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Alumnae/i Wins the Day!
Alumni Basketball: Alumni 49, First Team 45
Arguably one of the best contests in recent years, the alumni basketball game saw some excellent shooting on the part of the First Team, notably Joey Liberator '07, with some quick transition basketball led by CG Grant '07. However, the alumni were fortunate to have a fairly young group back this year (once again leaving liabilities Newman '80 and Werner '80 on the bench), with Kevan Quinn '05, Peter Christman '05, Jackson Ellis '06, and Lamarc Comerie '06 providing fresh legs to cover the court. Perhaps the biggest pleasant surprise for the alumni this year was the return of Tre Weicker '97. Donning knee-length UVA shorts, Wiecker was reminiscent of another tall Cavalier, Ralph Sampson. He grabbed offensive and defense rebounds at will, and his timely blocked shots kept the alums ahead down the stretch.
Sitting behind a desk has not hampered George Thompson's '98 court vision nor has it tempered Todd McDonald's '00 competitive fire; both alums were instrumental in sealing the victory for the alumni. Bill Mauke's '02 presence in the paint was also a factor in the team's success.
Alumnae Basketball: Alumnae 47, First Team 39
Now in its second year, the Alumnae game once again featured a number of former players and a couple current faculty members. This year's game was well played by both teams, with the Alumnae pulling away in the second half. At the half, the First Team led by a score of 20-19, with some fine shooting from Corinne Werner '09 and tough defense by Michele Ribaudo '08 and Jacki Savage '09. Normally the second half of an alumni/ae game favors the First teams, but fortunately for the alumnae, Danielle Moseley '03 entered the gym. Without warming up, Danielle stepped on the court and instantly changed the direction of the game with three-pointers and driving lay-ups. Though the First Team seemed a bit in awe of her performance, the girls never let up and continued to battle. Hillary Lavely Corbin '98, Emily Hoffman Vincent '98, and Nina Minella '05 played very well on both ends of the court, while Margaret Obermeier '02 and Whitney Jackson '96 never seemed to tire. Faculty members Ariel Hirshberg and Shelly Killeen added needed depth and enthusiasm. Head coach Alan Brooks '55 now stands at 2-0.
Alumni Hockey: Alumni 10, First Team 8
Wisdom and experience preveiled over youth and energy in this year's alumni hockey game, with the alums handing the varsity squad a 10-8 defeat. Despite their old, tired legs, the alums were able to cap a come from behind win against a varsity team ranked very highly in New England, and off to an impressive 8-2-1 start. Alums of all ages contributed to this formidable squad of players most of whom had college playing experience, and even some professional experience. A great time was had by all, and it was good to see so many old faces back, particularly in this year, which will be long time coach Tom Earl's last behind the bench for the Martlets. Hopefully they will not face too many more teams as talented as this alumni squad.
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Arguably one of the best contests in recent years, the alumni basketball game saw some excellent shooting on the part of the First Team, notably Joey Liberator '07, with some quick transition basketball led by CG Grant '07. However, the alumni were fortunate to have a fairly young group back this year (once again leaving liabilities Newman '80 and Werner '80 on the bench), with Kevan Quinn '05, Peter Christman '05, Jackson Ellis '06, and Lamarc Comerie '06 providing fresh legs to cover the court. Perhaps the biggest pleasant surprise for the alumni this year was the return of Tre Weicker '97. Donning knee-length UVA shorts, Wiecker was reminiscent of another tall Cavalier, Ralph Sampson. He grabbed offensive and defense rebounds at will, and his timely blocked shots kept the alums ahead down the stretch.
Sitting behind a desk has not hampered George Thompson's '98 court vision nor has it tempered Todd McDonald's '00 competitive fire; both alums were instrumental in sealing the victory for the alumni. Bill Mauke's '02 presence in the paint was also a factor in the team's success.
Alumnae Basketball: Alumnae 47, First Team 39
Now in its second year, the Alumnae game once again featured a number of former players and a couple current faculty members. This year's game was well played by both teams, with the Alumnae pulling away in the second half. At the half, the First Team led by a score of 20-19, with some fine shooting from Corinne Werner '09 and tough defense by Michele Ribaudo '08 and Jacki Savage '09. Normally the second half of an alumni/ae game favors the First teams, but fortunately for the alumnae, Danielle Moseley '03 entered the gym. Without warming up, Danielle stepped on the court and instantly changed the direction of the game with three-pointers and driving lay-ups. Though the First Team seemed a bit in awe of her performance, the girls never let up and continued to battle. Hillary Lavely Corbin '98, Emily Hoffman Vincent '98, and Nina Minella '05 played very well on both ends of the court, while Margaret Obermeier '02 and Whitney Jackson '96 never seemed to tire. Faculty members Ariel Hirshberg and Shelly Killeen added needed depth and enthusiasm. Head coach Alan Brooks '55 now stands at 2-0.
Alumni Hockey: Alumni 10, First Team 8
Wisdom and experience preveiled over youth and energy in this year's alumni hockey game, with the alums handing the varsity squad a 10-8 defeat. Despite their old, tired legs, the alums were able to cap a come from behind win against a varsity team ranked very highly in New England, and off to an impressive 8-2-1 start. Alums of all ages contributed to this formidable squad of players most of whom had college playing experience, and even some professional experience. A great time was had by all, and it was good to see so many old faces back, particularly in this year, which will be long time coach Tom Earl's last behind the bench for the Martlets. Hopefully they will not face too many more teams as talented as this alumni squad.
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