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

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Soccer team opens the 2010 regular season on Thursday, September 2 at 7 p.m. (C.S.T.) when they travel to Rensselaer, Ind. to face St. Joseph's College in a non-conference match. After a day off, the Golden Eagles travel to Marion, Ind. to face Indiana Wesleyan University in a non-conference match on Saturday, September 4 at 6 p.m. (C.S.T.)

U of M, Crookston has played two exhibition games defeating Jamestown College 2-0 on August 22 and losing to Minot State University 2-0 on August 29.

Golden Eagles @ St. Joseph's College  Thursday, September 2  7 p.m. (C.S.T.)

The Pumas open the 2010 regular season after playing two exhibition games. They finished the 2009 season with an overall record of 3-14-1 and Great Lakes Valley Conference (GVLC) record of 2-12-1. Stephanie Wiethop is St. Joseph's top returning player having scored four goals and added one assist for nine points.

Golden Eagles @ Indiana Wesleyan University Saturday, September 3  6 p.m. (C.S.T.)

The Wildcats have an overall record of 1-0-0 after defeating Bethel University of Tennessee 4-1. They host Lindsey Wilson College on Tuesday, August 31. Kelsey Johnston and Megan Marshall are Indiana Wesleyan's top returning players having each scored 36 points last season. Johnston scored 14 goals and added eight assists while Marshall scored 13 goals and added 10 assists.

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

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an 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.)- Minot State University scored a goal in each half and limited the University of Minnesota, Crookston to two shots on goal as they defeated the Golden Eagles 2-0 in an exhibition women's soccer game today in Minot, N.D.

The Beavers got on the board at 37:22 of the match when Tatyannay Griffiths scored off an assist from Lexy Kidd. Minot State University scored their second goal at 52:56 when Kidd found the back of the net in unassisted fashion.

Anna Ogaard (Sr, GK, Maple Grove, Minn.) recorded nine saves for the Golden Eagles.

U of M, Crookston will open the 2010 regular season when they travel to Rensselaer, Ind. on Thursday, September 2 and Marion, Ind. on Saturday, September 4 to face St. Joseph's College and Indiana Wesleyan University respectively. Thursday's match will begin at 7 p.m. (C.S.T.) while Saturday's match will begin at 6 p.m. (C.S.T.).

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

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an 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 football team opens the 2010 season on Thursday, September 2 when the Golden Eagles host the Comets of Mayville State University in a non-conference contest. UMC is 3-0 against Mayville State in the team's three previous match-ups. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Ed Widseth Field on the U of M, Crookston campus.
 
The Athletics Department and Teambackers are excited to announce that Midcontinent Communications will give away two big-screen televisions during the game.  A 32" TV will be given away to one randomly-drawn, lucky UMC student with a current student ID, and a 42" TV will be given away to one randomly-drawn, lucky attendee with a paid admission or valid pass.   The drawings will be held in the 3rd quarter, and you must be present to win.  There will be no additional charge to be eligible for the drawings.
 
The Golden Eagles open NSIC play on the road at Wayne State on Saturday, September 11 at 1 p.m. The team returns home on Saturday, September 18 to host the Mavericks of Minnesota State University, Mankato at 1 p.m.
 
Follow the Golden Eagles:
Live Radio- KROX- 1260 AM (http://bit.ly/bObsrD)
Live Golden Eagle Online Stats- (http://bit.ly/duiYdA)
Live Video- New Media Television Networks, Inc. (http://bit.ly/2t537k)
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an 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 Women's Soccer team returns to exhibition action on Sunday, August 29 when they travel to Minot, N.D. to take on Minot State University at 1 p.m. The Golden Eagles opened the 2010 season with a 2-0 home exhibition win over Jamestown College on Sunday, August 22.

Golden Eagles @ Minot State University  Sunday, August 29  1 p.m.

The Beavers tied Winona State University 1-1 in a scrimmage on Saturday. They will face Bemidji State University on Saturday prior to facing the Golden Eagles.

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

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an 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 Women's Soccer team started the 2010 season on a positive note with a 2-0 win over Jamestown College in exhibition action today in Crookston, Minn.

After a scoreless first half, U of M, Crookston got on the board at 63:28 when Rachel Halligan (Fr, D, Duluth, Minn.) found the back of the Jamestown College net off assists from Megan Flynn (So, M, Chanhassen, Minn.) and Rachelle Alcini (Fr, D, Ann Arbor, Mich.). The Golden Eagles tallied their second goal at 68:20 when Kylie Haberman (Fr, M, Sioux Falls, S.D.) scored off an assist from Nikki Hammond (Fr, F, Nelson, Minn.). Anna Ogaard (Sr, GK, Maple Grove, Minn.) recorded two saves to secure the shutout.

The Golden Eagles return to exhibition action on Sunday, August 29 when they travel to Minot, N.D. to take on Minot State University. Game time is set for 1 p.m.

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

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an 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: (Left to Right) - Rachel Halligan, Kylie Haberman, Anna Ogaard

 

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

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Soccer team volunteered at the Crookston Humane Society on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 18.

The Golden Eagle players and coaches helped bathe and walk the dogs as well as clean the cats' cages. The cats and dogs loved the attention as much as the U of M, Crookston Women's Soccer program enjoyed giving it.

"This was a great way for us to give back to the community," says Golden Eagle Head Women's Soccer Coach Richard Jones. "We look forward to volunteering at the shelter throughout the year."

The Golden Eagles open the 2010 season with an exhibition game against Jamestown College on Sunday, August 22. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. at the UMC Soccer Field.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site 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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Photo Caption: Megan Flynn (So, D, Chanhassen, Minn.) poses with a dog she just bathed and walked.

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

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Soccer team will open the 2010 season with a home exhibition game against Jamestown College on Sunday, August 22. The match will start at 4 p.m. instead of the originally scheduled 5 p.m.

The Golden Eagles finished the 2009 season with an overall record of 2-15-2 and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) record of 0-12-1 in Coach Richard Jones's first season at the helm. U of M, Crookston welcomes a roster of 20 student-athletes including 13 newcomers. Top returning players include Anna Ogaard (Sr, GK, Maple Grove, Minn.) who started 17 games in net with a 2.45 goals against average and a .770 saves percentage and Kaitlyn Ostergren (So, M, Lino Lakes, Minn.) who scored three goals for six points.

Golden Eagles vs. Jamestown College  Sunday, August 22  4 p.m.

The Jimmies finished the 2009 season with an overall record of 3-13-3 including a 1-1 tie with the Golden Eagles.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site 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: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Athletic Department held its annual Women's Golf Scramble on Tuesday, August 10 at the Minakwa Golf Course in Crookston, Minn. The tournament benefits women's athletic scholarships at the U of M, Crookston.
 
Sixteen teams and a total of 65 participants took part in the scramble that was shortened slightly by rain. The golfers heard remarks from University of Minnesota, Crookston Chancellor Dr. Charles H. Casey and Athletic Director Stephanie Helgeson prior to the shotgun start.
 
Prizes were awarded for the first, second and third place teams. Due to the rain, prizes for the longest putt, longest drive and closest to the line were raffled off.
 
First Place - (L-R)- Dell Hoff, Linda Hanson, Kathie Barnes and Paula Waters.
          
The University of Minnesota, Crookston Athletic Department would like to thank the Minakwa Golf Course for helping with the scramble and for the post-play dinner. They would also like to thank the individuals and businesses that donated gifts as well as all hole sponsors.
 
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: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- University of Minnesota, Crookston head women's softball coach Mitch Bakken announced today the signing of Kelli Burns from Montrose, Minn. to a National Letter of Intent to play for the Golden Eagles during the 2010-11 season.
 
Burns is a 5-6, pitcher, who played her high school softball at Watertown-Mayer High School in the Wright County Conference. Following her junior season Burns was named to the KDUZ All-Area team and was an All-Conference Honorable Mention player. Following her senior campaign, she was named to the KDUZ All-Area team, the Wright County All-Conference team and was selected as the team MVP. Burns traveled with her club team to the 2010 Kansas City Softball World Series and was named a game MVP for her outstanding play.
 
"Kelli brings a strong work ethic and dedication to the Golden Eagle Softball program," says coach Bakken. "She will see time pitching as a freshman and I feel as she learns the Division II game she will become a very versatile player. I know she is excited to get started this fall and I look forward to watching her develop into a key player for the Golden Eagles."
 
Burns plans to major in natural resource management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. She is the daughter of Carri and Dan Burns.
 
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).
 
All signees are contingent upon admission to the University of Minnesota, Crookston and compliance with NCAA rules, including certification by the NCAA Eligibility Center.
 
 
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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The fall sports season is just around the corner and nowhere is this more evident than on the campus of the University of Minnesota, Crookston. Golden Eagle football and volleyball coaches are busy preparing for preseason practices as the fall athletes arrive to campus this week.
 
The Golden Eagle Football staff is preparing for over 80 athletes to arrive on campus on Wednesday, August 11. The team will open with meetings on the 11th and begin practice on Thursday the 12th. Top returners on offense include Keith McBride (RB, 5-11, 195, SO, Lodi, Wis.) and Jordan Lecher (WR, 6-3, 195, JR, Litchfield, Minn.). Top defensive returners include Cody Brekken (DB, 5-11, 190, SR, Crookston, Minn.), Cory Weisner (DL, 6-1, 280, JR, Hugo, Minn.) and Cecil Brown (DB, 5-10, 205, SO, Edison, Ga.).
 
Golden Eagle Football opens the 2010 season at home in a non-conference game against Mayville State on Thursday, September 2. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Ed Widseth Field. U of M, Crookston will celebrate Homecoming on Saturday, September 25. The Golden Eagles host the Dragons of MSU Moorhead with a start time of 1 p.m.
 
The Golden Eagle Volleyball team arrives to campus on Saturday, August 14th with the first practice on Monday, August 16th. Top returners for Golden Eagle Volleyball are Alyssa Krikke (MH, 6-0, SR, Grand Rapids, Mich.), Shannon Cologna (S, 5-8, SR, Peoria, Ariz.), Amanda Swann (OH, 6-0, SO, Rochester, Mich.) and Danielle Rueter (OH, 5-9, SO, Burlington, Wis.).
 
Golden Eagle Volleyball team opens the season with nine games on the road including their first game against American International College at the Northern Michigan Invite in Marquette, Mich. First serve is scheduled for 9 a.m. The Golden Eagles open NSIC play at MSU Moorhead on Tuesday, September 14th. Game time is scheduled for 7 p.m. The team hosts Minnesota Duluth on Friday, September 17th at 7 p.m. U of M, Crookston returns to Lysaker Gymnasium on the 18th to host Bemidji State at 4 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).
 
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Contact: Chris Vito - Assistant Sports Information Director - (218)281-8445

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Women's Soccer team will open the 2010 season with practice on Monday, August 16 at the UMC Soccer Field. Practices will run twice daily from 8-10 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.

Golden Eagle Head Coach Richard Jones enters his second season at the helm and is excited to get things started. "I am very excited about the talent and depth that we have added to our team this fall," says Coach Jones.  "The addition of leadership from Katie Bowar (5'4", Jr, M, Moorhead, Minn.) and Kayla Bowar (5'4", Jr, D, Moorhead, Minn.) will be a nice compliment to the 11 players that are new to U of M, Crookston. Our 11 newcomers are athletic and very dynamic. We will be young with 17 freshmen and sophomores but our sophomores gained a lot of valuable experience and playing time last year that will undoubtedly pay dividends this year. And it is always reassuring knowing that we have the best goalkeeper in the conference on our team in Anna Ogaard (5'8", Sr, GK, Maple Grove, Minn.). 

The University of Minnesota, Crookston finished the 2009 season with an overall record of 2-15-2 and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) record of 0-12-1. The Golden Eagles open the 2010 season with a non-conference home match against Jamestown College on August 22. Game time is set for 4 p.m.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site 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 program today announced the signing of Cornelius Mosby of Chicago, Ill. to a National Letter of Intent. Mosby is a 6'7", 218 lb, power forward who is transferring from Ellsworth Community College of Ellsworth, Iowa after playing there the last two seasons.

At Ellsworth, Mosby played on a team that was ranked number one in the country at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II level most of the year. He was named third team all-region. 

Golden Eagle Head Men's Basketball Coach Jeff Oseth is excited about the addition of Mosby to the U of M, Crookston program. "Cornelius is an outstanding rebounder and defensive player," says Coach Oseth.  "We have watched him since his freshmen year at Ellsworth. The strength he put on from his freshmen year to his sophomore year has been tremendous. With the added strength, it will enable Cornelius to guard bigger players. What we like about his game is that he is able to run the floor, rebound and guard a number of different positions on the floor. He is an athletic player that plays hard. We recruited Cornelius throughout the year and eventually he signed at an NCAA Division II school in Texas. But as the summer went on Cornelius felt it was too far away from home.  So he contacted us to see if we were still interested and we certainly were.  Coach Vic Garza was a great help in his recruitment."

Mosby will be a criminal justice major at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Yolanda and Antonio Johnson of Chicago, Ill.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics Web site 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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