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March 24, 2008
Cardinal, Sczepanski, and Roessler Earn Post Season Awards

The 2007-2008 season was a record setting year for the women’s basketball team as they finished with a 14-13 record. Three key players for the team were honored with post season awards. Freshman Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) was voted as a 1st Team member of the AD3I’s All-Independent Team, while senior Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) was voted to the 2nd Team of the AD3I’s All-Independent Team. Freshman Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) was voted by her teammates as the most valuable player for the team.

Not only did Cara lead the team in both scoring (16.8) and rebounding (7.4) – but her scoring average of 16.8 ppg was good enough to make her one of the top 75 scorers in NCAA Division III this year. She also finished the season ranked in the top 75 in Division III in field goal percentage.

Shanie was the 2nd leading scorer on the team with 14.7 ppg and led the team in assists (82) and steals (60). She shot 85% from the free throw line this season which placed her 25th on the NCAA DIII list. Shanie ended her career as the 4th leading scorer in Crusader history, along with also ranking 4th in assists, 3rd in steals and 1st in free throw percentage.

Although Bethany only averaged 4 points per game, she contributed to the team’s success in many other ways with her all-around ability. Bethany was the team’s top defender and was consistently asked to defend the opponent’s top guard even when she was outsized. She was also 2nd on the team in assists and was the top rebounding guard.

March 23, 2008
Sczepanski Jumps Out to a Strong Start

Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus High School) recently finished up a rewarding freshman season by being named to the AD3I All-Independent First Team. Early in the season the 5’9” forward was named the AD3I’s Player of the Week. On the year the standout freshman scored 454 points and averaged 16.8 points per game. She shot 51.8% from the field (161-311) and knocked down 76.2% of her shots from the charity stripe (131-172). She also grabbed 199 rebounds, added 33 steals, dished out 26 assists, and blocked 12 shots and finished the year with 6 double-doubles. Not only did Cara lead the team in both scoring (16.8) and rebounding (7.4), but her scoring average was good enough to make her one of the top 75 scorers in NCAA Division III this season. She also finished the season ranked in the top 75 in Division III in field goal percentage.

Cara is an undeclared freshman at the University of Dallas and her plans after graduation are to get a good job with her degree and eventually start a family. Her athletic goals while at the school are to win a national championship.

March 7, 2008
Two Lady Crusaders Make AD3I All-Independent Team

Association of Division III Independents
Names 2008 All-Independent Women’s Basketball Teams


KANSAS CITY, MO.--- Nicole Hayman, a junior guard from Chapman University, heads the All-Independent Women’s Basketball teams announced today by the Association of Division III Independents (AD3I).

The Anaheim Hills, Calif., native, who leads the Panthers to their eighth straight NCAA tournament this weekend, was named the AD3I player of the year. Hayman is averaging 15.6 points per game and has made 42 three-point field goals. She leads the team in scoring, three-point field goals and ranks second in rebounds per contest (3.9). She currently ranks fourth in school history with 971 career points and is the career leader in points per game (17.3). The Panthers have won a school-record 24 games, including a current 12-game winning streak heading into today’s first-round NCAA contest.

The other members of the first team include University of Dallas freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.), Julia Fagan (Southern Vermont College), who also was named the rookie of the year; Ruchelle Austin (College of New Rochelle); Lauren Kamiyama (Chapman University); (tie) Emma Buckley (Green Mountain College); andKayleigh Calandri (UC Santa Cruz).

Jen Heath, head women’s coach at Green Mountain College, was named the coach of the year. Heath has turned around an Eagles program that won nine games last year and improved to 17 wins in 2007-08. Green Mountain won the AD3I Women’s Northeast Region Championship with a 64-48 victory over the College of Saint Elizabeth.

The All-Independent Women’s Basketball teams were selected by the women’s basketball coaches from member schools of the Association of Division III Independents.

+ OTHER AWARDS
COACH OF THE YEAR: Jen Heath, Green Mountain College
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Nicole Hayman, Chapman University
ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: Julia Fagan, Southern Vermont College
COACH OF THE YEAR: Jen Heath, Green Mountain College

+ FIRST TEAM ALL-INDEPENDENT
- Nicole Hayman, Chapman University ,JR, G, Anaheim Hills, CA
- Julia Fagan, Southern Vermont College, FR, F, New Britain, CT
- Ruchelle Austin, College of New Rochelle, SR, C, Brooklyn, NY
- Lauren Kamiyama, Chapman University, JR, G, Cerritos, CA
- (tie) Emma Buckley, Green Mountain College, SO, C, Lakeville, CT
- Kayleigh Calandri, UC Santa Cruz, JR, G, Alameda, CA
- Cara Sczepanski, University of Dallas, FR, F, Highland Village, TX

+ SECOND TEAM ALL-INDEPENDENT
- Jennifer Iglesias, Mitchell College, SO, G, Waterbury, CT
- Shanie Cardinal, University of Dallas, SR, G, Houston, TX
- Annamarie Ciorciari, St. Joseph’s College (Brooklyn) SR, G, Brooklyn, NY
- Jessica Dixon, College of Saint Elizabeth, JR, G, Linden, NJ
- (tie) Markeisha Mullen, Southern Vermont College, JR, F, Baltimore, MD
- Sadie Struebing, Nebraska Wesleyan University, FR, F, Brainard, NE

+ THIRD TEAM ALL-INDEPENDENT
- Christina Chamberlin, Green Mountain College, JR, F, Woodstock, VT
- Ally Tincknell, Finlandia University, SO, F-C, Negaunee, MI
- Erica Davis, University of Maine, Presque Isle, JR, G-F, Cumberland, ME
- Linda Ly, Chapman University, SO, G, San Gabriel, CA
- Molly Hopper, Green Mountain College, FR, G-F, Gouverneux, NY
- Kelsey Rector, Salem College, FR, G, State Road, NC

March 1, 2008
Lady Crusaders Fall in Final Game of Season

Lincoln, NE – In a final game uncharacteristic of one of their most successful seasons in recent years, the Lady Crusaders fell to the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs 61-47. After opening the game with a strong defensive first half, holding the Banana Slugs to only 27% from the field, the Lady Crusaders went into the locker room with a 28-26 lead. UC- Santa Cruz, a team noted for their aggressive defensive playing style, only allowed 19 UD points in the second half and was able to pull ahead for the victory.

Today’s game was the final one UD seniors Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.), Beth Teer (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S.) and Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.). Noble played a well-rounded game, contributing in every statistical category while Cardinal finished out her career with 10 points and 5 steals. Continuing her solid play in the middle, freshman Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) just missed a double-double with 9 rebounds and 24 points, which set gave her 454 points and 199 rebounds in her first campaign with the team.

With a final record of 14 wins and 13 losses, the Lady Crusaders’ rebuilding project looks to be right on track, as their win-loss totals have improved every year for the last three years. First year head coach Jennifer Fleming led UD to their first winning season since the 2004-05 season, and the future looks bright for the freshman class. The 14 wins this season is also a school record for most wins in a season.

+ Career highlights:
– Shanie Cardinal
91 games
1148 points - good for 4th place on the UD career records list ahead of former teammate Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy)
163 3-pointers
173 steals - 3rd place record
82.8% free-throw percentage - tied for 1st place school record with Ashley Smith
243 rebounds

– Angel Noble
102 games - 2nd place school record
354 points
57 3-pointers - 11th place school record
50 steals
105 assists
249 rebounds

– Beth Teer
90 games
294 points
19 3-pointers
28 steals
58 assists
183 rebounds

February 29, 2008
Lady Crusaders Lose First Round Game of AD3I Tournament

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders lost by 12 points against Nebraska Wesleyan University 67-55 in Lincoln, NE. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the team with 17 points, 2 steals, and 2 rebounds in 36 minutes. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) added 11 points and 9 rebounds, while freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) added 7 points.

Chapman defeated UC-Santa Cruz in the other semifinal game, 56-47. The Lady Crusaders play in the Consolation Game tomorrow at 2:00pm against UC-Santa Cruz. The Championship game is going to be Chapman against Nebraska Wesleyan at 4:00pm.

February 17, 2008
Lady Crusaders WinOvertime Thriller

Irving, TX – With less than 13 seconds left and trailing by 6 points, senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) made two 3-pointers, including one at the buzzer to make up the 6 point deficit and force overtime. With the score tied at 66-66 to start the extra frame, the Lady Crusaders capitalized on the momentum and defeated the UC-Santa Cruz Banana Slugs 77-72. Cardinal, along with fellow seniors Beth Teer (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S.) and Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) celebrated their last game of the season as part of the WBCA’s Think Pink campaign raising money for breast cancer research. Coaches, players, and spectators alike wore pink to remember those suffering from cancer.

The afternoon’s leading scorers were freshman guard Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) with 27, Cardinal with 26, and freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) with 9. Cardinal finished her home career at UD in style by shooting 6 for 12 from beyond the arc, and knocking both of her free throws to finish with 26 for the night. She also had 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals and shot 45% (9-20) from the field. Sczepanski also added a team leading 8 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 block. Holder shot 2 for 2 at the free throw line and added 2 rebounds and 3 assists. Noble grabbed 5 rebounds, knocked down one 3-pointer, and added 4 assists and 1 steal for the Lady Crusader’s high-energy win.

With an exciting finish for the season at home, the Lady Crusaders are off again to compete against UC-Santa Cruz, Chapman University, and Nebraska Wesleyan University in the DIII Independent Tournament in Lincoln, NE on February 29 and March 1. The tournament schedule is dependant upon seeding and will be announced on the UD athletics’ website.

www.udallas.edu/athletics/

February 15, 2008
Lady Crusaders Lose to Chapman University at Home

Irving, TX – Friday night marked the second to last home game for the Lady Crusaders and the beginning of the Think Pink weekend commemorating women affected by breast cancer. The Lady Crusaders lost 50-63 to the Chapman University Panthers for the second time this season.

Two Lady Crusaders scored in double digits – freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) with 14 points and freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) with 12 – and UD put up a strong fight against Chapman. Holder also added 1 rebound, 1 assist and 1 steal, while Sczepanski added 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block, and 2 steals. Freshman guard Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) contributed 4 rebounds, 2 points, 3 assists and 5 steals, while freshman forward Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) hauled in 5 rebounds, and dished out 1 assist while scoring 8 points.

The Lady Crusaders play again on home court this Sunday February 17, 2008 at 2:00pm against the UC-Santa Cruz Banana Slugs. The contest is the final home game for the Lady Crusaders and their 3 seniors.

February 10, 2008
Lady Crusaders Victorious Second Time Around

The Lady Crusaders an early season loss by defeating the Southwestern University Pirates Sunday night, 68-59. The home loss (65-79) against the Pirates occurred on December 8, and was the seventh game of the young season.

Leading the Lady Crusader offense in the victory was senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.), and freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.). Cardinal posted a team high 20 points, while Sczepanski chipped in 19. Freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) led the team in assists and steals with 7 and 2. Senior guard Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) and freshman forward Meagan Johnson Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) were the teams’ top rebounders with 7 and 6.

Next on the schedule for the Lady Crusaders is Friday’s game against Chapman University on February 15. The game starts at 6:00pm.

February 9, 2008
Trinity University Outscores Lady Crusaders

In losing to the Trinity University Lady Tigers, 48-85 the Lady Crusaders dropped to 12-10 on the year.

Still working hard, freshman forward Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) picked up her first double-double scoring 10 points and taking 10 rebounds. The 10 points were a career high for Johnson. She also had 2 assists, 2 blocks, and 3 steals. Freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) added 6 points, 3 assists and 3 steals. Freshman guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) had 3 points, 3 assists and 1 steal.

The Trinity defense held the Lady Crusaders to 33% shooting for the game, while they shot 50% for the game, including 68% in the second half. The Trinity Lady Tigers stand 15-5 and 9-2 in the SCAC Conference.

The Lady Crusaders play another challenging game against Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX tomorrow afternoon at 3:00pm.

February 5, 2008
Lady Crusaders Defeat Crusaders from Dallas Christian College

The Lady Crusaders got back on the winning side after beating the Dallas Christian College Crusaders 59-46 on Tuesday night in Farmers Branch, TX. The young Lady Crusaders entered the game 11-9 and with the win improved to 12-9 on the year.

Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the Crusaders in scoring with 18 points (8-10 from the field, 2-2 from the line). She also added 11 rebounds for her 6th double-double of the year. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) scored 11 points, while freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) also scored in double digits with 10 points. Also contributing to the Lady Crusaders 15 point win were freshman forward Meagan Johnson with a team leading 12 rebounds and 7 points, and freshman guards Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) and Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) with a team leading 4 assists each.

Next up for the Lady Crusaders is a trip to southern Texas for 2 games this Friday and Saturday. Friday, UD takes on Trinity University in San Antonio and on Saturday they face Southwestern University. Both games start at 3:00pm.

February 3, 2008
UD Lady Crusaders Lose to La Sierra

In their second game in Orange, CA, the Lady Crusaders were defeated by La Sierra University, 63-66. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the team with 24 points and 7 rebounds. She also added an assist and a steal while leading her team in scoring for the 8th time this season. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) finished with 21 points and added 2 assists for the 11-9 Lady Crusaders.

February 2, 2008
Lady Crusaders Defeated by Chapman University

In their first game since January 22, the University of Dallas Lady Crusaders lost by 20 points to the host Chapman University Panthers in Orange, CA, 53-73. With the loss, UD drops to 11-8, while the powerful Panthers improve to 17-3. Behind by 4 at the break, 29-33, Chapman’s defense improved and their scoring shooting percentage improve. UD shot at a 33% clip in the second half, while Chapman shot 60%.

Three players led the Lady Crusaders in double digits. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) and freshman guard Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.) scored 13 points apiece and senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) added 12. Sczepanski also led the team with 9 rebounds.

The Lady Crusaders continue play in Orange, CA against La Sierra University tomorrow afternoon. Tipoff is at 3:00pm.

January 22, 2008
University of Dallas Lady Crusaders overthrow Crosstown Rivals

Irving, TX — Keeping far ahead of the Dallas Christian College Lady Crusaders, the University of Dallas Lady Crusaders won the game with an impressive 88-51 finish. With the lopsided victory, the Lady Crusaders picked up their 11th win of the year, against 7 losses.

Scoring the majority of her 25 points during the first half, freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led her team off to a sound start with a halftime score of 41-21. She shot 79% from the field (11-14) and made 3 out of 5 free throws. Sczepanski also led the team with 10 rebounds (7 defensive and 3 offensive), for her 5th double-double of the season.

Freshman forward Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) led the team with 4 assists, 1 block, and 2 steals. Johnson also scored 9 points contributing to the team’s victory. Freshman guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) added 11 points, 3 rebounds and 1 steal. Also scoring in double digits were junior guard Chelsea Simonson (Liberty Hill, TX/Liberty Hill H.S.) and senior guard Beth Teer (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S.) each with 10 points.

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders will be playing out of town for the next few weeks, their next game being in Orange, CA against Chapman University on Saturday, February 2nd at 7:00pm.

January 19, 2008
Lady Crusaders Win at Home against the LeTourneau Lady Jackets

The Lady Crusaders defeated the LeTourneau Lady Jackets Saturday night, 71-60. UD possessed a 6 point lead (30-24) at intermission, before breaking out for 41 points in the second half. The Lady Crusaders shot 61% in the frame and 54% overall. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.), coming off her 1,000 point game, led the team with 21 points, 5 assists, and 2 steals. With the offensive outburst, Cardinal moved into sole possession of 6th place on the UD career scoring list. She currently has 1,024 points. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) also had a great night on the offensive end, finishing with a team leading 22 points on 9-12 shooting from the field and 4-5 shooting from the line. Sczepanski and freshman guard Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) led the team with 6 rebounds apiece. In limited action, senior guard Beth Teer (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S) dished out 4 assists, hauled down 2 rebounds, and added 2 steals.

The 10-7 Lady Crusaders are off until Tuesday night’s game at home against the Dallas Christian College Crusaders. UD looks to pickup the win and improve to 6-2 at home. The game is set for 6:00pm.

January 15, 2008
Cardinal Scores 1,000th Point in Lady Crusader Victory

Senior Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) became the latest member of the 1,000 point club during Monday’s home game against the Millsaps College Majors. The 5’3” guard’s crucial layup with less than 20 seconds remaining in the game gave her points 1,000 and 1,001. Cardinal added 2 free throws that sealed the 61-58 Lady Crusader victory and finished the night with 12 points. Cardinal now has 1,003 points in her 4-year career and is tied with Alese McKinstry for 6th place on the University of Dallas scoring list.

The Business Leadership major played her first game for the Lady Crusaders on January 15, 2005 after transferring from LSU – Shreveport. In a home game against Rhema Bible College, Cardinal scored 10 points and knocked down 2 three pointers in a 61-49 victory for the University of Dallas. After Monday’s game, Cardinal became the third Lady Crusader to score her 1,000th point in the past two seasons, after two players reached the mark last season.

The 9-7 Lady Crusaders have 11 more games left in the season. The team’s next game is at home versus LeTourneau University on January 19 at 5:00pm.

January 14, 2008
Lady Crusaders Outlast Millsaps College, Cardinal Scores 1,000th Point

The Lady Crusaders defeated the Millsaps College Majors on Monday night, 61-58. The victory puts UD at 9-7 and gets them back on the winning track. The Lady Crusaders led by 2 at half time, 27-25, and extended the lead in second frame in pulling out the 3 point victory. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) joined the 1,000 club by scoring her 9th point late in the game. She finished the contest with 12 total points, a team leading 5 assists, and 2 steals. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the team in scoring with 23 points and hauled down 11 rebounds (5 offensive) for her 4th double-double of the year. Freshman center Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) led the team defensively with 2 blocks and 2 steals.

Next on the schedule is a home game on Saturday, January 19 at 5:00pm against the LeTourneau University Ladyjackets.

January 8, 2008
Lady Crusaders Lose Close Game to Rhodes College

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders lost by 4 points to Rhodes College, 67-71. The UD women were up 30 to 24 at the half, but were outscored by 10 in the second half. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the team with 22 points, 5 assists, and 2 rebounds. In 33 minutes she also hit 4 three-pointers. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) added 16 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 blocks. Freshman center Joirdan Cole (Plano TX, Bishop Lynch H.S.) contributed 7 points, 5 rebounds, 1 block, and 2 steals, while freshman guard Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) had 6 points, rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal.

The Lady Crusaders now hold an 8-7 record, with three consecutive home games on the schedule. Their next game is home against Millsaps College on Monday January 8, at 3:00pm. It is followed by two more home games against LeTourneau University on the January 19, at 6:00pm and Dallas Christian College on January 22, at 6:00 pm.

January 3, 2008
Lady Crusaders Make it 2 in a Row

The Lady Crusaders notched their second win of the New Year with a 56-46 defeat over the Kangaroos of Austin College. The victory puts their road record at 5-4 and 8-6 for the season.

Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) had another big game in leading the Crusaders on the offensive end with 19 points on 8 of 15 shooting from the field and a perfect 3 for 3 from the line. She also added 7 rebounds to lead the team, and picked up 1 steal. Freshman forward Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) scored 10 points for the visitors and displayed her all around game with 6 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 assist. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the team with a season high 8 assists. Her previous season high was 5 assists accomplished 6 times this season. She also picked up 2 steals.

The Lady Crusaders have 5 days to recoup from the recent road trips before a 2:00pm game against Rhodes College in Memphis, TN.

January 1, 2008
Lady Crusaders Open Up the New Year With a Win

The Lady Crusaders brought in the New Year on positive note with a victory over the Huntingdon College Hawks, 60-56 Tuesday afternoon in Montgomery, AL. The win puts the team above .500 and snaps a 3-game slide. They have a much needed day off before taking on the Austin College Kangaroos in Sherman, TX on January 3. Game time is set for 6:00pm.

Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led 4 Crusaders in double figure point totals with 16. She also added 5 assists and 5 steals. Freshman forwards Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.), Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep), and Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) rounded out the scoring with 12, 11, and 10 points respectively. Cole registered her first double-double of the season by hauling down 10 boards. Roessler, Sczepanski, and freshman guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) all finished with 7 rebounds. Roessler also tied Cardinal for the team lead with 5 assists.

December 31, 2007
Lady Crusaders Fall to .500

The UD women were outlasted by Sewanee Monday afternoon in Montgomery, AL, 55-68. Tied up at 28 at the half, Sewanee outscored the Lady Crusaders by 13 points in picking up the victory. Sewanee shot 50% from the field in the second half, including 3 field goals beyond the arc.

Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the Crusaders in scoring and rebounding and put together her third double-double of the season. The Highland Village, TX native scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. She shot 8-11 from the field and 9-11 from the charity stripe. 10 of her rebounds were on the offensive end. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) chipped in with 12 points in the loss. She also added 5 assists and 3 steals.

The Lady Crusaders look to bring in the New Year with a victory in tomorrow’s game against Huntingdon College. The game tips off at 2:00pm.

December 28, 2007
Lady Crusaders Lose Close Game to UT-Dallas

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders fell at the hands of the UT-Dallas Comets 67-65 Friday afternoon. UD possessed a 1 point lead (32-21) at the half, before falling behind by as much as 6 to the visiting Comets. The Crusaders charged back late in the second half, but the UT-Dallas prevailed 67-65.

Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the Crusaders in scoring and rebounding and put together her second double-double of the season. She scored 23 points (9 free throws), and hauled down 10 rebounds. She also added 1 block and 4 steals in the loss. Other notable performances were freshmen Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) and freshman forward Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) with 12 and 8 points respectively. Roessler also pulled down 7 rebounds, while Cole grabbed 6 boards and added 2 blocks.

The 6-4 Crusaders have one day off before playing 3 away games in consecutive days. The team travels to LaGrange, GA where they take on LaGrange College on December 30 at 1:00pm. They then head over to Montgomery, AL for games against Sewanee and Huntingdon College. The Sewanee game starts at 2:00pm on New Year’s Eve, and the game against Huntingdon on the first day of 2008 also starts at 2:00pm.

December 20, 2007
Lady Crusaders Outlast Austin College

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders defeated the Austin College Kangaroos 66-60 in women's basketball action Thursday night. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the host Crusaders with 24 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals. She shot 6 of 9 from the field, including 4 of 6 from beyond the arc. She also knocked down all 8 of her free throw attempts. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) scored 13 points and hauled down 6 rebounds, while fellow freshman forward Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) just missed a double-double. She finished with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Freshman guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) pitched in 7 rebounds.

The 6-3 Lady Crusaders are idle until December 28 when they host UT-Dallas in a 2:00pm game.

December 17, 2007
2 Crusader Cagers Honored by the AD3I

University of Dallas student athletes Joe Packard (Lindale, TX/Lindale H.S.) and Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) were named the AD3I’s men’s and women’s basketball players of the week following their performances last Thursday night.

In last Thursday’s loss to the Hendrix College Warriors, senior forward Joe Packard had 23 points on 8-11 shooting from the field and 7-11 from the free throw line. He also added 9 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal for the 4-4 Crusaders.

Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski shot 8-16 from the field and 4-5 from the free throw line for 20 points in an overtime victory over the Warriors from Hendrix College last Thursday. She also added 8 rebounds (4 offensive), 1 assist, 1 block, and 1 steal in 42 minutes for the 5-3 Lady Crusaders.

Both teams return to action this Thursday, December 20 in the final home game before the Christmas holiday. The women take on the Austin College Kangaroos at 6:00pm, with the men’s game against the Kangaroos to follow.

December 13, 2007
Lady Crusader’s Victorious in Overtime

The Lady Crusaders defeated the Hendrix College Warriors in overtime Thursday, 76-72. The victory puts UD 2 games above .500 at 5-3. UD trailed by 2 at halftime but outscored the Warriors by 2 in the second half to force the game into overtime. UD edged the Warriors by 4 points in the extra frame and shot 67% (4-6) from the field.

Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the Crusaders in points, assists, and steals with 25, 5, and 4, respectively. Freshman forwards Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) and Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrolton Christian Academy) each hauled down 8 rebounds and 1 steal. Sczepanski also added 20 points, 1 assist and 1 block. Johnson also contributed 4 assists.

Freshmen center Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) and guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) each added 10 points, joining two other teammates with double-digit point totals.

Next on the schedule for the Lady Crusaders is Thursday, December 20th at 6:00 p.m. when they face the Austin College Lady Kangaroos at home.

December 8, 2007
Lady Crusader’s Fall Short in Comeback

The Lady Crusader Basketball team lost at home to Southwestern University, 65-79. After trailing by 17 at the break, the Crusaders mounted a second half comeback, only to come up short. UD’s pressure defense and improved shooting were instrumental in outscoring Southwestern 43-40 in the second half.

Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the Crusaders in scoring with 21 points, while freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) added 17 points. Freshman center Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) and freshman guard Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) led the team with 5 rebounds each and combined for a total of 17 points.

The Lady Crusaders will take on Hendrix College at home next on Thursday, December 13 at 6:00pm.

December 2, 2007
Lady Crusaders Lose in Mississippi

UD was held to 41 points in a 41-57 loss the Millsaps College Lady Majors in Sunday’s game in Jackson, MS. The stifling Majors defense was instrumental in holding the Lady Crusaders to shooting 30% from the field and 28% beyond the arc. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the Lady Crusaders with 10 points and added 3 steals. Freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) led the team with 5 rebounds and added 6 points.

The Lady Crusaders next game is at home against Southwestern University on December 8. The game starts at 3:00pm, with the men’s game pitting UD and Southwestern to tip off shortly thereafter.

November 28, 2007
Lady Crusaders Outshoot the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs 62-55

SEGUIN, Texas — The Lady Crusaders dominated the court when they played against the Texas Lutheran Lady Bulldogs tonight, winning 62-55. The Crusaders out-scored the bulldogs by 10 points in the second half on the way to their fourth victory of the season.

UD freshmen posts Amy King (Magnolia, TX/Magnolia H.S.), Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.), and Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) dominated the paint all game. Center Amy King scored 18 points in only 19 minutes of playing time. King also added 6 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 block. Center Joirdan Cole had 9 rebounds, 6 points, 2 steals, and 1 block, while freshman guard/forward Cara Sczepanski added 12 points, 8 rebounds, steals, and 1 block.

Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the Crusaders with 5 steals and added a team-leading 4 assists. Cardinal scored 16 points, including shooting 8 for 10 from the free-throw line.

The Lady Crusaders next play on Sunday, December 2nd against Millsaps College in Jackson, MS at 3:00pm.

November 20, 2007
Lady Crusaders Drop First Game of Season

UD fell for the first time this season 52-72 at the hands of the Hendrix College Warriors. Playing their fourth game in five days, the young UD squad fell behind early to the Warriors on their home court.

Leading the UD offense in the losing effort were freshman forwards Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) and Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) with 16 and 15 points, respectively. They both added 4 rebounds, as did freshman guard Bethany Roessler (Poenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep). Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the team with 4 assists, 2 steals, and was a perfect 6 for 6 from the free throw line.

The Lady Crusaders have over a week to rest before traveling to Seguin, TX November 28 to play Texas Lutheran University. Game time is at 6:00pm.

November 19, 2007
University of Dallas Defeats Sul Ross State University

The Lady Crusaders improved their record to 3-0 with a 72-62 victory over the Sul Ross State University Lobos. Leading the way for the Crusaders were Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) and Amy King (Magnolia, TX/Magnolia H.S.) with 14 points each. Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) also added 13 points and a team high of 6 rebounds. Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) added 5 assists and was a perfect 4 for 4 from the free throw line.

The Lady Crusaders turn around and play tomorrow, November 20, in Conway, AR. The team faces Hendrix College at 5:00pm.

November 17, 2007
Lady Crusaders Continue Winning

The Lady Crusaders won their second game today against Curry College, 68-62. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) led the team in scoring with 19 points, while freshmen guards Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.) and Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) finished close behind scoring 15 points and 13 points, respectively. Leading the team in rebounds were Sczepanski—with 11—and freshman center Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) with 9. Freshman guard Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep) added 4 assists and 3 steals in only 29 minutes of play. Freshmen post players Cole and Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) both recorded 2 blocked shots.

Next up for the Lady Crusaders is a home game against the Sul Ross State University Lady Lobos on Monday, November 19th. The game starts at 5:00pm.

November 16, 2007
Lady Crusaders Open With A Win

The Lady Crusaders won their season opener today against Macalester College in a close affair, 66-64 in Sherman, TX. The win came in the opening round of the Bob Mason Classic hosted by Austin College. Senior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) scored 22 points, added 3 steals, 5 assists in 39 minutes of play. Freshman center Joirdan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.) and freshman forward Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.) combined for 21 points. Senior guard Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress H.S.) and Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy) combined for 12 rebounds.

Their next game is tomorrow against Curry College at 2:00pm in the second round of the Bob Mason Classic.

November 12, 2007
2007-08 Women’s Basketball Season Preview

EXPECT TO SEE FRESH NEW FACES this year when the University of Dallas opens the 2007-2008 season at the Austin College’s Bob Mason Tournament. There are only three returning members from last year’s team who will be surrounded by nine incoming freshmen, one junior, and a new head coach.

Coach Jen Fleming embarks on her maiden season after spending the last 3 years as an assistant coach at West Point. When asked about her goals for the upcoming season, Coach Fleming responded, “We are all anxious for the start of the season—but we have a lot of hard work ahead of us to learn how to consistently compete at the collegiate level. I am excited about the talent we have and I think we will have an opportunity to surprise a number of teams. We are a very young team and we will need to continue to gain experience and gel as a team in order to reach our potential this year.”

The Lady Crusaders will be led by senior captain Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S). Cardinal has been a key contributor since her freshman year and averaged 11.4 ppg in 30 minutes per game last season. Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) and Beth Teer (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S.) will also provide valuable leadership and game experience. Junior Chelsea Simonson (Liberty Hill, TX/Liberty Hill H.S.) is the only other upperclassman on the roster. All four upperclassmen will vie for playing time in the backcourt. Joining them are freshmen Ashley Holder (Crawford, TX/Crawford H.S.), Bethany Roessler (Phoenix, AZ/Xavier College Prep), Erika Derks (Slinger, WI/Slinger H.S.), Jesse Allen (Madison, MS/St. Andrew’s Episcopal School), and Meghan Frost (Slidell, LA/Northshore H.S.).

Although the frontcourt will be lacking in experienced players, there are a number of freshmen looking to make major impacts. Sharing time in the paint will be Amy King (Magnolia, TX/Magnolia H.S.), Cara Sczepanski (Highland Village, TX/Marcus H.S.), Jordan Cole (Plano, TX/Bishop Lynch H.S.), and Meagan Johnson (Plano, TX/Carrollton Christian Academy).

The University of Dallas women’s basketball team tips off its season November 16-17 at Austin College. They will open against Macalaster at 6:00 p.m. on the 16th and follow up with Curry College on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Their first home game will be Monday, November 19th against Sul Ross State University.

June 1, 2007
UD Hires Fleming to Lead Lady Crusaders Basketball

Jennifer Fleming was hired as the new women’s basketball coach in an announcement on June 1. The UD women’s cagers have reached double-digit victory totals the past four seasons, but Fleming’s coaching experience is answer in taking the program to the next level.

Fleming’s most recent stop came as the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for DI Army from 2004-2007. During the 2006-07 season she assisted the Army team to school records for the most victories (24) and longest winning streak (12). Prior to her stop at the USMA, she was the assistant head coach (03-04) and assistant coach (02-03) at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.

February 24, 2007
UD Falls in Championship of AD3I Tournament

Winston-Salem, NC - The Association of Division III Independents

Atlantic Region Women’s Basketball Championship was played this afternoon at Salem College. The University of Dallas played Salem College in the championship game in front of a record-breaking crowd of 400 fans. The spectators were treated to an electrifying game as both teams raced up and down the court, battling in a very physical and emotional game. With just 6 seconds to go in the game, Lindsay Cross, a first-year student-athlete from Asheboro, NC, grabbed an offensive rebound and scored the winning basket while the Salem College fans erupted from the stands.

The Spirits (16-8) won the championship the same way they had won all season long, all five starting athletes scored in double figures. Salem College’s Lindsay Cross and Lauren Redman (Lenoir, NC) led the Spirits in scoring with 13 points apiece while Shakila Springs (Winston-Salem, NC) scored 12 points. Alex Ervin and Michala Michaux, both from Morganton, NC, each scored 10 points. Shakila Springs and Lindsay Cross led the team in rebounding with 11 apiece as the Spirits won the rebounding battle 40-32.

Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) led the University of Dallas with 20 points, followed by Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S. - 13 points) and Angel Noble (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S. - 10 points). Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) led the Crusaders in rebounds with seven.

Lindsay Cross of Salem College was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament. Salem College’s Shakila Springs and Michala Michaux were named to the All-Tournament Team along with Ally Tincknell (Finlandia University). Kelly Robertson and Kristy Malone represented the University of Dallas.

February 24, 2007
UD Topples Finlandia in AD3I Opener, 71-70

The University of Dallas and Finlandia University played tonight in the second game of the Association of Division III Independents Atlantic Region Women’s Championship. With only 54 seconds to go in the game, Finlandia had built an eight point lead and seemed to be on their way to victory. The University of Dallas had other ideas, however, as Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) helped lead the comeback with two 3-pointers in just 6 seconds. The University of Dallas advanced to Saturday’s championship game with a 71-70 victory in an exciting finish.

The University of Dallas was led by Cardinal (22 points), followed by Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S. - 16 points), Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy -14 points, 14 rebounds) and Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S. - 11 points).

Finlandia University (MI) was led by Kristina Nikkonen (19 points) and teammates Bridgitte LaPointe and Ally Tincknell each with 16 points. Kathryn Holsworth, a 5’1” guard, led the Lions in rebounding with 8.

On Saturday at 1 pm, The University of Dallas will play Salem College in the championship game. Admission is free and t-shirts/concessions are on sale.

February 20, 2007
Castillo Breaks Another Record

Senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) added to her list of accomplishments by breaking the school career free throw record on February 18, 2007 against the Chapman University Panthers. The record, set by Delilah Whisenhunt with 364 made free throws, is now set at 368. In the game, Castillo went 8-9 from the free throw line and ended with a total of 14 points. Castillo’s season high for free throws is 13 makes. She was 13-16 on January 16 against Dallas Christian College and 13-15 against Colorado College on February 4. She is shooting 78.2% (133-170) from the charity stripe this season.

February 15, 2007
Malone Breaks Another Record

Senior guard Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) set another record by playing in her 99th game as a Crusader in a 59-58 victory over Southwestern University on February 12th. On February 16th Malone scored her 1,000th point and currently stands in 5th place with 1,084, 19 points behind teammates Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy). Malone also established the records for assists in a season (130 in 04-05) and career with 421.

February 12, 2007
Lady Crusaders Knock Off Southwestern University, 59-58

Determined to avenge an early season 62-74 loss to the Southwestern University Pirates, UD senior guards Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) and Kristy “Kip” Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) took matters into their own hands. Robertson led the UD offense with 18 points, while Malone added 15. Robertson also secured 11 rebounds for her second double-double of the season.

Not to be left out of the action were fellow starters Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/ Cypress Falls H.S.) and Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy). Although the duo didn’t put up gaudy offensive numbers, they combined for biggest play of the game. With 8 seconds left, Cardinal stole the ball from Southwestern’s Priyanka Kainthla and put up a shot to give UD the lead. Unfortunately, Cardinal missed the jumper but Robertson was there for the offensive rebound. After a timeout with 4 seconds left, Castillo found an opening and scored the game-winning basket.

Games Notes:
Cardinal scored 13 points, while Castillo had 8 points and 9 rebounds.
Cardinal and Castillo reached season highs in steals with 7 and 5 respectively.

February 10, 2007
UD Lady Crusaders Fall To Trinity University 66-72

The Trinity University Tigers defeated the University of Dallas Crusaders 72-66 on Saturday night spoiling senior night for the Lady Crusaders.

In her final home game of her career Kristy "Kip" Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) led the Lady Crusader’s offense with 21 points and tied the school record set by Alese McKinstry by playing in her 98th game. She also added 5 steals and currently sits in second place in the school’s record books, 49 behind Delilah Whisenhunt. Malone has 1,069 points in the 98 games. Senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) and junior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) each chipped in 13 points. Castillo added 11 rebounds for her 5th consecutive double-double and 11th of the season. She currently has 802 rebounds and 1,095 points.

Four players scored in double figures for the victorious Tigers who were led by Meghan Scholbe's 19 points. Krista Prato Matthews scored 15 and hauled down 13 rebounds. Kate Dawson and Tierney Hughes chipped in 10 apiece.

Next up for the Lady Crusaders is Monday night’s game in Georgetown, TX. UD faces the Southwestern University Pirates at 6:00pm.

February 4, 2007
UD Defeats Colorado College 74-60

Senior guard Kristy "Kip" Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) put together a spectacular all-around game in leading the host Crusaders to the 74-60 victory in Sunday's final game of the UD Independent Classic. Malone scored 20 points, including 5 free throws in the final minute, to extend the victory margin to 14. She also added 8 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 steals in 35 minutes of action.

Fellow senior Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) registered her 10th double double of the season and 4th in as many games. She finished with 19 points (13-15 from the line) and 14 rebounds. Seniors Taryn Hames (El Cajon, TX/Academy of Our Lady Peace) and Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) got into the action themselves by scoring 8 points.

Liz Kolbe led the Colorado College Tigers in scoring with 18 points. Eliese Hansberry (12) and Paige Whitney (11) also reached double figures.

The Crusaders finished 1-1 in the Independent Classic and are currently 10-11. They have a chance reach .500 next week against the 14-6 Trinity University Tigers. Next Saturday's home finale tips off at 5:00pm.

February 3, 2007
UC-Santa Cruz Mounts Successful Comeback

The UC-Santa Cruz Banana Slugs outscored the Colorado College Tigers by 8 points in the second half to erase a 5-point halftime deficit to pull out the 61-58 victory. The victory comes on the heels of last night's comeback win where the Banana Slugs, in similar fashion, overtook the University of Dallas Crusaders early in the second half for the 4 point victory. The 2 wins puts UC-Santa Cruz at 8-14.

Megan Gaynor led the victors with 28 points on 12-20 shooting from the field. Gaynor added 8 rebounds. Teammates Melissa Junge and Talia Joyce joined Gaynor in double figures with 10 and 12 points respectively. Junge hauled down 9 rebounds to lead the Banana Slugs in that category, while Joyce had 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block in 40 minutes of action.

Melanie Auguste led the Colorado College Tigers with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Paige Whitney and Liz Schnaitter added 10 points.

UC-Santa Cruz ends the UD Independent Classic with 2 victories and Colorado College faces tournament host the University of Dallas Crusaders in Sunday's match-up.

February 2, 2007
UD Lady Crusaders Lose Heartbreaker to UC-Santa Cruz, 57-63

Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) led the Crusaders in scoring with 12 points as they jumped out to a 30-25 halftime lead. Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds (6 offensive) for her 9th double-double of the season. The double-double was her 3rd in as many games.

Poor shooting (30%) by UD in the second half gave the Banana Slugs a chance to take the lead early in the period that they never relinquished. UD was able to close the gap to 1 point behind reserve guard Beth Teer’s (McKinney, TX/McKinney North H.S.) 6 second half points, but UC-Santa Cruz countered with clutch shooting to pull out the 6 point victory.

4 players reached double-digit point totals for UC-Santa Cruz, including 17 from Kayleigh Calandri. Talia Joyce, Melissa Junge, and Megan Gaynor all scored 12 points. Gaynor also hauled down 10 rebounds.

Next up for the 9-11 Lady Crusaders is Sunday’s game with the Colorado College Tigers. Tip-off against the 7-10 Tigers is at 1:00pm.

January 27, 2007
UD Falls to Cross-Town Rival UT-Dallas, 62-66

Looking for their 10th win the University of Dallas Lady Crusaders used hoy shooting to jump out to a 35-26 halftime lead. UD shot 13-24 from the field including 4-7 from beyond the arc. Their pesky defense also limited the UT-Dallas Comets to 30% shooting.

Unfortunately the second half turned out to be a whole new ballgame as the roles reversed. UD shot 33% in the second half as compared to the 54% clip in the first 20 minutes.

Senior guard Kristy “Kip” Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) led the UD offense with 18 points. She shot 7-11 from the field and hit 4-5 three pointers. 15 of her points came in the first half as UD rolled to a comfortable 9 point lead at the break.

Dallas native Ana Castillo (Ursuline Academy) registered her team high 8th double-double of the season. The senior forward scored 13 points and hauled down 11 rebounds.

Ericka Baker (20), Jenna Harris (16), and Leslie Leatherwood (11) also reached double figures in points for the victorious Comets. Harris also added 15 rebounds.

Next up for the 9-10 Lady Crusaders is the 3-day UD Independent Classic starting Friday, February 2. UD faces the UC-Santa Cruz Banana Slugs at 5:00pm.

January 17, 2007
Lady Crusaders Defeat DCC 76-51, Malone Reaches 1,000 Points

In its quest to move to the positive side of .500 the UD Lady Crusaders received solid contributions from 3 starters to defeat Dallas Christian College 76-51. The lopsided victory was UD’s 3rd straight and another milestone was achieved as women improved to 9-8 on the year.

Senior guard Kristy “Kip” Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F.Terry H.S.) entered the game 17 points short of attaining 1,000 and reached the landmark on a second half basket. She finished the game with 18 points and 1,001 in her career.

Fresh off of scoring her 1,000-point, senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/ Ursuline Academy) led the team in scoring with 23 points, including 13 of 16 from the charity stripe. She added 9 rebounds.

Junior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) scored 19 points and shot 3-5 beyond the arc.

The Lady Crusaders are idle until next Tuesday when they face Austin College in Sherman, TX. Tip-off for the January 23rd game is at 5:30pm.

January 17, 2007
Malone Joins the 1,000 Point Club

For the third straight night something historic happened for the University of Dallas Lady Crusaders. Senior guard Kristy “Kip” Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F.Terry H.S.) scored her 1,000th point on a breakaway lay-up late in the second half of Tuesday night’s 76-51 victory over cross-town rival Dallas Christian College. Entering the game 17 points short of attaining 1,000 points, Malone’s basket gave her 18 points for the night and 1,001 in her career.

Malone currently stands in 5th place on the career-scoring list at UD. She is 2 points behind Alese McKinstry (1,003) and 25 behind teammate Ana Castillo (1,026).

Malone’s milestone is the second consecutive game a Lady Crusader scored her 1,000th point (Ana Castillo), and the third in which a major milestone was achieved (Castillo set the UD career rebound record).

Not only do the senior-dominated UD Lady Crusader cagers have a chance to extend their 3-game winning streak next Tuesday against Austin College, both Malone and Castillo get the opportunity to further establish themselves in the UD record books.

January 16, 2007
Ana Castillo Joins 1,000 Point Club

Ana Castillo Joins 1,000 Point Club

In Monday’s 72-60 victory over Schreiner University senior Ana Castillo reached another milestone by scoring her 1,000-point. 5 days and 1 game removed from setting the University of Dallas’ career rebound record with 715, Castillo had more accomplishments to garner. With 5:37 remaining in the second half, Castillo reached the mark on a field goal to give her 8 points in the game and 1,001 in her career. Fellow senior forward Taryn Hames (El Cajon, CA/Academy of Our Lady Peace) assisted on the basket. Castillo finished with 10 points, the 12th time this season she scored 10 or more points.

After today’s game she has 1,003 points and 726 rebounds. Castillo’s next basket will break the tie for 4th place among career leaders at UD she holds with Alese McKinstry. Ashley Smith is in 3rd place with 1,296 points. UD has 9 regular season games left in the 2006-07 season.

January 15, 2007
Lady Crusaders Defeat Schreiner, Castillo Reaches 1,000 Point Milestone

Senior guard Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) led 3 UD starters in double figures with 31 points. She was 8 of 13 from the field (4 of 5 beyond the arc) and converted on 11 of the 14 free throws she attempted. Her 31 points marked season and career highs.

Coming off her record setting performance last weeks against Millsaps College, senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) reached another milestone by scoring her 1,000-career point. With 5:37 remaining in the second half Castillo reached the mark on a field goal to give her 8 points in the game and 1,001 in her career. Fellow senior forward Taryn Hames (El Cajon, CA/Academy of Our Lady Peace) assisted on the basket. Castillo finished with 10 points, the 12th time this season she scored 10 or more points.

Senior guard Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) pitched in 11.

Monica Enriquez led the visiting Schreiner University Mountaineers with 16 points.

The UD women make the short trip to Farmer's Branch, TX tomorrow afternoon for a 6:00pm game against Dallas Christian College.

Notes:
Ana Castillo has 1,003 points and 726 rebounds after tonight's game.
In 13 of the Lady Crusaders' 16 games, 3 players have scored 10 or more points.

January 11, 2007
Castillo Sets New Rebound Standard

In Wednesday’s 66-56 victory over Millsaps College senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) set a new precedent for career rebounds at the University of Dallas by hauling down 12 boards. In a rather inconspicuous play, Castillo’s 6th rebound of the game with less then 1 minute left in the first half gave her the record-breaking number of 715. She added 6 more in the second half to push the mark to 721.

Castillo has 136 rebounds (9.1 rpg), 197 points (13.1 ppg), and 22 steals (1.4 spg). She has 993 points in her career.

She will get a chance to reach 1,000 points in Monday’s home game against Schreiner University. Tip-off is at 2:00pm.

January 10, 2007
Lady Crusaders Get Back On Track, Castillo Breaks Career Rebound Record

Stifling defense and 3 starters in double digits in points gave UD the 66-56 win over Millsaps College in Jackson, MS on January 10. Senior forward Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) led the high scoring trio with 19 points. Senior guard Kristy “Kip” Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) added 14 points and junior guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) chipped in 11.

Not only did Castillo haul down 12 rebounds for her 7th double-double of the season, her rebound total for the game gave her 721 in her illustrious career. The UD career rebound record prior to Castillo’s performance was 714, established by Marie Olson who played from 2000-04.

UD’s team defense limited the Majors to31.6% shooting from the field, including 21% in the second half. Leading the defensive efforts were Malone (2 steals) and Castillo (3 steals).

Next up for the Lady Crusaders is a January 15 home game against Schreiner University. Tip-off for Monday’s game is at 2:00pm.

January 8, 2007
UD Comes Up Short

Ashley Davis broke out for 36 points in leading the Rhodes College Lynx to a 71-60 victory over the Lady Crusaders. Seniors Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR) Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX), and Kip Malone (Rosenberg, TX) all scored in double figures for UD in a losing effort. Castillo scored 17, Robertson 16, and Malone 14. She also added 10 assists.

UD faces Millsaps College on January 10th in Jackson, MS. Their next home game is a January 15 contest against Schreiner University. Tip-off is at 2:00pm.

December 30, 2006
Hendrix College Upends UD, 82-64

Hendrix College defeated the University of Dallas 82-64 behind the shooting of Tori Huggins (28) and Bonnie Hicks (22). The Warriors shot 74% from the line (Huggins was 14-17) as they extended their 13 point halftime lead.

Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursuline Academy) registered her 6 double-double of the year by scoring 18 points and hauling down 11 rebounds for the Crusaders in the defeat. She also added 5 assists. Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) added 17 points and Kristy Malone (Rosenburg, TX/B.F. Terry H.S.) chipped in 12 points.

Like the men’s team, the Lady Crusaders next game and first of the New Year is a January 8 home contest against Rhodes College. Tip-off is at 1:00pm.

December 29, 2006
Hendrix College Holds Off King's Point

The Hendrix College Warriors defeated the USMMA - King's Point Mariners 75-71 in Friday's game of the University of Dallas New Year's Challenge. Tori Huggins led the way for the Warriors with 33 points. Huggins was perfect from the line (15 for 15) and added 4 threes (4 for 5). Both teams had 4 players in double figures, but Huggins work at the lined sealed the 4-point victory for Hendrix. Krista Goss (12), Amanda Morris (10), and Bonnie Hicks (10) reached double digits for Hendrix, while Morgan Gartner (15), Brooke Picillo (13), Kristen Hetsko (12), and Andrea Carey (10) were the offensive leaders for the King's Point Mariners.

The University of Dallas Crusaders face the Hendrix College Warriors in Saturday’s final game of the UD New Year’s Challenge. Tip-off is at 5:00pm

December 28, 2006
UD Outlasts USMMA King's Point, 77-67 in OT

The Crusaders returned from the holiday break with renewed energy and played tough against King's Point -- a notibly taller team. Four Crusaders scored in double digits: Shanie Cardinal (Junior Guard -- Houston, TX) lead the way with 22 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals; Kelly Robertson (Senior Guard/Forward -- Eugene, OR) and Ana Castillo (Senior Forward -- Dallas, TX) were equally tough on the boards and in thir scoring efforts with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 15 points, 10 rebounds, respectively. Kristy Malone (Senior Guard -- Rosenberg, TX) rounded out the double-digit scorers with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals, and a remarkable 6 assists. Meanwhile, Junior Guard/Forward, Angel Noble (Houston, TX) could not have found her shooting rhythm at a more crucial time -- she scored both of her field goals in over time, to finish with 8 points (3-4 FT).

King's Point was lead by Morgan Gartner (Junior Post -- Houston, TX) with 16 points and 7 rebounds. She shot 50% from the field and was perfect from the charity stripe.

UD takes on Hendrix College Saturday December 30th at 5 pm. In their previous meeting at Hendrix's own tournament, UD fell 59-81 on December 17th.

December 17, 2006
Lady Crusaders Fall to Warriors

In the championship game of the Hendrix College Tournament UD lost to host Hendrix College 59-81. Coming off a convincing victory over Greensboro College in yesterday’s semifinal matchup, the Lady Crusaders were unable to hold Hendrix College’s potent offense at bay. Four Hendrix College starters finished in double figures on a team that finished over 50% shooting from the field.

Starting guards Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR/Churchill H.S.) and Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/ Cypress Falls H.S.) scored 18 and 14 points respectively in the losing effort. Senior post player Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX/Ursaline Academy) added 10 points and hauled down 8 boards.

The 5-4 Lady Crusaders travel to Oregon for games against Linfield College in McMinnville and Lewis & Clark College in Portland. The Linfield game is set for December 20 at 3:00pm and The Lewis & Clark game is on December 21 at 6:00pm.

December 16, 2006
Lady Crusaders Outlast Greensboro College

In the first game of the Hendrix College Classic UD defeated Greensboro College 72-66 in Conway, AR. UD’s balanced offensive attack was instrumental in the victory.

Ana Castillo (Dallas, TX /Ursaline Academy) scored 20, Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX/B.F. Terry H. S.) had 18, and Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX/Cypress Falls H.S.) added 14. Castillo added 18 rebounds, including 7 offensive boards, for her third consecutive double-double.

Down 36-37 at the break, the Lady Crusaders took advantage of the charity strip by making 17 out of 24 free throws. Castillo was the main benefactor off UD’s ability to attack the rim. She shot 8 for 12 from the line, and the team shot 20 for 28.

The Crusaders play the winner of the Rust College-Hendrix College match up on Sunday afternoon. Game time is 4:00pm.

December 14, 2006
UD Struggles to Get in a Rhythm, Loses to Austin College 75-65

UD falls to 4-3 on the season as they played a streaky game against Austin College (also 4-3) on the Crusaders' own floor.

The game started out very even, but UD would fall to a 20 point defecit into the second half of the 1st period. Shanie Cardinal (Junior Guard -- Houston, TX) hit a 3 at the buzzer to put UD within 16 going into the locker room at half. She finished with 21 points shooting an impressive 50% from the three. But no one could match the shooting performance of Austin's Maegan Fitzgerald (Freshman Guard -- Denton, TX) who shot 80% from the three (4-5 three pointers) and 8-12 on the game, finishing with 22 points.

Free throw shooting kept UD in the game, 75% on the game. Ana Castillo (Senior Forward -- Dallas, TX) went 10-10 from the charity stripe, while Kelly Robertson (Senior Guard/Forward -- Eugene, OR) went 11-17. They finished with 16 and 18 points, respectively. Despite the 3 girls in double-digits, the Lady Crusaders again struggled from the field. They finished just 17 of 60.

UD heads out of town for their first away games of the season. They play in Hendrix College's tournament this weekend, starting off facing South Region powerhouse Greensboro College. They will face the winner/loser of Hendrix and Rust College on Sunday. Soon after, they travel to the Portland, Oregon area to play Linfield College on December 20th and Lewis & Clark on the 21st. Please see d3hoops.com for scores and links to the school's stats pages.

December 7, 2006
UD Races Past Dallas Christian College, 63-35

The Lady Crusaders (4-2) snapped a two game losing streak and battled cold first half shooting to pull away and beat the cross-town Dallas Christian College Crusaders.

UD shot a frustrating 14.3% in the first half, but bounced back to shoot 48.4% in the second. Senior Guard/Forward Kelly Robertson (Eugene, OR) was the first to light the fire in the second half that set UD up for the win. She finished with 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Ana Castillo (Senior Forward -- Dallas, TX) proved to be the most proficient from the field, going 4-9 and then also 7-7 from the charity stripe, for 15 points. She also grabbed 10 offensive boards, for 16 on the game.

Dallas Christian College only shot 19% on the game and was lead by Quin Reed (Junior Guard -- Arlington, TX) and her 14 points, 7 rebounds.

UD heads into finals week looking ahead to their next opponent, Austin College (Sherman, TX), whom they host December 14th at 7:30pm.

November 21, 2006
UD (3-0) Sneaks By Millsaps (1-2), 62-56.

UD jumps off to its best start ever with a three game winnning streak, pulling their latest win off after a late Millsaps College comeback. UD at one point had a double-digit lead, but the Millsaps Majors outscored the Lady Crusaders 36-35 in the second half.

Close to half of UD's points came from the bench, with Junior Guard Shanie Cardinal (Houston, TX) scoring 13 and nabbing 5 steals. Sarai Smallwood (Senior Guard -- Irving, TX) provided valuable minutes, scoring 5 points and grabbing 4 offensive boards in just 14 minutes.

Senior Guard, Kristy Malone (Rosenberg, TX), again lead all scorers with 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Kelly Robertson (Senior Guard/Forward -- Eugene, OR) also tallied 10 points and was perfect from the free throw line (3-3).

Sophomore Forward from Ridgeland, MS, LaReina Adams, lead the Millsaps Majors with 18 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists in just 28 minutes of play.

UD faces Southwestern University after the Thanksgiving break, Tuesday, November 28th at 6pm with the men's game to follow at 8pm.

November 19, 2006
UD (2-0) Handles Huntingdon College (0-2), 63-49

Well-rounded nights for 4 Lady Crusaders and some spurts off the bench was enough for UD to pull out their second win of the season.

Angel Noble (Junior Guard/Forward -- Houston, TX) scored all of her points from three-point land, going 3-6 and grabbing 4 defensive boards. Meanwhile, 3 seniors had big games pointswise and on the boards as well. Kristy Malone (Senior Point Guard -- Rosenberg, TX) lead the way, for the second game in a row, with 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, 3 steals. Kelly Robertson (Senior Guard/Forward -- Eugene, OR) followed close behind with 13 total points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 steals. Ana Castillo (Senior Forward -- Dallas, TX) was able to finish with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals, despite getting into foul trouble early, limiting her minutes.

Huntingdon College go-to player Tiffany Jackson (Junior Guard -- Franklin, TN) went down early in the match with an injury and Huntingdon saw two players step up in her place. Sophomore Forward Dusti Doss (Prattville, AL) had 13 points and nabbed 10 rebounds, while Freshman Guard Lori Bonds (Atmore, AL) had 14 points, 3 steals, and 9 rebounds.

UD has one day of practice and then hosts their third game at their home court, the Maher Center, Tuesday November 21st versus Millsaps College (1-1) at 7PM.

November 18, 2006
UD Starts Season With Win, Hosts Tip-Off Classic

The University of Dallas Lady Crusaders overcame 16% shooting in the second half to hold on to a win, 72-66, against the Louisiana College Wildcats in the first game of their 2006-2007 season.

The Crusaders dominated the first half and all squad members saw action. They entered the locker room at the half up 46-33, shooting 53.6% from the field against Louisiana College's zone defense. Solid free throw shooting (76.5% on the game) would prove to keep them ahead in the second half, despite the struggles offensively.

Kelly Robertson (Senior Guard/Forward -- Eugene, Oregon) had a double-double -- a 10 point, 11 rebound night. Kristy Malone (Senior Point Guard -- Rosenberg, TX) lead the pack with 21 points, 5 assists, and Shanie Cardinal (Junior Guard -- Houston, TX) went 4-8 from the three and 4-4 from the free throw line to finish with 18 points.

Reba Clemens (Senior Forward -- Pickering, LA)lead the way for the Wildcats with 20 points in 20 minutes of play.

UD is hosting the tip-off classic with Austin College, Louisiana College, and Huntingdon College. UD hosts Huntingdon College tomorrow, Sunday, at 3pm.
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