-2 overall, capturing their fourth-straight Big 12 regular season title, bringing their overall total to 10 in the league’s 12 seasons. “Last year was super,” commented A&M head coach G. Guerrieri. “To win a fourth consecutive conference championship and be ranked as high as No. 2 in the nation at the end of the season was wonderful. The postseason unfortunately didn’t
versus a number of NCAA Tournament teams and the Mexican U20 National Team. Junior striker Cydne Currie and sophomores Whitney Hooper, Alyssa Mautz, and Inge Harding teamed up to set the scoring pace for the Aggies, and should be four of the team’s key threats this fall. The Aggies’ midfield has traditionally set the tempo for A&M’s high powered attack, and it returns the heart of that group in 2008, including senior Laura Grace Robinson, junior Amber Gnatzig and sophomore Rachel Shipley. The trio combined for 113 shots, nine goals and 13 assists last season and are expected to have an even bigger role in ’08. A&M’s defense has set new records for shutouts in each of the the past three seasons. Many key players from the past two years return for the 2008 season. Junior starters Emily Peterson, Nicole Ketchum, Kristin Arnold, and senior Micah Stephens all return for ’08. Plus, with the development of other returning players (Natalie Currie, Kat Armstrong, and ChristY end) and the addition of several exciting young defenders like Bri Young, Rachael Balaguer, Becca HerrEra, Shawn-tae Greene, and Lisel Kraus, the strength and depth of the Aggie back line seems to be as strong as ever. A&M soccer’s success has never revolved around one or two big stars, but rather on a well coordinated group of extremely talented individuals who could easily be the star of any given match. Having a team that is both deep and talented with players who can play a variety of positions and roles has been a trademark of Aggie Soccer success over the years. For example, in 2007, 14 different Aggies made at least one appearance in the starting lineup with 15 different players scoring at least one goal and 13 chipping in an assist. “All of our coaching staff is excited to get the 2008 season off and running,” Guerrieri said. “We have lots of talent and personality on this team, and it’s going to be fun seeing them develop and improve throughout the season. I am confident that we’ll be a strong side, and really can’t wait to see how things build throughout the season.”
“Last year was super. To win a fourth consecutive conference championship and be ranked as high as No. 2 in the nation at the end of the season was wonder ful.”
— Head Coach G. Guerrieri
2008 leaders
A
Tri-Captain
amber gnatzig
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has developed some of the nation’s most exciting attacking players over the past 15 years, and 2008 should follow recent history, as the Aggies carry a very gifted group of scoring threats into the new season. This past spring’s nontraditional season exposed A&M’s young core of forwards to significant big game experience as the Aggies went undefeated
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nation’s leading scorer and one of the most celebrated attacking players to come through the Texas A&M soccer program, Ashlee Pistorius. The Big 12’s Offensive Player of the Year last season, Pistorius totaled a record-setting 81 goals in her career while chipping in 32 assists and tallying 194 points. Led by Pistorius along with All-Big 12 performers, Melissa Garey, Allison Martino, Paige Carmichael and Amy Berend, the Aggies captured four Big 12 regular season and two tournament titles. During this class’s tenure in Aggieland, A&M made four NCAA Tournament appearances, including two trips to the “Sweet Sixteen” and one to the “Elite Eight.” “Our class of 2007 was very special and full of tremendous talent and big personalities,” Guerrieri noted. “They set a great standard for future Aggie teams to strive to meet and build upon.”
spring ’08 season
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LAURA GRACE ROBINSON
2008 additions
T
he Aggies welcome another one of the nation’s Top Ten ranked recruiting classes; a group of 12 extremely talented newcomers to the lethal ’08 roster: Racheal Balaguer (Austin, Texas ) M/D
exas A&M has continually looked to its spring non-traditional season as a springboard for the rigorous fall schedule it undertakes. In Aggieland, the spring has always been a time to foster player development and allow players to fine tune their individual and group skills. In 2008, it was an important season for the returning players to step up into new leadership roles, on and off the field. “Our spring went very well,” Guerrieri said. “ It was a very important season because we needed some real life experiences to help develop and reinforce new leadership on our roster. Many players made big steps in their development as impact players and leaders in our team.”
Lonestars Soccer Club; USYSA Regional III ODP
Shawn-tae Greene (Mesa, Ariz.) D/F
NON-CONFERENCE sCHEDULE
Arsenal Soccer Club
Katie Hamilton (Spring, Texas) F
Challenge Soccer Club; USYSA Regional III ODP
Rebecca Herrera (Aurora, Colo.) D/M Real Colorado National
Jennifer Kmezich (Larkspur, Colo.) F
Real Colorado National; Fmr USYSA Golden Boot Winner (MVP)
Lisel Kraus (Sachse, Texas) D FC Dallas Soccer Club
Megan Majewski (Cypress, Texas) M Challenge Soccer Club
Alyssa Mautz (O’Fallon, Mo.) F/M
I
n preparing to defend its four consecutive Big 12 regular season titles, A&M will face one of America’s toughest nonconference schedules The Aggies’ nine-game slate will pit them against four teams that advanced to the NCAA tournament in 2007, two of which advanced to the “Sweet Sixteen.” And while a few familiar foes grace the schedule, the Aggies will be taking to the pitch against some new opposition as five of their nine matches will mark first meetings between the two schools.
St. Louis Soccer Club; USA U20 National Team
Raven Tatum (Dallas, Texas) M
Dallas D’feeters Soccer Club; USYSA Regional III ODP
Beth West (Centennial, Colo.) M
Real Colorado National; USA U18 National Team
Carly Wohlers (Plano, Texas) M/D
FC Dallas Soccer Club; USYSA Regional III ODP
Brianne Young (Castle Pines North, Colo.) D Real Colorado National; USA U20 National Pool
“
I
think we will have a real talented roster in 2008,” Guerrieri noted. There is great potential on this team and I’m confident that this group of players can achieve great things. If we can get everyone playing near their peak and playing as a team then this team can win big games. But we’re a young team and it will be important that we teach these players what it means to be consistently good for every game.”
BIG 12 LEAGUE PLAY
A
s if a young roster and a difficult non-conference schedule weren’t enough, perhaps the Aggies’ greatest challenge lies at the beginning of Big 12 play. A&M enters this season as the league’s “Lone Ranger”, meaning they are playing without a travel partner. No team in Big 12 soccer history has ever finished higher than fifth place when taking on this role. For example Texas, Missouri, and Nebraska each finished sixth in the Big 12 when they were in that position. Now it’s the Aggies turn to be the Lone Ranger, and they are taking that on with perhaps their youngest squad ever. “Everyone in the Big 12 is already motivated to play the Aggies,” Guerrieri ended. “Knowing that our Sunday afternoon conference opponents didn’t have to play nearly as tough an opponent as we did on that Friday night is just one more of the big challenges we’ll have to face this season. We’re used to getting everyone’s best effort against us, so this will just be that much more challenging and hopefully that much more rewarding. I am confident that our team is deep and talented enough to be ready to play anyone.” A&M opens league play on the road in Austin against the Texas Longhorns on Sept. 26. The Aggies will also travel to Baylor, Kansas, Texas Tech and Colorado; while hosting Oklahoma State, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Iowa State and Missouri. As a whole the Big 12 conference landed five teams in the NCAA tournament field for 2007; Texas A&M, Colorado, Oklahoma State, Texas, and Missouri.
THE ULTIMATE GOAL
good-bye graduates
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E
ven though the 2008 Aggie soccer team returns a solid group of starters and letterwinners from last year’s championship squad, the Aggies have the task of replacing perhaps the most decorated and influencial senior class in program history. A&M bid a fond farewell to eight senior players following the 2007 season. Gone are the team’s top four scorers, including the
RACHEL SHIPLEY “We have always looked for new challenges for our team,” Guerrieri commented. “I believe that to truly learn about ourselves, we must be challenged and find ways to improve from those challenges. To be the best team in America we’re going to have to beat the other great programs around the country. So, it’s important that we expose our players to as many of those teams and situations as we can in the non-conference portion of our season. Those games (at home and on the road) help us to learn and grow and compete in our conference season, and they also help us to prepare for potential post-season games.”
MICAH STEPHENS
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
ith a steady national reputation of being a perennial soccer powerhouse, the ‘08 Texas A&M squad is looking to follow the legacy left by those who came before them; working to conquer the inevitable challenges and make positive steps toward winning its fifth consecutive Big 12 Championship, advancing into it’s 14th-straight NCAA Championship Tournament, then onto the College Cup, and ultimately winning the National Championship.
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2008 PREVIEW
POSITION-BY-POSITION According to Head Coach G. Guerrieri
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e are excited about the 2008 season and what the future holds for our program. We graduated an incredible group of seniors following the 2007 season, and now have lots of great new players to add
to our already talented group of returning players. This year’s team will feature a deep and talented roster, which will be tested each week against one of the nation’s toughest schedules. “I am pleased with the players our recruiting efforts have attracted to Aggieland. All of our coaches are looking forward to training and discovering the best possible player combinations and tactical formations for our young team. I expect to see us improve each week and (hopefully) meet and surpass our program’s established and lofty national goals and standards.
Goalkeeping has long been a strength of our program, and it is again very strong in 2008. We return our entire 3-person goalkeeper corps from last year’s Conference Championship squad, and no matter who is in goal; I am 100% confident in the positive results we will get. KRISTIN ARNOLD (Jr., Centennial, Colo.) stepped in and earned the starting goalkeeper position as a freshman in 2006 and has been fantastic since day one. She’s one of our tri-captains and is a great leader and teammate. She has established her reputation as an elite level goalkeeper and spent time this past spring and summer playing for the USA U20 National Team in its qualification process for this fall’s FIFA U20 World Cup. She is tall, very athletic, very quick and very coachable. Kristin really is a joy to work with, and we’re all very excited about her two remaining seasons in Aggieland. KELLY DYER (So., Germantown, Tenn.) Kelly is a winner. This former Gatorade High School player of the year in Tennessee and All
American has very good shot stopping, communication, leadership, and distribution skills, and brings great athletic tools to the position. In her freshman year she gained great experience in some key matches, including her heroic role in winning a penalty kick shootout for us in the Big 12 Tournament. One of the neat little bits of trivia on Kelly and her first season at A&M is that she never gave up a goal; not in the fall or spring, which included some tough games, penalty kick saves, and matches against tough opponents. She is a great teammate and should again make a big positive impact on our team’s success in 2008. SARAH PIERSON (RS-Fr., Missouri City, Texas) We redshirted Sarah last season to give her more developmental time while a sophomore (Kristin Arnold) started in goal for us. And, she used that redshirt year well, becoming stronger, more skilled, and is now an integral member of our team’s great chemistry. During the spring season she actually scored the winning goal in a 1-0 win over LSU when she stepped up and scored on a direct free kick from 30 yards out — not something that you’d usually find on a goalkeeper’s resume! She
January 9.......... Rebecca Herrera 13.......... Jennifer Kmezich 24.......... Beth West
February 26.......... Laura Grace Robinson 27.......... Nicole Ketchum
March
“Here is a look at our roster as we enter the 2008 campaign:”
goalkeeper
AGGIES’ BIRTHDAYS
has good technical abilities and is incredibly quick and springy in goal.
2.......... Shawn-tae Greene 3.......... Kat Armstrong 21.......... Amber Gnatzig 27.......... Cydne Currie Natalie Currie
April
DEFENSE
25.......... Kelly Dyer
If we are to achieve on our high goals for the 2008 season we’re going to have to be a great defensive team. Even though our defense has set new team records for shutouts over the past two years and we return much of the core of those teams (Kristin Arnold, Nicole Ketchum, Micah Stephens, and Emily Peterson), this is still a key part of our game that we must continue to improve and strengthen in ’08. So, not only have we worked hard to improve the defending skills of our returning players, we have also placed a strong recruiting emphasis on attracting big-time defensive players to Aggieland. In 2008 we have added defensive minded players to our roster who are outrageously fast and athletic, and who I think can also perform as good playmakers when we’ve got the ball, and can be threats to come forward in key situations to score goals. Here’s a look at the individuals who you’ll see on our back line in 2008:
May 15.......... Brianne Young
June 5.......... Kristin Arnold 24.......... Carly Wohlers
July 29.......... Alyssa Mautz 31.......... Emily Peterson
August 5.......... Rachel Shipley 30.......... Whitney Hooper
September 25........ Rachael Balaguer
October 9.......... Sarah Pierson 10.......... Katie Hamilton 18.......... Christy End
November 5.......... Raven Tatum 12.......... Inge Harding 14.......... Megan Majewski 28.......... Lisel Kraus
December 2.......... Micah Stephens 9.......... Paige Carmichael
EMILY PETERSON (RS-Jr., Tulsa, Okla.) We are excited about the thought of having this two-time high school player of the year from Oklahoma back in our starting line-up after redshirting her in 2007 due to a foot injury. During her career in Aggieland, Emily has been a keystone of our defense as our left back. She’s a converted attacking personality (midfielder and forward), and thus is incredibly comfortable with the ball at her feet. She’s also very good in aerial battles and possesses very good speed in running down some of the nation’s most celebrated attacking opponents. When she’s healthy she is one of the very best left backs in the nation.
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TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
LISEL KRAUS (Fr., Sachse, Texas) is a physically powerful player who is only going to get better in our environment. She’s tough, skillful and very coachable. As a club player she often drew the assignment of shutting down the opponent’s most dangerous attacking player. For A&M she gives us new advantages against some of the most physical and talented teams in America. SHAWN-TAE GREENE (Fr., Mesa, Ariz.) has the potential to be that “WOW” player for us in 2008 and beyond due to her amazing speed and physical gifts. I don’t expect too many opposing forwards to get away from Shawn-tae, the former 100-meter sprint champion from Arizona. I know that she’s going to be a big hit on our team and that our team’s environment will help to grow immensely as a big-time college player.
midfield Much of the success of our program has achieved over the past 15 years can be attributed to our control of the middle of the field. We have always strived to play a quick and controlled style and have been blessed to have some of America’s most talented playmakers and game-breakers playing in the Aggie midfield. We have some very special and talented young ladies in our midfield this year. I am confident that we can play in a variety of tactical formations to fit the strengths and talents of these players. It doesn’t matter what formation we’re in; you can bet that our midfielders will be instrumental members of our success in attack, defense, and in the transitional play from attack to defense and back into attack again. Here’s a look at the players in the heart of our team — the midfielders: AMBER GNATZIG (Jr., Humble, Texas) established herself this past spring as the heartbeat of our line-up. She is a warrior for us in the middle of the pitch, where she’s great at dictating the pace and tempo of the match. She has been one of the best players in the Big 12, especially in the air, and was named as one of our tri-captains for this season because of the positive impact she has on every phase of our program. LAURA GRACE ROBINSON (Sr., Houston, Texas) has the ability to be one of the best players in the Big 12 this season. She has great physical range and is technically strong in all areas — on the ground and in the air. She is a fantastic attacking force coming out of the midfield but has also played on the front line for us and has set up and scored some great goals. We are all looking forward to her having a wonderful senior season! RACHEL SHIPLEY (So., Plano, Texas) was our 2007 Newcomer of the Year and is poised for a great sophomore season as a leading figure in our midfield. The 2007 NSCAA High School National Student-Athlete of the year is the real deal. She can create scoring chances for her teammates or finish them off herself. As a freshman she earned the starting role on our right flank, and then was a key figure for us during the spring as a central midfielder. So, we know that no matter the formation or shape we’re playing for any match in 2008, Rachel will fit in and excel.
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
BETH WEST (Fr., Centennial, Colo.) is one of the very best incoming midfielders in the nation. The Parade All American and Gatorade Player of the Year from Colorado is an incredible playmaker and teammate. She led her high school team to the state championship and her club team to the National Championship. She is quick, ultra-skillful, and dynamic with and without the ball. Her vision to find teammates in dangerous positions and her ability to probe opposing defenses and deliver the ball to teammates in scoring positions make her a very special player. RAVEN TATUM (Fr., Dallas, Texas) is going to have a wonderful college career at Texas A&M. She is a physically imposing player and has great technique and range. She has experience playing in almost every position of the field, but we think she’s perfectly suited as a defensive midfielder in our midfield system. She fits into our overall team style of quick possession play and will be a major threat to score on set-piece plays. RACHAEL BALAGUER (Fr., Austin, Texas) is an all around player and will have the ability to play several different positions for the Aggies this season. She has played as a dynamic central midfielder for her club team but also has experience as an outside midfielder and attack minded defender with the USYSA Region III ODP team. So, I am excited about the ways that Rachael will impact our program. CARLY WOHLERS (Fr., Plano, Texas) is a very versatile left footed threat for us. She can play anywhere on our left flank (midfield, defense, or as a winger). She lead her team in assists from her role as the left midfielder, while she has always been a solid defender and playmaker from her role as outside back with the USYSA Region III ODP Team. MEGAN MAJEWSKI (Fr., Cypress, Texas) is a very impressive addition to our roster. We first noticed her when she came to the Texas A&M Soccer Camp with her team — a boy’s team! She was the most exciting player on that team and soon changed over to the TSC Challenge Soccer Club, where she’s continued to develop into a great holding midfielder and goal scoring threat with her lethal shot.
FORWARD We have been very fortunate to have some of America’s most exciting attacking players play for the Aggies over the years. Many, many of these players have earned All America, All Region, and All Conference honors while playing on the Aggies’ front line. Last year Ashlee Pistorius was named the Honda National Player of the Year after leading the nation in goals. But, she has now graduated as has our #2 (Melissa Garey), #3 (Elisabeth Jones), and #4 (Allison Martino), scorers from the team that again led the conference in most attacking categories. So, the big question going in 2008 is “who’ll score for the Aggies?” The good news for Texas A&M fans is that we have a very talented group of scoring threats and any combination of the players can score big numbers for us and all
of them are poised to burst onto the national scene, whether we’re playing with 3, 2, or 1 forward(s). Here are the players you’ll see on the Aggies’ front line in 2008: CYDNE CURRIE (Jr., Irving, Texas) came to Texas A&M as one of the USA’s most celebrated strikers and has steadily become a better and better player in her years in Aggieland. She is now poised to be a great scorer for Texas A&M. She was our leading scorer against very good competition this past spring. She never goes less than 100 percent, especially in one-on-one situations. The former Parade All American is very fast, very opportunistic, and very focused on scoring goals. We expect her to have a great junior season in 2008. WHITNEY HOOPER (So., Houston, Texas) is our fastest and most exciting attacking player. 2007 was a great year of growth as a college student-athlete, and is ready to return to our starting line-up in ’08. She is a game breaker; the player that can single-handedly break down an athletic, well organized opponent, and did just that this summer for her club team, leading them to the USYSA U19 Region III Title — scoring 2 goals in the Championship game, and leading them to the USYSA U19 National Championships. INGE HARDING (So., Dripping Springs, Texas) has always been a goal scorer, and she used her freshman season developing and learning how to score in the college environment. She is smart, powerful, and graceful in attack and does a great job in recognizing situations where she can poach or slip in and score a quick goal. We expect to see her score some very big and important goals during her Aggie career. ALYSSA MAUTZ (So., O’Fallon, Mo.) is one of our most exciting newcomers. The former Gatorade High School Player of the Year in Missouri transferred to Texas A&M this past January from St. Louis University and spent the spring season training and playing with the Aggies. In here debut match she scored two goals and added an assist against the U20 Mexican National Team and was one of our biggest scoring threats throughout the team’s undefeated spring campaign. This summer she gained valuable experience playing with the USA U20 National Team as a forward, outside midfielder, and outside back. KATIE HAMILTON (Fr., Spring, Texas) comes to Aggieland as the top attacking player from south Texas, having lead here TSC Challenge 90 team to another state championship. She is very skillful and composed in attack, and has experience as a forward and attacking midfielder. She can score goals herself with 1v1 prowess and/or set up her teammates due to her great passing skills. JENNIFER KMEZICH (Fr., Larkspur, Colo.) is the former Adidas Golden Boot winner as the leading scorer when her Real Colorado team to the USYSA National Championship. She’s skillful, powerful in the air, and fearless and is accustomed to scoring big goals in big games. She’s going to benefit greatly from the quality and frequency of service from the other great players who’ll surround her in the A&M attack.
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MICAH STEPHENS (Sr., Flower Mound, Texas) was probably our best defender in 2007, and we have even higher hopes for her this year for her senior season. She obviously has great skills as a defender, but she’s also a wonderful player for us in attack. A lot of people would confuse her as a “right winger” because she gets up and down the sidelines so much. She is incredibly fast, picks her moments well on when to come forward, and is a great force to run the entire side. NICOLE KETCHUM (JR., Cypress, Texas) is the prototypical big time center back. She is one of our tri-captains and is fast, great in the air, is a very good tackler and one-on-one defender. She made a big positive impact on our team as a freshman and sophomore and has played for the USA U20 National Team because of what she’s shown on the field for Texas A&M. This season I expect her to lead our defense and step up and score goals in key moments. NATALIE CURRIE (Jr., Irving, Texas) is one of the fastest and most aggressive players that we have at Texas A&M. She has a relentless work rate, is very physical and is a great teammate. She saw time as a forward, outside midfielder and defender as a redshirt freshman and emerged as a great individual defender for us as a sophomore. This past spring she was a consistent starter for us and will have a solid impact on our success in 2008. KAT ARMSTRONG (RS-Fr., Caldwell, Texas) is a fast and ferocious athlete. She is another converted attacking player who we think can be a very good collegiate defender. She used a medical redshirt in 2007 and thus returns for her freshman season in 2008. This past summer she lead her TSC Challenge ’89 Club Team to the Southern USA Regional Championship and a spot in the USYSA National Championships due to her great abilities anchoring their back line. CHRISTY END (So., St. Louis, Mo.) is a solid defender from one of the best club programs in the Midwest (St. Louis Soccer Club) where consistently she did a great job. As a freshman in 2007 she was one of our most improved players and quickly became a big fan favorite since she brings an extra intangible to the Aggie Soccer Stadium with her “flip-throwin” that can create set-piece goal scoring chances anytime she has the ball. BRIANNE YOUNG (Fr., Castle Pines North, Colo.) is a very exciting addition to our defense. She is everything that you look for in a great defender — she’s tough, fast, great in the air, a great leader and wonderful teammate! She played with the USA U20 National Team immediately prior to the start of our preseason training in August. She will be a big ingredient to our success in 2008 and beyond. REBECCA HERRERA (Fr., Aurora, Colo.) is a very special player. She’s a big-time defender and was recently selected 1st team All State in Colorado after leading her team’s stingy defense in the state championship. She is VERY fast and skillful. She’s the kind of player that we really love due to her ability to run an entire sideline, snuff out opponents, and set up goal scoring chances for us.
the 2008 texas a & m SOCCER team
2008 PREVIEW
2008 NUMERICAL Roster
2008 alphabetICAL Roster
No Name Pos
Cl - Exp Ht Hometown High School / College
No Name Pos
Cl - Exp Ht Hometown High School / College
Jr - 2L So - 1L Jr - 2L Fr - HS Jr - 2L Sr - 3L So - 1L So - 1L Jr - 2L Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Jr - 2L Fr - RS Sr - 3L So - 1L So - 1L Fr - RS Jr - 2L Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS So - TR
Fr - RS Jr - 2L Fr - HS Jr - 2L Jr - 2L So - 1L So - 1L Jr - 2L Fr - HS Fr - HS So - 1L Fr - HS So - 1L Jr - 2L Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS So - TR Jr - 2L Fr - RS Sr - 3L So - 1L Sr - 3L Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS Fr - HS
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 25 33
Arnold, Kristin Dyer, Kelly Currie, Natalie Hamilton, Katie Gnatzig, Amber Robinson, Laura Grace Hooper, Whitney Shipley, Rachel Ketchum, Nicole Herrera, Rebecca West, Beth Young, Brianne Tatum, Raven Greene, Shawn-tae Kmezich, Jennifer Peterson, Emily Armstrong, Kat Stephens, Micah Harding, Inge End, Christy Pierson, Sarah Currie, Cydne Kraus, Lisel Balaguer, Rachael Majewski, Megan Wohlers, Carly Mautz, Alyssa
GK GK M M/F D/M M F M/F D M M/D D F/M D F D D D F D GK F D/F M/D D/F M/D F
6-0 5-7 5-4 5-7 5-6 5-6 5-4 5-6 5-9 5-7 5-3 5-10 5-10 5-7 5-9 5-7 5-8 5-9 5-8 5-6 5-7 5-3 5-10 5-4 5-7 5-3 5-5
Centennial, Colo. Cherry Creek Germantown, Tenn. St. Agnes Academy Irving, Texas MacArthur Spring, Texas Klein Humble, Texas Humble Houston, Texas Memorial Houston, Texas Klein-Forest Plano, Texas Plano West Cypress, Texas Cy-Fair Aurora, Colo. Grandview Centennial, Colo. Grandview Castle Pines North, Colo. Chaparral Dallas, Texas The Hockaday School Mesa, Ariz. Dobson Larkspur, Colo. Douglas County Tulsa, Okla. Jenks Dime Box, Texas Caldwell Flower Mound, Texas Flower Mound Dripping Springs, Texas Dripping Springs St. Louis, Mo. Nerinx Hall Catholic Missouri City, Texas Homeschool Irving, Texas MacArthur Sachse, Texas Sachse Austin, Texas St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cypress, Texas Cy Fair Plano, Texas Plano Senior O’Fallon, Mo. Ft. Zumwalt West, St. Louis
17 0 24 22 2 1 20 4 14 3 19 9 6 8 15 23 26 33 16 21 5 7 18 13 10 25 11
Armstrong, Kat Arnold, Kristin Balaguer, Rachael Currie, Cydne Currie, Natalie Dyer, Kelly End, Christy Gnatzig, Amber Greene, Shawn-tae Hamilton, Katie Harding, Inge Herrera, Rebecca Hooper, Whitney Ketchum, Nicole Kmezich, Jennifer Kraus, Lisel Majewski, Megan Mautz, Alyssa Peterson, Emily Pierson, Sarah Robinson, Laura Grace Shipley, Rachel Stephens, Micah Tatum, Raven West, Beth Wohlers, Carly Young, Brianne
D GK M/D F M GK D D/M D M/F F M F D F D/F D/F F D GK M M/F D F/M M/D M/D D
PLAYER Statistics – 2007
Pos Players
M D M M/F D
Class
Shots
Jr Jr Sr So Sr
21 24 55 37 1
Class
Min.
Sv.
G
GAA Record
Jr
2091:57
91
20
0.86 18-4-2
Amber Gnatzig Nicole Ketchum Laura Grace Robinson Rachel Shipley Micah Stephens
Pos Players
GK Kristin Arnold
Goals Ast Pts
4 5 3 2 0
4 0 3 6 1
12 10 3 10 1
Pos Players
F M/D D F F
Class Shots Goals
Cydne Currie Natalie Currie Christy End Inge Harding Whitney Hooper
Pos
Players
GK
Kelly Dyer
Jr Jr So So So Class Min.
Newcomers…12 Pos Players
18 2 0 6 19
Ast Pts
3 1 0 1 1
2 0 0 0 4
8 2 0 2 6
Sv.
G GAA
Record
So 127:29 4
1 0.71
0-0-0
Losses…8
Class Hometown High School
M/D Rachael Balaguer Fr Austin, Texas D Shawn-tae Greene Fr Mesa, Ariz. M/F Katie Hamilton Fr Spring, Texas M Rebecca Herrera Fr Aurora, Colo. F Jennifer Kmezich Fr Larkspur, Colo. D/F Lisel Kraus Fr Sachse, Texas D/F Megan Majewski Fr Cypress, Texas F Alyssa Mautz So O’Fallon, Mo. F/M Raven Tatum Fr Dallas, Texas M/D Beth West Fr Centennial, Colo. M/D Carly Wohlers Fr Plano, Texas D Brianne Young Fr Castle Pines North, Colo.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Dobson Klein Grandview Douglas County Sachse Cy Fair Ft. Zumwalt West F/M The Hockaday School Grandview Plano Senior Chaparral
Pos Players
Shots
Goals
6 64 34 11 39 48 129 0
1 8 3 1 6 3 25 0
M M/F M/F D F M/D F D
Dime Box, Texas Caldwell Centennial, Colo. Cherry Creek Austin, Texas St. Stephen’s Episcopal Irving, Texas MacArthur Irving, Texas MacArthur Germantown, Tenn. St. Agnes Academy St. Louis, Mo. Nerinx Hall Catholic Humble, Texas Humble Mesa, Ariz. Dobson Spring, Texas Klein Dripping Springs, Texas Dripping Springs Aurora, Colo. Grandview Houston, Texas Klein-Forest Cypress, Texas Cy-Fair Larkspur, Colo. Douglas County Sachse, Texas Sachse Cypress, Texas Cy Fair O’Fallon, Mo. Ft. Zumwalt West, St. Louis Tulsa, Okla. Jenks Missouri City, Texas Homeschool Houston, Texas Memorial Plano, Texas Plano West Flower Mound, Texas Flower Mound Dallas, Texas The Hockaday School Centennial, Colo. Grandview Plano, Texas Plano Senior Castle Pines North, Colo. Chaparral
By Classification Seniors… 2
Other Returning Letterwinners…6
Returning Starting Letterwinners…6
5-8 6-0 5-4 5-3 5-4 5-7 5-6 5-6 5-7 5-7 5-8 5-7 5-4 5-9 5-9 5-10 5-7 5-5 5-7 5-7 5-6 5-6 5-9 5-10 5-3 5-3 5-10
Sara Albrecht Melissa Garey Allison Martino Paige Carmichael Elisabeth Jones Amy Berend Ashlee Pistorius Kelly Wilmoth
Juniors…6
Robinson Stephens
Arnold Currie, C. Currie, N. Gnatzig Ketchum Peterson
Sophomores…6 Dyer End Harding Hooper Mautz Shipley
Freshmen…13 Armstrong Balaguer Greene
Hamilton Herrera Kmezich
Kraus Majewski Tatum
Pierson West
Wohlers Young
Ast. Pts.
0 4 7 3 3 3 9 0
2 20 13 5 15 9 59 0
By HEIGHT 5-3.........Currie, C. West Wohlers 5-4.........Balaguer Currie, N. 5-5.........Berend Mautz
5-8.........Armstrong Harding
5-6.........End Gnatzig Robinson Shipley
5-9.........Ketchum Kmezich Stephens
5-7.........Dyer Greene Hamilton Herrera Majewski Peterson Pierson
5-10.......Kraus Tatum Young 6-0.........Arnold
By State Texas … 17 Armstrong Balaguer Currie, C. Currie, N. Gnatzig
Hamilton Harding Hooper Ketchum
Colorado … 5
Kraus Majewski Pierson Robinson
Tatum Shipley Stephens Wohlers
Arnold Herrera Kmezich
West Young
Missouri … 2 End Mautz
Tennessee … 1 Dyer
Pronunciation Balaguer......... BAAL-uh-grr Gnatzig .......... GA-nat-zig Shawn-tae...... shawn-TAY Inge................ ING-ah
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Herrera........... huh-RARE-uh Ketchum......... KETCH-um Kmezich.......... kuh-MEZZ-ich
Kraus.............. kr-OW-ss Lisel................ LEE-sul Majewski......... muh-JEW-skee
By Position
Arizona … 1 Greene
Mautz.............. MAWTZ Wohlers.......... WOL-urrs Guerrieri.......... guh-RARE-ree
Forwards…10 Currie, C. Harding Hamilton Hooper Kmezich Kraus Majewski Mautz Shipley Tatum
Midfielders…9 Balaguer Currie, N. Gnatzig Hamilton Herrera Robinson Tatum West Wohlers
Defenders…12 Armstrong Balaguer End Greene Gnatzig Ketchum
Kraus Majewski Peterson Stephens West Wohlers
Goalkeepers…3 Arnold Dyer Pierson
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2008 TEXAS A & M SOCCER
6
KRISTIN ARNOLD
1
Kelly Dyer
2
Natalie Currie
3
katie hamilton
4
amber Gnatzig
5 laura grace Robinson
GK • 6-0 • JR-2L Centennial, Colo.
GK • 5-7 • SO-1L Germantown, Tenn.
M • 5-4 • jr-2L Irving, Texas
M/F • 5-7 • fr-hs Spring, Texas
D/M • 5-6 • jr-2L Humble, Texas
M • 5-6 • sr-3L Houston, Texas
Cherry Creek
St. Agnes Academy
MacArthur
Klein
Humble
Memorial
whitney Hooper
7
rachel Shipley
8
nicole Ketchum
F • 5-4 • so-1L Houston, Texas
M/F • 5-6 • so-1L Plano, Texas
D • 5-9 • jr-2L Cypress, Texas
Klein Forest
Plano West
Cy-Fair
9
becca herrera
10
beth west
11
bri young
M • 5-7 • fr-hs Aurora, Colo.
M/d • 5-3 • fr-hs Centennial, Colo.
D • 5-10 • Fr-HS Castle Pines North, Colo.
Grandview
Grandview
Chaparral
13
19
raven tatum
14
shawn-tae greene
15
jennifer kmezich
16
emily Peterson
F/M • 5-10 • fr-hs Dallas, Texas
D • 5-7 • fr-hs Mesa, Ariz.
F • 5-9 • fr-hs Larkspur, Colo.
D • 5-7 • Jr-2L Tulsa, Okla.
The Hockaday School
Dobson
Douglas County
Jenks
inge Harding
20
christy End
21
sarah Pierson
22
cydne Currie
17
23
kat Armstrong
18
micah Stephens
D • 5-8 • Fr-rS Dime Box, Texas
D • 5-9 • sr-3L Flower Mound, Texas
Caldwell
Flower Mound
lisel kraus
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Rachael balaguer
F • 5-8 • so-1L Dripping Springs, Texas
D • 5-6 • so-1L St. Louis, Mo.
GK • 5-7 • Fr-RS Missouri City, Texas
F • 5-3 • jr-2L Irving, Texas
D/F • 5-10 • fr-hs Sachse, Texas
M/D • 5-4 • fr-hs Austin, Texas
Dripping Springs
Nerinx Hall Catholic
Homeschool
MacArthur
Sachse
St. Stephen’s Episcopal
alyssa mautz
G. GUERRIERI
PHIL STEPHENSON
LORI STEPHENSON
Head Coach 16TH Season
Assistant Coach 10TH Season
Assistant Coach 8TH Season
Tulsa ’85
Lock Haven ’87
Methodist ’88
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megan majewski
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carly wohlers
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d/f • 5-7 • fr-hs Cypress, Texas
M/D • 5-3 • fr-hs Plano, Texas
f • 5-5 • So-TR O’Fallon, Mo.
Cy-Fair
Plano Senior
Ft. Zumwalt West / St. Louis U.
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2009 SOCCER summer camps
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oach Guerrieri and his staff are proud to offer the Texas Aggie Soccer experience to young players every summer through the Texas A&M Soccer
Camps. In the summer of 2009, Texas A&M will offer four residential sessions and a day camp on the College Station Campus. Coach Guerrieri and Texas A&M are proud to develop and promote the state’s most talented soccer student-athletes.
Tentative 2009 Soccer Camp Schedule Residential Camps, Texas A & M University Session I.................. June 6 -10...................... Regular/Advanced Camp.........................Girls Only................................. ages 11 - 18 Session II................. June 10-14...................... Regular/Advanced Camp.........................Boys and Girls.......................... ages 11 - 18 Session III................ July 11-15...................... Regular/Advanced Camps........................Boys and Girls.......................... ages 11 - 18 Session IV................ July 15-19...................... Regular/Advanced Camps........................Boys and Girls.......................... ages 11 - 18
For more information about the 2009 Texas A & M Soccer Camp, call (979) 862-3369 or send a letter of inquiry to: Texas A & M Soccer Camp P.O. Box A3 College Station, TX 77844 E-mail: soccercamp@athletics.tamu.edu or check our website: www.TexasAMSoccerCamp.com
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Kat 2007 Redshirted after sustaining a knee injury during warmups.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
kat H E R I N E LEIGH A r m s t rong
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She is another converted
attacking player who we think can be a very good collegiate defender. She used a medical redshirt in 2007 and thus
returns for her freshman season in 2008. d e f en d er FR-RS • 5-8 D i m e B o x , Te x a s (Caldwell) Challenge Soccer Club
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Played club soccer for Challenge SC and coach Pat O’Toole … Was a member of the South Texas ’89 Olympic Development Program Team in 2003 and 2006 … Disney Showcase semi-finalist in 2006 … Was a 2006 South Texas Cup qualifier … Led team to a South Texas Cup Championship in 2005 … National Championship Series Region III quarter-finalist for 2005 … Played for Texas A&M assistant coach Lori Stephenson and former players Julie Goin and Nikki Thrasher on the ASC Mystic ’89 … Finished second place in the 2006 Region III Camp Tournament … Earned varsity letters in track and field and basketball at Caldwell High School … Qualified for state in the mile relay … Was a regional qualifier in the 400 meter dash, 400 meter relay, 800 meter run and pole vault.
PERSONAL Katherine Leigh Armstrong was born on March 3, 1989 in College Station, Texas … Daughter of Jerry and Julie Armstrong … Has two sisters: Melanie (16) and Jessica ’07 (22) … Ranked in the top 10 percent of her high school class … Served as Vice President of her senior class … President of the Spanish Club … Member of the National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Business Professionals of America, Future Farmers of America … Also a member of National Scholars Honors Society and Mu Alpha Theta Society and participates in Young Life … Was listed in Who’s Who Among American High School Students-Sports Editions … Chose Texas A&M because … “it is very close to home. I love the tradition and the Aggie family, and the soccer team is awesome! It has been a dream of mine since I was born to play soccer and attend Texas A&M.” … Political science major.
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Q & A with Kat What Is Your Favorite Cereal? Cocoa Pebbles
What Is The Weirdest Thing You Will Ever Admit To Having Done In The Past? Eating Fish Food What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? That I grew up on a ranch, and I used to show cattle. What Super-Power Would You Most Like To Have And Why? Dash from The Incredibles Your Favorite Moment Of The 2007-08 Season? Beating Texas at home playing a man down If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Jungle Green If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Amber Gnatzig because she has more hang time and can win more headers than anyone on the team. What Is Your Biggest Asset You Bring To The Team? Intensity and Hardwork Your Signature Hairstyle Or Hair Accessory To Wear During A Game? Bun on top of my head
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What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Be in Law School
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Kristin 2007 — SOPHOMORE
kris t in E m ily A rnol d She’s one of our tri-captains
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and is a great leader and teammate. She is tall, very athletic,
very quick and very coachable. goalkeeper JR-2L • 6-0 Centennial, Colo. (Cherr y Creek) Sting Royal Soccer Club
Started all 24 of the Aggies’ matches in goal … Posted a Big 12-best seven shutouts … Named to the NSCAA All-Central Region first-team … Received first-team All-Big 12 accolades … Ended the season ranked third in the league in goals against average (0.86) and fifth in saves percentage (.820) … Recorded a career-high 91 saves while surrendering just 20 goals in 2091:57 minutes between the posts … Registered a career-high 11 saves in the Aggies’ Big 12 opener against Missouri (Sept. 28).
2006 — FRESHMAN Started 23 of the Aggies’ 24 matches in goal … Posted a Big 12 best eight shutouts … Including a 1-0 overtime win over eventual national champion North Carolina (Aug. 25) … Earned Soccer Buzz Freshmen All-America first team honors … Honored as a member of the AllBig 12 second team and Big 12 All-Newcomer Team … Listed on the Soccer Buzz All-Central Region second team … Earned Top Drawer Soccer Women’s College All-Rookie first team accolades... Listed as a NSCAA/ adidas All-Central Region third team member … Twice named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week (Aug. 29, Oct. 11) … Named to the Soccer Buzz and Top Drawer Soccer National Teams of the Week (Aug. 31) … Earned Soccer Times National Team of the Week honors (Oct. 11) … Started the season with three consecutive shutouts in goal … Ended the season ranked third in the league in goals against average (0.90) and third in best saves percentage (.798) … Made 75 saves while allowing just 18 goals to be scored … Posted a season-high 10 saves in the 1-1 draw against Penn State (Sept. 3) … Earned the team’s “Newcomer of the Year” award at the team’s annual banquet in March.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
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A four year letterwinner for coach David Paynter at Cherry Creek High School … In 2005 started all games in goal and posted 10 shutouts … Named to the Centennial League First Team … Voted to the All-Colorado Team … Voted team captain for 2006 … Honored on the Warrior Invitational All-Tournament Team … Named Centennial League First Team … Named Cherry Creek Defensive Player of the Year … Ran cross-country freshman and sophomore year taking fifth in the state as a freshman and third as a sophomore … A member of the Cherry Creek basketball team through junior year … Played for the Real Colorado National ’87 team for seven years (U11-U17) … Named State Cup Champions (2001, 2003) … Played for coach Neil Payne and the Real Colorado National ’86 (May ’04-Jan. ’05) … A three-year member of the Colorado State ODP team.
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Q & A with Kristin
Arnold
If Money Were Not An Object, What Would You Do With Your Life? Travel around the world; there are so many beautiful places and different ways of life I would love to experience. If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Nordstroms because they carry everything! Your Favorite Hangout On Campus? outside the MSC … its perfect for people watching Who Would You Want To Play You In The Movie About Your Life? Kate Hudson What Super-Power Would You Most Like To Have And Why? flying, so I could go wherever I wanted to Thoughts on winning the Big 12 for the fourth-straight year? A pretty incredible feeling, but something I will definitely not take for granted! It is so amazing to see all the hard work and commitment to being the best pay off! What Is Your Favorite Day? well my favorite time of the year is probably Christmas time in Colorado with all of the snow! It brings about the true definition of a white Christmas! PERSONAL
Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? 0 because nothing is just handed to you, you have to work for everything thing you get in life.
Kristin Emily Arnold was born on June 5, 1988 in Denver, Colo. … Daughter of Mark and Jennifer Arnold of Centennial, Colo. … Has two younger siblings … Brother Cody (15) and sister Corry (13) both are involved in athletics, as well … Began playing soccer at the age of five … Chose Texas A&M “because the team camaraderie and school spirit is incomparable to any other college; I couldn’t ask for a more perfect place to spend my college years” … Now a sports management major … Interested in pursing a career in sports medicine or sports management.
arnold’s career highs Saves......................11 Minutes Played......110 Shots Faced.......... 16 Goals Against......... 3
vs. Missouri........09 / 28 / 07 four times vs. Missouri........09 / 28 / 07 three times
Your Favorite Aggie Tradition? 12th Man. Regardless of the situation or the score you can always count on being supported by the 12th Man.
arnold’s career stats Goalie
GP
GS
Minutes
GA
GaAvg
Saves
W
L
T
Sho
2006 2007
23 24
23 24
1904:24 2091:57
19 20
0.90 0.86
75 91
15 18
5 4
1 2
8 7
Total
47
47
3996:35
39
0.88
166
33
9
3
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What Is The Silliest Prank You Ever Played On Someone? Probably when Amber Gnatzig and I took the life size skeleton my dad sent us for Halloween across the street to the softball girls house and ran around it tapping on their windows. We could hear them freaking out inside, they were pretty worked up!
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Cydne 2007 — SOPHOMORE
C y d ne A lanna C urrie Cydne came to
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Texas A&M as one of the USA’s most celebrated strikers and has steadily become a better
and better player in her years in Aggieland. f or w ar d jr - 2 L • 5 - 3 I r v i n g , Te x a s (MacAr thur) Dallas Inter Soccer Club
Did not register a start but came off the bench to appear in 21 of the Aggies’ 24 games … Scored first goal of the season, the game-winner, in A&M’s 2-1 win over West Virginia (Sept. 14) … Scored a goal and tallied an assist in the Aggies’ 6-1 win over Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Oct. 26) and 5-0 win over Texas Tech (Oct. 28) … Fired off 18 shots, placing eight on frame … Totaled eight points on the season which ranks fourth among returning players … Logged 40 or more minutes played in six games … Clocked a season-high 58 minutes against SFA (Nov. 15) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament … Received the team’s 12th Man award which is given to the non-starter who made the largest contribution off the bench at the team’s annual banquet in April.
2006 — FRESHMAN Came off the bench to see action in 22 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Took first collegiate shot against North Carolina (Aug. 25) … Registered first of four assists as an Aggie against UCLA (Sept. 8) … Scored first career goal in 9-0 shutout of Sam Houston State (Sept. 20) … Also dished out two assists against the Bearkats (Sept. 20) … First goal and assist against a Big 12 opponent came in the 6-1 victory over Oklahoma (Sept. 29) … Took a career-high four shots against Sam Houston State (Sept. 20) and Oklahoma (Sept. 29) … Had six multi-shot matches … Totaled 26 shots for the season, 15 on frame … Averaged 1.18 shots per game … Saw a career-high 55 minutes of play against Sam Houston State (Sept. 20) … Clocked another 50 minutes of play in the NCAA Tournament win over Grambling State (Nov. 10) … Honored at A&M’s annual CHAMPS Award Banquet as a Texas A&M/Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year.
2005 Redshirted after suffering a knee injury in preseason workouts.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Played as a freshman and sophomore for coach Eric Alonzo at MacArthur High School in Irving … Was a first-team all-district selection at forward, the offensive player of the year, and led her team in scoring in both seasons … Named the district’s newcomer of the year as a freshman … Helped lead the Cardinals to the district championship as a sophomore … Despite not playing high school soccer her junior or senior seasons, was a Parade All-America and a U.S. Youth All-America selection as both a junior and senior … Played club ball for Dallas Inter Soccer Club and coaches Chris Ring and Derek Sutton for four years … Was a two-time team MVP and three-time team captain … Helped lead Inter to a runner-up finish at the State Cup in 2003 and the Plano Labor Day Tournament title in 2003 and 2004 …
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Q & A with Cydne
What Is Your Favorite Cereal? Raisin Bran Crunch!!!
Gained invaluable experience as a member of the United States’ U-16 (2002-03), U-17 (2003-04) and U-19 (2003-05) national teams … Selected for the U-20 national pool in 2005 … As a member of the U-16 national team, traveled to Ireland and won the Ballymena International Tournament in 2003 … Has been a member of the Region III ODP team since 2001 and the North Texas state team since 1999 … Participated in the ODP-ESP national camp in 2002 … Also played club soccer for the Texas Longhorns (Richardson, Texas) and coach Marshall Houston from 1998-2001.
What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Hopefully traveling, but If not I see myself teaching kids in someway. I would love to run my own athletic camp. What Song Best Describes You When You First Wake Up In The Morning? Spice Up Your Life, by spice girls. It use to be my ring tone. Reminds me of me and my friends when we were 12 making our own videos to that song.
PERSONAL Cydne Alanna Currie was born on March 27, 1987, in Dallas … Daughter of Scott and Martha Currie of Irving, Texas … Has an older brother, Thomas (26), an older sister, Catherine (23), and a twin sister, Natalie (20) … Natalie is a fellow member of the Aggie soccer team’s Class of ’09 … Has six cousins who did or do attend A&M … Grandfather, Thomas Currie, played tennis and football at UT-Arlington … Another grandfather, Daniel Mulvey, played hockey at the University of Houston … Enjoys cooking, hanging out with friends, watching movies and playing any sports … A 2005 cum laude graduate of MacArthur High School in Irving, Texas … Was a member of the National Honor Society, graduating on the honor roll and in the top 10 percent of her class … Participated in Student Council, Adopt-a-Child Foundation, Link Crew (helping freshmen adjust to high school), and was a class officer in her junior and senior years … Voted “most likely to be famous” by her classmates … Also involved in community activities such as canned food drives, welfare kitchen, clothing drives, and a Sept. 11 relief fund … Began playing soccer at age four in the Irving Rec League … Lists most memorable moment in athletics as scoring two goals against Scotland while playing for the United States’ U-16 national team in Ireland … Chose Texas A&M because “the team chemistry was amazing, the coaching staff is amazing and so friendly, and the overall atmosphere at A&M won me over. It’s hard not to love it here” … Majoring in sports management with hopes of one day becoming a soccer coach.
c . currie’s career highs Shots........... 4 twice Goals........... 1 seven times Assists......... 2 vs.Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06 Points........... 4 vs.Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06
What Song(s) Are Playing In Your iPod or CD Player Right Now? usually Texas country or acoustic. But right now its Disney! Were You Named After Anyone? It’s a family name, but for two days Natalie and I were named Baby A and Baby B. Your Favorite Moment Of The 2007-08 Season? so many favorites, but one of the best was Colorado when we came back to beat them 4-2 If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Something like Pink flamingo or Maccroni Yellow. They are so random and everyone loves them because they are different. What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … Wyoming!! I would love to see the mountains it looks amazing. Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? My dad wore 22 growing up playing football.
c . currie’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2005 2006 2007
DNP 22 21
0 0
4 3
4 2
12 8
26 18
.154 .167
15 8
.577 .444
0 1
Total
43
0
7
6
20
44
.159
23
.523
1
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What Is The Silliest Prank You Ever Played On Someone? When I put fake spiders in LG’s bed our freshman year, I got her good!!
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Natalie 2007 — SOPHOMORE
N atalie ann currie Natalie is one of the fastest and most aggressive players that we have at Texas A&M. She has a relentless work rate, is very physical, and is a great teammate.
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Came off the bench to see action in 12 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Converted from forward to defender and helped A&M’s backline post 10 shutouts on the season … Scored third career goal against Kansas (Sept. 30) … Took only other shot on the year against Stephen F. Austin (Nov. 15) … Saw 45 or more minutes against Duke (Sept. 9) and in NCAA Tournament first round action against SFA (Nov. 15).
2006 — FRESHMAN Made an appearance in six of A&M’s 24 matches … Scored first and second goals as an Aggie against Sam Houston State (Sept. 20) … Managed an assist against the Bearkats (Sept. 20) for five points on the season … First Big 12 shot came in the 7-0 shutout of Iowa State (Oct. 20) … Saw post season action in the NCAA Tournament against Grambling State (Nov. 10) … Played 45+ minutes against Sam Houston State (Sept. 20) and Grambling State (Nov. 10) … Took four shots on the season, three on goal.
2005
m i d f iel d er / d e f en d er jr - 2 L • 5 - 4 I r v i n g , Te x a s (MacAr thur) Dallas Inter Soccer Club
Redshirted after suffering a knee injury in preseason workouts.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Lettered three seasons for coach Eric Alonzo at MacArthur High School in Irving … Was a first-team alldistrict midfielder and helped lead her team to the district title her sophomore season … Earned alldistrict honorable mention accolades as a freshman … Played four years of club soccer for the Dallas Inter Soccer Club and coaches Chris Ring and Derek Sutton … Runner-up at the State Cup in 2003 … Team was also a two-time Plano Labor Day Tournament winner … Has been a member of the North Texas ODP team for seven years and was on the Region III ODP squad from 2001-2003 … Attended the adidas US Youth Soccer-ESP National Camp in 2002 … Also played club soccer for the Texas Longhorns (Richardson, Texas) and coach Marshall Houston from 1998-2001.
PERSONAL Natalie Ann Currie was born on March 27, 1987, in Dallas … Daughter of Scott and Martha Currie of Irving, Texas … Has an older brother, Thomas (26), an older sister, Catherine (23), and a twin sister, Cydne (20) … Cydne is a fellow member of the Aggie soccer team’s Class of ’09 … Has six cousins who did or do attend A&M … Grandfather, Thomas Currie, played tennis and football at UT-Arlington … Another grandfather, Daniel Mulvey, played hockey at the University of Houston … A 2005 graduate of
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Q & A with Natalie If Money Were Not An Object, What Would You Do With Your Life? Start my own clothing line.
If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? It would be Target because there is just so much to choose from … probably awhile I would want to process it all. Your Favorite Hangout on Campus? Rudder Tower … because its couches are so comfy I usually fall asleep there between classes. Who Would You Want To Play You In The Movie About Your Life? Reese Witherspoon Thoughts on winning the Big 12 for the fourth-straight year? Excited … it’s not going to come easy it never does its something you have to dig and fight for. Your Favorite Moment Of The 2007-08 Season? Scoring a corner kick … it was kind of an emotional moment for me. What Are Your Favorite Websites To Browse On The Internet? Wikipedia … I like to look up random facts. Your Signature Hairstyle Or Hair Accessory To Wear During A Game? Lots of bobby pins … I spend quite a bit of time getting it just right. Describe the Impact the 12th Man has on the Atmosphere at the Aggie Soccer Stadium? They motivate us throughout the game. They are so supportive and there is no way that we would be as successful without them. They are our biggest fans on and off the field!!! We are so blessed and lucky to have such great support! MacArthur High School in Irving, Texas … Participated in Student Council, Adopt-a-Child Foundation, and Link Crew (helping freshmen adjust to high school) … Was voted “most fashionable” by her classmates … Also involved in community activities such as canned food drives, welfare kitchen, clothing drives, and a Sept. 11 relief fund … Enjoys cooking, sewing, hanging out with friends, watching movies
N. currie’s career highs Shots..........3 vs. Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06 Goals..........2 vs. Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06 Assists........1 vs. Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06 Points..........5 vs. Sam Houston...... 09 / 20 / 06
and playing any sports … Began playing soccer at age four in the Irving Rec League … Chose Texas A&M “because of the unbelievable team spirit, the girls, and the coaching staff. Everything about A&M just seemed right” … Lists most memorable moment in athletics as
posting a hat-trick for her club team in a 6-0 win at a tournament in North Carolina, trading goal-for-goal with her sister, Cydne, who scored the other three … Majoring in sports management and wants to become a mental conditioning coach.
n. currie’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2005 DNP 2006 6 2007 11
0 0
2 1
1 0
5 2
4 2
.500 .500
3 1
.750 .500
0 0
Total
0
3
1
7
6
.500
4
.750
0
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What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? Dorie from Nemo … .I have really bad memory.
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Kelly 2007 — FRESHMAN
kelly eli z abe t h d yer
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This former Gatorade High School Player of the year in
Tennessee and All-American as very good shot-stopping, communication, leadership, and distribution skills, and brings great athletic tools to the position. goalkeeper so-1L • 5-7 G e r m a n t o w n , Te n n . (St. Agnes Academy) Memphis Mercur y Soccer Club
Saw action in goal in seven of the Aggies’ 24 games … Recorded three saves while allowing just one goal through 127.29 minutes played … Registered first career assist on an Elisabeth Jones’ goal in A&M’s 6-1 win over Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Oct. 26) … Replaced Kristin Arnold in goal and made game-saving stop on an Iowa State penalty kick (Nov. 7) to send the Aggies to the Big 12 Championship semifinals.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Played varsity soccer at St. Agnes Academy in Germantown, Tenn. … 2006 Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Tennessee … NSCAA / adidas Girls High School All-American for 2006 … A twotime NSCAA / adidas Girls Youth All-American … Played club soccer for Memphis Mercury and coach Jodi Grant … Was a two-year member of the National Olympic Development Program Team … Fouryear member of the Region III ODP Team … Led St. Agnes to a Division II state championship in 2006 … Named to the Division II Girls all-state soccer team … Honored as the Tennessee Defensive Player of the Year … TSWA all-state soccer team in 2005 … A two-time recipient of the Coaches Leadership Award … Three-time Best of Preps selection … Named to the All-Metro Private schools team in 2004 … Selected All-Tournament West Region and all-state TACA for 2003 and 2004 … Named West Region Division II Goalkeeper of the Year for 2003 and 2005 … Was a 2003 Player of the Year finalist for Best of the Preps and named NSCAA all-region … Four-year member of the Tennessee ODP Team … Toured Mexico with Texas A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson on the Region III ODP Team.
PERSONAL Kelly Elizabeth Dyer was born on April 25, 1989 in Memphis, Tenn … Is the daughter of Steven and Rebecca Dyer … Has an older brother Justin who played soccer at the University of Memphis … Participates in the Make-A-Wish Foundation … Chose Texas A&M because “it is simply amazing! I love all the traditions and history of the University. Once I stepped foot on campus I felt like I was at home. Not only is the school awesome but the soccer team is the No. 1 winning team on campus. I love to win and I love the competitiveness in the Big 12 Conference.” … Major is undecided.
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Q & A with Kelly
If You Could Live Anywhere In The World For A Year, Where Would It Be? A small villa in Italy What Is The Weirdest Thing You Will Ever Admit To Having Done In The Past? Rode a bike off a diving board and into the pool If You Could Be Any Athlete In The World, Who Would You Like To Be? Christiano Ronaldo If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Whitney Hooper because I would LOVE to be the fastest player on the team. What Inspires You? Those who never give up no matter what and those who don’t take no for an answer. What Is Your Favorite Day? Friday … GAME DAY! Your Signature Hairstyle Or Hair Accessory To Wear During A Game? I have to straighten my hair and I have to have pre wrap to hold the little hair back. Describe the Aggie Soccer Philosophy? play and train like champions; not only do we our work on and off the field, we back up the rest of the players and staff as well; we are ONE, if one player falls, we all fall; we accept nothing but the best. Describe the Impact the 12th Man has on the Atmosphere at the Aggie Soccer Stadium? It’s the fuel to our energy; we feed off the fans that are there; they are a huge impact because they give us the energy and support to play better.
dyer’s career highs Saves....................... 1 Minutes Played....... 35 Shots Faced............ 3 Goals Against......... 1
four times vs. Rice......09 / 23 / 07 vs. UWM.....10 / 26 / 07 vs. SFA....... 11 / 15 / 07
dyer’s career stats Goalie
GP
GS
Minutes
GA
GaAvg
Saves
W
L
T
2007
7
0
137:48
1
.655
4
0
0
0
0
Total
7
0
137:48
1
.655
4
0
0
0
0
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If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Pottery Barn. Roughly 5 hours.
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Christy 2007 — FRESHMAN
chris t y m arie en d As a freshman in
20
2007 she was one of our most improved players and quickly
became a big fan favorite since
Came off the bench to see action in six games … Three of the games came during league play … All six appearances were on the Aggies’ backline … Helped A&M post three shutouts … Clocked a season-high 31 minutes against Stephen F. Austin (Nov. 15) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB A four-year letter winner at Nerinx Hall Catholic High School in St. Louis Mo. … Named first team allconference for the Metro Catholic Conference and first team All-Metro area in 2005 … Selected to the 2005 Metro Catholic Conference all-state second team … Named Metro Catholic Conference Honorable Mention in 2004 … 2003 Metro Catholic League second team selection … Played club soccer for St. Louis Soccer Club and coach Scott McDoniel … Led team to a state championship in 2005.
she brings an extra intangible to the Aggie Soccer Stadium with her “flip-throw-in.” d e f en d er so-1L • 5-6 St. Louis, Mo. (Nerinx Hall Catholic) St. Louis Soccer Club
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PERSONAL Christy Marie End was born on October 18, 1988 in St. Louis, Mo. … Daughter of Mike and Debbie End … Has a younger brother Ryan (16) … Four-year member and treasurer of the Fitness Club … Twoyear member of the German Club … Named Top German Student in German 2 for 2004 … Participated in Trend (Teens Against Drugs) … Was a threetime academic honor roll student … Chose Texas A&M because “when I visited I loved the school, the Aggie Spirit, and the atmosphere. I was also very impressed with Coach G and his love for the team and the game.” … Undeclared major … Considering going into marketing or advertising.
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Q & A with Christy What Is Your Life’s Passion? Striving to be the best I can be on and off the field
THE AGGIES
What Is The Silliest Prank You Ever Played On Someone? Put a rubberband around the spray hose in the sink and had my dad turn on the water. Got him soaked! What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Beginning to compete in the advertising and marketing world. What Song(s) Are Playing In Your iPod or CD Player Right Now? Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts and Taylor Swift If You Could Be Any Athlete In The World, Who Would You Like To Be? Kerri Strug What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I took gymnastics for 9 years What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … California because It seems to be an exciting place. What Is Your Biggest Asset You Bring To The Team? My flip throw in. What Inspires You? The quote: “To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.” by: Anatole France Your Signature Hairstyle Or Hair Accessory To Wear During A Game? Braided Ponytail and Prewrap
end’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2007
6
0
0
0
0
0
.000
0
.000
0
Total
6
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
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Amber 2007 — SOPHOMORE
a m ber ashley gnat z ig She’s one of our tri-captains and is a warrior for us in the
4
middle of the pitch, where she’s great at dictating the pace and tempo of the match. d e f en d er / m i d f iel d er JR-2L • 5-6 H u m b l e , Te x a s (Humble) Challenge Soccer Club
Saw action in all 24 of A&M’s matches, making 18 starts in the midfield for the Aggies including the last 16-straight to close out the season … Fired 21 shots on the season, 14 of which were on frame … Scored four goals and registered a career-high four assists totaling 12 points on the year which ranks first among returning players … First goal of the season came in the Aggies’ opener against Dartmouth (Aug. 31) … Headed in second goal of the season, the game-winner, in the Aggies’ 4-2 win over Colorado (Oct. 14) after leaving the game to receive stitches above her right eye … Recorded third and fourth goals against Texas Tech (Oct. 28) and Missouri (Nov. 9) … Saw postseason action in the NCAA Tournament against SFA (Nov. 15) and Texas (Nov. 17) logging 60 or more minutes in each match … Played 90 or more minutes in nine games … Clocked a career-high 110 minutes of playing time against Iowa State (Nov. 7).
2006 — FRESHMAN Made an appearance in 16 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Started five games in the midfield … Sidelined after sustaining a season-ending knee injury against Iowa State (Oct. 20) … Honored as a member of the Big 12 All-Newcomer Team … Named to the Soccer Buzz Central Region All-Freshman team … Scored first collegiate goal against Texas-San Antonio (Aug. 27) … Netted the game-winner a match later in the 3-0 shutout of Illinois (Sept. 1) … Earned first start as an Aggie against Cal State Fullerton (Sept. 15) … Scored third goal as an Aggie against the Titans (Sept. 15) … Clocked a seasonhigh 81 minutes of playing time against Cal State Fullerton (Sept. 15) … Played 50 or more minutes in eight games … Fired 19 shots on the season, 10 on frame … Averaged 1.19 shots per game … Posted a total of 12 points for the season.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
Tri-Captain
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Played freshman and senior seasons for coach Mike Masters at Humble High School … Named Humble High School varsity soccer Team MVP and All-District Team, 2002-2003 … Participated in the ODP National Team Pool (2003-2006) … Member of the 2004 and 2005 NSCAA / adidas youth girls’ All-American Soccer teams … Played for Texas A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson on the South Region Olympic Development Program team … Toured Europe with Stephenson as part of the USYS adidas U17 All-American Select Team (March 2005) … Played for the ODP South Region Team … Was a member of the ODP State Team (2000-2005) … Team CoCaptain for Challenge ’88 (2000-2005) … Member of Division I Challenge ’88 team since Fall 2000 … Played for coach Pat O’Toole and the Challenge Club Travel Team (2003-2005) … Lettered in track and field 2003-2004.
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Gnatzig
Q & A with Amber What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? Cookie Monster
THE AGGIES
What Is Your Favorite Way To Relax From It All? taking a nice long bubble bath What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Hopefully in Africa, doing volunteer work with children. If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Pac Sun, it would take me about an hour to spend it all. What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I got my ear bit off by my dog when I was a toddler, and I had to have plastic surgery on it. If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Green, because it’s my favorite color. Your Wardrobe Consists Of … sweatpants, jeans, and flip-flops. If You Could Eat Lunch With Just One Person, Who Would It Be? Will Farrell, because he is hilarious. Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? I’ve had it forever all through club soccer so I just decided to stick with it.
PERSONAL Amber Ashley Gnatzig was born March 21,1988 in Houston, Texas … Daughter of Brent and Pat Gnatzig of Humble, Texas … Has one sister, Lyndsey (16) … Participated in Student Council … Was Vice-President in 2005 … Was a class officer all four years of high school … Voted Homecoming Queen in the Fall
gnatzig’s career highs Shots..........4 vs UTSA............................08 / 27 / 06 Goals..........1 nine times Assists.......1 six times Points.........3 vs. Sam Houston..............09 / 20 / 06
of 2005 … Named Class Favorite, Ms. Athletic, and Ms. Humble High School senior year … Member of National Charity League … Chose Texas A&M because “As soon as I stepped onto campus I knew it was where I wanted to go, the people were so friendly, the traditions were amazing, it just felt like home to me” … Sport management major.
gnatzig’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2006 2007
16 24
5 18
5 4
2 4
12 12
19 21
.263 .667
10 14
.526 .667
1 1
Total
40
23
9
6
24
40
.225
24
.600
2
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Inge 2007 — FRESHMAN
inge H r d aya har d ing
19
#
Inge has always been
a goal scorer, and she used her freshman season developing
and learning how to score in the college environment.
Came off the bench to see action in 10 games … Four of the games were in conference play … Took six shots, three on frame … Fired off two shots against the College of Charleston (Sept. 2) … Scored first collegiate goal in the Aggies’ 4-1 win over Stephen F. Austin (Nov. 15) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament … Clocked a season-high 34 minutes played against SFA...Took a season-high three shots against the Ladyjacks.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB A four-year letterwinner at Dripping Springs High School … Voted District MVP in 2006 … A two-time first team all-district selection … Named second team All-Centex in 2005 … 2004 All-Centex Newcomer of the Year … Played club soccer for Lonestar Soccer Club and coach Dave “Smitty” Smith … 2005 Orange Classic Champion … Led her team to a runner up finish at the Austin Labor Day Cup in 2005 … 2006 Austin Labor Day Cup Champion.
PERSONAL
f or w ar d S0-1L • 5-8 D r i p p i n g S p r i n g s , Te x a s (Dripping Springs) Lonestar Soccer Club
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Inge Hrdaya Harding was born November 12, 1988 in Portland, Ore. … Is the daughter of James and Susan Harding … Has an older sister Grete (21) … Cousin David Jackson played soccer at the University of Memphis … Received the Academic Achievement Award in 2004 and 2006 … Academic all-district selection and All-A Academic Award recipient in 2005 … Spent all four years on the A-Honor Roll … Member of the Spanish Honor Society … Received the Neal Brady Memorial Award … Chose A&M because … “of the competitive soccer, supportive fans, and they have the top agricultural college in the U.S.” … Is a wildlife and fisheries science major.
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Harding
Q & A with Inge What Is Your Life’s Passion? Working with animals
THE AGGIES
What Is Your Favorite Cereal? Lucky Charms What Is Your Favorite Way To Relax From It All? Swimming, fishing, and being outdoors What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Graduate school or working at a conservation organization. If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Ikea, a few hours. If You Could Be Any Athlete In The World, Who Would You Like To Be? David Beckham What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I am in love with turtles and own three. Thoughts on winning the Big 12 for the fourth-straight year? It shows others how consistent we are and we don’t settle for anything less. If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Kristin because she is so tall and crazy. On The Weekends I Like To … Kayak, fish, and hang out / relax with friends.
harding’s career highs Shots..............3 vs. SFA................. 11 / 15 / 07 Goals..............2 vs SFA................. 11 / 15 / 07 Points.............2 vs SFA..................11 / 15 / 07
harding’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2007
10
0
1
0
2
6
.167
3
.500
0
Total
10
0
1
0
2
6
.167
3
.500
0
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Whitney w hi t ney d eann hooper Whitney is our fastest and most exciting attacking
6
player. She is a game breaker; the player that can single-handedly break down an athletic, well organized opponent. f or w ar d S0-1L • 5-4 H o u s t o n , Te x a s (Klein-For est) Klein Challenge Soccer Club
2007 — FRESHMAN Came off the bench to see action in 22 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Scored first collegiate goal and logged first career assist in A&M’s 2-1 win over West Virginia (Sept. 14) earning her Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week honors … Tallied three more assists on the year against Missouri (Sept. 28), Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Oct. 26) and Texas Tech (Oct. 28) … Fired off 19 shots, placing 10 on frame … Clocked 45 or more minutes in four games … Logged a season-high 52 minutes against West Virginia (Sept. 14) and Tulsa (Sept. 21).
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Played varsity soccer for Klein-Forest High school … Selected first vteam all-district … Named District MVP … Played club soccer for Klein Challenge and coach Pat O’Toole … Invited to the U-20 National Team training camp in 2006 … Member of the U-17 and U-16 National Teams … A two-year participant on the Region III Team … Selected for the National Olympic Development Program Pool in 2003 … Two-time member of the STYSA Olympic Development State Team … Played for Texas A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson on the South Region ODP Team.
PERSONAL Whitney Deann Hooper was born August 30, 1988 in Houston, Texas … Daughter of Brenda Hooper … Has an older brother Chadd (29) … Chose Texas A&M because “I love the tradition.” … Is a general studies major with an interest in business management.
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Q & A with Whitney What Is Your Life’s Passion? My life’s passion is to take care of my mom.
Who Would You Want To Play You In The Movie About Your Life? Gabriele Union What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I like going camping. What Super-Power Would You Most Like To Have And Why? To be invisible. Thoughts on winning the Big 12 for the fourth-straight year? Amazing, and we will continue to carry on the legacy. Your Favorite Moment Of The 2007-08 Season? When our seniors left the field at the same time against Baylor. If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Kristin Arnold because I want to know what it feels like to be a goalkeeper. What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … Time Square because I heard it’s total chaos up there. Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? 6 because I want something different. It’s a new me.
hooper’s career highs Shots....... 3 Goals....... 1 Assists.... 1 Points...... 3
vs. Iowa State.......... 10 / 19 / 07 vs West Virginia...... 09 / 14 / 07 four times vs West Virginia...... 09 / 14 / 07
hooper’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2007
21
0
1
4
6
19
.053
10
.526
0
Total
21
0
1
4
6
19
.053
10
.526
0
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What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? Sponge Bob
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Nicole 2007 — SOPHOMORE
nicole kay ke t chu m She is one of our tri-captains
8
and is fast, great in the air, is a very good tackler and one-onone defender. This season I expect her to lead our defense and step up and score goals in key moments. d e f en d er JR-2L • 5-9 C y p r e s s , Te x a s (Cy-Fair) Challenge Soccer Club
One of five Aggies to start all 24 of A&M’s games … All 24 starts came on the backline … Named to the Soccer Buzz All-Central Region first team … Named to the Academic All-Big 12 first team … Helped the Aggies’ post a league-best 10 shutouts on the season … Five of the 10 shutouts came in conference play … Scored five goals on the year, including two consecutive game-winners in the Aggies’ 2-1 win over Oklahoma State (Oct. 4) and 1-0 win over Oklahoma (Oct. 7) … Named to the Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week and garnered Defensive Player of the Week honors (Oct. 1-7) … Her five goals ranks first among returning players … Tallied 10 points on the season which ranks second among returning players … Fired off 24 shots, placing 13 on frame … Logged 90+ minutes in all but four games … Clocked a season-high 110 minutes in both of the Aggies’ 1-1 draws against Penn State (Sept. 16) and Iowa State (Nov. 7) in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals … Averaged a shot per game … Honored at A&M’s Annual CHAMPS Awards Banquet as a Texas A&M/Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year.
2006 — FRESHMAN Clocked playing time in 21 of A&M’s 24 matches … Started 14 games on the Aggie backline including 12 consecutive to closeout the season … Honored as a member of the Big 12 All-Newcomer Team … Listed on the Top Drawer Soccer Women’s College All-Rookie first team … First career start came to open Big 12 play against Baylor (Sept. 22) … Scored two goals a game later against Texas Tech (Sept. 24) … Including the game winner in the 4-2 victory over the Red Raiders … Scored third career goal against Oklahoma State (Sept. 27) … Logged 90 minutes or more of playing time nine times … Spent 106 minutes on the field during the Big 12 Championship game against Colorado (Nov. 3) … Managed 12 shots on the season with six on goal … Totaled eight points for the year … Honored at A&M’s annual CHAMPS Award Banquet as a Texas A&M / Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
Tri-Captain
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Played for coach Pat O’Toole and the Challenge Club for six years … Played three years on the Challenge travel team … A five-year member of the South Texas State ODP team, and a four-year member of the Region lll ODP team (2003-2005) … Participated on the STYSA Olympic Development State Team (2001-2005) … Played for A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson on the South Region ODP team … Soccer team was the Snickers Regional runners-up (2003, 2004) … Took part in the 2003 ESP Camp … Lettered freshman year for Heath Mannuel at Cy-Fair High School.
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Ketchum
Q & A with Nicole
What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? Tweety What Was The Last Book You Read? Velvet Elvis What Is The Weirdest Thing You Will Ever Admit To Having Done In The Past? Dressed up with my roommates in my Dad’s Jordan collection clothes and shoes then went to rent a movie from Blockbuster where we were mistakenly hit on by 13 year-old girls. Who Would You Want To Play You In The Movie About Your Life? Mandy Moore What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I am a Native American and dress up and attend pow wow’s over Memorial Day weekend.
PERSONAL Nicole Kay Ketchum was born February 27, 1988 in Bakersfield, Calif. … Daughter of Kent and Sandy Ketchum of Cypress, Texas … Has one sister, Katie, who is a member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2008 … .Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cy-Fair High School in Cypress, Texas … Was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society and Senior Women … .A seven-year member of Yellow Rose chapter of National Charity League … Served as class president senior year … .Involved in Young Life at Cy-Fair, and hopes to continue her involvement in College Station along side her sister … Began playing soccer at the age of four … Chose Texas A&M because of the “incredible spirit and camaraderie of the team, coaches, and the overall Aggie family. I love the tradition and amazing atmosphere that makes A&M so awesome, and couldn’t ask for a better place to be attending college” … Majoring in sport management … Hopes to work for her family’s business.
ketchum’s career highs Shots............4 twice Goals............2 at Texas Tech.......... 09 / 24 / 06 Assists.........1 twice Points...........4 at Texas Tech.......... 09 / 24 / 06
If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Electric Green If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Cydne Currie because I would like to know what it is like to be a twin. Plus she has someone who can take her place if she does not want to go somewhere. If You Could Eat Lunch With Just One Person, Who Would It Be? Max Lucado What Inspires You? Knowing that the only thing that holds me back from accomplishing anything is doubt. To You, What Is The Aggie Soccer Philosophy? One of us is never as good as all of us.
ketchum’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2006 2007
21 24
14 24
3 5
2 0
8 10
12 24
.250 .208
6 13
.500 .542
1 2
Total
45
38
8
2
18
36
.222
19
.528
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What Is The Silliest Prank You Ever Played On Someone? I put a rubber band around the sprayer on the kitchen sink so when my sister went to turn on the water to do the dishes it sprayed all over her.
THE AGGIES
Emily 2007 Redshirted after sustaining a foot injury.
2006 — SOPHOMORE
e m ily eli z abe t h pe t erson
16
#
During her career in
Aggieland, Emily has been a
keystone of our defense as our left back. When she is healthy, she is one of the very best left backs in the nation. d e f en d er Jr-2L • 5-7 Tu l s a , O k l a . (Jenks) Tu l s a S o c c e r C l u b
Appeared in all 24 of the Aggies’ matches this season … Made 23 starts on the Aggie backline … Named to the All-Big 12 and Academic All-Big 12 first teams … Listed as a member of the Soccer Buzz All-Central Region second team … Earned NSCAA / adidas All-Central Region third team accolades … Named to the ESPN The Magazine / CoSIDA Academic All-District first team … Helped lead the Aggie defense to a Big 12 best 12 shutouts … Five of the 12 shutouts came in league play … Fired a career-high nine shots on the season … Six of the nine shots were on goal … Logged 90 minutes or more in 11 of A&M’s contests … Honored at A&M’s annual CHAMPS Award Banquet as a Texas A&M / Verizon Outstanding Athletics Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of a perfect 4.0 semester GPR … Received the team’s “Defensive MVP” award at the team’s annual banquet in March.
2005 — FRESHMAN Played in 21 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Registered 11 starts, the most among the freshman class … Notched four assists and one goal on just five shots, with four on frame … First assist came in the first game of the season against SFA (Aug. 26) … Second assist was to Kat Krambeer for the game winner in the 3-2 victory over Missouri (Sept. 23) … Scored first career goal on just her first shot of the season in the 1-1 draw against Oklahoma State (Oct. 16), where she logged a career-high 110 minutes … Chipped in a career-high two assists against Northwestern State in the NCAA Tournament (Nov. 11) … Honored at A&M’s annual CHAMPS Awards Banquet as a Texas A&M / Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year … Received the “Newcomer of the Year” award at the team’s annual banquet in April, which is given to the newcomer who had the largest impact on the field.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Lettered three seasons for coach Mike Carney at Jenks High School in Jenks, Okla. … Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Oklahoma in both her junior and senior seasons (2003-2004) … A 2004 NSCAA / adidas High School All-American … Named NSCAA / adidas Oklahoma Player of the Year in 2004 … An all-district, all-metro, all-state and NSCAA/adidas all-region selection … Nominated for the 2004 Jenks High School Wendy’s Heisman award … Led the Trojans to three straight district championships and to the state championship match three times, winning the title as a sophomore … Played club soccer for the Tulsa Soccer Club and coach Gene Jackson … Won six state championships in eight seasons with the club … Has been a member of the Oklahoma ODP state team for six seasons and the
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Peterson
Q & A with Emily What Is The Silliest Prank You Ever Played On Someone? I let some friends of mine hide my arm sticking out of a girl on the basketball team’s locker in high school. It scared her half to death.
THE AGGIES
If Money Were Not An Object, What Would You Do With Your Life? Buy my own plane and personally fly my friends and family around the world. Your Favorite Hangout On Campus? The pond behind George Bush Library. If You Could Live Anywhere In The World For A Year, Where Would It Be? Berlin What Super-Power Would You Most Like To Have And Why? I would like to fly. It would be an exhilarating experience, and you could avoid traffic. Thoughts on winning the Big 12 for the fourth-straight year? It’s a fantastic feeling. Not many people can claim having won a single Big 12 championship, but having won four is a tremendous feat. We work hard and have been blessed with being rewarded with success. What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … Montana. It looks like a beautiful and relaxing place for someone who loves the outdoors.
Region III ODP team for the last five years … Attended the adidas US Youth Soccer-ESP National Camp in 2003 … Played for A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson on the ’86 South Regional ODP Team along with current teammates Melissa Garey, Linda Pierson, Amy Berend, Kelly Wilmoth and Sara Albrecht.
If You Could Eat Lunch With Just One Person, Who Would It Be? Stephen Colbert Why Did You Chose Texas A&M? The 12th Man!! There is no better women’s soccer atmosphere in the world!
PERSONAL Emily Elizabeth Peterson was born on July 31, 1986, in Bartlesville, Okla. … Daughter of Dennis and Peggy Peterson of Tulsa, Okla. … Has two older brothers, Eric (29) and Adam (26) … Has three cousins who have attended A&M, including Scott Peterson, who was a sprinter on the Aggie track team, and Dan Blanchard, who was a member of the men’s swimming team … Six cousins have played intercollegiate sports … Uncle, Dick Blanchard, played football at the University of Tulsa and for the NFL’s New England Patriots … Another uncle, David Peterson, played tennis at Oklahoma State University … Salutatorian of the Class of 2005 at Jenks High School … Was an AP Scholar, an Oklahoma Academic Scholar, and a member of Who’s Who Among American High School Students, the Oklahoma High School Honor Society, and the National Honor Roll … Participated in Student Council, Fellowship of Christian
peterson’s career highs Shots........2 Goals........1 Assists......2 Points........2
four times vs. Oklahoma State.... 10 / 16 / 05 vs. NW State...............11 / 11 / 05 twice
Describe the Impact the 12th Man has on the Atmosphere at the Aggie Soccer Stadium? The atmosphere is surreal. When you step out into the lights and see the crowd surrounding the field and doing the yells you know you are living a dream. You realize what an extraordinary place Texas A&M is.
Athletes, Drug-Free Youth, Spanish Club and Pre-Med Society … Was voted “most athletic” by her classmates … Volunteered with the American Red Cross, the Parent Child Center of Tulsa, The Outreach Program for Soccer (TOPSoccer) and Up with Trees … Enjoys movies and playing any sports … Began playing soccer at age five for the Bartlesville Rec League … Most memorable
athletic moment was scoring the game-winning goal off a half-volley in overtime for her club team in the state championship match … Chose Texas A&M because “the girls are awesome and I believe the team has the potential to win a national championship. On my official visit I was blown away by the fan support” … Is an accounting major.
peterson’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2005 2006 2007
21 24 DNP
11 23
1 0
4 0
6 0
5 9
.200 .000
4 6
.800 .667
0 0
Total
45
34
1
4
6
14
.071
10
.714
0
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Sarah 2007 Redshirted.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
SARAH JEAN p I E R son She used her redshirt
21
well, becoming stronger, more skilled and is now an integral member of our team’s great chemistry. G O A L K E E P er Fr-RS • 5-7 M i s s o u r i C i t y, Te x a s (Homeschool) Eclipse Soccer Club
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Played club soccer for the Eclipse and coach Mac McCallum … Served as three-year captain … Help team advance to the quarterfinals of the Snickers South Regional Soccer Championship in 2006 … Led her team to a state championship in 2005 … Four-time member of the South Texas State Team … Member of the Regional Olympic Development Pool for 2005-2006 … Played for Texas A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson with the Region III ODP Team against Texas A&M.
PERSONAL Sarah Jean Pierson was born on October 9, 1988 in Missouri City, Texas … Is the daughter of Paul ’78 and Barbara ’77 Pierson … Has three siblings: John (26), Laura (24) and Linda (21) … John was a kicker on the Texas A&M football team in 2002 … Linda was a fivetime Big 12 Champion on the Texas A&M soccer team … Uncle Carl Grulich ’79 was also played football for Texas A&M … Earned her high school degree and graduated with the homeschool class of 2007 … Competed in the Youth and Government State Competition as a trial lawyer in 2007 … Ranked No. 1 in district and in the state as a trial lawyer for the Texas Youth and Government from 2004-2005 … Coaches youth gymnastics and tumbling … Chose A&M because “I have been an Aggie my whole life! After watching John and Linda play Aggie sports, how could anywhere else feel like home? The traditions, camaraderie, team, and the campus all tied into my decision.” … Will major in marketing to get into the business side of sports.
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Pierson
Q & A with Sarah What Is Your Favorite Way To Relax From It All? Either on a beach relaxing or going on a long horseback ride in Montana.
THE AGGIES
What Do You Think You Will Be Doing Five Years From Now? Hopefully working somewhere were I am happy and working with either children or animals. If You Could Live Anywhere In The World For A Year, Where Would It Be? Either Spain, Italy, or New Zealand What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I was Homeschooled for 13 years If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Kelly Dyer, I would love to see the world the way she does! What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … I want to go to New York City because who wouldn’t want to visit Times Square? What Are Your Favorite Websites To Browse On The Internet? AggieAthletics.com What Inspires You? Watching Englishmen play soccer the way it should be … beautiful! Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? Well, my brother was number 21 on the football team and so was my sister when she played soccer here. Describe the Aggie Soccer Philosophy? 1.5 – give all your effort and half of your teammates.
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Laura Grace laura grace robinson She is a fantastic attacking force coming out
North Carolina (Nov. 25) … Added an assist against Virginia (Nov. 17) … Totaled 34 shots on the season, 18 on frame … Averaged 2.12 shots per game … Honored at A&M’s annual CHAMPS Award Banquet as a Texas A&M / Verizon Outstanding Athletics Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of a perfect 4.0 semester GPR.
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2005 — FRESHMAN Played in 23 of the team’s 24 matches … Did not register a start, but came off the bench to play at least 40 minutes in 11 separate games … Recorded a total of three goals and three assists on 41 shots … First collegiate assist came in the first game of the season against SFA (Aug. 26) … Scored goals in the 3-0 shutout of East Carolina University (Sept. 9) and 7-0 shutout of Texas Tech (Oct. 23) … Added another assist in the 3-2 win over Big 12 opponent Kansas (Sept. 25) … Final assist of the season came in the 6-2 victory over Oklahoma (Oct. 14) … Scored the final goal, a header, in the postseason win over Northwestern State (Nov. 11) … Took a career best five shots on three different occasions … First among the freshman in points tallied (9) … Awarded Big 12 Newcomer of the Week honors (Oct. 24-30) … Named to the All-Big 12 Newcomer Team … Honored at A&M’s Annual CHAMPS Awards Banquet as a Texas A&M / Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year.
of the midfield, but has also played on the front line for us and has set up and scored some great goals. M I DF I E L D E R sr - 3 L • 5 - 7 H o u s t o n , Te x a s (Memorial) Challenge Soccer Club
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
2007 — JUNIOR Saw action in all 24 of the Aggies’ games, making 15 starts in the midfield … Named to the Academic All-Big 12 first-team … Scored three goals and chipped in three assists totaling nine points on the season … First goal of the year served as the game-winner in the Aggies’ 2-0 win over Duke (Sept. 9) … Also scored goals against Rice (Sept. 23) and Kansas (Sept. 30) … Recorded assists against Tulsa (Sept. 21), Kansas (Sept. 30) and Nebraska (Oct. 21) … Fired 55 shots on the year, with 16 on frame … Averaged 2.29 shots per game … Logged five games with 80 or more minutes played … Clocked a season-high 90 minutes in three games … Honored at A&M’s Annual CHAMPS Awards Banquet as a Texas A&M/Verizon Athletic Scholar … Earned the award by maintaining a GPA of at least 3.0 over the calendar year.
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2006 — SOPHOMORE Appeared in 16 of the Aggies’ 24 matches … Started 14 in the midfield … Was sidelined for eight games (Sept. 15-Oct. 13) due to a foot injury … Longest outing (104 min) came against Penn State (Sept. 3) … Logged seven games with 80 or more minutes played … Scored two goals against Texas-San Antonio (Aug. 27) … Including the game winner in the game’s 29th minute … Logged an assist in the 7-0 shutout of the Roadrunners, as well (Aug. 27) … Added another assist one game later against Illinois (Sept. 1) … Scored the game-winning goal against Nebraska (Oct. 13) … Netted two goals in NCAA Tournament play, one against SMU (Nov. 12) and another against
Played as a freshman and sophomore for coach Kim Kiefling at Memorial High School in Houston … Despite not playing high school soccer in her junior and senior years, was a two-time N S C A A / a d i d a s A l l America selection in 2003 and 2004 … Was co-captain of the Eclipse 85 club team in Houston … Also played for coach Pat O’Toole and the Klein Challenge 86 and 87 club teams … Led her club teams to seven state championships, three regional tournaments, a WAGS Championship, Surf Cup Finals and the Alamo Cup Championship … Member of the United States U-16 team, U-17 team and U-19 national team pool … Participated on the Region III ODP team for the last three years … Was team captain in 2004 … A five-year member of the STYSA State ODP team … Attended the adidas US Youth Soccer-ESP National Camp in 2002 … Played for A&M Assistant Coach Phil Stephenson on the 87 South Regional ODP Team … Also lettered in track and field at Memorial
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Q & A with Laura Grace
What Is Your Favorite Cereal? Honey Nut Cheerios What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? The Wardrobe in Beauty and the Beast If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Nordstroms, probably a day … Your Favorite Hangout On Campus? Any bench in the middle of campus- I love sitting and watching people. If You Could Live Anywhere In The World For A Year, Where Would It Be? London If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Turquoise What Is One Place In The U.S. You Would Like To Visit And Why … Chicago- I love big cities and have heard it is beautiful and a really fun place for young people.
and holds the school record as a member of the 4x800-meter relay team.
Why You Chose Your Jersey Number And Any Significant Meaning Behind It? I was always 23, which was taken, so 2 + 3 is 5.
PERSONAL Laura Grace Robinson was born on February 26, 1987, in Houston … Daughter of Charles and Nancy Robinson of Houston … Has an older brother, Graham (23) … Two cousins, Will and David Phillips, attended A&M … Grandfather, Ralph Ellsworth, played football and track at the University of Texas … Another grandfather, Charlie Robinson, played track and football while attending West Point … A 2005 cum laude graduate of Memorial High School in Houston … Was a member of the National Honor Society, Vice President of High School Students for Bush, the Modern British Literature Club, and the Mustang Grilling Club … Community activities include a Bible study leader for eighth graders, a freshman Young Life leader, and a camp counselor at the Houston Racquet Club … Began playing soccer
robinson’s career highs Shots..............6 vs. Penn State...... 09 / 16 / 07 Goals..............2 vs UTSA............... 08 / 27 / 06 Assists...........1 11 times Points.............5 vs UTSA............... 08 / 27 / 06
Describe the Aggie Soccer Philosophy? One team, one goal.
at age four on an all boys team in Richmond, Texas … Lists most memorable athletic moment as winning her first state championship in soccer in 1999 and going to the AAU national championships in basketball in 2000 … Chose Texas A&M because “the girls on
the team are awesome and the team chemistry is great. The quality of people, from the coaches to the players, is amazing, the level of play is high and the team has the potential to win championships” … Finance major.
robinson’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2005 2006 2007
23 16 24
0 14 15
3 5 3
3 5 3
9 15 9
41 34 55
.073 .147 .055
16 18 16
.390 .529 .291
0 2 1
Total
63
29
11
11
33
130
.085
50
.385
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If Money Were Not An Object, What Would You Do With Your Life? Travel the world, stay at amazing hotels, have incredible adventures, and take photographs of it all
THE AGGIES
Rachel rachel kat herine shipley She was our 2007 Newcomer
7
of the Year as a freshman earned the starting role on our right flank, and then was a key figure for us during the spring as a central midfielder. m i d f iel d er / f or w ar d so-1L • 5-6 P l a n o , Te x a s (Plano West) D a l l a s Te x a n s Soccer Club
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2007- FRESHMAN Clocked playing time in all 24 of the Aggies’ matches, making 12 starts … Led the freshman class in scoring with two goals while chipping in a team third-best six assists … Named to the Big 12 All-Newcomer Team … Selected as a member of the All-Freshmen Central Region team … Scored first collegiate goal in the Aggies’ 4-2 win over Colorado earning her Big 12 Newcomer of the Week honors … Second goal of the season, the game-winner, came in the semifinal round of the Big 12 Tournament in A&M’s 4-1 win over Missouri … Tallied 10 points on the season, which ranked second on the team among returning players … Recorded 37 shots, 18 on frame … Averaged 1.54 shots per game … Logged 75 or more minutes in four games … Played a season-high 90 minutes against Texas (Nov. 17) in second round of the NCAA Tournament … Earned the team’s Newcomer of the Year award at the team’s annual banquet in April.
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB A four-year letterwinner at Plano West High School … Honored as the NSCAA / adidas Girls National High School Scholar Athlete of the Year … Member of the NSCAA / adidas High School All-America Soccer Team … Member of the NSCAA / adidas Scholar All-America Soccer Team … Named the NSCAA / adidas Texas Girls High School Player of the Year in 2006 … In 2005 was named to the NSCAA / adidas Girls Youth All-America Soccer Team … Member of the Region III Olympic Development Program Team from 2003-2007 … Traveled to Vera Cruz, Mexico for international matches coached by Texas A&M assistant coach Phil Stephenson … A five-year member of the North Texas ODP Team … Will compete in the 2007 ODP National Championships … Served as her high school team’s captain for two years … Named District Newcomer of the Year … Named District Offensive MVP … Named All-Collin County, all-area and all-region … Was a three-time all-district selection … Played for coach Kenny Medina and the Dallas Texans from 2000-2007 … Led them to USYS Nationals in 2005 and 2006.
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Shipley
Q & A with Rachel What Is Your Favorite Cereal? lucky charms
If You Were Given A $10,000 Gift Card To One Store, Which Store Would It Be And How Long Would It Take You To Spend It? Super Wal-Mart … I would spend it pretty quickly they have everything! What Song Best Describes You When You First Wake Up In The Morning? Bad Day by Daniel Powter … I’m not a morning person! What Is Your Favorite Word And Why? Dessert! Because it means we won our game and can get dessert! What Is One Random Fact About You That No One Could Guess By Looking At You? I used to play the violin for a year in middle school. I hope no one can guess that! Your Favorite Moment Of The 2007-08 Season? When we beat Texas, ranked number one at the time, on our home field while playing down a player. If You Could Trade Places With One Of Your Teammates, Who Would It Be And Why? Hooper. I would love to know how it feels to blow past someone. Why Did You Chose Texas A&M? I’ve always loved A&M and knew I wanted to be apart of something bigger than myself. It’s like one big family. The atmosphere on campus and at our home games is incomparable; the support of the 12th Man is such a big part of the university. Your Favorite Aggie Tradition? The Aggie War Hymn PERSONAL Rachel Katherine Shipley was born on August 5, 1989 in Fort Worth, Texas … Daughter of Todd ’80 and Melissa ’81 Shipley … Has two siblings Riley (14) and Ridge (12) … Grandfather Dr. John J. Koldus served as Texas A&M’s Vice President for Student Ser-
vices for 20 years and was a football All-American at Arkansas State … Uncle Ray Childress was a football All-American at A&M … Member of National Honor Society and French National Honor Society … Selected HOBY Sophomore Student Leader … Ranked in the top five percent of her graduating class … Chose A&M be-
shipley’s career highs Shots..............5 Goals..............1 Assists...........1 Points.............3
twice twice six times vs Colorado......... 10 / 14 / 07
cause … “I love the traditions and spirit of Aggieland. I grew up in an Aggie family and I have always wanted to be apart of Texas A&M. You cannot find the atmosphere on campus anywhere else. It is one big family.” … Business major.
shipley’s career stats Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2007
24
12
2
6
10
37
.054
18
.486
1
Total
24
12
2
6
10
37
.054
18
.486
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What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? sleepy
THE AGGIES
Micah 2007 — JUNIOR
m icah lea s t ephens
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Micah was probably our
best defender in 2007 and we
have even higher hopes for her this year for her senior season. She obviously has great skills as a defender, but she’s also a wonderful player for us in attack. d e f en d er sr - 3 L • 5 - 9 F l o w e r M o u n d , Te x a s (Flower Mound) Sting Royal Soccer Club
One of five Aggies to start all of the Aggies’ 24 games … All 24 starts came on the backline … Helped A&M registered a Big 12-best 10 shutouts on the season … Five of the 10 shutouts came in league play … Recorded third career assist in the Aggies’ 6-0 win over Rice (Sept. 23) … Took only shot of the season against Colorado (Oct. 14) … Logged 90 or more minutes in all but five games … Clocked a career-high 110 minutes in both of the Aggies’ 1-1 draws against Penn State (Sept. 16) and Iowa State (Nov. 7) in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals … Earned the team’s Defensive MVP award at the team’s annual banquet in April.
2006 — SOPHOMORE One of just two Aggies to start all 24 games … All starts came on A&M’s backline … Helped lead the Aggie defense to a Big 12 best 12 shutouts … Five of the 12 shutouts came in league play … Registered first career assist to open Big 12 play against Baylor (Sept. 22) … Second assist of the season came against Colorado (Oct. 6) … Logged 90 minutes or more in 12 matches … Totaled a career-best 10 shots, eight on frame … Fired three shots in the postseason, two against SMU (Nov. 12) and one against North Carolina (Nov. 25).
2005 — FRESHMAN Played in 19 games for the Aggies, registering nine starts on the backline … Took just three shots on the season with one on frame … Had a streak of four consecutive Big 12 starts (Texas, Iowa State, No. 23 Nebraska and Oklahoma) … First career postseason start came against SMU (Nov. 13) … Clocked a career-best 90 minutes against Iowa State (Oct. 7).
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Lettered three years for Flower Mound High School and coach Shannon Glidwell … Was a two-time first-team all-district selection and was honored as the district’s defensive most valuable player in each of her last two seasons … A second-team all-area selection her sophomore year … Played club soccer in Richardson, Texas, for Sting ’87 Royal and head coach Tatu … Helped lead her club team to the state championship in each of her six seasons played … Club titles won include the Disney Showcase championship (twice) and the Alamo Classic championship.
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Stephens
Q & A with Micah What Is Your Favorite Cereal? Honey Nut Cheerios
THE AGGIES
What Cartoon Character Best Describes You? Goofy What Was The Last Book You Read? The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini Your Favorite Hangout On Campus? Any bench under a big shade tree What Is Your Favorite Word? Rendezvous Who Would You Want To Play You In The Movie About Your Life? Katherine Heigl If You Were A Crayon, What Color Would You Be? Tickle Me Pink What Are Your Favorite Websites To Browse On The Internet? Wikipedia … it solves everything! Your Signature Hairstyle Or Hair Accessory To Wear During A Game? Messy bun, anything to keep my hair out of my face. Your Favorite Aggie Tradition? Muster
PERSONAL Micah Lea Stephens was born on December 2, 1986 in Charlotte, N.C. … A member of Flower Mound High School’s class of 2005 … Daughter of Mike and Mary Stephens of Flower Mound, Texas … Has an older sister, Meredith (23) … Father, Mike, played football at New
Mexico State University … Most memorable moment in athletics was scoring the sixth penalty kick in the 2005 regional finals against her club team’s rival, the Texans, to send Sting ’87 Royal to the national tournament … Starting playing soccer at age four in Lubbock, Texas … Is a first-
generation Aggie … Chose Texas A&M because of the traditions, the friendly campus atmosphere, the great academic programs and the team’s chemistry … Enjoys running and reading in her spare time … Is majoring in nutrition science.
stephens’ career stats stephens’ career highs Assists.........................1...............three times Shots............................2...............three times
Offense
GP
GS
G
A
Pts
Shots
Shot%
SOG
SOG%
GW
2005 2006 2007
19 24 24
9 24 24
0 0 0
0 2 1
0 2 1
3 10 1
.000 .000 .000
1 8 0
.333 .800 .000
0 0 0
Total
67
57
0
3
3
14
.000
9
.643
0
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What Coach G Says About
THE AGGIES
the 2008 newcomers holding midfielder and goal scoring threat
RACHAEL BALAGUER
with her lethal shot.
Rachael has played as a dynamic central midfielder for her club team but also has ex-
ALYSSA MAUTZ
perience as an outside midfielder and attack
Alyssa is one of our most exciting newcom-
minded defender with the USYSA Region III
ers. This summer she gained valuable ex-
ODP team.
perience playing with the USA U20 National Team as a forward, outside midfielder and
Sha wn-tae Greene
outside back.
Shawn-tae has the potential to be that “WOW” player for us in 2008 and beyond due
RAVEN TATUM
to her amazing speed and physical gifts.
Raven fits into our overall team style of quick possession play and will be a major threat to
KATIE HAMILTON
score on set-piece plays.
Katie is very skillful and composed in attack, and has experience as a forward and attack-
BETH WEST
ing midfielder. She can score goals herself
Beth is quick, ultra-skillful, and dynamic with
with 1v1 prowess and/or set up her team-
and without the ball. Her vision to find team-
mates due to her great passing skills.
mates in dangerous positions and her ability
Rebecca Herrera
to probe opposing defenses and deliver the
Rebecca is a big-time defender and was
ball to teammates in scoring positions makes
recently selected first-team all-state in Colo-
her a very special player.
rado after leading her team’s stingy defense
CARLY WOHLERS
in the state championship.
Carly is a very versatile left-footed threat for us. She can play anywhere on our left flank
JENNIFER KMEZICH Jennifer is skillful, powerful in the air, and
MEGAN MAJEWSKI
(midfield, defense or as a winger).
fearless and is accustomed to scoring big
We first noticed Megan when she came to
goals in big games.
the Texas A&M Soccer Camp with her team
Brianne Young
— a boy’s team! She was the most exciting
Brianne is everything that you look for
Lisel Kraus
player on that team and soon changed over
in a great defender — she’s tough, fast,
Lisel is a physically powerful player who is
to the TSC Challenge Soccer Club, where
great in the air, a great leader and wonderful
only going to get better in our environment.
she’s continued to develop into a great
teammate!
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Rachael Balaguer HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
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PERSONAL Rachael Victoria Balaguer was born September 25, 1989 in San Jose, California … Daughter of Scott and Debbie Balaguer … Has two siblings: David (16) and Zack (13) … Dad Scott played football at Northeastern University … Was a member of College Prep classes Honor Roll (2004-07) … Was sophomore class representative for the Student Government … Member of the Young Republicans Club … Chose A&M because, “I have wanted to go here since I was a little girl. I wanted to go to a school with a team that is not only great athletes and competitors, but also good people.” … Majoring in veterinary medicine.
Shawn-tae Greene S ha w n - tae nicole green E
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d efen d E R • fr - H S • 5 - 7 Mesa, Ariz. (Dobson) Gilber t Arsenal Soccer Club
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
PERSONAL
Four-year starter for Dobson High School’s Varsity Soccer Team … Was also a 2006-07 100 meter state champion … Helped lead team to third place in AAU Nationals for the 4x100 meter relay in 2004-05 … Holds three school records for the 100, 200, and 4x100 … Selected first team all-region and second team all-state … Named the team’s MVP and leading goal scorer … Three-year Region Champion … Played club soccer for Gilbert Arsenal and Coach Matt Smith … 2001-02 State Champion … 2001-02 Regional Runner-up … A two-year participant on the Olympic Development Program Pool … Wendy’s High School Heisman State Finalist.
Shawn-tae Nicole Greene was born March 2, 1990 … Daughter of Mark and Sandra Greene … Has a brother Michael (14) … Was an AP Scholar … Member of Black Student Union … Ranked in top five percent of graduating class … Two-year member of Student Council … National Honor Society Historian / Public Relations officer … Twoyear Key Club Member … Member of National Society of High School Scholars … Chose A&M because, “It just felt right. It’s hard to explain, but I literally just knew this is where I was supposed to go.” … Majoring in kinesiology.
Katie Hamilton HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
kat ie preis ha m ilt on Mi d f iel d er / f or w ar d FR-HS • 5-7
3
Played for Assistant Coach Phil Stephenson at Pomona, Calif. Interregional Olympic Development Program Event … Invited to tour Europe with the Region III Olympic Development Program Team (2008) … Member of the South Texas State ODP Team (2002-07) … Played on the TSC Challenge 90 Team … Served as co-captain of the TSC Challenge 90 (2005-08) … Led TSC Challenge Team to six state championships … Southern Regionals Quarterfinalist (2004, 2006-07) … USYSNC State Cup Champions (2004-07) … Snickers State Cup Champions (2001-02) … EDDOA League Champions (2000-07) …
Member of Challenge Travel Team (2005-07) … Also played on her high school’s Varsity basketball team for three years … Was team co-captain … Earned Defensive Player of the Year, MVP tournament and first team all-district honors … Member of high school’s varsity cross country team.
PERSONAL Katie Preis Hamilton was born October 10, 1989 in Houston, Texas … Daughter of Neil and Elaine Hamilton … Has a sister Krista (20) … Major is undecided.
S p r i n g , Te x a s ( K l e i n ) TSC Challenge Soccer Club
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rachael vic t oria balaguer
Four year starter for St. Stephen’s Soccer Academy coached by Hue Menzies, Shane Maguire, and Bobby Murphy (2004-08) … Served as Team Captain for the 2008 season … Member of the Region III Olympic Development Program Team (2006-08) … Played for Assistant Coach Phil Stephenson at Interregional Olympic Development Program Event in Pomona, Calif. … Toured Europe with the Region III Team … Played in the Thanksgiving Interregional, Boca Raton, Fla. … . Member of the South Texas Olympic Development Program Team (2002-07) … Finished 2nd Place in the 2006 Region III Camp Tournament … Played for Austin United Navy (2000-04) … Served as captain for three years … Played with Lonestars ’89 Red Team (200406) coached by Dave “Smitty” Smith … Orange Classic Champions Millennium Bracket 2005 … Austin Labor Day Cup Champions 2006 … Lonestars ’90 Captain (2006-08) … Traveled to Mexico to play
U-20 Mexican National Team (2007) … Also earned Track MVP and All SPC Award in 2006 for the 400 and 800 meters … Was Cross Country All SPC in 2007.
Becca Herrera THE AGGIES
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
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rebecca Marie H errera
m i d f i el d er • fr - H s • 5 - 7 Aurora, Colo. (Grandview) Real CO National Soccer Club
Was a four year starter at Grandview High School in Colorado … Received All-Colorado honors and was named first team all-state after winning the state championship in her senior season … Earned 2006 and 2007 High School First Conference honors … 2007 High School Honorable Mention … Was the team’s assist leader from 2005-07 … Attended Olympic Development Program National Camp: 2006-07 … ODP Regional Pool: 2005-06 … ODP Regional Camp: 2004-06 … ODP State Pool: 2003-06 … 2006 National Champs … 2006 Regional Champs … 2001, 2005 State Champs … 2002, 2004-07 State Finalist … Played for the Real CO National Girls ’90 team (2002-08) … Region IV Champions in 2006 and Semi-finalists in 2007 … Surf Cup
Champions (2005) … Real CO Cup Champions (2003-06) … Elite League Champions (2005-06) … Played and went undefeated in Nike Friendlies Showcase (2006) … Played in Disney Classic Showcase (2004-06) … Played and went undefeated in Houston Showcase (2005-06) … Played in Raleigh Showcase (2004-06).
PERSONAL Rebecca Marie Herrera was born January 19, 1990 … Daughter of Ron and Isabel Herrera … Has two siblings: Andrew (26) and Adrianna (29) … Chose Texas A&M because it’s a great school … Major is undecided.
Jennifer Kmezich HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
J enni f er anne k m e z ich
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f o r w ar d • fr - H S • 5 - 9
L a r k s p u r, C o l o . ( D o u g l a s C o . )
Was a four-year starter for Douglas County High School in Colorado … Leading scorer on both high school and club levels (2002-07) … Was the all-time leading scorer for Douglas County girls soccer … Served as team captain (2006-08) … Three-time First Team All-Conference Winner … Second Team All-State (2006-07) … Played for the Real Colorado National Girls ’90 team (2002-08) … National Champions (2006) … National Golden Boot Recipient (scored two goals in championship game) … Region IV Champions - scored only goal to defeat California Surf 1-0 (2006); Semi-finalists (2007) … State Cup Champions (2005) … Surf Cup Champions (2005) … Real CO Cup Champions (2003-06) … Elite League Champions (2005-06) … Played and went undefeated in Nike Friendlies Showcase (2006) …
Played in Disney Classic Showcase (2004-06) … Played and went undefeated in Houston Showcase (2005-06) … Played in Raleigh Showcase (2004-06) … Member of CO Olympic Development Program State Team (2004-05) … Region IV Camp (2004-05) … Region IV Pool (2005) … Named Denver Post Student-Athlete of the Week (2007).
PERSONAL Jennifer Anne Kmezich was born January 13, 1990 … Daughter of Dave and Patti Kmezich … Student of the Month (Oct. 2005) … Student of the Year (2005-06) … Posted a cumulative GPA of 3.9 … Invited to CO Women in Sports Day Luncheon (200708) … Member of the National Honor Society … Member of the Douglas County Peer Counseling Program … Major is undecided.
Real CO National Soccer Club
Lisel Kraus lisel cherice kraus
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PERSONAL
Was a four-year starter at Sachse High School … Named first team all-district … Member of the All Tournament Team at Frisco ISD Tourney and Ice Bowl XV (2006) … High School team went on to the 5A State Tournament - Elite 8 in Texas (2007) … Played club for FC Dallas, (1999-2003), Dallas Inter Club (2003-05), FC Dallas ’90 Girls club (2005-08) … Second place in State Cup (2007) … Southern Region Quarter Finalist team (2005) … Lake Highlands Girls Classic League Division I Runner-up (2006-07) … Semi-Finalist at the Score at the Shore Tournament (2006).
Lisel Cherice Kraus was born November 28, 1989 in Wheatland, Colo. … Daughter of Peter ’85 and Shannon Kraus … Has a brother Garrett (16) … Has 12 family members who are either former or current students at Texas A&M … Has made mission trips to Mexico City (2004), Querétaro, MX (2005), and Monterrey, MX. (2006) … Was a member of the National Honor Society … Three-time winner of the Sachse High School Academic Excellence Award … Chose Texas A&M because, “I have so many Aggie family members from generation after generation. I don’t want to miss out on, not only the family cycle, but the cool traditions at A&M!” … Currently a general studies major with plans to enter biomedical engineering.
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PERSONAL Megan Elyse Majewski was born November 14, 1989 … Daughter of Rick ’81 and Sharon (Gregg ’81) Majewski … Has three siblings: Matt (21), Mallory (13) and Madison (12) … Grandfather Gordon Gregg ’61, mother, father and brother Matt Majewski ’09 attended Texas A&M … Member of National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Key Club and Senior Women … Ranked in Top Ten percent of class … Currently a general studies major with plans to enter business.
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FORWARD • SO-TR • 5-5
O ’ F a l l o n , M o . ( S t . L o u i s U n i v. / Ft. Zumwalt West) St. Louis Soccer Club
2007 – Fr eshman – SLU
HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB
Played in all 18 games and started 17 … Named to the Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team … Led the team and tied for second in the A-10 with four game-winning goals, tying for second on the SLU freshman single-season list and tying for fourth on the all-inclusive singleseason list … Second on the team in goals (five), points (11), total shots (37) and shots on goal (21) … Had the Billikens’ only two-goal game of the season, including the game winner, and added an assist for a SLU season-high five points in 3-1 win over Southeast Missouri State in the Toys for Tots Tournament … That performance lifted her to a spot on the All-Tournament team and A-10 Rookie of the Week plaudits … Had season highs of six total shots and four shots on goal in the SEMO game … Collected the game-winning marker in 2-0 victory at La Salle, 3-2 triumph at Saint Joseph’s and 2-0 victory over Massachusetts … Generated four shots in 1-0 wins over George Washington and Army and in 1-1 tie at Temple … Trained at U-20 National Team Camp in Carson, Calif. (2008).
Earned four letters for coach Jack Baldwin’s Jaguars at Ft. Zumwalt West High School … Was named All-State, All-Metro and All-Conference all four years … Tabbed Metro Player of the Year in 2006 and 2007 … Earned State Player of the Year honors as a senior … Helped team to state championship in senior season … Netted 133 goals in career, the fifth-most in Missouri girls’ soccer history … Was named National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-Region as a junior … Helped Scott McDoniel’s St. Louis Soccer Club team to 10 straight state titles … Played on state and regional Olympic Development Program teams the last two years, including a training trip to Brazil prior to her senior season.
PERSONAL Alyssa Lee Mautz was born July 29, 1989 … Daughter of Chris and Linda Mautz … Has one brother Aaron (22) … Kinesiology major.
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Played for the D’Feeters Soccer Club (2000-08) … WAGS Tournament Champions (2004) … Region III Premier League West Champions (2005) … NTSSA State Cup Champions (2005, 2007) … Surf Cup Semifinalist (2005 & 2006) … Disney Showcase Champions (2006) … Region III Semifinalist (2005, 2007) … Also was a four-year starter for the varsity basketball team … Served as basketball team captain from 2006-08 … Named First Team All SPC Basketball (2007) … All South Zone SPC Basketball (2007) … Served as Athletic Board Class
Representative (2004-08) … .Was an honor roll student at The Hockaday School in Dallas.
PERSONAL Raven Michelle Tatum was born November 5, 1989 … Daughter of Clay and Tina Tatum … Has three siblings: Chelsea (22), Clayton Jr. (20) and Reed (11) … Chose Texas A&M because, “I love all the traditions and the friendliness of the campus.” … Sport management major.
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HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Four-year starter at Cy-Fair High School … Earned second team alldistrict honors each season despite missing over half of the district season due to basketball overlap … Was four-year member of high school’s varsity basketball team … Also earned second team alldistrict honors in basketball in 2007 … Helped lead team to state finals and No. 7 national ranking by USA Today in 2007 … Four-time member of Olympic Development Program State Pool … Played first three years of competitive career on Division I boys team … Played club soccer for TSC Challenge.
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Member of the U-18 Women’s National Team (WNT) … U-17 WNT Member … U-16 WNT Member … U-15 WNT Member … Was a four-year starter at Grandview High School in Colorado … Served as team captain for three years … Named Freshman Rookie of the Year … Was a fourtime All Conference first team selection … Voted Player of the Year in her junior and senior seasons … Earned All State first team honors as a sophomore, junior and senior … Led her team to a 2008 High School 5A State Championship … Following her senior season was named a: Parade All-American … Gatorade Colorado Player of the Year … Rocky Mountain News and Denver Post Player of the Year … Attended WNT International Training Camps and Friendly Matches in Holland, Germany, England, Denmark, France, and Argentina … Invited to All National Training Camps 2003-2008 … Nike Friendlies, Home Depot Center, Carson, California 2007 … NSCAA/adidas Girls Youth All-American Team (2006/2007) … NSCAA/adidas High School All Region Team 2007 … Region IV Italy Tour 2006 … ODP Inter-Regional Tournament and
National Pool 2004 and 2005 … ODP Region IV Team, National Camp 2004 and 2005 … ODP State Team and Regional Camp 2003 … Played club soccer for Real Colorado National … Served as team captain … Led Real Colorado National Team to USYS National Championship 2006 … Region IV Champions 2006 … Region IV Semifinalist 2007 … Named Real Colorado Woman of the Year 2008 … Colorado State Champion in 2001 and 2005 … Was a four-time Colorado State Finalist and five-time Premier/Elite League Champion … Surf Cup Champion (2005) … Twice voted State Championship MVP … 3v3 National Champion (2004).
PERSONAL Bethany Lynn West was born January 24, 1990 … Daughter of Mitch and Jaime West … Has two siblings: Toby (23) and TJ (20) … Earned Academic Letters every year in high school … Ranked in the Top Ten Percent of her high school class with an 4.1 GPA … Chose Texas A&M because, “I love the school’s spirit and sense of togetherness. I think I can learn a lot from the team and the coaching staff.” … Major is undecided.
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Two-year starter for Plano Senior High School in 2005 and 2006 … Two-time All-District Player (2005-06) … Plano Senior High School Team MVP as freshman (2005) … Played club soccer for FC Dallas (2004-08) … Played for Assistant Coach Phil Stephenson at Interregional U-17 National Development Camp, Stockton, Calif. (2007) … U-14 National Team Pool in Concord, Mass. (2004) … Member of the Region III Olympic Development Program Pool (2004-07) … Attended Region III Olympic Development Camp, Montevallo, Ala. (2004-2007) … Member of the North Texas Olympic Development Program Team (2002-07) … Competed in the 2007 Olympic Development Program National Championships (March 2007).
Carly Grace Allison Wohlers was born June 24, 1990 … Daughter of Pamela and Craig Wohlers … Has two siblings: Ryan (26) and Casey (24) … Member of the National Honor Society (2004-08) … Plano Youth Leadership Graduate (2005) … Member of Plano Senior High School Student Congress (2006-08) … Member of Club HOPE Leadership Committee (2007-08) … Nominated by faculty for Who’s Who On Campus PSHS Class of 2008 … National Charity League — Plano Area Chapter officer and service award recipient (2001-08) … PSHS Student of the Week (2007) … Who’s Who Among American High School Students designee … Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (2004-05) … Member of Catholic Community of St. Elizabeth Anne Seton and CREW Youth Group … Went on a mission trip to El Paso (2007) … Chose Texas A&M because, “I didn’t ever want to leave once I got there. I love the environment a group of Aggies can create; it’s so loving and down to earth.” … Kinesiology major.
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HIGH SCHOOL / CLUB Four-year starter at Chaparral High School … Served as team captain junior and senior year … Named defender of the year after junior season … Member of State Olympic Development Program Team (200407) … Region IV Camp (2004-06) … Region IV Pool (2005, 2007) … Member of Region IV Team (2007) … USASA U-23 National Championship (2006) … Attended U-16 National Development Camp in Houston, Texas (2006) … Member of the Region IV Italy Team (2006) … State Cup Champions (2006) … Named State Cup MVP (2006) …
Region IV Champions (2006) … Region IV Semi-Finalist (2007) … Played club soccer for Real Colorado National (2000-07) … .Served as team captain (2004-07) … Surf Cup Champions (2005) … USYS National Champions (2006).
PERSONAL Brianne Renee Young was born May 15, 1990 … Daughter of Brian and Gia Young … Has a younger sister Kaycie (13) … Major is undecided but considering biomedical engineering.
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G . GUERRIERI Head Coach, 16th Season
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coach in the history of Aggie soccer, head coach G. Guerrieri has built the Texas A&M program from scratch into one of the elite
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Playing Career
• Goalkeeper, Sparta Blue Soccer Club, 1975-82
• Goalkeeper, University of Tulsa, 1981-84 Coaching Career
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oach G.’s Aggies, who have consistently been ranked in the national top 10 while attracting some of the top soccer players in the world to Aggieland, have advanced to the NCAA Tournament for 13 straight seasons dating back to 1995 and have made eight trips to the NCAA “Sweet Sixteen” and three to the “Elite Eight.” Under Guerrieri’s watch, A&M has posted an overall record of 237-69-12 (.764) and a 85-18-5 (.810) mark in Big 12 competition. He has posted a career record of 253-81-12 (.749) in 17 seasons as a collegiate head coach. Guerrieri has led the Aggies to 10 Big 12 regularseason and tournament titles, including six trophies in the last four years.
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uring his tenure at A&M, Guerrieri has developed the Aggie Soccer Stadium into one of the greatest college soccer venues in the country. The Aggies have led the nation in average home game attendance in four of the last five seasons (averaging nearly 3,400 in 2006). Meanwhile, Guerrieri’s teams have won 87 percent of its home matches since the facility opened in 1994. Not only have Guerrieri’s teams fared well on the field, but all of the players that have completed their playing careers for him at A&M have either graduated or are on schedule to graduate. In so doing, the team has annually maintained a team GPR above 3.0.
University of Tulsa, 1984-86
• Head Women’s Coach / Assistant Men’s Coach, Rollins College, 1986
• Assistant Men’s Coach,
University of North Texas, 1987-88
• Head Men’s / Women’s Coach,
Hardin-Simmons University, 1988-90
• Assistant Men’s Coach,
University of North Texas, 1990-91
• Head Men’s / Women’s Coach, Richland College, 1991-1993
• Head Women’s Coach,
Texas A&M University, 1993-Present
Coaching Career Coach of the Year, 1997, 2005, 2007
• Big 12 Conference
Co-Coach of the Year, 1997, 2002
G . GUERRIERI 2007 Central Region Coach-of-the-Year Guerrieri is a member of both the National Soccer Coaches Association of America and the United States Soccer Coaches Program. In addition, he holds an NSCAA Advanced National Coaching diploma and a USSF “A” coaching license and is the former head coach of the
• Met Life / NAIA Regional
Women’s Coach of the Year, 1989
• NJCAA Regional
Men’s Coach of the Year, 1991 and 1992
• NJCAA Regional
Women’s Coach of the Year, 1992
• United States Soccer Federation A License NSCAA Advanced National Coaching Diploma
South’s amateur team in the U.S. Soccer Festival. He served as the Division I Chair of women’s soccer for the NSCAA from 1996-2002.
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THE GUERRIERI FAMILY L-R: Terri, Emily Marie, Alan Michael, and Conner Everett.
native of Chicago, Guerrieri was raised in the Dallas area (Richardson), where he played for the powerful Sparta Blue club team that won five NDCCSA Classic League Championships and two U-19 State Cup Championships. Guerrieri also captained the soccer team as a goalkeeper at J.J. Pearce High School. Following high school, he continued his playing career at the University of Tulsa. As team captain of the Golden Hurricane, he was honored as the team MVP in 1982
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year-by-year
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1993 15-3-1
2002
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Champion
Big 12 Regular-Season Champions Big 12 Tournament Champions NCAA Tournament Final National Ranking — No. 12 Big 12 Co-Coach of the Year Central Region Coach of the Year
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Big 12 Regular-Season Champions NCAA Tournament Elite 8 Final National Ranking — No. 5
“ Coach G is an excellent coach. He has taken the program a long way
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2nd
2001
Champion
2006
NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Final National Ranking - No. 11
18-7-1
7-2-1
Big 12 Regular-Season Champions Big 12 Tournament Champions NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Final National Ranking — No. 11 Central Regional Coach of the Year
17-6-1
1999 17-5-1
Champion
2005
3rd
NCAA Tournament
8-2-0
Big 12 Regular-Season Champions Big 12 Tournament Champions NCAA Tournament Second Round Final National Ranking — No. 14
18-4-2
1998 14-8-0
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NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Final National Ranking — No. 11
18-6-0
1997 18-3-0
Champion
2003
1996 8-1-0
9-0-1
Big 12 Regular-Season Champions NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals Final National Ranking — No. 6 Big 12 Co-Coach of the Year
13-6-3
NCAA Tournament Sweet 16
19-4-0
Conf. Finish
255-73-14
2nd
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in a short time. When I came here the program was in it’s second year made the soccer program at Texas A&M into one of the premier programs in the country. ”
Diana Rowe
Texas A&M Soccer 1994-97
“ I think that the best asset Coach G has is his complete understanding of the game of soccer. He can teach all phases of the game. Not only is he a great teacher but he genuinely cares about us as individuals and
Big 12 Tournament Champions NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals Final National Ranking — No. 7
not just as players. ”
Amber Reynolds 2000 Team Captain
“ Coach G has a remarkable ability to teach his players and was named to the 1981 all-Midwest team. During his career, he set most of the school’s team and individual defensive records; most of which he still holds. Following his graduation from Tulsa, he served as an assistant coach for the men’s programs at Tulsa (1985), North Texas (1987 and 1990), and as the assistant men’s coach and head women’s coach at Rollins College (1986). He was the president and director of operations for the Dallas Express Semi-pro Soccer Club (1987). In addition, he served the soccer community in various capacities, ranging from director of coaching for the Dallas Flame Soccer Club, to goalkeeper coach for the North Texas Soccer Association State Olympic Development Program in 1990-92 and as Regional ODP Goalkeeper Coach for the Southern USA from 1993 through 2000.
to play as a team. By utilizing this strategy, his teams play at a peak level. ”
“ I think the best asset Coach G has is his ability to keep us playing at a high level of intensity while having a good time. He is able to keep us motivated throughout the season. ” Nicky Adams (Thrasher)
Associate Head Coach Rice, 2003-present 1999 & 2001 All-American Forward
“ The thing I like most about Coach G is that he is an excellent goalkeeper coach. He can pick out the smallest technical flaws and correct them to where they are technically perfect. ”
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efore coming to College Station, Guerrieri served as head coach for both the men’s and women’s soccer teams at Richland College and at Hardin-Simmons University. His Hardin-Simmons women’s team were the 1988 NAIA National Runner’s up, and 1989 NAIA Regional finalists, earning him Met Life/NSCAA Region Coach of the Year honors. At Richland in 1991 and 1992, his teams frequented the NJCAA national top-10 rankings in both the
Rena Richardson Head Coach Tulsa, 2004-present Assistant Coach Texas A&M, 1997-98
Melanie Wilson 0.92 career GAA, 1999 All-American Goalkeeper
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men’s and women’s divisions, and he was twice named Regional Coach of the Year.
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uerrieri received his B.S. in education from Tulsa in 1985. Guerrieri and his wife, the former Terri Markham (A&M, 1987), have three children. Their daughter Emily Marie is 11-years old and son Alan Michael is seven and son Conner Everett is four.
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PHIL STEPHENSON Assistant Coach, 10th Season
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the first day he came on board in 1999. Not only is he one of the best evaluators of talent in America,
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tephenson enters his 10th season as an assistant coach on G Guerrieri’s Texas A&M soccer team. The 43-year-old Stephenson joined the Aggie program after a four-year stint as head coach at Methodist College in Fayetteville, N.C., where he led the Lady Monarchs to the 1995 NCAA Division III national championship match. In this same year, Stephenson was named Conference and South Region Coach of the Year. During his tenure, Methodist went 42-28-3 (.596) and placed among the top three in the Dixie Intercollegiate Athletic Conference each season, including winning the conference crown in 1995. His teams hold conference and school records for wins in a season (18) and longest winning streak (13). Stephenson chaired the NCAA South Regional Committee and sat on the Division III Women’s Soccer Championships Committee while at Methodist. Prior to Methodist College, he was the Director of Coaching for Buffalo and western New York and, as the
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Coach of the Germania Harriers boys U-19 squad, took the team to the Snickers Eastern Regional Youth Championships. Stephenson also worked with the Buffalo Blizzard in the National Professional Soccer League. Stephenson was the Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach at Lock Haven University in Lock Haven, Pa., from 1990-1994. During that time, his team claimed two Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference crowns and reached the NCAA Division II quarterfinals in 1994 while being lauded as the highest scoring Division II team in the country.
Other credentials to Stephenson’s credit include an A-license from the United States Soccer Federation and the Advanced National Diploma awarded by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. Additionally, he served as the Director of Coaching for the High Point Soccer Association in High Point, N.C. Stephenson is currently the head coach of the Region III Olympic Development Program and has worked with ODP teams in Pennsylvania, New York and North Carolina. As a coach for the U-19 South Regional Girls ODP team, he has traveled to Europe twice to do battle on foreign soil. His ODP regional teams have won six inter-regional championships. Stephenson continues his work with youth soccer to this day, leading his Aggieland Soccer Club Boys ‘90 team to the South Texas Super Two Championship in the fall of 2004. He also toured Europe in the spring of 2005 as an assistant coach on the ODP adidas All-Star Team.
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native of Hornsea, England, Stephenson received his B.S. in 1987 from Lock Haven University. As a player, the former England Schoolboy trialist was a four-year allconference and all-regional selection and was selected as one of the top 25 players of the century for Lock Haven. The three-time team captain earned PSAC MVP and first team all-America honors as a senior. In 2003, he earned National Assistant Coach of the Year honors by AFLAC and Scholastic Coach & Athletic Director magazine. Stephenson and his wife, the former Lori Silvasy, herself an all-American soccer player and assistant coach on the A&M soccer team, reside in College Station with their two children, Brittany (19) and Christopher (17).
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ori Stephenson enters her eighth year as an assistant coach on G. Guerrieri’s Texas A&M soccer team. Stephenson has improved one of
the best soccer staffs in the country with her wealth of soccer knowledge and impressive organizational skills.
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tephenson came to Texas A&M from Blinn College in Bryan, Texas, where she was an instructor of biology from 1999 to 2000. Stephenson was also a biology instructor at Methodist College, which is located in Fayetteville, N.C., for the three previous years. While at Methodist College, Stephenson was named the interim head soccer coach in 1999. She was previously involved in the North Carolina Soccer Olympic Development Program, serving the organization as head coach and assistant coach while living in North Carolina from 1986-1990 and when she returned to the state from 1995-1996. Stephenson was also involved in the Southern Regional ODP.
In addition to her duties with the A&M soccer team, Stephenson developed the Brazos Mystic ‘89 girls team from a recreational team to a South Texas Division I competitor. The Mystic 89 team won State Championship titles in the Texas State Cup (2003), the President’s Cup State Championship (2004, 2005), and were finalists in the Director’s Cup Southern Region National Championship (2005). A graduate of Reid Ross High School in Fayetteville, N.C., Stephenson earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Methodist College in 1988 and later earned her master’s degree in cellular and molecular biology from the University of Buffalo.
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n accomplished player at Methodist College, Stephenson started all four years of her playing career from 1984-1987. She led the Lady Monarchs to the Dixie Athletic Conference Championship all four years and berths in the NCAA Division III tournament both of the seasons the NCAA sponsored the event. In 1987, the team won the NCAA Division III South Regional Championship. Stephenson served as the Lady Monarchs’ team captain in 1985, ‘86 and ‘87 and earned all-conference honors all four seasons. In addition to being on the soccer team, she spent two years on the tennis team. For her efforts on the field, Stephenson was an All-America selection by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America following the 1986 season as well as being named the North Carolina Female Athlete of the Year. For her efforts in the classroom, Stephenson earned Academic All-America citations from adidas following the 1986 and 1987 seasons. The former Lori Silvasy is married to A&M soccer assistant coach Phil Stephenson. The couple resides in College Station and has two children, Brittany (19) and Christopher (17).
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CURT MAGNUSON Director of Soccer Operations
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urt Magnuson enters his sixth season as Director of Opera-
tions for the Texas A&M soccer team
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agnuson is responsible for the day to day operations of the Texas A&M soccer program including team travel, game day operations, and community involvement. He also oversees the marketing of home soccer matches. Under his watch, the Aggies led the nation in average home attendance
T H E magnuson F A M I L Y L-R: Curt, Amber and Ashtyn.
in 2003 and 2004 and set an NCAA record for total season attendance in 2004 and again in 2006. In 2005, the Aggies averaged a school record 3,797 fans for the regular season. In 2005, Magnuson served as the Women’s College Cup Tournament Co-Director, overseeing all aspects of one of the most successful tournaments in NCAA College Soccer history. A mainstay with the soccer program since 1995, Magnuson served four years as the team manager before graduating in 1999. During this time, he coordinated practice and game day operations and was responsible for postgame match analysis statistics. He also served as the team’s study hall coordinator. From 1998-99, Magnuson served on the South Texas Olympic Development staff. He holds the USSF “C” License and the NSCAA National Diploma. In the summer of 1999, he was promoted to Director of Operations of the highly successful Texas A&M Soccer Camp. After graduating from Texas A&M in 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, Magnuson spent two years at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Fla., where he earned a master’s degree in exercise science.
While in Tallahassee, Magnuson coached and trained with the Top of Florida soccer club. Magnuson returned to Texas A&M in the summer of 2001 and picked up right where he left off two years before. In 2002, Magnuson made his debut as the color commentator for the Texas A&M Soccer internet radio broadcasts on aggieathletics.com. He was promoted to Director of Soccer Operations in August 2003. A native and resident of College Station, Texas, Magnuson is currently pursuing a doctorate degree in kinesiology from Texas A&M. Magnuson is married to the former Amber Childers, who was a member of the A&M soccer team from 1998 to 2001. The couple has a baby girl, Ashtyn Taylor Magnuson, who was born December 9, 2007.
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ilton Overton is in his seventh year at Texas A&M
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n addition to managing all technological aspects of the athletic department, Overton also serves as the athletic administrator responsible for overseeing the men’s and women’s tennis, soccer, softball and men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs. He also manages the athletic department’s computerized mail and inventory systems.
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Overton, who came to A&M in May 2002, served as the assistant athletic director for academic and associate director the Center for Athletic Academic Services prior to his promotion to his current position in September 2003. Overton earned masters degrees in both human relations and education and a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Oklahoma, where he also was a four-year starting offensive lineman for the Sooner football team from 1991-1995. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in higher education/administration from Oklahoma. A native of Fort Worth, Overton and his wife, Eunice have two sons Micaiah Alexander (7) and Lebbeus Thomas (3).
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Trevor Moawad
PAUL SEALEY
Athletic Academic Supervisor
Mental Conditioning Coordinator
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Moses is in his first year as ath-
Trevor Moawad enters his seventh
Paul Sealey is in his fifth season
season as the mental conditioning coordinator for the Texas A&M soccer team. As the Director of the IMG Academies Performance Institute, Trevor is responsible for overseeing and developing the mental conditioning programs for the IMG Soccer Academy, IMG Baseball Academy, IMG Football and the United States U-17 residency program. As a member of the United States U-17 residency staff, Moawad works closely with the US National Soccer Federation providing mental conditioning services and coaching seminars throughout the United States. He has appeared a number of times on both ESPN and Fox Sports and in a variety of National Publications (Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine). He also counsels professional baseball and football players who are attending the International Performance Institute (IPI) in preparation for the MLB Spring Training and the NFL Combine. Moaward has worked with 28 NFL first-rounders in the last six years and has traveled to the NFL combine with IMG’s players the last four years. Prior to joining the staff at IMG Academies, Moaward served stints with Los Angeles Unifies School District, where he was dedicated to helping disadvantaged inner-city youths, and at the Evert Tennis Academy, as the Mental Conditioning Consultant. An accomplished collegiate athlete, Moaward played soccer and basketball at Occidental College in Southern California. He earned All-SCIAC honors in soccer in 1994 and 1995 and was the runner-up for the league MVP in 1995. Moawad was recently inducted into his high school’s athletic hall of fame in Seattle, Wash. Moawad is the son of the former President of the National Association for Self-Esteem, Bob Moawad. He earned his bachelor’s degree in comparative politics and his master’s degree in education from Occidental College. Moawad and his wife Solange were married on February 17, 2007.
as the strength and conditioning coach for the Texas A&M soccer team. Sealey is responsible for designing the strength and conditioning programs for soccer team as well as testing their physical attributes. His programs are tailored to optimize the players’ performance by individualizing the programs to each member’s individual needs. Sealey is a certified coach with the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA), has been a working with athletes as a strength and conditioning coach for eight years, the last five at Texas A&M. Paul was a swimmer at the state level for 11 years and at the national/ open/age-group level for six years in Australia Sealey is a 1999 graduate of Australian Catholic University in Melbourne where he earned a Bachelor of Science in applied science with a specialty in human movement. He completed coursework at Texas A&M for his master’s degree in sports physiology in 2002, as well. The 30-year-old Melbourne native is married to the former Suzanne Hall. The couple has one son Ian (1)..
JAY MARTIN
CRAIG POTTS
Athletic Trainer
Athletic Fields Manager
Jay Martin is in her 10th year as a member of the Texas A&M athletic training staff. A nationally certified and state licensed athletic trainer, she is responsible for the prevention and care of injuries for the Aggies’ nationally ranked women’s soccer team. Born in New York City and raised in Springfield, Vermont, Martin earned a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education with emphasis in athletic training from George Mason University in 1994. Martin received a Master of Arts degree in physical education/athletic training from Western Michigan in 1995. After completing her studies, Martin served one year as an assistant athletic trainer at Merced Junior College in Merced, Calif., and worked with the 12 men’s and women’s sponsored sports. In 1996, Martin was named assistant athletic trainer at Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, Texas. She assisted with all 15 boys’ and girls’ sports until she accepted her current position at A&M in August 1999. Martin is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, the Southwestern Athletic Trainers’ Association, the Brazos Valley Athletic Trainers’ Society, the American College of Sports Medicine and the Texas State Athletic Trainers’ Association. Her hobbies include traveling, riding her motorcycle, hiking, and outdoor photography.
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raig Potts was named Assistant Athletic Fields Manager in 1996 and he assists Leo Goertz with the various playing fields for the athletic department including Olsen Field, Kyle Field and the grass practice facility at Kyle Field. Potts, a Bryan native, has an extensive background in turf management. He came to the athletic department after working as a technician with the turf field lab in the agronomy department in 1995. He had worked the previous four years for Chem-Lawn. In 1997, Potts and the softball grounds crew were awarded the Turface National Fast Pitch Coaches Association field of the year award at the regional level. They won the national award in 1999. The year 2000 brought them the honor of The College Soccer Field of the Year Award for STMA (Sports Turf Managers Association). Potts and his crew earned the NFCA Central Region softball field of the year in 2004. Potts is the President of the Texas Turf Grass Association (1999-Present), and is a Past President of the South Texas Sports Turf Managers Association. Potts graduated from Texas A&M in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Range science. He attended Bryan High School and graduated in 1986. Potts and his wife Carol have two daughters, Avery (10) and Madison (7).
ELVIS TAKOW Volunteer Assistant Coach
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lvis Takow enters his fourth season as the volunteer assistant coach for the Aggie soccer team. Takow assists the squad with group and individual drills, ranging from individual technical player development as well as overall team technical development. In addition to helping the A&M soccer program, Takow has spent nine summers as an Aggie Soccer Camp coach and eight years as a trainer and coach for the Aggieland Soccer Club, where he oversees the instruction of youth soccer players for the boys and girls teams. Takow played for the Texas A&M men’s club team from 1999-2002, where he helped the team earn NACS National Championships in 2001 and 2002 and was deemed the NIRSA Open Division National Champions in 2002. He received his bachelor’s degree in Renewable Natural Resources in 2004 and is currently working on a Master’s in Agriculture with an emphasis in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
paige carmichael
allison martino
Student Assistant
Student Assistant
EMILY MENGERS
collin palomares
Ashley Reibenstein
kevin richardson
chris salters
Daniel Sipes
Student Trainer
Student Manager
Student Manager
Video Coordinator
Team Videographer
Student Manager
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letic academic supervisor at A&M where he works with the women’s soccer and men’s and women’s tennis teams. He comes to the Center for Student Athlete Services after serving serving a full-time LDS humanitarian aid church mission in Zimbabwe, Africa. Moses was an athletic assistant for one year prior to being named academic supervisor. Moses graduated from Texas A&M University in 2006 as he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing. He was a four year letterwinner in football as he competed for the Aggies from 1997-2000. Moses was an offensive lineman for the Aggies under head coach R.C. Slocum and was also a member of the memorable 1998 Big 12 Championship Team. Moses is a native of the “friendly islands” of Tonga and is married to the former Mata Tukuafu, who was an All-Conference Basketball player at Weber State University. They have two children, Moses (2) and Meleya (1). He is also a member of the National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics.
DR. ELSA MURANO President, 1st Year
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r. Elsa A. Murano is the 23rd President of Texas A&M University. Taking office on Jan. 3, 2008, at age 48, she is the first woman and first Hispanic-American to lead the oldest public institution of higher learning in Texas—now one of the largest teaching and research universities in the nation. Her association with the university dates back to 1995, when she joined the Texas A&M faculty as an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Science and Associate Director of the Center for Food Safety within the Institute for Food Science and Engineering. Dr. Murano was named Director of the Center in 1997 and served in that position until 2001. Also, she rose to the rank of Professor and was named holder of the Sadie Hatfield Professorship in Agriculture. Dr. Murano interrupted her Texas A&M service in 2001 when President George W. Bush asked her to serve as Under Secretary for Food Safety for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, making her the highest-ranking food safety official in the U.S. government. In leading the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, she was responsible for an agency with a budget of approximately $1 billion and about 10,000 employees, with the mission of working to improve public health through the application of science in policy decisions. She returned to Aggieland in January 2005 as Vice Chancellor and Dean of Agriculture and Life Sciences, joint positions in which she served until being appointed President of Texas
A&M. As Vice Chancellor and former Director of Texas AgriLife Research (formerly the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station), she led a transformation of agricultural programs and four state agencies within The Texas A&M University System to the benefit of students, peers and the agricultural community represented in 254 counties across Texas. While serving as Dean, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences experienced significant growth in enrollment and enhancement of its teaching, research and service endeavors. In conjunction with her deanship, Dr. Murano chaired a blue-ribbon task force to study ways for enhancing the undergraduate experience at the University, which has ultimately become known as “The Murano Report.” A noted expert on food safety, Dr. Murano was principal investigator or co-principal investigator in research projects totaling more than $8.7 million during her professorial career, initially at Iowa State University and continuing at Texas A&M. She has been widely published, as author or co-author of seven books, book chapters or monographs, and scores of scholarly papers, abstracts and related materials. Dr. Murano began her professorial career in 1990 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Preventative Medicine at Iowa State, the position she held prior to joining the Texas A&M faculty. She received a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from Florida International University, and earned both a master’s degree in anaerobic microbiology and a doctorate in food science and technology from Virginia Tech. She is married to Dr. Peter S. Murano, Associate Professor of Nutrition and Food Science and Director of Texas A&M’s Institute for Obesity Research and Program Development.
BILL BYRNE
Director of Athletics, 6th Year
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ill Byrne arrived at Texas A&M as the Director of Athletics in January of 2003, sporting outstanding credentials and a proven track record of producing champions. In fact, during a distinguished and dynamic career that has spanned more than three decades in collegiate athletics, Byrne has collected enough hardware (championship rings, plaques, honors, etc.) to open his own home-improvement store. With 16 national championships and 122 conference titles under his direction, his teams have enjoyed success across the board. Since his arrival in Aggieland, A&M has earned four national championships and 23 Big 12 Conference titles with promises of more to come. Under his leadership, the Aggies have brought home more league crowns than any other school in each of the last two athletic seasons. Byrne’s dedication to the mission of Building Champions led A&M to its highest ranking ever in Directors’ Cup Division I-A finishes in 2008. Byrne has overseen the design and implementation of a facility master plan with the goal to expand and improve athletic facilities to be the finest in the nation. The McFerrin Athletic Center and Cox-McFerrin Center for Aggie Basketball are two steps in the process in attaining that vision. Along with the finest facilities, outstanding staff is crucial to Building Champions. Byrne has put into place an executive staff that is consulted by national programs for their expertise. On the playing field, eight of his nine head-coaching hires have achieved postseason competition within their first two years. Byrne’s ninth hire, Mike Sherman, has not yet completed his first season. Byrne came to College Station from Nebraska where his hard work put the Huskers’ financial books in the black and tripled the annual athletic budget. Byrne’s Nebraska teams also compiled an extremely impressive string of seven straight Top 25 finishes in the Directors’ Cup Division I-A standings, making him one of the most admired and respected athletic directors in the country. But what Texas A&M fans, former students, student-athletes, employees and school officials quickly discovered about Byrne, upon his arrival in Aggieland, is that this former offensive lineman would rather toil in the trenches than rest on his laurels. His success as an administrator is best defined by his unwavering work ethic, not the amount of gold he has placed in trophy cases throughout the years. Byrne’s passion and professional trademark is his relentless pursuit of excellence, and in an extremely short amount of time at Texas A&M, he infused the athletic department with a new vision for the future.
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The phrase “Building Champions” has become the mission statement of Texas A&M’s athletic department under Byrne’s guidance, and it encompasses both his short-term and longterm objectives. He expects excellence from those who work with him, and he also demands it from himself. Throughout his career, Byrne has been recognized with the highest awards that an athletics administrator can receive. Among other things, he was recognized by the U.S. Sports Academy with the 2007 Carl Maddox Sports Management Award, he was the 2002 winner of the John L. Toner Award; the 1999 Central Region National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Director of the Year; president of NACDA in 1991-92; and the National Athletic Fundraisers Association Fundraiser of the Year in 1985. Bill Byrne is a 1967 graduate of Idaho State, where he also earned an MBA in 1971. He began his collegiate career as the director of alumni relations at his alma mater and then served as the executive director of the New Mexico Lobo Club (1976-79). He was the assistant athletic director at San Diego State (1980-82) and was an associate athletic director at Oregon for 18 months before being named the Director of Athletics in May of 1984. Byrne’s wife of forty years is Dr. Marilyn Kent Byrne, who has expertise in leadership development, team building, and executive coaching. The Byrnes have two sons—Bill Jr. and Greg. Bill is a vice president of Visa USA in San Francisco. Greg is director of athletics at Mississippi State University. He and his wife Regina live in Starkville with their two sons, Nicholas and Davis.
B oar d o f R e g e n ts
At h l et i c C o u n c i l
Bill Jones, Chairman. ................................... Austin
Tom Adair.............................................. Physics
John D. White, Vice-Chairman. .................. Houston
Faculty Representative to the NCAA and Big 12 Conference
Ida Clement Steen . ........................... San Antonio Morris E. Foster....................................... Houston Lupe Fraga.............................................. Houston J.L. Huffines................................................ Dallas Erle Nye...................................................... Dallas Gene Stallings........................................ Powderly James P. Wilson..................................Sugar Land Anthony Cullins, Student Regent List as of June 18, 2008
Thomas E. Wehrly...............................Statistics Richard L. Carlson..............Geology & Geosciences Anne McGowan................................ Accounting Elena Castell-Perez...................... Biological and
Agricultural Engineering
Robert Strawser................................Accounting Christine Townsend.................. Recreation, Park
and Tourism Sciences List as of June 19, 2008
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979-846-8892 • 12thmanfoundation.com • 888-TAM12TH and basketball games, one of the finest sports magazines in the country, 12th Man Magazine, road-game travel arrangements, sports e-mail updates, bowl activities and more.
More than 80 years later, the organization that proudly bears the name of this storied tradition continues to stand tall in its support of all of Texas A&M’s athletic programs.
Just as E. King Gill, the original 12th Man, once came out of the stands to stand ready to help his team, our fans can still help our performances on the field by supporting the 12th Man Foundation. You won’t be asked to sweat it out on the fields or courts, but your tax-deductible financial support will propel the Aggies to greater heights.
The 12th Man Foundation is the sole fundraising organization for Texas A&M athletics, which are completely self-supporting and cannot receive state funds or public tax dollars. The 12th Man Foundation provides the funds for athletic scholarships A&M offers in 21 men’s and women’s sports. The Foundation also raises money for athletic facilities, academic tutoring for studentathletes and more. If you believe athletics are important at Texas A&M, it’s important for you to be a part of the 12th Man Foundation, which has become one of the most successful and well-respected fundraising organizations in all of college athletics. Donations over the last five decades have helped to propel A&M’s athletic programs from a regional existence into national prominence. And the 12th Man Foundation is committed to helping Texas A&M reach an elite status among the country’s college athletic programs. To do that, the continued growth of the 12th Man Foundation is essential. In the 1990s, the 12th Man Foundation’s donor base grew from 5,000 at the beginning of the decade to more than 23,000 by the end. And with Texas A&M now sporting one of the nation’s largest enrollments, the future has never been brighter for Texas A&M’s athletic department and the 12th Man Foundation. The number of former students and prospective donors to the Foundation is growing at a rate never before imaginable. In today’s highly competitive environment, it takes tremendous revenues to produce a top-flight athletic department. For as little as $150 annually, you can join fellow 12th Man donors to become the foundation of Texas A&M’s athletic success. The 12th Man Foundation also offers its donors a variety of benefits, including priority ticket options for football
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
2008 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jack Little ’60 Chair
Artie McFerrin ’65 Board Member
Jim Wilson ’81 Chair Elect
George Nelson ’64 Board Member
Randy Cain ’82 Past Chair
Britt Rice Board Member
Miles Marks ’79 President Ex-Officio Board Member
Rick Rickman ’70 Board Member
Bill Byrne Director of Athletics Ex-Officio Board Member Neal Adams ’68 Board Member Fred Caldwell ’82 Board Member
Daniel Sparks ’89 Board Member Scott Taylor ’69 Board Member Jeff Toole ’80 Board Member
Bob McClaren Board Member Jerry McFarland ’64 Board Member
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In 1922, E. King Gill exchanged his street clothes for a uniform to help found one of the most extraordinary traditions in college athletics – Texas A&M’s 12th Man.
NCAA COMPLIANCE
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DE A R P ROS P E C T I VE STUDE N T- A THLETE
s a prospective student-athlete, you may have the athletic ability to play at the Division I level. If so, you may be exposed to a large amount of recruitment from various universities across the nation. Throughout the recruitment process, coaches may reference various NCAA rules and regulations. The rules are designed for various reasons, but the two primary reasons are to ease the pressures on the prospective student-athlete and to level the playing field from one university to another. During the recruiting process you may have some of the following questions: When and how often may I visit a university’s campus? How many times may a coach observe me in practice or a competition? When, where and how often may a coach telephone me? What academic credentials do I need to be eligible to play collegiate sports? All of these answers and more may be obtained from Texas A&M University or the NCAA by requesting the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete. This guide may be provided to a prospective student-athlete at any time. The guide will discuss issues related to Division I, II and III, academic eligibility, financial aid, recruitment and many more. To receive the guide, simply request it from the Texas A&M coach who is recruiting you or call the NCAA
c o m p l ianc e s t aff (from left) Matt Callaway, Administrative Assistant Brad Barnes, Education Coordinator Susan Tatum, Monitoring Coordinator David Batson, Director of Compliance
Hotline at 1-800-638-3731 or go online at www.ncaa.org. Select the Academics and Athletes link, and then select the Eligibility and Recruiting link and then click on the Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete. Violations of NCAA rules during your recruitment may jeopardize your collegiate eligibility; therefore, you and your parents need to learn as much as possible about the recruitment process.
B EST O F LU C K TO Y OU A N D DO N ’ T F OR G ET, G I G ’ EM A G G I ES
Texas A&M University Intercollegiate Athletic Compliance Office
N C A A F Y I F o r P r o s p e c t i v e S t u d e n t- A t h l e t e s institutions have decided that prospective studentathletes should be able to choose the university they attend without being influenced by gifts or other perks given by a university or its boosters. You (or your family) may not receive any benefit, inducement or arrangement such as cash, clothing, cars, improper expenses, transportation, gifts or loans to encourage you to sign a National Letter of Intent or to attend an NCAA school.
When do you become a prospective student-athlete?
When you start classes for the 9th grade. Before the 9th grade, you become a prospective student-athlete if the university provides you (or your relatives or friends) any financial aid or other benefits that the university does not provide to prospective students generally.
When do you become a recruited prospective student-athlete?
There are four ways:
1. A university provides you with an official (i.e., expense-paid) visit; 2. A university coach or booster* has an inperson, off-campus encounter with you or your parent(s) or legal guardian; 3. A university coach telephones you, your family or guardian for the purpose of recruitment on more than one occasion; or
Would you violate NCAA amateur rules if you enter into an agreement with an agent or a person who calls him/ herself something other than an agent (e.g., advisor) who is marketing your athletic ability?
4. A university issues you a National Letter of Intent or written offer of athletically related financial aid. *NOTE: At the Division I level, a representative of athletic interests (booster) may not solicit your enrollment in any manner (e.g., no phone calls, letters or in-person encounters).
Does the NCAA require you to achieve certain academic minimum standards to be initially eligible?
Yes, it does. To be immediately eligible at a Division I university, you must be a qualifier. To be a qualifier means that you graduated from high school with at least 16 core courses (i.e., college preparatory courses that your high school will maintain on a form called a 48-H), and a minimum GPA in those core courses as well as a corresponding ACT or SAT score on a national testing date. You must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse to learn if you are a qualifier. You will find information on the Clearinghouse if you visit the internet website described above.
Does the NCAA require you to have your amateur status certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse?
For students initially enrolling on or after Aug. 1, 2008, yes, the NCAA will require you to have your amateur status certified.
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Yes, you would. It’s not permissible for a student-athlete to agree (orally or in writing) to be represented by or take benefits from an agent without jeopardizing NCAA eligibility. Please note that it does not matter what this person calls him/herself; if he or she is marketing your athletic ability, he or she is an agent.
When may university coaches begin corresponding (including text messaging) with you? Telephoning you? Personally contacting you? Provide you with an official visit to the university?
The answers to these questions vary from sport to sport, but you may find them all in the NCAA’s Guide for the College Bound Student at www.ncaa.org or by calling the NCAA at 1-800-638-3731.
When may you telephone a university coach or visit a university campus at your own expense?
You may telephone a university coach at your own expense or visit a university at your own expense (i.e., unofficial visit) at any age and as often as you choose.
May you and your family accept benefits from a university or its boosters?
Unless the university staffer or booster is a member of your family or has a “pre-existing relationship” (call us to find out what this means) with you or your family, no, you may not accept such benefits. NCAA member
May a booster contact you, telephone you or write you?
Unless the university staffer or booster is a member of your family, no, athletic representatives (boosters) may not contact, telephone you or write you for the purpose of recruiting.
May you ask Texas A&M former students about Texas A&M athletics? About non-athletic aspects of Texas A&M?
You should not ask Texas A&M former students about Texas A&M athletics because NCAA rules prohibit former students or A&M boosters from discussing Texas A&M athletics with you or your parents/relatives. However, if you telephone or write former students about nonathletics aspects of Texas A&M (e.g., the business college), they may answer your questions.
May you attend an A&M Club luncheon or meeting?
Yes, but only under certain conditions. If the luncheon/ meeting is open to the general public, you may attend. Furthermore, you must pay for your own meal and transportation unless the A&M Club provides complimentary meals and transportation to all other guests on a basis unrelated to athletics (e.g., all high school seniors from the local community). An A&M Club may even invite you to attend a function, but the invitation may not be limited only to athletes; the invitation must be made available for non-athletic reasons (e.g., senior night, incoming A&M freshmen night, etc.) and must be sent in the same manner as for all other participating students. This same restriction will continue to apply after you sign a National Letter of Intent with Texas A&M. A Texas A&M signee must be treated the same as any other high school student. For example, you or any other prospects in attendance may not be singled out to be introduced, as this would be a violation of NCAA publicity legislation related to prospects.
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Junior Tri-Captain Nicole Ketchum
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
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2008 big 12 composite schedule Date
Match Location
Time (CT)TV
AUGUST Boulder, Colo.
5 p.m.
Purdue at Kansas
Lawrence, Colo.
5 p.m.
Nebraska at Northwestern
Evanston, Ill.
5 p.m.
Fri. Florida at Colorado
Baylor at UTEP Samford at Texas Lamar at Texas Tech Rhode Island at Texas A&M
OPPONENTS
El Paso, Texas Austin, Texas Lubbock, Texas College Station
7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
23
Colorado Springs, Colo.
Illinois at Missouri
Columbia, Mo.
Oklahoma State at SMU
Dallas, Texas
7 p.m.
24
Boulder, Colo.
5 p.m.
College Station
6 p.m.
Sat. Oklahoma at Colorado College
McNeese State at Texas A&M
28 29
Thurs. Texas at Kentucky
Fri. Iowa State at Illinois
7
Sun. Texas A&M vs. Wake Forest
5 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Lexington, Ky.
Champaign, Ill.
6 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Illinois Tournament
5:30 p.m.
Time (CT)TV
Blacksburg, Va.
10 a.m.
Texas Tech vs. Alabama A&M
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
11 a.m.
Prairie View A&M at Baylor
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
James Madison at Colorado
Boulder, Colo.
1 p.m.
Kansas at SMU
Dallas, Texas
1 p.m.
UAB at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
1 p.m.
Rice at Oklahoma
Norman, Okla.
1 p.m.
Northwestern State at Oklahoma State
Stillwater, Okla.
1 p.m.
Missouri at California
Berkeley, Calif.
2 p.m.
Iowa State at Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
3 p.m.
Arizona at Texas
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
12
Brookings, S.D.
Hawthorn Suites Invitational
Fri. Iowa State vs. North Dakota State
Sun. Denver at Colorado
Match Location
22
Date
4:30 p.m.
Jackrabbit Invitational
Drake at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
Vanderbilt at Missouri
Columbia, Mo.
Arizona State at Baylor
Waco, Texas
7 p.m.
Colorado at Mississippi
Oxford, Miss.
7 p.m.
Springfield, Mo.
7 p.m.
Oklahoma at Memphis
Memphis, Tenn.
7 p.m.
Oklahoma State at Louisville
Louisville, Ky.
7 p.m.
Houston at Texas
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
Arizona at Texas Tech
Lubbock, Texas
Princeton at Texas A&M
College Station
14
Lubbock, Texas
Kansas at Missouri State
5 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
UC Riverside at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
North Carolina at Texas A&M
College Station
Auburn at Missouri
Columbia, Mo.
Colorado at Texas Tech
Lubbock, Texas
7 p.m.
Central Michigan at Oklahoma
Norman, Okla.
7 p.m.
Oklahoma State at Oral Roberts
Tulsa, Okla.
7 p.m.
Oakland at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
1 p.m.
Baylor at New Mexico
Albuquerque, N.M.
8 p.m.
UT-San Antonio at Baylor
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
Colorado at Memphis
Memphis, Tenn.
1 p.m.
Iowa State at South Dakota State
Brookings, S.D.
1 p.m.
Loyola Chicago at Kansas
Lawrence, Kan.
1 p.m.
Butler at Missouri
Columbia, Mo.
1 p.m.
Oklahoma at Mississippi
Oxford, Miss.
1 p.m.
Oklahoma State at Xavier
Cincinnati, Ohio
1 p.m.
Arizona State at Texas
Austin, Texas
1 p.m.
6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Sun. Northwestern State at Texas Tech
SEPTEMBER
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Sun. Nebraska at Florida
Gainesville, Fla.
Noon
Texas at Louisville
Louisville, Ky.
Noon
Texas Tech at UT-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Noon
Presbyterian at Baylor
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
Auburn at Kansas
Lawrence, Kan.
1 p.m.
Ball State at Oklahoma
Norman, Okla.
1 p.m.
Indiana at Texas A&M
College Station 1:30 p.m.
San Francisco at Colorado
Boulder, Colo.
Iowa State vs. Dayton or Pittsburgh
Champaign, Ill.
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TBA
Illinois Tournament
Fri. Iowa State at DePaul
UAB at Kansas Texas A&M at Virginia Tech
2 p.m.
Chicago, Ill.
4 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
5 p.m.
Blacksburg, Va.
5 p.m.
Hawthorn Suites Invitational
Thurs. Oral Roberts at Texas Tech
Lubbock, Texas
7 p.m.
Fri. Gonzaga at Colorado
Boulder, Colo.
5 p.m.
North Dakota State at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
5 p.m.
Kansas at UCF
Orlando, Fla.
Iowa at Missouri
Columbia, Mo.
North Texas at Baylor
Waco, Texas
7 p.m.
Drake at Iowa State
Ames, Iowa
7 p.m.
LSU at Oklahoma
Norman, Okla.
7 p.m.
Loyola Marymount at Oklahoma State
Stillwater, Okla.
7 p.m.
Colorado Soccer Classic
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Oklahoma at North Texas
Denton, Texas
7 p.m.
Texas at TCU
Fort Worth, Texas
Rice at Oklahoma State
Stillwater, Okla.
7 p.m.
California at Texas A&M
College Station
UT-San Antonio at Texas
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
Nebraska at Saint Louis
St. Louis, Mo.
7:30 p.m.
Missouri at UC Davis
Davis, Calif.
9 p.m.
Noon
Jackrabbit Invitational
Texas Tech at Middle Tennessee State
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7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
21
Sun.
Texas A&M at Rice
Kansas at Florida
6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Houston, Texas
Noon
Gainesville, Fla.
Noon
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Date
Match Location
Time (CT)TV
Date
Match Location
Houston at Baylor
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
Iowa at Iowa State
Ames, Iowa
1 p.m.
Stephen F. Austin at Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb.
1 p.m.
California at Texas
Austin, Texas
McNeese State at Oklahoma State
Stillwater, Okla.
Fresno State at Colorado
Boulder, Colo.
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Fri.
1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m.
Colorado Soccer Classic
• Kansas at Nebraska • Oklahoma at Colorado
Lincoln, Neb.
4:30 p.m.
Boulder, Colo.
5 p.m.
Baylor at Texas State
San Marcos, Texas
7 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
7 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
7 p.m.
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
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Sun.
• Missouri at Iowa State • Texas Tech at Oklahoma State • Texas A&M at Texas • Kansas at Iowa State • Missouri at Nebraska • Oklahoma at Texas Tech • Oklahoma State at Colorado • Texas A&M at Baylor
Ames, Iowa
1 p.m.
Lincoln, Neb.
1 p.m.
Lubbock, Texas
1 p.m.
Boulder, Colo.
2 p.m.
Waco, Texas
7 p.m.
24
Fri.
3
Fri.
5
Sun.
10
12
Sun.
12
Fri.
19
• Texas Tech at Missouri • Iowa State at Texas • Nebraska at Baylor • Colorado at Kansas Oregon at Oklahoma State • Oklahoma at Texas A&M
Fri. Illinois State at Iowa State
• Texas Tech at Kansas • Texas at Nebraska • Colorado at Missouri • Iowa State at Baylor • Oregon at Oklahoma • Oklahoma State at Texas A&M
Sun.
• Texas at Colorado • Missouri at Oklahoma • Kansas at Oklahoma State • Baylor at Texas Tech • Nebraska at Texas A&M • Kansas at Oklahoma • Missouri at Oklahoma State • Texas at Texas Tech • Iowa State at Texas A&M • Baylor at Colorado • Texas A&M at Kansas • Colorado at Nebraska Francis Marion at Missouri • Oklahoma State at Baylor • Texas Tech at Iowa State • Oklahoma at Texas Francis Marion at Kansas
• Texas Tech at Nebraska • Oklahoma at Baylor
4:30 p.m.
Columbia, Mo.
6:30 p.m.
Norman, Okla. College Station
7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Columbia, Mo.
Noon
Austin, Texas
Noon
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
1 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
1 p.m.
College Station
1:30 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
4 p.m.
Boulder, Colo.
5 p.m.
Norman, Okla.
7 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
7 p.m.
Lubbock, Texas College Station
7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Norman, Okla.
1 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
1 p.m.
Lubbock, Texas College Station Boulder, Colo.
1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
4 p.m.
Lincoln, Neb.
4 p.m.
Columbia, Mo.
Columbia, Mo.
3 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Des Moines, Iowa
7 p.m.
Norman, Okla.
7 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
7 p.m.
Lubbock, Texas
7 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
1 p.m.
Columbia, Mo.
1 p.m.
Norman, Okla.
1 p.m.
Stillwater, Okla.
1 p.m.
Lubbock, Texas
1 p.m.
Boulder, Colo.
2 p.m.
26
Sun.
31
Fri.
• Nebraska at Oklahoma • Iowa State at Oklahoma State • Texas A&M at Texas Tech • Baylor at Kansas • Texas at Missouri • Iowa State at Oklahoma • Nebraska at Oklahoma State TCU at Texas Tech • Texas A&M at Colorado • Kansas at Missouri • Nebraska at Iowa State • Oklahoma State at Oklahoma • Baylor at Texas
Columbia, Mo.
6:30 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
7 p.m.
Norman, Okla.
7 p.m.
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
NOVEMBER
5
Wed.
7 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
7 p.m.
Austin, Texas
7 p.m.
Big 12 Championship Quarterfinals San Antonio, Texas 11:30 a.m. / 1:30 p.m. / 5:30 p.m. / 7:30 p.m.
7
Fri. Big 12 Championship Semifinals San Antonio, Texas 5:30 p.m. / 7:30 p.m.
9
Sun. Big 12 Championship Final San Antonio, Texas FSN 1:00 p.m.
14
Fri. NCAA First Round Campus Sites Times to be Determined
16
Sun. NCAA Second Round Campus Sites Times to be Determined
21-23
NCAA Third Round Campus Sites Times to be Determined
28-30
NCAA Quarterfinals Campus Sites Times to be Determined
6:30 p.m.
Waco, Texas
Lawrence, Kan.
Lawrence, Kan.
1 p.m. 1:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Lincoln, Neb. Waco, Texas
College Station
1 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
Austin, Texas
DECEMBER
7
Sun. NCAA College Cup Cary, N.C. ESPN Times to be Determined
Noon
Lincoln, Neb.
Noon
Waco, Texas
1 p.m.
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OPPONENTS
• Texas at Kansas • Baylor at Missouri
Ames, Iowa
Colorado at Drake
OCTOBER
• Colorado at Iowa State • Oklahoma State at Texas • Missouri at Texas A&M
Time (CT)TV
B AY L O R
COLORADO
Sunday, September 28 • 7 p.m. • Waco, Texas
Sunday, October 26 • 2 p.m. • Boulder, Colo.
Bears
general information
general information
Location: Waco, Texas
Location: Boulder, Colo.
Enrollment: 14,174
Enrollment: 28,988
Acting President: Harold R. Cunningham
President: Hank Brown Athletic Director: Mike Bohn
Athletic Director: Ian McCaw
Colors: Silver, Gold, and Black
Colors: Green and Gold
Nickname: Buffaloes
Nickname: Bears
Conference: Big 12
Conference: Big 12
Home Field: Prentup Field (2,000)
Home Field: Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field (3,000)
OPPONENTS
Buffaloes
Head Coach: Bill Hempen (Evansville, 1981)
Head Coach: Marci Jobson (Presbyterian College, ‘99)
Record at School: 69-43-15 (6 years) Soccer Office Phone: (303) 492-0632
Record at School: First Season
Associate Head Coach: Paul Hogan
Soccer Office Phone: (254) 710-3090 Associate Head Coach: Paul Jobson Assistant Coach: Chuck Gold 2007 Record: 7-10-2 2007 Conference Record: 1-8-1 (10th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 5/6 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 16/9
Assistant Coach: Tracy Chao
Marci Jobson Head Coach
series results A&M leads, 9-4-1
10 / 12 / 97......... BU...... ot 2-1....Waco
media information
10 / 09 / 98......... BU............ 2-0....College Station 10 / 08 / 99......... BU............ 1-0....Waco 10 / 01 / 00......... BU............ 2-1....Waco
Soccer SID: Kyle Cornish
10 / 07 / 01........A&M........... 6-0....College Station
Office Phone: (254) 710-3065
10 / 11 / 02..........tie...2 ot 1-1....Waco
2007 Post-Season: NCAA Second Round Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 9/2 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 13/11
media information Soccer SID: Allie Musso Office Phone: (303) 492-6506 Office Fax: (303) 492-3811
Office Fax: (254) 709-4657
10 / 12 / 03........A&M........... 3-0....College Station
Press Box Phone: Contact SID
SID email: Kyle_Cornish@baylor.edu
09 / 24 / 04........A&M........... 1-0....Waco
SID email: mussoa@colorado.edu
Official website: BaylorBears.com
10 / 28 / 05........A&M........... 4-0....College Station
Official website: cubuffs.com
10 / 22 / 06........A&M........... 1-0....Waco 11 / 01 / 06.........A&M........... 3-0....San Antonio 11 / 02 / 07.........A&M........... 4-0....College Station
Head Coach
2007 Conference Record: 5-5-0 (7th)
10 / 13 / 96........A&M........... 4-1....College Station 11 / 09 / 96.........A&M.... ot 5-4....St. Louis
Bill Hempen
2007 Record: 10-8-4
series results A&M leads, 15-1-1 10 / 04 / 96........A&M........... 3-0....Boulder 10 / 26 / 97........A&M........... 5-0....College Station 10 / 16 / 98........A&M........... 3-0....Boulder 10 / 15 / 99........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 09 / 24 / 00........A&M........... 6-1....College Station 11 / 01 / 00.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 09 / 30 / 01.........tie...2 ot 2-2....Boulder 10 / 04 / 02........A&M........... 2-0....Boulder 11 / 08 / 02.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 10 / 26 / 03........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 10 / 08 / 04........A&M........... 2-1....Boulder 11 / 05 / 04.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 10 / 21 / 05........A&M........... 2-1....College Station 11 / 06 / 05.........A&M.. 2 ot 2-1....San Antonio 10 / 06 / 06........A&M........... 3-0....Boulder 11 / 03 / 06..........CU...2 ot 3-2....San Antonio 10 / 14 / 07........A&M........... 4-2....College Station
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TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
I O W A S TAT E
KANSAS
Sunday, October 12 • 1:30 p.m. • Aggie Soccer Stadium
Friday, October 17 • 4 p.m. • Lawrence, Kan.
Cyclones
general information
Jayhawks
general information Location: Lawrence, Kan.
Enrollment: 26,710
Enrollment: 29,272
President: Dr. Gregory Geoffroy
Chancellor: Dr. Robert Hemenway
Athletic Director: Jamie Pollard
Athletic Director: Lew Perkins
Colors: Cardinal and Gold
Colors: Crimson and Blue
Nickname: Cyclones
Nickname: Jayhawks
Conference: Big 12
Conference: Big 12
Home Field: ISU Soccer Complex (1,000)
Home Field: Jayhawk Soccer Complex (1,000)
Head Coach: Wendy Dillinger (Indiana, ‘98)
Head Coach: Mark Francis (SMU, 1987)
Record at School: First Season
Record at School: 104-70-13 (9 years)
Associate Head Coach: Tim Bennett
Soccer Office Phone: (785) 864-3556
Assistant Coach: Ben Madsen 2007 Record: 8-6-5 2007 Conference Record: 4-4-2
Wendy dillinger Head Coach
2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 7/4 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 17/8
series results A&M leads, 12-1-2
Assistant Coaches: Kelly Miller, Antoinette Marjanovic 2007 Record: 7-10-4 2007 Conference Record: 5-2-3 (3rd) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 8/3 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 15/7
09 / 27 / 96........A&M........... 3-0....Ames
media information
09 / 12 / 97........A&M........... 5-2....College Station 10 / 04 / 98........A&M........... 2-0....Ames 11 / 05 / 98.........A&M........... 6-0....San Antonio
OPPONENTS
Location: Ames, Iowa
Mark Francis Head Coach
series results A&M leads, 10-1-1 09 / 13 / 96........A&M........... 7-1....College Station 09 / 05 / 97........A&M........... 5-0....Lawrence
media information
10 / 25 / 98........A&M........... 4-1....College Station 10 / 24 / 99........A&M........... 4-1....Lawrence 10 / 13 / 00........A&M........... 3-0....College Station
Soccer SID: Eric Bentzinger
10 / 03 / 99........A&M........... 4-1....College Station
Office Phone: (515) 294-2008
11 / 03 / 99..........tie...2 ot 0-0....San Antonio
Soccer SID: Mike Cummings
10 / 19 / 01........A&M........... 4-0....Lawrence
Office Fax: (515) 294-0558
10 / 06 / 00........A&M........... 3-0....Ames
Office Phone: (785) 864-3575
10 / 27 / 02........A&M........... 3-1....College Station
Press Box Phone: (515) 294-3570
10 / 12 / 01........A&M........... 3-0....College Station
Office Fax: (785) 864-7944
10 / 05 / 03.........tie...2 ot 1-1....Lawrence
SID email: ericb@iastate.edu
09 / 27 / 02........A&M........... 4-2....College Station
Cell Phone: (785) 331-6307
Official website: cyclones.com
10 / 17 / 03........A&M........... 2-0....College Station
Press Box Phone: Contact SID
10 / 24 / 04........A&M........... 1-0....Ames
SID email: mtc@ku.edu
10 / 07 / 05.........ISU............ 1-0....College Station
Official website: kuathletics.com
10 / 22 / 04......... KU............ 1-0....College Station 09 / 25 / 05........A&M........... 3-2....Lawrence 10 / 08 / 06........A&M..... ot 1-0....Lawrence 09 / 30 / 07........A&M........... 5-1....College Station
10 / 20 / 06........A&M........... 7-0....College Station 10 / 19 / 07........A&M........... 1-0....Ames 11 / 07 / 07..........tie...2 ot 1-1....San Antonio
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missouri
nebraska
Sunday, October 19 • 1:30 p.m. • Aggie Soccer Stadium
Friday, October 10 • 7:30 p.m. • Aggie Soccer Stadium
Tigers
OPPONENTS
general information
Cornhuskers
general information
Location: Columbia, Mo.
Location: Lincoln, Neb.
Enrollment: 28,070
Enrollment: 22,000
Chancellor: Dr. Brady Deaton
President: Harvey S. Perlman
Athletic Director: Michael Alden
Athletic Director: Tom Osborne
Colors: Old Gold and Black
Colors: Scarlet and Cream
Nickname: Tigers
Nickname: Cornhuskers, Huskers
Conference: Big 12
Conference: Big 12
Home Field: Audrey J. Walton Complex (2,500)
Home Field: Nebraska Soccer Field (3,500)
Head Coach: Bryan Blitz (Tulsa, ‘87)
Head Coach: John Walker (Queen’s U., 1987)
Record at School: 125-114-10 (12 Years)
Record at School: 215-77-16 (15 years)
Soccer Office Phone: (573) 884-1346 Associate Head Coach: Amy Edwards Assistant Coach: Molly Schneider 2007 Record: 13-8-1 2007 Conference Record: 6-4-0 (4th) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Second Round
Soccer Office Phone: (402) 472-0456
Bryan Blitz Head Coach
series results
Highest Final Ranking: No. 25
A&M leads, 11-5-1
Starters Returning/Lost: 10/1
09 / 15 / 96........A&M........... 6-0....College Station 09 / 07 / 97........A&M........... 5-2....Columbia 10 / 23 / 98........A&M........... 2-1....College Station 10 / 22 / 99........A&M........... 5-2....Columbia 10 / 15 / 00........A&M........... 3-1....College Station 10 / 21 / 01........A&M........... 5-2....Columbia 10 / 25 / 02........A&M........... 5-3....College Station 10 / 19 / 03.........MU..... ot 5-4....Columbia 10 / 15 / 04.........MU............ 2-1....College Station 09 / 23 / 05........A&M........... 3-2....Columbia 11 / 02 / 05.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 11 / 22 / 06.........A&M........... 4-2....College Station 09 / 28 / 07.........MU............ 3-2....Columbia 11 / 09 / 07.........A&M........... 4-1....San Antonio
Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 16/2
media information Soccer SID: Kate Lakin Office Phone: (573) 882-3241 SID Office Fax: (573) 882-4720 SID email: lakinke@missouri.edu Official website: mutigers.com
Assistant Coaches: Wally Crittenden, Michelle Demko 2007 Record: 5-10-4
John Walker Head Coach
2007 Conference Record: 1-8-1 (T-10th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 11/1 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 20/4
series results Nebraska leads, 13-10 10 / 18 / 95........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 09 / 29 / 96.........NU............ 1-0....Lincoln
media information Soccer SID: Amil Anderson Office Phone: (402) 472-7781 Office Fax: (402) 472-2005
11 / 10 / 96..........NU..... ot 1-0....St. Louis 09 / 14 / 97........A&M........... 1-0....College Station 11 / 09 / 97.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 10 / 02 / 98.........NU............ 2-0....Lincoln 11 / 06 / 98..........NU...2 ot 3-2....San Antonio 11 / 15 / 98..........NU............ 7-0....Lincoln 10 / 01 / 99.........NU............ 1-0....College Station
Press Box Phone: Contact SID
11 / 21 / 99..........NU............ 1-0....Lincoln
SID email: aanderson@huskers.com
10 / 08 / 00.........NU............ 2-1....Lincoln
Official website: huskers.com
11 / 04 / 00..........NU............ 4-1....San Antonio 10 / 14 / 01.........NU............ 4-2....College Station 11 / 09 / 01.........A&M........... 3-2....San Antonio 10 / 06 / 02........A&M........... 3-2....Lincoln 11 / 10 / 02..........NU............ 1-0....San Antonio 10 / 24 / 03.........NU............ 2-1....College Station 11 / 06 / 03..........NU..... ot 2-1....San Antonio 10 / 10 / 04........A&M........... 2-1....Lincoln 10 / 09 / 05........A&M........... 4-0 . .College Station 11 / 04 / 05.........A&M........... 4-2....San Antonio 10 / 13 /06.........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 10 / 21 / 07........A&M........... 4-1....Lincoln
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oklahoma
Sooners
Sunday, October 5 • 1:30 p.m. • Aggie Soccer Stadium
general information
OKLAHOMA S TAT E
Cowgirls
Friday, October 3 • 7:30 p.m. • Aggie Soccer Stadium
general information
Location: Norman, Okla.
Location: Stillwater, Okla.
Enrollment: 29,721
Enrollment: 32,721
President: David L. Boren
President: V. Burns Hargis
Athletic Director: Joe Castiglione Colors: Crimson and Cream
Director of Intercollegiate Athletics: Mike Holder
Nickname: Sooners
Colors: Orange and Black Nickname: Cowgirls
Conference: Big 12
Conference: Big 12
Home Field: John Crain Field (3,500)
Home Field: Cowgirl Soccer Complex (1,450)
Head Coach: Nicole Nelson (Oklahoma City, ‘97)
Record at School: 41-15-9 (3 seasons)
Soccer Office Phone: (405) 325-8296
Soccer Office Phone: (405) 744-8765
Assistant Coaches: Kara Lowery, Graeme Abel 2007 Record: 6-10-3 2007 Conference Record: 2-7-1 (9th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 9/4 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 17/9
Nicole Nelson Head Coach
Soccer SID: Craig Moran Office Phone: (405) 325-6449 Office Fax: (405) 325-7623 SID email: cmoran@ou.edu Official website: SoonerSports.com
Assistant Coaches: Karen Hancock, Tony Economopolous 2007 Record: 14-6-3
colin carmichael Head Coach
2007 Conference Record: 5-4-1 (6th)
series results A&M leads, 13-0-0 10 / 07 / 96........A&M........... 4-0....Norman
media information
OPPONENTS
HeadCoach: Colin Carmichael (South Alabama, 1993)
Record at School: First Season
2007 Post-Season: NCAA 2nd Round Highest Final Ranking: 17th Starters Returning/Lost: 9/2 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 18/4
series results A&M leads, 12-0-2 10 / 06 / 96........A&M........... 3-0....Stillwater
08 / 30 / 97........A&M........... 2-1....College Station
09 / 26 / 97........A&M........... 4-0....Spring, Texas
08 / 29 / 99........A&M........... 5-0....College Station
10 / 30 / 98........A&M........... 5-2....Stillwater
10 / 20 / 00........A&M........... 3-1....Norman 11 / 03 / 00.........A&M........... 1-0....San Antonio 10 / 26 / 01........A&M........... 2-0....College Station
media information
08 / 27 / 99........A&M........... 4-0....College Station 10 / 22 / 00........A&M........... 5-0....Stillwater
Soccer SID: Wade McWhorter
10 / 28 / 01........A&M........... 5-1....College Station
11 / 08 / 01.........A&M........... 1-0....San Antonio
Office Phone: (405) 744-7853
10 / 18 / 02........A&M........... 4-0....Stillwater
10 / 20 / 02........A&M........... 1-0....Norman
SID Cell Phone: (405) 612-5240
09 / 26 / 03........A&M........... 4-1....Norman 10 / 03 / 04........A&M........... 2-1....College Station 10 / 14 / 05........A&M........... 6-2....Norman 09 / 29 / 06........A&M........... 6-1....College Station 10 / 07 / 07........A&M........... 1-0....Norman
Office Fax: (405) 744-7754 SID email: wade.mcwhorter@okstate.edu Official website: okstate.com
11 / 07 / 02.........A&M........... 5-0....San Antonio 10 / 03 / 03.........Tie...2 ot 0-0....Stillwater 10 / 01 / 04........A&M........... 3-0....College Station 11 / 03 / 04.........A&M........... 3-0....San Antonio 10 / 16 / 05.........Tie............ 1-1....Stillwater 09 / 27 / 06........A&M........... 3-1....College Station 10 / 04 / 07........A&M........... 2-1....Stillwater
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texas
texas tech
Friday, September 26 • 7 p.m. • Austin, Texas
Friday, October 24 • 7 p.m. • Lubbock, Texas
Longhorns
general information
general information
Location: Austin, Texas
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Enrollment: 37,069
Enrollment: 28,260
President: William C. Powers, Jr.
Athletic Director: Gerald Myers
Director of Women’s Athletics: Christine Polonsky
Colors: Scarlet and Black
Colors: Burnt Orange and White
Conference: Big 12
Nickname: Red Raiders
Nickname: Longhorns
Home Field: R.P. Fuller Stadium (2,000)
Conference: Big 12
Head Coach: Tom Stone (Duke, 1987)
Home Field: Mike A. Myers Stadium (20,000)
OPPONENTS
Red Raiders
Record at School: 7-8-2 (1 year)
Head Coach: Chris Petrucelli (UNCGreensboro ‘84)
Soccer Office Phone: (806) 742-3355 Assistant Coaches: Ashley Gordon, Aaron Gordon
Record at School: 121-60-14 (9 Years) Soccer Office Phone: (512) 471-7568 Assistant Coaches: Matthew Mott, Sarah Barnes 2007 Record: 16-4-5 2007 Conference Record: 6-2-2 (2nd) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Third Round Highest Final Ranking: No. 11 (NSCAA) Starters Returning/Lost: 8/2 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 18/5
media information Soccer SID: Ashley Walker Office Phone: (512) 471-8236 SID Office Fax: (512) 471-6040 Press Box Phone: (512) 232-3840 SID email: ashley.walker@athletics.utexas.edu Official website: TexasSports.com
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Chris Petrucelli Head Coach
series results A&M leads, 17-5-0 09 / 09 / 93........A&M........... 1-0....Austin 10 / 31 / 93........A&M........... 9-0....College Station 09 / 25 / 94........A&M.... ot 2-1....College Station 10 / 11 / 95.........A&M........... 6-0....Austin 11 / 04 / 95.........A&M........... 3-0....Dallas 10 / 22 / 96........A&M........... 4-0....College Station 10 / 02 / 97........A&M........... 4-1....Austin 11 / 07 / 97.........A&M........... 3-1....San Antonio 10 / 28 / 98........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 09 / 24 / 99........A&M........... 5-0....Austin 10 / 26 / 00.........A&M..... ot 2-1....College Station 11 / 02 / 01.........A&M........... 6-0....Austin 11 / 11 / 01.........A&M........... 1-0....San Antonio 11 / 01 / 02.........A&M........... 2-1....College Station 10 / 31 / 03......... UT... 2 ot 2-1....Austin 09 / 10 / 04........A&M........... 3-1....College Station 11 / 07 / 04.........A&M........... 3-0....San Antonio 10 / 02 / 05......... UT............ 2-1....Austin 10 / 27 / 06......... UT............ 0-1....Austin 10 / 12 / 07........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 11 / 11 / 07.......... UT............ 2-1....San Antonio 11 / 17 / 07.......... UT............ 3-2.... NCAA Tournament
2007 Record: 7-8-2 2007 Conference Record: 5-4-1 (5th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 9/2 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 15/6
media information
tom stone Head Coach
series results A&M leads, 13-1 10 / 09 / 94........A&M........... 3-1....Lubbock 10 / 08 / 95........A&M........... 2-0....College Station 10 / 11 / 96.........A&M........... 8-2....College Station 10 / 10 / 97........A&M........... 4-2....Lubbock
Soccer SID: Matt Dowdy
10 / 11 / 98.........A&M........... 6-0....College Station
Office Phone: (806) 742-2770
10 / 10 / 99........ TTU........... 1-0....Lubbock
Office Fax: (806) 742-1970
09 / 22 / 00........A&M........... 3-0....College Station
Press Box Phone: 806-742-3688 SID email: matthew.dowdy@ttu.edu Official website: texastech.com
09 / 28 / 01........A&M........... 4-1....Lubbock 10 / 13 / 02........A&M........... 6-2....College Station 10 / 10 / 03........A&M........... 8-0....College Station 09 / 26 / 04........A&M........... 3-0....Lubbock 10 / 23 / 05........A&M........... 7-0....College Station 09/ 24 / 06.........A&M........... 4-2....Lubbock 10 / 28 / 07........A&M........... 5-0....College Station
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
california
indiana
Mcneese s tat e
Friday, September 19 • 7:30 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
Sunday, August 31 • 1:30 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
Sunday, August 24 • 6 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
general information
general information
general information
Golden Bears
series results Series Tied 1-1 09 / 09 / 01.....A&M...... 3-1 San Marcos, Texas 09 / 08 / 02......Cal....... 1-0 Berkeley, Calif.
media information Soccer SID: Debbie RosenfieldCaparaz Office Phone: (510) 642-3611
SID email: darosenf@berkeley.edu Official website: www.CalBears.com
Location: Bloomington, Ind. Enrollment: 38,247 Colors: Cream and Crimson Nickname: Hoosiers Conference: Big Ten Home Field: Yeagley Field at Armstrong Stadium (6,100) Head Coach: Mick Lyon (Evansville, ‘89) Record at School: 56-48-15 (6 years) Assistant Coaches: Woody Sherwood, Erika True 2007 Record: 13-7-3 2007 Conference Record: 5-4-1 (4th) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Third Round Highest Final Ranking: No. 21 Starters Returning/Lost: 8/3 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 14/8
series results First Meeting
media information Soccer SID: Matt Brady Office Phone: (812) 856-0215 Press Box Phone: 812-855-3530
SID email: mlbrady@indiana.edu Official website: IUHOOSIERS.COM
Cowgirls
Location: Lake Charles, La. Enrollment: 8,175 Colors: Royal Blue and Gold Nickname: Cowgirls Conference: Southland Home Field: Cowgirl Field (300) Head Coach: Scooter Savoie (McNesse St., ‘92) Record at School: 58-91-17 (9 years) Assistant Coaches: Allison Holladay, Andrew Fitzgerald 2007 Record: 12-5-4 2007 Conference Record: 7-1-1 (T-1st) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 3/8 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 17/7
series results First Meeting
media information Soccer SID: Pam LaFosse Office Phone: (337) 475-5926 Office Fax: (337) 475-5928
SID email: plafosse@mcneese.edu Official website: www.mcneesesports.com
North carolina
princeton
rhode island
Friday, August 29 • 6 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
Friday, September 12 • 7:30 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
Friday, August 22 • 7:30 p.m. Aggie Soccer Stadium
general information
general information
general information
Tar Heels
Location: Chapel Hill, N.C. Enrollment: 17, 628 Colors: Carolina Blue & White Nickname: Tar Heels Conference: Atlantic Coast Conference Home Field: Fetzer Field Head Coach: Anson Dorrance Record at School: 648-32-19 (29 years) Associate Head Coach: Bill Palladino 2007 Record: 19-4-1 2007 Conference Record: 9-1-0 (1st) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Third Round Highest Final Ranking: No. 1 Starters Returning/Lost: 11/3 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 20/6
series results UNC leads, 9-1 09 / 09 / 94.....UNC...... 4-0 Dallas 10 / 20 / 96.....UNC...... 3-0 Klein, Texas 09 / 28 / 97.....UNC...... 2-1 Klein, Texas 08 / 27 / 00.....UNC...... 1-4 College Station 09 / 13 / 02.....UNC...... 1-4 Spring, Texas 11 / 29 / 02......UNC...... 3-0 NCAA Tournament 08 / 31 / 06.....A&M...... 1-0 College Station 11 / 25 / 06......UNC...... 3-2 NCAA Tournament 09 / 07 / 07.....UNC...... 2-1 Chapel Hill, N.C
media information Soccer SID: Dave Lohse Office Phone: (919) 962-7257 SID Cell Phone: (919) 641-4128
SID email: dlohse@uncaa.unc.edu Official website: TarHeelBlue.com
Tigers
Location: Princeton, N.J. Enrollment: 4,600 Colors: Orange and Black Nickname: Tigers Conference: Ivy League Home Field: Myslik Field Head Coach: Julie Shackford (William & Mary, ‘88) Record at School: 141-73-14 (13 years) Assistant Coaches: Ron Celestin, Scott Champ 2007 Record: 8-8-1 2007 Conference Record: 4-3-0 (3rd) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 7/4 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 14/9
series results Princeton leads, 1-0-0 09 / 03 / 04.... PRIN..... 2-1 Princeton, N.J.
media information Soccer SID: Andrew Borders Office Phone: (609) 258-5744 Press Box Phone: None
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SID email: aborders@ princeton.edu Official website: www. GoPrincetonTigers.com
Rams
Location: Kingston, R.I. Enrollment: 15,650 Colors: Keaney Blue, Dark Blue, and White Nickname: Rams Conference: Atlantic 10 Home Field: URI Soccer Complex (2,000) Head Coach: Zac Shaw (Maine, ‘84) Record at School: 35-22-4 (3 years) Assistant Coaches: Emily Shaw, Lauren Molinaro 2007 Record: 12-6-2 2007 Conference Record: 6-4-1 (7th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 4/6 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 10/7
series results First Meeting
media information Soccer SID: Mike Laprey Office Phone: (401) 874-2401 SID email: mlaprey@uri.edu
Official website: GoRhody.com
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Location: Berkeley, Calif. Enrollment: 33,000 Colors: Blue and Gold Nickname: Golden Bears Conference: Pacific-10 Home Field: Goldman Field (22,000) Head Coach: Neil McGuire (Augusta State, ‘97) Record at School: 15-5-1 (1 year) Assistant Coaches: Jennifer Thomas, Brian Zwaschka 2007 Record: 15-5-1 2007 Conference Record: 6-3-0 (T-3rd) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Second Round Highest Final Ranking: No. 15 Starters Returning/Lost: 6/5 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 15/10
Hoosiers
RICE
virginia tech
Hokies
Demon Deacons
Sunday, September 21 • TBA Houston, Texas
Friday, September 5 • 5 p.m. Virginia Tech Tourney • Blacksburg, Va.
Sunday, September 7 • 10 a.m. Virginia Tech Tourney • Blacksburg, Va.
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Owls
Location: Houston, Texas Enrollment: 5,145 Colors: Blue and Gray Nickname: Owls Conference: Conference USA Home Field: Rice Track/Soccer Stadium (5,000) Head Coach: Chris Huston (North Carolina, ‘92) Record at School: 75-55-10 (7 years) Associate Head Coach: Nicky Adams Assistant Coach: Justin Zoslow 2007 Record: 12-7-2 2007 Conference Record: 5-3-1 (T-4th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 6/5 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 18/7
series results Texas A&M leads, 2-0 08 / 30 / 02.....A&M...... 4-1 College Station 09 / 23 / 07.....A&M...... 6-0 College Station
media information Soccer SID: John Sullivan Office Phone: (713) 348-5636 SID email: jsully@rice.edu
Official website: RiceOwls.com
Location: Blacksburg, Va. Enrollment: 28,000 Colors: Chicago Maroon and Burnt Orange Nickname: Hokies Conference: Atlantic Coast Home Field: Virginia Tech Soccer Stadium (2,028) Head Coach: Kelly Cagle Record at School: 40-43-10 (5 years) Assistant Coaches: Charles Addair, Matt Gwilliam 2007 Record: 8-7-3 2007 Conference Record: 3-5-2 (T-8th) 2007 Post-Season: None Highest Final Ranking: NR Starters Returning/Lost: 8/3 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 17/5
series results First Meeting
media information Soccer SID: Ashley Wolf Office Phone: (540) 231-2228
SID email: anw@vt.edu Official website: hokiesports.com
WAKE FOREST
Location: Winston-Salem, N.C. Enrollment: 4,412 Colors: Old Gold and Black Nickname: Demon Deacons Conference: Atlantic Coast Home Field: Spry Stadium (2,800) Head Coach: Tony da Luz Record at School: 131-80-20 (11 years) Assistant Coaches: Tim Santoro, Megan Jessee 2007 Record: 13-7-3 2007 Conference Record: 6-2-2 (T-2nd) 2007 Post-Season: NCAA Second Round Highest Final Ranking: 20th (NSCAA) Starters Returning/Lost: 8/3 Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 17/6
series results First Meeting
media information Soccer SID: Chad Crunk Office Phone: (336) 758-5842 SID email: crunkmc@wfu.edu
Official website: wakeforestsports.com
2008 big 12 championship November 5, 7 and 9 • Blossom Soccer Stadium San Antonio, Texas Wednesday, November 5
Friday, November 7
former big 12 champions
Sunday, November 9
Seed No. 4 Game 1, 11:30 a.m.
Winner Game 1
1996..................... Nebraska
Seed No. 5
1997..................... Texas A&M Game 5, 5:30 p.m.
1998..................... Nebraska
Winner Game 5
1999..................... Nebraska
Seed No. 1 Game 3, 5:30 p.m.
Winner Game 3
Seed No. 8 Game 7, 1 p.m. FSN — Tape Delayed
Seed No. 3 Game 2, 1:30 p.m.
Winner Game 2
Seed No. 6 Game 6, 7:30 p.m.
Seed No. 2 Game 4, 7:30 p.m.
Seed No. 7
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2000..................... Nebraska lthough made up of 12 total schools, only 11 in the Big
2001..................... Texas A&M
12 Conference sponsor women’s soccer: Baylor, Colo-
2002..................... Nebraska
rado, Iowa State, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma,
2003..................... Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State, Texas, Texas A&M and Texas Tech. Each team
2004..................... Texas A&M
plays the other 10 once during the regular season. Prior to 1999,
2005..................... Texas A&M
the top six teams have advanced to the Big 12 Conference
2006..................... Texas
Tournament at the Blossom Soccer Complex in San Antonio, Texas. However, since 1999 the tournament has expanded to
2007..................... Texas
eight teams, eliminating first-round byes for the top two seeds. Winner Game 4
Seeds for the tournament are determined through a point system, which awards three points for a win, one point for a tie and no points for a loss against a Big 12 foe.
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2008 women’s college cup December 5 and 7 • WakeMed Soccer Park Cary, North Carolina The excitement begins with 64 teams...
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Host ........................... North Carolina State Facility .................. WakeMed Soccer Park Location ..................... Cary, North Carolina Capacity ...........................................7,000 SID Contact.......................Bruce Winkworth Office................................... (919) 515-2102 Fax....................................... (919) 515-2898 Email................bruce_winkworth@ncsu.edu Web Site .................................. gopack.com
Television Coverage Semifinals (12/05/08)
Championship (12/07/08)
#1 TBD (ESPN2 live);
#2 TBD (ESPN2 delay)
noon (ESPN2 live)
Ticket Info
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ickets may be purchased in advanced by contacting the NC State Ticket Office.
(919) 865-1510 Ticket Price: General Admission $35
ocated just 5 minutes from the NC State University Campus, the WakeMed Soccer Park is one of the nation’s premier soccer facilities. Opening in early 2002, the stadium has played host to many top soccer events including NC State men’s and women’s soccer games, US Men’s and Women’s National Team matches, official training site for the men’s national team before the 2002 and 2006 World Cup competition, was the site of the 2003, 2004 and 2006 Women’s College Cup, the 2005 and 2007 Men’s College Cup, and served as the home for the 2002 WUSA Champion Carolina Courage. SAS has also been awarded the 2009 Men’s College Cup. SAS is now the proud home of the Carolina RailHawks USL 1st Division Soccer team. The entire complex is composed of 7 fields, and the main stadium has a permanent seating capacity for 7000 spectators with parking available for 2,500 cars.
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nly four teams will remain when the action rolls into Cary, North Carolina. Get ready to see the nation’s premier teams and student-athletes as they make their way to Cary for the 2008 NCAA Women’s College Cup, hosted by North Carolina State University, the Capital Area Soccer League and the Town of Cary. Located in the heart of North Carolina, the area has long been known as a hotbed of soccer talent. Tickets are going fast; so don’t miss your opportunity to see the 2008 NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer national championship.
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ALL-TIME RECORDS vs. OPPONENTS
OPPONENTS
2 0 0 8 O P P ONEN T S – B OL D H IG H LIG H T Opponent
W L
T
Alabama
2
1
0
1995.........L............ 1-3
1998....... W............ 3-1
New Mexico
6
0
0
1993........W............ 3-0
2000....... W............ 3-1
Arizona State
1
0
0
1998........W............ 3-1
1998....... W............ 3-1
North Carolina
1
9
0
1994.........L............ 0-4
2007....... W............ 1-2
Arkansas
2
1
0
1993.........L.... ot. ... 1-2
1995....... W............ 8-3
N.C.-Greensboro
1
1
0
1994.........L............ 1-2
1996....... W............ 2-0
Ark.-Little Rock
2
0
0
1993........W............ 2-1
1994....... W............ 1-0
N.C. State
0
0
1
1994.........T.... ot.... 3-3
1994........T.......ot. . 3-3
Army
2
0
0
1994........W............ 3-0
2004....... W............ 6-1
North Texas
3
0
0
1998........W............ 5-1
2004....... W............ 8-2
Baylor
9
4
1
1996........W........... 4-1
2007....... W............ 4-0
Northern Illinois
2
0
0
1993........W............ 3-0
1994....... W............ 3-0
Boise State
1
0
0
2005........W............ 2-0
2005....... W............ 2-0
Northwestern State
2
0
0
2002........W............ 8-0
2005....... W............ 7-0
Cal State Fullerton
0
1
0
2006.........L............ 1-2
2006........ L............. 1-2
Notre Dame
0
1
0
1999.........L............ 0-1
1999........ L............. 0-1
California-Berkeley
1
1
0
2001........W............ 3-1
2002........L............. 0-1
Ohio State
1
0
0
1999........W............ 2-1
1999....... W............ 2-1
California-Irvine
1
0
0
2004........W............ 3-0
2004....... W............ 3-0
Oklahoma
13
0
0
1996........W........... 4-1
2007....... W............ 1-0
California-Los Angeles
1
2
0
2000.........L............ 0-4
2004........ L............. 0-1
Oklahoma State
11
0
2
1996........W............ 4-0
2007....... W............ 2-1
Centenary
2
0
0
1993........W............ 2-1
1994....... W............ 4-1
Oral Roberts
1
0
0
1993........W...........11-0
1993....... W.......... 11-0
Creighton
1
0
0
1995........W............ 2-0
1995....... W............ 2-0
Oregon
2
0
0
1997........W............ 3-1
2003....... W............ 4-0
Central Florida
3
0
0
1993........W.... ot. ... 4-1
2000....... W............ 5-0
Penn State
0
3
2
2000.........L............ 1-2
2007........T......2 ot 1-1
Clemson
1
1
0
1995........W............ 4-1
2004........ L............. 1-4
Pennsylvania
1
0
0
2004........W............ 3-2
2004....... W............ 3-2
College of Charleston
1
0
0
2007........W............ 4-0
2007....... W............ 4-0
Portland
0
2
0
2001.........L............ 1-2
2001........ L............. 1-4
14
1
1
1996........W............ 3-0
2007....... W............ 4-2
Princeton
0
1
0
2004.........L............ 1-2
2004........L............. 1-2
Colorado College
1
0
0
2003........W............ 2-0
2003....... W............ 2-0
Rhode Island
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Dartmouth
1
0
0
2007........W............ 2-0
2007....... W............ 2-0
Rice
2
0
0
2002........W............ 4-1
2007....... W............ 6-0
Detroit-Mercy
0
1
0
1993.........L............ 2-3
1993........ L............. 2-3
St. Edward’s
2
0
0
1993........W............ 4-1
1993....... W............ 4-1
Duke
3
1
0
1995.........L............ 1-2
2007....... W............ 2-0
St. Mary’s (Calif.)
2
0
0
1993........W............ 5-2
1997....... W............ 1-0
East Carolina
1
0
0
2005........W............ 3-0
2005....... W............ 3-0
Sam Houston State
2
0
0
2004........W......... 10-0
2006....... W............ 9-0
Florida
3
0
0
1995........W............ 3-2
2000....... W............ 3-1
San Diego
0
1
0
1996.........L............ 3-5
1996........ L............. 3-5
Florida Atlantic
2
0
0
1993........W............ 4-0
2002....... W............ 4-0
Santa Clara
0
2
0
1998.........L............ 0-3
2006........ L............. 0-2
Florida State
1
1
0
1999........W............ 2-1
2000........ L............. 1-4
South Alabama
1
0
0
1994........W............ 3-0
1994....... W............ 3-0
George Mason
1
0
0
1995........W............ 6-1
1995....... W............ 6-1
South Carolina
1
0
0
2003........W............ 2-1
2003....... W............ 2-1
Grambling State
1
0
0
2006........W............ 5-0
2006....... W............ 5-0
Southern Methodist
12
4
1
1993.........T.... ot . .. 1-1
2006....... W............ 4-0
Hardin-Simmons
1
0
0
1993........W............ 6-1
1993....... W............ 6-1
Stanford
3
3
0
1997........W............ 2-1
2005....... W............ 1-0
Hartford
1
1
0
1998.........L............ 1-2
2000....... W............ 2-1
Stephen F. Austin
3
0
0
1995........W.......... 10-0
2007....... W............ 4-1
Harvard
1
0
1
2000........W............ 3-0
2000....... W............ 3-0
Texas
15
5
0
1993........W............ 1-0
2007........L............. 2-3
Houston
1
0
0
1999........W............ 7-0
1999....... W............ 7-0
Texas Christian
10
0
0
1993........W............ 4-1
2005....... W............ 4-0
Idaho State
1
0
0
2002........W............ 6-0
2002....... W............ 6-0
Texas State
2
0
0
2001........W............ 3-0
2004....... W.......... 10-0
Texas Tech
13
1
0
1994........W............ 3-1
2007....... W........... 5-0
Colorado
Indiana
First Meeting
Last Meeting
First Meeting
Opponent
W L
T
First Meeting
Last Meeting
1
1
0
2004.........L............ 1-2
2006....... W............ 3-0
Tulane
2
0
0
1996........W............ 8-0
2001....... W............ 4-1
Iowa State
12
1
2
1996........W............ 3-0
2007........T........ pk 1-1
Tulsa
3
0
0
1994........W............ 1-0
2007....... W............ 3-0
Kansas
10
1
1
1996........W............ 7-1
2007....... W............ 5-1
UCLA
1
3
0
2000.........L............ 0-4
2006........ L............ 1-2
Kentucky
1
0
0
1999........W............ 3-2
1999....... W............ 3-2
Utah
3
0
0
1997........W............ 4-0
2003....... W............ 1-0
Marquette
2
0
0
1995........W.... ot. ... 7-4
2000....... W............ 4-0
UTSA
1
0
0
2006........W............ 7-0
2006....... W........... 7-0
Maryland
1
0
1
1994.........T.... ot. ... 1-1
1995....... W............ 1-0
Vanderbilt
3
0
0
1995........W............ 4-2
1999....... W............ 5-1
Massachusetts
1
1
0
1995.........L............ 1-2
1996....... W............ 3-0
Virginia
1
0
0
2006........W............ 2-1
2006....... W............ 2-1
Mercer
1
0
0
1994........W............ 4-1
1994....... W............ 4-1
Virginia Tech
First Meeting
Illinois
McNeese State
First Meeting
Wake Forest
First Meeting
Michigan
1
0
1
2004........W............ 2-1
2005........T...... ot... 1-1
Washington
3
0
0
2001........W............ 1-0
2005....... W............ 6-0
Michigan State
0
1
0
2005.........L............ 0-1
2005........ L............. 0-1
Washington State
1
1
0
1993.........L............ 0-2
2003....... W............ 2-0
Missouri
11
3
0
1996........W............ 6-0
2007....... W............ 4-1
West Virginia
1
0
0
2007........W............ 2-1
2007....... W............ 2-1
Montana
2
0
0
1994........W............ 5-1
1999....... W............ 2-1
William & Mary
1
0
0
1995........W............ 2-1
1995....... W............ 2-1
Navy
1
0
0
1999........W............ 6-0
1999....... W............ 6-0
Wisconsin
2
0
0
1997........W............ 2-1
1998....... W............ 2-1
10 13
0
1995........W............ 2-0
2007....... W............ 4-1
Wisconsin-Milwaukee
1
0
0
2007........W............ 6-1
2007....... W............ 6-1
0
1995........W............ 4-0
1995....... W............ 4-0
Nebraska New Hampshire
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exas A&M soccer players have become accustomed to
high expectations over the years. So when the 2007 squad reported back to College Station in early August for fall workouts, the promise and excitement surrounding the upcoming season came as no surprise. The team was coming off a dazzling 2006 season that saw it capture its third-straight Big 12 regular season title and earn its 12th consecutive NCAA tourna-
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ment berth, eighth “Sweet Sixteen” appearance and third trip to the “Elite Eight.” Not to mention, the nation’s top recruiting class in 2004 was entering its final season. The
The 2007 Big 12 Regular season champion Aggies.
squad was returning a full-starting lineup and was welcoming seven talented freshman to an already potent roster. The Aggies, who were preseason ranked No. 5 in the nation and picked to win the Big 12 for a fourth-consecutive year, boasted
NCAA Tournament teams, two Elite Eight participants and the eventual national champion. The Aggies posted a 7-1-1 record through that rigorous non-conference slate, knocking off some lofty opponents along the way, posting five shutouts and outscoring their opponents 27-5. Now with the conference season on the horizon, A&M begin to set its focus on defending its Big 12 title.
“We have always believed in taking on a challenging non-conference schedule so that we expose our players to the nation’s toughest competition and to learn from those experiences,” commented A&M head coach G. Guerrieri. “In 2007 we played some very difficult road games against North Carolina, Duke, West Virginia, and Penn State. I felt like each of these teams would help us learn
a 10-game home slate, knowing they hadn’t lost a game at home in their last 12 outings. And the team’s ultimate goal of reaching soccer’s pinnacle, The College Cup, was set to take place right in A&M’s backyard.
ONE OF THE nation’s toughest non-conference scheduleS
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&M opened its 2007 campaign against one of the toughest non-conference schedules in the nation that featured five 2006
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about ourselves and put us in very difficult environment, which would help us prepare for assault on a fourth consecutive Big 12 championship.”
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veteran Aggie squad knew exactly what it was going to take to bring another title back to College Station. But that would be no easy task for a team whose continual success had it boasting a rather large target on its back. The Ags dropped their league opener in Columbia, Missouri on a late counter-attack in the game’s dying moments, but the loss only motivated the Aggies to be better. A&M then went on an inspired run through Big 12 foes, winning their final nine games, capturing the conference championship with two games to spare. After defeating Kansas 5-1 in College Station, and then going on the road to beat Oklahoma and then Oklahoma State in a come-from-behind, 2-1, victory on national TV, the Ags held a 3-1 league record heading into what would prove to be a pivotal weekend in the team’s title run. A&M was staring straight in the eyes of perhaps its toughest test of the season, as the Aggies were set to face-off
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ASHLEE PISTORIUS ponent, the 2006 conference runners up from Colorado. A&M gambled on the opening coin toss and opted to play the first half against a strong southern breeze. The Buffaloes took advantage of a couple defensive letdowns and seized a 2-0 lead going into the locker room at halftime. Guerrieri and his staff challenged his Aggie players during the halftime break, and in the following 45 minutes, they answered. Senior forward Melissa Garey set the pace for the Aggies’ second half rally when she scored in the game’s 65th minute. Just under four minutes later freshman Rachel Shipley found Pistorius open in the penalty area where the All-American finished her 15th goal of the season leveling the score at 2-2. It wasn’t long before Amber Gnatzig headed in the gamewinner off a corner kick, followed by an insurance goal from Shipley. In just 13 minutes, the Aggies scored four goals, turning a two-goal halftime deficit into a 4-2 victory. The successful weekend propelled the Ags to outscore their opponents 14-1 in their
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final four league games. And with a 5-0 home win over Texas Tech on Sunday Oct. 28; A&M once again became sole heirs to its fourthconsecutive Big 12 crown. While the accomplishment was a great one, the team had their sights set on a raising another trophy before the season was over. In the Big 12 Tournament, A&M defeated Iowa State in penalty kicks after playing nearly 85 minutes down a player. Then in the semi-final, the Aggies were able to avenge their earlier 2-3 loss to Missouri, soundly defeating the Tigers 4-1. But in the championship game, despite holding the majority of the possession and a 33-8 shot advantage, they were upset by Texas.
the post season
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he Aggies finished the regular season ranked as high as No. 2 in the nation and received a No. 2 national seed in the 2007 NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship Tournament. This was the 13th consecutive trip to the Big dance for the Aggies, by far the most of any Big 12 program. Yet, despite its top five ranking throughout the duration of the season, the NCAA committee didn’t do the team any favors, handing A & M perhaps the toughest of regionals, featuring the Mountain West champion (BYU), the Big 12 Tournament champion (Texas), and the Southland Conference champion (Stephen F. Austin). With the Long-
AMBER GNATZIG horns and Aggies posting 4-1 wins over BYU and SFA, the stage was officially set for a heated battle. A&M controlled perhaps every element of the game, except the weather and ultimately, the score. The Ags outshot Texas 23-13 and posted eight corners to UT’s six. But with the wind and rain in their face, the Aggies injury decimated defense made two critical mistakes and allowed the Longhorns to take a 3-2 lead. A&M managed a flurry of shots in the final six minutes, but the UT defense held and made two saves off the line to keep the game from going into overtime.
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&M accomplished a lot over the course of its 2007 campaign. The Aggies boasted a 21-game winning streak at home that ranks second in the record book for consecutive home wins, and captured their fourth consecutive Big 12 title, bringing their total to 10 in the last 12 seasons. They also earned their 13th-straight trip to the NCAA Tournament and the right to host the first and second rounds for the 13th time in as many seasons. A special group of eight seniors etched their mark as the most decorated class in Texas A&M soccer history by doing something no other class had before them, winning a championship in each one of their four seasons. The Aggie Soccer Stadium was home to the country’s largest overall attendance during the year, attracting more than 37,000 people through its turnstiles. A&M boasted seven All-Big 12 honorees, including the league’s Offensive Player of the Year and the nation’s leading scorer Ashlee Pistorius. Pistorius later went on to represent A&M as the Honda Sports Award winner, deeming her the title of “Best female college soccer player in America.” The future only looks bright for Texas A&M soccer in 2008 and beyond. The Aggies welcome another National Top 10 recruiting class in 2008 and are thinking one thing; RELOAD!
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against the then No.1- ranked team in the country and their biggest rival, the Texas Longhorns on Friday followed by a tough match-up against a solid Colorado side on Sunday. Senior midfielder Amy Berend put the Aggies on the scoreboard just six minutes into A&M’s match against the Horns. But the physical and aggressive nature of the game would play into Texas’ favor in the 32nd minute, when senior Allison Martino was given a straight red card, for retaliation, forcing the Aggies to play the remaining hour with just 10 players on the field against the Longhorn’s 11. However, a stout defensive effort from one of the best defenses in the country held the Longhorns scoreless and an insurance goal in the 72nd minute off an Ashlee Pistorius penalty kick gave the Aggies an insurmountable 2-0 lead and left the standing room only crowd (5,552) at the Aggie Soccer Stadium with plenty to be happy about. Less than 40 hours after A&M’s emotional and physically draining win on Friday night, the Aggies met up with another Top 25 op-
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2007 SEASON STATISTICS field player stats Name
Pistorius, Ashlee
GP / GS
Shots
Goals
GWG
score by period Asst. Pt.
Texas A&M Opponents
1st
2nd
31
38
0
0
0
69
9
11
0
1
0
21
24 / 24
129
25
7
9
59
Garey, Melissa
23 / 22
64
8
3
4
20
Jones, Elisabeth
24 / 14
39
6
0
3
15
Martino, Allison
22 / 17
34
3
1
7
13
Gnatzig, Amber
24 / 18
21
4
1
4
12
Ketchum, Nicole
24 / 24
24
5
2
0
10
Shipley, Rachel
24 / 12
37
2
1
6
10
Robinson, Laura Grace
24 / 15
55
3
1
3
9
Berend, Amy
24 / 24
48
3
1
3
9
Currie, Cydne
21 / 0
18
3
1
2
8
Hooper, Whitney
22 / 0
19
1
0
4
6
Carmichael, Paige
22 / 21
11
1
0
3
5
Harding, Inge
10 / 0
6
1
0
0
2
Albrecht, Sara
19 / 14
6
1
0
0
2
Currie, Natalie
12 / 0
2
1
0
0
2
Dyer, Kelly
6 / 0
Stephens, Micah
24 / 24
1
0
0
1
1
Arnold, Kristin
24 / 24
CK PK
Fouls
Texas A&M Opponents
133
3
197
92
0
250
keeper stats GP / GS
Min.
Avg.
127:29
1
0.71
3
2091:57
20
0.86
91 4
0
0
1
1
Team
0
0
0
0
0
6 / 0
0
0
0
0
0
Texas A&M 24 Opponents 24
0
0
0
0
1
514
69
18
50
188
251
21
4
21
63
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24 / 24
Saves
GA
0
Totals 24 Opponents 24
Total
team stats
8 / 0
End, Christy Arnold, Kristin
OT2 PK
15 / 11
Dyer, Kelly Wilmoth, Kelly
OT
2219:26
21
0.85
98
2219:26
69
2.80
159
2007 game resultS
August September
Date
31
Opponent
W/L
Dartmouth
W
2
College of Charleston
W
7
at North Carolina
L
9
vs Duke
W
Score
Shots
Asst.
SOG
Goals
2-0
11
0
5
4-0
33
3
11
1-2
3
1
2
Pistorius
2-0
17
3
8
Robinson, Garey Hooper, Curriey, C.
Pistorius, Gnatzig Martino, Pistorius (2), Berend
14
vs West Virginia
W
2-1
17
2
5
16
at Penn State
T
2 OT
1-1
21
0
11
Carmichael
21
Tulsa
W
3-0
25
3
12
Pistorius (2), Ketchum
6-0
20
4
8
2-3
12
2
5
5-1
20
2
10
23
Rice
W
28
at Missouri
L
30
Kansas
W
October
4
at Oklahoma State
W
7
at Oklahoma
W
2 OT
2-1
21
2
7
1-0
24
1
11
12
Texas
W
2-0
11
2
8
14
Colorado
W
4-2
26
3
10
19
at Iowa State
W
1-0
24
0
12
21
at Nebraska
W
4-1
15
5
7
Garey (2), Pistorius (2), Ketchum, Robinson Jones, Pistorius Currie, N., Pistorius (3), Robinson Pistorius, Ketchum Ketchum Berend, Pistorius Garey, Pistorius, Gnatzig, Shipley Garey Martino (2), Pistorius (2)
26
Wisconsin-Milwaukee
W
6-1
20
4
12
Currie, C., Garey, TEAM, Jones (3)
28
Texas Tech
W
5-0
33
4
14
Pistorius (2), Gnatzig, Ketchum, Currie, C.
4-0
26
3
14
Pistorius (4)
1-1
25
2
13
Jones
4-1
18
1
12
Gnatzig, Shipley, Berend, Jones
November
2
Baylor
W
7
vs. Iowa State
T
9
vs. Missouri
W
PK
11
vs. Texas
L
4-0
33
1
11
Garey
15
Stephen F. Austin
W
4-1
36
2
11
Pistorius (2), Garey, Harding
17
Texas
L
2-3
23
2
9
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2007 final rankings Nscaa
soccer buzz
1 USC............................ 20-3-2
1
2 Florida State................ 18-6-3
2 UCLA.......................... 21-2-2
3 UCLA ......................... 20-2-2
3 Florida State................ 18-6-3
4 Notre Dame . ............... 19-5-2
4 Portland......................... 18-4
5 Portland...................... 18-4-0
5 Notre Dame.. ................ 19-5-2
6 North Carolina.. ............ 19-4-1
6 North Carolina.. ............ 19-4-1
7 West Virginia . ............. 18-5-2
7 West Virginia.. .............. 18-5-2
8 Virginia.. ...................... 13-4-6
8 Penn State.. ................. 18-4-2
9 Connecticut.. ................ 14-6-2
9 Purdue........................ 20-2-3
10 Stanford ..................... 15-3-5
10 Stanford...................... 15-3-5
11 Texas.......................... 16-4-5
11 Texas.......................... 16-4-5
12 Penn State.. ................. 18-4-2
12 Texas A & M................... 18-4-3
regional polls
USC........................... 20-3-2
13 Virginia.. ...................... 13-4-6 14 Florida........................ 17-5-3
15 Duke .......................... 10-6-7
15 California.. ................... 15-5-1
16 Purdue ....................... 20-2-3
16 Tennessee................... 15-5-2
17 Florida........................ 17-5-3
17 Oklahoma State.. .......... 14-6-3
18 Georgia....................... 18-4-2
18 San Diego.. .................. 15-3-3
19 California.. ................... 15-6-0
19 Connecticut.. ................ 14-6-2
20 Wake Forest . .............. 13-7-3
20 Wake Forest.. ............... 13-7-3
21 Indiana........................ 13-7-3
21 Georgia....................... 18-4-2
22 Santa Clara.. ................ 12-6-3
22 Santa Clara.. ................ 12-6-3
23 Oklahoma State.. .......... 14-6-3
23 Boston College.. ........... 11-5-4
24 Boston College . .......... 11-5-4
24 Illinois......................... 12-7-2
25 Missouri...................... 13-7-1
25 Duke........................... 10-6-7
mid-atlantic 1
West Virginia.. ............. 18-5-2
2 Texas A & M................... 18-4-3
2 Penn State.. ................. 18-4-2
3 Tennessee................... 15-5-2
3 Virginia.. ...................... 13-4-6
4 Oklahoma State.. .......... 14-6-3
4 William
5 LSU............................ 12-5-7
5 James Madison.. ........... 17-5-1
6 Missouri...................... 13-8-1
6 Georgetown................. 14-8-0
7 Memphis.. .................... 17-4-1
7 Penn........................... 13-4-1
8 Colorado.. .................... 10-8-4
8 Virginia Tech.................. 8-7-3
9 Denver........................ 12-5-5
9 VCU............................ 11-8-3
10 SE Missouri St............. 12-2-4
10 Villanova..................... 11-4-6
great lakes 1
Notre Dame.. ............... 19-5-2
&
Mary.. ............ 15-5-2
northeast 1
Connecticut.. ............... 14-6-2
2 Purdue........................ 20-2-3
2 Boston College.. ........... 11-5-4
3 Illinois......................... 12-7-2
3 Hofstra........................ 18-4-0
4 Louisville..................... 13-6-2
4 Yale............................ 11-6-0
5 Indiana........................ 13-7-3
5 Boston University......... 11-7-3
6 Ohio State..................12-10-1
6 St John’s..................... 11-5-3
7 UW-Milwaukee.. ............ 13-4-4
7 Fordham...................... 10-5-5
8 Northwestern.. ................ 9-7-4
8 Columbia....................... 8-5-4
9 Marquette.................... 12-4-4
9 Harvard....................... 10-6-1
10 Dayton........................ 14-4-4
10 New Hampshire............ 11-7-2
southeast 1 Florida State................ 18-6-3 2 North Carolina.. ............ 19-4-1 3 Florida........................ 17-5-3 4 Wake Forest.. ............... 13-7-3 5 Georgia....................... 18-4-2 6 Duke........................... 10-6-7 7 Clemson...................... 10-6-5 8 South Carolina............. 14-6-3 9 Central Florida............. 15-4-4 10 UNC Greensboro.......... 16-5-1
west 1
USC........................... 20-3-2
2 UCLA.......................... 21-2-2 3 Portland...................... 18-4-0 4 Stanford...................... 15-3-5 5 California.. ................... 15-5-1 6 San Diego.. .................. 15-3-3 7 Santa Clara.. ................ 12-6-3 8 BYU............................ 17-4-2 9 Washington State......... 11-5-3 10 Loyola Marymount........ 12-6-1
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13 Texas A & M .................. 18-4-2 14 Tennessee................... 15-5-2
central 1 Texas.......................... 16-4-5
NCAA INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Points: Single-Game High
Points Per Game
Player
Team
Gm
G
A Pts.
Avg
Pts Player
Team
v.
Opponent
Date
1
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
17
18
7
43
2.53
16
Ashley Fortune
Francis Marion
v.
Howard
10-21-07
2
Lauren Cheney
UCLA
23
23
11
57
2.48
9
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
v.
Alabama St.
10-26-07
3
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
24
25
9
59
2.46
Niara Crimiel,
Jackson St.
v.
Texas Southern
09-28-07
4
Mami Yamaguchi
Florida St.
27
24
18
66
2.44
Lauren Brennan
Youngstown St.
v.
Howard
09-16-07
5
Ashley Fortune
Francis Marion
15
9
14
32
2.13
Erin Byrnes
Villanova
v.
St. Peter’s
09-11-07
6
Shannon Saxton
Boise St.
19
17
5
39
2.05
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
v.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff
09-09-07
7
Adele Letro
Utah
20
17
5
39
1.95
Shannon Saxton
Boise St.
v.
Southern Utah
09-09-07
8
Kerri Hanks
Notre Dame
26
14
21
49
1.88
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
v.
Baylor
11-02-07
T9
Caitlin Dingle
Kennesaw St.
21
17
5
39
1.86
T9
Ashleigh Gunning
Coastal Caro.
21
15
9
39
1.86
8
Player
Team
Gm
18 others
Goals: Single-Game High
Goals Per Game
REVIEW
G Per. Game
G Player
Team
v.
Opponent
Date
1
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
17
18
1.059
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
v.
Baylor
11/02/07
2
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
24
25
1.042
Brigitte Fox
Navy
v.
Howard
10/30/07
3
Lauren Cheney
UCLA
23
23
1
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
v.
Alabama St.
10/26/07
4
Shannon Saxton
Boise St.
19
17
0.895
Kendra Chandhoke
Portland
v.
San Francisco
10/21/07
5
Mami Yamaguchi
Florida St.
27
24
0.889
6
Adele Letro
Utah
20
17
0.85
Ashley Fortune
Francis Marion
v.
Howard
10/21/07
Belinda Kanda
Alabama A&M
v.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff
10/20/07
Amanda Janosky
Canisius
v.
Saint Peter’s
10/14/07
Rachel Sepeng
Alabama A&M
v.
Alabama St.
10/12/07
Niara Crimiel
Jackson St.
v.
Texas Southern
09/28/07
Lauren Cheney
UCLA
v.
Hawaii
09/23/07
Caiti Norton
Troy
v.
Alabama State
09/23/07
Lauren Brennan
Youngstown St.
v.
Howard
09/16/07
4 others
7
Kirby Stenard
Francis Marion
18
15
0.833
8
Caitlin Dingle
Kennesaw St.
21
17
0.81
9
10
Keri Zwikker
Jacksonville
20
16
0.8
Claire Zimmeck
William & Mary
22
17
0.773
4
Assists Per Game
Player
Team
Gm
A Per. Game
1
Ashley Fortune
Francis Marion
15
14
0.93
2
Kerri Hanks
Notre Dame
26
21
0.81
3
Nicole Cavallaro
Fairfield
21
16
0.76
4
Kelly Isleib
Utah
19
13
0.68
5
Michelle Enyeart
Portland
22
15
0.68
6
Mami Yamaguchi
Florida St.
27
18
0.67
7
Assists: Single-Game High
A Player
Team
v.
Opponent
Date
Caitlin King
Auburn
20
13
0.65
8
Ashley Fortune
Francis Marion
v.
Howard
T8
Lindsey Ozimek
Charlotte
22
13
0.59
4
Nicole Cavallaro
Fairfield
v.
Rider
11/04/07
T8
Ingrid Wells
Georgetown
22
13
0.59
Ingrid Wells
Georgetown
v.
Cincinnati
10/26/07
5 others
T10
Britt Canfield
Massachusetts
17
10
0.59
T10
Caty Cope
UC Irvine
17
10
0.59
10/21/07
Saves: Single-Game Highs
Saves Per Game Player
Team
Gm
1
Divinity Bradley
Southern U.
17
164
S Per. Game
9.65
20
2
Molly Mersereau
Nicholls St.
20
191
9.55
S Player
Team
v.
Opponent
Date
Molly Mersereau
Nicholls St.
v.
Stephen F. Austin
11/04/07
Karla Smith
Troy
v.
Denver
10/14/07
3
Caitlin Bodzioney
Youngstown St.
19
175
9.21
Divinity Bradley
Southern U.
v.
Southeastern La.
09/16/07
4
Kelsie Binetti
Lamar
15
136
9.07
19
Andrea Kaminski,
Cincinnati
v.
Marquette
10/21/07
5
Karla Smith
Troy
19
163
8.58
Jessica Garcia
Prairie View
v.
TCU
10/03/07
6
Amber Steeves
Alcorn St.
8
66
8.25
Kianna Williamson
Texas Southern
v.
Southern U.
09/30/07
7
Katie Shelton
Lipscomb
19
156
8.21
Stephanie Lynch
Eastern Ky.
v.
Maryland
08/31/07
8
Milla Junni
Chattanooga
16
130
8.13
Jenny Pence
Sam Houston St. v.
Texas-El Paso
08/31/07
9
Brielan Smiechowski
Arkansas St.
13
102
7.85
Jenny Pence
Sam Houston St. v.
UTEP
08/31/07
Lorna Brownlie
Jacksonville
11
84
7.64
10
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NCAA TEAM STATISTICS Home Attendance Team
G
Attend.
Avg.
Portland
10
37,710
3,771
Total Defense Team
Winning Percentage
Games
GMP
GA
GAA
Virginia
23
2239
10
0.402
Team
Win
Lost
Tied Pct.
Texas A&M
12
37,781
3,148
BYU
23
2133
11
0.464
UCLA
20
2
2
0.875
North Carolina
11
28,232
2,567
Purdue
25
2311
12
0.467
Purdue
20
2
3
0.86
Notre Dame
14
27,135
1,938
Florida
25
2306
12
0.468
Southern California
20
3
2
0.84
Brigham Young
13
21,242
1,634
Louisville
21
2110
11
0.469
Western Ill.
16
3
1
0.825
Georgia
13
19,523
1,502
Boston College
20
1895
10
0.475
Hofstra
18
4
0
0.818
Santa Clara
8
11,736
1,467
William & Mary
22
2050
11
0.483
Portland
18
4
0
0.818
Connecticut
10
13,460
1,346
Villanova
21
2027
11
0.488
North Carolina
19
4
1
0.813
Florida
13
16,889
1,299
Southern California
25
2309
13
0.507
Kennesaw St.
17
4
0
0.81
8
10,349
1,294
Portland
22
2008
12
0.538
Memphis
17
4
1
0.795
Penn St.
18
4
2
0.792
Georgia
18
4
2
0.792
Texas A&M
18
4
2
0.792
LSU
Shutouts Per Game
Scoring Offense Team
Games
Goals
Avg.
Team
Jackson St.
17
61
3.59
Villanova
21
14
0.667
Florida St.
27
81
3.00
Virginia
23
15
0.652
Texas A&M
24
69
2.88
Florida
25
16
0.64
Alabama A&M
20
56
2.80
Portland
22
14
0.636
Furman
23
64
2.78
BYU
23
14
0.609
Hawaii
22
59
2.68
Southern California
25
15
0.60
Grambling
21
56
2.67
Marquette
20
12
0.60
UCLA
24
63
2.63
Boston College
20
12
0.60
Purdue
25
65
2.60
UNC Greensboro
22
13
0.591
North Texas
23
59
2.57
William & Mary
22
13
0.591
Games
Shutouts Per Game
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NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Aggies and the SFA Ladyjacks prepare to sing the national anthem prior to the 1st Round Match held at the Aggie Soccer Stadium, Nov. 15, 2007.
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ing the Cougars to just one shot in the first 45 minutes of play, while A&M’s attack managed to fire-off 15 shots of its own. A&M came out in the second half even more fired up than in the first, scoring just two minutes into the period. Melissa Garey dribbled up the middle of the box, where Wiggers tried to dive at Garey’s feet for the ball but misplayed the kick allowing Pistorius to slide in behind, take control of the ball for goal No.3 on the season. Garey would factor into the scoring yet again for the Aggies, with her back turned to the goal she collected a loose ball passing it back out to Amy Berend who was streaking across the top of the box. Berend lined a hard shot straight over Wiggers in the 57th minute for A&M’s fourth and final goal of the game. The Cougars best chance to score came late in the second half as A&M freshman keeper Kelly Dyer came out of the box to play a back-pass from Nicole Ketchum. Dyer’s first touch caromed back to Charleston’s Christian Patton who one-timed a chip at the Aggie goal only to have it headed away by a leaping Micah Stephens.
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Dartmouth ......................................0 Texas A&M.......................................2 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The 5th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team opened its 2007 campaign with a victory, posting a 2-0 shutout over perennial Ivy League champion Dartmouth on Friday night at the Aggie Soccer Stadium under rainy and muggy skies. All-American forward Ashlee Pistorius gave the Aggies a 1-0 lead in the first half, converting a penalty kick after a Big Green handball in the box, before sophomore Amber Gnatzig gave the crowd of 5,008 a reason to yell even louder. The Aggies came out strong and kept play in its attacking third for much of the first half, but A&M was only able to manage three shots in the first half, including Pistorius’ goal. In the second, Texas A&M out-shot its visitors 8-2, and extended the lead to two goals in 86th minute. With the Aggies attacking, senior Allison Martino whipped her corner kick to the top of the area. Pistorius took the ball back to the goal and tried to turn on a pair of Dartmouth defenders, but the ball instead kicked up and hit a Big Green player in the hand. Referee John Lohr pointed to the penalty spot, and Pistorius stepped up and converted her first attempt of the season to give the Aggies a 1-0 lead in the 24th minute. Leading 1-0 at halftime, Texas A&M came out strong in the second and used strong play down the flanks to keep Dartmouth pinned
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amy berend back in its own defensive half. The Aggies finally broke through for a second goal at 85:09. Gnatzig dribbled down the right wing and fired a hard shot towards the right side of the goal. Skipping through the Big Green defense, the ball took an odd hop, finding the back of the net for Gnatzig’s first goal of the season, and sealing the Aggies’ 2-0 victory.
En route to her first shutout of her sophomore season, Kristin Arnold was forced to make just one save in the 82nd minute. Dartmouth’s Jenny Stone took the ball to her right, but a diving Arnold quickly wrapped up the ball, stifling any scoring opportunity the Big Green might have had.
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september 2, 2007 College of Charleston....................0 Texas A&M.......................................4 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Senior
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forward Ashlee Pistorius netted two goals as the 5th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team handed the College of Charleston Cougars a 4-0 loss in front of 3,131 fans on Sunday evening at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. A&M managed to find the back of the net twice within the first 10 minutes of play. In the sixth minute, freshman forward Rachel Shipley was tripped-up 18 yards from the goal. Senior midfielder Allison Martino took the free kick from the right side and weaved a hard shot through a cluster of players finding the back, left corner for the gamewinner. Not even two minutes later, Shipley sent a pass across the face of the goal to the left side where Pistorius drew Cougar keeper Sarah Wiggers out and beat her one-on-one for the All-American’s first goal of the night. The Aggie defense stifled any scoring opportunities Charleston tried to mount, limit-
Texas A&M.......................................1 North Carolina................................2 Chapel Hill, N.C. — The 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team ran out of time as the 3rd-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels used two first half goals to beat the Aggies 2-1 in front of 4,495 fans in the opening day of the Carolina Nike Classic at Fetzer Field in Chapel Hill, N.C. A&M brought the match within one goal in the 60th minute as Pistorius one-touched the ball into the far right post off a midfield pass from sophomore Amber Gnatzig. Gnatzig stole the ball in the Aggies’ defensive half of the field and dribbled up the middle dishing off a pass about 18 yards away from the goal for Pistorius’ fourth tally of the season. UNC (1-1-0) was able to withstand a flurry of Aggie (2-1-0) attacks in the last 10 minutes of play to hold on to the lead for their first win of the season, A&M’s first loss, including a play where freshman forward Whitney Hooper tangled up with Carolina keeper Ashlyn Harris in the box. Unfortunately for the Aggies, the Tar Heel defense was able to clear the ball before any damage could be done. A&M won the battle in the air in the second half, increasing their intensity to gain possession as the physical match wore on. Carolina managed to score its first goal of 2007 season in the 36th minute as Yael Averbuch made a quick pass to into Meghan Klingenberg who lined a shot just over the outstretched arms of Aggie keeper Kristin Arnold. The goal also served as the
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first the Aggies surrendered in nearly 216 minutes of play. The Tar Heels posted the gamewinner five minutes later as Sterling Smith collected a rebound on the near side off a deflected shot from Mandy Moraca. Pistorius was credited with all three of the Aggies’ shots in the game, two of the shots coming in the first half of play. The first was off a foul about 25 yards out resulting in a direct free kick that was blocked by the Tar Heel defensive wall. Pistorius’ second shot was fired at the close right post but Harris was waiting to scoop up her only save of the match.
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September 14, 2007 West Virginia...................................1 Texas A&M.......................................2 State College, Pa. — The 3rd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team (4-1-0) took control of a very physical match late in the first half to net two goals for the 2-1 victory over the 14thranked West Virginia Mountaineers (3-2-0) on a rainy Friday evening at Jeffrey Field on the campus of Penn State University.
period of play. The A &M restraining line held tight until the 87th minute when Ashley Banks ran onto a loose ball in A & M’s penalty area and launched a hard shot just to the right of Aggie keeper Kristin Arnold, bringing the Mountaineers within one of tying the game. However, the Aggies regrouped and held on to the 2-1 lead for their fourth win of the young season. At the end of regulation the shots and corner kick columns remained deadlocked as both teams managed 17 shots and four corners on the evening.
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September 9, 2007 Duke.................................................0 Texas A&M.......................................2 Chapel Hill, N.C. — The 2nd-ranked Texas
NICOLE KETCHUM With 13 minutes left in the first half, the Aggies pushed the ball up the right side where a West Virginia defender cleared the ball out of bounds allowing an A & M throw-in near the corner. Elisabeth Jones tossed the ball in to Amber Gnatzig who passed it back to Jones. Maneuvering around a couple of Mountaineer defenders, Jones worked the ball back in to Whitney Hooper who looped a shot just over an outstretched Mallory Beck into the lower left post for her first goal in an Aggie uniform, in the 32nd minute. Hooper factored into the Aggie scoring drive again in the 42nd minute as she won a ball in the midfield and used her incredible speed to pass the defense dribbling down the right sideline. Hooper squared up and sent a hard shot towards the goal, Beck ran out trying to scoop up the ball but instead deflected it right to the feet of a crashing Cydne Currie who one-timed her first goal of the season, the gamewinner, putting A&M up 2-0 heading into the half. West Virginia came out of the locker room in full force to start the second
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September 16, 2007 Texas A&M.......................................1 Penn State.......................................1 State College, Pa. — The 3rd-ranked Texas A & M and the 15th-ranked Penn State soccer teams fought tooth and nail for 110 minutes to earn a 1-1 draw in front of 2,216 fans Jeffrey Field. It was the fourth largest crowd to watch a Nittany Lion soccer match. A&M managed to get on the board first in the game’s 35th minute off a converted penalty kick by All-Big 12 performer, Paige Carmichael. The goal served as the senior’s fifth of her Aggie career. In an extremely physical match, Whitney Hooper received a pass from Cydne Currie deep in Penn State territory and quickly dribbled into the penalty area where a Nittany Lion defender tackled the petite freshman earning A&M its second PK of the year.
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September 21, 2007 Tulsa................................................0 Texas A&M.......................................3 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — AllAmerican forward Ashlee Pistorius had a foot in all three goals as the 4th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team (5-1-1) blanked the Tulsa Golden Hurricane 3-0 in front of 2, 727 fans on Friday night at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. The Aggies proved that the best defense is a good attack as A&M scored three goals in the first half while not allowing Tulsa (1-5-1) to fire even a single shot. Pistorius netted the gamewinner for the Aggies in just the 10th minute as freshman Rachel Shipley dribbled the ball towards the far
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A&M soccer team posted a goal in each half of play to shutout the Duke Blue Devils 2-0 on the final day of the Carolina Nike Classic at Fetzer Field in Chapel Hill, N.C. Texas A&M controlled most of the play in the first half of the game, but it wasn’t until the thirty-fifth minute that the Aggies finally found the back of the net. Duke committed a foul in the midfield that resulted in a free kick taken by Paige Carmichael. Carmichael sent the shot into the left side of the box where Ashlee Pistorius flicked the ball back across the goal to a streaking Laura Grace Robinson, who registered her first goal of the season and what would prove to be the eventual gamewinner. Robinson’s goal was only the first goal allowed by a stingy Duke defense through five games. A&M continued to press, keeping the ball in its attacking third of the field for much of the first half of play, outshooting the Blue Devils 12-3 and taking a 1-0 lead into the locker room at halftime. Duke came out of halftime, trying to take control of the game’s tempo, but Melissa Garey answered their efforts in the 61st minutes, and extended A&M’s lead to 2-0 with a just under 30 minutes left in regulation. The senior captain from Gonazales, La., ran onto a pass from Allison Martino at the top of the Duke penalty area, but was tripped up by a Duke defender trying to set up her shot, but because the ball remained in her vicinity, the referee made no call. Garey quickly regained possession of the ball finding her way back to her feet, firing the ball just under the top of the crossbar past the Blue Devil keeper for her first goal of the year. Duke’s best chance to score on the Aggies came in the second half while trailing 0-2 when KayAnne Gummersall took the ball and hammered a first-time touch from about 25 yards out but A&M’s Kristin Arnold flew at full-extension to the left side of the goal and held the save, keeping her third shutout of the season in tact.
A&M took a 1-0 lead into the locker room at the half, having forced keeper Alyssa Naeher to make six saves on eight shots. The most dangerous scoring opportunity of the first half for Penn State came with just 5:47 left as Danielle Toney came crashing down the right flank blasting a shot towards the front right post but a leaping Kristin Arnold beat the ball over the goal for her fifth save of the game. Both teams came out of the half even more fired up to gain control of the game. With the increase in intensity and speed of play came an increase in fouls on both sides. A&M ended with 15 while Penn State registered 14 fouls. Katie Schoepfer, who netted the gamewinner for Penn State on Friday, had the ball at her feet with an open lane to the goal with just under 12 minutes left in regulation but lifted her shot from about 15 yards out about two feet too high. However the sophomore forward would net the equalizer in the 86th minute. In a jumble of Nittany Lion attackers and Aggie defenders, Schoepfer came up with a loose ball and planted her shot in the upper right corner sending the game into overtime. A&M had a chance to seal a victory when Hooper was once again tripped up in the 82nd minute, this time just outside the 18-yard box. Laura Grace Robinson took the free kick from dead on that would deflect off the Penn State defensive wall right back at her feet. Robinson’s second shot went just a few inches wide of the left post. In less than a minute Ashlee Pistorius had two big opportunities to net the golden goal but her header in the 96th minute went just wide left and Naeher pounced on the second shot near the lower right post in the 97th minute to push the game into the second overtime. The last chance for the Aggies to come way with the victory came with just 20 seconds left as Robinson headed a free kick into the arms of Naeher as the clock ran down to zero. It was the second time in as many years the two teams battled to a 1-1 tie. Last year the same result was earned in College Station.
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LAURA GRACE ROBINSON left corner and spinning around chipped a shot into Pistorius who headed home her fifth goal of the season, putting A&M up 1-0. In the 36th minute the Aggies earned backto-back corner kicks. On the second attempt, Laura Grace Robinson collected a deflected ball off the crossbar and quickly dished it off to Pistorius who put away her 62nd career goal. Just over two minutes ticked off the clock before Pistorius would factor into A&M’s scoring attack again. A&M earned a free kick just outside the arc of the penalty area. Pistorius stepped up and rocketed a shot off the chest of Golden Hurricane keeper Kendall Harclerode that fell at the feet of a crashing Nicole Ketchum for the Aggies third and final goal of the match. In the second period of play, Tulsa was able to register three shots, but none were on frame as Kristin Arnold logged her third clean sheet of 2007.
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September 23, 2007 Rice..................................................0 Texas A&M.......................................6 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The 4th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team (6-1-1) scored four goals in the first half and two in the second to send the Rice Owls (5-3-1) home with a 6-0 loss Sunday evening at Aggie Soccer Stadium. Senior captain Melissa Garey would contribute two of the Aggies six goals, her first being the gamewinner in the eighth minute of the match. Freshman Rachel Shipley dribbled down the left flank and connected with Garey just outside the Owl penalty area. Rice keeper
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Meghan Erkel sprinted out of the goal trying to make a save but Garey quickly laced her shot just to the left of Erkel putting A&M up 1-0. Ashlee Pistorius would also contribute two goals to the Aggie attack. The All-American forward logged A&M’s second and third goals of the match in the 22nd and 38th minutes bringing her within 14 of tying the Aggie career record for most goals. Rounding out the scoring for the first half was defender Nicole Ketchum who with just nine seconds left on the clock received a long pass from Micah Stephens in the midfield circle and planted the ball in the back of the goal from the six-yard mark. The Aggies outshot the Owls 11-3 in the first half and took five corners to Rice’s zero. Much like in the first half, A&M set and controlled the tempo of the game in the second 45 minutes of play. Freshman speedster Whitney Hooper made a beeline towards the goal and was fouled just outside the penalty box. Garey would net her second of goal of the night off the direct free kick, bending the ball into the right post in the 70th minute, bringing her season total to three and increasing A&M’s lead to 5-0. With 12 minutes remaining in regulation, junior midfielder Laura Grace Robinson gained control of the ball and dribbled through the Owl defense, drawing back-up keeper Catherine Fitzsimmons out the goal. Robinson drilled a shot from about 15 yards out to seal A&M’s fifth shutout of the year. In a very technically sound and physically competitive match, the two teams combined for only seven fouls on the night. A&M totaled 20 shots to Rice’s five. Both teams used two goalkeepers on the evening and all four managed a save each.
A&M soccer team fought a very physical battle for 109 minutes but fell short as the 16thranked Missouri Tigers scored a goal with just 34 seconds left for the 3-2 win in front of Mizzou’s fourth largest crowd (1,545) on Friday at Walton Stadium in Columbia, Mo. With under a minute remaining in the second overtime, Kristin Andrighetto received a deep pass just atop the Aggie penalty box from Mo Redmond, drawing keeper Kristin Arnold out of the goal, allowing the Tigers to net the gamewinner. With the loss A&M fell to 6-2-1, 0-1-0 in league play while Missouri improved to 7-2-0, 1-0-0 in Big 12. A&M struck first in the 34th minute as Whitney Hooper used her incredible speed to beat the defense down the left flank, the freshman then passed the ball across the goalmouth just past Melissa Garey to Elisabeth Jones who one-timed her first goal of the season. The Tigers would bring the game to oneall just four minutes later. The Aggies cleared a corner deep down the field into their attacking half but Mizzou keeper Mallory Forst booted the ball back towards A&M’s goal where Krista Kruse picked up the ball slid it through to Kari Adam tying the game heading into halftime. The Aggies came out attacking in the second half and regained the lead in the 55th minute when senior Allison Martino dribbled into the middle of the Mizzou penalty area and played an outside of the foot ball to a crashing Ashlee Pistorius on the left side of the box.
Pistorius planted a shot into the far left post for her ninth goal of her senior campaign. However the Aggies only held the lead for 15 minutes before Crystal Wagner sent a looping pass from the right side of the midfield all the way to 20 yard mark on the left side. Adam sent the ball high in the air and A&M’s Arnold was too far out of the goal to snag the ball out of the air as the score moved 2-2 on Adam’s second goal of the night. Arnold made a career-high 11 saves on the night while the team chipped in two saves off the line.
GAME 10 September 30, 2007 Kansas.............................................1 Texas A&M.......................................5 COLLEGE STATION,Texas — A &M All-American forward Ashlee Pistorius picked up her fifth career hat-trick as the 3rd-ranked Aggies (7-2-1, 1-1-0) earned a 5-1 victory over the Kansas Jayhawks (1-8-2, 0-1-1) on Sunday afternoon at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. A&M’s scoring drive began nearly 41 minutes into the game as sophomore midfielder Natalie Currie flawlessly curved a corner kick from the left side into the far right post giving the Aggies a 1-0 lead heading into the locker room at halftime. The Aggies continued their attack just as quickly as the second half began, scoring four more goals off just 11 shots. Six minutes into the second period A&M tried to work the ball into the Jayhawk penalty area but had the ball booted out towards the right sideline, freshman forward Rachel Shipley gained possession of the ball and worked it back into Pistorius who was waiting just eight yards out on the left side of the box for her 10th
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before passing it back to Pistorius who lined her 13th goal of the season past Cowgirl keeper Erin Stigler. After Pistorius’ goal the Aggie offense stayed attacking in full force doubling their shots from the first half in a matter of just a few minutes. In the 81st minute Pistorius nearly put A&M up 2-1 when she fired a hard shot on frame but Stigler wrapped up the ball for save No. 5 on the night. It was only two minutes later in the 83rd minute that Cydne Currie collected a rebound and sent it out to Pistorius on the left flank. Pistorius drove the ball towards the far right post where Nicole Ketchum but away the gamewinner, her third goal of the season. The Aggie defense held its ground keeping the Cowgirls out of their attacking half of the field for the remainder of the match.
outside the OU penalty area in the 34th minute. The foul set up a free kick for senior midfielder Allison Martino just outside the 20-yard mark. Martino lifted the ball just over the Oklahoma security wall towards the right side of the goal where Nicole Ketchum was waiting to head home her fourth goal of the season, second gamewinner in as many games. A &M created numerous scoring opportunities, hitting the post once in the first half and forcing OU keper Tara MacDonald to make several saves on shots from point blank range. In the 62nd minute Pistorius nearly put the Aggies up 2-0 as she collected a pass on the left side of the goal from Elisabeth Jones who was positioned on the right sideline; and fired a hard, low shot at the close post, however MacDonald was able to get a foot on the ball and clear it off the line.
GAME 11 October 4, 2007 Texas A&M.......................................2 Oklahoma State..............................1 STILLWATER, Okla. — All-American forward Ashlee Pistorius contributed a goal and an assist as the 6th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team came from behind in a very physical match to beat the No. 22 Oklahoma State Cowgirls 2-1 on a windy night at the Cowgirl Soccer Complex in Stillwater, Okla. With the win A&M improves to 8-2-1, 2-1-0 in Big 12 play while OSU drops to 7-3-1, 1-2-0 in conference. A&M fought tooth and nail for the remainder of the first half but was unable to finish any of its scoring chances as Oklahoma State went into the locker room at halftime with the 1-0 lead. The Aggies came out attacking from the start of the second half, outshooting the Cowgirls 15-4 in the second 45 minutes. Pistorius tied the Big 12 career record for goals scored (69) when she netted the equalizer in the 70th minute. Pistorius fought for possession in the midfield and dribbled toward the goal slotting a pass off to the left side to fellow senior Melissa Garey. Garey then brought the ball close to four yards out
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GAME 12 october 7, 2007 Texas A&M.......................................1 Oklahoma........................................0 NORMAN, Okla. —The 6th-ranked Texas A&M soccer team used a first half goal and smothering defensive play to shutout the Oklahoma Sooners 1-0 on Sunday afternoon at John Crain Field in Norman, Okla. The Aggies moved to 9-2-1, 3-1-0 in Big 12 play with the 1-0 shutout, while the Sooners fell to 5-5-2, 1-3-0 in league play. The Aggies controlled the flow of the game for the entirety of the match, limiting the Sooners’ access to their attacking third of the field. A&M posted an offensive onslaught in the first 45 minutes, outshooting Oklahoma 14-2 and continued to press in the second half as Oklahoma kept nine players back on defense, posting 10 more shots to OU’s three. The only goal of the match came when the Sooner defense committed a foul just
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The Sooners’ best chance to score in the match came when Tenesha Duncan had an open breakaway down the left flank with just over 25 minutes left in regulation, but the senior forward had the ball tackled away by the Aggie defense as she tried to center herself in front of the goal. With the win A&M remains a perfect 130-0 all-time against Oklahoma.
GAME 13 October 12, 2007 Texas ..............................................0 Texas A&M.......................................2 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The 5thranked Texas A&M soccer team scored a goal in each half to knock off the top-ranked Texas Longhorns 2-0 in front the second largest crowd (5,552) to come through the gates at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. With the win, the Aggies not only move to 10-2-1, 4-1-0 in league play, but also gain a half point advantage in the State Farm Lone
Star Showdown standings. The loss dropped the Horns to 9-2-2, 2-1-1 in the Big 12. Senior midfielder Amy Berend was credited with the gamewinner in just the sixth minute as she tapped in a short shot from the left side of the six-yard box. Ashlee Pistorius dribbled the ball down the left flank and dished it off to Melissa Garey who was positioned with her back towards the center of the goal, 10 yards out. Garey spun around, slotting the pass into Berend who finished her second goal of the year. The match was very physical with both teams becoming overly aggressive at times. Senior Allison Martino was on the giving end of a hard foul and was penalized with a red card in the 32nd minute, causing A&M to have to battle the remaining 58 minutes with 10 players on the field. The teams ended the first half with a combined total of 15 fouls. A&M held a slight shot advantage with five to UT’s three. A&M continued to attack in the second 45 minutes while maintaining a stout defensive restraining line, earning the team’s sixth shutout of the season. In the 73rd minute A&M increased its lead to 2-0 as Garey was tripped up by Texas goalkeeper Dianna Pfenninger on the right side of the UT penalty area. Pfenninger, who left the match after the collision, was called for a foul. Pistorius stepped up to take the PK, converting the fourth of her career, which also put her in first place in the Big 12 career record books for goals scored (70). The Ags maintained the 2-0 lead, keeping the Horns winless in seven trips to College Station. A&M has now won 15 consecutive home matches, dating back to Sept. 20, 2006. Aggie keeper Kristin Arnold posted seven saves en route to her fifth clean sheet. The best chance for the Longhorns to attempt a comeback came in the 56th minute when forward Niki Arlitt sharply headed the ball into the belly of a lunging Arnold.
GAME 14 October 14, 2007 Colorado..........................................2 Texas A&M.......................................4 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The 5thranked Texas A&M soccer team (11-2-1, 5-1-0 Big 12) posted four goals in a 13-minute span in the second half to earn a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes (7-4-3, 3-3-0 Big 12) on a windy afternoon at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. Sophomore midfielder Amber Gnatzig headed home the gamewinner in the 73rd minute off a corner kick from the Big 12’s leading scorer, Ashlee Pistorius. A wave of shots by the Aggie offense caused CU keeper, Kristin Radlinski to beat the ball over the goal line, setting up Pistorius’ corner from the left side. Colorado took a 2-0 lead into the locker room at halftime after Nikki Keller connected with Allison Kidd at the top of the six-yard box in the 28th minute and then CU’s leading scorer
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goal in just 10 games, and what would prove to be the eventual gamewinner. Laura Grace Robinson would factor into the scoring for the Aggies in the 65th minute as the junior midfielder took control of the ball in the midfield and sieved through the Kansas defense as she dribbled straight towards the goal firing off a shot from point blank range for her third goal of the season, putting A&M up 3-0. Kansas countered just 30 seconds later as Kim Boyer and Monica Dolinsky quickly passed the ball from the middle to the right side back to Nicole Cauzillo in the middle of the Aggies’ penalty area. Cauzillo’s goal would be KU’s only goal of the game. Kansas managed just eight shots on the afternoon, four on frame as the Aggie restraining line held tough. Pistorius would drive home her 11th and 12th goals of the season in the game’s 69th and 76th minutes. The first of the two came from Robinson who slid a through ball into Pistorius from the right flank. Pistorius dove into the ball, heading home the Aggies’ fourth goal of the match. Pistorius’ third goal of the afternoon came off of her own rebounded ball. The senior launched a hard shot that ricocheted off the top of the crossbar. Pistorius then collected the loose ball and blasted it past Kansas keeper Colleen Quinn sealing the 5-1 win for A&M. The goal moved Pistorius within 11 of tying the Aggie career record for most goals, which is 79 held by Bryn Blalack. The five goals allowed by the Jayhawk defense was the most surrendered since the 2000 season.
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Nikki Marshall split the Aggie defense in the 42nd minute for her eighth goal of the season. The second half belonged to the Aggies as A&M fired 17 shots and held Colorado to just one. Senior captain Melissa Garey started A&M’s scoring drive as she and a Buffalo defender trapped the ball between themselves near the right sideline. Garey’s persistence paid off as she won possession and sent a hard shot into the left side netting to bring A&M a goal closer to tying the match. Pistorius would net the equalizer just four minutes later when freshman Rachel Shipley received a pass from Micah Stephens about 25 yards out and dribbled to the top of the CU penalty area. Shipley then played a through ball into Pistorius who squared up and drove her 15th goal of the season past a diving Radlinski. With the game locked at two-all, it was Gnatzig’s time to shine, scoring her second goal of the season. Shipley would contribute to the Aggie scoring surge once more as the Plano, Texas, native sealed the Aggies’ 4-2 victory from point blank range in the 79th minute. Amy Berend took the ball deep down the right flank and spinning around, Berend lined the ball back in front of the goal where Radlinski tried to clear it, but Shipley was waiting to put away her f irst collegiate goal. A&M controlled the pace of the game with its attack, taking 26 shots on the afternoon and 12 corner kicks while holding Colorado to six shots and just one corner.
chael sending a ball into the close post that was rebounded by Whitney Hooper who caused Iowa State to make a team-save off the line. Rachel Shipley won the cleared ball and drove a low shot into the near right post for A&M’s third shot in just a matter of seconds. The Ags took the 1-0 lead into the locker room at the half having dominated the shot column, 13-3 over the Cyclones. The Aggies continued to pound the Iowa State half of the field in the second 45 minutes of play, adding 11 more shots for a total of 24 on the night. Garey almost put the Aggies up 2-0 with a header that grazed the inside post but luckily for the Cyclones, caromed out. With just 14 minutes left in the match, Laura Grace Robinson dribbled down the right flank. Cutting towards the goal, Robinson played a cross into a streaking Pistorius, but
goals apiece en route to handing the Nebraska Cornhuskers a 4-1 loss on a blustery Sunday afternoon at the Nebraska Soccer Stadium. With the win the Aggies improve to 13-2-1, 7-1-0 in Big 12 play while the loss sends the Huskers to 5-8-3, 1-6-0 in league play. Despite taking an early 1-0 lead in the 12th minute off a shot from the top of the box by Shay Powell, the Huskers couldn’t stifle the Aggie attack as A&M posted four goals off 15 shots on the afternoon. Martino drove home the equalizer in the 38th minute. Freshman Rachel Shipley made a throw in deep from the left sideline to Pistorius just outside the Husker penalty area. Pistorius spun around and slid the ball into Martino who was centered in front of the goal, eight yards out. Martino’s shot skimmed the far post on its way to tying the game at one.
GAME 15 October 19, 2006 Texas A&M.......................................1 Iowa State........................................0 Ames, Iowa— The 3rd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team logged its eighth shutout of the season with the 1-0 victory over the Iowa State Cyclones at the ISU Soccer Complex on a chilly Friday night in Ames, Iowa. Senior captain Melissa Garey out-hustled the Cyclone defense for the Aggies’ gamewinner. An ISU midfielder tried to play the ball back to the keeper, but Garey stepped through the backline intercepting the pass and took Andrea Gleason one-on-one beating the keeper to her left in the 18th minute. The goal was Garey’s fifth of the season. A&M pressed hard in the first half, drawing a foul just to the left of the 18-yard box only a minute and a half into the match. In typical fashion, All-American Ashlee Pistorius fired a round of shots in the ninth and 13th minutes that resulted in Gleason having to make three saves. The first shot came off a pass from Elisabeth Jones on the left side of the box into Pistorius who was just a couple of yards out on the ride side of the goal. Pistorius drilled the shot into the gut of Gleason for the save. The Aggies managed another offensive onslaught in the 25th minute with Paige Carmi-
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ELISABETH JONES Gleason ran onto the ball beating it back to top of the penalty area. ISU’s best chance to net an equalizer came in the 68th minute when the Cyclones were awarded a free kick about 25 yards out. A&M goalkeeper Kristin Arnold made a leaping save, having her feet knocked out from underneath her as she brought the ball down, keeping her sixth shutout in tact. Arnold posted seven saves on the night, bringing her season total to 58.
GAME 16 October 21, 2007 Texas A&M.......................................4 Nebraska ........................................1 Lincoln, Neb. — Seniors Allison Martino and Ashlee Pistorius netted two
Pistorius put the Aggies on top 2-1 heading into halftime. A&M was fouled just over the center-stripe. Paige Carmichael took the free kick and sent a long ball into the keeper box where Pistorius redirected the pass into the right side netting for her 16th goal of the season. Martino would step up and score an insurance goal, her second of the game, third of the season, in the 69th minute, chipping a shot from about 20 yards out high over Jessica Mills’ head into the back of the Nebraska goal pushing A&M’s lead to 3-1. The Aggies would put the game out of reach in the 79th minute when Elisabeth Jones and Laura Grace Robinson quickly dished passes back and forth in the box, finding Pistorius streaking towards the goal on the left side. Pistorius ran onto the ball burying her 17th goal in just 16 games.
GAME 17 October 26, 2007 Wisconsin-Milwaukee....................1 Texas A&M . ....................................6 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Senior forward Elisabeth Jones posted her first career hat-trick as the 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team rolled past the Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers 6-1 on Friday night at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. With Missouri falling to Iowa State 1-0 and Texas dropping a 1-0 decision in Stillwater to Oklahoma State, the Aggies clinched at least a part of their fourth consecutive Big 12 regular season title. Cydne Currie put A&M on top 1-0 heading into halftime. Currie and a UWM defender both went after a loose ball after a deflection, Currie managed to send a high bouncing ball over Panther keeper Erin Kane. Kane mistimed her jump as the ball slipped just under the crossbar. Melissa Garey’s goal in the 48th minute would prove to be the gamewinner as the senior captain received a cross from Currie who was deep on the right side near the goalline. Currie sent the pass into Garey who was tripped up about four yards out, from the ground; Garey sent a rocket into the back of the net past a diving Kane. A&M’s lead would increase 3-0 much to the dismay of the UWM side, as a Panther defender headed the ball into the right side netting for an OWN goal in the 59th minute. Wisconsin-Milwaukee did manage to fire 11 shots on the night and slip a goal past Aggie keeper Kristin Arnold in the 74th minute. Sarah Talbert and Erin Kreuser played a little give-and-go into Pam Shipway who lined the ball past Arnold for her fourth goal of the season. Jones would put the game out of reach for the Panthers as the Lexington, Ky., native racked-up three goals in a short 10-minute span. The first goal was a quick pass from Amber Gnatzig to the left side where Jones was perched waiting to put away her second goal of the season. Jones’ second goal of the match was a long pass from freshman Kelly Dyer who replaced Arnold in goal. Dyer sent a booming ball deep over the midfield circle where Jones brought it under control, drawing Kane out of goal. Jones was able to chip the shot over Kane, giving the Aggies a 5-1 lead. Jones iced the hat-trick driving home a pass on the right side of the box from Whitney Hooper who was near the endline. A&M held a 20-11 shot advantage and posted six corner kicks to the WisconsinMilwaukee’s three on the night. With the victory the Aggies improved to 142-1 on the season, while the Panthers dropped to 11-4-3. A&M has two Big 12 Conference matches remaining against Texas Tech on Sunday and Baylor next Friday. With a win against Tech, the Aggies are the outright winners of their 10th Big 12 title in the league’s 12 seasons.
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Arnold coolly wrapped up the ball keeping her seventh shutout of the season in tact.
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Baylor..............................................0 Texas A&M . ....................................4 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — AllAmerican forward Ashlee Pistorius logged her sixth career hat-trick as the 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team beat the Baylor Lady Bears 4-0 in front of 3,524 fans on Senior Night at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. The win moves the Big 12 regular season champs to a 16-2-1 overall and 9-1-0 league record, while the loss ends Baylor’s season at 7-10-2 and 1-8-1 in league play. The senior from Bloomington, Ill., put the Aggies on the board in the 25th minute as she intercepted the ball off a Baylor restart, dribbling through the backline; Pistorius took BU keeper Ashley Noah one-on-one, for the gamewinner. It served as her Big 12-leading sixth gamewinner of the season. The Aggie attack was relentless throughout the game as Baylor was forced to make save after save off the line. In the 35th minute Melissa Garey broke through the Lady Bear backline and launched a hard shot straight into the arms of Noah. A few minutes later Pistorius saw a shot ricocheted off the chest of Noah and cleared by a defender. Midfielder Amy Berend watched her shot lift a bit high and laced off the top of the crossbar back down for another clear by the Baylor defense. A&M kept pounding its attack in the second half posting 16 shots, three of which, all belonging to Pistorius, a member of the MAC Herman Trophy watch list, would find the back of the net. In the 53rd minute, Amber Gnatzig dribbled down the far right sideline and slotted
GAME 20 November 7, 2007 Iowa State........................................1 Texas A&M.......................................1 Big 12 Tournament Quarterfinals SAN ANTONIO — Freshman goalkeeper Kelly Dyer made the stop necessary for
the 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team to advance 8-7 on penalty kicks to the semifinal round of the 2007 Big 12 Soccer Championship at the Blossom Soccer Stadium. A&M (16-2-2) was able to make good on each of its eight shots while Iowa State (12-1-2) managed to post seven. Senior Elisabeth Jones sealed the Aggies’ trip to the semis converting her kick after Amanda Nimtz had her shot beaten away by Dyer. Dyer replaced Kristin Arnold in goal just before Nimtz’s PK. Nimtz was also responsible for netting the Cyclones’ equalizer with just six minutes left in regulation when she redirected an A&M header past Arnold to tie the match at one-all. The Aggie attack came out in full force posting 25 shots in regulation with multiple scoring opportunities including a header from Rachel Shipley in the 14th minute that bounced straight into the arms of a diving Ann Gleason. The save was one of 12 Gleason would make on the afternoon. Shipley had a wide open shot with 24 minutes left in the half. The forward from Plano, Texas, lofted a rocket just over the top of the crossbar. Finally in the 24th minute Shipley was able to help the Aggies build an attack from the midfield. Dribbling towards the center of the goal, Shipley dished the ball off to Amy Berend who was running up the far right sideline. Berend sent a towering cross back towards the left side of the six yard box. Pistorius headed the ball down in front of the goal where Jones finished off her fifth goal of the season. With 13 minutes left in the first half senior captain Melissa Garey was issued a red card causing the Aggies to have to play the remainder of the match with 10 players on the field. It was the second time this season A&M played a man down, the first came in the 2-0 victory over Texas on Oct. 12 in College Station. With less than three minutes left in the first overtime Allison Martino was fouled about 25 yards out. Martino sent the free kick into Pistorius who headed the ball just wide left of the goal. Both teams traded possession of the ball and went foul for foul in the second overtime with neither team able to capitalize on their chances, sending the game into penalty kicks.
GAME 21 November 9, 2007 Missouri...........................................1 Texas A&M.......................................4 big 12 tournament semifinals SAN ANTONIO — The 2nd-ranked Texas
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A &M soccer team advanced to Sunday’s championship match of the 2007 Big 12 Soccer Championship in San Antonio after beating the fourth-seed Missouri Tigers 4-1 in front of 1,838 fans at the Blossom Soccer Stadium. Both teams came out with a vengeance in the first half fighting for control of the game.
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more forward Cydne Currie assisted the first goal and scored the fifth for the 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team, as the Aggies (152-1, 8-1-0) bulldozed through the Texas Tech (7-7-2, 5-4-1) defense for the 5-0 victory and sole possession of the 2007 Big 12 regular season title on Sunday afternoon. The Aggies had numerous scoring chances in the first period, including an open break down the right flank where Ashlee Pistorius shot the ball just wide left and Amber Gnatzig just missed nailing a shot from Elisabeth Jones from two yards out. However, Pistorius was able to put the Aggies up 1-0 just before the half. The Aggies were awarded the first of eight corner kicks in the 35th minute. Allison Martino drove the ball into the keeper box where Pistorius collected the loose ball and slid it in front of the goal were Currie was waiting to send the ball towards the net. Pistorius ran on giving the ball a little extra push for the gamewinner. The Aggies took the 1-0 lead and a 12-4 shot advantage into the locker room at halftime. Making the necessary adjustments, A&M came out with a vengeance in the second half scoring four goals in a span of just over 20 minutes. The Aggie attack started with a series of four shots by four different A&M players that resulted in two saves in just a matter of seconds. Paige Carmichael sent a pass into the box from the far right sideline to Pistorius who netted her team-leading 19th goal of the season to put the Aggies up 2-0 in the 66th minute. Sophomore Amber Gnatzig would add some flare to the scoring drive in the 81st minute as the midfielder flicked a pass from Martino backwards off the outside of her foot into the goal just over the outstretched arms of Red Raider keeper Rincon. Gnatzig’s goal sparked an Aggie attack that saw two more chances finished in just seven minutes. First, in the 83rd minute, Whitney Hopper connected with Nicole Ketchum from the right endline back to just in front of the goal. Ketchum’s goal was her fifth this season. Currie’s third goal of the season and A&M’s fifth of the game came off a scuffle in the box where the ball caromed off the crossbar back to the feet of the Irving, Texas-native. Currie quickly situated herself on the close left side and drilled the shot into the far side of the goal, sealing the victory. After allowing four early shots by the Red Raiders, the Aggie restraining line held tight not giving up a shot for over 36 minutes. Aggie goalkeeper Kristin Arnold was forced to make four saves on the afternoon including a shot taken by Zhaleh Rezaie just a couple yards in front of the six-foot sophomore.
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a pass back into Pistorius who came crashing in on the six-yard box to log her 20th goal of the season. Pistorius wasn’t finished scoring just yet as fellow senior Allison Martino contributed two assists to help Pistorius tie the A&M career record for goals scored (79). In the 76th minute Martino took the ball near the left endline, turning on a dime, Martino redirected the ball back towards Pistorius who chipped the shot past a diving Noah. Ten minutes later Pistorius sent a quick give-and-go into Martino off a corner kick. Sprinting past Martino in front of the goalmouth, Pistorius sealed the 4-0 victory bouncing the ball off the close post into the far-side netting for her season-best 23rd goal of her senior campaign. The four goals tonight matched Pistorius’ career-high as she netted four goals against Baylor in 2005. A&M controlled the shot column posting 26 to Baylor’s eight. The Aggies forced Noah to make 10 saves while neither Kristin Arnold nor Kelly Dyer were required to post a save for A&M. The shutout was the Aggies’ 10th of the season. The 19-game home winning-streak marks the second longest in Aggie Soccer Stadium history dating back to Sept. 20, 2006 when the Aggies posted a 9-0 win over the Sam Houston State Bearkats.
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The Tigers were able to draw first blood as Alysha Bonnick got a head on her 11th goal of the season when Kristin Andrighetto and Michelle Collins connected from the near right sideline drawing Kristin Arnold out of the goal allowing Bonnick an open look in the 15th minute. Ten minutes later the Aggies were awarded a corner kick from the right side that Allison Martino sent perfectly into the far left side of the box where a leaping Amber Gnatzig headed home the equalizer. Over the next 15 minutes the Aggies would begin to take command of the match forcing Mizzou keeper Mallory Forst to make a series of exceptional saves. Freshman forward Rachel Shipley would give the Aggies the go-ahead goal in the 32nd minute launching a rocket from about 25 yards out on the far right side that flew over the outstretched hands of Forst. A&M took a two-goal lead just seven minutes later after Laura Grace Robinson bounced a free kick off the crossbar. The ball deflected back out to the arc where Missouri tried to clear it further but Amy Berend collected the ball and fired a hard shot in the back of the net for her third goal of the year. A&M held the shot advantage taking 12 to Missouri’s seven and took a comfortable 3-1 lead into the intermission. The two teams combined for 15 fouls in the first half while each team took three corners. The Aggies continued to dominate the field of play melissa logging an additional six shots in the second period. A&M’s defensive backs held the Tigers to just seven shots on frame. With 28 minutes left in the second half, Missouri nearly scored but Aggie defender Micah Stephens made a phenomenal slide tackle in the six-yard box that kept a Tiger attacker from having a wide open shot. Senior Elisabeth Jones took Mizzou defender Lindsay McCoy one-on-one in the 67th minute, beat her to the right and then drew Forst out of the keeper box. After a scuffle for possession Jones spun to her left and found the ball at her feet and the net wide open for her sixth goal of the season, second of the tournament. The goal sealed the 4-1 victory for the Aggies, sending A&M to its third championship match in four years.
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GAME 22 November 11, 2007 Texas...............................................2 Texas A&M.......................................1 bIG 12 TOURNAMENT FINALS SAN ANTONIO — The 2nd-ranked Texas A&M soccer team fell on the short side of 2-1 decision to the 10th-ranked Texas Longhorns in front of 3,249 fans in Sunday’s title match of the 2007 Big 12 Soccer Championship at the Blossom Soccer Stadium. It was only a minute into the match when an Aggie misclear earned Texas a corner kick from the far right side. Kasey Moore connected with Emily Anderson in the box to take a 1-0 lead that would last through the first half. Even though Texas had the lead, A&M pounded a defensively packed Longhorn side of the field and keeper Diana Pfenninger, forcing her to make four saves off 13 shots in the first period alone. The Aggie backline tightened the reigns holding UT to just four shots in the first 45 minutes. With 37:10 on the clock, A & M keeper Kristin Arnold came off her line, deep into the 18-yard box, beating the ball away to keep Kelsey Carpenter from having an open look at the goal. Senior Amy Berend had two scoring opportunities fall mute for the Aggies as Pfenninger was able to wrap up the shots for two of her four saves in the first half. Early in the second period, the Aggies committed a foul in the midfield that resulted garey in a free kick for the Longhorns. Texas was able to take a 2-0 lead as Pfenninger logged an assist sending a long ball into the box for Moore to put away. The Aggies continued to hammer the ball at the goal posting an additional 20 shots in the second half, again holding Texas to just four chances. In the 60th minute Melissa Garey received a pass on the near sideline and lined a shot that sailed just wide right. Just three minutes later Garey found herself in the same situation having a cross from Ashlee Pistorius fall at her feet, this time Garey positioned herself to blast the ball by a diving Pfenninger into the right side netting. The goal brought A&M within one goal of tying the match. A&M used the momentum from Garey’s goal to keep pressuring the Texas defensive
line. In the remainder of the match, A&M built a flurry of attacks that resulted in 13 shots and save after save by Pfenninger. The UT keeper totaled 10 on the afternoon.
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NCAA 2nd round
November 15, 2007
COLLEGE STATION, Texas. — The
Stephen F. Austin...........................1 Texas A&M.......................................4 NCAA 1st round COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Senior forward Ashlee Pistorius broke the Texas A&M career record for goals scored (81) and total points (194) as she led the Aggie soccer team (18-3-2) to a 4-1 victory over the Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks (13-5-2) to advance to NCAA Second Round play on Thursday night at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. Pistorius netted both of her goals in the first 10 minutes of the match. The first coming in the fourth minute off a lofty cross from Amy Berend on the left side of the field. Berend sent the pass back across the goalmouth to the far post where the MAC Hermann Trophy hopeful headed home the goal that broke the A&M career record previously held by Bryn Blalack. Just five minutes later Pistorius dribbled through two SFA defenders to find herself with a wide open opportunity to put away her nationleading 25th goal of the season. The Aggies took control of the match and a 2-0 lead into the locker room at halftime. A&M maintained high energy and composure, posting 18 shots in the first 45 minutes, taking five corners to SFA’s zero. A&M kept command of the ball in the second half, scoring two more goals off another 18 shots. The Aggies’ third goal of the night came off a set piece in the 57th minute. Sophomore forward Cydne Currie was brought down just outside the 18 yard box, setting up Melissa Garey for the direct free kick. Left-footed, Garey planted the ball in the right upper-90 for her ninth goal of the season. The Ladyjacks were able to get on the board in the 67th minute as freshman forward Kesia Broome mimicked Pistorius’ second goal dribbling through the Aggie backline and firing a rocket from the left side past Kelly Dyer who’d come off her line to try to defend the attack. The goal was Broome’s second of the season and brought the score to 3-1 in A&M’s favor. Pistorius wasn’t finished with just two goals. The Illinois-native added her ninth assist of the season when she crossed the ball back into the keeper box for freshman Inge Harding to launch into the back of the net for her first collegiate goal, punching A&M’s ticket to Saturday’s second round action. The win moved the Aggies to 11-2 in first round games and extended A&M’s home winning-streak to 20 games, dating back to Sept. 20, 2006.
NOvember 17, 2007 Texas...............................................3 Texas A&M.......................................2
second-ranked Texas A&M soccer team saw its season come to a close in round two of the NCAA Tournament after a disappointing 3-2 loss to the 10th-ranked Texas Longhorns on a rainy Saturday evening at the Aggie Soccer Stadium. After nearly an hour of weather delays the game went underway with the Aggies looking to be in control for much off the first half. A&M dominated every offensive category posting 10 shots to Texas’ four. The score was even in A&M’s favor 1-0 at the half thanks to a misclear by a UT defender that resulted in an “own goal” for the Aggies. The second 45 minutes started with freshman Rachel Shipley nearly putting the Aggies up 2-0 as the midfielder launched a shot that fell into the arms Texas keeper Dianna Pfenninger, the save was her fourth of the night. Seconds after Shipley’s shot, Texas’ Erica Campanelli netted the equalizer in the 54th minute, her first career goal as a Longhorn. Campanelli was positioned inside the keeper box and drove a header past A&M’s Kristin Arnold off a Courtney Gaines corner kick. Texas would score twice more on the night. In the 72nd minute Caitlin Kennedy sent a cross from the close right wing towards the left post that caromed straight back into the left side netting for her third goal of the season. Six minutes later Texas sealed its trip to the NCAA Third Round as Kennedy connected with Kelsey Carpenter inside the Aggie penalty area. Carpenter’s goal tied her for the teamlead (10) with freshman Niki Arlitt. A&M senior Sara Albrecht refused to go quietly into the night as the defender launched, what she thought was a cross into UT’s keeper box in the 83rd minute, but the ball proved too much for Pfenninger to handle as the keeper punched the ball into the back of the net rather than over the crossbar, bringing the Aggies back within one goal of tying the game. In the final six minutes, A&M managed a flurry of shots forcing Pfenninger to make two saves off the line to keep the game from going into overtime, including a shot by Allison Martino following a deflected corner kick. The corner was cleared away by a UT defender back towards Martino where the senior repositioned herself for another shot. At the end of regulation, A&M had managed 23 shots to Texas’ 13 and posted eight corners to UT’s six. Both Arnold and Pfenninger registered seven saves on the night. The Aggies ended the 2007 with an overall record of 18-4-2 after clinching their fourth consecutive Big 12 regular season title.
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2007 BIG 12 STATISTICS Final Standings
Conference Standings
Overall Standings
Team
W
L
T
Pct.
Pts
W
L
T
Pct.
Texas A&M
9
1
0
.900
27
18
4
2
.792
Texas
6
2
2
.700
20
16
4
5
.740
Kansas
5
2
3
.650
18
7
10
4
.429
Missouri
6
4
0
.600
18
13
8
1
.614
Texas Tech
5
4
1
.550
16
7
8
2
.471
Oklahoma State
5
4
1
.550
16
14
6
3
.674
Colorado
5
5
0
.500
15
10
8
4
.545
Iowa State
4
4
2
.500
14
8
6
5
.553
Oklahoma
2
7
1
.250
7
6
10
3
.395
Baylor
1
8
1
.150
4
7
10
2
.421
Nebraska
1
8
1
.150
4
5
10
4
.368
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Individual Scoring PLAYER SCHOOL
GP
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
24
GOALS ASSISTS
25
9
PTS
59
PTS/GAME
2.46
Kristin Andrighetto
Missouri
22
14
9
37
1.68
Alysha Bonnick
Missouri
22
11
10
32
1.45
Michelle Collins
Missouri
22
12
6
30
1.36
Megan Sherrell
Baylor
19
9
7
25
1.32
Niki Arlitt
Texas
21
10
5
25
1.19
Kelsey Carpenter
Texas
24
10
5
25
1.04
Kasey Moore
Texas
24
9
4
22
0.92
Nikki Marshall
Colorado
22
9
2
20
0.91
Melissa Garey
Texas A&M
23
8
4
20
0.87
Goalkeeper Stats PLAYER SCHOOL
Kara Linder
GP
Colorado
12
GA MIN SAVES
3
757:24
27
All-Big 12 First Team player
school position
Kristin Arnold..................... Texas A&M.............................GK Kasey Moore........................ Texas.......................................D Stephanie Logterman.......... Texas.......................................D Michelle Wenino.................. Colorado..................................D Yolanda Odenyo.................. Oklahoma State......................MF Allison Martino................... Texas A&M.............................MF Amy Berend........................ Texas A&M.............................MF Ashlee Pistorius................. Texas A&M.............................. F Kristin Andrighetto................ Missouri................................... F Nikki Marshall...................... Colorado.................................. F Kelsey Carpenter................. Texas....................................... F
All-Big 12 Second Team player
school position
Ashley Noah........................ Baylor.....................................GK Kat Tarr................................ Missouri...................................D Paige Carmichael............... Texas A&M..............................D Brittney Harrison.................. Texas Tech...............................D Mo Redmond....................... Missouri..................................MF Meghan Pfeiffer................... Missouri..................................MF Nikki Keller........................... Colorado.................................MF Elise Reid............................. Iowa State...............................MF Nicole Cauzillo..................... Kansas....................................MF Niki Arlitt............................... Texas....................................... F Michelle Collins.................... Missouri................................... F Melissa Garey..................... Texas A&M.............................. F
All-Newcomer Team
GaAVG
0.36
player
Tasha Dittamore................... Missouri..................................GK Allyson Leggett.................... Oklahoma State.......................D Kym Lowery......................... Colorado..................................D Katie Williams...................... Kansas.....................................D Rachel Shipley .................. Texas A&M.............................MF Katya Hessel........................ Missouri..................................MF Michaela DeJesus............... Colorado.................................MF Jordan Bishop...................... Iowa State...............................MF Alysha Bonnick.................... Missouri................................... F Niki Arlitt............................... Texas....................................... F Whitney Palmer................... Oklahoma................................ F
Dianna Pfenninger
Texas
24
18
2245:30
104
0.72
Kristin Arnold
Texas A&M
24
20
2091:57
91
0.86
Erin Stigler
Oklahoma State
23
20
2054:00
85
0.88
Ann Gleason
Iowa State
19
18
1828:27
114
0.89
Team Stats GOALS ASSISTS
Big 12 honors
POINTS
school position
SCHOOL
GP SHOTS
Texas A&M
24
515
69
50
188
Missouri
22
466
53
51
157
Texas
24
440
48
44
140
Offensive Player of the Year
Oklahoma State
23
405
41
36
118
Ashlee Pistorius....................................................... Texas A&M
Baylor
19
232
38
28
104
Colorado
22
274
26
23
75
Kansas
21
238
23
27
73
Iowa State
19
225
24
24
72
Rookie of the Year
Nebraska
19
327
25
16
66
Alysha Bonnick............................................................... Missouri
Oklahoma
19
208
22
16
60
Texas Tech
17
278
22
14
58
104
Defensive Player of the Year Kasey Moore....................................................................... Texas
Coach of the Year Bryan Blitz....................................................................... Missouri
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ALL-TIME BIG 12 SEASON RECORDS team
individual —  field player
shots
shots
assists
assists per game
sh team year
SH player, team year
a player, team year
a/gm player, team year
656............. Nebraska...........................2000 587............. Nebraska...........................1999 549............. Texas A&M........................2005 534............. Nebraska...........................1996
140........ Molly Cameron, BU.................1998 130........ Ashlee Pistorius, A&M..........2007 128........ Nicky Thrasher, A&M............1999 125........ Courtney Saunders, BU..........1999
17.......... Nikki Wojtowicz, OSU.............2003. 17.......... Jenny Benson, NU..................1999 16.......... Sharolta Nonen, NU................1999 15.......... Kelly Rheem, NU....................2000 15.......... Meghan Anderson, NU...........2000
0.91....... Brittany Timko, NU..................2005 0.78....... Jennifer Nobis, MU.................2005 0.74....... Nikki Wojtowicz, OSU.............2003. 0.74....... Jenny Benson, NU..................1999 0.68....... Kati McBain, UT......................2000
points
points
pts team year
pts player, team year
316............. Nebraska...........................1999 298............. Nebraska...........................2000 251............. Nebraska...........................1996 225............. Nebraska...........................1998
75.......... Molly Cameron, BU.................1996 61.......... Kim Engesser,NU...................1998 59.......... Ashlee Pistorius, A&M..........2007 57.......... Christine Latham, NU.............2000 56.......... Ashlee Pistorius, A&M..........2005
goals g team year
108............. Nebraska...........................1999 95............... Nebraska...........................2000 92............... Nebraska...........................1996 82............... Nebraska ..........................1997
goals per game g/gm team year
4.32............ Nebraska...........................1999 3.96............ Nebraska...........................2000 3.73............ Nebraska...........................1997 3.76............ Baylor.................................1996
assists
POINTS PER GAME pts/gm player, team year
3.57....... Molly Cameron, BU.................1996 2.77....... Kim Engesser, NU..................1998 2.50....... Kim Engesser, NU..................1997 2.48....... Christine Latham, NU.............2000
goals G player, team year
32.......... Molly Cameron, BU.................1996 27.......... Kim Engesser, NU..................1998 26.......... Kim Engesser, NU..................1997 25.......... Ashlee Pistorius, A&M..........2007
a team year
assists per game a/gm team year
4.50............ Nebraska...........................2000 4.00............ Nebraska...........................1999 3.32............ Nebraska...........................1998 2.95............ Iowa State..........................1997
goals per game gls/gm player, team year
1.23....... Kim Engesser, NU..................1998 1.18....... Kim Engesser, NU..................1997 1.04....... Ashlee Pistorius, A&M..........2007 1.00....... Christine Latham, NU.............2000 1.00....... Nikki Thole, MU.......................1999
i n d i v i d u a l - g oa l kee p er GoAls AGAINST
goals allowed
ga player, team year
ga/G team year
8............ Catherine Wade, OU...............2004 9............ Catherine Wade, OU...............2001 9............ Karina LeBlanc, NU................2000 9............ Becky Hornbacher, NU...........1997
10............... Nebraska...........................2000 13............... Kansas...............................2004 14............... Colorado............................2003 14............... Nebraska...........................1999
nickY thrasher
GoAls AGAINST per game average ga/G. player, team year
0.40....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................2000 0.51....... Becky Hornbacher, NU...........1997 0.51....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................1999 0.54....... Melanie Wilson, A&M............1999
goals Allowed per game average a/gm team year
0.42............ Nebraska...........................2000 0.54............ Nebraska...........................1999 0.57............ Kansas...............................2004 0.59............ Nebraska...........................1996
saves sv player, team year
200........ Sloane Cox, CU......................1998 151........ Catherine Wade, OU...............2003 148........ Jen Fecke, KU........................1997 145........ Cami Varnadore, UT...............1999
saves per game sv /g player, team year
9.51....... Sloane Cox, CU......................1998 8.87....... Sloane Cox, CU......................1997 7.63....... Cami Varnadore, UT...............1999 7.56....... Josie Miller, OU.......................1997
shutouts
saves
sho player, team year
S team year
14.5....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................2000 14.0....... Erin Miller, NU.........................2002 12.6....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................1999 12.0....... Jessica Keller, CU...................2004
167............. Kansas...............................1999 163............. Oklahoma..........................2003 158............. Kansas...............................1997 153............. Colorado............................1999
shutouts per game
shutouts
sho/g player, team year
SO team year
0.63....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................2000 0.56....... Erin Miller, NU.........................2002 0.56....... Dawn Greathouse, BU............1998 0.55....... Karina LeBlanc, NU................1998 0.55....... Becky Hornbacher, NU...........1997
14............... Nebraska...........................2002 14............... Nebraska...........................2000 13............... Nebraska...........................1999 13............... Kansas...............................2004
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108............. Nebraska...........................2000 100............. Nebraska...........................1999 73............... Nebraska...........................1998 72............... Iowa State..........................1997 70............... Texas A&M........................2005
BIG 12 TOURNAMENT RECORDS team Game attendance
shots
saves
1996.......2,400..... Texas A&M ..... v. Baylor 1997.......2,100..... Texas A&M ..... v. Nebraska 1998.......1,478..... Nebraska ........ v. Missouri 1999.......2,980..... Nebraska ........ v. Missouri 2000.......2,247..... Texas A&M ..... v. Nebraska 2001.......4,087..... Texas A&M ..... v. Texas 2002.......2,638..... Nebraska ........ v. Texas A&M 2003.......1,037..... Missouri .......... v. Okla. State 2004.......2,707..... Texas A&M ..... v. Texas 2005.......2,563..... Texas A&M ..... v. Colorado 2006.......1,636..... Texas............... v. Colorado 2007.......3,249..... Texas............... v. Texas A&M
1996.......50.........Texas A&M . .... v. Baylor 1997.......30.........Texas ............... v. Colorado 1998.......25.........Texas A&M . .... v. Nebraska 1999.......28.........Baylor .............. v. Texas 2000.......29.........Texas ............... v. Oklahoma 2001.......40.........Texas ............... v. Missouri 2002.......26.........Texas ............... v. Nebraska 2003.......29.........Okla. State . ..... v. Missouri 2004.......32.........Texas A&M . .... v. Okla. State 2005.......27.........Colorado . ........ v. Oklahoma 2006.......24.........Texas................ v. Nebraska 2007.......33.........Texas A&M....... v. Texas
1996.......16.........Missouri ........... v. Texas Tech 1997....... 11.........Texas ............... v. Texas A&M 1998.......12.........Nebraska ......... v. Texas A&M 1999.......12.........Texas ............... v. Baylor 2000....... 11.........Oklahoma ........ v. Texas 2001.......14.........Oklahoma ........ v. Texas A&M 2002.........8.........Nebraska ......... v. Texas Nebraska ......... v. Texas A&M 2003.........7.........Missouri ........... v. Okla. State Nebraska ......... v. Texas A&M 2004....... 11.........Colorado . ........ v. Missouri 2005.......10.........Texas ............... v. Colorado 2006.......14.........Baylor............... v. Texas A&M 2007.......12.........Iowa State........ v. Texas A&M
goals 1996.........5.........Texas A&M . .... v. Baylor (ot) 1997.........4.........Nebraska ......... v. Baylor Baylor .............. v. Iowa State 1998.........6.........Texas A&M . .... v. Iowa State 1999.......10.........Nebraska ......... v. Texas Tech 2000.........4.........Nebraska ......... v. Kansas Baylor .............. v. Missouri Nebraska ......... v. Baylor Nebraska ......... v. Texas A&M 2001.........6.........Texas ............... v. Iowa State 2002.........5.........Texas A&M . .... v. Okla. State 2003.........3.........Missouri ........... v. Nebraska 2004.........4.........Kansas ............ v. Iowa State 2005.........4.........Texas A&M . .... v. Nebraska 2006.........3.........Colorado........... v. Texas A&M Baylor .............. v. Texas A&M 2007.........4.........Texas Tech........ v. Missouri Missouri............ v. Texas A&M
corner kicks 1996.......10.........Texas A&M . .... v. Baylor 1997.........5.........Nebraska ......... v. Baylor 1998.......10.........Nebraska ......... v. Texas A&M 1999.......13.........Texas A&M . .... v. Iowa State 2000.......14.........Nebraska ......... v. Kansas 2001.......12.........Missouri ........... v. Kansas 2002.........9.........Missouri ........... v. Colorado Nebraska ......... v. Texas 2003.......15.........Okla. State . ..... v. Missouri 2004....... 11.........Texas ............... v. Texas A&M 2005.........9.........Texas A&M . .... v. Missouri 2006.......15.........Nebraska.......... v. Texas 2007.........9.........Colorado........... v. Texas
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goals
shots 1996.....17......Bryn Blalack................ Texas A&M .............v. Baylor 1997.......7......Bryn Blalack................ Texas A&M .............v. Texas 1998.......9......Nicky Thrasher............ Texas A&M .............v. Nebraska 1999.......9......Courtney Saunders....... Baylor .....................v. Texas 2000.......9......Lauren Field.................. Texas ......................v. Oklahoma 2001.....10......Nicky Thrasher............ Texas A&M .............v. Oklahoma Amanda Burke............. Texas A&M .............v. Oklahoma 2002.......7......Kelly McDonald............. Texas ......................v. Nebraska 2003.....16......Cassie Lewis................. Oklahoma State ......v. Texas 2004..... 11......Amy Berend................. Texas A&M .............v. Okla. State 2005.......7......Katie Griffin................... Colorado .................v. Oklahoma Allyson Kucera.............. Oklahoma ...............v. Colorado 2006.......2......Nikki Marshall................ Colorado..................v. Texas A&M 2007.......8......Amy Berend................. Texas A&M .............v. Texas
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Texas A&M................................ 19 - 7 - 2 Missouri........................................ 9 - 9 - 1 Baylor........................................... 4 - 7 - 0 Texas............................................ 8 - 10 - 4 Colorado....................................... 4 - 7 - 4 Oklahoma State........................... 4 - 4 - 1 Kansas......................................... 2 - 6 - 2 Oklahoma..................................... 1 - 6 - 0
fouls 1996.......20.........Missouri ........... v. Texas Tech 1997.......19.........Nebraska ......... v. Baylor 1998.......28.........Nebraska ......... v. Missouri 1999.......24.........Missouri ........... v. Iowa State 2000.......19.........Nebraska ......... v. Baylor 2001.......28.........Missouri ........... v. Texas 2002.......24.........Nebraska ......... v. Texas 2003.......20.........Okla. State . ..... v. Missouri 2004.......22.........Missouri ........... v. Colorado 2005.......19.........Texas A&M . .... v. Colorado Colorado........... v. Texas 2006.......30.........Colorado........... v. Texas 2007.......18.........Texas Tech........ v. Missouri Oklahoma St. . . v. Texas
Iowa State.................................... 0 - 7 - 2 Texas Tech................................... 0 - 3 - 0
most valuable players
individual game 1996.......3......Bryn Blalack................ Texas A&M .............v. Baylor Courtney Saunders....... Baylor .....................v. Texas A&M Courtney Saunders....... Baylor .....................v. Texas 1997.......4......Kim Engesser................ Nebraska ................v. Baylor 1998.......3......Nicky Thrasher............ Texas A&M .............v. Iowa State 1999.......2......4 Players 2000.......2......Nikki Thole.................... Missouri ..................v. Baylor Christine Latham........... Nebraska ................v. Kansas Meghan Anderson......... Nebraska ................v. Baylor 2001.......2......Kelly McDonald............. Texas ......................v. Iowa State Kelly Rheem.................. Nebraska ................v. Baylor 2002.......2......Lauren Field.................. Texas ......................v. Iowa State Kelly McDonald............. Texas ......................v. Iowa State Christine Latham........... Nebraska ................v. Texas 2003.......2......6 Players 2004.......2......Amy Geha..................... Kansas . ..................v. Iowa State Kelly Wilson................... Texas ......................v. Nebraska 2005.......2......Ashlee Pistorius.......... Texas A&M .............v. Nebraska Jessie Bruch.................. Nebraska ................v. Texas A&M Katie Griffin................... Colorado .................v. Texas 2006.......2......Nikki Marshall................ Colorado..................v. Texas A&M 2007.......2......Zhaleh Rezaie............... Texas Tech...............v. Missouri Kristen Andrighetto........ Missouri...................v. Texas Tech Siera Strawser............... Oklahoma State.......v. Texas
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ass i s t s 1996.......2......Bryn Blalack................ Texas A&M .............v. Baylor Molly Cameron.............. Baylor .....................v. Texas 1997.......2......Alison Peters............... Texas A&M .............v. Nebraska 1998.......2......Nikki Thole.................... Missouri ..................v. Texas 1999.......2......Sharolta Nonen............. Nebraska ................v. Texas Tech Sharolta Nonen............. Nebraska ................v. Baylor Jenny Benson............... Nebraska ................v. Missouri 2000.......2......Christine Latham........... Nebraska ................v. Baylor Jenny Benson............... Nebraska ................v. Kansas Steph Brennan.............. Missouri ..................v. Baylor 2001.......1......16 Times 2002.......2......Carrie Berend.............. Texas A&M .............v. Okla. State 2003.......2......Jenna Cooper................ Nebraska ................v. Texas A&M Marcella Nova............... Oklahoma State ......v. Texas 2004.......2......Lauren Williams............. Kansas . ..................v. Texas Kelly Wilson................... Texas ......................v. Kansas 2005.......1......21 Times 2006.......2......Paige Carmichael........ Texas A&M..............vs. Baylor 2007.......1......17 Times
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Courtney Saunders
1997
Sharon Pickering
Baylor Texas A&M
1998
Nicky Thrasher
Texas A&M
1999
Erica Florez
Iowa State
2000
Christine Latham
Nebraska
2001
Linsey Johnson
Texas A&M
2002
Christine Latham
Nebraska
2003
Cassie Lewis
Okla. State
2004
Kelly Wilson
Texas
2005
Ashlee Pistorius
Texas A&M
2006
Kelsey Carpenter
Texas
2007
Dianna Pfenninger
Texas
1996
Tina Robinson
Texas A&M
1997
Claire Elliot
Texas A&M
1998
Isabelle Morneau
Nebraska
1999
Sharolta Nonen
Nebraska
2000
Amber Reynolds
Texas A&M
2001
Laura Kram
Texas
2002
Christy Harms
Nebraska
2003
Kathrine Lehmann
Okla. State
2004
Kati Jo Spisak
Texas A&M
2005
Paige Carmichael
Texas A&M
2006
Dianna Pfenninger
Texas
2007
Kasey Moore
Texas
defensive saves 1996.....16......Liz LaTour...................... Missouri ..................v. Texas Tech 1997..... 11......Cami Varnadore............ Texas ......................v. Texas A&M 1998.....12......Karina LeBlanc.............. Nebraska ................v. Texas A&M 1999.....12......Cami Varnadore............ Texas ......................v. Baylor 2000..... 11......Jana Cunningham......... Oklahoma ...............v. Texas 2001.....14......Catherine Wade............ Oklahoma ...............v. Texas A&M 2002.......8......Erin Miller...................... Nebraska ................v. Texas Erin Miller...................... Nebraska ................v. Texas A&M 2003..... 11......Kathrin Lehmann........... Okla. State ..............v. Texas 2004.....10......Jessica Keller................ Colorado .................v. Missouri Meghan Miller................ Kansas . ..................v. Texas 2005.......9......Dianna Pfenninger........ Texas ......................v. Colorado 2006.....14......Ashley Holder................ Baylor.......................v. Texas A&M 2007.....12......Ann Gleason................. Iowa State................v. Texas A&M
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from 1983 to 1992 against many of the top women’s programs in the nation. During those years, the Aggies compiled a 65-6212 record under coaches Jim Butts, Laura Johnson, Todd Shoemaker, Debbie Michaels and Troy Farrar.
Coach G has led the Aggies to national prominence. omen’s soccer was formally born at Texas A &M in the fall of 1977 as an intercollegiate club team. In 1980, as the seventh-ranked women’s team in the nation, the Aggies qualified for the AIAW National Championships
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and finished the season at No. 5. n 1981, the A &M Athletic Department acknowledged the efforts of the 1980 team by approving a temporary one-year non-scholarship varsity status for both the men’s and women’s soccer programs. That same year, the Aggies, led by All-American Carol Smith, posted a 16-4-0 record and an eighth-place finish at the AIAW National Championships. But in the following year, under then Athletic Director Jackie Sherrill, the temporary varsity status was revoked. And although the 1982 team was ranked as high as sixth nationally, A&M was ineligible to participate in the inaugural NCAA national tournament due to its club status. Later that year, the A&M Athletic Department created a new varsity II status for the women’s soccer team. Varsity II was separate and distinct from the university’s other three levels of athletic competition (varsity, club and intramural). Sponsored by the A&M recreational sports department, the varsity II level provided an opportunity for outstanding student-athletes to compete in NCAA national championships, yet it carried no promise of full varsity team status or financial commitment from the A&M Athletic Department. A&M competed as a varsity II program
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n November 1992, then A &M Athletic Director John David Crow announced the A&M Athletic Department’s decision to elevate the women’s soccer program to full varsity status. A national search was begun to find the right candidate to guide the new Aggie program. On March 31, 1993, Gerald G. Guerrieri of Richardson, Texas, was named the head women’s soccer coach. In one of his first acts as head coach, he signed A&M’s first scholarship player, Yvette Okler, to a national letter of intent. Guerrieri went on to sign 10 other freshmen recruits, who were combined with nine returning players from the 1992 varsity II team to form A&M’s first official scholarship team. The 1993 Aggies posted an impressive 15-3-1 record and were ranked among the top 10 teams in the final South Region rankings. Since that time, Texas A&M has taken great strides to ensure a glorious future for women’s soccer in College Station. In 1994 the Aggies moved from their temporary Old Tiger Field home to the new Aggie Soccer Complex, ideally located just north of the Anderson Track and Field Complex and across the street from Olsen Field and the state-of-the-art Student Recreation Center and Natatorium on the west side of campus. The 1994 maroon and white edition recorded a 15-2-2 record. The following year, the now-defunct Southwest Conference sponsored women’s soccer, and the Aggies finished second in the one and only SWC race with an overall record of 18-6-0, 3-1-0 in the SWC.
Bryn Blalack was a two-time Big 12 Player of the Year in 1996 and 1997.
The Aggies reeled off nine straight victories to begin the season and had vaulted to a record-high No. 3 ranking before falling to top-ranked North Carolina in Houston. Texas A&M went on to win the school’s first ever Big 12 Conference regular season and tournament titles in any sport and again claimed the Player of the Year, Bryn Blalack, and the Rookie of the Year, Claire Elliott. G. Guerrieri was also named the conference Co-Coach of the Year. For the third straight year, the Aggies competed in the NCAA Tournament; however, lightning struck again as former Southwest Conference foe SMU stung the maroon and white with a 1-0 loss in the first round. 1997 drew to a close with the Ags posting an 18-3-0 record, 9-1-0 in the Big 12, and a final ranking of No. 12 by the NSCAA.
Yvette Okler was the first scholarship player in Texas A&M soccer history. However, 1995 will be long remembered as the season Texas A&M burst onto the national women’s collegiate soccer scene. The Aggies received a bid to the NCAA Championships and proceeded to beat then-16th ranked Clemson 4-1 and advancing to the “Sweet 16” before bowing out to then-No. 3 SMU 2-1. For the first time since 1993 Texas A&M finished the season with a national ranking, No. 11 by the ISAA. The 1996 season saw the Ags join the newly-formed Big 12 Conference, and like the year before, A&M finished second in league play, this time behind Nebraska. It was deja vu once again for A&M in the tournament as Nebraska won the playoff title in the waning moments of overtime, just as the Lady Mustangs had done in the SWC the year prior. Bryn Blalack and Melanie Wilson were voted the Big 12 Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year, respectively. Texas A&M again proved its merit by advancing to the NCAA Championships, but the Aggies were shocked in the first round by San Diego 5-3. A&M finished 1996 with a 19-4-0 overall record, 9-1-0 in the Big 12, and a final ranking of No. 7 by the NSCAA. exas A&M underwent a facelift of many aspects in the 1997 season. Nine new freshmen joined the squad, marking the largest player transition since the inaugural 1993 season. The Aggie Soccer Complex capacity grew from 1,000 to 1,350, and lights were installed, bringing night soccer to Aggieland for the first time. With the changes in place, A&M began the season with a 2-1 victory over new conference foe Oklahoma under the lights in front of a capacity crowd.
ithout the services of All-American Bryn Blalack for the first time in four years, Texas A&M spent the first half of the 1998 season redefining roles. On the surface the 14-8-0 record suggests a dropoff; however, the Aggies losses all came to opponents ranked in the top-20, including several teams ranked in the top-10. By the end of the season, A&M had gelled, winning seven of the last nine regular season matches. Having finished third in the Big 12, A&M drowned Iowa State in the first round of the conference tournament 6-0. Despite outshooting eventualchampion Nebraska 25-7, the Aggies fell to the Huskers 3-2 in triple overtime. For her hat trick against ISU and an additional goal against Nebraska, Nicky Thrasher was named the Tournament Offensive MVP. Texas A&M earned its fourth consecutive NCAA Tournament bid, hosting Alabama in the newly expanded tournament’s first round. The maroon and white defeated the Crimson Tide 3-1 and advanced to the second time, only to face Nebraska for the third time in the year, when the Huskers eliminated A&M. ith nine starters back from the 1998 squad and the addition of the eighthbest recruiting class in the nation, 1999 would prove to be one of the most successful seasons in Aggie soccer history. Texas A&M finished the regular season 16-4 and finished second in the Big 12 Conference with a 7-3 mark. Iowa State and the Aggies faced off in the first round of the conference tournament and ISU advanced by outscoring the Aggies 5-4 in penalty kicks after regulation ended in a scoreless tie. However, the Aggies advanced to the NCAA tournament and defeated Montana, 2-1, and Kentucky, 3-2, to advance to the Sweet 16. The Aggies were eliminated with a 0-1 loss to conference foe Nebraska to finish the season with a 17-5-1 mark and a final ranking of No. 8 by Soccer Buzz. The 1999 season marked the end of a stellar career by goalkeeper Melanie Wilson. Wilson finished her career holding virtually every goalkeeper record including a career goals against average of 0.92.
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If someone told you that a team would have eight season-ending injuries, including the loss of perhaps the most feared forward in all of women’s college soccer, and still finish the season 18-7-0 and ranked No. 12 nationally, would you believe them? Believe it, because that is precisely what the 2000 Aggie soccer team did. Five starters from the season before were lost at some point during the season, including 1999 All-American forward Nicky Thrasher, who broke her leg in the third game of the season. Coach Guerrieri and his staff kept their troops together and they finished the regular season with a record of 17-6 and earned a first-round bye in the NCAA Tournament. After beating Marquette, 4-0 and advancing to the Sweet 16 for the second consecutive year, the Aggies bowed out to eventual national runners-up UCLA, 4-0. he 2001 season proved to be the best in A&M soccer history. Led by the one-two punch of senior Nicky Thrasher and freshman Linsey Woodard, the Aggies made their firstever appearance in the elite eight in the NCAA Tournament. After finishing the regular season 11-3-1, Texas A&M made their best postseason run to date. A&M defeated Oklahoma, Nebraska and Texas in the Big 12 Tournament to claim its second tournament championship and to enter postseason play with a ton of confidence. After defeating Southwest Texas and Southern Methodist in the first and second rounds, the Aggies were headed to the Sweet Sixteen for the third consecutive season. A&M defeated Stanford, 1-0, in Palo Alto, Calif., to ensure a chance to play for a spot in the Final Four. The Aggies could not overcome a powerful Portland squad the following week
and finished the season 17-4-1 with a national ranking of No. 7. The Aggies dominated the Big 12 Conference during regular season play to capture their fourth Big 12 Championship in 2002. The only blemish on the Aggies 9-0-1 league record was a 1-1 draw with Baylor. Texas A&M capped off league play by beating Texas, 2-1, in a winner-take-all match held in College Station. Freshman All-American goalkeeper Kati Jo Spisak turned back a penalty kick in the
n what many thought would be a rebuilding year, the 2003 Aggies would not succumb to rebuilding and put together an exciting season that culminated in another birth in the Sweet 16. The Aggies rolled through their non-conference schedule with an 8-1 record before going 5-3-2 in the Big 12 in what is one of the toughest conference seasons, top-to-bottom, in the history of the league. The Aggies, once again, were picked to host the first and second rounds of the NCAA’s and took full advantage of playing in front of the best fans in college soccer as they disposed of SMU in familiar fashion. The Aggies knocked the Mustangs out of NCAA play on penalty kicks for the second consecutive season. Once again, Spisak worked magic between the pipes as she saved two PK’s to lift her team over SMU. In second round action the Aggies defeated No. 12 Duke, 2-1, off of goals from Devloo and Smith, advancing them to play No. 5 Penn State. The Aggies fell, 3-0, to the Nittany Lions in State College, Pa., ending their season with a 13-6-3 record and a No. 11 national ranking. The 2004 Aggies added two more championship trophies to the case, winning the Big 12 regular-season and tournament championships and finishing the season ranked No. 14 in the country. The Aggies finished the Big 12 regular-season race with a record of 8-2 to share the title with Kansas, before winning all three of it’s league tournament games in San Antonio. They made their 10th straight appearance in the NCAA Tournament and hosted at least one round of the tournament for the seventh time, but bowed in a second round loss to Illinois. The 2004 season also brought about a new attitude with the Aggie Soccer fans. For the season, Texas A&M drew an NCAA record 39,069 fans and averaged 2,971 per game. The Aggies were led by Big 12 Newcomer of the Year Ashlee Pistorius, who finished the season with 19 goals and six assists. Behind veteran leadership, the 2005 Aggie soccer team reached a milestone no other Texas A&M team had done in Big 12 play, bring home back-to-back Big 12 regular season and tournament titles. After a loss to Iowa State (Oct. 7), the Aggies went on an 8-0-1 run through the rest of the Big 12 regular season and tournament play. For the 11th straight time, the Aggies, who finished the year at 18-4-2 and ranked
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Nicky Thrasher led the Aggies to their first trip to the round of eight in the NCAAs in 2001. No. 9 nationally, hosted the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament, defeating Northwestern State and SMU. A&M then fell in the Sweet 16 to eventual College Cup participant Penn State, in State College, Pa. The Aggie faithful once again packed the stands for the ’05 season, averaging more than 3,300 fans per home game. When 2005 came to a close, a tough Aggie defense had allowed a mere 23 goals, 0.96 a game, the lowest average in the Big 12. On the offensive end of the field, forwards, Ashlee Pistorius, Melissa Garey and Kat Krambeer alone tallied 48 goals, combined with the rest of the roster, A&M scored a league leading 72 goals.
hen the gates at the Aggie Soccer Stadium opened for the Aggies’ first regular season game of ‘06 season against North Carolina, the 12th Man did not disappoint. Neither did the soccer team. The NCAA record-setting crowd of 8,204 that filled the stands watched the Aggies control every statistical category on the night, outshooting No. 3 UNC 15-13, and earning more corner kicks, 8-2. The 1-0 double overtime victory over the eventual national champion would spark a 17-6-1 record that saw A&M capture its third consecutive Big 12 regular season title, bringing its overall total to nine in the league’s 11 seasons. The Aggies once again left their mark on the national scene, finishing the season ranked No. 5 and earning the right to host the first and second rounds of the NCAA tournament for the 12th consecutive year. With wins over Grambling State and SMU, A&M earned its eighth “Sweet Sixteen” appearance and the right to host Virginia in third-round action. The Ags’ 2-1 win over the Cavaliers set up a rematch of epic proportions. Texas A&M was headed to Chapel Hill to face a No. 1 North Carolina squad whose only record blemish had come exactly three months prior in Aggieland. The outcome would not fall in the Aggies’ favor however, as UNC defeated A&M 3-2. The loss to the Tarheels left the Aggies with some unfinished business for the 2007 season. ed by a deep and talented roster, highlighted by a veteran senior class, the 2007 Aggies continued to leave their mark on the national scene. A&M posted a 7-1-1 non-conference record against arguably the toughest schedule in the country. Entering conference play, the Aggies were poised to capture their fourth consecutive regular season title as they headed to Columbia, Mo. to take on a dangerous Missouri squad. Despite a very physical and hard fought match the Ags came up short that day, falling to the Tigers in their opening league game (Sept. 28). The loss sparked a 12-game unbeaten streak that included nine conference wins, five of which were shutouts. The Aggies, who finished league play at 9-1-1, garnered their 10th Big 12 crown in 12 years, allowing the senior class to permanently etch their mark in Texas A&M soccer history by accomplishing something no other class had done before them; winning a conference title in four consecutive seasons. Ashlee Pistorius was named the Big 12’s Offensive Player of the Year after leading the league in roughly every offensive statistical category. The All-American led the nation in scoring, tallying 25 goals on the year. For her efforts, Pistorius was given the Honda Sports Award, deeming her the nation’s top female college soccer player. She was also one of three finalists for the MAC Hermann Trophy award. The Aggies (18-4-2) finished the season ranked No. 13 and earned their 13th consecutive trip to the NCAA Tournament.
Ashlee Pistorius was named the Big 12’s Newcomer of the Year following the 2004 season.
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Melanie Wilson was named the 1996 Big 12 Rookie of the Year.
match that would prove to be foreshadowing for the playoff run. After making the finals in the Big 12 Tournament, the Aggies turned their attention to the first and second rounds of the NCAA tournament in College Station. The Aggies disposed of Northwestern State, 8-0, and then were forced to the penalty kick round by old nemesis SMU. Spisak saved the last three PKs from SMU to earn the Aggies the right to advance to the third round. In the third round at UCLA, Spisak turned in the performance of a lifetime to send the Aggies to the quarterfinals for the second straight year. She saved 10 shots in 110 minutes of play to send the Aggies to penalty kicks for the second match in a row, where she saved two more shots, allowing the Aggies to advance. North Carolina ended A&M’s season with a 3-0 win in Chapel Hill. The Aggies finished the year with a record of 20-5-1 and ranked No. 6 nationally.
The 1994 Aggies
The 1993 Aggies
1993
1994
1995
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 15-3-1
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 15-2-2
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 18-6-0
September 6 N ! Arkansas
7 9 11 12 16 18
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L Washington State L Texas W Texas Christian W St. Edward’s W Arkansas-Little Rock W Texas Christian W
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Oral Roberts Central Florida Northern Illinois Detroit-Mercy St. Mary’s (Texas) Hardin-Simmons SMU St. Edward’s New Mexico Texas
November 5 A Centenary
6 N * Florida Atlantic
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! Plano Invitational (Plano, Texas); ^ St. Edward’s Tournament (Austin, Texas); # at Fort Worth, Texas; $ at DeKalb, Ill.; * at Shreveport, La.
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October
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New Mexico North Carolina (1) Maryland (20) Mercer Tulsa Texas UNC-Greensboro
2 9 14 15 16 21 23 30
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! Plano Labor Day Tournament (Plano, Texas); ^ SMU/Puma Classic (Dallas, Texas); % Triad Women’s Intercollegiate (The Woodlands, Texas); $ Women’s College Classic (The Woodlands, Texas); # Post Oak Mall Classic (College Station, Texas); * at Dallas, Texas.
September 3 H Marquette
October
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Diana Rowe was a third-team All-American in 1996. The 1995 Aggies
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1997
1998
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 19-4-0
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! Rocky Rococo Wisconsin Soccer Invitational (Madison, Wisconsin); % GTE Soccer Classic (College Station, Texas); $ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); • Big 12 Conference Match; ^ NCAA Championships
! adidas College Classic (Klein, Texas); % GTE Soccer Classic (College Station, Texas); $ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); • Big 12 Conference Match; #St. Mary’s Fall Soccer Classic (Moraga, Calif.); ^ NCAA Championships
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The 1998 Aggies
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Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 17-5-1
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 18-7
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27 H • Oklahoma State 29 H • Oklahoma
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Heather Wiebe played in the 2000 Umbro Senior Bowl.
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CHAMPIONS Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 17-4-1 September 7 N Stanford
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• Big 12 Conference Match; % Washington-Nike Classic (Seattle, WA); $ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
The 2001 Aggies
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
the 2002 aggies
The 2003 Aggies
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2003
2004
BIG 12
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 13-6-3
Regular Season & Tournament
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CHAMPIONS
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• Big 12 Conference Match; % adidas Classic (Spring, Texas; $ Mi Cocina College Classic, SMU; @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
CHAMPIONS Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 18-6 August
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*Big 12 Conference Match; @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
• Big 12 Conference Match; % adidas Classic (Spring, Texas; $ Fazoli’s Texas A&M Soccer Classic; @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
Kati Jo Spisak was named the Defensive MVP of the 2004 Big 12 Tournament.
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Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 20-5-1
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2005
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CHAMPIONS
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Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 18-4-2
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 17-6-1
Coach: G. Guerrieri Record: 18-4-2
August
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September 2 A Michigan State
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HISTORY
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*Big 12 Conference Match; @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
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*Big 12 Conference Match; $ UCLA Women’s Cup; @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
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*Big 12 Conference Match; $ Carolina Nike Classic; % @ Big 12 Tournament (San Antonio, Texas); # NCAA Championships.
The 2007 Aggies
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
2007 aggie a ward winners Sara Albrecht
Kristin Arnold
Amy Berend
Paige Carmichael
Melissa Garey
Amber Gnatzig
Elisabeth Jones
Nicole Ketchum
Allison Martino
Ashlee Pistorius
Laura Grace Robinson
Rachel Shipley
NATIONAL honors and a wards NSCAA allamericans Adele Fairman.................................................1980 Carol Smith......................................................1981 Bettina Bernardi.........................................1982, 83 Diana Rowe..................... Third . .....................1996 Bryn Blalack..................... First ........................1996 Second . .................1997 Claire Elliott..................... Third . .....................1998 Nicky Thrasher................ Third........................2001 Linsey Woodard............... Third........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak.................. Third........................2003 Ashlee Pistorius............... Second....................2006 Third........................2007
soccer buzz all-americans Bryn Blalack..................... First ..................1996, 97 Diana Rowe..................... H.M. .......................1996 Claire Elliott..................... H.M. .................1997, 98
Melanie Wilson................ Second . .................1999 Nicky Thrasher................ H.M.........................1999 Third........................2001 Jessica Martin.................. Second....................2002 Kristen Strutz................... H.M.........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak.................. H.M.........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak.................. Second....................2002 Ashlee Pistorius............... Third........................2004 Third........................2005 Second....................2006 First.........................2007 Amy Berend..................... Fourth......................2006 Third........................2007
U.S. national team Tina Luft...........................................................1983
guatemalan national team
mexican national team
U.S. soccer festival
Martha Moore..............................1999, 2000, 2002
Sonia Ibanez....................................................1997 Michelle Remington.........................................1999 Amber Reynolds..............................................1999 Nicky Thrasher................................................1999
U.S. olympic festival Corie Hamers..................................................1991
umbro senior bowl Sandy Edwards...............................................1996 Tina Robinson.................................................1996 Bryn Blalack.....................................................1997 Diana Rowe.....................................................1997 Amber Reynolds..............................................2000 Heather Wiebe.................................................2000 Nicky Thrasher................................................2001
freshman all-americans Claire Elliott.....................................................1997 Melanie Wilson................................................1996 Martha Moore..................................................1999 Linsey Woodard...............................................2001 Amanda Burke......................................H.M. 2001 Kati Jo Spisak..................................................2002 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2004 Amy Berend......................................... Third 2004 Kristin Arnold...................................................2006
Linda Castillejos..............................................1998
regional honors and a wards Bryn Blalack..................... First ............1995, 96, 97 Jamie Csizmadia............. Third........................1995 Sandy Edwards............... Second . ...........1995, 96 Emily Elias....................... Third . .....................1997 Second . .................1998 Claire Elliott..................... First ..................1997, 98 Linsey Woodard............... First.........................2001 Kristen Koop First ........................1995 Third . .....................1996 Tina Robinson................. First ........................1996 Diana Rowe..................... First ........................1996 Melanie Wilson First ..................1997, 99 Third . .....................1996 Nicky Thrasher................ First ............1998, 99, 01 Martha Moore.................. Second . .................1999 Amber Reynolds.............. Second . .................1999 First.........................2000 Heather Ragsdale............ First.........................2000 Heather Wiebe................. Second....................2000 Kristen Strutz................... Second..............2000, 03 Third........................2001 First.........................2002 Linsey Woodard............... First.........................2002 Jessica Martin.................. First.........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak.................. Third..................2002, 04 First.........................2003 Amanda Burke................. First.........................2003 Ashlee Pistorius............... First.............2004, 05, 06 Amy Berend..................... Third........................2004 Amy Berend..................... Second....................2006 Melissa Garey.................. Second....................2005
Laura Probst.................... Third........................2005 Kristin Arnold................... Third........................2006 Paige Carmichael............ First.........................2006 Emily Peterson................ Third........................2006 Kristin Arnold................... First.........................2007 Amy Berend..................... First.........................2007 Melissa Garey.................. Third........................2007 Ashlee Pistorius............... First.........................2007
soccer buzz all-central region Diana Rowe First ........................1996 Third . .....................1997 Sandy Edwards............... First ........................1996 Tina Robinson................. First ........................1996 Bryn Blalack..................... First ..................1996, 97 Claire Elliott..................... First ..................1997, 98 Melanie Wilson First ..................1997, 99 Second . .................1996 Emily Elias....................... Second . ...........1997, 98 Kristen Koop.................... Third . .....................1996 Nicky Thrasher................ First...................1999, 01 Third . .....................1998 Martha Moore.................. First ........................1999 Heather Ragsdale............ Second . .................1999 First.........................2000
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Amber Reynolds............. Second....................1999 First.........................2000 Andrea Starns................. First.........................2000 Kristen Strutz.................. First ............2001, 02, 03 Second....................2000 Linsey Woodard.............. Third........................2001 First.........................2002 Amanda Burke................ Third........................2001 Second....................2003 Jessica Martin................. First.........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak................. Second....................2002 First.........................2003 Third..................2004, 05 Laura Probst................... Second....................2003 Ashlee Pistorius.............. First.............2004, 05, 06 Carrie Berend................. Second....................2004 Melissa Garey................. Second....................2005 Paige Carmichael........... Third........................2005 Paige Carmichael........... First.........................2006 Emily Peterson................ Second....................2006 Kristin Arnold................... Second....................2006 Allison Martino................ Third........................2006 Ashlee Pistorius.............. First.........................2007 Amy Berend.................... First.........................2007 Nicole Ketchum............... First.........................2007 Amber Gnatzig................ Second....................2007 Kristin Arnold................... Second....................2007
regional freshman of the year Claire Elliott.....................................................1997 Martha Moore..................................................1999 Kati Jo Spisak..................................................2002 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2004
regional all-freshman team Melanie Wilson................................................1996 Claire Elliott.....................................................1997 Michelle Royal.................................................1998 Martha Moore..................................................1999 Heather Ragsdale............................................1999 Kristen Strutz...................................................2000 Adrienne Dillard...............................................2000 Esther Thompson............................................2000 Linsey Woodard...............................................2001 Kati Jo Spisak..................................................2002 Carrie Berend..................................................2002 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2004 Amy Berend.....................................................2004 Kristin Arnold...................................................2006 Amber Gnatzig.................................................2006 Rachel Shipley.................................................2007
regional player of the year Bryn Blalack..............................................1996, 97 Ashlee Pistorius..............................................2007
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HISTORY
NSCAA all-central region
conference honors and a wards big 12 player of the year Bryn Blalack (Co-Player).................................1996 Bryn Blalack.....................................................1997 Ashlee Pistorius (Offensive)............................2007
big 12 rookie of the year Melanie Wilson................................................1996 Claire Elliott.....................................................1997 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2004
big 12 coach of the year G Guerrieri (Co-Coach).........................1997, 2002
all-big 12 team Bryn Blalack..................... First...................1996, 97 Sandy Edwards............... First ........................1996 Emily Elias....................... Second . ...........1997, 98 Claire Elliott..................... First ..................1997, 98 Ashley Fendley................ Second....................1997 Sonia Ibanez.................... Second . .................1996
Kristen Koop.................... First ........................1996 Yvette Okler..................... Second . .................1996 Tina Robinson................. First ........................1996 Diana Rowe..................... First ........................1996 Second . .................1997 Nicky Thrasher................ Second . .................1998 Melanie Wilson................ First ............1996, 97, 98 Nicky Thrasher................ First...................1999, 01 Martha Moore.................. Second . ...........1999, 02 Amber Reynolds.............. Second . .................1999 First.........................2000 Heather Ragsdale............ First.........................2000 Heather Wiebe................. Second....................2000 Andrea Starns.................. Second....................2000 Kristen Strutz................... First ............2001, 02, 03 Michelle Royal ................ Second....................2001 Linsey Woodard............... Second....................2001 First.........................2002 Kati Jo Spisak.................. First.............2002, 03, 05 Jessica Martin.................. First.........................2002 Amanda Burke................. First.........................2003 Second....................2004 Laura Probst.................... First.........................2003 First.........................2005 Emma Smith.................... Second....................2003 Carrie Berend.................. Second....................2004
Ashlee Pistorius............... Second..............2004, 06 First...................2005, 07 Melissa Garey.................. First.........................2005 Second....................2007 Emily Peterson................ First.........................2006 Amy Berend..................... First...................2006, 07 Suzzette Devloo.............. First.........................2006 Kristin Arnold................... Second....................2006 First.........................2007 Paige Carmichael............ Second..............2006, 07 Allison Martino................. Second....................2006 First.........................2007
big 12 all-newcomer team
Katherine Krambeer........................................2003 Linda Pierson...................................................2003 Amy Berend.....................................................2004 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2004 Laura Grace Robinson....................................2005 Kristin Arnold...................................................2006 Amber Gnatzig.................................................2006 Nicole Ketchum...............................................2006 R achel Shipley.................................................2007
all-swc team Bryn Blalack.....................................................1995 Kristen Koop....................................................1995
Esther Thompson............................................2000 Adrienne Dillard...............................................2000 Kristen Strutz...................................................2000 Shannon Labhart.............................................2001 Amanda Burke.................................................2001 Linsey Woodard...............................................2001 Kati Jo Spisak..................................................2002 Carrie Berend..................................................2002 Tina Echavarry................................................2002
tournament honors and a wards big 12 tournament mvp Sharon Pickering.............................................1997 Nicky Thrasher................................................1998 Linsey Woodard...............................................2001 Ashlee Pistorius...............................................2005
big 12 tournament defEFENSIVE mvp
swc tournament mvp Bryn Blalack.....................................................1995
big 12 all-tournament team Bryn Blalack...........................................1996, 1997 Sandy Edwards...............................................1996 Kristen Koop....................................................1996 Tina Robinson.................................................1996 Diana Rowe.....................................................1996 Emily Elias.............................................1997, 1998 Claire Elliott.....................................................1997
Sharon Pickering.............................................1997 Melanie Wilson................................................1997 Nicky Thrasher......................................1998, 2001 Amber Reynolds..............................................2000 Heather Wiebe.................................................2000 Andrea Starns..................................................2000 Kristen Strutz...................................................2000 Adrienne Dillard...............................................2001 Linsey Woodard...............................................2001 Jessica Martin..................................................2002 Carrie Berend..................................................2002 Kati Jo Spisak............................................2004, 05 Shannon Labhart.............................................2004 Jordan Falcusan..............................................2004 Laura Probst....................................................2004
Amy Berend...............................................2004, 07 Ashlee Pistorius.............................2004, 05, 06, 07 Paige Carmichael......................................2005, 06 Katherine Krambeer........................................2005 Linda Pierson...................................................2005 Elisabeth Jones...............................................2007
swc all-tournament team Bryn Blalack.....................................................1995 Sandy Edwards...............................................1995
HISTORY
Tina Robinson.................................................1996 Claire Elliott.....................................................1997 Amber Reynolds..............................................2000 Kati Jo Spisak..................................................2004
Paige Carmichael............................................2005
academic honors and a wards academic all-big 12 team Mandy Davidson..............................................1997 Sharon Pickering.............................................1997 Cameron Chorn.........................................1999, 01 Mandy Davidson..............................................1999 Ashley Fendley................................................1999 Jamie Marden..................................................1999
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Jodie Mitchell.............................................1999, 01 Alison Peters...................................................1999 Heather Wiebe.................................................1999 Amber Childers..........................................1999, 01 Andrea Starns............................................2001, 02 Heather Ragsdale......................................2001, 02 Esther Thompson............................................2001 Emma Smith........................................2002, 03, 04 Linsey Woodard...............................................2002
Laura Probst........................................2003, 04, 05 Suzzette Devloo..................................2004, 05, 06 Katherine Krambeer............................2004, 05, 06 Amanda Burke.................................................2004 Becky Olson..............................................2004, 05 Annie Burnett.............................................2005, 06 Janelle Green..................................................2005 Madison Klovstad......................................2005, 06 Lauren Pfister............................................2005, 06
Ashlee Pistorius...................................2005, 06, 07 Julie Almeida...................................................2006 Elisabeth Jones.........................................2006, 07 Emily Peterson................................................2006 Laura Grace Robinson....................................2007 Nicole Ketchum...............................................2007 Sara Albrecht...................................................2007 Melissa Garey..................................................2007
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goals Year
Player
multi-goal games No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 25 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 15 2005..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 22 2004..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 19 2003..............Kristen Strutz............................ 11 2002..............Linsey Woodard....................... 14 2001..............Linsey Woodard....................... 17 2000..............Heather Ragsdale.................... 14 1999..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 21 1998..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 13 1997..............Bryn Blalack............................. 17 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................. 28 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................. 23 1994..............Bryn Blalack............................. 11 1993..............Jamie Csizmadia...................... 13
assists Year
Player
Year
Player
No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 8 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 3 2005..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 4 Melissa Garey............................ 4 2004..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 4 2003..............Kristen Strutz.............................. 3 2002..............Heather Ragsdale...................... 3 2001..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 4 2000..............Kristen Strutz.............................. 3 1999..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 6 1998..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 2 1997..............Bryn Blalack............................... 4 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................... 3 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................... 4 Kristen Koop............................... 4 1994..............Bryn Blalack............................... 3 Kristen Koop............................... 3 1993..............Jamie Csizmadia........................ 3
No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 9 2006..............Allison Martino............................ 8 2005..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 12 2004..............Carrie Berend............................. 8 2003..............Laura Probst............................... 9 2002..............Kristen Strutz............................ 10 2001..............Kristen Strutz............................ 10 2000..............Kristen Strutz............................ 11 1999..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 10 1998..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 7 1997..............Alison Peters............................ 11 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................. 13 Kristen Koop............................. 13 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................. 12 1994..............Yvette Okler.............................. 11 1993..............Kimery Duda............................ 12
points Year
Player
No.
shots Year
Player
No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius..................... 129 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 70 2005..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 94 2004..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 82 2003..............Kristen Strutz............................ 63 2002..............Linsey Woodard....................... 95 2001..............Nicky Thrasher....................... 106 2000.............Heather Ragsdale.................... 80 1999..............Nicky Thrasher....................... 131 1998..............Nicky Thrasher....................... 103 1997..............Bryn Blalack........................... 118 1996..............Bryn Blalack........................... 122 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................. 96 1994..............Bryn Blalack............................. 49 1993..............Jamie Csizmadia...................... 66
games played Year
Player
No.
2007..............Nine Players............................. 24 2006..............Nine Players............................. 24 2005..............Ten Players.............................. 24 2004..............Seven Players.......................... 24 2003..............Ten Players.............................. 22 2002..............Six Players............................... 26 2001..............Ten Players.............................. 22 2000..............Eight Players............................ 25 1999..............Nine Players............................. 23 1998..............Ten Players.............................. 22 1997..............Five Players............................. 21 1996..............Nine Players............................. 23 1995..............Nine Players............................. 24 1994..............Seven Players.......................... 19 1993..............Eight Players............................ 19
games started Year
ASHLEE PISTORIUS multi-assist games Year
Player
No.
2007..............Melissa Garey............................ 1 Allison Martino............................ 1 2006..............Allison Martino............................ 3 2005..............Laura Probst............................... 3 2004..............Seven Players............................ 1 2003..............Five players................................ 1 2002..............Heather Ragsdale...................... 2 2001..............Andrea Starns............................ 2 2000..............Andrea Starns............................ 1 Kristen Strutz.............................. 1 Heather Ragsdale...................... 1 1999..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 2 Heather Ragsdale...................... 2 1998..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 1 1997..............Alison Peters.............................. 2 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................... 3 Kristen Koop............................... 3 Yvette Okler................................ 3 1995..............Six players.................................. 1 1994..............Yvette Okler................................ 3 1993..............Kimery Duda.............................. 2 Kristen Koop............................... 2 Anna Whitehead......................... 2
consecutive scoring Year
Player
No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 5 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 5 2005..............Kat Krambeer............................. 6 2004..............Ashlee Pistorius......................... 4 2003..............Kristen Strutz.............................. 3 2002..............Linsey Woodard......................... 7 2001..............Linsey Woodard......................... 4
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No.
2007..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 24 Nicole Ketchum........................ 24 Amy Berend............................. 24 Micah Stephens....................... 24 Kristin Arnold............................ 24 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 24 Micah Stephens....................... 24 2005..............Six Players............................... 24 2004..............Laura Probst............................. 24 Carrie Berend........................... 24 Shannon Labhart...................... 24 Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 24 2003..............Kristen Strutz............................ 22 Linda Pierson........................... 22 Shannon Labhart...................... 22 Annie Burnett........................... 22 Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 22 2002..............Kristen Strutz............................ 26 Shannon Labhart...................... 26 Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 26 2001..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 22 Linsey Woodard....................... 22 Kristen Strutz............................ 22 Amanda Burke......................... 22 2000..............Heather Ragsdale.................... 25 Andrea Starns.......................... 25 Heather Wiebe......................... 25 Amber Reynolds....................... 25 1999..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 23 Alison Peters............................ 23 Heather Wiebe......................... 23 Amber Reynolds....................... 23 Melanie Wilson......................... 23 1998..............Amber Reynolds....................... 22 Emily Elias................................ 22 Claire Elliott.............................. 22 Melanie Wilson......................... 22 1997..............Emily Elias................................ 21 Claire Elliott.............................. 21 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................. 23 Emily Elias................................ 23 Kristen Koop............................. 23 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................. 24 1994..............Allison Buckley......................... 19 Kimery Duda............................ 19 Corie Hammers........................ 19
1993..............Kristi Dillinger........................... 19 Rennie Rebe............................ 19 Anna Whitehead....................... 19
saves Year
Player
No.
2007..............Kristin Arnold............................ 91 2006..............Kristin Arnold............................ 75 2005..............Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 65 2004..............Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 57 2003..............Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 77 2002..............Kati Jo Spisak.......................... 92 2001..............Esther Thompson..................... 54 2000..............Esther Thompson..................... 87 1999..............Melanie Wilson......................... 77 1998..............Melanie Wilson......................... 83 1997..............Melanie Wilson......................... 65 1996..............Melanie Wilson......................... 64 1995..............Sunny McConnell................... 112 1994..............Sunny McConnell..................... 78 1993..............Sunny McConnell..................... 69
minutes in goal Year
Player
No.
2007..............Kristin Arnold........................ 2091 2006..............Kristin Arnold........................ 1904 2005..............Kati Jo Spisak...................... 2133 2004..............Kati Jo Spisak...................... 2018 2003..............Kati Jo Spisak...................... 2035 2002..............Kati Jo Spisak...................... 2373 2001..............Esther Thompson................. 1581 2000..............Esther Thompson................. 1637 1999..............Melanie Wilson..................... 2007 1998..............Melanie Wilson..................... 1907 1997..............Melanie Wilson..................... 1900 1996..............Melanie Wilson..................... 1807 1995..............Sunny McConnell................. 1572 1994..............Sunny McConnell................... 980 1993..............Sunny McConnell................. 1373
shutouts Year
Player
No.
2007..............Kristin Arnold........................... 7.0 2006..............Kristin Arnold........................... 8.0 2005..............Kati Jo Spisak......................... 7.0 2004..............Kati Jo Spisak......................... 7.0 2003..............Kati Jo Spisak......................... 8.0 2002..............Kati Jo Spisak......................... 6.0 2001..............Esther Thompson.................... 9.5 2000..............Esther Thompson.................... 7.5 1999..............Melanie Wilson........................ 9.3 1998..............Melanie Wilson........................ 6.5 1997..............Melanie Wilson........................ 8.0 1996..............Melanie Wilson........................ 8.5 1995..............Sunny McConnell.................... 5.0 1994..............Michelle Crofts........................ 3.0 1993..............Sunny McConnell.................... 8.0
goals-against avg . Year
Player
No.
2007..............Kristin Arnold........................ .0.86 2006..............Kristin Arnold......................... 0.90 2005..............Kati Jo Spisak....................... 0.97 2004..............Kati Jo Spisak....................... 0.94 2003..............Kati Jo Spisak....................... 0.93 2002..............Kati Jo Spisak....................... 1.02 2001 .............Esther Thompson.................. 0.97 2000..............Esther Thompson.................. 1.10 1999..............Melanie Wilson...................... 0.63 1998..............Melanie Wilson...................... 1.42 1997..............Melanie Wilson...................... 0.71 1996..............Melanie Wilson...................... 0.95 1995..............Rebecca Stewart................... 0.93 1994..............Sunny McConnell.................. 1.01 1993..............Sunny McConnell.................. 0.85
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2007..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 59 2006..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 35 2005..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 56 2004..............Ashlee Pistorius....................... 44 2003..............Kristen Strutz............................ 27 2002..............Heather Ragsdale.................... 34 Linsey Woodard....................... 34 2001..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 39 2000..............Heather Ragsdale.................... 37 1999..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 52 1998..............Nicky Thrasher......................... 33 1997..............Bryn Blalack............................. 37 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................. 69 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................. 58 1994..............Bryn Blalack............................. 28 1993..............Jamie Csizmadia...................... 30
2000..............Heather Ragsdale...................... 5 1999..............Nicky Thrasher........................... 5 1998..............Michelle Remington.................... 3 Sharon Pickering........................ 3 1997..............Sharon Pickering........................ 4 1996..............Bryn Blalack............................... 4 Kristen Koop............................... 4 Yvette Okler................................ 4 1995..............Bryn Blalack............................... 7 1994..............Bryn Blalack............................... 4 1993..............Jamie Csizmadia........................ 6
offensive mvp
HISTORY
defensive mvp Micah Stephens............................. 2007 Emily Peterson.............................. 2006 Linda Pierson................................. 2005 Shannon Labhart........................... 2004 Kati Jo Spisak................................ 2003 Jessica Martin................................ 2002 Jessica Martin................................ 2001 Amber Reynolds............................ 2000 Melanie Wilson.............................. 1999 Emily Elias..................................... 1998 Claire Elliott .................................. 1997 Melanie Wilson.............................. 1996 Sandy Edwards............................. 1995 Alison Buckley............................... 1994 Kristi Dillinger................................. 1993
The “Iron Aggie” award is given to the player who showed showed true grit and determination throughout the season.
newcomer of the year
midfield mvp Amy Berend................................... 2007 Amy Berend................................... 2006 Rebecca Olson.............................. 2005 Amy Berend................................... 2004 Kristen Strutz................................. 2003 Kristen Strutz................................. 2002 Kristen Strutz................................. 2001 Heather Wiebe............................... 2000 Heather Wiebe............................... 1999 Heather Wiebe............................... 1998 Heather Wiebe............................... 1997 Diana Rowe................................... 1996 Tania Castillejos............................. 1995 Corie Hamers................................ 1994 Jamie Csizmadia........................... 1993
iron aggie
Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1999 Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1998 Bryn Blalack................................... 1997 Bryn Blalack................................... 1996 Bryn Blalack................................... 1995 Bryn Blalack................................... 1994 Jamie Csizmadia........................... 1993
Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2007 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2006 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2005 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2004 Kristen Strutz................................. 2003 Heather Ragsdale.......................... 2002 Nicky Thrasher ............................. 2001 Linsey Woodard............................. 2001 Heather Ragsdale.......................... 2000 Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1999 Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1998 Bryn Blalack................................... 1997 Bryn Blalack................................... 1996 Kristen Koop.................................. 1995 Kristen Koop.................................. 1994 Yvette Okler................................... 1993
allison martino assists leader Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2007 Allison Martino............................... 2006 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2005 Carrie Berend................................ 2004 Laura Probst.................................. 2003 Kristen Strutz................................. 2002 Kristen Strutz................................. 2001 Kristen Strutz................................. 2000 Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1999 Nicky Thrasher.............................. 1998 Bryn Blalack................................... 1997 Kristen Koop.................................. 1997 Yvette Okler................................... 1996 Bryn Blalack................................... 1995 Yvette Okler................................... 1994 Kim Duda....................................... 1993
Rachel Shipley............................... 2007 Kristin Arnold................................. 2006 Emily Peterson.............................. 2005 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2004 Annie Burnett................................. 2003 Kati Jo Spisak................................ 2002 Linsey Woodard............................. 2001 Kristen Strutz................................. 2000 Martha Moore................................ 1999 Michelle Royal............................... 1998 Claire Elliott................................... 1997 Sharon Pickering........................... 1996 Rebecca Stewart........................... 1995 Bryn Blalack................................... 1994 Sandy Edwards............................. 1993
12th man The “12th Man” award is given to the player who made the largest contribution on the field and was not an everyday starter.
Cydne Currie................................. 2007 Elisabeth Jones............................. 2006 Kat Krambeer................................ 2005 Tina Echavarry.............................. 2004 Tina Echavarry.............................. 2003 Tina Echavarry.............................. 2002 Angela Barker................................ 2001 Jessica Martin................................ 2000 Jessica Martin................................ 1999 Andrea Starns................................ 1999 Cameron Chorn............................. 1998 Sharon Pickering........................... 1997 Ashley Fendley.............................. 1996 Sonia Ibanez.................................. 1995 Anne Whitehead............................ 1994 Kristen Koop.................................. 1993
leading scorer Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2007 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2006 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2005 Ashlee Pistorius............................. 2004 Kristen Strutz................................. 2003 Heather Ragsdale.......................... 2002 Linsey Woodard............................. 2002 Linsey Woodard............................. 2001 Heather Ragsdale.......................... 2000
Emily peterson
elisabeth jones perseverance The “Perseverance” award is given to the player who displayed a neversay-die attitude and exhibited how to overcome obstacles to her teammates.
Suzzette Devloo
Paige Carmichael.......................... 2007 Paige Carmichael.......................... 2006 Rebecca Olson.............................. 2005 Paige Carmichael.......................... 2004 Becky Olson.................................. 2003 Juli Goin........................................ 2002 Michelle Remington....................... 2001 Elizabeth Pavlas............................ 2000 Ashley Fendley.............................. 1999 Michelle Remington....................... 1998 Emily Elias..................................... 1997 Alison Buckley............................... 1996 Yvette Okler................................... 1995 Sandy Edwards............................. 1994 Alison Buckley............................... 1993
spirit of aggieland The “Spirit of Aggieland” award is given to the player who displayed leadership qualities and showed cohesive spirit for the team.
Elisabeth Jones............................. 2007 Annie Burnett................................. 2006 Suzzette Devloo............................ 2005 Suzzette Devloo............................ 2004 Amanda Burke............................... 2003 Andrea Starns................................ 2002 Andrea Starns................................ 2001 Elizabath Pavlas............................ 2000 Elizabeth Pavlas............................ 1999 Elizabeth Pavlas............................ 1998 Ashley Fendley.............................. 1997 Yvette Okler................................... 1996 Mandy Malburg.............................. 1995 Jamie Csizmadia........................... 1994 Rene Rebe.................................... 1993
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Paige Carmichael.......................... 2007 Paige Carmichael.......................... 2006 Kat Krambeer................................ 2005 Emily DeWoody............................. 2004 Shannon Labhart........................... 2003 Heather Ragsdale.......................... 2002 Jessica Martin................................ 2001 Amber Reynolds............................ 2000 Michelle Royal............................... 2000 Amber Reynolds............................ 1999 Amber Reynolds............................ 1998 Becky Peterson............................. 1997 Tina Robinson............................... 1996 Tina Robinson............................... 1995 Tina Robinson............................... 1994 Tina Robinson............................... 1993
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TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
Duda, Kim.............................’93-96 Dunford, Stacey.........................’83 Dyer, Kelly................................’07-
* Records prior to the soccer program gaining full varsity status are incomplete. If you have a correction or addition to this list, please call (979) 8455725. The Sports Information Office at Texas A&M welcomes any corrections or additions to this list from authentic sources.
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Aamon, Monica............................. * Acuna, Lisa................................... * Albrecht, Sara......................’04-’07 Almeida, Julie.......................’03-06 Armstrong, Kat..........................’07Arnold, Kristin...........................’06Aswell, Phyllis............................... *
B
Tania Castillejos Bodenbender, Debbie...........’87-88 Bond, Tracy,...............................’99 Booker, LaQuita............................ * Bourne, Lucy........................’81-82 Boyd, Graylyn.......................’81-82 Buchanan, Lezli....................’86-88 Buckley, Allison.....................’93-96 Amanda Burke......................’01-04 Burnett, Annie.......................’03-06 Burns, Anjanette........................... *
C
Camacho, Irene............................ * Camp, Brandy............................... * Carmichael, Paige...............’04-’07 Carpenter, Becky..................’81-82 Carter, Stephanie.......................’93 Case (Beattie), Carol............’84-85 Castillejos, Linda..................’95-98 Castillejos, Tania...................’94-96 Chandler, Amy...........................’95 Chaney, Stefani,...................’97-00 Chariva, Melissa........................... * Childers, Amber....................’98-01 Chorn, Cameron...................’98-01 Clack, Kim............................’83-85 Coroneos, Nicole..................’93-95 Crofts, Michelle.....................’93-94
Csizmadia, Jamie.................’93-96 Currie, Cydne...........................’05Currie, Natalie...........................’05Cusato, Ellen........................’85-86 Cutshall, Caley............................. *
D
Daane, Beth..........................’84-85 Dalseg, Kristen................... ’83, ’85 Dalton, Elizabeth................ ’86, ’88 Davidson, Mandy..................’96-99 Davis, Holly................................’02 DeFelice, Ann Marie.............’83-84
JULI GOIN Green, Katy..........................’94-95 Greene, Shawn-tae..................’08-
H
Hagan, Tara.................................. * Hammers, Corie...................’94-95 Hamilton, Katie..........................’08 Hampton, Tara.............................. * Harding, Inge............................’07Hargrove, Heather................’91-94 Hellums, Dawn............................. * Herrera, Rebecca.....................’08Hlista, Brittan........................’91-93 Hodges, Marilyn.........................’85 Holley, Tracey (tr)..........’84-85, ’87 Hooper, Whitney.......................’07-
MANDY DAVIDSON
AMBER CHILDERS
DeLassus, Renee.................’83-84 DeSantis, Maria.........................’83 DeVargas, Kim.............................. * Devloo, Suzette....................’03-06 DeWoody, Emily...................’02-05 Dillard, Adrienne...................’00-01 Dillinger, Kristi.......................’93-94 Ditrapani, Jennifer........................ * Dominguez, Genevieve.............’88 Donelson, Jenny........................’93
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
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Falcusan, Jordan..................’04-05 Fain, Alicia............................’93-94 Fairman, Adele..........................’81 Felger, Melanie..........................’81 Fendley, Ashley....................’96-99 Forry, Lauren.............................’81 Fougeron, Jamie........................’81 Fraini, Karla....................’85,’87-88
I
Ibanez, Sonia........................’94-97 Irizarry, Patricia..........................’83
J
Jackson, Emily.............................. * Johnson, Melissa.......................’88 Johnson, Missie.........................’87 Jones, Elisabeth..................’05-’07 Jones, Jennifer..........................’93
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HISTORY
Baker, Cecile................................ * Balaguer Rachael.....................’08Baldwin, Belinda........................... * Barker, Angela......................’98-01 Barr, Tracey..........................’92-95 Barrett, Stephanie,................’81-82 Bartone, Heather.......................... * Bates, Catherine........................... * Baylor, Sharon......................’88-89 Benningfield, Nicki..........’02-03,’05 Berend, Amy........................’04-’07 Berend, Carrie......................’02-05 Bernardi, Bettina...................’84-85 Bernardi, Elizabeth...............’83-84 Blalack, Bryn.........................’94-97
E
Echavarry, Cristina...............’02-04 Edwards, Sandy...................’93-96 Elias, Emily...........................’95-98 Elliott, Claire.........................’97-98 End, Christy..............................’07Estes, Laura....................... ’81, ’83 Estes, Lisa.................................... *
G
Gallagher, April.....................’93-94 Gandy, Gilian.............................’97 Garcia, Gina..............................’87 Garey, Melissa......................’04-07 Gillooly, Niele.................’85, ’87-88 Gittinger, Carol...............’81, ’83-84 Gnatzig, Amber.........................’06Gold, Nancy..........................’86-88 Goin, Juli............................. ’00, ’02 Green, Janelle......................’02-05 Green, Jessica...........................’04
Joyce, Tamara.............................. * Juliuson, Shelle............................ *
K
Kacsmaryk, Jennifer.............’01-02 Ketchum, Nicole.......................’06Klovstad, Madison................’03-06 Kmezich, Jennifer.....................’08Knight, Janice............................’83 Koop, Kristen........................’93-96 Koplyay, Katherine................’86-88
Lovoi, Laurie.........................’98-99 Lubert, Sandy............................’84 Lubert, Tracy................................. * Luft, Tina....................................’83
Nelson, Nicole...........................’93 Neu, Jessica................................. * Newman, Lori............................’83 Niles, Sue..................................’81
M
O
Madison, Lara............................’88 Majewski, Megan......................’08Majka, Becky.............................’95 Malburg, Amanda.................’93-95 Marden, Jamie...........................’99
Offutt, Katie...........................’97-98 Ohaeri, Christina,.......................’99 Okler, Yvette.........................’93-96 Olson, Becky........................’02-05
P
Patak, Pam...........................’85-88 Pavlas, Elizabeth..................’97-00 Peters, Alison........................’97-00 Peterson, Becky...................’96-97 Peterson, Emily........................’05Pfister, Lauren......................’03-06 Pickering, Sharon.................’96-98 Pierson, Linda.......................’03-06 Pierson, Sarah..........................’07Pinkerton, Heather................’93-94 Pinkerton, Julie..........................’96 Pistorius, Ashlee..................’04-’07 Probst, Laura........................’02-05
Smith,Terry..........................’89-’93 Spearink, Julie......................’04-05 Spisak, Kati Jo......................’02-05 Starns, Andrea,.....................’99-02 Stephens, Micah.......................’05Stephenson, Laci,......................’99 Stern, Sandy..............................’03 Stewart, Rebecca.................’95-98 Strutz, Kristen.......................’00-03
T
a &m firsts first game Sept. 6, 1993 1-2 loss in overtime vs. Arkansas
first swc game
Tamporello, Anne..................’98-00 Tatum, Raven...........................’08Theologos, Maria.......................’88 Thompson, Esther................’00-01 Thrasher, Nicky...............’97-99,’01 Trimble, Katherine.....................’88 Trimble, Terri................................. * Trimble, Trina................................ * Trostle, Marcy............................... * Trujillo, Misty.........................’95-96
Sept. 18, 1995 3-1 win vs. TCU
first big 12 game Sept. 13, 1996 7-1 win vs. Kansas
first win Sept. 9, 1993 1-0 win vs. Texas
V
first assist
Vaughn, Angie.............................. * Vester, Lynn...............................’81
Sept. 6, 1993 Sandy Edwards vs. Arkansas
first goal Sept. 6, 1993 Tina Robinson vs. Arkansas, 60:27
YVETTE OKLER Krambeer, Kat.......................’03-06 Kraus, Lisel................................’08 Kretchmar, Marianna.......... ’85, ’87
HISTORY
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Labhart, Shannon.................’01-04 Landenberger, Ellen..................... * Landenberger, Kathryn..............’88 Lauson, Jennifer........................’85 Lawson (Longnecker), Jennifer...............................’88 Lewars, Lynette.........................’83 Light, Lisa (tr).............................’88 Love, Daphne............................’81
Martin, Jessica......................’99-02 Martinez, Cindy..........................’85 Martino, Allison....................’04-’07 McConnell, Sunny................’93-96 McFalls, Kristen.........................’99 Mitchell, Jodie.......................’98-01 Moore, Martha......................’99-02 Moore, Robin................................ * Mouske, Jessica...................’94-97 Murray, Ashley,..........................’00
N
Nelan, Janie.................................. * Nelson, Martha.....................’84-87
first opponent goal Sept. 6, 1993 Denise Brown (Arkansas) off a corner kick, 17:01
first shutout
Diana Rowe
R
Ragsdale, Heather................’99-02 Ratliff, Paula..............................’83 Rebe, Rennie........................’90-93 Reiley, Beth.................................. * Remington, Michelle.......’98-99,’01 Reynolds, Amber..................’97-00 Ripple, Kate...............................’02 Robinson, Laura Grace............’05Robinson, Tina.....................’93-96 Rowe (Hawk), Denise................’85 Rowe, Diana.........................’94-97 Royal, Michelle.....................’98-01
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Kristen Strutz
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Sarkesian, Marissa...............’04-05 Shook, Nicole..................... ’95, ’97 Smith, Carol........................ ’81, ’83 Smith, Emma........................’01-04 Smith, Mary...............................’83
Sept. 9, 1993
W
Wall, Missy................................... * Walton, Kelly..............................’81 Way, Tracy............................’87-88 West, Beth................................’08Wheeler, Carrie..........................’95 White, Stefanie..........................’95 Whitehead, Anna..................’93-94 Whiteside, Phyllis......................’85 Wiebe, Heather.....................’97-00 Wilkinson, Rachel.................’94-95 Williams, Heather.................’00-02 Wilmoth, Kelly......................’04-’07 Wilson, Melanie....................’96-99 Wojich, Kim................................... * Wohlers, Carly..........................’08Wood, Teri.................................’81 Woodard (Johnson), Linsey.. ’01-02
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1-0 vs. Texas
first opponent shutout Sept. 7, 1993 0-2 vs. Washington State
first tourney win Sept. 12, 1993 St. Edward’s Tournament Recorded wins over Texas, 1-0 TCU, 4-1 St. Edward’s, 5-0
first tourney MVP Sept. 12, 1993 Jamie Csizmadia St. Edward’s Tournament 3 g, 2 a
Zigmond, Bonnie.......................’81
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
most goals player
opponent date g
1. 2.
Baylor Baylor Texas Wisconsin-Milwaukee Kansas Iowa State SMU Nebraska at Kansas vs. Army Oklahoma State at Missouri Houston at Kansas vs. Iowa State New Mexico Baylor Texas Kansas at Tulsa vs. Tulane S.F. Austin at George Mason New Mexico vs. Arkansas vs. TCU
Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Yvette Okler Elisabeth Jones Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Kat Krambeer Melissa Garey Ashlee Pistorius Nicky Thrasher Linsey Woodard Heather Ragsdale Nicky Thrasher Nicky Thrasher Alison Peters Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Nicole Shook Kristen Koop Bryn Blalack Kristen Koop Jamie Csizmadia
11 / 02 / 07 10 / 28 / 05 10 / 31 / 93 10 / 26 / 07 09 / 30 / 07 1 0 / 20 / 06 1 1 / 1 3 / 05 10 / 09 / 05 09 / 25 / 05 09 / 1 2 / 04 10 / 28 / 01 10 / 21 / 01 10 / 31 / 99 10 / 24 / 99 1 1 / 05 / 98 09 / 07 / 98 1 1 / 09 / 96 10 / 22 / 96 09 / 1 3 / 96 09 / 1 1 / 96 09 / 01 / 96 10 / 22 / 95 10 / 15 / 95 10 / 07 / 95 09 / 04 / 95 09 / 1 1 / 93
4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
most assists player
opponent date a
1. 2.
Texas-San Antonio Oklahoma Oklahoma Missouri Kansas SMU S.F. Austin N. Illinois
Kat Krambeer Ashlee Pistorius Cameron Chorn Bryn Blalack Kristen Koop Yvette Okler Nicole Shook Yvette Okler
08 / 27 / 06 10 / 14 / 05 08 / 29 / 99 09 / 15 / 96 09 / 1 3 / 96 09 / 18 / 96 10 / 22 / 95 10 / 23 / 94
4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
most shots player
opponent date
sh
1. 2.
Texas Tech Baylor Oklahoma Baylor Oklahoma State Oklahoma Florida State Oklahoma Utah at Oklahoma
15 12 1 2 1 1 1 1 10 10 10 10 10
Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Amy Berend 3. Nicky Thrasher Nicky Thrasher Nicky Thrasher Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack
10 / 28 / 07 11 / 02 / 07 08 / 30 / 97 1 1 / 09 / 96 1 1 / 03 / 04 1 1 / 08 / 01 10 / 17 / 99 08 / 29 / 99 09 / 19 / 97 10 / 07 / 96
Most points opponent date pts
1. 2. 3. 10.
S.F. Austin Baylor Baylor Texas at Oklahoma Houston Baylor Missouri Kansas vs. Tulane New Mexico vs. Arkansas Wisconsin-Milwaukee Kansas SMU SMU vs. Army Nebraska at Kansas Missouri at Missouri Oklahoma State at Kansas vs. TCU Texas at Tulsa Utah vs. Iowa State New Mexico
Nicole Shook Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Yvette Okler Ashlee Pistorius Heather Ragsdale Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Kristen Koop Elisabeth Jones Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Ashlee Pistorius Kat Krambeer Melissa Garey Heather Ragsdale Linsey Woodard Nicky Thrasher Nicky Thrasher Jamie Csizmadia Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Bryn Blalack Nicky Thrasher Alison Peters
10 / 22 / 95 11 / 02 / 07 10 / 28 / 05 10 / 31 / 93 10 / 14 / 05 10 / 31 / 99 1 1 / 09 / 96 09 / 15 / 96 09 / 1 3 / 96 09 / 01 / 96 10 / 07 / 95 09 / 04 / 95 10 / 26 / 07 09 / 30 / 07 1 1 / 1 3 / 05 1 1 / 1 3 / 05 09 / 1 2 / 04 10 / 09 / 05 09 / 25 / 05 10 / 25 / 02 10 / 21 / 01 10 / 28 / 01 10 / 24 / 99 09 / 1 1 / 93 10 / 22 / 96 09 / 1 1 / 96 09 / 19 / 97 1 1 / 05 / 98 09 / 07 / 98
9 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
most saves
Michelle Crofts kat krambeer
2008 SOCCER YEARBOOK
player
opponent date
1. 2. 3. 4. 6.
vs. N.C. State Central Florida vs. Army vs. Duke vs. Arkansas at Missouri at Florida at UMass
Michelle Crofts Sunny McConnell Sunny McConnell Melanie Wilson Sunny McConnell Kristin Arnold Sunny McConnell Sunny McConnell
10 / 02 / 94 10 / 03 / 93 10 / 15 / 94 10 / 18 / 96 10 / 30 / 94 09 / 28 / 07 10 / 27 / 95 09 / 22 / 95
saves
18 17 1 3 1 2 1 2 11 1 1 1 1
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HISTORY
player
Yvette Okler Kristen Koop Kristen Strutz
2 7 11
11 11 11
15 25 33
1994 1993 2000
most shutouts player min. g gaa
1. Esther Thompson 2. Melanie Wilson 3. Melanie Wilson 4. Kristin Arnold Kati Jo Spisak Melanie Wilson Sunny McConnell 7. Esther Thompson 8. Kristin Arnold Kati Jo Spisak Kati Jo Spisak 10. Melanie Wilson
most points player g a pts.
Bryn Blalack Ashlee Pistorius Bryn Blalack Ashlee Pistorius Nicky Thrasher Kristen Koop Kristen Koop Ashlee Pistorius Melissa Garey Nicky Thrasher Linsey Woodard
28 25 23 22 21 21 17 19 19 16 17
13 9 12 12 10 10 13 6 3 8 5
69 59 58 56 52 52 47 44 41 40 39
season
1996 2007 1995 2005 1999 1995 1996 2004 2005 2001 2001
HISTORY
player g a pts.
Bryn Blalack Ashlee Pistorius Bryn Blalack Ashlee Pistorius Nicky Thrasher Kristen Koop Melissa Garey Ashlee Pistorius Bryn Blalack Kristen Koop Linsey Woodard Nicky Thrasher
28 25 23 22 21 21 19 19 17 17 17 17
13 9 12 12 10 10 3 6 3 13 5 5
0.97 0.63 0.95 0.90 0.93 0.71 0.85 1.10 0.86 0.97 0.94 1.42
9.5 9.3 8.5 8 8 8 8 7.5 7 7 7 6.5
2001 1999 1996 2006 2003 1997 1993 2000 2007 2005 2004 1998
player min. SV
G
GAA
season
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 9. 10.
25 27 24 20 30 11 22 14 23 13
1.43 1.02 0.86 1.10 1.42 1.01 0.93 0.63 0.90 0.85
1995 2002 2007 2000 1998 1994 2003 1999 2006 1993
Sunny McConnell Kati Jo Spisak Kristin Arnold Esther Thompson Melanie Wilson Sunny McConnell Kati Jo Spisak Melanie Wilson Kristin Arnold Sunny McConnell
1572 2373 2091 1638 1907 980 2035 2007 1904 1373
112 92 91 87 83 78 77 77 75 69
best goals-against average (min. 900 minutes)
most goals 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 8.
21 14 19 23 22 15 13 20 24 23 24 30
season
most saves
Bryn Blalack
1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
1581 2007 1807 1904 2035 1900 1317 1638 2091 2133 2018 1907
sho
69 59 58 56 52 52 41 44 37 47 39 40
season
1996 2007 1995 2005 1999 1995 2005 2004 1997 1996 2001 2001
player min. SV
G
GAA
season
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
14 15 13 24 23 22 24 19
0.63 0.71 0.85 0.86 0.90 0.93 0.94 0.95
1999 1997 1993 2007 2006 2003 2004 1996
Melanie Wilson Melanie Wilson Sunny McConnell Kristin Arnold Kristin Arnold Kati Jo Spisak Kati Jo Spisak Melanie Wilson
2007 1900 1373 2091 1904 2035 2018 1807
77 65 69 91 75 77 57 64
most assists player g a pts.
1. 3. 6.
Bryn Blalack Kristen Koop Ashlee Pistorius Bryn Blalack Kim Duda Laura Probst Alison Peters Diana Rowe Nicole Shook
122
28 17 21 23 2 6 10 9 10
13 13 12 12 12 11 11 11 11
69 47 56 58 16 23 31 29 31
season
1996 1996 2005 1995 1993 2005 1997 1996 1995
Melanie Wilson SUNNY M c CONNELL
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most points
most assists
player
years gp / gs
shots g gwg a pts.
player
years gp / gs
1. Ashlee Pistorius
2004-07
95 / 92
375
81
26
32
2. Bryn Blalack
1994-97
84 / 80
385
79
27
34
3. Kristen Koop
1993-96
83 / 68
200
55
9
4. Nicky Thrasher
1997-01
89 / 82
391
57
5. Kristen Strutz
2000-03
93 / 93
205
6. Yvette Okler
1993-96
82 / 78
Heather Ragsdale
1999-02
8. Alison Peters
1997-00
9. Linsey Woodard 10. Emma Smith
194
1. Kristen Koop
1993-96
83 / 68
200
55
9
39
149
192
2. Kristen Strutz
2000-03
93 / 93
205
34
9
36
104
39
149
Yvette Okler
1993-96
82 / 78
156
32
12
36
100
17
26
140
4. Bryn Blalack
1994-97
84 / 80
385
79
27
34
192
34
9
36
104
5. Laura Probst
2002-05
96 / 74
138
14
4
33
61
156
32
12
36
100
6. Ashlee Pistorius
2004-07
95 / 92
375
81
26
32
194
92 / 72
213
37
11
26
100
7. Kimery Duda
1993-96
83 / 62
74
4
2
27
35
90 / 63
98
28
9
24
80
8. Heather Ragsdale
1999-02
92 / 72
213
37
11
26
100
2001-02
47 / 47
172
31
7
11
73
Nicky Thrasher
1997-01
89 / 82
391
57
17
26
140
2001-04
87 / 44
164
28
8
16
72
10. Andrea Starns
1999-02
96 / 55
148
15
6
25
55
most goals
shots g gwg a pts.
most shots
player
years gp / gs
shots g gwg a pts.
player
1. Ashlee Pistorius 2. Bryn Blalack
2004-07 1994-97
95 / 92 84 / 80
375 385
81 79
26 27
32 34
years gp / gs
194 192
1. Nicky Thrasher
1997-01
89 / 82
3. Nicky Thrasher
1997-01
89 / 82
391
57
17
4. Kristen Koop
1993-96
83 / 68
200
55
5. Heather Ragsdale
1999-02
92 / 72
213
37
6. Kristen Strutz
2000-03
93 / 93
205
7. Yvette Okler
1993-96
82 / 78
156
8. Linsey Woodard
2001-02
47 / 47
Melissa Garey
2004-07
10. Emma Smith Alison Peters
shots g gwg a pts.
391
57
17
26
140 .
2. Bryn Blalack
1994-97
84 / 80
385
79
27
34
192
26
140
3. Ashlee Pistorius
2004-07
95 / 91
375
81
26
32
194
9
39
149
4. Melissa Garey
2004-07
91 / 51
234
39
9
13
91
11
26
100
5. Heather Ragsdale
1999-02
92 / 72
213
37
11
26
100
34
9
36
104
6. Kristen Strutz
2000-03
93 / 93
205
34
9
36
104
32
12
36
100
7. Kristen Koop
1993-96
83 / 68
200
55
9
39
149
172
31
7
11
73
8. Amy Berend
2004-07
96 / 94
183
11
3
16
38
91 / 51
234
39
9
13
91
9. Linsey Woodard
2001-02
47 / 47
172
31
7
11
73
2001-04
87 / 44
164
28
8
16
72
10. Emma Smith
2001-04
87 / 44
164
28
8
16
72
1997-00
90 / 63
98
28
9
24
80
most minutes in goal years gp / gs min.
sv g gaa
shO
Kati Jo Spisak
2002-05
96 / 96
8,559
291
92
0.97
24.0
record
69-21-6
Melanie Wilson
1996-99
88 / 87
7,621
289
78
0.92
32.3
66-19-1
Kristin Arnold
2006-
47 / 47
3,996
166
39
0.88
15.0
33-9-3
Sunny McConnell
1993-96
54 / 51
3,935
259
49
1.12
15.5
42-10-2
Esther Thompson
2000-01
44 / 38
3,219
141
37
1.03
17.0
24-5-1
player
years gp / gs min.
sv g gaa
sho
record
Kati Jo Spisak
2002-05
96 / 96
8,559
291
92
0.97
24.0
69-21-6
Melanie Wilson
1996-99
88 / 87
7,621
289
78
0.92
32.3
66-19-1
Sunny McConnell
1993-96
54 / 51
3,935
259
49
1.12
15.5
42-10-2
Kristin Arnold
2006-
47 / 47
3,996
166
39
0.88
15.0
33-9-3
Esther Thompson
2000-01
44 / 38
3,219
141
37
1.03
17.0
24-5-1
player
years gp / gs min.
sv g gaa
sho
record
Melanie Wilson
1996-99
88 / 87
7,621
289
78
0.92
32.3
66-19-1
Kati Jo Spisak
2002-05
96 / 96
8,559
291
92
0.97
24.0
69-21-6
Esther Thompson
2000-01
44 / 38
3,219
141
37
1.03
17.0
24-5-1
Sunny McConnell
1993-96
54 / 51
3,935
259
49
1.12
15.5
42-10-2
Kristin Arnold
2006-
47 / 47
3,996
166
39
0.88
15.0
33-9-3
record
most saves
most shutouts
best goals against average (min. 1,000 minutes)
Bryn Blalack
player YEARS gp / gs min.
sv g gaa
sho
Kristin Arnold
2006-
47 / 47
3,996
166
39
0.88
15.0
33-9-3
Melanie Wilson
1996-99
88 / 87
7,621
289
78
0.92
32.3
66-19-1
Kati Jo Spisak
2002-05
96 / 96
8,559
291
92
0.97
24.0
69-21-6
Rebecca Stewart
1995-98
20 /
1,144
45
13
1.02
9.0
22-1-0
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player
most goals opponent date
1. 2. 5. 7.
Oral Roberts Texas State Sam Houston State S.F. Austin Sam Houston State Texas North Texas Texas Tech Northwestern State Texas Tech vs. Tulane vs. Arkansas
10 / 02 / 93 1 1 / 1 2 / 04 09 / 28 / 04 10 / 22 / 95 09 / 20 / 06 10 / 31 / 93 10 / 29 / 04 10 / 10 / 03 1 1 / 15 / 02 10 / 1 1 / 96 09 / 01 / 96 09 / 04 / 95
most assists G
1 1-0 10-0 10-0 10-0 9-0 9-0 8-2 8-0 8-0 8-2 8-0 8-3
opponent date
1. 3. 4. 8.
1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 8.
most fouls opponent date
HISTORY
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 10.
vs. Arkansas vs. Duke TCU Baylor Texas vs. North Carolina at Michigan at Texas San Diego vs. SMU at Alabama at Vanderbilt vs. Centenary at SMU at TCU vs. Nebraska
09 / 06 / 93 10 / 1 8 / 96 09 / 1 8 / 95 1 1 / 09 / 96 10 / 22 / 96 10 / 20 / 96 09 / 04 / 05 1 1 / 02 / 01 1 1 / 1 7 / 96 1 1 / 08 / 01 09 / 08 / 96 10 / 01 / 95 09 / 03 / 94 10 / 20 / 93 09 / 1 8 / 93 09 / 14 / 97
most saves
opponent date a
Sam Houston State 09 / 20 / 06 Texas State 1 1 / 1 2 / 04 North Texas 10 / 29 / 04 Oral Roberts 10 / 02 / 93 Houston 10 / 31 / 99 at Tulsa 09 / 1 1 / 96 Tulane 09 / 01 / 96 S.F. Austin 10 / 22 / 95 1 2 times
10 10 10 9 8 8 8 8 7
most shots f
40 28 26 25 24 23 22 22 22 21 21 21 21 21 21 21
opponent date
1. 3. 5. 7. 9.
Hardin-Simmons Oral Roberts Sam Houston State Northwestern St. Sam Houston State at Texas Grambling State at Northern Illinois Texas- San Anotnio Northwestern State
10 / 1 7 / 93 10 / 02 / 93 09 / 20 / 06 1 1 / 1 1 / 05 09 / 28 / 04 09 / 09 / 93 11 / 10 / 06 10 / 09 / 93 08 / 27 / 06 1 1 / 15 / 02
saves
10 / 02 / 94 10 / 03 / 93 1 1 / 19 / 05 09 / 28 / 07 10 / 13 / 95 10 / 15 / 94 10 / 1 8 / 96 10 / 30 / 94 10 / 01 / 00 09 / 1 7 / 00 10 / 27 / 95 09 / 22 / 95
1 8 1 7 14 13 13 13 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
most corners s
49 49 45 42 40 40 39 39 38 38
most points
vs. N.C. State Central Florida at Penn State at Missorui vs. Maryland vs. Army vs. Duke vs. Arkansas at Baylor vs. Penn State at Florida at Massachusetts
opponent date ck
1. 4. 7. 9.
most assists
Sam Houston State Grambling State at Texas Tech Texas- San Anotnio Sam Houston State Wisconsin Colorado Oral Roberts Oklahoma Iowa State vs. Texas vs. Army Hardin-Simmons
09 / 20 / 06 11 / 10 / 06 10 / 10 / 97 08 / 27 / 06 09 / 28 / 04 10 / 24 / 97 10 / 26 / 03 10 / 02 / 93 09 / 29 / 06 09 / 27 / 02 10 / 26 / 00 10 / 15 / 94 10 / 1 7 / 93
18 18 1 8 17 1 7 1 7 16 16 15 14 14 14 14
most shutouts
year gms g a pts.
record
year gms g a pts.
record
year min.
sho
record
1996
257
19 - 4 - 0
1996
23
257
19 - 4 - 0 18 - 6 - 0
2006 1996 2007 2003 2001 2004 2002 2000
2219 2160 2219 2089 2035 2160 2437 2234
83 71 98 83 69 64 94 120
24 23 24 21 25 24 27 33
0.85 0.96 0.85 0.90 1.11 0.96 1.00 1.33
12 11 10 10 10 9 9 9
17 - 6 - 1 19 - 4 - 0 18 - 4 - 2 13 - 6 - 3 16 - 4 - 0 18 - 6 - 0 20 - 5 - 1 18 - 7 - 0
1999
2103
188
17
0.73
9
17 - 5 - 1
23
84
89
84
89
1995
24
80
77
237
18 - 6 - 0
1995
24
80
77
237
2005
24
72
70
214
18 - 4 - 2
2005
24
72
70
214
18 - 4 - 2
2006
24
72
67
211
17 - 6 - 1
2002
26
70
68
208
20 - 5 - 1
2004
24
72
67
211
18 - 6 - 0
2006
24
72
67
211
17 - 6 - 1
2004
24
72
67
211
18 - 6 - 0
most goals record
year min.
1996
257
19 - 4 - 0
1999
2103
188
17
23
84
89
best gA average
most saves
year gms g a pts.
sv g gaa
sho
record
year min.
0.73
9
17 - 5 - 1
1999
2103
188
17
0.73
sv g gaa
sv g gaa
sho
record
9
17 - 5 - 1
1995
24
80
77
237
18 - 6 - 0
1995
2250
143
32
1.28
9
18 - 6 - 0
1997
2023
72
17
0.76
8
18 - 3 - 0
1993
19
73
62
208
15 - 3 - 1
1994
1764
134
19
0.97
7
15 - 2 - 2
2007
2219
98
24
0.85
10
18 - 4 - 2
2005
24
72
70
214
18 - 4 - 2
2000
2234
120
33
1.33
9
18 - 7 - 0
2006
2219
83
24
0.85
12
17 - 6 - 1
2006
24
72
67
211
17 - 6 - 1
2007
2219
98
21
0.85
10
18 - 4 - 2
1993
1785
81
13
0.85
8
15 - 3 - 1
2004
24
72
67
211
18 - 6 - 0
2002
2437
94
27
1.00
9
20 - 5 - 1
2003
2089
83
21
0.90
10
13 - 6 - 3
2004
2160
64
24
0.96
9
18 - 6 - 0
1996
2160
71
23
0.96
11
19 - 4 - 0
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JAMIE CSIZMADIA
team
individual
consecutive home wins
time elapsed between goals
wins date from date to
player time
Bryn Blalack............... 00:30......... Stanford............ 09 / 02 / 97 Nicky Thrasher.......... 00:46......... Kansas.............. 10 / 19 / 01 Kristen Strutz............. 00:57......... NW State.......... 11 / 15 / 02
24................................10 / 26 / 01....................... 10 / 17 / 03 21................................09 / 20 / 06.......................1 1 / 15 / 07 17................................09 / 29 / 95....................... 11 / 17 / 96 16................................10 / 02 / 93....................... 09 / 15 / 95
consecutive road wins wins date from date to
9................................10 / 19 / 01....................... 11 / 23 / 01 7................................10 / 09 / 94....................... 09 / 10 / 95 6................................09 / 05 / 04....................... 10 / 24 / 04 6................................09 / 09 / 93....................... 10 / 10 / 93
opponent date
opponent indIVIDUAL goals scored 3.....Tiffany Weimer............. Penn State............... 11 / 19 / 05 Courtney Linex............. SMU......................... 10 / 25 / 95 Michele Brach............... Det.-Mercy............... 10 / 10 / 93
points
consecutive games with a goal PLAYER g date from date to
7.....Tiffany Weimer............. Penn State............... 11 / 19 / 05
Linsey Woodard..............7............9 / 15 / 02....... 10 / 06 / 02 Bryn Blalack....................7............9 / 15 / 95....... 10 / 07 / 95 Linsey Woodard..............6............9 / 07 / 01....... 10 / 30 / 01 Jamie Csizmadia............6............9 / 15 / 94....... 10 / 07 / 94
8.....Danielle Garrett............ SMU......................... 11 / 18 / 95 S. Sanders.................... N.C. State................ 10 / 02 / 94
shots on goal
assists
consecutive shutout minutes consecutive conference wins wins date from date to
14................................10 / 04 / 96....................... 10 / 12 / 97
No. date from date to
21................................10 / 19 / 01....................... 10 / 17 / 03 14................................10 / 04 / 96....................... 11 / 01 / 02
MIN. date from date to
3.....Jennifer Nobis.............. Mizzou..................... 10 / 19 / 03
E. Thompson............. 480:45......10 / 28 / 01....... 11 / 18 / 01 K.J. Spisak................. 410:23......09 / 19 / 04....... 10 / 03 / 04
saves 30.....B. Brandenburg............ Har.-Sim................... 10 / 17 / 93
time elapsed until first goal player time
opponent date
Nicky Thrasher...........00:11......... Oklahoma St..... 10 / 28 / 01 Tina Robinson........... 00:34......... Tulsa................... 9 / 16 / 94 Alison Peters............. 00:50......... Texas................ 10 / 02 / 97
opponent team goals scored 7.....by Nebraska.................................................. 11 / 15 / 98
consecutive winning records 1993-2007
points
(All 15 seasons of NCAA Division I soccer)
19 ....by Nebraska...................................................11 / 15 / 98
most impROved wIn-loss record
shots on goal 27.....by SMU...........................................................10 / 20 / 93
(by percentage) YEAR
W-L-T (PCT.) YEAR
W-L-T (PCT.)
1998............... 14-8-0 (.636)............. 1999............17-5-1 (.760)
consecutive shutout games wins date from date to
4................................10 / 06 / 06....................... 10 / 20 / 06 4................................09 / 24 / 04....................... 10 / 01 / 04 3................................09 / 09 / 05....................... 09 / 18 / 05 3................................10 / 10 / 03....................... 10 / 17 / 03 3................................09 / 15 / 02....................... 09 / 22 / 02 3................................09 / 12 / 97....................... 09 / 19 / 97 3................................10 / 22 / 96....................... 11 / 03 / 96 3................................10 / 04 / 96....................... 10 / 07 / 96 3................................10 / 08 / 95....................... 10 / 13 / 95
season records Wins ................................................20..............................2002 Losses ...............................................8............................. 1998 Home Wins . ....................................12.......................2002, ‘06 Road Wins . .......................................9................... 1995, 2001 Consecutive Wins . ..........................10 ............1994, 95 , 2007 Consecutive Home Wins ................. 11............................. 2007 Consecutive Road Wins ....................8 .............................1996 Goals Scored . .................................84 .............................1996 Most Goals Allowed..........................33 .............................2000 Fewest Goals Allowed......................17 .................1993, 97 ,99 Consecutive Shutouts.........................4....................2004, 2006 Most Penalty Kicks.............................5..................1993, 94, 95
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assists 8.....by Missouri.....................................................10 / 19 / 03
saves 30 ....by Hardin-Simmons........................................10 / 17 / 93
corner kicks 13 ....by Nebraska...................................................09 / 08 / 00
penalty kicks 1.....by eleven teams
fouls 30.....by Alabama.......................................................9 / 08 / 96
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PLAYER
Texas A & M — individual Goals Scored
4 3
Ashlee Pistorius...................vs. Baylor..........................11 / 02 / 07 Ashlee Pistorius...................vs. Baylor..........................10 / 28 / 05 Ashlee Pistorius...................vs. Iowa State ..................10 / 20 / 06 Ashlee Pistorius...................vs. SMU ...........................11 / 13 / 05 Kat Krambeer......................vs. Nebraska.....................10 / 09 / 05 Ashlee Pistorius...................vs. Army ...........................09 / 12 / 04 Nicky Thrasher.....................vs. Ok. State......................10 / 28 / 01 Heather Ragsdale................vs. Houston.......................10 / 31 / 99 Alison Peters.......................vs. New Mexico............. 09 / 07 / 98 Bryn Blalack . ......................vs. Texas...........................10 / 22 / 96 vs. Missouri.......................09 / 15 / 96 vs. Kansas.........................09 / 12 / 96 Nicole Shook ......................vs. S.F. Austin....................10 / 22 / 95 Bryn Blalack . ......................vs. New Mexico.................10 / 07 / 95
Points 9
Nicole Shook ......................vs. S.F. Austin....................10 / 22 / 95 (3G, 3A)
Shots On Goal
12
Bryn Blalack . ......................vs. Oklahoma....................08 / 30 / 97
Assists 4 3
Kat Krambeer......................vs. Texas- San Antonio......08 / 27 / 06 Allison Martino.....................vs. Oklahoma State...........09 / 27 / 06 Cameron Chorn...................vs. Oklahoma....................08 / 21 / 99 Yvette Okler ........................vs. SMU.............................09 / 18 / 96 Bryn Blalack . ......................vs. Missouri.......................09 / 15 / 96 Kristen Koop .......................vs. Kansas.........................09 / 13 / 96 Nicole Shook ......................vs. S.F. Austin....................10 / 22 / 95 Yvette Okler ........................vs. N. Illinois......................10 / 23 / 94
Saves
Kristin Arnold.......................vs. Penn State...................09 / 03 / 06
10
Texas A & M — team Goals Scored
HISTORY
Points
10 10
vs. Stephen F. Austin.....................................................10 / 22 / 95 vs. Sam Houston...........................................................10 / 28 / 04
opponents — individual Goals Scored
2
Kori Saunders......................Nebraska...........................10 / 14 / 01 Rachel Weber......................Santa Clara.......................10 / 18 / 98 Meghan Suddes..................San Diego.........................11 / 17 / 96 Michele Kennedy.................San Diego.........................11 / 17 / 96 Ashley Kirkland....................Alabama............................09 / 15 / 95 Kim Engelbert......................Marquette..........................09 / 03 / 95
Points 5
Marilyn Marin.......................North Texas.......................09 / 15 / 00 Michele Kennedy.................San Diego.........................11 / 17 / 96 Ashley Kirkland....................Alabama............................09 / 15 / 95 Kim Engelbert......................Marquette..........................09 / 03 / 95
Shots On Goal 6
Danielle Garrett...................SMU..................................11 / 02 / 94 Ashley Kirkland....................Texas.................................09 / 25 / 94
Assists
3
Amy Wegstaff......................San Diego.........................11 / 17 / 96
18
Stacy Sipotz.........................Marquette..........................09 / 03 / 95
Saves
opponents — team Goals Scored
5
by San Diego.................................................................11 / 17 / 96
Points
15
by San Diego (5G,5A)...................................................11 / 17 / 96
Shots On Goal
17 17
by Duke.........................................................................11 / 16 / 03 by SMU..........................................................................11 / 02 / 94
Assists 4
by Missouri....................................................................10 / 25 / 02 by Nebraska..................................................................10 / 14 / 01 by Vanderbilt..................................................................10 / 01 / 95 by SMU..........................................................................11 / 02 / 94
Saves
18
by Marquette..................................................................09 / 03 / 95
Corner Kicks
10
by Missouri....................................................................10 / 25 / 02
28 28 28
vs. Sam Houston (9 G, 10 A).........................................09 / 20 / 06 vs. Sam Houston (10 G, 8 A).........................................10 / 28 / 04 vs. Stephen F. Austin (10G, 8A)....................................10 / 22 / 95
Penalty Kicks 1
by TCU...........................................................................09 / 18 / 95 by Nebraska..................................................................10 / 01 / 99
Shots On Goal
40
vs. Sam Houston...........................................................10 / 28 / 04
Fouls
by Marquette..................................................................09 / 03 / 95
Assists
10
vs. Sam Houston ...................................................... 09 / 20 / 06
Saves
10 10 10
vs. Duke....................................................................... 11 / 16 / 03 vs. North Carolina..........................................................08 / 27 / 00 vs. Texas Tech...............................................................10 / 11 / 98
18 18
vs. Grambling State.......................................................11 / 10 / 06 vs. Sam Houston...........................................................09 / 20 / 06
Corner Kicks
Penalty Kicks
1
27
aggie soccer STADIUM firsts goal
vs. 12 teams
Sept. 13, 1994 Allison Buckley off a corner kick vs. Mercer, 5:00
Fouls
26
vs. TCU..........................................................................09 / 18 / 95
Largest Margin of Victory
10 10
vs. Stephen F. Austin.....................................................10 / 22 / 95 vs. Sam Houston...........................................................10 / 28 / 04
match Sept. 13, 1994 4-1 win vs. Mercer
big 12 match Sept. 13, 1996
opponent goal Sept. 13, 1994 Alane Crabtree (Mercer) from six yards left of goal, 57:28
7-1 win vs. Kansas
win
shutout Sept. 16, 1994
tourney win Oct. 21-23, 1994 Post Oak Mall Soccer Classic Recorded wins over TCU, 2-1 and Northern Illinois, 3-0
tourney MVP Oct. 21-23, 1994
1-0 vs. Tulsa
Bryn Blalack (offense)
loss
opponent shutout
Kristi Dillinger (defense)
Sept. 15, 1995
Nov. 16, 1997
1-3 vs. Alabama
0-1 vs. SMU
Post Oak Mall Soccer Classic
Sept. 13, 1994 4-1 vs. Mercer
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exas A&M is known internationally for excel-
lence in academics and athletics, as well as the tremendous Aggie spirit and proud traditions that create a learning and living experience unlike any other. From world-class research, residential and recreational facilities to a broad range of academic and extracurricular programs, Texas A&M offers myriad opportunities for intellectual and personal development in an environment that fosters achievement at the highest level.
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And, rich traditions – from “Howdy,” the official campus greeting, to events and commemorations such as The Big Event, Yell Practice and Aggie Muster – create a bond that unites Aggies across the generations.
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E s tab l i s he d in 1876
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ince its Oct. 4, 1876 opening as the state’s first public institute of higher learning, the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, now known as Texas A&M University, has grown into a leader in teaching, research and service, with an international reputation for excellence in academics and athletics. Located in the heart of Texas, less than 160 miles from four of the nation’s 20 largest cities (Houston, San Antonio, Dallas and Austin) and home to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, Texas A&M is a popular and convenient destination for visitors from throughout the state.
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nrollment: Texas A&M is the nation’s sixth-largest university (46,542 students in fall 2007). Students represent every state and 133 other nations. 3,483 (55 percent) of the first-time-in-college students enrolled in fall 2007 graduated in the top 10 percent of their high school class. The average SAT for freshmen is 1208 (national average is 1017). The university received a record 21,000+ applications and a record 8,085 entering freshmen for fall 2007. Fall 2008 freshman enrollment is also expected to top 8,000. It enrolls more than 4,100 international students from 128 countries (ranked 13th) and sends more than 1,200 students on Study Abroad programs each year.
O National Merit Scholars: Texas A&M is ranked No. 10 in the nation in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars and had the second-largest increase among all schools according to the 2007 National Merit Scholarship Corp. annual report.
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exas A&M is a worldwide leader a wide array of international programs, partnerships and exchanges. Faculty and research staff have participated in more than 300 research projects in more than 50 countries and on all seven continents in recent years; the university enjoys formal cooperative agreements with about 100 institutions in more than 40 nations in Europe, Asia and throughout the Americas. As of the April 2008, Texas A&M enrolled approximately 4,100 international students from 128 countries (ranked 13th) and sends more than 1,200 students on Study Abroad programs each year. Texas A&M University at Qatar was established in 2003 in Education City, a 2,400-acre campus that also houses branch campuses of Virginia Commonwealth University, Weill Cornell Medical College, Carnegie Mellon University and Georgetown University in the city of Doha. A comprehensive Study Abroad program offers students a range of opportunities to study overseas-independently, as part of faculty-led excursions, through student exchanges or at Texas A&M centers such as The Santa Chiara Study Center in Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy; The James Earl Rudder Scholar Program in Caen, Normandy, France; and The Texas A&M University Center in Mexico City, Mexico.
O Value of Research: With nearly $570 million invested in research, Texas A&M ranks among the top 20 research universities nationwide. Texas A&M has been identified by Business Week magazine as one of the top 12 academically elite schools in the amount of research received from industry.
O Endowment: Texas A&M’s endowment (including some parts of The Texas A&M University System) for FY 2007 was valued at about $6.5 billion, ranking 10th nationally and fourth among public universities.
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interest: • Among 62 invited members of the prestigious American Association of Universities. • One of a select few institution to hold triple federal designation: Land Grant, Sea Grant and Space Grant. • U.S. News & World Report has ranked Texas A&M among the best public universities in the country in recent years—21st overall in 2007—and eighth among graduate schools. Sixteen graduate specialties are in the top 20 among public universities in the United States, and agriculture is ranked first. • Texas A&M tied for ninth place among public institutions in a new Forbes Magazine survey that ranks earnings of alumni from around the country with 10 to 20 years of experience. Texas A&M was the only Texas institution ranked among the top 10 public schools in a list dominated by University of California schools. • Princeton Review, a college guidebook for prospective students, listed Texas A&M as one of the country’s “top 10 best value public colleges” in 2007.
• Kiplinger’s ranked Texas A&M first in Texas and the Southwest among its best values in public colleges in 2006. • The Washington Monthly ranked Texas A&M seventh in the nation last year in its inaugural guide for prospective students. • Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education ranked Texas A&M 25th in the country in 2006 in the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded to Hispanic students. The university ranked first in agriculture, fourth in biological and biomedical sciences, fourth in engineering and seventh in interdisciplinary studies. • Established a chapter of the academic honors society Phi Beta Kappa in spring 2004. • The Memorial Student Center is the nation’s largest student-union program. The university has more than 700 university-recognized clubs and organizations to satisfy a myriad of social, personal-development and recreational interests. • The university’s 5,200-acre physical plant, one of the largest in the nation, is valued at more than $1 billion. • Texas A&M University at Galveston, the state’s marine and maritime branch campus, has been in operation since 1962 and enrolls about 1,700 students in undergraduate and graduate degrees in science, engineering, business and transportation.
more officers into the U.S. military than any school other than the academies. Approximately 200 students participate in a separate corps at the Galveston campus, producing more Merchant Marine and U.S. Coast Guard officers than any institution except those academies. The student body continues to become more diverse. While total enrollment has grown by about 15 percent since 1988, minority enrollment has increased at an even faster pace. Women now represent approximately 48 percent of all students. More than 25 percent of the incoming freshman classes in recent years have been firstgeneration college students. More than 10,000 students have the opportunity to live on campus, placing Texas A&M among the top five universities in the nation in its capability for housing students.
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exas A&M has more than 2,600 faculty and is in the final year of a five-year effort— unprecedented in all of American higher education—to add nearly 450 new faculty members. The student-to-faculty ratio is less than 20:1. Included on the faculty are Nobel laureate, Dr. Norman Borlaug (1970 Peace Prize); National Medal of Science winner Dr. George F. Bass (Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Archaeology, 2001); a Pulitzer Prize Winner (Dr. Douglas Starr, Professor of Journalism); 21 members of the National
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exas A&M is as committed to developing students’ character as well as their intellect, through a wide array of extracurricular activities collectively referred to as “The Other Education.” More than 75 percent of Texas A&M students belong to at least one of the 700-plus recognized student organizations, the nation’s largest student-union program. Membership in these organizations and participation in their activities help build important teamwork and leadership skills, while encouraging students to give of themselves in service to others. With about 1,800 members, Texas A&M’s Corps of Cadets is the largest uniformed student body apart from the national service academies. Although membership carries no military obligation, the Corps is responsible for commissioning
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hrough its 10 colleges, Texas A&M offers undergraduate degrees in more than 150 fields of study, plus concentrations within majors (such as engineering geology within geology), almost 250 master’s and doctoral degrees, and one professional degree, the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. A new University Studies degree program, available in fall 2007, gives students greater flexibility to tailor their degrees while still meeting all core curriculum standards. Through the summer of 2007, Texas A&M had awarded more than 330,000 academic degrees, including more than 70,000 graduate and professional degrees. More than half of the advanced degrees have been awarded in the past 15 years.
Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Science (6), and many others who have received such high honors as the Wolf Prize, MacArthur Foundation “genius” Grants and the Welch Foundation Prize.
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exas A&M’s faculty conduct nearly $570 million in research each year. Researchers at Texas A&M and affiliated A&M System agencies disclosed 141 inventions and filed 106 patent applications in FY 2007. In 2004, Texas A&M was selected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as the lead institution for the National Center for Foreign Animal and Zoonotic Disease Defense, a multi-institutional, interdisciplinary research facility that aims to enhance the security of our nation’s food and agricultural systems. The center is part of Texas A&M’s Integrative Center for Homeland Security, which was established in May 2002. Since 2003, Texas A&M has served as a major participant in the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP), a large-scale, multinational earth science research project for which Texas
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A&M also serves as the operator of one of three scientific drilling ships. At $450 million over 10 years, IODP represents the largest research contract in Texas A&M’s 128-year history. Texas A&M previously served as science operator for the Ocean Drilling Program, IODP’s predecessor, which ended in 2003 after 20 years. The 350-acre Texas A&M University Research Park opened in 1982. Tenants include the local headquarters of the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program, the headquarters and model basin for the Offshore Technology Research Center funded by the National Science Foundation, the Reta and Bill Haynes Coastal Engineering Laboratory and Centeq Research Plaza. The oilfield services company Schlumberger and HewlettPackard also have offices on site. Texas A&M Libraries are ranked first in scholarly publishing among U.S. academic libraries.
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s the scientific core of Texas A&M, the College of Science has a three-part mission: educating new generations of scientists, conducting cutting-edge research to produce tomorrow’s technologies and providing the required mathematics, statistics and science foundation for all Texas A&M students. The college boasts world-renowned distinguished faculty, including three National Academy of Sciences members and a Nobel laureate. Two of the college’s five departments are ranked nationally at or near the top 10. The college’s Cyclotron Institute operates one of the world’s only K500 superconducting cyclotrons.
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he College of Geosciences is home to one of the most comprehensive concentrations of geosciences students, faculty and research scientists in the country. Our unique blend of disciplines includes atmospheric Sciences, geography, geology & geophysics, and oceanography. The College is also home to three major research centers – the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program, the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group, and the Texas Sea Grant College Program – making Geosciences the largest college research program in the Texas A&M system. In addition to the degree programs in our four academic departments, we also offer interdisciplinary degrees in Environmental Studies, Environmental Geosciences and Spatial Science, and a master of Geoscience degree. With a total of approximately 755 students and about 110 faculty, the College offers an educational atmosphere characterized by smaller classes with tenured or tenure-track faculty, interactive learning, research opportunities in the laboratory and the field, and state-of-the-art facilities.
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he Dwight Look College of Engineering graduates about 2,000 engineers a year, third highest in the nation. Its program consistently ranks in the top 10 public engineering programs and its students are the some of most highly recruited engineers in the United States. To learn more about the fascinating and rewarding field of engineering, visit http://thinkbig.tamu.edu
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re you looking for a career that provides the opportunity to help others? If so, then there is a home for you in the College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University. Besides offering one of the best teacher education programs in the nation and being the leading producer of school teachers in high need areas, the college offers opportunities in human resource development, sport management, community health, technology management and exercise physiology. The 2009 U.S. News and World Report ranked its graduate school as 40th in the nation, and three new master’s degrees are offered in special education and Hispanic bilingual education. The college incorporates new technologies into all its programs and offers online and distance experiences at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. For more information about the college, visit www.cehd. tamu.edu.
he Bush School of Government and Public Service Administration was named after George Bush, 41st President of the United States, who once said “Public service is a noble calling.” Ranked 23nd among public universities for public affairs programs, the school educates principled leaders in public service and international affairs, conducts research, and performs service. The Master of Public Service and Administration and the Master’s Program of International Affairs are the two academic cornerstones of the college, with 195 graduate students enrolled. The school also offers online or in residence graduate certificate programs in Nonprofit Management, Advanced International Affairs, and Homeland Security. Distinguished, multidisciplinary faculty members are national and international leaders in their fields, and the college is home to the Institute for Science, Technology & Public Policy and the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs. To learn more, visit us online at http://bush.tamu.edu.
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mental management, biotechnology, veterinary and human medicine, and nutrition and food science. The College’s faculty members are internationally respected for their innovative improvements in production technology, natural resource management, genetics, human health, and disease prevention and for enhancing the quality of life in both rural and urban communities. They also place a high priority on teaching and working with students. For more information, visit coals.tamu.edu.
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he College of Architecture is one of the largest of its kind in the United States. It offers a comprehensive catalog of prominently ranked graduate and undergraduate programs in the design, visualization, planning, construction, and land development professions. The three departments in the college – architecture, construction science, and landscape architecture and urban planning – are each fully accredited at the highest possible level and together offer 12 degree programs including doctorates in architecture and urban and regional sciences. Additionally the college sustains six formally organized research centers and laboratories dedicated to improving the knowledge base of the professions it serves and supporting five graduate certificate programs in sustainable urbanism, facility management, health systems and design, historic preservation, and environmental hazard management.
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campus but especially at Texas A & M University. The “Spirit of Aggieland” is unmatched by any other college or university in the United States. Most traditions at Texas A & M are filled with the rich background of its Corps of Cadets, which for many years made up the entire student body at the College Station campus. Texas A & M opened in 1876 as a land grant college. At that point, the student body adopted a military structure, and the traditions of Aggieland took their roots. The school remained essentially the same until 1963 when the first wom-
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en were admitted. But the school still has the Corps of Cadets — only one of a few universities in the country to maintain a strong commitment to military training. Today participation in the Corps is strictly voluntary, but about 2,000 students — men and women — choose to be part of the proud organization that helps personify the “Spirit of Aggieland.”
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The Story OF o f t h e 1 2 th M a n One of the most well-known traditions at Texas A&M is the Twelfth Man...
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he solemn ceremony is the final tribute and honor to an Aggie who has died. The ceremony is held in front of the A cademic Building on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:30 p.m., if a student died during the preceding month. Students gather around the area, the campus lights are dimmed (cars included), chimes play from Albritton Tower, a detachment from the Ross Volunteers fires three volleys and buglers from the Aggie Band play Silver Taps three times. The ceremony is quite moving because the only sense one witnesses it with is sound. The family members of the deceased Aggie are invited as special guests at the ceremony.
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n the night before the game — or two nights before if it is played in Austin — the Corps of Cadets stands at attention to the music of “The Spirit of Aggieland” while the bonfire sends its flames and sparks spiraling into the sky. Bonfire is entirely financed and organized by the Corps of Cadets and traditionally belongs to the freshman class, but the entire student body helps build the world’s largest bonfire. The building and burning of Bonfire, which takes two weeks of nonstop work to complete after months of gathering wood, symbolizes the burning desire to beat t.u. and the undying love Aggies everywhere carry for Texas A &M. Bonfire formerly took place on the intramural field south of Duncan Dining Hall on the southern edge of campus, but moved to the polo fields at the northeast corner of campus in the early ’90s. Bonfire has not burned since the stack collapsed in 1999 and 12 Aggies were killed. The Bonfire will not burn for the foreseeable future. Extensive studies have been conducted concerning the future design and conducting of Bonfire. Replant is a one-day environmental service project which strives to improve the Bryan/College Station community, bring students together through tradition, provide an avenue for environmental service and action, through a yearly tree planting event. The Replant Committee is a group of Fightin’ Texas Aggie students which organizes and puts on the annual environmental service project. The diverse bunch of students comes from varied fields of study, as well as from across the country. While the group does a lot of the behind-thescenes organizational work, it could not succeed without the elbow grease of the dedicated volunteers who attend Replant each year.
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oday yell leaders are selected by a vote of the student body. There are five Yell Leaders (three seniors and two juniors) who are donned in white. These five motivated Aggies use hand signals to indicate what yell will occur next. They tell the “Twelfth Man” what yell is coming, and the students on the bottom row pick up the signal and repeat it, passing it upward until the entire student body knows what is coming. Once the “Twelfth Man” assumes the “humping it” position (bending over with the hands placed just above the knees, properly aligning the back, mouth and throat for maximum volume) the yell b egins.
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on Friday night before a home football game. The Aggie Band starts the parade at the Quadrangle near the Corps dorms and marches to Kyle Field led by the Yell Leaders carrying torches. Then, as many as 20,000 students line the route and fall in behind the band. Yells are then practiced, the Aggie War Hymn and the Spirit of Aggieland are sung, and at “lights out” the after-touchdown kiss is practiced. After an Aggie victory, the Yell Leaders are carried across campus and tossed into the Fish Pond, then a Yell Practice is held. After being “outscored,” students remain in the stands, and Yell Practice is held in preparation for the next game.
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Ac a d e m i c C e n t e r F a cts O 47-station Computer Center with all new Dell Pentium IV desktop computers O 25 Dell laptop computers to check out O access to all of the software available in any open access computer lab on campus O 13 Tutor Rooms for small group tutoring O 10 Tutor Rooms for individual tutoring O five walk-in tutor labs (agriculture, business, science, math/liberal arts, , social sciences, writing) O two study lounges for students to find a quiet, comfortable place to study independently or in small groups O four large classrooms available for Champs 101, supplemental instruction O student-athlete lounge with comfortable chairs, big screen TV. full kitchenl and vending machines nearby
sible decision-making. All new freshman student-athletes are required to complete the course for academic credit within their first year. The CHAMPS 101 course serves to enhance Texas A&M’s commitment to the total development of our student-athletes by addressing the issues and topics to better prepare them academically, athletically, and personally.
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nsuring that our student-athletes are on the correct path to success each athlete is assigned an academic advisor in their academic college and an athletic advisor. The Center for Student-Athlete Services employs 10 full-time Academic Supervisors and 3 Learning Specialists. They are assisted by 40 part-time Learning Assistants, numerous subject tutors, and the front office staff. .Together, the staff monitors the student-athletes’ academic performance to ensure the continued fulfillment of progress toward degree requirements. This process includes academic progress reports during the semester and individualized academic planning for each student. All student-athletes are also required to submit pre-registration forms prior to registering for classes to ensure a class schedule that meets degree requirements and meshes with practice times. Additionally, every student-athlete must meet with his or her academic advisor in the college in which they are enrolled. .E ach student-athlete meets regularly with the athletic supervisor. The meetings help solve problems concerning class work and overall academic performance. The emphasis of the program centers on the idea of a “pro-active” approach rather than a “reactive” approach. Coaches and athletic supervisors try to set the academic tone early and to be as thorough as possible in planning for each student-athlete’s academic success.
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former student body president candidate, is planning to Gardner became only the second swimmer in school attend law school following graduation. history to qualify for the NCAA Championship final in the In the community service award categories, the 50-yard freestyle, breaking one of the most long-standing Community Service MVP went to women’s swimmer and most sought after marks in the A&M swimming record Meghan Nebera (Brentwood, Tenn.). Nebera, books. Gardner led the Aggies to a 13th-place finish, who completed her eligibility in 2007, ranks second in A&M’s 13th top 25 finish in a row, at the NCAA ChampiA&M history in the 200-yard butterfly and is one of only onships in Federal Way, Wash. three Aggies to ever score in the event at the NCAA Soccer player Ashlee Pistorius (Bloomington, Ill.) was named the Championships. female Distinguished Letterman Award Sophomore volleyball winner. Pistorius is the A&M school player Mary Batis (San Antonio) was named record holder for goals in a career the Outstanding Committee and a four-time Big 12 All-Tournament Chair for her work with Aggie selection in addition to being named Athletes Involved and The the 2007 Big 12 Offensive Player of Big Event. Batis has started the Year. She was named the Honda every match and played in Sports Award winner in all but one game during her January 2007, an honor odd is a three-time first-team given to nation’s top Ashlee Pistorius (right) was named the female two-year A&M career. This Distinguished Letterman Award winner at the Academic All-Big 12 pick past season, the outside hitcollegiate soccer player Aggies’ annual CHAMPS Awards Banquet. and received Academic ter from San Antonio earned following a ballot of 1,000 All-America honors as a junior MVP accolades at two of NCAA member schools Bill Erwin Scholarand senior. He played in 28 three tournaments and went on to be named the team’s as part of the Collegiate Women Sports Athletes of the Year career tournaments and tied for co-MVP after leading the team in digs per game and Program. O Jen Moore, volleyball eighth at the 2007 Morris Williams ranking second in kills, points and aces per game. The men’s tennis and women’s golf O Trey Todd, men’s golf Intercollegiate in Austin. His Student Athlete Advisory Committee President, and teams earned the Highest Team GPA Distinguished Letterwinners career-best round was a 67 at the men’s golfer, Matt Van Zandt (Houston) was Award for the spring of 2007 while the O Ashlee Pistorius, soccer 2006 PING/Arizona State honored for his work as well. women’s swimming & diving team won the O Ozzie Gardner, men’s swimming Intercollegiate. Todd has received The Award of Excellence, given to an athletic Highest Team GPA Award for the 2007 fall Prentice Gautt his masters in accounting from supporter within the department, was presented to semester. Other teams earning High Team Scholarship Recipients Texas A&M and has accepted a Associate Athletic Director for Academics Steve GPA Awards (for having a team GPA over O Terry Dike, track and field job with Price Waterhouse in M c Donnell. McDonnell has worked in the position 3.0) were equestrian (Fall 2007), women’s O Jessica Winfield, track and field Dallas. for the Aggies since coming over from a similar role swimming & diving (Spring 2007), and Moore was a three-time at Iowa State in 1999. He also oversaw the transition women’s tennis (Spring 2007). Award of Excellence O Steve McDonnell member of the Academic All-Big of the academic center from Cain Hall to the Bright Track and field athletes 12 Volleyball Team during her Terry Dike (Houston) and Complex in 2003. Cleo Whitlock Award four-year career, and as a senior, Jessica Wingfield (Richardson) The Cleo Whitlock Award, given to an athletic O Rush Hannigan the libero was named to the earned a sweep of the Prentice Gautt Big supporter outside the department, was presented to Community Service MVP ESPN The Magazine Academic Rush Hannigan. Hannigan often shows up for 12 Postgraduate Scholarship Awards. O Meghan Nebera, women’s swimming All-District VI Women’s Volleyball volleyball games before warm-ups start and is often A two-time NCAA All-American in the Second Team by the College the first person in the stands. He attends many A&M javelin, Wingfield placed 10th at the NCAA Outstanding Committee Chair O Mary Batis, volleyball Sports Information Directors sports, shows up early, stays late and was submitted Championship in 2005 and 2007. Her of America. In 2007, the team for the honor by multiple A&M teams for his outcareer best mark of 164 feet ranks No. 7 on Student Athlete Advisory captain played in every game standing spirit. the Texas A&M all-time list. She is a fourCommittee President and ranked second on the squad Athletes honored for being CHAMPS 101 time Texas A&M / Verizon Scholar-Athlete O Matt Van Zandt, men’s golf in digs per game while leading Teaching Assistants were men’s swimmer Award Winner, having earned the 4.0 GPA the Aggies to a 21-10 record. Alejandro Jacobo (León, Gto., Mexico), award three times. An honor student, Moore graduated in May 2008 with softball player Megan Gibson (Spring), track She is also a three-time Big 12 All-Academic Team a degree in communications and will pursue a master’s & field athletes Ashley M c Carty (Sanger) and member and a McFadden Endowed Scholarship Recipidegree in sports management at A&M in the fall. Chad Stoermer (San Antonio), women’s basent. Wingfield has been accepted into medical school at A total of 401 student-athletes and student support ketball player LaToya Gulley (Fayetteville, Ark.) the University of Texas at Houston. staff were honored for posting a grade point average of and women’s swimmer Sally Ranzau (Alpharetta, Dike improved his career best mark in the triple 3.0 or higher during the 2007 calendar year. Of those, 89 Ga.). CHAMPS 101 is a required course for all firstjump to 49-6 in 2008, placing third at the Texas Invitaearned Verizon Outstanding Athletics Scholar Awards for year student-athletes. tional and qualifying for the NCAA Midwest Regional. He posting a 4.0 GPA for one or both semesters. Ms. Gaye Zinn accepted an award posthumously is a Craig C. Brown Senior Engineer semifinalist, a threeMen’s swimmer Ozzie Gardner (Kearns, Utah) for her recently deceased husband Bennie Zinn, time Verizon Scholar-Athlete Award winner, a two-time was named the male Distinguished Letterman Award winwho made significant contributions to the department member of the Big 12 All-Academic Team and recipient of ner. After red-shirting his true senior season due to injury, as a tutor in the Academic Center. the Ernst H. & Eva C. Gras Memorial Endowment. Dike, a
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hen established, it was one of the first programs of its kind in the nation and was recognized by the D-1A Athletic Director’s Asso-
ciation in 2003 with the Program of Excellence Award. The program was created to assist student-athletes with all aspects of their professional development. Only two percent of college athletes will successfully compete at the professional level the other 98 percent will enter the workforce. With this in mind the Athletic Career Services Center prepares them for their transition out of college sports and into the workforce.
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n addition to the above services, Athletic Career Services also offers many unique programs such as “Backpack to Briefcase� the junior and senior seminar preparing studentathletes for graduate school, internships or full-time employment. The Athletic Career Services staff advises studentathletes on career-related issues such as on-campus interviewing, employment trends and job search strategies and also provides workshops, mock interviews, and resume and career planning seminars. Along with the opportunity to attend various employer fairs the Athletic Career Services Center also brings in employers for our very own career fair. Studentathletes are also encouraged to utilize the extensive resources and services offered by the University Career Center.
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he program was created to assist student-athletes with all aspects of their professional development. Only two percent of college athletes will successfully compete at the professional level; the other 98 percent will enter the workforce. With this in mind, the Athletic Career Services Center prepares them for their transition out of college sports and into the workforce. thletic Career Services is introduced during the student-athletes freshman year with the acknowledgement that with their hectic athletic schedules becoming involved with campus organizations is challenging. Therefore during their winter, spring and summer break, internships and part-time positions related to their major are available. This provides the student-athlete with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while also building their resume. Upon graduation our student-athletes are the most prepared and experienced candidates one could hire.
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Texas A & M women’s teams captured a league-leading six Big 12 Conference championship trophies in six different sports, as well as a national championship trophy in equestrian in 2006-07.
top 10 and four amongst the top five. The practically acrossthe-board success experienced by the Aggie women’s teams helped catapult Texas A&M to a school-record 1,031 points in the prestigious 2007 United States Sports Academy Directors’ Cup, presented annually by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA), up from the previous record of 881 set the year before. In addition, A&M finished in 12th place in the Cup standings, the best finish in school history and the second-most points tallied by a school in the Big 12.
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A&M in intercollegiate athletic competition. And whether some Aggie women’s teams date their beginnings to 1973 or if they became a scholarship sport as recently as 1999, Texas A&M women’s athletics has surpassed countless milestones and continues to foster its commendable national reputation both in the competition arena and in the classroom. Most of A&M’s women’s athletic teams date their beginnings as far back as 1973, with the Athletic Department’s Lettermen’s Association formally awarding the first female letterwinners their A&M monograms at the conclusion of the 1975-76 academic year. From those origins, women’s athletics at the once all-male institution has grown significantly. With 13 team national championship titles and numerous conference titles over the last 33 years, A&M
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women’s sports have been or are becoming consistent national contenders in all 11 sponsored sports — basketball, cross country, equestrian, golf, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, indoor and outdoor track and field, and volleyball. In 1993 the university expanded to 10 women’s sponsored sports with the addition of soccer as a scholarship sport, and as a unit the Aggie athletic program ranked among the best in the nation. In 1997 A&M was ranked first in the Big 12 and fifth in the nation in the Gender Equity Report Card, published by the Women’s Sports Foundation. And in 1999, Texas A&M bolstered its commitment to women’s athletics with the addition of NCAA emerging sports archery and equestrian. Although the A&M archery team won six national team titles in six years, the sport did not grow as rapidly as expected at the collegiate level and was downgraded back to a club sport at A&M following the 2004-05 academic year.
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The Texas A&M softball team captured both the 2008 Big 12 regular season and tournament titles while earning its second consecutive berth into the Women's College World Series and reaching the championship series for the first time since 1987.
silver-medal effort in the 4 x 400, along with a bronze-medal finish from freshman Jessica Beard in the 400 led to a program best seventh-place team finish at the NCAA Indoor Championships.
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No. 13 in the nation in 2007. The Aggies won the Big 12 regular season title and made their 13th consecutive trip to the NCAA Tournament. A&M, which has captured a total of 10 Big 12 regular season and tournament championships since the league formed in 1996, has hosted NCAA first-and second-round matches each of the past 13 years, and in 2005 and 2007 A&M had the prestigious privilege of hosting the Women’s College Cup. The Aggies will also serve as hosts of the national championship in 2009.
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The A&M hunter seat riders led the Aggies to their second consecutive second-place finish at the Varsity Equestrian National Championships.
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ndividually, Aggie athletes have been recognized not only at the conference, regional and national levels, but at the international level as well. In 2008, former Aggie volleyball standout Stacy Sykora became the first A&M athlete to be named to three straight United States Olympic Teams. Jennifer McFalls represented A&M at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, as a member of the USA Softball team. An alternate on the 1996 Olympic team, McFalls scored the winning run in extra innings of the championship game in Sydney to secure the gold medal for the USA. Aggie trackster Anjanette Kirkland was the 2001 world champion in both the indoor 60-meter hurdles and the outdoor 100-meter hurdles. The Aggie women’s basketball team has had four players picked in the WNBA Draft in the past eight years, including two in 2008. Aggie
Jaynetta Saunders was the first A&M woman drafted, in 2001 by the Cleveland Rockers. In 2004, Toccara Williams, one of three players in NCAA history to record more than 1,000 points, 500 rebounds, 700 assists and 450 steals, was a third round pick by the San Antonio Silver Stars. This past season, Morenike Atunrase was drafted by the Atlanta Dream in the second round of the 2008 WNBA Draft (and traded to San Antonio shortly thereafter) while point guard A’Quonesia Franklin was selected in the third round by the Sacramento Monarchs. The A&M women’s swimming team placed four athletes into the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Christine Marshall became A&M’s first U.S. Olympian in swimming while Canadian Julia Wilkinson swam in more Olympic races than any athlete in Canadian history. Triin Aljand and Alia Atkinson both competed in their second straight Olympic Games as well.
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hile Aggie athletes have distinguished themselves as athletic and academic All-Americans and all-conference performers and have gone on to compete at the international level as well as the professional level, the Aggie coaching staff also has brought notoriety to the women's athletic program at Texas A&M. Women’s swimming coach Steve Bultman and women’s track & field coach Pat Henry each won their second consecutive Big 12 Coach of the Year awards in their respective sports after leading their teams to back-to-back Big 12 Championships. Women’s basketball coach Gary Blair was tabbed as the Big 12 Coach of the Year in 2007 after leading the Aggies to their first-ever conference championship in the sport. Softball coach Jo Evans earned Big 12 Coach of the year accolades three times, including this past year after sweeping both the Big 12 regular season and tournament titles. Evans and her staff were also honored as National Fastpitch Coaches Association Midwest Region Coaching Staff of the Year. Soccer coach G. Guerrieri was voted the 1997 and 2002 Big 12 Co-Coach of the Year and in 2005, diving coach Kevin Wright was named the Women's Big 12 Diving Coach of the Year for the fifth time in six years. Women’s tennis coach Bobby Kleinecke, who garnered Intercollegiate Tennis Association Region Coach of the Year honors in 2002, was named the Big 12 Coach of the Year for the second consecutive year in 2004. Two-time SWC Volleyball Coach of the Year Laurie Corbelli, a member of the 1984 USA silver
medal Olympic team, was named the District VI Coach of the Year in 1995, and in 2002 she received USA Volleyball's George L. Fisher “Leader in Volleyball”award. In addition to his collegiate coaching duties, Bultman has international coaching experience as well, having served as an assistant coach for the United States at the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, Korea and for Estonia in 2008. Gary Blair, a two-time national finalist for the prestigious Naismith Coach of the Year Award, brought instant respect to the Texas A&M women’s basketball program when he was first hired in 2003. One of the winningest active Division I coaches in the women’s game today, Blair previously led Arkansas to the 1998 NCAA Final Four and Stephen F. Austin to four NCAA Sweet 16 appearances. He followed that path of success by elevating A&M into one of the nation’s elite programs after just five seasons in Aggieland. The 2007 Big 12 Coach of the Year went on to lead the Aggies to a schoolrecord 29-8 record and also claimed his 500th career victory against Iowa State on Feb. 20, 2008, to become the 36th all-time D-I coach to reach the milestone in NCAA history. Blair also holds the distinction of being one of only five coaches in NCAA history to take three schools to the NCAA Tournament and is the winningest women’s basketball coach in school history by percentage (.623). The 2004 hiring of track and field coach Pat Henry, one of the most successful coaches in NCAA history, continued to confirm A&M’s commitment to building champions. Henry came to Aggieland after accumulating 27 NCAA team cham-
pionships in his 17 seasons as head coach of the LSU men’s and women’s teams, and in 2005 he was named the Outstanding Women’s Track and Field Coach on the Silver Anniversary Team by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). On the international level, Henry was the head coach for Team USA at the 2007 IAAF World Championships in Osaka, Japan. In 2006, Henry coached the United States team during the World Cup in Athens, Greece. In 2007, Henry was chosen as the Midwest Region Women’s Coach of the Year by the USTFCCCA after leading A&M to a pair of Big 12 Championships along with the Midwest Region title. He also was selected as the South Central Region Women’s Coach of the Year during the indoor season. In addition, A&M’s Vince Anderson earned the Women’s Assistant Coach of the Year honor for the Midwest Region in the sprints/hurdles category. For the 2006 season, Anderson claimed the same coaching honor and was chosen as the national winner in the women’s sprints/hurdles category. Most recently, A&M athletics director Bill Byrne hired accomplished player and coach Trelle McCombs to take over the women's head golf coaching duties after long-time coach Jeanne Sutherland announced her retirement following consecutive Big 12 championships in 2007. McCombs led the Aggies to a Big 12 runner-up finish and an eight-place finish at the NCAA Championships in her first season at the helm of the program.
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upported by a loyal and enthusiastic home crowd that bolstered Texas A&M to a No. 1 national ranking in the ITA Attendance Race, the Aggie women’s tennis team made its ninth consecutive appearance in the NCAA team championship and advanced to the second round for the sixth straight year. In addition, the Aggies, who play host to the 2009 NCAA Tennis Championships, earned three Big 12 individual titles en route to a third-place finish in the league.
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Anna Blagodarova defeated Stanford’s Celia Durkin in the 2008 NCAA Second Round to become the third player in A&M history to reach 100 career wins in singles matches.
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Sarah Ammerman, who ranked in the top five in the Big 12 in kills, aces and points per game as a sophomore in 2007, was named to USA Volleyball’s A2 Team and captured a bronze medal at the 2008 U.S. Open Championships.
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O NCAA Baseball Regional O NCAA Men’s Tennis First and Second Rounds
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ryan/College Station is located in Brazos County in east central Texas, about 140 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico. The nearest interstate is Interstate Highway 45 (38 miles). Bryan serves as the county seat for Brazos County. Bordered by the Brazos and Navasota Rivers, it occupies 583 square feet at an average elevation of 367 feet above sea level. The community is just 95 miles north of Houston, 166 miles northeast of San Antonio, 104 miles east of Austin, 172 miles south of Fort Worth and 169 miles south of Dallas. P opulation
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ublic education is provided by the Bryan Independent School District and the College Station Independent School District. Several private schools also serve Bryan/College Station. Higher education is
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hrough Texas A&M University’s Opera and Performing Arts Society (OPAS), the Arts Council of Brazos Valley and several other organizations, quality entertainment is brought frequently to Bryan/College Station. Presentations include ballet and modern dance companies, symphonies, Broadway road shows, operas, and classical jazz and pop musicians. For further information contact: Arts Council of Brazos Valley at (979) 696-ARTS (2787). Cultural programs often feature world-renowned speakers and political figures. There are also local theater productions, exhibits of artists and craftsmen, and a season of quality music from the area’s own symphony orchestra and chorus. Texas A&M and several galleries regularly feature art and exhibits. The Brazos Valley Museum offers exhibits, lectures and demonstrations for all ages. For more information, call (979) 776-2195.
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n addition to Texas A&M University and the worldrenowned George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, Bryan/College Station takes pride in its numerous sights of interest, including the Brazos County Arboretum, Bryan’s Historical District, Carnegie Library and Messina Hof Wine Cellars. For more information on these and other sights, call the Bryan / College Station Convention & Visitor Bureau at (979) 260-9898. R ecreation
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ith a wide range of available medical specialists and facilities, Bryan/College Station is considered a regional medical center. This community is home to three medical-surgical hospitals. Together, these facilities provide more than 400 beds. In addition, there is a major medical clinic that is growing steadily. Also, 11 nursing-assisted living homes and retirement homes are located in Bryan / College Station. Texas A&M University also contributes to the medical community with its fine medical school.
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ryan and College Station both have fine park systems providing basketball, swimming, soccer, softball, tennis, jogging, nature trails and bike paths. Many programs and special events are scheduled throughout the year. Texas A&M University also offers many sporting events including Aggie football, basketball, baseball and a host of other collegiate sports. Bryan/College Station is conveniently located near many outdoor recreation areas making boating, sailing, swimming, fishing, camping and hunting easily accessible. Parks, golf courses and A&M’s facilities provide Bryan/College Station with a diversity of recreational opportunities.
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he timewall occupies a corridor at the north end of the museum space. Black and white pictures of the earliest days of the university remind visitors of the founders’ efforts, while bright forms of life and color celebrate a prosperous present and foretell an unbridled future. Large panel-size graphics are punctuated by significant artifacts and highlighted by a sequence of programmed light and audio.
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he excitement of Kyle Field, the revelry of the historic Aggie Bonfire, and the resounding yells of the student body will come to life in a sports museum unlike any other in the nation. It is fitting, too, that the museum is located in the Bernard C. Richardson Zone at Kyle Field. The story of A&M’s men’s and women’s varsity sports is presented using photos, film, artifacts and computer databases for interactive displays for all visitors to the campus to enjoy free of charge. The Texas A&M Sports Museum has the distinction of being the nation’s only all-sports museum funded primarily by former athletes. “This is a wonderful opportunity for all Lettermen to honor their teammates who deserve special recognition in a space such as the Sports Museum of Texas A&M University,” said Jim Singleton, Museum Committee Chairman. M us e um A r e a s
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he Sports Museum project was several years in the planning stages and is now a reality. The museum opened in August of 2001, in time for the first home football game in early September. The museum was built without the benefit of state or university money. The Lettermen’s Association in cooperation with the 12th Man Foundation raised those funds. Each sport has its own area, which is named in honor of a team or letterwinner. Those interested in contributing to the sports museum sustaining fund are encouraged to contact the Lettermen’s Association office at 1-800-310-3272 or the 12th Man Foundation at 979-846-8892. Current tax laws make the gift of ap-
he core of the exhibit is a gallery that celebrates and reinforces tradition and achievement, which are also the core of the university itself. Concrete gray walls and columns create an arena for the display of the university’s most treasured symbols of sports success in photographs and memorabilia that recall those uniquely gifted individuals who came before. Perimeter Displays
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ach practice session WILL BE CLOSED; however, players and coaches will be available for interviews throughout the week except on game days. All interview requests must be made through the SID Office, preferably with a 24-hour notice. On game days, interviews will be conducted approximately 10 minutes after the conclusion of the match. Please present any requests to Deanna Werner prior to the conclusion of the match.
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edia and photo credentials for home games should be requested at least one day prior to game day by writing to the Sports Information Office, Texas A&M University, P.O. Box 30017, College Station, Texas 77842-3017, or by faxing a request to (979) 845-0564. Admittance to media areas is limited to working media only. No children or other non-media members will be admitted to the working media areas.
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edia guides, programs and updated game notes and statistics will be available prior to each match. A fax machine and telephones can be made available by contacting the SID Office.
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the media relations office Associate AD/ Media Relations: Alan Cannon ’84 (Texas A&M)
Associate MRDs: Colin Killian ’84 (Texas Tech) Brad Marquardt ’88 (Texas A&M)
Assistant MRD for Soccer: Deanna Werner ’04 (Kalamazoo College)
Marlene Navor ’00 (Washington State)
SID Fax: 979-845-0564
Shawn Price ’90 (Texas)
Mailing Address: Sports Information Office P.O. Box 30017 College Station, TX 77842
Assistant MRDs: Debbie Darrah ’85 (UT-Arlington)
Publication Designer: Cyndi Mousner
Matt Simon ’98 (Texas A&M)
Senior Office Assistant: Jackie Thornton
Chris Harrell ’97 (UTEP)
Office Phone: 979-458-3883
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Assistant Media Relations Director Sports Information Office John J. Koldus Bldg., Room 222 Texas A&M University College Station, TX 77843-1228
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Shipping Address: Sports Information Office John Koldus Bldg., Rm. 222 Joe Routt Blvd. Texas A&M University College Station, TX 77843
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Debbie Darrah Assistant Director Office .......................................979-845-3218 Cell . ..........................................979-777-2600
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Cyndi Mousner Publication Designer Office ......................................979-846-2346 Email . ............................................ cyndi41mac@mac.com
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PRIMARY MEDIA OUTLETS Newspapers Bryan-College Station Eagle Box 3000 Bryan, TX 77805 979-776-4444 Fax: 979-774-0496 Robert Cessna, executive sports editor; Larry Bowen, reporter; David Campbell, reporter; Richard Croome, reporter
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SOCCER TERMINOLOGY caution (yellow card)
midway along each goal line and extends beyond the official playing field.
A disciplinary action taken by the referee, signaled with a yellow card and officially recorded, against a player guilty of misconduct. A second offense warrants ejection from the match (red card).
goalkeeper
corner kick A direct free kick taken from a corner area by a member of the attacking team if the ball goes out-of-bounds across a goal line and was last touched by a member of the defending team.
direct free kick
The team’s last line of defense. Primary responsibility is to prevent the opponent’s ball from entering the goal for a score. The only player allowed to use her hands, provided she is within the penalty area.
goal kick A placekick taken from the goal area by a member of the defending team when the ball goes out-of-bounds across the goal line and was last touched by a member of the attacking
indirect free kick A free kick that cannot score a goal without the ball first being touched by a player other than the kicker. Also a specific penalty called for minor infractions.
kickoff A placekick taken from the center spot to start the match and the second half or restart play after a goal has been scored. Opposing players must remain outside of the center circle until the ball is in play. A goal may not be scored directly from a kickoff.
drop ball A ball dropped by the referee between two players, one from each team, to restart the match after he has purposely stopped play for a no-penalty situation. The ball is dropped at the spot where it was last in play unless this happens to be in the penalty area, in which case it is dropped at the nearest point outside the penalty area. A goal may be scored directly from a drop-ball kick.
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referee The official in complete charge of a soccer match. He is assisted by two linesmen.
Sending a player off the field. A disciplinary action taken by the referee, signaled with a red card and officially recorded, against a player guilty of a personal foul or handballing. Usually results in expulsion from at least one future match.
save A successful effort by the goalkeeper to prevent a possible score by stopping or deflecting a ball aimed at the goal.
throw-in
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fullbacks Players forming the last line of defense, immediately in front of the goalkeeper. Their main job is to repel attacks on goal. Also called defenders or backs.
goal The eight-yard-wide by eight-foot-high area into which field players must send the ball into in order to score. Two goalposts, a crossbar and netting form the goal, which is positioned
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penalty kick
The traditional name for the soccer field.
ejection (red card)
A placekick awarded to a team when a player of the opposing team is penalized. A free kick is either a direct kick, called for a serious offense, or an indirect kick, called for a minor infraction. Players on the offending team must remain 10 yards away from the ball until it is put into play, unless they are on their own goal line between the goalposts.
penalty area An 18-by-44-yard area located directly in front of each goal. The goalkeeper may handle the ball in this area, and penalty kicks are taken from here.
A direct free kick taken from the penalty spot. It is awarded to the attacking team if a defender commits a major offense within her own penalty area. Except for the goalkeeper, who must remain stationary between the goalposts on her own goal line while the kick is being taken, all players must be outside of the penalty area and at least 10 yards from the penalty spot until the ball is in play.
A free kick that may score a goal directly; that is, without the ball first being touched by another player. Also a specific penalty called for fouls and misconduct.
Players who function primarily in the attacking third of the field and whose main responsibility is to score goals. Also called strikers.
ball is played unless she is in her own half of the field, at least two opponents (including the goalkeeper) are nearer their own goal line than she is or she received the ball directly from a corner kick, goal kick, throw-in or drop-ball situation. The penalty is an indirect free kick.
team or when it goes straight into the defenders’ goal after a kickoff. All opposing players must stay outside the penalty area until the ball is in play. A goal cannot be scored directly from a goal kick.
goal line The boundary line at each end of the field. When the ball completely crosses the goal line between the goalposts and under the crossbar, a goal is scored. When the ball completely crosses the goal line elsewhere, play is stopped and restarted either by a corner kick or a goal kick.
halfway line The line drawn across the center of the field, parallel with the goal line, and separating the attacking and defending zones. Also called the center line.
handballing A major violation, the intentional use of the hands other than by a goalkeeper. The penalty is a direct free kick.
linesmen The two officials who assist the referee. The linesmen patrol the touchlines and carry flags to signal the referee when a ball has gone out-of-bounds, there is an offside, or a foul has been committed that the referee might not have seen.
midfielders Players who function primarily in the central part of the field and whose main responsibility is to link the defense and the attack. There are three types of midfielders: defending, playmaking and attacking. Also called halfbacks and linkmen.
The method of putting the ball back into play after it has gone out-of-bounds over the touchline. A member of the team opposing the team that last touched the ball must throw it onto the field from over her head, using both hands and keeping a part of each foot on the ground either behind or on the touchline. The ball is thrown in from the point where it went out-of-bounds. A goal cannot be scored directly from a throw-in.
touchlines The boundary lines at each side of the field. If a ball goes completely over the touchline, play is stopped and restarted by a throw-in from the place where it went out-of-bounds. Also called sidelines.
obstruction Deliberately impeding the progress of an opponent instead of playing the ball. The penalty is an indirect free kick.
offside A player is offside if she is between her opponent’s goal line and the ball at the moment the
wall A human barrier of at least three players used to aid the goalkeeper in defending against free kicks, when they are specifically so awarded. Players may line up 10 or more yards from the ball to form a barrier between the kicker and the goal.
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REFEREE SIGNALS signals by the referee
signals by the linesmen
caution / ejection
indirect free kick
offside
offside (far side)
play-on advantage
direct free kick
offside (middle)
offside (near side)
throw in
goal kick
goal kick
corner kick
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AGGIE TERMINOLOGY Each university has its own set of traditions which help to distinguish it from other institutions. Texas A&M University is no exception. Perhaps nowhere else are traditions as interwoven into the very fabric of the university than they are at Texas A&M. As a result, Aggies have a lingo that is all their own. The following list of terms helps to define what being an Aggie is all about. A&M Shortened form for Texas A&M University. Originally, the letters stood for Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas; now, the letters are retained merely as part of the University’s tradition and history.
Aggie A student, former student or supporter of Texas A&M University. Term is derived from A&M’s agricultural heritage. Aggies are sometimes also referred to as farmers.
Aggie Code of Honor For many years, Aggies have followed a Code of Honor, which is stated in this very simple verse: “Aggies do not lie, cheat, or steal, nor do they tolerate those who do.”
Aggieland Home of Texas A&M University.
All-U Night All-University Night—the first Yell Practice of the semester. Event includes introductions of men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic teams, coaching staff and yell leaders.
Association of Former Students There is no such thing at A&M as an alumni association or an Ex-Aggie; there are only former students. The Association of Former Students serves the same purpose as an alumni association, but an individual doesn’t have to graduate from A&M to be a member. Once an Aggie, always an Aggie.
Gig ’Em One of many Aggie yells.
Corps of C adets
Howdy!
Military-oriented organization, which is the oldest student group on the A&M campus. Texas A&M annually commissions more officers for the armed forces than any other ROTC source in the nation.
Traditional Aggie greeting; a derivative of “hello.” Sometimes garbled to sound like “hahdy”. Aggies pride themselves on their friendliness and greet each other and visitors with a “Howdy” as they walk across c ampus.
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Elephant Walk Annual ceremony held the week of the last football game in which seniors gather in front of the Academic Building, form a single line and wander about the campus like old elephants seeking a secluded spot to end their days.
Hullabaloo, Caneck! Caneck! First words to the “Aggie War Hymn,” A&M’s fight song, which was written by J.V. (Pinky) Wilson while standing guard on the Rhine during World War I.
Fish Humping It
A freshman.
Fish Camp Freshman orientation camp held just before classes begin in the fall. Provides an overall introduction to Texas A&M.
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Position taken by Aggies when giving a yell. Bending forward from the waist with the hands placed just above the knees properly aligns the back, mouth and throat for maximum volume.
Jollie Rollie
t.u.
G. Rollie White Coliseum—the place where the Aggies play volleyball and hold special events.
That “other school” in Austin is not the “University of Texas.” To an Aggie, it’s “t.u.,” without capital letters.
MSC Memorial Student Center. No one steps on the grass surrounding the MSC, which was built in honor of Aggies who died in battle.
Tea-sip Student at t.u.
Two Percenters Students who do not display the true Aggie Spirit.
Ol’ Army Like it “used to be” at A&M.
Whoop!
Redpots The students responsible for coordinating the building of Bonfire. There are 16 (8 seniors, 8 juniors), and they wear red hardhats or “pots.”
Sully Statue of Lawrence Sullivan Ross, former Governor of Texas and former President of Texas A&M. It stands in front of the Academic Building.
Aggie expression of approval.
Yell Practice Spirit session which builds enthusiasm for an upcoming athletic contest. Under the direction of the Yell Leaders, Aggies show their s upport for the team by shouting the yells with spirit and singing the Aggie songs with pride. Held at midnight at Kyle Field before home football games.
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AGGIEs IN CYBERSPACE COACHG .com Your Behind-the-Scenes Look at Aggie Soccer
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n the Spring of 2005, Coach G. launched his own website providing the Aggie Soccer faithful with a chance to take a look behind the scenes of Aggie Soccer and the soccer world in general. By logging on to CoachG.com, fans can take click on sections such as: The Weekly Journal… provides insights into all levels of the sport. In the Spotlight… looks at certain aspects of the Aggie Soccer program. Training Sessions… provides some of Coach G.’s favorite training tips, just like what the Aggie coaching staff uses. Coach G . on the Radio… audio section where Coach G. will offer audio clips discussing what is going on in the world of Aggie Soccer.
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TEXAS A & M ATHLETIC FACILITIES MAP K E Y
G. Rollie White Coliseum............. 453 Kyle Field...................................... 367 Mitchell Tennis Center................ 1561 Reed Arena................................ 1554 Olsen Field................................. 1550 Netum Steed Laboratory.............. 360 Student Rec Center.................... 1560 Bright Football Complex............. 2000 Anderson Track & Field.............. 2001 Little Complex............................. 2002 Aggie Softball Complex.............. 2003 Aggie Soccer Stadium........ 2004
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A&M set the NCAA Record for Single Game Attendance in the 1-0 overtime victory against North Carolina on August 25, 2006 (8,204)
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