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The Swedes Women’s Soccer Picked Up A Big 4-0 Over Dakota Wesleyan In First Home Game
Sep 04, 2019
LINDSBORG, Kan. –
Bethany started things off strong with two goals in first half. Lauren Loughran, sophomore, defender, dished the ball to Juliana Lopez, freshman forward, who put it just out of the keeper’s reach and into goal. The Swedes continued to press and Lopez was able to pass one up to Lyric Green, freshman forward, who netted one, putting Bethany a 2-0 advantage over the Tigers going into half time.
Emily Butcher, freshman midfielder, joined in the scoring party early in the second half when she was able to give the Swedes some extra cushion off of a pass from Lopez who had a hand in all three of the Swede goals thus far. Finally, Melissa Estrada, freshman forward, smoked a shot that forced the keeper to dive for a save, the resulting attempt to clear by a Tiger defender then ended up in an own goal in favor of the Swedes.
As a team, the Swedes commanded the ball outshooting their opponent 25-6. Of those six, the Tigers put one shot on goal and with the help of her sturdy back line, Jordan Wells, junior keeper, handled easily. On the offensive side, the Swedes put 16 shots on goal. Lopez led the team with one goal and two assists while 10 other Swedes put up shots of their own throughout the match.
“I’m very proud of our team and how we were able to play a complete game today,” Swedes head coach, Justin Olson said. “Offensively, we had a lot of young players step up and execute in the final third today which is a great sign. We were patient in moving the ball around and were able to create some nice opportunities. We still have things to clean up but we will enjoy this one and focus on our next game Wednesday.”
Up Next . . .
The Swedes hit the road for their next nonconference game travelling to Omaha, Neb. to face the College of Saint Mary Flames on today, September 4.
– #RockarStockar –
Photo by Jim Turner ’68
Bethany started things off strong with two goals in first half. Lauren Loughran, sophomore, defender, dished the ball to Juliana Lopez, freshman forward, who put it just out of the keeper’s reach and into goal. The Swedes continued to press and Lopez was able to pass one up to Lyric Green, freshman forward, who netted one, putting Bethany a 2-0 advantage over the Tigers going into half time.
Emily Butcher, freshman midfielder, joined in the scoring party early in the second half when she was able to give the Swedes some extra cushion off of a pass from Lopez who had a hand in all three of the Swede goals thus far. Finally, Melissa Estrada, freshman forward, smoked a shot that forced the keeper to dive for a save, the resulting attempt to clear by a Tiger defender then ended up in an own goal in favor of the Swedes.
As a team, the Swedes commanded the ball outshooting their opponent 25-6. Of those six, the Tigers put one shot on goal and with the help of her sturdy back line, Jordan Wells, junior keeper, handled easily. On the offensive side, the Swedes put 16 shots on goal. Lopez led the team with one goal and two assists while 10 other Swedes put up shots of their own throughout the match.
“I’m very proud of our team and how we were able to play a complete game today,” Swedes head coach, Justin Olson said. “Offensively, we had a lot of young players step up and execute in the final third today which is a great sign. We were patient in moving the ball around and were able to create some nice opportunities. We still have things to clean up but we will enjoy this one and focus on our next game Wednesday.”
Up Next . . .
The Swedes hit the road for their next nonconference game travelling to Omaha, Neb. to face the College of Saint Mary Flames on today, September 4.
– #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.