With a pair of goals in a seven minute period this afternoon, the Bears got the game-winner courtesy of a pair of freshman and sealed the win from a pair expected to lead the Bears this season.

The game-winner was scored by Kelsey Finders (pictured) in the 42nd minute when freshman Jennifer Hamlin sent a through ball from the left side.

Missouri State Bears - 2 (OT)
Oral Roberts University - 1
Kyle Windmueller scored the Bears only goal during regulation 16 minutes into the first period. The Bears defense held the lead until Oral Roberts' Josh Erickson scored with 14 minutes remaining in the second period.

Olympic Soccer is coming to a close this week, with the Women's finalist having been determined this morning (no spoiler's here for those who have taped it or are watching online later). The Women's Gold Medal game is Thursday morning at 8:00 am CT, with the Bronze Medal game at 5:00 am.

"They wanted it more than we did in the first half" was the assessment of Coach Rob Brewer of the MSU Bears following his squads 2-1 loss to their North side neighbors, the Drury Panthers Saturday evening. All three goals were scored in the decisive first half, with Drury scoring in the 31st and 42nd minutes while MSU narrowed the margin with a quick strike in the 43rd minute.

"They wanted it more than we did in the first half" was the assessment of Coach Rob Brewer of the MSU Bears following his squads 2-1 loss to their North side neighbors, the Drury Panthers Saturday evening. All three goals were scored in the decisive first half, with Drury scoring in the 31st and 42nd minutes while MSU narrowed the margin with a quick strike in the 43rd minute.

Our two local women's teams will face off in an exhibition match at Harrison Stadium tomorrow (Saturday) at 8:00 pm.

I haven't been in town so I've been unable to stop by a practice to check out the new girls. We do know that the Bears defeated the Central Arkansas Bears 3-0 last night in their first exhibition match of the season.

Our two local women's teams will face off in an exhibition match at Harrison Stadium tomorrow (Saturday) at 8:00 pm.

I haven't been in town so I've been unable to stop by a practice to check out the new girls. We do know that the Bears defeated the Central Arkansas Bears 3-0 last night in their first exhibition match of the season.

By the time the majority of you read this, most of the College and High School boys squads in the region will already be recovering from their first practice session of the new season.

I stopped by Kickapoo Sunday evening, check-in and paperwork details in advance of Monday's opening practice.

By the time the majority of you read this, most of the College and High School boys squads in the region will already be recovering from their first practice session of the new season.

I stopped by Kickapoo Sunday evening, check-in and paperwork details in advance of Monday's opening practice.

Consider this story about Mary Phyl Dwight from the KC Star today:

Dwight attended Raytown South before Title IX, and there were no organized sports teams for girls at most high schools then. Still, she played sports at every opportunity, including what used to be called "sports days" for girls, where they could compete against other schools.

That time of year again, the Team Camp just ended Friday and the Residential Camp begins today. I caught this shot of the save by Bryan Byars of Putnam City North (OK), home of Lance Pickens (Chivas USA/MSU Bears) and Chad Thompson (MSU defender) during the All-Star game. The save is against his HS teammate, Tyler Groh, with Tim Wallace of Washington (MO) in defense.

That time of year again, the Team Camp just ended Friday and the Residential Camp begins today. I caught this shot of the save by Bryan Byars of Putnam City North (OK), home of Lance Pickens (Chivas USA/MSU Bears) and Chad Thompson (MSU defender) during the All-Star game. The save is against his HS teammate, Tyler Groh, with Tim Wallace of Washington (MO) in defense.

PRESS RELEASE

The Missouri State men's and women's soccer teams will host seven and eight matches, respectively, at Plaster Sports Complex during the upcoming 2008 season.

The men's team opens the home schedule the second weekend of the season with its annual home tournament Sept. 5 and 6.

From the Emporia (KS) Gazette: Soccer star kicks his way into Shrine Bowl

The three-time all-city, all-region, and all-state soccer star has not only earned a soccer scholarship at Missouri State University, his kicking prowess on the football field has earned him a spot on the 2008 Kansas Shrine Bowl West Squad.

Kelsey Finders, who will join the Missouri State Bears this Fall, was featured recently in the St Charles Journal, Finding the right position - West graduate among state's best

By Dave Benson
Thursday, June 26, 2008

A four-year starter, Finders immediately became a valued commodity in the Warriors midfield.

The region lost a pair of assistant coaches with the end of the season last week. There are a lot of hard-working folks involved in this community but an area of particular significance is when recent college graduates give back by working with local high schools. Especially when they didn't play their prep soccer here.

The region lost a pair of assistant coaches with the end of the season last week. There are a lot of hard-working folks involved in this community but an area of particular significance is when recent college graduates give back by working with local high schools. Especially when they didn't play their prep soccer here.

Have to start this week off with a look back - how many of you saw Jack Jewsbury showing off his goal-scoring skills yesterday against the Chicago Fire? Check it out here (Windows Media Player needed) That's a pair of game-winning assists and a game-winning goal in five games. Sweet.

The St Clair County Journal brings a mid-season report on the Althoff Crusaders who are playing very well - This year, the Crusaders have higher goals and so far they're right on schedule. Heading into Monday's game against Notre Dame at the Columbia Shootout, Althoff was 8-1-1 and had outscored its opponents 57-5.

1:40 pm Missouri State Bears vs Oral Roberts University at Plaster Stadium
4:30 pm Drury Panthers vs Oral Roberts University at Harrison Stadium
7:30 pm Drury Panthers vs Missouri S&T Miners at Harrison Stadium

I hope to make the early and the late games today. I've got Spring fever and my adult responsibilities are somewhat under control for a change.

1:40 pm Missouri State Bears vs Oral Roberts University at Plaster Stadium
4:30 pm Drury Panthers vs Oral Roberts University at Harrison Stadium
7:30 pm Drury Panthers vs Missouri S&T Miners at Harrison Stadium

I hope to make the early and the late games today. I've got Spring fever and my adult responsibilities are somewhat under control for a change.

I've been a bit slow on the trigger on this one but an LA story brought me back to my senses! In a story talking about the roster moves Major Soccer League teams needed to make in advance of yesterday's deadline for naming their 18 man rosters, DailyBreeze.com highlights the LA Galaxy and Chivas USA:

In contrast, Chivas USA had no such problems, naming 17 senior players to their roster without having to make any cuts.

PRESS RELEASE

The Missouri State women???s soccer team and head coach Rob Brewer have received commitments from five student-athletes to play for the Bears in 2008. The newest Bears are Tara Bailes (Springfield, Mo.), Jeslynne McGrath (Clear Lake, Iowa), Kelsey Finders (St. Charles, Mo.), Jennifer Hamlin (Belleville, Ill.

Tara Bailes participated in a soccer signing ceremony at Catholic High School on Friday with teammate Anne Prenger. She has chosen to continue her career with Division I Missouri State where she will play for Coach Rob Brewer. I asked Coach Brewer about the role he expects Tara will play for the Bears.

Tara Bailes participated in a soccer signing ceremony at Catholic High School on Friday with teammate Anne Prenger. She has chosen to continue her career with Division I Missouri State where she will play for Coach Rob Brewer. I asked Coach Brewer about the role he expects Tara will play for the Bears.