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3/12/08 - SJC Field Hockey Team Receives National Academic Award

STANDISH, ME - The 2007 Saint Joseph's College Field Hockey team has been recognized by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association for academic achievement with a 2007 ZAG/NFHCA Division III National Academic Team Award. The team posted a collective 3.15 GPA during the fall semester.

Nine SJC Field Hockey team members recorded a GPA of 3.30 or higher and were named to the 2007 ZAG/NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad: FY Maria Arsenault (Berlin, NH), SO Kerrie Boutin (Georgetown, MA), FY Alyssa Dunn (Standish, ME), JR Kelly Emerson (Vassalboro, ME), SO Kimberly Glynn (Danvers, MA), SO Julia Ostrowski (Albany, NY), JR Lauren Snow (Dover-Foxcroft, ME), JR Kara Squillante (Boothbay, ME) and SO Allison Zellers (Concord, NH).

The team shined both in the classroom and on the playing field with a program-best 14-7 record in 2007.

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3/1/08 - 2007 St. Joe's Field Hockey Team Awards Announced

STANDISH, ME - SJC Field Hockey Head Coach Rupert Lewis has announced his award recipients for the 2007 season.

Sophomore defender Kimberly Glynn (Danvers, MA) and freshman goalkeeper Kathleen Simoes (Wakefield, MA) were named as the Co-Most Valuable Players for the record setting 14-7 squad. Both players played crucial roles for a St. Joe's defense that allowed a mere 1.1 goals per game last season. The rookie Simoes posted a 7-7 record, 3 shutouts, 1.34 goals against average and an .807 save percentage. Glynn was the backbone of the SJC defense all season and made several key defensive stops in the ECAC semifinal victory over Plymouth State.

Freshmen Alyssa Dunn (Standish, ME) and Maria Arsenault (Berlin, NH) share the 2007 Rookie of the Year Award. Dunn, a defender, used her strength and quickness to help keep opposing offenses at bay. She also scored a dramatic penalty shot goal in the eventual ECAC quarterfinal victory over Wheaton College. Arsenault, a midfielder, helped spark the St. Joe's offense in her first year with 5 goals and 4 assists for 14 total points.

Junior midfielder Gina Gaetani (Auburn, ME) has been named the 2007 Outstanding Team Member for her efforts on and off the field during the season. Gaetani, a tri-captain, tallied 4 goals and 6 assists for 14 total points for Coach Lewis between the lines, but offered an even greater contribution off the field with her fund-raising efforts and her willingness to provide assistance with all types of team duties.

Sophomore forward Julia Ostrowski (Albany, NY) has been honored with the 2007 Coach's Award. Ostrowski led St. Joe's with 20 points (6 goals, 8 assists) and always exhibits a great attitude and work ethic. After the completion of the '07 campaign she was named to the 2007 Longstreth/ NFHCA All-New England West Region Second Team.

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2007 Season Review

Dunn	Ward	Ostrowski	Simoes	Arsenault

The Saint Joseph’s College Field Hockey Team enjoyed a tremendous season under third year Coach Rupert Lewis in 2007, capped by a runner-up finish in the ECAC Division III Championships. The squad’s 14-7 record goes in the record books as the best finish in the program’s 13-year history. Not only did the ’07 team break the season wins record, the group also sits atop the rankings in winning percentage (66.6%), consecutive wins (6), goals scored (55), assists (43), points (153) and total shutouts (3).

Sophomore forward Julia Ostrowski (Albany, NY) had another outstanding season. This exceptional student-athlete continues to impress Coach Lewis with her speed, skill, and consistency. Ostrowski always gives 110% in games, practices, and in the classroom. She was named to the 2007 Longstreth/ NFHCA All-New England West Region Second Team for her efforts.

Another sophomore that performed well was defender, Kim Glynn (Danvers, MA). Glynn made several game-deciding defensive saves, including four in the ECAC semi-final match-up against Plymouth State. Her “sure stick” made her the player that Coach Lewis could rely on to make the tackle.

Alyssa Dunn (Standish, ME), a freshmen defender, made her presence known both offensively and defensively. She was an intimidating presence that stepped up among a very talented freshman class. Dunn was named to the WomensFieldHockey.com All-Rookie Squad.

Freshman midfielder, Maria Arsenault (Berlin, NH), played above and beyond Coach Lewis’s expectations in her first year in a Monks uniform. Like Dunn, she contributed both offensively and defensively to the team, especially with her stick skills and endurance. Her impact on the team became apparent when her season ended early due to illness. The loss of Arsenault resulted in several players having to step-up and play different positions.

Freshman standout goalie, Kat Simoes (Wakefield, MA), had an excellent season. Simoes played an instrumental role in many big wins during the season. She was a major contributor in the program’s first ever win against UMaine Farmington. Her aggressiveness and “cat-like” skills contributed to her performance in the net. Her teammates could always rely on her to be the vocal leader on the field.

Big wins over Fitchburg State, Castleton State, Husson, and UMaine Farmington, helped the team advance into post-season for the very first time. The Monks were the #5 seed in the ECAC tournament. The team traveled to #4 seeded Wheaton College for the quarterfinal game. After a 1-1 tie in regulation time and two overtime periods, the game went to a shootout. St. Joe’s came away with an apparent victory with a 3-2 advantage. The following morning, phones were ringing off the hook in the St. Joe’s athletic office as the ECAC officials had deemed the game incomplete. The game officials called the shootout one round too soon.

St. Joe’s and Wheaton decided to finish the shootout at New England College in Henniker, NH. The “nail biting” shootout began where the prior one had left off. Each team scored twice allowing the Monks to advance to the semi-final game. This was just one of the many challenges the Monks faced this season. In the semi-final game against Plymouth State, the Monks lost Ostrowski, the spark to their offense in the first half due to a hand injury. Once again several players had to step up and fill her shoes. Even though the Monks were down two starters, in Ostrowski and Arsenault, they advanced to the finals after a hard fought game with Plymouth. The team fell 1-0 in the final against a strong, experienced Bridgewater State team.

Senior captain Darcey Ward (Dresden, ME) capped a magnificent career with 6 goals, 3 assists and 15 points in her final season and will likely be remembered as one of the best offensive finishers in Saint Joseph’s field hockey history. Ward sits in third place on the all-time points list with 45 points and is tied for the #2 ranking in goals scored with 19 in her career and is tied for the top spot for single season goal scoring with 12 and owns the fourth spot for points in a single season with 26. Both totals were attained in 2006. Ward was the only senior on the 2007 team and will be missed next season.

STANDISH, ME - The website WomensFieldHockey.com has announced that St. Joe's FY Alyssa Dunn (Standish, ME) has been named to the site's Division III All-Rookie Squad. The first year Defender played a significant role in the team's outstanding 14-7 season that ended just short of an ECAC Title. Dunn scored 3 goals and 1 assist for 7 points in her rookie campaign.

WomensFieldHockey.com All-Rookie Squad
Andrea Baick, Catholic
Stephanie Bair, Christopher Newport
Christy Bradley, Trinity
Tori Casanta, Wittenberg
Eileen Clinton, Nichols
Meg Danielson, St. Lawrence
Chase Delano, Middlebury
Alyssa Dunn, St. Joseph's College of Maine
Kandice Hancock, Salisbury
Shelly Lobach, Lebanon Valley
Michelle Milkovich, Geneseo
Leigh Mitchell, TCNJ
Elexa Nosonchuk, Christopher Newport
Ingrid Oelschlager, Bowdoin
Paula Price, Juniata
Boo Vernon, Wittenberg

Go to WomensFieldHockey.com to view all awards.

Rookie of the Week: Kat Simoes, St. Joseph's College (Maine)

Simoes helped the Monks advance to the ECAC finals for the first time in school history with a pair of wins. In the opening round against Wheaton, the rookie goalkeeper made five saves in regulation and then two in the strokeoff to lead the Monks to victory. In the semifinals, Simoes posted a shutout against Plymouth State and then allowed only one goal in the title game.

11/12/07 – Monks Sophomore Standout Garners Regional Honor
Julia Ostrowski Named to Field Hockey All-New England 2nd Team


STANDISH, ME – Saint Joseph's College sophomore
Julia Ostrowski (Albany, NY) has been named to the
2007 Longstreth/NFHCA All-New England West Region Second Team.

Ostrowski led the Monks in scoring this season, tallying
six goals and eight assists for 20 points for the 14-7 Monks.
The forward played a key role in helping St. Joe’s reach
the ECAC Championship game against Bridgewater State College.

The Monks lost the hard-fought championship game, 1-0, with Ostrowski out due to a hand injury she suffered in the ECAC semifinal.