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Weekly Athletics News - January 8
, 2018
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Varsity Soccer Has Dominate Performance
at NEPS
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The Carondelet varsity soccer team made a return trip to Fort Worth, Texas, to compete in the 2018 National Elite Prep Showcase on Jan. 4-6, 2018. The Cougars competed in four games in three days, posting a perfect 4-0 record, against national competition.
The Cougars were dominate in their games, as they outscored their opponents 21-2, which included a pair of shutouts. Carondelet is 4-0-2 in its last six games, bringing its overall record to 9-2-2 this season.
In the opening a game of the NEPS tournament, Carondelet defeated Keller HS, 7-1. The Cougars got balanced scoring, as five players found the back of the net. Cassidy Tshimbalanga and Darlin Hayworth tallied two goals each and Angie Scoma, Alli Moody and Ellie Ospeck added one goal each.
In game two, Carondelet posted a 2-0 victory over Marcus HS, as Tshimbalanga and Ospeck scored goals, off assists by Rory Biles. The Cougars also got solid goalkeeping from Hannah Macaulay, who collected seven saves and a shutout.
Carondelet then cruised to a 7-0 victory over Naaman Forest, scoring six second-half goals against the Rangers. Tshimbalanga scored twice, while five different players added a goal each. The Cougars held the Rangers to zero shots on goal.
In Carondelet's final game of the tournament, the Cougars posted a 5-1 victory over Ursuline Academy. This time is was senior Keeley Murphy who led the scoring with two goals. Tshimbalanga, Jordyn Young and Stephanie Neys also scored for the Cougars.
Tshimbalanga tallied six goals in the four games, bringing team-leading total to 16 through 13 games. Rory Biles led the team with five assists in the four games, while Ellie Ospeck dished out four assists with and added a pair of goals.
Hannah Macauley played all 320 minutes in goal, recording 18 saves, while allowing two goals for a 0.50 goals against average in the tournament.
Carondelet returns to action this week with a pair of East Bay Athletic League games. The Cougars travel to California on Tuesday, before hosting Foothill (at De La Salle HS) on Thursday. Kickoff for both games is scheduled for 6 pm.
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Spring Sports Registration and Tryouts
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Online Registration Link
Before you know it, the Spring sports season will be here. Spring sport tryouts will be held the week of February 5-9, 2018. The Athletic Department would like to remind parents of all student-athletes wanting to play a Spring sport to make sure your daughter's online registration is complete. The registration software is available through the Carondelet website, so be sure to get a head start on your daughter's registration.
More information regarding spring sport tryouts will be coming next week, so please check the Carondelet Athletics website for more details.
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This Week in Carondelet Sports
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Tuesday, January 9
* Soccer (JV/V) at California, 4/6 pm.
Wednesday, January 10
* Soccer (F) vs. California (at Saint Mary's College), 6 pm.
Thursday, January 11
* Soccer (JV/V) vs. Foothill (at De La Salle HS), 4/6 pm.
Friday, January 12
* Soccer (F) at Foothill, 6 pm.
Saturday, January 13
* Basketball (F/S) vs. Miramonte, 10:30 am.
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Swimming and Diving Swim Suit Sizing
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Carondelet has partnered with the NorCal Swim Shop to purchase our swimming and diving suits this season. Next week, sizing kits will be available at the shop in the Countrywood Shopping Center from 3:30-5:00 pm.
Carondelet Athletics is encouraging all athletes who are considering swimming and diving this spring to drop by the shop to try on a suit and record their size on the Carondelet roster located at the store.
There is no commitment to buy a suit at this time.
We are looking to compile our order to ensure that suits arrive in a timely manner. Suits will be $75 and will be available for purchase once the season officially begins in February.
Who: All Carondelet Swimming & Diving Athletes
When: January 16-19, 3:30-5:00 PM
Where:
NorCal Swim Shop - Countrywood Shopping Center
2054D Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Last Week In Carondelet Sports
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Varsity Basketball (8-4, 0-0 EBAL)
- Over the Christmas break, the Carondelet varsity basketball team played a total of eight games, posting a 5-3 record during that stretch.
- The Cougars began the break with a trip to Las Vegas, Nev., where they competed in the Tarkanian Classic. Carondelet posted a 2-2 record in the tournament, that included wins over Desert Hills (68-38) and Bishop Gorman (65-47), and losses to Valor Christian (54-48) and Desert Oasis (62-57).
- Between Christmas and New Year's, the Cougars participated in the West Coast Jamboree, posting a 2-1 record in the tournament. After falling to Folsom, 57-46, in the opening round, Carondelet posted wins over Sacramento (58-40) and Chaminade (67-56).
- In their final game of the holiday break, Carondelet played a road game at Miramonte on Jan. 6, where the Cougars posted a 67-56 victory over the Matadors.
- The Cougars return to action on Monday, Jan. 15, when they travel to San Jose to take on Archbishop Mitty at 3 pm.
JV Basketball
- The Carondelet junior varsity basketball team posted a 2-1 record over the holiday break, bringing its season record to 7-4 overall.
- The Cougars opened the break with a 43-24 victory over Campolindo on Dec. 22.
- Carondelet then competed in the Antioch High School Holiday Tournament on Dec. 26 and 27, where it posted a 62-60 win over St. Francis and a 63-51 loss to Heritage.
Frosh/Soph Basketball
- The Carondelet frosh/soph basketball team posted a 3-3 record in six games over the break, and is now 5-5 on the season.
- The Cougars opened the break with a 1-2 record in the Piedmont Tournament, that included a 26-24 win over California, and losses to Berkeley (45-39) and Santa Rosa (37-33).
- Carondelet posted a 2-1 record in the Antioch High School Holiday Tournament. After opening the event with a 51-33 loss to St. Francis, the Cougars defeated California (45-33) and Berkeley (57-32).
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Lauren Clayton was awarded with team MVP. The Cougars had
great outside shooting by Cassidy Kelly, Kalyn Foster and Lily Jansen, and shutdown defense by Lauren Clayton, Desirae Solares, and Sahara McElroy.
Varsity Soccer (9-2-2, 1-1-1 EBAL)
- The Carondelet varsity soccer team played a total of five games over the winter break, posting a 4-0-1 record.
- The Cougars opened the break on Dec. 19, with a 0-0 draw against San Ramon Valley. Carondelet is 1-1-1 to start its East Bay Athlete League schedule.
- To begin the new calendar year, Carondelet traveled to Fort Worth, Texas, to compete in the National Elite Prep Showcase on Jan. 4-6.
- The Cougars posted a 4-0 record in the tournament, that included wins over Keller (7-1), Marcus (2-0), Naaman Forest (7-1) and Ursuline Academy (5-1).
- Carondelet enters this week with a 9-2-2 overall record and will play EBAL matches against California (Tuesday) and Foothill (Thursday).
JV Soccer
- The Carondelet junior varsity squad played one game over the holiday break, which resulted in a 0-0 tie with San Ramon Valley on Dec. 19.
- The draw with the Wolves marked back-to-back ties for the Cougars to open EBAL play. Carondelet's overall record stands at 4-0-3 this season.
- Through seven games, the Carondelet JV soccer team has allowed just two goals, while posting six shutouts.
Freshman Soccer
- The Carondelet freshman soccer team played a single game over the break, with was a loss to San Ramon Valley, 2-0, on Dec. 20.
- The Cougars' freshman soccer team is 2-3 on the season and will host California on Wednesday, at Saint Mary's College. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 pm.
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Carondelet Athlete of the Week
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Rory Biles '18
Varsity Soccer
Rory Biles dished out five assists in the NEPS tournament, with two key assists in Carondelet's 2-0 victory over Marcus HS. Rory's play has single handily changed the direction for the team this season, as she's stepped into a new position and has flourished. Her work rate, metal toughness and willingness to provide leadership for the Cougars will continue to catapult the team in the right direction for the remainder of the season.
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Cassidy Tshimbalanga '18
Varsity Soccer
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Cassidy Tshimbalanga led the Cougars with six goals in four games in Texas. While being man-marked by opposing teams, Cassidy was still able to dominate her opponent. Along with her stellar play on the pitch, she continues to show outstanding leadership for the team this season.
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Hannah Macauley '19
Varsity Soccer
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H
annah Macaulay played every minute in the goal during the Texas tournament. She stepped up, making huge saves to help Carondelet to victory in all four games. Hannah's skill and ability in Texas showed in every game. She had a chance to shine and she took that opportunity and ran with it, dominating in the air and producing some beautiful extended saves.
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Contact Us!
Caitlin Main '05
Director of Athletics
cmain@carondeleths.org
925.686.5353 x168
Rich Davi
Associate Athletics Director
rdavi@carondeleths.org
925.686.5353 x382
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