2016 NCAA Tournament

[Mr.Right]

That is an lucky foul, then unlucky red card then an unlucky goal...Brandeis in trouble 15 min left...They deserve to win thin game and must push numbers...Calvin has not looked good today IMO

[Domino1195]

Last man foul on a breakaway. It would not have even been a yellow in any other situation, but since he was the last man, it was probably the right call. What a shame, Brandeis was absolutely dominating Calvin all second half, but just failed to finish over and over.

That would have been a professional foul YC every day of the week.

[letsGOswans!]

I don't see how either of these teams could be favored against Tuft's. Well, I was probably one of the few who thought Tuft's would win from the beginning.

[Nutmeg]

I don't see how either of these teams could be favored against Tuft's. Well, I was probably one of the few who thought Tuft's would win from the beginning.

Each day and game is different....Let's go Jumbos!

[NEsoccerfan]

Last man foul on a breakaway. It would not have even been a yellow in any other situation, but since he was the last man, it was probably the right call. What a shame, Brandeis was absolutely dominating Calvin all second half, but just failed to finish over and over.

That would have been a professional foul YC every day of the week.

I respectfully disagree. If that foul happened in the middle of the park it would not have been a YC ANY day of the week. ESPECIALLY at the professional level.

[Nutmeg]

That is an lucky foul, then unlucky red card then an unlucky goal...Brandeis in trouble 15 min left...They deserve to win thin game and must push numbers...Calvin has not looked good today IMO

Yes, Brandeis deserved the win.....tough loss.

[Mr.Right]

That GK for Calvin could be the difference tomorrow v Tufts as I do not see Tufts getting a goal or 2 by him plus he looks like he would be very good in PK's..I thought Brnadeis deserved the win but just could not finish. Make no mistake Brandeis might have worn down Calvin enough today for Tufts to beat them tomorrow.

[Domino1195]

Last man foul on a breakaway. It would not have even been a yellow in any other situation, but since he was the last man, it was probably the right call. What a shame, Brandeis was absolutely dominating Calvin all second half, but just failed to finish over and over.

That would have been a professional foul YC every day of the week.

I respectfully disagree. If that foul happened in the middle of the park it would not have been a YC ANY day of the week. ESPECIALLY at the professional level.

No attempt to play the ball, grabbed the shoulder and pulled the player back. Depends on the temperature of the game - I have seen opportunities where referees have chosen not to give a card - but intentional acts like that will draw a card all day tomorrow in the EPL.

[blooter442]

Amidst a crazy week, managed to find some time to watch the game. Thanks to all for your kind wishes regarding my new opportunity.

Calvin is a class side and they are absolutely fantastic on the break. I hadn't seen much of them before the Messiah game a couple of weeks back but they are a classy side who has awesome pace. Hooker and Van Dorn were both dangerous all game and they are two excellent players, although the Knights clearly have a lot of talent throughout their team. Defensively they "bent" as the announcers said but I think that was more because of how well Brandeis was playing rather than Calvin being defensively deficient. Regardless, they held firm.

Great effort by Brandeis, and the game could have very well ended differently with some better finishing and without the red card, which I have to say was admittedly the right call. I think Calvin perhaps shaded general play and earned the win but Woodhouse stood on his head with some incredible saves. Still, a great season, and I couldn't be prouder of the Judges and the way they responded to adversity this year when I had written them off in late October.

Looking forward to watching the final tomorrow. Good luck to both teams - both would be worthy winners. Tufts will certainly be up for it and I wish them luck but I think they will see their biggest test of the year against Calvin. You can bet the Knights are hungry and smell the opportunity to win that elusive national title. Should be a great game.

Now, on to watch the Brandeis women tonight - should be a great contest with fellow UAA side WashU. Roll Deis!

[1970s NESCAC Player]

Unfortunate result for Brandeis after dominating most of the second half, but that is football.  What a goalmouth scramble after the free kick!  Agree with Mr. Right that Calvin appeared to run out of gas.  Should be another good one tomorrow, but if Tufts can nip that first goal, I don't see Calvin winning.

[d3fan1]

Tough fought game for Calvin. They were more dominate in the first half, but Brandis came out strong the second half and Calvin was fortunate to be able to squeeze a goal in. It should be a very good championship game. I think the Knights will prevail though.

[jgroenewold]

 Certainly wasn't the prettiest of soccer at times, but a well fought battlebetween both sides. Game could've really gone either way. I give major credit to both goalies for coming up with some big saves.

[Domino1195]

Certainly wasn't the prettiest of soccer at times, but a well fought battlebetween both sides. Game could've really gone either way. I give major credit to both goalies for coming up with some big saves.

What's your son doing?  The Crew have a combine Sunday at Ohio Dominican - would love to see him on our back line!

Tomorrow - if Calvin dictates the game it will be fast and wide - they have ridiculous speed.  Tufts has size - if they dictate it will be a "half-court" game and they will most likely cash-in on a set piece.

[jgroenewold]

@Domino1195. I'm actually his older brother. He's playing pro out in Australia.

Certainly wasn't the prettiest of soccer at times, but a well fought battlebetween both sides. Game could've really gone either way. I give major credit to both goalies for coming up with some big saves.

What's your son doing?  The Crew have a combine Sunday at Ohio Dominican - would love to see him on our back line!

Tomorrow - if Calvin dictates the game it will be fast and wide - they have ridiculous speed.  Tufts has size - if they dictate it will be a "half-court" game and they will most likely cash-in on a set piece.

[CovensCorner]

Excellent game today, as Calvin had control for the majority of the first half, however, Brandeis was sitting deep and looking to play the ball over the top.  Calvin was able to exemplify its strong wing play a precision passing.  The second half was a different story, Brandeis adjusted and decided to press higher causing trouble for Calvins back line, who looked winded with about 23 mins to play in the second half.  Was the offsides called because Viera got a touch on the ball before Lynch put it in the back of the net? 

As for the Calvin vs Tufts matchup, I honestly believe Calvin had a tough time with the physicality of Brandeis and expect Tufts to play a physical game as well tomorrow breaking down Calvin.  Tufts wins 2-1.