Hawks News & Events

Asaciovas, Double-Double in 76-48 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-13T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 13, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian (2-2, 0-0 GSAC) College Hawks rounded out a successful home Classic on Saturday afternoon with a game against Southwestern College (AZ) (0-2), winning 76-48. Senior Viktor Asaciovas (pictured left) highlighted the game for SDC with a double-double, going 3-6 from the field for 11 points and pulling down 10 rebounds.

Senior Jason Starr had 14 points and three rebounds and junior Keenan Patterson was 3-5 from downtown for 12 points, tacking on 3 assists and 1 steal. Junior Xavier Mylleville shot 4-6 from the field, 2-2 from the line and 7 rebounds. Junior Aaron Felix had the team high 6 assists, also scoring 6 points, going 2-2 from the line.

The first half was slow all around, litered with fouls, 19 total and turnovers, 18 totaled between both teams. With 6:43 to go, Patterson sunk a three, putting the Hawks up, 19-18. Patterson had 11 points for the Hawks in the first, helping them carry a 29-21 lead into the half.

SDC came out of the locker room rejuvinated, blanking the Eagles 9-0 to take a 17 point lead.
Asaciovas dominated the boards for the Hawks tallying 8 of his ten rebounds and all 11 points in the second half.

SDC boosted their shooting percentage in the second half by over ten percent, 34.6% to 48.3%. They also hit 13-19 from the line in the second, improving from the 5-11 from the first half.

Southwestern's A.J. Koch was 5-9 from behind the arch and 5-6 from the line for 20 points, almost half of the Eagles scoring for the night. By games end, SWC had shot 32.0% from the field.

San Diego Christian travels to Montana next weekend for two games in the Carroll College Tournament. Their first game lands on Friday, November 19, starting at 6:00pm Pacific Standard Time against host team Carroll College.

Hawks Drop Home Opener to HNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-11T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Nov. 11, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (1-2, 0-0 GSAC) men's basketball hosted the Holy Names University (1-3, 0-0 CALPAC) Hawks in their first home game and opening game of the 2010 Hawks Classic on Thursday. SDC, who tallied their first win last Saturday against Rocky Mountain College, fell 77-69 the final minutes.

Junior Aaron Felix was 6-19 from the field, finishing with 21 points to lead SDC. He also had 2 assists, making 6 of 9 free throws. Junior Keenan Patterson led the Hawks in the first half with 7 points, collecting 6 assists and 2 steals by games end. Junior Benji Arvizu pulled down 6 boards for SDC as a part of the Hawks 32 total rebounds.

Five minutes in, the lead had changed three times, with San Diego Christian establishing a five point lead starting with a Patterson three-pointer. HNU recaptured the lead at 21-19 sustaining it though the end of the first, taking a 30-28 lead to the locker room.

SDC shot 45.8% from the field in the first to HNU's 39.4%.

Tables turned in the second half in favor of Holy Names as they sunk 15-25 shots scoring 47 points in the second. Obie Woods hit a timely three with 7 minutes left putting HNU up by 1. Senior Jason Starr responded with a three of his own, but Woods hit his second three of the night propelling the Hawks into a momentum that SDC tried to slow with fouls. Those 7 fouls in the last three minutes ended up getting the best of SDC, giving HNU 8 free points from the line and the 77-69 win.

HNU's David Scott posted 19 points in the second half, finishing with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 13-18 from the field.

The Hawks next match up is their last contest in the Hawks Classic. They'll take on Southwestern College out of Phoenix, Arizona on Saturday, starting at 3:30pm.

For a schedule of other games being played in the Classic, click here.

USD Victorious in Exhibition

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-09T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College women's basketball played the NCAA Division I University of San Diego Toreros in an exhibition contest on Tuesday night, falling 94-49.

The Toreros, picked sixth overall in the preseason's coaches poll for the West Coast Conference (WCC), presented a high level of competition for the Hawks, preparing them for the tough GSAC conference ahead.

Junior Brittany Robinson had 17 points and five rebounds with junior Jasmin Thomas and senior Melissa Villalobos adding 8 points each.

The chances were there in the first, but SDC couldn't put the ball in the hoop, shooting 18%, making 5 of 27 shots. USD shot 63.6% from the field, leading at one point by as much as 25. Emily Hatch owned 12 of the 26 USD rebounds, finishing the game with 21. Robinson had 14 of the Hawks 27 first half points, hitting 6 of her 8 free throws and freshman Jermani Daniels held 4 of the teams 15 rebounds.

USD's 49-27 halftime lead doubled by games end as the Toreros held SDC to 22 points in the second half. The Hawks improved on the floor in the second, shooting 9-for-30 (24.6%).

SDC resumes regular season play on Saturday, November 13 at La Sierra University. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30pm in Riverside.

No. 7 BU Sweeps SDC 3-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-09T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 9, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
La Mirada, Calif. -- In their second to last game of the 2010 season, San Diego Christian (9-19, 2-17 GSAC) volleyball traveled to Biola University (25-7, 16-3 GSAC) where the No. 7 Eagles swept the Hawks in 55 minutes, 25-11, 25-14, 25-10.

Junior Lauren Howard again led in kills for the Hawks with 7, hitting a .294 clip with 2 errors in 17 attempts. She also recorded 2 aces, 2 digs and a solo block. At the net, senior Valaree Bergman had three block assists and junior Jessica Brazynetz added 6 digs in the back court.

BU had all the momentum in the first set, jumping out to a 8-1 lead that they would carry into a win in 15 minutes. BU hit .250 to the Hawks .-129 with Kim Russell leading the Eagles with 5 kills.

They brought it again in the second, with the Hawks breaking into double digits in the sets final points. At match point, SDC pushed for five points with two straight aces from Howard, but a kill from Christine Douglas closed the set at 25-14. BU hit an impressive .682, recording only 2 errors in 22 attempts.

Eagles Abbie Wright served the first 7 points, giving the Eagles their 8th ace of the night. Howard broke the streak with her 8th kill, only to have the Eagles surge to a 14-4 lead. Higgins and Valaree Bergman twice blocked the Hawks within 8 points at 14-6 and 15-7, but a Biola 10-3 run finished out the Eagle senior night with a win.

BU's leading hitters, Tavea Hampton hit .529 totaling 11 kills with 2 errors and Kim Russell had 10 kills with one error, hitting a .643 clip. Libero Lindsay Dietzen had 14 digs for the Eagles.

SDC's last game falls on Saturday, November 13 against Vanguard University. The Hawks will also honor their seniors Valaree Bergman, Rachel Blair and Jessi Higgins along with the parent's of the players. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00pm with senior appreciation taking place prior to the first serve.

Second GSAC Win, 3-1 Over HIU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-06T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 6, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Fullerton, Calif. -- Seventeen kills (.324), 5 digs, 2 assists and a block assist from junior Lauren Howard (pictured left), propelled the Hawks (9-18, 2-16 GSAC) to the second GSAC win over the Royals of Hope International University (6-17, 3-15 GSAC) on Saturday, 25-23, 25-20, 22-25, 25-20.

Freshman Sigourney Rockmore and senior Rachel Blair both posted 13 kills in the win. Rockmore hit a .346 clip with 1 solo block, three block assists and an assist. Blair added three block assists and three digs. Junior Jessica Brazynetz had 18 digs in the back court for the Hawks, and freshman Shelby Broberg collected 6 digs, 2 solo blocks and 5 block assists.

It was a night of blocks for both teams with San Diego Christian putting up 12 and Hope with 12.5. Hitting percentages suffered as SDC posted the highest team hitting percentage of the night at .235 through the first three sets. SDC hit .361 in the 4th, boosting the overall to .207.

HIU had a 5-1 lead that the Hawks climbed back to tie at 15 on a collection of Hawk kills. SDC hit .235 in the set. From 15-18, SDC went on a 5 point run off Brazynetz's serve, going up 20-18. HIU snuck in 2 points in the Hawks streak to 24-20, funded evenly by Royal attack errors and SDC kills. HIU's come back in the final points came up short as SDC's Rachel Blair countered with the final kill point to take the set.

The second had SDC up for the majority of the set, hitting a mere .176, but finding themselves out in front with the help of HIU errors.

HIU came out swinging in the third set, finding their first 5 points on 4 kills and an ace. It was tight through the teens, with SDC pulling within one at 22-21 on back-to-back blocks involving Broberg accompanied by Howard and Jessi Higgins. Unfortuantely, the Royals would put away two kills to take the game into the 4th set.

Attack errors slightly shifted set four to SDC's favor in the early points eventually distancing themselves at 13-10 on a Howard kill. The Hawks would not look back as they pulled out their second GSAC win in the fourth with a 25-20 score.

SDC takes to the road again on Tuesday, November 9 for the last away game of the year at Biola University. First serve is scheduled for 7:00pm in La Mirada, California.

First 2010 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-06T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 6, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Salt Lake City, Utah -- The 2009 NAIA National Champion Rocky Mountain College Battlin' Bears in their second game of the Tipoff Classic on Saturday, defeating them 68-59. SDC is now 1-1, while the Bears are 4-1, earning their first loss of the season.

Tyler Mutton did the most damage for the Hawks, posting 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists. He was 5-10 from the field, 3-6 from outside the arc and 6-7 from the line. Senior Jason Starr finished with 13 points and junior Xavier Mylleville was 4-6 from the field for 9 points, pullimg down 7 rebounds and had three blocks, five on the weekend.

Rocky Mountain led early on, pulling out to a 16-6 lead with 12:35 to go in the first. But SDC would turn the tables on the Bears by halftime. A Mutton layup jumpstarted a 17-2 run that put the Hawks ahead by 8 with 2:20 remaining. SDC would take a 33-24 lead into the locker room.

SDC was 14-36 (38.9%) from the field to the Bears 28.1%. Thirteen of Mutton's ninteen points came in the first, as he was shooting 100% from the field (5-5, 3-3 3-pt), and 0-1 from the line.

The Hawks led through the entire second half, taking their largest lead of the game (11 pts) on a three-point shot by Tim Sanders with 7:26 to go. It was the Hawks first half efforts that sealed the win for them, as Rocky Mountain and SDC both posted 35 points in the second half. RMC out rebounded the Hawks 49-39, but SDC came out on top in every other catergory.

San Diego Christian returns to El Cajon to host the Hawks Classic, with their first game on November 11 (Thurs.) at 7:30pm versus Holy Names University.

Second Win, 77-63 Over Bethany

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-06T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 6, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Scotts Valley, Calif. -- In the second win of the season, the Lady Hawks (2-0) defeated the Bethany University Bruins (0-3) 77-63 to round out their Northern California roadtrip.

Senior Melissa Villalobos had a great night on the court with 21 points, 7 steals, 6 assists and 3 rebounds. She was 7-15 from the field, hit 3-8 three-pointers and was 4-4 from the line. Junior Brittany Robinson came in behind Villalobos with 20 points, 6 rebounds and an assist. Robinson was 6-10 from the field and shot 5-7 from downtown (71.4%). Freshman Jermani Daniels brought down 11 rebounds for the Hawks.

Alyssa Wright finished with 16 points, 7 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 assists to lead the Bruins.

SDC travels down the 8 freeway to play the Universiy of San Diego on Tuesday, Nov. 9 in an exhibition game starting at 7:00pm.

School Records Set in GSAC Finals

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-06T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 6, 2010 [M Results][W Results]
Fresno, Calif. -- Hawks Cross Country team closed out their 2010 season at Fresno Pacific University's course for the GSAC Championships on Saturday, finishing tenth as a team. The women finished the fastest they have in the school's history of scoring women's teams with a time of 1:49:38, averaging a pace of 21:13.

In 47th place, first for the Hawks was freshman Jackilyn Lowry running a time of 20:11, the third fastest time at GSAC Championships in SDC history. This was her second fastest time of the year, with her 19:25 minute PR coming at the Cal State San Marcos Cougar Classic in mid-October. Senior Hannah Lettau came in 48th with a 20:22, 32 seconds faster than her time on the 5k Fresno course in 2009.

Bringing up the final points for the Hawks was freshman Katarina Medici (53rd) at 21:06, junior Adrienne Graham (57th) at 21:30 and senior Asia Graham (65th) with a time of 22:55. Senior Will Graham finished 28:10. With that time, Graham registers his time amongst the fastest 8k times in San Diego Christian College Cross Country history behind Matt Muser's 27:59. He improved 1 minute and 23 seconds since the first time he ran the course in 2007.

No. 2 Biola University took the women's race with a total time of 1:30:51, placing three in the top ten and all seven runners in the top twenty. Azusa Pacific University's Poppy Lawman, a sophomore, crossed first with time of 17:31.

The 13th ranked The Master's College captured the first place team finish for the men, finishing three runners in the top ten. Azusa Pacific's Abednego Magut rank the 8k course in 24:11, 21 seconds quicker than second place finisher John Gilbertson (TMC).

For a listing of the school records achieved in the 2010 season, click here.

Overtime Loss to No.12 Westminster

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-05T14:54:00Z

Fri., Nov. 5, 2010 [Box Score]
Salt Lake City, Utah -- San Diego Christian College Men's Basketball opened the 2010-11 season with a 79-71 loss in the first overtime against the No. 12 (preseason ranking) ranked Westminster Griffins out of Utah at the Westminster Tipoff Classic on Friday night.

Westminster is the three-time defending Frontier Conference champions and returned 9 players from the team that went 27-6 last season. San Diego Christian is now 0-4 against the Griffins, last playing one another in 2008.

Newcomer Aaron Felix (pictured left), a transfer out of CSU Dominguez Hills, put up twenty points, 4 rebounds and an assist in the debut. Felix hit 4 of 9 three's, going 7-15 from the field. Tim Sanders was 3-for-5 from the field, 3-3 on three point shots and 2-for-3 for 11 points. Sanders recorded 4 assists and 5 rebounds as well.

SDC jumped out to a 3-0 lead on a made three from Tyler Mutton fifteen seconds in. It was a tight game until Jason Starr hit a three 12:54 in to go up 16-13. The Hawks would lead by twelve points with 3:44 remaining, taking a 32-24 lead into the half. SDC shot 48% from the field in the first recording 9 assists. Mutton had 8 points and 5 rebounds in the first, finishing out the game with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.

The Griffins came out of the locker room strong, tying the game at 34. It was another close battle after SDC regained a one point lead on a three from Keenan Patterson. Patterson had one rebound and four assists on the night. Westminster hit a three to retake the lead at 51-49, a lead they would maintain until the final seconds of the half. The 7-1 run started with a made free-throw from Seth Koenig, who was 3-3 from the line. Sanders stepped up to hit the tying three-point shot at the buzzer to take the 64-64 game into overtime.

Westminster took a 70-65 lead with 3:28 remaining in the first five minute overtime. Felix drained a jumper with 55 seconds to bring the Hawks within three, but unfortunately, a three and three free-throws iced the win for the Griffins.

SDC shot 62% from three-point land, hitting 13 of 21, but shot only 60% from the line. Five Griffins finished with double digit point totals and out rebounded the Hawks 43-31.

The Hawks take on Rocky Mountain College at the Tipoff Classic on Saturday, November 6, starting at 3:30pm.

82-33 Win in Opener Over PUC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-05T14:54:00Z

Fri., Nov. 5, 2010 [Box Score]
Angwin, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian College Women's Basketball team grabbed a decisive victory against the Pacific Union College Pioneers on Friday, 82-33.

Five Hawks ended the game with double-digit point totals. Senior Melissa Villalobos and Freshman Sabrina Jimenez led the charge with 12 points a piece. Junior Britanny Robinson added 11 points, 9 steals, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Freshman Alexa Davison shot 7-8 from the line for 11 points, pulling down 8 rebounds and Junior Michelle Gonzalez went 5-6 from the field for 10 points, had 6 rebounds and 2 assists as well.

SDC scored 43 points in the first, shooting 48.5%, 16-33. They made an improvement at the line in the second half, sinking 14-18 (77.8%) from the 8-14 (57.1%) in the first.

No. 11 CUI Takes It In Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-02T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 2, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The No. 11 Concordia University Eagles (20-7, 11-6 GSAC) came to El Cajon on Tuesday night, taking the match in three sets from the Hawks (8-18, 1-16 GSAC) 26-24, 25-17, 25-15.

Sophomore Kim McCalmont had 11 kills, leading SDC in the kill catergory. She also tacked on 8 digs, 4 block assists and an ace. Junior Lauren Howard was one kill short of a double-double with 9 kills and 11 digs. Howard had three aces at the line for the Hawks. Senior Rachel Blair had 7 kills with one error in 14 attempts for a .429 clip. Freshman setter Cassidy Mertens had 17 assists.

SDC's best look at a set win came in the first when they took the Eagles to a 24-24 tie, coming back from a 21-14 defecit. A big block on the last point by Brianna Hughes and Brooke Marino put CUI up 1-0.

The following two sets saw similar outcomes where SDC held a lead in the opening points, but a solid stretch of serves from an Eagle built CUI a margin they would carry through to the win.

Hope International hosts San Diego Christian on Saturday, November 6, starting at 7:00pm.

Cruz and Waggoner, All-GSAC Team

Janelle Demchak — 2010-11-01T14:54:00Z

Mon., Nov. 1, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- Two Hawks, Cesar Cruz (pictured left) and Hannah Waggoner (pictured below) were named to the the All-GSAC soccer teams that were released on Monday. Each team, men's soccer and women's soccer, consist of thirty selections from the eleven Golden State Athletic Conference competitors.

Cruz, a freshman out of Carlsbad, California finished out the season with 2 goals in 15 games owning the lone game winning goal for the Hawks. Waggoner, a junior from San Diego, California led the women's team with 7 goals, totaling 14 points.

For the men, Vanguard University (10-7, 9-1 GSAC) was the GSAC champion with sophomore Kevin Cornwall (Dublin, Ireland) receiving the GSAC Player of the Year award. Randy Dodge, Vanguard's head coach was awarded GSAC Coach of the Year.

The Master's College's swept the GSAC Awards with Curtis Lewis as Coach of the Year and Emily Bruton as Player of the Year. Azusa Pacific University (13-1-2, 8-1-1 GSAC) was the GSAC regular season champion for the women.

For a full listing of the awards, go to GSAC Men's Soccer and GSAC Women's Soccer.

12 Team Blocks, WC Wins 3-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-30T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 30, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (8-17, 1-15 GSAC) fell on Saturday night to Westmont College (12-13, 6-10 GSAC), posting 12 team blocks in one of their closer matches, taking the Warriors to 4 sets (25-23, 17-25, 23-25, 20-25).

Lauren Howard led the Hawks in kills, hitting a .333 clip for 12 kills. She also posted 2 block assists, 3 aces and 5 digs. Sigourney Rockmore had 11 kills behind Howard, also recording 2 block assists. The blocking highlights for SDC came from senior Rachel Blair who had three solo blocks, a block assist and 8 kills and Shelby Broberg who had 6 block assists and a solo block. Libero Jessica Brazynetz had 11 digs in the Hawk effort.

SDC finished well in the first set, getting the upper end of the tied scores in the 20's. Having been in the lead from the first serve, SDC had a 6 point lead at 17-11. Westmont then went on a 8-2 run to tie the score at 19. It was tight through the remaning points as the Warriors went up by two at 22-20 on back to back kills. A kill by Rockmore tied the game at 23, fourth tie in 7 plays. Two errors from the Warriors pushed the Hawks to a first set win.

Set two had the Warriors hitting .400, swooping out to a 10-4 lead and a eventual 25-17 win. SDC got 9 kills off, hitting .161 in the second.

SDC's effort to keep Westmont within reach in the third came up short in the final points. Westmont had control through 19-13, when a three point series for the Hawks brought them within three. The Warriors then widened the gap again to 23-18. Rockmore put away a kill to start the 4-point run bringing SDC within one at 23-22, but Westmont nudged the Hawks off for the final two points they needed for the 25-23 win.

Westmont clinched their 12th win in the fourth, pulling away early and maintaining a healthy gap for the 25-20 win.

San Diego Christian comes home for their second to last home match of the year against No. 10 Concordia University on Tuesday (Nov. 2) beginning at 7:00pm.

4-2 HIU, Final Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-30T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 30, 2010 [Box Score][Final Stats]
Fullerton, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (1-14-1, 0-10 GSAC) closed out their season with a 4-2 loss on Saturday to Hope International University. Hope International (9-8-1, 4-5-1 GSAC) finishes the regular season on an upnote, making the GSAC playoffs for the first time in the school's history.

SDC couldn't put away their chances in the first, scoring their first goal on a successful penalty kick from Cesar Cruz in the 59th minute. At that point, HIU lead 2-1, adding another at the 69th minute mark. SDC looked to be making a comeback when they connected off of Freddy Irigoyen (pictured left) long throw. Brent Oglesby was credited with the header goal that brought the Hawks within 1 with 12 minutes remaning in regulation.

HIU put the insurance goal away on a misguided clearance in the 87th minute, deflating the Hawks chances of tying the game and taking the Royals into overtime.

SDC had thirteen shots to HIU's 14, giving three saves to HIU keeper Tyler Golden. Alex Cozzi had three saves in the net for the Hawks in the second.

Senior Luke Shankula ended his four year career with the Hawks having played in 61 games. He had 6 total goals (2 gm winners) and 1 assist for 13 points.

Cesar Cruz (15 gms) and Brent Oglesby (16 gms) led the Hawks with 2 goals each. Cruz also recorded an assist during the season. Freddy Irigoyen, the Hawks assist leader, finished with 2 assists.

In goal, the Hawks collected 85 saves, giving up 42 goals in 1456 minutes.

Season Ender, HIU Wins

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-30T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 30, 2010 [Box Score][Final Stats]
Fullerton, Calif. -- The Hawks ended their 2010 season at Hope International University on Saturday, falling 4-1 to the Royals (6-8-3, 1-6-3 GSAC). SDC finishes the season with a 4-11-3 overall record and eleventh in the Golden State Athletic Conference with a record of 0-8-2.

Down 2-0 into the second half, the Hawks looked to put a goal on the board. In the 56th minute, a pass in the box from Christy James to Hannah Waggoner allowed them to do just that. But to the Hawks demise, the Royals would hold them scoreless for the remainder and tack on two more goals themselves by games end.

Waggoner rounded out her junior season leading the Hawks with 7 goals (14 pts). Junior Nicole Quintanilla came in second with four goals, 2 assists (10 pts) with two of her goals on the books as game winners.

Senior Sarah Le ended her college career with the Hawks having played in 36 games totaling 2 goals, 4 assists and 8 points. Senior Clare Wohlfeil wrapped up her time at SDC with 4 goals, 3 assists and 11 pts in 36 games and Bianca Silva, also a senior, had 2 goals and 1 assist (5 pts) in 35 games.

Last but not least, senior Goalkeeper Emily Garbez closed out her four years with the Hawks, having played in 51 games. She recorded 237 saves and allowed 77 goals in her 3,351 minutes in goal.

Season Opener Exhibition, No. 10 Westminster

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-29T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 27, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- No. 10 Westminster College (1-0, 0-0 FC) out of Salt Lake City, Utah scooped up the 81-73 win over the Hawks in an exhibition contest on Friday. Despite the loss, San Diego Christian (0-0, 0-0 GSAC) opens the season encouraged, anticipating the coming GSAC schedule.

Junior transfer Brittany Robinson finished 7-12 from the field, 5-9 from three point land for 20 points. She also posted 2 rebounds, 3 assist and 4 steals. Lone senior Melissa Villalobos was 6-11 for 11 points, 2-2 from the line and had 3 assists and 6 steals.

The Hawks took the lead from the tip-off, going up 14-8 on a jumper by Freshman Heather Serven six minutes in. Westminster inched their way back, taking their first lead of the game, 18-17, with nine minutes left. The Griffins would maintain the lead, distancing themselves by as many as seven points. Six team steals and eight of Villalobos' fifteen points came in the last nine minutes, as the Hawks cut the Griffin lead to two at by the half, 37-35.

Villalobos and Robinson carried the Hawks in the first, scoring 12 and 11 points respectively. Westminster's Dani Evans had 18 points, going 9-14 and 4-6 from behind the 3-point line for 24 points by games end.

WC extended their lead to five on an opening three-pointer by Allie Eastman who had the second highest point total for the Griffins with 17. With 14:27 left, SDC capped off an 18-6 run with a Robinson three-pointer, showing a seven point lead. It looked promising for the Hawks, but the two-time defending Frontier Conference champions came from behind, building a 12-point lead and the eventual 81-73 win.

Both the Hawks and Griffins shot 15-24 (62.5%) from the field in the second half. Westminster shot 21-23 from the line (91.3%) while SDC was 7-11 in free throws.

The Hawks go on a long stretch of road games over the next weeks, kicking it off with Pacific Union College. Tip-off is scheduled for Friday, November 5, at 12:00pm in Angwin, California.

5-1 Loss to No. 16 CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-29T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 27, 2010 [Box Score]
Irvine, Calif. -- It was a rough outing in Irvine on Friday afternoon as the Hawks (4-10-3, 0-7-2 GSAC) played their rescheduled game against the No. 16 Concordia Irvine Eagles (10-4-3, 5-2-2 GSAC), falling 5-1.

Hannah Waggoner's (pictured left) sixth goal of the season put the Hawks up 1-0 with 31 seconds left in the first. Clare Wohlfeil was credited with her second assist on the goal. The lead was short lived as CUI's Alyssa McDonald, who would score a hat trick by games end, evened the game in the 53rd minute. McDonald's game winner went in the 57th minute, followed by three more goals (61, 66, 87) to give CUI home field advantage in the first round of GSAC.

SDC keeper Katelyn Ogle had 7 saves in the first half and Emily Garbez took the brunt of the Eagles punch posting 5 saves in the second.

With one game remaning in the Golden State Athletic Conference regular season play, the Hawks will finish out their season at Hope International University on Saturday, October 30 starting at 12:00pm.

Last Home Game Goes to CBU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-27T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 27, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The No. 8 California Baptist University Lancers (14-2, 8-1 GSAC) handed the Hawks a 6-0 loss in the last San Diego Christian College (1-13-1, 0-9 GSAC) home game on Wednesday.

It was uneventful opening 20 minutes, with an evenly played game taking place in the middle of the field. During that time, CBU had breaks at goal, but only recorded 6 shots out of their opportunities. Their goal drought didn't last long when a mistimed step-in in the box by a Hawk defender gave CBU a penalty kick in the 20th minute that they would take a 1-0 lead on. Nine minutes later, Heitor Santarem's patience at the top of the 18 paid off as he cracked one far post to put the Lancers up by 2.

The Hawks had their looks at goal in the second, often taking one pass to many, allowing CBU defenders to step in. SDC's Frank Zimmerman (pictured left) kept it from being 3-0 in the 37th minute when he deflected a CBU shot on the goal line. CBU would put away four goals in the 60, 69, 83 and 87 minutes, finishing the game having taken 23 shots.

SDC had three shots on Lancer keepers, totaling 8 on the day and Hawks keeper Bojan Maric finished with 5 saves in the SDC net.

SDC's last game of 2010 is on Saturday, October 30th at Hope International University. Kick-off is scheduled for 2:30pm at CSU Fullerton.

2nd McCalmont Double-Double

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-26T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 26, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Kim McCalmont with her second double-doule of the season totalled 11 kills (.250), 14 digs and one ace in the 3-0 loss on Tuesday to the No. 14 ranked Point Loma Nazarene University Sea Lions. The Hawks drop to an overall record of 8-16, and a 1-14 record in GSAC while the Sea Lions improve to 14-10 overall, 8-7 in conference.

Lauren Howard had 8 digs, 1 solo block and a block assist and Jessica Brazynetz finished with 8 digs. Setters Cassidy Mertens and Rachel Allen had 15 and 12 assists respectively.

The lead teetered back and forth in the opening set with Loma propelling to an eventual 17-11 lead starting with three aces from Nicole Eiler. SDC had Loma stalled at 24 for three points, but PLNU pushed out the last point, ending the set at 25-18. PLNU hit .400 with 18 kills in the first.

In set two, Alyssa Pitkin served the first 7 straight points. On McCalmont's serve at 6-12, the Hawks brought themselves within 2 on errors by the Sea Lions. Unfortunately Loma would recover from the setback taking the Sea Lions to a 25-14 win.

Set three was the best overall set for the Hawks, but they were nudged out of a win by the Sea Lions at set point, 25-23. SDC took a 10-8 lead on a series of Sea Lion attack errors, stretching their lead to 5, 16-11, on Allen's one ace of the night. Pitkin's serve pulled the Sea Lions within one on an ace, tying it up on the next point at 18. It was tight to the end as kills by Howard, Sigourney Rockmore and McCalmont balanced out the Sea Lion's two blocks, keeping them neck and neck to 23-23. Loma took the set and match on the final two points.

SDC travels to Westmont College on Saturday (Oct. 30) to play the Warriors at 7:00pm in Santa Barbra.

Quintanilla Breaks SDC Goal Drought

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-26T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 26, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Junior Nicole Quintanilla (pictured left) put away two unassisted goals in the Hawks (4-9-3, 0-6-2 GSAC) 4-2 loss on Tuesday to the No. 10 ranked California Baptist University Lancers (11-4-1, 5-3-1 GSAC). The goals are the Hawks first since playing Point Loma Nazarene in the beginning of October.

SDC took a few minutes to find their feet in the back as they were missing three from their original starting line up due to injuries from Saturday's APU game. While the Hawks sorted it out, CBU worked the ball in the SDC half, taking five shots with two being on frame. On their 6th shot, Kylee Nicassio one touched a cross in near post for their first goal in the 17th minute. CBU scored again in the 34th and 37th minutes, carrying the 3-0 lead into the half.

Junior Katelyn Ogle had 5 saves in the 8 shots taken on her, 14 total by the Lancers. Nicoline Jorgensen had two shots on her in the first.

With the 3-0 cushion, Cal Baptist played with composure, but less urgency than in the first half, giving room for Quintanilla (56) to rock a shot from twenty yards out that tucked under the crossbar, right over Jorgensen's reach. CBU then scored ten minutes later on a deep shot that skipped right under SDC keeper Emily Garbez who had 6 saves in the half.

SDC's second and final goal came in the 69th minute off a foul 40 yards out. Quintanilla took the free kick, teeing up for her second goal of the game on a high floating shot that slipped through Jorgensen's grip.

The Hawks have a make up game on Friday, October 29 at Concordia University at 1:00pm and then turn around on Saturday (Oct. 30) to play their final game of the season at Hope International University in Fullerton.

Second Half Woes, APU Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-23T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 23, 2010 [Box Score]

El Cajon, Calif. -- Bianca Silva, Clare Wohlfeil, Emily Garbez (pictured left) and Sarah Le (pictured below) were honored before Saturday's contest with No. 3 Azusa Pacific University (12-1-2, 7-1-1 GSAC). It was the last weekend home game of 2010 that the Hawks (4-8-3, 0-5-2 GSAC) unfortunately dropped 2-0 to the Cougars.

It was a defensively based game for the Hawks who held the nationally ranked Cougars to only three shots on goal in the first half. APU worked to find a rythum, but were unsuccessful until a free kick in the 50th minute.

The SDC foul set up a header pass by Kelsey Walker that Jacquline Conforto one touched to break the 0-0 tie. SDC continued to play tight in the back through the physical APU challenges, hoping to even the score.

But before the Hawks could put one away, another goal snuck in on a cross from Natalie Sun to the head of Laura Feehs in the 84th minute.

Senior Emily Garbez came out of the goal with 8 saves in 81 minutes. The Cougars finished with 23 shots, 10 on goal while SDC had four shots, but none reaching the hands of keeper Alexa Douglas.

The Hawks host the California Baptist University Lancers on Tuesday, October 26th beginning at 3:00pm.

No. 20 APU Wins 2-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-23T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 23, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]

El Cajon, Calif. -- Senior Day at San Diego Christian (1-12-1, 0-8 GSAC) honored the Hawks lone senior, Luke Shankula, who had spent four years with SDC soccer. Unfortunately, the Hawks fell 2-1 to the No. 20 Azusa Pacific University Cougars (13-3-1, 6-2-1 GSAC). Despite the loss, the Hawks had something to celebrate alongside Shankula's four year stint - solid play and a quality goal against a nationally ranked team.

APU played calmly through the middle, avoiding a few over the top ball attacks in the first thanks to their 6-foot back line. But in the 12th minute, APU was knocked off their game when SDC's Frank Zimmerman scored on a diving header in the box on a low cross from Salvador Velazquez. Zimmerman's goal broke the 460 minute stretch of the Hawks holding a lead in a game.

As play continued, it was apparent that the normal APU height advantage was diminished. The Cougars took time to adjust to the wet conditions that last weeks rain left behind while, SDC's low center of gravity kept them on their feet.Once they found their footing, an unfortunate turn of events gave APU their confidence back, tying the game at one in the 25th minute when the referee awarded them a penalty kick.

SDC was antsy on the through ball, finding themselves offside 7 times. APU had ten corner kick and multiple set piece opportunities, but threaded the game winner in the 82nd minute during the flow of play.

SDC's Bojan Maric (pictured above) finished with 12 legitimate saves in goal. Maric kept the Hawks in the game with quick reactions on the Cougars 14 shots on goal (23 shots total).

California Baptist University comes to El Cajon for the Hawks final home game of the season on Wednesday, October 27, starting at 3:00pm.

Tough Night, CBU Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-23T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 23, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]

El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (8-15, 1-13 GSAC) took on the No. 6 California Baptist University Lancers (24-4, 11-3 GSAC) at Steele Canyon HS on Saturday night, falling 25-12, 25-15, 25-15.

Rachel Blair led the team with 10 digs. Sigourney Rockmore had 2 kills, 2 aces, 4 digs and 2 block assists. Cassidy Mertens (pictured left) had 13 assists, Shelby Broberg put up a solo block and two block assists, and Lauren Howard topped out the kills for the Hawks with five.

It was a rough night across the board for SDC, who stayed with CBU through the first 7 points of the first and second set, but couldn't find footing after the 7-7 tie. SDC had trouble surfacing to a positive hitting percentage through all three sets, while Cal Baptist hit a team .355, posting 10.5 blocks.

SDC plays No. 14 Point Loma Nazarene University on Tuesday (Oct. 26) at 7:00pm.

Lady Hawks Place 8th at Biola

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-23T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 23, 2010 [MW Results]

Orange, Calif. -- On a traditionally tough course, the Hawks women placed 8th with a average time of 20:54.08 at the Biola Invitational at Irvine Park, California. Out of the 124 runners, SDC's Hannah Lettau (pictured left) placed 63rd, running 20:23.2.

Jackilyn Lowry put up a time of 20:32.5, placing 70th and Katarina Medici placed 86th with at time of 21:16.3. Jessica Smith from Simon Fraser picked up the win with a 17:39.0 time on the 5K course.

For the men, Will Graham finished the 8K course in 28:27.1, over a minute faster than his time on the course last year.

The Hawks will run in the GSAC Championships on Saturday, November 6 in Fresno, California.

Rockmore, Double-Double vs APU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-19T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 19, 2010 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- It was an encouraging match for San Diego Christian (8-14, 1-12 GSAC) on Tuesday against the No. 13 Azusa Pacific University Cougars (22-4, 9-4 GSAC) despite the 3-1 loss (12-25, 25-21, 25-14, 25-10).

Rockmore, led the Hawks with 15 digs and 11 kills, recording her first double-double of her career. Lauren Howard was the kill leader with 12. She also had 9 digs, three block assists and an ace. Cassidy Mertens had a season high, 29 assists and Shelby Broberg had a season high 4 solo blocks and 3 block assists in the match.

The Hawks have a knack for coming alive in the second set, regardless of the opponent. In the last four games, SDC has won or been within four of their opposition. The story was so against the Cougars. The Hawks hit .361

Broberg blocked APU out of their first potential lead in the second, posting 2 solo blocks. The Hawks led until APU evened the set at 12-12, then again at 13 and 14. A series of three Howard kills broke the final tie, giving SDC the 17-14 lead. The Cougars attempted to sneak back, but met two more blocks from Kim McCalmont/Valaree Bergmann and Broberg/Howard with the Hawks finishing them off with two kills.

The other sets were similiar in that APU pulled away near early double-digits building a considerable gap the Hawks couldn't catch up to.

SDC plays again on October 23 (Saturday) at 7:00pm against California Baptist University. The game has been moved from the Ryan Athletic Center to the Steele Canyon High School gymnasium.

Hawks Fall 2-0 to CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-19T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 19, 2010 [Box Score]
Irvine, Calif. -- In stormy weather, the Hawks (1-11-1, 0-7 GSAC) traveled to play the Concordia University Eagles (7-6-1, 2-4-1 GSAC), falling 2-0.

It was a scoreless match through the half, until CUI's Neil Anaya put a ball in past the keeper from 12 yards out in the 57th minute. CUI Mickey Mendoza put the insurance goal in on a hooking shot in the 74th minute to seal the game.

San Diego Christian was outshot 21-10 by the Eagles. They did, however have more shots on goal (8-6), but Mike Radchuk got a hand on all eight. Bojan Maric had four saves in the net for SDC.

SDC will honor their senior on Saturday starting at 3:00pm in their second to last home game against No. 20 Azusa Pacific University.

Postponed, Lightning

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-19T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 19, 2010
Irvine, Calif. -- The women's soccer game against Concordia University was suspended on Tuesday night in the 56th minute due to lightning. Because the game did not reach the 70th minute, the game will be replayed from the beginning at a date to be determined.

Concordia's Audrey McKay scored in the 24th minute on a shot from 30 yards out to take the lead. Hannah Waggoner put the equalizer away for the Hawks in the 49th minute, only to have the game called minutes later, voiding both goals from season totals.

SDC will host No. 3 Azusa Pacific University on Senior Day, Saturday, October 23 at 1:00pm.

SDC Hits .421 in 2nd vs FPU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-16T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 16, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- No. 1 Fresno Pacific University (21-0, 11-0 GSAC) lengthened their win streak to 64 matches with the 3-0 win over San Diego (8-13, 1-11 GSAC) 25-13, 25-21, 24-15.

Highlights for the Hawks included hitting .421 in the second set, leading 14-11 over FPU. The Sunbirds stepped up to their challenge, hitting .550 to counter the Hawks 12 kills.

Kim McCalmont held the overall stats for the night with 8 kills and 2 solo blocks and 2 block assists. Lauren Howard had 9 kills, hitting a .304 clip with an ace, Jessica Brazynetz had the team high dig count with 6 and Cassidy Mertens had 23 assists and 2 kills.

Fresno ran the floor in the first set, where SDC hit .042 with 7 kills, three from Howard. The third set had SDC with a one point lead at 3-2, but a mix of Sunbird kills and SDC errors let the lead slip leading to the FPU win.

FPU setter Emily Carroll had 38 assists and three Sunbirds had double-digit kills. Martina Gregusova led the game with 13, hitting a .500 clip, and Lisa Schilling hit .615 with 10 kills and 2 errors in 13 attempts.

No. 13 Azusa Pacific hosts the Hawks on Tuesday, October 19 as the second half of the GSAC schedule continues.

Maric, Big Saves Keep Hawks Close

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-16T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Despite the 2-0 loss to Fresno Pacific University on Saturday, the Hawks were encouraged as they put together their best showing of 2010 season. SDC played 65 minutes of comeptitive, high energy soccer only to find that two untimely mistakes would allow the Sunbirds to clinch their fifth GSAC win. SDC is now 1-10-1 overall and 0-6 in conference. Fresno improves to 8-5 overall and 5-1 in GSAC.

Fresno's size was daunting, but SDC's speed and effort from the kickoff put the Hawks even with the Sunbirds. SDC keeper Bojan Maric came up big in the fourth minute on FPU's dangerous one on one opportunity, with a split second reaction save on the six. (Dylan Chavez pictured left)

SDC connected well through the middle during the first half, just shy of a finishing on multiple occasions. They held the 0-0 tie to the half, also not committing a foul in the entire first half, while FPU recorded 12 themselves.

In the 63rd minute, Jordan Abad rocked a shot that FPU keeper Gildardo Villaruel made an leaping save that tipped Abad's shot off the crossbar. FPU cut through the silence in the 65th minute when Gustavo Da Silva put away a misdirected clearance near post for the game winning 1-0 lead.

Three minutes later, Paul Islas, who had been denied all game by Maric saves, juked a Hawk defender finishing near post to go ahead 2-0.

Maric only had 4 saves, but all four were game saving touches. Villaruel collected 2 saves on the Hawks 8 shots.

The Hawks go to Irvine on Tuesday, October 19, to play Concordia University at 3:00pm.

FPU 3-0, 4th GSAC Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-16T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- It was a tough loss on Saturday for the Hawks (4-7-3, 0-4-2 GSAC), as they fell 3-0 to the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds (5-7-1, 3-3 GSAC). SDC has been unable to put goals away for the last three games.

Possession was fairly equal early on, with SDC having the first opportunity at goal in the second minute on a pass to Hannah Waggoner's feet from Christy James that she touched just wide of the frame.

SDC keeper Katelyn Ogle (pictured left) intercepted a few threatening passes across the face of the goal from FPU's wingers, keeping SDC in the game. Fresno ran wild in the SDC 18-yard box, but couldn't get a shot off through the Hawk defense.

In the second, with the tie still stalled at 0-0, FPU countered after a unsuccessful SDC corner kick, with Jae Slocum sprinting down the left side of the field, chipping a ball cross field to a wide open Jessica Pereschica who took the ball on a bounce, heading it over Garbez at the top of the 18. Three
later, in the 67th minute, Tori Alvarez sent a line drive across the face of the goal from the right side, deflecting off an SDC defender to make it 2-0 in the 72nd minute. Fresno had the momentum after the second goal, allowing SDC little room to move forward with any quality chances.

Continuing with energy, Fresno put away the game on a beautiful connection between Pereschica and Mariah Alvidrez in the Hawks perimeter, produced a shot at the top of the box out of Garbez's reach.

Ogle had two saves in the first and Garbez pulled down 5 saves in the second. Sarah King had 6 saves in the net for the Sunbirds. SDC had 7 of 11 shots on goal.

SDC takes on Concordia University on Tuesday, October 19 at Concordia in Irvine, California. The game is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm.

Women Finish Third At CSUSM

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-16T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 16, 2010 [W Results][WT Results][M Results]
El Cajon, Calif. -- At 8:00am on Saturday, the Hawks reported to their second to last race of 2010 at CSU San Marcos' Mangrum Track and Soccer Field.

In the 131 runner field, the Hawks Jackilyn Lowry (pictured left) finished 38th with a time of 19:25 coming in first for the SDC runners. Hannah Lettau (54) came in behind her at 20:01 and seconds later, Katarina Medici (63) at 20:14.

In the team event, SDC finished third with 102 points behind GSAC opponent California Baptist (50) and host school CSUSM (15). The CSUSM Cougars had 7 runners finish in the top ten. Jessica Sandoval clinched the win at home with a 17:20 time on the 5k course.

In the men's race, Will Graham (pictured right) finished 57th out of the 127 8k competitors. CSUSM took the team win with 18 points, finishing with 6 runners in the top ten. CBU came in at 44 points, a second place team finish.

SDC runs again on October 23rd at the Biola Invitational in La Mirada, California.

McCalmont, Double-Double in Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-15T14:54:00Z

Fri., Oct. 15, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- On Friday night, the San Diego Christian College Lady Hawks (8-12, 1-10 GSAC) hosted The Master's College (7-13, 2-9 GSAC) in hopes of repeating the winning three game sweep from their last meeting in Sepetember. Unfortuantely, the Mustangs turned the table on the Hawks, taking the match in three, 25-13, 25-23, 25-23.

Kim McCalmont dug her way to a double-double, collecting 13 kills and ten digs. Shelby Broberg had three kills in four attempts with no errors, recording three block assists. Freshman setter Cassidy Mertens had 27 assists and 5 digs, also taking part in a block at the net for the Hawks.

The Hawks were caught on off guard in the first set watching TMC open a 10-3 lead with the help of two blocks and five kills in that series of points. SDC grasped for points, but the Mustangs, who hit .361 in the set, put away 18 total kills for the win.

Focused on pulling in a win, the Hawks came out strong, taking a 14-9 lead amidst a 6-point serve series by Sigourney Rockmore. Val Bergmann's kill at 22-14 marked their largest lead of the match, seeming that the Hawks would walk away with the second set win. To their surprise, the Mustangs rallied for six straight points, pulling within four at 23-14. SDC put another point on the board on a McCalmont kill, but four TMC kills followed, three by Sam Dougherty, giving The Master's the come from behind 25-23 win.

The third set remained tight until a Mustang attack error allowed SDC to sneak 4 points in to create a small lead. TMC, who trailed behind the Hawks by a few points into the double-digit score, kept the serve with libero Leslie Windham (20 digs, 1 ace), tying the game at 18. After one more tie score at 22, the Mustangs capped the match with 2 kills, handing SDC their tenth GSAC loss.

The Hawks take the court at home again tomorrow, Saturday, October 16, at 3:00pm against No. 1 Fresno Pacific University.

Cal State San Marcos Wins 4-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-13T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 13, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Cal State San Marcos Cougars handed the Hawks their 9th loss of the season on Wednesday, in a 4-0 win. San Diego Christian is now 1-9-1 overall, with their GSAC record remaining at 0-5, while CSUSM improves to 7-2-2 on the year.

CSUSM came out with fire, putting pressure on the SDC defense. Five minutes in, SDC stepped up their play, going in hard to tackles with most of the battles taking place in the midfield. As far as chances at goal, CSUSM had most of the opportunities in the first, scoring on one of them in the 19th minute on a small touch inside the box over SDC keeper Cameron Riley.

Nearing the end of the first, El Cajon native Dan Sims rocked a shot inside the 18 to put the Cougars up 2-0. They would tack on a header goal in the last minute, taking a 3-0 lead into halftime.

Ten fouls and three yellow cards in the second half slowed play, but didn't present many shots for the Hawks who totaled six shots, five coming in the second. San Marcos continued to create chances, putting one more goal up in the 83rd minute, closing out their third straight win.

The Hawks play again Saturday, October 16, against GSAC opponent Fresno Pacific University. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00pm.

No. 15 CSUSM Hands SDC 5-0 Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-13T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 13, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian took a tough 5-0 loss in the non-conference contest on Wednesday against No. 15 CSU San Marcos Cougars whom they had tied 0-0 in last years meeting. The Cougars improve to 7-1-5 overall, while the Hawks fall to 4-6-3 overall, with their GSAC conference record staying at 0-3-2.

CSUSM took advantage of the Hawks slow start, making runs at goal early on. SDC matched the Cougar speed around five minutes in, steering away from panicked clears, but a few lax moments gave the Cougars chances that resulted in two goals within five minutes of eachother.

The first came in the 10th minute from Cougar Shelby Bush on an unassisted goal as she dribbled the length of the SDC half, putting the ball away far post. Minutes later, the first goal momentum propelled Taylor Ziencia's shot that hit off the post, setting up Lauren Johnson's 3rd goal of the year and the 2-0 lead.

CSUSM put their third goal away three minutes into the second, popping a far post header over the reach of keeper Emily Garbez.

With the shut out still in tact for the Cougars, SDC pushed to overcome the 3-0 defecit as well as the confident and agressive Cougar play, only to have Johnson score 2 more goals by games end.

CSUSM outshot the Hawks 20-9, putting 11 shots on frame, giving Garbez 6 saves in the 90 minutes. Kaycee Gunion had 3 saves in the shutout for CSUSM.

SDC plays against Fresno Pacific University on Saturday, October 16 starting at 1:00pm.

VU Downs Hawks in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 9, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College volleyball (8-11, 1-9 GSAC) came up short on Saturday night against Vanguard University, falling in three 25-13, 25-17, 25-15. Vanguard improves to 11-8 overall, tacking on their third GSAC win in ten games.

Lauren Howard had the leading number of kills on the night for the Hawks at ten, also recording an ace. Kim McCalmont followed close behind in kills with 7, 6 digs, an ace and a block assist. Setter Rachel Allen had 18 assists and four kills.

SDC's best rallies came in the second set where they hit .154, their best percentage of the night. Unfortuantely, VU also posted their high in that set, .462, having only 1 error in 26 attempts. In the course of play, SDC took the lead once at 4-3 on a kill by Allen, but a VU kill on the next play sparked a steady climb to the Lions capturing the set.

The first and third set were a struggle for the Hawks as VU opened a significant lead in both sets, powering through to 25-13 and 25-15 wins. Overall, the Lions outhit the Hawks .325 to .080.

SDC hosts The Master's College on Friday, October 15 for their last meeting with TMC for 2010. That Friday also marks the night that SDCC Volleyball will be in pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. In conjunction with their support, they will be taking contributions to donate to the Side-Out Foundation whose mission is to raise money and awareness about Breast Cancer through volleyball.

No. 23 Masters Wins 1-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-09T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
Newhall, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College fell 1-0 to No. 23 The Master's college (6-3-2, 3-2 GSAC) on Saturday, dropping to 1-8-1 overall and a 0-5 record thus far in GSAC play.

The Hawks held the Mustangs scoreless through the first, but seven minutes into the second half, Joel Peluffo put what would be the game winner away on a ball from teammate Jake Marchesani.

SDC's Leandro Vianna and Jordan Abad had the Hawks two shots on TMC keeper Joey Mackey, while SDC keeper Bojan Maric in his first game of 2010, recorded 7 saves.

Cal State San Marcos comes to San Diego Christian on Wednesday, October 16. The game, a part of a double header with the women, beings at 3:00pm.

1-0 Loss to Undefeated, No. 5 TMC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-09T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
Newhall, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks (4-5-3, 0-3-2 GSAC) swallowed a 1-0 loss to the undefeated No. 5 The Master's College (12-0-1, 5-0 GSAC) on Saturday thanks to an early goal by October 5th's NAIA/GSAC Player of the Week, Emily Bruton.

Bruton, who leads the GSAC in goals (13) and assists with 26, scored the game winning goal one minute and forty-eight seconds into the game. The Hawks held the Mustangs scoreless through the remaining 87 minutes, becoming one of three teams to finish within one goal. In this season, TMC has won eight of thirteen games by more than a two goal margin.

The Hawks had two shots on keeper Amanda Diamond, while TMC's yielded ten shots on SDC goaltenders. Junior Katelyn Ogle had 2 saves in the first and senior Emily Garbez recorded 6 saves in the second, facing 16 of the Mustangs 21 shots.

SDC hosts a physical No. 16 Cal State San Marcos on Wednesday, October 13, at 1:00pm.

Six Runners Finish VU Invitational

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-09T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 9, 2010 [M Results][W Results]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian College cross country team competed in the 21st Annual Vanguard Invitational at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa on Saturday, putting their fourth meet of the season under their belt. This was the first meet where the runners would see mostly GSAC competition with a few schools like Pepperdine, William Jessup, and Chapman University also in the mix.

SDC's lone runner for the men, Will Graham, finished 82nd with his second fastest time of the season, 29:09, averaging a 5:52 mile pace. Individually, APU's Abendego Magut won the men's race, running the 8k course in 24:59 and Vanguard had four runners in the top 20, snatching the team competition with 61 points.

Jackilyn Lowry powered the Lady Hawks on the 5k course, running a 20:40, finishing in 62nd place. Katarina Medici, who ran 21:01, came in 72nd out of the 131 scoring runners. Hannah Lettau (21:24) and Adrienne Graham (21:28) came in 85th and 86th respectively, with Asia Graham rounding out the Hawks five runners at 23:58.

Azusa Pacific University's Poppy Lawman earned the No. 1 place with a 17:24 time, leading APU to the first place team finish, as three other Cougars finished in the top 10. Coming in second was PLNU's Breelan Matranga who ran a 17:53 assisting the Sea Lions in their 69 points, second place team finish.

The Hawks run next Saturday, October 16 at Cal State San Marcos with the 5k women's race starting at 8:00am and the men's 8k race at 8:45am.

Howard with 16 Kills in 3-1 Loss to BU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-05T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 5, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Lauren Howard (pictured left) posts 16 kills, hitting .364 with four errors on 33 attempts, 6 digs and one ace in the Hawks (8-10, 1-8 GSAC) 3-1 (15-25, 25-22, 12-25, 15-25) loss to No. 3 Biola University (16-4, 8-1 GSAC).

Sophomore Kim McCalmont followed Howard with 9 kills and 8 digs. Freshman Shelby Broberg had 2 solo blocks and a block assist and Sophomore Rachel Allen had 22 assists, 8 digs and 2 aces for the Hawks.

SDC came out swinging, looking past the single digit ranking attached to Biola's name. They built off of a series of kills by six different Hawks, taking an 8-7 lead early. SDC would hang with the Eagles for a few more points to 13-14, then lost grip as BU went on a 11-3 run to win out the set, hitting .500.

In set two, SDC nearly broke into the .300 range, recording 17 kills to BU's 8. BU took a 6-1 lead with the help of two blocks from Rachel Buckley and Christine Douglas who topped out the Eagles blocking leaders for the night. SDC regained ground on two serve series from Lauren Howard and Rachel Allen that yielded ten points, building the 11-7 lead. This was the first and only time the Hawks would maintain the lead they'd built against the Eagles. BU struggled to compete with the heightened Hawk energy as McCalmont and Howard finished out the set with 11 kills between them.

Biola ran with the next two sets, opening small leads then capitalizing on the opportunities presented to them to finish out the win. In the third, the Eagles benefitted from a mix of kills and SDC errors. In the fourth, timely back-to-back built the BU lead. The Eagles out hit the Hawks .353 to .182 in the fourth.

Vanguard University hosts SDC on Saturday, October 9. First serve is scheduled for 7:00pm.

Hawks Fall in Second Meeting with PLNU, 3-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-05T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 5, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Chrsitian Men's soccer (1-7-1, 0-4 GSAC) faced Point Loma Nazarene University (4-6, 1-3 GSAC) on Tuesday with hopes of avenging their 2-0 loss from August 31, but came up short, falling 3-1.

SDC scrambled early, leading to a foul in the box that gave Loma the 1-0 lead in the second minute on a successful penalty kick by Francios Furlan. PLNU's pace slowed, allowing SDC to put a few shots on the board. The Sea Lions continued to shoot, recording seven shots in the first to SDC's three.

Loma entered the second half with a 1-0 lead, continuing to possess well and adding two more goals in the 56th and 78th minutes, for a 3-0 lead.

SDC's Brent Oglesby (pictured left) and Jordan Abad had two threatening shots tipped up and over the crossbar in the 76th and 79th minutes by PLNU keeper Carter Philips, seeming to secure the shutout for the Sea Lions. SDC continued to play hard despite being down by three. Their efforts paid off in the 86th minute as Oglesby Oglesby's one touch finish from the top of the 18, broke the coveted shutout. Abad was credited with the save.

SDC keeper Cameron Riley and PLNU's Philips both had four saves in the 90 minutes.

The Hawks travel to The Master's College on Saturday, October 9 to play the No. 23 Mustangs. The game is scheduled to being at 3:00pm.

Second Tie of 2010 with PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-05T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 5, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- After a scoreless draw in their last meeting on August 31, San Diego Christian (4-4-3, 0-2-2 GSAC) and the No. 17 Sea Lions (2-3-4, 0-2-2 GSAC) tied again but this time with a 2-2 score.

To begin the game, Loma intercepted a pass in their box, countering for their first chance at goal with their first three shots came on headers from the flanks. SDC had few passes connect in the first, playing long balls up top or taking Loma on the dribble. Defensively, the back line was caught on their heels a few times, once allowing a shot by Loma center mid Lauren Abarca to slip through, giving Loma a 1-0 lead in the 15th minute.

It was a quiet rest of the half, as far as goals go, until senior Hannah Waggoner (pictured left) slotted a ball into the right side, giving senior Sarah Le the assist on the set up. The tie remained through the half, ending with Loma having taken 15 shots and SDC 5.

Sixteen minutes into the second, SDC landed their first corner of the game. On the corner, Waggoner had a header finish on the lofting ball Clare Wohlfeil put far post to put the Hawks up 2-1, their first lead in GSAC and her 5th goal of 2010. Sadly, the lead was short lived as Brooke Winklepleck put away the equalizer in the 73rd minute.

The equalizer shifted momentum in Loma's favor, but even through two overtime periods, the game still ended in a draw.

Katelyn Ogle had 4 saves in the first, while Garbez totaled 3 saves through 65 minutes. Loma keeper Tiffany Kracy had five saves in the 110 minutes for the Sea Lions.

The Hawks are at The Master's College on Saturday, October 9, with a 1:00pm start.

Royals Stun Hawks in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 2, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Hope International University (5-7, 2-6 GSAC) put the Hawks away in three games on Saturday night, 26-24, 25-13, 25-18. The Hawks are now 8-9 overall with a 1-7 record in conference.

Rachel Allen and Lauren Howard led the Hawks in kills with 7. Howard also recorded 6 digs and 2 block assists and Allen 14 assists. Valaree Bergmann had 7 of the Hawks 18 block assists. Stephanie Rice led the team with 13 digs and Kim McCalmont had 4 aces, 6 digs and two block assists on the night.

The first set, the lead was evenly held by both Hope and SDC, with Hope leading out of the gate. SDC gained their first significant lead starting with a kill by Allen, the Hawks kill leader for the night. SDC would keep Hope at bay by at least one point, until 19-19. Two consecutive blocks by Valaree Bergmann partnered with Sigourney Rockmore and Rachel Blair, SDC tied the score at 23. The Hawks would go ahead by one on a Allen kill, but would give up the next three points on attack errors, giving Hope the first set win.

Hope exploded to a 18-8 lead in the second on the tail end of a streak of six serves from HIU's Libero Jocelyn Moya. The Hawks wouldn't move far, hitting .087 to HIU's .296.

In the third set, SDC searched for a spark, but couldn't find it among the three consecutive kills from HIU's kill leader Naomi Iosia. Hope kept a small lead through the early points, with SDC tying it up at 11 on a McCalmont kill. The Royals pulled out a 9-2 run to go up 20-12, propelling them to the 25-18 set win and match win.

SDC hosts No. 25 Point Loma Nazarene University on Tuesday, October 5. First serve is at 7:00pm.

Warriors Trump Hawks 3-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (4-4-2, 0-2-1 GSAC) Women's soccer added a loss to their record on Saturday falling 3-0 to Westmont College (4-3-2, 1-1 GSAC).

Westmont, with great foot skill in the first, controlled the flow of the game, scoring in the 31st and 39th minute. The Hawks got 3 shots off on WC keeper Roxanne Love, but couldn't put one on the board in the first.

SDC's long ball efforts in the second half were effective in getting them into Westmont's corners, but the Warrior's kept the Hawks from getting a single shot off. Westmont had a total of 19 shots, ten on goal, closing the 3-0 score with a goal by Haley Yurtin that slid past keeper Emily Garbez (83).

SDC had 7 total saves in the net, and Love had three in the goal for the Warriors.

The Lady Hawks face No. 17 Point Loma Nazarene University for the second time this season for their next game on Tuesday, October 5. The two met in the Hawks first preseason game of the 2010 season, posting a tie with the then No. 2 ranked Sea Lions. The game on Tuesday is scheduled to begin at SDC at 2:00pm.

Just Out of Reach, Westmont OT Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-10-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- Overtime heartbreak was the story on Saturday afternoon as the Hawks (1-6-1, 0-3 GSAC) fell in the first minute of overtime, 2-1 to the Westmont College Warriors (5-2-1, 1-1).

Westmont got on the board in the 4th minute when Doug Harrell played across the field, connecting with Harrison Hill for the Warriors first goal. Westmont would maintain the one goal lead until the 38th minute when SDC's Fidias Monzon (pictured left) capitalized on a deflection of Warrior keeper Matthew McNab, scoring his first goal of the 2010 season. Dylan Chavez was credited with his first assist of the season on the goal.

Westmont's 7 shots in the second half, SDC held the Warriors off, forcing the game into overtime.

A familiar scene unfolded as Westmont put the game winning goal away in the first minute past SDC freshman keeper Cameron Riley. The very same ending gave Soka University a 2-1 win in September.

Riley finished with 3 saves in 91 minutes in goal, while McNab recorded one save in the four shots he faced.

Point Loma Nazarene University comes cross town to SDCC Field on Tuesday (Oct. 5) where the Hawks look to redeem themselves after a 2-0 loss in their last meeting. The game is scheduled to begin at 4:30pm.

3-0 Loss to No. 5 VU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-29T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 29, 2010 [Box Score]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- No. 5 Vanguard University (7-0-1, 2-0 GSAC) hosted the Hawks (1-5-1, 0-2 GSAC) on Wednesday night, extending their five game win streak to six, taking a 3-0 win in the second GSAC game of 2010.

It was a tough night for the Hawks, where they found only seven shots to the Lions 22. Three different VU players found the back of the net in the 17th, 35th and a quick second half goal in the 51st minute to put the Hawks away. Sophomore Jordan Abad recorded the Hawks lone shot on goal in the 48th minute, while Freshman Juan Valdivia missed just wide of the goal on three occasions.

The Hawks freshman keeper, Cameron Riley had four saves in the 90 minutes of play.

SDC resume action at Westmont College on Saturday, October 2 at 1:00pm.

No. 6 VU Snatches 3-0 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-29T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 29, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- It was a rough outting for the Lady Hawks (4-3-2, 0-1-1 GSAC) on Wednesday night, as the No. 6 Vanguard University Lions (7-1-2, 1-0-1 GSAC) captured the second GSAC contest of 2010, 3-0.

Vanguard is one of three GSAC teams in the NAIA's top 10 (Azusa Pacific, 2; California Baptist, 4; Vanguard, 6). Other GSAC teams include 12th ranked The Master's College, 17th ranked Point Loma Nazarene, 25th ranked Concordia University and Westmont College who has received votes.

VU dominated the shot chart in the first thirty minutes, recording 10 shots to SDC's 1. Their 11th shot would seal the game in the 31st minute with a goal by Danielle Dintino. SDC held the Lions at the 1-0 score for near fifty minutes of play, until a tired back line let two slip through, one in the 80th minute and one in the final seconds of regulation.

SDC had a mere four shots, giving VU keeper Chelsea Lesniak, last week's GSAC Defensive Player of the Week, three saves on the night. Senior Hannah Waggoner claimed two of SDC's three shots on goal. The Lions recorded 26 shots, with 9 on frame, including the three goals. Katelyn Ogle started the game for the Hawks, pulling down three saves in the first and Emily Garbez had three saves in her time in the net.

The Hawks travel to Westmont College on Saturday, October 2, with a 3:30pm kick off.

SDC Takes No. 7 CUI 4 Sets

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-28T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 28, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
Irvine, Calif. -- San Diego Christian Volleyball (8-8, 1-6 GSAC) took No. 7 Concordia University (13-2, 5-2 GSAC) to four games on Tuesday night, 25-12, 25-19, 25-21, 25-14.

For the Hawks, Junior Lauren Howard hit .278 with 13 kills and 6 digs. Freshman setter Cassidy Mertens had 27 assists, 5 kills, 4 digs and 2 block assists, with Sophomore Stephanie Rice posting 12 digs. Valaree Bergmann had 2 solo blocks and three block assists at the net. CUI's Amber Riden's had 18 kills, leading the Eagles, with Amy Van Buren followed behind her teammate with 11 kills and only 2 errors for a .429 clip. She also owned 6 of 14 block assists for the Eagles.

To start the game, CUI's Kyleen Iverson served six straight points, tacking three aces for the Eagles. SDC's errors, combined with CUI kills, built a 20-5 lead for Concordia. Freshman Mariah Boelk's second kill of the set breathed hope for a comeback effort. After Boelk’s spark, SDC etched out a 6-1 run, but CUI closed the door by inserting the two points they needed for the win. Concordia hit .357 with 13 kills in the first set.

Howard assisted the 5-3 lead in the beginning of the second set with 3 kills, only to have CUI pull ahead by 2 at 8-6 after a 4 point rebound. The Eagles would distance themselves again on a four point stretch, recording one of their nine team blocks. Momentum stayed in favor of the Eagles, showing them a six point lead at one point (18-12). SDC added points here and there, slowly closing the gap. Back to back kills from Rachel Blair helped bring the Hawks within two at 18-16, but CUI carried through to the win on a dual block, a solo block and Riden's 9th kill of the night.

With the match on the line, SDC kept the score tight to 9-9. CUI pulled ahead by six on a string of serves from Mackenzie Beveridge. This time around, SDC responded soundly, pulling within two on a Howard kill. Stephanie Rice tied the score at 17 a few plays later at with her second ace of the night. The point battle that continued to 20-20 was broken on Mertens' fourth kill allowing the Hawks to rally for another four points for the 25-21 win.

CUI had their nose to the grindstone throughout the fourth set, keeping a small lead over the Hawks through single digits. The Eagles led at one point by by 11, eventually taking the final set 25-14.

SDC hosts Hope International University on Saturday, October 2. First serve is scheduled to begin at 7:00pm.

Women Finish 4th at Westmont

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-25T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 25, 2010 [M Results][W Results]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- Westmont College Cross Country hosted the Westmont Invitational on Saturday, where the Lady Hawks placed fourth as a team among GSAC teams Fresno Pacific University and Westmont, along with Bethany University, CSU East Bay and Notre Dame de Namur.

Jackilyn Lowry ran a 21:51 on the 5k course, leading the Hawks, finishing in 13th place. Hannah Lettau came in behind Lowry at 22:36 in 22nd place and Katarina Medici (24th) finished with a time of 22:54, coming in third in the Hawks lineup. Fourth and fith in the scoring for SDC was Adrienne Graham with a time of 23 minutes even and Katelyn Neverkovec with 28:53.

FPU's Amanda Johnson completed the course in 19:47, coming in first of the 52 runners. Westmont College won the team event finishing four runners in the top ten. SDC came in fourth place with 98 points, their first scoring as a team in three years.

SDC's lone male runner, Will Graham, finished 13th in the Men's 8k race in 30:32. Westmont also won the men's race with 25 points, finishing five runners in the top ten. FPU's Isai Orea finished the course in 27:24.

The next race for the Hawks is in Costa Mesa, at the Vanguard Invitational on Saturday, October 9.

Ten Men, 6-0 Loss to Biola

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-25T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 25, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian (1-4-1, 0-1 GSAC) Men's Soccer team opened GSAC conference play on Saturday against the Biola University (3-4-1, 1-0 GSAC) Eagles, giving BU their first win in conference by a 6-0 score.

Neither team dominated the flow of play to begin with, but SDC fouls allowed Biola free kicks inside the Hawks 30 yard mark, making their chances at goal much more dangerous than the Hawks. On the 4th free kick, BU was positioned on the right side. Zach Bautista served the ball and Philip Friehe slotted a header near post to put BU up 1-0 in the 15th minute.

In the 24th minute, SDC had to drop to ten on the field after the team's third red card of the season was issued. BU took advantage of the man down, scoring two within five minutes of one another (27, 32) not long after the card.

Tired decisions plagued SDC as BU's speed wore on the ten men on the field, despite utilized substitutions. Eleven shots in the first half for the Eagles, far outweighing the Hawks three shots. Biola took the 3-0 lead into the half.

The Eagles held a composed, confident tempo throughout the second half, while SDC was desperate to avoid the shut out. SDC's best chance in the 52nd minute was from Jordan Abad who's volley from twenty yards out was tipped over the crossbar in an airborne effort by Aaron Fenlason, saving the shutout for BU. Three more goals followed for the Eagles in the 58th, 64th and 70th minute.

Biola finished with 14 of 23 shots on goal, holding SDC to a mere three of seven shots on goal. Riley finished with 1 save in 65 minutes and back-up keeper Alex Cozzi recorded 6 saves in his 25 minutes in goal.

SDC travels to Vanguard University on Tuesday, September 29 for a 6:00pm start.

Tie in GSAC Opener With BU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-25T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 25, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- With temperatures ranging in the nineties, Biola University (3-2-2, 0-0-1 GSAC) and San Diego Christian College (4-2-2, 0-0-1 GSAC) faced off in the first GSAC match of the 2010 season, with the match ending in a 1-1 tie.

The opportunities started with a close call in the 4th minute on a free kick that hit the v of the post and crossbar, producing a rebound that to SDC's benefit, BU couldn't put away. Minutes later, Allexa Mendoza intercepted a sloppy distribution out of the back, dribbling in and scored far post, putting BU up by one in the 9th minute.

SDC saw few quality chances at goal until in the 33rd minute Sarah Le (pictured left) created the goal, carving through a defender, shooting far post to even the score. BU spent a significant amount of the remaining time in the SDC offensive third, totaling ten shots, six of those on goal.

The flow of the game settled as the air cooled off from the first half. Both Biola and SDC passed their way up into the opposing goal box on multiple occasions, but were unable to break the 1-1 tie, carrying the first conference game into golden goal overtime.

The SDC defense was tight in the first overtime, with the back line clearing the ball consistently and keeper Emily Garbez playing well off her line. With the tie still intact, the Eagles and Hawks entered into the second overtime with both SDC and BU putting much pressure on one another's defense, but neither team could put the game winner away. (Joceyln Seaman pictured right)

Garbez, who finished the game for the Hawks in goal with five saves. Katelyn Ogle had five saves for the Hawks in the first half. BU's keeper Erin Frushon had 8 saves in the net.

SDC's next GSAC match is Wednesday, September 29, at Vanguard University, with a 4:00pm scheduled kickoff.

Nine Team Blocks in 3-0 Loss to No. 24 Westmont

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-24T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 24, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]

El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College hosted their second home game of the season against GSAC opponent Westmont College on Friday, falling 25-14, 25-15, 27-25. Westmont is now 8-6 overall and 2-3 in GSAC play. San Diego Christian is now 8-7 overall and 1-5 in the GSAC, with their one GSAC win coming against The Master's College in early September.

Freshman Mariah Boelk had 6 block assists in her first game as a Hawk, while Senior Rachel Blair had the SDC kill high with 8, also collecting 7 digs and 3 block assists. Freshman Sigourney Rockmore had three block assists and 6 kills and Freshman Cassidy Mertens finished with 15 assists in the effort.

In the first set, the Warriors stunned the Hawks, running a 14-4 score with the help of five kills by Ciara Turner who finished with 13. Blair had the first kill after the WC run was broken, but the Hawks could only muster a sporadic ten points in the time the Warriors hit the 25 mark. The Warriors hit .591 in the first, far trumping the Hawks in the set.

SDC held a small lead, feeling the energy build on a Kim McCalmont kill at 3-2 and a block by Blair and Boelk that tied the game at 6. Points exchanged to 8-8 when a Warrior ace permanently broke the tie. WC then went on a 16-7 run to take the set. The Hawks posted a mere seven kills in the second.

Though down two games to none, the Hawks had some fight rise within them, keeping even with the Warriors through the entire set. The kills and blocks started to add up for SDC, putting up a match high 15 kills and five blocks. Senior Middle Valaree Bergmann had her first solo block of the year to tie the game at 17, sealing the five point comeback. Bergmann's next two kills and a block assist put the Hawks up 19-17. The climax of the set came on a block by Boelk and Rockmore to tie the game at 25. Unfortunately, the Warriors put away two kills, ending the Hawks hope for a fourth set.

Tuesday, September 28, the Hawks travel to No. 4 Concordia University. The first serve is scheduled to start at 7:00pm.

Hawks Fall to Cross Town Rival, PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-21T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 21, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
San Diego, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (8-6, 1-4 GSAC) traveled to the coast on Tuesday night to play the Point Loma Nazarene University Sea Lions (8-6, 2-3 GSAC) dropping the match in three sets, 25-20, 25-23, 25-18. Point Loma received votes in the last round of NAIA rankings released on September 14.

Junior Lauren Howard had 9 kills, the most for SDC, also collecting 5 digs and a block assist. Freshman setter Cassidy Mertens had 17 assists in the effort, while Sophomore Stephanie Rice led the team with 17 digs. Rachel Allen was errorless on 7 attempts, collecting 5 kills. Sea Lions Tabitha Henken hit a .385 clip, putting away 18 kills on 39 attempts with only 3 errors.

In set one, Loma jumped out to a 6-2 lead, with all but two of those points coming off of SDC attack errors. At 7-5, Mertens was at the service line until the Hawks had taken the lead 10-7, recording two aces in the process. The Hawks maintained a lead to 19-18 when Henken tied the set at 19 on her 6th kill of the night. Loma continued to climb, pushing an 8-1 run to close out the 25-20 win.

SDC gained a small lead with the help of 2 Howard kills, only to see it slip just out of their reach on a Sea Lion kill. Loma hit .325 in the second set. The score tied ten times, settling on 22-22. Henken broke the tie with a kill breaking the tie and finished the set off with a kill as well.

The Lady Hawks couldn't find a lead in the third set, trailing by as many as 8. SDC kills peppered the scoreboard, but they weren't enough to close the gap. At 24-13, SDC had a six point rally, but PLNU's Natalie Hamill suffocated their charge with a kill. Loma hit .440 in the third.

SDC plays again on Friday against Westmont College at home. The game is scheduled to being at 7:00pm.

Darkness Leaves Game with LSU at 0-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-21T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 21, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Hawks (1-3-1, 0-0 GSAC) took on the La Sierra University (4-4-1) Golden Eagles on Tuesday, walking away with a 0-0 tie through minutes in overtime.

SDC was flustered in the opening minutes, scrambling to stop the Golden Eagle forward motion and mop up poor clearances. Freshman keeper Cameron Riley had quick hands in the first minutes, steering clear of a 1-0 defecit with help from the goal post.

The Hawks quality shot on goal in the first came on a rocket from Emmanuel Onywera that pinged off the under side of the crossbar.

Two injuries left La Sierra with 10 on the field, but in the 21st minute, SDC joined the ten man field squad after the referee awarded a red card in response to an unfavorable SDC tackle. SDC held the tie even after LSU added the eleventh man back onto the field.

Physical play continued through the second half with both teams going in hard on 50/50 balls and tackles. In the 82nd minute, Jordan Abad had a shot on frame from the twelve yard mark that a LSU defender blocked on the goal line to keep the 0-0 tie. The final seconds of regulation also saw Fidias Monzon tag a header on a corner from Abad that hit the top of the post, taking the game into overtime.

Overtime had a higher pace than the end of regulation because light was fading from the sky. Nearly three minutes into play, the game was called on account of darkness.

SDC had 22 shots, but only 6 on goal, giving LSU's Gabriel Esqueda 6 saves on the night. Riley also finished with 6 saves in the near 93 minutes of play.

The next time the Hawks see the field, it will be the beginning of GSAC play against Biola University, starting at 3:00pm. The women's team takes the field prior to the men's game at 1:00pm.

No. 2 CBU Sweeps SDC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-18T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 18, 2010 [Box Score] [Cume Stat]
Riverside, Calif. -- No. 2 California Baptist University (17-0, 4-0 GSAC) hosted the Hawks (8-5, 1-3 GSAC) on Saturday night, defeating SDC in three, 25-17, 25-22, 25-17.

Sophomore Kim McCalmont hit .333 with 11 kills, 6 digs and a block assist, while Sophomore Stephanie Rice led the Hawks with 11 digs. Lauren Howard came in behind McCalmont in the total kills catergory with 8 on the night. She also posted 9 digs and a block assist. Junior Kaitlen Laine had three block assists and Cassidy Mertens' 15 assists.

The Hawks led early on with three kills by Howard, one from Rockmore and McCalmont to go up 7-6. Allen served next for an ace, filing the 2 point lead. CBU would go up 10-12, then proceeding to capture a momentum that carried them on a 6-1 run. Bree Rauschenbach added a kill and two aces at 17-22 to close out the win. Both SDC and CBU hit their match high's in the first, .179 and .360 respectively.

SDC contended in the second despite Cal Baptist pulling away for 10-6 lead. Allen's kill on the next play ignited a three-point streak to bring SDC within one. From 11-11, the point battle waivered back and forth to 20-20 when Rauschenbach put down her fifth kill of the night to break the struggle in the Lancers favor. SDC grasped for points, posting a huge block (Rockmore and Laine) at 23-21. Unfortunately, the Lancer front line stifled the SDC chance with two kills.

CBU had the edge in the third, holding SDC at a 2 to 5 point lead throughout the set. At 6-12, SDC came off a timeout to score three points on three consecutive kills by McCalmont, Blair and Allen, but attack errors got the best of SDC in the following plays, allowing the Lancers to regain ground to a 17-9 score. SDC responded with two kills and an ace, but the effort was pushed back by the Lancers 100% attack percentage in the final six points CBU needed to secure their fourth conference win.

SDC travels cross town to Point Loma Nazarene University for their next match. First serve is scheduled for 7:00pm on Tuesday, September 20th.

Four Game Win Streak Halted by CU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-18T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 17, 2010 [Box Score]
Prescott, Ariz. -- On Friday night, the Hawks saw their four game win streak come to an end as the Corban University Warriors defeated SDC 1-0. The Hawks are now 4-2-1 overall going into GSAC play against Biola University on Saturday, September 25. Corban is now 6-1.

SDC had three viable opportunities at goal from three different Hawks. The Warriors five shots on goal produced a game winner out of Tera McDonough in the 50th minute. Statistically, Corban controlled the offensive flow of the game, outshooting SDC 14-6.

Senior Emily Garbez recorded four saves, tying her game high for the season. CU's Alexis Beattie received the win, chalking up three saves.

SDC opens GSAC competition on Saturday, September 25, at 1:00pm in a double-header with the men's team.

SDC Volleyball Ranked 10th in NCCAA

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-17T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Sept. 17, 2010
Greenville, SC. -- The national rankings for the NCCAA Division I Women's Volleyball were released on Thursday, listing San Diego Christian as the No. 10 ranked team in the NCCAA at the September 14th date.

As a team, in 37 sets, SDC was ranked third, averaging 12.97 kills/gm, 5th in attack percentage, 24.68%, and third in assists average with 11.84/s.

The Lady Hawks take on No. 2 California Baptist University on Saturday, September 18, with first serve taking place at 7:00pm.

Hawks With Fourth Win, Defeat ERAU 3-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-17T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
Prescott, Ariz. -- The Lady Hawks (4-1-1, 0-0 GSAC) grabbed their fourth win of the year on Thursday night against Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (2-4-1), whom they tied 2-2 in last years meeting. With the win, SDC tied their season wins for the 2009 season.

Nicole Quintanilla put away the first goal for the Hawks in the 24th minute, which turned out to be the game winning one for SDC. Hannah Waggoner added two more goals in the 34th and 43rd minute to close out the game's 3-0 score.

Junior Katelyn Ogle completed the shut out, recording 8 saves in ERAU's 23 shots. Eagle's keeper Ciarra Pederson had 3 saves in her 90 minutes in goal.

SDC plays again, Friday, September 17th against Corban University, starting at 8:00pm at ERAU.

Hawks Fall in Three to No. 7 APU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-14T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 14, 2010 [Box Score][Cume Stat]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The team energy from Saturday's win over The Master's was stifled for the Hawks on Tuesday night, as they fell to No. 7 Azusa Pacific University, 25-21, 25-18, 25-13. APU improves to 2-1 in the GSAC and 14-1 overall, while the Hawks fall to 1-2 in the GSAC and 8-4 overall.

The Hawks put up 7 team blocks, 14 total block assists. Sophomore Kim McCalmont had 5 of the 14, along with 4 kills and three aces. Junior Lauren Howard (pictured left) led the Hawks with 8 kills, while Rachel Allen and Cassidy Mertens both had 13 assists in the effort. Sophomore Stephanie Rice (pictured left) was the team dig leader with 10.

From the first serve, the Hawks were energized, joined by a full bleacher of boisterous supporters. Service errors plauged both teams, keeping either team from entering into a rhythum in the early points. APU was the first to find that groove that allowed them to open a 17-11 lead. SDC continued to push forward, breaking the APU lead down to one, 19-20, on a block by Rachel Blair and McCalmont. The Cougars caught their wind on the service error on the next play to carry them through to the win in the first set.

SDC was close with the Cougars till 6-5 when the APU offense began to awaken. At 8-7, Raechel Jones served five straight points, giving APU a 12-9 lead. Those points gained on Jones serve would be key in the Hawks hopes for recovering the win in the second. Air slowly came out of their sails as each Hawk kill was returned with a Cougar kill, preventing them from gaining any substantial ground. APU took the set 25-18.

It seemed that SDC had regained their footing at the opening of the third set, starting with a McCalmont kill and ace. But points later, at 5-3, untimely errors poked at the Hawk momentum. At 7-8 APU, Jones entered her second serve streak where she gave APU 6 points, projecting them to a 25-13 win.

The Hawks travel to No. 2 California Baptist University on Saturday, September 18. First serve is scheduled for 7:00pm in Riverside.

2-1 in Double OT Win Goes to SOKA

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-14T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 14, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- SOKA (4-2) University suited up at San Diego Christian on Tuesday afternoon where the Lions defeated the Hawks (1-3, 0-0 GSAC) 2-1 in the 102nd minute of overtime.

SDC struck first in the early minutes, despite the speed SOKA came out with. Cesar Cruz touched a ball cross field from 30 yards out to Salvador Velasquez Jr. (pictured left). Velazquez finished far post from the left side to put the first point on the board. SDC moved the ball well throughout the first half, tiring out the Lions particularly physical style of play.

A few fresh legs for SOKA picked up their physicality once again, causing the referee to show a yellow to a Lion player in the 28th minute.SDC's Sophomore Cesar Cruz pounded two promising shots, but SOKA keeper Tim Sasser kept them from counting. The Hawks had 5 shots on goal in the 12 taken in the first. Freshman keeper Cameron Riley had 3 saves in the first.

The Hawks spent a majority of the second in the Lion half, shutting down most of SOKA's chances in their end. Opportunities were everywhere for the Hawks, but the finish didn't come after their initial strike in the opening minutes.

In the 82nd minute, Marco Ocampo scored the equalizer after breaking through a body to body tackle to win the ball. The Lions caught a new wind, sneaking behind the last man on two occasions. A tackle in the 87th minute, yielded a red card from the referee, taking one out of the Hawk midfield. From there, regulation ended in a 1-1 tie.

The both overtime periods were marked by desperate play on both sides. Both equally gave everything towards each play, hoping for that golden goal that would break the tie. In the second overtime, San Diego Christian fell into a defensive mode, trying to protect themselves from the dreaded sudden death goal. Minutes into the period, the Lions were deep in the Hawks box when Sho Hagihara slid the ball past Riley for the win.

La Sierra University is SDC's next opponent. They come to El Cajon on Tuesday, September 21, with a 5:00pm kick-off.

2-0 Win Over SOKA

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-14T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 14, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- A warm day in El Cajon hosted the match against San Diego Christian (3-1-1, 0-0 GSAC) and SOKA University (0-6), where the Hawks marked their third win of the season with a 2-0 victory over SOKA.

SDC's Kellie Brakebill (pictured left) scored two in the first 2 minutes of play. The first came on a square pass from Nicole Quintanilla that Brakebill one touch finished far post. The next play in the SOKA defense resulted in a corner kick that Brakebill bananaed off the back post for her second goal. The Hawks maintained possession for the better part of the half, putting up 17 shots giving SOKA keeper Katie Olson 4 saves.

SOKA's opportunity in the first was a close call for the Hawks, as Chelsie Lee poked the ball clear of the goal face at the last second.

The heat became a factor for SOKA's ten player squad in the second half, while Sabrina Biggers and Clare Wohfeil served ball after ball into the box, but the Hawks struggled to finish. The Hawks added 16 shots without a goal in the second. Olson finished with 13 saves.

The Lady Hawks go on the road for a two game stint in Prescott, Arizona at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where they take on ERAU on Thursday (Sept. 16), at 7:00pm and Corban University at 8:00pm on Friday (Sept. 17).

First GSAC Win, TMC Falls 3-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-11T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 11, 2010 [Box Score]
Newhall, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (8-3, 1-1 GSAC) Volleyball played their second GSAC game on Saturday, putting a 1 in the GSAC win column at Bross Gym against The Master's College (5-6, 0-2 GSAC) 25-23, 25-17, 25-23.

Senior Rachel Blair had 15 kills in the win, hitting .448 with 11 digs and an ace, while Freshman Cassidy Mertens added 22 assists. Sophomore Stephanie Rice tied Blair for the team lead in digs with 11.

The Mustangs pulled out to a 13-5 lead quickly with the help of three aces and a kill by Sam Dougherty. Senior Jessi Higgins put one away breaking the Hawks out of the stall at five points. SDC etched away at the Mustang lead that opened to a 7 point gap at one point. At 18-12, Sigourney Rockmore posted a point on a kill, that helped SDC push to a 21-21 tie. In the final points, key kills by Blair, Kim McCalmont and Lauren Howard tied up the first set in favor of the Hawks.

In the second set, SDC hit .524, working through an early TMC lead to capture the lead at 8-7 on a Mustang service error. The point gap waivered, but SDC kept a two-point cushion at its closest points, eventually closing out with a Rockmore kill and an 8 point difference.

Master's was in the hunt in the third set down to the wire, nearly sneaking through for the win, but two kills by Howard in the last points sealed the deal. TMC hit .053 in the third, finding 9 kills on 38 attempts. They posted six blocks in the match to SDC's three.

SDC hosts No. 7 Azusa Pacific University on Tuesday, September 14, with first serve at 7:00pm.

SDC, 4-0 Win Over Marymount

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-11T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 11, 2010 [Box Score]

El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (1-2, 0-0 GSAC) Men's Soccer pocketed their first win of the 2010 season in a 4-0 win over the Marymount College Mariners (2-2).

From the kickoff, Marymount came out with speed, dictating a high paced game. SDC's possession style game took a few plays to adjust to the speed of play, but once they did, plays began to develop for the Hawks.

It was a very physical contest, with even chances on both sides in the first half.

The referee settled the rough play verbally after 4 cards were issued, 2 per team. Marymount's pace slowed, while SDC kept the flow, leading to a goal streak for SDC.

Sophomore Cesar Cruz put the first goal away on a rebound off the keepers hands from a Jordan abad shot in the 31st minute. Then, Juan Valdivia buried the second goal in the last minute of the first half to put the Hawks up 2-0 going into the half.

SDC had 13 shots in the first, 9 on goal. Marymount had 4 shots, 2 on goal. Mariners Andrew Clemans had 7 saves in the first half.

The Hawks continuted the first half pace into the second half, while Marymount's lack of relief in the line up took a toll on their play.

Freshman Chase Stewart put away the third goal of the game in the 69th minute, followed the Hawks fourth goal on a header finish by Freshman Gustavo Mendoza off a Freddy Irigoyen throw-in that got through the defense.

Freshman Cameron Riley finished with 3 saves, while Clemans recorded 10 saves. SDC totaled 14 shots on goal in 21 attempts in the contest.

The men take the field again on Tuesday, September 14, against SOKA University beginning at 4:00pm.

Torres Scores Two in Win Over Marymount

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-11T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 11, 2010 [Box Score]

El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian Women's Soccer (2-1-1, 0-0 GSAC) took the field for their second game in two days, against Marymount College (1-4) defeating the Mariners 3-2.

Junior Liliana Torres powered the Hawk's offense, scoring on both shots she recorded.

The Hawks, still energetic from their win against Hastings College on Friday, dominated through the first, with some quality possession through the middle. Marymount had a dangerous opportunity in the 10th minute off an SDC handball at the top of the 18. The freekick, taken by Mariner Sarah Wheeler, went just wide of the right post.

Offsides calls haulted SDC's many threatening chances, causing them to settle for a 0-0 tie going into the second half.

Marymount struck in the opening minutes of the half, when Melissa Doiron switched the field to McKenna Reiser who finished back post, putting the Mariners up 1-0.

SDC responded ten minutes later on a long ball from Freshman Kristina Hernandez to Torres. Torres took a touch and shot far post, tying the score at one. Two minutes later, Torres hit a long shot from 30 yards out on the right side.

The momentum continuted when in the 67th minute, Senior Hannah Waggoner found the back of the net on a header from a long ball from Senior Sarah Le, scoring her first goal of the season.

SDC's forward charge was slowed on a foul call in their box that resulted in a successful penalty kick, bringing the Mariners within one with five minutes remaining.

MC's Andrea Poeschel had 6 saves, Senior Emily Garbez finished with one save and Junior Katelyn Ogle had one save as well. SDC had 17 shots, 9 on goal to Marymount's 9 shots and 4 on goal.

SDC has Monday off, then hosts SOKA University on Tuesday at 2:00pm, followed by the Men's game against SOKA at 4:00pm.

PR's at UCI Invitational

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-11T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 11, 2010 [M Results][W Results]
Irvine, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian Cross Country team took part in the Asics/UCI Invitational at the Anteater Regreation Center Field on Saturday morning.

Of the 98 runners that competed in the first 5k women's race, SDC's Hannah Lettau crossed first for the Hawks, with a 21:03.5 time for a 59th place finish. Katarina Medici finished in 67th place at 21:22.5. Claremont earned the top team spot with 44 points with three runners in the top ten.

For the men, Will Graham ran amongst competetors from Azusa Pacific, UC Irvine, Cal Poly and The Master's College. He finished with a time of 28:53.7 on the 8k course, over a minute and a half improvement from last weekends race.

The Hawks travel to Bakersfield for the Bakersfield Invitational on Saturday, September 25 with an early morning start.

No. 1 FPU Takes Hawks In Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-10T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 10, 2010 [Box Score]
Fresno, Calif. -- The ever challenging GSAC conference play began on Friday night for the Hawks (7-3, 0-1 GSAC) against the No. 1 ranked Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds (9-0, 1-0 GSAC), who have an overall record of 8-0 coming into the game. FPU captured their first GSAC win, 25-14,25-16, 25-16.

It was a tough day at the net for the Hawks. FPU outblocked SDC 10-5, and 16-6 in assists. Kim McCalmont led the Hawks in kills with 6, hitting .455, with a solo block and 2 assists in the match. Martina Gregusova had 15 kills, leading the charge for the Sunbirds, hitting above .414 as a team in each set. SDC topped out at .136 in the first.

During play, SDC, the definite underdog, led at one point, going up by one, 3-2, on a Sigourney Rockmore kill. Fresno pulled away 10-5, proceeding to blank the Hawks as they went on a 7-point run to a 17-5 lead. The Hawks totaled 6 kills in set one, while FPU put down 11. FPU took the set 25-14.

Fresno started with a 9-2 run, with SDC continually putting points on the board, coming with in four at 11-7. A kill by Kim McCalmont gave the Hawks their 16th point, but FPU kill leader Gregusova iced the win with her 10th kill. McCalmont was 5-for-7 on kills, hitting .714 through the second set. SDC struggled to complete the kills as Fresno marked 7 blocks and 12 block assists up to that point.

With their second lead of the match, the Hawks went up 6-4 in the third, but the gap was short lived as the Sunbirds rebounded on four kills and an ace to take a 9-8 lead. From there, the Sunbirds would push out seven straight points to 16-8. SDC added three Howard kills and one by Rockmore to come within 7 once again, but couldn't keep the fire going as FPU took the final set 25-16.

The Hawks come back towards San Diego on Saturday (Sept. 11), stopping in Newhall for their second GSAC match against The Master's College. Last year at TMC, the Hawks celebrated a GSAC win, beating the Mustangs 3-1. The match begins at 3:00pm at TMC.

Hawks Pull In First 2010 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-10T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 10, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks (1-1-1, 0-0 GSAC) took the field on Friday afternoon against the Hastings College (NE) Broncos (1-3, 0-0 GPAC) marking their first win of the 2010 season. The last time the two met, Hastings pulled out a 2-0 win at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in a two-game trip to Prescott, Arizona. This year, Hastings came to San Diego on a two-game road trip to play SDC and Cal State San Marcos (Sept. 12).

Melissa Avalos and Nicole Quintanilla were the goal scorers for the Hawks. Quintanilla received her first assist of the year.

HC owned a majority of the possession in the opening minutes, playing through the middle, finding feet on multiple occasions while holding SDC to a handful of forward moving opportunities. The Hawks quickly settled in, equalizing the amount of possession between both teams.

In the 14th minute, an interception in the Hawks defensive third built through the middle, untouched by the Broncos. The connections resulted in a shot by Melissa Avalos, from deep in the right corner of the 18, that found the left corner of the net. Quintanilla earned the assist on the Hawks first goal of the season.

Liliana Torres and Chelsie Lee were strong in the back for the Hawks, shutting down Bronco ground and air attempts at goal.

The Hawks had four shots on goal to the Broncos five. Megan Kreifels had three saves, while Katelyn Ogle had five saves including a nail biter in the final minute of the first. That shot by Bronco Amanda Olson sailed just over Ogle's glove, hit the crossbar and bounced down, nearly crossing the line to tie the game. It was Hastings' best chance in the first.

Not long into the second half, HC evened the score as a SDC defender brought a cross down to her feet just out of reach, and Esmeralda Lacayo snuck the ball in right under the crossbar from inside the 18.

Play continued fairly evenly, until SDC's Quintanilla hit a shot in the tight mix in the box. The shot rebounded off a Bronco defender and she put it away for the game winner. Emily Garbez finished out the game for the Hawks in the net, recording 4 saves. Hastings outshot the Hawks 16-12, 10-6 in shots on goal.

The Hawks take the field again tomorrow, Saturday, September 11, against Marymount College at 3:30pm in a double header with the men.

Howard Honored As NCCAA Student-Athlete of the Week

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-08T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 8, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- Junior Lauren Howard was selected as the NCCAA Division I Student-Athlete of the Week for the week of August 30th-September 5. She was awarded for her performance in the Hawks wins against Simpson University and Southwestern College in the NCCAA West Region Qualifying Tournament. Howard averaged 4.17 kills per game, .33 assists per game, 2.33 digs per game, had 6 aces on serves and 4 assisted blocks. Her attack percentage was 0.378.

Howard is San Diego Christian College's first NCCAA National Student-Athlete of the Week, with Volleyball's award coming in 2003.

SDC has pushed out to a 7-2 start, their best opening record in more than five years.

The Hawks next home game comes after two away games at Fresno Pacific University (Sept. 10, 7:00pm) and The Master's College (Sept. 11, 3:00pm) on Tuesday, September 14, against Azusa Pacific University at 7:00pm.

Men's and Women's Basketball Alumni Game, Oct. 9th

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-07T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 7, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College Basketball (Men's and Women's) will be hosting an Alumni event for all Christian Heritage College/San Diego Christian Basketball Alumni on October 9, 2010. Both alumni teams will be playing against the current SDCC Hawks teams. The women's game begins at 9:00am and the men's will begin at 11:00am. Lunch for all attending alumni and their families will be held immediately following the men's game. Come join the fun on October 9th!

Please click here for RSVP information.

2010 Season Opener, CSUF

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-07T14:54:00Z

Mon., Sept. 6, 2010 [M Results][W Results]
Brea, Calif. -- San Diego Christian Cross Country opened the 2010 season on Saturday at the CSU Fullerton Jammin Invitational With four returning runners and three new additions.

The men's race featured 18 teams and 197 runners. San Diego Christian had one runner in the men's race, Will Graham. He ran the 8K course in 30:30.1. As for the field, UCLA, the 6th ranked NCAA Division I team in the West Region, had all five runners finish in the top 7, taking the men's race with 23 points. Long Beach State and CSU Fullerton followed closley behind with 68 and 92 points, respectively.

The women finshed 21st in the women's race in the pack with major NCAA Division I power UCLA, who won the women's race, sweeping the top four slots. Shannon Murakami beat out her teammate by over 40 seconds for the first place finish with a time of 21:24.5.

Katarina Medici, a freshman from Pagosa Springs, Colorado, led the Hawks, running a 26:25.4, coming in 104th out of the 219 runners. Senior Hannah Lettau posted a 26:50.7 time, while newcomer Jackilyn Lowry ran a 27:03.9.

SDC takes to the trail again on Saturday, September 11, at the UC Irvine Invitational in Irvine, California.

Howard and Rockmore, 48 Kills in 2 Wins

Janelle Demchak — 2010-09-03T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Sept. 3, 2010 [SU Box][SWC Box]
Fullerton, Calif. -- The Hawks (7-2), new members of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), participated in the Western Regional Qualifier for the NCCAA Tournament on Friday at Hope International University. They played back to back games against Simpson University (3-1) and Southwestern College (AZ) (0-1), winning both, 25-23, 25-22, 25-17, 25-22 and 25-23, 25-15, 25-22, respectively.

Sigourney Rockmore and Lauren Howard dominated in the Simpson game, totalling 30 kills between the two (Rockmore, 17 and Howard, 13). Howard posted a .579 clip in 19 attempts with 7 digs and an ace and Rockmore hit .542 on 24 looks. Stephanie Rice had 21 digs in the back for the Hawks. Rachel Allen and Cassidy Mertens split assists; Allen had 24 assists, 9 kills, 3 aces and 2 block assists. Mertens had 22 assists on the game.

Simpson stunned the Hawks in the opening plays, taking a 6-1 lead. SDC positioned themselves to go ahead on a Rachel Blair kill at 11-11. The Hawks lead lasted until 22-21, as Simpson progressively chipped away at the SDC gap. At 22-22, an SDC attack error gave the Red Hawks the momentum they needed to pull out the win in set one.

After giving up the win in the final points in set one, SDC locked down, winning out the next three sets. In the second, Howard had seven kills and Rockmore added 5. The Hawks started with a lead, watching it dwindle and turn into a defecit at 5-8. A Howard kill would point the Hawks towards an eventual lead that they struggled to keep in the later points, but closed it out on three kills by the matches 'Big Two', Howard and Rockmore.

The Hawks advanced quickly in the third, going up 8-4, putting up multiple four point runs for every point Simpson scored after 12-9. Allen ended the set on a kill. The fourth was a reversal of the set where SDC fell in the final points. SU crumbled after their comeback at 20-20, losing the lead in the next play on a Rockmore kill. Rockmore would close out the match with her 17th.

Howard had a big game two as well, recording 12 kills, 2 aces, 7 digs and a block assist. Rachel Blair followed Howard with 10 kills on 20 attempts, hitting .500. Blair also had 9 digs. Mertens led the Hawks with 21 assists, while Rice recorded a team high 13 digs.

After the first SWC point, SDC held a small lead nearly the entire match, only falling behind by a point once on a service error at 15-16. The Hawks won the first set 25-23.

SDC out hit Southwestern .524 to .250 in the second set, pushing a 10-4 run to take a 19-9 lead. They wouldn't look back, committing one hitting error over the next 12 plays. The third and final set saw SDC hold a lead throughout, with both teams posting their lowest hitting percentages of the match.

Fresno Pacific University hosts the Hawks for their first GSAC conference game on Friday, September 10 at 7:00pm.

Second Half Win for PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-31T14:54:00Z

Tues., Aug. 31, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- The match between San Diego Christian (0-2) and Point Loma Nazarene University (2-0) got off to a late start on Tuesday, beginning after a double overtime extension on the women's game that played before. The delay didn't keep Loma down, as they put two second half goals away for the 2-0 win, their second of the season.

SDC, a quicker and more physical team than last year's squad, was a good match up for the Sea Lions. SDC's keeper, Cameron Riley, kept the Hawks at a 0-0 tie in the first half with acrobatic saves and assitance from the back line both in the air and on the ground.

In the second half, Loma's fitness propelled them through to their first goal of the match (65th), where Erick Melendez finished 7 yards out off a cross from Austin Robazzini.

A little over 15 minutes later, the Sea Lions would surge again, cashing in on a corner kick from Griffin Fuller that Joaquin Hernandez buried in the right side of the goal (81st).

The Hawks struggled for changes at goal, coming up with five opportunities, but only two on frame. Riley posted 5 saves, while PLNU's Keith Cline had 1.

SDC takes a breather before welcoming Marymount College to SDCC for a match on September 11 (Sat.) at 5:30pm.

Scoreless Tie Versus No. 2 Loma

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-31T14:54:00Z

Tues., Aug. 31, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- No. 2 Point Loma Nazarene University, cross town rivals and members of the Golden State Athletic Conference, hosted the Hawks on Tuesday in a non-conference game. The score was left at 0-0, an unexpected result through 110 minutes, seeing that Loma was the NAIA Runner up in 2009.

The game itself was a body-to-body struggle in the middle third of the field, with SDC building into the attacking thirds on occasion. Scrappy defensive work in the back by SDC resulted in 13 corner kicks for Loma, who was not without opportunity to put the game winner away.

Still scoreless in the final five minutes of regulation, SDC's Sarah Le broke past the scrambling defender's and diving keeper, pushing the ball towards the open net. Unfortuantely, the ball rolled just enough to the right to hit the post, deflecting away from following Hawks. SDC had only one shot on goal.

The match went into overtime, but the score stayed the same as tired legs held each side from getting the break they needed to towards goal. PLNU's best chance in their 8 shots on goal, came in the 93rd minute as the ball pinged around the 6 yard box, ultimately being blocked by a Hawk defender from crossing over the goal line.

First half starter Katelyn Ogle recorded 3 saves in the net and Emily Garbez, four saves, who also tended the goal through the overtime periods.

SDC has a short break in their schedule before playing September 10 (Fri.), against Hastings College at home at 4:00pm.

Hawks Go 3-1 in Seaside Invitational

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-28T14:54:00Z

Sat., Aug. 28, 2010 [BUKS Box][HTTX Box]
San Diego, Calif. -- On the final day of the Point Loma Nazarene University Seaside Invitational, the Hawks (5-2) faced two out of state teams, Baker University out of Kansas and Huston-Tilloston University from Texas. In the morning game, Baker defeated the Hawks in three games, 25-18, 25-23, 25-19, handing SDCC their second loss of the season. SDCC captured the final game against HTU quickly, 25-7, 25-13, 25-20.

Sigourney Rockmore led the Hawks with 9 kills against BU, hitting .421, while Cassidy Mertens had 19 assists and had a team high 10 digs. Kim McCalmont finished with 8 kills.

BU had game one from the first point, with the exception of a one point lead that SDC took on a 2 ace, 4 point serve streak by Rachel Allen. The Hawks struggled with the lines, missing kills by inches, while BU recorded 12 kills on the set.

SDC's best opportunity to take a set from the Wildcats came in the second set where the Hawks were hot on their trail, but couldn't gain a substantial lead. At 22-22, the Hawks went ahead on a Lauren Howard kill by one point. BU deflated the Hawks hope for the win, gaining the 2 final points on an ace and a kill by Brooke Pryor who led the team in kills with 10 and second in digs with 10. SDC hit .233 as a team to BU's .156 in the second.

The third set went similarly to the first. BU opened with a 4-0 run and did not look back. Junior Jessica Brazynetz had 2 aces at the tail end of a 4-0 run that brought the score to 18-22. Pryor finished the match off in Baker's favor with a kill.

The afternoon match ended the invitational on a high note. McCalmont hit .533, finishing with 10 kills and 2 block assists. Rachel Blair served 3 aces, collecting 9 kills and 6 digs over the match. Stephanie Rice led in digs with 10. Allen had 5 aces, 7 kills and 11 assists.

SDC hit a .625 clip in the first set, beginning with an energized 13-3 run, on 9 kills and 3 aces. The second set saw HTU take their first lead, but the Hawks would quickly recover, pushing out to a 13-4 run to a 16-7 lead. Allen finished off the set win with a kill.

HTU battled in the third, staying close with the Hawks up to an 8-8 score. SDC went on a 9-3 run, separating themselves to a 20-13 score shortly after. HTU pushed through their deficit, closing the gap to three at 24-21, but ran out of time as the Hawks took the set and the match on the next play.

In August, San Diego Christian was accepted into the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). SDC's next games on Friday (Sept. 3) at Hope International University, are NCCAA Tournament Qualifier games that will determine seating for the NCCAA Volleyball Tournament. The Hawks will go up against Simpson College (2:00pm) and Southwestern College of Arizona (4:00pm).

Hawks Win Out Day One, 3-0 and 3-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-27T14:54:00Z

Fri., Aug. 27, 2010 [WJU Box][RMU Box]
San Diego, Calif. -- The Hawks (4-1) kicked off Point Loma Nazarene University's Seaside Invitational with winning out day one's matches against William Jessup University and Robert Morris University. SDC powered through the WJU match, taking it in three, 25-21, 25-21, 25-20 and went four against Robert Morris University, winning 25-20, 24-26, 25-21, 25-19.

William Jessup went on a 6-1 run to start the first set, gaining their points on attack errors by the Hawks, but a kill by Freshman Sigourney Rockmore jumpstarted the SDC rebound. The Hawks recorded 7 kills to bring the score to 11-11. There were lead exchanges through to 15-15. From that tie, SDC held a one to two point lead through to the 25-21 win. Senior Rachel Blair went 7-7 on kills, finishing off the first set.

In the second set, the point gap was tight until WJU took a one point lead at 11-12 on a Hawk error. They proceeded to push ahead by 8 points, 20-12 seeming to cruise to a easy win. But it was a Senior Jessi Higgins kill on a set from Sophomore Rachel Allen that lit the 8 point blank that would give SDCC the one point lead at 21-20, eventually taking them into the 25-21 win.

SDC led the third set from 4-4 on, maintaining a 2 to 7 point lead over Warriors to close out the match. SDC hit .500 as a team with 19 kills in the third set. WJU put up 5.5 blocks during the match.

Blair was the kill leader for the Hawks, recording 16 kills, hitting a .640 clip. Close behind her was Junior Lauren Howard who put away 13 balls. Sophomore Stephanie Rice dug 11 balls to lead the team, while Rachel Allen has 24 assists and Freshman Cassidy Mertens posted 20.

RMU, a team out of Illnois, held their own in the first set, out hitting the Hawks .400 to .167. Not slowing down, SDC came from 3 points behind on a 16-8 run to squeak out the win. The match's second set went to RMU, who broke the seventh tie of the game, 24-24, with a kill by Sammi Cook.

The third and fourth sets saw SDCC hold the lead beyond the opening points, through to the win. Kim McCalmont had a solo block and 2 blocking assists, while Howard had 10 kills in the last sets. SDC posted their highest hitting of the match, .484 in the final set, finishing also with 6 team blocks.

Howard led the Hawks with 14 kills, followed closely by Rockmore with 13. Rice again led with 13 digs, while Blair recorded 3 aces serving .900 on 20 serves.

The Hawks return to PLNU on Saturday (Aug. 28) for games against Baker University (11:00am) and Huston-Tilloston University (5:00pm).

2nd Annual Hawks Volleyball Success

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-27T14:54:00Z

Fri., Aug. 27, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian Volleyball hosted their 2nd Annual Volleyball Camp for grades 1-12 over the week of August 2nd at San Diego Christian. Eight returning athletes along with a student assistant, assistant coach and Head Coach April Fisk, imparted their knowledge of the game into seventy aspiring athletes ranging from 1st grade to seniors in high school, an additional 45 athletes from the previous years camp.

The younger's (1st-6th grade) were instructed on basic skill development such as passing, serving, setting and hitting in the morning session. They learned the fundamentals in a fun competitive atmosphere with engaging games to teach them the skill while incoroporating laughter.

In the afternoon session, three courts ran for the 7th-12th grade group. There was a wide range of skill level ranging from no volleyball experience to those entering their senior year of volleyball with hopes of being scholarshiped to play in college. Coach Fisk and her staff set specific courts to cater to the skill level of the group. Overall, the staff taught and reviewed passing, setting, blocking and hitting technique, while also incorpotating defensive strategy and team strategy.

"Our players enjoyed working with the campers and experiencing the other side of volleyball," commented Coach Fisk, "It was a great opportunity for us to witness to young athletes who may or may not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It was also rewarding to see the returning campers game improved from last year."

Look for Hawks volleyball camp information to come in the spring/summer months of 2011!

Daemen Steals Opener in OT

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-25T14:54:00Z

Wed., Aug. 25, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Another hot day in El Cajon, hosted the season opener for the Hawks Women's Soccer team against Daemen College from Amherst, New York. The Hawks and Wildcats went 108 minutes, with the Wildcats taking the game in the first overtime on a long distance looping shot from the right side by Daemen's Kacey Bougard. Daemen starts the season off with a 1-0 record and San Diego Christian begins slowly with a 0-1 standing.

SDCC held control of the game until the final seconds, outshooting the Wildcats 21-7. Daemen had a total of 4 shots on goal to SDCC's 10.

A majority of the opening minutes were spent in the Daemen half where SDC pushed forward with connections out of the middle. SDC's Nicole Quintanilla held the middle combining with Christy James to create chances in the offensive third, but the Hawks couldn't put the ball away. Daemen began to put passes together around fifteen minutes in, but struggled to push through the SDCC defensive line.

Sarah Le had the closest opportunity in the 26th minute. She hit a shot around a Daemen defender hitting it off the right post from 10 yds out. Ogle had 3 saves in the first, holding the game scoreless.

SDCC's attack had the Wildcats on their heels in the opening minutes of the second half. The Hawks did well, winning 50/50 tackles that allowed their initial passes to find the nearest outlet to begin the attack.

With 26 minutes remaning, Kathlynn Reynoso had a header off a James corner came within inches of putting the Hawks in the lead. DC countered the SDC goal multiple times, but were a pass away from getting a quality shots off on keeper Emily Garbez. Garbez ruled the air in the second, stripping the Wildcats of connecting off the cross. Neither team could put the ball in the back of the net, ending regulation at a 0-0 tie.

The tie score carried the game into sudden death overtime. SDCC kicked off overtime with a shot on goal from Bianca Silva, but the Aurand was positioned to make the save. Four shots on goal in the first four minutes seemed to set SDCC up for putting the game away early in the OT. But in the last thirty seconds, Daemen's efforts paid off as a shot from 30 yards out found the unreachable corner for the goal.

The next showing for the Lady Hawks is on Tuesday, August 31 at 3:00pm in a non-conference game against conference rivals Point Loma Nazarene at PLNU.

Men’s Basketball Announces 2010-11 Most Recent Hawks

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-25T14:54:00Z

Wed., Aug. 25, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. –With their first true recruiting class, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Conrad Sun and his staff brought in twelve new faces (one senior, six juniors, and five freshmen) to the San Diego Christian campus for the 2010-11 season.

The lone senior is Cal State Dominguez Hills transfer, Aaron Tinsley. Tinsley, a graduate of Helix High School, spent his first two years at Grossmont Community College where he led the Griffins to a 17-15 record and second place in the Pacific Coast Conference. Tinsley is a 6’2 combo Guard who was also named to the All-Pacific Coast Conference First team. “Our Junior college transfers will be a great addition to our team this year,” commented Coach Sun, “They will be asked to contribute immediately. We know these players can come in and compete for significant roles on our team.” Recruiting efforts landed the Hawks two sets of teammates from Cuesta College and Victor Valley College.

Seth Koenig, a 6-foot-4 Forward and Xavier Myeville 6-foot-7, Forward will be entering their junior years at SDCC after both attending Cuesta College last season. Koenig and Myeville were two key contributors at Cuesta as they assisted their team to a 26-6 record including a 11-1 record in conference play.

The Victor Valley College pair, Tory Dudgeon and Tim Sanders, played on the 2008-09 Rams team that had a 19-15 record in the always challenging Foothill Conference. Dudgeon, a 6’5 Guard and Sanders, a 6’7 wing player, will both play essential roles on the team this season.

Benji Arvizu comes to SDCC from Diablo Valley College. Arvizu is a six foot three Guard who has the ability to play multiple positions effectively. In 2009-10, Arvizu helped DVC to a 17-12 season.

Last but not least is Calvin Seaberry. Seaberry is local alum of San Diego City College. He is a 6’3 power Forward who will bring maturity and leadership to the Hawks program.

The incoming freshmen class includes 6 foot Point Guard, Rafael Rodriguez (Dominican Republic) from the Army Navy Academy in Carlsbad, California. Rodriguez had a spectacular high school career, finishing his senior year by leading the Cadets to a 21-5 record and a CIF Division IV San Diego Section semifinals showing. Also joining the Hawks is Ben Bartz, a 6 foot 4 inch Guard out of Barrington High School in Chicago, Illinois, Keeko Moore out of San Diego’s Hoover High School , Shane Travers, a Guard from Arizona’s Westwind Prep and Luke Spoelstra, a Point Guard from Arrowhead Christian Academy .

IWU Takes Season Opener, 3-0

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-24T14:54:00Z

Tues., Aug. 24, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Indiana Wesleyan University came to El Cajon on Tuesday to play the Hawks in the opening game of the 2010 Men's Soccer season. San Diego Christian fell 3-0 to the Wildcats (1-0), starting the year with a 0-1 record.

Each team was escorted to the center line to start the game by the under 9 and under 10 year old teams from the San Diego Surf Soccer Club out of Del Mar, California.

The game was heavy on possession in the first half for both teams, with IWU having a majority of the shots on goal, with their closest chance coming off a shot by Austin Bock in the 9th minute. SDCC was eager to cash in on their forward momentum, so eager, they were haulted by offsides calls on four different occasions.

Both back lines were defensively strong in the first. George Gallegos consistently won balls on the ground for the Hawks and IWU's Mark Demchak took SDC's over the top chances down in the air, also winning a majority of 50/50 balls in the back. SDC's Cameron Riley had one save on a shot by Mitch Lobdell.

As play went on, the air cooled off, but Indiana Wesleyan heated up, mounting attacks out of the back and picking up pace. Their first goal hit the net in the 53rd minute by IWU's Erik Johnson on an unassisted sidevolley that hooked up and over the reach of SDC's keeper Cameron Riley. IWU's possession continued, tacking on another goal on a ball from Mitch Lobdell to Lucas Carpenter who hit a shot off the post. Zach Grantham followed the rebound, putting the Wildcats up by 2 (54). The third goal came in the 74th minute on a chipped cross from twenty-five out that Ross Tanzer finished on a one touch volley at the 16. SDCC pushed through, despite the 3-0 defecit, but couldn't find a result.

SDCC had one shot on goal in the loss, while Nick Platt (1-0) pocketed the win for the Wildcats. Riley ended with 2 saves.

The Hawks take on conference rival Point Loma Nazarene University in a non-conference game on Tuesday, August 31 at PLNU at 5:00pm.

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Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-24T14:54:00Z

Tues., Aug. 24, 2010
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Hawks Down HNU For Second Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-20T14:54:00Z

SDC 3 | HNU 1

Thurs., Aug. 20, 2010 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- In their last game of the Cougar Classic, San Diego Christian College faced off against Holy Names University (Oakland, California) two hours after their first win of the season over Black Hills State University. SDCC defeated HNU 11-25, 25-14, 25-16, 25-22, improving their record to 2-1 as HNU fell to a 1-4 record. SDC is now 2-1 against Holy Names University, having played them twice in non-conference matches in 2009.

Rachel Blair was the kill leader for the Hawks, recording 14, one shy of her career high 15 kills. Rachel Allen had 11 kills, 20 assists and three block assists in the win. Freshman Cassidy Mertens posted 25 assists while Stephanie Rice led the team in digs with 19. Kim McCalmont had 9 kills, hitting a .500 clip with three block assists as well.

In game one, errors got the best of SDCC early on, allowing HNU to go on a 18-4 run that the Hawks couldn't recover from. HNU had two aces and three blocks against SDC in game one, hitting .324 as a team.

SDC got out quickly to a 3-0 lead on three kills, to which HNU immediately responded with four kills of their own. It was a small point battle, with both Hawks exchanging leads. Then at 6-5, two HNU errors and a kill by Kim McCalmont sparked a run that would put SDC up by as many as five. Rachel Blair's kill at 15-11 earmarked the final 10-3 streak that made it a 1-1 standing.

Similar to game two, SDC jumped out to a 3-0 start, a lead they would foster until HNU's Rebecca Chase put away her tenth kill bringing them within one at 11-10. From 15-12, Sigourney Rockmore had 3 kills and a block (with Rachel Allen). Rachel Blair finished off the Hawks 25-16 win with three consecutive kills on assists from Cassidy Mertens.

The fourth game began with an HNU lead that would give way to twelve tie points, until the 7th kill of the match by newcomer Kaitlen Laine allowed SDCC to break away, winning the fourth game 25-22.

SDCC's .303 attack was the highest of the three matches played this weekend at the Cougar Classic.

The next game for the Hawks is a part of the Seaside Volleyball Tournament hosted by Point Loma Nazarene University. Game one of that tournament is against William Jessup University at 11:00am on Friday, August 27.

SDCC First Win, Howard 22 Kills

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-20T14:54:00Z

SDC 3 | BHSU 1

Fri., Aug. 20, 2010 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- After coming off the loss to Viterbo University on Thursday, SDCC suited up to take on Black Hills State University on Friday, winning out against the Yellow Jackets in four, 21-25, 25-22, 25-23, 25-21. With the win, the Hawks are now 1-1 and Black Hills State drops to 0-2.

Lauren Howard led the team with 22 kills on 40 attemps for a .500 clip, falling 2 shy of her 24 kill personal high. Senior Rachel Blair posted 10 kills and 12 digs. Both Rachel Allen and Cassidy Mertens had 23 assists for SDCC, while sohpomore Stephanie Rice had a team high 21 digs on the match.

BHSU started off game one with a 3-0 run, maintaining that gap until a kill by Howard brought the game to a 8-9 score. Another Howard kill would set the Hawks up to tie the game for the first time at 10. An error, ace and two blocks pushed BHSU to a 10-17 lead. The Hawks fought back, but were unable to gain the edge. Howard had 6 kills, hitting a .667.

SDCC marked their first lead of the match in game two, putting up the first two points, but BHSU quickly regained a lead on the teams' 5th ace of the day. The two teams fought back and forth for the lead, but neither led by more than 2 points until SDC stretched their lead to 4 at 16-12. Rachel Allen set up Jessi Higgins and Howard for two points that would keep SDCC ahead at 20-19, projecting them to their first win of the tournament.

Game three fell in favor of SDCC early with the help of Kim McCalmont, who posted 2 blocks, one in conjunction with Rachel Allen. The favor began to slip when BHSU's Maggie O'Neill served two aces, giving the Yellow Jackets a 10-13 lead. But SDCC found the upper hand in the struggle, closing out their second win on a kill by McCalmont.

With the fire still in them from winning the two previous games, the Hawks rallied behind Howard's 9 kills taking the match for their first win of the season.

SDCC takes on Holy Names University on Friday (Aug. 20) at 2:00pm PST.

Viterbo Sweeps Hawks in Season Opener at APU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-19T14:54:00Z

SDC 0 | VUWI 3

Thurs., Aug. 19, 2010 [Box Score]

Azusa, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (0-1) volleyball kicked off the 2010 season at the Azusa Pacific University hosted Cougar Classic. The first of three tournament matches took place Thursday night against Viterbo University (2-1), who handed the Hawks their first loss of the season in three, 21-25, 20-25, 19-25. Junior Lauren Howard led the Hawks with 9 kills, while sophomore newcomer, Kim McCalmont added 8 kills on a .312 hitting.

Thursday's match up was the first ever between these two schools. In 2009, VU recorded a 31-11 season, qualifying for the NAIA Volleyball Championships for the first time in the schools history. Opening the season against such a team is in SDCC's favor, as they are no stranger to championship caliber competition, with five of the GSAC conference teams typically ranking in the NAIA's top 10 during conference play.

Game one saw no more than a four point lead for either side. Viterbo, with two matches under their belt coming into the match, rallied for 14 kills in the game, closing out the win for the V-Hawks with two aces by Mandi Baumeister.

In game two, VU pulled out to a 7-2 lead, but SDCC etched away the gap riding on a few errors by the V-Hawks, kills by Lauren Howard, Sigourney Rockmore and Rachel Blair, and a timely block from Kim McCalmont and Rachel Allen. Shortly after SDCC slowed the V-Hawk charge at 10-12, VU capitalized on SDC errors, carrying a two to four point cushion through to the win.

VU opened game three with three kills to a 4-0 lead. That lead would be short lived as SDC began putting balls away, tying the game three times early on. A kill by McCalmont brought the Hawks within one at 13-14, but VU went on a 9-3 run seeming to extinguish SDCC's chances for a fourth game. SDCC responded with 4 points, catching new life, but were edged out by the V-Hawks, ending with a 25-19 score.

Stephanie Rice had 13 digs for the Hawks. Freshman setter Cassidy Mertens recorded 13 assists and Rachel Allen had 16 assists.

The Hawks have two games on Friday (Aug. 20) to round out their play in the Cougar Classic. They face off first against Black Hills State University at 10:00am and Holy Names University at 2:00pm.

Lady Hawks Show Well Against Miramar

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-19T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Aug. 19, 2010
San Diego, Calif. -- The San Diego Christian Women's Soccer team scrimmaged on Wednesday against the San Diego Miramar College Jets in their first appearance as the 2010 Lady Hawks.

SDCC held control in the first forty minutes, with one sub, keeping a 1-0 lead on a goal by senior Sarah Le off a ball from sophomore new comer, Christy James. The Jets struck in the last five minutes of the scrimmages third twenty minute period to tie the match at 1.

"The keepers played well in the net," commented Head Coach Danny Salas, "and overall I thought we played well against a team who finished really well last season." Miramar was 16-4-1 overall last year, finishing second in the Pacific Coast Athletic Conference with a 14-2 record.

The Hawks will play one last scrimmage at home (Thurs., Aug 19 @ 6:00 pm) before officially starting their season with a home opener against Daemen College on Wednesday, August 25th at 4:00pm.

Fast and Focused: 2010-11 Women's Basketball Season Outlook

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-12T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Aug. 12, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- The SDCC coaching staff is optimistic about this upcoming season. With only two returners, recruiting has changed the face of the Hawks to a faster paced, defense-focused, scrappy team. Coach Kelsey Dillon and Assistant Coach Irvin Jerry recruited players that fit well into this system and are confident the girls chosen will get the job done. This year’s additions were rooted in winning programs at their previous schools, which will help prepare them for the college level and to improve the Lady Hawk program.

The two returning players are the Hawks' sole seniors this season. Melissa Villalobos “will thrive in the new system as she naturally plays scrappy and was the fastest player on the team last year ” said Coach Dillon. “She loves to run the floor, she's scrappy on defense, and can shoot the three well in a good system. We have the ability to get her good shots this year, as well as have the defense to create easy layups.” The other returner, Arlene Kaleopa, is a player who can play inside and out. She creates her own shots and can be a threat from various spots on the floor.

The 2010-11 team is comprised of five junior transfers, coming from various colleges in Southern California. Brittany Robinson from Grossmont College and Ashley Mason from College of the Canyons are two key players that will instantly impact the program. Robinson is a “combo player that can shoot from behind the arc, take her man off the dribble, and post up and finish inside” commented Coach Dillon, “She is a great leader, great competitor and encourager.” Mason brings “an incredible athleticism to the team we have never had before” remarked Dillon, “She is a post player that is fast, can handle the ball, finishes well, and can really jump. She will be a key asset to our success in running full court defenses.” Jasmin Thomas (Citrus College) and Michelle Gonzalez (Grossmont College) are quick, have solid work ethic and great floor vision, setting them in a major role for running the team from the point position. The fifth transfer, Juanita Lewis, is a solid post player who is strong on the boards and brings a fiery attitude.

Nine decorated freshmen have been brought in to round out the 2010-2011 roster: Mariah Bennett (West Hills HS), Sabrina Jiminez (Granite Hills HS), Alexa Davison (Cleveland HS), Jermani Daniels (Blaier Muir HS), Hanna Miller (Pioneer Valley HS), Heather Servin (Torrey Pines HS), Melanie Lombardi (Christian Life Academy), Aja Walker (Wood HS) and Rebekah Castellow (Southwest HS).

"We have never had a freshman class of this caliber since I have coached here”, Dillon said excitedly, “I am looking forward to watching this group of girls work together and grow over the next four years. They are all hard working, have great attitudes and personalities, and want to help us change this program around. Truth be told, this is their team- they will be a part of the beginning of this new era and will get to see the program change over their careers."

Fourteen Sign to Women's Basketball

Janelle Demchak — 2010-08-02T14:54:00Z

Mon., Aug. 2, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. – San Diego Christian announces fourteen new additions to the 2010-2011 Women’s Basketball team.

Brittany Robinson (San Diego, California), a 5’10 junior transfer from Grossmont College, “brings great leadership, work ethic and intensity,” said Head Coach Kelsey Dillon. “She is a great defender as well as a threat on the offensive end.” Robinson attended Horizon High School in San Diego, serving as captain of the Panthers Basketball team for two years. At Grossmont, she received the Best Defensive Player award in 2008 and Pacific Coast Conference Player of the Week in January 2010 for the Griffins.

Michelle Gonzalez (El Cajon, California) is a “very quick and intelligent point guard,” commented Coach Dillon. “Her scrappy defense will lead our fast break style game well.” Gonzalez is a transfer junior from Grossmont College in El Cajon, California.

A junior transfer from Citrus College, Jasmin Thomas (Buffalo, New York), brings “creativity with the ball and a great personality” to the SDCC basketball squad according to Coach Dillon. “She is a quick, athletic guard who will be an important part of our running/pressing game.” Thomas was awarded the Scholar Baller Academic Award in 2010 at Citrus.

Ashley Mason (Inglewood, California), a 5’10 forward from College of the Canyons (COC). She is an “unbelievable athlete who can run the floor and jump out of the gym.” said Coach Dillon. “We look forward to her dominating the boards and creating havoc at the top of our press. Mason was a contributor to multiple championships for the Redondo Union High School Seahawks basketball program from 2005-2008. She was the conference champion in 2010 for COC’s track and field team.

Mariah Bennett (Santee, California) a freshman point guard/guard from Santee, California comes to SDCC offering “great defensive skills and a personality that lights up the room”, said Coach Dillon. Bennett helped the West Hills win its second straight Division II title in 2010. In 2010, she ranked 7th in the conference and 14th in steals in 31 games for the Wolf Pack. Bennett earned multiple league, MVP and Player of the Week awards while at West Hills.

Sabrina Jiminez, a 5’8 freshman guard and San Diego native, is a “hard worker 100% of the time,” said Coach Dillon, “with good basketball IQ.” This past year, Jiminez, a decorated athlete for Granite Hills High School in basketball, was awarded Player of the Year in the Grossmont Hills League in 2010 for her efforts on the court (totaled 447 points, 129 assists, 139 rebounds and 75 steals).

The seventh addition to the SDCC basketball team comes out of Granda Hills, California, Alexa Davison, a freshman guard/forward. Davison is a “versitle post player that is tough on the boards,” commented Coach Dillon. “She plays great, fundamental defense, which is a welcomed addition to the teams’ arsenal.” Davison participated in track and field and basketball for the Cleveland High School Cavaliers, earning the Village Scholar-Athlete award in 2010.

Dual sport athlete, Aja Walker, will be joining both the women’s basketball team and volleyball team at SDCC in the fall. The 6’0 forward hails from Charleston, South Carolina and is a “great hard-working athlete with a lovable personality,” according to Coach Dillon.

Melanie Lombardi (Poway, California) comes to SDCC from Christian Life Academy in Escondido, California. Lombardi, a 5’5 freshman guard, is a “deceivingly creative offensive player with incredible work ethic,” said Coach Dillon. “She has a positive attitude all of the time and is very encouraging to her teammates.” While at CLA, she was a part of two CIF Championships, earning multiple awards. She totaled 534 points in 2010.

Hannah Miller, a freshman out of Santa Maria, California, is “another quick guard who can shoot the ball from the outside,” said Coach Dillon, “and plays aggressively on the defensive end.” While at Pioneer Valley High School, Miller participated in volleyball, basketball and track. She earned 1st and 2nd All-League team honors in basketball.

Jermani Daniels is a 5’10 freshman out of Alta Dena, California. Coach Dillon describes Daniels as a “fundamental, tough post player who does all the little things a coach loves to see out of their players.”Daniels attended John Muir High School, earning All-Area honorable mention in 2008 and participated in the 2010 Tribune All-Star game.

Heather Serven (San Diego, California) is a five foot nine freshman guard from Torrey Pines High School who “will provide a threat from the outside as well as causing mismatches for smaller guards on the block,” said Coach Dillon. “She is also one of the best three-point shooters coming out of San Diego County” scoring 1,281 career points. Serven is one of the most decorated incoming freshman for the Hawks, having been selected for multiple San Diego area tournament teams, 1st and 2nd All-North County teams, 1st team All Avocado League (2008-10), 1st team All-Academic and two-time MVP for Falcons basketball in her tenure at Torrey Pines.

Rebekah Castellow is “a small, but scrappy guard who plays 100% of the time” said Coach Dillon, “she has a strong love for the Lord and basketball.” The five foot four Castellow, a San Diego native, comes to the Hawks having graduated from Southwest High School (San Diego) this past June.

A forward transfer from LA Valley College, Juanita Lewis comes to the Hawks having earned First team honors from 2007-2009 for the Monarchs. She is a “smaller post player with heart that makes her appear to be six feet tall,” said Coach Dillon. “She is a beast on the board with competitive attitude.”

Seven Sign for 2010 Season, Volleyball

Janelle Demchak — 2010-07-21T14:54:00Z

Wed., July 21, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. – San Diego Christian announces seven players who have committed to play volleyball at San Diego Christian College this coming season. Sigourney Rockmore, a freshman right side hitter from Fullerton, California comes to the Hawks from Fullerton Union High School. She earned 1st and 2nd team All-League honors for basketball and volleyball for the Indians. “Sigourney brings a dynamic to the team with her intensity and her great offensive attack ability,” said Head Coach April Fisk. “She will team up well with our other offensive threats.”

Mariah Boelk is a six foot freshman middle hitter from Walnut Creek, California. Boelk has received 1st and 2nd team All-League honors in her time with the Eagles at Berean Christian High School. “She has a great arm swing and is versatile,” says Coach Fisk. “We are looking forward to having her quickness and height in the middle of our net.”

Freshman setter, Cassidy Mertens, from Cypress, California has “great setter hands,” said Coach Fisk, “she also has a great ability to push the ball into the pin or quick to the middles with ease.” Mertens earned 1st team All-League honors in 2009 for the Centurions of Cypress High School.

Aja Walker, a freshman middle hitter from Charelston, South Carolina, “brings a great intensity to the game” according to Coach Fisk. Standing 5’11”, “she has amazing jumping ability,” said Coach Fisk, “she is a true athlete that is going to fill our MH position very well.” Walker attended Will C Wood High earning All-District honors for volleyball for the Wildcats.

Kim McCalmont comes to the Hawks from Colorado Christian University where she earned All-Regional honors in the NCCAA. McCalmont is a six-foot outside hitter from San Diego, California. According to Coach Fisk, Kim is an “outstanding attacker and brings quite a bit of versatility as a player.”

Junior transfer from Grossmont and San Diego native, Kaitlen Laine will join the Hawks in the 2010 season as an outside hitter. “Kaitlen is one of the hardest workers that have come through our program,” said Coach Fisk, “she is always gives her all and is a very powerful attacker in the front court.” In 2009, Laine received an academic award in Biology, her major, for the highest grade point average in the biology major.

Shelby Broberg joins the Hawks this season as an outside hitter. Broberg is a freshman out of Bend, Oregon where she played four years of volleyball for the Mountain View HS Cougars. She earned All-League honors in 2009 for the Cougars. “Shelby is a diligent student of the game, “commented Coach Fisk,”we will look to her to help bring a strong offensive front throughout the season.”

2010 Schedules Released

Janelle Demchak — 2010-06-17T14:54:00Z

The Hawks 2010-2011 schedules have been posted for Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Volleyball, Men's Basketball and Women's Basketball!

Eleven Seniors

Janelle Demchak — 2010-05-01T14:54:00Z

Sat., May 1, 2010 [1][2][Final Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- SDCC (10-34,10-26 GSAC) and Fresno Pacific (31-13,23-13 GSAC) faced off in the final regular season games for the GSAC conference. Fresno Pacific took both games on SDCC Senior Day, 10-5 and 12-7.

In the first inning, Fresno Pacific's Jared Coleman's 7th home run of the season brought home two runs, putting Fresno up 2-0 from the start. FPU held the 2-0 lead until the top of the fourth when Dwight Nixon hit his first home run of the year, making it 4-0. After a two out bases loaded situation, two more runs came across, putting the Hawks down 6-0 going into the bottom of the 4th.

The Sunbirds scored one more in the top of the 5th, but SDCC came alive in the bottom of the 5th. Ruben Hinojosa doubled down the left field line t.o start off the three run rally for the Hawks. A single by Dominic Neocoechea, double by Scott Whittet and the third single of the game by Ryan Inverso completed the streak.

Nixon hit a 2-1 two out home run to right in the FPU 7th. That home run was Nixon's second of the day and year. It was also the third two-run home run of the game. In the SDCC 7th, Neocoechea tripled, coming home on a RBI ground out by Anthony Velasco.

SDCC would score one more run in the 8th, ultimately falling 10-5.

Hawks starter China McCarney (4-5) went four innings, giving up 6 runs on 7 hits, striking out three. Submariner Kelyn Schellenberg pitched a complete game, giving up 5 runs on 12 hits, striking out three as well.

Inverso went 3-for-4 ending with 2 RBI's. Neocoechea wad 2-for-3 with a triple. FPU's Nixon was 2-for-3 with two home runs for 5 RBI's.

Game two opened up with a walk to Whittet, followed by Perez's 12th double of the year. A ball hit by Mike Bando richehted off of the umpire, freezing the runners and awarding Bando a single to load the bases with no outs. A run scored on a ground out double play, then Hinojosa hit his 6th double of the season to bring in the second run. The Hawks chased out starting pitcher Sean Cunningham in the first, taking their first lead of the series, 2-0.

A mixture of errors and hits brought four runs home on six hits in the top of the third gave FPU the 4-2 lead. Mike Bando hit his 9th home run, bringing the Hawks within one.

A string of hits brought a run in, loading the bases with one out. Case Rigby, who came into the second half of the series batting .413, hits a bases clearing triple to right center followed by a double by Andrew Douglas (17), who would later score on a wild pitch. FPU led 10-3 going into the bottom of the fourth.

Two more runs for the Sunbirds came in the sixth, making it 12-3.

China McCarney (1) doubled in Hinojosa for the fourth run in the top of the 7th. Velasco doubled in two runs, taking home on a wild pitch, but it was all FPU would allow.

Mike Bando was 2-for-2 with an RBI. Hinojosa was 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

Matt Mazzoni (6-2) received the win for the Sunbirds in 6 innings. He gave up 5 runs on 4 hits, striking out 9. SDCC's Ryan Fischer (1-2) going 4 innings giving up 10 runs on 12 hits, striking out 2.

There were eleven seniors that were honored after the game: Fito Grijalva, Grantland Walker, Donald Arthur, Sergio Guzman, Beau Polvorosa, China McCarney, Ryan Fischer, Ruben Hinojosa, Anthony Velasco, Luis Perez, and Scott Whittet.

Grijalva pitched in 63.1 innings in 13 games. He finished 2-8 overall with one save and a 6.82 era. He struck out a season high of 6 batters against Fresno Pacific University. Walker played second base for the Hawks for 2 years seeing the plate 103 times in 51 games. He recorded 19 hits and 18 RBI's. Held a .917 fielding percentage in 2009 in 27 games.

Arthur has been with the Hawks for three years, pitching 75.1 innings in 33 games, with a 4-9 record. With the bat, Arthur saw 152 at bats in 81 games. He recorded 46 hits, 24 RBI's. He batted .333 in 2009 and had a .714 slugging percentage in 2008. Donald has been a Designated Hitter, First Baseman and Pitcher in his career at SDCC.

Guzman, in his first year with the Hawks, pitched 37 innings in 8 games. He finished 1-5 overall with a 7.05 era. He held opposing teams to a .287 batting average and recorded 25 strikeouts.

Polvorosa in his two years with the Hawks, held a 3.86 era in 2008, pitching 14 innings in 12 games. In 2010, he pitched 8 innings in 9 games for the Hawks.

McCarney in his first year with the Hawks, was ranked 43rd in Division 1 for total innings pitched with 71.0, pitching 75 on the season. He pitched in 13 games, ending with a 4-5 record with one save and a 5.16 era. He recorded 59 strikeouts. Opposing teams batted .268 against him in 2010.

Fischer pitched 48.2 innings in 21 games finishing with an 0-3 record with one save. In 2010, he was 1-2 pitching 28.1 innings in 17 games.

Hinojosa played two years for SDCC. He saw the plate 288 times in 87 games with the Hawks. He recorded a total of 10 home runs, 91 hits, and 49 RBI's in his career. His career batting average is .316. Went 4-for-5 against Vanguard University in 2010.

In 2 years with SDCC, Velasco played in 71 games, seeing the plate 142 times. He recorded 41 hits and 18 RBI's. Batted .289 in his career with the Hawks. Anthony also pitched 5 innings for the Hawks, facing 21 batters, striking out 5.

Whittet is the only current Hawk from the inagural San Diego Christian Baseball team from 2007. Scott has started in 87 of the 133 games he has plated in, seeing the plate 351 times. He batted .353 for his career. Scott batted .416 in 2009 in the top 5 of GSAC batting averages. He recorded 124 hits, 14 doubles and 7 home runs for 55 RBI's. He was walked 34 times and stole 36 bases. Scott recorded one error in four years of playing in the outfield for a career .996 fielding percentage. He is ranked number 1 in Division 1 with a flawless season in the outfield.

The Hawks finished the season with an overall record of 10-34, and a 10-26 record in the GSAC conference.

Hawks Fall 16-1 to FPU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-29T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Apr. 29, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Fresno, Calif. -- Game two at No. 24 Fresno Pacific (29-13, 21-13 GSAC) went to the Sunbirds by a 16-1 score over the Hawks (10-31, 10-24 GSAC).

Fresno Pacific had five three-run innings, totaling 15 of their 16 runs in the game. Four home runs were included in their 17 hits.

SDCC scored their lone run in the 8th inning, held to only five hits throughout the contest. Mike Bando went 3-for-4, hitting his tenth double of the season. Luis Perez 1-for-3 bringing in the Hawks only run.

Donald Arthur took the loss for the Hawks going 3.2 innings giving up six runs on six hits, striking out three. FPU's Michael Rivera (4-0) gave up no runs on 4 hits, striking out seven in six innings.

FPU comes to East County on Saturday, May 1, to round out the regular season. First pitch of game one of the double header is scheduled for 12:00pm.

Sunbirds Take Game One

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-29T14:54:00Z

Wed., Apr. 28, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Fresno, Calif. -- It was a rough outting for the Hawks (10-31, 10-23 GSAC) after the bus ride to Fresno, where they fell to the No. 24 Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds (28-13, 20-13 GSAC), 13-5.

Fresno wasted no time, posting three runs on four hits in the first inning with two runs coming off a home run to center by Case Rigby (8). Jeff Taylor (2) led off the second inning by homering to center, opening the door for three additional runs to cross home in that inning, making it 7-0 in the second.

SDCC was held scoreless through five innings, squeezing out a mere 2 hits. In the top of the 6th, that changed as a string of singles brought home three runs, making it 9-3 going into the bottom of the 6th. But a three-run 6th for the Sunbirds widened their lead to 9.

SDCC's final two runs were posted in the 8th inning on a home run to left center by Ruben Hinojosa (5), who went 2-for-4 with three RBI's. Gabriel Item was also 2-for-4 on the day.

In 6 innings, Fito Grijalva (2-8) gave up 12 runs on 13 hits, striking out 6. FPU's David Hawes (4-4) received the win, going 8 innings, giving up 5 hits, 5 runs and striking out 11 of the 33 batters he faced.

SDCC remains in Fresno for the second game on Thursday, April 29. The first pitch is scheduled for 2:00pm. FPU will travel to SDCC on Saturday (May 1) to close out the regular season.

Split Series With Concordia

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-26T14:54:00Z

Mon., Apr. 26, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (10-30,10-21 GSAC) came into the second half of the four game series up 2-0, for the second time this season. Unfortuantely, the Concordia University (24-21, 11-22 GSAC) Eagles kept the Hawks from executing the sweep, taking both games 6-5 and 7-4.

After a quiet first, CUI began the second inning with a one out double to center by Chris Lum (9). 3 batters later, Hawks starter Joey Schumer found himself in a bases loaded situation, but escaped clean thanks to an inning ending double play.

A two out double down the right field line by Ryan Inverso (5) in the third brought home the first run of the game. Responding in the top of the 4th, the Eagles posted 2 runs on three hits to go up 2-1.

Two hit batters and an error on the pitcher loaded the bases in the bottom of the 4th with one out. Ealges starter gave up a deep single to center that brought two runs home, making it 3-2 SDCC.

A one out three-run home run to center by Danny Casey (5) put the Eagles back up in the 6th. The Hawks went into the bottom of the 6th down by 2.

Walk, single, double tied the game. Max Ouellette hit his 7th double of the season and his 4th RBI of the game. CUI quickly regained the lead in the 7th on a 1-0 home run to left center by Matt Ivanhoff (3). CUI would hold the Hawks at bay through the ninth, winning game one 6-5.

Ouellette went 2-for-4 with a double and 4 RBI's. CUI's Casey was 2-for-3 with a home run and 4 RBI's.

Shawn Nicolaides (0-1) took the loss for the Hawks. Dean Persinger is now 3-2, making it through 6 innings giving up 5 runs on 7 hits, striking out 6. Jacob McBride earned his first save of the year.

Mike Bando (8) started the action in game two with a 1 out home run to left field, as a part of a two run 2nd inning that put the Hawks up 2-0.

CUI's 2 runs in the fourth inning began with a double, helped along by two infield errors to tie the game at 2.

Kyle Konicek singled to right advancing to second on an error by the right fielder to lead off the CUI 6th. A walk to Chris Lum and a bunt single that failed to roll foul on the third base line loaded the bases with no outs. A sac fly brought home the tie breaking run, giving CUI the lead going into the bottom of the 6th.

A 2-2 count home run over the left field wall by Scott whittet tied the score again at 3.

An RBI double by Neocoecha brought home the go ahead run in the bottom of the 8th to put the Hawks up 4-3 with CUI's last ups left. CUI tied it up, loading the bases with one out. A sacrifice fly by Konicek brought home the insurance run, then the flood gate opened on an error, bringing home 2 more. CUI would go on to win 7-4.

Hawks starter Ryan Fischer went 5 innings giving up 3 runs on 4 hits, striking out 5. Donald Arthur took the loss for SDCC going 2 and a third. Blake Harrison (2-1) earned the win with an innings work.

Luis Perez was 2-for-3 with a double. Matt Ivanoff was 3-for-5 witha triple and a double.

SDCC travels to No. 24 Fresno Pacific University on Wednesday (Apr. 28) for a single game scheduled to begin at 5:00pm.

Two-Game Sweep at CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-24T14:54:00Z

Sat., Apr. 24, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Irvine, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (10-28, 10-20 GSAC) swept the Concordia University (CA)(22-21, 12-18 GSAC) Eagles on Saturday, 4-3 and 4-2.

SDCC scored two runs in the second on four hits. In the CUI second, Hawks starter China McCarney hit the lead off batter, who would later come around to score. Concordia tied the game at 2-2 in the top of the fourth on McCarney's 6th hit by pitch of the day.

Mike Bando's third double of the game in the fifth brought in the third run for the Hawks, giving them a 3-2 lead. CUI tied the game up once again in the 8th on a RBI single by Matt Ivanhoff.

Ryan Inverso (5) answered in the top of the 9th with a home run to right center, giving SDCC the 4-3 win. Inverso went 2-for-4 with an RBI on the home run.

Bando went 3-for-4 with an RBI, hitting 3 doubles (9, 10, 11). Dominic Necoechea was 2-for-3 in game one.

McCarney (4-4), pulled it together for the win, giving up 7 hits and three runs through 8 innings, striking out 6. Donald Arthur was credited with his first save of the year. Bennett Whitmore went 8 innings, giving up 14 hits and 4 runs in the loss. He struck out four.

In game two, Whittet led off with a single to short starting off the 4-run inning in the top of the 3rd. The CUI third cut the Hawk lead in half on a two run home run by John Hill (5). There would be a total of five hits throughout the remaining innings, but the game would hold at the 4-2 score in favor of the Hawks.

Bando was 1-for-3 for 2 RBI's. Ruben Hinojosa was 2-for-2, including his fifth double of the season, crossing home on Bando's 2 RBI single in the third. Necoechea was 1-for-3 with an RBI. Whittet was 2-for-4 with a double (8) and a stolen base (9). CUI's John Hill went 2-for-3 holding the Eagles lone 2 runs.

Fito Grijalva (2-7) went the full seven innings, giving up two runs on five hits. Josh White (1-1) took the loss for the Eagles, owning all four of the Hawks runs and 5 hits.

Concordia comes to East County on Monday, April 26, for the last two games with game one beginning at 11:00am.

SDCC Pair Wins FCA College Beach Volleyball Tourney

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-23T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Apr. 22, 2010
Huntington Beach, Calif. -- On April 17, 2010, Fellowship of Christian
Athletes (FCA) of Orange County hosted a one day college beach volleyball tournament at Huntington Beach. There were twenty three college teams in competition including multiple GSAC schools such as Biola University, Vanguard University and Azusa Pacific University.

The SDCC Women's Volleyball team entered five doubles teams into the tournament, entering into pool play to be reseeded into divisions for tournament play later in the day. At the end of pool play, Rachel Allen and Kaitlyn Lain, Jessica Brazynetz and Jessi Higgins, and Valaree Bergman and Stephanie Rice were entered into the Silver division. Lauren Howard and Kim McCalmont, and Rachel Blair and Lauren Hall were placed in the Gold division.

Howard and McCalmont were the tournament champions, finishing with an undefeated record through 6 games. In the final, they faced off against Vanguard University. It was a back and forth hitting game, with Vanguard putting up huge blocks. Team SDCC came within five points of the win when Vanguard began their fight back into contention. Howard and McCalmont each had great hits on the ball, finishing the match with a decisive kill by Howard.

All 5 teams represented SDCC well with their competitiveness and their great attitudues throughout the day.

Courtney Barlow, Matt Krause Award Winner

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-22T14:54:00Z

Wed., Apr. 21, 2010
Jamul, Calif. -- The Don Palmer Golf Classic, an annual golf tournament fundraiser held by the San Diego Christian College Athletic Department, took place this Monday at Steele Canyon Golf Club. Fifty-two golfers teed up under beautiful skies in Jamul to support the SDCC student-athletes in their post season endeavors. A banquet held at the tail end of the tournament was hosted by the Matt Krause Award Finalists, Torreya Edwards, Tennille Rust, Ryan Fischer and Courtney Barlow.

The Matt Krause Award is the highest award given in the SDCC Athletic Department. It is given to a junior or senior student-athlete who exemplifies the qualities that the department seeks to develop in young men and women. The recipient has achieved honorable success in the classroom and leads in the SDCC community as a positive role model. This person is one who is a leader on their team, encouraging others to better play and sportsmanship, while keeping an impeccable testimony for Christ. Athletics has challenged them to demonstrate poise and strength of character during trying moments of competition. They also demonstrate maturity as a follower of Jesus Christ, both personally and in the corporate body.

This years faculty and staff selected recipient was Courtney Barlow, a senior out of Yuba City, California. Courtney played both volleyball and basketball in her time with the Hawks. During her two year volleyball career, she played in 144 games, totaling 209 kills, 303 digs and held a 88% serving percentage. Her personal high's included 17 kills against Oregon Institute of Technology and Biola University in 2009 and 23 digs against Westminster College in 2009. She played one year with the Women's Basketball program, scoring 152 points, collecting 109 rebounds and shoiting 71% from the free throw line. Her game high point total of 20 came against Fresno Pacific University in 2009.

Off the court, she is not only a campus leader though the Henry Morris Scholarship Program, she has served as a resident assistant in on campus housing, while she maintaining a 3.766 GPA in Kinesiology. She also has made the Dean's List two of three semester's.

Walk-off Grand Slam Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-17T14:54:00Z

Sat., Apr. 17, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- Max Ouellette hit his first career grand slam to win game two in the split with Azusa Pacific University (16-23, 9-19 GSAC), 15-5 and 6-3. San Diego Christian is now 7-28 overall and 8-20 in Golden State Atheltic Conference play.

APU livened up the game in the second, leading off with a single, followed by a walk and consecutive doubles to bring home three runs. Two more hits would bring home three more, giving APU a 6-0 lead going into the bottom of the second. They added two more in the third, widening the gap to 8.

A solo home run by Ryan Delgado (14) in the fourth added the 9th. After the fourth inning, all of the Cougars starters had recorded a hit.

SDCC would be held silent until the bottom of the 5th when Ryan Inverso drove in the first run for the Hawks. Then with one out and bases loaded, a wild pitch brought Scott Whittet home. A single to right center by Gus Hernadez drove home 2 more runs, bringing the Hawks within five going into the 6th.

Back to back doubles in the APU 8th, drove in a run before Daniel Gonzales hit his 6th home run of the season, extending the Cougar lead to 8 once again. In the 9th, APU added three runs on three hits, with SDCC responding with 1 in the bottom of the 9th. APU would take game one 15-5.

APU's 18 hits in 45 at bats consisted of 8 doubles and 2 home runs.

Whittet was 2-for-4 with an RBI. Hernandez drove in two RBI's on his one hit. Luis Perez hit his tenth double of the year. Nick Bando (1-4) took the loss, giving up ten hits, 8 runs, striking out one in two and a third. Ian Kelly went 6 innings giving up 4 runs on 5 hits for the win. Tim Lu, who recorded a win in game two of the series, earned a save.

In game two, APU's Ryan Delgado (15) hit his second home run of the day with two outs in the first inning. SDCC scored in the second on a single and help from an error on the second baseman.

The fourth saw SDCC go up by one with one out on a muffed double play attempt at second. Unfortunately, they couldn't bring home the runners on second and third to widen the gap.

APU squeezed out a run in the top of the 6th on a fielder's choice sandwiched between two singles to tie the game at two. Josh Leite (10) went yard to right center on a 1-1 count to put the Cougars up 3-2 in the top of the 7th.

David Kazcor reached on an error to lead off the SDCC 7th. Inverso singled up the middle, then Whittet bunt singled to load the bases with no outs. Max Ouellette (7) hit a walk-off grand slam to win the game, 6-3.

Joey Schumer (1-1) went the full seven in the win, giving up 3 runs on 7 hits, striking out two. Garrett Hodges took the last minute loss for the Cougars going 6 innings, giving up 6 runs, 7 hits, striking out 2.

Hernandez was 2-for-3 and Max Ouellette was 1-for-4 for 4 RBI's.

SDCC hosts Concordia University on Wednesday (Apr. 21) for a double-header beginning at 11:00am.

Hawks Split With APU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-15T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Apr. 15, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Azusa, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (7-27, 7-20 GSAC) traveled to Azusa Pacific University (15-23, 8-18 GSAC) on Thursday, splitting the first two games of the series, taking game one 16-6 and falling 8-6 in game two.

SDCC came out swinging, scoring one in the first and five in the second. Gus Hernandez was responsible for three of the five runs in the fourth on his first home run of the season over the right center wall.

In the fifth, Ruben Hinojosa led off with a single to right on a 1-2 count. Mike Bando reached on catcher's interference, followed

by a Gabriel Item single to left, loading the bases with one out. Dominic Neocoechea singled in a run and a walk to Scott Whittet, the first of three in game one, brought in another. Ryan Inverso and Luis Perez singled to bring home two more runs, giving the Hawks a 10-0 lead going into the bottom of the 5th.

APU awakened in the bottom of the 6th, scoring two runs on 1 hit. In the SDCC 8th, Inverso hit his 4th single of the day to start the inning. Three more hits produced 3 runs, putting the Hawks up by 11 going into the bottom of the inning. In the 8th, APU responded with three runs of their own bringing the score to 13-5. The Hawks added three more in the 9th, which included Hinojosa's third home run of the season. The Hawks would go on to win game one 16-6.

Inverso went 4-for-4 crossing the plate three times and one RBI. Perez finished 3-for-5 with 3 RBI's. Hinojosa drove in 4 RBI's, going 3-for-6 with a home run. Hernandez totaled 4 RBI's with a home run as well, going 2-for-6.

SDCC's China McCarney (3-4) received the win giving up 6 runs on 10 hits, striking out 8. Peter Gehle (5-4) took the loss for the Cougars giving up 10 runs, 11 hits, striking out 4 in 4 1/3 innings.

Game two's action began in the second inning when as the Hawks scored 4 runs on 4 hits to take a 4-0 lead. Hinojosa (4) would hit a solo home run to left in the third to put the Hawks up by 5. They would keep the lead through the 6th inning, going into the bottom of the 7th ahead 5-4.

APU began their comeback in the 7th with a double by Daniel Gonzales. His double was the start of a 4-run inning that gave the Cougars an 8-5 lead. SDCC would score one in the top of the 9th on a string of singles, but would fall short, losing game two 8-6.

Inverso went 2-for-5 in game two, knocking in 3 RBI's. He was 6-for-9 on the day. Hawks starter, Fito Grijalva (1-7) went 6 1/3 innings giving up 8 runs on 9 hits, striking out 2. Azusa's reliever Tim LU earned the win for the Cougars, going 4 innings giving up 2 hits, striking out 4.

Azusa comes to Stars Field on Saturday (Apr. 17) for the second part of the series. The first game is scheduled to begin at 12:00pm.

CSUSM Posts 14

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-13T14:54:00Z

Tues., Apr. 13, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Escondido, Calif. -- In their final match up of the season, Cal State San Marcos (26-11-1) defeated SDCC (6-26, 6-19 GSAC) 14-7, giving CSUSM the three game sweep in 2010.

The Cougars started off the game with a double by Kyle Secciani, who went 4-for-5 with 6 RBI's. Josh Miller then hit home run giving them a two run lead in the first inning.

SDCC's Ryan Inverso led off with a single on a 1-0 count, crossing home on David Kazcor's (4) home run to deep center. CSUSM scored another in the second, but with runners on first and third. their threat was haulted by an inning ending double play.

In the third inning, Inverso hit a two out single through the right side, advancing to second on a bunt single to third by Gabriel Item. Kazcor singled to bring Inverso home, tying the score at 3.

A lead off double started the fourth inning for CSUSM. Secciani (4) went deep to right, adding the 4th run of the inning.

The fifth inning saw Inverso (3) hit a solo home run, making it 7-4. Nick Bando singled with 2 outs, allowing Grantland Walker's double to bring Dennis Parker home, who pinch ran for Bando. Walker came home on a passed ball walk to Donald Arthur, making it 7-6.

SDCC would squeeze one more out in the bottom of the 7th, but CSUSM would pull away in the 8th and 9th, totaling 5 runs. Secciani hit his second home run of the day bringing home the 8th innings 2 runs.

Walker had two doubles, going 2-for-4 with 2 RBI's. Inverso was 3-for-5, Kazcor went 3-for-5 for 3 RBI's. Kevin Keefe (0-2) took the loss, giving up 8 runs on 7 hits. CSUSM's Kyle Smart received the win.

SDCC travels to Azusa Pacific University on Thursday (Apr. 15) for a double-header scheduled to being at 12:00pm.

CBU Takes Series 3-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Apr. 10, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- California Baptist University (31-10, 20-4) came to SDCC (6-25, 6-18) for the latter half of the four game series, taking both games 5-2 and 9-3.

CBU broke the three innings of silence with a two-run home run to right field by Brian Sharp (5). Two singles followed to load the bases, bringing the third run of the game in on a fielder's choice. CBU didn't hold their 3-0 lead for long, as SDCC scored one in the bottom of the third, started by a Scott Whittet double to right center. Ryan Inverso then reached on a fielder's choice, bringing Whittet home.

The Lancers scored another in the bottom of the 4th, making it 4-1. Max Ouellette (6) homered to right, bringing the Hawks with in 2.

In the 9th inning, a lead off walk came home three batters later to add the 5th run for the Lancers. CBU held the Hawks scoreless in the ninth, taking the 5-2 win in game one.

Sergio Guzman (1-5) went 8 and 2/3rd innings throwing 143 pitches, leaving the game in the 9th with an injury. Ryan Fischer came in, finishing the inning on one pitch. Guzman, took the loss, giving up 5 runs, 6 hits, and struck out 5. CBU's Erik Wallace (record?) went 5.2 innings giving up 6 hits, 2 runs and striking out 2.

Ouellette was 2-for-4 with a double (6) and a home run. Ryan Inverso was 2-for-4. CBU's Brian Sharp was 1-for-2 with 3 RBI's.

Game two's scoring began in the third inning. Ruben Hinojosa led off with a single, coming home on a single by Whittet for the first run. A no out sacrifice fly by Ryan Inverso for his first RBI of the day, the second team run.

The CBU fourth saw two walks, a hit by pitch, one hit and two errors yielding 3 runs for the Lancers. Then with a one out bases loaded in the top of the 6th, Zach Hedges drove in the 4th run for the Lancers. Next up, Sharif Othman hit a 3-run home run (8) to right, clearing the bases and giving the Lancers a 8-2 lead. Jake Johnson (7) led the 7th off with a home run to right center, tacking on the final run for CBU.

SDCC scored one more in the 9th, cutting the Lancers lead to the 6 run difference they would walk away with.

Brian Charnock was 2-for-3 with an RBI. Whittet also earned an RBI, going 1-for-3 in game two.

Nick Bando (1-3) took the loss for the Hawks, going 4 innings. Mike Barro went 4 innings as well for the Lancers, striking out two and giving up one run on 4 hits in the win.

SDCC takes the field again on Thursday (Apr. 15) against Azusa Pacific University, at Azusa Pacific. First pitch is scheduled for 12:00pm.

UCI Invitational, Personal Best's

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-09T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 12, 2009
Irvine, CA -- The women's Cross Country team traveled up the coast to race in an invitational hosted by UCI on Saturday. A cool morning saw a handful of personal bests for the Hawks. Junior Hannah Lettau led the pack, finishing the 5k course in 20:51(43rd). Sophomore Adrienne Graham came in 57th place with a time of 21:21, closely followed by Senior Lara Hertzog in 59th (21:27). Junior Asia Graham crossed the finish line in 22:52 (85th).

Unattached runner, Shellby Buckley won in a time of 17:52. Cal Coast TC took the meet with 49 points, followed by Southwestern (55) and CSU San Bernadino (70).

In 2 weeks, Saturday, September 26th, SDCC travels to Stanford, California for the Stanford Invitational. The race begins at 8am in Stanford, CA.

6 Hawks Earn NAIA Scholar Athlete Honors

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-09T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Mar. 4, 2010
El Cajon, Calif. -- Six San Diego Christian College atheltes have been recognized for excellence in the classroom by the Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Scholar Athlete honors are awared to juniors and seniors in the highest of academic standing. To be nominated, the student-athlete must maintain a mimimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.50.

YEAR	NAME	SPORT	MAJOR
Senior	Courtney Barlow	Volleyball	Kinesiology
Junior	Valaree Bergman	Volleyball	Liberal Studies
Senior	Kelsey Stevens	Volleyball	Biology
Senior	Lara Hertzog	Cross Country	Biology
Junior	Hannah Lettau	Cross Country	Biblical Studies
Senior	Danny Soliman	Men's Basketball	Kinesiology
Senior	Courtney Barlow	Women's Basketball	Kinesiology
Senior	Lara Hertzog	Women's Basketball	Biology

Split in Riverside

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-08T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Apr. 8, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Riverside, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (6-23, 6-16 GSAC) split the first two games of the four game series with No. 5 California Baptist University (29-10, 18-4 GSAC) on Thursday, winning game one 10-6 and falling in game 2, 22-3.

In game one, the Hawks broke the silence in the 4th, starting with a single to center by Ryan Inverso. Luis Perez then singled through the left side, extending his 12 game hitting streak to 13, followed by an intentional walk
to Mike Bando that loaded the bases. Gus Hernandez singled in 2 RBI's and Brian Charnock followed with another single through the left side to bring Bando home, putting SDCC up 3-0.

CBU responded with a single, double, sacrifice fly, single to bring home 2 runs in the bottom of the 4th. The 3-2 score held until the top of the 7th, when three singles brought home the 4th run of the game for the Hawks. They would score one more in the 8th, on Perez's third home run of the year.

But in the bottom of the 8th inning, CBU rallied for 4 runs on 4 hits with the help of an error to go up by one going into the 9th. SDCC scored in the top of the 9th, tying the score at 6.

In the 10th inning, Bando singled to left with one out, then Hernadez walked. Both were brought home by a two out triple to right center by Dominic Neocoechea. Then with two outs, pinch hitter David Kazor (3) hit a two-run homer to right, giving SDCC a 10-6 win as the Lancers were held scoreless in the bottom of the tenth.

Hernandez was 1-for-4 with 2 RBI's, Necoechea went 2-for-5 with a triple and 2 RBI's. Scott Whittet was 2-for-5 with an RBI. Ryan Fischer (1-1) pocketed the win for the Hawks. Zach Hedges (1-3) took the loss for CBU.

Hawks starter, China McCarney, went 8 innings giving up 6 runs on 10 hits in the no decision.

Game two, began differently as CBU posted seven runs on 5 hits in the second and one run in the third. SDCC put one on the board in the top of the third on consecutive singles by Necoechea, Whittet and Ryan Inverso. Another two runs came across in the 4th on a balk and a double by Hernandez.

Unfortunately, those three runs would be all the Hawks would get off Lancer pitching. CBU would score five in the seventh and nine in the bottom of the 8th, taking the game by a score of 22-3.

Hernandez and Inverso went 2-for-3 with an RBI. Fito Grijalva (1-6) took the loss and Lancers Drew Madrigal (8-1) received the win going 8 innings, letting 3 runs come in on 9 hits, striking out 7.

CBU's stand out in game two, Sharif Othman was 5-for-5 with two home runs for 6 RBI's.

CBU comes to SDCC on Saturday (April 10) for a double-header to round out the series. First pitch is scheduled for 12:00pm.

CSUDH Sweeps

Janelle Demchak — 2010-04-05T14:54:00Z

Sat., Apr. 3, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Carson, Calif. -- SDCC (5-22, 5-15 GSAC) fell 7-5 and 8-6 to Cal State Dominguez Hills (27-10, 17-7 CCAA) on Saturday.

SDCC went up 1-0 in the first on consecutive singles followed by back to back fly outs to right and left field. The Toros wasted no time, posting 4 runs in the bottom of the first on three hits and an defensive error. Hawks starter China McCarney made it through three innings, letting 5 runs come home on 5 hits.

CSUDH would put up 4 more runs, one in the 3rd and three in the 4th to go up 8-1 going into the 5th. Max Ouellette homered to center field to start off the 7th inning. Then Scott Whittet doubled to left center, coming home on a triple by Luis Perez (1). SDCC would score two more in the 8th, coming up short as CSUDH held them off in the 9th, winning 8-6.

Perez was 3-for-4, as was Ouellette, who recorded one of his two home runs on the day in game one.

Shane Youngdale (4-3) earned the win, giving up 4 runs on 11 hits. Matt Phillips received credit for the save (9). McCarney (2-4) would take the loss for the Hawks.

In game two, SDCC led 4-2 until the bottom of the 4th when a series of walks, a wild pitch and a home run by Barrett Ceverha put Dominguez Hills up 5-4. SDCC tied it up in the 5th when Tanner Allen grounded in Gabriel Item, who led off the inning with a triple to left center.

But in bottom of the 7th inning, a man reached on a fielder's choice. Abel Medina hit an home run to right center on an 0-2 to win the game.

Gus Hernandez was 2-for-4 in game two with 2 RBI's. Gabriel Item also was 2-for-4 with an RBI and a triple. Ouellette hit his second home run of the day, totaling 5 on the season.

Ryan Fischer (0-1) took the loss for the Hawks and Michael Cruz (1-0) received the win for the Toros.

SDCC plays Thursday, April 8 at California Baptist University with game one's first pitch at 10:00am.

Rain Holds Off, CSUDH Wins 14-6

mspeers — 2010-04-01T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Apr. 1, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- The first of a three game series between the San Diego Christian College Hawks (5-20, 5-15 GSAC) and the NCAA Division II CSU Dominguez Hills Toros (24-10, 17-7 CCAA) took place on Thursday, resulting in a 14-6 loss for the Hawks.

The Toros got on the board quickly as Carlos Leyva led off with a triple, crossing home on a ground out by Kyle Pond. Two more runs would come home on a long double to right by Brian Sturgis, putting the Toros up 3-0 to start the game.

SDCC put a run up on singles by Scott Whittet and Ruben Hinojosa, where a ground out would bring Whittet home in the midst of a double play. CSUDH responded with 4 more in the top of the second off of starting pitcher Fito Grijalva (1-5) who went two innings, allowing 7 runs to come across.

Three of Dominguez Hills' four runs in the 2nd came on a home run by Abel Medina, who also hit another two run homer in the 6th, his 4th and 5th of the year. Medina was batting a solid .450 prior to the start of the game.

SDCC had a few more runs trickle across in the fourth and fifth, making it 11-3 going into the bottom of the 6th. Luis Perez led off with a double to center, reaching third on a Brian Charnock fly out to right, then scoring on a ground out. Tanner Allen, who doubled from both sides of the plate in the game, doubled to left with 2 outs. Inverso singled, bringing home Allen and Dennis Parker, who reached on a walk.

CSUDH tacked on two more in the 8th and one in the 9th, closing out the game with a 14-6 score.

Inverso (2-for-3), Charnock (1-for-4), Perez (1-for-3) and Allen (2-for-3) all recorded a double. Dominic Neocoechea was 2-for-3. Grijalva received the loss for SDCC. Kody Kurowski pocketed the win for the Toros, going six innings, giving up 6 runs on 11 hits, striking out 2.

CSUDH's Abel Medina was 4-5 on the day with a single, triple and two home runs for 6 RBI's.

SDCC travels to CSUDH on Saturday (Apr. 3) for a double header. Game one is scheduled to bring at 10:00am.

Hawks Take Series With Westmont, 3-1

mspeers — 2010-03-27T14:54:00Z

Sat., Mar. 27, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- The Hawks (5-19, 5-15 GSAC) split the final games of the series with Westmont College (9-19, 5-13 GSAC) on Saturday, winning the first game 7-6 and dropping the second by a 5-4 score.

Two runs scored in the third on a single by Mike Bando, giving SDCC the early lead. Westmont would respond with a run in the 6th, on a lead off double by Colten Christianson, followed by a single to bring a 2-1 score going into the 7th.

In the 7th, Westmont's 3 runs overshadowed SDCC's one, giving Westmont a 4-3 lead. A two run 8th and 9th for the Hawks gave them a wide enough margin to cover the 2 runs that Westmont would post in the bottom of the 9th to win, 7-6.

Luis Perez was 3-for-5, Bando would go 2-4 with a double and 2 RBI's in game one. Hawks starting pitcher China McCarney (2-3), got the win, going 7 innings, giving up 4 runs on 9 hits, striking out 5. Fito Grijalva earned his first save of the year on 7 pitches. Pete McCarthy (0-2) took the loss for the Warriors.

Game two, the Warriors posted three runs on three hits with help from an error by the Hawks short-stop on the second at bat. In the third, SDCC's Anthony Velasco doubled down the right field line to start the inning, advancing to third on a Scott Whittet bunt single. Ryan Inverso brought Velasco home on a ground out to second, going into the 4th down 3-1.

Westmont would score one on a home run by Jordan Bottenfield in the 5th and SDCC brought a run home in the 6th on a single by Perez. They would add two more in the 7th on a string of hits, tying the game at 4.

With one out in the bottom of the 7th, an error by the Hawks first baseman put the go ahead run on base for Westmont. Christianson singled down the right field line to bring the winning run home 2 batters later.

Sergio Guzman received his fourth loss of the season, while game one's losing pitcher, Pete McCarthy earned the win for the Warriors. Dominic Necoechea went 2-for-3 with a double and Perez went 5-for-8 on the day.

SDCC takes on CSU Dominguez Hills at home on Thursday, April 1st, starting at 3:00pm.

First Sweep In GSAC

mspeers — 2010-03-24T14:54:00Z

Wed., Mar. 24, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- San Diego Christain (4-18,4-14-0 GSAC) hosted the Westmont College Warriors (8-18,4-12 GSAC) on Wednesday for a double-header where they took both games to open the four game series, 11-6 and 4-3.

The SDCC first opened with a walk to Scott Whittet. Ruben Hinojosa singled to left a batter later to bring Whittet home, recording the first run of the game. An outstanding catch by the Warriors center fielder, Terrell Wong, stalled the Hawks hitting streak in the second. Inverso singled to center to bring in the run that Wong's catch directly saved, putting the Hawks up 2-0 going into the Westmont third.

Westmont would have scattered hits throughout the next three innings, scoring two in the 6th inning off of starting pitcher Fito Grijalva. Grijalva (1-4) went 6 innings, giving up 2 runs on 9 hits. The Warrior's had a string of hits in the 7th to bring home one run. In the 8th, they cycled through three SDCC pitchers, bringing home 3 runs making it 8-6.

Dominic Necoechea hit a 3-run home run in the Hawks 8th giving the Hawks the 11-6 final score. Inverso was 3-for-4 (3 RBI) with a double and a home run that came in the 7th inning. Gus Hernandez was 3-for-5 with a double. Necoechea was 2 for 2, being hit by 2 pitches.

Gregg Pellici took the loss for Westmont, giving up 4 runs on 8 hits in 5 innings. Mark Magdaleno was 4-for-5 in game one.

Game two opened with Whittet hitting his second home run of the year, putting SDCC up 1-0. The Hawks held Westmont scoreless until the 7th inning, giving up a few hits during that stretch. In that three-run inning, Westmont tallied 4 hits, one being a 2-run home run by Timothy Leary.

The top of the 9th, Westmont appeared to be staging a comeback as China McCarney walked the lead off batter. A fielder's choice and two outs later, the go ahead run came to the plate in the form of Leary, the home run hitter from the 7th inning. McCarney struck out Leary to end the game, earning his first save of the year.

Whittet was 3-for-4 with a home run and two singles. Mike Bando was 2-for-4 with one RBI. Sergio Guzman (1-3) received the win, going 8 innings, recording 5 strike outs. Westmont's Jacob Regalado was handed the loss. He gave up 4 runs on 8 hits, striking out 5.

SDCC travels to Westmont on Saturday (Mar. 27) for the second half of the series. Game one of the double header is scheduled to start at 12:00pm.

CSUSM Takes Game Two

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-23T14:54:00Z

Sat., Mar. 23, 2010 [Box Score][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- SDCC played a rescheduled non-conference game against CSU San Marcos on Tuesday, falling 7-6. CSUSM is now 18-8-1 and SDCC drops to 2-18 overall and 2-14 in the GSAC.

CSUSM was the home team in the contest, drawing the games first runs in the bottom of the first. Four runs crossed home on Hawks starting pitcher Joey Schumer before the Cougars grounded into an inning ending double play. SDCC turned three double plays by games end. SDCC put one run on the board in the second on a single to center by Luis Perez that brought Mike Bando home.

Cougars Ricardo Moran doubled to lead off the second inning. Kyle Secciani tripled to right bringing home one of their two runs. The third saw two SDCC home runs by Scott Whittet (1) and Max Ouellette (3) leaving them down by 3 going into the bottom of the 3rd. They would score two more in the 4th and another in the 6th, leading to the final 7-6 score.

CSUSM's catcher, Ryle Parks was 4-5 with a double and an RBI. SDCC's David Kazcor was 2-3 with 2 RBI's, Whittet was 2-3 with an RBI on his first home run of the year. Perez was 2-4 with an RBI. Schumer (0-1) received the loss for the Hawks and reliever Ricky Chavarria (2-0) earned the win for the Cougars.

SDCC's plays again tomorrow, March 24th (Wed.) in a double header against Westmont College. First pitch for game one is scheduled for 11:00am at Barona Stars Field.

BU Completes Series Sweep

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-20T14:54:00Z

Sat., Mar. 20, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
Lakeside, Calif. -- On a perfect day for baseball, Biola University, who led the four game series 2-0, took on the Hawks in Lakeside on Saturday, taking both games 12-6 and 9-5. SDCC is now 2-17 overall and 2-14 in the GSAC. Biola improves to 16-6 overall and 10-5 in the conference.

In game one, the Eagles went up 1-0 in the third on a walk, wild pitch and a single with 2 outs off of Hawks starting pitcher China McCarney. Home runs by BU's Trever Blood helped tack on five more in the top of the 5th. SDCC put their first run on the board after two walks and single by Luis Perez in the 6th.

Ruben Hinojosa hit a home run (2) to right on a 0-1 count to bring home Ryan Inverso who had reached base on a single. Mike Bando followed Hinojosa with a solo home run, his 7th of the year. Perez followed with a single up the middle. Gabriel Item brought him home on a sacrifice fly making it 10-5 going into the 9th.

BU would get two more in the 9th off of Hawks reliever Beau Polvorosa to win 12-6.

Hinojosa was 2-3 in game one, improving his batting average to a solid .415 and Perez went 2-3 with 2 singles. McCarney went 6 innings, taking the loss for the Hawks, giving up 6 runs on 8 hits. Dale Harder earned the win for the Eagles going 7, giving up 2 runs on 5 hits.

Biola started out with a 4 run inning that left SDCC down for the remainder of the contest. Ryan Inverso singled to start the SDCC first, followed by Bando's walk. Max Ouellette brought Inverso and Bando in on a double to center making it 4-2. BU would score again in the 4th, 5th and 6th, taking a 9-5 lead and eventually the win.

Inverso was 1-2, scoring 2 runs. Ouellette was 2-3 with two doubles. Perez was 3-6 on the day.

Nick Bando (1-2) received the loss for the Hawks giving up 8 runs on 8 hits. Bobby O'Neil went six and two-thirds giving up 5 runs and 5 hits.

Westmont College comes to SDCC on Wednesday, March 24th for a double-header beginning at 11:00am.

Hawks Drop Two At Biola

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-18T14:54:00Z

Sat., Mar. 18, 2010 [1][2][Season Box]
La Mirada, Calif. -- The Hawks traveled to Biola on Thursday for double header action, falling in both games to the Eagles. After the 16-4 loss in game one and 17-15 loss in game two, SDCC is now 2-15 overall and 2-12 in the GSAC. Biola improves to 14-6 overall and 8-5 in the GSAC conference.

Biola drew 11 runs on 9 hits off of starting pitcher Fito Grijalva in the 3 2/3 innings. SDCC put runs on the board in the 6th and 8th on two home runs by Mike Bando (6). The Hawks posted their final two runs on a single by Scott Whittet, followed by a Gabriel Item double to center, giving Item two RBI's in game one.

Grijalva (0-4) received the loss for SDCC while BU's Alex Brueske (4-2) went 7 innings giving up one run on 6 hits, striking out three.

Bando was 2-4 with two home runs and two RBI's and Whittet was 2-for-4 with two singles.

Game two combined for 35 hits and 32 runs in nine innings. SDCC scored five in the first and four in the second, taking a 9-1 lead into the top of the third inning. But Biola came back strong in the third, fourth and fifth to go up 12-10. SDCC tied the game at 15 in the top of the 8th, only to the see the Eagles hit two singles and a triple bring home the final two runs of the game.

Donald Arthur (0-3) took the loss for the Hawks and BU's Kyle Atkins (3-0) received the win.

Ruben Hinojosa was 3-for-4 in game two, 6-for-9 on the day. Luis Perez was 3-for-6 with a double. Item was 4-for-6 and 5-for-7 on the day. Bando was 3-7 with three home runs and five RBI's on the day.

The Hawks take on Biola's Eagles on Saturday for a double header at Stars Field, beginning at 11:00 am. Next week, a make-up game against Cal State San Marcos is on Tuesday at 2:30 pm, and Westmont College arrives for a double header at home on Wednesday, March 24, starting at 11:00am.

Hits, Hits and More Hits

mspeers — 2010-03-13T14:54:00Z

Hits, Hits and More Hits

Sat., Mar. 13, 2010 [1][2][Season Stats]
Lakeside, Calif. -- A total of 56 hits were recorded on Saturday in double header between Vanguard University (19-3,10-2-0 GSAC) and San Diego Christian College (2-13,2-10-0 GSAC). Vanguard, came into to match up tied for first in the GSAC with a 9-1 record. SDCC would split the 2 games, losing the first 19-17 and taking the second 14-4. VU took 3 of the 4 games in the series.

Game one's nine innings lasted 4 hours, starting off with VU's lead off batter Zachary Leighton homering to center, giving the Lions the early lead. They strapped on 6 more in the second and 7 more in the 4th, giving them a commanding 14-1 lead that appeared to be too steep to recove from.

The bottom of the 4th saw the Hawks begin to chip away at the 13 run gap with the help of Mike Bando's 2 run home run to left center. In the 5th, SDCC bats came alive collecting 8 runs on 6 hits and closing the margin to 1 run. VU posted 2 more runs in the 6th, only to have SDCC return with 3 in the bottom of the 6th and 7th to go up by 1 at 17-16. The floor proceeded to fall out from under the Hawks as VU went ahead by 2 in the top of the 8th, closing game one with a heart breaking loss.

SDCC recorded 15 hits, their highest total since the 12 against The Master's on March 1st. 5 players, Ryan Inverso (1), Bando (3), Max Ouellette (1), David Kazcor (1), and David Madrigal (1) all had home runs in game one. VU had 19 hits with 2 home runs.

Ruben Hinojosa was 4-for-5 with an RBI. Bando went 3-for-5, collecting 4 RBI's. Kazcor was 2-for-5 with a double, home run and 5 RBI's. Madrigal drove in a run, going 2-for-4 with a double and a home run.

Peter Birdwell (3-0) received the win for Vanguard, while Donald Arthur (0-1) recieved the loss for the Hawks.

A different story was written in game two in favor of SDCC. Hinojosa gave SDCC the lead in the first inning on his home run to right center. Hinojosa was 3-for-4 in game two and 7-9 on the day. But the flow didn't stop there. Flood gates opened in the second inning for the Hawks, where they totalled 9 runs on 5 hits. Their series of base hits, not home runs, created virtually the same mountain that VU had created for them in game one. They carried a 10-0 lead into the top of the 4th.

The Lions marked a run in the 4th and a run in the 5th, but another Hawks hitting streak in the 6th sealed the deal. Kazcor hit his second home run of the day and on the season to lead off the 6th, followed by a string of hits resulting in a 4 run inning. VU would score 2 in the bottom of the 7th, but couldn't put togther the 11 runs needed to take the game.

The win for SDCC handed Vanguard their 3rd loss of the season and 2nd in the GSAC. Perez was 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Madrigal was 2-for-2 with two singles. Scott Whittet went 2-for-3 for 2 RBI's as well for the Hawks.

Freshman Nick Bando (1-1) recieved the win for the Hawks, giving up 4 runs on 8 hits and striking out 3. Bryce Reid (2-1) took the loss for VU.

SDCC travels to Biola University on Thursday for a double-header. First pitch is scheduled for 11:00am.

VU Takes Two

mspeers — 2010-03-11T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Mar. 11, 2010 [1][2]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- On Thursday, SDCC (1-12,1-9 GSAC) traveled to Costa Mesa to play Vanguard University (18-2,9-1 GSAC) who before facing off, had won 16 of their last 18 games. The Lions have now won 18 of 20, as they took both games against the Hawks, winning 5-1 and 3-2.

Hawks starting pitcher, Fito Grijalva held the Lion offense to one run in the first five innnings. But in the bottom of the 6th, VU's Brandon Young led off with a bunt single, reaching second on a throwing error. Two singles and a walk left the score at 2-0 as relief pitching came in with hopes of ending the inning. VU went on to score 3 more runs making it 5-0 going into the 7th.

It wasn't until the 9th that SDCC's Luis Perez, who was 1-3 on the day, crossed home on David Kazcor's fly out to right.

Lions starting pitcher Brandon Godfrey went 7 innings giving up only 2 hits and striking out 5. The Hawks would get one hit in the ninth off of Jordan Oseguera, giving them a total of 3 hits. Fito Grijalva went 5 innings, giving up 5 runs on 8 hits.

In game two, VU tagged the Hawks for 3 runs in the first two innings on 3 hits. China McCarney gave up 3 runs on 5 hits, striking out 6 in 7 innings. Unfortuantely, the Hawks offense came alive for two runs, one in the 4th and one in the 8th, just shy of a tie.

Gabriel Item was 2-3 on two bunt singles. Brian Charnock was 2-4 with a double and an RBI. Mike Bando was 1-4 with a double and Dennis Parker was also 1-4 on the game.

VU's Jason Dovel gave up the 2 runs the Lions allowed on 6 hits. He also struck out three with no walks.

Vanguard comes to SDCC on Saturday for a double header, with game two being 7 innings. First pitch is scheduled for 11:00am at Stars Field in Lakeside.

PLNU Sweeps With 1-0 Win in Game 4

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-06T14:54:00Z

Sat., Mar. 6, 2010 [Box Score]
Lakeside, Calif. -- The rain held off on Saturday, allowing Point Loma Nazarene and San Diego Christian to start and finish game four of the four game series. After 6 innings of scoreless baseball, Wes Kuehl gave the Sea Lion's the 1-0 win with a home run to left field.

Point Loma Nazarene swept the series and is now 14-3-1 overall, 6-1-0 in the GSAC. SDCC is now 1-10 overall and 1-7-0 in the GSAC.

A walk to PLNU's Jeff Fox lead off the third, ending the twelve consecutive out streak that started the game. The next batter would ground into a double-play. The first hit of the game belonged to SDCC's Scott Whittet, who doubled to right in the third.

As the play unfolded, few hits emerged for both sides, each time leaving runners stranded. That all changed in the top of the 7th inning. Kuehl faced Sergio Guzman, Hawks starting pitcher who had thus far had given up one hit. Kuehl homered over the left field fence, to put the Sea Lions up 1-0 going into the Hawks last ups.

Mike Bando led off with a double to left, but Sea Lions pitcher Chad Blauer struck out the next two batters and forced a ground out to end the game at 1-0.

Sergio Guzman (0-3) went 7 innings giving up 1 run on three hits, striking out 5. Blauer grabbed the win, going 3 innings with 1 hit and three strikeouts.

Monday, March 8, the Hawks play La Sierra University at home starting at 3:30pm. Check the web schedule for schedule changes due to rain.

PLNU Breaks Tie in 9th For Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-05T14:54:00Z

Fri., Mar. 5, 2010 [Box Score]
Lakeside, Calif. -- In the third of a four game series, PLNU pulled out a 7-5 win, improving to 13-3-1 overall and 5-1-0 in the GSAC. SDCC fell to 1-9 overall and 1-6 in the GSAC.

It was a quiet first two innings, then Point Loma broke the silence, squeezing a run out of starting pitcher, China McCarney to go up 1-0.

SDCC responded in the bottom of the 4th, putting together 3 singles by Brian Charnock, Ruben Hinojosa, and David Madrigal to bring one run across.

Loma would tack on 4 more runs, 2 in the 6th and 7th, while SDCC posted one in the 6th and one run in the 7th, resulting in a 5-3 score.

The 8th began with Charnock doubling to center. Mike Bando then hit his second home run of the season over the right field fence, tying the score at 5. But the tie was short lived as the top of the 9th yielded 2 runs on 3 hits for the Sea Lions. Kenny Houser closed out the game for the Sea Lions, striking out the side.

Robby Ross went 7 innings for PLNU, giving up 5 runs on 8 hits, striking out two. McCarney went 6 innings giving up 3 runs on 8 hits, striking out 7. SDCC's Brandon James recieved his first loss of the season.

Charnock went 3-4 with 2 singles and a double. Hinojosa was 2-4 with an RBI. Bando had 2 RBI's off of his home run in the 8th.

They come together for the final game, of the series with 7 innings on Saturday (Mar. 6), beginning at 10:00am.

Loma Blanks SDCC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-04T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Mar. 4, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- In game two against Point Loma Nazarene, the Sea Lions held the Hawks scoreless through nine innings, winning 9-0. Point Loma improves to 12-3-1 overall and 4-1 in the GSAC. SDCC falls to 1-8 overall and 1-5 in GSAC.

PLNU struck in the first, starting the inning off with a double to center, advancing to third on a wild pitch. Alex Cameron brought Allen Boyer home on a single to left. Hawks pitcher Nick Bando would work his way out of a 2 outs bases loaded jam to hold the Sea Lions to one run in the first.

The next four innings went quickly, seeing a few hits from both sides. Then in the bottom of the 6th, the flood gates opened for the Sea Lions as they posted 5 runs on 3 hits.

In the 8th, Anthony Velasco singled to left to begin the inning, but after advancing to second on a sacrifice bunt by Gabriel Item, PLNU shut down the Hawks last viable effort to put runs on the board.

Two home runs in the bottom of the 8th by PLNU's Jeff Fox and Allen Boyer gave the Sea Lions three more runs, capping the game at 9-0.

SDCC hosts the next two games in the 4 game series. The game will be played at SDCC's home field in Barona, with a 2:00pm start. Due to rain, these game times have deviated from the original times. Please refer to the baseball schedule posted on the Hawks athletic website for the most up to date day and time for these games.

No.2 PLNU Pulls Away in 8th

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-03T14:54:00Z

Wed., Mar. 3, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- No. 2 Point Loma Nazarene (11-3-1,3-1 GSAC) hosted SDCC (1-7,1-4 GSAC) on Wednesday afternoon for the first of 2 games at Point Loma. The Sea Lions captured game one by a 7-2 score.

SDCC had the games first run in the 5th, after 4 complete scoreless innnings. Max Ouellette doubled to left center with two outs in the inning. Brian Charnock then singled in Ouellette.

The PLNU 6th snatched the Hawks lead as a single followed by a wild pitch and a walk set the stage for two men to cross home on Rashad Taylor's triple. A sacrifice fly brought in the third run of the inning for the Sea Lions.

Scott Whittet singled on a 2-1 pitch, stole second on the next at bat, and advanced to third on a fielder's choice. He became the Hawks 2nd run on Ouellette's timely single.

Unfortunately, the Hawks couldn't put runs on the board at the pace the Sea Lions were posting them. Loma tacked one on in the 7th and three in the bottom of the 8th, holding SDCC to 2 hits since since the 7th.

Fito Grijalva took the loss, going 6 innings, giving up 7 hits and 3 runs. Steven Winnick went 7 innings, giving up 2 runs on 4 hits. Josh Dexheimer recorded his first save for PLNU.

Whittet went 2-3 and Ouellette was 2-2 with an RBI.

The Hawks remain at PLNU for a game on Thursday, March 4, with the first pitch at 2:00pm.

Playoff Hopes Extinguished in Irvine

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-01T14:54:00Z

Mon., Mar. 1, 2010 [Box Score] [Final Season Stats]
Irvine, Calif. -- SDCC's opportunity to make GSAC playoffs since the 2006-2007 season slipped away on Monday as No. 2 Concordia University (28-2, 18-2 GSAC) walked away with an 89-57 win.

Turnovers were the story of the game for SDCC. CUI score 41 points off of turnovers to SDCC's 5 points off their 2. The Hawks only lead of the game came in the first minutes on points by James Green and Tyler Mutton. At 8-8, the final tie of the game, CUI went on a 33-14 run, taking a 42-21 lead into the locker room.

Jack Colston and James Green had 6 points in the first, leading the Hawks, while CUI's Terrance Worthy was 4-5 from the field, 3-4 from three-point land for 11 points and 4 assits.

The Eagles would continue to widen the point gap, reaching their high at 39 with 5:09 remaining.

Green totaled the most points for the Hawks with 13. He also had 8 rebounds. Derek Larsen was 4-7 from the field, ending with 11 points and 2 assits.

Andre Murillo was 9-13 for 19 points and 6 rebounds for the Eagles. The Eagles enter into the GSAC playoffs, which start March 4th at Biola University.

The Hawks finish their season with a record of 7-23 overall and 5-15 in the GSAC.

Tyler Mutton totaled 380 points for the Hawks in 30 games (12.7/gm). He led in team minutes with 875, pulled down 85 rebounds, shot 60-70 from the free-throw line, had 38 assists and 11 steals. Ahmed Abdelhamid led the Hawks in rebounds with 152 total (5.1/gm), 138 of them offensive. Jason Starr was the second highest point scorer with 296 points (10.6/gm). He also was ranked 49th in Division one in 3-point fieldgoal percentage at 39.6%. Danny Soliman held the most assists, 55 for the Hawks.

Final Game Goes To CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-01T14:54:00Z

Mon., Mar. 1, 2010 [Box Score] [Final Season Stats]
Irvine, Calif. -- On Monday, Concordia University (11-16, 4-15 GSAC) snatched the final GSAC conference game from SDCC (4-25, 1-19 GSAC), capturing the 87-80 win in the final minutes.

The Hawks held a moderate lead throughout the first half, allowing CUI control only in the opening minutes. SDCC would lead by as many as 14, taking a 38-34 score into halftime.

SDCC had a 48.5% team shooting percentage, with Torreya Edwards totaling 15 in the first.

The second half told a different story, in favor of the Eagles. SDCC's lead slipped away, giving Concordia space for a 16 minute run without a lead change. SDCC took a one point lead on a tip-in by Mercedes Griffis with 3:10 remaining. At 74-73, the remaining 3 minutes were taken by CUI, resulting in a 87-80 win.

Torreya Edwards had 30 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, and one block in her final collegiate game. Melissa Villalobos was 7-15, with 4 three-pointer's for 22 points.

Kayanna Nichols led in points for CUI, going 6-12 from the field.

In 29 games, Edwards was ranked 32nd in Division 1 for points per game, averaging 16.7 and 36th in total scoring with 483. She also had 148 rebounds, 76 assists, and 51 steals. Melisas Villalobos was ranked 10th in Division 1 for total steals with 81 and 13th in steals per game with a 2.8 average. She finished with 260 points and 102 rebounds.

The Hawks finished the season with a 4-25 overall record and a 1-19 record in the GSAC conference.

TMC Edges Out SDCC, Twice

Janelle Demchak — 2010-03-01T14:54:00Z

Mon., Mar. 1, 2010 [1][2]
Newhall, Calif. -- The Master's College (9-5,3-1 GSAC) swept San Diego Christian College (1-6,1-3 GSAC)in two close games, 12-11 and 2-0, on Monday.

It was a wild, high scoring game one that lasted 3 hours and 38 minutes. In the bottom of the first, TMC hacked away for 5 runs against Hawks starting pitcher, Kevin Keefe, who would eventually recieve the loss. Pete Goeman and Steve Vranau both homered in the first.

Top of the second saw 3 runs for the Hawks starting with Dominic Neocoechea's triple to right center. Neocoechea came home on a sacrifice fly by Luis Rivas. Then Brian Charnock knocked in both Scott Whittet, who reached on an error by the third baseman and Luis Perez, who was walked.

The Hawks tacked on 4 more runs, making it 8-7 going into the bottom of the 7th. The Mustang's proceeded to score 2 important run's off of three SDCC middle relievers in the inning.

The Hawks went into the 9th down 12-8. Ruben Hinojosa opened up the inning with a double to left, followed by Mike Bando's single to left. Their start allowed 3 runs to cross home plate, but TMC haulted their charge right in time, stranding the tie and go ahead run.

Perez was 2-4 with an RBI, Charnock batted three runs in, going 2-5. Mike Bando was also 2-5 with 2 RBI's. Tyler Bersano recieved the win for the Mustangs.

The second game went much faster than the first game, going 7 innings in 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Master's struck in the first and third innings, taking the game 2-0. SDCC was held to one hit by Zack Anderson. He went the full seven innings, walking one and striking out 7 in the win. SDCC's Sergio Guzman, went 6 innings, giving up 6 hits, 5 walks and collected 5 strikeouts.

Mike Bando had the lone hit of the game, going 3-7 on the day.

SDCC takes on last years NAIA World Series runner-up, Point Loma Nazarene University at PLNU on Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 2:00pm.

Villalobos Has 25 in Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-27T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 27, 2010 [Box Score]
Fullerton, Calif. -- Melissa Villalobos was 10-16 with 25 points on Saturday in the Hawks (4-24, 1-18 GSAC) 66-61 loss to the Royals of Hope International (12-17, 7-12 GSAC) in the second to last game of the season.

Hope opened up with an 8-2 run from the tip-off, carrying that lead for the first 12 minutes of the game. The game's leader changed on two successful free-throw's by Villalobos. SDCC took a ten point lead into the half with Villalobos scoring 13 of 17 points after the lead change.

SDCC kept the advantage until Hope recaptured the lead after being down for the last 19 minutes on a Lauren Salazar fast break. The Hawks came within two after giving up command, but couldn't regain it.

Villalobos also had 5 rebounds and 4 steals. Torreya Edwards had 13 points and was one shy of a double-double with 9 rebounds. She also had 4 steals and 3 assists.

Hope's Salazar led the Royals with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists. Hope outshot the Hawks 45.1% to 38.2% overall.

The Hawks last game of the season is Monday, March 1, at Concordia University. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

SDCC Takes 5th GSAC Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-27T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 27, 2010 [Box Score]
Fullerton, Calif. -- After the unfortunate result on Thursday against Azusa Pacific, SDCC (7-22, 5-14 GSAC) pulled out a 59-55 win on Saturday against Hope International University (4-25, 0-19 GSAC).

Hope led out of the gate, building an 8-point lead that SDCC would pick away at and eventually overtake, 22-21, on a jumper by Mada Abdelhamid. Despite the change, the game would go into the half tied at 25.

Hope's Kris Rosales had 14 points in the first, while two Hawks, James Green and Tyler Mutton both had 6 points each.

Hope again recaptured the lead, with 16:59 remaining at 32-31. They would build a cushion once again, but SDCC rallied in the last 4 minutes, fighting to secure the win in the final minute.

Mutton was 7-11 for 16 points. Green was 5-7 for 13 points, marking down 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals. Both teams shot 43.6% overall.

Rosales finished with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals.

With a win against No. 2 Concordia on Monday (Mar. 1), the Hawks will advance to the GSAC playoffs. Game time is scheduled for 7:30pm at Concordia University in Irvine.

APU Breaks 100 Point Barrier

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-25T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Feb. 25, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- The Hawks hosted No. 24 Azusa Pacific on Thursday in their last home game of the 2009-2010 season, falling 103-70.

The Cougars came out with speed and a early press going up by 8 before the Hawks could post their first points of the game. They would continue the high intensity play throughout the first, carrying a 55-28 lead into the second half.

APU's James Staniland made 100% of his shots in the first for 18 points. The Hawks struggled to sink opportunities, shooting only 33.3%.

The second half would continue in the same fashion as the Cougars pace widened the point gap. APU would carry a comfortable pad throughout the second half, breaking the 100 point barrier in the final 2 minutes.

APU shot 62.9% overall, shooting 71.4% in the first half. They also shot 59% from the three-point line.

Staniland was 7-8 from the field, 5-6 from behind the three-point line, and 4-4 from the free-throw line for 23 points. Dominique Johnson was 8-10 for 21 points.

Tyler Mutton and Jason Starr both ended with 13 points. Mada Abdelhamid had 5 rebounds for the Hawks.

Hope International hosts SDCC on Saturday, February 27th, with a 7:30pm tip-off time.

Hawks Drop Final Home Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-25T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Feb. 25, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The backdrop of senior night set the stage for the last home game at the Ryan Athletic Center where the Hawks fell to the No. 7 Azusa Pacific Cougars 80-62.

APU commanded the floor from tip-off going on a 13-2 run. SDCC would find themselves down by 23 going into the half.

Alex Moore-Porter was 5-5 from the field and 2-2 from three-point land ending the first half with 15 points for APU. Torreya Edwards was 4-10 in for 12 points, with 3 assists.

The second half remained an uphill battle for the Hawks. The Cougars stretched a 31 point lead with 10:46 remaining, ultimately winning by 18.

Moore-Porter finished 6-8 from the field, ending with 19 points and 2 steals.

Edwards had 26 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 block and 2 steals for the Hawks, followed by Melissa Villalobos, who put up 11 points and 4 steals.

SDCC takes the road to Hope International University on Saturday (Feb. 27) for their second to last game of the 2009-2010 season. The game is scheduled to start at 5:30pm.

Hawks Split First GSAC Double Header

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-25T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Feb. 25, 2010 [1][2]
San Diego, Calif. -- On a reschedule and a move of location, SDCC hosted The Master's College at Point Loma Nazarene due to field conditions at their home field. SDCC took the first game in 2 hours and 25 minutes by a 1-0 score and TMC snatched the second by a 4-2 margin.

The Hawks came out strong behind China McCarney in the first game, striking out 2 in the first inning and holding the Mustang's scoreless through 9. In the bottom of the second inning, Ryan Inverso walked to start the innning. Brian Charnock doubled to right center, driving in his first RBI of the season that would prove to be the winning run in the 1-0 final.

TMC's greatest threat came in the 7th when the Mustang's had the bases loaded with 2 outs, but Parker Price flied out to right to end the inning and the Mustang's greatest scoring opportunity of game one.

McCarney charted his first win, going a full 9 innings for the Hawks. He finished with 8 strikeouts on 130 pitches. TMC's Joseph Zeller, who took the loss, also went 9 innnings with 9 strikeouts.

Charnock was 2-3 with one RBI. Scott Whittet was 2-3 with a bunt single in the second and a double in the 7th.

Game two began in a completely different manner. Fito Grijalva took the mound for SDCC, striking out the first batter he faced. But game one's pitcher, Joseph Zeller went yard on a 1-0 count, giving TMC a 1-0 lead out of the gate.

SDCC wasn't shy for hits, but couldn't combine to bring runner's across the plate at the rate TMC did. In the top of the third, a bunt single by Ben Ives started the 3-run charge. Through a series of errors, hits and a sacrifice fly, the Mustangs took a 4-0 lead into the bottom of the third.

Hits accumulated for the Hawks, but it wasn't until the 5th inning they were able to get themselves on the board and again in the 9th, on a double by Luis Perez.

Grijalva took the loss for the Hawks, going 6 1/3 innings giving up 4 runs, on 7 hits. TMC's David Goodenough went 8 for the Mustangs, finishing with 6 strikeouts, giving up 10 hits.

The Mustang's Chris Talley was 2-4, with 1 RBI. SDCC's Dominic Necoechea was 2-3.

The Hawks travel to Master's on Saturday (Feb. 27) for a double-header, scheduled to begin at 11:00am.

FPU Squeaks Past SDCC by 4

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-20T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 20, 2010 [Box Score]
Fresno, Calif. -- Torreya Edwards had 30 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the Hawks (4-22, 1-16 GSAC) in their 70-66 loss to Fresno Pacific (7-20, 4-13 GSAC) on Saturday.

FPU's Jessica Torrecillas came out with the games first points, eventually marking 22 of her own in the first. The Sunbirds led by as much as 8 and as few as three throughout the first half, taking a 35-32 lead into the locker room.

In the early minutes of the second, the Hawks took their first lead on an Arlene Kaleopa 3-pointer. SDCC stacked a 5 point lead, only to have FPU sneak back to recapture. It would be a back and forth exchange until the final tie was broken by a FPU free-throw. The Sunbirds held strong in the final 5 minutes, squeaking out the win.

Melissa Villalobos had 11 points and 2 assists.

The Sunbirds' Jessica Torrecillas was 11-15 from the field and 13-16 from the free throw line for 35 points. She also totaled 13 rebounds and 3 assists.

SDCC's Lady Hawks senior night will be held at their next and last home game this Thursday (Feb. 25) against Azusa Pacific University. Seniors will be recognized during the 5:30pm game.

SDCC Falls by 7 to FPU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-20T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 20, 2010 [Box Score]
Fresno, Calif. -- On Saturday, in Fresno, the Hawks (6-21, 4-13 GSAC) faced the No. 25 Fresno Pacific Sunbirds (22-5, 12-5 GSAC) falling 67-60.

The Sunbirds gained the lead on a 3-point shot by FPU's leading scorer, James Lewis, 4 minutes into the match up. FPU took a 35-20 lead into the half. Lewis was 6-10 with 14 points for the Sunbirds in the first.

SDCC began to etch away at FPU's 15 point lead, coming within 3 points twice in the final 2 minutes. Unfortunately, they couldn't break beyond the 3-point barrier.

SDCC had a higher shooting percentage than FPU, 41.1% to 39.3%, but with free throws, FPU had a 34.4% advantage.

Jason Starr had 15 points and 6 rebounds. James Green went 6-10 for 12 points. He also had 3 assists and 7 rebounds. Tyler Mutton and Danny Soliman both tallied 9 points and 4 assists for the Hawks.

James Lewis totalled 20 points and 2 assists for FPU, followed by teammate Craige Ash who had 10 rebounds and was 9-12 for 19 points.

The Hawks come home for their last home game of the season against Azusa Pacific University on Thursday, February 25. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30pm with seniors being recognized before the game.

CSUSM Edges Hawks 4-3

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-19T14:54:00Z

Fri., Feb. 19, 2010 [Box Score]
Lakeside, Calif. -- In their second home game of the season, the Hawks dropped a close run 4-3 to the Cal State San Marcos Cougars.

Both teams were slow to put runs on the board. CSUSM struck first in the top of the 5th with a 3-run home run by Ricardo Moran. Up till the 7th inning, SDCC had left 2 men on base and remained silent on a response to the Cougars strike.

CSUSM's Brett Miller stepped into the bottom of the 7th to face Mike Bando, with his no hitter still in tact. Miller walked Bando, then gave up a right side seeing eye single. Still with no outs, Luis Perez came to the plate. With a 1-0 count, Perez hit his second home run of the year over the left center fence, tying the game at 3-3.

The CSUSM 8th yielded the go ahead run starting with a single by Omar Manzanarez. Manzanarez stole second and then scored on Silvett double to left. SDCC extinguished the threat with the games lone double play.

SDCC had the opportunity to come back in the bottom of the 9th when Ferguson plunked David Madrigal with a pitch to open the inning. It seemed as if the door had opened for the Hawks when Max Ouellette reached on a fielder's choice and Anthony Velasco, who pinch ran for Madrigal, reached second on an error by the shortstop. The opening narrowed when Ryan Inverso reached on a fielder's choice, on his pop fly to right. Ouellette was caught at second on the pop fly for the Hawks second out of the inning. With runners on second and third, the third baseman bobbled Scott Whittet's liner, but got the throw to first a half step before Whittet hit the bag, ending the game.

CSUSM improved to 7-5-1 on the season and the Hawks are now 0-3. If the predicted rain holds off, the Hawks next game is at Poway High School on Saturday (Feb. 20) against CSUSM, first pitch at 2:00pm.

Crusaders Take Win at Stars

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-18T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Feb. 18, 2010 [Box Score]
Lakeside, Calif. -- The Madonna University Crusaders (1-0, 0-0 WHAC), out of Michigan, came to sunny California to play the Hawks (0-2, 0-0 GSAC) on Thursday, pocketing a 7-1 victory.

China McCarney started on the mound for the Hawks, getting out the first with a man left on base. In the second inning, two walks lead to a double steal of second and home. A single to right brought the second run home, giving the Crusaders a 2-0 lead.

The bottom of the second opened up with third baseman Ruben Hinojosa singling to center field. The bases were loaded with one out after David Madrigal was hit by a pitch and Dominic Neocoechea reached on an error. Unfortunately, all three were stranded as Madonna got the next two outs, escaping the mounted SDCC threat.

The third, fourth and the top of the fifth proceeded without any action for both sides. But the bottom of the fifth, SDCC tacked a run on the board as a string of hits, starting with a Gabriel Item's double to center. Scott Whittet and Ryan Inverso followed with singles, bringing Item home.

Through the next 4 innings Madonna posted 5 more runs, including a two-run home run in the 8th by MU's pinch hitter Dan Harder.

Hinojosa went 2-3 today for the Hawks. McCarney (0-1), went 6 innings, giving up 3 runs on 3 hits. He also struck out 6 in the loss. Madonna's Robert Fraser (1-0) also went 6 innings giving up 1 run, 5 hits, and had 4 strike outs.

The Hawks take to the field again tomorrow (Feb. 19) in a 2:00pm game with CSU San Marcos at Stars Field.

No. 3 VU Nears 100 in Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-16T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- No. 3 Vanguard University (18-2, 14-2 GSAC) came to El Cajon on Tuesday night, nearly reaching the 100 point mark in their 93-62 win over the Hawks (4-21, 1-15 GSAC).

The Hawks stayed within 8 points of the NAIA ranked Lions, coming within 3 points of recapturing the lead on Kelly Johnson's three with 5:07 to go in the first. But as both sides got into foul trouble, free throws began to make the difference for VU.

From 30-27 score in favor of Vanguard, the Lions proceeded to stun the Hawks by going on a 42-12 streak. They remained disciplined, going up by 34 with 8 minutes to go, ushering in the 93-62 win.

Vanguard shot 90% from the free throw line and 54.1% from the field by games end. SDCC's percentage from the field was 30% and shot 75% from the free throw line.

SDCC's Torreya Edwards had 12 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Courtney Barlow had another decent night from the floor going 2-4 from the three point line, finishing with 12 points.

VU's Bridgette Reyes was 7-13 from the field and 6-6 from the line. She finished with 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.

The Hawks make their way up to Fresno Pacific for a 2:00pm tip-off on Saturday, February 20.

Mutton Scores 30 in Hawks Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-16T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- On Tuesday night, SDCC (6-20, 4-12 GSAC) rallied behind Junior Tyler Mutton, who put away 30 points for the Hawks in the 76-64 win over Vanguard University (5-17, 4-12 GSAC).

SDCC had mounted a 21-12 lead with 9:52 to go in the first half. VU then pulled out a 22-13 run that brought them to a possible turning point in the half, a 34-34 tie with 1:57 remaining. But James Green's jumper gave the lead back to the Hawks, who would take a 36-35 lead into the second half.

Mutton had 20 points in the first half, going 6-7 from three-point land. VU's Dennis Heenan went 3-4 for 9 points.

SDCC exploded out of the gate with 19-5 run that would cushion the remainder of the game for the Hawks. The Hawks allowed the Lions to get no closer than 8 points, eventually taking the game by 12.

Green had 15 points, 5 assists and 6 rebounds. Mutton was 7-10 from the field, 6-8 from behind the three-point line, and 10-10 from the free throw line. Derek Larsen pulled down 8 rebounds and had 2 assists.

The Hawks show 91.3% from the free-throw line and 47% from the field.

SDCC takes off for Fresno on Saturday (Feb. 20) to play No. 25 Fresno Pacific University at 4:00pm.

No. 5 Biola, Breaks SDCC Streak

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-13T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 13, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- No. 5 Biola made their way out of the Ryan Athletic Center on Saturday night with a 78-53 win, breaking the SDCC streak of NAIA top-ten upsets. BU improves to 23-2 overall, 13-2 in the GSAC. The Hawks drop to 4-20, 1-14 in the GSAC.

It was a tight game in the first to a 19-14 score. At that point, Biola moved from a man-to-man defensive system to a 2-3 zone that the Hawks were unable to penetrate. BU proceeded to go on a 24-8 run, making the score 43-22 with 16 minutes remaining in the game. BU continuted to put baskets away, shooting 63% from the field to SDCC's 42.3% in the second half.

Jason Starr led the Hawks with 21 points, hitting 6 three-point shots. Tyler Mutton was 4-7 from behind the three line, ending with 12 points. James Green pulled down 5 rebounds, finishing with 6 points.

BU's Danny Campbell had 18 points for the Eagles. Marlon King was 8-10, finishing with 16 points, 5 assists and 1 steal.

Vanguard comes to El Cajon on Tuesday, February 16th, for the second to last home game for the Hawks 2009-2010 season. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30pm.

No. 18 Biola Comes Out on Top

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-13T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 13, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- SDCC's Courtney Barlow had 20 points and 8 rebounds in the Lady Hawks loss to the No. 18 Biola University Eagles on Saturday. The Eagles improved to 14-9 overall, 10-5 in the GSAC with the 87-68 win. The Hawks drop to 4-20 on the season, 1-14 in the GSAC.

Biola opened with an 11-2 run started in the paint by Jessilyn Conicelli from pass by Christina Barclay. Barclay and Conicelli were the point leaders for BU with 18 and 16 points respectively. The Hawks began to put points on the board at a pace that kept them within 11 of the Eagles until 8:39 remained in the first. BU slowly increased their lead to 25, then taking a 47-26 lead to the locker room.

SDCC's Torreya Edwards had 13 points in the first half while BU shot 61% from the field. Conicelli was 7-9 for 14 points with 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Barclay was also 7-9 for 14 points, counting 3 assists in the first twenty minutes.

BU remained in control for the remainder of the game, but with the help of Barlow's 16 point second half, the Hawks were able to close the gap from 31 points to 19 by games end.

Melissa Villalobos followed Barlow's 20 point effort, collecting 16 points. The Hawks shot 31.3% from the field to BU's 52.9%.

Barclay also had 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Conicelli added 12 rebounds and 6 assists to her night's stats.

The Hawks take on No. 3 Vanguard on Tuesday (Feb. 16) in their second to last home game. The game is scheduled for a 5:30pm start.
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PLNU, 65-51

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- Point Loma Nazarene University (8-15, 5-10 GSAC) hosted SDCC (5-19, 3-11 GSAC) on Tuesday, emerging victoriously with a final score of 65-51.

SDCC held the lead for the first 12 minutes, but at 16-15, a Hawk turnover resulted in a fastbreak layup that proved to be the turning point in the game. From that point on the Sea Lions commanded the board, taking a 24-20 lead into halftime. Viktor Asaciovas posted 7 points and 3 rebounds, going 2-2 from the field in the first for SDCC.

Out of the break, PLNU scored the first points. They continued that first strike mentality against the Hawks until the end, taking a 65-51 win.

The Sea Lions shot 71.4% from the field in the second half, scoring
41 points, almost double their first half amount.

PLNU's Rhett Beal led the Sea Lions offense with 17 points and 7 rebounds.

Jason Starr was 6-12, 4-7 from the behind the three point line for 19 points, leading the Hawks tonight. Marcus Miller ended with 10 points for the Hawks. Viktor Asaciovas tallied 8 points and 6 rebounds.

SDCC hosts No. 5 Biola University at 7:30pm on Saturday, February 13.

Loma's Planeta Posts 8 Blocks in Hawk Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- San Diego Christian (4-19, 1-13 GSAC) traveled to play the No. 5 Point Loma Nazarene University Sea Lions (22-2, 13-2 GSAC) where the Sea Lion's grabbed their 22nd win with a 77-41 score over the Hawks.

Aside from a tie at 5-5 in the 4th minute of play, it was the Sea Lions game. The Hawks kept it within 6 points for the next 10 minutes, but after that 19-13 score, Point Loma proceeded to widened the lead to 14, taking a 35-21 lead into the half.

The Sea Lions continued to increase their lead, pulling away by 36 at three points in the second half. Colleen Planeta had 13 points and 4 blocks in the final 20 minutes, helping the Sea Lions to a 77-41 win.

SDCC shot 21.9% to PLNU's 50% from the field. PLNU's Planeta was 7-10 witth 21 points, 8 blocks and 8 rebounds.

Torreya Edwards had 10 points and 4 rebounds. Melissa Villalobos had 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 steals. Alex Dill had 7 rebounds.

No. 18 Biola comes to El Cajon on Saturday (Feb. 13) for the last meet up of the regular season. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

Slips Away in Double Overtime

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 6, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Jack Colston was 7-for-12 for 21 points and had 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals in the Hawks (5-18, 3-10 GSAC) loss tonight to No. 25 The Master's College (16-7, 9-4 GSAC) in double overtime, 89-77.

It was a tight game through the first half. The largest lead of the first half was 9 points, in favor of the Mustangs. The Hawks then proceeded to blank TMC in the next 4 minutes with a 9-0 run, tieing at 13-13. Six ties ocurred throughout the half, but the Hawks took a 30-28 lead into the locker room.

SDCC held the remains of their first half lead for ten minutes, fending off the Mustang offensive attack lead by Joey Fuca who had 23 points and 5 assists for TMC. Regulation ended with a 62-62 tie on a pair of SDCC free throws in the final seconds.

In the first overtime, the Hawks came out to a 9-1 stretch taking a 71-63 lead with 56 seconds remaining. A series of made jumpers and fouls brought the game to a 72-72 tie. In the final second of the first overtime, SDCC drew a foul on the way to the hoop, but couldn't cash in on either free throw, sending it into the second OT.

Shadowed in spirit from the foul out of five teammates and the missed opportunity, the Hawks found themselves victim of a 17-3 streak capped by TMC's successful free throws. TMC walked away from the 2OT GSAC game with an 89-77 win.

Tyler Mutton ended with 15 points and 6 rebounds. TMC's Thomas Millar was 5-9 with 15 points and 6 rebounds.

SDCC visits Point Loma Nazarene on Tuesday (Feb. 6) for a 7:30pm tip-off.

Homecoming Woes

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Feb. 6, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- After a day full of homecoming celebration, The Master's College (12-9, 7-6 GSAC) came to play the Lady Hawks (4-18, 1-12 GSAC) at the Ryan Athletic Center, taking a 81-70 win back with them to Newhall, California.

The Mustangs came back from a 4 point defecit to tie the game at 10 on a jumper by their leading scorer Brittany Henderson. The game would tie for the last time on a SDCC basket by Thalia Benjamin. In TMC's response, the Hawks would lose their lead for the remainder of the game.

Melissa Villalobos had her first double-double of the season with 11 rebounds, going 4-7 from behind the three ending with 15 points. Torreya Edwards finished with 22 points, 4 assists and 3 steals. Courtney Barlow went 5-8 from the field for 14 points. She also had 3 steals.

TMC's Henderson was 6-for-11 earning double-double stats with 11 rebounds and 17 points.

The Hawks travel across San Diego to Point Loma Nazarene on Tuesday (Feb. 9) for a 5:30pm tip-off time.

Working For Purpose

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Feb. 3, 2010 [Image Gallery]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Forty-six players and athletic department staff members of San Diego Christian College gathered on Wednesday (Feb. 3), to hear the testimony of the San Diego Padres First Baseman, Adrian Gonzalez (pictured left, right). Gonzalez was invited in conjunction with Coach Chris Bando's 1 Corinthians 10:31 coaching philosophy, teaching his players to do all for the glory of God.

Coach Bando (pictured left, left), a former major leaguer, now shepherd of young baseball players, gives great emphasis to every athlete who professes Christ to do so even in an arena riddled with compromise. In light of that conviction, Coach Bando brings in role models of that lifestyle to impart living truth to the young men.

Adrian Gonzalez, a San Diego native and hometown favorite, has found incredible success in his career as a major leaguer, including batting .304 to help the Padres win the NL West, in 2006, his first year with the club. He was awarded Padres MVP in three of four years as a player. In 2008 and 2009, he was an MLB All-Star selection and the winner of the Rawlings Gold Glove award. Other awards Gonzalez has received include clubhouse and player of the week honors.

Despite his success on the field, Gonzalez, in partnership with his wife, Betsey, hold fast to being set apart for the purposes of Jesus Christ. In his time with the Hawks, Gonzalez shared the process through which God has taken his family though to be where they are today. He then fielded questions from the players and other staff in the room, answering everything from 'What's your favorite park to play in?' to inquiry of how to walk out a life pleasing to the Lord in Major League Baseball.

Amidst the hands raised, one player asked the question, "what body part do you focus on the most in your lifting routine?". As a spectator myself, I listened to his answer transform a strictly athletic question into an illustration of his foundational spiritual discipline.

"You gotta exercise everything, dude," Gonzalez freely responded amongst the rooms laughter in regards to the question. "You can’t just focus on one thing. You can't take any muscle for granted. The biggest thing is to be ground based. Make sure you do everything with your feet on the ground. It's not about looks it's about how your body responds for the game."

In this one response, Gonzalez outlined his game plan for success not only in the weight room, but in walking with the Lord. He painted a picture of planting your feet on a foundation that ensures proper strengthening for the opportunities ahead, a timely word for college students with broad horizons.

Gonzalez's step to share his heart for walking "not by words, but by actions" in a Christ-honoring fashion, has gained him a respect not just with the Padres organization, but with the community in the Greater San Diego area. The example he has set, not just in word, but in action, will continue to influence as a role model for athletes in this generation and generations to come.

60-39 CBU Victory

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
Riverside, Calif. -- California Baptist University (14-8, 7-5 GSAC) hosted the Hawks (5-17, 3-9 GSAC) defeating them by a score of 60-39.

In the early minutes, SDCC took a 3-2 lead on a three by Tyler Mutton, but failed to recapture a lead after that point. CBU ran the floor, taking the up-end of a 35-21 score into the half. The second half yielded few points, as it ended as the lowest scoring game of the season thus far for SDCC.

CBU shot 63.4% from the field to SDCC's 31%.

Tyler Mutton 13 points and 2 assists. James green had 7 rebounds and 4 points going 2-4 from the field.

CBU's leader for the night was Davey Hopkins who had 9 points, 5 assists and 2 steals.

SDCC's hosts The Master's College on Saturday as a part of Homecoming festivities. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30pm.

CBU By 19, 77-58

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Feb. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
Riverside, Calif.-- San Diego Christian fell 77-58 to the California Baptist Lancers Tuesday night in Riverside, falling to 4-17 overall and 1-11 in the GSAC. CBU improves to 11-11 overall and 4-8 in the GSAC.

CBU held a commanding lead throughout the game, holding the Hawks to 22 points in the first half. Although SDCC outscored the Lancers by 5 points in the second half, the Lancers first half padding ensured them the win.

CBU's Kendra Morris went 9-15 from the field, 6-8 from behind the three for 32 points. She also had 5 steals and 3 assists.

Kelly Johnson had 11 points and 5 rebounds leading the Hawks in total points. Melissa Villalobos had 8 steals, 9 points and 4 rebounds.

The Hawks next game is this Homecoming Saturday at 5:30pm against The Master's College.

Tyler Mutton, GSAC Player of the Week

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Feb. 1, 2010
Tyler Mutton was awareded GSAC Player of the Week for Men's Basketball for the week of Feburary 1st. For full release, click here.

Hawks Fall 16-4 In Season Opener to No. 3 UCSD

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Feb. 1, 2010 [Box Score]
La Jolla, Calif.-- San Diego Christian College opened the 2009-2010 season on Monday falling 16-4 to the No. 3 ranked UC San Diego Tritons.

The Tritons are a Division II program in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). In preseason polling, the Tritons were ranked No. 3 in the NCAA Division II behind Emporia St. and Floria Southern.

In the first, SDCC came out with back to back singles by catcher Luis Perez and second baseman Mike Bando, but an inning ending double play turned by UCSD's shortstop Vance Albitz stiffled the threat. UCSD had a 6 run first inning, on 4 hits and 1 error that cushioned them for the remaining 8 innnings.

Scott Whittet reached first base on a fielder's choice in the third with two outs. The next at bat, starting catcher Luis Perez' hit a double to right field, bringing Scott Whittet home.

The Tritons would line their lead with six more runs in the 4th inning, leading 14-1 going into the top of the 5th. SDCC stacked up three consecutive hits, the third being a home run by Perez, his first of the season. His three-run home run brought the score to 14-4.

UCSD tacked on two more runs in the 6th making it 16-4. 25 Triton players would see the field throughout the course of the game. Kellen Lee was 2-4 with 4 RBI's in the 16 run game.

Tritons Tim Shibuya earned the win, while SDCC's Sergio Guzman took the loss from the mound for the Hawks.

Gabriel Item and Mike Bando both went 2-4. Luis Perez was 3-4 with 4 RBI's (1 1B, 1 2B, HR).

The Hawks get a small break before coming back to action on Friday, February 12th at home versus La Sierra University at 2:00pm.

Westmont Takes Second Meeting, 79-62

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan 29, 2010 [Box Score]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- SDCC's (5-16, 3-8 GSAC) two game win streak ended tonight in Santa Barbra as Westmont (14-6, 6-5 GSAC) held on for the 79-62 win. Jason Starr was 6-9 from behind the three-point line finishing with 23 points for the Hawks.

The Hawks couldn't find their footing in the first half as they watched Westmont pull away by 13 with 8:41 remaining in the first. The Warriors capitalized on shots that wouldn't fall for the Hawks, allowing Westmont to take a 43-19 lead into half time.

Second half action yielded a similar outcome for Westmont. They maintained a 20+ point lead until the last 11 seconds when Starr hit a three to break the 20-point barrier.

Tyler Mutton followed with 11 points. Jack Colston pulled down 6 rebounds and had 2 assists. Keenan Patterson led the Hawks in assists on the night with 4.

Five Warriors finished with more than 10 points. Westmont's John Miller had 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Evan Haines had 2 blocks and 5 rebounds.

SDCC travels to California Baptist University on Tuesday, February 2nd for a 7:30pm tip-off time.

Westmont Downs SDCC 72-47

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan 29, 2010 [ Box Score ]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- In their second meeting of GSAC, Westmont pulled in a 72-47 win, shooting 48.5% from the field. San Diego Christian is now 4-16, 1-10 GSAC as Westmont improves to 12-7 overall and 5-6 in the GSAC.

Westmont exploded out of the gate, taking a 21-5 lead in the first 10 minutes, opening it to a 23 point margin 4 minutes later. The Hawks were held to 21 points in the first half to the Warriors 40.

Against SDCC's efforts, Westmont stretched their lead to 35 at 72-37 with 4:45 remaining, ultimately taking the win. Westmont's Amber Stevens was 8-9 finishing with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 of the Warriors 16 total assists.

Arlene Kaleopa was 4-7 with 10 points. Melissa Villalobos also finished with 10 points and 2 steals. Courtney Barlow was 2-4 from the field, finishing with 6 points and 8 rebounds. Torreya Edwards was held to 9 points after scoring 35 in the Hawks last game win against Concordia.

The Hawks move forward to prepare for Tuesday's (Feb. 2) game at California Baptist University scheduled for 5:30pm.

Unbelievable Upset Over No. 2 Concordia

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Jan. 26, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (5-15, 3-7 GSAC) handed No. 2 Concordia University (19-1, 9-1 GSAC) their first loss of the 2009-2010 season tonight, in an underdog upset, 80-75.

In the tenth game of competition in the Golden State Athletic Conference, San Diego Christian has now upset two top ten teams, No. 2 Concordia and No. 7 Fresno Pacific University on January 16th.

Concordia's speed set the tone for the game, but SDCC struck first, opening with a 4-0 run, holding the lead for 6 minutes. The Eagles would go up three, only for the Hawks to return with an 8-0 run to take a 25-20 lead. CU struck repeatedly, bringing the game to a tie with 32 seconds remaining at 32-32. But a drive by Marcus Miller gave the Hawks the 34-32 advantage going into the half.

SDCC's James Green was 5-5 closing the first half with 12 points. CU's Justin Johnson was 3-5 with 9 points.

Johnson, who finished the game with 21 points, brought the score to 34-34 in the first seconds of the second half. CU's early attack efforts were thwarted by a 12-2 run by SDCC, giving them a ten point lead with 12:40 to play. A 13 point gap opened up at 64-51, but with 4 three's and a few buckets, CU found themselves within 3 points of keeping their undefeated record. SDCC was 4-6 from the line in the last 30 seconds, sealing the win.

SDCC shot a season high 61% from the field and 83.3% from the free-throw line, having three players finish with double-digit point totals. Mutton was 4-9 from behind the three-point line, totaling a personal high 23 points. He also had 5 rebounds and two steals. Miller had 10 points and 3 assists. Green went 8-8 closing the game with 18 points, 2 steals and 3 rebounds. Jack Colston pulled down a team high 7 rebounds, ending with 7 points.

Johnson, a dominant force in the Eagles’ offense, was 8-14 in his 21 points. He also marked 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Terrance Worthy finished with 13 points and 2 steals. CU shot 44.4% from the field, and 66.7% from the free-throw line.

SDCC looks to even the score with Westmont on Saturday in their second meeting of the season. Westmont, currently ranked No. 22, hosts the match up for a 7:30pm tip-off.

First GSAC Win Over Concordia

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 26, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Torreya Edwards totals 35 points and 5 assists in the Hawks first GSAC win over Concordia University, 82-68.

Concordia drew the first points of game, but SDCC quickly rebounded with a 10-0 run, taking a 9 point lead at 14-5. With 7:25 remaining, the Eagles regained control of the board on 6-0 run started by CU's Sarah Lindsay's three point bucket. CU's lead would wither as a three-point shot by Courtney Barlow powered the Hawks into 9-0 run, giving them a 34-28 lead going into the half.

First half leaders included SDCC's Melissa Villalobos with 10 points and 5 rebounds and Lindsey Kingsland with 8 points and 7 rebounds.

Continuing their run, the Hawks opened up a 14 point lead 5:30 into the second half. But the Eagles hard work in the arc erased the deficit, giving them a 1 point lead. Again, SDCC responded to CU's push regaining the lead for the final time with 4 minutes remaining, on a Edwards layup.

Edwards was 10-18 from the field, 2-4 from the three, and 13-14 from the line. Villalobos carried 16 points, 5 steals and 7 rebounds. Thalia Benjamin had 11 points and 10 rebounds in the Hawk win.

SDCC shot 44.8% from the field to CU's 38.6%.

For their next game, the Hawks travel to Santa Barbra to play Westmont on Saturday, January 30th. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

Hawks Win 74-73 In Final Seconds

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 23, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- In the final seconds, SDCC tallied their second GSAC win of the year, 74-73 over Hope International University. The Royals fall to 4-14 overall and 0-9 in GSAC play. San Diego Christian is now 4-15 overall and 2-7 in conference.

The first half was in Hope's favor who held the lead for 16 straight minutes leading them into the half with the upside of the 40-33 score. Despite the 5 first half ties, the Hawks couldn't break the barrier, keeping the score within 7 points. HIU's Marcellus Cullors went 4-6 from the field, collecting 11 points in the first. SDCC's Tyler Mutton was 6-10 overall, 2-3 from behind the three-point line, closing the half with 14 points.

Hope extended their lead to 10 in the opening minutes of the second half on a made three-pointer by Cullors. At 11:33, Marcus Miller made a three, tying the game for the seventh time. At this point the Hawks still had yet to gain the lead off of a tied score. But at 8:54 Jason Starr hit a three on a pass from Marquis Kennedy to take their first lead since the early minutes of the game.

The atmosphere tensed in the Ryan Athletic center as leads were gained and whittled down in the last minutes. With 1:10 remaining, Hope recaptured the lead, going ahead by three with Richard Merical's 2 successful free-throws off a SDCC foul.

With 20 seconds remaining, Jack Colston hit a jumper bringing the Hawks within 1 point. With 6 seconds remaining, a SDCC foul put the Royals at the line with a chance for an insurance point. A missed opportunity turned into a last second chance for the Hawks that Jason Starr sunk with 2 seconds remaining to pull the 74-73 win.

Mutton finished with 22 points, going 4-5 from three point land. Starr had 12 points, including the game winning basket. Kennedy had 5 assists and 5 points. Derek Larsen had 6 rebounds for the Hawks.

Hope's Cullors went 8-12 from the field, finishing with 22 points and 9 rebounds.

SDCC hosts No. 2 Concordia University on Tuesday, January 26th at 7:30pm. Tuesday is also the day SDCC and CUI will be participating in Suits and Sneakers in conjunction with the all of the GSAC schools to raise money for a family at Fresno Pacific who is battling cancer.

HIU Takes It, 73-61

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 23, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks (3-15, 0-9 GSAC) fell today to the Hope International Royals (7-12, 2-7 GSAC) 73-61.

SDCC contended for maintaining a lead in the early minutes, but with 11:48 remaining, HIU captured the lead and extended it to 11, taking a 35-24 score into halftime. Torreya Edwards had 13 points and 2 steals for the Hawks.

HIU widened their lead to 15 with 18:55 to go. SDCC began to chip away at those 15 points coming within 1 at 48-47, on Kelly Johnson's made three. Unfortunately, the Hawks lost steam, allowing the Royals to ultimately regain a double-digit advantage, ending the game at 73-61.

Edwards finished with new personal high, 29 points. She also had 5 rebounds and 4 steals. Thalia Benjamin had 13 boards. Kelly Johnson hit 3 three-point shots ending with 9 points.

SDCC hosts Concordia University on Tuesday, January 26th at 5:30pm. Tuesday is also the day SDCC and CUI will be participating in Suits and Sneakers in conjunction with the all of the GSAC schools to raise money for a family at Fresno Pacific who is battling cancer.

APU Wins By 30, 102-72

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Jan. 21, 2010 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- Tyler Mutton went 4-8 with 3 assists ending with 14 points tonight in a marginal loss to Azusa Pacific University (13-6, 6-3 GSAC), who had received votes in the last NAIA polling.

SDCC (3-15-0, 1-7 GSAC) hung with APU untill 13:46, leading 11-9, but a layup by APU's Reggie Owens tied the game at 11-11. Owens' made free-throw broke the last tie score the game would see. APU took a 19-point lead into the half after being up by 24 with 2:17 remaining in the half.

The Hawks efforts to redeem the deficit came up short, incidentally the Cougars extended their lead to 32, taking a thirty point lead to the end.

Cougars Dominique Johnson went 9-13 from the field, and 10-11 from the free-throw line ending with 30 points, 4 assists and 5 steals.

Hope International travels to El Cajon on Saturday, January 23rd for a 4:00pm tip-off.

No. 11 APU Victory, 86-50

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Jan. 21, 2010 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- Torreya Edwards had 16 points, 5 rebounds, 4 steals and 3 assists tonight in the Hawks (3-14, 0-8 GSAC) loss to the No. 11 Azusa Pacific University Cougars (15-4, 8-1 GSAC), 86-50.

The Cougars opened up a 16--6 lead in the first 6 minutes, taking a 20 point lead into the half. APU's largest lead came on a three-point shot by Jessica Raber, extending their lead to 22 with one minute remaining.

APU remained in command of the score board, steadily increasing their lead as the second half wound down. A jumper by SDCC's Allison Mercer closed the game out, with APU taking the 86-50 win at home.

Thalia Benjamin pulled down 5 rebounds, finishing with 8 points.

Alex Moore-Porter went 9-15 with 22 points and 5 rebounds. APU shot 48.5% from the field while SDCC shot 37.5%.

Hope International University comes to El Cajon on January 23 (Saturday), for a 2:00pm tip-off.

Hawks Upset No. 7 Fresno Pacific

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 16, 2010 {Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian pocketed their third win of the season in an upset over No. 7 Fresno Pacific University, 82-79.
The Hawks improve to 3-14 overall and 1-6 in the GSAC. Fresno falls to 13-4 overall and 3-4 in the GSAC.

FPU came out with a lead that they held for 18 minutes in the first half. Leads exchanged in the last two minutes ending with Danny Soliman's three-point basket, taking the Hawks into the half with a 35-34 lead. SDCC shot 52% from the field going 8-13 from behind the three. Tyler Mutton had 12 points, going 4-5 on three's. Soliman was 3-3 in three-point shooting, collecting 11 points in the first half.

The Hawks held their lead for 12 minutes, when FPU took the lead opening up a 5 point gap that SDCC would whittle down to retake the lead. With 2:15 remaining, a 3 point shot by Todd Brown tied the match up at 76-76. An energetic final 2 minutes saw the Hawks and Sunbirds clash for the lead. After Browns bucket, Soliman responded with an 'and one' jump shot to give SDCC a three-point lead. The Sunbirds were relentless in their pursuit to maintain their standing on a jumper by Alex Davenport with 16 seconds remaining. Still up by one, Tyler Mutton insurance points on free-throws secured the 82-79 win.

The Hawks defensive efforts were unified tonight, despite second half foul trouble. The offensive attack was the strongest of the season, with 5 players scoring in the double-digits. Soliman finished with 18 points, 6 assists, going 5-6 from the field, and 3-4 from the three. Mutton had 17 points, going 5-8 from behind the three-point line and 5 rebounds. Jason Starr had 13 points, shooting 3-5 from three point land as well. Viktor Asaciovas went 5-6 from the field finishing with 12 points and 5 rebounds.

Alex Davenport was FPU's leading scorer on the night with 18 points. He went 5-6 from the field and 8-8 from the free-throw line.

The Hawks go to Azusa Pacific on Thursday, January 21 for a 7:30pm tip-off.

Hawks Fall By 9 To FPU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 16, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Hawks (3-13, 0-7 GSAC) action resumed tonight in a game against the Fresno Pacific Sunbirds (5-12, 2-5 GSAC) who took the victory by 9 points, 62-53.

Fresno Pacific opened the game up with a 8-2 run that established their lead for the length of the game. The Sunbirds had points peppered across their rostered players, with Keri Stephanoff leading with 10. FPU carried a 38-21 lead into the locker room at half.

The Hawks couldn't get a break in the second half. FPU kept SDCC at a double-digit distance until the last thirty-seconds of the game when Alex Dill hit a three-point shot, bringing the Hawks within 9.

Torreya Edwards led the Hawks with 15 points. Courtney Barlow went 4-7 with 9 rebounds and 11 points.

The Sunbirds leading scorer, Stephanoff, finished with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists, going 8-9 from the field. FPU shot 53% from the field tonight to SDCC's 32%.

No. 12 Azusa Pacific hosts SDCC on Thursday, January 21 for their next game. APU's tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

Vanguard Pulls Out Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Jan. 12, 2010 [Box Score]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- The Hawks fell tonight on the road at Vanguard University 73-54. The Hawks fall to 2-14 overall and 0-6 in the GSAC while the Lions improve to 4-8 overall and 3-3 in GSAC play.

VU jumped out to a 15-2 lead 3:38 into the game. They would sustain that lead and the Hawks found themselves down by 21 going into the half. Jason Starr had 10 points in the first half while the Hawks collectively shot 33.3% from the field compared to VU's 58.1%.

The Hawks found a plateau in the second half. VU positioned themselves in a constant double-digit lead that Hawks point efforts couldn't break.

VU's Alex Chapman went 6-12 with 15 points and 6 rebounds.

Jason Starr led the Hawks with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Mada Abdelhamid collected 6 rebounds and had 3 assists with 6 points. Tyler Mutton finished with 10 points.

Fresno Pacific University comes to SDCC on Saturday (Jan. 16) for a 4pm tip-off.

No. 4 Lions Victorious

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Jan. 12, 2010 [Box Score]
Costa Mesa, Calif. -- The No. 4 Lions from Vanguard University (9-1, 5-1 GSAC) hosted SDCC today in Costa Mesa, defeating the Hawks (3-12, 0-6 GSAC) 81-63.

Vanguard came out hot, finding the hoop 6 times, 2 from behind the three-point line in the first 6 minutes, taking a 14-4 lead. SDCC kept VU within range, whittling their lead down to 2 points, 23-21, with 6:35 remaining on a three by Melissa Villalobos. Vanguard's Bridgette Reyes responded with a bucket, reviving the Lions offensive attack. From that 25-21 score, the Lions went on a 18-7 run, taking with them a 43-28 lead into the half.

Things didn't improve much for the Hawks in the first portion of the second half, as Vanguard opened up their lead with 8:57 remaining to a 26 point difference. The Hawks couldn't pull a strong enough rally together to overcome the amounted deficit, but played hard till the clock expired.

Vanguard's Bridgette Reyes went 5-10 totaling 23 points, 3 assists, and 5 rebounds. Rachel Copeland followed with 17 points and 7 rebounds.

Hawks Torreya Edwards had a team high 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Courtney Barlow pulled down the team high 8 rebounds, finishing with 8 points and 4 assists. The Hawks were 11-34 from behind the three-point line. Melissa Villalobos had personal high 4 three-point baskets for the Hawks, totaling 14 points for her on the night. Alex Dill went 3-6 on three-point shots and 4-9 from the field totaling 11 points.

SDCC takes on Fresno Pacific University at home on Saturday, January 16. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00pm.

Hawks Fall To No. 5 Biola

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
La Mirada, Calif. -- Biola (15-0, 5-0 GSAC) remains at a perfect record as they defeated the San Diego Christian College Hawks (2-13, 0-5 GSAC) 72-55 in GSAC play.

The Hawks held their own against the No. 5 ranked Eagles in the opening minutes, keeping a tight score of 10-9. Biola streaked away on a 17-5 run in the next 10 minutes, taking a 36-25 lead into the half.

In the second half, Biola's break away would increase to 22 at one point. They took the game by 17 points.

Tyler Mutton scores a team high 13 points, followed by Jason Starr's 12 points. The Eagles Nate Rakestraw collected 19 points. Fifteen of Rakestraw's 19 points came on three-point shots. He was 5-7 from behind the three line.

BU shot 54.9% from the field and a solid 88.9% from the free-throw line. The Hawks made 35% of their shots from the field, ringing in a 70% mark from the line.

The Hawks play at Vanguard University at 7:30pm on Tuesday, January 12th.

BU Triumphs, Double-Double for French

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 9, 2010 [Box Score]
La Mirada, Calif. -- In GSAC play, the Hawks (3-11, 0-5) traveled to La Mirada tonight to play Biola University (7-6, 3-2 GSAC), falling 65-50.

A slow start for the Hawks allowed Biola to take a 11-2 lead in the first three minutes. But the next three ushered in a 9-0 run for SDCC, that tied the game at 11. Biola would pull away into a small lead before the half, but SDCC brought it within 2 on a lay up by Melissa Villalobos in the closing seconds. The Eagles took a 21-19 lead into half-time.

The Hawks were held to an unfortunate 3 points in the first seven minutes, as they watched the margin increase to a 14 point deficit at 36-22, with 13:25 remaining. SDCC brought it within 9 approaching 5 minutes to go, but Biola finished their opportunities, downing the Hawks by 15 points.

Eagles guard, Jennifer French, recorded a double-double, scoring 20 points and pulling down 10 rebounds.

Torreya Edwards led the Hawks with 17 points and 3 steals. Thalia Benjamin had 12 rebounds on the night. Allison Mercer had 9 total points for the Hawks.

SDCC travels to No. 4 Vanguard University on Tuesday (Jan. 12) for a 5:30pm tip-off.

PLNU Pulls Away Late

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Jan. 5, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- After a full game of lead exchanges, Point Loma Nazarene pulled away in the final 4 minutes to take the GSAC match up, 72-63. Point Loma improves to 5-8 overall and 2-3 in the GSAC, while the Hawks drop to 2-12, 0-4 in the GSAC.

The Sea Lions struck first, but SDCC responded with 7 quick points. That type of score response continued throughout the game, but in the first half, the lead differential struggled to grow above 4 points. That battle took Loma and SDCC into the half with the score 33-33.

PLNU's Nate Van Weelden and Paul Holtfrerich each had 9 points for the Sea Lion's in the first half. Tyler Mutton had 11 of his 15 points in the first for the Hawks.

Loma opened up the second half with a 8-2 run that the Hawks never fully recovered from. With 5:11 remaining, Jason Starr hit a three-point shot that brought the Hawks within 1 point. Then a pair of successful free-throws by Starr gave the Hawks a 1 point lead with 4:26 remaining. It was then that Loma went on a 12-2 run to take the game, 72-63.

Starr led the Hawks with 16 points, going 4-7 from the field with 2 three's and 6-7 from the free-throw line. Mutton was held to 5 points in the second half, finishing with 15 points and 6 rebounds.

PLNU's Rhett Campbell went 9-11, finishing with 20 points, 16 of those coming in the second half. He also had 8 rebounds and 3 steals. James Hancock was the second leading scorer going 5-7 from the field and 3-3 from the free-throw line finishing with 13 points. The Sea Lion's shot 57% on the game.

The Hawks next game is against No. 5 Biola at Biola on Saturday, January 9 at 7:30pm.

No. 3 PLNU Improves to 13-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Jan. 5, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The No. 3 Point Loma Nazarene Sea Lions pulled out a 73-49 win over the Hawks today, improving to 13-1 overall and 4-1 in the GSAC. The Hawks fall now to 3-10 overall and 0-4 in the GSAC.

Opening minutes saw five tie scores, but at 11-11, Loma broke away from the small leads. At two points in the second half, the Sea Lions streched their margin to 29 points. Despite Hawk efforts, the Sea Lions point guards had a direct connection with the 6'2 Forward, Colleen Planeta, who had 24 points, most of which were scored in the paint. She also had 7 rebounds. Kaitlyn Trotter had 11 rebounds for the Sea Lions.

Hawks Torreya Edwards had 16 points and Thalia Benjamin had the team high 6 rebounds. Mercedes Griffis had 12 points and 5 rebounds.

The Hawks travel to Biola on Saturday, January 9th to take on Biola. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

No. 22 Westmont Takes 78-66 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- GSAC competition resumed tonight for the Hawks (2-11, 0-3 GSAC) as they faced No. 22 Westmont (10-2, 2-1 GSAC), where the Warriors captured a 78-66 win.

Opening minutes showcased Westmont's 14-0 run, stunning the Hawks. With 14:55 remaining in the first, Jason Starr hit 2 consecutive three-pointers, putting SDCC on the board. Starr generated 8 points for the Hawks in the first half. The speed and height of the Warriors positioned the Hawks on the outside arch for a majority of the first half, slowing their offensive attack.

Westmont's Dan Rasp and Blake Bender had 10 points a piece, and Andrew Schmalbach had 9 points and 5 assists in the first half. Westmont carried a cushioned 20 point lead into the half at 42-22.

Westmont maintained a marginal lead, ahead by 30 with 7:41 left to play. The Hawks continued to battle against the Warriors movement, playing tighter defensively in the second half. They made a significant dent in the lead Westmont created, finishing 12 points behind the Warriors at 78-66.

Starr led the offense with 17 points, also collecting 5 rebounds. Marquis Kennedy went 3-6 ending with 12 points. Viktor Asaciovas had 9 rebounds and went 3-5 from the field and 2-2 from the line, ending with 8 points.

Bender and Rasp finished with 17 points each, followed by Schmalbach with 15. Evan Haines had 11 boards in the victory.

The Hawks next game is January 5 (Tuesday) at 7:30pm against Point Loma Nazarene. The game will be held at San Diego Christian in a double-header with the women.

Nail Biter Goes To Westmont

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Jan. 2, 2010 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Hawks (3-9, 0-3 GSAC) opened the 2010 portion of the season tonight against the No. 14 Westmont Warriors (10-1, 3-0 GSAC), also resuming GSAC competition. Though SDCC battled until the final seconds, the victory just slipped through their grasp as they fell 61-58.

First half action saw Westmont take a 16-8 lead. SDCC would whittle the lead away, taking a 29-27 lead into the half.

Torreya Edwards had 11 points and 5 rebounds and Courtney Barlow had 8 points, going 3-3 in the first half effort. Alisha Heglund was Westmont's first half leading scorer with 8 points. Heglund crossed the 1,000 point threshold in Westmont's previous game against Trinity International.

In the second half, Westmont pushed out to a 14 point lead, keeping the Hawks at bay for most of the half. The Hawks worked their way back, coming within 1 with a minute remaining on Torreya Edwards timely three-point shot. Westmont answered with three made free-throws, opening the score to 59-55. Edwards again hit a three with 6 seconds remaining. It appeared as the Hawks may have last second hopes to pull out the upset, but 2 consecutive freethrows by Angel Blanco put the Warriors up by 3. Blanco's last second points gave Westmont the win, 61-58.

Edwards led the Hawks in all catergories, finishing with 22 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Courtney Barlow went 3-4, hitting 2 three's for 10 points. Thalia Benjamin pulled down 9 boards and finished with 7 points. Westmont's Jessica Case had 15 points for the Warriors, going 3-6 from behind the arch.

SDCC takes on No. 3 Point Loma Nazarene at home on Tuesday, January 5th. It's scheduled to begin at 5:30pm in a double-header with the men (7:30pm).

Hawks Hold Off Midland Lutheran

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Dec. 30, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Fresh off of Monday's last second loss to the University of Calgary Dinos, the Hawks bounced back, holding on in the final seconds to knock off Midland Lutheran College (NE), 70-67. Jesse LeBeau was the leading scorer for SDCC, finishing with 16 points and 4 assists.

The Warriors opened an 8-2 lead four minutes into the game. Minutes later, on one of Jesse LeBeau's 3 three-point baskets, the Hawks took a 13-12 lead. They carried that momentum for the remained of the half, taking a 38-32 lead into halftime. MLC's Justin Kulwicki had 12 points in the first half.

MLC and SDCC exchanged leads throughout the second half, but the pivitol change came with 3:51 remaining in the game. A 62-62 tie was broken by a Hawk free-throw. From this point on, it was a battle of free throw's. Between both teams, players were at the line for a total of 14 attempts in the last three minutes. SDCC shot 72.2% from the line to MLC's 60.9%

Three Hawks, Mada Abdelhamid, Marquis Kennedy, and Tyler Mutton tallied 11 points each. Jason Starr finished with 13 points, going 3-6 from behind the arch. Abdelhamid had 12 rebounds and Kennedy had 3 assists.

SDCC improves to 2-10, 0-2 GSAC, while Midland Lutheran falls to 2-16, 0-6 GPAC. Westmont comes to El Cajon on Saturday, January 2 to resume GSAC play. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30pm as a part of a double-header with the women, which begins at 5:30pm.

74-64 Win Over Whittier

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Dec. 29, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks (3-8, 0-2 GSAC) pocketed their third win of the season tonight against NCAA Div III Whittier College (6-4, 0-0 SAIAC). SDCC's Alex Dill led the Hawks with 17 points in the 74-64 win.

The first ten minutes of the first half was an exchange of small leads until a three-point shot by Melissa Villalobos opened up a seven point lead for the Hawks with 8:49 remaning. The Hawks took a 31-26 lead with them into the locker room at half.

Morgan Sabala had 11 of the Poets 26 points and SDCC's Alex Dill was 4-5 with 9 points and three steals in the first half.

The Poets came within 4 points of regaining a lead in the second half, but each time, the Hawks answered, opening the lead back up. Whittier shot 39.6% from the field while SDCC shot 38.5%.

At games end, Morgan Sabala had collected 29 points, 7 rebounds and 2 steals for the Poets. She went 12-14 from the line. The Poets shot 74% from the free-throw line against the Hawks.

Other leaders for the Hawks included Thalia Benjamin who pulled down 15 rebounds and 12 total points. Melissa Villalobos finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 steals. Dill had 7 rebounds and 3 steals to accompany her 17 points.

Westmont comes to El Cajon on Saturday, January 2 at 5:30pm to resume GSAC play.

SDCC Falls in Final Seconds

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Dec. 28, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- A jumper by Jamie McLeod in the final seconds of regulation, broke the 67-67 tie, handing San Diego Christian the 69-67 loss against the University of Calgary Dinos.

Hawks took a three point lead to open the game, but the Dinos Tyler Fidler responded with a three-point shot that propelled the Dinos into a marginal lead for the next 12 minutes. With 6:18 remaning in the first half, Danny Soliman netted a three that brought the Hawks within 1 at 25-24. Calgary rebounded, taking a 38-31 lead into the half. Dustin Reding scored 15 of the Dinos 38 first half points.

SDCC opened up the half with a 10-1 run, taking a 43-39 lead. Five times in the second half, the score was a draw. In the final seconds, Jason Starr's three-point shot tied the game at 67. But on the Dinos next posession, Jamie McLeod's jumper gave the Dinos the win.

Tyler Mutton finished with 20 points going 6-10 from the field. Danny Soliman went 4-8 with 11 points and 5 assists. Mada Abdelhamid had 8 points and 8 rebounds on the night. Viktor Asaciovas also had 8 rebounds and 6 points. Jesse LeBeau had 7 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. Ross Bekkering led the Dinos with 20 points and 7 rebounds.

The Dinos are currently ranked No. 2 in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport Coaches Poll and leads the Canada West Prarie Conference. They improve to 12-2, 8-2 CWP and the Hawks fall to 1-10, 0-2 GSAC.

SDCC faces Midland Lutheran College (NE) at home on Wednesday, December 30th to close out the 2009 portion of the season. Tip-off is scheduled for 12:00pm.

Hawks Fall By 15

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Dec. 22, 2009 [Box Score]
La Jolla, Calif. -- San Diego Christian Men's Basketball fell today 64-49 to the Division II UCSD Tritons. The Hawks fell to 1-9, 0-2 in the GSAC, while the Tritons improve to 2-4.

The Hawks took a 5-0 lead in the opening minutes, but the Tritons quickly responded with a 12-0 run, taking a 12-5 lead into the remaining 12 minutes of the first half. The Tritons took a 12 point lead into the second half.

UCSD maintained a marginal lead, keeping the Hawks comeback efforts at bay. Marquis Kennedy hit one of his two three point shots with 5:38 remaining, bringing the Hawks within 8 points, their closest opportunity for lead change in the second half.

Kennedy, back after an absence, came off the bench, going 3-8 scoring 14 points. Ahmed Abdelhamid finished with 11 rebounds and 8 points.

UCSD's Jordan Lawley finished with 20 points and 4 rebounds. Justin Brue pulled down 10 rebounds, finishing with 6 points.

The Hawks step onto the court on Monday (Dec. 28), against University of Calgary at home. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00pm.

Trinity Western Downs SDCC 81-58

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Dec. 21, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- After coming off their first win of the 2009 season, the Hawks (1-8, 0-2 GSAC) fell to the Trinity Western University (7-5, 4-3 CWUAA) Spartans, 81-58.

The Hawks had the first four points of the game, but TWU's next possession started a 12-0 run that set the margin for the first half. TWU's Louis Hurd and Tyrell Mara both tallied 9 points, while the Danny Soliman led the Hawks offense with 5 points in the half that ended 40-23.

The second half, the Hawk's couldn't break through the double-digit point margin, though the Spartan's only outscored the Hawks by 6 in the second half.

For the Hawks, Tyler Mutton had 10 points and Jason Starr finished with 8. Viktor Asaciovas went 2-3, finishing with 7 points and 8 rebounds. Ahmed Abdelhamid also finished with 7 points and had 9 boards on the night.

Spartan's Guard, Hurd sank 5 three's co-leading the team in points for the night. Jacob Doerksen also had 15 points. Mara had 12 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists in the Spartan's win. Daniel Horner went 5-9 from the field, finishing with 14 points, 3 assists and 3 steals.

Tomorrow, SDCC travels across town to play Division II University of California, San Diego (UCSD) at UCSD. The game is scheduled for 1:00pm.

First 2009 Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Dec. 19, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Hawks (1-7. 0-2 GSAC) picked up their first win of the 2009-2010 season tonight in a team effort against Pacific Union College (1-6, 0-0 CALPAC) by a score of 88-70.

The Hawks came out quickly, entering a 13-2 run that took them into a 39-31 lead at the half. PUC's Kameron Barnes, who carried the Pioneers, scored 18 of his 31 total points in the first half.

PUC narrowed the margin to three points after a 12-2 run from 55-43. But two of Jason Starr's three 3-point shots came in a response to that run, leading the Hawks into the win.

It truly was a team effort for the Hawks, who collected 24 assists and collectively shot 93% from the free-throw line. Jason Starr had 15 points, hitting 3 three-point shots. Jack Colston etched out 14 points with two three's and 8 rebounds.

Ahmed Abdelhamid and Tyler Mutton finished with 11 points. Abdelhamid also had 8 rebounds and Danny Soliman had 8 assists on the night.

SDCC plays their next game on December 21 (Monday) at home against Trinity Western University. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00pm.

Hawks Fall By 19 in Exhibition

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Dec. 17, 2009
San Bernardino, Calif. -- SDCC's James Green had 14 points and 7 rebounds tonight in an exhibition game against CSU San Bernardino, where the Hawks fell 70-51. Jack Colston went 3-3 from the field finishing with 8 points in his second game of the year.

The Coyotes leading scorer, Bryan Le DUC went 4-7 with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Two other CSUSB players had more than 10 points.

The Hawks were within 8 points of CSUSB going into the half, despite 14 first half turnovers. But CSUSB had the upper hand in the second half, going 14-28, out scoring SDCC 38-27.

The Hawks still remain 0-7-0, 0-2 GSAC going into their next match up against Pacific Union College on Saturday, December 19th at 7:00pm.

TMC Takes 2nd GSAC Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Dec. 12, 2009 [Box Score]
Santa Clarita, Calif. -- Marquis Kennedy scored a personal season high of 19 points, but the offensive contribution wasn't enough to fend off The Master's College Mustangs, who won out 93-67. Kennedy went 8-9 from the line, also pulling down 4 rebounds.

The Mustang's did the necessary work for the victory in the first half, leading 46-23 going into the second. TMC maintained a 21 or more point gap throughout the second half. The Master's had 5 players with total points in the double-digits. Leif Karlberg and Thomas Millar both went 7-9 from the field, finishing with 20 points. The Master's jumps to 7-3, 2-0 in the GSAC and SDCC falls to 0-7, 0-2 GSAC.

The Hawks look to their next match-up against CSU San Bernardino, Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm at CSUSB.

Rough Second GSAC Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Dec. 12, 2009 [Box Score]
Santa Clarita, Calif. -- In the Lady Hawks second 2009-2010 GSAC match-up against The Master's College Mustangs, 4 TMC players scored more than 13 points, leading them to a 81-39 victory.

The Mustang's shot 54% from the field and 15-23 from the line to SDCC's 30% from the field and 5-14 from the line.

Torreya Edwards had the high point total of the night for SDCC at 10. She also had 7 rebounds and 1 steal in the effort. Arlene Kaleopa finished with 7 points.

The Hawks fall to 2-8, 0-2 GSAC and The Master's improves to 5-4, 1-1 in the GSAC. SDCC's next game comes after a small break over the holiday. They will be taking on Whittier College at home on the 29th of December.

A Run In With No. 1 MSU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Dec. 9, 2009 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- NAIA No. 1 ranked Mountain State University (13-0, 0-0 KIAC) met San Diego Christian (0-6, 0-1 GSAC) at Azusa Pacific University tonight, taking the game 83-57. The Cougars are now 13-0 overall, moved up from 2nd to 1st this past week in the NAIA rankings.

The Hawks suffered under 22 turnovers yielding 26 points for the Cougars. MSU's Nick Aldridge made the impact with 19 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 9 of 11 shots from the floor.

Tyler Mutton had 16 points and 4 rebounds. Jason Starr collected 10 points and 5 rebounds.

GSAC conference play continues for SDCC as they take on The Master's College in their next game on Saturday, December 12. The game is scheduled as a double header with the women, beginning at 7:30pm at The Master's College.

Two Losses in Westminster Tournament

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Dec. 5, 2009 [Box Score 1] [ Box Score 2]
Salt Lake City, Utah -- The Lady Hawks spent the 4th and the 5th competing in the Westminster Classic in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their first game against host school Westminster College UT (8-4), resulted in a 72-54 loss.

The game started with Westminster going on a 12-0 run in the first 6 minutes of play. The Hawks shot 29% from the field in the first half to the WC 50%. The Hawks shooting percentage improved, but the Griffins maintained a 17 point or more margin throughout the second half.

Torreya Edwards led the SDCC effort with 12 points and 9 boards. Melissa Villalobos had 11 points and three steals.

In game two, Rocky Mountain College (2-8) emerged with a 78-62 win. The Battlin' Bears maintained a lead until with 6 seconds left in the first half Melissa Villalobos sunk a three-point shot off a RMC turnover to tie the score at 28. The game tied again at 33-33, but a bucket by RMC's Dani Henderson started the Battlin' Bears 45-27 second half run to victory.

Torreya Edwards led the Hawks for the fourth straight game in points with 16. She tallied 5 assists and 3 steals against RMC. Camille Cooper followed with 10 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Thalia Benjamin had 8 rebounds and 6 points.

After the roadtrip, the Hawks fall to 2-6, 0-1 GSAC. The Hawks play at The Master's College on Saturday, December 12th for their second GSAC game. The tip-off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

CBU Takes First GSAC Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Dec. 1, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The first GSAC conference game of 2009 didn't end favorably for the San Diego Christian College Hawks (0-5, 0-1 GSAC), as the California Baptist University Lancers (6-2, 1-0 GSAC) took the game, 80-66.

The Lancers controlled the scoreboard, not allowing a lead change. The Hawks came within one point of CBU on a few occassions, but CBU put points on the board at each possible turning point.

With one minute remaning in the game, the Lancers capitalized on one of the Hawks 22 turnovers, giving them their largest lead, aside from the final score, at 75-63. The Lancers had 5 players with point totals in the double digits, scoring 28 points off of SDCC turnovers.

James Green, in his first game of the season, tallied 13 points and 5 rebounds. Ahmed Abdelhamid went 5-7 from the field finishing with 10 points. Danny Soliman finished with 12 points off the bench, going 3-4 from the field, sinking two 3's.

Next Wednesday, November 9th, the Hawks travel to Azusa Pacific University to play Mountain State, with a 7:30pm tip-off.

Turnovers Get the Best

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Dec. 1, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- California Baptist University came to El Cajon for the first 2009 GSAC Conference game, emerging victorious 75-68. The Lancers are now 5-2, 1-0 GSAC and the Hawks, 2-5, 0-1 GSAC.

The Lancers earned a 6 point lead in the early minutes, with the lead changing hands only 3 times in the first half. Arlene Kaleopa put the Hawks up by 2, with a three pointer in the last minutes, taking SDCC into the break with a 33-29 lead.

14 minutes in to the second half, Camille Cooper drove the length of the court for two, putting the Hawks up by five, their largest lead of the night. But a string of turnovers with three minutes remaning, sent the Lancers on a 12-6 run, allowing them to pull out their first GSAC win of the season. The Lancers had 34 points off of Hawk turnovers.

Torreya Edwards had 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 steals. Mercedes Griffis went 5-5 from the field, finishing with 13 points. Arlene Kaleopa went 2-2 from behind the arch, finishing with 10 points.

Friday and Saturday (Nov. 4 and 5), the Hawks will be in Utah, playing in the Westminster Classic against Westminster College at 5:00pm and Rocky Mountain College on Saturday at 1:00pm.

CSUSB Over SDCC 61-46

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 28, 2009 [Box Score]
San Bernardino, Calif. -- Cal State San Bernardino put together a 47 point second half on Saturday, ending the Hawks two game win streak by a score of 61-46. The Coyotes improve to 2-0 and the Hawks fall to 2-4 overall.

Both teams were slow to warm up, seeing only a combined 28 points in the first half, shooting 20% and under from the field. Off that 14-14 base, both teams came alive in the second half. With the higher pace, turnovers increased, yielding 10 points for the Coyotes and 7 for the Hawks.

Torreya Edwards had 16 points on the night, scoring 11 in the second half and going 2-2 from the line. Camille Cooper was held to 7 points, after being the Hawks leading scorer against CSULA (19 pts) and University of Redlands (15 pts). Thalia Benjamin lead SDCC with 6 rebounds.

California Baptist University will be the next match up for the Hawks. It is also the first GSAC conference game. The game is scheduled for 5:30pm on Tuesday at SDCC's Ryan Athletic Center in a double header with the men at 7:30pm.

Last Minutes Yield Victory

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Nov. 25, 2009 [Box Score]
Redlands, Calif. -- Fresh off their first win against CSULA on Saturday, the Hawks pocketed a last minute win tonight against the University of Redlands Bulldogs, 66-61.

Leads changed throughout the contest. Nearing the second half, the Bulldogs held their largest lead, 25-16, but the Hawks slowly chipped away at the 11 point deficit. Point exchanges became the language of the game, eventually pausing in a tie at 59-59 with under three minutes remaining.

Redlands went up by one after they responded to a successful Hawk free throw with a lay-up. But junior guard, Arlene Kaleopa's three-pointer secured the momentum for the Hawks, leading them into the final 66-61 result.

Camille Cooper and Arlene Kaleopa's efforts earned them 15 points a piece, followed by Thalia Benjamin's 11 points and 9 rebounds.

With a few days rest, the now 2-3 Hawks prepare to match up Saturday, November 28, against CSU San Bernardino in San Bernardino. The tip off is scheduled for 5:30pm.

Road Trip Woes

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 24, 2009 [Box Score]
Scotts Valley, Calif.-- In their third of three games on the road in Northern California, the Hawks squared off against the Bethany University Bruins, falling 89-72. Bethany's Tauran Moore tallied 23 points, going 5-9 from behind the three-point line. Jason Maples also had 22 points for the Bruins.

In the SDCC effort, Sophomore Jason Starr led the offense with 11 points. Ahmed Abdelhamid had 14 boards and 9 points. Danny Soliman finished with 8 points and 6 assists.

The Hawks fall to 0-4, 0-0 GSAC. Their next game is also the first 2009-10 GSAC game. It's scheduled for Tuesday, December 1 at home, against California Baptist University at 7:30pm.

Slipped Through In OT

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Nov. 23, 2009 [Box Score]
Morrow Cove Vallejo, Calif -- The Hawks lost by three in overtime against the Cal Maritime Keelhaulers 78-75. SDCC went into the second half with a 6 point lead, but the Keelhaulers came back to tie, scoring 41 points in the second half. They then outscored the Hawks 8-5 in overtime for the win.

Ahmed Abdelhamid (pictured left) led the Hawks from the field scoring 24 points and dominated the boards with 11 rebounds. Marquis Kennedy went 4-5 from the field matching his previous game point total with 12. Tyler Mutton finished with 14 points, three steals and 7 rebounds.

The Keelhaulers improve to 2-6 and the Hawks fall to 0-3 overall. The Hawks finish out their road trip tomorrow (Tues., Nov. 24) at Bethany University at 6:00pm.

Hawks Over CSULA, 53-36

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 21, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- SDCC Women's Basketball (1-3, 0-0 GSAC) records their first win of the 2009-2010 season against Division II Cal State LA (0-2, 0-0 CCAC), 53-36.

The Hawks went ahead in the games first seconds after winning the tip-off, not giving up the lead the entire game. Sophomore Camille Cooper went 8-13 from the field, finishing with 19 points. Senior Torreya Edwards finished the game with 9 points and 3 assists, going 2-2 from the line. Junior Melissa Villalobos had 5 steals and 6 points.

Cal State LA's Jordan Kuzma was 6-7 from the field and 2-3 from the line, finishing with 14 points, one block and 8 rebounds.

The Hawks travel to University of Redlands on Wednesday, November 25, for their next game. That match up is scheduled for a 5:30pm tip-off.

SDCC Falls 67-48 To CSUEB

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 21, 2009 [Box Score]
Hayward, Calif. -- The SDCC Men's Basketball team matched up against Cal State East Bay (NCAA Div. II), Saturday night, in their first of three games in Northern California. The Pioneers defeated the Hawks, 67-48.

In the effort, Senior Danny Soliman (pictured left) was 4-6 from the field finishing with 12 points. Senior Marquis Kennedy also finished with 12 points. Senior Ahmed Abdelhamid had five rebounds and Senior Jesse LeBeau had four assists.

CSUEB's Will Freedman and Adam Green had 12 points a piece, followed by Melvin Flemings 10 points.

The Hawks next Norcal match-up is against Cal Maritime University, at 7:30pm on Monday, November 23rd.

ONU Dominates, 101-63

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Nov. 19, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Olivet Nazarene University Tigers came to play the Hawks tonight, defeating them 101-63. Hawks Sophomore Camille Cooper went 4-4 at the line with 12 points, leading the offensive charge for the Hawks. Senior Thalia Benjamin led the Hawks in total rebounds, pulling down 10, followed by Courtney Barlow and Lara Hertzog who had 8.

ONU's Danielle Tolbert had 14 points for the Tigers. She was one of five who had 10 or more points from the field. Olivet Nazarene came to SDCC on a two game west coast trip from Illinois. They take on No. 4 ranked, Point Loma Nazarene University, a GSAC power, on Saturday.

The Hawks next game is Saturday, November 21 at home against CSU Los Angeles at 5:30pm.

CUO Takes a Last Minute Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 14, 2009 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif -- Victory slipped through the Hawks grip against the Concordia University (OR) Cavaliers in the last seconds on Saturday in their 2009 home opener. The Cavaliers came back from a 48-32 defecit to take the win in the last six seconds, 87-85.

In the first half the Hawks had three players, Senior Danny Soliman, Sophomore Jason Starr and Junior Tyler Mutton combine for 35 points. Mutton and Starr sank 4 three-point shots a piece, followed by Soliman's 3.

Soliman finished the night with 20 points and 7 assists going 7-11 from the field. Starr finished with 15 points, going 5-10. Mutton ended with 14 points, Senior Ahmed Abdelhamid with 4 assists and 9 rebounds and Senior Paul Wolf finished with 12 points and 8 rebounds.

The Hawks spend the next three games away from home. November 21 (Sat.) at 7:30pm, the Hawks take on CSU East Bay at CSU East Bay.

Hawks Fall in Home Opener

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 14, 2009 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks fell to the Eastern Oregon University Mountaineers in their 2009 home opener, Saturday, 59-41. Senior Torreya Edwards had 9 points and three rebounds, Senior Lara Hertzog pulled down 7 rebounds and Sophomore Camille Cooper went 5-7 from the line, finshing with 7 points.

The Hawks next game is November 19 (Sat.), against Olivet Nazarene University at home at 5:30pm.

2009-2010 Season Outlook

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Mon., Oct. 5, 2009
El Cajon, CA -- San Diego Christian College Men’s Basketball is looking forward to an improved season from a 10-19 overall record and a 5-15 league record. This season, we will be diligently working to overcome the loss of two key Seniors, one who was the leading scorer and leading 3-point shooter. Their replacement will be a daunting task. With a nucleolus of returning players providing experience and a solid foundation, we have also added a large number of newcomers. Together, as we work to become a more cohesive basketball team, we will try to improve our record with dedication and perseverance, qualities traditionally inherent of the SDCC men’s basketball program.

This year’s schedule includes a number of very competitive pre-season games including 2 high level NCAA Division II teams, CSU San Bernardino and UCSD. Additionally, we are expecting a very tough league schedule in the highly competitive GSAC where every team in the conference is capable of winning on any given night.

Coach Sun says, “This year’s team is not considered young, but considered new. With a number new players, new coaches, and fresh new ideas, it will take a great deal of hard work for us to gel as a team. By the looks of things, everyone is willing to work hard and committed to doing things the right way. Hopefully good things will come of this. One thing I know is that this group loves to play basketball and loves the Lord. These two factors can only make us a stronger, more focused, and better team overall.”

2009-2010 Recruits Inked

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 1, 2009
El Cajon, CA -- Coach Sun wrapped up the men's basketball recruiting year 2009-2010, adding twelve players who have committed to attend SDCC this fall and intend to play for the Hawks men’s basketball team. The recruited players are very versatile and many of them have the ability to play several positions. "I can’t wait to see what happens in preseason camp as they compete for playing time!" says Coach Sun. "More importantly, I am eager to see how God will use the lives of these young men to change the world around them. All of these young men are very personable and demonstrate strong character. With the nucleus base of returning players, and the addition of our newcomers, our coaching staff should have a lot of options to consider."

Newcomers are listed alphabetically below.

YR/P	Name	Ht.	Wt.	Hometown
SR/F	Ahmed Abdelhamid	6'6"	235	Aukland, New Zealand
JR/G	Deng Ayuel	6'4"	185	Pan-Nyok, Sudan
FR/G	Ben Chung	6'5"	205	Taipei, Taiwan
JR/G	Deric Davis	6'5"	180	Los Angeles, CA
SR/F	Cameron Flechsenhaar	6'10"	220	San Diego, CA
JR/G	Earle Higgins	6'4"	190	Detroit, MI
SR/G	Marquis Kennedy	6'0"	190	Portland, OR
JR/F	Josh McPherson	6-3	195	Detroit, MI
SR/G	Marcus Miller	5-10	165	Apple Valley, CA
JR/G	Tyler Mutton	6-5	215	Brockport, NY
FR/G	Keenon Paterson	5-9	150	San Diego, CA
SO/G	Jason Starr	6-4	180	Carlsbad, CA

The Close of the 09 Season

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 14, 2009 [Box Score]
Costa Mesa, Calif -- The Hawks fell to the No. 11 Vanguard Lions in three (20-25, 21-25, 26-28). Sophomore Lauren Howard had 14 kills, Junior Rachel Blair put away 11, and Sophomore Jessica Brazynetz had 11 digs for the Hawks. Senior Kelsey Stevens completed the night with 32 assists.

The Lions improved their regular season record to 17-12, 11-9 GSAC and the Hawks finish the season 10-22, 1-19 GSAC.

Hawks Take No. 10 Biola To Five

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 11, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Seniors Kelsey Stevens, Sara Aguilar and Courtney Barlow were honored tonight in the 2009 senior game against No. 10 Biola, on Tuesday night. The Biola Eagles just squeaked past the Hawks in 5 games, 23-25, 18-25, 25-18, 26-24, 15-11.

The action for SDCC began in game one when Lauren Howard and Rachel Blair had five kills a piece. Courtney Barlow added to the attack with four kills. The Hawks went up 13-7, their second largest margin of the night, holding the lead through to the win.

Game two had a similar stunning effect. The Hawks came with a .333 hitting percentage, marking their biggest lead of the night 21-14, a seven point difference. In game three, Biola capitalized on SDCC attack errors, pulling out the win with the help of Megan Cunningham's 4 kills.

The turning point of the match found itself in the most intense game four. SDCC was up 13-6 early on, but Biola crept back, evening the score at 20-20. Point exchanges took place to 24-24. Biola put a ball away making it 25-26 and a Hawk attack error gave the Eagles the game four win and momentum into game 5. The Eagles went on a 5-0 run from game 5's first serve that the Hawks couldn't recover from.

Senior Kelsey Stevens recorded a personal high 53 assists, alongside Lauren Howard's 20 kills and 12 digs. Senior Courtney Barlow tied her season high kill mark with 17 and also collected 16 digs. Freshman Stephanie Rice had a season high 24 digs and Junior Rachel Blair had 12 kills and 9 digs.

The final game of the 2009 season for the Hawks will take place at Vanguard University on Saturday, November 14 at 7:00pm.

Seniors Post Season High's

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Nov. 7, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Despite the heartbreaking loss to Hope International tonight, 21-25, 25-21, 25-20, 19-25, 15-10, the Hawk seniors posted season high stats. Senior Kelsey Stevens had 51 assists (119 attempts) and 13 digs, Senior Sara Aguilar had 13 kills, hitting .455, and Senior Courtney Barlow posted 15 kills and 14 digs. Junior Valaree Bergman had 9 kills on 15 attempts (.533).

It was even throughout the match, keeping the crowd involved with long rallies kept alive by great digs on both sides. The Royals had 13.5 team blocks in the match, three for key points in game five. The Hawks had two untimely service errors in the shadow of the crucial blocks that allowed the Royals to route the Hawks mounted attack in the fifth game.

Leading the offensive for the Royals were Naomi Iosia, who had 20 kills/11 digs and Debbie Beliakoff who had 17 kills/9 digs. Defensively, Jocelyn Moya fulfilled her duties as a defensive specialist with 18 digs on the night.

Tuesday (Nov. 10) is the final 2009 home game for the Hawks. Seniors Kelsey Stevens, Courtney Barlow, and Sara Aguilar will be honored prior to the match. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00pm against Biola University.

Beneficial Exhibition

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Fri., Nov. 6, 2009 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- The Lady Hawks Basketball team opened their season of competition in an exibition game against the Division 1 University of San Diego Toreros, falling 88-54. It was a positive result for the Hawks, who are in process of grafting seven newcomers into the program. Torreya Edwards led the Hawks with 17 points, going 6-15 from the field. Arlene Kaleopa followed Edwards with 10 points and 3 rebounds.

The Hawks face CSU Dominguez Hills at CSUDH on Wednesday, November 11, at 5:30 pm.

Concordia Takes It In Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Nov. 3, 2009 [Box Score]
Irvine, Calif. -- It was a rough night in Irvine for the Hawks as they faced the No. 4 Concordia Eagles, falling 25-9, 25-13, 25-12. Sophomore Lauren Howard led the Hawks with 5 kills and Junior Rachel Blair followed with 4 kills. Freshman Stephanie Rice had 7 digs for the Hawks.

Parent's Night (second to last home game) is this Saturday, November 7th against Hope International. First serve is at 7:00pm.

Warriors 25-19, 25-22, 25-18

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 31, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The Westmont Warriors (15-11, 6-10 GSAC) came to SDCC (10-18, 1-15 GSAC) for the second GSAC meeting of 2009, defeating the Hawks in three games. Game two held the story for the Hawks, who had a 18-14 lead, their largest of the match. Unfortunately, the Warriors went on a 11-4 run, winning out the 2nd game 25-22. For the Hawks, Junior Rachel Blair led the effort with 12 kills (.579). Freshman Stephanie Rice had 14 digs, Senior Sara Aguilar had 7 kills and Senior Courtney Barlow had 6 kills against WC. The Warriors Katelyn Lowry, Westmont's offensive leader in the game, had 12 kills.

November 3 (Tues.), at 7:00pm, the Hawks take on No. 4 Concordia University Irvine in Irvine.

A Colorful Ending

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 31, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- The final GSAC conference match up of 2009 for the Hawks was a match-up against Hope International University. The Hawks fell 4-1, advancing the Royals record to 6-8-4, 1-7-2 GSAC.

The game began as an even contest between the two teams, but in the 33rd minute, the first of the games two red cards was issued, leaving the Hawks down a man. Three minutes later, Hope put a ball away, going into the second half with a 1-0 lead. In the 46th minute, Emmanuel Onywera finished a through ball from Senior Ignacio Finlay far post, tieing the game at one. The Royals finished three more opportunities before the second red of the game was issued. A total of 5 yellows and 2 reds were given in the match.

SDCC finishes the 2009 season 3-14 and 0-10 in the GSAC. Emmanuel Onywera led the Hawks with 9 goals and 2 assists, finishing with 20 points in 14 games. Senior Ignacio Finlay had 3 goals, 5 assists and 11 points in 17 games.

Senior Game Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 31, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- A double-overtime win against Hope International (8-9-1, 2-8 GSAC) today at home, gave the Hawks (4-12-2, 1-9 GSAC) their first win in 2009 GSAC play. It also rounded out 6 SDCC seniors (Amy Gleason, Taylor Aglio, Tennille Rust, Kinsley Brittain, Mercedez Ray and Kelsey Minard) last collegiate season with a win.

The first nintey minutes was a battle, with most of the quality chances for both sides coming near the end of regulation. A few cautions were issued, including a red card to one player from each team on a play in the 76th minute. With ten players on each side, the offensive attacks became more intense for both teams as regualtion came to a close. Sophomore Katelyn Ogle came up huge in the net in the 81st minute, stopping a goal worthy shot by HIU's Harmony Pruett, taking the game into overtime. With two minutes left in the second overtime, Sophomore Clare Wohlfeil took a free kick from the left side of the field, floating it over the HIU keeper to the back post, where it hit off the upper portion of the post and into the goal.

The Hawks end their season with a 4-12-2, 1-9 GSAC record. Clare Wohlfeil (4 goals, 9pts, 18 games) and Taylor Aglio (2 goals, 2 assists, 6pts, 17 games) led in goals and points for the Hawks.

No. 14 PLNU Takes It in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 27, 2009 [Box Score]
San Diego, Calif. -- The Hawks (10-17, 1-14 GSAC) fell in three to the No. 14 Point Loma Nazarene Sea Lions (17-8, 7-8 GSAC) tonight, 25-18, 25-16, 25-15. PLNU controlled all three games, collecting 42 team kills to SDCC's 26. The major threat to the Hawks was Tabitha Henken who alone had 18 kills. For the Hawks, Lauren Howard had 9 kills and Courtney Barlow, Rachel Blair, and Jessica Brazynetz had 7 digs a piece.

The Hawks face Westmont College on Saturday (Oct. 31) at 3:00pm at the Ryan Athletic Center.

CBU Victorious

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 27, 2009 [Box Score]
Riverside, CA -- The Hawks fell today to California Baptist University, 7-1. The lone goal for SDCC came off of a foul called in the box, resulting in a penalty kick. Senior Ignacio Finlay put away the penalty shot, making it 2-1 in the 39th minute. A minute later, the Lancers buried a goal, making it 3-1. The Lancers finished four more balls in the 59th, 75th, 87th and 89th minute, ending the match with the 7-1 win.

Hope International University comes to El Cajon on Saturday for their final GSAC contest. SDCC Seniors will be honored before the match, starting at 3:00pm.

12 Strong

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 27, 2009 [Box Score]
Riverside, CA -- SDCC (3-12-2, 0-9 GSAC), now in their third game with under 14 players, took the field against the No. 8 Cal Baptist University (13-3-1, 6-3 GSAC), falling 5-1 in the contest. The Hawks had two quality chances at goal in the second half, putting one away. 12th man, Goalkeeper Kylie Garcilaso, playing the field today, had a header goal off a cross from teammate Sarah Le in the 82nd minute.

Sophomore Goalkeeper Katelyn Ogle had 11 saves in the game. The Hawks take on Hope International in their last GSAC/Home game/game of the 2009 season. Seniors will be honored before the match, beginning at 1:00pm on Saturday (Oct. 31).

Hard Night vs No. 2 CBU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 24, 2009 [Box Score]
Riverside, Calif. -- The Hawks (10-16, 1-13 GSAC) had a tough outting against the No. 2 team in the NAIA, California Baptist University (22-2, 12-2 GSAC), falling in 3 (25-16, 25-17, 25-11). CBU's Noelle Dyk had 12 kills and 10 digs, leading the charge for the Lancers. For the Hawks, Sopohmore Lauren Howard killed 8 of 15 attempts (.467) with only one error.

The Hawks move on to their next GSAC match at No. 14 Point Loma University on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:00pm.

No. 9 Azusa Wins Out

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 24, 2009 [Box Score]
Azusa, CA -- The No. 9 Azusa Pacific Cougars hosted the Hawks today, winning the match, 8-0. APU moved the ball well, putting the ball away early to take the lead. One minute and twenty-six seconds into the match, APU's Trenton Titus put away the first goal for their Senior Night. Their strength of attack that built out of the back, had the Hawks consistently on the run. APU outshot SDCC 26-2, 14 of the 26 being on frame. Freshman Goalkeeper Alex Cozzi had 5 saves.

The Hawks bus to California Baptist University on Tuesday (Oct. 27) for a 1:00pm start time.

Outmatched by No. 2 APU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 24, 2009 [Box Score]
Azusa, CA -- SDCC (3-11-2, 0-8 GSAC) traveled to Azusa Pacific University (12-3, 8-1 GSAC) today, taking on the No. 2 Cougars, falling 6-0. Warm conditions saw the Hawks hold the Cougars scoreless for the first 24 minutes, but APU's Natalie Sun shot from 16 out, nicked the crossbar, giving APU a lead they would never look back from. With only 2 substitutes due to injury, the Hawks struggled to keep APU from connecting and going to goal. The Cougars outshot the Hawks 46-4, leaving SDCC keeper Kylie Garcilaso with 17 saves.

The Hawks bus to California Baptist University on Tuesday (Oct. 27) for a 3:15pm start time.

Hawks Go Down 4-0 To CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 21, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- Another tough outting for the Hawks as No. 18 Concordia pocketed a 4-0 win. The Eagles improve to 9-4-1, 5-1-1 GSAC and the Hawks fall to 3-11, 0-7 GSAC. The game remained tied until thirty second before the half when a cross from the right side was finished by Concordia's Carlos Suarez. In the last ten minutes of the game, the last 3 goals followed in the 79th, 80th, and 89th.

Goalkeeper Alex Cozzi had 6 saves of their ten shots on goal.

In a double-header with the women, the Hawks travel to Azusa Pacific University on Saturday (Oct. 24) at 3:30pm.

5-0 Loss to No. 14 CUI

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 21, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- The Concordia Irvine Eagles (8-2-3, 5-1-1 GSAC) took the match today against the Hawks (3-10-2, 0-7 GSAC), winning 5-0. The first strike was in the 7th minute on a shot that was knocked down by keeper Kylie Garcilaso, but buried by Concordia's, Sasha Hudson. The Hawks went into the second half without a legitimate opportunity to goal, but defensive efforts kept the score at 1-0. Then in the 58th minute, the four goal run by the Eagles sealed their win.

Kylie Garcilaso had 7 saves allowing one goal. The Hawks travel to No. 2 Azusa Pacific for a 1pm match on Saturday (Oct. 24).

#5 Azusa Defeats SDCC in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 20, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The No. 5 ranked Azusa Pacific University Cougars improve their record tonight, beating the Hawks in three (26-24, 25-17, 25-11). The Hawks went on an 11-4 run, holding game one at 24-24, but couldn't push through for the win. The next two games belonged to APU and their two dangerous hitters, Jill Baker and Whittany Radcliffe, who put away 14 and 11 kills respectively.

For the Hawks, Lauren Howard ended the night with 12 kills followed by Rachel Blair with 6 kills and 7 digs.

The Hawks play next at No. 3 California Baptist on Saturday at 7pm.

Hawks Win Streak Ends

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 17, 2009 [Box Score]
Fresno, Calif. -- After coming off a huge win on Friday night against The Master's College, San Diego Christian continued their travels up to Fresno Pacific where the NAIA No. 1 ranked Sunbirds defeated the Hawks, 25-15, 25-14, 25-20.

Sophomore Lauren Howard led the Hawks with 9 kills and 7 digs, followed by Junior Rachel Blair's 9 kills. Senior Courtney Barlow followed with 5 kills.

The Hawks fall to 10-14, 1-11 GSAC and FPU improves to 23-0, 12-0 GSAC. The next match for the Hawks will be on Tuesday, October 20, at home. The game against Azusa Pacific University is scheduled for 7:00 pm.

Overtime Heartbreaker

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 17, 2009 [Box Score]
Fresno, CA -- A heartbreaking loss for the Hawks on Saturday, falling 2-1 in the 105th minute of play to the Fresno Pacific Sunbirds. Fresno, who had received votes in the last NAIA polling, caught the Hawk defense on their heels, striking first in the third minute. In the 17th, Junior Sarah Le put away a right sided shot near the 18, on a ball from Junior Bianca Silva. Opportunities were had by both teams to put the game away, but it remained tied through regulation.

In the 5th minute of the golden goal overtime, the Sunbirds snuck the winning goal into the net.

Junior keeper Emily Garbez had 9 saves in the net for the Hawks.

The Hawks are now 3-9-2, 0-6 GSAC and FPU steps to 9-3-0, 4-2 GSAC. Concordia is the next match up for the women. The game is scheduled for 1pm at home.

Hawks Win First GSAC Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Fri., Oct. 16, 2009 [Box Score]
Santa Clarita, Calif -- The Hawks emerged victorious against The Master's College Mustangs in four games, 25-27, 25-17, 25-21, 27-25.

For SDCC, this match was unique. Both men's and women's soccer programs travelled with the Lady Hawks to Master's since all three played at Fresno Pacific on Saturday. The SDCC fans boosted the Hawks, creating an away game atmosphere for the Mustangs. Sophomore Lauren Howard had 17 kills, 10 digs and 3 aces. Junior Rachel Blair had 13 kills/8 digs and Senior Courtney Barlow rounded off the leader board with 10 kills/14 digs. Sophomore Jessica Brazynetz had 12 digs and Senior Setter Kelsey Stevens had 42 assists. The Hawks finished the match with the season most consistent hitting percentages, all above .200.

Continuing the travel north, the Hawks face the #1 ranked Sunbirds at 3:00pm.

5-1 Loss in San Marcos

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 14, 2009 [Box Score]
San Marcos, CA -- Cal State San Marcos (7-5) defeated the Hawks (3-9, 0-5 GSAC) 5-1 in a non-conference match today. The game had a delayed start due to the women's double overtime and CSUSM's Senior night introductions, but had little impact on the pace of the game.

The Cougars controlled the midfield, but in the 21st minute, SDCC put the ball away on Ignacio Finlay long ball to the head of Emmanuel Onywera. The Cougars answered 6 minutes later when Jordan Shadeed bent a free kick around the SDCC wall for one of his two goals in the game. The second goal in the beginning of the second half opened the flood gates for the Cougars, who tacked on three more goals in the remaining time.

CSUSM outshot the Hawks 13-3. Alex Cozzi had four saves in 72 minutes and back up keeper Kyle Cabezas-Jones collected one save.

The Hawks travel to Fresno Pacific Saturday, October 17th for a 2pm match for their 6th GSAC game.

2OT 0-0 in Physical Game, CSUSM

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 14, 2009 [Box Score]
San Marcos, CA -- A physical and mental battle took place at Cal State San Marcos, Mangrum Field on Wednesday afternoon between the CSUSM Cougars and the SDCC Hawks, ending in a 0-0 tie in double overtime. Four yellow cards, (CSUSM, 3; SDCC, 1) in a women's game illustrates the extremely physical condition of the match. It was a war in the midfield, with chances for both teams. CSUSM outshot SDCC 19-5, leaving Junior Goalkeeper Kylie Garcilaso with 10 saves.

SDCC's best chance came in the first half on a CSUSM foul around the half. Senior Amy Gleason served a ball into the box that hit the crossbar, bouncing directly down, but failed to cross the goal line. The physical nature of the match was beneficial as the Hawks go into the toughest section of their GSAC schedule against, Fresno Pacific, #17 Concordia, #4 Azusa Pacific, and #3 Cal Baptist.

The Hawks are now 3-8-2, 0-5 GSAC and CSUSM's record now at 4-4-4.

SDCC travels to Fresno Pacific (8-3, 3-2 GSAC) for a 12pm Saturday (Oct. 17) match.

Season High's in SDCC Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 13, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- La Sierra University came to SDCC today for their second go of the season. Similar to their last match up, the Hawks won in three sets, 25-10, 25-7, 25-14.

There were a few season high's tonight for the Hawks. As a team, SDCC had 14 service aces; 7 of which belonged to Senior Courtney Barlow. Also, team hitting percentages were the highest of the season. In set one, .455, set two, .500 and in set three, .417.

Senior Kelsey Stevens had 21 assists. Kill leaders for the Hawks were Junior Rachel Blair and Lauren Howard with 10 a piece. Valaree Bergman, in her second game back, had 7 kills. The Hawks improve to 9-13 (0-10) and the Golden Eagles fall to 0-17.

The Master's College is the next challenge for the Hawks. That match at TMC is scheduled for Friday, October 16 at 7pm.

5-1 Win Over LSU Second Time Around

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 13, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- A second match-up against the La Sierra University Golden Eagles proved to be a much better showing for the Hawks, who took the match 5-1. SDCC dominated the first half, out shooting LSU 9-2; cashing in on 3 of the 5 shots on goal. LSU's Leslie Hoffman had the Golden Eagles only goal on a free kick from thirty-five yards out off a SDCC foul. In the flow of play, Senior Taylor Aglio played a ball across the 18 yard box to Sophomore transfer Kellie Brakebill who finished the ball far post in the 16th minute. That began the Hawks rally of goals throughout the next 45 plus minutes of play.

Brakebill's second on the day (18th), came on a long ball from the right side that found the side netting. Aglio put away a penalty kick that came off of LSU's keeper holding on to Clare Wohlfeil's ankle to hinder an attack in the box. Lefty Wohlfiel scored on a great through ball on the left side from Aglio, finishing for the Hawks 4th goal. The 63rd minute saw Senior Amy Gleason dribble wide, serving a high cross back post that was finished by Junior Kylie Garcilaso on a header.

The Hawks are now 3-8-1, 0-5 GSAC while the Golden Eagles fall to 2-6-2. The Hawks travel to San Marcos tomorrow for a tough game against CSU San Marcos. Kick off is at 1pm.

#16 Vanguard Wins in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 10, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- In pink, supporting Breast Cancer Awareness, the Hawks faced #16 Vanguard University today, falling in three (25-15, 25-23, 27-25). It was one of the stronger showings in GSAC play for the Hawks. They came out a bit slow in set one, but in set two, Sophomore Lauren Howard came alive, with 9 kills contributing to the season high .387 hitting percentage. Unfortunately, the Lions rallied behind Kelsey Wirts 8 kills and teammate Heather Dejongh's 5 kills, taking the second set.

The third set opened with a big block by Kelsey Stevens and Valaree Bergman, setting the tone for the Hawks. It looked as if the Hawks would pull out of the third with a win, but at 25-25, an unfortunate rotation violation gave Vanguard the upper hand, leading to the 27-25 win.

The Hawks fall to 8-13, 0-10 GSAC. La Sierra comes to SDCC for a Tuesday (Oct. 13) match, starting at 7pm, the first of a three game week. The following matches are Friday against The Master's and #1 Fresno Pacific on Saturday.

As Close As It Comes

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 10, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- A 1-0 battle ended in favor of the #22 The Master's College Mustangs (10-1-1, 5-0 GSAC) today, at the SDCC field. In the 11th minute, TMC's Jacob Marchesani finished a cross from the right side from teammate David Alegria, giving the Mustangs a 1-0 lead and eventual win.

The Hawks played well, connecting out of the back, but had few documented shots to show for it. SDCC's Emmanuel Onywera did net a ball in the second half, but it was called back due to an offsides judgment call.

The quality chance for the Hawks came in the first half on a corner from Ignacio Finlay. Brent Oglesby skied above the group crashing the goal, but headed the ball just high and wide of the crossbar. TMC outshot the Hawks 12-4, but keeper Chris "Alex" Cozzi had six saves in the net on their 7 shots on goal.

The Hawks gear up for the next challenge against CSU San Marcos on Wednesday (Oct. 14) at San Marcos at 3:00pm.

TMC Takes Second Match-up

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 10, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- #18 The Master's College came to El Cajon today to face the Hawks in the fifth GSAC game for both schools. Unfortunately, the Mustangs took the match 2-0, improving their record to 10-2-1 and 3-2 in the GSAC. The Hawks fell to 2-8-1, 0-5 GSAC.

The Hawks put on a good show in the first half, holding the Mustangs 0-0 tie. Junior Goalkeeper Emily Garbez had a solid start in the net for the Hawks, collecting one save on TMC's quality look at goal in the first half. In the second half, TMC began putting together opportunities, cashing in on 2 of their 6 shots in the 63rd and 77th minute on very similar cross to far post finishes.

The Hawks prep for a packed schedule this upcoming week with La Sierra on Tuesday (Oct. 13) at home at 3pm, CSU San Marcos on Wednesday and then GSAC opponent Fresno Pacific on Saturday.

A Frustrating 5-2 Loss at PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 7, 2009 [Box Score]
Point Loma, CA -- It was a rough outing for the SDCC men against PLNU. The Sea Lions got the job done in the first 65 minutes of play, scoring 5 goals on 23 shots. SDCC had opportunities, but could only capitalize on 2 of their 11 shots. Senior Ignacio Finlay, prevented the Loma shutout in the 70th minute on an assist from Freshman Chris Flores. The Hawks Senior Matt Wolters put away the second goal in the 88th minute, but the staged comeback was too late.

Chris "Alex" Cozzi made four saves for the Hawks and back-up Kyle Cabezas-Jones collected one save.

The Hawks take on #22 The Masters College at 3pm at home on Saturday (Oct. 10).

Heartbreaker At PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Wed., Oct. 7, 2009 [Box Score]
Point Loma, CA -- SDCC (2-7-1, 0-4 GSAC) falls to PLNU (6-3-1, 1-3 GSAC), 2-0, one of which was an own goal by the Hawks. Although SDCC was outshot 11-4 by the Sea Lions, the game was an even match with hard tackles and a high work rate.

The Hawks have struggled to get quality shots off on goal, but the movement off the ball and decision making is improving with each match.

In the 86th minute, an SDCC player suffered a serious head injury when battling for a ball in the air. Paramedics were summoned and play was haulted due to darkness.

Hawks goalkeepers Junior Kylie Garcilaso played the first half, recording 2 saves and Junior Emily Garbez, started in the second for the Hawks, ending with 1 save on the night.

The Hawks take on #18 The Masters College at 1pm on Saturday (Oct. 10) at home.

Making Progress

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Tues., Oct. 6, 2009 [Box Score]
La Mirada, Calif. -- It was a much better start for the Hawks (8-12, 0-9 GSAC) despite the loss on Tuesday night against #17 Biola (13-7, 4-5 GSAC), 25-17, 16-25, 13-25, 13-25.

The night's highlight for the Hawks was in game one where they stunned the number 17 in the nation, taking game one after capitalizing on Biola's slow start. Senior Courtney Barlow put away 4 kills in game one collecting 8 on the night. Sophomore Lauren Howard also posted 4 of her match total 14 kills in game one.

The Hawks momentum was short lived as Biola responded to the set one wake up call. In sets two and three, Biola broke an early point tie and never looked back, going on a 13-3 run in set two and a 14-2 in set three for commanding wins.

Game four was quickly controlled by the Eagles, who sprinted ahead 10-3, with little comeback mounted by the Hawks.

Sophomore Lauren Howard finished with 14 kills, 6 digs and one solo block. Freshman Stephanie Rice had 10 digs, and Junior Rachel Blair and Senior Sara Aguilar finished with 6 kills a piece.

The Hawks take on #25 Vanguard University, October 10 (Sat.), at 7pm.

Hope Fights Back, Hawks Lose in Five

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 3, 2009 [Box Score]
Fullerton, Calif. -- Saturday's match against Hope International started strong for the Hawks, but the Royals came alive in the third game, taking the next three for the win (18-25, 21-25, 25-21, 25-23, 15-8). The Hawks (8-11, 0-8 GSAC) came out strong in game 1, collecting 14 kills (.303) for one of their top hitting percentages in conference play. Hope chipped away at the Hawks, battling in game two for a lead, but SDCC pulled away from 19-18. It was there that the tides shifted in favor of the Royals. Game three and four leads shifted early on, but Hope edged out the Hawks in the final points, taking both sets.

Hope's Sine Schirmer's 5 for 5 hitting streak in the fifth game, helped seal the win for Hope in SDCC's longest GSAC game to date (1:55).

Team digs on the night for both teams were season high's, SDCC with 71 and Hope with 72. Rachel Blair had14 kills and 9 digs.

The Hawks travel to #17 Biola on Tuesday, October 6th, for a 7pm start. lead the Hawks with 18 kills and 12 digs, followed by Junior covered the court with 18 digs and 5 kills on the night.

Outpaced By the Warriors

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 3, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- San Diego Christian (3-6, (0-2)) fell 6-0 to the Westmont Warriors (4-2, (2-0)) in their third GSAC match, today. Westmont came out at a high pace, stunning the Hawks. Three of the Warriors 6 goals were scored in the first 10 minutes of play. The Hawks began to adapt to the speed Westmont was setting, but the superior ball movement kept the Hawks on their heels. Westmont outshot the Hawks 23-6.

This Wednesday (Oct. 7), the Hawks travel to rival Point Loma Nazarene for a 2:00pm game.

The Warrior's Dictate, 4-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-10T14:54:00Z

Sat., Oct. 3, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- Westmont College took the contest today against the Hawks, 4-1. The Warriors, in their second game of GSAC competition, dictated the pace of the game through their control of the midfield, distributing and connecting around the Hawks pressure. SDCC was out chanced, 16-6 (10-3 SOG).

Junior Bianca Silva buried her second goal of the season in the 33rd minute of play by finishing another battle in the box, similar to Wednesday's goal against Vanguard. Junior Goalkeeper Emily Garbez had 6 saves on the game.

The next game for the Hawks is Wednesday, October 7th at local GSAC rival Point Loma Nazarene at 4:30pm.

Personal Best's at UCI Invitational

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 12, 2009
Irvine, CA -- The women's Cross Country team traveled up the coast to race in an invitational hosted by UCI on Saturday. A cool morning saw a handful of personal bests for the Hawks. Junior Hannah Lettau led the pack, finishing the 5k course in 20:51(43rd). Sophomore Adrienne Graham came in 57th place with a time of 21:21, closely followed by Senior Lara Hertzog in 59th (21:27). Junior Asia Graham crossed the finish line in 22:52 (85th).

Unattached runner, Shellby Buckley won in a time of 17:52. Cal Coast TC took the meet with 49 points, followed by Southwestern (55) and CSU San Bernadino (70).

In 2 weeks, Saturday, September 26th, SDCC travels to Stanford, California for the Stanford Invitational. The race begins at 8am in Stanford, CA.

Night Race at CSU Fullerton

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 5, 2009
Fullerton, CA -- The Hawks traveled to Cal State Fullerton's, Fullerton Municipal Golf Course for their first evening race of the year, a welcomed change from the usual heat. The stage was set to race against highly competitive schools like Cal Poly, CSU Fullerton and GSAC competitors Azusa Pacific, Vanguard, Cal Baptist, and The Master's.

The women's 6k race was won by Azusa Pacific's Jacky Kipwambok in an incredible 21:24. For the Hawks, Lara Hertzog finished 85 of the 262-runner field with a time of 25:33. Hannah Lettau (121st) led the remainder of the Hawks coming in 26:11. Adrienne Graham (26:54) came in 150th, and in 213th was Asia Graham (30:21). Azusa Pacific won the women's team results with 53 points to finish ahead of Long Beach State (65) and Glendale College (93).

Azusa's Abednego Magut won the 8k race for the men in 25:06. Abednego finished almost a full minute ahead of unattached runner-up Josh Arrietta. Hawks' Will Graham crossed the finish line in 146th place with a time of 29:30.

The men's final team standings were Cal Poly Pomona, 69; Long Beach State, 79; Cal State Fullerton, 94; Vanguard, 125; Orange Coast, 157; Azusa Pacific, 175.

Next week, Saturday, September 12th, SDCC travels to University of Irvine, California for the Asics/UCI Invitational. The race begins at 8am in Irvine, CA.

Season Opener for the Hawks

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Aug. 29, 2009
La Jolla, CA -- San Diego Christian men's and women's Cross Country squads competed in their season opening meet Saturday at UCSD's cross country course. The Hawks were amongst strong competition with Point Loma Nazarene,Cerritos, Sonoma State, and UCSD. Junior Will Graham was the solo competitor for the men, finished the near 5 mile race in 25th place with a time of 25:09. The UCSD Tritons won the meet with 20 points amongst their 13 runners, followed by Cerritos with 44 and PLNU with 76.

In the women's 3.1 mile race, first year runner for SDCC, Senior Lara Hertzog led the pack for the Hawks, finishing in 26th place with a time of 17:27. Junior Hannah Lettau came in 16 seconds later, placing 31st (17:43). Sophomore Adrienne Graham came in at 17:56 (37th) and her sister, Junior Asia Graham ended the race in 21:26. The Triton Women took the meet with 26 points.

The Hawks travel to Cal State Fullerton for a 6pm race on Saturday, September 5. The race has been moved from Carbon Canyon Regional Park to the Fullerton Municipal Golf Course due to construction. Fullerton Golf Course is located at 2700 N. Harbor Blvd. in Fullerton, on the east side of the street a few blocks north of Bastanchury Blvd.

Injuries Hurt SDCC in 5-1 Loss

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 30, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- SDCC fell to #10 Vanguard University 5-1 today in the second match of GSAC conference play. Injuries over the past week left the Hawks with minimal substitutions, creating even more of press with fresh legs consistently entering the game for the Lions. The first goal for the Lions came in the 14th minute on a unsuccessful corner that was re-served in and finished. Junior goalkeeper Kylie Garcilaso came up big in many situations collecting 11 saves in her time in goal. Goals 2 (50th) and 4 (74th) were results of free kicks off of SDCC fouls; goal 3 (71st) and 5 (88th) were unassisted by hat-trick earner, Amanda Couch and Janice Tizon respectively.

More consistent ball movement and offensive press by SDCC produced the goal that Junior Bianca Silva battled to slot into the back of the net (Assist: Andrea Wagoner).

The Hawks fall to 2-5-1 overall and 0-2 in the GSAC. The next game for SDCC is Saturday, October 3 at 1pm against Westmont College.

Hawks Battle Lions, Fall 4-1

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 30, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- The Vanguard University Lions made the trek to SDCC today for the second GSAC game, defeating the Hawks 4-1. SDCC battled with Vanguard in a physical match throughout.

The first strike came in the 52nd minute when Senior Defender Jon Fuller put away a corner kick from Senior Midfielder Nacho Finlay. But the 1-0 lead was a short lived when two minutes later, Vanguard responded, tieing the game. In the 76th minute, a questionable offisdes goal for Vanguard proved to the turning point in the game. Roughness and speed increased leading to a penalty kick for Vanguard that Tomislav Colic put away for the Lions. The fourth VU goal came on a rebounded post shot in the 83rd minute.

SDCC moved the ball well at times, mounting attacks, and pressuring Vanguard's defense, but were unable to get many quality shots off. Freshman Goalkeeper Alex Cozzi had 7 saves on the day.

The Hawks fall to 3-5 overall, 0-2 in the GSAC standings. The next GSAC battle for the Hawks is against Westmont on Saturday at Home. The game is scheduled for 3pm, as a double header with the women.

No.2 Concordia Victorious Over SDCC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 29, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- The #2 Concordia Irvine Eagles came to challenge the Hawks tonight, defeating SDCC 25-20, 25-15, 25-18. The Hawks battled in game one, but in game two, Concordia was errorless, sighting 14 kills on 19 attempts (.737). They also had 9 total blocks on the night, adding to their cause. Game three was a mental battle for SDCC; missed opportunities gave Concordia the advantage and the grip on the match win.

Despite the three game drop, there were some positives on the night for the Lady Hawks. Many players were adapting to new positions, compensating for the gaps in their starting line up. Also, the Hawks effort and accuracy on the ball is improving. "Our passing is more consistent," said Head Coach April Fisk, "and were coming together in the toughest conference in the NAIA." As of September 29th, eight GSAC teams are in the Top 25 of the NAIA. (For September 29th Volleyball Ratings, click here.)

Sophomore Outside Hitter, Lauren Howard had 11 kills and 7 digs on the night, along with Senior Kelsey Stevens 16 assists. Freshman Rachel Allen had 9 kills, followed by Senior Courtney Barlow with 5 kills.

Hope International is the next GSAC match for the Hawks. The match is set to be played at Hope on Saturday, October 3 at 7pm.

Hawks Fall to Biola in GSAC Opener

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 26, 2009 [Box Score]
La Mirada, CA -- Night air, stadium lighting, and roughly 200 fans, ushered in the first 2009 GSAC conference game for the Hawks against the Biola University Eagles. The Hawks fell 2-0 to the Eagles, dropping to 2-4-1 and 0-1 in conference. Biola continued their winning streak, now 4-0-1 and 1-0 in GSAC.

Biola had an offensive edge in the first half, forcing SDCC into a defensive battle. In the 17th minute, Biola's Natalie Oliver capitalized on a defensive error, taking the 1-0 lead into the half.

SDCC came into the second half with a renewed drive, but in the 50th minute, a successful Biola free kick goal stifled the push for the Hawks. Junior transfer, Sarah Le, who battled all night in the middle, had the lone shot on goal when breaking through the Biola defensive line. Erin Frushon, Biola's Sophomore goalkeeper kept Le from success with a great diving stop. Senior Mercedez Ray served up many scoring opportunities for the Hawks on free kicks (45 fouls between both teams), but SDCC had difficulty winning balls out of the air against the Eagles. Junior Emily Garbez (3 saves) was strong in the net for the Hawks, playing off her line and shutting down many of the Eagles first half attempts at goal.

SDCC meets vanguard University at Home on Wednesday (Sept. 30) at 2:00pm.

Biola Triumphs in GSAC Opener

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept 26, 2009 [Box Score]
La Mirada, CA -- In a tough 6-0 loss to Biola in the 2009 GSAC opener, the Hawks fall to 3-4-0 and 0-1 in conference. The Biola University Eagles extended their 5 game winning streak to 6 games (6-0 and 1-0 in GSAC) with the win on Saturday.

In SDCC's third game in four days, limited by injury and illness, the Hawks came out at a slower pace than Biola would allow. Two minutes and twenty-five seconds into the game, the Eagles hunger was rewarded. The Hawks adapted, creating opportunties on goal. Emmanuel Onywera in his first game since September 2nd, held the quality chance of the day for the Hawks. In the 39th minute, Onywera snuck through on a short breakaway that was deflected by Biola keeper Aaron Fenlason. The Eagles found the net five more times on crosses, corners and breakaways before games end.

The Hawks look to rest up before they meet Vanguard (3-4-1, 0-1 GSAC) on Wednesday (Sept 30) at 4pm at Home.

A Hard Outing for the Hawks

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 25, 2009 [Box Score]
Santa Barbra, Calif. -- SDCC took the court against the #25 Westmont Warriors in Santa Barbra today, with three of their starters absent to injury, falling in three games 25-18, 25-14, 25-19. Sophomore Lauren Howard had 9 kills, hitting .500 on the night, with 6 digs. Senior Courtney Barlow had 7 kills and Senior Kelsey Stevens had 25 assists.

The Hawks are now 8-9 overall and 0-6 in the GSAC. Their next match is at home versus the #2 Concordia Eagles on Tuesday, September 29, at 7pm.

SDCC Battled Hard, Coming Up Short Against Chapman

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 25, 2009 [Box Score]
Orange, CA -- The Hawks traveled up to Chapman University today for their 6th game of the season. It was a positive night for SDCC, despite the 4-0 loss. The Hawks battled evenly with the Panthers with chances, but Chapman capitalized on set pieces and corner kicks, pulling out the win. Still plagued by injury and sickness, the Hawks walked away from the match with heads held high, looking forward to tomorrow's first GSAC game against Biola University.

Tomorrow at 4:30pm at Biola University, in a double header with the women, the Hawks end their three-game stretch.

Injury and Sickness Plague SDCC Against LSU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept 23, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- It was another scorching day in El Cajon as the Golden Eagles of La Sierra University came to battle the Hawks for the second time this season. Conditions were different from their last meeting, less than a week ago. With only three substitutes and the heat, SDCC couldn't run with LSU for the full ninety. The Golden Eagles struck in the 25th minute, followed by goals in the 39th, 44th, 46th and the 73rd minute.

The Hawks couldn't find the offensive groove between exhaustion and a lack of substitutions, but didn't throw in the towel. They continued to challenge balls in every third. Brent Oglesby, a freshman defender, was a hardworking presence in the defensive third for the Hawks, shutting down many of LSU's flank attempts.

The Hawks are now 3-2 on the season and will face Chapman University, at Chapman, on Friday, September 25, at 5:00pm.

Hawks Fall to Rival Point Loma Nazarene in Three

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 22, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- There's always an energetic atmosphere when Point Loma Nazarene comes to SDCC and tonight was no exception. Being only thirty minutes west of El Cajon, the geographic closeness draws many to watch the rivalry. The Hawks struggled through game one against the now #10 ranked Sea Lions, but in the second game, they caught rhythm. Senior Courtney Barlow, put away a few key balls in the middle, adding to the Hawks 15 kills (.387) game 2. But PLNU pulled away in the last few points stripping the Hawks of a possible fourth game. The third game saw comeback moments, but the cruicial point rallies for the Hawks were stifled by untimely errors.

The Sea Lions improve to 12-3 overall and 2-3 in the GSAC. The Hawks are now 8-8, 0-5 in the GSAC. Friday, September 25, at 7pm, Westmont hosts the 6th GSAC game for the Hawks.

Statistically Indescribable

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 19, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- There are times when statistics accurately describe conditions on the court, but in tonight's three-game defeat (25-14, 25-16, 25-19) against #3 California Baptist University, the numbers failed to tell the story of a team coming together. "We're playing better as a team," said Coach April Fisk, "the stats may not show it, but our consistency is improving."

Senior Courtney Barlow, a steady player for the Hawks, had 5 kills and 10 errorless serves. Sophomore Lauren Howard had 8 kills and 7 digs on the night. Senior Sara Aguilar posted 7 kills on 13 attempts in the SDCC offensive effort.

The Hawks face #7 Point Loma Nazarene University at home, Tuesday, September 22, at 7pm for their next match.

Coming Up Short in Riverside

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept. 18, 2009 [Box Score]
Riverside, CA -- San Diego Christian College fell to La Sierra University in hot, extremely windy conditions today, 2-1. The lone goal for the Hawks was scored by Freshman Defender Georege Gallegos (1). More details on the game will be posted soon.

The Hawks are now 3-1 overall. They take on La Sierra University, for a rematch, on Wednesday, September 23 at home at 4pm for their next game.

Hawks Triumph in Windy Battle

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept 18, 2009 [Box Score]
Riverside, CA -- The Hawks posted their second win of the season today in a 2-0 victory over the La Sierra University Golden Eagles. Both teams battled the windy, dry and hot conditions to a 0-0 tie through the first half. Second half goals were scored by Senior Tennille Rust and Senior Taylor Aglio. More details on the game to come.

SDCC travels to Biola University on September 26th, at 7pm for their next game. It is the first of the 2009 GSAC conference matches.

Struggle and Emerge

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Tues., Sept. 15, 2009 [Box Score]
Azusa, Calif. -- Tuesday night, the Hawks faced #10 Azusa Pacific, falling 25-16, 25-11, 25-16. In game one, the Hawks battled point for point to 13-12, when Azusa began to pull away, capitalizing on a few early errors by SDCC. The Cougars had a grip on game two, supported by APU Senior Jill Baker with 5 kills in the game, 18 on the night. The Hawks had 13 kills in the third game, but it just wasn't enough to trump the Cougars run.

Junior Rachel Blair had 9 kills and 9 digs and Sophomore Lauren Howard had 8 kills and 10 digs on the night in the Hawks effort.

APU improved to 11-4 overall, 2-1 in GSAC play. San Diego Christian is now 8-6 overall, 0-3 in the GSAC. The Hawks next battle is at home on Saturday, at 7pm vs #3 California Baptist University.

Tough Loss to TMC

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 12, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- Two tough losses in a row for the Hawks, falling tonight to The Masters College 25-17, 25-23, 25-18 and last night in three games to #1 ranked, Fresno Pacific. Junior Rachel Blair and Senior Sara Aguilar had 8 kills each against TMC, but it wasn't enough to stop the Mustangs forward momentum.

TMC improves to 9-3 overall and 1-1 in GSAC. SDCC's overall record is now 8-5 and 0-2 in GSAC. The Hawks hit the road Tuesday, September 15 at Azusa Pacific University at 7:00pm looking for their first GSAC win of the season.

SDCC Falls to #1 FPU in First 09 GSAC Game

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Sept.11, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- San Diego Christian College (8-3) faced #1 Fresno Pacific University (10-0) in their first 2009 GSAC conference game, falling in three games 25-15, 25-12, 25-14. The Hawks took on the Sunbirds with tenacity, not letting the ranking paint a spirit of timidity on their side of the court. Sophomore Lauren Howard and Senior Courtney Barlow each had 8 kills on the night. Freshman Setter Rachel Allen supported the offensive attack with 20 assists. SDCC made FPU work for key points with a few lengthy rallies, but the Sunbirds showed their strengths having 4 players with 5 or more kills and a team total of 10 blocks.

SDCC is now 8-4 overall and 0-1 in the GSAC. #1 FPU improves to 11-0 overall and tracks their first win in the GSAC standings. Tomorrow, SDCC takes on The Masters College at 7pm at SDCC in their first meeting of 2009.

Wind, Heat and a 5-0 Defeat

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept 12, 2009 [Box Score]
Newhall, CA -- The Hawks travelled to The Master's College today to take on the Mustangs in a non-conference contest, the first game since their first win of the season against John Brown University. Heat emminated from turf and strong directional winds blew, but they didn't phase the Mustangs who triumphed 5-0 over the Hawks.

TMC moved the ball well in the first half, mounting consistent attacks on the SDCC goal. The first goal of the game came off of a SDCC foul that set up a direct kick just outside the box. TMC Midfieler Bobbie Roberts cleared the wall hitting the net in the 35th minute. The Mustangs put away one more goal before the half, making it 2-0.

TMC saw three of their four second half shots on goal enter the net. SDCC couldn't put together much of a threat offensively, ending the game with 4 shots, 2 on goal.

SDCC (1-3-1) and TMC (4-0-1) will meet again in a conference match on Saturday, October 10th at 1pm at SDCC. The next game for the Hawks is Friday, September 18 at La Sierra University at 4pm.

3-2 Victory Over Holy Names

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept.5, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, Calif. -- For the second time this season, the Hawks (7-3) took the court against the Holy Names University Hawks (2-6). Their previous encounter was at the APU Cougar Classic the weekend of August 22. SDCC fell in three close games 25-18, 25-22, 25-23. Two games into the Sept 5th match, it looked as if the second round results would mimick the first. But in the third game, SDCC's 11 kills stunned HNU in the third game 25-12. The fourth game was back and forth, but SDCC edged out HNU to take them into a fifth game. With the help of the crowd, SDCC's unified energy trumped the HNU effort, taking the fifth game 15-10.

Senior Setter Kelsey Stevens had a season high 24 assists, followed closely by Freshman Setter Rachel Allen who collected 17 assists and 18 kills for the Hawks. Sophomore Outside Hitter Lauren Howard had 12 kills and 20 digs on the defensive end. Negativity never entered the court for SDCC. Sacrifice and hard work earned SDCC the 23-25, 17-25, 25-12, 26-24, 15-10 win.

The SDCC Hawks improve to 8-3 on the year and prepare for their next match this Friday, September 11, at home against #1 Fresno Pacific University at 7pm.

Hawks Pull Out First Win of the Season in 2 OT

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 5, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- Fresh off a return from a two-day, two-game trip to Embry-Riddle in Prescott, AZ, the Hawks gathered the remaining energy they had to face off against the Golden Eagles of John Brown University (AK). Friday, JBU went up against GSAC school, Point Loma Nazarene University, losing 3-1. Unfortunately, JBU would leave the west coast with two losses in hand.

The Golden Eagles finished the game with 28 shots, 12 of which were threats to SDCC. Junior Goalkeeper Emily Garbez saved all twelve shots on goal for the Hawks. Despite the Golden Eagles constant charge at their goal, SDCC was unrelenting. Scrappy defense, hard tackles and the assistance of the crossbar and goal posts, kept the two teams tied, 0-0 until the final ten minute overtime period.

Sophomore Clare Wohlfeil finished the game winner in the 119th minute of play on a feed from Junior Mireya Flores. The angle on Wohlfeil's left footed shot seemed impossible, but the velocity on it was too much for JBU's keeper Brittany Henderson to handle, giving the Hawks the last minute victory.

The Hawks improve to 1-2-1 and take on The Master's College in a non-GSAC contest at 2pm on Saturday, Sept. 12 at The Master's.

0-1-1 Arizona Trip Recap

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Sept. 5, 2009 [Box Score ER] [Box Score HC]
Prescott, AZ -- The Hawks women's soccer team traveled to Embry-Riddle Areonautical University in Prescott, Arizona to face two tough teams in the Embry-Riddle Eagles and the Broncos of Hastings College.

Game one was quite a weather change for SDCC. It was a 7pm game against Embry-Riddle, under the lights in the cool air of Prescott. The Hawks came out strong, despite the 8 hour drive to Prescott that morning, scoring two goals in the first half. Junior Hannah Waggoner netted her second of the year in the 13th minute of play. Energy built from there as Sophomore Clare Wohlfeil's high shot fooled Eagles keeper Ciarra Pederson, tinking off the post and into the goal for the Hawks second of the game and Wohlfeil's first on the season (44th min).

From the start of the game, Embry-Riddle was hungry, but came up short. Their shots on goal in the second half had a different ending. Samantha Welch scored in the 56 minute to put the Eagles on the board on a ball from Julie Flasken. SDCC battled through the remainder of the second half, but in the 83rd minute, Brittany Griffin found the lone hole in the defensive wall, finishing ERAU's second goal out of reach of SDCC keeper Emily Garbez.

Game two, originally scheduled for 5pm, started around 6pm due to overtime of a men's match on the varsity field. Hastings, out of Nebraska from the whistle, controlled the middle of the field, owning the offensive attack in the first half. Multiple post hits, a crossbar, and misfired shots, kept the Hawks alive with a 0-0 tie going in the second half. Hastings had 11 shots to the Hawks 2 in the first half, with Sophomore Katelyn Ogle saving 6 threatening shots from the Broncos. Defensively for the Hawks, Caroline Strachan, was the anchor, shutting down many Bronco offensive attacks throughout the game. But Strachan and the back line's efforts came up short when in the 58th minute Jessica Carlson finished a rebound off of Katelyn Ogle's save, for the Broncos first goal of the game. In the 60th minute, Jesse Herse hit a high ball to the upper corner, to finish off the Hawks, 2-0.

The Hawks finished the trip 0-1-1. Hannah Waggoner and Clare Wohlfeil were the goal scorers of the trip. The Hawks record is now 0-2-1 on the season.

Unexpected Battle In Irvine

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Wed., Sept. 2, 2009 [Box Score]
Aliso Viejo, CA -- San Diego Christian College bumps off Soka of America University Lions 2-1 in their first night game of the season. The cool weather was a nice change for the Hawks, who have played their last two games in 90-100 degree weather. The Lions work ethic kept them in the Hawks half for most of the game, evident by their game total 16 shots and 9 corner kicks. The Hawks struggled initially to find offensive momentum, caught off guard by the consistent intensity from Soka. But an unassisted 37th minute goal by Sophomore Emmanuel Onywera from outside the top of the box, allowed the Hawks to go into the second half up 1-0. In the 53rd minute, a set piece off a SDCC foul by Soka’s Gabriel Chagolla, found the back of the net, untouched by either team. Five minutes later, Freshman Center Midfielder, Tyler Jones fired a rocket of a shot that ricochet off the far post to Freshman Thomas Mason, who buried the eventual game winner for the Hawks. Freshman Goalkeeper Alex Cozzi kept SDCC in the game with 10 saves.

Both teams battled the entire game. Hard tackles, foot races, and mid air challenges dictated play. SDCC’s Senior Defender Matt Wolters, Freshman Kyle Cabezas-Jones and Senior Center Midfielder Nacho Finlay each had a yellow card caution for physical play by game’s end.

The Hawk’s post their third win of the season, out doing their 2-win 2008 season. After a 2 week, mid season break , the Hawks pick up at La Sierra University for a double header with the SDCC Women’s Soccer team on September 18th. The men play at 1pm and the women play at 4pm.

Another Hat Trick, Another Win

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Aug. 29, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- On another hot day in El Cajon, California, the Hawks did not relent in their offensive attack. Sophomore Striker Emmanuel Onywera tallied three goals in the Hawks 5-0 win against the Eagles of Southwestern College (AZ). The 5-0 run began the 14th minute when Junior Luke Shankula netted an pass from Onywera. Then in the 29th minute, Freshman Defender Daniel Araujo played a square ball on the 20 yard mark to Onywera, who slotted the goal for the Hawks. Onywera's second goal of the day was unassisted (44th minute). He finished the fourth goal on a well played ball from Shankula in the 50th minute. In the last minutes of the game, Southwestern was called on a hard foul in the box, allowing Senior Ignacio Finlay to put the penalty kick away for the fifth goal.

Eagles Midfielder Brett Bowman posed the biggest threat to the Hawks, getting 2 shots on goal and taking a majority of the Eagles six corners. Freshman Goalkeeper Alex Cozzi recorded 4 saves in the win. Sophomore Goalkeeper Adam Rekoski saw the field in the second half, collecting 2 saves. The Hawks improve to 2-0 on the season.

For their next challenge, the men head up to Soka University for a 7pm match on September 2nd.

3 Wins, 1 Loss at PLNU's Seaside Invitational

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Sat., Aug. 29, 2009 [Box Score ERAZ] [Box Score CC] [Box Score LU] [Box Score OT]
Point Loma, Calif. -- The Seaside Invitational, hosted by Point Loma Nazarene University, brought nine teams from Oregon, Tennessee, Ohio, Colorado and California for a 2-day, four game tournament. The Hawks faced Embry-Riddle (AZ) and Colorado Christian on the first day, beating Embry-Riddle 25-16, 27-25, 25-16 and Colorado Christian 26-24, 25-15, 25-23. Junior Rachel Blair led the days totals with 24 kills and 13 digs, followed by Sophomore Outside Hitter Lauren Howard's 17 kills and 21 digs. Freshman Setter Rachel Allen had 21 assists on the day.

Day two brought Lee University and Oregon Tech to the court. Both Lee and Oregon Tech had come off two losses in the first day. Lee took control from the first serve and maintained a strong grip on the flow of the match. Howard had 14 of the teams 28 kills, but it was no match for the Flames' 41 team kills and 9 team blocks. Lee took the match in three games, 25-18, 25-11, 25-21.

Oregon Tech came into the match having lost to Mount Vernon Nazarene University (OH), Point Loma Nazarene University (Calif.) and The Master's College (Calif.) in the weekends tournament games. They battled the Hawks through 5 games, but the Hawks pulled out the win in the final game, 15-25, 25-18, 29-27, 21-25, 15-11. Senior Courtney Barlow led the Hawks with 17 kills and 14 digs. Junior Rachel Blair, Sophomore Lauren Howard, and Freshman Rachel Allen all collected 10 or more kills against the Owls. Howard counted 5 of the 10 team blocks on the match.

SDCC's record improves to 6-3. The next match for the Hawks is at La Sierra University on Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00pm.

SDCC falls 3-1 in Season Opener to PLNU

Janelle Demchak — 2010-02-02T14:54:00Z

Fri., Aug. 28, 2009 [Box Score]
El Cajon, CA -- The Lady Hawks opened their season against seaside school, Point Loma Nazarene University, in 110 degree heat, marked as one of the hottest days of the 2009 summer. Play was even through the first half, until the The Sea Lions buried a corner kick from Junior midfielder, Lauren Hernandez to Sophomore Lauren Abarca in the 39th minute. But SDCC's was quick to answer. Hannah Waggoner, a Junior out of Horizon HS, put one away for the Hawks only 4 minutes later. Point Loma silenced the Hawk celebration with an early second half goal by Senior Kari Moore on a pass from Senior Kelsey Lundberg in the 48th minute.

The final goal came when Hernandez and Abarca connected for the second time on a set piece off a SDCC foul in the 51st minute, giving Abarca her second on the day. Junior Goalkeeper Emily Garbez had two incredible saves, robbing the Sea Lions of two goals. Garbez finished with 8 saves. Point Loma Goalkeeper, Freshman Tiffany Kracy had a total of 8 saves for the Sea Lions.Point Loma's record improves to 2-0.

The Hawks head to Arizona where they face their next challenge with two games at Embry-Riddle (AZ). Embry-Riddle on Thursday, September 3, @ 6pm and Friday, September 4, @ 10am, against Hastings College. They return to face John Brown University on campus on September 5 @ 3 pm.

Season Opening 6-1 Victory Over No. 4-Ranked Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Janelle Demchak — 2010-01-27T14:54:00Z

Thurs., Aug. 27, 2009 [Box Score]
Santa Clarita, CA -- The San Diego Christian College Hawks Men's Soccer team notched a huge win in their season opening game against #4 Cougars of Mount Vernon Nazarene (OH) at The Master's College on Thursday afternoon. Junior Luke Shankula's two scores on assists from Senior Nacho Finlay in the 14th and 37th minute began the cycle of all classes, Freshman to Senior, being involved in the offensive marks for the Hawks. Sophomore transfer, Emmanuel Onywera, pocketed a hat trick, scoring 2 unassisted goals in the 32nd and 84th minute and the third on an assist from freshman Kyle Cabezas-Jones in the 76th minute.

Freshman newcomer, Thomas Mason netted his first collegiate goal on a ball from Onywera in the 27th minute of play. The Cougars did not lack for chances, generating a 20-13 shot advantage, but the Hawks Freshman goalkeeper Chris "Alex" Cozzi was strong in the net, finishing with 6 saves in his first collegiate game.

The next match for the Hawks is the home opener against Southwestern College (AZ) on Saturday, August 30th at 3:00pm.

Two Tough Losses in Day Two of Cougar Classic

Janelle Demchak — 2009-10-09T14:54:00Z

Sat., Aug. 22, 2009 [Box Score D] [Box Score HNU]
Azusa, Calif.-- After coming off of an exhilarating three wins in tournament play yesterday, the Hawks fell in back to back matches against two tough opponents in the final day of the Cougar Classic. SDCC took on #23 Doane, coming out strong in the opening of game one, but couldn't regain a foothold on the Doane Hawks (25-18, 25-9, 25-10). Sophomore outside hitter Lauren Howard had 7 kills on the match, accompanied by freshman setter Rachel Allen's 13 assists.

Immediately following the #23 Doane match, SDCC dug deep, taking the court again against Holy Names University, but fell in three close games (25-18, 25-22, 25-23). In game two and three, the Hawks went on a 6-2 run early on, battling to the end. Sophomore outside hitter Lauren Howard led the Hawks with 9 kills, totaling 16 on the day, followed by 6 kills from senior right side hitter, Sara Aguilar. Freshman setter Rachel Allen added to the offensive attack with 18 assists, giving 31 assists on the day. Junior outside hitter, Rachel Blair (11 digs), senior outside hitter Courtney Barlow (9 digs) and freshman outside hitter, Stephanie Rice (9 digs), were the defensive anchors for the Hawks.

The Hawks take on four matches next week at the Seaside Classic at Point Loma Nazarene University on August 28-29. The first home match for the Lady Hawks is against La Sierra University, September 1, at 7:00pm at San Diego Christian's Ryan Athletic Center.

Hawks Win Out Day One of Cougar Classic

Janelle Demchak — 2009-10-09T14:54:00Z

Fri., Aug. 21, 2009 [Box Score PU] [Box Score C] [Box Score WCUT]
Azusa, Calif. -- Freshman setter Rachel Allen and sophomore middle/outside hitter Lauren Howard served as the catalysts for San Diego Christian's season opening wins over Pacific Union College (25-12, 25-12, 25-9), Corban (18-25, 25-21, 25-20, 25-19), and Westminster College (13-25, 25-19, 25-22, 25-27, 15-9) as a part of the Cougar Classic Invitational hosted by Azusa Pacific University.

Allen was the driving force behind the offense with 114 assists on the day, marking 49 assists, 10 kills against Westminster in the five game battle. Howard chalked up an outstanding 58 kills in the first day, collecting a match high 24 kills against Westminster.

The highlight of the day for the Hawks came in the fifth game of the third match where they rallied from a 5-7 deficit, winning 15-9 against Westminster. The SDCC ladies dug deep for the win, seeing as they and Pacific Union were the only teams out of the 13 in the tournament to play three matches on day one.

Tomorrow, the Hawks come to their next big test of the season as they take on #23 ranked Doane College (NE) @ 1:30pm on Court 1.