She has the Division II women's basketball record for most consecutive games with a double-double in a career (34), and still claims Eagle program records for single-game rebounds (24), single-season points (744), single-season rebounds (492), single-season rebounding average (14.1) and career scoring average (21.8). I think that was a big emphasis all week and I thought we did that really well.. Late in the second period, the Eagles still led by just one, 31-30, when guard Maddie Maloney made the teams first three-pointer after the Eagles started out with eight straight misses from behind the arc. Women's Basketball - Support Staff. 2-seed Kentucky Wesleyan in Fridays second semifinal game. ASHLAND When the basketball calendar turns the page to tournament time, its almost impossible to beat the Ashland University womens team at Kates Gymnasium. Hoover gradAnnie Roshak finished with 13. Coach 'ABE' led UCF to a 131-49 record in six seasons. They were ready to play, which was awesome.". Neither team was able to hold the lead for long. The Trevecca Nazarene University women's basketball team (21-8, 15-5 Great Midwest) traveled to Kates Gym at Ashland University for a 2023 Great Midwest Semifinal matchup against Kentucky Wesleyan College (23-6, 18-2 Great Midwest) and won 58-48. So does a spot in the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball TournamentMidwest Regional final. The Trojans have dominated their opponents in the third quarter all year. Wilmot, Kalei / North Central / Purdue Division II varsity sports with student-athletes maintaining a focus on ministry and impacting the world for Christ. We were really attacking them and continuing to be strong inside. Ashland University head women's basketball coach Kari Pickens has announced four additions in the 2023-24 recruiting class. All rights reserved. In between, five other Eagles contributed to the offense, and Yoder knocked down Ashlands third three-pointer in the period to send AU to the fourth quarter leading 59-42. They threw a double here and there but I think we were prepared really well for whatever they were going to throw at us. The Eagles finished the 69-52 win shooting 41% from the field and 36% from deep. Trevecca went into halftime up 32-31. Then Faith Wilken had a pair of buckets. In the second half, Head Coach Kari Pickens of the Eagles was very unhappy with the teams performance. Assistant Coach. She was named to the all-Atlantic 10 Rookie Team, and, as a sophomore, was cited as a CoSIDA Second Team Academic All-District pick. In 30 games in 2012-13, Pickens averaged 22.3 points, 13.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game while shooting 52.2 percent from the field, 40.8 percent from 3-point range and 82.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Trojans have been outscored in all of the other three quarters. "We were just running our offense," McMillen said. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Kloppenburg-Pruitt, Richard | 333 Murfreesboro Pike. On the contrary, the Arrows outscored them in the second half by six. Is synonymous with the success Ashland's women's basketball program has had over the last 11seasons, starting with putting up perhaps the best back-to-back seasons as a player in Division II women's basketball history after transferring from Division I Dayton. "We needed that. ASHLAND Its great to be playing basketball in March. Yoder and Heidemann each had five assists, and Yoder and Brockington combined had just one turnover. The Eagles move to 30-0 this season, the Hernandez, Camille Trevecca entered the Great Midwest tournament with the No. Image. It was a good pick-me-up. WebOn top of that, the womens basketball program will be bringing in a new assistant coach, Jenna Kotas. 2 in Great Midwest Athletic Conference, Eagle STUNT finishes doubleheader weekend with win, Eagle womens basketball finishes undefeated regular season, Eagle mens basketball falls, 87-80, against Malone Pioneers, Eagles recognized for weekly conference awards, The Student News Site of Ashland University, Cade Cracas, Sports & Breaking News Editor. AU went at Malone with man-to-man, zone and some full-court pressure defense. The Eagles were able to separate themselves early, and never looked back as they secured a 69-52 victory. Bayleigh Carmichel hit a three to knot it up at 7-7. Trevecca beat Central State in the semifinals before falling to Urbana in the championship. Walsh had some trouble closing out the game against Ashland's pressure. Joining the Eagles as freshmen TREVECCA GREAT MIDWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS HISTORY, TREVECCA GREAT MIDWEST POSTSEASON HISTORY. "Last week we all kind of left that game thinking we didn't give our best effort, specifically defensively" Walsh head coach Kate Bruce said. Perry High School graduateKarlee Pireu scored 19 points in her final game for Ashland. "They showed up. Eagle men down Chargers for third time in route to championship apperance, Eagle womens basketball set to appear in GMAC Finals for second time, Ashland University track and field looks to Nationals, Eagle mens basketball moves on to GMAC semi-final round, Call of Duty eSports team falls, 3-0, to Fanshawe College, Eagle men finish season No. There's no limit to how far the Cavaliers can stretch this postseason out now. Schmerbach, Kami The Eagles prepare for the starting lineups to be announced. In the spring of 2014, Pickens played professionally for the Lakeside Lightning in Perth, Australia. Feb. 28, 2023 The WBCA NCAA Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll with teams RECORDS THROUGH SUNDAY in parentheses, total points based on 25 points for first place through one point for 25th, final ranking in last week's poll, and first-place votes received. 3-seed Trojans were a 58-48 upset winner over No. Roshak scored 13 points in each half for a season-high 26, grabbed seven rebounds, and tacked on two assists, a steal and a block. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. N. | Jacksonville, FL 32211 904-256-7400 Accessibility Terms of Service Privacy Policy Ad Blocker Detected Thanks for With the win, the Trojans advance to the Great Midwest Championship Final on Saturday at 2:00 PM (CT), and they will take on Ashland University (30-0, 20-0 Great Midwest). Saturday's second-round game at Kates Gymnasium proved it. 2019-20 Ashland 31-0 1.000 Matchup History. Year School Record Pct. I was going to do whatever I can for my team. Web2022-23 Women's Basketball Coaching Staff 2022-23 Women's Basketball Support Staff Jacksonville University 2800 University Blvd. I changed up our defenses more this game than I have the entire year and they responded so very well. 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You know. They helped stake Walshto a 22-15 lead. Neither team pushed their lead beyond four points in the first half. I wanted to win. Lili Wilken began the second quarter with a three to give the Trojans back the lead. This article originally appeared on Ashland Times Gazette: Ashland University Women headed to GMAC title game with win over Malone, Ashland University Women headed to GMAC title game with win over Malone, Justin Timberlake posts sweet birthday message for 'dream of a partner' Jessica Biel, Tom Sizemore, star of 'Saving Private Ryan,' 'Heat,' dies at 61 after brain aneurysm, Josh Hartnett is done talking about his break from Hollywood but ready to make fun of actors: 'We're the worst', Michael B. Jordan admits muscle gain for 'Creed' has been harder as he's gotten older, Billy Bush suggests Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes start their own show after ABC exit: 'They've got something that works'. Two early McMillen 3s were a sign the Cavswere a different team this time. They did it seven days after losing by 10 to Ashland in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference Tournament championship game. Women's Basketball; Kari Pickens: Women's Basketball Head Coach 419-289 The Eagles have not lost to the Trojans and are 3-0 vs. Trevecca. Ashland University's Annie Roshak (42) steals the ball from Malone University's Erin Kaufman (33) during the GMAC Conference Womens basketball We were amped up, its tournament time. Just like the first quarter, the second quarter was a blowout as well. They now look to take on the Malone Pioneers in the semi-final round of the conference tournament at home on Friday, March 3, with tipoff set for 5 p.m. Cracas serves as the Sports Producer for AUTV20, Sports Director for 88.9 WRDL, and the Breaking News editor for The Collegian. The Eagles did their best work on Malone guard Alexis Hutchison, who lit up AU for 29 points in the season finale. Office of Sports Information: 615-248-1606 (Fax: 615-248-1565) | Office of Athletics: 615-248-1271 (Fax: 615-248-1565) | Switchboard: 615-248-1200, Trevecca Women's Basketball | Trojans Advance to 2023 Great Midwest Championship Finals, Trevecca Women's Basketball | Karen Booker Named Great Midwest Coach of the Year, Trevecca Women's Basketball | Carter and Palmer Named To G-MAC All-Conference Teams, Trevecca Women's Basketball | Trojans Ready for Great Midwest Semifinal Battle with KWC, Trevecca Women's Basketball | Trojans Defeat Walsh; Advance To G-MAC Semifinal, 333 Murfreesboro Pike. Ashland won the only meeting this year 83-50 on December 19, 2022. At River View High School, Pickens was a two-time first-team all-Ohio selection. I want to give our guards a ton of credit, Pickens said. Pickens was a member of two state-championship teams (2006-07) and a state runner-up (2009). On the year, the Trojans have outscored their opponents 552-405 in the third. The Eagles cut it to 69-62 in the final minute. After a year away, the Trojans returned to the Great Midwest Championships as the seventh seed. She was the teams Most Valuable Player, averaging 21.1 points, 11.1 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. 6 ranking. One new transfer player, fifth-year Maddy Maloney from Saginaw Valley State We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Heading into halftime, the Eagles shot an impressive 50% from the field and beyond the arc heading into halftime as they led 46-23. In the very first season of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, the Trojans won the regular season title and hosted the first championships at Trojan Fieldhouse. 1 and undefeated Ashland University (30-0, 20-0 Great Midwest) for the Great Midwest Championship on Saturday at 2:00 PM (CT). Through the final two quarters, they shot 30% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc while putting up just 23 points. Yoder knocks down five threes in win over Ursuline. Yoder finished the contest with 15 points, while Hayley Smith, Annie Roshak and Macy Spielman all finished with 10. Cl. DiGiulio, Mallory Trevecca took two of three meetings with the Panthers this season, but KWC owns the all-time series lead 17-7. In the semifinals, Trevecca defeated Ursuline. Carlotta Kloppenburg-Pruitt. I thought it made a big difference, and got us some easy buckets in transition. I released it, saw it was going in and that's what happened.". Playing with intensity and aggression, but under control, AU took the lead with the final basket of the first quarter and kept building the margin from there. The Ashland University womens basketball team has continued its winning ways as they now sit 29-0 on the season after downing the Ursuline College Arrows in the quarter-final round of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference tournament. The three other Ashland women's head coaches to get to at least 100 games In her fourth year as head coach, she won the 2006 Women's National Championship.She won the 2009 ACC Regular Season and Tournament As a junior, Pickens averaged 21.3 points, 14.1 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game in 35 contests, and hit 50.3 percent from the field, 34.1 percent from 3-point range and 84.1 percent from the free-throw line. ASHLAND, Ohio. It was then the Trojans used a 9-2 run to go up 31-28 with just over a minute left in the half. Trevecca earned the second seed at the G-MAC Championships hosted by Cedarville. and 16.0 minutes per game. Women's Basketball. The Cavs increased their advantage to an eye-popping 40-26 at halftime. 3/1/2023, Cedarville University is a Christian university located in Cedarville, Ohio. Printable version (PDF) Crazy.". In 2009, she was the Ohio co-Player of the Year. The sixth-ranked Lakers beat Drury 74-69 in Saturday's first game. McMillen hit three free throws to seal the win. Head Women's Basketball Coach. The Eagles were able to separate themselves early, and never looked back as they secured a 69-52 victory. Kentucky Wesleyan knocked off Trevecca in the championship. After being named head coach in 2016, her impact was felt immediately. Ashland (29-3) made a run, but Sales hit arguably the shot of the game at the end of the third quarter. Guided Ashland to a 105-15record, three conference tournament titles, two conferenceregular-season championships and four NCAA Division II tournament berths in her first fourseasons as head coach. "It was definitely a momentum builder," Carter said. We have to get a new scouting report and get back to work. The No. "I describe it as just toughness," Sales said. The Eagles hold a 3-0 advantage in the series with Trevecca. Trevecca used a massive 18-2 run over about eight minutes of game time to go up 50-35 with :56 left in the third. A driving basket by Brockington and a three-point play by Roshak ended the half with AU in front 39-32. As time in the first quarter ran down, the Panthers pulled ahead by four (15-11) and led 15-13 edge at the break. "It was almost a blessing it left that taste in our mouth. The Cavs scored the first eight points of the fourth quarter and held the Eagles scoreless for almost four minutes. Keeley Carter had four points during the run, and Kor Fornesa Liu scored three points. Sha Carter added 15 points and nine rebounds. Walsh beat Ashland 72-62 to reach Monday's title game against Grand Valley State. Its been a little bit since weve done that, so it was really encouraging to see us do it so well on both ends of the court. They were able to outscore the Arrows by 11. A day after scoring her 2,000th career point, Mayci Sales finished with a game-high 20 points to lead the Cavaliers (28-4). Three more inside baskets from Smith, Roshak and Miller made it 80-54 before a final Malone score finished the game. During the 2011-12 and 2012-13 seasons, in which Ashland was the national runner-up and won its first national championship, Pickens recorded 1,414 points and 903 rebounds, seventh- and fourth-most all-time at Ashland, respectively. In knocking out the No. Being the aggressors tonight, I think that really fueled us and got us the win.. With their 63-55 win at Trojan Fieldhouse in the first meeting this year with Wesleyan, the Trojans snapped a 12-game Panther win streak in the series. Our guards really made that change and I thought we were able to expose them.. Women's Basketball We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Ht. Was named the women's basketball program's 13. She snatched a loose ball and banked in a shot at the buzzer to give Walsh a 55-47 lead. ASHLAND, Ohio. Scoreboard. Visit the Official Home of Trevecca Athletics atwww.tnutrojans.com|www.trevecca.edu, Click forLive Stats/Live Videoof home games, Follow on Social Media -Twitter|Instagram|Facebook|YouTube|Photos|Mobile Updates|Free Newsletter|Mobile App, Copyright 2023, Trevecca Nazarene University. In 2020-21, Pickens guided the Eagles to a 16-9 finish overall and 11-7 mark in theGreat Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, as well as a third NCAA Tournament berth in as many years. The No. Northland College, an NCAA Division III institution located in Ashland, Wisconsin, is seeking a Head Women's Basketball Coach. The all-GMAC first-team player was scoreless in the third period after putting up just four points in the first half. The Yellow Jackets compete for championships in 16 NCAA. 2020-21 Ashland 16-9 .640 Trevecca again defeated Central State in the tournament opener, this time in the quarterfinal round. Nashville, TN 37210-2877. The 2019-20 season saw Ashland finish 31-0 overall and 20-0 in the GLIAC, as the Eagles won both the GLIAC regular-season and tournament championships. 601-979-2291. Smith steps down from women's basketball post. "We were like, 'OK, that was the shot.' Still ranks 10thon Ashland's all-time scoring list (1,414 points) despite playing just two seasons in the program. 601-979-2291. Even in the half-court, the poise that we played with was the best Ive seen it in a long time.. PICKENS YEAR-BY-YEAR "We wanted to win. In knocking out the No. The Trojans face No. The 2021-22 season saw the Eagles go 29-3 overall, reach the NCAA playoffs, and win both the Great Midwest Athletic Conference regular-season and postseason titles. Pickens led the State Basketball League in free-throw percentage (85.4) and rebounds (299), and was second in points per game. But it was much more than offense that allowed the Eagles to pull away from the Pioneers. Faith Wilken and Emma Palmer both added eight points. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Women's Basketball. The Head Womens Basketball Coach has the responsibility for the overall operation of the womens intercollegiate basketball program in accordance with Northland College, Upper Midwest Keeley Carter scored seven of those points. ", Reach Mike at mike.popovich@cantonrep.com. Having to beat Malone for a third time in 2022-23, the No. 1-ranked Ashland University women's basketball team did just that on Friday (March 3) night, 80-56, in a 2023 Great Midwest Athletic Conference Tournament semifinal at the Sherrill Hudson Court at Kates Gymnasium. The No. Ashland University's Macy Spielman, left, and Karlee Pireu (25) pressures Walsh University's Sha Carter (20) as she drives the baseline during first half action of the Sales' shot was huge emotionally for both teams. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. WebJonathan Williams. Midwest Region Crossover. Chase Campbell. Since 2002, she has served as the head coach of the University of Maryland women's basketball team. Walk, Mia Gary Kloppenburg. Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Copyright 2023 Ashland University Athletics. The other two meetings were last year when the Eagles beat Trevecca 86-41 (2/10/2022) and 106-55 (1/31/2-22). 601-979-2291. AU, now 30-0 this season, has won 19 consecutive conference tournament games at home, and is 25-1 in such games since 2012. I am so proud of this team, and 30-0 is great, but were just focusing on this game right now and celebrating that we met every single game goal, AU coach Kari Pickens said. Pickens is married to husband Brad, and they have a son, Elijah, and a daughter, Chloe. The opening period saw AU take a 17-16 lead after 10 minutes with 10 lead changes and a tie. Scurlock, Izzy The top eigth region team advance to the NCAA Midwest Regional. Copyright 2023 Ashland University Athletics. Taylor. Ahllamara, Brianna TicketSmarter - Official Ticket Resale Marketplace, Garr, Sweeney voted to All-G-MAC Second Team, Jackets fall at Walsh despite Wheelers career night, Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital. Having to beat Malone for a third time in 2022-23, the No. After winning on back-to-back nights, the Cavs will have the benefit of an off day before they face Grand Valley State. The Trevecca Nazarene University women's basketball team (21-8, 15-5 Great Midwest) traveled to Kates Gym at Ashland University for a 2023 Great Midwest Semifinal matchup against Kentucky Wesleyan College (23-6, 18-2 Great Midwest) and won 58-48. WebWomen's Basketball Head Coach Email kpickens@ashland.edu Phone 419-289-5469 YEAR: 10th in 2022-23 PREVIOUS COLLEGE: Ashland '13 AT ASHLAND UNIVERSITY Guided Ashland to a 105-15 record, three conference tournament titles, two conference regular And unlike the Feb. 23 game when the Pioneers limited Ashlands inside offense with timely double teams in the post, Malone had no answer for AU forward Annie Roshak, who earlier on Friday was named the GMAC Player of the Year. The first quarter was a defensive battle as the two teams mixed in a few baskets between defensive stops. Pickens' playing accolades included being named two-time Honda Sports Award D-II Female Athlete of the Year, 2013 Capital One Female Student-Athlete Academic All-American of the Year, 2013 Capital One Women's Basketball Academic All-American of the Year, two-time WBCA National Player of the Year, two-time WBCA first-team All-American, 2013 D-II Elite Eight Most Outstanding Player, two-time Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year and 2013 GLIAC Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Maloney bookended a 20-6 AU blitz in the third quarter first with a three from the left wing, then one to end the surge from the right wing. Name Pos. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. GREENWOOD - After an extensive national search, Stephanie Gehlhausen (pronounced /G/el-housen) has been named Lander University women's basketball head The second-seeded KWC Panthers defeated the Trojans in the quarterfinals. The winner of the Trevecca and Ashland game receives the conferences automatic bid to the NCAA Championships. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Richard Vasey. 2-ranked Eagles, the Cavs reached a regional finalfor the first time as an NCAA program. Smith steps down from women's basketball post CEDARVILLE, Ohio - Jason Smith has resigned his position as women's basketball head coach at Cedarville University. Walsh and Ashland each won a close gameon the other's court during the regular season.