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Gustavus Volleyball Falls to St. Olaf College 3-1
The Gustavus volleyball team opened the 2009 season with a 3-1 loss to St. Olaf College on Tuesday night in St. Peter. Gustavus was led offensively by Olivia Warren, who recorded 11 kills, while Jenny Ewert led the defense with 14 digs. St. Olaf was led by Kim Smisek with 13 kills and 15 digs.
Men’s Soccer Looks Sharp In Opener, Claims 6-0 Win Over Bethany Lutheran College
The Gustavus men's soccer team took a 1-0 lead on a goal by Mark Adams just three minutes into the match and never looked back on its way to an impressive 6-0 win over Bethany Lutheran College on the Gustavus Soccer Field on Tuesday afternoon. Senior midfielder Fraser Horton tallied two goals, while junior goalkeeper Luke Strom made one save and registered the shutout. The Gusties outshot the Vikings 17-2 in the contest and held a 9-0 advantage in corner kicks.
Women’s Soccer Opens With 5-0 Win Over Minnesota-Morris
The Gustavus women's soccer team opened up the 2009 season with an impressive 5-0 road victory over the University of Minnesota-Morris on Tuesday afternoon. The Gusties were led in scoring by Meghan McMillan with two goals, and Rachel Iblings with one goal and two assists. Gustavus goalkeeper Chelsea Bayer posted a shutout stopping four shots on net. The Gusties play next at home on Friday, September 4, against Martin Luther College at 5:00pm.
Gustavus Athletic Teams Begin Fall Sport Season With Super Tuesday
The 2009 fall sport season begins today with five different teams opening their seasons including the men's and women's cross country teams, the men's and women's soccer teams, and the volleyball team. The men's and women's cross country teams run at Northland College at 10:30 am, followed by the women's soccer team playing at Minnesota-Morris at 2:00 pm. The men's soccer team plays Bethany Lutheran College at 4 pm and then the volleyball team hosts St. Olaf in a non-conference match at 7:00 pm.