Women's Lacrosse OU vs. GVSU

Oakland University defeated Grand Valley State University 12-4.  #13 Lindsay Barrett leads the team with 26 goals this season.

     On Saturday, the Oakland University women's lacrosse team hosted, and defeated the Grand Valley State University Lakers 12-4.  The game was played inside the Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse, in Beverly Hills. Both programs play in Division II of the WCLA (Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Association), and both schools compete against each other in the WCLL (Women's Collegiate Lacrosse League).  There are currently 20 schools competing in Division II of the WCLL.  Click on the links below for more information about the Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Association, or the Women's Collegiate Lacrosse League.
     The Oakland University women's lacrosse team currently has an overall record of 4-3.  The Golden Grizzlies are ranked #4th in the Country according to the WCLA Division II Poll, and they are the 6 time defending WCLL Champions.  The Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse located at 22305 W. 13 Mile Road, in Beverly Hills.  Click on the links below for more information about Oakland University athletics, or the Golden Grizzlies women's lacrosse program.
     The Grand Valley State University women's lacrosse team currently has an overall record of 3-1.   The Lakers also feature a varsity squad that competes in Division II of the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).  Click on the links below for more information about the Grand Valley State University athletic program, the Lakers women's lacrosse team, or the NCAA.
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On Saturday, the Oakland University women's lacrosse team (in white) hosted Grand Valley State University (in blue). 

The game was played inside the Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse.  

#48 Rachel Jurczyszyn was in net for the Lakers!  

Oakland University celebrated the 12-4 victory over Grand Valley State University.

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For information about the Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Association click on  www.wcla.us



For more information about the WCCL click on  www.womenscollegiatelacrosse.com



For more information about the OU women's lacrosse team click on  www.oaklandwomenslax.com



For more information about the OU athletic program click on  www.goldengrizzlies.com



For more information about the GVSU women's lacrosse team click on  www.gvsuclubsports.com



For more information about the GVSU athletic program click on  gvsulakers.com



For NCAA stats, and standings click on  www.ncaa.com



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Men's Lacrosse UofM-D vs. SVSU

On Saturday, the University of Michigan Dearborn men's lacrosse team defeated Saginaw Valley State University 12-5. 

     On Saturday, the University of Michigan Dearborn men's lacrosse team hosted, and defeated the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinals 12-5.  The game was played inside the Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse, in Beverly Hills.  Both programs play in Division II of the MCLA (Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association), and both schools compete against each other in the CCLA (Central Collegiate Lacrosse Association) Conference.  There are currently 12 schools competing in Division II of the CCLA Conference.  Click on the link below for more information about the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association.
     The University of Michigan Dearborn men's lacrosse team currently has an overall record of 2-1.  The Wolverines play all of their home games at the Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse located at 22305 W. 13 Mile Road, in Beverly Hills.  Click on the link below for more information about the University of Michigan Dearborn athletic program.  Scroll down to see exclusive photos from the Wolverines 12-5 victory over Saginaw Valley State University.
     The Saginaw Valley State University men's lacrosse team currently has an overall record of 0-4.  Click on the links below for more information about the Saginaw Valley State University athletic program, or the Cardinals men's lacrosse team.
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The University of Michigan Dearborn men's lacrosse team plays their home games at the Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse.

The Detroit Country Day Fieldhouse is located at 22305 W. 13 Mile Road, in Beverly Hills.

The UofM-D men's lacrosse team currently has an overall record of 2-1.

University of Michigan Dearborn defeated Saginaw Valley State University 12-5.

Click on the links below for more information about these schools, and their athletic programs. 

For information about the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association click on  mcla.us



For information about the UofM-D athletic program click on  gowolves.net



For information about Saginaw Valley State University athletics click on  www.svsucardinals.com



For more info about the SVSU men's lacrosse team click on  svsumenslacrosse.webs.com



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MWJHL Playoffs

The Michigan Ice Dogs have qualified for the 2015 MWJHL Playoffs!  All 7 MWJHL teams qualified for postseason play!

     The MWJHL (Midwest Junior Hockey League) Playoffs begin tonight, and all 7 MWJHL teams have qualified for the postseason.  The Traverse City Hounds have the #1 overall seed, and they have earned themselves a first round bye.  The remaining teams will be reseeded after the 1st round, and the Champion will claim the MWJHL Veteran's Memorial Cup.  The Traverse City Hounds are the two time defending MWJHL Champions! Click on the link below for more information about the Midwest Junior Hockey League!
    The #2 Motor City Monarchs will host the #7 Michigan Ice Dogs in a best of three game series.  All 3 games (if necessary) will be played at the Fraser Hockeyland located at 34400 Utica Road.  Game 1 is scheduled to begin tonight at 7:15 p.m.  Click on the links below for more information about the Motor City Monarchs, or the Michigan Ice Dogs.
     The #3 Decatur Blaze will host the #6 Soo Firehawks in a best of 3 game series.  All 3 games (if necessary) will be played at the Decatur Civic Center located at 1 Gary K. Anderson Plaza.  Game 1 is scheduled to begin tonight at 10:00 p.m.  Click on the links below for more information about the Decatur Blaze, or the Soo Firehawks.
     The #4 Detroit Fighting Irish will host the #5 Alpena Flyers in a best of 3 game series.  All 3 games (if necessary) will be played at the Brownstown Sports Center (formerly known as the Ice Box) located at 21902 Telegraph Road.  Game 1 is scheduled to begin tonight at 7:00 p.m.  Click on the links below for more information about the Detroit Fighting Irish, or the Alpena Flyers.
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The Traverse City Hounds (in blue) have a 1st round bye in the 2015 MWJHL Playoffs.  

The #2 Motor City Monarchs (in white) will host the #7 Michigan Ice Dogs (in black) in a best of 3 game series.

The #3 Decatur Blaze (in white) will host the Soo Firehawks in a best of three game series.

The Detroit Fighting Irish (in blue) will host the Alpena Flyers (in orange, and white) in a best of 3 game series.

The Soo Firehawks will travel to Decatur.  Game 1 is scheduled for tonight at 10:00 p.m.  

Can the Motor City Monarchs win the MWJHL Veteran's Memorial Cup?  Leave a comment!

For more information about the Midwest Junior Hockey League click on  www.mwjhl.com



For more information about the Traverse City Hounds click on  www.tchounds.com



For more information about the Motor City Monarchs click on  www.mcmonarchs.com



For more information about the Decatur Blaze click on  www.decaturblaze.com



For info about the Detroit Fighting Irish click on  www.detroitfightingirish.pointstreaksites.com



For more information about the Alpena Flyers click on  www.alpenaflyers.com



For more information about the Soo Firehawks click on  www.firehawkjrhockeyclub.com



For more information about the Michigan Ice Dogs click on  www.michicedogs.net



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Buck To Dynamo!

Zach Steinberger (in white) was selected 8th overall in the MLS SuperDraft! Steinberger now plays for the Houston Dynamo!

     Zach Steinberger was selected with the 8th overall pick of the 2015 MLS (Major League Soccer) SuperDraft, and he will now play professional soccer for the Houston Dynamo!  Steinberger spent his college career as a four year starting Midfielder for the Butler Bulldogs.  Steinberger also played four seasons (as a Midfielder) for the Michigan Bucks, of the PDL (Premier Development League).
     As a Butler Bulldog, Steinberger recorded 14 goals, and accumulated 15 assists.  Steinberger was also named to three different All-Conference teams including the Horizon League, the Atlantic 10, and the Big East. Click on the link below for more information about Butler University athletics.
     In 2014, Zach Steinberger was a part of a Michigan Bucks team that won the PDL Championship. Steinberger was also named to the PDL All XI.  Click on the link below for more information about the Michigan Bucks, or the Premier Development League.
     The Houston Dynamo currently have an overall record of 1-0.  Last Saturday, the Dynamo hosted, and defeated the Columbus Crew SC 1-0 in the opening game of the 2015 MLS regular season.  Click on the links below for more information about the Houston Dynamo, or Major League Soccer.
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For more information about the Michigan Bucks click on  http://www.buckssoccer.com



For information about the Premier Development League click on  http://uslpdl.com



For more information about the Houston Dynamo click on  www.houstondynamo.com



For more information about Major League Soccer click on  www.mlssoccer.com



For more information about Butler University athletics click on  www.butlersports.com 



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College Baseball Photo Album

The 2015 college baseball season is underway!  

Our local teams are currently playing in warmer weather!

Click on the link below for more information about the University of Michigan athletic program!

 Eastern Michigan University's home opener is scheduled for Friday March 20th (6:00 p.m.). 

EMU plays all of their home games at Oestrike Stadium.

Click on the link below for more information about the Eastern Michigan University athletic program!

Oakland University has a large hill that puts you above the action!

The Golden Grizzlies baseball facility is located on the campus of Oakland University.

Click on the link below for more information about the Oakland University athletic program!

The Madonna University Crusaders currently have an overall record of 7-6. 

Madonna University plays all of their home games at Ilitch Ball Park.

The Crusaders home opener is scheduled for Saturday March 21st (1:00 p.m.).  Click on the link below for more information!

The Henry Ford Community College baseball team plays all of their home games at Papp Park.

The visiting teams use the woods of Papp Park as a makeshift bullpen!

Click on the link below for more information about Henry Ford Community College!

For more information about University of Michigan athletics click on  http://www.mgoblue.com



For information about Eastern Michigan University athletics click on  http://www.emueagles.com



For information about Oakland University athletics click on  www.goldengrizzlies.com



For info about Madonna University athletics click on  http://www.madonnacrusaders.com



For information about Henry Ford Community College click on  http://www.hfcc.edu



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Ice Dogs vs. Monarchs

On Saturday, the Motor City Monarchs defeated the Michigan Ice Dogs (in white) 4-1.

     On Saturday, the Motor City Monarchs defeated the Michigan Ice Dog 4-1 at the Farmington Hills Ice Arena. Both teams compete in the MWJHL (Midwest Junior Hockey League), and Saturday's game marked the final regular season game for both clubs.  The 2014-2015 MWJHL Playoffs begin this weekend, and all 7 teams have qualified for the postseason.  The Motor City Monarchs will host the Michigan Ice Dogs in a best of three game series, and the Monarchs will have the home ice advantage for the entire series.  Game 1 is scheduled for Friday March 13th, puck drops at 7:15 p.m.
     The Motor City Monarchs finished the 2014-2015 regular season in 2nd place in the MWJHL standings with 66 points, and an overall record of 33-13.  The Monarchs play all of their home games at the Fraser Hockeyland located at 34400 Utica Road.  Click on the link below for more information about the Motor City Monarchs.
     The Michigan Ice Dogs finished the 2014-2015 regular season in 7th place in the MWJHL standings with 33 points, and an overall record of 15-31 (3 shootout losses).  The Ice Dogs play all of their home games at the Farmington Hills Ice Arena located at 35500 W. 8 Mile Road.  Click on the link below for more information about the Michigan Ice Dogs, or the Midwest Junior Hockey League.
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On Saturday, the Michigan Ice Dogs (in white) hosted the Motor City Monarchs (in maroon).

Both teams compete in the Midwest Junior Hockey League.  Both teams have qualified for the 2014-2015 Playoffs.

Games can become physical when rivals get together on the ice!

#13 Trevor Pode scored 33 goals in 36 games this season.  Pode added 43 assists for a total of 76 points.

Click on the links below for more information about the Ice Dogs, the Monarchs, or the MWJHL.  

For more information about the Motor City Monarchs click on  www.mcmonarchs.com



For more information about the Michigan Ice Dogs click on  www.michicedogs.net



For Midwest Junior Hockey League stats, and standings click on  www.mwjhl.com  



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21-30 Most Viewed! 520th Post!

 

















    I've decided to post an updated version of the 21-30 most viewed posts on the Mitten State Sports Report. Top viewed lists are always changing, but Ring of Honor wrestling, and information about a hidden entrance to the Rifle River continue to earn consistent views.  Click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com
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                                                          21-30 Most Viewed Posts!


















21.  "Softball:  Henry Ford vs. Mott"  posted 4/14/2014

22.  "Ring of Honor Photo Album!"  posted 7/16/2013

23.  "Redford Car Show"  posted 8/15/2013

24.  "Flat Rock Speedway Photo Album"  posted 5/16/2012

25.  "All Access: Ray Fisher Stadium"  posted 3/7/2013

26.  "Lee Wins 50 Lap LM Feature at Flat Rock"  posted 5/8/2013

27.  "Ring of Honor Wrestling in Dearborn!"  posted 7/14/2013

28.  "Rifle River Hidden Entrance"  posted 7/29/2013

29.  "2013 Plymouth Whalers Photo Album"  posted 5/16/2013

30.  "Error Stats For Umpires?"  posted  5/11/2013

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