MEET THE CAPTAINS - PART 2

Now let's meet second year captain and rising Junior Allison Humphries:

How do you feel about the upcoming soccer season at Stevenson and how will it compare to last season?

I am so excited to start the '09 season! Last year was a building year with only 9 returning players and a very young team. We held our own and finished third in the conference. As long as we continue with the same determination and work ethic, I think we will have a great year!  

What have you learned from your time on the soccer team and what do you enjoy most? 

My soccer experience at Stevenson has taught me that once you make it to the college level, playing for the love of the game is the only thing that matters. If you don't love it, you shouldn't be out there because it is a serious commitment that can't be taken lightly. The more you love it, the more fun you'll have playing! The thing I enjoy most about SU soccer is spending time with the team. We have a great group of girls and always have a good time. 

What is your favorite Coach Millar moment/saying? 

"So we can get on with winning the CAC and BEYOND!" 

How do you manage balancing the academic side with playing soccer? 

I have to stay extremely organized with both soccer and my classes. I'm a neat freak so I have to have everything written down to make sure I don't forget anything. 

How do you prepare for the upcoming season? 

I follow the workout given to us by Graeme and make sure to play in a couple leagues over the summer. I try to touch a soccer ball a few times a week. 

Who is the funniest player on the team? 

It's too hard to say. Everyone brings their own humour to the team! 

Are you excited about the Italy 2010 trip with the men's soccer program? 

Yes, I've never been to Europe so I think it will be a lot of fun. I also think that the fundraising and preparation for the trip will be a good way to bond. 

What are some of your favorite things about being a student at SU? 

I love my major (Elementary Ed) because the class sizes are small and you get a lot of individual attention. I like being at a small school because you get to know a lot of people. No matter where I am on campus, I always see someone I know. 

Do you have any superstitions or rituals before the game? 

I eat half a pb&j sandwich and a yogurt 2 hours before kick-off and always listen to "Eye of the Tiger" on my iPod. 

Does the team get together outside of practice and games? 

We are always together!

MEET THE CAPTAINS - PART 1

Stevenson University soccer is very proud to have two hard working captains that along with the rest of the players are very dedicated to the women's soccer program. Let's first meet rising Junior Katie Amos:



How do you feel about the upcoming soccer season at Stevenson and how will it compare to last season?
The 2009 Women’s soccer season will be the best season of soccer ever played in the sport. No, honestly we have a lot of strong returners and many skillful freshmen joining our team this year. We had a good season last year and came in third place, but that was last year and this fall I hope we can work harder and turn some more heads.

What have you learned from your time on the soccer team and what do you enjoy most?
Hmm...Well off top of my head Coach Graeme has taught me that the best way to defend is to take a rope and be tied together with your other three teammates, if you fall it’s only because you are doing it wrong. Coach Win has taught me that you never stand still to stretch and to eat a pasta dinner an hour before the game (which I still don’t agree with). What I enjoy most is just being a part of this family.

What is your favorite Coach Millar moment/saying?
Favorite moment would be Win and Graeme doing karaoke on the bus ride home. I think we have that blackmail tape somewhere.

How do you manage balancing the academic side with playing soccer?
My advice, you just have to do it. The sooner you get done the more time you have to sleep. Some tips: Coffee can be your best friend. Naps on the shuttle are always welcomed! And your laptop is portable so you can write papers on the bus trips. Lastly, never be afraid to ask for help.

How do you prepare for the upcoming season?
Personally being the most conditioned player on the team I don’t need to prepare….haha
I do the workouts that MC prepares for us. I also practice my mile and quarter because everyone knows I need too. I don’t drink any soda or eat fast food. I do an ab workout every night and recently I have been practicing Yoga. Make sure you keep touches on the ball.

Who is the funniest player on the team?
Jess Celmer. She is funny whether she’s knows it or not. And sure enough at least one time at practice or a game she will get hit in the face with the soccer ball.

Are you excited about the Italy 2010 trip with the men's soccer program?
Wait the guys are going….No I am very excited, both teams get along great so I think we will have a good time both on and off the soccer field.

What are some of your favorite things about being a student at SU?
I really like the campus size of SU. It’s easy to make friends and I love the dorms at school. The dorms are very homey; there are no concrete floors or walls.

Do you have any superstitions or rituals before the game?
I am a very superstitious person. I can’t wear prewrap or we will lose. I must warm-up in the far side grid before games or we will lose. Jess and I have to listen to "I’ll make a man out of you" from the Mulan soundtrack before each game or we will lose.

Does the team get together outside of practice and games?
Yes the team hangs out a lot. In the past we have had cookouts, spaghetti dinner and karaoke night, went to dances, a bull roast, and have enjoyed several game nights.

Mustang Players Win 3v3 Tournament

Stevenson soccer players Katie Amos, Brittany Bangert, Heather Redding, Stephanie Eyler and incoming players Jenna Cimino and Charity Lumpkins competed today in the 3v3 Heatwave Tournament at CCBC Dundalk. The team had a mixture of experience and youth with three juniors, a sophomore and two incoming freshmen making up the squad. After winning all three regular games the girls advanced to the Championship game. At the end of regulation the score was tied at 4-4 and went into a golden goal overtime of 3 minutes. Eyler scored with seconds left in the overtime period to end it and win the game. Congratulations ladies!!!!!

Mustangs kick-off Preseason with UMBC Scrimmage

The Stevenson Women's Soccer team will kick-off their 2009 season with a scrimmage at Division I University, UMBC. The game is scheduled for Wednesday August 19th at 6pm at the UMBC soccer stadium. This will be a great test for the returners and the new players on the Mustang squad.

Birttany Ross Earns Futsal Gold and Silver

This past weekend the Baltimore Convention Centre hosted the USFF Futsal National Tournament. Our sophomore goalkeeper Brittany Ross participated with the Denison Cabral Futsal Academy team in both the U19 Girls and the Open Women's division. Brittany's team amazingly made it to the final matches for both age groups. They took home the silver medal, losing 4-3 in the Open Women's, and won the gold medal, winning 1-0 in the U19 final. Congratulations to Brittany on being a Futsal National Champion!!!

Stevenson Soccer Commercial

Check out this soccer commercial made by our very own Brittany Bangert for a school project:

Stevenson Soccer Commercial

WELCOME TO THE SU WOMEN'S SOCCER BLOG

Welcome to the new Stevenson University Women's Soccer blog featuring the latest Stevenson soccer news, coach and player commentary, highlight videos and action shots. This site is open to all Mustang fans that love the beautiful game of soccer. Fans, alumni, family, and prospective student-athletes will be able to follow the Stevenson Women's Soccer team as they bid for success on and off the field. Show your support for the Mustangs as they officially kick-off the 2009 Season at home against Bridgewater College on Tuesday September 1st at 5pm. 

2009 Season Schedule