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Men’s Basketball Set To Host St. Olaf
The Gustavus men’s basketball team is set to continue Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference play, hosting St. Olaf College on Saturday. The Gusties (3-2, 1-0 MIAC) will tip off against the Oles (3-0, 1-0 MIAC) at 1 p.m.
Swimming & Diving To Compete At Two-Day Grinnell Pioneer Classic
After nearly two weeks without competing, the Gustavus men’s and women’s swimming & diving teams are set to participate in the Pioneer Classic, hosted by Grinnell College on Friday and Saturday. Session 1 starts at 6 p.m. tonight, Session 2 is 10 a.m. tomorrow, Session 3 diving is 2 p.m. tomorrow, and Session 4 is 5 p.m. tomorrow.
Strong Second Half Start Leads To Women’s Basketball 71-50 Win Over UW-River Falls
After a slow start to Thursday’s non-conference women’s basketball game, Gustavus used a big third quarter, outscoring UW-River Falls 26-13, en route to a decisive 71-50 victory at Gus Young Court. The win moves the No. 12-ranked Gusties to 4-0 on the season, while the Falcons drop to 3-2.
Ashley Becker Named United Soccer Coaches First Team All-America
United Soccer Coaches announced Thursday the association’s NCAA Division III Women’s All-America Teams on the eve of the 2017 NCAA Championship semifinals in Greensboro, N.C. and Gustavus goalkeeper Ashley Becker (Jr., Farmington, Minn.) has been named First Team All-America. The First Team consists of 15 players, but just one keeper. Becker is also the only First Teamer from an institution that did not qualify for the national tournament.
Women’s Basketball Hosts UW-River Falls Tonight
The No. 12-ranked Gustavus women’s basketball team is back home tonight for a non-conference game against UW-River Falls, starting at 7 p.m. The Gusties enter the contest with a 3-0 record, while the Falcons are 3-1.
Men’s Hockey Returns To Action With Bethel Series, Hosts Teddy Bear Toss Friday
The Gustavus men’s hockey team is set to return to action, coming off Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference action, taking on Bethel University. The Gusties (4-3-1, 3-1 MIAC) host the Royals (1-10, 1-4 MIAC) during the second annual Teddy Bear Toss benefit on Friday prior to Bethel hosting on Saturday.
Strong First Half Leads Men’s Basketball To Victory Over Saint Mary’s
The Gustavus men's basketball team's 52.9 percent field goal percentage and 53-28 first half propelled it to a Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference opening victory over Saint Mary's University Wednesday evening, winning 85-65 at Gus Young Court.
Ashley Becker Earns Third Consecutive All-North Region Nod
For the third consecutive season, Gustavus women’s soccer goalkeeper Ashley Becker (Jr., Farmington, Minn.) has been named to the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III All-North Team, which was released Wednesday morning. After earning First Team honors in 2015 and Third Team last season, Becker is back on the First Team after claiming MIAC Defensive Player of the Year accolades.
Gustavus Hill Crew To Host Second Annual Teddy Bear Toss Benefit Friday
Gustavus Adolphus College’s student fan organization, The Hill Crew, is holding its second annual Teddy Bear Toss benefit on Friday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. as the Gustavus men’s hockey team hosts Bethel University.
Men’s Hoops Opens MIAC Action Versus Saint Mary’s
The Gustavus men’s basketball team is set for its 2017-18 Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference opener, hosting Saint Mary's University. The Gusties (2-2, 0-0 MIAC) will tip off against the Cardinals (1-2, 0-0 MIAC) at 7 p.m.