September 11, 2023

Men's Soccer Post Two Shutouts to Open 2023 Season

The Men’s Soccer team kicked off the season taking down cross-town rival Thomas under the lights Tuesday with a 4-0 scoreline. Junior Mario Simoes got the Mules on the board for the lone goal of the first half, followed by another strike to open up the second. First-years Myles Culley and Nicholas Donnelly both added onto the lead during the 58th and 78th minute to give Colby a 4-0 finish.

To open conference play, Colby hosted Wesleyan Saturday on Mayflower Hill. The Mules and Cardinals both brought tight defense and physical play to the field but were unable to find the back of the net resulting in a 0-0 tie. Both teams receive a valuable point towards the NESCAC standings.

Junior Goalkeeper Brendan McCarthy starts the season earning two shutouts and four total saves.

Colby is 1-0-1 to start the season and will host USM Monday at 4:00pm

Riordan Takes Singles Draw at Wallach Invitational

The Colby Women's Tennis team faced players from Trinity and Bates over the weekend to open the fall season at the Wallach Invitational, hosted by the Bobcats.

In singles play, the Mules collectively made up three quarters of the semi-finals field with senior captain Sam Riordan winning all four matches she played in. She claimed the singles title in dominant fashion without dropping a set. In the final, Riordan defeated Ally Friedman of Bates with a score of 6-3, 6-1. In doubles, the pairing of sophomore Ellie Gershaw and Riordan advanced to the finals before falling in a hard fought match 6-8 to a pair of Bobcats.

Head Coach Erin Reeves stated, "Despite having only three days of practice before the tournament, the girls came out ready to play. They competed exceptionally well, and I'm extremely proud of the effort I saw."

The Mules will return to action on September 22nd for the ITA Regional Championships hosted by Wesleyan.

Field Hockey Earns First Win of 2023 Campaign

Opening the season with back-to-back games this weekend, the Mules earned a split falling to Wesleyan Saturday and topping Thomas Sunday.

With scorching heat resonating off the turf of Bill Alfond Field, the Colby Field Hockey team played the Cardinals close entering the halftime break, down by a single score. A strong third quarter from Wesleyan put the visitors out in front for good, despite a career-high 19 saves from goaltender Emily Loeb. The Mules fell in their season opener 6-3.

Right back at it Sunday for a game across town at Thomas College, Colby erased a first half deficit with four second half goals, three coming off the stick of Pernilla Shaw. The Mules jumped into the win column overtaking the Terriers 4-2.

The Mules start the season 1-1 and look ahead to two road games this week (Wednesday at UNE, and Saturday at Trinity).

Volleyball Nets Two Victories After Busy Week on the Road

After sweeping St. Joseph's 3-0 Wednesday to kick off the 2023 season (senior Hannah Wyllie finished with nine kills), the Mules headed to Chicago, Ill. for a trio of matches at the UChicago Gargoyle Classic.

Colby took their first game in the windy city 3-0 over Stevens, led by first-year Brady Moseley's nine kills, followed by sophomore LJ Grant and Wyllie both contributing seven kills a piece. Sophomore Sydney Bopp joined Grant to combine for 11 blocks.

To wrap up the weekend, the Mules faced tough competition in UChicago and North Park Saturday, falling to both in straight sets.

Colby will return to Mayflower Hill for their first home game and NESCAC matchup of the season taking on Connecticut College Friday night.

Saturday Colby will be visited by the Polar Bears of Bowdoin College for a highly anticipated matchup. Colby defeated Bowdoin twice last year, breaking a winless streak against the Polar Bears that dated back to 2006.

Women's Soccer Outlast Husson to Begin 2023 Competition

The Women’s Soccer team secured a narrow victory over Husson Wednesday night (1-0) to open the season with a victory. In the 21st minute, senior Pepper Joseph scored the lone goal of the game (and her first collegiate goal). The Mules racked up 24 total shots in the victory, and the defense played stellar, holding the Eagles without a shot in the entirety of the match.

Back home Saturday for the season's first game on Mark R. Serdjenian Field, the Mules ran into a tough Wesleyan team. Although Colby outshot their opponent four to two in the first half, the Cardinals were able to get on the board with a penalty kick during the 22nd minute. In the second, Wesleyan tacked on two more scores and kept their own net clean, securing the 3-0 victory.

Colby is 1-1 to begin the 2023 season and will host USM Monday.

Golf Opens at the Duke Nelson Invitational

The Colby Golf team opened the fall season placing 17th in a field of 24 teams at the Duke Nelson Invitational hosted by Middlebury College. Johnny Kinsley was the two-day leader for the Mules placing 50th out of 122 competitors. Nick Stapleton led Colby on day one shooting 77 while Jacob Teszler led day two with 74.

• T50 - Johnny Kinsley (78/76)
• T64 - Mitchell Ham (80/75)
• T80 - Nick Stapleton (77/80)
• T83 - Harrison Digangi (78/80)
• T87 - Jacob Teszler (85/74)

The Mules are back on the links next weekend to take on Thomas College.

Cross Country Opens With CBB Wave Race at Pineland Farms

Opening their season without first-years (due to orientation commitments), Colby raced against Bowdoin and Bates in the traditional CBB Class Wave Race Tuesday at Pineland Farms. The Mules placed 2nd and 3rd respectively in the Women's and Men's races.

Women's Top-20 Performers:

• 5 - Claire Beebe
• 9 - Penny King
• 12 - Maria Dibari
• 16 - Margo Kenyon
• 20 - Serena Blasius

Men's Top-20 Performers

• 8 - Chris Gould
• 14 - Sam Posner
• 15 - Matt DeAngelis

The Mules return to the trails in New Gloucester, Maine next weekend for the Bates Invitational.