News (Page 31)
Mustangs Fall Just Short Against NAIA #3 Cornerstone
DETROIT, Mich.-The Mustangs hosted the NAIA’s #3 team in the nation Saturday afternoon before matinee crowd primed for an upset. The (3-7) Mustangs, came into the game hungry for a statement win that would establish the team has arrived and is here to stay. The Mustangs proved they were up to the challenge against the 3rd ranked Golden Eagles by taking a quick 13-5 lead five minutes into the game….
Cardinals Pull Away Late, Top Mustangs 91-76
ANN ARBOR, Mich.-The Mustangs were sent in to battle Wednesday evening with an improved Concordia Cardinal squad. Both teams looked to right the ship after coming off loses their last time out. Holding a double-digit lead in the first half, the Mustangs seemed to be in control of the matchup between the two NAIA foes. However, a late Cardinal run before the half was enough to even the score at…
Indoor Track Competes In First Event
FINDLAY, Ohio-They’re off and running! The new men’s and women’s track & field teams at Marygrove College got a taste of their first intercollegiate competition with a trip to NCAA Division 2 University of Findlay for their annual Oiler Open. Women’s Recap Crystal Macon, a freshman from Clinton Twp., Michigan, showcased the best results for the women in the inaugural track & field event for the Mustangs this past Saturday…
…And They’re Off!
FINDLAY, Ohio-They’re off and running! The new men’s and women’s track & field teams at Marygrove College got a taste of their first intercollegiate competition with a trip to NCAA Division 2 University of Findlay for their annual Oiler Open. Men’s Recap Highlighting the first track action in Mustang history was Daryl Rouse. The field event specialist placed 5th overall in the triple jump with a 12.01m effort. The distance…
Mustangs Stumble Late Against Cougars
SPRING ARBOR, Mich.-The Lady Mustangs were clipped by the Cougars of Spring Arbor by a 72-57 tally in Spring Arbor Wednesday evening. The Cougars balanced attack proved to be enough to pull away from the Mustangs late. After only trailing by one possession at the half (30-27), the Mustangs went into the break poised to take the road NAIA victory back to Detroit. After the intermission, the host Cougars distributed…
Circle City Woes
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.-The Mustangs (1-7) dropped a pair of games at the 2010 UIndy Classic on the campus of the University of Indianapolis. Both games were played against highly respected NCAA Division II programs. Day One Marygrove v. #7 University of Indianapolis (NCAA D2) The host Greyhounds were too much for a younger, smaller Mustang squad in a 121-40 rout. The Greyhounds, NCAA Division II #7 in the country, played at…
Mustangs Dominate Cougars, 90-45
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-On Saturday, the Mustangs traveled to Michigan’s west side to take on the upstart Cougars of Kuyper College. The matinee matchup quickly favored the Mustangs and their superior athletic ability as the team from the Motor City held a 23-point halftime lead with a 46-23 tally on the scoreboard. Playing a well-balanced game, the Mustangs committed a season low three turnovers at the half while shooting over 50%…
Mustangs Drop Road Tilt at Wayne State
DETROIT, Mich.-The Mustangs nightmare schedule of NCAA D1 & D2 opponents is over – the Mustangs can now reflect and take away a lot from their unparalleled tough schedule to begin the season. In a 117-61 loss, few would understand that positives can be drawn from the contest. You can. The Mustangs tough schedule to open the 2010-11 season should prove to be a catalyst for success later this season….
Foley Standouts Join Mustangs: Amber Williamson
DETROIT, MI–Amber Williamson was second to sign during the gathering held at Bishop Foley High School. The signing will pair her with longtime teammate Sarah Kator four more years. Assistant Coach Jim Stachura was in attendance to sign the uber-athletic Williamson to a letter of intent. Williamson, a hard-nosed forward and varsity captain, signs with Marygrove with a wealth of soccer knowledge and experience. Like Kator, her 14 years of…
Wolves Top Mustangs, 68-48
DEARBORN, Mich.-On Tuesday, the Mustangs fell to 1-5 on the young season with a 68-48 loss at UofM-Dearborn. Keara Marks (Detroit, Mich./Renaissance) was once again the leader for the Mustangs with 15 points. The Mustangs shot 28% on the evening compared to the Wolves 43% effort. Couple that with 23 missed buckets in the paint and unfortunately it’s a recipe for a tough loss on the road. After taking a…