After a big week last week, we were all kind of thankful to only have one game this weekend. We traveled down to Cleveland State on Thursday for a Friday night game. This was our conference opener and we really wanted to send a statement to the rest of our conference.
The first couple minutes of the game were frantic because we wanted to high pressure and Cleveland state was just kicking the ball. But we finally got it settled down and I got the ball on the left side and crossed it and Apple headed the ball in the goal. We were up 1-0 and could finally settle down a bit. Then Emily Scott scored her first career goal off a corner kick. Then Kiki sent another great cross in the box and Laurel was able to get her head on it for us to go up 3-0 going into half time. We were feeling pretty good at halftime with our lead and really just focused on not giving up anything in the second half. That is exactly what we did. The defense played great and got the shut out and I even got another assist when I played to ball to Apple at the top of the box and which she was able to do a move around the defender and score. Overall we were very happy with the result (4-0) and the fact that everyone got to get in the game.
Next weekend we have both Friday and Sunday games at home so come out and support your Panthers!!!!!!
Sep 17, 2011
Sep 12, 2011
Rivalry Week!
This week was rivalry week as we were playing both Marquette and UW-Madison. The first game was against Marquette on Wednesday and nationally televised on Fox Soccer Channel. We knew this game was gonna be huge because they were ranked #12 and we were ranked #14 in the nation. Also with the campuses only being 3 miles apart and so many of us knowing the girls from Marquette, this game was going to be intense. We wanted to get as many people out to the game as possible, so we passed out flyers and took to using social media. We got the job done with a record crowd of 2,212. The atmosphere of the game was incredible. We had an awesome student section, so I need to make a special shout out to the ENGELMANN ELITE! The game though did not end up how we wanted it to; we lost 0-1 in heartbreaking fashion. Marquette scored in the 108th minute off a chip over our keeper. Overall, though, we didn’t play our best soccer, we gave the ball away too much and couldn’t really get a flow going. The game was fast paced and while we did lose, I don’t think we disappointed the UWM community. Thanks so much for all those who came out to the game and supported us, we really appreciated it!
I know that I have already given my parents a shout out in this blog but they truly deserved a shout out after leaving work early and driving 6 hours to the game. Then turning right around and driving 6 hours back home after the game to get home just in time for a little nap and then to go to work in the morning. Dave & Susette YOU ROCK!!!!
While the loss the Marquette put us in a little bit of a depression we knew we didn’t have much time to get ready for UW-Madison. Madison was coming in ranked #24 and just like Marquette we know them extremely well. I think the loss to Marquette helped us in the game against Madison because we were very determined to win. Also they had beaten us twice last year, so I know all the upperclassman on the team were eager to get another chance at them. We came out on fire and really frustrated Madison. We scored early off a corner kick by Kiki and while Hannah Kaul initially hit it and it looked like it crossed the goal line. The ball popped out to none other than Apple who smashed it home. Hannah, I give you credit in my book for the goal. :) We went into halftime feeling really good about how we were playing and with a 1-0 lead. But we knew Madison wouldn’t just roll over because we were playing well. We came out and were still dominating but Madison got a goal against the run of play and so it was 1-1 but we knew were playing well and getting chances so we would get a goal soon. Then with about 5 minutes left they had a obvious hand ball in the box which we thought would have given us a pk to win the game on but the ref didn’t call it and so we headed to overtime. [Editor’s Note: The referee had a reason for not calling the handball… unfortunately for him, no one in the stadium agreed… and it was the last minute of regulation] In overtime, again we came out and dominated and finally Mary sent a great ball to Apple at the top of the box who cracked a shot in the upper left corned of the goal for us to win on golden goal rule. We were soooooo happy to win that game because we believed that we truly deserved it and we worked out butts off to win that game. The defense was incredible all weekend. They all worked so hard and most importantly together.
While we ended the weekend 1-1 and we were handed our first loss of the season, we are still 7-1 and off the best start in school history. We learned a lot about ourselves this weekend and I believe got better. Thanks to the fans who continually come out and support us, especially during our rivalry week!
Go Panthers!!!!!!
I know that I have already given my parents a shout out in this blog but they truly deserved a shout out after leaving work early and driving 6 hours to the game. Then turning right around and driving 6 hours back home after the game to get home just in time for a little nap and then to go to work in the morning. Dave & Susette YOU ROCK!!!!
While the loss the Marquette put us in a little bit of a depression we knew we didn’t have much time to get ready for UW-Madison. Madison was coming in ranked #24 and just like Marquette we know them extremely well. I think the loss to Marquette helped us in the game against Madison because we were very determined to win. Also they had beaten us twice last year, so I know all the upperclassman on the team were eager to get another chance at them. We came out on fire and really frustrated Madison. We scored early off a corner kick by Kiki and while Hannah Kaul initially hit it and it looked like it crossed the goal line. The ball popped out to none other than Apple who smashed it home. Hannah, I give you credit in my book for the goal. :) We went into halftime feeling really good about how we were playing and with a 1-0 lead. But we knew Madison wouldn’t just roll over because we were playing well. We came out and were still dominating but Madison got a goal against the run of play and so it was 1-1 but we knew were playing well and getting chances so we would get a goal soon. Then with about 5 minutes left they had a obvious hand ball in the box which we thought would have given us a pk to win the game on but the ref didn’t call it and so we headed to overtime. [Editor’s Note: The referee had a reason for not calling the handball… unfortunately for him, no one in the stadium agreed… and it was the last minute of regulation] In overtime, again we came out and dominated and finally Mary sent a great ball to Apple at the top of the box who cracked a shot in the upper left corned of the goal for us to win on golden goal rule. We were soooooo happy to win that game because we believed that we truly deserved it and we worked out butts off to win that game. The defense was incredible all weekend. They all worked so hard and most importantly together.
While we ended the weekend 1-1 and we were handed our first loss of the season, we are still 7-1 and off the best start in school history. We learned a lot about ourselves this weekend and I believe got better. Thanks to the fans who continually come out and support us, especially during our rivalry week!
Go Panthers!!!!!!
Sep 5, 2011
Searching For Gold at the Minnesota Gold Classic
This weekend we took a road trip to play in the Minnesota Classic. Our first game was against Iowa State on Friday. They were a big, physical team but our skill eventually dominated. Apple scored in the first half off a free kick right outside the box. She blasted it right past the wall and goalie for us to take a 1-0 lead. We came out in the second half and really took it to Iowa State and then Mocha (Kelly) gave us the insurance goal off a great cross from Apple. Apple took the ball end line and crossed it and Mocha headed the ball home. We won 2-0 and were off to a great start on the weekend!
Saturday the team went to Mall of America and it was HUGE! Vienna and I walked around and we are pretty sure we counted about five footlockers. We wanted to go on a roller coaster but didn’t feel like paying $20 for one ride……college budget. Then we went to the Holbert’s house for Dinner! Thanks so much to all the parents for all the great food!!!!
Our final game of the weekend was against Minnesota and we knew this was gonna be a hard battle. It sure was, there was a great crowd and the game was extremely exciting. The first half we got pinned back in our half for a little while because Minnesota was high pressuring all over the field. Minnesota was very athletic and ran at us all game but we kept calm. Finally in the 76th minute off a free kick from kiki and which Apple headed into the top left corner.
Saturday the team went to Mall of America and it was HUGE! Vienna and I walked around and we are pretty sure we counted about five footlockers. We wanted to go on a roller coaster but didn’t feel like paying $20 for one ride……college budget. Then we went to the Holbert’s house for Dinner! Thanks so much to all the parents for all the great food!!!!
Our final game of the weekend was against Minnesota and we knew this was gonna be a hard battle. It sure was, there was a great crowd and the game was extremely exciting. The first half we got pinned back in our half for a little while because Minnesota was high pressuring all over the field. Minnesota was very athletic and ran at us all game but we kept calm. Finally in the 76th minute off a free kick from kiki and which Apple headed into the top left corner.
Aug 29, 2011
2-0 at the Milwaukee Cup!
This weekend was the Milwaukee Cup, a tournament we host with our cross town rivals Marquette, and this year Long Beach State and St. Louis were invited.
We played Long Beach State on Friday night under the lights! It was an awesome game that was extremely high energy. Long Beach State was a very good team and was a great test for us but I can happily say that we came out on top 3-2. Long Beach State scored first and early but our team kept our composure and knew that soccer is a long game and that we had a long time to get back in it but it didn't take us too long. Apple got the scoring started after Kiki megged a Long Beach State player and left her in the dust, then she crossed a perfect ball to the back post which Apple headed home. The next goal was a penalty kick that was put away calmly by Apple (I told you her name would come up a lot). But Long Beach State was a good team and never gave up and got another goal. So the score was now 2-2 and both teams were pushing as hard they could. But no one can stop the little Canadian a.k.a. KIKI!!!!! Kiki scored the winning goal in the 80th minute and it was a great shot that she placed perfectly in the lower right corner, just out of reach from the goalie. The whole team played great and every sub that came on made an impact so an awesome win for UWM!
Our second game of the weekend was against St. Louis on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. We came out with a lot of energy but they sat back and were quite content to defend. So we got a little frustrated in the first half because we just couldn't quite seem to get a goal, even with all of the chances we generated. We went into half time 0-0 and were determined to come out and put them under even more pressure. Then Mocha (Kelly Lewers) got the scoring started off a pass from Speed demon Morgan LaPlant. We were all able to take a deep breath once we got that first goal. Then two Super Seniors Laurel and Kenz combined to give us an insueance goal. Laurel scored a great placed header off a Kenzie free kick. Finally Apple scored another header off another great serve from Kiki. The final score was 3-0 and everyone was feeling very happy with two wins on the weekend. Sadly, though, we came in second to Marquette on goal differential for the Milwaukee Cup. Congrats to Apple, Kiki, and Kelsey Holbert on all-tournament team!!!!
I have to give a shout out to my parents, who are the best in the world, and they drive to all my games from Michigan! Also another shout out to Coach David for getting our sweet new Adidas uniforms and gear for this weekend! Overall a great weekend with two wins, amazing weather, lots of fans, and everyone healthy!!!!!!!
Go Panthers!!!!!
We played Long Beach State on Friday night under the lights! It was an awesome game that was extremely high energy. Long Beach State was a very good team and was a great test for us but I can happily say that we came out on top 3-2. Long Beach State scored first and early but our team kept our composure and knew that soccer is a long game and that we had a long time to get back in it but it didn't take us too long. Apple got the scoring started after Kiki megged a Long Beach State player and left her in the dust, then she crossed a perfect ball to the back post which Apple headed home. The next goal was a penalty kick that was put away calmly by Apple (I told you her name would come up a lot). But Long Beach State was a good team and never gave up and got another goal. So the score was now 2-2 and both teams were pushing as hard they could. But no one can stop the little Canadian a.k.a. KIKI!!!!! Kiki scored the winning goal in the 80th minute and it was a great shot that she placed perfectly in the lower right corner, just out of reach from the goalie. The whole team played great and every sub that came on made an impact so an awesome win for UWM!
Our second game of the weekend was against St. Louis on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. We came out with a lot of energy but they sat back and were quite content to defend. So we got a little frustrated in the first half because we just couldn't quite seem to get a goal, even with all of the chances we generated. We went into half time 0-0 and were determined to come out and put them under even more pressure. Then Mocha (Kelly Lewers) got the scoring started off a pass from Speed demon Morgan LaPlant. We were all able to take a deep breath once we got that first goal. Then two Super Seniors Laurel and Kenz combined to give us an insueance goal. Laurel scored a great placed header off a Kenzie free kick. Finally Apple scored another header off another great serve from Kiki. The final score was 3-0 and everyone was feeling very happy with two wins on the weekend. Sadly, though, we came in second to Marquette on goal differential for the Milwaukee Cup. Congrats to Apple, Kiki, and Kelsey Holbert on all-tournament team!!!!
I have to give a shout out to my parents, who are the best in the world, and they drive to all my games from Michigan! Also another shout out to Coach David for getting our sweet new Adidas uniforms and gear for this weekend! Overall a great weekend with two wins, amazing weather, lots of fans, and everyone healthy!!!!!!!
Go Panthers!!!!!
Aug 23, 2011
Introducing your blogger for 2011, Helen Steinhauser
Hello Panther Fans!
I would like to introduce myself before you begin reading my blog about the 2011 Milwaukee women's soccer season. My name is Helen Steinhauser and I am a junior from Ann Arbor, MI. I grew up on a small farm outside of Ann Arbor and I am studying to get a degree in math. I play mostly on the left side but have played basically every position except goalie in my two years here at Milwaukee. I hope you enjoy my blog!
Our first game on the season was a kind of homecoming for me being that the game was played at Michigan state. I got to see some family and friends as well as old club teammates. Shout out to the Faylor's, Cindy Masini, Sarah Gadway, The Pheiffer's, Unlce Tom, Aunt Sue, and my cousin Sam and his friends. Thanks for the support! Now on to the game, we beat the Spartans by the same score as last year, 3-2. We came out very high intensity and scored 2 quick goals early in the first half. The first goal was created by Apple (Sarah Hagen) being a unstoppable, she took a shot that the goalie couldn't handle and left it on a platter for me to tap in the goal! The next goal was scored by Apple (get use to hearing her name), off a corner taken by myself. I just put the ball in a the air and let Apple go up and get it and she nailed it! Apple would score our third goal by getting a nice ball into her feet from Kiki (Keara Thompson) and making a composing finish in the box. We went into half time with a 3-0 lead and feeling very confident but we knew that Michigan State was a good team would try to come back. They scored 2 second half goals to make the game interesting but the second was was scored with only 45 seconds left. Over all a great start to the season! Shout out to the defense because they had their hands full the whole game!
Our second game of the weekend was going to be our home opener against Depaul and also it was our field dedication. We had an awesome crowd and now I can officially say that Laura Moynihan Field at Engelmann Stadium was rocking this past Sunday afternoon. Again we came out high intensity and scored a very early goal. Two freshmen, Kelsey Holbert and Kelly Lewers a.k.a. Mocha, hooked up to score in the first 40 seconds. Kels played a nice ball over the top and Mocha beat the keeper to put us up 1-0. That was all we needed because that ended up being the final score. Another shout of the defense for their first shutout of the season!
Overall a great starting weekend for your Panthers! Two good wins with one being on the road at a Big Ten school and no one got hurt! Next week we play in the Milwaukee Cup so home game Friday at 7 and Sunday at 1. Also the Friday game is a double header with the mens team so should be an awesome night for soccer! Come out and show your support!
I would like to introduce myself before you begin reading my blog about the 2011 Milwaukee women's soccer season. My name is Helen Steinhauser and I am a junior from Ann Arbor, MI. I grew up on a small farm outside of Ann Arbor and I am studying to get a degree in math. I play mostly on the left side but have played basically every position except goalie in my two years here at Milwaukee. I hope you enjoy my blog!
Our first game on the season was a kind of homecoming for me being that the game was played at Michigan state. I got to see some family and friends as well as old club teammates. Shout out to the Faylor's, Cindy Masini, Sarah Gadway, The Pheiffer's, Unlce Tom, Aunt Sue, and my cousin Sam and his friends. Thanks for the support! Now on to the game, we beat the Spartans by the same score as last year, 3-2. We came out very high intensity and scored 2 quick goals early in the first half. The first goal was created by Apple (Sarah Hagen) being a unstoppable, she took a shot that the goalie couldn't handle and left it on a platter for me to tap in the goal! The next goal was scored by Apple (get use to hearing her name), off a corner taken by myself. I just put the ball in a the air and let Apple go up and get it and she nailed it! Apple would score our third goal by getting a nice ball into her feet from Kiki (Keara Thompson) and making a composing finish in the box. We went into half time with a 3-0 lead and feeling very confident but we knew that Michigan State was a good team would try to come back. They scored 2 second half goals to make the game interesting but the second was was scored with only 45 seconds left. Over all a great start to the season! Shout out to the defense because they had their hands full the whole game!
Our second game of the weekend was going to be our home opener against Depaul and also it was our field dedication. We had an awesome crowd and now I can officially say that Laura Moynihan Field at Engelmann Stadium was rocking this past Sunday afternoon. Again we came out high intensity and scored a very early goal. Two freshmen, Kelsey Holbert and Kelly Lewers a.k.a. Mocha, hooked up to score in the first 40 seconds. Kels played a nice ball over the top and Mocha beat the keeper to put us up 1-0. That was all we needed because that ended up being the final score. Another shout of the defense for their first shutout of the season!
Overall a great starting weekend for your Panthers! Two good wins with one being on the road at a Big Ten school and no one got hurt! Next week we play in the Milwaukee Cup so home game Friday at 7 and Sunday at 1. Also the Friday game is a double header with the mens team so should be an awesome night for soccer! Come out and show your support!
Nov 9, 2010
HORIZON LEAGUE TOURNAMENT CHAMPS!!!!
We headed to Butler this weekend for the Horizon League Conference Tournament. This was a huge weekend because it was do or die, win or go home. The only way that we could go on to the NCAA Tournament was to win the conference tournament. It also turned out to be the perfect opportunity for some redemption against the two teams we lost to in regular season play.
First up was Wright State in the semi-finals on Friday. This was the second game in a row we played Wright State, losing 1-0 to them in our final regular season game. The loss was fresh in our minds and not something we wanted to repeat. We came out with a lot more energy in this game and took it to Wright State from the beginning. Apple got us on the board first when she finished a cross from Sperl in the 16th minute. Wright State cleared the ball off of a free kick but Sperl won it back and took it end line before sending a cross in to Apple who finished with her head. We didn’t let up and scored the second and final goal of the game in 25th minute. Sperl sent a great ball in the box off of a free kick that held up perfectly for Helen to volley into the net. We created numerous more chances that we didn’t quite convert but our two goals proved to be enough to send us to the finals on Sunday.
On Saturday we had training in the afternoon and then went to cheer on the volleyball team who were also playing at Butler this weekend. We got a little bit rowdy and were probably some of the most obnoxious fans the Butler parents had seen, but UWM won in four games and we’d like to think that we may have contributed just a little bit.
When Sunday finally arrived, we couldn’t have been more ready. The regular season loss against Butler had been especially disappointing because it was a home game and we were all really eager to make a huge statement. Without a doubt, we achieved that goal. We scored first in the 31st minute when the Butler goalie fumbled a ball in the box and Stern slotted it in. We went in to halftime with a 1-0 lead but came out for the second half and completely took control. We scored four more goals, two from Apple and one each from Meghan and Helen. The game ended 5-0 for Milwaukee; we were tournament champs for the third straight year!
Thanks to everyone who made the trip to Indianapolis to support us this weekend. Also thank you to the Hagen’s and Wandolowski's for this weekend’s treat bags.
After driving home Sunday following the game, we headed to Via on Downer Monday afternoon to watch the NCAA Tournament draw and to find out who and where we will be playing next weekend. We head across town to Marquette to play Wisconsin in the 1st round. The other two teams in our bracket are Marquette and Central Michigan. We have a week to prepare for a big state rivalry game and hopefully to make history and earn a spot in the Sweet Sixteen for the first time, with two wins.
First up was Wright State in the semi-finals on Friday. This was the second game in a row we played Wright State, losing 1-0 to them in our final regular season game. The loss was fresh in our minds and not something we wanted to repeat. We came out with a lot more energy in this game and took it to Wright State from the beginning. Apple got us on the board first when she finished a cross from Sperl in the 16th minute. Wright State cleared the ball off of a free kick but Sperl won it back and took it end line before sending a cross in to Apple who finished with her head. We didn’t let up and scored the second and final goal of the game in 25th minute. Sperl sent a great ball in the box off of a free kick that held up perfectly for Helen to volley into the net. We created numerous more chances that we didn’t quite convert but our two goals proved to be enough to send us to the finals on Sunday.
On Saturday we had training in the afternoon and then went to cheer on the volleyball team who were also playing at Butler this weekend. We got a little bit rowdy and were probably some of the most obnoxious fans the Butler parents had seen, but UWM won in four games and we’d like to think that we may have contributed just a little bit.
When Sunday finally arrived, we couldn’t have been more ready. The regular season loss against Butler had been especially disappointing because it was a home game and we were all really eager to make a huge statement. Without a doubt, we achieved that goal. We scored first in the 31st minute when the Butler goalie fumbled a ball in the box and Stern slotted it in. We went in to halftime with a 1-0 lead but came out for the second half and completely took control. We scored four more goals, two from Apple and one each from Meghan and Helen. The game ended 5-0 for Milwaukee; we were tournament champs for the third straight year!
Thanks to everyone who made the trip to Indianapolis to support us this weekend. Also thank you to the Hagen’s and Wandolowski's for this weekend’s treat bags.
After driving home Sunday following the game, we headed to Via on Downer Monday afternoon to watch the NCAA Tournament draw and to find out who and where we will be playing next weekend. We head across town to Marquette to play Wisconsin in the 1st round. The other two teams in our bracket are Marquette and Central Michigan. We have a week to prepare for a big state rivalry game and hopefully to make history and earn a spot in the Sweet Sixteen for the first time, with two wins.
Nov 4, 2010
Tournament Time...
Conference tournament is this weekend and we couldn’t be more ready to really make a statement and bring the championship back home with us. We had a bye last weekend, so we’ve had two weeks to prepare. It’s also been good to recuperate a little bit. After a hard week of training last week, we were given the weekend off to relax and spend some time together as a team. We did spend time together, going to a movie, dinner and the men’s game. But, it was a little bit hard to relax at the movie we went to see, Saw 3D. I still don’t think Laurel has quite recovered mentally.
We’ve had some really good training this week and can’t wait for this weekend. We play Wright State first on Friday and we’re ready for some redemption after our loss to them last weekend. There’s a lot at stake this weekend, the conference tournament title and bid into the NCAA tournament. We know it won’t be an easy task but we’re excited to go out and work hard to earn the two wins we need.
We’ve had some really good training this week and can’t wait for this weekend. We play Wright State first on Friday and we’re ready for some redemption after our loss to them last weekend. There’s a lot at stake this weekend, the conference tournament title and bid into the NCAA tournament. We know it won’t be an easy task but we’re excited to go out and work hard to earn the two wins we need.
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