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Northwest Missouri State announces 2018 soccer schedule

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University head soccer coach Marc Gordon has announced the Bearcats’ 2018 schedule. The slate includes 17 games with nine taking place in Maryville, Mo. Northwest will open the season at home against William Jewell on Thursday, Aug. 30, at 3 p.m.

This year’s home schedule includes non-conference games against William Jewell (Aug. 30), Truman State (Sept. 7), Missouri Western (Sept. 16) and Lindenwood (Sept. 21). The MIAA home slate includes Central Missouri (Sept. 23), Washburn (Sept. 28), Emporia State (Sept. 30), Central Oklahoma (Oct. 19) and Northeastern State (Oct. 21).

The road schedule includes non-conference games against Rockhurst (Sept. 2) and Central Missouri (Sept. 14). The MIAA away slate includes Nebraska Kearney (Oct. 5), Fort Hays State (Oct. 7), Missouri Southern (Oct. 12), Southwest Baptist (Oct. 14), Northeastern State (Oct. 13), Missouri Western (Oct. 26) and Lindenwood (Oct. 28).

— Northwest Athletics —

Former Bearcats Williams & Schneider named Northwest assistant basketball coaches

MARYVILLE, Mo – Northwest Missouri State University’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach would like to announce the hiring of Bryston Williams and Zach Schneider to the position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach.

“Bryston brings a great amount of energy and contagious enthusiasm to our program,” said McCollum. “He was here at the start of my head coaching career and was a big part of getting the program to where it currently is. He will bring fresh ideas that will help our program continue to improve. We are very excited to announce the hiring of Bryston Williams.”

Williams was part of McCollum’s first recruiting class at Northwest in 2009. As a player, Williams has played on two MIAA Conference Championship teams along with playing in a Sweet Sixteen his senior year. Following his playing career Williams was a Graduate Assistant at Northwest under McCollum, where he was part of two more MIAA Conference Championships and two more Sweet Sixteens. Williams has spent the past two seasons in the Memphis Grizzlies’ organization as an Assistant and Player Development coach with the Grizzlies’ G-league Team, The Memphis Hustle.

“Zach is well on his way to being a great assistant coach. He has an unmatched work ethic. Zach will also bring a great deal of knowledge on how our program works to the current players. We talk a lot about having “winners” in our program, Zach is the definition of this. We are excited to announce the hiring of Zach Schneider.”

Schneider graduated from Northwest Missouri State in the Spring of 2017 following a four year playing career under coach Ben McCollum. During his four year career, Schneider was part of four MIAA Regular Season Championships, two MIAA Tournament Championships, four NCAA Sweet 16 Appearances, and the 2017 NCAA DII National Championship Team. He was a MIAA Scholar-Athlete during his senior season. After his playing career, Schneider remained with the team for the 2017-2018 season as a Graduate Assistant. He was also a Graduate Assistant with the Student Athlete Success Program, monitoring the academics of Northwest student-athletes from multiple sports.

“The hiring of these two will help keep our program moving forward and continue to improve our culture. I look forward to working with them.”

— Northwest Athletics —

Vest named Missouri Student Employment Supervisor of the Year

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Jessica Vest, right, reacts Thursday morning as Northwest administrators announced that she is the recipient of the Missouri Student Employment Supervisor of the Year. Pictured with Vest for the announcement is Kathy Hart, Northwest’s director of library services and operations. (Photo by Todd Weddle/Northwest Missouri State University)

Jessica Vest, an archivist at Northwest Missouri State University, is the Missouri Student Employment Supervisor of the Year, the University announced Thursday during a surprise presentation to Vest.

The state award is sponsored by the Midwest Association of Student Employment Administrators (MASEA) and annually recognizes a faculty or staff student employment supervisor for their characteristics of mentoring, professionalism and leadership.

Each year, student employees, staff and faculty at individual institutions nominate student employee supervisors for institutional recognition. MASEA member institutions then submit their Student Employment Supervisor of the Year honorees for state and regional consideration.

Vest was recognized April 2 as Northwest’s Student Employment Supervisor of the Year during the University’s annual Northwest Awards and Recognition Ceremony. She joined the Northwest staff in 2013 and oversees University Archives, which is housed in the B.D. Owens Library.

Elizabeth Ohlde, who graduated from Northwest this spring with her bachelor’s degree in communication with a public relations emphasis, nominated Vest for the award. Ohlde worked with Vest for a year and a half and said Vest’s mentorship prepared her for professional work and shaped her to be a better employee. Ohlde commended Vest for entrusting her with projects and teaching her the skills necessary to complete them.

“Jessica letting me work on projects by myself helps my confidence in the work setting,” Ohlde wrote in her nomination. “She shows that she has trust in her student employees. I always feel like she appreciates my work and that I have room to fail.”

Ohlde added, “Jessica’s constant feedback is helpful in the growth of a young employee like me.”

As the University’s archivist, Vest is responsible for cataloging and maintaining pieces of Northwest’s history; as a student employee supervisor, she equips students with hands-on techniques, training and skills in that area. Additionally, she performs executive assistant functions at Owens Library, which creates varied tasks for the students that work with her.

“Jess is serious about thinking ahead and giving her employees clear cut direction and purposeful tasks,” Hannah Christian, a research librarian at Owens Library said. “As a result, her student employees are invaluable contributors to the library staff. Under her guidance, they learn how to do tasks like ordering supplies, researching the prices of antique books and answering the phone with professionalism. She does a careful job of training on each task and provides support and guidance along the way but ultimately lets the students gain experience and confidence by teaching them to perform the tasks independently.”

Kathy Hart, Northwest’s director of library services and operations, said, “Jessica is an exemplary student employee supervisor. Her leadership and mentoring of student employees is a tremendous asset to B.D. Owens Library and Northwest.”

Northwest’s internationally benchmarked student employment program offers about 1,200 jobs to students in all areas of campus, integrating students into University operations while providing them opportunities to gain profession-based experience and build their résumés on the campus.

MASEA began recognizing student employment supervisors in 2015, and a Northwest staff member has won the Missouri award in each of the first four years it has been given. Previous recipients are Kirk Skoglund in Academic and Retention Services, Jeremy Waldeier in the Office of Admissions, and Renee Riedel in Career Services.

Northwest’s Bilodeau, Dudar earn NCBWA All-Region honors

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University senior catcher Hudson Bilodeau and junior relief pitcher Trevor Dudar have been named to the 2018 National Collegiate Baseball Writer’s Association (NCBWA) All-Central Region team.

Bilodeau was named to the NCBWA All-Central Region first team as a catcher. He appeared in 50 games and started in 46. He finished the season batting .393, recorded 72 hits with 19 doubles, two triples and five home runs. Bilodeau crossed the plate 34 times and knocked in 32 batters. In the field, Bilodeau had a fielding percentage of .983 with 318 putouts.

Dudar was named to the NCBWA All-Central Region second team as a relief pitcher. He appeared in 27 games and claimed three wins. He finished the season with a 2.27 ERA, 31.2 innings pitched, 31 strikeouts and allowed only 25 hits. He recorded 14 saves which put him in the record books as the all-time leader in saves in a single season.

— Northwest Athletics —

Northwest Missouri State announces 2018 volleyball schedule

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University head volleyball coach Amy Woerth has announced the Bearcats’ 2018 schedule. The slate includes nine home matches at Bearcat Arena.

Northwest will begin the year on the road, playing in three tournaments. The season starts at the Washburn Invitational in Topeka, Kan., on Friday, Aug. 24th. The weekend will include matches against Colorado State University – Pueblo, Southeast Oklahoma, Henderson State and Dallas Baptist University. Starting on Aug. 31, the Bearcats head to the Rockhurst University Tournament to face William Jewell, Mesa State University, University of Sioux Falls and Rockhurst University. Northwest will play a two-day tournament at Newman starting on Sept. 7 against Newman, Ouachita Baptist University and St. Edward’s University.

The MIAA home slate includes Lindenwood (Sept. 14), Central Missouri (Sept. 15), Missouri Western (Sept. 18), Fort Hays State (Sept. 28), Nebraska-Kearney (Sept. 28), Central Oklahoma (Oct. 5), Pittsburgh State (Oct. 6), Missouri Southern (Oct. 26) and Southwest Baptist (Oct. 27).

Click here to view the entire 2018 schedule.

— Northwest Athletics —

Northwest’s Weis earns D2CCA All-Region Honors

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Northwest Missouri State University softball sophomore Kaitlyn Weis earned 2018 Division II Conference Commissioner’s Association (D2CCA) All-Central Region Second Team softball honors on Monday.

Weis was named to the All-MIAA First Team as a second baseman this year. During the 2018 season, Weis led the team in almost every category. She batted .390, crossed the plate 39 times, knocked in 48 runs and recorded 57 hits. The second baseman started in all 46 games for the Bearcats this season and finished the regular season tied for first place in the record books for most home runs in a season with 15.

Seven other MIAA softball players earned 2018 Division II Conference Commissioner’s Association (D2CCA) All-Central Region softball honors.

— Northwest Athletics —

Griffons fall to Central Missouri in first round of MIAA Tournament

WARRENSBURG, Mo. – Griffon Baseball (28-23) dropped its opening game of the MIAA Championships, 9-3 to No. 3 seed and host Central Missouri (34-15) on Thursday.

No. 3-seed Missouri Western tied the game at two with a run in the fifth. UCM scored the tying run in the bottom of the fifth on a two-out throwing error by Casey Danley and added another run on an RBI-double two batters later. UCM padded its lead with a four-run sixth inning that was aided by two Griffon errors.

The loss dropped the Griffons to the consolation bracket where they’ll face No. 2-seed Northwest Missouri at 9 a.m. on Friday.  That game will be broadcast on ESPN 1550 or you can click here to listen.

Fahd Shakeel went 2-for-5 in the game and drove in the Griffons’ tying run in the fifth. Nate Hunter (8-5) took the loss and was charged with eight runs, five of them earned in 5 1/3 innings. Kellan Richards, Preston Bailey, Trever Carroll and Chase Wiger combined to limit the Mules to two hits and one run, all charged to Wiger, over the final two-plus innings.

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Bearcats get run-ruled by Emporia State in MIAA Tourney opener

The Northwest Missouri State University baseball team fell to Emporia State, 15-2, on Thursday in Warrensburg, Mo. in the first round of the MIAA tournament.

The Bearcats fall to 30-21 overall while the Hornets improve to 29-20 overall.

Key Northwest Statistics
– Northwest scored two runs in the bottom of the fifth inning. Emporia State scored two in the first, 11 in the second and one in the fourth and seventh innings.
– The Bearcats had two runs on five hits and two errors. The Hornets had 15 runs on 16 hits with no errors.
– Hudson Bilodeau finished 1-for-3 with an RBI and a double.
– Kevin Handzlik went 1-for-3 and a double.
– Aaron Barratt was 1-for-3.
– Derek Hussey went 1-for-3 and scored a run.
– Logan Rycraft finished 1-for-3 with an RBI.
– Jake Lewis drew a walk and scored a run.

Key Northwest Innings
– In the bottom of the fifth inning, Lewis drew a one out walk and advanced to third on a single to right center by Hussey. Rycraft lifted a fly ball to left field to score Lewis and moved Hussey to second. Bilodeau doubled down the right field line to bring in Hussey and conclude the scoring for the Bearcats.

Up Next
– The Bearcats will take on Missouri Western on Friday, May 11, at 9 a.m. in Warrensburg, Mo.

— Northwest Athletics —

 

Northwest women’s basketball signs five student-athletes

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University head women’s basketball coach Austin Meyer has announced five additions, Kendey Eaton, Erika Schlosser, Kira Mosley, Caitlyn Jordon and Sidney Brastad to the 2018-19 Bearcat roster.

“We are very excited with the pieces we have added in such a short time. First and foremost, this is a group that consists of high character individuals and a group that has held themselves to very high standards academically,” said Meyer. “Multiple athletes in this class won HS State Championships and each has been part of successful teams.”

Eaton, a 5’6″ Guard, spent the past 2 season at North Central Missouri College after leading Mound City HS to its first ever State Championship in 2016. At NCMC, she averaged 18 ppg, 4.5 rpg, & 3.4 apg over the last 2 seasons including a 40%+ clip from behind the arc. Eaton led her team to a Region Championship last season and was selected 1st Team All-Region both years in Trenton. She finished as a 2-Time Academic All-American and currently ranks 2nd all time in career points at NCMC. Eaton finished with a 2 year record of 44-20 playing for Coach Jenni Croy.

Schlosser, a 5’9″ Guard, spent the last 2 seasons at Division 1 Fairfield University. Last season she appeared in 25 games making 2 starts. At Fairfield, she was named to the MAAC All Academic Team last season. Prior to Fairfield, Schlosser was a standout at Eastview HS in Minnesota under Coach Molly Kasper. Her 4 year record at Eastview was 117-11 overall. This included a state championship in 2013-2014 and a state runner up in 2014-2015. Schlosser was a 2 year captain and earned All-Conference 3 of her 4 years. She earned Academic All State & was a MNGBB 4A All Star her senior season. She finished her career as the school’s all time leader in assists (317) and tied for the single season 3 point percentage record at 53.3%.

“Kendey and Erika both handle the ball well, shoot it at a high level and are good distributers. Kendey’s point guard experience on a championship junior college team will be a plus. We really liked Erika’s toughness and ability to defend as well. Each of them have a strong desire to get better and they want to be in the gym. Both have 2 years of college experience and will have an immediate impact on our team.”

Mosley, a 6’2″ Guard/Forward, helped Hopkins HS (MN) to a Class 4A State Runner up & a 31-4 overall record her senior season under Coach Brian Cosgriff. She averaged nearly 8 points and 4 rebounds per game in limited minutes following an injury after her Junior season. During a full 2016-2017 season she averaged 15 ppg, 5 rpg, & 2 apg. Mosley was named to the All Conference Team as a junior. She also made the Academic Honor Roll & was a member of the Diversity Club.

Jordon, a 5’10” Forward, was a 2x All District & 2x All Conference selection at Neosho HS under Coach Grant Berendt. She was also a 3x SWMO Basketball Magazing Future 50, was a member of the KURM Dream Team and competed in the SWMO All Star Game. Jordon average 8.7 ppg, 5.6 rpg, & 2 apg while shooting 52% from the field her senior season. She was Team Captain for 3 seasons, a member of the Academic All-State Team, a 4x Superintendent’s Honor Roll selection and National Honors Society.

Brastad, a 6’0 Guard/Forward, was an All-Conference member and voted MVP of her team last season at Chanhassen HS in Minnesota playing for Coach Angie Kissock. She finished her career with 226 free throw made which was 2nd all time in school history. She also finished 3rd on the all time rebounds list with 375. Brastad also lettered in softball & was all conference HM and captain of the Volleyball team. She was a member of the Deans list and an academic all conference selection as well.

“Our freshman class provides us with some needed length & versatility. All 3 can put the ball on the floor and can stretch defense with their ability to shoot the 3. They have the ability to score in the post and each of them rebound the ball well.”
The Bearcats open the 2018-2019 season on November 9th in Wayne, Neb.

— Northwest Athletics —

Northwest Missouri State volleyball volleyball adds McMullen, Sturdevant and Rose-Gronewold

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University head volleyball coach Amy Woerth has announced the additions of Rachel Sturdevant, Sophie McMullen and Eran Rose-Gronewold to the 2018 Bearcat roster. Sturdevant (Kansas City, Mo.), 5-11, was an all-state performer at Northland Christian High School. McMullen (Bucyrus, Kan.), 5-11, earned first-team all-state honors at Louisburg High School. Rose-Gronewold (Waverly, Neb.), 5-4, earned all-state honors at Waverly High School.

“I couldn’t be more excited about this class. All three of these players play on the top club teams in each of their home states. They also play in great high school programs with histories of high level finishes,” said Woerth. “This group of young women will bring a high level of athleticism, but just as important, they each bring intangibles that will make our team better every day. They all share an extremely high work ethic and want to take this program to the championship level. I look forward to working with this group.”

McMullen earned a pair of First Team All-Frontier League honors for head coach Jessica Compliment. During her career, she compiled 1,141 digs, 783 kills and 272 aces. As a senior, McMullen earned 4A First Team All-State honors and was named to the All-State Tournament Team.

“Sophie thrives on not only competing at the highest level but also winning. She possess great ball control and has a natural touch. She’s an experienced 6 rotation player that has excelled while carrying a large load for her team. I’m thrilled she’s a Bearcat and look forward to helping her develop at the next level.”

Sturdevant won a pair of state titles for head coach Brandy Tanner in 2016 and 2017, earning All-State honors during her sophomore, junior and senior seasons. She was also a three-time all-district performer and surpassed 1,000 career kills. Sturdevant is a three-time Academic All-State honoree, was named Academic All-Conference and has been named to the Principals A Honor Roll four times.

“Rachel is a very versatile player and has the ability to hit from any position. She’s a great teammate who understands how to buy into a role and support the vision of the leadership. Her high school and club teams have won at the highest levels and she brings in championship experience. She’s a winner and I’m stoked to see the impact she has on our program. ”

Rose-Gronewold is a multi-sport athlete earning Lincoln Journal Star Class B All State honors in 2017 and a member of the 2017 Class B 4×100 Relay State Runner-Up team. She earned Nebraska Prep Dig Volleyball All-State Second Team along with Nebraska Prep Dig Volleyball Class B First Team in 2017. She holds the Waverly High School digs in a single season record. Rose-Gronewold is a two-time Academic All-Conference honoree and is a member of the Waverly High School National Honors Society.

“Eran is a very athletic player who brings a lot of speed to the back court. She’s one of the best communicators we’ve recruited in her position. She adds depth to our ball control and loves grinding in tough situations. Defensively she shows a tenacity to dig every ball and that passion will be contagious for our team. Eran has great potential and in our system she’s going to take off.”

— Northwest Athletics —

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