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Program Notes 2009

The 2008 team celebrates a victory.

The Bates College women's soccer program gives student-athletes an opportunity to compete in one of the nation's most competitive NCAA Division III conferences. Members of the women's soccer team are expected to demonstrate an indefatigable work ethic, a fierce competitive spirit, an encouraging attitude, and a passion for the game. They are also encouraged to have a good sense of humor and to realize that hard work and fun aren't incompatible. Students who have demonstrated a high level of success both in the classroom and on the soccer field should consider applying to Bates.

The regular season consists of a 14-game schedule, including nine games against New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) opponents. The top eight teams in the regular season standings qualify for the NESCAC Championship, with the winner earning an automatic berth in the NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Championship.

2008 Recap

The 2008 Bates women’s soccer team was largely comprised of underclassmen this season, with 18 out of the 24 players being either sophomores or first-years. However, under interim head coach Carla Flaherty, the team competed fiercely in the always tough NESCAC.

In conference play, Bates secured a convincing victory against Connecticut College and downed Wesleyan in a double-overtime thriller, but the Bobcats were otherwise frustrated offensively. In the midst of their offensive drought, the Bobcats maintained a strong and stringent defense, holding most of their opponents to two goals or less. In fact, eight of Bates’ nine conference games were decided by two goals or less including a 1-0 overtime loss to Colby in their final game of the season. A tie or a win against Colby would have propelled Bates into the conference playoffs.

First-year Sam Alper (Holliston, Mass.) showed her knack for scoring points this season, leading the team in assists and being second on the team in goals and points. With a season of experience under their belt, the Bobcats will look to close the gap with their conference opponents in 2009.

Head coach Jim Murphy will return to lead the Bobcats in the 2009 season, after taking a sabbatical during the Fall 2008 semester.