August 24, 2001

The Record

Fall Season Preview

Football

The Bears return six defensive starters to a unit that finished third in the nation in total defense in 2000. Key personnel include strong safety Kyle Runnalls, cornerback Quincy Davis, middle linebacker Brandon Roberts and linemen James Molnar and Craig Brockington. On offense, the Bears will need to cut down on last year's 24 turnovers, including 17 in their own end of the field. Senior quarterback Brian Tatom returns for his second season at the helm and will have solid support in tailback John DeLeon, tight end Gus Haug and wideout Jim Donley. On the offensive line, left tackle Tim Gronewold is the only returning player with any significant playing time.

Volleyball

Seniors Julie Suellentrop and Mia Viola bring experience and enthusiasm to the young Bear squad, while junior setter Rebecca Rotello could be the team's cornerstone. The sophomore class is loaded with talent. Last year, middle blocker Amy Brand stepped into a starting role almost immediately and had an outstanding season; she and a host of other sophomores will be keys to the team's success. A strong freshman class will be looked to for depth and enthusiasm. Numerous top schools line the schedule. National powers will come to the University as the Bears will host four tournaments, including the National Invitational Tournament Sept. 14-15 and the University Athletic Association (UAA) Round Robin Sept. 22-23.

Men's soccer

The Bears will look for a big year out of senior Casey Lien, who is coming off of an injury-plagued 2000 season. Key attackers joining Lien up front will be quick junior Mark Gister, the team's leading scorer from last year. Senior Matt Katke and sophomores Steve Bujarski and James Ward will plug the middle, and seniors Sarat Ganga and Derek Tracy will anchor the defense, which allowed only 17 goals last year. Junior Giles Bissonnette is the only returning goalkeeper for the Bears; he started 11 games a season ago and posting a 0.94 goals-against average in 1,057 minutes.

Women's soccer

Forward Jessica Glick will be the crucial player up front; the three-year starter has scored 31 career goals. Midfielder play will be critical, as another three-year starter, senior Stacey Trent, returns in the middle for her final season. Sophomores Brenda Harpole and Lauren Bennett will add depth. Senior Lauren Hyer and sophomore Christine Vavra will anchor the defense, and sophomores Lindsay Farrer and Tana Mitby will contribute. Freshman Kara Karnes also could see some time in the backfield. Returning for her final season in the nets is Stephanie Peters, who made 13 starts last year, posting 0.61 goals-against average and a 9-2 record.

 

Compiled by Keith Jenkins, director, sports information. For up-to-date news about Washington University's athletics program, access the Bears' Web site at bearsports.wustl.edu.

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