Snapshots of Bethel athletics excitement throughout the first month of school
By Carlo Holmberg
Senior forward Maggie Sipe (4) dribbles through a Northwestern defender. The Royals women’s soccer team defeated the Eagles 3-0 on Aug. 31.
Sophomore middle blocker Maria Claflin skies to attack the net against Wisconsin-Stout on Sept. 21. The Robertson Center was packed for the Friday night match, which saw the Royals defeat the Blue Devils in three sets.
Senior forward Brendan Reich (9) elevates for a header attempt against Northwestern on Sept. 4. Reich has recorded 10 shots on goal for the Royals this season.
Bethel head football coach Steve Johnson addresses his team after a 32-27 victory over Wisconsin-River Falls on Sept. 8. The Royals are 3-0 on the young season.
Sophomore right-side Macie Gavic (5) spikes the ball in Bethel’s home opener against Minnesota-Morris on Sept. 4. The Royals defeated the Cougars in three straight sets.
Lauren Davis (22) and Karlie Perkins (17) celebrate with Brooke Ogne after Ogne scored the winning goal against St. Olaf on Sept. 18. The Royals prevailed 2-1 in overtime.
Sophomore forward Cobi Heckmann (22) races to catch the ball and attack the net. Bethel’s men’s soccer squad knocked off Northwestern by a score of 1-0 on Sept. 4.