Cardinal Sports Update Friday, November 6, 2009

Cardinal News

5th Annual Football Youth Day-TONIGHT!!!
Our 5th annual Football Youth Day for children grades K-6 will be held on Friday, Nov. 6 (NOTE CHANGE OF DATE), 4:45 – 5:30 p.m. at Greene Stadium. We will be handing out Sheridan Frozen Custard coupons for one free Concrete to those who attend our Youth Day activity. Click here for more details.

William Jewell men’s soccer players named to Heart of America All Conference Teams
The William Jewell College men’s soccer team placed seven players on the Heart of America Athletic Conference All-Conference teams.

Midfielder Manny Tovar and forward Brett Lewis was named to the Heart of America All-Conference first team. Defender Micah Holdaway and forward Troy Green were named to the All-Conference second team. Defender Marcus Mallams and forwards Matt Happy and Michael Brown were named to the All-Conference third team.

“This is a great honor for these seven young men and for our program,” said head coach Chris Cissell. “Our team has worked very hard this season and these awards are a testament to how hard our whole team has worked. We are excited to begin the HAAC tournament.”

The Cardinals begin the HAAC tournament at home on Monday, Novemeber 9 against Graceland University. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in Greene Stadium on the campus in Liberty, Mo.

William Jewell women’s soccer players earn HAAC honors
The William Jewell College women’s soccer team placed eight players on the Heart of America Athletic Conference All-Conference teams.

Defender Theresa Noll and midfielder Danielle Doerfler were named to the HAAC All-Conference first team. Midfielder Sali Stout, defender Sarah Williams, forward Annie Shepard and goal keeper Rebecca Ewing were named to the All-Conference second team. Defender Abby Hauver and forward Nicole Littell were named to the All-Conference third team.

“This is a great achievement and a real testament to the overall team accomplishments we have had so far this season,” said head coach Chris Cissell. “When a player is recognized with an individual honor it is a team award too. I am very proud of our whole team and we are excited to begin our conference tournament.”

The Cardinals begin the HAAC tournament at home on Tuesday, November 10 against Avila University. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in Greene Stadium on the campus in Liberty, Mo.

Jewell Soccer Player Named Player of the Week
William Jewell senior goal keeper Rebecca Ewing (Shawnee, Kan.) was named the Heart of America Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Week.

Ewing helped lead to Cardinals to a 1-0 win over conference rival MidAmerica Nazarene University last week. Ewing had a streak of five consecutive shutout victories that was broken in a 1-0 loss to Avila University on November 3.

William Jewell to Host Cross Country HAAC Championships
The William Jewell Cardinal Cross Country team will host the 2009 Heart of America Athletic Conference Championships on Saturday, November 7. The event will be held at Stocksdale Park and will begin with the women's meet at 11:00 a.m. The men will follow at 11:45 a.m.

Cardinal Club Luncheons
Join us on campus for the next Cardinal Club luncheon, open to all fans of Cardinal Athletics. You’ll hear from our coaches and a special guest speaker, and enjoy lunch with former classmates and athletic department staff. Bring a guest and enjoy a $5 all-you-can-eat lunch in the private Yates Dining Room located in the Yates-Gill College Union. Reservations are not necessary but are encouraged to ensure everyone can be accommodated. As the luncheon draws near, visit www.jewellalumni.com/events to reserve your spot. Here are the dates:

November 20, 2009 with guest speaker: Bill Althaus, Sportswriter for Independence/Blue Springs Examiner
January 15, 2010 with guest speaker: Pete Malone, Olympic Swim Coach
March 5, 2010 with guest speaker: Len Dawson, Kansas City Chiefs Hall-of-Fame Quarterback
April 16, 2010 with guest speaker: Neil Harwell, Kansas City Royals

WJC Athletic Calendar
Fri., Nov. 6
W Basketball @ Baker University Classic

Sat., Nov. 7
Cross Country HAAC Meet @ WJC-Stocksdale Park
Football @ HOME vs. Culver-Stockton College 1:00 p.m. (Senior Day)
Volleyball HAAC Post Season Tourney @ Benedictine College 11:00 a.m.
W Basketball @ Baker University Classic

Mon., Nov. 9
M Soccer HAAC Playoffs @ HOME vs. Graceland University at 7:00 p.m.
JV Men's Basketball @ Missouri Valley 7:00 p.m.

Tues., Nov. 10
W Soccer HAAC Playoffs @ HOME vs. at Avila University 7:00 p.m.
M Basketball @ Park University 7:30 p.m.
JV Men's Basketball @ Penn Valley Community College 7:00 p.m.

Wed., Nov. 11
W Soccer HAAC Playoffs-TBA
Volleyball HAAC Post Season Tourney 7:00 p.m.-TBA

Thurs., Nov. 12
M Soccer HAAC Playoffs-TBA

Fri., Nov. 13
W Soccer HAAC Playoffs-TBA

Sat., Nov. 14
M Soccer HAAC Playoffs-TBA
Football @ Lindenwood University 1:30 p.m.
Volleyball HAAC Post Season Tourney 2:00 p.m.-TBA

HAAC Standings
For the latest up to date standings of all Cardinal Athletics we invite you to check out our conference website here.