By Kristopher Sarikas |Staff Writer| Coyote baseball came home with a tie for 2 in their four game series against the CSU Monterey Bay Otters on the weekend of April 12-14. The Coyotes topped off, winning the first two games of the weekend series, making a great come back during game two. The Otters left with the last two wins, claiming the 28th spot in NCAA collegiate baseball rankings. Stepping out on the field not sure of what was to come, the Yotes scored two runs in the first inning. Richard Mount doubled down the left line, bringing in Billy Hamilton and Curtis Cassise to score. The Coyotes snap their losing streak, winning 5-4 in Fridays game. Saturdays first game … [Read more...] about Water polos CCAA tournament
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Misty Vu: Inspirational athlete
By Inno Sita |Staff Writer| CSUSB women water polo senior utility Misty Vu is unpredictably the most dazzling player this season. With her remarkable goals and terrific efforts, she’s consistently helping her team to remain confident. Vu persistently obtains the most leading scores for each game she plays, she’s known as the nation’s leading goal scorer. According to the records, Misty Vu, scored 120 goals for the Coyotes last season. She’s named second-team All-WWPA and has had five saves with 44 assists and 72 steals. This season as a senior, she studied all her mistakes and is willing to work hard for a great season. With her significant performances, we sat down with … [Read more...] about Misty Vu: Inspirational athlete
Misty Vu Profile
By James Kohler |Staff Writer| http://youtu.be/t4Bw5MAf9tM A profile on CSUSB water polo captain Misty Vu, the nation's leading goal scorer during the 2011-2012 season. … [Read more...] about Misty Vu Profile
Vu’s 120 goals ties water polo record
By Amy Cutillo |Staff Writer| Misty Vu is not only owning the water here at CSUSB but she is also leading herself into a life filled with much success. Vu is a utility player for the Coyote water polo team. Being a utility player requires that you can play several positions competently, and that is more than likely the reason Vu is so skilled at her sport. She has played the field now for three and a half years. Vu began playing water polo eight years ago as a goalie during summer school her freshman year. “After my freshman year in high school, I just loved it. Everyday before practice started I’d have my bag packed already, and wake up an hour early the day of practice,” said … [Read more...] about Vu’s 120 goals ties water polo record
Water polo continues to struggle
By Alexandra Cannady |Staff Writer| The Coyotes were dealt a loss of 13-8 by the Monterey Bay Otters as the opposition utilized a defense unfamiliar to them. “They had a different house defense including their goalie and an extra field player in the cage, making it hard to get around,” said senior Shelle Kocher. Head coach Sarah Reneker also admitted that her team was unprepared for the defensive set that the Otters put forth against them. “Their defense was not common and rather difficult. I think we could have broken it down but we made it harder than it was as we tried too hard,” said Reneker. The start of the match was rough as the Coyotes fell behind 10–3 at the half. The … [Read more...] about Water polo continues to struggle
Water polo starting to get on track
By Alexandra Cannady |Staff Writer| Water polo kept their heads above water, defeating Gannon University 12-11 in overtime at the Chapman Mini Tournament, Feb. 25. The Coyotes entered the fourth quarter down by one goal when Captain Misty Vu scored from half-court with one second remaining, sending the match into overtime. “The game was stressful but we did not stop playing until it was over,” said Vu. The squad executed their set offense with Vu scoring eight of the 12 goals made during the match. Jasmine Duran, Shelle Kocher, Shelby McCliman and fellow captain Megan McCarthy followed Vu’s lead, scoring one goal apiece. The squad was able to capture the win despite losing … [Read more...] about Water polo starting to get on track
Water polo itches to scratch win column
By Alexandra Cannady |Staff Writer| Water polo has started their season off with an 0-6 start. Though down, the team is not out and continues to practice hard, working on adjustments that will improve the team’s performance. Recently, the team participated in the Occidental Mini tournament Feb. 11 versus the Azusa Pacific Cougars and Occidental College. The Coyotes came up short in both matches with a score of 16-11 against Azusa and 20-7 in the match against Occidental. Coach Sarah Reneker’s squad had the game all tied up in the first quarter 2-2. Azusa Pacific made a few adjustments and took it to the Coyotes, scoring seven more goals before the half. “We had the game … [Read more...] about Water polo itches to scratch win column
Water polo remains at bay, but optimist
By Alexandra Cannady |Staff Writer| Water polo began their season Jan. 29 with two losses against Whittier College and University of Redlands. Captain Misty Vu was a bright spot for the Coyotes as she led them in scoring with three goals during the match against Whittier and one goal against Redlands. Vu made her goals in the first two periods against Whittier, keeping the Coyotes in the game as they faced a one goal deficit. Whittier used a strong third quarter to pull away, scoring four goals in the period. Vu and senior Shelle Kocher made one goal apiece against the Redlands Bulldogs, but the team as a faced a 3-2 deficit after the first quarter. The Bulldogs then pulled away … [Read more...] about Water polo remains at bay, but optimist
Bright future in Vu
By Britney Carter |Staff Writer| Misty Vu, has helped lead the Coyote’s water polo team to great victories in the years she has played at CSUSB. Now with graduation slowly creeping around the corner, Vu must consider where she wants to go next. “I plan on going to grad school,” said Vu. “But if all else fails, I want to go backpacking in Europe.” Vu graduated from John W. North High School in 2008 where she originally began her illustrious water polo career. She played all four years and was named first team all-Ivy League for water polo. In 2009, Vu's real journey began when she joined the CSUSB water polo team. “I have a passion for the sport, it’s something that … [Read more...] about Bright future in Vu