Sweet Sixteen lineup comprised of familiar names
Maria Burns OrtizThe men's soccer NCAA tournament has seen some minor upsets, but for the most part the traditional powers have reached the Sweet Sixteen, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009Vetting the contenders (and others) for the Cup
Maria Burns OrtizOn the cusp of this year's men's College Cup, Akron has to be considered the favorite. But don't overlook a hardened Maryland team or locals North Carolina and Wake Forest, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009Title is true goal for 18-0 Akron
Maria Burns OrtizCaleb Porter played for an Indiana team that went undefeated in the regular season, then failed to win a national championship. Now the coach at Akron, Porter is trying to keep his 18-0 Zips focused on the ultimate prize: the College Cup.
Story | Conversation | November 12, 2009McVea embraces leadership role
Maria Burns OrtizLoyola College has failed to live up to the lofty expectations precipitated by a strong campaign one year ago. But if anyone can lead his team through a difficult period, it's captain Tennant McVea.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2009Monmouth building on last season's disappointment
Maria Burns OrtizThe undefeated Monmouth Hawks know all too well that a stellar regular season can quickly morph into postseason disappointment, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2009Small programs face make-or-break games early
Maria Burns OrtizIt's early in the season, but for small programs hoping to reach the NCAA tournament, it's already make-or-break time, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009Maryland looks like the favorite for the College Cup
Maria Burns OrtizWith the 2009 college season nearing kickoff, defending champion Maryland still looks like the cream of the crop, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | August 15, 2009Tracy adds Hermann to lengthy list of accolades
Maria Burns OrtizWake Forest and Marcus Tracy missed out on a repeat national title, but the senior forward can take solace in winning the Hermann Trophy, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | January 09, 2009Buckeyes overcome adversity to advance
Maria Burns OrtizLast year's College Cup runner-up, Ohio State, needed to overcome internal strife to progress in the tourney, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | November 24, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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