Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The Golden Eagle Women's Basketball team returns to NSIC action this weekend when they host Minnesota State and Southwest Minnesota State on January 2 and 3. Minnesota, Crookston had a non-conference game scheduled in Hancock, Mich. on December 29 against Finlandia University but it was postponed due to weather conditions. Tip-off for this weekend's action is set for 4:00 p.m. on both days.
 
Minnesota, Crookston is 4-6 overall this season and 2-2 in conference play. The team is led by Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) who is averaging 14.9 points/game. She leads the squad with 5.6 rebounds/game and in free-throw percentage at .836 (56-67). Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) averages 14.8 points/game and is second on the team in rebounds/game with 4.4 and assists with 24. Brittani Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) closes out the top scorers averaging 11.4 points/ game.
 
Minnesota State University: The Mavericks are 8-2 overall and 3-0 in conference play. MSU is led by Jennie Noreen who averages 16.9 points/game. She leads the team in three-point field goal percentage (.457), three-point field goals made (21) and steals (20). Tiffany Moe follows Noreen with 14.7 points/game while Liz Trauger leads the team with 6.3 rebounds/game.
 
SW Minnesota State: The Mustangs are 7-2 overall and 2-1 in the NSIC. SMSU is led by Tori Fink who averages 12.2 points/game and leads the Mustangs in three-point field goals made with 19. Laura Kramer leads the squad with 6.9 rebounds/game with 26 of her 62 rebounds being offensive boards.
 
The Golden Eagles travel to Wayne State and Augustana on January 8 and 9. Game times are set for 6:00 p.m. in Wayne and 5:00 p.m. in Sioux Falls.
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.  
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). 

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Men's Basketball team returns to Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) action on Saturday, January 2 and Sunday, January 3 when they play host to Minnesota State University, Mankato and Southwest Minnesota State University respectively. Both games tip-off at 6 p.m. at Lysaker Gymasium.

The Golden Eagles have an overall record of 3-7 and NSIC record of 0-4. They were scheduled to travel to Finlandia University on Tuesday, December 29. However, that game was postponed due to inclement weather.

U of M, Crookston is led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who is averaging 18.8 points per game (68-for-151).

Golden Eagles vs. Minnesota State University, Mankato Saturday, January 2  6 p.m.

The Mavericks hold an overall record of 10-0 and NSIC record of 3-0. They are ranked eighth in the latest National Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA) poll after defeating Cardinal Stritch University 86-81 in non-conference action on December 18. They are led by Jefferson Mason who is averaging 16 points (56-for-86) and 9.7 rebounds per game. Travis Nelson is averaging 15.9 points (62-for-113) and 6.5 rebounds per game.

Golden Eagles vs. Southwest Minnesota State University Sunday, January 3  6 p.m.

The Mustangs have an overall record of 7-2 and NSIC record of 2-1. They have won three straight games including an 82-66 non-conference victory over the University of Minnesota Morris on December 17. Southwest Minnesota State University is led by Scott Roehl who is averaging 14.8 points (39-for-78) and 7.7 rebounds per game. Jordan Miller is averaging 13 points per game (37-for-78).

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Athletic Department announced today that the women's and men's non-conference basketball games with Finlandia University on Tuesday, December 29 have been postponed due to inclement weather. No make-up date has been scheduled.

The Golden Eagle Women's and Men's Basketball teams will host Minnesota State University and Southwest Minnesota State University on Saturday, January 2 and Sunday, January 3 in NSIC action. The women play at 4:00 p.m. and the men play at 6:00 p.m. on both days.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Men's Basketball team returns to action on Tuesday, December 29 when they travel to Hancock, Mich. for a non-conference contest against Finlandia University. Tip-off is set for 4 p.m. (CST)

The Golden Eagles will look to get back on the winning track after dropping two non-conference games. Mayville State University defeated U of M, Crookston 69-59 on December 18 while Dickinson State University topped the Golden Eagles 70-43 on December 20.

U of M, Crookston has an overall record of 3-7 and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) record of 0-4. They are led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who is averaging 18.8 points per game (68-for-151).

Golden Eagles @ Finlandia University Tuesday, December 29  4 p.m. (CST)

The Lions have an overall record 4-6 after defeating Alma College (87-71) on December 18 and losing to Olivet College (80-68) on December 19. They are led by Tyler Gordon who is averaging 17.9 points (64-for-161) and 6.4 rebounds per game. Mario Cooper is averaging 16 points per game (13-for-29).  

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Dickinson, N.D.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball team traveled to Dickinso, N.D. tonight to take on the Blue Hawks of Dickinson State University. DSU held Minnesota, Crookston to the lowest shooting percentage, field-goals made and points on the season to take the 65-55 victory.

Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) led the Golden Eagles and tied a game-high with 17 points. She was 3-12 from the field but a perfect 10-10 from the free-throw line. Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) tallied her first double-double of the season with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Brittani Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) scored six points and tied a game-high with four assists in the contest.

Dickinson State was led by Kia Herbel who tallied 17 points and a game-high 16 rebounds. She was followed by Kylee Bittner who scored 16 points and Amber Adams who finished the contest with 12 points.

The Golden Eagles advance to 4-6 overall this season and 2-2 in the NSIC. Minnesota, Crookston travels to Hancock, Mich. on December 29 to take on Finlandia University. Tip-off is set for 4:30 p.m.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.   

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- Dickinson State University opened up a 15 point halftime lead and never looked back on their way to a 70-43 win over the University of Minnesota, Crookston in non-conference men's basketball action today in Dickinson, N.D.

The Blue Hawks were led by Nathan Lebsock who scored 26 points (10-for-14). Joshua Henry scored 18 points (6-for-10) with 11 rebounds. Ryan Ernst added 15 points (6-for-10).

The Golden Eagles were led by Darin Weeks (Jr, G/F, Green River, Wyo.) who scored 13 points (6-for-7) with seven rebounds. Adam Hendricks (Jr, F, Watertown, Minn.) added 11 points (5-for-10).

Dickinson State University improves to 5-8 overall. The University of Minnesota, Crookston falls to 3-7 overall.

The Golden Eagles return to action on Tuesday, December 29 when they travel to Hancock, Mich. for a non-conference match-up with Finlandia University. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. (CST).

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Photo Caption: Darin Weeks (Left), Adam Hendricks (Right)

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- Mayville State University took a slim two-point lead at the half and outscored the University of Minnesota, Crookston 34-26 in the second half as the Comets downed the Golden Eagles 69-59 in a non-conference men's basketball game tonight at Lysaker Gymnasium in Crookston, Minn.

Mayville State University was led by Marcus Carson who scored 14 points (6-for-18). Alfonzo McNeal added 12 points (5-for-12) with five rebounds. Ross Aman scored nine points (2-for-5) and added ten rebounds.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston was led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who scored a game-high 24 points (7-for-15) with three rebounds and three steals. Adam Hendricks (Jr, F, Watertown, Minn.) scored 15 points (7-for-13) with eight rebounds. Darin Weeks (Jr, G/F, Green River, Wyo.) added six points (1-for-6) with ten rebounds.

The Golden Eagles were hindered at the charity stripe as they shot 18-for-31.

Mayville State University improves to 7-5 overall while the University of Minnesota, Crookston drops to 3-6. The Golden Eagles return to action on Sunday, December 20 when they travel to Dickinson State University for a non-conference contest. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. (CST).

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Photo Caption: Damarius Cruz (Left), Adam Hendricks (Right)

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Men's Basketball team returns to action on Friday, December 18 and Sunday, December 20 with a pair of non-conference games. On Friday, the Golden Eagles will host Mayville State University at Lysaker Gymnasium. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. On Sunday, they will travel to Dickinson State University. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. (CST).

U of M, Crookston holds an overall record of 3-5 and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) record of 0-4 after dropping an 82-79 overtime decision to Concordia University-St. Paul and a 93-72 decision to St. Cloud State University this past weekend. They are led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who is averaging 20 points per game (60-for-127) and Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) who is averaging 19.9 points per game (61-for-103) and 7.8 rebounds per game.

Golden Eagles vs. Mayville State University  Friday, December 18  6 p.m.

The Comets hold an overall record of 6-5 after defeating the University of North Dakota on the road on December 8 by a score of 73-61. They are led by Anton Coleman who is averaging 14.2 points per game (51-for-98) and 4.6 rebounds per game. Marcus Carson is averaging 13.8 points per game (60-for-128) and 4.9 rebounds per game.

Golden Eagles @ Dickinson State University  Sunday, December 20 6 p.m. (CST)

Dickinson State University has an overall record of 3-7 after dropping a 93-80 decision to North Dakota State University. They are led by Nathan Lebsock who is averaging 12.4 points per game (36-for-117). Joshua Henry is averaging 11.2 points per game (48-for-77) and 7.1 rebounds per game. Nate Williams is averaging 10.5 points per game (37-for-68) with five rebounds per game.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- St. Cloud State University raced out to a 47-29 halftime lead and never looked back on their way to a 93-72 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) Men's Basketball game today at Lysaker Gymnasium in Crookston, Minn.

The Huskies had four players in double figures. They were led by Brett Putz who scored 22 points (8-for-11) with two assists and three steals. Matt Schneck scored 16 points (6-for-8) with six rebounds. Taylor Witt scored 13 points (5-for-8) and Andrew Bernsetter added ten (5-for-6).

The Golden Eagles were led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who scored a game-high 25 points (10-for-15). Cruz also added three rebounds and four assists. Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) scored 23 points (9-for-11) with eight rebounds and two steals.

St. Cloud State University improves to 6-2 overall and 3-1 in the NSIC. The University of Minnesota, Crookston falls to 3-5 overall and 0-4 in the NSIC.

The Golden Eagles return to action on Friday, December 18 when they host Mayville State University in a non-conference game. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Lysaker Gymnasium.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball team hosted the St. Cloud State Huskies tonight in Lysaker Gymnasium. The Golden Eagles who shot 36 percent last night against Concordia University- St. Paul exploded in the second half tonight to shoot 65 percent from the field and 56 percent in the game to dispose of the Huskies 80-61.

The Golden Eagles led the Huskies 37-31 after the first 20 minutes of play. Minnesota, Crookston led by as many as 13 points but St. Cloud State was able to get some offense going before the end of the half to narrow the gap. Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) and Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) led the way offensively in the first half for the University of Minnesota, Crookston. Zelinsky was 4-6 from the field for a total of eight points. Zabel was 2-5 from the field and 4-4 from the free-throw line for eight points of her own. Becca Friestleben led the Huskies with eight points through the first session.

The Huskies came out firing in the second half starting with six unanswered points to tie the game 37-37. Golden Eagle Head Coach Mike Roysland called a 30-second timeout to calm his rattled players at the 18:56 mark. After the timeout the Golden Eagles went on a 24-6 run and led by as many as 21 points with 2:53 remaining in the game to put the contest out of reach. Zelinsky led the Golden Eagles offensively for the fifth time this season going 9-12 from the field, 1-2 from long range, and 2-2 from the free-throw line for 21 points and season high .750 shooting percentage. She also did her part down low recording eight rebounds in the game tying her season high. Zabel continued her solid offensive play going 4-9 from the field and 8-8 from the free throw line for 16 total points. Her hard play down low contributed to the Golden Eagles domination in the paint outscoring SCSU 48-24. Diana Taddy (G, 5-6, JR, Two Rivers, Wis.) and Brittani Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) closed out the top UMC scorers with 14 points apiece. Overall the Golden Eagles shot 30-53 from the field for a season high .566 shooting percentage. The team also excelled on the boards as they out-rebounded SCSU 40-25 for the second highest total of the season.

The Huskies were led by Becca Friestleben who shot 6-12 from the field, 4-9 from long range, and 2-2 from the free-throw line for a total of 18 points. Talisha Barlow scored 14 points for St. Cloud State, going 6-12 from the field and 2-4 from the free-throw line.

The Golden Eagles advance to 4-5 overall and 2-2 in the NSIC while the Huskies fall to 4-5 overall and 1-3 in conference play. Minnesota, Crookston travels to Dickinson State on December 20 for a non-conference game. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.

Photo: Jamie Zelinsky 

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- Concordia University-St. Paul outscored the University of Minnesota, Crookston 16-13 in overtime and won an exciting 82-79 Northern Sun Intercollegiate (NSIC) Men's Basketball game tonight at Lysaker Gymnasium in Crookston, Minn. on "White Out" Night.

Both teams swapped leads five times before the Golden Eagles took a slim 32-30 halftime lead over the Golden Bears. After a thrilling second half, Concordia University-St. Paul held on down the stretch to secure their first NSIC victory of the season.

The Golden Bears were led by Craig Heiman who scored 25 points (8-for-18) with six rebounds and two assists. Sammy Ricks scored 15 points (7-for-13) with four rebounds, five assists and three steals. Mike Cunningham added 12 points (4-for-11) with ten rebounds and two assists.

The Golden Eagles were led by Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) who scored 27 points (11-for-15) with seven rebounds and six assists. Adam Hendricks (Jr, F, Watertown, Minn.) scored 14 points (6-for-11). Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) added 13 points with five assists and two steals.

Concordia University-St. Paul improves to 3-4 overall and 1-2 in the NSIC. The University of Minnesota, Crookston falls to 3-4 overall and 1-2 in the NSIC.

The Golden Eagles return to action on Saturday, December 12 when they play host to St. Cloud State University in and NSIC encounter. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. at Lysaker Gymnasium.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Photo Caption: Akeem Cubie (Left), Adam Hendricks (Right)

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball team opened home conference play tonight against Concordia University- St. Paul on "White Out" Night at Lysaker Gymnasium. The Golden Bears shot 46 percent in the first half to take a 38-28 lead and exploded in the second half to shoot 54 percent and take the 89-56 victory.
 
Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) and Brittani Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) led the Golden Eagles offensively through the first 20 minutes of play. Zabel was 2-3 from the field, 1-1 from long range, and 4-4 from the free-throw line for a total of nine points. Wiese was 4-6 from the field and 1-3 from the free-throw line to tie Zabel with nine points. The Golden Bears were led by Kali Olstad who had nine points of her own to help Concordia University to a 10 point first half lead 38-28.
 
The Golden Bears found the hot hand in the second half and led by as much as 37 points. Zabel and Wiese continued to be the offensive support for the Golden Eagles. Zabel ended the game with a total of 15 points going 4-8 from the field, 2-2 from long range, 5-6 from the free-throw line, and added five rebounds to her night. Wiese finished the night 6-10 from the field, 1-3 from the free-throw line for a total of 13 points. Wiese also led the Golden Eagles with three total steals.
 
The Golden Bears brought their offense tonight getting five players in double-digits for points. They were led by Kali Olstad who was 6-11 from the field, an impressive 6-11 from deep for a total of 18 points. Olstad did her part defensively chalking up six rebounds. Gillian Bjerke added 13 points, Jamie Jones tallied 12 points, Maurika Hickman had 11 points, and Jineen Williams earned 10 points to close out the top Concordia scorers. In addition to 10 points, Williams dished a game-high six assists in the contest.
 
The Golden Eagles are 3-5 overall and 1-2 in the NSIC. The Golden Bears advance to 7-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play. UMC returns to the court tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. to host the Huskies of St. Cloud State University.
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.  
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). 

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Western Equestrian team capped off the fall portion of the 2009-2010 season with a successful home show at the University Teaching and Outreach Center (UTOC) in Crookston, Minn. this past Saturday and Sunday. Tandra Klein (Jr, Hazen, N.D.) started the day winning the Reining Class with Amanda Peterson (Sr, Rochester, Minn.) taking third. They followed up in the Open Rail Class with Peterson winning and Klein taking second earning Klein the High Point Rider award of the day and Peterson taking the Reserve. Mary Hurley (Jr, Grand Meadow, Minn.) was second in the other section of the Open Horsemanship Class. Kayla Klein (Jr, Hazen, N.D.) took second place in her Advanced Horsemanship Class. Golden Eagle Novice Riders were exceptional with Kaitlyn Tollefsrud (So, Hawley, Minn.) and Kayla Krueger (Fr, Walker, Minn.) winning the blue ribbons in their classes and Jackie Nikkel (Jr, Lundar, Manitoba) taking second place. The intermediate group was also very successful with big wins from Amy VanTreeck (Fr, Sheboygan Falls, Wis.) and Megan Kramer (So, Owatonna, Minn).  Amanda Flint (Fr, Aberdeen, S.D.) and Anna Steen (So, Hanover, Minn.) were both good for second place finishes in their classes. Lisa Schabo (Jr, Appleton, Wis.) wrapped up the day with a big win in the Beginner Walk Trot Class helping to give U of M, Crookston a big win over North Dakota State University (NDSU) 35 to 25. This show qualified Peterson, Kayla Klein (Jr, Haazen, N.D.), Kramer and Tollefsrud for the Regional Championship in their respective divisions.
 
Sunday started with Tandra Klein and Hurley winning their sections of Reining. Hurley followed this by taking second in the Open. Tandra Klein took fourth which gave Hurley the High Point Rider of the day title with Klein taking the reserve.  Peterson won the first section of the Open Horsemanship. Kayla Klein won the second section of the Open Horsemanship with a really solid performance. Kramer also claimed a big win in the higher Novice Class with Flint taking second in her division putting her a point away from qualifying for regionals. Addie O'Neil (Fr, Redwood Falls, Minn.) and VanTreeck had great rides winning their classes as well.  Steen took second in her class garnering more team points. The Golden Eagles ended the day tied for Reserve Champion team with South Dakota State University (SDSU) while NDSU gained an extra two points edging out the region for the team totals of the day.

The successful weekend widened the point standings for overall team rankings. U of M, Crookston finishes this semester of competition with a total of 198 points. NDSU trails in second with 155 points and SDSU in third with 130 points. There is one last regular season Western Horse Show hosted by NDSU on February 6-7, 2010.

"This was a great weekend for our riders," says Golden Eagle Western Coach Nicky Overgaard.  "We qualified four more individuals and are close to qualifying five more riders for regionals. The team worked so well together and were of tremendous help to one another. They really pulled together to work on maintaining the team goal of qualifying for semi-finals and qualifying over half the team for regionals. We are riding well and improvements are seen at practices.  I can really see it paying off at the competitions."

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Photo Caption: Top - Amanda Peterson (Left), Kayla Klein (Right)

                      Bottom - Megan Kramer (Left), Kaitlyn Tollefsrud (Right)

 

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The UMC Teambackers will hold a Golden Eagle coaches luncheon this Friday, December 11 at the Crookston Eagles Club. Lunch will be served and the winter coaches will give updates on their seasons to date, along with outlooks on their upcoming games. Selected student-athletes will speak about their season, upcoming games and opponents.

The luncheon begins at noon and runs approximately one hour. The cost is $7.00. Everyone is invited to attend this event.

Upcoming Events for the University of Minnesota, Crookston:
Dec. 11    WBBALL    Concordia- St. Paul*        Crookston, MN    6:00 pm
Dec. 11    MBBALL    Concordia-St. Paul*            Crookston, MN    8:00 pm
Dec. 12    WBBALL    St. Cloud State*            Crookston, MN    4:00 pm
Dec. 12    MBBALL    St. Cloud State*            Crookston, MN    6:00 pm
Dec. 18    MBBALL    Mayville State            Crookston, MN    6:00 pm
Dec. 20    WBBALL    Dickinson State            Dickinson, ND    3:00 pm MST
Dec. 20    MBBALL    Dickinson State            Dickinson, ND    5:00 MST
Dec. 29    WBBALL    Finlandia University            Hancock, MI    3:30 EST
Dec. 29    MBBALL    Finlandia University            Hancock, MI    5:30 EST

Friday's game against Concordia- St. Paul features Faculty/Staff and Teambacker appreciation night, "White Out" Night and Elementary Education Night where elementary students get free admission to the game.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).    

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The Golden Eagle Women's Basketball team went 1-1 to open NSIC play last weekend. Minnesota, Crookston fell to Minnesota Duluth 83-75 in an overtime game and continued the strong play into Saturday when they defeated Bemidji State University 92-88. The Golden Eagles are now 3-4 overall and 1-1 in conference play. UMC was led by Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) who averaged 20 points/game and 37 minutes/game. She led the squad with 22 field-goals made and five steals. Zelinsky is averaging 15.3 points/game on the season and leads the team in field-goals made. Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) averaged 19 points/game with a season-high 26 points scored in the victory over Bemidji State.  She is averaging 14.4 points/game and leads the team in rebounding with 36 total boards.

Concordia University- St. Paul is led by Jineen Williams who is averaging 16.7 points/game. She leads the squad in assists with 19 and blocks with seven. Maurika Hickman is averaging 13.8 points/game and leads the Golden Bears with 29 free-throws made. Concordia University is 6-0 overall and 2-0 in the NSIC.

St. Cloud State University is led by Talisha Barlow who averages 18.4 points/game. She leads the Huskies with 28 free-throws made and 29 total rebounds. Nicole Anderson leads the team with 27 steals and 19 assists. The Huskies are 4-3 overall and 1-1 in the NSIC.

The Golden Eagles travel to Dickinson State on Sunday, December 20 for a non-conference game. Tip-off is set for 3:00 p.m. MST.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.   

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Men's Basketball team looks to gain their first Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) victory of the season when they play host to Concordia University-St. Paul on Friday, December 11 and St. Cloud State University on Saturday, December 12. Friday's game will start at 8 p.m. while Saturday's will start at 6 p.m. at Lysaker Gymnasium. Friday's contest will also be Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night and Teambacker Night.

The Golden Eagles hold an overall record of 3-3 and NSIC record of 0-2 after dropping a 71-68 decision at the University of Minnesota Duluth last Friday and an 89-72 contest at Bemidji State University last Friday.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is led by Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who is averaging 20.3 points per game. Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) is averaging 18.2 points and 7.8 rebounds per game.

Golden Eagles vs. Concordia University-St. Paul Friday, December 11  8 p.m.

The Golden Bears have an overall record of 2-4 and NSIC record of 0-2 after dropping a 64-40 decision to Upper Iowa University and an 86-80 decision to Winona State University this past weekend. Concordia University-St. Paul is led by Craig Heiman who is averaging16.7 points and 7.2 rebounds per game.

Golden Eagles vs. St. Cloud State University  Saturday, December 12 6 p.m.

The Huskies have an overall record of 4-2 and NSIC record of 1-1 after dropping a 77-72 game to Winona State University and defeating Upper Iowa University by a score of 80-65 this past weekend. St. Cloud State University is led by Taylor Witt who is averaging 20.2 points per game and Matt Schneck who is averaging16.5 points and 13 rebounds per game.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- Bemidji State University took a nine point halftime lead and had five players score in double figures as the Beavers defeated the University of Minnesota, Crookston in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) Men's Basketball action Saturday night in Bemidji, Minn.

The Golden Eagles led by as many as 11 points with 11:37 left in the first half before Bemidji State University caught fire. The Beavers led by as many as 21 points in the second half.

Bemidji State University was led by Bryce Tesdahl who scored 20 points and pulled down six rebounds. He also added three assists and two steals. Seth Haake scored 17 points with five rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal. David Berthene (17), Lance Rongstad (13) and Jake Lindstrom (ten) also scored in double figures.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston was led Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) who scored 19 points with three rebounds and two steals. Mike Larsen (Jr, F, Bluffdale, Utah) scored 14 points with four rebounds, seven assists and two steals. Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) scored ten points with four rebounds and two assists.

The Beavers improve to 4-3 overall and 1-1 in the NSIC. The Golden Eagles fall to 3-3 overall and 0-2 in the NSIC.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston returns to NSIC action on Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12 when they host Concordia University-St. Paul and St. Cloud State University respectively. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. both nights at Lysaker Gymnasium.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Photo Caption: Damarius Cruz (Left), Mike Larsen (Right)

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Bemidji, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball played its second NSIC contest of the season tonight as they visited Bemidji State University. The Golden Eagles shot 51 percent in the first half to take a 46-35 lead. The Beavers rallied in the second half and with some untimely Golden Eagle fouls they pulled within four points but the Minnesota, Crookston defense tightened to edge the Beavers 92-88.

Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) led all scorers through the first 20 minutes of play with 13 points. She was 4-5 from the field and 4-4 from the free-throw line. Laurie Tyson (C, 6-1, FR, Rosemount, Minn.) led all players with five rebounds while Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) added a half-high three assists. The Beavers were led by Emily Kaus who had nine points.

Zabel added 13 points for the Golden Eagles in the second half to lead all scorers with 26 points in the game. Zelinsky followed Zabel with 21 points and a team-high two blocks and two steals. Gina Jaroszewski (F, 5-11, JR, Moorhead, Minn.) played a solid game scoring 13 points on 5-7 shooting. Brittany Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) added eight second half points to finish with 12.

Bemidji was led by Katie Pettit who had 17 points, three assists and a gam-high four steals. Anna Hebrink followed Pettit with 12 points in the contest.

The Golden Eagles advance to 3-4 overall and 1-1 in the NSIC while the Beavers fall to 4-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play. Minnesota, Crookston returns home next weekend to host Concordia- St. Paul and St. Cloud State University in conference play. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Friday and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Friday's game features Faculty/Staff and Teambacker appreciation night, "White Out" Night and Elementary Education Night where elementary students get free admission to the game.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.   

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Duluth, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball team shot just 28 percent in the first half and was down 30-26 through the first session to Minnesota Duluth. The Golden Eagles were down by as many as 14 but found the spark in the final 20 minutes and shot 56 percent from the field and won the second half 42-38 to send the game to overtime. In the extra frame, the Bulldogs went 4-5 from the field and outscored the Golden Eagles 15-7 to take the NSIC opener 83-75.

The Golden Eagles made eight three-pointers and hit a season-high 17 free-throws as a team. Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) led all scorers and the Golden Eagles for the third time this season with a season-high 21 points. She was 6-17 from the field and 8-12 from the free-throw line. She grabbed six rebounds and tied a game-high with five assists in 42 minutes of play. Brittany Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) added 16 points and Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) and Kelsey Van Ackeren (G, 5-9, SR, St. Cloud, Minn.) tallied 13 points each. Van Ackeren earned a game-high in three-pointers going 4-5 from beyond the arc.

Duluth was led by Kelsey Hewitt who scored 18 points on 7-9 shooting. Jheri Booker scored 17 points and grabbed 12 rebound while Lindsay Miller added 16 points and pulled down 12 rebounds of her own.

The Golden Eagles fall to 2-4 overall and 0-1 in the NSIC while the Bulldogs advance to 5-1 overall and 1-0 in the NSIC. Minnesota, Crookston heads to Bemidji State on Saturday to take on the Beavers. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.   

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) took a six point lead into halftime and withstood a University of Minnesota, Crookston rally as the Bulldogs topped the Golden Eagles 71-68 on Friday night in Duluth, Minn. It was the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) opener for both teams.

UMD used balanced scoring with four players reaching double figures. Ron White led the Bulldogs with 17 points and nine rebounds. Ryan Rasmussen scored 14 points while Steve Duncan and Rhett McDonald scored 11 and ten points respectively. UMD's bench players scored 23 points.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston was led by Akeem Cubie (Jr, G, Minneapolis, Minn.) who scored 25 points and pulled down 11 rebounds. He also added three assists, two steals and two blocked shots. Damarius Cruz (Fr, G, Plymouth, Minn.) scored 20 points and added three rebounds.

The Bulldogs improve to 3-4 overall and 1-0 in the NSIC. The Golden Eagles fall to 3-2 overall and 0-1 in the NSIC.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston returns to NSIC action on Saturday, December 5 when they travel to Bemidji State University. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site at http://www.goldeneaglesports.com/.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Sioux City, Iowa)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Basketball team remained on the road after the NSIC Holiday Hoopfest to play Briar Cliff on Tuesday, December 1. The Golden Eagles led by as many as five in the first half but the Chargers rallied to take a 37-35 halftime lead. Minnesota, Crookston shot 53 percent in the second half but Briar Cliff shot 57 percent and went 17-19 from the free-throw line to take the victory.

The Golden Eagle offense was captained by Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, JR, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) and Bri Zabel (F, 6-0, JR, Northfield, Minn.) who scored 18 points each. Zabel earned nine of her points from long range, going 3-4 from beyond the arc. Brittany Wiese (G, 5-7, FR, Albertville, Minn.) added 13 points and also went 3-4 from deep. Kelsey Van Ackeren (G, 5-9, SR, St. Cloud, Minn.) had a career night against the Chargers. She scored 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for the only double-double of the game and the first in her career. Defensively she led the squad with three steals. The Golden Eagles as a team capitalized on Charger miscues as they turned 21 turnovers into 27 points.

Briar Cliff was led by Megan Salcedo who tallied a game-high 21 points. She was 7-8 from the field and a perfect 7-7 from the charity stripe. Liz Grider scored 18 points and tied a team-high with seven rebounds. Michelle Determan also grabbed seven rebounds and added 14 points in the win.

The Golden Eagles fall to 2-3 overall on the season while the Chargers advance to 7-1. Minnesota, Crookston opens the NSIC season this weekend as they travel to Minnesota Duluth and Bemidji State. The games on Friday and Saturday are both scheduled for a 6 p.m. tip-off.

Photo: Kelsey Van Ackeren

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.   

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston's Sport and Recreation Management Association (SRM) announced today it will be hosting the first annual "White Out" women's and men's basketball games on Friday, December 11 beginning at 6 p.m. The Golden Eagles host the Golden Bears of Concordia- St. Paul in the NSIC home-opener.
 
The "White Out" event will be filled with prizes and entertainment.  All fans are encouraged to wear a white t-shirt to the games to fill up Lysaker Gymnasium. If a fan doesn't have a white t-shirt, one can be purchased at the door for $5. All fans in white t-shirts are eligible to receive a raffle ticket that enters them for a chance to walk away with great prizes given away throughout the evening.  The prizes include: UMC apparel, Minnesota Wild tickets, Minnesota Wild gift basket, and a free month membership and a free month of tanning to Anytime Fitness.  Drawings for the prizes will be held at the halftime of the women's game and the start, halftime, and at the conclusion of the men's game.
 
Besides a raffle, halftime entertainment will be provided by the Crookston Youth Basketball Association (CYBA). The young hoopsters will put on an exhibition game during the halftime of the women's game. A 50/50 drawing will take place during the halftime of the men's game.  Two tickets will be drawn and the ticket holders will need to make a half-court shot to claim their prize.
 
A clothing and shoe drive will also be held on December 11.  All of the donations will be given to the local Care and Share of Crookston.  Any fan that brings in gently used clothing or shoes will receive half priced admission and a free popcorn or candy from the concession stand.  The clothes or shoes can also be picked up at your home on Thursday, December 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  To schedule an at home pickup please contact Natasha Kuhle at 281-8423 or kuhle007@umn.edu.
 
Everyone is invited to come out and cheer on your Golden Eagles as they take on the Golden Bears in the first home conference games of the season.
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).
  

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(St. Paul, Minn.)- The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference has announced its All-Academic Teams for the 2009 fall athletic season. To be eligible for this honor, the student-athlete must be a member of the varsity traveling team and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.20 or better. Furthermore, the athlete must have reached sophomore athletic and academic standing at her/his institution (true freshmen, red-shirt freshmen and ineligible athletic transfers are not eligible) and must have completed at least one full academic year at that institution.

Golden Eagle Athletes Include:
Football:
Cody Brekken               Jr.    Minnesota, Crookston      Crookston, Minn.
Timothy Ennis               Jr.    Minnesota, Crookston      Lancaster, Calif.
Justin Overby               So.    Minnesota, Crookston      Langdon, N.D.

Soccer:
Megan Hannon            Sr.   Minnesota, Crookston     Green Bay, Wis.
Stephanie Lee             Jr.    Minnesota, Crookston     Scarsdale, N.Y.
Anna Ogaard               Jr.    Minnesota, Crookston     Maple Grove, Minn.

Volleyball:
Janie Bauer                  So.    Minnesota, Crookston      Durand, Wis.
Danielle Rueter            So.    Minnesota, Crookston     Burlington, Wis.

Full NSIC Release

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is a NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).