Freshman Jenna Hoffman’s hot bat led the No. 18-ranked St. Thomas softball team over University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (29-14) 9-3 Thursday in the NCAA Regional Tournament in Eau Claire, Wis.
Softball wins both games, in pursuit of MIAC title
Senior pitchers Cassie Smith and Biz Sitzmann allowed only one combined run over a two-game span as the top-seeded St. Thomas softball team (38-4) defeated fourth-seed Hamline 7-0 and second-seed Gustavus 3-1 at home Friday afternoon in the MIAC playoffs.
Senior pitchers Cassie Smith and Biz Sitzmann allowed only one combined run over a two-game span as the top-seeded St. Thomas softball team (38-4) defeated fourth-seed Hamline 7-0 and second-seed Gustavus 3-1 at home Friday afternoon in the MIAC playoffs.
Braunig, Archer jump into conference meet
Freshman Nick Braunig and senior Teddy Archer both set personal records with their jumps and qualified for the conference meet. For Archer, a member of the DIII national championship basketball team, it was a strong showing in his first track meet ever.
Students relax in Lower Quad for National Stress Out Week
Students destressed in the Lower Quad Friday with free chair massages and therapy dogs, which were offered as a part of an event for National Stress Out Week.
Best summer music festivals in Minnesota
Sports Editor Ryan Shaver thinks there are four music festivals that shouldn’t be missed this summer.
Student turns NFL draft hobby into business
Junior Shawn Zobel must manage his time carefully. As an NFL draft expert, Zobel has to dedicate time to his website, draftheadquarters.com, and his 244-page book while taking a full class load.
Strong pitching helps softball sweep Bethel, extend winning streak to 18
Senior Biz Sitzmann (12-1) went the distance for the Tommies in the first game, giving up three runs on 10 hits. Senior Cassie Smith (11-1) threw a complete game shutout in game two, giving up four hits and striking out seven batters.
Strong pitching helps softball sweep Carleton
The Tommies beat Carleton 9-1, 6-5 in the team’s season-opening doubleheader at home, thanks to strong pitching by senior Cassie Smith. St. Thomas’ next game is against Augsburg Tuesday on the road.
News in :90 – April 1, 2011
This is News in :90 for Friday, April 1, 2011.
The Locker Room with Steve Fritz – March 31, 2011
[slidepress gallery=”110331_LOCKER_ROOM”] Coach Steve Fritz and senior Tyler Nicolai joined sports editor Ryan Shaver in The Locker Room to talk about the team’s national championship run.
Easton takes third at NCAA swimming and diving championships
Junior Jennifer Easton took third in the 1-meter dive and earned All-American honors at the NCAA swimming and diving championships. Senior Becca Ney placed 42nd in the 100 free, and sophomore Sam Rauchwarter took 39th in the 100 free.
Three swimmers and divers compete at nationals
Junior Jennifer Easton placed third in the 1-meter dive, while sophomore Sam Rauchwarter finished 24th in the men’s 200 free and senior Becca Ney failed to advance in the women’s 50 free and women’s 200 free.
News in :90 – March 18, 2011
This is News in :90 for Friday, March 18, 2011.
The Locker Room with Steve Fritz – March 15, 2011
Assistant coach Don Johnson and senior Alex Healy joined sports editor Ryan Shaver in The Locker Room to talk about the team’s Final Four game against Middlebury College Friday in Salem, Va.
Senior hopeful after participating in NFL pro day
After months of preparation at Englebert Training Systems Gym in Woodbury, Minn., Becker showed up to the pro day confident in his abilities.