Oct. 22, 2007
Three Bucknell student-athletes were honored with Patriot League women's soccer weekly awards, including Jennifer Dervarics (Offensive Player), Kathryn Sutton (Goalkeeper) and Christa Matlack (Rookie). Lehigh's Michaela Pawlewicz was named the Patriot League Defensive Player of the Week.
Patriot League Women's Soccer Release - 10.22.07
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BRINE Offensive Player of the Week
Jennifer Dervarics, Bucknell Jr., F, Emmaus, Pa.
Dervarics scored two goals in Bucknell's road win over Colgate on Saturday. With those tallies she surpassed her career high for both goals and points in a single season. The junior forward is second in the Patriot League in points (23) and tied for second in goals (nine).
BRINE Defensive Player of the Week
Michaela Pawlewicz, Lehigh Sr., D, Wayne, Pa.
Pawlewicz anchored a Lehigh defense that limited rival Lafayette to just one shot on goal in a 2-0 win. The Mountain Hawks also held Princeton to one goal in a midweek matchup. This is the second Patriot League Defensive Player of the Week honor for Pawlewicz this season.
BRINE Goalkeeper of the Week
Kathryn Sutton, Bucknell So., Coatesville, Pa.
For the third week in a row and the fourth time this season, Sutton is honored as the Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week. The sophomore netminder gave up just one goal in a 3-1 victory at Colgate. She made five saves on the day and posted an .833 save percentage.
BRINE Rookie of the Week
Christa Matlack, Bucknell Fr., F, South Williamsport, Pa.
Matlack added an insurance goal for the Bison in their first-ever road win versus Colgate. The two-time Patriot League Rookie of the Week leads all freshmen in points (14) and goals (six).
Honorable Mention
Kelsey Brasher, American
So., M, Hagerstown, Md.
Netted both of American's goals in a 2-2 tie with Navy.
Patriot League Notebook
Three To Go
With three Patriot League games remaining on the schedule, as many as seven schools could end up hosting the 2007 Patriot League Tournament. It is mathematically possible for anyone from Bucknell to Lehigh to host the tournament, and all eight teams still have a shot at making the four-team field. This weekend's key games include third-place Army at fourth-place Navy on Friday night, and Army against second-place American on Sunday.
Quotable
"Amelia's (Janoski) goal was just beautiful. To get a win, a Patriot League win, on Senior Day gets us that much closer to a tournament bid. As I have said before, this team is just unbelievable."
~Army Head Coach Gene Ventriglia following his team's 2-1 win over Holy Cross
"In the big picture, this was an important win for us. We needed to get three points out of this game, and we were able to do so. It's frustrating to have so many chances and not finish them, but we did get a league win at home and that should help us as we get ready for next week."
~Lehigh Head Coach Manny Oudin after his team defeated Lafayette 2-0
Patriot League Tournament
The 2007 Patriot League Tournament will be held Friday and Sunday, November 9 and 11 at the site of the highest-seed. The teams with the top four regular-season records will qualify for the Patriot League tourney.
Team Notebooks
American
The Eagles remain unbeaten in Patriot League play, but have fallen out of a first-place tie following a 2-2 double overtime draw against Navy on Sunday. American has three home games remaining in the Patriot League, and they will host Holy Cross and Army this week.
Army
Army continued its surge up the Patriot League standings with a 2-1 victory over Holy Cross on Friday. Goalkeeper Alex Lostetter made two saves to hold the Crusaders to one goal. The Black Knights, who are currently alone in third place, will travel to American and Navy this weekend.
Bucknell
Bucknell sits alone in first place atop the Patriot League standings following a 3-1 victory over Colgate. The win was the first ever for the Bison in Hamilton, N.Y. Forward Jennifer Dervarics scored two goals for Bucknell, increasing her career total to 21. The Bison will take on the Lehigh Valley this weekend for games at home against Lafayette and Lehigh.
Colgate
Colgate lost a 3-1 decision at home to Bucknell on Saturday, dropping its Patriot League record to 1-3-0. The loss was the fifth in the last eight games for Colgate. Franny Iacuzzi scored the 44th goal of her career, moving her into a tie for eighth on the Patriot League all-time list. The Raiders will play host to Lafayette and Lehigh this weekend.
Holy Cross
Holy Cross suffered their third consecutive defeat in Patriot League action after a 2-1 defeat at Army. The Crusaders will play three games this week, at home against Fairfield, and on the road at Navy and American.
Lafayette
The `Pards fell to 0-4-0 in Patriot League play after a 2-0 defeat at Lehigh Saturday night. The loss was the ninth in the last 10 games for Lafayette. The Leopards will hit the road this weekend for games at Bucknell and Colgate.
Lehigh
Lehigh picked up a valuable three points with a win over Lafayette on Saturday night. The win snapped a five-game winless streak for the Mountain Hawks. Liz Carlos scored her team-high fourth goal of the season in the game's 60th minute to secure the victory.
Navy
The Mids recorded their second consecutive tie on Sunday afternoon, as they posted a 2-2 double overtime draw at American. Brigitte Fox and Shelly Moeller each had a goal for Navy, who currently sits in fourth place in the League standings.
