Madawaska's Season Ends

The Madawaska Owls lost a hard-fought game to the Orono Red-Riots yesterday afternoon 1 -0.

With two defensive minded teams battling it out, Madawaska had some key opportunities early, but could not capitalize. The back-and-forth battle continued all game long until the Orono boys finally pushed their way through with 1:29 left to play in the game.

Although the season is over, I would like to compliment the boys for the class they had after the game and throughout the season. Being part of a team is more than winning and losing, it's about the life lessons that you learn. You are all winners in my book and I could not have asked for a better bunch of guys to work with for 4 + months.

Seniors, you all have the soccer tools and knowledge to go on and play at the next level. You have been coached in a way that will allow you to succeed in the college game. I wish nothing but the best for all of you. Thanks for a wonderful season!

Quarterfinals: Madawaska wins 1-0

In what may have been a bad case of nerves or overconfidence, the Madawaska had difficulties with the #8 seed, Penquis Valley Patriots this afternoon. Despite the field being full of snow in the morning, it was cleared by 11:00 and conditions were quite good despite the recent weather.

Thanks to defense, Madawaska earned its 8th shutout of the season. Madawaska's lone goal came at the end of the first half when Dylan Wetmore finished off a shot that bounced off the crossbar by Jon Lee.

Madawaska will be playing Orono, who defeated #5 PCHS by a score of 1-0. The game will be on Friday, time TBA.

Quarter Final Match

We will be hosting the Penquis Valley boys on Wednesday afternoon @ 2:30 (weather and field conditions permitting). Penquis Valley defeated the George Stevens boys 3 - 0 yesterday afternoon. They are currently 8-6-1 on the season and have been playing well late in the season.

I hope we're ready for this first challenge!

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UPDATE: GAME TIME HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 2:30
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Regular Season Final Game: Madawaska 3 - 0 over Houlton

In the final regular season game of the 2009 season, the Madawaska Owls recorded yet another shutout, blanking the Houlton boys 3 - 0. Although both the Owls and the Shires moved the ball well on this beautiful fall day, it was the Owls who capitalized on their scoring chances while beating-up the Houlton defense. Curtis Thibeault assisted all three goals on the day: 1st to Mike Cannan, 2nd to Jon Lee, and 3rd to Nathan Beaulieu.

Madawaska will visit Presque Isle for a friendly "scrimmage" on Wednesday @ 4:00.

Monday's Game vs. Houlton

Just a reminder that there is no JV game on Monday. The Varsity game is now at 4:00.

Scrimmage vs. Presque Isle

On Wednesday, October 21 we will be going to Presque Isle to scrimmage the PI boys at 4:00. Please make arrangements so that work schedules do not conflict.

Game 13: Madawaska shuts down Southern Aroostook 2-0

On Thursday evening on the turf in Presque Isle, the Madawaska Owls earned yet another shutout against the So. Aroostook boys. The Owls' Nathan Beaulieu scored the first half goal, while Deejay Gendreau scored the second from a Curtis Thibeault assist. The Mad-Town defense was stellar once again allowing just 6 shots on goal for the day.

Madawaska hosts Houlton for the final game of the regular season on Monday (10/19) evening @ 6:00.

Game 12: Madawaska defeats Van Buren 7 -0

For the second straight game, the Madawaska Owls posted a shut-out while scoring 7 goals. The Owls remained undefeated at home this year with their 9th win of the season. Although they got off to a slow start, the Owls dominated every aspect of the game allowing Van Buren only one shot on goal. Madawaska also showed their offensive talent with 6 different scorers getting in the mix.

Madawaska will battle Southern Aroostook in Presque Isle on Thursday @ 4:00.

Game 11: Madawaska routs Fort Fairfield 7-0

This afternoon, the Madawaska Boys defeated the Fort Fairfield Tigers 7-0. The Owls showed no sign of post-potato harvest rust as they shared and moved the ball very well on the rain-soaked 11th Avenue field. The Owls showed how unpredictable they can be offensively by utilizing 7 different goal scorers on the day. The defense was equally impressive, smothering every attempt that came their way and allowing only 4 shots on goal helping keeper Jamie Cyr earn another shut-out.

Madawaska hosts Van Buren next Tuesday @ 4:00.

Upcoming UMFK Games

The UMFK Men will be home this weekend for the upcoming games:

- Saturday, October 3 @ 1:00 vs. SUNY Canton (Canton, NY)
- Sunday, October 4 @ 1:00 vs. Paul Smith's College (Paul Smith's, NY)

Hope you can get there for the games!

Thursday Evening, October 1 - Indoors again...

The soccer field has taken in a lot of water in the past few days and rain is in the forecast for tonight so we'll be going indoors again this evening. We'll begin at 8:00 again.

Indoor practice: Tuesday, September 29

The field will be too soaked to play on tonight so we'll be going indoors @ the high school. We'll begin a little early @ 8:00. See you then.

October Schedule Released

Here's the October schedule for Varsity and JV. Get the circled dates cleared!

Rain on Monday, September 28

Due to the rain and wet field conditions, we will not be having our optional 7 v 7 session on Monday morning. If the rain continues, plan on an indoor session for Tuesday evening. Check back between now and Tuesday evening for more details.