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May 2007 - Lynx Eliminated in Warrior Classic Semi Finals
The Lynx entered the Warrior Classic with three guest players from the LUSC Hawks (Mo Combs, Christine Fletcher & Madison Bueter), replacing the injured Kristyn Hatke and unavailable Madison Bridges. In the first game the Lynx fell behind early to the Cincinnati West Wildfire. The Lynx dominated the second half, but could not score until a stunning 25 yeard strike from Lauren Hoover tied the game. In the closing minutes Rachel Gary took the ball from a Wildfire forward and launched a counter attack. After beating three players a beautifully weighted through ball allowed Mo Combs to score the winner on her Lynx debut.
The Lynx got off to a bright start against Warren County when, despite a leg injury that prevented her playing in goal, Brooke Mauro burst through to open the scoring. Unfortunately, inexperienced goal keeping allowed Warren county to pull level. Katie Mueller restored the Lynx lead in the second half, but Warren County came back again. However, over the final 15 minutes the Lynx played controlled soccer and Lauren Hoover atoned for her earlier error by scoring the winner.
In the final group game the Lynx played their finest complete game of the Spring season against Shelby County Alliance. The Lynx controlled the game, not allowing SCA any clear goal scoring opportunities. Goals from Heather McNutt, Lauren Hoover & Rachel Gary sealed a comfortable 3-0 victory.
The semi final match up against the physical Loveland Chargers on the small Beavercreek game field was always going to prove difficult for the Lynx. The Lynx got off to a poor start when a defensive blunder gifted the Chargers an early lead. However, the Lynx settled down and shortly before half time Lauren Heger got onto the end of a teasing cross from Claire Webb to tie the game. Moments later heger almost gave the Lynx the lead when she hit the woodwork twice in a matter of seconds. A slow start to the second half saw the Chargers take the lead again. The Chargers defended well in the second half and it took a fine individual effort from Lauren Hoover to force overtime. Defending corner kicks had been the Lynx achilles heel all season and poor marking allowed the Loveland striker a free header in overtime. The Chargers held on to win 3-2.
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October 2006 - Tough Loss Eliminates Lynx From FC Pride Cup
September 2006 - Lynx make Mead CUSA Cup semi-finals
August 2006 - Third Time's a Charm at Arsenal Challenge Cup
The opening game saw the Lynx record a 2-1 victory over SC Alliance (Sidney, OH). Although the Lynx dominated possession for the entire game, they struggled to find the back of the Shelby County net. Lauren Hoover gave the the Lynx an early lead, but a defensive lapse allowed SC Alliance to equalize just before half time. After the break, the Lynx squandered several goal scoring opportunities before a fine individual effort from Makinna Patrick resulted in the game winner.
Both teams suffered in the stifling heat in the Indy Burn game. Cailyn Wachtel pounced on a Claire Webb through ball to give the Lynx an early lead. However, Indy Burn struck back and the teams went into half time tied at one each. The game remained tied until the Lynx got a lucky break when Lauren Heger returned a goalie punt from 40 yards for a goal. However, there was nothing lucky about the third goal. Lauren Hoover crossed a free kick from outside the penalty area and Katie Mueller applied a glancing header past the stunned Indy Burn defense, making the final score was 3-1.
The game against Warren County Blue followed a similar pattern in the first half, with the Lynx playing excellent defense, controlling possession, but struggling to finish. However, in the second half the Lynx offense clicked with goals from Wachtel, Hoover, Heather McNutt & Rachel Gary. The final score was comfortable 4-0 win.
Having lost in the final for two consecutive years the Lynx were determined to go one better this time around. To provide even further incentive, the Lynx played the reigning CUSL Premier champions Cincinnati Classics Hammer. The Lynx produced maybe their most impressive 50 minutes of soccer to date. Amy Dean, Madison Bridges, Rachel Gary and Heather McNutt played outstanding team defense, not allowing the Classics an open shot on goal the whole game. Keeper Brooke Mauro commanded the penalty area, quickly gathering up any balls played into it. Lauren Heger, Kristyn Hatke and Claire Webb won the battle in midfield, using the possession gained to launch numerous attacks. Up front, Cailyn Wachtel, Lauren Hoover, Makinna Patrick and Katie Mueller created many goal scoring opportunities, but couldn't quite break down the stubborn Classics defense. The coaches were preparing for over time when McNutt released Hoover with a great through ball. Lauren faked right, cut left past the last defender and drove the ball past the keeper. Twenty seconds later the final whistle blew and the Lynx had broken their ACC jinx.
April 2006 - Lynx Win 2 Games at Miami Spring Classic
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