Elon Club Sports Update: November 7th-8th
Women’s Club Soccer Gains First Win of the Season
Women’s Soccer
Elon vs. Campbell University, 4-1 (Win)
Elon’s Women’s Soccer Club achieved the team’s first win of the season this past weekend in a hard fought match against the women of Campbell University. In a 1-1 match up at the end of the first half, Elon triumphed in the second half as the team demonstrated high intensity and great skill. Leading statistics included Maggie Duzslack, who scored all of the team’s two goals in the second half. Campbell University netted on the team’s own goal, which pushed the score to equal a final 4-1 Elon win. Elon exhibited great teamwork and talent, which in turn facilitated a well-earned victory.
Elon vs. UNC Wilmington, 1-2 (Loss)
Women’s soccer demonstrated a valiant effort in this weekend’s game, despite suffering a tough 2-1 loss against UNC Wilmington. The leading scorers for Elon included Bri Taft, who perfected a beautiful header off a corner kick within the first minute of the half. The ball was soaring towards the goal as Brittany Garret helped deflect the ball away from the Wilmington’s goalie and into the back of the net. Such success was matched by Elon’s determination and teamwork throughout the entirety of the game. Elon will practice this week to prepare for its next home game against UNC Greensboro on November 13 at South Campus fields.
Baseball
Elon vs. Wake Forest University, 5-1 (Win)
In the first game of Elon’s home tournament, Club Baseball achieved its first win of the season against a talented Wake Forest University. A four-run and two-out rally in the bottom of the third helped Elon seize and maintain control for the rest of the game. Senior first baseman Jamie Hawkins helped bat in two runs with a double to deep left field, which was followed by sophomore designated hitter Derrick Burretts two run base hit. Junior right-handed pitcher Nolan Elingburg helped secure the Elon win after completing five strong innings on the mound and surrendering only one earned run and five hits. Sophomore Jay Struck achieved a great save as he struck out three batters over the final two innings of the game.
Elon vs. Wake Forest University, 2-6 (Loss)
In the second game of the home tournament, Elon faced off in yet another match against Wake Forest University, which ended in a disappointing 6-2 Elon loss. Elon was able to collect six hits and four walks, however these hits were not able to equate to as many runs as the team had hoped. Senior left-fielder Drew Johnson scored on a single by sophomore catcher Jake Schoenfeld in the bottom of the first inning, which helped cause Elon’s two runs. The final run scored by Elon occurred in the bottom of the fifth inning when freshman second baseman Craig Jackson scored off a hit by Drew Johnson. Though untimely walks and defensive errors caused Elon’s loss, the team experienced great pitching from sophomore Aaron Moger and Devon Deacons who caused many key strikeouts.
Elon vs. Wake Forest University, 3-12 (Loss)
In the final game of the home tournament against Wake Forest, Elon suffered yet another loss as Elon’s offense had a difficult time supporting the effective pitching of Devon Deacons. Striking out fourteen and allowing only seven hits, Deacon pitched a great game as other standouts included senior shortstop Ryan Pauley who led the game in hits. Sophomore starting pitcher Derrick Burnet pitched an excellent five innings as he surrendered only two Wake Forest runs. Despite the loss, Elon should be commended for the team’s strong effort throughout the nine inning game.
Field Hockey
Elon vs. NC State University, 3-3 (Tie)
In a weekend matchup against NC State, Elon Club Field Hockey played an excellent game despite having no goalie. Leading scorers for Elon included Colin Keaveney, Katie Whittaker, and Kelsey Winkler who each scored one goal. Elon’s defense demonstrated great skill and teamwork, which helped the offense, focus on the forward motion of the ball. Club Field Hockey will train this week to prepare for the teams next game against Penn State at the National Fall Field Hockey Championship on November 14. This sudden death tournament will take place at the NCAA Training Facility in Virginia Beach.
Women’s Volleyball
Elon vs. James Madison University, Wake Forest University, and Towson University
Elon Team 1 (2-4) Elon Team 2 (4-6)
Elon Club Volleyball competed in a tournament this past weekend against James Madison University, Wake Forest University, and Towson University at the home courts of Wake Forest. Elon successfully placed third in the team’s pool; however, Elon Team 1 was unfortunately disqualified shortly after. Elon’s second competing team was also unfortunately disqualified after only two games of play. Leading statistics included Haley Knicely who led in digs, Kim Jackson who led in kills, and Cate Decker who led in assists.
Swim
Elon vs. 17 competing teams from Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia
Women’s placed 3rd and Men’s placed 7th
In an exciting two-day tournament this past weekend at Elon University’s Beck Pool, Club Swim competed against seventeen opposing teams that represented Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Leading statistics included freshman Kelly Lahvic who placed 2nd in the 100-yard freestyle, 2nd in the 50-yard breaststroke, 2nd in the 200-yard freestyle, 2nd in the 50-yard freestyle, 1st in the 200-yard individual medley, and finally 1st in the 100-yard breaststroke. This freshman standout scored a total of 108 points and completely dominated in each of her individual events. Sophomore Ross Rodriguez scored 1st in the 50-yard butterfly, 12th in the 50-yard breaststroke, 16th in the 100-yard freestyle, and 4th in the 100-yard butterfly. Rodriguez scored a total of 41 points and greatly helped demonstrate the young talent that exists on Elon’s Club Swim team. Other stand-outs included freshman Emily Williams who placed 15th in the 50 yard backstroke, senior Peyton Jenkins who placed 15th in the 50 yard backstroke and 13th in the 100 yard backstroke, freshman Sarah Dolan who placed 15th in the 200 yard freestyle, as well as junior Asheton Brown who placed 12th in the 50 yard freestyle. Elon’s Club President Laura Wainman expressed great enthusiasm and delight over the results of the meet as well as pride over the great effort that was demonstrated by all participating members.
Women’s Lacrosse
Elon vs. NC State University, 13-6 (Win)
In the second match-up of the season, Women’s Lacrosse played a hard fought match against the opposing team of NC State. Through seamless transitions in the midfield, effortless ground balls, and well-executed shots, Elon successfully paced itself to a 6-2 lead at the end of the first half. The team increased its intensity at the start of the second half to in the end achieve a 13-6 victory against NC State.
Elon vs. University of Virginia, 7-10 (Loss)
In the second game of a tournament at East Carolina University, Elon faced off against the University of Virginia in a hard fought game. Due to a few inopportune injuries, Elon was forced to use players from Virginia Tech as well as UNC Charlotte, in order to play against Virginia. However, these new players were extremely talented and demonstrated great team solidarity. Despite the loss, Elon players demonstrated a commanding effort and a strong effort.
Elon vs. Virgina Tech, 2-10 (Loss)
As the reigning National Women’s Club Lacrosse Champions, Virginia Tech demonstrated great skill and talent in the team’s 10-2 victory over Elon in the third game of the weekend tournament. Elon fought hard and matched Virginia Tech’s players with equal talent and determination. Virginia Tech seized many opportunities to capitalize on several of Elon’s crucial mistakes, causing Elon to suffer defeat. Leading scorers for Elon included Mattie Cragin and Chelsea Helms, who both contributed with one goal each.
Elon vs. UNC Wilmington, 8-7 (Win)
In the final hours of the weekend tournament, Elon had battled nationally ranked teams and begin to suffer from extreme fatigue. However, despite the injuries and exhaustion, Elon persevered through the final game against UNC Wilmington to achieve an 8-7 win. Elon demonstrated great ability to pass the ball, which helped pave the way for countless opportunities to score. This teamwork and skill allowed Elon to capitalize on UNC Wilmington’s weak links and help put Elon on top. Elon will practice this week to prepare for the team’s next home game against UNC Charlotte on November 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Golf
Elon vs. Duke University, (Win)
In the first ever one-on-one Club Golf match against Duke University, Elon Club Golf triumphed in a match that was won by over fifteen strokes. Leading statistics included Nick Martin who shot a 75 to help advance his team to a defeat over Duke.
– Michael O’Brien
Club Sports Staff