ST. Joes Goal scored by Gus Ford a 2020 USC All American and Maine's Gatorade player of the year! An important class  for the monks to regain the top spot in the GNAC

Saint Joseph's College (Maine) won the NE Cup, their spring tournament, against Gordon College and University of New England. Thomas College (ME) was expected to be involved as well but backed out. First appearance for newly appointed head coach, Will Pike had to of gone exactly how he wished. With plenty of impact players returning and a new head coach thats been on the staff for 5 years it seems things have transitioned well after losing their program changing senior class. This should be the year SJC either makes their big impression on other top programs that they are here to stay with reinforcements for those seniors or that they take a step back.

St.Josephs(ME) picks right back up where they left off last year beating Gordon on Friday 3-0 and a late winner to top Endicott 1-0. Endicott attack was very direct and had no real intent to change their attack even as Blake Mullen soared to grab every aerial ball they put into the box. They return to action Tuesday vs in state rival Husson at 7PM for their home opener. If Endicott can't find a more fluid dynamic attack the high aspirations attatched to this years team seem unattainable.

UMASS Boston will also be playing St.Joes (ME) in a friendly on 8/24 as St.Joes first test after their pre-season trip to Bermuda.

Blooter, Thanks for that haha Think I just got  little over excited  Enjoy the final four I know I can't wait to watch some great soccer!

United Soccer Coaches released their coaching staffs of the year today, and it is great to see St.Joes (Maine) coaching staff recognized for the incredible season they put together. Seeing first hand as I'm sure is consistent among all our favorite programs is a head coach that is uniquely driven to create an environment that is supportive, competitive, and most importantly professional. The way Coach Adrian Dubois has flipped this program is incredible as seen in the dramatic increase in wins, accolades, etc., but what he's done to provide an incredible support system for his players goes unnoticed. It is truly a family environment that is set up to support every player academically, socially, and athletically and this award for the entire staff stretches far beyond their guidance on the field. Congrats Coach Dubois and the rest of the Monks coaching staff!


Here is the press release by the Monks SID: http://www.gomonks.com/sports/msoc/2017-18/releases/20171128q5dy9n

United Soccer Coaches released their coaching staffs of the year today, and it is great to see St.Joes (Maine) coaching staff recognized for the incredible season they put together. Seeing first hand as I'm sure is consistent among all our favorite programs is a head coach that is uniquely driven to create an environment that is supportive, competitive, and most importantly professional. The way Coach Adrian Dubois has flipped this program is incredible as seen in the dramatic increase in wins, accolades, etc., but what he's done to provide an incredible support system for his players goes unnoticed. It is truly a family environment that is set up to support every player academically, socially, and athletically and this award for the entire staff stretches far beyond their guidance on the field. Congrats Coach Dubois and the rest of the Monks coaching staff!


Here is the press release by the Monks SID: http://www.gomonks.com/sports/msoc/2017-18/releases/20171128q5dy9n

Speaking of AA Teams I know it is a long ways away in terms of announcements, but I was wondering what comes into play other than the normal statistics? Not to beat a broken drum, but a player like Brett Mattos (St.Joes, Maine) comes in at 20 goals on 68 shots and Remillard (WNE) with 23 at 85 shots or Alonso Fragoso (Marian) with 23 goals on 80 shots, but 2-3 less games than most at the top. My point about shots to goals was a bit more compelling a few weeks ago as Mattos compiled 19 shots in his last 4 games(Post-Season), but prior to that he was at 18 goals on just 49 shots.


How much does SOS, conference, statistics comparisons like shots/goals, etc. play a part in these and does small school have as big as an effect as it does on gaining other national or even regional attention. A situation similar to this could be Denali Sexton (Colby Sawyer:2015) who had 18 goals/13 assists in 2015 which ranked well into the upper echelon of D3 soccer stats that year, albeit with little team success that year. Was left off any AA teams but made NSCAA 3rd team. Something I imagine is in Mattos and one or two other Monks near futures.

I love the integrity and significance of the All-American Teams, but I can't help but think how many special players, seasons, accomplishments go unnoticed.

Im interested to see you agree as I think most would say St.Joes over tufts... That being said would either endicott or springfield have a better chance getting past Amherst than St.Joes does tufts?

Mr. Right, I believe the biggest question to that is can St.Joes get an early lead or substantial lead to rest a bit going into sunday. Being this whole team returns from last years NCAA they know just how quick a turnaround it is therefore I think the only way we see a Tufts upset is if the Monks can take care of business early and often against Mitchell. But answering your question, I think without a doubt it'd be mitchell... just because of the season the monks have put together this year and last. With a defeat over Tufts yes its a massive upset, but I believe it'd be more of an official coming out party for the program where as with the Mitchell upset it would certainly knock St.Joes wayy back down to earth for this year and even in the future. This is a team ready for adversity based on the coaches mentality. While they haven't faced the toughest of conditions, the level coach Dubois holds them at for practice, in the weight room, during film, etc. is incredibly high and one that has them ready to compete.

totally agree old ned. The organization of St.Joes is of elite status in my opinion as Coach Dubois has created a formation and a style that will make St.Joes tough to breakdown or keep the ball for anyone, even with Tufts looming. That I think will turn out to be the game to watch this weekend should they get by mitchell. Agreed that the players to watch are certainly Mattos #32 there prolific striker that is insanely efficient with 19 goals on just 38 shots. #8 Gaumer, #22 Twomey and #6 Strobino the two midfielders who are quite honestly the most important part to their incredible shutout streak as they dominate the midfield.  With other players such as #19 Robinson, #00 Mullen, and #2 Duncan to watch for as they all contribute massively to the monks effort. With an obvious bias towards the monks, I have to say they seem primed to upset a powerhouse like tufts as they are desperate to make their mark and solidify a spot among NE's best or at least atop this list of upcoming programs should Dubois stays long enough to see that through...

Not that St.Joes (Me) is in high regard on a national scale yet they do have a chance of breaking two NCAA records today. They tied the national record by Drew University for 17 straight shutouts in the first round of the GNAC playoffs against Suffolk and have a chance to break it today against Regis in the conference Semis. Also Blake Mullen the Monks 6 foot 7 goalie is 3 minutes and change away from breaking the all time consecutive shutout minutes record. While this is still a relatively small program their recruitment the last two years has made this a program to watch now and in the future. Should be another great day of playoff soccer all around the country!

From what I've heard Keene has injuries there looking to shore up for the weekend and I imagine the weather played a factor even though the weather in Keene looked as if it held off. It was certainly from the Keene side as St.Joes had all the reasons in the world to play this game.

Unfortunately St.Joes loses another game on their schedule as their match @ Keene St tomorrow has been cancelled as I can only assume its due to impending weather and Keene's desire to protect its home field (Grass) for a massive game saturday vs UM Dartmouth to at least give them at shot at facing UMB in the first round. Certainly a bigger loss for St.Joes as they could use a game to give them a bit more meat to their resume for respect purposes, but if all goes to plan a rematch with Norwich or Johnson and Whales will certainly be a tough matchup to earn another NCAA birth. 

They are not only undefeated and yet to concede this year, but also statistically show they have players that can compete with some of the regions best teams based on where some players stand with individual stats. Dating back to last year as well they posted impressive defense numbers on the way to reaching the 2nd round for the first time in program history. While I understand they do not take last year into account and the fact they are in one of the worst conferences in the nation, there are two teams ranked in the first regional poll that SJC beat (Johnson & Whales/Bowdoin). After only losing 1 non-impactful player last year, and set to lose only 1 starter this year, with reinforcements ready to play this is a program on the brink of shaking up the order for some of the upper echelon teams in NE.