October 18, 2007
CA vs. Parrot Academy  1 - 1

 

The Chargers had their last game of the season vs. Parrot Academy resulting in a 1-1 tie.  It was a fantastic and very exciting game!  The Chargers started out a little slow, the defense working hard.  However, a goal from the edge of the circle rocketed into the goal early in the 1st half.  The Chargers kept them at 1 until the halftime.  The 2nd half was a completely different team, the offense driving down Parrot's side, taking multiple drives in their circle, and working their defense hard.  Kat Dubiansky sealed the tie with a post shot into Parrot's goal.  The last 5 minutes showed a very aggressive, dedicated, well formed offense. However, the clock was against us and we failed to score the winning goal.  Stripes go to the entire starting offensive line!

 

Coach Anna and Coach Bonnye would like to thank all the players, their parents, and everyone who came out to support our team.  It's been a great year, and we are both proud of the dedication and growth the girls have shown.

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October 17, 2007
CA @ Ravenscroft   1 - 2

 

The Chargers traveled to Ravenscroft today, losing 2-1.  However, the girls played excellent, with great give and go passes between Kelsey Miller, Tara Aida, and Amanda Riley. Ravenscroft scored their first goal early in the first half.  The Chargers, however, responded with 4 offensive corners.  After halftime, Ravenscroft scored their 2nd goal.  The Chargers, however were not ready to give up and Kelsey Miller, assisted by Kathleen Baryenbrauch and Bailey Plymyer, slapped the ball into the goal.  Despite the score, the Chargers played one of their most offensive games of the season, despite the Ravenscroft older, bigger team.

We look forward to our last game of the season versus Parrot Academy on Thursday.

 

Stripes go to the entire team for great game play!

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October 11, 2007
CA vs. Durham Academy  0 - 1

Perfect weather for field hockey!! The Chargers hosted Durham Academy today for the 2nd time this season ending in a disappointing 0-1 loss.  The Chargers played a very strong defensive game, saving 19 corners, and quite a few shots on goal.  However, the defense just couldn't keep the ball out of the goal the last 5 minutes of the second half.  Strong attempts to bring the ball up the field were led by Amanda Riley, Jacky Gordon, and Shelley Warner.  The Chargers look forward to traveling to Ravenscroft next Wednesday.

 

Defensive Stripes:  Emma Schlamm and Marion Brown Offensive Stripes: Amanda Riley, Jacky Gordon, Shelley Warner

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October 9, 2007
CA vs. Culbreth Middle School 0 - 1

The Chargers suffered another very disappointing loss today at Home vs. Culbreth Middle.  The defense definitely got a workout, but put up a valiant fight against Culbreth's very strong Offense.  Though corner after corner was called, defense never gave up the fight.  Defense Marion Brown kept the Chargers in the game with her strong free hits, giving offensive and mid players Amanda Riley and Jacky Gordon some very impressive breakaways.  Jacky Gordon, new to the offensive line, had our only shot on goal, though it fell just short.  Despite the heat, the lack of subs, and 2 missing starters, the Chargers put up a heck of battle.

 

Defensive Stripes: Marion Brown for her wonderful free hits. Emma Schlamm for some really good last minute saves!

Offensive Stripes: Jacky Gordon and Bailey Plymyer for their shots on goal

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October 8, 2007
CA  @ Smith Middle School  0 - 1

The Chargers suffered a very disappointing loss against Smith Middle with a final score of 0-1.  The long week ended definitely took its toll on the team, resulting in very sluggish play.  Despite the loss, the Chargers defense put up a heck of a game, led by Emma Schlamm recently off injury, Cat Newman with a beautiful reverse sweep, Marion Brown showing some great field work, and Lauren Pederson who stopped multiple breakaways by Smith.  We hope to bring back our energy for tomorrow's game vs. Culbreth! 

Offensive Stripes:  Jacky Gordon for great play as a forward.  Kelsey Miller for her very vocal defense for CA ball possession.
Defensive Stripes: Emma Schlamm for some great defensive work.  Cat Newman for her incredible reverse sweep!

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September 27, 2007
CA hosts Ravenscroft  0 - 0

 

The Chargers played their best defensive game of the season today, hosting Ravenscroft ending in a 0-0 tie.  Ravenscroft played a very offensive game, forcing our defense to step up.  Backs Lauren Pederson, Marion Brown, Cat Newman, and Quinn Jenkins had some miraculous saves.  Samantha Amick was also on top of her game, blocking multiple shots on goal.  There were times when we were sure Ravenscroft just scored, but a defensive player would step up and knock it right out!  Everyone played great today, and we look forward to next week's game against Smith Middle.

 

Defensive stripes: Lauren Pederson, Marion Brown, Cat Newman, Quinn Jenkins for all their great defensive plays and saves

 

Offensive: Kathleen Baryenbruch for her fantastic save on goal.  Tara Aida and Amanda Riley for some great breakaways!

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September 25, 2007
CA @ Parrott Academy  2 - 1

 

The Middle School Field Hockey team triumphed over Parrot Academy on Tuesday in a 2-1 victory, the first win of the season.  The first goal was scored by Tara Aida (from a Shelly Warner pass) with a beautifully hit ball from the top of the circle with a little more than 19:00 minutes left in the first half.  The Chargers stayed strong and remained in control of the game throughout the first half.  Kelsey Miller persevered and banged in a pass from Emily Schramm, after a short scrammble infront of the cage.  Despite a second half goal by Parrot Academy, the Chargers continued to dominate the game as the clock ticked down.  Quinn Jenkins and Emma Schlam kept the ball out of the defensive circle, showing skill and determination time after time.  An all around excellent game and continuing improvement insures a successdul rest of the season for the Chargers.

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September 20, 2007
CA @ Durham Academy  1 - 2

The Chargers traveled to Durham today to play Durham Academy resulting in their first goal of the season!  The game started out very exciting, with the Chargers playing very offensively.  Tara Aida and Kelsey Miller stepped up as forwards for the first time, keeping the ball aggressively in DA's side of the field and taking a very early shot on goal.  DA, however, scored their first goal on an offensive corner 24 minutes into the 1st half. After half time he Charger's came out a little tired , letting DA push down the field and score a second goal.  The Charger's however, responded with their own goal, the first in the season, with an offensive corner pushed out by Shelley Warner and slammed into the DA goal by Bailey Plymyer.  A great gamed played by all the girls!!

 

Stripes go to the entire team, with assist and goal stripes to Bailey Plymyer and Shelley Warner

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September 19, 2007
CA @ Culbreth Middle School 0 - 2

The team played away at Culbreth with a disappointing 0-2 loss. Culbreth's superior hit, aggression, and drives kept the Chargers from their circle, letting us have only 1 clear shot on goal.  The offense simply couldn't keep the ball down across the 50 long enough.  Defense played a very strong game, with very good tackling, and multiple free hits out of our circle.  Hopefully we'll see more energy and aggression from the team tomorrow at Durham Academy.

 

Offensive Stripe:  Tara Aida for her great attempt as a forward for the 1st time!

Defensive Stripe:  Lauren Pederson for her stopping the ball from coming down her side of field almost every time it came down.

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September 12, 2007
CA @ Phillips Middle School 0 - 3

Wow! What a great game!  The Charger's looked like an entirely different team from last week! The Chargers played Phillips again today with a spectacular first half.  The first 5 minutes the Chargers played very offensively, pushing Phillip's back into their own circle.  The score was 0-0 by the half, with some excellent saves by goalie Samantha Amick.  However, the Chargers came out a little more tired and not as aggressive, letting 2 goals in the first 6 minutes of the 2nd half.  With 20 defensive corners, the team got tired and another goal slipped in by the last 8 minutes.  However, the team got their confidence back and forced Phillips back the last 5 minutes of the game, playing very offensively.  A very exciting game for the season!

 

Offensive Stripes:  Bailey Plymyer for shutting out Phillip's best player.  Kelsey Miller for her great jabbing and stick work.  Shelley Warner for her amazing free hits.

 

Defensive Stripes:  Cat Newman for her awesome flying, free hits, and defensive work.  Emma Schlam for her aggressive defensive play.  Quinn Jenkins for playing a really hard and aggressive defense.

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September 11, 2007
CA hosts Smith Middle School 0 - 0

The Middle School Field Hockey team played a very even game today against Smith Middle School with a final score of 0-0.  Both teams were evenly matched, with the Chargers playing a very aggressive and offensive game.  The team had their first offensive corner today as well, a very exciting moment for our team!  Hopefully the Chargers will keep up the energy for tomorrow's first season away game against Phillips Middle School.

 

Offensive stripes go to:  Shelley Warner for her amazing free hits.  Amanda Riley for her aggressive and very offensive play.

 

Defensive stripes go to: Quinn Jenkins for her scrappy defensive work.  Tara Aida for her speed and great movement off the ball.

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September 6, 2007
CA hosts Phillips Middle School 0 - 5

 

The Chargers opened their season against Phillips Middle School in a 0-5 loss.  Phillips's great drives and better stick work led to a quick goal in the first 3 minutes of the game, and a 2nd soon after.  After a time-out the Chargers came out more aggressive, and played a very offensive game the last 12 minutes of the first half. Emma Schlam, coming off a recent injury played a very defensive game, keeping Phillips back.

The second half showed a more tired Charger team, but they still played very hard, bringing the ball up to Phililp's circle on several occasions.

We look forward to our next game Wednesday against Smith Middle School.

 

Defensive stripes: Emma Schlam and Samantha Amick Offensive stripes: Jacky Gordon, Shelley Warner, and Kelsey Miller