After a victorious regular season finale against Lake Forest College last weekend, the Lawrence University (Vikings) Men’s Hockey team made the long haul to Duluth, Minn., to take on the College of St. Scholastica (Saints) (15-10-3, 12-7-1 NCHA) in the quarterfinal round of the 2016 Harris Cup Playoffs. The puck dropped at Mars Lakeview Arena…
Hockey secures trip to playoffs with win against Lake Forest
The Lawrence University Men’s Hockey team (Vikings) (9-13-3, 8-9-3 NCHA) delivered a show-stopping performance last weekend in the final matchup of the regular season, splitting the series with Lake Forest College, (Foresters) (10-15, 8-12 NCHA) but clinching a playoff berth right in the nick of time. This series was crucial for both teams, as both…
Hockey looks to clinch playoff berth
The Lawrence University Men’s Hockey team (Vikings) (8-12-3, 7-8-3 NCHA) collected three more points toward their playoff run last weekend in a road series against Northland College (Lumberjacks) (7-14-2, 8-11-1 NCHA). On Friday, Feb. 12, the Vikings took to the ice at the Bay Area Civic Center in Ashland, Wis., for the series opener. The…
Hockey picks up two big wins against MSOE
Last weekend was a big one in the National College Hockey Association (NCHA), and for Lawrence University Men’s Hockey team (Vikings) (7-12-2, 6-8-2 NCHA) as well. Fighting for a playoff spot, the Vikings clashed with Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) (Raiders) (12-8-1, 7-8-1 NCHA) in a tight home-and-home series and came out on top. On…
Hockey remains optimistic despite losses to Adrian
Lawrence University (Vikings) Men’s Hockey team (6-12-1, 5-8-1 NCHA) spent last weekend battling the nationally-ranked Adrian College Bulldogs (17-2-1, 13-2-1 NCHA) in Adrian, Mich. Although the Vikings skated with confidence and heart, the No. 1 Bulldogs, who have averaged over 5.5 goals a game this season, dominated the score sheet and swept the series soundly.…
Hockey gains two big results
Lawrence University’s hockey team bounced back from a difficult year-end series against St. Norbert College (11-1-1, 7-1-0 NCHA North Division) last month with a promising performance against Concordia University Wisconsin (8-4-2, 5-3-2 NCHA South Division) last weekend. Although the Falcons are in a different National College Hockey Association division than the Vikings, the 3-point weekend…
LU Volleyball struggles with early-season injuries
The Lawrence University volleyball team, plagued by injuries and nonstop grueling competition, aims to get off a nine-game losing streak as conference play begins this week. A series of high-caliber tournaments kept the Lady Vikes on their toes for the entire month of Sept., but it is time to begin the regular season with steady…
Spring training part 3: Women’s tennis getting back into swing
For the women’s tennis team, the success of spring and summer training rests largely on the shoulders of the individuals. During the spring, while the Lady Vikes are still together on campus, that weight is shared among a team of women who make it a point to hold each other accountable. “We only get a…
Spring training part 2: team chemistry and a preview for the fall
By Clare Bruning Lawrence University’s soccer programs use the spring as a time to train together and get on track for a successful season come fall. For the women’s team, fitness is a central foundation, as well as a strong team relationship. “We are working on becoming a cohesive unit,” said sophomore Casey Merkle. “We…
Spring training part 1: focus on new programs and skill building
Basics, fundamentals and team building — these are the focuses of several Lawrence University teams working hard in the offseason. Viking football, volleyball and soccer have all begun spring training and are looking ahead to the fall season with their eyes on the prize. This week, we’ll get an inside look at the spring regimens…