Softball drops both games of Bowdoin doubleheader

The first game against Bowdoin began as a pitchers’ duel, as Amherst hurler Miya Warner ’05 and Bowdoin’s Erin Hanley each recorded three of their four strikeouts in the first two innings. The Jeffs faltered in the third, however, as Warner allowed a run on a leadoff walk and two consecutive singles. With one out and runners on first and second, Bowdoin attempted a double steal, causing an error and allowed a second run to score. A fly ball to right field secured the second out, but the errant t

Softball improves to 9-8; sweeps Wesleyan

This past weekend Amherst traveled to Connecticut hoping to improve its NESCAC record in a doubleheader against Wesleyan University. The rain did not deter the focus of either squad during the first game, as both teams played nearly flawless softball, each posting only one error. Wesleyan struck first, scoring a run on a triple and an RBI single. Amherst responded in the fourth when a sacrifice bunt from Caroline Polales ’07 advanced Gina Scribner ’04, who then scored on an error by the catcher.

Softball shows promise over break

Behind the pitching of Miya Warner ’06, Amherst started the season right on March 14 with a 2-0 win over Framingham State College. Warner struck out 10 and allowed two hits in her complete-game victory. Classmate Rachel Hoerger led the offense with a single, a double and an RBI. Amherst squared off against St. Lawrence University later that day. Despite a home run from sophomore Laura Trigeiro, a defensive lapse in the fourth inning allowed the Saints nine runs and ultimately the 9-1 win. Not

Volleyball: Purple Cows take a bite out of Firedogs' season

Midway through Friday’s match it seemed as if history would repeat itself. After losing the first two games 25-30 and 21-30, the ‘Dogs found their backs against the ropes. Down 10-20 in the third game, recovery appeared impossible. “After the second game I thought we were blocking well and hitting okay, but we needed some digs in the back row,” said head coach Sue Everden. Enter Laura Golden, a first-year from Boca Raton, Fla. “Though Laura had practiced well all year, she hadn’t played a lot,

Firedogs win three, lose one at Wesleyan Invite

Fluid transition coupled with a fierce offensive attack combined to give the Firedogs the edge through most of the weekend. Their only loss came in the first match on Friday at the hands of a relentless Springfield College squad. Amherst jumped out to a powerful start, taking the first two games 31-29 and 30-28. However, the ‘Dogs were unable to generate enough momentum to keep the outcome in their favor, and dropped the next three games, 20-30, 18-30 and 12-15. Despite the outcome, Amherst pla

'Dogs burn up Amherst Classic

Several key elements came together to propel Amherst to an unblemished record. Aggressive hitting, relentless defense, an invigorated mindset and general cohesion all combined to give Amherst a commanding lead throughout the tournament. “We all played extremely well together this weekend,” said setter Annie Hoeksma ’05. “It all came together and everyone was playing where they were supposed to and giving everything they had.” Coming off of a disappointing loss to rival Williams College the pre

Firedogs dig deep before getting spiked

The week began on Wednesday with a convincing 3-0 win over Keene State College. The Firedogs came out strong and never relented, posting game scores of 30-13, 30-11 and 30-15. All 14 members of the team contributed to the win, eight with kills and 11 through defensive digs. Leading the ‘Dogs offensively were Kristin Quinn ’07 with 10 kills and co-captain middle hitter Lauren Wong ’04 with eight. Defensively, the team relied on Kate Raddock ’06 at the libero position, who finished the match with

Volleyball takes charge at WNEC Invitational

Tuesday’s shut-out match against Mount Holyoke was an easy 3-0 victory for the Firedogs, with game scores of 30-10, 30-14 and 30-24. Senior co-captain Lauren Wong led the offense with nine kills while first-year Megan Ingraham added eight. A talented Smith team played a strong match before finally succumbing after four games (30-25, 24-30, 30-18, 30-24). Critical to Thursday’s victory was an intensity that had been lacking in past matches. “We played aggressively and were very consistent in bot

Firedogs expect to improve on first loss

Despite solid play on Sunday, the Firedogs were unable to overcome the scrappy playing style of their opponent and ceded the match after five games. The Firedogs came out strong, winning the first game (30-21) and the second (30-28), but proceeded to lose their mental edge, dropping the third and fourth games by the slimmest of margins (28-30), (30-32). The team rallied in the final game but was ultimately unable to generate enough momentum to put it away and lost the fifth (13-15). Hitter Nik