http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu en-us en-us http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/20120512x96g55 Miriam Larson-Koester turned in yet another impressive performance in the discus this afternoon at the New England Championships. The senior earned All-New England honors with her sixth place toss of 42.06 meters. In the process, she shattered her own school record. Sat, 12 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/20120512x96g55 2012-05-12T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120512nwlta6 Mount Holyoke closed out its 2011-12 season at the ECAC National Invitational Collegiate Regatta today on Lake Quinsigamond. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120512nwlta6 2012-05-11T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/equest/2011-12/releases/20120507vkcxnk Mount Holyoke rounded out its 2011-12 campaign with a fourth place finish at the IHSA National Championship Horse Show this weekend. A total of 15 teams from around the nation competed in the event, which was hosted by the Hunt Horse Complex. Sat, 05 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/equest/2011-12/releases/20120507vkcxnk 2012-05-05T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201205052z2dn7 Senior Miriam Larson-Koester continued her outstanding spring with another strong performance in the discus at the New England Division III Championships this weekend. As a result of her fifth place toss of 38.47 meters, she earned All-Region honors for the third time in her career. Sat, 05 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201205052z2dn7 2012-05-05T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120505b0t7rg Mount Holyoke competed in the New England Rowing Championships today at Lake Quinsigamond. The Lyons finished in 18th place overall with 22.7 points. Their novice four boat crossed the line first in the Petite Finals of its division. Sat, 05 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120505b0t7rg 2012-05-05T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/flag_football The Mount Holyoke athletics community came together for its inaugural flag football game on Sunday. The 40-minute Lyons Bowl took place behind Creighton Hall at 1:30 p.m. and was the product of a collaboration between the College's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Club Sports Council. Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/flag_football 2012-05-04T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wsoc/2011-12/releases/20120503edw719 Mount Holyoke recently hosted a group of soccer players and coaches from Kosovo, who were visiting the region to improve their skills and to build relationships with local players. The group included 12 players and two coaches for three weeks in April. Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wsoc/2011-12/releases/20120503edw719 2012-05-03T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120502e8jkl0 Sophomore Annabel Barrett and first year Kirsten Kilburn were named to the NEWMAC Lacrosse All-Conference Second Team after leading Mount Holyoke to six wins in 2012. As a team, the Lyons claimed the NEWMAC Sportsmanship Award for the third time in program history. Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120502e8jkl0 2012-05-02T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/2012_senior_scholars Prior to the annual athletics awards celebration last night, 27 Mount Holyoke seniors representing 12 teams were honored as part of the College's third annual Scholar Athlete Reception. The recognition event highlighted those student-athletes who have excelled both on the field and in the classroom. Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/2012_senior_scholars 2012-05-02T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/2012_banquet The Mount Holyoke Department of Athletics hosted its annual awards celebration this evening in Chapin Auditorium. Individuals from all 14 varsity teams were honored. Track and Field team member Miriam Larson-Koester earned the prestigious Alumnae Association Scholar-Athlete Award. Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/2012_banquet 2012-05-01T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120429lizc5q Led by first year Madi Mendiola, Mount Holyoke closed out its 2011-12 campaign with a seventh place finish at the Williams Spring Invitational this weekend. Mendiola fired a 166 to secured eighth place overall. Sun, 29 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120429lizc5q 2012-04-29T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/20120429cydjyt Senior Miriam Larson-Koester continued her outstanding spring with a dominant performance at the NEWMAC Track and Field Championships today. The veteran was at her best in the discus, where she took home top honors with a toss of 40.38 meters. In the process, she established a new meet record and earned First Team All-Conference honors. Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/20120429cydjyt 2012-04-28T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/student_leadership Five Mount Holyoke student-athletes were honored at the annual Celebration of Student Leadership and Academic Excellence last Tuesday. During the campus wide event, students and recent graduates were recognized for their leadership as demonstrated through academic excellence, community service and outstanding accomplishment. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/student_leadership 2012-04-24T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120422vx6kft Mount Holyoke took part in the annual Jack Leaman Championship this weekend. A total of 12 teams competed in the two-day tournament, which began on Saturday at Amherst Golf Club and concluded today at the Orchards Golf Club. First year Madi Mendiola grabbed 12th place to set the tone for the Lyons. Sun, 22 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120422vx6kft 2012-04-22T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wten/2011-12/releases/20120421lwb9p8 Mount Holyoke celebrated Senior Day with a convincing 7-2 triumph over Roger Williams this afternoon. Sophomore AnnElizabeth Konkel and senior Heather Richardson came out on top at both singles and doubles to set the tone for the Lyons. Richardson and Moore were honored prior to the match. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wten/2011-12/releases/20120421lwb9p8 2012-04-21T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204217mw78t A total of five Lyons earned points this weekend at Bowdoin’s Aloha Relays. Senior Miriam Larson-Koester set the tone with her outstanding results in the throwing events. In addition to taking home first place in the discus (41.62 meters), she also turned in a fifth place performance in the shot put (10.99 meters). Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204217mw78t 2012-04-21T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120421me4l37 Mount Holyoke took part in the NEWMAC Championship this morning on Lake Quinsigamond. The Lyons finished fifth in the varsity eight race with a time of 8:02.01. Wellesley claimed top honors at the event for the second year in a row and third time overall. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120421me4l37 2012-04-21T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120421rmcz27 Mount Holyoke closed out its 2012 campaign with a 14-8 loss to NEWMAC foe Springfield this afternoon at Stagg Field. Midfielders Kirsten Kilburn and Naomi Miller scored two goals apiece for the Lyons, who wrapped up their season with an overall record of 6-8 and a league mark of 1-5. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120421rmcz27 2012-04-21T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120419twt5j3 Senior midfielder Hilary Bombard found the back of the net 2:51 into overtime to lift Mount Holyoke to a dramatic 12-11 triumph over Bridgewater State this evening at Swenson Field. It was her fourth goal of the night. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120419twt5j3 2012-04-19T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/saac_newsletter_0412 Mount Holyoke's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee has released its April 2012 Newsletter. Read about spring training trips, new track and field team coaches and more! The newsletter, which was written and produced by student-athletes for student-athletes, will offer insight into the athletics community and life at the College. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/saac_newsletter_0412 2012-04-19T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wsoc/2011-12/releases/2012041834d8kx Former Mount Holyoke soccer team member Jacquelyn Archibald '11 was featured in its latest installment of ECAC Spotlight: Getting to Know Our Neighbors. Each week, the ECAC Spotlight examines the experiences and career paths of coaches, administrators, support staff and student-athletes within the ECAC footprint. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wsoc/2011-12/releases/2012041834d8kx 2012-04-18T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204187qjx68 First year Meara Algama has earned the Lyon of the Week award for the week of April 9-15 after an impressive performance at the Eastern Connecticut State Invitational on Friday. The rookie took home first place in the javelin with a toss of 30.37 meters. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204187qjx68 2012-04-17T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wten/2011-12/releases/201204157a9ir4 The 2012 Seven Sisters Tennis Championship concluded today with five more matches at Mount Holyoke. Vassar pulled out a thrilling 3-2 triumph over Wellesley in the final contest of the day to secure its 10th title. The Lyons topped Smith 4-1 to clinch third place for the third straight year. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wten/2011-12/releases/201204157a9ir4 2012-04-15T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/201204158jqoeh Mount Holyoke closed out its weekend with another solid day of racing on Lake Quinsigamond today. A total of four boats took to the water for the Lyons, who were joined by by Simmons, Union, Franklin and Marshall, Clark and UMass Lowell at the competition. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/201204158jqoeh 2012-04-15T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120415ql41p9 Mount Holyoke competed in the Vassar Invitational this weekend, earning eighth place overall. A total of 11 squads participated in the two round tournament, which took place at the Dutchess Golf and Country Club (par 72 - 5,805 yards). The Lyons were paced by paced by first year Madi Mendiola, who grabbed 13th place with a two day total of 170. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wgolf/2011-12/releases/20120415ql41p9 2012-04-15T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120414apq1s0 Mount Holyoke posted outstanding results on Lake Quinsigamond today. In addition to taking top honors in their first varsity race against Smith, the Lyons also clocked the second best time in the novice race. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wcrew/2011-12/releases/20120414apq1s0 2012-04-14T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/201204140mp5ww Mount Holyoke suffered a 21-7 setback to NEWMAC foe Babson this afternoon despite three goals from junior attacker Molly Macdonald. Prior to the game, a Senior Day ceremony took place to honor Hilary Bombard, Alex Crean, Jacinta Edebeli, Elizabeth Holsing and Jeanmarie Petersen. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/201204140mp5ww 2012-04-14T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204131xgwp0 Mount Holyoke took part in the fifth annual Eastern Connecticut Invitational this afternoon along with Trinity and Mahattanville. First year Meara Algama set the tone for the Lyons with her first place toss of 30.37 meters in the javelin. Meanwhile, sophomore Kathleen O’Connor won the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 1:16.99. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wtrack/2011-12/releases/201204131xgwp0 2012-04-13T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/student_athlete_day Hundreds of Mount Holyoke athletes gathered on Skinner Green Tuesday afternoon for a flash mob to celebrate National Student-Athlete Day. Members of both varsity and club sports participated in the event, which was designed to showcase the unity that exists among athletes across campus. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/news/2011-12/releases/student_athlete_day 2012-04-11T04:00:00Z http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120410ltdifx Mount Holyoke fell 13-9 to longtime rival Smith this evening in NEWMAC action at the Turf Field. Sophomore attacker Liz Randolph collected three goals and one assist for the Lyons, who entered the contest with three straight wins over the Pioneers. It was her first hat trick of the year and sixth of her career. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/sports/wlax/2011-12/releases/20120410ltdifx 2012-04-10T04:00:00Z