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Dwight Burgess Named Missouri Southern Lions Head Coach

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Missouri Southern State University Director of Athletics Jared Bruggeman has announced the selection of Dwight Burgess as its new head women’s soccer coach. He begins his duties officially at Southern on August 15.

Burgess, a veteran of nearly 30 years in coaching, has spent the past ten years as both the men’s and women’s soccer coach at Capital University in Ohio. He coached the men from 2000-2009, and the women from 2002-2009.

“We’re very excited to have coach Burgess on our staff,” Bruggeman said. “He brings in a wealth of experience and talent and I have no doubt that he can continue the success that our women’s soccer program has had. I would also like to thank the efforts of the search committee. They worked hard, and under short notice, came through splendidly”

“I’m absolutely elated for the opportunity,” Burgess said. “I had ten great years at Capital and was very happy with what we accomplished, but felt it was time that I move on. It was late in the year and didn’t know what was out there, but was intrigued by the opportunity at Southern.”

“During the course of the interview process, I had a chance to spend some time with some current players and was even more drawn to the job and intrigued with their contagious excitement. I am looking forward to being a part of the tradition and being competitive in a very tough conference.”

Burgess turned around a struggling Capital men’s program that had in the previous seven seasons went 12-112-2 overall and just 1-62 in the Ohio Athletic Conference. The Crusaders men went 97-84-16 overall in Burgess’ tenure and 42-42-6 in the OAC, while he led the women to an 89-61-17 overall mark and 45-21-6 record in conference action.

Burgess’ men’s team won the OAC Conference title in November and he also had applied in January to be a member of the NCAA Rules Committee, with a September 2010 opening. In addition, Burgess is known as the “Voice of TheCrew” where he works as a color analyst. According to a Columbus OH sportswriter, Burgess will work MLS games “as much as possible.” via @smitchcd

MSSU Lion Recruit Ashley Bechtold Starts In OK All-State Game

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Missouri Southern Lion logoFrom The Oklahoman comes this update on goalkeeper Ashley Bechtold: Putnam City North’s Ashley Bechtold salvages lost season

Read more: http://www.newsok.com/putnam-city-norths-ashley-bechtold-salvages-lost-season/article/3468360#ixzz0qn8rDPFP

In a time when some high school All-State athletes can’t be bothered to even show up at All-State competitions, Ashley Bechtold proved she’s a throwback to the days when players honored the honor.

What’s more, Saturday the Putnam City North soccer standout also provided a lesson in competitive spirit and toughness.
Bechtold started in goal for the Class 6A girls in the Oklahoma Soccer Coaches Association All-State game at Sand Springs High School. The match, which ended in a 1-1 tie, was Bechtold’s first time back between the pipes since breaking her collarbone just four games into the season.

Bechtold will challenge junior Randi Russell (Joplin) for playing time in goal. Russell started 19 of the Lions 20 games in 2009, allowing 38 for a 1.96 GAA while making 118 and finishing with a 5-14 record and 2 shutouts.

MSSU High School Girls Mini-Camp

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Missouri Southern State University Women’s Soccer

2009 High School Girls Mini-Camp
July 31-August 2
Only
$150 Resident
$110 Commuter

I would like to welcome you to our first high school girl’s mini-camp. Players attending this camp will have the opportunity to play in a college type environment with focus on speed of play and competitive games. This camp is for the committed high level player that would like to be challenged and play against other competitive HS athletes. We look forward to seeing you.

Trevor Wachsman
Head Women’s Soccer Coach

MSSU HS Girls Mini-camp Brochure
Friday:
12:30-1:30pm – Check-in
* Afternoon Training Session
* Dinner
* Evening Games

Saturday:
* Breakfast
* Morning Training Session
* Lunch
* Afternoon Training Session
* Dinner
* Evening Games

Sunday:
* Breakfast
* Morning Training Session
* Lunch
* Final Games
* Check –out

Commuter Option: Commuters will participate in all activities of camp starting with Check-in. A commuter’s day will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at approximately 9 p.m. Commuters do not receive lodging or breakfast.

Campers and staff will be housed in air conditioned Blaine Hall on the MSSU campus. The dorms are traditional style with one roommate with restrooms and showers down the hall. You may request a roommate and we will make every effort to accommodate your request, but there are no guarantees. 24-hour supervision will be provided by camp and university staff.

Resident Option: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided.
Commuter Option: Lunch and dinner are provided.

7v7 Adult Tournament April 25-26 at Missouri Southern (Joplin)

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The Missouri Southern Lion’s women’s soccer team is hosting a 7v7 tourney for a fundraiser later this month. It is an open adult event for 18 and up. Start time and exact format will be determined by number of teams, though if there is a large response we will have to limit to first come first served to get to a playoff to determine a champion.

MSSU 7 V 7 OPEN TOURNAMENT
Women’s- Saturday April, 25th
Men’s- Sunday April, 26th

MSSU HUGHES STADIUM
Ages 18 and older
Registration is $75.00 per Team
12 Players per Team

7v7 tournament form
Questions + Reservations – email MSSUSOCCER@YAHOO.COM
Or call – 417-625-3014

Each team will be guarenteed at least three 25 min games with referees. Final tournament brackets, start times, and # and length of games will be determined by total number of teams participating.

RIP, Jon Hansen

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Drury Panthers host Missouri Southern Lions, Apr 5thA Missouri Southern State University soccer player died Sunday night after collapsing on the court during an intramural basketball game on the campus, according to a release from the university’s sports information director.

Jon Hansen, 22, of Wichita, Kan., was pronounced dead at 9 p.m. Sunday. An autopsy has been scheduled for later today.

Hansen, a computer sciences major, was the senior goalkeeper for the Lions men’s soccer team, and was a first-team All-Southwest Soccer Conference selection this year.

MSSU men’s soccer head coach Kiley Cirillo said Hansen’s death was “a very sad loss for our family.”

“We’ve lost a great ambassador and a great friend,” he said. “He’s a wonderful young man and is gone well before his time.”

UPDATE – Hansen is the son of Brad and Jan Hansen. His brother, Jeff, was a former player and assistant coach at Southern, and is the current head women’s soccer coach at Missouri Western State University.

Crowder College Roughriders Open With Exhibition at MSSU Lions

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Crowder College Roughriders 1st Game at MSSU Lions The Missouri Southern Lions played host to their new neighbor, the Crowder College Roughriders, on Friday night with an exhibition soccer game played on the artificial surface at the football stadium. The score, 2-0 for the Lions, reflected the difference between the programs with the Junior College team visiting a Division 2 school. It was a competitive game, with goals scored in both periods by the Lions as they were able to limit the number of real opportunities the Roughriders could generate.

I caught the second goal, scored by new signee Kevin Aubuchon, which created strong buzz from his teammates on the sideline. The Lions signed 11 players for the upcoming season, including Stuart Ziegler from West Plains who will provide two-way support from his wide midfield position. Junior Ben Pantzlaff and senior Austin Whiles look to lead the charge from midfield while freshman Lawrence Lartey should see time at forward with Nate Evans (Cassville) and Jesse Clevenger (College Heights) while sophomore Eddie Mulholland (Jeff City) was orchestrating things from the backline.

The Roughriders have a slate of 18 games scheduled, playing against all of the Junior College programs in the state. Their region includes Meramec, Flo Valley (my alma mater and former national champions), East Central, Blue River, Jefferson (2006 Champions) and Maple Woods. With a roster that includes 11 players from Southwest Missouri, 7 from Northwest Arkansas and internationals from Scotland, England and Brazil, I am looking forward to Coach Brad Smith’s ability to blend the talent and cultures that are represented. After seeing Meramec last year in the Regional playoffs, I think they have a chance to surprise some folks this year. There are a few photos from the game available on my Flickr and Smugmug sites as always.

Weekend Update

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PDL Soccer: Springfield Demize vs St Louis Lions Exhibition The Springfield Demize held a raucous Spring Exhibition match against the Tony Glavin-led St Louis Lions on Saturday evening at the Cooper Soccer Complex. The game score was 4-2 in favor of the Demize when I left around 7:30pm when my camera batteries finally expired after attending four games Saturday. Attendance was bolstered by a strong contingent of Glavin SC fans in town for the tournament this weekend. The game was also a final tryout session for a number of players, so we’ll know more about the final make up of the team soon. The photo is a picture of MSU student Eduardo Conde, scoring the 4th goal on a header from a corner kick.

Drury Panthers host Wm Jewell Cardinals, Women Apr 5thThere were four games at Drury Saturday afternoon. The William Jewell Cardinal’s women’s team visited, featuring Katie Brooks (Parkview 2005) in her new role as attacking midfielder. That’s her being defended by Chloe Moushey. It was also an opportunity for new recruit Megan Garrad (Glendale 2008) to visit with the team.

Following the women’s game, the Cardinal Men’s team played a pair of games, facing the Drury Panthers and then the Missouri Southern Lions. The Lion’s, which feature a pair of former Southwest All-Stars in Jesse Clevenger (College Heights 2006) and Nate Evans (Cassville 2007), then took on the Panthers. The two games I caught were active, almost heated, until cooler heads prevailed and the players settled down to show some fine soccer. It was good to see Tyson Bramley again, and still uninjured.

Missouri Southern will host the Avila Eagles on Tuesday evening. Avila includes Nixa graduate, and Springfield Demize player Danny Curro, and a new head Coach in Chris Clements, who moves over from the University of Central Missouri Mules.

Additional College Soccer Signings Announced in Southwest Missouri

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There is a lot of good news coming out of our area High Schools this Spring regarding players who will be playing soccer in college. My goal is to have a personal interview with each of the players that I am aware of so that we can all learn more about the recruiting process. If we’ve chatted but haven’t completed the process, I apologize. If we haven’t talked yet, feel free to reach out to me so that we can begin the process.

In the meantime, here’s the latest update:

Ozark Tigers Signing CeremonyThe Ozark Tigers had a ceremony Wednesday announcing:
Robbie Curtis to Lincoln Memorial University (D2 National Finals last year)
Josh Maloney to Northeastern Oklahoma A&M (NAIA)
Nick Robinson to Northeastern Oklahoma A&M (NAIA)
Seated: Robbie Curtis, Nick Robinson and Josh Maloney.
Standing: Coach Tom Davidson OHS Soccer and Coach John Parrigon, NEO A&M.
Photo provided by the Tigers.

The Glendale Falcons also had a ceremony on Wednesday
Lou Opfer to Truman State University (D2)
Maggie Schrier to Hendrix College (D3)
Megan Garrad to William Jewell College (NAIA)
In addition, junior Devon Newport has verbally committed to play for the SLU Billikens beginning in 2009.

Adam Strong, Lebanon YellowjacketsAdam Strong of the Lebanon Yellowjackets signed on Friday with Central Christian College of the Bible. He’s pictured to the left, in the center with Coach Mike Gow, AD Ron Bandy in the back row and his parents on each side. Photo provided by the Yellowjackets.

The Willard Tigers announced that Patsy Middleton is joining Regina Bodine and Jessie Yach at Missouri Valley. The ceremony will be today.

The Joplin Globe offered a a couple of updates for the Joplin Eagles. Joplin High School seniors T.C. Ross and Christian Hernandez will play on a new team next year. Literally. Ross and Hernandez signed letters-of-intent Wednesday afternoon to play soccer at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M. The Golden Norsemen will have an NJCAA-sanctioned soccer program for the first time this fall. Back on February 12th, Stephanie Taylor, a midfielder, and her friend, goalkeeper Randi Russell signed letters-of-intent to join the Missouri Southern women’s soccer program

From Central Missouri, Jeff City Helias girls soccer players, Melissa Young and Caty Newbold, signed with Missouri-Rolla and William Woods University. The Jefferson City Jays have two players signing with William Woods today – Katie Denning and Kelsey “george” Sanders.

The earlier announcement is here.

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