Archive for October, 2010

Outstanding Student Support Aids Soccer Victory

Thursday, October 21st, 2010

The Lawrence Men’s Soccer team earned a tremendous victory last night (October 20th) over rival St. Norbert College on the road.  The 2-1 win clinched a berth to this year’s Midwest Conference Championship tournament.  The Vikings displayed great determination and will power … and prevailed with some key last-second plays.

The team seemed energized right from the start and held that fire throughout the entire game.  One of the reasons this may have occurred could be the fact that the road game had the feel of a home game.  Despite unfriendly winds and spotty rain, 40 or more Lawrence University students made the 25-minute trip North to support their fellow classmates.  They cheered relentlessly and the team likely fed off the energy.  The LU student supporters were definitely more vocal than the home team’s supporters.

We hope that this is a start of even more support for the athletes at Lawrence.  The student-athletes put many hours into their particular sport – and the support of other stduents truly enhances their ability to perform.  It is appreciated by all the athletes and will be an asset for our teams down the road.

Well done to both the Men’s Soccer Team and the LU fans!!!

Blake Johnson Earns 100th Career Victory!!!

Monday, October 18th, 2010

This past Saturday, Director of Soccer Blake Johnson hit a personal milestone when the Lawrence Men’s Soccer team defeated Monmotuh by a 3-0 score.  The victory gave Coach Johnson 100 overall wins in his career (including 67 while at LU).  This is a great milestone for Coach Johnson and certainly is proof that he has been a great leader for the past several seasons.  We are very lucky to have Coach Johnson at the helm of Viking Soccer.

Congratulations Coach Johnson … and best of luck on reaching the next 100 victories!!!

Vikes Win North Division!!!

Saturday, October 9th, 2010

Because of an oustanding effort last night, the Lawrence Women’s Tennis Team earned another Midwest Conference North Division Championship by topping St. Norbert College at home!!!

The team will be a number 1 seed in the upcoming Midwest Conference Tournament.

Congratulations to the team and Head Coach Kevin Girard!!!