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[Baseball] CARDINALS OPEN 2012 SEASON IN TENNESSEE

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-20T18:29:07-06:00

(Milligan, TN) - The Concordia Baseball team headed to Tennessee this past weekend to kick off their 2012 season against Milligan College. The Cardinals first two games were underneath the lights as game one start time was 7pm. The Cards scuffled in these first two-game set against the Buffaloes Friday Night, managing 4 runs on 4 hits under the lights. Concordia gave way to the Buffaloes falling 10-1. Senior, Jim Rousseau pitched 3 innings and received the loss for the Cards, while Fleenor threw a complete game for Milligan and got the win. The Buffaloes came out on top in game two after a few errors from the Cardinals' defense in a 10-3 decision.

Concordia turned in a much better performance during Saturday's double header as they cashed in 10 runs on 11 hits in the first game, 3 of which came on a 3-run home run by sophomore, Chandler Sidwell. Garrett Keeler turned in a solid start, giving up 3 runs on 3 hits in 4 innings to gain his first victory of the season. Milligan's starter, Walker was charged with the loss as the Buffaloes only managed 4 runs of support. The Cards would roll 10-4. The final game of the weekend proved to be the most dramatic. Concordia started off the game with a run in the top of the first, but Milligan answered back with one of their own in the bottom half of the inning. The Cardinals got the bats working again in the third, loading the bases with nobody out and cashing in one run on a 6-4-3 double play before a 2-out double from Jared Janssen score the second. The Buffaloes answered back again in the home half of the inning with two more runs. Concordia led 7-3 going into the bottom half of sixth, but Milligan managed to score 4 runs on 4 hits to tie the game. Cardinal closer, Ryan Noack came in to pitch in the sixth and would stay on the mound until the tenth inning, when a bases loaded single would end the game in favor of Milligan. Despite a heart breaking 7-8 loss Noack turned in a solid performance for the Cards pitching 4 innings in relief, giving up just the 1 run and striking out 6.

The Cardinals will be back in action this weekend when they travel to Owensboro, KY to face off against Brescia College. The Cards will play a double header on Saturday, Feb. 25^th starting at 2pm and then again on Sunday, Feb. 26^th with the first game starting at noon. Good Luck Cards.

[Women's Soccer] LADY CARDS SIGN SKYLINE STAR RACHEL JOHNSTON

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-20T18:17:29-06:00

(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Women's Soccer team is very pleased to announce the signing of Skyline High School senior, Rachel Johnston. Rachel will join her older sister (Laura Beth) on the Cardinals' roster starting in the fall of 2012. Rachel has been a captain and starting outside midfielder of the Skyline varsity soccer team for the past two years. She was also a captain and starter of her club soccer team, Ann Arbor United, for four years. Rachel is an excellent student-athlete and is a member of the National Honors Society for Skyline HS. While at Concordia she plans to pursue a degree in biology and a career in the medical field. Concordia University would like to welcome Rachel as their newest Cardinal!

[Women's Basketball] WITH WIN ON SENIOR DAY #5 CARDS ARE CO-REGULAR SEASON WHAC CHAMPS

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-20T15:36:30-06:00

#5 CUAA 81, Indiana Tech 61

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(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Women's Basketball team put the finishing touches on an outstanding, record breaking regular season Saturday, beating the Indiana Tech Warriors 81-61. The win gave the #5 Cardinals an astonishing 12-0 record at home this season and was their eleventh consecutive conference win. The Cardinals finished the regular season tied for 1st place in the WHAC with Davenport University at 16-2, while the Warriors fell to 6-12 and finished in 8^th in the WHAC.

The game remained close during the first half of Senior Day as each team put forth an effort equal to that of their opponent. Indiana Tech would convert a higher percentage of their field goals during the first 20 minutes of play, but Concordia pulled ahead by 5 before halftime. The Warriors would come back to tie the game within the first two minutes of the second half, but the Cardinals built a lead thereafter which snowballed into as many as 24 points. A ten player scoring effort led the home team to a 20-point victory over the visitors from Indiana.

The top scorer for Saturday's game was credited to Catherine Herriman, whose four 3-point baskets helped her reach 17 total points. Two Cardinals put up double double performances on the night as Hannah Sabol scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds while Brittany Simmons scored 10 points of her own and also grabbed 11 boards. The women's team looks to carry their momentum from the regular season into the playoffs as they are set to play the seventh seeded Aquinas Saints at home on Thursday, February 23. Tip-off is set for 7:30pm. Come on out and support your #5 Lady Cards!

Note: Saturday was Senior Day for the Lady Cards as 8 Cardinals were honored on the day. The game however, will not be the Cards last home game as they will host the first round of the playoffs and possibly further depending on the results. The 8 Cardinals honored were...

[Women's Indoor Track & Field] LADY CARDS INDOOR SEASON CONCLUDES

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-20T15:08:59-06:00

For the Results of the Meet Click Here

(Angola, IN) - The Women's Indoor Track and Field team competed at the WHAC Conference Championship Meet on Saturday. The meet was held at Trine University in Angola, Indiana. The Lady Cards top performer was, freshmen, Michele LaGrand. LaGrand ranPRs (personal records) in both the 60 meter and 200 meter dashes, as well as breaking her previously held school records in both events. Her 60 meter time was 8.04. In the 200 meter she shattered her old record by almost 4 tenths of a second, which is huge in the 200, running a 26.65. "Michele was a powerhouse today," said Coach Steve Montgomery. "She came out of the starting blocks really strong in the 200 and never backed down. "Her 60 got off to a bit of a shaky start, but she persevered and ran an excellent time," he added.

Also competing in the 60 meter and 200 meter was junior, Brenda Hawkins, who, like LaGrand ran PRs in both events. "Brenda has been improving with every race she runs," said Montgomery. "I'm looking forward to see what she can do as we go forward into Outdoor Track Season," he added.

Competing in the distance events were senior, Maggie Harris, sophomore, Molly Rathje, and freshmen, Leigh McRobbie. Freshmen, Joy Orr competed in the 400 meter.

Harris and Hawkins were both named to the All-Academic Team, while LaGrand was named to the Champions-of-Character Team. "I am very proud of these ladies for their academic achievements as well as their contributions toward the fine character this team possesses," Montgomery stated.

With the Indoor Track Season now concluded, the team is looking forward to Outdoor Track Season, with the first meet on March 31, 2012, at University of Toledo.

[Men's Indoor Track & Field] CARDS INDOOR SEASON COMES TO A CLOSE

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-20T14:40:15-06:00

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(Angola, IN) - The Men's Indoor Track and Field team competed at the WHAC Conference Championships this past Saturday. The meet was hosted by Trine University in Angola, Indiana. The Cards top performer for the meet was senior, Martell Buchanan. Buchanan placed 4^th in the 400 meter dash, breaking his own school record, with a time of 50.53. He also placed 5^th in the 200 meter dash, breaking another school record, with a time of 22.56. Head Coach Steve Montgomery stated that "I knew Martell was ready to have a great day today. He has been looking fast and smooth in practice. The last couple of practices before this meet he just looked ready to go," he added. "I'm super happy for him, with all of the achievements he has had this season."

[Men's Basketball] CARDS REGULAR SEASON ENDS, WHAC TOURNY LIES AHEAD

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-19T19:46:41-06:00

CUAA 63, #19 Indiana Tech 64

(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Men's Basketball team wrapped up their regular season on Saturday on the road against #19 Indiana Institute of Technology. The Cards were looking to take a win into the playoffs, but were facing a tough opponent in the Warriors. The Cardinals came out shooting well in the first half from inside the arc shooting 46%, but their shots were off from long distance as they only shot 10% from beyond the arc. Despite the Cards uncommon struggles from long distance they went into the break on top with a 2-point lead (32-30).

In the second half the Cardinals started to pull away early going up by 11 within the first 6 minutes of the half. The Cards would trade baskets with the Warriors as they stayed up by 11 with only 8:30 left to go. However, Indiana Tech would go on their biggest run of the game and pull within 1 with just over 2 minutes left in the game. The next two minutes were crucial for both teams but it was the Warriors who capitalized as they edged out the Cards with a 64-63 win.

Andrew Patrick led all scorers with 15 points. Rocko Holmes led the Cards in rebounds with 6 and also chipped in 12 points of his own. The Cardinals finished the regular season with an overall record of 14-16 and a conference record of 9-9. The Cards finished 6^th overall in the WHAC and will head into the conference tournament squaring off against the #3 seed, Madonna University. The Cardinals split the regular season series with the Crusaders with both teams winning on the road. This game will be at Madonna University this Wednesday at 7:30pm. Good luck Cards!

[Men's Basketball] CARDS HONOR THEIR 5 SENIORS BEFORE WEDNESDAY NIGHT'S GAME

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-16T19:50:42-06:00

CUAA 59, #RV Cornerstone 66 OT

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(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Men's Basketball team played a tight game against Cornerstone University on Wednesday night. The game was a big day for 5 Cardinals as it was their Senior Night. The Cardinals were hoping to send their seniors out with a bang on their final night on Cardinal ground, but despite a valiant effort the Cards fell to the Golden Eagles in overtime 66-59. The Cardinals are now 9-8 in the WHAC and currently sit in sixth place, while the Golden Eagles sit alone in second place at 12-6 behind Davenport University.

The five Cardinal seniors started Wednesday night's game together, setting into motion what would prove to be a close game through and through. The seniors included #10 Austin Cook, #12 Chad McMullen, #10 Austin Cook, #33 Rocko Holmes, and #50 Jeremy Simmons. After two early 6-point leads by Cornerstone, the two teams would stay within 3 points of each other for the rest of regulation. Thomas Lovachis would lead a seven player scoring effort in the first half with eight points. After halftime, Concordia would lead by one and resume a tug-of-war battle with Cornerstone for control of the game. Both Rocko Holmes and Andrew Patrick contributed 11 points during the second part of the game, but the Golden Eagles responded point for point, sending the contest into overtime. The Cardinals fell quickly behind their opponent in extended play and the game would eventually go to Cornerstone.

Justin Yoder for the Golden Eagles led the scoring for Wednesday's game with 15 total points. Rocko Holmes, Andrew Patrick and John Schaeffer had 13, 11 and 10 points receptively. The Cardinals look to play their final game of the season on the road against #19 Indiana Tech this Saturday, February 18^th. Good Luck Cards.

Notes: Before the game the 5 Cardinal Seniors were recognized for their accomplishments. To read a brief excerpt of the 5 Cardinals' accomplishments Click Here.

[Baseball] BASEBALL OPENER MOVED TO FRIDAY FEB. 17th

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-16T16:18:09-06:00

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From the Sports Information Office

CONTACT: Matt Laws, Sports Information Director
PO Box 500, Milligan College, TN 37682 � www.milliganbuffs.com

Office 423.461.8980 � Fax 423.461.8738 � Cell 828.387.7771
Sportsinfo@milligan.edu

For Immediate Release

Milligan baseball weekend schedule altered
Milligan College, Tenn. (Feb. 16, 2012) --- The Milligan College baseball team will start their weekend series against Concordia (Mich.) University a day early due to the threat of inclement weather.

The four-game series, which was scheduled to begin with a Saturday doubleheader, will now start with two-games on Friday night starting at 7 p.m. The Buffaloes and Cardinals will return to the diamond on Saturday for another doubleheader with first pitch slated for 2 p.m.

The Buffaloes are currently 1-5 on the season. It will be Concordia's season opener.

For more information on Milligan baseball, visit milliganbuffs.com

[Women's Basketball] #5 CARDS REMAIN TIED FOR 1ST IN THE WHAC WITH BIG "W" IN GRAND RAPIDS

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-16T16:11:49-06:00

#5 CUAA 66, #RV Cornerstone 59

(Grand Rapids, MI) - The Concordia Women's Basketball team headed out to Cornerstone University on Wednesday for their second to last conference game of the season. The Cardinals were looking to add another game to their conference win streak and were looking to beat Cornerstone for the first time in the Gorski era on the road.

The Lady Cards would do so, winning 66-59, making it a 10-game win streak in the WHAC and beating Cornerstone on their court for the first time ever in the Gorski era. The Cardinals got out to a big lead to start, scoring the first 10 points of the ball game. They would take a 14-point lead into the break. Cornerstone made an effort to close the gap in the second half, but the Cards stayed on top throughout and never trailed in the ball game.

Kortni Elsworth led the Cards in scoring with 16 points, shooting 7/9 from the floor and 2/3 from outside. Elsworth was followed by Hannah Sabol with 14 and Brittany Simmons with 12. Brittany Gibson led in rebounds with 6, and tied Elsworth for most assists in the game with 5 each. This win keeps the Cardinals tied for first place in the WHAC with Davenport University. Both teams are 15-2 in conference play and 25-4 overall. It should be an exciting conclusion to the season as both teams play their last games this weekend. The Cards will host Indiana Tech (14-15, 6-11 WHAC) while Davenport will be on the road vs. #RV Cornerstone (18-11, 11-6 WHAC). The Lady Cards game verse Indiana Institute of Technology will start at 3:00pm on Saturday Feb. 18^th. It will be senior night for the Cardinals, where their 7 seniors will be honored. Come out to the game to support your Cards as they wrap up their 2011-12 regular season!

[Women's Basketball] #6 LADY CARDS BREAK ALL-TIME RECORD IN WINS FOR A SEASON

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-12T14:55:07-06:00

#6 CUAA 77, Aquinas 56

(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Women's Basketball team made short work of the Aquinas Saints on Saturday and also made school history. Their fourth consecutive win improved their overall record to 24-4 and their conference record to 14-2, keeping them in a tie for first place with Davenport University in the WHAC. This win also made the 2011-12 Cardinals the new all-time leader in wins in a season (24) in the Cardinals' record books. The visiting Saints would fall to an overall record of 15-12 and an 8-8 record in the WHAC.

The Cardinal women jumped out to an early lead that would last them for the duration of Saturday's game. Concordia would best Aquinas in every statistical category during the first half of play, and a 16-point effort by Hannah Sabol would bring the home team into halftime with an 18-point advantage. The second half of the game would be more of the same story. A nine-point run in the first 10 minutes would put the Cardinals up by 34 points and allow their bench to get some much deserved minutes and to take them the rest of the way. The final score: Concordia 77, Aquinas 56.

Hannah Sabol led all scorers with 22 points and also managed 7 rebounds, while Brooke Adams and Kortni Elsworth had 12 and 10 points respectively. Leading in other categories was Brittany Gibson with 7 assists and Kelly Cieslak with 9 boards and 3 blocks. The Concordia Women look to extend their winning streak and their new all-time record this Wednesday, February 15 during an away game at #25 Cornerstone University. Good Luck Cards.

Notes: Top 5 win totals - 2011-12 is 24-4 and is still continuing on. The 1982-83 team went 23-6. The 2010-11 team went 23-11. The third highest win total is 18 from the 2009-10. The fourth and fifth best win total is 17 by the 1980-81 and 1983-84 teams.

[Men's Basketball] CARDS SUFFER TOUGH LOSS TO AQUINAS

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-12T13:32:31-06:00

CUAA 51, Aquinas 54

(Grand Rapids, MI) - The Cardinal Men's Basketball team made the trip out to Grand Rapids on Saturday for a conference matchup against Aquinas College. The Cards were facing a tough opponent in the 3^rd-place Saints, but were ready to put up a fight. Despite the strong effort, the Cardinals would fall just short 51-54.

The game was a low scoring game, as neither team could seem to find their range. The Cards shot just 26% from the floor in the first half while Aquinas shot 36% and were 0 for 9 from behind the arc. The Cards kept it close, as Aquinas led for most of the half and went into halftime up by two. Concordia picked up their shooting in the second half, shooting 55% from behind the arc, and led for most of the half. The Cards would go up by 5 with 13 minutes left and would continue to hold that lead until the 4 minute mark when the Saints would tie the game up. The Saints would take the lead just a minute later and hang on as the Cards pulled within 1 three different times but just could not tie the game up again.

Rocko Holmes led in scoring for the Cards with 13; the rest of the scoring was spread amongst the remaining 9 Cards with everyone scoring at least 3 points. Holmes and Aaron Olsen lead in rebounds with 6 apiece. The Cards will play their next game at home against 2^nd place Cornerstone University. The game will be on Wednesday, February 15^th at 7:30pm. The game will be Senior Night for 5 of your Cardinals; Austin Cook, Chad McMullen, Jeremy Simmons, Rocko Holmes, and Zach Koerner. Fans come on out and celebrate these 5 individuals amazing careers and cheer them on as they look to finish their 2011-12 home schedule with a W!

[Women's Basketball] #6 CARDS NOW TIED FOR 1st PLACE IN THE WHAC

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-09T19:31:56-06:00

#6 CUAA 70, #RV UNOH 62

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(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Women's basketball team turned in a solid performance Wednesday as they beat the Racers of Northwestern Ohio. The Cardinals would pick up their 23^rd win of the season which ties them for the all-time record in wins for a season in the Cardinals' record books. A mark the Cards also tied last season. The win also brings their conference record to 13-2 which ties them for 1^st place in the WHAC with Davenport University. Davenport fell to 13-2 in the conference with a loss to Madonna on Wednesday.

The Cardinals would control the entire first half of the game as they jumped out to an early lead that would mount into as many 10 points. But the Racers would battle back to tie the game 34-34 before halftime. The second half would prove to be more of a seesaw battle as the lead exchanged six times. Northwestern would play tight ball against the Cardinals until the last three minutes of play when Concordia finally pulled away to win comfortably 70-62.

The leading scorer of Wednesday's game was Amanda Francis of Northwestern with 17 points. The offensive attack for the Cardinals was led by Brooke Adams, Brittany Simmons and Brittany Gibson, scoring 13, 12 and 10 points respectively.

The Concordia women will be back in action again on Saturday February 11, as they take on the Saints of Aquinas College. Tip-off is set for 1pm. Come out and watch your Concordia Cardinals as they look to break the all-time record in wins for a season.

[Men's Basketball] CARDINALS FINISHED AHEAD OF THE RACERS

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-09T19:23:20-06:00

CUAA 71, UNOH 63

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(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Men's basketball team earned their 14^th win of the season on Wednesday as they defeated the Racers of Northwestern Ohio. The Cardinals would improve their conference record to 9-6, while the visitors from Ohio would fall to 2-13 in the WHAC.

The Cardinals would accumulate a commanding lead in the first part of the opening half, leading the Racers by as many as 13 points. But Ohio would stay within striking distance of Concordia, thanks in part to a 16-point half by Jake Bolyard. The Cardinals would bring a five-point lead into the second half of play before the visitors pulled ahead at the 10 minute mark. The next seven minutes would be an exciting back and forth battle where the lead exchanged four times before the Cardinals outlasted the Racers and won by a score of 71-63.

Jake Bolyard turned in an impressive 27 points for the Racers to be the leading scorer in Wednesday's game. John Schaeffer and Rocko Holmes led the way for the Cards as they both contributed 23 points to the Cardinal victory. Andrew Patrick also had a very solid game for the Cards as he was one point from a double double dishing out 10 assists and scoring 9 points.

The men will next look to take on the Saints of Aquinas College in Grand Rapids on Saturday, February 11^th at 3pm.

[Mens & Womens Basketball] DVDs FROM THE 61st ANNUAL CIT ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-08T14:38:58-06:00

(Ann Arbor, MI) - Fans, DVDs from this year's Concordia Invitational Tournament (CIT) are now available for purchase in either DVD or Blu Ray format. You can now relive each exhilarating game from the 61^st annual CIT from your home. Re-experience each exciting play and the roar of the crowd as if you were there in Chicago when it all happened. Each video comes with audio commentary and is only $15.00 which includes shipping. For ordering information you can CLICK HERE or visit Concordia Chicago's athletic website and click on either the men's or women's basketball links. Thanks and enjoy the rest of the 2011-12 basketball seasons. GO CONCORDIA!

[Women's Basketball] WOMEN'S BASKETBALL ALUMNI GAME FEB. 11th AT 11am

Zachary Johnston — 2012-02-08T14:17:04-06:00

(Ann Arbor, MI) - The Concordia Women's Basketball team will be honoring their former basketball alumni this Saturday Feb. 11^th, 2012. The Cardinals' alum will be playing in a scrimmage at 11am before the Cardinals varsity game against Aquinas College at 1pm. Alumni are asked to arrive at Concordia by 10:30am. Afterward the alumni game, the Lady Cards would like their alum to stick around for the Varsity game, where all of the alumni present will be honored during the halftime show. The alumni will also be provided with food and a t-shirt. If any alumni are still interested in signing up they can email the Cardinals' graduate assistant, Elyse Schlump, at schluel@cuaa.edu