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1 Table of Contents...1 Presbyterian College Quick Facts...1 Media Outlets...1 Cover Photo Information...1 Credits...1 Blue Hose on the Internet...1 Jason Childs...2 Assistant Coach Mike Gongas...3 Assistant Coach Matt Lindner...4 Trainer Caroline Spearman Outlook TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 2008 Roster...5 Meet the Blue Hose Presbyterian College PC Athletic Facilities Support Staff Blue Hose Record Book Statistics What Is A Blue Hose? Team Photo... BC 2008 Schedule... BC QUICK FACTS Location Ashland Avenue, Clinton, S.C Enrollment...1,200 Founded Colors... Garnet & Blue Nickname...Blue Hose National Affiliation... NCAA Division I Conference... Independent Religious Affiliation...Presbyterian Church (USA) President...Dr. John V. Griffith Faculty Athletic Representative... Dr. Craig Powell Director of Athletics... Dr. William B. Carlton Director of Sports Medicine... Nelson Jones Director of Game Ops & Sports Info... Brian Hand Sports Information Office Telephone...(864) Hand's Cell Telephone...(864) Athletic Department Fax...(864) Head Men s Lacrosse Coach...Jason Childs Alma Mater...Dickinson, 01 Men s Lacrosse Office Telephone...(864) Childs Home Telephone...(864) CREDITS The 2008 Presbyterian College Men s Lacrosse Media Guide has been designed, written and edited by the college s Sports Information Office (Brian Hand, director) and the Men s Lacrosse Program (Jason Childs, head coach) using the Adobe InDesign CS2 desktop publishing program. Special thanks to Sports Information Assistants Matt Threatt, Thad Palmer and Jon Cole. Cover Design by Matt Threatt. Photography work by Carolina Sports Photography, Steve Owens, and Vern Verna. Printing by Electric City Printing in Williamston, S.C. PC Men s Lacrosse Media Guide 2008 Featured on the cover of the 2008 Presbyterian College Men s Lacrosse Media Guide are seniors (left to right) Carl Spilly, Walton Crosby, Reece LeMay and Marc Handel. Griffith Powell Carlton MEDIA OUTLETS Area Code 864 unless otherwise noted Newspaper Phone Fax The Clinton Chronicle, P.O. Box 180, Clinton, S.C The Advertiser, P.O. Box 490, Laurens, S.C The Greenville News, P.O. Box 1688,Greenville, S.C (800) The State, P.O. Box 1333, Columbia, S.C (800) The Herald-Journal, P.O. Box 1657, Spartanburg, S.C (800) The Post & Courier, 134 Columbus St., Charleston, S.C (843) Wire Service / Radio Associated Press, P.O. Box , Columbia, S.C (800) WPCC, P.O. Box 1455, Clinton, S.C South Carolina Network, 1825 St. Julian Pl., Columbia, S.C (800) BLUE HOSE ON THE INTERNET For the latest information on the Presbyterian College men s lacrosse program, check the Internet at The men s lacrosse site is updated on a daily basis with the latest statistics, press releases, and features. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON

2 Jason Childs, a 2001 graduate of Dickinson College, prepares to kick off his third season as Presbyterian College s head coach of the men s lacrosse team. Childs has guided the Blue Hose men s lacrosse program through its first two NCAA Division II seasons, leading the program to a school record in wins in year two and its first winning streak during the 2007 season. Childs also coached Brian Foley to All-Conference status in the Deep South Conference in It marked the first time that a Blue Hose lacrosse player had received All-Conference accolades. A native of Baltimore, Md., Childs came to the Blue Hose from nearby Limestone College in Gaffney, S.C. During his tenure with the Saints, he served as the assistant coach. He helped lead the program to a two-year mark of 24-2, the 2004 Deep South Conference (DSC) title, and a runner-up finish for the NCAA Division II National Championship in 2003 and He also served as the school s men s and women s cross country coach during the 2004 fall season. Childs arrived at Limestone by way of Darlington School (Rome, Ga.) where he served as the offensive coordinator for the lacrosse team from While at Darlington, Childs taught American and British Literature and served as a Resident Faculty Member. He also gained valuable experience as an assistant coach for the basketball and middle school football teams. JASON CHILDS In 2001, Childs earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa. He was a four-year starter at attack and midfield for the Red Devil lacrosse team. He was also a two-time team captain and won the Unsung Hero Award in Childs set a school and Centennial Conference record for assists in a game with 11 and posted the second-best single-game scoring performance with 12 points on one goal and 11 assists on March 22, 2000 against Susquehanna University. He ranks fourth in career assists with 64 and eighth in all-time scoring at Dickinson with 108 points on 44 goals and 64 assists. Before entering Dickinson, Childs graduated from St. Paul s School for Boys in Baltimore, where he played varsity soccer, basketball and lacrosse. His younger brother, Brandon, is also in the coaching ranks as an assistant coach at Jason s alma mater of Dickinson, joining the staff at the beginning of the academic year. Childs is married to the former Mary Foss from Rome, Ga. The couple welcomed their daugther, Elizabeth Ann, on Aug. 10, The Childs family resides in Clinton, S.C BLUE HOSE LACROSSE

3 MIKE GONGAS Mike Gongas Assistant Coach Mike Gongas begins his first season as an assistant coach at Presbyterian College. Gongas joins the Blue Hose men s lacrosse program from Suffolk Community College where he served as the Offensive Coordinator and First Assistant. During his time at Suffolk Community College, Gongas helped with all aspects of coaching, including recruiting student-athletes, practice and game preparation and any other duties assigned by the head coach. Prior to taking the position at Suffolk Community College, Gongas was at Adelphi University where he graduated with honors in December of 2007 with a Bachelors of Science in Physical Education with a concentration in Sports Management. Gongas, who played his first two years at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, received many awards during his time with the Panthers, including earning second-team USILA All-America honors in 2007 after leading the Panthers in points (49) and assists (30). A first-team All-East Coast Conference selection at attack in 2007 he was second on the Panthers last year with 19 goals. Gongas closed out the 2007 season ranked sixth in the country in assists per game with an average of 2.15 and 16th in the nation in points per game (3.69). Gongas was drafted by the Long Island Lizards of Major League Lacrosse on Dec. 7, BLUE HOSE MANAGER T.J. Scott Senior Clarence, N.Y. Clarence HS 2007: Played in one game : Played in eight games... totaled two points on a goal and an assist... netted a goal versus Wingate (3/4)... dished out an assist at Pfeiffer (3/25)... PERSONAL: Thomas James Scott... born March 28, 1986 in Amherst, N.Y.... played for Mike Silverstein... son of Patricia and Thomas Scott... majoring in Mathematics/Science Secondary Education. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON

4 MATT LINDNER Matt Lindner Assistant Coach A 1998 graduate of Salisbury University, Matt Lindner is in his second season as an assistant coach on the Blue Hose men s lacrosse team. Lindner is the program s defensive coordinator. Lindner played lacrosse at Salisbury, graduating in 1998 with a bachelors of science in Chemistry. He was founder and president of the Salisbury s men s lacrosse club. After college, Lindner began his coaching career at Northeast High School in Anne Arundel County in Maryland as an assistant coach. After two years at Northeast, he accepted an assistant coaching position at the Severn School as a junior varsity assistant in 2002 and then in 2003 as the varsity assistant under Jaime McNealy. In 2004, Lindner returned to Northeast for his first head coaching position. That season, he led the Eagles to the school s first 2A/3A Regional Championship. Shortly after leading Northeast to the Maryland State Semifinals, Lindner accepted a teaching position as well as a head coaching position at Hilton Head High School in South Carolina. In 2005, he took his team to the South Carolina Lacrosse League State Championship and won the school s fourth consecutive state championship. Lindner finished out the 2006 season at Hilton Head before accepting his current assistant coach position at PC. Lindner and his wife, Jessica, reside in Simpsonville, S.C. They have a daughter, Kate Skylar, who was born on Sept. 12, Caroline Spearman is in her second year as an assistant athletic trainer with the Blue Hose sports medicine staff. She is the primary sports medicine contact for women s soccer and men s lacrosse at PC. Spearman came to PC after earning her masters degree in Sports Administration from Belmont University in Nasheville, Tenn. While completing that degree she served as a graduate assistant at nearby Vanderbilt University. Spearman mainly worked with the Commodore football team. She was also the primary athletic trainer for the VU tennis team. Additionally, she assisted in all of the day-today needs of the training room. Spearman holds a B.S. degree in sports medicine/athletic training from Valdosta State University. During her time at Valdosta State, Spearman served as the trainer for the football and women's basketball teams. She also served as the athletic trainer for nearby Lowndes High School in addition to working an internship at the University of Mississippi BLUE HOSE LACROSSE

5 2008 OUTLOOK The Presbyterian Men s Lacrosse Program will look to start the transition to NCAA Division I lacrosse this spring. The 2007 Blue Hose squad recorded a 4-10 record last year with its first-ever winning streak set. Jason Childs will be at the helm for his third season and has his Blue Hose ready to compete against its toughest schedule thus far in the young program s history. Childs will again have a young squad with just four seniors set to graduate. The team had a successful fall, and Childs seems very happy with what was accomplished. We competed in our fall scrimmages this past season, noted Childs. We played both Limestone and Mars Hill tough, and were happy with what came of it. It is always difficult to play your first contest, but other than a little nerves we looked pretty sharp. Jason Childs arrived in Clinton after a successful two-year stint as an assistant for the seven-time reigning Deep South Conference Champion Limestone College. It was there where Childs learned to take charge as he was put at the helm of an offensive group that continued to set records in Division II lacrosse. Childs will need to rely on those experiences as the Blue Hose schedule will feature perennial powers such as Dartmouth, Duke, Hobart and Denver. The offense has continued to develop and Childs is hoping the addition of a couple key recruits will help ignite the offense. However, even with the offensive additions to the team the defense will again be the strong point to this team. Matt Lindner will return for his second year as the Defensive Coordinator. Childs was pleased with the defense last year, but he is looking to see continued improvement with age and experience. One key addition to the program will be Mike Gongas appointment to the Blue Hose staff. Gongas will work with Childs and the offense. He will look to establish an offense that was talented, but very young. Mike will bring 2008 Roster No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown/High School 1 Athens, Jon G Fr. Arnold, Md. (Northern) 2 Williams, Chris M Jr. Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Socastee) 3 Stemshorn, Cory M Fr. Greenville, S.C. (Greenville) 4 Tobias, Drew D Jr. Whitsett, N.C. (Southeast Guilford) 6 Ewing, Ben M So. Atlanta, Ga. (Pace Academy) 7 Spilly, Carl D Sr. Indianapolis, Ind. (Herkimer CC) (The Park Tudor) 8 Schilling, Billy D So. Hilton Head Island, S.C. (Hilton Head) 9 Crosby, Walton M Sr. Jacksonville, Fla. (Episcopal HS of Jacksonville) 12 McMillan, Joey G Fr. Columbia, S.C. (White Knoll) 13 Rinaldi, Billy M Jr. Hilton Head Island, S.C. (Shades Valley (Ala.)) 16 Halperin, Andy M So. Atlanta, Ga. (Riverwood) 17 Plaisted, Nick M Jr. Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Socastee) 18 White, Jake A So. Overlea, Md. (Overlea) 21 Simantel, Bryce M So. Baltimore, Md. (Calvert Hall) 22 Watters, Robert D So. Atlanta, Ga. (Wesleyan) 23 Handel, Marc M Sr. Millers Place, N.Y. (Quinnipiac) (Comsewogue) 24 Getty, Steve M So. Duluth, Ga. (Northview) 25 Mulford, Sean A So. Towson, Md. (Loyola Blakefield) 26 Metcalfe, Jeremy A So. Dallas, Ga. (Harrison) 30 Canan, Andrew M Fr. Glengale, Mo. (Kirkwood) 31 Minick, Casey M So. Marietta, Ga. (Kennesaw Mountain) 32 Pinkston, Devin A Fr. Purcellville, Va. (Notre Dame Academy) 33 LeMay, Reece D Sr. Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Myrtle Beach) 34 Foley, Brian A So. Charlotte, N.C. (Myers Park) 36 Hahn, Dave D Jr. Baltimore, Md. (Towson Catholic) 39 Dias, John Mark M So. Greenville, S.C. (Greenville) a brilliant playing career to coaching, and we will look to use his knowledge in everything that we do, remarked Childs. His excitement and commitment to this place is unmatched without question, and that is something we will use during this year especially. Attack The attack will be young to say the least, but will return everyone from last year s squad. The attack will be lead by Sean Mulford (Loyola). Mulford is a crafty and shifty attackman who can dodge to shoot or feed. He will be teamed up with returner Jeremy Metcalfe (Harrison) and newcomer Devin Pinkston (Notre Dame Academy) who both had a great fall. Pinkston has a knack for finding the open man, while Metcalfe is a natural finisher on the left side of the goal. Sophomore Jake White (Overlea) also had a very good fall and will look to see some time as the fourth attackman. Casey Minick (Kennesaw Mountain) had a very impressive fall campaign, and INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON

6 BLUE HOSE LACROSSE 2008 OUTLOOK will look to compete with Metcalfe on the left side for serious playing time. Midfield In what will be the theme this year, the Blue Hose will have a very young group in between the lines. One exception to that youth will be team leader Marc Handel (Quinnipiac). Handel, who did not play during the 2007 campaign, is a seasoned veteran having transferred from NCAA Division I Quinnipiac University. After a great fall, Handel is poised to lead the young midfield unit. Ben Ewing, a high school All-American (Pace), and Brian Foley (Myers Park) will help Handel put points on the boards. Foley, a returning All Conference player, is looking to have a great sophomore season. His totals last season were impressive with over 50 points as a freshman. Ewing too had a great freshman year, winning over 60 percent of his draws and tallying 19 goals. Although the midfield is not as deep as Childs would like he still sees positives as he looks at the group as a whole. Newcomer Cory Stemshorn (Greenville) will look to add another threat to the offense. Childs thinks he had a great fall as he adjusted to the college game. Cory came from a newer program where he was the guy, said Childs. Then he comes in here and he had to adjust that took a little bit of time, but I think he is ready to have a great spring. Childs also added Paul Armstrong (Eckerd), a solid two way middie with great size and speed. Armstrong will look to find time to balance out the top two lines of midfield. Senior Walton Crosby will look to start his final campaign with a great fall under his belt. His impact on this team is something Childs could not understate, noting it is hard to imagine this program without him on the field everyday. He has become a good lacrosse player, and will help lead this team to where it goes. I could not be happier with his development and his commitment to this lacrosse program. I am not looking forward to losing him. Crosby will look to anchor the third line of middies, where his age and experience will help guide his line mates. Those line mates will be Billy Rinaldi (Shades Valley) and Bryce Simantel (Calvert Hall). Steve Getty (Northview) will look to crack time with this line. Childs loves his smarts and thinks he could have an impact in any game. Defense This is the strength of the Blue Hose Lacrosse Team. It is not coincidence that this group is the pillar of the men s lacrosse program. The group will be led by senior Carl Spilly (Herkimer CC), a very talented and smart defenseman, who had a great junior season. Alongside Spilly will be Andrew Tobias (Northeast Guilford High School) who has started every game of his career at PC. Carl and Drew are very smart, tough, and athletic defenders, said Childs. It has been a joy to watch them develop their leadership skills, and I think they will help lead this team wherever it is going. David Hahn (Essex) will fill the third spot on the defense for the Blue Hose this year. He has a great understanding of the game and is a great leader. Childs believes that Hahn may be the link to a very good defense. Andy Halperin (Riverwood) will look to spell time for the defense. A converted defensive midfielder, Halperin had a tremendous spring while picking up the pole for the first time. Returnee Robert Watters (Wesleyan) will look to push and compete for significant playing time. Watters has great size and a great attitude to go with it. He learned alot from a good freshman campaign, and will be looking to add minutes in every game. Senior Reece LeMay (Myrtle Beach) will look to close out his playing career while fighting for a starting spot. He is another person Childs will sorely miss next year. Reece has been here from the beginning and I cannot

7 2008 OUTLOOK imagine practice or games without him, Childs said. He has been a staple here, and has been a tremendous worker since day one. Defensive Midfield The Defensive Midfield unit position will again be solid this year for the Blue Hose. The athletic group of defensive specialists will be led by Billy Schilling (Hilton Head), a very solid longstick defender with great speed and athleticism. Schilling, a high school All-American selection, will look to make most of the runs, while splitting time with David Hahn. Chris Williams (Socastee), Nick Plaisted (Socastee), and John Mark-Dias (Greenville) will all look to return to the defensive midfield this year. Childs will look to lean on them to push the ball in transition and get his offense moving early. This is my favorite group to work with, remarked Childs. They are like sponges out there, learning all the time, and they care about working harder than anyone else. You just cannot teach that. Andrew Canan (Kirkwood) and Travis Schmidt (Harrison) will look to round out the defensive midfield this spring. Goalie Jon Athens (Dunkirk) will start for the Blue Hose in the net. Athens is a high school All-American and will look to continue those successful ways this year. He is quick and athletic and has Childs very happy about his time at PC. Jon is as solid a goaltender as I could ever wish, Childs remarked. He has all the potential in the world, and we are very lucky to have him. He makes the saves he should and the saves he should not. Joey McMillan (White Knoll) will look to be the back-up this year for the Blue Hose in the net. The Future This year s squad has Coach Childs very excited about the future of the program. I am very excited to get this thing underway, said Childs. We have been working hard and the boys are ready to compete in DI. I love this place and the guys on the team. We have a great coaching staff and I think we have really gotten this thing off the ground in a very positive way. We may struggle a little with the transition to Division I, but once we get accustomed to it the future will be very bright. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 7

8 #9 Walton Crosby Senior M Jacksonville, Fla. Episcopal HS of Jacksonville Team captain : Saw action in all 14 PC games... scored two goals on six shots... caused two turnovers and acquired 16 groundballs... won 39 face-offs : Played in all 11 games with eight starts... notched three goals and a pair of assists... had a goal and an assist in PC s win over Manhattanville (2/25)... tallied a.425 (82-193) face-off percentage... third on the team with 45 groundballs...scooped up nine in a victory over Lees-McRae (3/8)... PERSONAL: Charles Walton Crosby... born March 28, 1986 in Marietta, Ga.... was a walk-on for lacrosse at Episcopal... two-year captain of the Eagle swim team... state runner-up in rowing... son of Elizabeth and William Crosby... majoring in Business Administration. #23 Marc Handel Senior M Millers Park, N.Y. Quinnipiac University/ Comsewogue HS Team captain... BEFORE PC: Two-year letterwinner at Quinnipiac in Connecticut... played for Eric Fekete... played in all 13 games and picked up 15 groundballs in played in 13 games in PERSONAL: Marc Patrick Handel... born July 31, 1985 in Port Jefferson, N.Y.... played for Pete Mitchell at Comsewogue... was all-county in lacrosse and all-league in wrestling... son of Patricia and Patrick Handel... majoring in Mathematics. #11 Carl Spilly Senior D Indianapolis, Ind. Herkimer CC/Park Tudor School Team captain : Team captain... Played in and started in all 14 games... picked up 13 groundballs... caused six turnovers : Had six starts... played in the season s first five games before being sidelined with a foot injury... returned to the starting lineup for the year s final game against Catawba... finished the year with 24 groundballs and a pair of caused turnovers... picked up 11 loose balls versus Wingate (3/4)... PERSONAL: Carl William Spilly... born November 25, 1984, in Columbus, Ind.... played for Byron Stankus at The Park Tudor School... all-state pick as a senior... played on Team Indiana in son of Ruta and Rick Spilly... majoring in Political Science. MEET THE BLUE HOSE #33 Reece LeMay Senior D Myrtle Beach, S.C. Myrtle Beach HS Team captain : Played in three games : Saw action in 10 games with seven starts... notched nine groundballs and two caused turnovers... picked up three loose balls against Wingate (3/4)... PERSONAL: John Reece LeMay... born July 31, 1986 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.... played for Steve Plaisted at Myrtle Beach... named to all-state second team... also played for Myrtle Beach Waves Lacrosse team... son of Vicki and Rickie LeMay... majoring in Biology. #17 Nick Plaisted Junior M Myrtle Beach, S.C. Socastee HS 2007: Played in 14 games... brought in five groundballs... caused one turnover : Saw action in all 11 games with three starting assignments... won 17 of 67 faceoffs... hustled for 13 loose balls... forced three turnovers... notched three ground balls twice (at St. Andrews, 3/11 and vs. Catawba, 4/8)... PERSONAL: Nicholas Alden Plaisted... born March 10, 1987 in Trenton, N.J.... played for his father, Steve Plaisted... son of Lois and Steve Plaisted... majoring in Education. #13 Billy Rinaldi Junior M Hilton Head Island, S.C. Shades Valley (AL) HS 2007: Ended year with seven goals... saw action in 12 games... picked up 16 groundballs : Recorded eight goals and two assists in seven games played... fifth on the team in scoring... had 11 groundballs and two caused turnovers as well... tallied four goals and an assist in PC s win over Manhattanville (2/25)... picked up four groundballs at Mars Hill (2/22)... PERSONAL: William Joseph Rinaldi... born February 13, 1987 in Fort Myers, Fla.... played for Lt. Col. Brian McIntosh... tallied 40 goals and 25 assists in registered 20 goals and 15 assists as a junior... son of Denise and Joseph Rinaldi... majoring in Biology and Chemistry BLUE HOSE LACROSSE

9 #4 Drew Tobias Junior D Whitsett, N.C. Southeast Guilford HS Team captain : Named Most Valuable Defensive by coaching staff... for second consecutive season led Blue Hose in caused turnovers, finishing with picked up 32 groundballs... scored first career goal on PC s final goal of win over Lees-McRae (3/21)... played and started all 14 PC games... team captain : Led the Blue Hose in groundballs and caused turnovers with 57 and 11, respectively... handed out an assist at Queens (3/28)... scooped up eight groundballs in the Blue Hose s win over Lees-McRae (3/8)... had seven loose ball pickups and four caused turnovers versus Catawba... PERSONAL: Andrew Kevin Tobias... born August 17, 1987 in Gainesville, Fla.... played for Mark Goldsmith at Southeast Guilford... all-state honorable mention... son of Jackie and Andrew Tobias... majoring in Chemistry. #37 John Mark Dias Sophomore M Greenville, S.C. Greenville Senior HS 2007: Saw action in one game... HIGH SCHOOL: Coached by Shane LeCroy at Greenville... was part of the inaugural lacrosse squad at Greenville in helped the Red Raiders capture the 2006 AAA State Championship... also played football and tennis at Greenville... PERSONAL: John Mark Dias II... born April 14, 1988 in Greenville, S.C.... son of Hannah and Mel Dias... majoring in Chemistry. #34 Brian Foley Sophomore A Charlotte, N.C. Myers Park HS 2007: Named first team All-Deep South... first player in program history to win a postseason honor... chosen by coaching staff as MVP of offense... finished tops on team in ever major offensive category with 27 goals, 19 assists and 46 points... tallied nine multiple goal games... scored three or more in four games... scored three goals each in three consecutive games (Pfieffer, 3/9; Molloy, 3/12; St. Michael s, 3/14)... scored team-high two game-winners... HIGH SCHOOL: Participated in the Queen City Top 50 All-Star and NC Great 38 All-Star games... was a member of the Team Charlotte All-Star Team... coached by Jim Galloway at Myers Park... PERSONAL: Brian Patrick Foley... born August 5, 1987 in Orlando, Fla.... son of Donna and Kevin Foley... undecided upon a major. MEET THE BLUE HOSE #2 Chris Williams Junior M Myrtle Beach, S.C. Socastee HS 2007: Finished season with 15 ground balls... participated in eight games, starting one : Stepped on the field for all 11 games, getting a pair of starting nods... scored his first collegiate goal at Pfeiffer (3/25)... finished the season with 15 groundballs... PERSONAL: Christopher Allen Williams... born December 6, 1986 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.... played for Steve Plaisted at Myrtle Beach... son of Debra and Dwayne Williams... majoring in Business Management. #10 Ben Ewing Sophomore M Atlanta, Ga. Pace Academy 2007: Netted team third-best 18 goals... finished with one assist for total of 19 points... started and played in all 14 games... scored three or more goals in four games... tallied career-high four goals in win over Lees-McRae (3/21)... picked up team-high 81 groundballs... caused three turnovers... won 138 face-offs... HIGH SCHOOL: High school All-American... All- State First Team as a senior... earned Most Valuable Defensive (2005) and Most Improved (2004)... won 78% of faceoffs in goals and 17 assists during his senior campaign... notched a school record six goals in a game... played for Mike Gannon at Pace... PERSONAL: Benjamin Hampton Ewing... born December 3, 1987 in Atlanta, Ga.... son of Ms. Miriam Woolf and Mr. Robert Ewing... majoring in Biology. #24 Steve Getty Sophomore M John s Creek, Ga. Northview HS 2007: Played in all 14 games... scored one goal on only shot of season... brought in two groundballs... HIGH SCHOOL: Four-time letterman under the tutelage of T.J. Dixon... team s leading scorer in Most Outstanding Midfielder in member of 2005 Team Georgia Select Team team captain... PERSONAL: Steven James Getty... born January 27, 1988 in San Jose, Calif.... son of Trish and Darin Getty... majoring in Business Administration. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 9

10 MEET THE BLUE HOSE #16 Andy Halperin Sophomore M Atlanta, Ga. Riverwood HS 2007: Participated in 14 games... acquired eight groundballs... caused one turnover... HIGH SCHOOL: 2005 and 2006 of the Year under leadership of Bret Bryon... three-time Midfielder of the Year... All-State nominee as a junior and senior... three-year team captain... awarded the Coaches Award in tallied 40 goals, 51 assists, and a.648 faceoff percentage for his career... PERSONAL: Andrew Todd Halperin... born September 10, 1987 in Atlanta, Ga.... son of Mary and Art Halperin... majoring in Business Management. #31 Casey Minick Sophomore M Marietta, Ga. Kennesaw Mountain HS 2007: Made two starts... played in all 14 games... had one goal and two assists for three points... brought in 12 groundballs... caused on turnover... HIGH SCHOOL: Earned All-State honorable mention for his efforts during his junior and senior years... was an all-county first team selection in scored 66 goals and dished out 32 assists as a senior... played for Jeremy Thompson at Kennesaw Mountain... also swam for the Mustangs... PERSONAL: Casey Alan Minick... born April 24, 1988 in Powder Springs, Ga.... son of Kimberly and Tim Minick... father, Tim, was a goalie at Towson University... majoring in Engineering. #32 Billy Schilling Sophomore D Hilton Head Island, S.C. Hilton Head HS 2007: Saw action in all 14 games... had one assist... picked up 46 groundballs... caused four turnovers... HIGH SCHOOL: 2006 S.C. Lacrosse League of the Year... scooped up 128 groundballs and tallied one goal, one assist as a senior U.S. Lacrosse High School All-American... helped lead the Seahawks to three state championships under the leadership of current Blue Hose assistant coach Matt Lindner... also competed on the gridiron for Hilton Head... PERSONAL: William Carl Schilling... born February 5, 1988 in Hilton Head Island, S.C.... son of Ms. Lisa Church and Mr. Bill Schilling... majoring in Business Administration. #26 Jeremy Metcalfe Sophomore A Dallas, Ga. Harrison HS 2007: Tied for third on squad in goals (17)... second on team in assists (13)... scored career-high three goals in Molloy game (3/12)... scored two or more goals in five games... dished out team-best four assists in win over Lees-McRae (3/21)... had two or more assists in three games... HIGH SCHOOL: Achieved All-State Second Team status under John Hunter at Harrison... earned the Lacrosse Leadership Award... named Offensive of the Year... tallied 58 goals and 49 assists as a senior... also played ice hockey and served as an assistant captain... PERSONAL: Jeremy Sinclair Metcalfe... born February 5, 1988 in Atlanta, Ga.... son of Chris and Ian Metcalfe... majoring in Business Management. #35 Sean Mulford Sophomore A Towson, Md. Loyola Blakefield School 2007: Recipient of Joshua Louis Kay Unsung Hero Award as chosen by coaching staff... finished season with team second-best 26 goals and 35 points... ended year by scoring nine goals in last two games, scoring four against Queens (4/7) and a career-best and team season-high five in season finale against St. Leo (14/14)... had multiple goals in seven games... scored three or more goals in four contests... brought in 34 groundballs... caused four turnovers... HIGH SCHOOL: Coached by Jack Crawford at Loyola Blakefield... PERSONAL: Sean Michael Mulford... born October 20, 1988 in Towson, Md.... son of Maureen and Michael Mulford... father, Michael, played lacrosse at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County... sister, Meghan, plays lacrosse at the University of Maryland... undecided upon a major. #21 Bryce Simantel Sophomore M Baltimore, Md. Calvert Hall College HS 2007: Scored two goals... played in all 14 games... picked up 14 groundballs... HIGH SCHOOL: Played for Bryan Kelly at Calvert Hall... was a Loch Raven Summer League All-Star and Overlea Fall League All-Star... member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) National High School Team... PERSONAL: Bryce Andrew Simantel... born April 7, 1988 in Baltimore, Md.... son of Denise and Andy Simantel... majoring in Business Management BLUE HOSE LACROSSE

11 MEET THE BLUE HOSE #22 Robert Watters Sophomore D Atlanta, Ga. Wesleyan School 2007: Played in two games... two-sport student-athlete at PC as he is also on the football team... HIGH SCHOOL: Coached by Sam Walker at Wesleyan... helped the Wolves to an area championship with a 10-8 record as a senior... also played for the Wesleyan football squad... PERSONAL: Robert Carroll Watters... born July 13, 1987 in Atlanta, Ga.... son of Mary Anne and Leslie Watters... undecided upon a major. #18 Jake White Sophomore A Overlea, Md. Overlea HS 2007: Played in 12 games... started all scored seven goals and had one assist for eight points... tallied eight groundballs and caused one turnover... scored career-high three goals in win over Seton Hill (3/18)... HIGH SCHOOL: Received the Unsung Hero Award in awarded the Sportsmanship Award as a junior... contributed 35 goals and 14 assists in participated in the Baltimore County Senior All-Star Game... coached by John Klug at Overlea... was on the Falcon soccer team as well... PERSONAL: Jacob Lee White... born February 26, 1988 in Baltimore, Md.... son of Ms. Valerie Walsh and Mr. Bill White... majoring in Economics. #36 Dave Hahn Junior D Baltimore, Md. Towson Catholic Blue Hose Newcomers #1 Jon Athens Freshman G Arnold, Md. Northern HS BEFORE PC: Spent first two years of college at Community College of Baltimore County-Essex... coached by Brad Iucalano at Towson Catholic... Academic All-American at CCBC/Essex in All-Conference in high school in soccer and lacrosse... finished high school career with 55 goals and 40 assists... Athlete of the Year at Towson Catholic in had perfect attendance in high school... PERSONAL: David Wallace Hahn... born September 13, 1986 in Baltimore, Md.... son of Susan and Bob Hahn... majoring in History. #30 Andrew Canan Freshman M Glengale, Md. Kirkwood HS BEFORE PC: Played for Reza Benham and Steele Crissman at Kirkwood High School... captain of high school lacrosse team... All-Conference selection... PERSONAL: Andrew Ross Canan... born July 28, 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio... son of Donna and Bruce Canan... father played college lacrosse... undecided upon a major. #32 Devin Pinkston Freshman A Purcellville, Va. Notre Dame Academy BEFORE PC: High School All-American... MILL Conference of the Year... All- State Virginia (2 years)... Washington Post All-Extra Team (2 years) Team Captain... all-time leading scorer in Loudoun County (337 pts)... Played for Rob Horne at Notre Dame Academy... made honor roll all four years of high school... PERSONAL: Devin Pinkston... born December 24, 1988 in Purcellville, Va.... son of Susan and Matthew Pinkston... majoring in Computer Science. BEFORE PC: Played for Joe Bissette at Northern High School... All-America selection... Washington Post All-Extra Team... first team all-conference choice... SMAC of the Year... made 800 saves in high school... PERSONAL: Jonathan A. Athens... born February 20, 1989 in Yuma, Ariz.... son of Mistina and Arthur Athens... father played lacrosse at Navy, while his brother played football at James Madison... majoring in Economics. #12 Joey McMillan Freshman G West Columbia, S.C. White Knoll HS BEFORE PC: Played for Jason Burbage (lacrosse) and Mark Cagle (football) at White Knoll... named lacrosse MVP at White Knoll after junior and senior year... PERSONAL: Joseph David McMillan... born August 4, 1989 in West Columbia, S.C.... son of Linda and Jimmy McMillan... majoring in Special Education. #3 Cory Stemshorn Freshman M Greenville, S.C. Greenville HS BEFORE PC: All-American...Three-time All-State selection... three-time South Carolina All-State attackmen... had 91 goals and 18 assists during senior year... played for Shane Lecroy at Greenville High School... PERSONAL: Cory Elias Stemshorn... born May 30, 1989 in Greenville, S.C.... son of Melanie and John Stemshorn... undecided upon a major. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 11

12 PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE Presbyterian College is located in Clinton, South Carolina, a community of 10,000 nestled in upstate South Carolina. The college s beautiful 240-acre campus and a national reputation for academic excellence attract 1,200 students representing 30 states and eleven foreign countries. International study programs include China, Oxford, Spain, and Cuba. The distinguished sons and daughters of Presbyterian College are outstanding leaders in business and industry, education, athletics, journalism, medicine, the military, the Church, and public service. Presbyterian College, home of the fighting Blue Hose, continues to live its motto of While we live, we serve, producing servant leaders for the world today. PC was born of the dreams of a humble pastor determined to restore a territory plundered by war. In year-old Rev. William Plumer Jacobs arrived in Clinton to serve as pastor of First Presbyterian Church. Eight years later Jacobs and the church founded the Clinton High School Association to provide the young people of Laurens County a place to receive a Christianbased, liberal arts education. In 1880 the Clinton High School Association became first Clinton College, and then in 1890 the Presbyterian College of South Carolina. Coeducational instruction occurred from the start. In keeping with its goal to produce graduates of high moral character, Presbyterian College adopted an honor code, a student-run system still flourishing today, to govern students academic and social lives. Today s PC curriculum includes international programs, internships, and unique cultural and arts opportunities. New facilities for living (Senior Hall and Carol International House), athletic play (new Bailey Memorial Stadium, Martin Soccer Stadium), study (Lassiter Science Hall, the Arnold Archives and Thomason Library), and infrastructure support (information technology) benefit the PC and Clinton community alike. New professorships have strengthened the already strong faculty. The college is home to six South Carolina Professors of the Year, more than twice the number of any public or private institution in the state. Financial aid resources insure that qualified students BLUE HOSE LACROSSE have access to a PC education. Blue Hose sports have always made history. In 1943 PC football coach Lonnie McMillan gave the Clemson football stadium its famous nickname, Death Valley. The Scotsman Club, formerly known as the Walter Johnson Club, was created in Its purpose still today is to provide athletic scholarships for young men and women who excel in both sports venues and classrooms. In the 1960s PC s intercollegiate tennis program was ranked number 2 in the nation. PC provides the community a rich cultural life through lectures, art exhibits, concerts and theatrical performances. The college s library and intramural facilities serve local residents, while college faculty and staff serve on many local boards. The college is involved in local economic development, recognizing the importance of its roll as a Clinton citizen as well as a significant employer. Presbyterian College holds fast to its core mission and high standards of integrity, celebrating its motto: Dum Vivimus Servimus, or While we live, we serve. Service to community and each other are hallmarks of faculty and students alike, and PC has one of the oldest student volunteer organizations in the country in Student Volunteer Services (SVS). Presbyterian College is also proud of its service to country. More than 1,000 PC graduates served in World War II, and today s alumni ranks PC S VISION Moving forward without leaving home By the year 2010, Presbyterian College, remaining true to the Christian tradition and its relationship with the Presbyterian Church, USA, will be the leading liberal arts college in South Carolina and one of the ten best national liberal arts colleges in the Southeast. Join the Scotsman Club today and support Presbyterian College s outstanding scholar-athletes! The Scotsman Club is an athletic fundraising organization, which provides financial assistance to over 200 studentathletes. For information regarding membership, call Alan Smith at or Hannah Smith at Be a part of a winning team by joining the Scotsman Club. include a Medal of Honor recipient and more than 15 generals. In 2007, after 15 years in NCAA Division II, the college entered its transitional year of membership into NCAA Division I. Today PC fields sixteen competitive teams in men s and women s sports, and Blue Hose athletes routinely earn academic as well as athletic honors. The college is a member of the Big South Conference.

13 PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community. The following goals guide the College in its attempt to fulfill its mission: * To help students gain a basic knowledge of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, a special competence in one or more particular areas of study, and an ability to see these studies as part of the larger search for truth; * To develop in students the ability to think clearly and independently, to make critical judgments, and to communicate effectively in both speech and writing; * To foster in students an aesthetic appreciation of the arts and literature; * To acquaint students with the teachings and values of the Christian faith; * To help students develop moral and ethical commitments, including service to others; * To help students attain a sense of dignity, selfworth, and appreciation of other persons with diverse backgrounds; * To encourage in students an appreciation for teamwork and for physical fitness and athletic skills that will contribute to lifelong health; and * To foster in students an appreciation of, and concern for, the environment and natural resources. PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE AT A GLANCE Classification Carnegie One Liberal Arts College (top ranking) Student Body 1,200 (98% live on campus) 48% men and 52% women from 30 states and 11 foreign countries. Faculty 84 full-time professors (95% have doctorate or equivalent) Six professors have been named South Carolina Professor of the Year, twice more than any college or university in the state. The student-faculty ratio is 13:1. Academics Career-oriented, rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum with 30 majors and 44 minors. Bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees are offered. Expanded internship opportunities, more study abroad and research opportunities with faculty. Admissions Very selective; early decision and early action plans available. Tuition for : Tuition... $24,030 General Fee... $1,920 Technology Fee... $370 Room-Typical Double... $3, Meal Plan... $3,890 Total... $33,930 Financial Aid Available through academic and ROTC - scholarships, grants, work study, and loans from college, state and federal sources. Ninety percent of students receive some form of financial aid. Facilities 240-acre grassy, oak-shaded campus located in the city of Clinton, S.C. The campus includes 30 major buildings with five buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Newly renovated library with archives addition; opening January 2008, a new $12 million biology wing. Graduates Our graduates are sought by leading businesses. We enjoy very high acceptance rates into schools of medicine, law, religion, as well as graduate programs at major universities. Within six months of graduation over 95% of our graduates are employed or attending graduate schools. Recent graduates have received numerous academic honors and grants, including a Rhodes Scholarship, Fulbright Scholars, Rotary International Scholarships, Hansard Scholarships, Jacob Javits Scholarships, Pew Fellowships, and a National Science Foundation Scholarship. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 13

14 PC ATHLETIC FACILITIES The Presbyterian College Athletic Department is recognized as having some of the finest athletic facilities in the Southeast. The 16-sport athletic department s athletic facilities include the 2,500-seat Ross E. Templeton Physical Education Center, Callaway Tennis Courts, Edens Field at Martin Soccer Stadium, the PC Baseball Complex, and the PC Softball Complex. Ross E. Templeton Physical Education Center The facility bears the name of the late Ross E. Templeton 24, distinguished alumnus and business leader of Charlotte and Clinton, who was a life-long devotee of PC sports. Completed in 1975, the facility serves as both a sports and academic center. The Furman Pinson Arena seats more than 2,000 spectators for men s and women s basketball as well as volleyball. In 2000, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Staton provided a new floor for the facility. Ample classrooms, multi-purpose space, and equipment serve the physical education instruction program. Adjoining Templeton Center on the right is the new Johnson-Callaway Center, an 11,500-square-foot addition containing men s Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center and women s locker rooms and 10 coaches offices. Located directly behind this facility is the Kemper D. Lake, M.D. Sports Medicine Center which houses PC s Sports Medicine staff who maintain the health of all Blue Hose athletes. The Mabry-Smith-Yonce Center is the 6,000-squarefoot facility adjoining to the left of the Templeton Center that was built in This facility provides meeting space for student organizations, alumni groups, athletic teams, and special events. It also includes a Furman Pinson Court kitchen, restrooms, and a storage area. Templeton Weight Facility Located in the Templeton Center, the new weight room which opened in October of 2004, replaced the facility s racquetball court that was no longer in service. The 38 x 70 addition provides an additional 2,660 square feet of weightlifting area for the college s 16 varsity athletic teams. The original weight room, located at the east end of the Furman B. Pinson Court, provides 2,400 square feet of workout space that will give the Blue Hose athletic teams the flexibility to work out in both weight room facilities while avoiding scheduling conflicts. The new weight room includes custom equipment designed and installed by ArrowHawk of Laurens, S.C. Templeton Weight Facility Templeton Tennis Center Located next to the Ross E. Templeton Center, the Templeton Tennis Center is home for the nationally ranked Blue Hose men s and women s tennis programs. Templeton Courts has served as host for several regular season and postseason events, including hosting the SAC Tennis Championships from Templeton Tennis Center Martin Stadium Martin Soccer Stadium, seating approximately 400, was constructed in 2000 by the Kenneth Martin Family, of Greenville, S.C. Dr. Robert M. Edens 77, of Columbia, S.C. provided the soccer playing field. The facility is home for the Blue Hose men s and women s soccer programs which have received national recognition over the years. This facility has also served as host of several postseason events at the high school and BLUE HOSE LACROSSE

15 PC Softball Complex The PC Softball Complex is located on the 31-acre Young Intramural Park. This facility is home to the Blue Hose Softball program and was built in 1997 when the sport was still at club level. The facility has a new scoreboard located behind the rightfield fence which was donated by Pepsi-Cola of Greenville, S.C., prior to the 2005 season. Behind the scoreboard are batting cages, while the complex also has three other softball fields which can be used for practice or tournament competition. The complex has served host to many tournaments, including the Food Lion/ SAC Tournament from and in PC ATHLETIC FACILITIES Johnson Field at Old Bailey Stadium Johnson Field was named for Walter A. Johnson, who came to Presbyterian College in 1915 when he was 22 and served as coach and athletic director for 43 years. President John McSween dedicated Bailey Stadium at the opening home football game of the 1928 season. The 3,000 seat facility, which is now used as the home site by the Blue Hose men and women s lacrosse teams, resulted mainly from a $10,000 gift from W.J. Bailey, Clinton banker and industrialist, as a memorial to his son William Cyrus Bailey, The Johnson Field at Old Bailey Stadium Bailey Foundation provided for the renovation of the track and stadium in The facility served as the home field for the Blue Hose football program from its opening prior to the 1928 season until the first two games of the 2002 season. During that time, the Blue Hose compiled a record of , good for a.626 winning percentage. PC Baseball Complex The Presbyterian College baseball team plays its home games at one of the most attractive facilities in South Carolina, the PC Baseball Complex. The Complex is located at the eastern end of the college campus and was built in the late 1980 s. The facility has served as host to numerous postseason events at the collegiate and high school level over the years. The complex boasts a covered batting facility down the first base line and a 10- inning scoreboard located behind the leftfield fence. PC Softball Complex Bailey Memorial Stadium During the 2002 season, Presbyterian College opened the new 6,500-seat Bailey PC Baseball Complex Memorial Stadium. This state-of-the-art facility features a multi-level press box, a spacious field house, and concession stands for home and visiting fans. Guarding the entrance to Bailey Memorial Stadium is a 15-foot statue, which was graciously donated by Mr. Irwin Belk, of the Blue Hose mascot, nicknamed Cyrus. Scotsman Club members will have the opportunity to watch exciting Blue Hose football from the loggia level, which has open access to the home stands and a superb view of the playing field. The second story of the press box is the president s level. Special guests will enjoy Blue Hose football from the plush surroundings of the private president s box. Also located on this level is the game operations box, home and visiting radio booths which are located on each end of this level, and the sports information box. The top level of the press box is the film level, which offers coaches boxes and a filming area for both teams. The playing surface, Claude Crocker Field, is made of bermuda grass. Located at the west end of Crocker Field is the Yonce Field House. The 9,000-square-foot facility houses both home and visiting football teams with locker room facilities. A doctor s office and a sports medicine taping room are also located in the field house. INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 15

16 BLUE HOSE SUPPORT STAFF Bobby Bentley Football Eric Cash Strength & Conditioning Jason Childs Men s Lacrosse Tyler Davis Women s Tennis Assistant Coach Men s BKB Nelson Jones Director of Sports Medicine Dave Majeski Softball Sherry Medlin Administrative Assistant Dick Newman Director Physical Education Elton Pollock Baseball Dr. Craig Powell Faculty Athletic Representative Brian Purcell Women s Soccer Jessica Vanco Women s Basketball Heide Zeiser Assistant Athletic Trainer/SWA Thomas Addison M& W Golf Bee Carlton Director of Athletics Patric Hynes Men s Tennis Thad Palmer Men s and Women s Cross Country 16 Chris Belshe Volleyball Laurie Addison Cheerleading Coordinator 2008 BLUE HOSE LACROSSE Bret Boulware Men s Soccer Ronny Fisher Caroline Spearman Assistant Athletic Trainer Kevin Caldwell Athletic Field Coordinator Brian Hand Director of Sports Information & Game Operations Gregg Nibert Men s Basketball Mike Smith Associate AD/ Internal Operations/Compliance

17 BLUE HOSE RECORD BOOK SEASON-BY-SEASON RESULTS 2006 (2-12) Date Opponent Score F17 vs (4) Limestone 1-27 F22 at Mars Hill 7-23 F25 vs Manhattanville M3 vs Wingate 3-19 M8 vs Lees-McRae M11 at St. Andrews 2-25 M18 vs Belmont Abbey 8-19 M25 at Pfeiffer 9-15 M28 at Queens 2-16 A1 at Saint Leo 5-20 A8 vs Catawba (3-11) Date Opponent Score F17 at (6) Limestone 5-20 F28 at Virginia Military 6-13 M3 at Wingate 6-21 M6 vs Mars Hill 7-14 M9 vs Pfeiffer 9-7 M12 vs (8) Molloy M14 vs St. Michael s (Vt.) 9-19 M18 vs Seton Hill 11-9 M21 at Lees-McRae M24 at Catawba 9-17 M28 at Belmont Abbey M31 vs (9) St. Andrew s A7 vs Queens 9-15 A14 vs St. Leo TEAM STATISTICS Goals-Shot Attempts Goals Scored Average Shot Percentage Shots On Goal-Attempts Shots On Goal Pct Shots/Game Assists Goals-Opportunities Conversion Pct Total Goals Man-up Goals Man-down Goals Unassisted Goals Overtime Goals Ground Balls Turnovers Caused Turnovers Faceoffs (W-L) Faceoffs (W-L) Pct Clears Clears Pct Penalties (Number) Penalties (Minutes) : :00 Goalkeeper Minutes : :59 Goals Against Goals Against Average Saves Saves Percentage Shots Faced INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 17

18 BLUE HOSE RECORD BOOK INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Goals Jared Domino/ Tim Cassios Brian Foley Assists Jared Domino Brian Foley Points Jared Domino Brian Foley Shots William Hackett Brian Foley Shot Percentage (min. 10 shots) Billy Rinaldi Jake White Shots On Goal William Hackett Brian Foley Shots On Goal Percentage (min. 10 shots) Jared Domino Billy Rinaldi Game Winning Goals Tim Cassios Brian Foley Man-up Goals Jared Domino/ Tim Cassios Three tied BLUE HOSE LACROSSE Man-down Goals William Hackett None Ground Balls Drew Tobias Ben Ewing Turnovers Tyler Dunn Brian Foley Caused Turnovers Drew Tobias Drew Tobias Faceoffs (W-L) Walton Crosby Ben Ewing Faceoff (W-L) Pct. Drew Tobias Ben Ewing Penalty-Minutes Ashton Elmore Carl Spilly Goalkeeper Minutes Played David Hetu :00 Pat Slaughter :59 Goals Against David Hetu Pat Slaughter Goals Against Average David Hetu Pat Slaughter Saves David Hetu Pat Slaughter Saves Percentage David Hetu Pat Slaughter Shots Faced David Hetu Pat Slaughter

19 2007 STATISTICS SHOTS GOALS---- ## Name GP-GS G A Pts Sh Shot% SOG SOG% GW UP DN GB T/O CT Faceoff Pct Pen-Min Brian Foley Sean Mulford Jeremy Metcalfe George McManus Ben Ewing Jake White Billy Rinaldi Casey Minick Bryce Simantel Walton Crosby Drew Tobias Steve Getty Billy Schilling Campbell Ware David Clark Pat Slaughter T.J. Scott Robert Watters Matt Christ Andy Halperin Chris Williams Ryan Boyce Jason Bentley John Mark Dias Reece LeMay Clint Armstrong Nick Plaisted Carl Spilly Total Opponents GOAL AVERAGE--- --SAVES-- -RECORD- Shots ## Name GP-GS Minutes GA GAAvg Saves Pct W L T Faced Pat Slaughter : Total : Opponents : GOALS BY PERIOD 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total Presbyterian Opponents SHOTS BY PERIOD 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total Presbyterian Opponents SHOTS ON GOAL BY PRD 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total Presbyterian Opponents SAVES BY PERIOD 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total Presbyterian Opponents INAUGURAL NCAA DIVISION I SEASON 19

20 WHAT IS A BLUE HOSE? THE BLUE HOSE A Blue Hose is a fierce Scotch-Irish warrior. If you have ever seen the movie Braveheart, you have seen a true Blue Hose. Despite this depiction, it still has been asked many times where Presbyterian College received its Blue Hose nickname. Several rumors exist and Ray Frank in his book, What s In A Nickname delved into the subject. Frank discovered that there were many opinions. One story had it that the Presbyterian Scotch-Irish wore blue stockings in the Puritan beginnings of our country. Another said that a fierce war-like band of Scotch-Irish named the Hose painted their entire bodies blue before going into battle. Yet, probably the true story lies in a letter dated June 15, 1935, written by then PC athletic director Walter Johnson to an inquiring English professor in Virginia... [quoting from Walter Johnson s letter] It was about the second or third year, 1915, if I remember right. I think it happened this way: I changed uniform colors to blue, wearing blue stockings and jerseys, and some sports writer started calling in his articles the Presbyterian College teams the Blue Stockings.... in later years Stocking became abbreviated to the Hose, particularly in newspaper headlines, and was more or less officially adopted by the student body in the 1950 s. All the PC media guides since 1996 continued to elaborate on the issue, quoting an article by Ben Hay Hammet entitled The Spirit of PC. The piece by Hammet articulated that, Johnson always insisted on the fact that his players wear long blue socks similar to stockings (after all, there were White Sox and Red Sox in baseball). Coach Johnson s explanation may simply be coincidental to the fact that the phrase Blue Stocking Presbyterian goes back informally quite a few years in the denomination s history. Nevertheless, PC s athletic nickname was shortened to Blue Hose in BLUE HOSE LACROSSE