After a 2012 season in which the South Siders went 26–11, this year’s 17-15 record was a little disappointing, but the team is already focused on improving for next year.
Tatiana Fields, Chicago Maroon
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Cygan, Lopez the stars in South Siders’ topsy-turvy season
Maroons close season with split against Elmhurst
The Maroons split their last doubleheader of the season against Elmhurst (17–15) on Tuesday.
After split with Vikings, seniors finish strong against Beloit
In a doubleheader at North Park (19–11) this Friday, the Maroons (17–15) bounced back for a decisive win in their second game after suffering a shutout loss in their first.
Defense dominant, but squad drops three of four
Wednesday and Thursday brought four low-scoring games and a 1–3 record for the Maroons.
Offense only supports pitching for one game of doubleheader
The South Siders (13–11) ended their five-game losing streak at home on Sunday against Wheaton (15–12), winning the first game of their doubleheader 4–0 before dropping the second, 3–2.
With pitching on point, focus shifts to hitting
Despite the Maroons’ strong showing on defense, their offense just couldn’t deliver as they dropped both games of their doubleheader against Illinois Wesleyan (22–7) at home on Tuesday.
Offense stifled in losses to North Central
On Saturday, the Maroons (12–8) dropped both games of their doubleheader to No. 23 North Central (25–1) in Naperville, IL.
Defense the focus against No. 29 North Central Cardinals
Since their game against Illinois Wesleyan on Tuesday was postponed due to inclement weather, the Maroons have shifted their focus to defeating No. 23 North Central College (23–1) on Saturday.
South Siders take two from Vikings, hand Warhawks first loss
This weekend, the Maroons capped off two victories against Lawrence by handing UW–Whitewater its first loss of the season. The South Siders (12–6) secured two wins against the Vikings, and then split their doubleheader against the Warhawks.
After sweep of Lake Forest, Maroons to face Vikings, Warhawks
After sweeping a doubleheader against Lake Forest on Thursday, the Maroons prepare for weekend games against UW-Whitewater and Lawrence.
Fourteen Maroons to compete at NCAAs
The pressure is on for the 14 Maroons that qualified for the upcoming D-III Nationals. After a six-month-long season, everything comes down to this final meet for these select athletes, and the Maroons are hoping for their best finish ever.
Second-years shine at NCAA regionals
Four members of the team competed in Diving Zones to qualify for Nationals this weekend, only two members made the cut and will compete in D-III Championships.
At Diving Zones, four Maroons pursue Nationals berths
This weekend, the South Siders will compete at the NCAA Diving Zones. Four members of the diving team will be competing at Zones, their only chance to qualify for Nationals.
Individual performances come into focus at Midwest Invitational
The team took a backseat at the Midwest Invitational this weekend as the Maroons shift their focus toward individual qualification for the NCAA Championships next month.
Men’s and women’s squads finish in top three at UAA Championships
On the women’s side, the Maroons achieved a second place finish behind an unyielding Emory with a total of 1,435 points. On the men’s side, the South Siders tallied 1,230.5 points to finish at a solid third place behind Emory and Carnegie Mellon.
For young team, landslide loss to DI UIC serves as a quick, helpful tennis lesson
The Maroon women’s tennis team got off to a rough start this season, losing their opening dual contest in a 7–0 landslide to UIC. Considering UIC is a D-I team, the South Siders faced some of the toughest competition they will face all year in the Flames, and can only improve from this match on.
Maroon women fly, men flounder in matchup against DePauw
The Maroons traveled to Greencastle, IN, and split the results of their dual meet against DePauw. The women’s team won 176–123; the men’s team lost 187–110.
South Siders exceed expectations in loss to DI Panthers
Chicago wasn’t expected to beat the visiting UW–Milwaukee Panthers last weekend, but that wasn’t the Maroons’ primary concern. Despite losses on both the men and women’s sides, both teams were able to log valuable experience against a heavily favored DI squad.
South Siders welcome Panthers for final home duals of season
The South Siders face DI UW–Milwaukee after both the men’s and women’s sides lost to them last year.
South Siders reign supreme at Chicago Invitational
The long winter layoff for the Maroons did no harm, as they swept the Chicago Invitational this weekend with decisive victories on both the men’s and women’s sides.
Just keep swimming: Season resumes following Puerto Rican training trip
Twelve teams will be coming to compete against Chicago in the Invitational, including traditionally competitive teams Lincoln College and Calvin College.
Top 5 TV shows of the year
Here are the shows we hope will be renewed in 2013.
Chicago men grab first, women take second at Phoenix Fall Classic
After a long three days of competition, the men’s swim team took a decisive first place at the Phoenix Fall Classic, while the women’s team was narrowly defeated and had to settle for second.
Wash U dominance at Elmhurst ends a promising Chicago season
After a 3–1 victory over Benedictine (30–5) on Friday, the Maroons fell to the third-ranked Bears 3–0 on Saturday to cut their postseason short.
These Bears are best: Maroons ousted from NCAA contention
Chicago (12–6–0, 4–3–0) held their own against Wash U but suffered defeat in a 2–1 loss.
Student input helps increase halal offerings
Halal offerings are now available daily at two dining halls.
Take two: Maroons climb in standings with road victories over Case, Rochester
The South Siders (12–5–0, 4–2–0) played two conference matches last weekend against Case and Rochester, and emerged victorious in both.
Conference calling—Maroons take on Case, Rochester
The pressure is on for the Maroons as they head into their last few conference games, starting with a weekend doubleheader against Case Western and Rochester.
Grant among six Maroons to place in top-10 at Cardinal Open
Despite less than ideal weather and muddy conditions, the South Siders came out strong and captured the team title.
Holy smokes! Wheaton douses Chicago’s fire
The Thunder (13–2–2) scored in the fifth minute, and the South Siders (9–4–0, 2–2–0) spent the rest of the game trying to catch up.