2009-10 Basketball News

2009-10 Basketball Season in Review

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

With sixth year head coach Michelle Scecina leading the way, the Mount Holyoke basketball team posted an overall record of 8-18 in 2009-10. The Lyons advanced to the NEWMAC Tournament for the second year in a row, falling 57-40 to second seeded WPI in the quarterfinal round. They posted a 6-12 mark in league play.

Awards Handed Out at Annual Athletic Banquet

Thu, 06 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Mount Holyoke College Department of Athletics hosted its annual awards celebration this evening in Chapin Auditorium. Individuals from all 14 varsity teams were honored. Squash Head Coach Allen Fitzsimmons served as the event's emcee. Soccer team member Lauren Orr earned the prestigious Alumnae Association Scholar-Athlete Award.

Seniors Honored at Scholar Athlete Reception

Thu, 06 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Prior to the annual athletics awards celebration this evening, 17 Mount Holyoke seniors representing 11 teams were honored as part of the College's second annual Scholar Athlete Reception. The recognition event highlighted those student-athletes who have excelled both on the field and in the classroom.

SAAC Newsletter: Spring 2010

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Mount Holyoke College's Student-Athlete Advisory Committe has released its Spring 2010 Newsletter. Read about the soccer team's trip to Japan, Kathryn Brummer's life as a student-athlete and more!

NEWMAC Announces Winter Academic All-Conference Squads

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The NEWMAC recently announced its 2009-10 Winter Academic All-Conference Teams. Seven Mount Holyoke College 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 basketball and swimming and diving.

Hoops For Haiti

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Mount Holyoke College basketball team took on a motley crew of faculty and staff in a game to raise money for Haiti earthquake victims on Tuesday evening at the Mildred Howard Gymnasium. The stands were packed with enthusiastic fans who cheered in unison whenever either side scored.

WPI Ousts Basketball From NEWMAC Tournament, 57-40

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The WPI women's basketball team cruised to a 57-40 triumph over Mount Holyoke College in the Quarterfinal Round of the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference Tournament this evening at Harrington Auditorium.

Basketball Prepares For NEWMAC Tournament

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Mount Holyoke College women's basketball team has qualified for the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference Tournament for the second year in a row and 21st time in program history. The seventh seeded Lyons are slated to take on second seeded WPI in the Quarterfinal Round on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Worcester, Mass.

Babson Downs Basketball to Cap Off Perfect NEWMAC Regular Season, 65-30

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Babson basketball team cruised to a 65-30 triumph over NEWMAC foe Mount Holyoke this afternoon.

Coast Guard Rallies Past Basketball, 54-43

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Coast Guard basketball team overcame an eight point halftime deficit to defeat Mount Holyoke 54-43 this evening.

Pascual Collects "Lyon of the Week" Honors

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

First year basketball team member Angelica Pascual has been named “Lyon of the Week” for the week of February 8-14.

Basketball Completes Sweep of MIT, 60-50

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Using a balanced scoring attack, the Mount Holyoke basketball team picked up a 60-50 triumph over NEWMAC foe MIT this afternoon at the Mildred S. Howard Gymnasium.

Second Half Barrage Pushes WPI Past Basketball, 56-44

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The WPI basketball team used a dominant second half to secure a 56-44 triumph over NEWMAC foe Mount Holyoke this evening.

Basketball Team Joins the ???Pink Zone???

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Mount Holyoke Department of Athletics has partnered with the WBCA to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer through the “Pink Zone” initiative.

Basketball Pulls Away From Clark, 57-38

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

With Erin Cain and Tricia Chase leading the way, the Mount Holyoke basketball team cruised to a 57-38 victory over Clark this afternoon at the Kneller Athletic Center.

Smith Completes Sweep Of Basketball, 53-35

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Smith basketball team picked up a 53-35 triumph over NEWMAC rival Mount Holyoke this evening at the Mildred Howard Gymnasium.

Wellesley Uses Big Second Half to Best Basketball, 55-42

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Wellesley basketball team used a 14-0 second half run to help secure a 55-42 victory over NEWMAC foe Mount Holyoke.

Late Run Propels Springfield Past Basketball, 48-39

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Springfield basketball team outscored Mount Holyoke 11-0 over the final 6:09 to secure a 48-39 victory this evening.

Second Half Surge Pushes Wheaton Past Basketball, 62-58

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Basketball Rallies Past Coast Guard, 56-38

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Using a balanced scoring attack, the Mount Holyoke basketball team breezed to a 56-38 victory over Coast Guardthis evening in NEWMAC action at the Mildred S. Howard Gymnasium.

Basketball Dumps MIT, 42-29

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Powered by Angelica Pascual, the Mount Holyoke basketball team topped NEWMAC foe MIT 42-29 this afternoon at the Rockwell Cage.

Award Winning Documentary Filmmaker Jenny Mackenzie to Speak at Mount Holyoke

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Award winning documentary filmmaker and well known motivational speaker Jenny Mackenzie will be visiting Mount Holyoke College on Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. to present her new film entitled "Kick Like A Girl." Her appearance will highlight the College's National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration.

Basketball Dropped By WPI, 59-51

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The WPI basketball team grabbed a 59-51 win over Mount Holyoke this evening in NEWMAC action at Alumni Gymnasium.

Babson Overpowers Basketball, 73-28

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Babson basketball team breezed to a 73-28 victory over NEWMAC foe Mount Holyoke this afternoon at the Mildred Howard Gymnasium.

Wheaton Bests Basketball, 57-46

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Wheaton basketball team topped NEWMAC foe Mount Holyoke 57-46 this evening at Emerson Gymnasium

Basketball Falls To Drew in Key Largo, 72-62

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Drew basketball team overcame a 14 point deficit to defeat Mount Holyoke 72-62 this afternoon at the 2010 Key Largo Classic.

Rivier Trips Up Basketball in Key Largo, 66-60

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Mount Holyoke basketball team suffered a 66-60 setback to Rivier this evening at the 2010 Key Largo Classic.

Worcester State Too Much For Basketball, 52-36

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Using a balanced scoring attack and a stingy defense, the Worcester State basketball team earned a 52-36 victory over Mount Holyoke this evening.

Cain Secures "Lyon of the Week" Honors

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Basketball team member Erin Cain has been named “Lyon of the Week” for the week of December 7-13. The senior posted team highs of 10.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game.

Basketball Rolls Past Clark, 67-52

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Sophomore Tricia Chase piled up a career high 16 points to go with six rebounds, as the Mount Holyoke basketball team cruised to a 67-52 triumph over Clark today.