Women's Basketball

2002-03 Game Summaries

February 25, 2003 Salve Regina CCC Tournament
SALVE OUTLAST ENDICOTT
The Gulls (14-12) traveled to Salve Regina University last night to face the Seahawks(23-3) in the first round of the CCC Tournament. Despite holding the lead or down no more than two points for most of the game and up 31-28 at the break the Seahawks pulled out the victory 51-63. With the victory the Seahawks will advance to the semi final round on Thursday.

The difference in the game was the Gulls inability to hit shots in the second half, shooting only 25% (8-32) from the floor, 18% (2-11) behind the arc. Compared to Salve's 40% (13-30) from the floor, 32 points in the paint and 15 points off turnovers. The Gulls could not overcome those odds. The Gulls were forced to foul in the last two minutes and once again the Seahawks made the shots hitting 5 in a row and held the Gulls to two points in the final three minutes.

Senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) led the team in scoring with 14 points and in steals with 4. Chelsey Gilbert (Windham, ME) was the only other player in double figures with 10 points hitting two 3's and 4-5 from the free throw line. Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) had the game high in rebounds with 13 boards.

It was a great year for the women with several school team records broken. The team broke the records for consecutive wins (7), three pointers made in a season , blocks in a game and three pointers attempted in a season. The one disappointment is that the program will have to say good bye to five great seniors, to them we wish them luck and thanks for four great years.

February 22, 2003 vs University of New England
UNE DEFEATS ENDICOTT
Endicott (14-11) hosted conference opponent University of New England (16-9)at home today for both teams last regular season game. UNE defeated Endicott 59-67 ending the Gulls three game winning streak. The win secured a #1 spot in the North for UNE while the Gulls finished in the #4 spot in the North Division.

In today's game, UNE broke out to a 37-27 lead heading into the break by holding Endicott scoreless in the final three minutes of the half while scoring eight unanswered points. In the second half the Gulls were able to cut the lead to six on their first two possessions, but UNE battled back to maintain the lead and secure the win.

Endicott's three point shooting tied a school record for three pointers in a game with eight. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry , RI) hit four (4-8) and was the Gulls high scorer with 15 points. Senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) recorded her fifth double double of the season with 14 points and 11 boards.

Conference playoffs will begin on Tuesday February 25th, Endicott will travel to Salve Regina (#1 south seed) for a 7:00pm tip off. Winner to advance to the semi final round on Thursday February 27th.

February 20, 2003 vs Wentworth
ENDICOTT ROLLS TO VICTORY
The Endicott women (14-10) defeated conference opponent Wentworth Institute (3-21) tonight 57-30 in the Post Center on the campus on Endicott College. The senior lineup of Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA), Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA), Katie Manchini (Rockland, MA), and Noel Curcio (Lake George, NY) set the tone for the night pulling out to a 27-15 halftime lead.

The second half was all Endicott as all thirteen active players saw action, 10 scoring for the Gulls. The games high scorer was once again Endicott's Jen Lockhart who tallied 13 points and swatted away 8 shots on the defensive end. Michelle Bedard had another double digit night chipping in 10 points and dishing out 4 assists. Junior Mitchelle Doyon (Enfield, ME) had a career high with 7 points shooting 3 for 4 from the field.

The Gulls will host UNE on Saturday February 22nd for their last regular season game at 1:00pm. It is also senior day and we will be honoring our five seniors Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA), Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA), Katie Manchini (Rockland, MA), Laurie Lang (Monroe, NH) and Noel Curcio (Lake George, NY).

February 19, 2003 vs Eastern Nazarene
ENDICOTT WINS AGAIN
The Endicott women (13-10) beat conference opponent Eastern Nazarene at home tonight 54- 45. Leading at the half 29-23, the team game out on fire in the second half holding ENC scoreless in the first 5 minutes while the Gulls scored 10 unanswered points.

Endicott had three players in double figures with seniors Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) and Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) leading the way with 15 points and 13 points respectively. Lockhart was also the leading rebounder with 12 boards recording her fourth double double of the season. Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) chipped in 10 points and Jenn Grace (Hartland, NH) added 9 points.

Endicott will host Wentworth on Thursday February 20th at 8:00pm.

February 15, 2003 vs Regis College
GULLS BACK ON WINNING TRACK
The Endicott women's team (12-10) defeated Regis College (3-20) 53-44 at the Post Center today. Leading 27-25 at the half the Gulls made several defensive stops in the second half and got to the free throw line to secure the win.

The Gulls were led by senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) who recorded her third double-double of the season with 14 points and 10 boards. Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) added 12 points shooting 5 for 6 from the floor.

The Gulls will host Eastern Nazarene College on Tuesday, February 18th at 6:00pm.

February 13, 2003 vs New England College
NEC CATCHES ENDICOTT
Endicott dropped to 11-10 overall and 7-6 in the CCC by losing to New England College (10-12) 52-68 at Henniker, NH. The Pilgrims jumped out to a 18-3 lead in the opening minutes of the game, but the Gulls where able to cut the lead to tie at the break 26-26.

The second half was all NEC shooting 54% from the field, compared to Endicott's 23% shooting. NEC also shot 94.4% (17-18) from the free throw line for the game to EC's 73% (14-19).

Endicott's senior Noel Curcio (Lake George, NY) had a career night with 15 points shooting 60% from the floor. Junior Morgan Milowsky (Hartland, VT) followed with 14 points, 9 from behind the arc.

The women will host Regis College on Saturday February 15th at 2:00.

February 11, 2003 vs Gordon College
ENDICOTT DROPS TO GORDON
Endicott (11-9) was defeated by cross-town rival Gordon College (9-10) 61-70 tonight at home in the Post Center. Gordon took an eight-point half time lead into the break and Endicott could not close the gap in the second half.

Despite three players score in double figures the Gulls could not match the inside play of the Fighting Scots. Gordon held Endicott post players to only 10 points for the game and shot only 33% compared to Gordon's 45%.

Endicott was led by senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) with 14 points, 6 assist and 5 steals. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) had 13 points, shooting 3-6 from behind the arc. Junior Chelsey Gilbert (Windham, ME) added 10 points to the total, shooting 2-3 from 3-point range.

Next game for the Gull will be Thursday when they travel to New England College for a 6:00pm game time.

February 8, 2003 vs Colby Sawyer College
ENDICOTT DOWNED BY COLBY SAWYER
Endicott (11-8) got off to a slow start in New London, NH today as conference foe Colby Sawyer (12-6) defeated the Gulls 51-67. Down 24-41 at the half, the Gulls continued to shoot poorly, a mere 31% from the floor for the game compared to the shooting Chargers 52%.

The Gulls did have three players in double figures for the game led by senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) with 12 points, Jodi Brown (Fr. Coventry, RI) with 11 while Morgan Milowsky (Jr. Hartland, VT) added 10 points.

Endicott will host Gordon College on Tuesday February 11th, game time 8:00pm.

February 6, 2003 vs New England College
ENDICOTT WINS BIG
The Gulls defeated conference foe New England College at home tonight 57-38 to increase their overall record to 11-7 and 7-3 in the conference. Endicott had a five point lead with two seconds to go in the half when senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) launched a shot from half court to go up 28-20 at the break.

The second half belonged to the Gulls as Endicott held NEC to 18 second half points while shooting 66% from the floor including 3 for 5 from behind the arc. The games high scorer was Bedard with 14 points and 5 assist. Jen Lockhart (Sr. Wakefield, MA) was the high rebounder with 18 boards as well as chipping in 12 points. Freshman Sarah Voigt (Kingston,NH) had a break out game with 8 points shooting 4-5 from the floor. Chelsey Gilbert (Windham, ME) also poured in 8 points.

The Gulls will travel to Colby Sawyer this Saturday February 8th for a 1:00pm start.

February 4, 2003 vs Univ. of New England
ENDICOTT DROP ONE TO UNE
The Endicott women were defeated by conference opponent Univ. of New England (10-8) in Biddeford, ME tonight 60-69. The Gulls broke out to a 4-0 lead in the opening minutes of the game, but the Nor'easters responded with 18 consecutive points. UNE had a comfortable nine point lead at the intermission.

In the second half the Gulls cut the lead to come within six points, but could not recover the deficit. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) was the lone player in double figures for the Gulls with 16 points. Senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) had nine points, five assists and five steals.

The Gulls will host New England College on Thursday February 6th at 6:00pm.

February 1, 2003 vs Salve Regina University
ENDICOTT'S WINNING STREAK ENDS
Endicott's (10-6) seven game winning streak came to an end today as the visiting Seahawks of Salve Regina (13-2) defeated the Gulls 44-65. Salve Regina, ranked 6th in New England, took a 22-17 lead into the half time break. Both teams were cold in the first half missing a total of 43 shots and both teams shooting 25 % from the free throw line.

In the opening minute of the second half the Seahawks jumped out scoring on their first possession followed by a Endicott turnover and another score to increase their lead to nine. Endicott could not cut the lead as Salve pulled away with the victory. The Gulls did not help themselves shooting 32% (17-52) from the floor and only 43% (7-16) from the line.

The games high scorer and rebounder was Endicott's Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) who tallied 21 points and grabbed 17 rebounds.

Next game will be on Tuesday February 4th when they travel to University of New England for a 6:00pm tip off.

January 30, 2003 vs Wentworth Institute
ENDICOTT ESCAPES WENTWORTH
The Endicott women (10-5) traveled to conference opponent Wentworth Institute (2-13) this evening leaving with a 66-52 victory. The Gulls trailed early in the game as the Leopards jumped out to a quick lead. It was not until the 2:29 mark in the first half when Endicott finally took the lead for good going into the half up 26-18.

The second half the Gulls spent most of the time on the free throw line shooting 23-31 compared to Wentworth's 2-9. Three players scored in double figurers for the Gulls with Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) leading the way with a game high 16 points. Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) chipped in 13 points shooting 8-8 from the charity stripe. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) netted 11 points also shooting perfect from the line 4-4. Chelsey Gilbert (Windham, ME) and Lockhart each had 8 boards for the Gulls.

Next game will be Saturday February 1st 1:00 when they will host conference opponent Salve Regina University.

January 28, 2003 vs Nichols College
ENDICOTT BREAKS SCHOOL RECORD
The Endicott (9-5) women continued their winning streak tonight by beating conference opponent Nichols College (6-8) 58-46. This makes it six in a row for the Gulls who with tonight's game broke the school record for consecutive wins.

Endicott started the game off strong jumping out to a 5-0 run holding Nichols scoreless until the 16:37 mark. Then the Gulls got into foul trouble and had three starters on the bench with two fouls each. Despite being down at half time 23-24, Endicott's bench came through with seniors Katie Manchini (Rockland, MA) and Noel Curcio (Lake George, NY) contributing 8 points, 4-5 coming from the free throw line.

The Gulls were back at full strength to start the second half and quickly regained the lead two minutes into the half and never looked back. Once again senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) had an outstanding game with a game high 16 points-shooting 8-8 from the free throw line, 5 assists and 4 steals. Morgan Milowsky (Jr.Hartland, VT) poured in 11 points and freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) added 10 points.

The team will travel to Wentworth Institute on Thursday January 30th for a 6:00pm game.

January 25, 2003 vs Anna Maria College
ENDICOTT TIES SCHOOL RECORD WITH WIN
The Endicott women (8-5) traveled to Paxton, MA today to face conference opponent Anna Maria College (5-9) brining back a victory 71-58. The win gives the Gulls a 4-1 record in CCC play while tying a school record set back during the 1998-99 season for consecutive wins with five.

Leading 34-27 at the half, Amcats came out of the locker room scoring five unanswered points to cut the lead to two points. The Gulls finally got on the board two minutes into the half and never looked back.

For the second consecutive game four players scored in double figures with Michelle Bedard (Sr. Whitman, MA) and Chelsey Gilbert (Jr. Windham,ME) leading the way with 16 points each. Forwards Jenn Grace (Jr. Cornish, NH) and Jen Lockhart (Sr. Wakefield, MA) each had a double double with 13 points,10 boards and 10 points, 14 boards respectively. Next game will be Tuesday January 28th when they host Nichols College at 8:00pm.

January 21, 2003 vs Gordon College
ENDICOTT DEFEATS CROSS TOWN RIVAL
The women defeated cross-town rival Gordon College tonight 70-65 on the road to continue there win streak to four games. Senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) led a balanced attack as the Gulls came from a 10-point deficit in the first half to take the lead heading into the half (34-28).

Gordon rallied back in the second half to take the lead by one point with 8:05 remaining in the game. After that point the Gulls where able to shut down the Scots who were held scoreless until the 3:30 mark. During that time EC was able to run off nine unanswered points to regain the lead and take home the win.

Outstanding performances where turned in by the entire team in particular by four players scoring in double figures. Lockhart who scored 20 points and grabbed 9 boards. Junior Morgan Milowsky (Hartford, VT) had a career night scoring 15 points shooting 60% from the floor. Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) chipped in 12 points including two key free throws at the end of the game. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) poured in 11 points shooting 50% from the floor.

Next game for the Gulls will be Saturday January 25th when they travel to conference opponent Anna Maria College 1:00pm start time.

January 16, 2003 vs Colby Sawyer
ENDICOTT AMBUSHES COLBY SAWYER
Senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) drove to the lane to score the game winning basket with four seconds remaining to give the Gulls a 61-60 win at home tonight over conference opponent Colby Sawyer. Endicott was up at the half 33-27 shutting down the 7-1 Chargers who were undefeated in conference play (2-0) until tonight's game.

Colby Sawyer took the lead with 2:01 remaining in the game as both team where unable to score until Lockhart's basket. Lockhart was the games high scorer with 18 points shooting 9 for 13 from the floor, she also grabbed 13 boards.

Senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) had a career high night scoring 16 points shooting 10 for 12 from the charity strip and dishing out 7 assist. Freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) scored in double figures as well with 11 points, 9 from behind the arc shooting 3 for 5.

The Gulls are currently 6-5 overall and 2-1 in conference play. The women's will travel to Gordon College on Tuesday January 21 for a 6:00 game time.

January 11, 2003 vs Roger Williams University
ENDICOTT COLLECTS FIRST CONFERENCE WIN
The Endicott women defeated conference opponent Roger Williams University (64-57) on the road today to tie their conference record 1-1, 5-5 overall. The Gulls came out on fire in the first half shooting 44% from the floor (15-34), 62% from three-point range (5-8). Junior Morgan Milowsky (Hartland, VT) had the hot hand with 12 points 4-7 shooting three of the four behind the arc. Senior Katie Manchini (Rockland, MA) was the spark for the team connecting on 4 for 4 for a total of eight points. Endicott went into the half with a comfortable fifteen point lead 40-25.

In the second half Roger Williams was able to cut the lead, but the Gulls hung on for the victory by capitalizing on their opportunities from the free throw line by hitting 9-11. Milowsky led the team in scoring with 12 points and senior Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) followed with 11 points and was the games high rebounder with 15 boards. Manchini finished with 10 points shooting 100% for the game.

January 4, 2003 vs Lyndon State (Florida)
ENDICOTT DEFEATS LYNDON STATE IN WEBBER TOURNAMENT
The Endicott women defeated Lyndon State 58-39 in the consolation game at the Webber University tournament in Babson Park Florida. The Gulls led at the half 21-11 and were able to break open the game in the second half led by freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) collecting 11 of her 18 points in the second half. Junior Chelsey Gilbert (Windham, ME) was the second leading scorer with 12 points shooting 57% from the floor including 2-4 from 3 point range. Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) was the high rebounder with 13 boards. The Gulls will travel to conference opponent Roger Williams on Saturday January 11th 3:00pm.

January 3, 2003 vs Webber International University (Florida)
ENDICOTT LOSES TO WEBBER INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
The women travel to Webber University in Babson Park Florida for a two day tournament. Playing the host school in the 3:00pm game Endicott came up short 60-84. In the first half the Gulls were down one point with three minutes remaining and was held scoreless while Webber went on a eight point surge to led going into the half 39-30. Webber maintained their led throughout the second half and shot 60% from the floor compared to Endicott's 29%. Endicott was also unable to capitalize from the free throw line shooting 9-19 (47%) in the second half. Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) led the Gulls in scoring with17 points and in rebounding with 11 boards. Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) was second in scoring with 12 points shooting 50% from the floor. Morgan Milowsky (Hartland, VT) chipped in 10 points hitting 3-6 from the three point arc. The team will face Lyndon State in the consolation game tomorrow.

December 12, 2002 vs Bridgewater State College
ENDICOTT WOMEN'S BASKETBALL OVERTAKEN BY BRIDGEWATER STATE

The Endicott women's basketball team lost to Bridgewater State College tonight 48-73 at the Tinsley Center in Bridgewater. The Gulls were down 22-37 at the break, then in the second half's first eight minutes the Bears broke away with 18 unanswered points to secure the win.

The Gulls were led by freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) for the second game in a row who connected on three three-pointers to lead the Endicott's scoring with nine. Junior Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) went 4 for 11 from the floor tallying 8 points. Senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) had a solid defensive game for Endicott with six steals and only 2 turnovers.

The Gulls are off until after the New Year as they head to Babson Park, Florida to take part in the Webber College Invitational on the 3rd and 4th of January.

December 10, 2002 vs Pine Manor College
ENDICOTT COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL BREEZES BY PINE MANOR
Beverly, MA (12-10-02)- Tonight the Endicott women's basketball team defeated Pine Manor College for the second time this season 68-56. The first meeting between the two teams was in the championship game at the Wheaton College tip-off tournament earlier this season with Endicott taking home the victory 51-37.

The first half was a back and forth battle with Pine Manor taking the lead into half time (35-36). Both team shot well in the first half with Pine Manor shooting 48% from the floor and Endicott shooting 40%.

In the opening minutes of the second half the Gulls went on a 13-0 run and never looked back. Endicott' guards led the offensive attack with freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) scoring a game high 17 points shooting 3 for 6 from the three-point arc. Senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) had a career high night with 16 points, sinking 8 for 8 from the free throw line. Two other Gulls scored in double digits with Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) achieving a double double with 14 points and 13 boards and junior forward Jenn Grace also putting in a great offensive effort with 13 points.

The Gulls will use the momentum from this win when they travel to Bridgewater State this Thursday, December 12 at 7:00pm.

December 7, 2002 vs Curry College
ANOTHER CLOSE ONE FOR ENDICOTT COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
The Endicott women's basketball team traveled to conference opponent Curry College (6-0) today coming up short 50-58 . Poor shooting in the first half (3-21) contributed to a 12 point deficit at the half (14-26) for the Gulls. Endicott was able to make a rally in the second half shooting 46% from the floor and 50% from the 3 point arc, cutting the lead in the final minutes of the game. The Gulls were able to hold Curry scoreless from the 4:18 mark scoring eight unanswered points, four of those points coming on made free throws by Amy Sierman ('06, Rutland, VT.). EC was forced to foul with one minute to go in the game, Curry connected on 2 of 4 to end the game.

Senior Laurie Lang (Monroe, NH) was a spark off the bench leading the Gulls in scoring with 14 points and grabbing seven rebounds. Forward Jenn Grace ('04, Cornish, NH) was second in scoring with 10 points and contributing 9 points to Endicott's total was junior guard Morgan Milowsky (Hartland, VT).

The Gulls will play Pine Manor for the second time this season on Tuesday, December 10th at the Post Center at 6:00pm. Endicott won the first meeting at the Wheaton College Tip-off Tournament in the championship game.

December 5, 2002 vs St. Joseph's College (ME)
ENDICOTT COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS SHORT TO ST. JOE'S
The Endicott women's basketball team played a close game against St. Joseph's College of Maine tonight coming up short 50-54. The Gulls where able overcome a 13 point deficit at the half (14-27) to cut the lead to 4 with 3 minutes remaining in the game. Missed opportunities at the free throw line in the second half ultimately cost the Gulls the game shooting only 10 for 19 from the line.

Junior forward Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) led the Gulls in scoring with 17 points and senior forward Jen Lockhart (Wakefield, MA) added 6 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for Endicott. Junior Chelsea Gilbert (Windham, ME) put up 13 points for the Gulls, hitting 4 for 5 from the 3-point arc.

The Gulls return to action on Saturday, December 7th at Curry College at 1:00pm. This will be the first conference game of the season for both teams.

December 3, 2002 vs Suffolk University
ENDICOTT COLLEGE WOMEN SUFFERS THEIR FIRST LOSS OF THE SEASON
The Endicott women's basketball team lost to Suffolk University 52-64 in Boston this evening. The Gulls were down by just 6 at the half, but Suffolk continued to build a lead despite a number of Endicott rallies. Jenn Grace ('04, Cornish, NH) was the high scorer for the Gulls putting up 13 points and taking down 8 rebounds. Jen Lockhart ('03, Wakefield, MA) tallied 10 points and 7 rebounds. Jodi Brown ('06, Coventry, RI) added to Endicott's scoring with 8 points. The Gulls will play St. Joe's of Maine at home on Thursday, December 5, at 7PM.

November 23, 2002 Wheaton College Tournament vs. Pine Manor
ENDICOTT WINS WHEATON COLLEGE TIP-OFF TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP
The Endicott women's basketball team defeated Pine Manor College, 51-37 in the championship game to capture the Wheaton College Tip-Off Tournament title. The Gulls had 11 first-half steals to take a 23-17 lead at half-time. Endicott's Jen Lockhart ('03, Wakefield, MA), named Tournament MVP, contributed 12 points and a game-high of 19 rebounds to the win. Junior forward Jenn Grace (Cornish, NH) tallied 16 points and 7 rebounds. Senior Michelle Bedard (Whitman, MA) put in another 5 points for the game and was named to the All Tournament Team. The Gulls are back in action on Tuesday, December 3rd at Suffolk University at 7:00pm.

November 22, 2002 Wheaton College Tournament vs Maine Maritime
ENDICOTT COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS SEASON OPENER
The Endicott women's basketball team defeated Maine Maritime 48-44 in the Wheaton College Tip-Off Tournament yesterday. In this season opener, the Gulls overcame a seven-point first-half deficit, tied the game at 32 with ten minutes remaining, and never looked back, leading the Lady Mariners until the final buzzer. Endicott's Jen Lockhart ('03, Wakefield, MA) demonstrated strong inside play, accounting for the first five points of the second half, helping her to a total of 11 points and six boards for the evening. Also, freshman Jodi Brown (Coventry, RI) contributed eight points in the victory. The Endicott team now advances to the tournament championship against Pine Manor College tomorrow, Saturday, November 23rd at 3:00PM.