Tag: Western Washington Vikings

Saints stun Vikings early on, but #2 Western rallies late to win

Saints stun Vikings early on, but #2 Western rallies late to win

LACEY, WA – (WWUVikings.com) The No. 2 Western Washington University Women’s Soccer team overcame a 2-0 halftime deficit to pull off a 3-2 comeback victory over Saint Martin’s Tuesday afternoon in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference contest. Read the Saint Martin's match report here. Freshman forward Gabriela Pelogi (Federal Way, WA) scored a pair of second-half … Continue reading Saints stun Vikings early on, but #2 Western rallies late to win

WWU upsets No.12 Northwest Nazarene in overtime

WWU upsets No.12 Northwest Nazarene in overtime

BELLINGHAM, WA --- Midfielder Kurtis Pederson (Puyallup/Bellarmine Prep) scored on a header in the eighth minute of overtime, lifting Western Washington University to a 2-1 victory over conference-leading Northwest Nazarene University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference men’s soccer contest Saturday at Harrington Field. The Vikings improved to 4-4-3 overall and 2-3-2 in the GNAC, … Continue reading WWU upsets No.12 Northwest Nazarene in overtime

Big crowd boosts #5 Western Women to win over Saint Martin’s

Big crowd boosts #5 Western Women to win over Saint Martin’s

BELLINGHAM, WA --- (school release) Western Washington University scored three times in less than 10 minutes midway through the second half in blanking Saint Martin’s University, 3-0, in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference women’s soccer contest on Thursday, Sept. 24, at Harrington Field on the WWU campus. The Vikings, ranked No.5 in this week’s National Soccer … Continue reading Big crowd boosts #5 Western Women to win over Saint Martin’s

Western Washington Women knock off 6th-ranked St. Edwards

Western Washington Women knock off 6th-ranked St. Edwards

AUSTIN, TX --- (school release) Western Washington University made two first-half goals stand up as it defeated St. Edward’s University, 2-1, in a non-conference women’s soccer contest between two nationally ranked teams on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Lewis-Chen Family Field on the St. Edward’s campus. The Vikings, ranked No.12 in this week’s National Soccer Coaches Association of … Continue reading Western Washington Women knock off 6th-ranked St. Edwards

WWU Women host nine regular-season games, two exhibitions this fall

WWU Women host nine regular-season games, two exhibitions this fall

BELLINGHAM, Wash. --- (school release) Looking for another run deep into the NCAA Division II national playoffs, the Western Washington University women’s soccer team will be making two exhibition appearances and playing nine regular-season games at Robert S. Harrington Field during 2015 season. Making that announcement was WWU head coach Travis Connell. Connell, who is beginning … Continue reading WWU Women host nine regular-season games, two exhibitions this fall

Two WWU Vikings sign with USL Tulsa Rougnecks

Two WWU Vikings sign with USL Tulsa Rougnecks

BELLINGHAM, Wash. --- (WWUVikings.com) Two former Western Washington University men’s soccer players, Gibson Bardsley and Oscar Jimenez, have signed contracts to play for the Tulsa Roughnecks in the team’s inaugural season in the United Soccer League. Last fall, Bardsley played for Kiruna FF in Sweden’s Division 3. He scored eight goals and had four assists. Bardsley … Continue reading Two WWU Vikings sign with USL Tulsa Rougnecks

Western announces incoming men’s soccer talent

Western announces incoming men’s soccer talent

BELLINGHAM, Wash. --- (WWVikings.com) Four high school seniors and three junior college sophomores have signed national letters of intent to play men’s soccer at Western Washington University beginning this fall. Making that announcement was Vikings’ head coach Greg Brisbon. Joining that group are three high school seniors who have accepted offers of admission from WWU. The … Continue reading Western announces incoming men’s soccer talent

Western Vikes women bolster with seven new recruits

Western Vikes women bolster with seven new recruits

BELLINGHAM, Wash. - Seven high school seniors, all with outstanding credentials, have signed national letters of intent to play women's soccer at Western Washington University beginning this fall. Making that announcement on Friday, Feb. 6, was Vikings' head coach Travis Connell. Joining that group is another high school senior who has accepted an offer of … Continue reading Western Vikes women bolster with seven new recruits

SPU wins GNAC Title over Western Washington in a penalty shootout

SPU wins GNAC Title over Western Washington in a penalty shootout

TUKWILA, WA - (GNACsports.com) For the second year in a row, it took a shootout to decide the winner of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference Women's Soccer tournament. Same result, but perhaps a little more drama this time. Third-seed Seattle Pacific claimed the title for the second year in a row winning the shootout 5-4 … Continue reading SPU wins GNAC Title over Western Washington in a penalty shootout

Aylward’s goal, assist launch Vikings into GNAC Final

Aylward’s goal, assist launch Vikings into GNAC Final

TUKWILA, WA. - (www.WWUVikings.com) Forward Elise Aylward (So., Renton/Lindbergh) had a goal and assist, lifting Western Washington University to a 2-1 triumph Central Washington University on Thursday, Nov. 6, in a semifinal of the 3rd Annual Great Northwest Athletic Conference Women's Soccer Tournament at the Starfire Sports Complex. The Vikings, No.12 in the latest National Soccer … Continue reading Aylward’s goal, assist launch Vikings into GNAC Final

SPU Falcon Men fly past Western Washington at Interbay

SPU Falcon Men fly past Western Washington at Interbay

SEATTLE, WA – (SPU school release) Bryson Pavel assisted on the game-winning goal in the first half Thursday and scored one of his own in the second on a brilliant strike that secured seventh-ranked Seattle Pacific's 3-1 victory over Western Washington in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference men's soccer game at Interbay Stadium. The first-place Falcons … Continue reading SPU Falcon Men fly past Western Washington at Interbay

NSCAA releases pre-season national college rankings (video)

NSCAA releases pre-season national college rankings (video)

The National Soccer Coaches Association of America has released its pre-season college soccer rankings for men and women in divisions I, II and III. The Washington Husky Men are ranked 6th (I). The Western Washington Vikings Women are ranked 3rd (II). The Seattle Pacific Falcons Women are ranked 25th (II). The Puget Sound Loggers Women … Continue reading NSCAA releases pre-season national college rankings (video)

Viking soccer returns to campus for first time since 2000

Viking soccer returns to campus for first time since 2000

BELLINGHAM, WA - (school release) Playing its home games on campus for the first time since 2000, the Western Washington University men's and women's soccer teams are slated for 21 appearances -- 10 by the women and 11 by the men -- this fall at the newly completed Robert S. Harrington Field. The men are … Continue reading Viking soccer returns to campus for first time since 2000

Picture Perfect: Building an on-campus soccer venue at Western

Picture Perfect: Building an on-campus soccer venue at Western

BELLINGHAM, WA - Turf is currently being put on the new multipurpose field being constructed at Western Washington University. Final completion of the field and amenities is scheduled for this summer. A $1 million gift from WWU alumnus Scott Harrington and his family helped begin the process of building the facility. The WWU Board of Trustees … Continue reading Picture Perfect: Building an on-campus soccer venue at Western

Picture Perfect: UW Women v. Western Vikings by Wilson Tsoi

Picture Perfect: UW Women v. Western Vikings by Wilson Tsoi

SEATTLE, WA --- Two rainbows. Two goals. That was the story from the UW campus on Thursday night as the Huskies topped the Western Washington Vikings 2-0 in a spring match at Husky Soccer Field. Wilson Tsoi caught the action---along with a great shot of a UW corner flag with a double rainbow off in … Continue reading Picture Perfect: UW Women v. Western Vikings by Wilson Tsoi

Western Viking Men add three in-state talents

Western Viking Men add three in-state talents

BELLINGHAM, WA - (WWUVikings.com) Three talented high schools seniors have made decisions to play men's soccer at Western Washington University this fall. They include two National Letter of Intent signees, and one who accepted an admission offer. Making that announcement Tuesday was Viking head coach Greg Brisbon. The NLI signees are midfielder Luke Olney from Enumclaw … Continue reading Western Viking Men add three in-state talents

Vikings Men bolster roster with five new talents

Vikings Men bolster roster with five new talents

BELINGHAM, Wash. - Five talented newcomers will be on the Western Washington University men's soccer team this fall. They include two National Letter of Intent signees, another who has accepted an admission offer and two who transferred in winter quarter. Making that announcement Friday was Viking head coach Greg Brisbon. The NLI signees were two high … Continue reading Vikings Men bolster roster with five new talents

WWU Vikings Women look to continue success with new class of players

WWU Vikings Women look to continue success with new class of players

BELLINGHAM, WA - (WWUVikings.com) The Western Washington University women's soccer team expects to continue the level of success it achieved last season when it reached the national semifinals as head coach Travis Connell announced the signing of three high school standouts to national letters of intent as well as having two more talented prep seniors accept … Continue reading WWU Vikings Women look to continue success with new class of players

Readers pick “Moment of the Year,” it’s Peninsula Pirates double-repeat

Readers pick “Moment of the Year,” it’s Peninsula Pirates double-repeat

goalWA.net readers have spoken, and after  1,354 votes we have arrived at our top 5 "Soccer Moments in Washington for 2013."  See the final poll results here. Click on the story to read our coverage of the event. 1. Peninsula Pirates Men and Women win back-to-back NWAACC Championships 2. Eastside FC 98 Red wins US Youth … Continue reading Readers pick “Moment of the Year,” it’s Peninsula Pirates double-repeat

Western Washington Vikings edged in overtime at Final Four

Western Washington Vikings edged in overtime at Final Four

EVANS, GA - (WWUVikings.com) Despite forcing extra time with a goal in the final minute of regulation, a glorious season came to an end for Western Washington University, as the Vikings fell in overtime, 2-1, to defending national champion University of West Florida in a national semifinal game Thursday at the NCAA Division II Women's … Continue reading Western Washington Vikings edged in overtime at Final Four

Vikings arrive in Georgia ahead of Thursday Final Four debut

Vikings arrive in Georgia ahead of Thursday Final Four debut

BELLINGHAM, WA. - (WWUVikings.com) Continuing the longest post-season run in program history, Western Washington University is headed to the Final Four where it will meet defending national champion University of West Florida (Pensacola) in a semifinal game of the 2013 NCAA Division II National Women's Soccer Championships on Thursday, Dec. 5 (11 a.m. PT), at Blanchard … Continue reading Vikings arrive in Georgia ahead of Thursday Final Four debut

Vikings roll on to Final Four

Vikings roll on to Final Four

BELLINGHAM, WA - (WWUVikings.com) Forward Catherine Miles (So., Anacortes) scored in the sixth minute, propelling host Western Washington University to a 2-0 triumph over St. Edward's University in a quarterfinal round game between two top 10 nationally ranked teams of the NCAA Division II Women's Soccer Championship on Sunday, Nov. 24, at Orca Field on … Continue reading Vikings roll on to Final Four

Vikings advance, will host quarterfinal on Sunday in Bellingham

Vikings advance, will host quarterfinal on Sunday in Bellingham

BELLINGHAM, WA - Anna Geldenhuys (Sr., Bellevue/Sammamish) scored the lone goal early in the second half as host Western Washington University won its first West Regional women's soccer title with a 1-0 victory over Cal State San Bernardino in the NCAA Division II National Tournament on Fri., Nov. 22, at Orca Field on the campus … Continue reading Vikings advance, will host quarterfinal on Sunday in Bellingham

Vikings host West Regional finals starting tonight

Vikings host West Regional finals starting tonight

BELLINGHAM, WA - (WWUVikings.com) Hoping that the third time is a charm, Western Washington University hosts Cal State San Bernardino in the West Regional final of the 2013 NCAA Division II National Women's Soccer Championships on Friday, Nov. 22 (7:30 p.m.), at Orca Field on the Whatcom CC campus. The Vikings, ranked No.9 nationally in … Continue reading Vikings host West Regional finals starting tonight

Western tops Seattle Pacific in NCAA 2 playoffs

Western tops Seattle Pacific in NCAA 2 playoffs

BELLINGHAM, WA --- (WWUVikings.com) Stephanie Hamilton (So., Orting/Bellarmine Prep) has just five goals in her two-year Western Washington University women's soccer career. But two of them have been game-winners in the NCAA Division II National Tournament. Hamilton's first-half goal put the Vikings in front to stay as WWU advanced to the West Regional championship contest with … Continue reading Western tops Seattle Pacific in NCAA 2 playoffs