News
JAMES A. RHODES ATHLETIC CENTER RENOVATIONS
The Shawnee State University community is extremely excited about the current renovations underway at the James A. Rhodes Athletic Center.  The Rhodes Athletic Center is home to the Shawnee State Volleyball Team as well as the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams.  It also serves as practice and training facilities for all 11 Shawnee State Athletic Teams. 

The renovation process will be completed in numerous phases.  Phase I completion will give the gymnasium a fresh new look.  The most impressive aspect of Phase I is the brand new, state of the art, gymnasium floor.

“The new floor will be beneficial in many ways.  The floor is softer and more shock-absorbent, which is better and safer for our athletes.” said Athletic Trainer Ryan Boggs.                                                                                                          

In addition to the new floor the gymnasium itself has undergone a face lift.  New paint throughout the gym has given the “Cave” a much cleaner, crisper look that all fans will be able to enjoy during Shawnee State home contests. 

 “I’m very excited about the new look of the gym,” said Head Women’s Basketball Coach Robin Hagen-Smith.  “Our players and staff cannot wait to step onto the court for the first time.  We are eager to showcase the facility to our fans.  It is absolutely beautiful and we are extremely proud of it.”  [For complete story and pictures click here]

Tennis
FREE TENNIS CLINIC
Shawnee State Head Coach Billy Levi and the Shawnee State Women's Tennis Team will be conducting a free clinic on Sunday, October 26. The clinic will last from 2:30 to 4:00  following the opening ceremonies of the Dr. Daehler Tennis Center.

The clinic is open to all school age children.  Tennis rackets will be provided for anyone who needs one.

If you have any questions please contact Jonna Cook 351-3285.

Shawnee State opened up the second day of the Invitational with a three set win over Ohio Valley by scores of 25-16, 25-13, 25-8.  Heather Koehler led the Bears as she pounded 11 kills and added 3 blocks.  Becca Day had 10 kills, 6 digs, 2 service aces, and a block in the contest.  Haley Halcomb set up 28 assists for the Bears. [Box Score]

Shawnee State defeated the University of Cumberlands by scores of 25-19, 25-12, 25-14 to sweep the tournament.  Heather Koehler had 11 kills in the contest.  Becca Day and Megan Wills each added 9 kills apiece for the Bears offense.  Haley Halcomb had 27 assists and 16 digs in the match. [Box Score]

Shawnee State travels to Marietta on Thursday, October 16.  Game time is set for 7:00 p.m.

Women's Soccer
SHAWNEE STATE SHUTS OUT RIO GRANDE
The Shawnee State Women’s Soccer Team shut out the University of Rio Grande 3-0 on Tuesday afternoon.  Shawnee State improves to 5-5-1 overall and 2-4-1 in the AMC.  Rio Grande falls to 3-8-2 overall and 1-5-2 in the AMC.

Kelley Bowles scored the first goal of the game on an assist from Savoeung Ien in the 21^st minute of play.  The Bears found the net again a minute later with a goal by Katherine Westendorf on an assist from Danielle Morgan to tally the score at 2-0 at the half.  Bowles scored again in the 67^th minute of play on an assist from Courtney Moore. 

Shawnee State outshot the Red Storm 22-8 in the game.  Shawnee State’s Sam Rolsen recorded 3 saves in the game.  Rio Grande’s Sarah Sandlin tallied 10 saves in the game.  [Box Score]

Shawnee State travels to Daemen on Saturday, October 11.  Game time is set for 4:00 p.m.

Men's Soccer
#1 RIO GRANDE TOO MUCH FOR THE BEARS
The Shawnee State Men’s Team lost to NAIA #1 ranked Rio Grande 9-0.  Shawnee State falls to 1-10 overall and 0-6 in the AMC.  Rio Grande improves to 11-0-1 overall and 5-0-1 in the AMC. 

Shawnee State was outshot 35-2 in the game.  SSU’s Kevin Fischer tallied 12 saves in goal in 65 minutes of action, while Bobby Krauss recorded 1save in 25 minutes of play.  Rio Grande’s Nate Walzer recorded the shutout and had 1 save in the game. [Box Score]

Shawnee State travels to Daemen on Saturday, October 11.  Game time is set for 6:00 p.m.

Cross Country
SHAWNEE STATE TAKES 3RD AT OHIO INVITATIONAL
The 17th ranked Shawnee State Women's Cross Country Team placed 3rd out of 4 teams at the Ohio University Invitational.  Shawnee State competition included NCAA Div. I Meet Champion University of Cincinnati, Ohio University, and Cleveland State University.

Lisa Davies led the Bears as she placed 4th overall and ran a school-record 17:53.  Star Emmert placed 6th and ran a career-best 18:02.  Amanda Porter finished 11th as she recorded a time of 18:45. Birttney LiPira finished the 5k course in 19:37 and Sara Armstrong recorded a time of 20:22 to round out the scoring for the Bears. 

The Shawnee State Women's Team will not compete again until the 54th All-Ohio Championship Meet on Friday, October 10th in Delaware, Ohio.   

Golf
SSU FINISHED 9TH AT WHEELING JESUIT INVITATIONAL
The Shawnee State Golf Team finished 9th out of 14 teams at the Wheeling Jesuit Invitational with a team score of 631.  Clarion University won the event with a team score of 598.  Bryan Spille led the Bears as he tied for 21st place with a score of 154 (79+75).  David Mays (80+78) and R.D Erwin (79+79)  tied as they both shot a 158.  Cody Robbins recorded a 162 (78+84) and Jesse Zimmerman shot a 168 (85+83). [Results]