"That's been our main focus, keeping control of the ball.". Contact reporterColin Gay at cgay@hometownlife.com or248-330-6710. Livonia Stevenson has exceeded head coach Ken Shingledecker's preseason expectations just three weeks into the season, and his senior star Mackenzie Gregor is is a large reason why. Instead of finding feet, there was some selfish play on the ball. Livonia Stevenson Soccer In the fall, Atwood serves as a sort of talent scout for the metro Detroit area, helping the head coach, who came from Midway University in Kentucky and did not know the area and the talent it had on the soccer field when he started prior to the 2017 season. Mroz, who played for the Michigan Jaguars FC leading up to this season, is still uncommitted, but he's receiving recruiting interest from small Division I schools and a few D-IIs. E-Backpack Mail - Click & Scroll to Find Out What's Happening! For Nikki, it was always a goal for her to play college soccer, viewing it as a legitimate shot starting her sophomore year when she made the varsity team. Northville. 48916 Athletic Office Athletic Secretary: Kate Rogula Phone: (734) 744-2660 ext. He can get around pretty much anyone. Nondiscrimination Policy Livonia Public Schools prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. Patton sees a strong track record from the high school that is three miles away. On 5/17, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their home conference game against Franklin (Livonia, MI) by a score of 4-3. I know their experiences and that makes me know what I am getting into.. But Harris came into her senior season knowing what Salem had at its disposal: a group of 14 seniors who had played club soccer together and had a level of chemistry, she said, the Rocks had never had before. Salem. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Looking for fun activities for your child? I never would have imagined all of us getting to play together in college, Verant said. Minutes into the first half, Salem senior defender Leah Courtney hit a deep free kick rising above the head of Stevenson goalkeeper Madison Curtis for the first goal of the game. Wilmoths goal seemed destined as the only score the Spartans needed until Dearborn senior Lila Mozham hit a rocket over the head of freshman goalkeeper Chase Gregor to tie the game. Theres been players in the past, they have scored a lot of goals in high school, didnt always translate in college, Patton said. Contact reporterColin Gay at cgay@hometownlife.com or248-330-6710. 2005 Barbara Redding, Capac To the senior, it felt like yesterday he was trying out for the team, playing for the Spartans as a freshman. Show Caption. Reflecting on the first game, Delaney Millis saw something to build on, something she could work with. But Stevenson isn't overlooking its upcoming slate of games. Hyman served as a womens basketball graduate assistant at Ferris State University after graduating from MSU and then as head coach at Northwood Institute (now University) from 1981-82 when she was only 23 years old through 1985-86. Schedule Roster Jul 1, 2022 @ 12:00am Nearby Soccer Teams Canton Churchill Clarenceville Crestwood She does a lot of the dirty work. Claim your team to manage the roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. From Megan, Nikki Verant heard about Madonnas nursing program, about how close it was to home and about the success the Crusaders had on the soccer field. 3-1. (Playing at Michigan State) was one of the best times, if not the best time, of my life as a youngster. LIVONIA STEVENSON SOCCER ACTIVITIEs ASSOCIATION . On 4/21, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their away conference game against Franklin (Livonia, MI) by a score of 1-0. Claim your team to manage the roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. As a junior, she recorded 46 of her 69 career goals, the second most in school history in a single season, earning first-team All State honors. Dearborn 0 Use this link to access the latest from the SHS Communication Corner. 1991 Diane Laffey, Harper Woods The chemistry is really good and its not like its just a bunch of freshmen and sophomores. More: Churchill soccer stays hot, continues win streak against Dearborn, More: Cast your vote for Hometown Life Prep Athlete of the Week. This group of seniors has always been special, so we just came into our senior year wanting to change the program. Stevenson (11-0-1) showed that dominance Tuesday against Franklin (4-8), securing the Livonia city championship with a 7-0 win against the Patriots. This content is only available to subscribers. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports. 770 Followers. 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On 5/5, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their home conference game against Fordson (Dearborn, MI) by a score of 8-0. 48916 Fax: (734) 744-2828 Athletic Trainer: Erin Pavlovich Nickname: Spartans Colors: Double Blue (Columbia and Navy) and White Football/Soccer Stadium: Lester C. Anders Field (dedicated 1967) SHS Athletics Announcement With head coach Paul Patton at the helm for the past three seasons, Madonna has had a good track record on the soccer field. She then served as an assistant coach at University of Illinois before returning as head coach at Ferris State from 1989-90 through 1994-95. I think it was hard for lots of the players to deal with, even my guys.. Stevenson will next take on Dearborn Fordson on the road 7 p.m. Monday, while Salem will look to continue its unbeaten streak 7 p.m. Tuesday at Hartland. Leaving the parking lot of the Spartans soccer field, it takes five turns through a. EAST LANSING, Mich. March 25 Over the last 27 years, Livonia Stevenson athletic director Lori Hyman has not only led athletic departments at two of Michigans larger high schools but also served as a voice of leadership, education and mentorship for her colleagues statewide. Follow him on Twitter @ColinGay17. Freshmen Corwin Kim (Livonia, Mich./Stevenson HS) and Tanner Warners (Grand Rapids, Mich./Grand Rapids Christian HS) rolled to an 8-2 win at No. Adlai E. Stevenson High School 33500 W. Six Mile Rd. 2020 Nikki Norris, East Lansing You need a team to help you, to help each other, because you need to be able to work together to move the ball and work as a team so you can all be successful.. Its been a really hard week for us, Shingledecker said. Harris reaped the rewards twice, totaling two of Salems three goals in the championship game on assists by Kelsey Zol and Abby Siddall, respectively. Fax: (734) 744-2662. 2022-2023 School Year Hours. Lori has been a leader and pioneer in the world of athletics, and in particular as an advocate for females and girls sports, MHSAA Executive Director Mark Uyl said. Upload it Are you the coach? She has served as a Leadership Training Institute instructor for the Michigan Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (MIAAA) and as a presider and speaker at the MIAAAs annual conference. About 5 minutes later, Mroz smashed in a rebound after Adam Alaouieh'sshot was blocked. Band-O-Rama (in Comp Gym), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Member schools which enforce these rules are permitted to participate in MHSAA tournaments, which attract more than 1.4 million spectators each year. No matter what the Rocks seemed to do on the soccer field winning 16 games through her freshman and sophomore seasons, including three playoff wins the group always seemed to play second-fiddle to the other two schools in Plymouth-Canton Educational Park. We know whats coming.. In front of the goal, he's as good as they come. . That was key.. Sometimes, they know whats right and whats not, and it was hard for them. She received her certified master athletic administrator designation from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) in 2006. 2001 Suzanne Martin, East Lansing When we got rolling there about 10 minutes in, we were really sharp, Shingledecker said. Blood Drive (in Comp Gym), 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 2002 Susan Barthold, Kentwood Explore the benefits. The Spartans (6-2, 6-1) want to win their fourth-straight Kensington Lakes Activities Association-East championship. Attention current SHS juniors, this is your chance to learn about an excellent opportunity available to you next school year. Salem and Stevenson now have a good idea of where each of them stands near the halfway point in the season. I was drawn to Oakland by the amazing coaching staff and the wonderful atmosphere of the team, as well as the incredible campus and . 497th. She also is a graduate of Stevenson High School and continued her education and basketball careers at Michigan State University, then served as a womens college basketball coach over 17 seasons before transitioning into school sports administration in 1995. "He's an elite ball striker. Courtneys goal was answered 10 minutes later with a bomb by senior mid Kiera Trumbull from the 25-yard line, giving Salem the two-goal lead early. For Abby Werthman, Madonna soccer is family tradition. But the wind favored the Rocks (7-0-2), keeping their undefeated streak alive with a 3-1 win against the previously unbeaten Spartans (4-1-2). Michigan High School Athletic Association 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823 Office 517-332-5046 Fax 517-332-4071 info@mhsaa.com Phone: (734) 744-2660. If we can mercy in districts, that would be fantastic.. The MHSAA is a private, not-for-profit corporation of voluntary membership by more than 1,500 public and private senior high schools and junior high/middle schools which exists to develop common rules for athletic eligibility and competition. Michigan High School Athletic Association 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823 Office 517-332-5046 Fax 517-332-4071 info@mhsaa.com Everyones given a contribution along the line here. He says he tells his players if Madonna is interested, passing information along to Patton and the Crusaders coaching staff, but then takes a back seat, waiting to see what decision is made. Past recipients are: Spartans Got Talent (in PAC), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hyman is in her 22nd year at Stevenson after previously serving her first five as an athletic director at Dexter. However, the ball hit Franklin goalkeeper Eric Polzins body to keep the Patriots deficit at three at the end of the first half. As a senior, Millis is hungry to achieve what she felt she lost out on as a junior: a significant chance at a state title. Livonia, MI 48152. Contact reporter Colin Gay at cgay@hometownlife.com or 248 . Apply today! Facing old coach, Mori Miller, Birmingham Groves boys soccer blank rival Seaholm, PHOTOS: Birmingham Groves boys soccer at Birmingham Seaholm, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. But the. Follow him on Twitter @ColinGay17. 2019 rank. Author: Kozler Created Date: Media. 2004 Kathy Vruggink Westdorp, Grand Rapids Heading into Livonia Stevensons first game of the 2021 season the teams first game since June 4, 2019 head coach Ken Shingledecker didnt really know what to expect. 2006 Melanie Miller, Lansing Just over eight minutes into the second half, junior forward Katelyn Wilmoth took a pass from junior defender Gabriella Sapia, setting herself in the middle of the field and connecting on the first goal of the 2021 season. Novi Ice Arena, Nick Lidstrom Drive, Novi, MI, USA. On 5/10, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their away conference game against Belleville (MI) by a score of 2-1. Contact: Geoff Kimmerly "But you've got to take care of your business, and that's all we can control at this point, winning the games in front of us.". Unlike the Werthman sisters, Nikki Verant has never had the chance to play on the same team as her sister, Megan. "We're just passing a lot more and moving the ball a lot better," said Mroz, who scored twice at Franklin. 2 doubles. 2016 Betty Wroubel, Pontiac Shingledecker knows the grind of a schedule Stevenson is about to embark on. Livonia Stevenson Athletic Director Hyman Selected for 2022 MHSAA Women In Sports Leadership Award, Michigan High School Athletic Association, 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823. 1995 Jane Bennett, Ann Arbor With the conference championship game looming, Shingledecker knows this is a matchup that could happen again. Churchill soccer stays hot, continues win streak against Dearborn, Cast your vote for Hometown Life Prep Athlete of the Week, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. South Lyon freshman, senior show team's present, future after state wrestling performances, Reigning state girls soccer champions Novi has lofty expectations in 2021, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. However, from the moment that Nikki Verant and Abby Werthman join the team officially, there is almost an expectation that they both will feel right at home from the start. Through 12 games, Stevenson has outscored opponents 67-6, recorded eight shutouts and earned a No. Very composed with the ability to bury that one.. Hyman has hosted a multitude of MHSAA Tournament events while at both Dexter and Stevenson and has served on the MHSAAs girls tennis, girls basketball and boys basketball committees. Tweets & replies. It really didnt have to look that pretty. Its that energy, and it becomes infectious., More:Plymouth lacrosse's Zoe Weber sets aside lymphoma fight for normal senior night. SHS Daily Schedule / School Hours; SHS Calendar 2022-23; Staff Announcement Submissions; . Stevenson Athletic Schedules Index All information is accurate as of posting, but subject to change. Leading the team with 15 goals, Bunda is one of three players, along with Alaouieh and senior forward Nick Lema, to record double-digit goal totals for the Spartans so far this season. On 4/28, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their home conference game against Churchill (Livonia, MI) by a score of 7-0. Jackson Early Childhood Center has an urgent need for childcare workers. LIVONIA STEVENSON HIGH SCHOOL SPARTANS 2020 VARSITY and JV SOCCER. Striving for Excellence; Learning for Life, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Emma knew that Abby would really shine at Madonna. Hyman will receive the Women In Sports Leadership Award during the MHSAA Division 1 Girls Basketball Final on March 19 at Michigan States Breslin Center. 12 talking about this. Spring Stevenson Spartans Varsity Girls Soccer Season, Missing Score - Stevenson @ Wayne Memorial. More:Bench-clearing fight defines Stevenson soccer's opening win . We are really flying by the seat of our pants here, and the girls really battled hard.. 2023 www.hometownlife.com. He's a good passer of the ball. Hyman is a 1975 graduate of Livonia Stevenson, where she also played softball and competed in track & field. Heading into Friday nights game against Livonia Stevenson, the wind at Plymouth-Canton Educational Parks varsity field did not allow that to happen as much as Karns would have liked. But Tuesday night, he was just thankful to take the field with a group that had not been able to in 21 months. Right away, we knew how to work well together and a lot of people dont get to do that, Megan Verant said. 2009 Gail Ganakas, Flint; Deb VanKuiken, Holly Heading into the championship game, the Spartans carried four seniors. That is why he said there are players in the 2021 and 2022 classes that he has an eye on for future roster spots. Its a lot of seniors. 2007 Jan Sander, Warren Woods 2017 Dottie Davis, Ann Arbor Salem forward Macayla Harris one of 14 seniors on the roster took a pass in transition, beating a Spartan defender one-on-one while stepping over the Stevenson goalkeeper, tapping it in for the Rocks third goal of the day. Stevenson 4 Churchill 0 Final Box Score Jan 19, 2023 @ 2:12am 6-0 (W) Stevenson vs. Dearborn On 4/7, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their home conference game against Dearborn (MI) by a score of 6-0. Theres a little familiarity.. She creates a lot of problems just with her athleticism and her work rate. Send game results and stats to Liv-Sports@hometownlife.com. For some Livonia Stevenson girls soccer players, their past and future are separated by three miles. Especially with them still chasing Fordson in the standings. Athletic Director: Phone: (734) 744-2660, ext. Stevenson Soccer Roster 2022-23 Players (32) Staff (0) Do you have a team photo? Its been a passion of mine, every aspect. But the fact that we do, I think it makes us a better team.. Instead of feeling the weight of an undefeated season each time she steps on the field, she simplified it to playing the game she loves with her best friends for 80 minutes each day. Nearly 24 minutes into the game, Salems (14-0-3) offense was off and running, beating Stevenson (11-2-2), 3-0, for its first conference championship in 34 years. April 8, 2022 at 12:32 a.m. Dearborn High headed to Livonia Stevenson on Thursday, April 7 for a KLAA East matchup. But to her, the decision came down to one main factor. We dont want to be seen as the underdog anymore, Harris said. But taking the field, taking on area rival Livonia Franklin, he was comfortable. Over the course of the past few games, he said his team has started to form, looking to the Spartans 6-0 win against Dearborn as an example of what this group can be. These guys, they just play very clean and its very hard to stay focused some of these games have been lopsided but they are very disciplined. 15, Schools of Choice Applications Now Open for Incoming Grades K-6. 1992 Patricia Ashby, Scotts In the spring, Atwood is a first-hand witness to the recruiting hotbed he considers to be Michigan high school girls soccer. 2023 . On 5/19, the Stevenson varsity soccer team won their away conference game against Glenn (Westland, MI) by a score of 9-0. Harris knows winning helps too: having outscored opponents 55-3 in 17 regular season games while recording 14 shutouts. When she left coaching basketball to work as an AD, it was an incredible victory for kids in our state. Help this team get started or use the top navigation to find past season schedules, scores, rosters and more. Soccer - Stevenson High School Soccer Team Information Schedule Tryout Information Records/History Program Overview Head Coach Bio Team Information Cut/No-Cut Sport? In addition to her vast school sports responsibilities and contributions, Hyman has volunteered with Special Olympics, Livonias Newburg United Methodist Church and Rotary Club. Salem will open its 2021 playoff run with a first-round bye, and is scheduled to face either Plymouth or John Glenn in the District 11 semifinal 7 p.m. June 2 at Livonia Franklin. Michigan High School Athletic Association 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823 Office 517-332-5046 Fax 517-332-4071 info@mhsaa.com 2015 Jean LaClair, Bronson Check out these flyers from various community organizations for some fun options! 1 seed University of Northwestern Ohio in the WHAC tournament semifinal. For Shingledecker, hes happy all of his players are back in some capacity, losing five players in the first week and another five in the second week of play. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status - Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. He knows that districts is a different animal than the regular season, with teams coming out with the fuel knowing it could be the last time they take the field in 2020. She also has spoken at the MHSAAs Women In Sports Leadership Conference. Michigan rank. 2013 Barbara Beckett, Traverse City Stevenson will play the winner of Northville and South Lyon in the District 8 semifinal 7 p.m. June 1 at Tom Holzer Field in Northville. Newsletters on topics that interest you most. After three days of tryouts and only two practices, the Spartans took the field against Dearborn short-handed after five players were held out due to COVID-19 protocols, leaving the head coach without certainty of what he was going to see. Its been a long time coming, Salem head coach Kyle Karns said. More: Canton Soccer Club cancels Canton Cup, hopes for partial summer season, More: Livonia Stevenson's Emily Morris signs to bowl in college. What we think is that Abby will come in and start scoring goals immediately as a freshman.. If you know who the head coach is, invite them to join MaxPreps so they can manage the team's roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. The Crusaders have won 38 of their 55 games, finishing fifth in the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference and losing to No. 2023 www.hometownlife.com. Senior defender Caleb Peters had a chance at giving Stevenson a four-goal first half on a penalty kick, after being tackled on an one-on-one fast break near the right corner. Shingledecker prides his program on that sense of preparedness, saying that with the high level Stevenson plays at, his players are, historically, more comfortable more quickly at the college level. Megan Verant said she expects chemistry between the two of them from the moment they step onto the field for the first time together, saying that they had been training for the upcoming season together at home. Bunda quickly followed with his second goal of the game off a find from junior forward Adriano Troiani. Nikki Verant was sad when she did not get to play her senior season at Stevenson. Tragge knows what is coming for Stevenson. 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