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Show B2 SPORTS OCTOBER 22,2012 Men's soccer in a must-win position The UVU Review is proud to unveil its new community events calendar powered by SpinGo. It's not even a calendar on steroids — it's a must have informational tool for the fun side of the semester. Check it out at www,uvureview.comicalendar-the-v 44Ca:Pw powered by spir1,3o CARLOS SANCHEZ/UVU REVIEW With a few regular season games ahead, the men's soccer team is playing to secure a spot in the regional tournament. Winning the regional tournament at Utah would send the men's soccer team to nationals By Matthew Baiamonte Sports Writer mattbaiamonte@gmail.com Text "wolverine" to 47464 for more info 1111 UT 84058 801-431-0000 RATES STARTING AT $275 Lease today for a waived deposit of $2501* Wolverine Crossing embodies student life at its finest, offering affordable Orem student housing within walking distance of Utah Valley University and on the bus route to UVU & BYU. Our fully furnished apartments, featuring high speed Internet and cable television, provide everything a student needs for comfort, study, and relaxation. At Wolverine Crossing it's all about you and the most satisfying university experience possible. The men's soccer team is preparing to potentially earn a spot in this year's national tournament. The University of Utah will be hosting the regional tournament, which precedes nationals, on Oct. 26 and 27. The winner of this tournament will earn a spot to play for a national championship, something Weber State accomplished last season. That is last year, but this year Ben Holms believes the team has what it takes to win it all. "I feel like we have an amazing chance to go to nationals this year," Holms said. At the beginning of this month, the team went toe-to-toe with BYU, losing a close game to the Cougars. Although the outcome wasn't what the Wolverines wanted, they played well and have built upon that effort. They went on to beat Weber State, last year's national champions, by playing great defense and controlling possession. UVU won 1-0. "I felt like we played alright," Holms said. "It definitely wasn't our best game. We had our moments where we played well. We had more shots on goal and penetrated more then they did and we finished the game." Following that victory, they suffered a tough setback to the Utes, losing 2-1. The loss itself doesn't tell the full story. Utah scored early on a penalty kick and took a 1-0 lead into the half. The Wolverines came out strong and equalized before Utah took the lead for good. "I felt like we won the game," Holms said. "We just didnt have enough points." The Wolverines were a few unlucky breaks away from beating Utah for a second time this season. They had several shots on goal bounce off the goalposts and came up empty on a couple of corner opportunities. Execution will be key if the Wolverines want to win the regional tournament and play for a national title. That isn't the only thing that UVU can improve upon before the tournament begins. Holm said that chemistry and communication are things the team can do better as well as "having the confidence that we are the team that played well versus BYU." Considering there are only four returning players from last year's squad, the fact that this team is in a position to win the regional tournament this weekend comes as impressive to even themselves. "The things that we have done this year have been amazing," Holms said. A national championship would be a great way to exit the club level before they become a scholarship team in the 2014 season. What a way that would be to enter the Western Athletic Conference. /I some restrictions apply. See leasing office for more details. 11 si abliatrosts ofiec... 1 / MISSIONARY DISCOUNTS .11WISDOM TEETH ONLY BY SPECIALISTS 4_, 1# 1,1i 641 ',<g PLUS, HAYRIDES, ROIL .4‘7 tee ;MECHINICPL BULL,Tit*k 1 CIMPFIRES, PP UNE IMP MORE THIN 40 OTHER liCTIVITIES! Mon. Fri and Sat nights, plus Oct. 25 & 30 Located at Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed? Before you call your gentral dentist, Call a Specia, At Wisdom Teeth Onl by Specialists we match any legitimate fee advertised by any general dentist! (801) 356m2229 Call to make an appointment today! at Thankgiving Point Screamin' Pass Discount when purchased online at www.insanitypoint.com using discount code UVUSCREAM , 11715Firirli711 (801) 794-FARM 771171111 _r insanitypoint.com |