Sunday November 14, 2009: Herkimer, New York
Tonight the Union County College Soccer team won the National Junior College Athletic Association D III National Championship by defeating Richland College 1-0. The hard fought defensive struggle was tied 0-0 at the half. Richland College, of Dallas Texas, outshot Union in the first stanza 5-1. But midway through the second half sophomore Kemar Richards netted what proved to be the game winning goal. A solid defense lead by freshman goalkeeper Shelson Dorleans kept the Thunder Ducks out of the Owl’s goal the rest of the way. Union completed their season riding an 11 game winning streak, including six straight play-off victories.
This is the first National Championship for Union County College in any sport. UCC soccer was making its fourth appearance in the Final Four of the national tournament in the last 7 years. Ironically it was Richland College who crushed Union’s hopes in the championship game in 2003 and the semi-final in 2007.
Coach Alex Louis was named the National Championship All-Tournament Coach and Shelson Dorleans the Tournament MVP. Also named to the All-Tournament Team were Kemar Richards, sophomore Patrick Osei-Frimpong, and freshman Michael Opong.
Coach Louis said “the team was determined to be national champs this season after coming so close in the past”.
November 11, 2009: UCC Soccer Team Members Recognized For Their Abilities.
Patrick Osei-Frimpong
First Team All Garden State Athletic Conference Back
First Team All-Region XIX Back
Top Five Players in the Region
Region XIX Championship Game Best Defensive Player
Patrick Termeus
Second Team All Garden State Athletic Conference
Midfielder
Second Team All Region XIX
Midfielder
Top Five Players in the Region
Kemar Richards
Region XIX Championship Game Best Offensive Player
Alex Louis
Region XIX Coach of the Year
Saturday November 7, 2009: UCC Owls Score District 4 Championship.
The Region XIX Champion Owls won the District 4 Championship by defeating Prince Georges Community College in Maryland. Kemar Richards Scored the first goal of the game before halftime, but Prince Georges evened the score at 1 just before the whistle blew to end the half. Mike Oppong recorded the winning goal in the second half to seal the victory for UCC. The Owls (16-5-1), seeded 4th, are enjoying a 10 game winning streak. They will play Saturday November 14, 2009 at Herkimer College against Nassau Community College (NY), seeded 1st, who only has 1 loss this season. The winner will move on to play the winner of the #2 Herkimer County College (NY) and #3 Richland College (TX) game for the NJCAA National title on Sunday November 15, 2009.
There will be a pep rally and "Send Off" for our OWLS on Thursday November 12, 2009 at 11:00am in the Victor M. Richel Student Commons on the Cranford Campus, come out and show your UCC Team spirit.
For those OWL fans who will not be traveling to New York, you can still follow all the action online:
The NJCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s National Soccer Championship Tournament will be broadcast free via live webcast. Please follow this link: http://www.livesportsvideo.com/golive/goliveevents.asp?q=HerkimerCommCollege and follow instructions. You may also go directly to www.herkimergenerals.com and look for the Watch National Soccer Tournament Live and On Demand button in the right hand column.
Also to keep up to date with the entire tournament please follow the following links:
NJCAA Division III Men’s National Soccer Championship Tournament: http://www.herkimergenerals.com/information/nationals/2009menssoccernats
NJCAA Division III Women’s National Soccer Championship Tournament: http://www.herkimergenerals.com/information/nationals/2009womenssoccernats
Saturday October 31, 2009: Owls Take Out Number 5 to secure Region XIX Title.
The Owls entered Saturdays game ranked 12th in the nation for junior colleges. They Beat the County College of Morris, ranked 5th in the nation, 3-1 to win the Region XIX Championship. Kemar Richards, ranked 2nd in the Region for scoring, scored 2 goals and Mike Oppong added 1 goal. Assisting on the goals were Patrick Termeus, Kemar Richards and Shelson Dorleans. The Region XIX Champion Owls, now ranked 8th in the nation, will play for the District Title on Saturday November 7, 2009, when they travel to Maryland to meet Prince George Community College.
Thursday October 29, 2009: Men's Soccer Advances to Region XIX Finals.
The Soccer Team recorded a Semi Final Win over Brookdale Community College in Lincroft. At half time the Owls held a 2-0 lead., The Jersey Blues cut that lead in half with 10 minutes left in the game. The Owls answered back swiftly by scoring 2 additional goals making the final score 4-1. Scoring for the Owls were national ranked scorers Kemar Richard and Patrick Termeus who each had 2 goals. Assisting on the goals were Sydner Aguste, Dave Desormeau, Kemar Richards, and Patrick Termeus. The Owls will now play in the Region XIX Final game at NJIT on Saturday October 31, 2009 at 4:00pm.
Sunday October 25, 2009: Men's Soccer Advances To The Semifinal Round of Playoffs.
The Owls scored a 5-1 win over Sussex County College in the first round of the Region XIX playoff game. Nationally ranked goal scorers Kemar Richards and Patrick Termeus each had 2 goals apiece. Dave Desormeua contributed with a goal and Juan Belanos and Brian Berrara each had an assist. The Owls are now 14-5-1 overall and 10-1-1 in the conference. The will play Brookdale Community College in the Semifinal game on Thursday October 29, 2009 at 2:00pm at Thompson Park in Lincroft, NJ.
Thursday October 22, 2009: The Men Finish With Win
The Owl Soccer Team ended their season with a 1-0 win over Delaware Tech.& Community College. Patrick Termeus,who is ranked 14th NJCAA, scored the only goal of the game to raise the Owls record to 12-5-1 and they will play their first post season game on Sunday October 25, 2009 in Cranford at 1:00pm.
Wednesday October 21,2009: Owl's record win over Manor 4-1.
Owls attepting to manuver the ball
The Soccer Team scored another victory in a rescheduled game against Manor College. Shelson Durleans scored 2 goal while Patrick Termeus and Dave Desormeau each had 1. The Owls are now 11-5-1 overall and 9-1-1 in the conference. They will finish their regular season schedule on Thursday October 22, 2009 at Delaware Tech. Community College. Their first post season playoff game is scheduled for Sunday October 25, 2009 at UCC at 1:00pm.
Thursday October 15, 2009: Owls Improve With Win.
The Owls added another win Thursday over Ocean County College 2-1. Patrick Jean and Shirock Jean Baptiste shared the scoring spotlight. The Owls are now 10-5-1 overall as they head into the last few games of their regular season.
Tuesday October 13, 2009: Owls cruise to Victory.
The Men's Soccer Team picked up another win Tuesday over Sussex County College 7-1. Mike Oppong score 1 goal and Patrick Termeus, Kemar Richards, and Patrick Jean all scored 2 a piece. The Owls will play Thursday October15, 2009 at Ocean County College.
Saturday October 10, 2009: Owls Tied By Jersey Blues.
The Men's Soccer Team had a tremendous game against Brookdale Community College in Lincroft. Patrick Termeus scored the first goal for the Owls ending the first half tied 1-1. In the second half Kemar Richards found the net sending the game into overtime tied at 2. Two 10 minute overtime periods expired leaving the game even at 2 for the final score. The Owls are now 8-5-1 and 6-1-1 in the conference. They will play Tuesday October 13, 2009 in Cranford against Sussex Community College at 3:30pm.
Wednesday October 7, 2009: Men's Soccer Takes Win.
Goal Tender Shelson Dorleans Saves a Corner Kick
The Soccer Team won 5-2 over Bergen Community College. The Owls were positive all game scoring 3 goals in the first half to hold a 3-1 lead. Patrick Termeus score 3 goals, and Mike Oppong and Dave Desumoreau each had one a piece. The Owls are now 8-5 overall and 6-1 in the conference. UCC will travel to Lincroft on Saturday to challenge Brookdale Community College face-off is at 12:00pm
Monday October 5, 2009: Owls End Weekend with a loss.
Jetry Dumont Waits For Pass From Juan Bolanos
The Men played extremely competitive against a very determined Mercer Community College. Mercer held a 1-0 lead at halftime,and after Mercer scored their second goal at the beginning of the second half UCC answered back with 1 goal off the foot of Kemar Richards assisted by Dave Desormeau. The Owls seemed to be building up steam until Mercer scored their 3rd goal and go on to win the conference match 1-3. The Owls are now 7-5 overall and 5-2 in the Conference, and will host Bergen Community College on Wednesday October 7, 2009 at 3:30pm.
Sunday October 4, 2009: Owls Continue Their Winning Weekend.
A Wall Of Owls Blocking The Shot
The Owls hosted Berkeley College in a non conference 7-3 win. Brian Barrera, Josh Mello, Patrick Termeus, Eder Silva, David Goukaev, Kemar Richarsds, Loran Fonseca, and Jetry Dumont all scored a goal. While Brian Barrea recorded 2 assists, and Kemar Richards and Loran Fonseca each assisted on a goal. The Owls are now- 7-4 overall.
Saturday October 3, 2009: Soccer Starts 3 Game Weekend With Win.
The Men played very strong defensively against Camden Community College winning 7-0. Patrick Termeus scored 3 goals, and Mike oppong, Patrick Jean, Sydner Auguste, and Brian Barrea all scored 1 goal each. Assisting on the goals were Kemar Richards 3, Patrick Osei-Frimpong 2, Patrick Jean 1, and Joshua Mello 1. The Owls are now 6-4 and 5-1 in the conference.
Tuesday September 29, 2009: Men Score 1 In Overtime.
Mike Oppong Receives The Ball
The men played a very aggressive game against Passaic County College. At the end of regulation the game was deadlocked at 0. Despite having many shots and opportunities to score, it was not until the second 10 minute overtime period when Patrick Termeus scored for the Owls. Winning their fifth game of the season and raising their record to 5-4 overall, and 4-1 in the Conference. The Owls will play at Camden County College on Saturday October 3,2009 at 12:00pm.
Saturday September 26, 2009: Men's Soccer Captures Win.
Offense Waiting To Capitalize on a Corner Kick
The Men played a very strong game against Gloucester County College winning 2-1. The Owls scoring came in the first half from Sydner Auguste and Patrick Termeus, building a 2-0 lead at halftime. The Owl defense had a great game keeping Gloucester away from the net most of the game, giving up 1 goal with 2 minutes left in the game. The Owls are now 4-4 and will face off against Passaic County Community College on Tuesday September 29, 2009 in Cranford at 3:30 pm.
Thursday September 24, 2009: Soccer Misses by One.
Pedro Sousa receives a pass
The Owls played a strong game against the County College of Morris. CCM took the lead just before the halftime horn sounded to make it 1-0. Two minutes into the second half UCC tied the game when Patrick Osei-Frimpong found the back of the net with the ball. CCM Scored a few minutes later and again UCC responded when Pedro Sousa scored to tie the game at 2. Unfortunately CCM scored once again to make it 3-2 with 10 minutes left in the game dropping the Owls record to 3-4. The Owls will play Gloucester Community College on Saturday September 26, 2009 at home, game time is 12:00pm.
Sunday September 20, 2009: Owls drop game to Essex.
The Men were on the road to compete against Essex County College. Essex controlled the scoring the entire game, leading at halftime 3-0. UCC was scoreless until Louis Florencio found the net with 10 minutes left to play. The final score was 5-1, bringing the Owls record to 3-3. The Owls will challenge The County College of Morris on Thursday September 24, 2009 at 3:30pm in Cranford.
Thursday September 17, 2009: Men Cruise To Shutout Win.
Greg Pogorzelski receives the ball
The Owls cruised to a 8-0 victory over Atlantic Cape College. Dave Desormeau scored 3 goals in the first half with an assist from Brian Berrera, who had 2 goals himself. The Owls were also lead by Gregory Pogorzelski, Luis Espinoza campos, and Kemar Richards all scoring 1 goal each. Kemar and Josue Espinoza recorded 2 assists each while Luis Florenzio assisted on a goal. The Men are now 3-2 and will travel to Essex Community College on Sunday September 20, for a 1:00pm face-off.
Tuesday September 15, 2009: Men Even Record At 2.
The Men’s Soccer Team picked up their second win of the season by defeating Raritan Valley Community College in overtime. After ending the first half even at 0, the Owls came out strong in the second half, scoring early off the foot of Sydner Auguste. Raritan Valley tied the game with 10 minutes left to send the game into overtime. Patrick Osi-Frimpong saved the game when he received a pass from Brian Berrera to win the game for UCC. The Owls are now 2-2 and will face Atlantic Cape College on Thursday September 17 in Cranford at 4:00pm. Tuesday September 8, 2009: Owls Capture First Win.
The Owls Soccer Team played a very strong defensive game today against Drew University JV. UCC scoring was led by Patrick Osi-Frimpong to a 1-0 win in Madison this afternoon. Goal Keeper, Hector Rueda made 4 great saves to help The Owls bring their record to 1 win and 2 losses overall.
Sunday September 6, 2008: Owls Drop Second In A Row On Road Trip.
In a game against Price Georges, UCC opened the scoring with their only goal of the game. A few minutes later Prince George evened the score, and the half ended 1-1. In the second half The Owls were unable to produce as much opportunities that threatened the goal keeper. Ten minutes into the half Prince Georges won another penalty; this time they made no mistake and converted the penalty. Soon after, Prince Georges made it 3-1. UCC could not keep up the pressure that they did in the first half and recorded their second loss of the campaign.
Saturday September 5, 2008: Soccer Teams Starts Season With Loss.
The UCC men’s soccer team kicked off their season in Maryland against Montgomery College and Prince Georges College. Unfortunately, the results were not in our favor as The Owls lost 2-0, and 3-1 respectfully. Against Montgomery College we had many chances, but couldn’t find the back of the net. Montgomery College opened the scoring with a penalty kick in the first half while the UCC outfit was still trying to find their footing. In the second half UCC had many opportunities to equalize, but could not capitalize on their many chances. Montgomery College then sealed the victory late on in the second half, despite of the pressure UCC opposed on them.
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