Wonder what happened to your favorite fall sports teams in postseason play? Well, you're about to find out, right here, right now, on D2SS.
Women's Soccer: West Florida advances to NCAA Final Four (Press release courtesy of the Gulf South Conference)
NCAA Division II Tournament Bracket
Volleyball: Peach Belt Conference newcomer Flagler punches ticket to Elite Eight (Press release courtesy of the PBC)
Updated NCAA Tournament Bracket
Men's Soccer: PBC teams bow out early. The updated bracket is here.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
2009-2010 Basketball Previews--SIAC Men
Our preseason hoops previews wrap up with a brief outlook on SIAC men's basketball.
Predicted order of finish
1. Benedict (24-6 in 2008-09): After a tough loss to Arkansas Tech in the first round of last year's NCAA Division II tournament, the Tigers hope to have a deeper postseason run this year.
2. Claflin (25-4): The defending SIAC regular season champion Panthers will look to finish at or near the top of the league again this season.
3. Lane (22-8): An upset loss to LeMoyne-Owen in the finals of last season's SIAC tournament cost the Dragons in the NCAA tourney. It'll be interesting to see if they can sustain that momentum this season.
4. LeMoyne-Owen (17-14): Can the Magicians pull another magical run that put them in the NCAA's a season ago?
5. Albany State (13-15): The middle-of-the-pack Golden Rams hope to make a move up to the top of the SIAC standings after a 12-12 conference finish in 2008-09.
6. Clark Atlanta (15-14): The Panthers also finished at .500 in the SIAC at 12-12.
7. Fort Valley State (13-16): The Wildcats season ended in "one-and-done" fashion after losing to eventual SIAC tournament champion LeMoyne-Owen last season.
8. Miles (12-16): The Golden Bears are another one of those "middle-of-the-pack" teams in the SIAC, as they finished conference play, at yes, 12-12.
9. Morehouse (9-19): The Maroon Tigers hope to rebound after a disappointing 7-17 finish in the SIAC.
10. Tuskegee (8-20): All eight of the Golden Tigers wins last season came in SIAC play.
11. Kentucky State (9-20): The Thorobreds finished 7-17 in SIAC play in 2008-09.
12. Stillman (7-20): The Tigers hope to go up after finishing 6-18 in the conference.
13. Paine (8-21): The Lions also finished 6-18 in SIAC action last season.
Predicted order of finish
1. Benedict (24-6 in 2008-09): After a tough loss to Arkansas Tech in the first round of last year's NCAA Division II tournament, the Tigers hope to have a deeper postseason run this year.
2. Claflin (25-4): The defending SIAC regular season champion Panthers will look to finish at or near the top of the league again this season.
3. Lane (22-8): An upset loss to LeMoyne-Owen in the finals of last season's SIAC tournament cost the Dragons in the NCAA tourney. It'll be interesting to see if they can sustain that momentum this season.
4. LeMoyne-Owen (17-14): Can the Magicians pull another magical run that put them in the NCAA's a season ago?
5. Albany State (13-15): The middle-of-the-pack Golden Rams hope to make a move up to the top of the SIAC standings after a 12-12 conference finish in 2008-09.
6. Clark Atlanta (15-14): The Panthers also finished at .500 in the SIAC at 12-12.
7. Fort Valley State (13-16): The Wildcats season ended in "one-and-done" fashion after losing to eventual SIAC tournament champion LeMoyne-Owen last season.
8. Miles (12-16): The Golden Bears are another one of those "middle-of-the-pack" teams in the SIAC, as they finished conference play, at yes, 12-12.
9. Morehouse (9-19): The Maroon Tigers hope to rebound after a disappointing 7-17 finish in the SIAC.
10. Tuskegee (8-20): All eight of the Golden Tigers wins last season came in SIAC play.
11. Kentucky State (9-20): The Thorobreds finished 7-17 in SIAC play in 2008-09.
12. Stillman (7-20): The Tigers hope to go up after finishing 6-18 in the conference.
13. Paine (8-21): The Lions also finished 6-18 in SIAC action last season.
2009-2010 Basketball Previews--SIAC Women
Here's another installment of our 2009-10 basketball previews, exclusively on D2SS. Next up: the SIAC women.
Predicted order of finish
1. Fort Valley State (26-5 in 2008-09): The Lady Wildcats finished a perfect 22-0 in SIAC play last season, but fell to Ouachita Baptist in the first round of the NCAA Division II tournament.
2. Clark-Atlanta (26-5): The Lady Panthers hope to give FVSU all it can handle this season. Three of CAU's five losses came to the Lady Wildcats.
3. Kentucky State (18-11): The Thorobrettes hope to improve on last year's 15-7 finish in conference play.
4. Albany State (12-17): The Lady Rams look to shoot for a winning record after finishing 11-11 in the SIAC.
5. Claflin (14-12): The Pantherettes hope to take the next step entering their second season in the SIAC after a 12-10 finish in their inaugural season.
6. Tuskegee (13-17): The Tigerettes were another middle of the pack team in the SIAC, as they finished league play at .500 (11-11)
7. Miles (14-15): The Lady Bears took Clark Atlanta to limit before losing 68-62 in overtime at last season's SIAC tournament.
8. LeMoyne-Owen (12-17): The Lady Magicians will look improve on last season 8-14 conference finish.
9. Benedict (10-17): The Lady Tigers also finished SIAC play at 8-14, losing to Miles in round one of the SIAC tournament.
10. Stillman (9-16): The Lady Tigers look ahead to 2009-2010 after a heartbreaking loss to LeMoyne-Owen in the SIAC tourney ended the 2008-2009 campaign.
11. Paine (6-21): The Lions lost eight of their last nine games to end last season.
12. Lane (3-24): The Lady Dragons go into this season with 24 straight losses. That's after they started last season 3-0.
Predicted order of finish
1. Fort Valley State (26-5 in 2008-09): The Lady Wildcats finished a perfect 22-0 in SIAC play last season, but fell to Ouachita Baptist in the first round of the NCAA Division II tournament.
2. Clark-Atlanta (26-5): The Lady Panthers hope to give FVSU all it can handle this season. Three of CAU's five losses came to the Lady Wildcats.
3. Kentucky State (18-11): The Thorobrettes hope to improve on last year's 15-7 finish in conference play.
4. Albany State (12-17): The Lady Rams look to shoot for a winning record after finishing 11-11 in the SIAC.
5. Claflin (14-12): The Pantherettes hope to take the next step entering their second season in the SIAC after a 12-10 finish in their inaugural season.
6. Tuskegee (13-17): The Tigerettes were another middle of the pack team in the SIAC, as they finished league play at .500 (11-11)
7. Miles (14-15): The Lady Bears took Clark Atlanta to limit before losing 68-62 in overtime at last season's SIAC tournament.
8. LeMoyne-Owen (12-17): The Lady Magicians will look improve on last season 8-14 conference finish.
9. Benedict (10-17): The Lady Tigers also finished SIAC play at 8-14, losing to Miles in round one of the SIAC tournament.
10. Stillman (9-16): The Lady Tigers look ahead to 2009-2010 after a heartbreaking loss to LeMoyne-Owen in the SIAC tourney ended the 2008-2009 campaign.
11. Paine (6-21): The Lions lost eight of their last nine games to end last season.
12. Lane (3-24): The Lady Dragons go into this season with 24 straight losses. That's after they started last season 3-0.
Friday, November 13, 2009
2009-2010 Basketball Preview--Peach Belt Conference Men
Our preseason hoops previews continue with an outlook on the men's teams in the Peach Belt Conference.
The coaches weigh in on who will finish on top in the PBC.
Click here for the preseason notes, courtesy of the PBC.
Now, here's how the race in the "Belt" will turn out, according to D2SS.
East Division
1. Augusta State (30-5 in 2008-09): Garrett Siler may have graduated, but the Jaguars are still the team to beat in the PBC. In fact, guard Ben Madgen returns along with two other starters in hopes of leading ASU to a third straight Elite Eight.
2. USC Aiken (25-8): The Pacers must replace all of their starters from the team that reached the Sweet 16 a year ago.
3. Francis Marion (16-12): The Patriots return four letterwinners from last year's squad.
4. Lander (12-16): The Bearcats look to start over under first-year head coach Jeff Burkhamer.
5. Armstrong Atlantic State (23-7): Jeremy Luther replaces Burkhamer at the Pirates helm, as he must replace all-conference stars Brian Moultrie and Dwight Tolbert from last year's NCAA tournament team.
6. UNC Pembroke (6-21): The Braves face an uphill battle after a 3-17 finish in PBC play last season.
7. Flagler (12-15): Head Coach Bo Clark begins his 24th season as the Saints head coach. But it's the team's inaugural season in the "Belt".
West Division
1. Georgia College & State University (22-7 in 2008-09): The Bobcats hope to reload after their third 20-win campaign in the last four seasons. They return three starters from last season.
2. Clayton State (15-14): The Lakers look to put themselves back into the PBC title conversation after a disappointing 7-13 finish in league play a year ago.
3. North Georgia (16-12): The Saints return only four players from last season.
4. Georgia Southwestern (10-18): The Hurricanes hope to improve upon last season's 6-14 PBC mark.
5. Columbus State (8-19): The Cougars welcome multiple newcomers into the mix, as they look to become a force in the PBC again.
6. Montevallo (15-16): After 14 seasons in the Gulf South Conference, it's a whole new ball game for the Falcons, as they begin their inaugural season in the PBC.
The coaches weigh in on who will finish on top in the PBC.
Click here for the preseason notes, courtesy of the PBC.
Now, here's how the race in the "Belt" will turn out, according to D2SS.
East Division
1. Augusta State (30-5 in 2008-09): Garrett Siler may have graduated, but the Jaguars are still the team to beat in the PBC. In fact, guard Ben Madgen returns along with two other starters in hopes of leading ASU to a third straight Elite Eight.
2. USC Aiken (25-8): The Pacers must replace all of their starters from the team that reached the Sweet 16 a year ago.
3. Francis Marion (16-12): The Patriots return four letterwinners from last year's squad.
4. Lander (12-16): The Bearcats look to start over under first-year head coach Jeff Burkhamer.
5. Armstrong Atlantic State (23-7): Jeremy Luther replaces Burkhamer at the Pirates helm, as he must replace all-conference stars Brian Moultrie and Dwight Tolbert from last year's NCAA tournament team.
6. UNC Pembroke (6-21): The Braves face an uphill battle after a 3-17 finish in PBC play last season.
7. Flagler (12-15): Head Coach Bo Clark begins his 24th season as the Saints head coach. But it's the team's inaugural season in the "Belt".
West Division
1. Georgia College & State University (22-7 in 2008-09): The Bobcats hope to reload after their third 20-win campaign in the last four seasons. They return three starters from last season.
2. Clayton State (15-14): The Lakers look to put themselves back into the PBC title conversation after a disappointing 7-13 finish in league play a year ago.
3. North Georgia (16-12): The Saints return only four players from last season.
4. Georgia Southwestern (10-18): The Hurricanes hope to improve upon last season's 6-14 PBC mark.
5. Columbus State (8-19): The Cougars welcome multiple newcomers into the mix, as they look to become a force in the PBC again.
6. Montevallo (15-16): After 14 seasons in the Gulf South Conference, it's a whole new ball game for the Falcons, as they begin their inaugural season in the PBC.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
2009-2010 Basketball Previews--Peach Belt Conference Women
The latest installlment of the D2SS hoops previews features the women's squads in the Peach Belt Conference.
Here's how the PBC coaches see the outcome of the upcoming season, including preseason notes.
Now, here's how D-II South Sports sees things in the "Belt", broken down into the newly formed East and West Divisions.
East Division
1. Francis Marion (27-5 in 2008-09): All-American Shannon Singleton-Bates is one of four returning starters for the Patriots, who reached the Sweet 16 of last season's NCAA Division II tournament. FMU hopes to capture a third straight PBC regular season title.
2. Lander (20-11): The two-time defending PBC tournament champs hope to have a "three-peat" of their own come March, as 11 players--including juniors Shannon McKever and Tasheba Butler--return for yet another defense of their postseason.
3. USC Aiken (22-12): The Lady Pacers are shooting for a fourth straight 20-win season.
4. Armstrong Atlantic State (17-11): All-PBC standout Lacey Willis has graduated, but the Lady Pirates still have six returnees to help them remain a serious contender for the PBC title again this season.
5. UNC Pembroke (12-16): The Lady Braves return 13 players from last season, but face an uphill battle in trying to move up in the standings.
6. Augusta State (5-21): The Lady Jaguars hope to improve on last season's 3-17 mark in PBC play under second year head coach Tes Sobomehin.
7. Flagler (5-24): The Lady Saints enter their inaugural season in the PBC under a new head coach: Erika Lang-Montgomery.
West Division
1. Clayton State (26-7 in 2008-09): The Lakers hope to advance to their third NCAA Division II Women's Elite Eight in four seasons under the leadership of senior guard Lesheria Stevens.
2. Georgia College & State (17-11): Shandrea Moore hopes her final season in a Lady Bobcats uniform will lead to an appearance in the NCAA tournament.
3. Columbus State (18-14): The Lady Cougars have a new head coach in Jonathan Norton, who was an assistant under former head coach Jay Sparks.
4. Georgia Southwestern (8-19): With four starters coming back under third-year head coach Kelly Britsky, this could be the season the Lady Hurricanes could at least advance to the PBC tournament.
5. North Georgia (9-20): With only two returning starters--and the loss of All-American Syretha Marble--the Lady Saints could struggle just to get to the conference tournament, never mind the double-digit win mark.
6. Montevallo (8-20): After 14 seasons in the Gulf South Conference, the Lady Falcons face a new challenge in their first season as a member of the Peach Belt Conference.
Here's how the PBC coaches see the outcome of the upcoming season, including preseason notes.
Now, here's how D-II South Sports sees things in the "Belt", broken down into the newly formed East and West Divisions.
East Division
1. Francis Marion (27-5 in 2008-09): All-American Shannon Singleton-Bates is one of four returning starters for the Patriots, who reached the Sweet 16 of last season's NCAA Division II tournament. FMU hopes to capture a third straight PBC regular season title.
2. Lander (20-11): The two-time defending PBC tournament champs hope to have a "three-peat" of their own come March, as 11 players--including juniors Shannon McKever and Tasheba Butler--return for yet another defense of their postseason.
3. USC Aiken (22-12): The Lady Pacers are shooting for a fourth straight 20-win season.
4. Armstrong Atlantic State (17-11): All-PBC standout Lacey Willis has graduated, but the Lady Pirates still have six returnees to help them remain a serious contender for the PBC title again this season.
5. UNC Pembroke (12-16): The Lady Braves return 13 players from last season, but face an uphill battle in trying to move up in the standings.
6. Augusta State (5-21): The Lady Jaguars hope to improve on last season's 3-17 mark in PBC play under second year head coach Tes Sobomehin.
7. Flagler (5-24): The Lady Saints enter their inaugural season in the PBC under a new head coach: Erika Lang-Montgomery.
West Division
1. Clayton State (26-7 in 2008-09): The Lakers hope to advance to their third NCAA Division II Women's Elite Eight in four seasons under the leadership of senior guard Lesheria Stevens.
2. Georgia College & State (17-11): Shandrea Moore hopes her final season in a Lady Bobcats uniform will lead to an appearance in the NCAA tournament.
3. Columbus State (18-14): The Lady Cougars have a new head coach in Jonathan Norton, who was an assistant under former head coach Jay Sparks.
4. Georgia Southwestern (8-19): With four starters coming back under third-year head coach Kelly Britsky, this could be the season the Lady Hurricanes could at least advance to the PBC tournament.
5. North Georgia (9-20): With only two returning starters--and the loss of All-American Syretha Marble--the Lady Saints could struggle just to get to the conference tournament, never mind the double-digit win mark.
6. Montevallo (8-20): After 14 seasons in the Gulf South Conference, the Lady Falcons face a new challenge in their first season as a member of the Peach Belt Conference.
2009-2010 Basketball Preview--Gulf South Conference Men
The preseason hoops previews roll on with a look on the men's teams in the Gulf South Conference.
First, the coaches weigh in on how their teams will do this season.
Now, here are D-II South Sports' thoughts on GSC men's basketball in 2009-2010.
East Division
Valdosta State (24-7 in 2008-09): The defending East Division champs have their sights set on winning the outright title after losing to Arkansas Tech in last season's GSC tournament title game. The return of seniors Tyrone Curnell (forward) and Ricardo Lewis (guard)--as well as the addition of JUCO transfers Billy McShepherd (forward) and Josh Williams (center)--could be the keys to whether or not the Blazers will finally hoist that elusive championship trophy come March.
North Alabama (18-10): The Lions hope to make a return trip to the NCAA Division II tournament after not making the field last season. Early season tests against GSC West powers Christian Brothers could set the tone for this season.
West Alabama (13-15): The Tigers look to take another leap forward after reaching the Gulf South Conference tournament in 2008-09.
Alabama-Huntsville (17-11): The Chargers look to rebound after a first round GSC tourney loss to Delta State.
West Florida (13-12): New head coach Bob Stinnett hopes the lead the Argonauts to their first conference tournament since 2004.
West Georgia (7-20): After a last place finish a year ago, the Wolves hope to move up in the GSC standings this year.
West Division
1. Arkansas Tech (23-9): After winning their first-ever Gulf South Conference tournament title last season, the Wonder Boys look to doing even more this season. Senior guard Brandon Fiedel looks to lead the way for ATU.
2. Delta State (21-9): Chad Akins and Joe McCray return for their respective seniors in the backcourt, as the Statesmen hope to finish on top in the GSC West.
3. Arkansas-Monticello (21-8): The Boll Weevils hope to put themselves in the NCAA tournament conversation after being snubbed last season.
4. Harding (18-12): The Bisons will aim for a 20-win season after making the GSC tournament field last season.
5. Christian Brothers (25-7): With just two seniors and three juniors on their roster, the Buccaneers face a tough task in making a return trip to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.
6. Southern Arkansas (12-14): The Muleriders fell just short of reaching the conference tournament.
7. Ouachita Baptist (13-14): The Tigers lost four straight games to close out the 2008-09 campaign.
8. Henderson State (5-21): The Reddies are looking to be rebound after a last place finish.
First, the coaches weigh in on how their teams will do this season.
Now, here are D-II South Sports' thoughts on GSC men's basketball in 2009-2010.
East Division
Valdosta State (24-7 in 2008-09): The defending East Division champs have their sights set on winning the outright title after losing to Arkansas Tech in last season's GSC tournament title game. The return of seniors Tyrone Curnell (forward) and Ricardo Lewis (guard)--as well as the addition of JUCO transfers Billy McShepherd (forward) and Josh Williams (center)--could be the keys to whether or not the Blazers will finally hoist that elusive championship trophy come March.
North Alabama (18-10): The Lions hope to make a return trip to the NCAA Division II tournament after not making the field last season. Early season tests against GSC West powers Christian Brothers could set the tone for this season.
West Alabama (13-15): The Tigers look to take another leap forward after reaching the Gulf South Conference tournament in 2008-09.
Alabama-Huntsville (17-11): The Chargers look to rebound after a first round GSC tourney loss to Delta State.
West Florida (13-12): New head coach Bob Stinnett hopes the lead the Argonauts to their first conference tournament since 2004.
West Georgia (7-20): After a last place finish a year ago, the Wolves hope to move up in the GSC standings this year.
West Division
1. Arkansas Tech (23-9): After winning their first-ever Gulf South Conference tournament title last season, the Wonder Boys look to doing even more this season. Senior guard Brandon Fiedel looks to lead the way for ATU.
2. Delta State (21-9): Chad Akins and Joe McCray return for their respective seniors in the backcourt, as the Statesmen hope to finish on top in the GSC West.
3. Arkansas-Monticello (21-8): The Boll Weevils hope to put themselves in the NCAA tournament conversation after being snubbed last season.
4. Harding (18-12): The Bisons will aim for a 20-win season after making the GSC tournament field last season.
5. Christian Brothers (25-7): With just two seniors and three juniors on their roster, the Buccaneers face a tough task in making a return trip to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.
6. Southern Arkansas (12-14): The Muleriders fell just short of reaching the conference tournament.
7. Ouachita Baptist (13-14): The Tigers lost four straight games to close out the 2008-09 campaign.
8. Henderson State (5-21): The Reddies are looking to be rebound after a last place finish.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Soccer Championships Review...
One school sweeps the GSC championships, while another title match comes down to penalty kicks. Click one of the links below to find out what happened.
Gulf South Conference Women
Gulf South Conference Men
Peach Belt Conference Women
Peach Belt Conference Men
Gulf South Conference Women
Gulf South Conference Men
Peach Belt Conference Women
Peach Belt Conference Men
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Fall Sports Update--Shocker at Peach Belt Soccer Tournament
The Peach Belt Conference soccer champions will be decided at Evans, Ga. later today (Sunday), but one of those team is making an unlikely run at the women's title. Click here to find out who that team is.
Saturday, November 07, 2009
2009-2010 Basketball Preview--Gulf South Conference Women
Editor's Note: This is the first of multiple preseason basketball previews at D-II South Sports. First up are the women's teams in the Gulf South Conference.
Here's how the coaches see things turning out in the GSC...
Now...here's how D-II South Sports sees it...
East Division
1. Valdosta State (21-9 in 2008-09): After reaching the NCAA tournament last season, the Lady Blazers hope to take step, and make a deeper postseason run this season. Leschelle Matthews is expected to lead way in the backcourt for VSU.
2. West Georgia (22-7): The Wolves will look to provide the Lady Blazers with a stiff challenge, as they defend their GSC East title.
3. West Alabama (11-17): Can the Lady Tigers rebound from a below-average season?
4. North Alabama (15-13): Sophomore forward Dana Jackson and senior guard Jameica York are among the returning players for the Lady Lions.
5. West Florida (8-19): The Lady Argonauts will try a snap a six-game skid dating back to late last season.
6. Alabama-Huntsville (7-20): Juniors Marissa Carter (guard) and Jasmine Young (forward) must step up for the Lady Chargers to be a serious contender for a berth in the GSC tournament.
West Division
1. Delta State (30-7 in 2008-09): After reaching the NCAA Division II Final Four last season, the Lady Statesmen look to take the next step, and win it all this season. Junior guard Sarita Cooper and sophomore forward Veronica Walker could be the key to the DSU women's national championship hopes.
2. Ouachita Baptist (23-9): The Lady Tigers hope to build on last season's NCAA tournament appearance. They gave the Lady Statesmen all they could handle before losing in last season's South Regional final.
3. Arkansas-Monticello (21-9): The Cotton Blossoms hope to put themselves back in the postseason conversation after advancing to the second round of the NCAA tournament a season ago, losing to DSU.
4. Harding (20-10): The Lady Bisons barely reached the GSC tournament despite finishing 5-9 in West Division play. It'll be interesting to see if they can finish with a .500 or better record in conference games this season.
5. Arkansas Tech (19-9): The Golden Suns also hope to shine at or near the top of the GSC West this season.
6. Christian Brothers (11-16): A season-ending three-game winning streak provides some hope for the Lady Buccaneers in 2009-10.
7. Henderson State (10-16): The Lady Reddies ended their season with four straight losses.
8. Southern Arkansas (8-19): But the Riderettes hope to snap an eight-game skide to begin this season.
Here's how the coaches see things turning out in the GSC...
Now...here's how D-II South Sports sees it...
East Division
1. Valdosta State (21-9 in 2008-09): After reaching the NCAA tournament last season, the Lady Blazers hope to take step, and make a deeper postseason run this season. Leschelle Matthews is expected to lead way in the backcourt for VSU.
2. West Georgia (22-7): The Wolves will look to provide the Lady Blazers with a stiff challenge, as they defend their GSC East title.
3. West Alabama (11-17): Can the Lady Tigers rebound from a below-average season?
4. North Alabama (15-13): Sophomore forward Dana Jackson and senior guard Jameica York are among the returning players for the Lady Lions.
5. West Florida (8-19): The Lady Argonauts will try a snap a six-game skid dating back to late last season.
6. Alabama-Huntsville (7-20): Juniors Marissa Carter (guard) and Jasmine Young (forward) must step up for the Lady Chargers to be a serious contender for a berth in the GSC tournament.
West Division
1. Delta State (30-7 in 2008-09): After reaching the NCAA Division II Final Four last season, the Lady Statesmen look to take the next step, and win it all this season. Junior guard Sarita Cooper and sophomore forward Veronica Walker could be the key to the DSU women's national championship hopes.
2. Ouachita Baptist (23-9): The Lady Tigers hope to build on last season's NCAA tournament appearance. They gave the Lady Statesmen all they could handle before losing in last season's South Regional final.
3. Arkansas-Monticello (21-9): The Cotton Blossoms hope to put themselves back in the postseason conversation after advancing to the second round of the NCAA tournament a season ago, losing to DSU.
4. Harding (20-10): The Lady Bisons barely reached the GSC tournament despite finishing 5-9 in West Division play. It'll be interesting to see if they can finish with a .500 or better record in conference games this season.
5. Arkansas Tech (19-9): The Golden Suns also hope to shine at or near the top of the GSC West this season.
6. Christian Brothers (11-16): A season-ending three-game winning streak provides some hope for the Lady Buccaneers in 2009-10.
7. Henderson State (10-16): The Lady Reddies ended their season with four straight losses.
8. Southern Arkansas (8-19): But the Riderettes hope to snap an eight-game skide to begin this season.
Monday, November 02, 2009
Fall Sports Update--Peach Belt Conference
Editor's Note: Our fall sports postseason outlook continues at D-II South Sports. This installment features the sports in the Peach Belt Conference.
Men's Soccer: The men's soccer tournament gets underway Tuesday, with four first round match-ups at the venues of the higher-seeded teams. Flagler enters the conference tourney as the No. 1 seed in its inaugural PBC season. The final two rounds will be played this weekend in Evans, Ga., which is located just west of Augusta.
Volleyball: With one full week left in the regular season, Wednesday's matchup between Armstrong Atlantic State and Flagler in St. Augustine, Fla. could decide who the top seed is going into the conference tournament at USC Aiken, starting on Nov. 13.
Women's Soccer: Columbus State comes into this bracket as the top seed for the fifth straight year, as the Lady Cougars have won their fifth straight regular season title. However, a win over No. 8 seed Montevallo--who, along with Flagler--is finishing its inaugural season in the PBC, could set up a semi-final re-match against No. 5 seed North Georgia, who faces No. 4 seed Georgia College & State University on the road in the first round Tuesday. The Lady Saints handed the Lady Cougars their lone loss so far this season.
Men's Soccer: The men's soccer tournament gets underway Tuesday, with four first round match-ups at the venues of the higher-seeded teams. Flagler enters the conference tourney as the No. 1 seed in its inaugural PBC season. The final two rounds will be played this weekend in Evans, Ga., which is located just west of Augusta.
Volleyball: With one full week left in the regular season, Wednesday's matchup between Armstrong Atlantic State and Flagler in St. Augustine, Fla. could decide who the top seed is going into the conference tournament at USC Aiken, starting on Nov. 13.
Women's Soccer: Columbus State comes into this bracket as the top seed for the fifth straight year, as the Lady Cougars have won their fifth straight regular season title. However, a win over No. 8 seed Montevallo--who, along with Flagler--is finishing its inaugural season in the PBC, could set up a semi-final re-match against No. 5 seed North Georgia, who faces No. 4 seed Georgia College & State University on the road in the first round Tuesday. The Lady Saints handed the Lady Cougars their lone loss so far this season.
Sunday, November 01, 2009
Fall Sports Update--Gulf South Conference
As the regular season winds down, and the conference tournaments start up, here's a quick look at how the fall sports shape up in the Gulf South Conference.
Men's Soccer: The pairings for the GSC tournament are set. West Florida (9-6-2, 4-0-1) will be the No. 1 seed, followed by Alabama-Huntsville, Christian Brothers, and Ouachita Baptist.
Volleyball: The eight teams that qualified in this bracket have been determined as well. West Florida, West Alabama, North Alabama, and Valdosta State will advance from the East Division, while Harding, Arkansas Tech, Henderson State, and Arkansas-Monticello are the qualifiers in the West. A final week of regular season matches, though, will decide the final seedings.
Women's Soccer: The bracket for this tournament is now set, with undefeated, untied, and top-ranked West Florida (17-0, 7-0 GSC) getting the top seed, followed by North Alabama (17-2-1, 6-1), Alabama-Huntsville, and Christian Brothers.
Men's Soccer: The pairings for the GSC tournament are set. West Florida (9-6-2, 4-0-1) will be the No. 1 seed, followed by Alabama-Huntsville, Christian Brothers, and Ouachita Baptist.
Volleyball: The eight teams that qualified in this bracket have been determined as well. West Florida, West Alabama, North Alabama, and Valdosta State will advance from the East Division, while Harding, Arkansas Tech, Henderson State, and Arkansas-Monticello are the qualifiers in the West. A final week of regular season matches, though, will decide the final seedings.
Women's Soccer: The bracket for this tournament is now set, with undefeated, untied, and top-ranked West Florida (17-0, 7-0 GSC) getting the top seed, followed by North Alabama (17-2-1, 6-1), Alabama-Huntsville, and Christian Brothers.
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