These Babson and Springfield squads need to work on some passing. Geez...they wonder why they don't score much.  They can't keep the ball.

I think two of the biggest problems for the Beavers are the loss of the head assistant Groves(went to Brown) and their direct style of play. It appears that possession style players were recruited and are being forced to play a different way. It really looks like glorified high school soccer.  Maybe the new assistant coach recruited players that like to play a direct boom-ball style.

Quote from: TyWebb on September 05, 2018, 01:38:52 PM

Quote from: Mr.Right on September 05, 2018, 01:10:29 PM
Yes I forgot I knew they struggled last year but forgot they missed NEWMAC Playoffs which is obviously even worse. Noah Parker is a legit player. Yes injuries are different than being benched but I am sure there has to be a couple players from last year that have been benched. If Anderson cleaned house that is a good thing. This program has been faltering since Anderson's son graduated. I know they brought in a decent class this year so even if these guys are injured if these Frosh play well here then these injured players might find it more difficult to get back on the field. Also, Anderson has always carried a MONSTER roster so if he cleaned house he must have cut a ton of kids? Info on this?

There were eleven non-senior players from last year who are not on this year's squad. I think their departure was a mixture of personal choice, told their playing time would be limited or cut. I honestly don't know which players fell into what category. I don't believe any upperclassmen who return with significant experience are playing behind a freshman. Fromhein a senior played a decent amount as the backup forward this past weekend behind Crompton who is a junior who also played a lot last year. One other player with a fair amount of experience is Beaulieu (M/outside back) who is injured and was not dressed for the two PA matches.

The Beavers seem to be in some sort of rebuilding or reorg situation.  A new coach last year and a lot of freshman starting and playing this year over established players. Hopefully they figure it out before it's too late.

Quote from: blooter442 on August 31, 2018, 07:27:15 PM
Dickinson holds Babson to a 1-1 draw. Not a bad result for the Beavers in PA but they will be disappointed to not get the W after leading for so much of the game.

Brandeis starting two freshmen tonight. Brandeis has probably just shaded overall play to this point but the Couchot brothers can certainly play. Gulls having the most joy down the flanks without really getting into any dangerous areas.

Springfield and Babson was an interesting team.  In my opinion, Springfield was stronger and more athletic.  When Babson kept the ball on the floor, looked like the better team.  Boy does Springfield like to kick the ball!