2011 Field Hockey News

March 26, 2012
Field Hockey Earns National Academic Honors
The Mount Holyoke field hockey team was recently recognized by the NFHCA for achieving a team grade point average of 3.0 or higher during the fall semester. In addition, 13 individual members of the team were named to the 2011 NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad.

November 22, 2011
Robertson Earns First Team All-America Honors
Field hockey team standout Shara Robertson earned NFHCA Division III First Team All-America honors as a result of her outstanding play this fall. The senior led the Lyons to a share of the NEWMAC Regular Season Championship and their second ECAC New England Championship. She will graduate as the program’s all-time leader in career points and goals.

November 17, 2011
Five Lyons Claim NFHCA All-Region Honors
Seniors Shara Robertson, Tricia Chase, Katie Gibson, Taylor Hedges and Jess Fajardo have earned NFHCA All-Region accolades as a result of their outstanding play this fall. All five players were instrumental in leading the Lyons to a share of the NEWMAC Regular Season Championship and their second ECAC New England Championship.

November 13, 2011
ECAC CHAMPIONS! Slysz Leads Field Hockey to Upset Victory Over Plymouth State
Led by sophomore Stephanie Slysz, third-seeded Mount Holyoke upset top-seeded Plymouth State 4-2 in the finals of the ECAC Division III New England Tournament this afternoon. The forward recorded two goals and an assist for the Lyons, who were crowned ECAC Champions for the second time in program history.

November 12, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: ECAC Championship - Field Hockey vs. Plymouth State
Mount Holyoke moved one step closer to its second ECAC Tournament Championship with a dramatic 2-1 double overtime triumph over the University of New England today. The Lyons will face off against top-seeded Plymouth State for the title tomorrow at noon.

November 12, 2011
Robertson's Heroics Lift Field Hockey Past University of New England in ECAC Semifinals
Add another chapter to the storybook career of senior Shara Robertson. The forward scored both goals for third-seeded Mount Holyoke in its dramatic 2-1 double overtime triumph over the second-seeded University of New England today in the ECAC Semifinals. The Lyons will face top-seeded Plymouth State in the ECAC Championship tomorrow at noon.

November 11, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: ECAC Semifinals - Field Hockey vs. University of New England
Mount Holyoke moved one step closer to its second ECAC Tournament Championship with an 8-1 triumph over sixth-seeded Worcester State on Wednesday. With the win, the third-seeded Lyons punched their ticket to tomorrow's ECAC Semifinals, where they will face off against the second-seeded University of New England at 1:30 p.m.

November 10, 2011
NEWMAC Announces Fall Academic All-Conference Squads
The NEWMAC recently announced its 2011 Fall Academic All-Conference Teams. Twenty-three Mount Holyoke student-athletes were recognized for their achievements in their respective sports as well as in the classroom. Academic All-Conference Teams were selected for the sports of cross country, field hockey, soccer, tennis and volleyball.

November 9, 2011
Field Hockey Blasts Worcester State in ECAC Quarterfinals
Led by Shara Robertson, third-seeded Mount Holyoke cruised to an 8-1 triumph over sixth-seeded Worcester State in the quarterfinal round of the ECAC Tournament this evening. With the win, the Lyons punched their ticket to the ECAC Semifinals, where they will face off against the second-seeded University of New England on Saturday at 1:30 p.m.

November 9, 2011
Field Hockey Trio Selected to NEWMAC All-Conference First Team
Seniors Shara Robertson, Tricia Chase and Katie Gibson were named to the NEWMAC Field Hockey All-Conference First Team as a result of their outstanding production during the 2011 season. All three players were instrumental in leading the Lyons to a share of the NEWMAC Regular Season Championship.

November 7, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: ECAC Quarterfinals - Field Hockey vs. Worcester State
After advancing to the NEWMAC Championship for the fourth time in program history over the weekend, Mount Holyoke has secured the third seed in the 2011 ECAC Division III New England Tournament. The Lyons will host a quarterfinal round contest against sixth-seeded Worcester State on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. They were crowned ECAC Champions in 2002.

November 6, 2011
Field Hockey Drops Heartbreaker to MIT in NEWMAC Championship
Mount Holyoke suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 setback to top-seeded MIT in the NEWMAC Championship this afternoon at Jack Barry Field. After gaining a 1-0 edge on Aurora Rougeau's first collegiate tally midway through the second half, the second-seeded Lyons surrendered a goal in the final seconds of regulation before Anna Teruya knocked in the winner 1:51 into overtime.

November 5, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: NEWMAC Championship - Field Hockey vs. MIT
Mount Holyoke moved one step closer to its third NEWMAC Tournament Championship with a 7-2 triumph over sixth-seeded Babson today at Jack Barry Field. With the win the Lyons improved to 13-4 on the year and punched their ticket to tomorrow’s NEWMAC Championship, where they will face off against top-seeded MIT at 1:00 p.m.

November 5, 2011
CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! Field Hockey Overpowers Babson in NEWMAC Tournament Semifinals
Stephanie Pascual and Jess Fajardo knocked in two goals apiece, as second-seeded Mount Holyoke raced to a 7-2 triumph over sixth-seeded Babson in the semifinal round of the NEWMAC Tournament this afternoon at Jack Barry Field. The Lyons will face off against top-seeded MIT in the NEWMAC Championship tomorrow at 1:00 p.m.

November 4, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: NEWMAC Semifinals - Field Hockey vs. Babson
For the 13th year in a row, Mount Holyoke has qualified for the NEWMAC Tournament. The second-seeded Lyons will begin their quest for conference supremacy with a semifinal round contest against sixth-seeded Babson tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. The contest will take place at MIT’s Jack Barry Field.

November 3, 2011
Chase and Robertson Selected to Participate in NFHCA Senior All-Star Game
Tricia Chase and Shara Robertson have been selected to represent Mount Holyoke at the 2011 NFHCA Division III Senior All-Star Game. They were among the 57 players from around the nation to be chosen for the match, which will take place at Nichols on Saturday, November 19 at 5:00 p.m.

November 1, 2011
Robertson’s Dramatic Goal Lifts Field Hockey to Share of NEWMAC Regular Season Championship
Senior forward Shara Robertson found the back of the cage with 1:15 remaining in regulation to boost Mount Holyoke to a dramatic 2-1 triumph over Springfield this evening at Stagg Field. With the win, the Lyons secured a share of the NEWMAC Regular Season Championship. Robertson became the program's all-time leader in career goals and points.

October 31, 2011
Field Hockey’s Match at Springfield Suspended Due to Snow
UPDATE: Mount Holyoke will have to wait another day to finish its match at Springfield. The Lyons enjoyed a 1-0 advantage with 12:43 remaining in regulation before heavy snow made the field unplayable on Saturday. Play will resume at Stagg Field on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.

October 25, 2011
Field Hockey Overpowers Westfield State Behind Robertson and Kilburn
Shara Robertson and Kirsten Kilburn recorded two goals apiece to lead Mount Holyoke to a convincing 6-0 triumph over Westfield State this evening at the Turf Field. Robertson also chipped in with two assists for the Lyons, who ran their win streak to three. With her two tallies tonight, the forward tied Krista Lindquist ’02 as the program’s all-time leader in career goals scored with 60.

October 25, 2011
Gibson Named NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week
Goalkeeper Katie Gibson has been named NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week after leading Mount Holyoke to a perfect 2-0 week with her stellar play between the pipes. The senior surrendered just one goal in a pair of key league wins over WPI and Clark. It was the second time this season that she has earned the award.

October 24, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Westfield State
Mount Holyoke hosts non-conference foe Westfield State Tuesday evening (7:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. This will be first meeting between the programs since the 1987 season, when Westfield State came out on top 3-0. The Lyons downed the Owls 5-0 in 1974.

October 22, 2011
Longtime Field Hockey Head Coach Andy Whitcomb Collects 150th Win at Mount Holyoke
With her victory over Clark this afternoon, longtime field hockey head coach Andy Whitcomb reached 150 wins in her career at Mount Holyoke. One of the top coaches in the northeast, she has posted an impressive 150-116-1 (.564) record since taking over the reins of the program in 1998.

October 22, 2011
Field Hockey Celebrates Senior Day With Shutout Victory Over Clark
Led by Tricia Chase and Shara Robertson, Mount Holyoke celebrated senior day with a 2-0 triumph over Clark this afternoon at the Turf Field. It was the 150th victory for longtime head coach Andy Whitcomb in her storied career with the Lyons.

October 21, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Clark
Mount Holyoke kicks off a three-match homestand versus Clark Saturday afternoon (1:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. With just over a week remaining in the regular season, both squads are still jockeying for position in the NEWMAC standings. A senior day celebration is slated to take place on the field prior to the contest.

October 18, 2011
Kilburn Buries a Pair to Lead Field Hockey Past WPI
First year midfielder Kirsten Kilburn recorded a pair of second half goals to push Mount Holyoke to a 4-1 triumph over WPI this evening in NEWMAC action at Alumni Field. With the win, the Lyons rebounded from a tough 3-2 setback at first place MIT on Saturday.

October 15, 2011
MIT Edges Field Hockey in Pivotal NEWMAC Showdown
With sole possession of first place in the NEWMAC standings at stake, Mount Holyoke suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 setback to MIT this afternoon at Jack Barry Field. Senior forward Shara Robertson figured in on both goals for the Lyons, scoring one and assisting on the other. Mount Holyoke saw its three-match winning streak come to an end.

October 12, 2011
Field Hockey Overpowers Simmons For Third Straight Win
Senior forward Shara Robertson racked up two goals and two assists to boost Mount Holyoke to a convincing 7-1 victory over Simmons this evening at the Winsor School Field. With the win, the Lyons ran their streak to three. They have outscored their opponents 16-1 over that span.

October 11, 2011
Fajardo Secures Lyon of the Week Award
Senior Jess Fajardo has earned the Lyon of the Week Award for the week of October 3-9 after leading the field hockey team to convincing wins over Nichols and Babson. The forward scored three goals and accounted for nine of her team's 63 shots.

October 10, 2011
Chase Collects NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week Accolades
Senior Tricia Chase has been named NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week for the week of October 3-9. It is the second time in her career that she has earned a NEWMAC Weekly Award. With Chase leading the way, the Lyons posted a pair of shutouts in a perfect 2-0 week.

October 8, 2011
Field Hockey Buries Babson With Second Half Explosion
Senior forwards Jess Fajardo and Shara Robertson scored two goals apiece, as Mount Holyoke rolled to a 5-0 triumph over Babson this afternoon at the Turf Field. With the win, the Lyons moved to 3-1 in NEWMAC play and 7-3 overall.

October 7, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Babson
Mount Holyoke hosts Babson for a pivotal NEWMAC showdown Saturday afternoon (1:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. In 28 previous meetings between the programs, the Beavers own a 16-9 advantage. They edged the Lyons 2-1 last season on a late goal by forward Courtney Weaving. Mount Holyoke’s goal came from forward Stephanie Slysz.

October 7, 2011
Mount Holyoke Field Hockey Team Set to "Play Pink"
The Mount Holyoke field hockey team has partnered with the Play 4 the Cure Foundation to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer through the "Play Pink" initiative. "Play Pink" is a nationwide, unified effort by field hockey teams to assist in raising breast cancer awareness on the field, across campuses, in communities and beyond.

October 4, 2011
Field Hockey Bounces Back With Dominant Effort at Nichols
Using a balanced attack, Mount Holyoke rolled to a 4-0 triumph over Nichols this evening at Vendetti Field. With the win, the Lyons snapped a two-match slide and improved to 6-3 on the year. They were paced by first year midfielder Kirsten Kilburn, who collected a goal and an assist.

October 1, 2011
Wheaton Slips Past Field Hockey With Two Unanswered Goals
Mount Holyoke fell 2-1 to Wheaton this afternoon at Faxon Field despite first year forward Christine Ianni’s fifth goal of the season. After gaining the early lead, the Lyons were unable to slip a second shot past Ellie Massengill. It was their first NEWMAC loss of the season.

September 28, 2011
#11 Amherst Uses Overtime to Hold Off Field Hockey
For the second year in a row, Mount Holyoke came up just short in its bid to upset nationally ranked Amherst. After falling behind 3-1, the Lyons staged a dramatic comeback in the final minutes of regulation before eventually falling 4-3 in overtime. Forwards Shara Robertson, Stephanie Slysz and Jess Fajardo recorded goals.

September 27, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Amherst
Mount Holyoke will look to extend its win streak to four, when it hosts nationally ranked Amherst Wednesday evening (7:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. In 33 previous meetings between the programs, the Lord Jeffs own a 27-5 advantage. They edged the Lyons 1-0 last fall behind Katie McMahon’s goal in the 50th minute. Katie Gibson made 11 saves for Mount Holyoke.

September 26, 2011
Robertson Named NEWMAC Field Hockey Offensive Player of the Week
Senior Shara Robertson has been named NEWMAC Field Hockey Offensive Player of the Week for the week of September 19-25. It is the second time in her career that she has earned the award. The forward racked up three goals and three assists in a perfect 2-0 week for the Lyons.

September 24, 2011
Field Hockey Takes Down Wellesley With Huge First Half
Sophomore forward Stephanie Slysz scored two times to propel Mount Holyoke to a 5-3 triumph over NEWMAC foe Wellesley this afternoon at the Turf Field. The Lyons exploded for goals over a span of 10:53 in the first half to set the tone for their third consecutive win.

September 23, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Wellesley
Mount Holyoke hosts Wellesley for a NEWMAC showdown Saturday afternoon (1:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. In 46 previous meetings between the programs, the Blue own a 31-12 advantage. They downed the Lyons for the 14th time in a row last fall, winning by a score of 2-1.

September 20, 2011
Robertson Scores 50th Career Goal to Lead Field Hockey Past Western New England
Led by senior forward Shara Robertson, Mount Holyoke rolled to a 5-0 victory over Western New England this evening at the Turf Field. With her two goals, Robertson gained sole possession of second place on the Lyons’ all-time scoring list. The forward surpassed Jaimie Macari and needs just 10 more to reach Krista Lindquist’s record of 60.

September 19, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Western New England
Mount Holyoke entertains non-conference foe Western New England tomorrow evening (7:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. In 24 previous meetings between the programs, the Lyons own a 17-6 advantage. Last fall, they picked up their fourth straight triumph over the Golden Bears, winning by a score of 1-0. Stephanie Pascual scored the lone goal.

September 17, 2011
Field Hockey Sprints Past Smith Behind Robertson’s Hat Trick
Senior forward Shara Robertson recorded her eighth career hat trick, as the Mount Holyoke field hockey team sprinted to a 9-0 triumph over longtime rival Smith this afternoon at the Turf Field. It was the NEWMAC opener for both squads. With the win, the Lyons improved to 3-1 on the year. They have defeated the Pioneers 10 straight times.

September 16, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Smith
Mount Holyoke opens up its NEWMAC slate against longtime rival Smith College Saturday afternoon (1:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. In 46 previous meetings between the programs, both sides have prevailed 23 times. They have also finished in a deadlock on one occasion. Last season, the Lyons downed the Pioneers for the ninth time in a row, winning by a score of 4-0.

September 14, 2011
Wesleyan Outlasts Field Hockey in Double Overtime Thriller
The Mount Holyoke field hockey team suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 setback to Wesleyan this evening at Smith Field. After the teams played to a 1-1 tie through regulation and one overtime period, the Cardinals scored 1:38 into the second extra session to seal things. Senior forward Jess Fajardo recorded her fourth goal of the year for the Lyons.

September 12, 2011
Gibson Picks Up NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week Honors
Goalkeeper Katie Gibson has been named NEWMAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week after leading Mount Holyoke to a perfect 2-0 week with her stellar play between the pipes. The senior turned away 20 shots in wins over Regis and Castleton State.

September 10, 2011
Gibson Guides Field Hockey Past Castleton State
Senior goalkeeper Katie Gibson racked up a career best 17 saves to lead Mount Holyoke to a 2-1 victory over Castleton State this afternoon at Spartan Stadium. With the win, the Lyons improved to 2-0 for the second year in a row. They are now perfect in three all-time meetings with the Spartans.

September 8, 2011
Mount Holyoke Rolls Past Regis in 2011 Opener
Senior forwards Shara Robertson and Jess Fajardo posted three goals apiece, as Mount Holyoke rolled to a 12-1 triumph over Regis this evening at the Turf Field. It was the fourth year in a row that the Lyons prevailed in their season opener.

September 8, 2011
Lyons Game Day Central: Field Hockey vs. Regis
Mount Holyoke kicks off its 2011 campaign versus non-conference foe Regis this evening (7:00 p.m.) at the Turf Field. This will be the first ever meeting between the two programs. The Lyons wrapped up their 2010 season with an overall record of 11-6. They went 5-3 in league play and advanced to the NEWMAC Tournament for the 12th year in a row. Regis posted a 4-12 mark last fall.

August 9, 2011
Field Hockey Releases 2011 Schedule
After qualifying for the NEWMAC Tournament for the 12th year in a row last fall, the Mount Holyoke field hockey team will take on a challenging 17-game schedule in 2011. The Lyons are slated to kick things off at home against Regis College on Thursday, September 8 at 7:00 p.m.

August 8, 2011
Mount Holyoke Athletics Unveils Facebook Page
Mount Holyoke Athletics is now on Facebook! Our page will allow fans to stay up-to-date and share information about their favorite teams on a daily basis. "Like" us today at facebook.com/mhclyons.