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Volume CXXXII, Number 16 |
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Women's hockey improves to 20-0-2
REBEKAH METZLER
STAFF WRITER
The second-ranked Bowdoin Women's Ice Hockey Team is poised to take over Dayton Arena, the NESCAC tournament, and ultimately, the Frozen Four. Tonight the Bears face Middlebury College in a game that will determine not only who hosts the upcoming NESCAC tournament, but also the following NCAA tournament as well.
The entire student body has a chance to help these athletes in their pursuit of a national title. Show up to Dayton Arena at 7:00 p.m. and catapult the Panthers back to Vermont. To quote a real wordsmith, "Look, if you had one shot, one opportunity to seize everything you every wanted in one moment, would you capture it or just let it slip?"
Do everything you can to prevent these slashing Bears on ice from slipping. Junior forward Gillian McDonald announced, "The fans are so vital at this point in the season," and defensemen Kirsten Larsen said, "Yo, my fans best be present!"
Speaking of the best, Bowdoin blanked the Mules 6-0 in action against rival Colby College. In the contest, senior standout Shelly Chessie finally broke the Bowdoin College all-time scoring record as part of her four-assist display. Chessie passes former star Carol Thomas in the books and is looking to add to her totals as the season continues into the playoffs.
Goalie and captain Emily McKissock '03 notched 17 saves in the victory. The scoring came from three-time NESCAC Player of the week Marissa O'Neil '05 with two goals, dominating defenseman and junior captain Sadie Wieschhoff, first-year forward Nicki Young, and sophomore defensemen Katie Duglin and Cathie Quinlan. Duglin's ripper from the blue line in the second period gave the Bears a 4-0 lead and took the fight from the Mules.
Chessie complimented her teammates as vital parts of her personal success. Speaking about fellow line mate O'Neil, Chessie said, "I like playing with Marissa. We play a lot alike. I don't have to look-I know she's going to be in the corner when I want her there and vice-versa. We both want the puck in the same places."
Chessie also noted the crucial link between a successful team and one that gets along. "It's definitely the best year. We've developed a lot in my four years; the community support now is unbelievable. Also, I feel like we are a team that wants to hang out on our off nights and that is key," added Chessie.
When asked about breaking the record, Chessie revealed two thoughts, "I cried when they announced it, not because I got it, but because it is all going to end soon. I don't care if I get another point as long as we win from here on out."
The Bears are certainly on their way. After the Colby win, Bowdoin rolled over Amherst and Hamilton on the longest road trip of the season. In the 3-0 win over the Lord Jeffs, first-year Natalie Morgan made seven saves in the complete game shutout and was supported by goals from McDonald, Kelsey Wilcox '06, and senior captain Beth Muir. Three-sport varsity athlete Britney Carr '04 added two assists in the contest.
In the Hamilton win, McKissock posted 27 saves, and goals came courtesy of Muir, Kirsti Anderson '05, Chessie, McDonald, and Wilcox. With the win, Bowdoin pulled its record to a stellar 20-0-2, and coach Michelle Amidon rests just one victory away from posting the third best record in NESCAC Women's Ice Hockey history.
As the season reaches its climax, the team oozes confidence. Senior Ba Lanoue said, "We've been working hard all season, and I feel confident that we can challenge any team that we meet. We have a lot of depth which really helps us in game situations-we are multipurpose players."
Teammate O'Neil said, "As we approach the last weekend of NESCAC games, we are looking at them as playoff games. They are must-win situations so we can host NESCACs and possibly bring the Frozen Four to Brunswick."
Come to the ice tonight. Support history in the making-you have a responsibility to your friends, your school, and yourself. "You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow, this opportunity comes once in a lifetime yo!"
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