Archive for February, 2008Page 8
Chris deLaubenfels Named MIAC Men’s Track Athlete of the Week
Gustavus senior Chris deLaubenfels has been named MIAC Track Athlete of the Week for his performances at the Minnesota State, Mankato Open last Saturday. deLaubenfels had a big day for the Gusties as he won the 3,000 meter run with a time of 8:46.0 and finished second in the 5,000 meter run with a time of 15:03.68. His performances came against a strong field of runners from both Division II and Division III schools.
Listen to Dual Interview with Women’s Nordic Skiers Kelly Chaudoin and Kathleen DeWahl
Senior Kathleen DeWahl and Junior Kelly Chaudoin are featured in a dual interview on the Gustavus podcast page. DeWahl and Chaudoin are ranked 9th and 10th in the nation and are currently positioned to go to the National Meet.
Women’s Basketball Keeps Pace In Standings With 58-55 Win Against Saint Mary’s
Momentum swings played a large role in the Gustavus women's basketball 58-55 win over Saint Mary's at Gus Young Court on Wednesday night. The Gusties weathered two large Cardinal runs in each half and grabbed key offensive rebounds down the stretch to keep pace with Concordia for third-place in the MIAC standings. Gustavus improved to 13-7 overall and 12-5 in the conference, while Saint Mary's dropped to 4-15 overall and 3-13 in the conference.
Men’s Basketball Rolls To 93-60 Win Over Saint Mary’s
The Gustavus men's basketball team broke open a tight game with a 20-4 run late in the first half and never looked back on its way to a convincing 93-60 win at Saint Mary's on Wednesday night. The Gusties made 55.6 percent of their shots from the field (40-72) including an identical 20-of-36 from the field in each half. Trevor Wittwer scored 17 points to lead Gustavus to victory.
Women’s Hockey Win Streak Snapped In 3-2 Loss To UW-Stevens Point
The longest winning streak in Gustavus women's hockey history came to an end Tuesday night after a 3-2 loss to UW-Stevens Point in Stevens Point, Wis. The Pointers converted two power play opportunities in the second period as they outshot the Gusties 24-13. Gustavus, which is ranked fourth in the USCHO.com poll, dropped to 17-2-0 overall. UW-Stevens Point, which is ranked third in the USCHO.com poll, improved to 17-0-2 this season.
Women’s Indoor Track and Field Squad Opens Season at MSU, Mankato
The Gustavus women's track and field team opened its indoor season on Saturday by taking part in the MSU Open hosted by Minnesota State University. Kaelene Lundstrom got the Gusties off to a great start as she finished second in the heptathlon with a school record total of 3,203 points.
Women’s Hockey To Face UW-Stevens Point In Rematch Of Season Opener
The #4-Gustavus women's hockey team will face the #3-UW-Stevens Point Pointers in a key non-conference game on Tuesday night at Ice Hawks Arena in Stevens Point, Wis. at 7 p.m. The Golden Gusties enter the contest at 17-1-0 overall, while the Pointers come in at 16-0-2 overall. Last weekend, Gustavus swept Augsburg 5-1 in Minneapolis and 6-0 in St. Peter. UW-Stevens Point went 1-0-1 with a 6-1 win against UW-Eau Claire and a 3-3 tie against UW-Superior.
Men’s Basketball Team Rallies From 14 Points Down To Beat Saint John’s 70-68
The Gustavus men's basketball team dug themselves a big hole in the first half, but came all the way and back and claimed a thrilling 70-68 victory in St. Peter on Monday night. Trevor Wittwer made a six-foot jumper with :20 left in regulation play to give the Gusties their first lead since the opening moments of the game. The Johnnies Ryan Lieser led all scorers with 27 points, while Wittwer led the Gusties with 17. Gustavus improves to 15-4 overall and 11-3 in MIAC play.
Women’s Basketball Win Streak Snapped After 69-51 Loss To Saint Benedict
The Gustavus women's basketball team saw its seven-game winning streak come to an end on Monday night in a 69-51 decision against Saint Benedict in St. Joesph. The Gusties trailed 29-28 at halftime, but could not contain the Blazers during a 19-3 run midway through the second half as three Saint Benedict players registered double-digits in the period. The Blazers' Mindy Schmidt led all players with 20 points, while Molly Mathiowetz contributed 13 off the bench for Gustavus.
Ubl Named MIAC Women’s Hockey Player of the Week
Gustavus Adolphus College senior forward Stefanie Ubl (Blaine, Minn.) has been named the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Women's Hockey Player of the Week for the week ending February 4, 2008. Ubl recorded five points (three goals and two assists) as the Gusties remained undefeated in MIAC play with 5-1 and 6-0 wins over Augsburg.