DePauw University Men’s Soccer TIGER WEEKLY September 11, 2013 TIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWO TIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWO TIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWO Week 2 of the young season was a busy one for the Tigers with three home matches. Franklin, Earlham and Rose-Hulman each made the trip to Boswell only to be sent off one-by-one in defeat. DePauw’s quick 5-0 start is the team’s best since 2010. In five outings, the defense has allowed only one goal. Equally impressive offensively, the group has outscored opponents 14-1 with a cur- rent SOG percentage of .587. The JV team took to the field on September 7 against Rose-Hulman and brought home a tie, maintaining their multi-year unbeaten streak. Notable: The 2013 team settles into games early. In three of their five match-ups, the Tigers have nicked their opponents for a goal within the first 10 minutes. But they like to close strong, as well. Four times they have scored in the last 12 minutes of the game. Teamwork is key for the Tigers, who have used 12 assists in scoring their 14 goals. Freshman Mitch Tabler scored his first collegiate goal against Earlham on a double assist from George Elliott and Andy Morrison. Opp G GA Sh SOG Sa Fo Co YC RC Franklin 2 0 21 10 3 9 13 1 0 Earlham 2 0 20 13 4 7 4 1 0 Rose-Hulman 2 0 9 5 4 7 5 1 0 Total to date 14 1 75 44 14 40 23 5 0 (game summaries on pages 2 and 3) DePauw Goalkeeper Pezzuto Named NCAC Player of the Week Junior goalkeeper Jake Pezzuto from St Charles, IL has been named NCAC Player of the Week after leading the Tigers to three victories in the past week. All three of the wins came as shutouts. The Tigers bested Franklin College, Earlham College and Rose-Hulman, each by the score of 2-0. Pezzuto had 11 saves for the week. In the 2013 season, his first as starter, he has allowed only one goal and has produced four shutouts. DePauw currently stands at 5-0 atop the NCAC non-conference leaderboard and has outscored opponents 14-1. Commenting on the effort, Pezzuto defers credit to the team as a whole and to his fellow defenders, saying, “The way we defend starts from the top with our forwards applying pressure and making play predictable. This allows everyone else to accomplish their defensive roles. Looking at the games this week, our success came from our defend- ers shutting down the other team’s attack and pressuring opponent’s shots.” While the quick start and the accolades have been enjoyable, Pezzuto cautions that no one should get carried away, “It’s important to take things one game at a time and not to get too hyped up over our early success. It’s a long season, but we’ve taken a good first step on the journey.”
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TIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWOTIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWOTIGERS ROAR IN WEEK TWO
Week 2 of the young season was a busy one for the Tigers with three home matches. Franklin,
Earlham and Rose-Hulman each made the trip to Boswell only to be sent off one-by-one in defeat.
DePauw’s quick 5-0 start is the team’s best since 2010. In five outings, the defense has allowed
only one goal. Equally impressive offensively, the group has outscored opponents 14-1 with a cur-
rent SOG percentage of .587. The JV team took to the field on September 7 against Rose-Hulman
and brought home a tie, maintaining their multi-year unbeaten streak.
Notable: The 2013 team settles into games early. In three of their five match-ups, the Tigers have
nicked their opponents for a goal within the first 10 minutes. But they like to close strong, as well.
Four times they have scored in the last 12 minutes of the game. Teamwork is key for the Tigers,
who have used 12 assists in scoring their 14 goals. Freshman Mitch Tabler scored his first collegiate
goal against Earlham on a double assist from George Elliott and Andy Morrison.
DePauw Goalkeeper Pezzuto Named NCAC Player of the Week
Junior goalkeeper Jake Pezzuto from St Charles, IL has been named
NCAC Player of the Week after leading the Tigers to three victories in
the past week. All three of the wins came as shutouts.
The Tigers bested Franklin College, Earlham College and Rose-Hulman,
each by the score of 2-0. Pezzuto had 11 saves for the week. In the
2013 season, his first as starter, he has allowed only one goal and has
produced four shutouts. DePauw currently stands at 5-0 atop the NCAC
non-conference leaderboard and has outscored opponents 14-1.
Commenting on the effort, Pezzuto defers credit to the team as a whole
and to his fellow defenders, saying, “The way we defend starts from the
top with our forwards applying pressure and making play predictable. This allows everyone else to
accomplish their defensive roles. Looking at the games this week, our success came from our defend-
ers shutting down the other team’s attack and pressuring opponent’s shots.”
While the quick start and the accolades have been enjoyable, Pezzuto cautions that no one should
get carried away, “It’s important to take things one game at a time and not to get too hyped up over
our early success. It’s a long season, but we’ve taken a good first step on the journey.”
DePauw vs. Earlham College
2-0 The Quakers rolled into Greencastle
on a hot and steamy Saturday afternoon,
bringing a physical and international style
of play.
No matter. The Tigers settled into
their game plan and went to work.
Though there was no scoring in the first
half, DePauw quickly served notice of
their intention to keep the Earlham goal-
keeper busy, firing off eight shots and
three corner kicks in the first half. On
the other side of the ball, the Quakers
managed a single shot and two corners in
the period.
The Tigers found their first goal on a
beautiful shot from Adrian Ables assisted
by George Elliott in the 52nd minute.
DePauw’s second goal came in the 84th
minute on a crossing ball in from Andy
Morrison to freshman Mitch Tabler, who
uncorked his first collegiate goal. Says
Tabler, “The goal was awesome but
would have been nothing without Andy
Morrison. He dribbled past the defend-
ers and slotted it to me in front of the
goal. I just had to tap it in.”
DePauw outshot the Quakers 20-4
and held an edge in corners at 4-3. The
DePauw defense remained stout in the
contest, earning their third shutout of the
season. Nick Williams, the only Tiger
returning defensive starter, believes hard
work and confidence in each other have
helped with the defensive transition. He
comments, “Playing with all new starters
has been great as each one brings some-
thing new to the table. All the pieces in
the back fit together really well. We’ve
been able to gel through communication
and confidence in one another through
these early games.”
Grizzlies bow to TigersGrizzlies bow to TigersGrizzlies bow to Tigers
Adrian Ables bends a ball past oncoming defenders and the stingy Earlham goalkeep-er for the Tigers first goal of the match.
Freshman Mitch Tabler nets his first collegiate goal.
DePauw vs. Franklin College
2-0 George Elliott served early notice that he
had come loaded for bear against the
Franklin Grizzlies. The senior midfielder
took a ball from Andy Morrison in the
fourth minute and put it in the back of
the net for the game-winning goal.
A stunned Franklin team never truly
recovered, as the Tigers dominated the
Grizzlies in shots (21-3) and corner kicks
(13-0).
In spite of controlling all statistical as-
pects of the game, the Tigers were unable
to get a second ball into the net until
Alieu Musa bookended Elliott’s goal with
a second in the 87th minute. The play,
says Musa, started when Mitch Reavis
won the ball in the middle, playing it
down the right sideline to Andy Morri-
son. Morrison then beat his defender
and slotted the ball in. Musa explains,
“Freshman Zach Hoffman picked up the
progression and moved the ball neatly
across the top of the 18. I ran on to put
it in the back of the net.”
“The score does not say so, but we
had control most of the game,” says Mu-
sa. “We had chances we need to finish,
but we got the result and kept a clean
sheet. It is evident that over the last few
games, our understanding of each player’s
attributes on the field has been getting
better and better,” Musa adds.
Goalkeeper Jake Pezzuto earned his
second shutout of the season and had
three saves on the night.
Alieu Musa and Zach Hoffman ready to celebrate their collaboration on a last minute Tiger goal.
The sun set early on the Franklin Grizzlies last Wednesday. Franklin defenders give chase to midfielder George Elliott who scored the game winner in the fourth minute.
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The DePauw Junior Varsity
took the field for their first
outing last Sunday in a contest
against their counterparts at
Rose-Hulman. While most
teams choose not to field a
reserve team, at DePauw it is
an important piece of the de-
velopment strategy. JV Coach
Craig Hendry explains, “The JV
season helps expose players to
the DePauw formation and
system. The opportunity helps
accelerate player development
and their understanding of
how we play.”
In fact, seven of eleven
starters in the Centre game
had developed their skills and
knowledge of the DePauw
style of play through past par-
ticipation on the Reserve
squad.
The Sunday match-up start-
ed fairly evenly, until DePauw
found their footing and started
to exert some sustained pres-
sure. Nathan Conviser broke
through on a double assist
from Michael DeOliveira and
Mark Weiss to give the Tigers
a 1-0 lead, firing the shot in
just under the crossbar.
The second half turned into
more of a back and forth affair,
as Rose-Hulman broke
through and created one or
two opportunities.
The game remained in the
hands of the Tigers however,
until a defensive lapse in the
last 90 seconds allowed the
Engineers to score on a long
throw-in. “We failed to stop
the near post flick on the
throw and then didn’t defend
well enough at the back post,”
commented Hendry. “To be
fair to Rose, they battled hard
and on the balance of play
probably merited the draw.”
Logan Cash, Jake Hulewicz,
and Mark Weiss served as cap-
tains for the contest.
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Tigers design victory over EngineersTigers design victory over EngineersTigers design victory over Engineers
Julian Gonzalez notches his fourth goal of the season against the Engineers.
Defender Nick Williams steps in to win a ball. The Tigers have four shutouts on the season
Nathan Conviser eyeballs the shot that will find the back of the net for DePauw.
An Engineer gives chase as Michael DeOliveira controls the ball and looks for an op-portunity.
Tiger Insider
#12 Jacob Hulewicz
Senior
Hometown: Elkhart, IN
Major/minor: Biochemistry
Why DPU: A combination of location, academ-
ics, beautiful campus and soccer were all decid-
ing factors.
Life after DePauw: I plan to apply to both
medical school and grad school with plans to get
a masters or PhD.
Thoughts on 2013 team: This team has a lot
of depth that many others do not.
Gained from DPU: Not only has the program
made me a better player, it has given me some
of the best friends I will ever have the chance to
know.
Game day rituals: I tend to listen to music.
#21 Brandon Johnson
Senior
Hometown: Lexington, KY
Major: Communications
Why DePauw: I chose DePauw for the great
education and the small size. Also the people
are outgoing and easy to get along with.
Life after DePauw: Medical device sales rep,
hopefully with soccer league on the side!
Thoughts on 2013 team: The most talented
team I have seen at DePauw. Great depth in
every position, close like a family and great team
chemistry. Coach Hauter has developed this
program perfectly and has molded us together
to give us the best chance we can have at win-
ning a national championship this year.
Gained from DPU soccer: Be competitive
and never give up. I started at the bottom and
struggled and have had many highs and lows in
life. I couldn’t have gotten through it without
teammates, friends, family and coaches. Never
give up!
Game day rituals: I listen to upbeat music
with my headphones and visualize the game.
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“De Pauwty Bus” Wins RV Name Game
Yes folks, we have a winner! When the dust settled around the tailgate last Sat-
urday and the votes were tallied, De Pauwty Bus was the landslide choice of
players, fans and families for the DePauw Soccer RV. The winning idea was sub-
mitted via Twitter by @depauwsoccer follower @broadwaydoug. Congrats
to Doug for his clever idea. A Tiger soccer scarf will be put in the mail as his
rightful reward.
Props go out to all the entrants. See the top five ideas below:
De Pauwty Bus
The Cub Cadet
Tiger Tailgater
The Champion Ship
The Braggin’ Wagon
Tiger Up! Players, friends and family gather for the traditional post-game tail-gate under the shade of the De Pauwty Bus!
12th MAN PAGE
The Home of DePauw Men’s Soccer Alums Everywhere
Where Are They Now? With Nick Noel ‘07
Nick Noel ‘07 lives in Fishers, Indiana. Married to Erin, the woman of his dreams, he works
at Lawrence North High School as a teacher and head coach of boy’s soccer. He plays basket-
ball, golf and loves reading good books. By any measure, his life is happy, full and successful.
Yet he still misses it. Seven years after he last played on Boswell Field, Noel still misses the
thrill of playing soccer for DePauw. “I miss being part of a team and preparing for games. I
miss going through the ups and downs of the season as a player. I hated two-a-days and run-
ning when I was playing but I miss them like crazy now. Funny how that works,” he says.
As much as he loves his alma mater, DePauw was not Noel’s first choice. He spent the
first two years of his college career at Ohio Wesleyan, lured by the school’s powerhouse soc-
cer reputation. But something didn’t click and Noel transferred to DePauw in 2005 for his
junior season. His impact on the program was swift and positive. Though he played only two
years at DePauw, you can find his name on the All Time Single Season Scorer’s list for both
2005 and 2006, as well as on the All Time Single Season Assists list for 2006. Noel notched 28
goals and 17 assists in his time at DePauw and was decorated as an ESPN The Magazine Aca-
demic All-American, as well as SCAC Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year and two-
time Great Lakes All-Region honoree. During his tenure at DePauw the team went 22-11-2.
Noel’s favorite Tigers soccer memory comes from a senior-year match with Centre Col-
lege, played in the hostile environment of Centre’s Alumni Weekend on a Saturday night. Noel
sets the scene like this, “DePauw had won the rivalry for seven years in a row and Centre was determined to break our streak.
We went down to 10 men early in the first half, but we were able to pull off the 2-1 victory in their hostile home environment.
It was a great team win!”
The experience of playing at DePauw has had a lasting impact on Noel’s life. “My time at DePauw was special. I wish it had
been four years instead of two. DePauw soccer taught me the value of teamwork and collaboration, competitive desire and
having fun. As a captain my senior year, I was able to become a leader. I’ve taken many leadership positions as a result of gain-
ing confidence through DPU soccer.”
These days, Noel uses those values he learned at DePauw in his position at Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis.
“Every day is a new opportunity to improve my craft as a teacher and a coach. Staying involved in the game of soccer is my
passion. I love watching, playing and coaching the beautiful game at any level.”
For those considering a coaching career, Noel advises that the experience is different on the other side of the clipboard.
“Coaching is not like playing. There is a lot of preparation if you want to be successful. You have to train strong leaders and
teach your players how to compete with passion in a team environment.” he comments. Still, he says, the rewards are great.
“Being able to mold young athletes into a team is my greatest joy in coaching. Looking back on a season and realizing the pro-
gress the players have made on and off the field is why I do what I do.”
Dear Alumni ...You can #CANC with @depauwsoccer this season! Those who follow the Tigers on Twitter have probably noticed the players using #CANC when tweeting about De-
Pauw soccer. The hashtag stands for “Chasing A National Championship” and was initiated by senior Ben Hazen last
summer. Explains Hazen, “ We are so talented and so experienced, we feel it is our championship this year. I wanted
a team hashtag motto for Twitter. #CANC keeps us focused. We want as many people as possible to use it.”
Some alumni have already adopted the hashtag. All should feel free to use it when tweeting to or about
@DePauw soccer! Let us hear you loud and proud.
Want to chat about Tigers soccer? Twitter: @depauwsoccer
