LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Soccer went on the road and grabbed a point in a scoreless draw against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to begin the Ohio Valley Conference season on Thursday night.
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With the 0-0 tie, Southern Indiana extended its unbeaten streak to four games after the third straight tie for the Screaming Eagles. USI moved its overall record to 1-5-4 while starting 0-0-1 in OVC play. Little Rock moved to 3-2-5 on the season and 0-1-1 in conference action.
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In Thursday’s match, shots on goal were at a premium, as both defenses played well. The possession battle went back-and-forth with neither side able to gain consistent control. Early in the first half, Little Rock pushed forward into the attacking third, but Southern Indiana’s defense halted any advancement. Little Rock had a shot on goal in the 25th minute, but the attempt was an easy save for USI’s redshirt freshman goalkeeper Anna Markland (Hoover, Alabama). The battle for possession in the midfield led to a scoreless first half.
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The flow of the match did not swing too much after the intermission, but the Screaming Eagles recorded their first shot of the contest in the 52nd minute from senior midfielder Avery Schone (Galena, Ohio). Markland gloved her second save of the game on a high-centered shot in the 62nd minute. Midway into the second half, sophomore midfielder Peyton Murphy (Bargersville, Indiana) fired away a pair of shots, but both were blocked by the Trojans. In the final three minutes, the Eagles had a pair of chances that threatened the goal. Following a long throw-in, senior midfielder Paige Vanek (St. Charles, Missouri) headed the ball on the backend, but Little Rock’s keeper saved it. With less than 30 seconds remaining, sophomore midfielder Emma Thurston (Leawood, Kansas) whipped a shot toward goal that was also saved, keeping the match scoreless.
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Both teams tallied five shots and two on goal apiece. Markland made two saves for USI, while Little Rock split halves in goal between graduate Marie Cimatti and sophomore Peyton Urban. Urban made both saves for Little Rock. For USI, Vanek and Thurston registered the shots on goal for the Eagles. Murphy led Southern Indiana with her two shot attempts. USI’s defensive unit was solid once again, as Markland, sophomore Charli Grafton (Sunriver, Oregon), sophomore Abby Rhoutsong (Newburgh, Indiana), and senior Alexis Schone (Galena, Ohio) played all 90 minutes. Freshman Kamryn Bea (O’Fallon, Missouri) played 83 minutes in a strong start along USI’s backline.
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USI continues the OVC road swing at Tennessee Tech University on Sunday at 1 p.m. Sunday’s contest can be seen with a subscription to ESPN+. Additional coverage links are on the USI Women’s Soccer schedule page on usiscreamingeagles.com.
USI grabs a point with scoreless draw in OVC opener
DEACONESS SPORTS PARK TO HOST THE 24th ANNUAL JACK KOHLMEYER FALL CLASSIC
Where:Â Deaconess Sports Park Pond (4300 Heckel Road, Evansville, IN 47725)
Frontier League Awards Membership to New England
The Frontier League announced today that its Board of Directors has issued membership
for a new team that will play at Campanelli Stadium in Brockton, Massachusetts beginning
with the upcoming 2024 season. This continued growth of the Frontier League is
especially noteworthy as it creates the league’s first team to play in New England. The
New England club will play in the Eastern Division of the Frontier League beginning with
the upcoming 2024 season and will bring the total number of permanent members of the
league to sixteen teams.
The New England expansion team is owned by Brian Kahn, who also holds ownership ofthe Windy City ThunderBolts within the Frontier League. Windy City hosted the 2023 All-
Star Game and was recently recognized as the Frontier League’s Organization of the Year.Under Mr. Kahn’s leadership, the New England organization will be similarly steadfast in its mission to offer baseball as an affordable and enriching family entertainment
experience. This commitment extends to enhancing community engagement, providing
exceptional customer service, fostering innovation, investing in the professional growth
of its dedicated team, and continuously improving the game-day experience for fans.
“We are excited to be adding a tremendous sports market in Brockton and a great facility
in Campanelli Stadium to the Frontier League,†said deputy commissioner Steve Tahsler.
“Windy City is one of our best regarded operations, and we are confident that the
management and staff in Brockton will provide an amazing atmosphere and service to the
Brockton community.â€
Mayor Robert F. Sullivan expressed his enthusiasm for the news, “Brockton is a proud
sports city and has a particularly long history in baseball as it is the birthplace of the
catcher’s mitt. It is fitting that the next era of professional baseball in New England will
call Brockton home. We are so excited for the return of pro ball to the City of Champions
and look forward to welcoming fans across New England to Campanelli Stadium.
“I’d like to express my gratitude to the City of Brockton for their unwavering support and,
of course, to the Frontier League for this exciting opportunity to bring high-quality,
independent professional baseball to New England. Our aim is to create a team that
unites the entire region and becomes a pivotal force in the Frontier League, enriching the
vibrant sports culture of New England,†said Owner, Brian Kahn.
The addition of Brockton removes the Empire State Greys from the schedule. “We
appreciate the dedication of the Empire League, Eddie Gonzalez, and Jerry Gonzalez over
the past two seasons. They are a quality organization that operated with strong integrity
during their time playing in the Frontier League,†added Tahsler.
Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement revealing the team’s name, as well as the
appointment of its manager and coaching staff.
THUNDERBOLTS SIGN DEFENSEMAN HAYDEN FORDÂ
Evansville, In.:  The Evansville Thunderbolts and Head Coach/Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes are pleased to announce the signing of defenseman Hayden Ford for the 2023-24 season.  The Thunderbolts’ 2023-24 season will get underway on Saturday, October 21st at Ford Center as they host the Huntsville Havoc.
Ford comes to Evansville following five years at Buffalo State College, scoring 3 goals and 32 points between 2018-2023.  Prior to college, the  Medford, New Jersey native previously played two seasons of junior hockey in the EHL for the Philadelphia Revolution, scoring 3 goals and 42 points in 78 games between 2016-2018.  In reaction to signing with Evansville, Ford commented: “I’m extremely excited to play this season in Evansville, I’ve heard nothing but great things about the organization and the city!  I can’t wait to get started, I’m looking forward to contributing my all to the team’s success while playing in front of such a dedicated and passionate fan base at Ford Center!â€
In reaction to adding Ford, Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes commented: “Hayden skates well and has a high hockey IQ.  He is a good defender whose abilities will also help our transition game.â€
EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT
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LETTER TO EDITOR: MAYORAL CANDIDATE MICHAEL DAUGHERTY RELEASE RESULTS OF PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS CONCERNING BOND DEBT OF EVANSVILLE
Letter To Editor: by Evansville Mayoral Candidate Michael Daugherty Â
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
I would like to thank the Vanderburgh County Auditor, Brian Gerth, for being transparent and responding to my “Public Records Request” in a timely manner.
I have utilized the “Access To Public Records Act (APRA)”, to find information about the spending habits of the Winnecke Administration and current members of the Evansville City Council.
VANDERBURGH SUPERIOR COURT AWARDED $700,000 TO ASSIST VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT
Vanderburgh Superior Court has been awarded a $700,000 grant by the Office on Violence against Women under the Justice for Families Program. Â
In partnership with Parenting Time Center, YWCA, Albion Fellows Bacon Center, Holly’s House, the Legal Aid Society, and the Volunteer Lawyer Program of Southwestern Indiana, the Grant will be used to improve the capacity of the Courts and community to respond to families affected by domestic/dating violence or stalking, sexual assault, and cases involving allegations of child sexual abuse.Â
Funding will continue operation of the Protective Order Assistance Office which provides services to those seeking help in completing applications for Protection Orders, advises victims about court procedures, delivers interpreter services, and educates domestic violence or sexual assault victims on the various resources available to them within our community. The Grant will also continue to supply Guardian ad Litem services in child custody/visitation cases where domestic violence is a factor, and to fund supervised parenting time and exchange services to domestic violence victims.Â
Additionally, the Grant will finance Civil Legal Assistance to represent victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault for their Protection Order Hearings. Domestic violence victims with Limited English Proficiency will be provided Spanish or Haitian Creole speaking DV Advocates to assist them. The Grant will deliver further training on the issues of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking to attorneys, Guardian ad Litems, bilingual advocates, and the Protective Order Assistance Office Staff to afford better services for victims.