As the autumn quarter neared its end at the University of Chicago, Lyndon Hu (Maynard, Mass.) planned to return home for the first time since preseason began in August. The four months away from home were certainly worth it. Hu is now a national champion, helping the undefeated Maroons (22-0-1) win … [Read more...]
D1 Women: Who were New England’s top transfers in 2022?
The transfer portal continues to prove fruitful across college athletics, a truism that left its mark on the Division 1 women’s soccer season in New England. Transfers are, in theory, already battle-tested in what the level, pace and physicality requires. They’re just looking for a fresh start or … [Read more...]
Williams vs. Chicago: Another NESCAC powerhouse to play for national title
Williams had plenty of reason to celebrate Thursday evening, defeating Mary Washington, 1-0, in the NCAA Tournament semifinals, thanks to an 81st-minute header from senior defender Nick Boardman (Greenwich, Conn.). Now, the NESCAC standout’s second goal of the year has the Ephs (10W-1L-11D) set to … [Read more...]
History awaits: Vermont chases Elite Eight upset at Syracuse
In Division 1 men’s soccer, when is the last time a New England-based program made Final Four weekend? The answer to that trivia question is 2014, when Providence College was a double-overtime battle vs. UCLA away from fighting for a national championship. Star forward Mac Steeves (Needham, Mass.) … [Read more...]
D1 Women: Who were New England’s top first-years in 2022?
Let’s celebrate first-year players who wasted no time in making a major impact at the next level. To accomplish that, we’ve arranged the group Best XI style in a somewhat unorthodox 4-2-4 formation. That’s done to get, in our opinion, the most deserving standouts some shine -- plus recognize some … [Read more...]
Power Rankings: Who were New England’s top D1 women’s teams?
The Ivy League is on the rise in Division 1 women’s soccer, and the 2022 season was a perfect example of that. Brown and Harvard both punched tickets to the NCAA Tournament, while Yale had a really strong season as well. Dartmouth is hitting the reset button, too, after moving on from head coach Ron … [Read more...]
