NEWMAC Regular Season Champions

By the numbers since the last blog (and last loss)...

13 Goals
5 Wins
4 Shut-Outs
4 OT Periods
2 NEWMAC Players of the Week
#1 Seed in NEWMAC

The Wellesley College soccer team has held an undefeated record since our last loss against MIT in early October. Rehearsed set-plays, outstanding finishes, perfect crosses, game winners in overtime, and very solid team defense have lead to the best regular season finish in 10 years. After a rocky start in September the Blue finished up NEWMAC regular season play with a record of 6-1-2 and a first seed position for playoffs.

As a #1 seed the Blue played #8 Mt. Holyoke this past weekend and came out on top with a 3-1 win. Meredith Roy and Chelsea Patry each were awarded with a goal and assist. The third goal was scored by Jen Marble, widely known as Dozer, as she scored her first career goal.

We would also like to recognize Chelsea Patry and Megan Turchi as each First-Year received NEWMAC Player of the Week Awards on two separate occassions for their outstanding offensive play. Chelsea leads the team in goals and assists with 22 points and Megan in second with 12 points contributing to 4 game winners.

Although much of our success can be contributed to our offensive threat, our team defense has played just as an important role in our one month undefeated streak. Goalkeeper Katie Martore has made key saves time and time again, including an incredible save against Wheaton in a 0-0 tie to clinch first place. That being said, the entire defensive line and team shape all over the field has improved tremendously throughout the season.

This weekend we host NEWMAC semi-finals against Springfield College at 1 pm. Stay updated at the Wellesley Athletics website with live stats.