Charlotte 49ers freshman goalkeeper Alex Kubrick was named the A-10 Rookie of the Week for her efforts in Charlotte's 2-0 start to the season. Kubrick is the first Niner to earn A-10 Rookie of the Week honors since Lacey McGowan accomplished the feat in October of last year.
Kubrick made her collegiate debut against Davidson on Friday night and in the process recorded her first career shutout in Charlotte's 1-0 victory over the Wildcats. Kubrick was outstanding again on Sunday when she helped the Niners to a 2-1 overtime victory over ACC foe N.C. State on the road. Kubrick has a combined 10 saves over the two games.
The team returns to action on Friday night against Arizona State.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Sunday, August 29, 2010
49ers move to 2-0
The Charlotte 49ers women's soccer team built upon their strong showing Friday night against Davidson with a comeback win over ACC foe N.C. State Sunday afternoon.
Senior Whitney Bryant buried the winning goal just four minutes into overtime to give the Niners a 2-1 win and a pair of coveted wins over two in-state rivals.
The Wolfpack out shot Charlotte 10-9 for the game but only garnered two attempts on net after halftime. Charlotte was equally impressive in both stanzas, getting four shots on net in the first half and five in the second, including two goals.
The Wolfpack carried play to begin the game, but the goalkeeping of Niner freshman Alex Kubrick kept Charlotte in the game. Kubrick made five saves in the first half, and the two teams entered the mid-way point deadlocked at zero.
Things didn't stay that way for very long in the second half though, as NC State finally got on the board when Paige Dugal found the back of the net from 35 yards out to give the Wolfpack a 1-0 lead in the 48th minute.
Less than a minute later, the Niners answered. Following a Sam Huecker corner kick, senior forward Whitney Weinraub corralled the ball out of a scrum in front of the net and sent it to Lacey McGowan, who connected from close range to tie the score at 1-1.
The two teams combined for 11 shots the rest of the second half but neither could find the back of the net. Just four minutes into the extra period, it was another loose ball that went in Charlotte's favor. Following a Megan Minnix free kick, Bryant gathered the loose ball and buried it in the back of the net to secure a 2-0 start for the Niners. Freshman Sarah Ann Waugh garnered an assist on the play for her first career point.
Charlotte returns to Transamerica Field on Friday for a primetime match-up with Pac-10 member Arizona State. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m.
Senior Whitney Bryant buried the winning goal just four minutes into overtime to give the Niners a 2-1 win and a pair of coveted wins over two in-state rivals.
The Wolfpack out shot Charlotte 10-9 for the game but only garnered two attempts on net after halftime. Charlotte was equally impressive in both stanzas, getting four shots on net in the first half and five in the second, including two goals.
The Wolfpack carried play to begin the game, but the goalkeeping of Niner freshman Alex Kubrick kept Charlotte in the game. Kubrick made five saves in the first half, and the two teams entered the mid-way point deadlocked at zero.
Things didn't stay that way for very long in the second half though, as NC State finally got on the board when Paige Dugal found the back of the net from 35 yards out to give the Wolfpack a 1-0 lead in the 48th minute.
Less than a minute later, the Niners answered. Following a Sam Huecker corner kick, senior forward Whitney Weinraub corralled the ball out of a scrum in front of the net and sent it to Lacey McGowan, who connected from close range to tie the score at 1-1.
The two teams combined for 11 shots the rest of the second half but neither could find the back of the net. Just four minutes into the extra period, it was another loose ball that went in Charlotte's favor. Following a Megan Minnix free kick, Bryant gathered the loose ball and buried it in the back of the net to secure a 2-0 start for the Niners. Freshman Sarah Ann Waugh garnered an assist on the play for her first career point.
Charlotte returns to Transamerica Field on Friday for a primetime match-up with Pac-10 member Arizona State. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Charlotte hosts Davidson in season opener
The Charlotte 49ers women's soccer team will kick off their season tonight when they take on their bitter rival-the Davidson Wildcats-at 7 p.m. at Transamerica Field.
The Charlotte athletic department will be holding a School Tools Drive prior to the match. Any fan bringing a school supply that benefits the drive will receive free admission into the game. A donation box will be located in front of the ticket office at Transamerica Field
Charlotte head coach John Cullen doesn't have many holes to fill as his team returns nine starters and 19 letterwinnners off a 2009 squad that won 16 games and reached a third consecutive A-10 championship game.
The seniors for Charlotte will be anchored by Whitney Bryant, Danielle Mayeaux, Ashley Roberto and Kirby Stenard and will play a substantial role in the 49ers success in 2010. Unfortunately, the Niners will have to push through without the help of senior captain and defensive stalwart Katie Davies, who suffered a broken ankle in a scrimmage last week.
The Niners come into Friday's match-up with the Wildcats sporting a 12-4 all-time record in season openers, including a 1-0 home triumph over Appalachian State in 2009. Friday's tilt will mark the 15th all-time match-up between the bitter rivals, with Charlotte holding a 10-3-1 series lead. The Niners blanked Davidson 2-0 in last season's match-up, but have lost three of the last four decisions to Davidson.
The Wildcats opened the season with a 2-0 shutout win on Sunday over UNC Wilmington. The Wildcats return 16 letterwinners and eight starters from last year's NCAA Tournament team. Dating back to 2009, the Wildcats are riding an eight-game unbeaten streak of 7-0-1.
The Charlotte athletic department will be holding a School Tools Drive prior to the match. Any fan bringing a school supply that benefits the drive will receive free admission into the game. A donation box will be located in front of the ticket office at Transamerica Field
Charlotte head coach John Cullen doesn't have many holes to fill as his team returns nine starters and 19 letterwinnners off a 2009 squad that won 16 games and reached a third consecutive A-10 championship game.
The seniors for Charlotte will be anchored by Whitney Bryant, Danielle Mayeaux, Ashley Roberto and Kirby Stenard and will play a substantial role in the 49ers success in 2010. Unfortunately, the Niners will have to push through without the help of senior captain and defensive stalwart Katie Davies, who suffered a broken ankle in a scrimmage last week.
The Niners come into Friday's match-up with the Wildcats sporting a 12-4 all-time record in season openers, including a 1-0 home triumph over Appalachian State in 2009. Friday's tilt will mark the 15th all-time match-up between the bitter rivals, with Charlotte holding a 10-3-1 series lead. The Niners blanked Davidson 2-0 in last season's match-up, but have lost three of the last four decisions to Davidson.
The Wildcats opened the season with a 2-0 shutout win on Sunday over UNC Wilmington. The Wildcats return 16 letterwinners and eight starters from last year's NCAA Tournament team. Dating back to 2009, the Wildcats are riding an eight-game unbeaten streak of 7-0-1.
49ers release first football series
The Charlotte 49ers, who received the final aproval for a football program earlier this month, have scheduled their first football series, beginning in 2013.
The Niners have scheduled a home-and-home series with the Morehead State Eagles of the Ohio Valley Conference. The Eagles' football team plays in the Pioneer League, their basketball teams play in the Ohio Valley Conference. Charlotte will visit the Eagles on Nov. 23, 2013 and then will play host on Nov. 22, 2014 in their on-campus stadium.
“The formal announcement that we are starting football in 2013 with no uncertainty was very exciting,” said 49ers Director of Athletics Judy Rose. “We quickly moved forward to begin scheduling and we are off and running. We are pleased to announce that we have scheduled the Charlotte 49ers first home and home series against Morehead State. There are many more games to schedule, including our inaugural game, but it’s exciting to report that we have our first contract in hand.”
The Niners have scheduled a home-and-home series with the Morehead State Eagles of the Ohio Valley Conference. The Eagles' football team plays in the Pioneer League, their basketball teams play in the Ohio Valley Conference. Charlotte will visit the Eagles on Nov. 23, 2013 and then will play host on Nov. 22, 2014 in their on-campus stadium.
“The formal announcement that we are starting football in 2013 with no uncertainty was very exciting,” said 49ers Director of Athletics Judy Rose. “We quickly moved forward to begin scheduling and we are off and running. We are pleased to announce that we have scheduled the Charlotte 49ers first home and home series against Morehead State. There are many more games to schedule, including our inaugural game, but it’s exciting to report that we have our first contract in hand.”
Monday, August 23, 2010
Charlotte announces non-conference schedule
The Charlotte 49ers women's basketball team has released their non-conference schedule for the 2010-11 season. Charlotte will begin play in the preseason WNIT, which features 13 postseason teams from a year ago.
Karen Aston's 49ers made their eighth consecutive postseason appearance last year when they made it to the second round of the WNIT. Not including the preseason WNIT, the Niners will face off with six different teams that played postseason basketball last season.
The preseason WNIT field consists of 2010 postseason tournament participants Austin Peay, Charlotte, DePaul, Florida, Hampton, Iona, James Madison, Lamar, Missouri State, Purdue, Toledo, South Dakota State and St. Francis (Pa.). Charlotte is guaranteed to play at least three games in the WNIT.
The Niners will play seven non-conference games in Halton Arena this season, where they are an impressive 103-22 over the last nine seasons.
Charlotte hosts Iona in the first round of the preseason WNIT and will also play host to non-conference foes Duke, Virginia Tech, East Carolina and VCU. Charlotte's road non-conference schedule features tilts with NC A&T, Arkansas State and a Christmas tournament in New Orleans hosted by Tulane. The Niners will face Tulane, an NCAA Tournament team from last year as well as Old Dominion.
November
13 IONA (Preseason WNIT) Charlotte, NC
14-15 Second Round Preseason WNIT
17-21 Preseason WNIT Semfinals & Championship
23 SAVANNAH STATE Charlotte, NC
27 DUKE Charlotte, NC
30 at North Carolina A&T Greensboro, NC
December
2 at UNC Wilmington Wilmington, NC
5 EAST CAROLINA Charlotte, NC
8 at Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
11 VCU Charlotte, NC
19 at Arkansas State Jonesboro, AR
22 MARYLAND-EASTERN SHORE Charlotte, NC
28-29 at Tulane Christmas Tourney New Orleans, LA
28 vs. Old Dominion
29 vs. Nicholls State/Tulane
January
2 VIRGINIA TECH Charlotte, NC
Karen Aston's 49ers made their eighth consecutive postseason appearance last year when they made it to the second round of the WNIT. Not including the preseason WNIT, the Niners will face off with six different teams that played postseason basketball last season.
The preseason WNIT field consists of 2010 postseason tournament participants Austin Peay, Charlotte, DePaul, Florida, Hampton, Iona, James Madison, Lamar, Missouri State, Purdue, Toledo, South Dakota State and St. Francis (Pa.). Charlotte is guaranteed to play at least three games in the WNIT.
The Niners will play seven non-conference games in Halton Arena this season, where they are an impressive 103-22 over the last nine seasons.
Charlotte hosts Iona in the first round of the preseason WNIT and will also play host to non-conference foes Duke, Virginia Tech, East Carolina and VCU. Charlotte's road non-conference schedule features tilts with NC A&T, Arkansas State and a Christmas tournament in New Orleans hosted by Tulane. The Niners will face Tulane, an NCAA Tournament team from last year as well as Old Dominion.
November
13 IONA (Preseason WNIT) Charlotte, NC
14-15 Second Round Preseason WNIT
17-21 Preseason WNIT Semfinals & Championship
23 SAVANNAH STATE Charlotte, NC
27 DUKE Charlotte, NC
30 at North Carolina A&T Greensboro, NC
December
2 at UNC Wilmington Wilmington, NC
5 EAST CAROLINA Charlotte, NC
8 at Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
11 VCU Charlotte, NC
19 at Arkansas State Jonesboro, AR
22 MARYLAND-EASTERN SHORE Charlotte, NC
28-29 at Tulane Christmas Tourney New Orleans, LA
28 vs. Old Dominion
29 vs. Nicholls State/Tulane
January
2 VIRGINIA TECH Charlotte, NC
Sunday, August 22, 2010
49ers tie Coastal Carolina in exhibition opener
The Charlotte 49ers men's soccer team played to a 0-0 tie against the Coastal Carolina University Chanticleers. It was Charlotte's first game at Transamerica Field since losing in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament in November to UNC Wilmington.
Scoring chances were few and far between during the defensive slugfest that garnered no goals for either team. Charlotte scored a goal late in the first half but it was disallowed due to an offside call. Junior forward Evan James came up with the Charlotte's other prime scoring chance when he sent a point-blank shot soaring over the crossbar midway through the first half.
Charlotte maintained possession for much of the game and held a 15-10 shot advantage when things were all said and done. The Niners also had six corner kicks compared to just one for Coastal.
"I thought we came out and played very well in the first half, we took the game to Coastal and created some great chances," Charlotte head coach Jeremy Gunn said. "Coastal is a team that's renowned for defending very well and they kept it real tight in the second half."
Nuggets
Three different players saw time in net for the Niners.
In all, 22 Charlotte players saw the pitch Sunday night.
Charlotte travels to Winthrop for it's final exhibition game on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Scoring chances were few and far between during the defensive slugfest that garnered no goals for either team. Charlotte scored a goal late in the first half but it was disallowed due to an offside call. Junior forward Evan James came up with the Charlotte's other prime scoring chance when he sent a point-blank shot soaring over the crossbar midway through the first half.
Charlotte maintained possession for much of the game and held a 15-10 shot advantage when things were all said and done. The Niners also had six corner kicks compared to just one for Coastal.
"I thought we came out and played very well in the first half, we took the game to Coastal and created some great chances," Charlotte head coach Jeremy Gunn said. "Coastal is a team that's renowned for defending very well and they kept it real tight in the second half."
Nuggets
Three different players saw time in net for the Niners.
In all, 22 Charlotte players saw the pitch Sunday night.
Charlotte travels to Winthrop for it's final exhibition game on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Niners host Coastal Carolina in exhibition opener
The Charlotte 49ers men's soccer team will host Coastal Carolina Sunday night at 6:30 in an exhibition opener at Transamerica Field. The Niners participated in the NCAA Tournament for the sixth time in program history in 2009 and are currently ranked inside the top 25.
Charlotte returns seven starters to a squad that reached the NCAAs for the first time under head coach Jeremy Gunn and the first time since 1997. Charlotte won 11 games under Gunn last season and are 18-2-5 at home under the Harrogate, England native.
The Niners head to UNC Greensboro on Wednesday Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. to kick off the regular season.
Charlotte returns seven starters to a squad that reached the NCAAs for the first time under head coach Jeremy Gunn and the first time since 1997. Charlotte won 11 games under Gunn last season and are 18-2-5 at home under the Harrogate, England native.
The Niners head to UNC Greensboro on Wednesday Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. to kick off the regular season.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
National title or Rose Bowl for the Buckeyes?
The Ohio State Buckeyes finally won a big BCS game against a big-time team in the 2009 Rose Bowl against Oregon. Will they make another appearance in the New years Day game, or take a step to the next level and win another national title for Jim Tressel. Here's a quick look at the 2010 Buckeyes.
The Offense: When quarterback Terrelle Pryor is on, the Buckeyes are a tough test, exemplified by their overwhelming victory in the Rose Bowl. But when he's off, it makes it that much tougher on the Buckeye offense. Pryor doesn't have to be Joe Montana every week for OSU to win the Big Ten, but if the Bucks want contend for a national title, he needs to be on the money each and every week.
The Defense: OSU's defense was solid against the run last year, never allowing more than 200 yards. And to be solid again, they'll need to rely on some solid young prospects. The play of guys like John Simon, Dorian Bell and Nathan Williams could make the difference between a nice bowl win or national title game berth.
The Schedule: Ohio State's schedule sets up for an undefeated run (as it usually does), but there are some potential landmines with games against a strong Miami team and an up and coming Northwestern squad. The real test for OSU will come when they play Penn State and Iowa in back-to-back weeks.
--Josh Carpenter
The Offense: When quarterback Terrelle Pryor is on, the Buckeyes are a tough test, exemplified by their overwhelming victory in the Rose Bowl. But when he's off, it makes it that much tougher on the Buckeye offense. Pryor doesn't have to be Joe Montana every week for OSU to win the Big Ten, but if the Bucks want contend for a national title, he needs to be on the money each and every week.
The Defense: OSU's defense was solid against the run last year, never allowing more than 200 yards. And to be solid again, they'll need to rely on some solid young prospects. The play of guys like John Simon, Dorian Bell and Nathan Williams could make the difference between a nice bowl win or national title game berth.
The Schedule: Ohio State's schedule sets up for an undefeated run (as it usually does), but there are some potential landmines with games against a strong Miami team and an up and coming Northwestern squad. The real test for OSU will come when they play Penn State and Iowa in back-to-back weeks.
--Josh Carpenter
Monday, August 9, 2010
Can LSU challenge for the SEC West?
It hasn't been the same LSU over the last two years since the Tigers took home the national championship, but with the potential of good young prospects on offense and a renewed offensive line, LSU just might be able to challenge for the SEC West title. Here's a quick look at some key pieces for Les Miles' squad.
The Offense: Known for having very athletic players at the skill positions, the Tigers have set themselves up for 2010. Receiver Terrence Toliver is a known commodity, but junior tight end Deangelo Peterson might be a player to keep an eye on. Also keep an eye on running back Michael Ford, who has had a phenomenal spring.
The Defense: LSU will have two new starters at the outside linebacker spots. Kelvin Sheppard will be the anchor in the middle, but the Tigers need to get some solid play from Stefoin Francois and Ryan Baker. To be successful, LSU needs to get more pressure on the quarterback from all defensive positions.
The Schedule: No team could run through this schedule unblemished, but LSU got a bit of a break with some huge home games. If the Tigers can get past North Carolina in the opener, they have the potential to start 5-0 after playing at Vanderbilt, but getting Mississippi State, Tennessee and West Virginia in Death Valley. If they do start 5-0, they'll be heading to the swamp in what might be an SEC Championship preview. Road games at Arkansas and Auburn are potential landmines to LSU's season.
The Offense: Known for having very athletic players at the skill positions, the Tigers have set themselves up for 2010. Receiver Terrence Toliver is a known commodity, but junior tight end Deangelo Peterson might be a player to keep an eye on. Also keep an eye on running back Michael Ford, who has had a phenomenal spring.
The Defense: LSU will have two new starters at the outside linebacker spots. Kelvin Sheppard will be the anchor in the middle, but the Tigers need to get some solid play from Stefoin Francois and Ryan Baker. To be successful, LSU needs to get more pressure on the quarterback from all defensive positions.
The Schedule: No team could run through this schedule unblemished, but LSU got a bit of a break with some huge home games. If the Tigers can get past North Carolina in the opener, they have the potential to start 5-0 after playing at Vanderbilt, but getting Mississippi State, Tennessee and West Virginia in Death Valley. If they do start 5-0, they'll be heading to the swamp in what might be an SEC Championship preview. Road games at Arkansas and Auburn are potential landmines to LSU's season.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Alabama's road to the National Championship
College football is nearly upon us. So with the season looming large and the Alabama Crimson Tide poised to repeat as national champions, I'll take a look at a few key games and players to look at for the 2010 season.
Offensive Expectations: The Tide should be more balanced on offense this season as Greg McElroy now has a national title under his belt and more experience, not to mention the loaded receiving corps that includes Julio Jones. Expect Alabama to still rely heavily on the run with Heisman winner Mark Ingram and a punishing Ton, but Nick Saban's crew should feed off of that and average more than 200 yards per game.
The Defense: The defense shouldn't have that much of a drop off from last season, but with the loss of Terrence Cody and Roland McClain will definitely have an effect. Even with the loss of those players, Alabama's defense is still heavy with NFL-quality players and should be just fine.
Schedule: Alabama won't be playing in the kickoff game this year but will be playing in a big non-conference game early in the season, playing host to Penn State in just the second week. The obvious game to watch would be against Florida on Oct. 2, but keep a close eye on the Sept. 25 game at Arkansas for the Tide to slip up. The Hogs return Ryan Mallett and an explosive offense, and could pose the first real threat to Alabama's defense.
--Josh Carpenter
Offensive Expectations: The Tide should be more balanced on offense this season as Greg McElroy now has a national title under his belt and more experience, not to mention the loaded receiving corps that includes Julio Jones. Expect Alabama to still rely heavily on the run with Heisman winner Mark Ingram and a punishing Ton, but Nick Saban's crew should feed off of that and average more than 200 yards per game.
The Defense: The defense shouldn't have that much of a drop off from last season, but with the loss of Terrence Cody and Roland McClain will definitely have an effect. Even with the loss of those players, Alabama's defense is still heavy with NFL-quality players and should be just fine.
Schedule: Alabama won't be playing in the kickoff game this year but will be playing in a big non-conference game early in the season, playing host to Penn State in just the second week. The obvious game to watch would be against Florida on Oct. 2, but keep a close eye on the Sept. 25 game at Arkansas for the Tide to slip up. The Hogs return Ryan Mallett and an explosive offense, and could pose the first real threat to Alabama's defense.
--Josh Carpenter
Friday, August 6, 2010
49ers ranked in preseason poll
Jeremy Gunn's Charlotte 49ers men's soccer team is ranked 25th in the College Soccer news preseason poll. Charlotte was ranked in the top 25 for much of last season and were ranked as high as ninth in late Oct. after defeating 3rd-ranked Wake Forest.
The Niners return nine starters and 15 letterwinners from a 2009 squad that hosted a first round NCAA Tournament game. Charlotte's non-conference schedule for 2010 is one of the toughest in the A-10 as Charlotte hosts the likes of Wake Forest, Clemson, South Carolina and Furman at Transamerica Field. Charlotte will also travel on the road to face UNC Greensboro and UAB.
Charlotte plays Coastal Carolina in an exhibition game on Sunday, Aug. 22. They open the regular season on the road against UNC Greensboro on Sept. 1.
--Josh Carpenter
The Niners return nine starters and 15 letterwinners from a 2009 squad that hosted a first round NCAA Tournament game. Charlotte's non-conference schedule for 2010 is one of the toughest in the A-10 as Charlotte hosts the likes of Wake Forest, Clemson, South Carolina and Furman at Transamerica Field. Charlotte will also travel on the road to face UNC Greensboro and UAB.
Charlotte plays Coastal Carolina in an exhibition game on Sunday, Aug. 22. They open the regular season on the road against UNC Greensboro on Sept. 1.
--Josh Carpenter
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Cullen's Niners picked second
The Charlotte 49ers women's soccer team was picked to finish second in the A-10 in a preseason vote by the league's coaches. Dayton, winner of last year's championship, was picked ahead of Charlotte. The Niners have won three of the last four regular season titles.
Charlotte has a 23-game regular season unbeaten streak in conference play and return nine starters from the 2009 squad. Charlotte finished 16-3-2 and 9-0-2 in the A-10. Charlotte opens the season on Aug. 29 at N.C. State and open their campaign at Transamerica Field on Sept. 3 against the Arizona State Sun Devils.
--Josh Carpenter
Charlotte has a 23-game regular season unbeaten streak in conference play and return nine starters from the 2009 squad. Charlotte finished 16-3-2 and 9-0-2 in the A-10. Charlotte opens the season on Aug. 29 at N.C. State and open their campaign at Transamerica Field on Sept. 3 against the Arizona State Sun Devils.
--Josh Carpenter
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