Watch him play Menlo tomorrow (Tuesday) at SkyPark at 1 p.m.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Joel Pelton leads the team in Goal Scoring
Senior Joel Pelton is having a stellar season, scoring 15 goals for the Bethany Men's Soccer team. He is currently 3rd in the nation for most goals scored in the NAIA.
Watch him play Menlo tomorrow (Tuesday) at SkyPark at 1 p.m.
Watch him play Menlo tomorrow (Tuesday) at SkyPark at 1 p.m.
Bruin RoundUp- Week of Oct.17-23
Men’s soccer
Joel Pelton scored four goals and Matheus Barbosa scored two to lead the Bethany men’s soccer team to a
6-2 win against Simpson University in Redding on Oct. 12.
The men’s team had a 4-2 record in the California Pacific Conference, 6-4 overall, good for third place with five games left in conference play.
The Bruins played against Holy Names University at Merritt College on Wednesday evening, Oct. 20, followed by another game at Holy Names on Saturday, Oct. 23, and a home game against Menlo at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26.
Women’s soccer
The team fell 5-0 to Simpson on Oct. 12.
After the loss, the Bruins were in fifth place out of six teams and had lost their past four games. Four conference games remain before playoffs.
Their next game will be against first-place Holy Names at Merritt College in Oakland on Saturday, followed by a home stand against Menlo at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Skypark.
Volleyball
The volleyball team beat a team of Bethany alumni volleyball players in four games in the annual match, then played a conference match against Mills and won in three games.
The team was fourth out of seven teams in the Cal Pac with four matches remaining. The top five teams will move on to playoffs after conference play ends on Nov. 6.
Bethany will visit Holy Names on Friday, Oct. 22, and host Menlo at 7 p.m. Saturday. On Thursday, Oct. 28, Bethany will play at Pacific Union College at 7 p.m.
Cross country
The cross country team traveled to the Bronco Invitational at Santa Clara University, where they competed against local colleges Oct. 16.
Next weekend, the team will participate in Pre-Conference Time Trials on Oct. 29 before competing in the Cal Pac Conference Championship meet Nov. 5.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 21 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Joel Pelton scored four goals and Matheus Barbosa scored two to lead the Bethany men’s soccer team to a
6-2 win against Simpson University in Redding on Oct. 12.
The men’s team had a 4-2 record in the California Pacific Conference, 6-4 overall, good for third place with five games left in conference play.
The Bruins played against Holy Names University at Merritt College on Wednesday evening, Oct. 20, followed by another game at Holy Names on Saturday, Oct. 23, and a home game against Menlo at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26.
Women’s soccer
The team fell 5-0 to Simpson on Oct. 12.
After the loss, the Bruins were in fifth place out of six teams and had lost their past four games. Four conference games remain before playoffs.
Their next game will be against first-place Holy Names at Merritt College in Oakland on Saturday, followed by a home stand against Menlo at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Skypark.
Volleyball
The volleyball team beat a team of Bethany alumni volleyball players in four games in the annual match, then played a conference match against Mills and won in three games.
The team was fourth out of seven teams in the Cal Pac with four matches remaining. The top five teams will move on to playoffs after conference play ends on Nov. 6.
Bethany will visit Holy Names on Friday, Oct. 22, and host Menlo at 7 p.m. Saturday. On Thursday, Oct. 28, Bethany will play at Pacific Union College at 7 p.m.
Cross country
The cross country team traveled to the Bronco Invitational at Santa Clara University, where they competed against local colleges Oct. 16.
Next weekend, the team will participate in Pre-Conference Time Trials on Oct. 29 before competing in the Cal Pac Conference Championship meet Nov. 5.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 21 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Soccer Teaches Life to Bethany Senior Amanda Anderson
“Well-rounded” is the word to describe Bethany University senior Amanda Anderson.She is involved at Twin Lakes Church in Aptos and on the school worship team, all while playing her third and final season on the Bethany women’s soccer team.
Before her time at Bethany, Anderson attended Beyer High School in Modesto, where her team won the league championship all four years. After high school, she spent a year at Modesto Junior College, where she started to play in the off-season until she signed with Bethany in the spring.
Anderson has been flexible on the field while at Bethany. She started her sophomore season as a forward, moved to stopper and now plays midfield.
“Soccer has taught me how to be disciplined,” she said. “I have expanded my beliefs by learning that our minds try to set limits on what we can do, but truly, our bodies can do so much more.
“I have learned that the best things in life are things we fight for. I have learned how to be a better leader, communicate and to build relationships.”
Learning through the game she loves has given Anderson the tools to succeed on and off the field.
“Amanda is a coach’s dream,” coach Abby Garalde said. “She is a hard worker who brings her all every single day.”
Anderson also has had a chance to play alongside her sister, sophomore Bre Anderson, who plays defense on the team.
“It’s nice having someone who truly knows you and how you feel. … We get to build each other up daily with encouragement,” Amanda Anderson said. “We for sure know how to get each other pumped up for a game.”
Anderson will graduate from Bethany with a degree in communications.
“My most memorable moment was getting a hat trick (three goals in one game), each with a different body part: my head, my left foot and my knee.” Anderson said.
She is also fond of the many trips that the team has taken, as well as team worship and devotional times.
“Amanda is an amazing leader and soccer player,” teammate and co-captain Monica O’Daniels said. “She brings great enthusiasm to the team. She’s always the first to start a run and the first to finish. She is a great person to lead the team along side with.”
Four games remain in conference play, where Bethany holds a 1-4 record. Anderson said she hopes the team “will finish strong and continue to enjoy the game of soccer.”
*This article appeared in the Oct. 21 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
It's Almost Playoff Time!
The Cal-Pac season is drawing to a close in the next few weeks, I thought I would post the current rankings of all the teams within the Conference for each sport.
Men's Soccer:
Women's Soccer:
Volleyball:
Men's Soccer:
| School | CalPac | Per | Points | Overall | Per | Streak |
| Holy Names | 5-0-1 | .917 | 11 | 5-4-2 | .546 | Tie 1 |
| Menlo | 4-1-1 | .750 | 9 | 4-6-2 | .417 | Won 2 |
| Bethany | 4-2 | .667 | 8 | 6-4 | .600 | Won 3 |
| William Jessup | 3-2-1 | .583 | 7 | 4-7-1 | .375 | Tie 1 |
| Simpson | 2-4 | .333 | 4 | 3-7-1 | .318 | Lost 2 |
| Cal Maritime | 1-5 | .167 | 2 | 1-5 | .167 | Won 1 |
| Pacific Union | 0-5-1 | .083 | 1 | 0-6-1 | .071 | Lost 3 |
Women's Soccer:
| School | CalPac | Per | Points | Overall | Per | Streak |
| Holy Names | 4-1 | .800 | 8 | 6-3-2 | .636 | Lost 1 |
| William Jessup | 4-1 | .800 | 8 | 7-4-1 | .625 | Won 1 |
| Simpson | 3-2 | .600 | 6 | 4-7-1 | .375 | Won 3 |
| Menlo | 3-2 | .600 | 6 | 3-8-1 | .292 | Lost 1 |
| Bethany | 1-4 | .200 | 2 | 1-6-1 | .188 | Lost 4 |
| Mills | 0-5 | .000 | 0 | 0-11 | .000 | Lost 11 |
Volleyball:
| School | Cal Pac | Overall | GB | Streak | ||
| Holy Names | 7-0 | 1.000 | 10-8 | .556 | -- | Won 5 |
| Simpson | 5-2 | .714 | 6-18 | .250 | 2.0 | Won 5 |
| William Jessup | 4-2 | .667 | 5-18 | .217 | 2.5 | Lost 2 |
| Bethany | 4-3 | .571 | 11-8 | .579 | 3.0 | Won 2 |
| Menlo | 3-4 | .429 | 5-14 | .263 | 4.0 | Lost 2 |
| Pacific Union | 1-6 | .143 | 1-7 | .125 | 6.0 | Won 1 |
| Mills | 0-7 | .000 | 0-11 | .000 | 7.0 | Lost 11 |
Bruin Roundup- Week of Oct.10-16
Men’s soccer
The men’s soccer team beat William Jessup, 3-2, on Oct. 8. Freshman Giovanni Serrato was named Defensive Player of the Week for the California Pacific Conference, and Joel Pelton was recognized as CalPac Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week.
The men’s team is third in the conference with a 3-2 record, 5-4 record overall, with five games remaining.
Volleyball
Bethany’s volleyball team won in four games against William Jessup on Oct. 8, and then traveled to Redding for a 3-2 loss to Simpson University on Oct. 9.
The Bruins will play their annual alumni game at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15.
The team will continue with conference play against Mills College on at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. Both of these matches will be at home in Redwood Auditorium.
Cross country
The cross country team placed first at the Vanguard Invitational in Modesto on Oct. 9. Two runners had top 20 rankings: Chelsea Morter finished ninth, and freshman Wayne Smith was 12th in the men’s race.
The team will head to Santa Clara University on Saturday for a meet with other Bay Area schools.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 14 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
The men’s soccer team beat William Jessup, 3-2, on Oct. 8. Freshman Giovanni Serrato was named Defensive Player of the Week for the California Pacific Conference, and Joel Pelton was recognized as CalPac Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week.
The men’s team is third in the conference with a 3-2 record, 5-4 record overall, with five games remaining.
Volleyball
Bethany’s volleyball team won in four games against William Jessup on Oct. 8, and then traveled to Redding for a 3-2 loss to Simpson University on Oct. 9.
The Bruins will play their annual alumni game at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15.
The team will continue with conference play against Mills College on at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. Both of these matches will be at home in Redwood Auditorium.
Cross country
The cross country team placed first at the Vanguard Invitational in Modesto on Oct. 9. Two runners had top 20 rankings: Chelsea Morter finished ninth, and freshman Wayne Smith was 12th in the men’s race.
The team will head to Santa Clara University on Saturday for a meet with other Bay Area schools.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 14 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Bethany soccer falls to Jessup
Despite a first-half goal that netted Bethany University the lead at halftime, William Jessup University overpowered the Bruins, 4-1, in California Conference play on Oct. 9.
The first half of the game was controlled by Jessup’s offense, but Bethany freshman goalie Tianna Wehby made more than 13 saves, including at least four diving stops, before halftime.
“Tianna is amazing in the air,” coach Nate Shipley said. “She gets her hands on anything that comes towards her.”
Wehby also had help from a strong backline of defenders, including Monica O’Daniels and Hannah Wiesner.
The only real opportunity for Bethany to score in the first half was in the 42nd minute, when sophomore Justine Wilson got her feet on a corner kick from freshman Sierra Licata 15 yards from the goal and nailed the ball into the left side of the net. The goal gave Bethany a 1-0 lead at halftime.
“I pushed up into the box, and the ball just dropped in front of me and I kicked it in,” Wilson said. “We need to possess a little more even when tired, stick through the whole game, work the whole 90 minutes.”
Ten minutes into the second half of play, Jessup sophomore Elli Tremblay evened the score with a header into the net from a corner kick by freshman Dallas Butterfield.
After more aggressive, back-and-forth play from both teams, Jessup junior Lyndsey Cesena came in from the left side and scored, making the score 2-1.
On Jessup’s third goal, Wehby went to the ground fighting to keep the ball out of the net before sophomore Hekla Goodman and junior Gabby Leon worked to give Jessup a two-goal advantage. Tremblay scored Jessup’s fourth goal with only minutes remaining.
“Fatigue was a factor, and the mental game took a hit with William Jessup’s first goal,” Shipley said. “Overall, our desire to do well at home showed in the level of play by the girls.”
The win for Jessup moved that team to 3-0 in conference and dropped Bethany to 1-3.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 14 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
The first half of the game was controlled by Jessup’s offense, but Bethany freshman goalie Tianna Wehby made more than 13 saves, including at least four diving stops, before halftime.
“Tianna is amazing in the air,” coach Nate Shipley said. “She gets her hands on anything that comes towards her.”
Wehby also had help from a strong backline of defenders, including Monica O’Daniels and Hannah Wiesner.
The only real opportunity for Bethany to score in the first half was in the 42nd minute, when sophomore Justine Wilson got her feet on a corner kick from freshman Sierra Licata 15 yards from the goal and nailed the ball into the left side of the net. The goal gave Bethany a 1-0 lead at halftime.
“I pushed up into the box, and the ball just dropped in front of me and I kicked it in,” Wilson said. “We need to possess a little more even when tired, stick through the whole game, work the whole 90 minutes.”
Ten minutes into the second half of play, Jessup sophomore Elli Tremblay evened the score with a header into the net from a corner kick by freshman Dallas Butterfield.
After more aggressive, back-and-forth play from both teams, Jessup junior Lyndsey Cesena came in from the left side and scored, making the score 2-1.
On Jessup’s third goal, Wehby went to the ground fighting to keep the ball out of the net before sophomore Hekla Goodman and junior Gabby Leon worked to give Jessup a two-goal advantage. Tremblay scored Jessup’s fourth goal with only minutes remaining.
“Fatigue was a factor, and the mental game took a hit with William Jessup’s first goal,” Shipley said. “Overall, our desire to do well at home showed in the level of play by the girls.”
The win for Jessup moved that team to 3-0 in conference and dropped Bethany to 1-3.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 14 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Growing Up at the Net
Today, Bethany University senior Kim Feigles is the women’s volleyball team captain. But the honor didn’t come easily for Feigles, who overcame many obstacles before finding success on the court.Feigles, the only senior on this year’s squad, grew up in Shingle Springs. Her passion for volleyball started in middle school, but she hit a brick wall when she failed to make the team.
The frustration pushed her to work hard, however, and she made the team at Ponderosa High School as a freshman. In four years, she proved herself to her peers and coaches and became a team captain as a senior.
Fast forward to the present.
Kim is now a senior in college, majoring in business. She has played on the university’s volleyball team all four years, stepping up to the role of captain during her junior season.
“Over the past four seasons, Kim has evolved from a wide-eyed, ‘go-to’ freshman to the contributing senior leader and steadying influence on and off the court for her teammates,” coach Reed Duffus said. “Along the way, she has selflessly adjusted to positional changes and new teammates, balanced her academic and various leadership roles on campus and has embraced her role as the senior co-captain.”
The past two years, Feigles has led the team, demonstrating her skills on the court and leading by example. Her actions on and off the court have proven to teammates that she is a leader and mentor.
“I feel like it’s been a roller coaster — we’ve had good and bad years,” Feigles said. “Each year is completely different, because of the different mix of girls.”
Her goals this year include a top-three finish in conference and a shot at the Cal-Pac championship.
With eight games remaining, the team is 2-2 in the Cal-Pac and prepping for the conference tournament in November.
Feigles’ advice for future players is to go into the game with an open mind, as well as a willingness to change and grow. After her final season, Feigles said she’d love to coach, but she is unsure at what level — if she decides to do so.
“I enjoy coaching, but not as much as I enjoy playing,” she said
*This article appeared in the Oct. 3 issue of the Scotts Valley Press-Banner.
Bruin Roundup- Week of Oct.3 - Oct. 9
Men’s soccer
The Bethany men’s soccer team lost to Menlo College in overtime, 3-2, on Oct. 2. Alfredo Martinez and Gabriel Cassaro scored for the Bruins.
The team has a 1-2 record within the California Pacific Conference and a 3-4 record overall. The Bruins are in fifth place in the Cal Pac.
The team next plays at Skypark at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, against William Jessup University. The men will travel to Simpson University on Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Women’s soccer
The women’s soccer team fell 4-0 to Menlo on Oct. 2. The loss gives the team a 1-2 record in conference and an overall record of 1-4-1.
The team’s next game will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at Skypark against William Jessup. The Bruins will travel to Redding on Tuesday to play Simpson.
Volleyball
The women’s volleyball team recently had a match against Menlo, a four-game loss, before claiming a victory against Pacific Union in three games. Bethany volleyball is in fourth place in the conference standings with a 2-2 record.
The team will play at Simpson on Saturday, Oct. 9, followed by a home match at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, against local rival UC Santa Cruz.
Cross country
The cross country team will run in the Vanguard Invitational in Modesto on Saturday, Oct. 9.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 7 issue of the Scotts Valley Press Banner.
The Bethany men’s soccer team lost to Menlo College in overtime, 3-2, on Oct. 2. Alfredo Martinez and Gabriel Cassaro scored for the Bruins.
The team has a 1-2 record within the California Pacific Conference and a 3-4 record overall. The Bruins are in fifth place in the Cal Pac.
The team next plays at Skypark at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, against William Jessup University. The men will travel to Simpson University on Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Women’s soccer
The women’s soccer team fell 4-0 to Menlo on Oct. 2. The loss gives the team a 1-2 record in conference and an overall record of 1-4-1.
The team’s next game will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at Skypark against William Jessup. The Bruins will travel to Redding on Tuesday to play Simpson.
Volleyball
The women’s volleyball team recently had a match against Menlo, a four-game loss, before claiming a victory against Pacific Union in three games. Bethany volleyball is in fourth place in the conference standings with a 2-2 record.
The team will play at Simpson on Saturday, Oct. 9, followed by a home match at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, against local rival UC Santa Cruz.
Cross country
The cross country team will run in the Vanguard Invitational in Modesto on Saturday, Oct. 9.
*This article appeared in the Oct. 7 issue of the Scotts Valley Press Banner.
Cal Pac Conference Players of the Week
Congratulations to freshman Giovanni Serrato for being selected as the Defensive Player of the Week. Senior Joel Pelton is also being recognized as the Offensive Player of the Week.
The Volleyball team also has a Player of the Week with Jessie Alcorn for having thirty two kills in two matches.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Bruin Roundup- Week of Sept. 26- Oct. 2
Women’s soccer
The Bethany University women’s soccer team began California Pacific Conference play with a 2-0 win over Mills College, with goals from Justine Wilson and Faith Hall.
“Things are really coming together,” senior Amanda Anderson said. “We played our game and totally dominated the field.”
Their next game, however — against Holy Names on Tuesday — was a harsh 7-0 loss.
The Bruins will next play against Menlo College in Atherton at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Men’s soccer
The men’s soccer team started conference play against Cal State Maritime with a 3-1 win Friday, Sept. 24.
On Tuesday, Sept. 28, they played Holy Names and fell 5-1 at Skypark. Their next conference game is an away match at Menlo on Saturday, Oct. 2.
Volleyball
Bethany Volleyball swept Mills College 3-0 in the teams’ first conference match Friday, Sept. 24. The team was less lucky against Holy Names the following day, when they fell 3-1.
“I think we played well overall,” senior Kim Fiegles said. “We have some things to work on, but we will beat Holy Names when we see them next time.”
Conference play continues against Menlo at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, in Atherton, and then a home matchup against Pacific Union College at 7 p.m. Saturday in Redwood Auditorium.
Cross country
The men and women’s cross country teams both attended the Westmont Invite on Sept. 25.
“The meet was unseasonably hot, on hard pavement, but the team worked hard and persevered,” women’s coach Sarah Meyer said.
The teams will race in the non-conference Vanguard Invitational next weekend, Oct 9
The Bethany University women’s soccer team began California Pacific Conference play with a 2-0 win over Mills College, with goals from Justine Wilson and Faith Hall.
“Things are really coming together,” senior Amanda Anderson said. “We played our game and totally dominated the field.”
Their next game, however — against Holy Names on Tuesday — was a harsh 7-0 loss.
The Bruins will next play against Menlo College in Atherton at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Men’s soccer
The men’s soccer team started conference play against Cal State Maritime with a 3-1 win Friday, Sept. 24.
On Tuesday, Sept. 28, they played Holy Names and fell 5-1 at Skypark. Their next conference game is an away match at Menlo on Saturday, Oct. 2.
Volleyball
Bethany Volleyball swept Mills College 3-0 in the teams’ first conference match Friday, Sept. 24. The team was less lucky against Holy Names the following day, when they fell 3-1.
“I think we played well overall,” senior Kim Fiegles said. “We have some things to work on, but we will beat Holy Names when we see them next time.”
Conference play continues against Menlo at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, in Atherton, and then a home matchup against Pacific Union College at 7 p.m. Saturday in Redwood Auditorium.
Cross country
The men and women’s cross country teams both attended the Westmont Invite on Sept. 25.
“The meet was unseasonably hot, on hard pavement, but the team worked hard and persevered,” women’s coach Sarah Meyer said.
The teams will race in the non-conference Vanguard Invitational next weekend, Oct 9
*This article appeared in the Sept. 30 issue of the Scotts Valley Press Banner..
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