OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
J.E. and L.E. Mabee Welcome Center
800.826.2281 x 8113
785.227.3380 x 8113
admissions@bethanylb.edu
The Path to Your Purpose
Bethany Men’s Soccer Opens Season with Thrilling Overtime Victory
Sep 04, 2019
The Bethany men’s soccer team kicked off their 2019 campaign in a thrilling way today. The Swedes defeated the visiting Tigers of Dakota Wesleyan University 2-1 with some overtime excitement.
Both teams pressed in the first half but despite nine total shots by the teams, five of which were on target, neither team was able to find the back of the net. The Swedes then kicked things off in the second half when Jack Rhys-Jones, senior midfielder, netted one to give Bethany a one-goal advantage. However, 15 minutes later, the Tigers were able to get their revenge and sneak one past the Bethany defense. While both teams had a chance to take the game into regulation, neither team would find the goal for the remainder of the second half. However, it took just over one minute in overtime for the Swedes to become victors when Zen Baatjes, senior defender, took fired one past the diving keeper and into the goal.
In total, the Swedes took 19 shots compared to DWU’s seven, commanding the ball throughout the majority of the game. Bethany put 12 of their shots on target and defensively, Roland Kiss, sophomore keeper, recorded one save for the Swedes. The Bethany attack was well rounded as eight Swedes fired off shots led by Kevin Sithole, sophomore forward, who recorded seven shots, five of which were on target.
Up Next . . .
The Swedes take some time before they host Doane University in their next contest on September 8 in Lindsborg. This game is set for 1:15 p.m. following the women’s contest.
– #RockarStockar –
Photo by Jim Turner ’68
Both teams pressed in the first half but despite nine total shots by the teams, five of which were on target, neither team was able to find the back of the net. The Swedes then kicked things off in the second half when Jack Rhys-Jones, senior midfielder, netted one to give Bethany a one-goal advantage. However, 15 minutes later, the Tigers were able to get their revenge and sneak one past the Bethany defense. While both teams had a chance to take the game into regulation, neither team would find the goal for the remainder of the second half. However, it took just over one minute in overtime for the Swedes to become victors when Zen Baatjes, senior defender, took fired one past the diving keeper and into the goal.
In total, the Swedes took 19 shots compared to DWU’s seven, commanding the ball throughout the majority of the game. Bethany put 12 of their shots on target and defensively, Roland Kiss, sophomore keeper, recorded one save for the Swedes. The Bethany attack was well rounded as eight Swedes fired off shots led by Kevin Sithole, sophomore forward, who recorded seven shots, five of which were on target.
Up Next . . .
The Swedes take some time before they host Doane University in their next contest on September 8 in Lindsborg. This game is set for 1:15 p.m. following the women’s contest.
– #RockarStockar –
Photo by Jim Turner ’68
Bethany College conferred degrees upon 99 students in Presser Hall Auditorium on April 27, 2024. The ceremony honored students who earned Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Music Education from the college during the 2023-2024 academic year. Summer, fall, and spring graduates were honored during a Baccalaureate worship service at 10:30 a.m. in Presser Hall, followed by Commencement at 2 p.m. Campus Pastor Melissa Woeppel led the Baccalaureate Service, and Rev. Lamont Wells, Executive Director of the Network of Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and Co llege and Universities (NECU). Gracelyn Gaskill '24, a chemistry and music major from Lindsborg, Kansas, provided special music for Commencement. Senior class speakers Inioluwa "Enoch" Ojo '24, a biology major from Katy, Texas, and Benjamin "Ben" Turner '24, a History and Political Science Major from Peyton, Colorado, gave thoughtful remarks on their time at Bethany College, taking time to thank their friends, faculty, and coaches. Dr. Brent Mai '85, Dean of University Libraries at Wichita State University, gave the commencement address, encouraging this year's graduates to go out into the world and exercise the four tenets of stoicism: wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice.
Interim President Steve Eckman commended the efforts of the faculty and staff in securing the grant, stating, "We are immensely grateful to the McPherson County Community Foundation for their incredible generosity. This grant will benefit our students and enrich the educational experiences available in the Smoky Valley community."
The newly appointed Presidential Search Committee will commence their work immediately, aiming to recommend a candidate for Bethany College's 16th president to the board by the April 2025 board meeting.