January 24, 2015
Mackey’s Record Setting Night Overshadowed as Flames Beat Banana Slugs
Sarah Mackey had twelve rebounds to become the women’s basketball all-time leading rebounder but it was not enough as the Banana Slugs fell to NCCAA opponent Bethesda University of California 60-58 Saturday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
January 24, 2015
#14 Banana Slugs Starts 2015 Season with Defeat
UC Santa Cruz, who was ranked #14 in the ITA preseason coaches’ poll, started their 2015 season with a match against NAIA Division I opponent Westmont College.
January 23, 2015
Banana Slugs Wins Third in a Row
UC Santa Cruz hosted NAIA #3 Concordia University of Irvine Friday on the first night of a two night series between the two schools. The Banana Slugs came back twice from a one set deficit to win the match 3-2.
January 24, 2015
Banana Slugs Wins In Four
UC Santa Cruz hosted NAIA #2 Concordia University of Irvine Saturday on the second night of a back-to-back-to-back for the Banana Slugs as they host NAIA competition.
January 23, 2015
Men's Basketball Honor UCSC Faculty and Staff
Before the Slugs took to the floor on Thursday night, the Men's Basketball team honored UCSC Faculty and Staff that have made a difference in their lives while at UCSC.
January 22, 2015
Townsend’s Game Winner Propels Banana Slugs Past Oaks
James Townsend hit a three pointer with 0.7 seconds left in the game to help UC Santa Cruz defeat NAIA Division II opponent Menlo College 62-59 Thursday night at Kaiser Permanente Arena. The game had fifteen ties and sixteen lead changes.
January 20, 2015
Parrish named Association of Division III Independents women’s basketball Player of the Week
University of California Santa Cruz senior forward Leah Parrish (Fair Oaks, Calif.) has been selected the Association of Division III Independents women’s basketball Player of the Week.
January 17, 2015
#23 Banana Slugs Starts Season with Loss
UC Santa Cruz started their 2015 season with a match against NCAA Division I opponent Santa Clara University. The Broncos used four straight set victories to beat the Banana Slugs 4-0.
January 7, 2015
Banana Slugs Fall Short Against Mustangs
UC Santa Cruz participated in their second dual meet of the season as they took NCAA Division I opponent Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Although having some of their strongest times of the season, UC Santa Cruz fell to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in both the men’s and women’s team competition.
January 15, 2015
Banana Slugs Beat Oaks
UC Santa Cruz used a strong first half defensive effort to defeat Menlo College 71-57 in front of a raucous crowd at West Field House Thursday. The win marked the second in as many years against the Banana Slugs’ NAIA Division II opponent.
January 16, 2015
Banana Slugs Wins Second in a Row with Sweep
UC Santa Cruz hosted their second straight home match Friday as they took on Holy Names University at West Field House.
January 9, 2015
Banana Slugs Sweep First Home Match
UC Santa Cruz opened their 2015 home schedule Friday night as they hosted University of California-Merced at West Field House.
January 10, 2015
Banana Slugs Beat Keelhaulers 74-57
UC Santa Cruz played their first road game of the 2015 calendar year Saturday as they took on California Maritime Academy in Vallejo. The Banana Slugs used a balanced first half to beat the host Keelhaulers 75-57.
January 8, 2015
Warriors Use Strong First Half to Beat Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz played their second game in as many nights Thursday as they took on NAIA Division I member Westmont College at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
January 8, 2015
Westmont Defeats Banana Slugs 43-40
UC Santa Cruz played their first home game of the new year Thursday as they took on NAIA Division I member Westmont College at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
January 7, 2015
Banana Slugs Squeak By Pioneers to Open 2015
UC Santa Cruz started their 2015 portion of their schedule Wednesday night as they took on NAIA Division II member Pacific Union College at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
January 9, 2015
Women's Soccer Winter Player ID Clinic - March 6-8, 2015
The 3-day Player ID (Individual Development) Clinic field sessions are a great way for our staff to see you play on site and also give you the opportunity to meet the current players in the program and see the level here at UCSC.
January 2, 2015
UC Santa Cruz Starts Season with Loss to Cardinal
UC Santa Cruz started their 2015 season with a match against one of the NCAA’s top men’s volleyball in Stanford University.
January 1, 2015
Banana Slugs Start 2015 with a Bang
UC Santa Cruz started 2015 in Southern California as they took on University of La Verne in La Verne
December 20, 2015
Banana Slugs Say Farewell to 2014 with Win over Redlands
UC Santa Cruz played their final game of 2014 against the University of Redlands in Whittier. The game was a part of the Purple and Gold Poet Classic.
December 30, 2014
Banana Slugs Finish 2014 with Win Over Salem State
UC Santa Cruz finished the calendar year Tuesday as they took on Salem State University. The game was the final game for the Banana Slugs’ participation in the Purple and Gold Classic hosted by Whittier College.
December 29, 2015
Poets’ Strong First Half Downs UC Santa Cruz
UC Santa Cruz started their road trip of the 2014 calendar year Monday as they took on Whittier College at the Purple and Gold Poet Classic in Whittier.
December 21, 2015
Strong Start Pushes Banana Slugs Past Pioneers
For the second consecutive game, UC Santa Cruz allowed less than fifteen points in the first half as the Banana Slugs beat Lewis and Clark College 66-39 on Sunday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 29, 2014
Banana Slugs Beat Golden Eagles to Snap Slide
UC Santa Cruz started their time at the Purple and Gold Poet Classic in Whittier. The Banana Slugs’ first opponent was NAIA Division II opponent La Sierra University.
December 27, 2014
Regals Beat Banana Slugs in Overtime
California Lutheran had seven steals in the second half and outscored the Banana Slugs 14-9 in overtime to beat UC Santa Cruz in overtime 72-67.
December 23, 2014
Knights Spear Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz women’s basketball team closed out their home portion of the 2014 calendar year as they took on Calvin College of Michigan Tuesday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 21, 2014
Banana Slugs Beat Bruins
UC Santa Cruz finished the Hotel Paradox Winter Classic as they took on George Fox University. James Townsend scored seventeen points and the Banana Slugs outscored the Bruins by seven in the second half to win 65-62.
December 19, 2014
Chilly Shooting Dooms Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz started the Hotel Paradox Winter Classic tonight as they took on Rhodes College (TN)
December 14, 2014
Banana Slugs’ Comeback Successful Against Eagles
UC Santa Cruz finished their third night of a back-to-back Sunday as they took on Northwest Indian College. The Banana Slugs spotted the Eagles a fourteen point lead in the first half but would come back and win 68-62.
December 14, 2014
Banana Slugs Cruise Past Vikings
UC Santa Cruz allowed only thirteen first half points as the Banana Slugs defeated Lawrence University 57-35 Sunday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 13, 2014
Banana Slugs Beat Beavers
Corey Cilia made a jumper with fifty three seconds left in regulation to tie the game and the Banana Slugs held California Institute of Technology to only three points in overtime for a 60-56 victory Saturday in Pasadena.
December 13, 2014
Banana Slugs Use Strong Second Half to Cruise Past Panthers
UC Santa Cruz allowed eleven second half points as the Banana Slugs cruised past Chapman University 64-36 on Saturday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 12, 2014
Kingsmen Crown Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz was outscored by sixteen and allowed forty-five points in the second half as the Banana Slugs lost 75-61 to California Lutheran University on Friday.
December 12, 2014
Home Cooking Tastes Sweet as Banana Slugs Rout Whittier
UC Santa Cruz held Whittier College scoreless for five and half minutes in the first half and cruised to a 70-41 win Friday night at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 11, 2014
Leah Parrish Named to the All-Pacific Northwest Tournament
Leah Parrish was one of the UC Santa Cruz Women's Basketball Players named to the All-Pacific Northwest Tournament
December 9, 2014
Jared Ponce Named Association of Division III Independents Student- Athlete of the Month for November
The Association of Division III Independents named University of
California Santa Cruz men’s basketball junior guard Jared Ponce, its Student-Athlete of the Month for the month of November.
December 7, 2014
Banana Slugs End Washington Trip with Loss
Pacific Lutheran University would jump out to a 10-2 lead and would cruise to a 67-46 win over UC Santa Cruz in Tacoma.
December 6, 2014
Banana Slugs Rally Falls Short Against Pacific Lutheran
The Banana Slugs finished up their time at the Pacific Northwest Tournament on Saturday as they took on the host Pacific Lutheran University Lutes.
December 5, 2014
Loggers Hand Banana Slugs Fourth Consecutive Loss
University of Puget Sound would score forty in the second half as the Loggers won 65-52 in Tacoma. The game was the first game on the road for the Banana Slugs of the 2014-2015 season.
December 5, 2014
Banana Slugs Rally But Drop Second In a Row
For the second time in as many games, the Banana Slugs were outrebounded and the Banana Slugs dropped their second game in a row on Friday to the University of Puget Sound.
December 30, 2014
Missionaries Defeat Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz would trail 14-0 after the first five minutes and would not recover as Whitman College would cruise to a 72-49 victory over UC Santa Cruz on Sunday in Kaiser Permanente Arena.
November 29, 2014
Athenas Hand Banana Slugs First Loss
Claremont-Mudd-Scripps outrebounded UC Santa Cruz by a double digit margin and handed the Banana Slugs their first loss of the season today.
November 29, 2014
Red Men Edge Banana Slugs in Overtime
Jared Ponce scored thirteen points but the Banana Slugs could not overcome the Red Men of Carthage College as the Red Men won 54-53 in overtime. The game was a part of the UCSC Thanksgiving Classic at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
November 25, 2014
Ponce receives Association of Division III Independents men’s basketball Player of the Week award
University of California Santa Cruz junior guard Jared Ponce (Chino Hills, Calif.) has been awarded the Association of Division III Independents men’s basketball Player of the Week.
November 28, 2014
Mackey Has Career Night as Slugs Sneak By Sagehens
Sarah Mackey had a triple double and UC Santa Cruz came from behind to beat Pomona Pitzer 62-56 on the first day of the CMS Thanksgiving Classic in Claremont.
November 28, 2014
Panthers Overwhelm Banana Slugs
UC Santa Cruz shot a chilly 29.1% from the field and UC Santa Cruz lost the first game of the UCSC Thanksgiving Classic to fellow NCAA Division III opponent Chapman University 68-37.
November 28, 2014
Ponce receives Association of Division III Independents men’s basketball
University of California Santa Cruz junior guard Jared Ponce
(Chino Hills, Calif.) has been awarded the Association of Division III Independents men’s basketball Player of the Week.
November 23, 2014
Banana Slugs Slips By Boxers
UC Santa Cruz finished their weekend trip to Oregon Sunday as they took on Pacific University in Forest Grove
November 23, 2014
Ponce’s Twenty-Three Leads Slugs Past Wildcats
Jared Ponce scored a game high twenty three points and UC Santa Cruz split their two games of the weekend long Holiday Inn Express Classic with a 59-50 win over Linfield College.
November 22, 2014
Banana Slugs Open Oregon Trip with Win
UC Santa Cruz scored twenty-eight points in the paint and had eight blocks as they cruised to a 73-52 win over Willamette University in Salem.
November 21, 2014
Swimming/Diving Wins Finis Swim and Dive Invitational
UC Santa Cruz hosted their second competition of the season this past weekend hosting the Finis Swim and Dive Invitational.
November 21, 2014
Whittier’s Threes Pens Win Against UC Santa Cruz
UC Santa Cruz started their second tournament of the season Friday as they took fellow NCAA Division III member Whittier College.
November 24, 2014
Dr. Cahn Talks About Being a Slug Basketball Player
Before Dr. Susan Cahn became an author and professor at State University at Buffalo, she was a guard on the first-ever UC Santa Cruz women’s basketball teams in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
November 17, 2014
Mackey Leads Santa Cruz Past Cal Lutheran
Sarah Mackey scored 21 points from just about everywhere on the court to lead the Slugs to a 73-48 win over a stubborn Cal Lutheran Regal team.
November 17, 2014
Banana Slugs Beat Bulldogs In Overtime
UC Santa Cruz played their second game of the season Monday afternoon at Kaiser Permanente Arena against the University of Redlands.
November 15, 2014
Crusaders Defeat Banana Slugs in Season Opener
UC Santa Cruz began their 2014-2015 regular season schedule Saturday afternoon as they took on fellow NCAA Division III opponent University of Dallas.
November 15, 2014
Swimming/Diving Competes in Fresno
On a beautiful Saturday morning, the Banana Slugs participated in their first competition in three weeks.
November 16, 2014
Slugs Overcome Slow Start Subdue St. John Fisher in Season Opener
Behind a pair of double doubles by Leah Parrish (22 points,12 rebounds) and Sarah Mackey (15 points, 13 rebounds), UC Santa Cruz overcame a slow start and roared past the St. John Fisher Cardinals 73-47.
November 9, 2014
Banana Slugs Take On Spartans in Exhibition
UC Santa Cruz’s women’s basketball team started their 2014-2015 campaign on Sunday as they went over Highway 17 to take on NCAA Division I opponent San Jose State University in an exhibition.
November 16, 2014
Alexis Dracker Named Defensive Player of the Year for D3 Independents
The 2014 All-Independent Women’s Soccer teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 13, 2014
Association of Division III Independents Names 2014 All-Independent Women’s Volleyball Teams
The 2014 All-Independent Women’s Volleyball teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
October 26, 2014
UC Santa Cruz Finishes Twelfth at Lampkin Grip/Cal Poly Invitational
UC Santa Cruz competed in their final golf tournament of the 2014 calendar year as they participated in the Lampkin Grip/Cal Poly Invitational.
November 16, 2014
Men's Soccer Earn Many Accolades Among D3 Independents
The 2014 All-Independent Men’s Soccer teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 16, 2014
Four Cross Country Runners Named to D3 Independents First Team
The 2014 All-Independent Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 15, 2014
Men's Volleyball teamed up with Save Our Shores
On Saturday November 15th the UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball teamed up with Save Our Shores for a beach clean up.
November 14, 2014
UCSC Men's Soccer 9th Annual 4v4 : Registration Now Open!
Sign up now for the 9th annual UCSC Men's Soccer 4v4 youth soccer jamboree fundraiser on Sunday December 9th on campus at the East Remote Field.
November 12, 2014
Women's Basketball and Santa Cruz Warriors Partner For Toys-for-Tots on Nov. 15th
Basketball and kids, a familiar union. A collaboration which will make a significant difference this season to local children.
November 6, 2014
Women's Soccer to host the 5th Annual 4 v4 Slugfest & Winter Jamboree
On Sunday, December 14, 2014 the UC Santa Cruz Women’s Soccer Team will host the 5th Annual UCSC 4v4 Slugfest & Winter Jamboree.
November 1, 2014
Women's Soccer vs Mills has been cancelled
The Women's Soccer game against Mills College has be cancelled. We are currently looking into rescheduling the game for later this week. Please check back for more details this week.
October 25, 2014
Swimming/Diving Finishes Third in Simons Fraiser/San Jose State Univ. Meet
UC Santa Cruz finished up their second of two meets on Saturday as they took
on NCAA Division I member San Jose State University and NCAA Division II member Simon Fraser
University at the Aquatics Center at San Jose State.
October 25, 2014
Swimming/Diving Competes in First Home Meet
On a rainy Saturday morning in Santa Cruz, the Banana Slugs hosted their first swimming meet of the season.
October 20, 2014
Slugs Squad improving in every competition
After a grueling tournament down at Claremont where the annual ITA Fall Tournament took place the Slugs go back to the drawing board for one more week to end the non-traditional season with the Santa Rosa JC Invitational.
October 21, 2014
Slugs Finish well in the Santa Clara Colby Invitational
The UC-Santa Cruz women’s golf team competed at the Santa Clara Colby Invitational in San Jose, Calif.
October 18, 2014
Swimming/Diving Wins Bay Area Invitational Combined Team Title
On a gorgeous fall day in Oakland, the UC Santa Cruz men’s and women’s
swimming and diving teams kicked off their 2014-2015 schedule at the Bay Area Invitational. The
invitational was hosted by Mills College.
October 6, 2014
Kellie Graves named to Colorado College Tournament
Lady Slugs went 1-3 over the weekend at the Colorado College Tourament.
September 27, 2014
Slugs fight to the end against the Tigers
The UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs took a big step up in class and travelled east to face the University of the Pacific. The Tigers restarted their program this year and were playing their first home game since 1985.
September 28, 2014
Freshmen Slugs looking good in their first ITA Fall Tournament
The first tournament of the non-traditional season for the Slugs was taken place from September 26-28, 2014. The Pomona Pitzer Hens hosted the Fall ITA Tournament where a lot of top colleges like Chapman, Pomona, CMS, Whittier, Redlands, Cal Lutheran, Cal Tech and Occidental among others, compete to become "All Americans".
September 29, 2014
UCSC Men's Soccer 2014 Fall ID Camp: Registration Now Open
UC Santa Cruz Men's Soccer presents our 2014 Fall Individual Development (ID) Camp on Sunday November 9th
September 7, 2014
Slugs Beat Kinsgman for Third Consecutive Win
The U.C. Santa Cruz men’s soccer team broke through early in the second half and held on to the one-goal lead for the remainder of the game to seal their third consecutive win and third consecutive shutout.
September 24, 2014
Lady Slugs Open the Season with a Third Place Finish
TEMPLE, TX – The UC-Santa Cruz women’s golf team opened fall play with a third-place team finish at the UMHB Fall Invitational.
September 12, 2014
Slugs Taking Chances on the Road
The U.C. Santa Cruz men’s soccer team covers a lot of ground for a bunch of banana slugs. Half-way through a seven game road trip that takes them as far south as Claremont and as far north as Tacoma, Washington, the Slugs took a chance on Pho Lewis, a Vietnamese restaurant in Fort
Lewis, Washington
September 5, 2014
Norcalpreps.com profiles James Townsend
One person can make a difference. Yes, label it bromidic and mindful of a Hallmark Movie of the Week offering, but it's flesh and blood real in this case: one good human being, make that a very good individual, came into Jamie Townsend's 10-year-old life and became the catalyst to discard a bleak future for one that now has no limits.
September 5, 2014
Slugs Announce Elite Prospect Camp Dates
UC Santa Cruz men's basketball will be hosting Elite Prospect Basketball Camps on Saturday, September 20th; Sunday, October 5th; and Saturday, October 11th. Each camp will be from 9:30am - 1:00pm and is $100 per player.
August 29, 2014
Women's Soccer Concludes the Whitworth Classic Undefeated
Over 950 miles of travel and twenty hours on the road would not stop UCSC Women’s Soccer from going the full-distance in their D3 season opener vs. the host team of the Whitworth Classic on Friday in Spokane, WA.
July 22, 2014
UCSC Women's Golf Invitational Registration Is Now Open
UC Santa Cruz will be hosting the 2015 UCSC Invitational at Pacific Grove Golf Links on March 27 through the 29th.
July 22, 2014
Townsend, Wells, Ponce named to Independent Conference Team
The UC Santa Cruz Men's Basketball team, a member of the NCAA DIII Independent Conference, received three individual awards for the 2013-14 season.
July 11, 2014
Slugs announce new additions to the basketball program
Men's Basketball announce 11 new additions to the program. See below for the full details
June 25, 2014
SCAC announces Spring 2014 Student-Athlete Academic Honor Roll
30 members of the Swimming and Diving team make the Spring 2014 Student-Athlete Academic Honor Roll
May 9, 2014
Lady Slugs Beat by Pomona-Pitzer in Regionals
In the first round of the NCAA Division III Women’s Tennis Championships, Pomona-Pitzer eased its way to a 5-0 first round win over U.C. Santa Cruz on May 9 at the Biszantz Family Tennis Center.
May 12, 2014
Slugs lose to #1 Seed CMS in first rounds of Regionals
CLAREMONT, CA -- The No. 1 ranked Claremont-Mudd-Scripps men’s tennis team looked the part in their first match of the NCAA Division III Tennis Championships as they dispatched of U.C. Santa Cruz 5-1 on May 9 in the second round of the NCAAs at the Biszantz Family Tennis Center.
April 30, 2014
Women's Soccer Announces Summer Residential Advanced Player Development Camp
UCSC Women's Soccer is pleased to announce our summer residential APD camp for advanced high school players!
April 30, 2014
Women's Soccer to host 8v8 Adult Soccer Slugfest
On Saturday, May 17th the UC Santa Cruz Women’s Soccer Team will host our annual 8v8 Adult Coed Soccer Slugfest Tournament.
April 15, 2014
Texas-Tyler Wins 2014 ASC Women's Golf Championship
GLEN ROSE, TX -- The Texas-Tyler women's golf team shot a 626, capturing its second American Southwest Conference championship in program history, edging out three-time defending champ Mary Hardin-Baylor by two strokes.
April 14, 2014
Texas-Tyler Leads After First Day at Women's ASC Golf Championship
Despite high winds and near winter conditions Texas-Tyler shot a 317 first round score to take a seven-stroke lead after the first day of competition at the 2014 American Southwest Conference Golf Championship at Squaw Valley Golf Club in Glen Rose, Texas.
April 10, 2014
Men's Soccer Advanced Player Development (APD) Camp August 5th-8th
The Advanced Player Development (APD) Camp is a four-day intensive camp designed for the elite-level player who is motivated to play at the college level.
April 5, 2014
MIT Outlasts UC Santa Cruz for MIT Scramble Tournament Title
In a back-and-forth five-set thriller, No. 8 MIT emerged with a 25-18, 16-25, 25-19, 16-25, 15-11 victory over No. 6 UC Santa Cruz to claim its first MIT Men’s Volleyball Scramble Tournament championship on Saturday.
April 3, 2014
Dalhstrom Named American Southwest Conference Golfer of The Week
Senior Charlene Dalhstrom (Foothill Ranch, Calif./Trabuco Hills HS) recorded her first top-five finish of the season to lead the Banana Slugs to a sixth-place team finish at the UCSC Invitational on the Pacific Grove Golf Links in Pacific Grove, Calif.
March 26, 2014
Fondy Reflects on his Ongoing Proffesional Soccer Career
Matt Fondy (class of 2011) has continued the tradition of Slugs in professional soccer. The forward from Foster City is in his second year at Chivas USA, and has come off the substitute bench once in the Red-and-White's first two games of the MLS season.
March 26, 2014
Former hoops star Brecht reaches for the star
Catching up with former Slug basketball player Amanda Brecht.
March 20, 2014
Slugs Complete a Successful 2013-2014 Season
The UC Santa Cruz Banana Slug Women’s Basketball team set a number of records this season.
March 10, 2014
Women's Soccer Spring Player ID Clinic - April 11-13, 2014
SANTA CRUZ, CA -- The 3-day Player ID (Individual Development) Clinic field sessions are a great way for our staff to see you play on site and also give you the opportunity to meet the current players in the program and see the level here at UCSC.
March 10, 2014
Set the Slugs up for Three
The Men’s Volleyball team will be striving for their third straight appearance in the NCAA Final Tournament in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania at Juniata College. The Slugs are bringing in some tough competition as they play teams that are also in the running for a national birth.
March 8, 2014
Slugs Start Track Season at Cal State Stanislaus
The UCSC women's track team kicks off it's second NCAA season at the Cal State Stanislaus Open Meet on Saturday, March 8th in Turlock.
March 3, 2014
Men's Basketball Elite Prospect Camp
UC Santa Cruz basketball will be hosting an Elite Prospect Basketball Camp on Saturday, May 17th as well as Sunday May, 18th.
February 28, 2014
Women's Tennis defeated by #1 Johns Hopkins
The defending champion Johns Hopkins Blue Jays got off to a solid start to their title defense when facing the 8th seeds UC-Santa Cruz.
February 25, 2014
Slugs Battle in Texas
The UCSC Men's Basketball team finished the season with a road trip to Texas for 3 games.
February 26, 2014
2014 ITA Division III National Women's Team Indoor Championship gets underway Friday
DePauw University to host this year's tournament for a fourth year
February 2, 2014
Tigers Beat Slugs in Overtime
UC Santa Cruz finished up the second night of a back-to-back as they took on NCAA Division III opponent Occidental College. The Tigers won the game 86-82 in overtime.
February 8, 2014
Slugs Basketball are Grateful to Alumni
The UCSC Men's Basketball team hosted former Men's Basketball Alumni at the WFH Saturday February 8th.
February 22, 2014
Slugs Fall in Season Finale
Bad luck, missed opportunities, and a critical 3 added up to 67-66 defeat at the hands of the Cal State San Marcos Cougars. The Slugs fought an uphill battle from the start where they missed their first 10 shots.
February 13, 2014
Oaks Defeat Slugs 76-48
UC Santa Cruz played their first game in a week and a half on Thursday night as they took NAIA member Menlo College in Atherton. The Oaks used a strong defensive performance in the second half for a 76-48 win.
February 22, 2014
Torado Named to the Hall of Fame Classic All Tournament Team
Congratulations to Brandon Torado who was named to the Springfield College Hall of Fame Classic All-Tournament Team over the weekend.
February 15, 2014
Slugs Slide by Regals Win Streak at 10
he Slugs fell behind early, built a 12 point second half lead and then survived a late rally to earn a heart pounding 69-68 win over the scrappy Cal Lutheran Regals. The smaller Regals out rebounded the Slugs 40-29 and outscored Santa Cruz 28-14 inside the paint.
February 13, 2014
Willis Drains Critical Free Throws. Slugs Slip Past Menlo
Taylor “Money” Willis hit three critical free throws in the final 11 seconds to send the Slugs past the Menlo College Oaks in a 63-59 thriller on Thursday night. The Slugs earned their first ever win against Menlo with clutch shooting and timely defense.
February 8, 2014
Slugs Douse Flames on Senior Night
Geena Giovannetti and Sarah Mackey combined for 36 points, 18 rebounds, 6 steals 5 assists and 3 blocks as the Slugs came from behind to nip the Bethesda Flames 61-58 on Senior night
February 4, 2014
Two Slugs named All-Tournament Team at the Golden Flyer Invitational
Senior Outside Hitter Jake Landel led the team's offense throughout the weekend averaging a 0.359 hitting percentage.
February 2, 2014
Slugs beat #2 Nazareth in 3 Sets
UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball defeats Nazareth College! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-14, 25-19, 25-18.
February 2, 2014
Slugs Crush Medaille College in 3
UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball defeats Medaille College! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-23, 25-14, 25-19.
February 1, 2014
Slugs Slide By Leopards on Senior Night
UC Santa Cruz honored Spencer Wells Saturday afternoon at Kaiser Permanente Arena. Wells is the lone senior for the 2013-2014 Slugs.
February 1, 2014
Men's Volleyball Lost to Juniata in 4
UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball loses to Juniata College. The Slugs lost in four sets with the following scores: 25-18, 21-25, 24-26, 26-28.
February 2, 2014
Slugs Rally Late Defeat Occidental for Seventh Straight Win
Key baskets down the stretch from Geena Giovannetti and Leah Parrish and crucial Free Throws by Sarah Mackey gave the Slugs a 67-62 over a stubborn Occidental Tiger team.
February 1, 2014
Men's Volleyball Beat Hilbert in 3
UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball defeats Hilbert College! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-19, 25-16, 25-20.
January 30, 2014
Slugs Roar Past Poets Win Streak at 6
Leah Parrish pour in 21 points and the bench added 40 as the Slugs rolled to an 83-42 victory over the Whittier Poets.
January 30, 2014
Three Women's Soccer Players make Honorable Metion by NSCAA
Congratulations to several team members of the Women's Soccer team that were given Honorable Mention by the NSCAA for the 2013 Scholar All-West Region Team
January 28, 2014
Parrish anointed Association of Division III Independents women’s basketball Player of the Week
University of California Santa Cruz junior forward Leah Parrish (Fair Oaks, Calif.) has been awarded the Association of Division III Independents women’s basketball Player of the Week
January 25, 2014
Parrish Double Double Leads Slugs Past Bethesda
Behind 25 points and 18 rebounds from Leah Parrish, UCSC escaped with a nail biting 63-59 win over the Bethesda University Flames
January 30, 2014
Slugs Battle Leopards in Final Home Game of the Season
Come out and enjoy an exciting NCAA Men’s Basketball game as the Slugs play their last home game of the season.
January 18, 2014
Slugs Lose a Close One at Pomona Pitzer
Sophomore guard Jared Ponce had 29 points on 10-17 shooting, but UC Santa Cruz fell to Pomona-Pitzer Men’s Basketball team, 89-83.
January 15, 2014
Women's Soccer Winter Player ID Clinic - February 28 - March 1-2, 2014
The 3-day Player ID (Individual Development) Clinic field sessions are a great way for our staff to see you play on site and also give you the opportunity to meet the current players in the program and see the level here at UCSC.
January 11, 2014
Men's Basketball Team Honors UC Santa Cruz Community Members
The Slug Men’s Basketball team honored UC Santa Cruz Faculty and Staff members with a brief ceremony prior their game against Cal Maritime.
January 11, 2014
Slugs Stretch Win Streak for Four Games
Ten different Slugs scored and UCSC stretched the current win streak to four games. The Slugs improved their record to 12-6 with a 67-53 win over the Pacific Union Pioneers.
January 8, 2014
Slugs Defeated by Gauchos
UC Santa Cruz Men's Volleyball was defeated by UC Santa Barbara. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 13-25, 20-25, 19-25.
January 9, 2014
UCSC and Santa Cruz Warriors host UCSC Day
UCSC basketball and the Santa Cruz Warriors will hold UCSC Day Saturday February 8 at Kaiser-Permanente Arena.
January 7, 2014
Volleyball player not afraid to dream
The sport and the camaraderie of teammates taught student Kaitlyne Fisher about believing in herself and coping with adversity
January 6, 2014
Slugs Take On Guachos For Season Opener
Your UC Santa Cruz men's volleyball team is set to open their 2014 season against the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos on January 8th in Rob Gym, Santa Barbara, CA.
January 4, 2014
Slugs Overcome Slow Start and Defeat Bobcats
The Slugs overcame a slow start and an injury to Leah Parrish to defeat the UC Merced Bobcats 80-71.
January 2, 2014
The Slugs end Whittier’s winning streak, with third win of the season
The UCSC Men’s Basketball team ended their losing streak today; as they went on to defeat the Whittier Poets, 74-66, at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
December 21, 2013
Slugs No Match for 10th Rank George Fox
The Slugs jumped into the deep end of the pool and faced the 10th ranked George Fox Bruins.
December 20, 2013
Slugs Fall in Puget Sound Rematch
The Puget Sound Loggers propelled by a late second half rally overcame a 38-30 first half deficit and defeated the Slugs 73-61 in Tacoma Washington.
December 18, 2013
Parrish Powers Slug to Hampton Inn Classic Sweep
Leah Parrish poured in 24 points, snatched 13 rebounds and dished out 6 assists to lead UC Santa Cruz to a 68-55 victory over the University of La Verne and a three game sweep of the Hampton Inn Classic.
December 17, 2013
Santa Cruz Defense Smothers Berry
UC Santa Cruz used a high pressure half court trap and a season high 10 blocks to sink the Berry College Vikings 87-63.
December 16, 2013
Alexander Ignites Rally as Slugs Down Willamette
With 14 minutes to go in the first half, the Slugs looked in trouble as Willamette led 17-7. Lashay Alexander came off the bench to provide a much needed energy spark as the Slugs rallied from a 10 point first half deficit to defeat the Willamette Bearcats 77-51.
December 6, 2013
Slugs Drop Mc Williams Classic Opener to Trinty
Maybe it was the long flight. Maybe it was the twenty degree weather. For some reason the Slugs started very sluggishly against the Tigers.
December 7, 2013
Double Double by Leah Parrish leads Slugs past Augustana
The Slugs received some much needed inspiration as a mystery fan sent a message. The Slugs woke up to a massive Go Slugs message carved out in the deep snow behind the hotel.
December 29, 2013
Slug Defense Stymies the Engineers
he Slugs ran their season record to 10-6 with a 64-37 win over the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Engineers.
December 18, 2013
Erin Joo Sparks Slugs Past Cal Lutheran
Erin Joo playing outstanding basketball at both ends of the floor inspired the Slugs to a 77-59 victory over the Cal Lutheran Regals.
December 16, 2013
Life lessons and a fast break for success
For UCSC student James Townsend, basketball not only provided lessons in hard work, perseverance, and self control—it was also his ticket off the streets
November 30, 2013
Slugs Lose to the Athenas in the David Wells Classic
Game 2 against the Athenas in the David Wells Classic was a different matter then the game agsint the Sagehens.
November 29, 2013
Slugs Beat the Sagehens
The Slugs traveled to Claremont California on their first road trip of the season to play in the David Wells Classic.
December 7, 2013
Macky named to the McWilliams Classic All-Tournament Team
Mackey named to the All-Tournament team for her outstanding play during the tournament.
November 29, 2013
Slugs lose the game in the Second Half to the Saghens 84-76
The UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs were defeated by the Pomona-Pitzer Saghens 84-75.
November 23, 2013
Slugs lose a heartbreaker to St. Vincent 61-52 in the Championship Game of the Hilton Slugs Tournament
The UC Santa Cruz men’s basketball team lose to the St. Vincent Bearcats 61-52. The game look closer than what the score projects as the teams were tied 24-24 at half time.
November 17, 2013
Slugs Survive Late Logger Rally Complete Weekend Sweep
UC Santa Cruz built a commanding 18 point lead but had to survived a late rally by the Puget Sound Loggers to complete a 66-56 win and a weekend sweep of the Hampton Inn Tournament.
November 23, 2013
Slug Rally Comes Up Short
The water got deeper on Saturday night as the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs faced the nationally 5th ranked Whitman College Missionaries.
November 22, 2013
Pirates Pilfer a Win from the Slugs
The Whitworth Pirates brought an undefeated record and a physical style of play to the West Field House on Friday night. UC Santa Cruz battled Whitworth tooth and nail but eventually succumbed to the Pirates dropping a tough 68-61 decision in front of a raucous crowd
November 16, 2013
Slugs cruise to a 89-60 victory over the Whittier Poets
Leah Parrish controlled the paint. Ryane Ortiz lit up the Poets from the outside and the defense did the rest as the Slugs cruised to a 89-60 victory over the Whittier Poets.
November 22, 2013
The Men’s Basketball Banana Slugs defeat the Linfield Wildcats to advance in the Hilton Winter Slugs Tournament.
The UC Santa Cruz Men’s Basketball Team beat the Linfield Wildcats 60-54 to advance in the Hilton Winter Slugs Tournament at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
November 17, 2013
Behind Berkness’s first start of the season, Slugs win by 29 points, 79-56 over the Pioneers.
UC Santa Cruz earned its first victory of the season with a win over Pacific Union, at the Hotel Paradox Opening Weekend Kickoff at Kaiser Permanente Arena last Sunday.
November 16, 2013
The Slugs lose Home opener to the Kingsmen
In their home opener, at Kaiser Permanente Arena, the UCSC Men’s Basketball Team unfortunately lose to the Cal Lutheran Kingsmen 66-55 in the Hotel Paradox Opening weekend.
November 15, 2013
Slugs Roll in Season Opener
UC Santa Cruz opened the season in the Hampton InnClassic at Kaiser Permanente Arena home of the NBA D-League Santa Cruz Warriors Led by Sarah Mackey’s 22 points, the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs power to 83-51 win over the St.
November 27, 2013
Women's Volleyball Make it to NCAA for First Time in Team History
Congratulations to our Women's Volleyball team for the first time in UCSC history making it to the National tournament
November 16, 2013
4v4 Slugfest & Winter Jamboree
Girls ages U-8, U-10, U12, U14, U16,
Women’s Open (18+), & Women’s Rec (35+)
November 29, 2013
Women's Soccer Earns High Honors in the Division III Independents Teams
Association of Division III Independents Names 2013 All-Independent Women’s Soccer Teams
January 11, 2014
5 Men's Soccer players Named to the All Independent Team
The 2013 All-Independent Men’s Soccer teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 12, 2013
Tickets for Slug Basketball Now Available
Calling all Basketball fans! Tickets for Slug Basketball games are now available though Santa Cruz Basketball website.
November 5, 2013
SANTA CRUZ WARRIORS AND UC SANTA CRUZ SIGN AGREEMENT TO BRING COLLEGIATE BASKETBALL TO KAISER PERMANENTE ARENA
The Santa Cruz Warriors and University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) have finalized an agreement to bring UCSC men’s and women’s basketball to Kaiser Permanente Arena for the 2013-14 regular season.
October 30, 2013
UCSC’s Garin; Trinity’s Deleste Earn SCAC Swimmer/Diver-of-the-Week Honors
UC-Santa Cruz freshman Ivan Garin and Trinity (Texas) University junior Galve Deleste have been named the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Male Swimmer and Diver-of-the-Week, respectively, for Week Two of the 2013-14 Men's Swimmning & Diving season.
November 5, 2013
Pasarow receives Association of Division III Independents women’s soccer Player of the Week award
University of California Santa Cruz senior forward Sofia Pasarow (San Pedro, Calif.) has been named the Association of Division III Independents women’s soccer Player of the Week.
October 21, 2013
2013 Sonoma State Women's Golf Fall Invitational Live Stats
Live stats are avialble for the 2013 Sonoma State Women's Golf Fall Invitational for October 21st and 22nd.
October 10, 2013
2013 USTA/ITA National Small College Championships now underway in Fort Mye
The 2013 USTA/ITA National Small College Championships are now underway and will continue until October 13, hosted by the Three Oaks Tennis Center in Fort Myers, Florida.
October 2, 2013
Women's Volleyball Theme Nights
This year the Women's Volleyball team is sponsoring themed nights for all their home games.
September 26, 2013
Women's Soccer Player ID Clinic - October 25-27
The 3-day Player ID (Individual Development) Clinic field sessions are a great way for our staff to see you play on site and also give you the opportunity to meet the current players in the program and see the level here at UCSC.
September 29, 2013
Deguchi and Littlejohn win the 2013 USTA/ITA Regional Doubles Championship at Claremont
On Sunday September 29th the Banana Slugs went to compete in the annual USTA/ITA Regional Championship Tournament. Where all of the top West Region teams show up to prepare for the season and to get a taste of how the season is going to be.
September 14, 2013
Lady Slugs' 4-Game Road Winning Streak Snapped at La Verne
UCSC's eighth game in fourteen days looked to be off to a strong start at University of La Verne this past Saturday evening under the lights. At the 11:56 minute mark, high pressure play on La Verne's defense resulted in a throw-in for UCSC deep in the La Verne defensive third.
September 13, 2013
UCSC Holds onto the Shutout and the Win Versus Claremont-Mudd-Scripps
After what amounted to an eight hour drive from Santa Cruz to the southern California Inland Empire, the Slugs were hopeful they would look alive and have fresh legs for their match versus CMS in the mid-day heat despite the long trek.
September 3, 2013
Women's Soccer Returns from Minnesota Undefeated
After going down a goal in their two previous matches against MIAC opponents and battling back for clutch wins versus Concordia Moorhead (#17) and St. Thomas, the lady Slugs had the goal of coming out strong in the first half of their match vs. Carleton College.
September 1, 2013
The starting Slugs today at St. Thomas's new turf facility in front of their home crowd in St. Paul, Minnesota.
The Slugs defeated the Tommies 2-1 in sudden death overtime on their 8th corner kick strike of the night to improve to 2-0-0 on the season.
September 6, 2013
Sandra Gutierrez named to the Pacific Coast Classic All-Tournament Team
Sandra Gutierrez was the only Slug named to the Pacific Coast Classic All-Tournament Team
September 5, 2013
Women 1st, Men 2nd at USF Invitational
The UCSC cross country teams opened their seasons with strong team performances at the University of San Francisco Invitational.
August 30, 2013
Women's Soccer Beat #17 Concorida- Moorhead
Moorhead, MN -- The Slugs had a goal of making a statement in their first regular season appearance of the fall 2013 season.
August 30, 2013
Slugs Enter 2013 with top-10 Region Rankings
The UCSC cross country teams ready for their 2013 debut, at the University of San Francisco Invitational, Saturday, Aug. 31, l with West Region top-10 rankings.
August 30, 2013
Chivas USA Sign Forward Matthew Fondy
Chivas USA announced today the signing of forward Matt Fondy.
August 7, 2013
Erich Koenig named to the ITA 2013 All-America Teams for NCAA Division III Tennis
The ITA has announced the 2013 All-America Teams for Men's and Women's NCAA Division III.
August 3, 2013
UCSC Men's Basketball announces new blog
Visit the slugs basketball blog to learn more and stay connected with whats happening with the slug basketball program.
July 31, 2013
UC Santa Cruz Joining American Southwest Conference as Affiliate Member in Women’s Golf
The American Southwest Conference formally announced on Wednesday (July 31) the addition of the University of California, Santa Cruz as an affiliate member in the sport of women's golf effective with the 2013-14 academic year as approved by unanimous vote of the ASC Council of Presidents.
May 31, 2013
UC-Santa Cruz Joins SCAC as Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Affiliate Member
The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference has formally announced the addition of the University of California-Santa Cruz as an affiliate member in the sports of men's and women's swimming and diving effective the 2013-14 academic year.
June 3, 2013
Women's Basketball a Year in Review
The UCSC Women’s basketball program had one of the most successful seasons in school history for both the team and the players. The season included a six game win streak and a signature win over the #13 nationally ranked Emmanuel Saints.
May 16, 2013
Men's Soccer Summer APD Camp Scheduled for August 8-11th
This years UC Santa Cruz Men's Soccer Summer APD Camp will run from August 8th –11th, 2013 on the beautiful campus of UCSC. The APD Camp is a four-day intensive camp designed for the elite-level player who is motivated to play at the college level.
May 15, 2013
6v6 Adult Coed Soccer Slugfest
On Saturday, May 18th the UC Santa Cruz Men’s & Women’s Soccer Team will host our annual 6v6 Adult Coed Soccer Slugfest Tournament. This one-day tournament format provides a beautiful venue for a day of fun soccer for the local Santa Cruz community and beyond.
May 15, 2013
Magic-n-Madness Show to Benefit Women's Soccer
Get ready for the most outrageously hilarious MAGIC SHOW you'll ever witness, starring Illusionist Christian Ford and DJ and Host of the Naughty Game Show, William Hale.
April 22, 2013
2013 AVCA NCAA DIII All-Americans Announced
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is proud to announce its 10th annual AVCA Men's Division III All-America Teams.
April 22, 2013
Women's Tennis Drops Nailbiter on Senior Day
The UC Santa Cruz women's tennis team dropped a 5-4 match to Sonoma St. on senior day. The Slugs were honoring 3 seniors.
April 22, 2013
Women's Tennis Ranked 12th in the Nation
The UCSC women's tennis team was ranked 12th in the country in the latest rankings.
April 21, 2013
Lady Slugs tie for 6th at the Jack Leaman Invitational Championship
Led by individual champion Sharon Li, the Ithaca women’s golf team carded a two-day total of 642 (320-322) to claim the 2013 Jack Leaman Invitational championship.
April 20, 2013
Slugs ranked 5th after one day of play at the Jack Leaman Invitational
With three players ranked in the top-five, Ithaca College holds the lead with a team score of 320 after the first round of the 2013 Jack Leaman Invitational at the Hickory Ridge Golf Club.
April 22, 2013
Women's Tennis Defeats Pomona Pitzer
The Slugs beat the Stagehens for the first time in 8 years 6-3
April 21, 2013
Men’s Tennis beat #4 Cal Lu
The #10 men’s tennis team defeated the 4th ranked Kingmen. UC Santa Cruz came back from down 2-1 after doubles by winning 4 of the 6 singles matches in straight sets.
April 19, 2013
DIVISION III MEN’S VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP RELOCATED TO NAZARETH COLLEGE
Nazareth College has agreed to be the new host for the 2013 NCAA Division III Men’s Volleyball Championship, taking place at Kidera Gymnasium in Rochester, N.Y.
April 17, 2013
UCSC Women's Soccer Advanced Player Development (APD) Summer Residential Camps
The Advanced Player Development (APD) Camp is a four-day intensive camp designed for the elite-level player who is motivated to play at the college level. This camp allows players the opportunity to spend four days inside of the UC Santa Cruz Women’s Soccer Program and learn about what it takes to play at the college level, learning from UCSC Women’s Soccer coaching staff and our current UCSC student athletes.
April 11, 2013
CVC Announces All Division Teams
Eight players were chosen to the Continental Volleyball Conference All West Division team as voted on by the head coaches of the division. UC Santa Cruz outside hitter Sal La Cavera, Banana Slugs libero Mauro Salinas and MSOE middle hitter Jack Geary are second year selections to the team
April 10, 2013
UC Santa Cruz Men, Kansas State Women Receive April ITA National Team Sportsmanship Award
The UC Santa Cruz men's and Kansas State University women's tennis teams have been honored as the recipients of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) National Team Sportsmanship Award for the month of April.
April 7, 2013
Men's Tennis Beats UC San Diego
The UC Santa Cruz men's tennis team defeated UC San Diego in a 5-4 thriller.
April 7, 2013
Men's Tennis Ranked 10th in Country
The UC Santa Cruz men's tennis team is currently ranked 10th in the country.
March 19, 2013
Women's Soccer Player ID Clinic - May 3-5
The 3-day Player ID (Individual Development) Clinic field sessions are a great way for our staff to see you play on site and also give you the opportunity to meet the current players in the program and see the level here at UCSC.
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Association of Division III Independents Names Fall 2012 All-Academic Team
A total of 150 student-athletes from eight member institutions were named to the 2012 fall sports All-Academic Team and announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
March 19, 2013
Sports Imports/AVCA Men’s Division III National Player of the Week - Sal Ls Cavera III
Sal La Cavera III, a 6-1 senior outside hitter for No. 5 UC Santa Cruz, has been named the Sports Imports/AVCA Men’s Division III National Player of the Week.
March 18, 2013
Association of Division III Independents Names 2013 All-Independent Women’s Basketball Teams
The All-Independent Women’s Basketball teams were selected by the women’s basketball coaches from AD3I member schools.
March 18, 2013
Slugs drop to Grand Canyon University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball were defeated by Grand Canyon University. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 22-25, 17-25, 21-25.
March 16, 2013
Slugs finish day two with a bang
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeated New York University. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-16, 25-18, 25-16.
March 16, 2013
Slugs begin day 2 with a bang
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeated Stevenson University. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 26-24, 25-20, 25-22.
March 15, 2013
Slugs finish the day undefeated
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeated New York University. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-18, 25-19, 25-14.
March 15, 2013
Slugs win first match of the weekend
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeated Stevenson University. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-18, 25-14, 25-12.
March 13, 2013
Association of Division III Independents Names 2013 All-Independent Men’s Basketball Teams
University of Maine-Presque Isle center Patrick Manifold, who led the Owls in scoring and rebounding, headlines the 2013 All-Independent Men’s Basketball teams announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
March 7, 2013
Slugs win their D-III season opener against MSOE
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeated the MSOE Raiders. The Slugs won in four sets with the following scores: 25-19, 20-25, 25-22, 25-17.
March 8, 2013
Slugs narrowly edged out by rival opponents Carthage College
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball were defeated by the Carthage Red Men. The Slugs lost in five sets with the following scores: 18-25, 23-25, 25-27, 25-21, 18-20.
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Athletes returning to activity with a smile
March is National Athletic Training Month! This year’s theme is, “Every Body needs an Athletic Trainer”.
February 16, 2013
PCSC Championship was good to the Slugs
Congratulations are in order for the UCSC Men's and Women's Swimming
and Diving Team, who recently returned from the Pacific Collegiate
Swim and Dive Conference (PCSC) Championships at the Splash Regional
Aquatics Center in La Mirada, CA on Feb. 13-16
January 31, 2013
Grateful Slug Night a Success
The UC Santa Cruz Mens Basketball team hosted William Jessup University Thursday night as part of their first annual Grateful Slug night.
February 25, 2013
UMHB Spring Classic Postponed until Tuesday
Strong winds wiped out the first round at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor women's golf team's UMHB Spring Classic Monday in Killeen.
February 23, 2013
Women's Track Shines in NCAA Debut
The UCSC women's track team opened their inaugural NCAA campaign Saturday at the CSU Stanislaus Open and sophomore Evie Borchard kicked things off with a win in their opening race.
February 20, 2013
2013 ITA Division III National Men's Team Indoor Championship Begins Friday
Five of the nation's Top 10 teams will be in action in St. Peter, Minn.
February 16, 2013
San Marcos Second Half Run Too Much for Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz struggled all year with physical teams and faced another tough matchup with the Cal State San Marcos Cougars. This game was close early as Leah Parrish opened the scoring with a put back basket.
February 13, 2013
Men’s Basketball Honors Faculty in Win Over Pacific Union
The Men’s Basketball team honored 11 members of the UC Santa Cruz faculty as a part of the first annual faculty-appreciation night.
January 27, 2013
Cal Lutheran slips past UC Santa Cruz
One day after defeating La Verne 104-97, UC Santa Cruz faced another tough road game against the Cal Lutheran Regals.
February 14, 2013
Santa Cruz Size and Depth Too Much for Pacific Union
On paper the Slugs appeared to be too big, too fast and too deep for the Pacific Uniion Pioneers. Unfortunately for the Pioneers, what appeared to be true on paper came true as UC Santa Cruz overpowered the stubborn Pioneers 88-26.
January 20, 2013
Slugs Drop Two on LA Road Trip
UC Santa Cruz travel to LA to face two tough teams, played two nearly identical games and left town with two nearly identical results losing 54-48 on Friday night to Redlands and 68-58 on Saturday.
January 26, 2013
UC Santa Cruz Tops the Century Mark in Win over La Verne
Behind Sarah Mackey’s 33 points and a strong second half defense, the Slugs rallied from 17 points down to defeat the La Verne Leopards 104-97. The Slug stat line reads as follows –committed 26 turnovers, allowed 16 3 point shots, and gave up 62 first half points and 97 total points.
January 11, 2013
Ortiz Lead Slugs back from the Brink
Ryane Ortiz poured in 16 second half points to lead a UC Santa Cruz comeback from an 18 point first half time deficit to defeat Cal State Maritime 68-61. The Slugs, who may have underestimated the 2-15 Keelhaulers, struggled in the first half.
January 11, 2013
Slugs fall to Stanford University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball was defeated by the Stanford Cardinals. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 18-25, 20-25, 12-25.
January 11, 2013
UCSC Men's Soccer 2013 Spring ID Camp: Registration Now Open!
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer presents our 2013 Spring Individual Development (ID) Camp the weekend of April 13th and 14th. Camp will include one training session on Saturday, plus two more sessions on Sunday.
January 11, 2013
Women's Soccer Player ID Clinic - March 1st-3rd
This winter the UC Santa Cruz Women's Soccer Program will be holding one Player Identification Clinic session at UC Santa Cruz.
January 10, 2013
4th Annual Men's Soccer Alumni Golf Tournament - Friday, May 10th
"UC Santa Cruz Men's Soccer is excited to announce it's 4th Annual Men's Soccer Alumni Golf Tournament! This year's wonderful event will be held on Friday, May 10th at De Laveaga Golf Course in Santa Cruz.
January 7, 2013
Santa Cruz Survives Occidental Rally
Behind 23 points from Ryane Ortiz and 14 rebounds from Leah Parrish, UC Santa Cruz outlasted Occidental College 63-62. The smaller Slugs out rebounded the Tigers 50-34 and were in control most of the way.
January 5, 2013
Slugs edged out in their second match against Concordia University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball was defeated by the the Concordia Eagles. The Slugs lost in five sets with the following scores: 25-18, 20-25, 24-26, 25-20, 7-15.
January 4, 2013
Slugs drop season opener to Concordia University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball were defeated by the Concordia Eagles. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 14-25, 15-25, 15-25.
January 9, 2013
Juniata, Carthage, Share CVC Preseason Top Spot
Juniata College and Carthage College share the top spot as the teams to beat in the Continental Volleyball Conference Preseason Poll, as voted on by the head coaches of the CVC. Both teams had 73 total points with Juniata receiving five number one votes and Carthage grabbing three top nods.
January 5, 2013
Slugs Fall at Menlo College
UC Santa Cruz traveled to Menlo College Saturday night, losing to the Oaks 85-71 in front of a packed home crowd.
December 11, 2012
James Townsend Earns All Tournament Honors
The UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs traveled to Redlands, CA this past weekend to take part in the Lee Fullmer Tournament hosted by the University of Redlands.
December 30, 2012
Regals, UC Santa Cruz Victorious on Day One of Winter Classic
In the first day of the Posada Royale Winter Classic, UC Santa Cruz used a late first-half run to upset No. 17 Emmanuel (Mass.)
December 3, 2012
Slugs Triumph at Finis Invite
Salinas, CA - Anchored by strong performances from seniors through freshmen, the UCSC Fighting Banana Slugs enjoyed victories on both the men’s and women’s sides in the 2012 Finis Collegiate Winter Invitational.
November 19, 2012
Slugs Return from Season Opening Road Trip
The UC Santa Cruz Men’s basketball team opened their 2012-13 season with a Road trip to Portland, Oregon for the Bon Appetite Classic.
November 18, 2012
Women's Cross Country NCAA Championship Round-Up
TERRE HAUTE, IND. -- Johns Hopkins University won its first NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country National Championship in Saturday's national meet at the LaVern Gibson Course.
November 14, 2012
Women's Soccer 4v4 Slugfest & Winter Jamboree on Sunday December 9th
On Sunday, December 9th, the UC Santa Cruz Women’s Soccer Team will host the 3rd Annual UCSC 4v4 Slugfest & Winter Jamboree. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage your players in an event that is both exciting and instructional.
November 18, 2012
Men's Cross Country NCAA Championship Round-Up
TERRE HAUTE, IND. -- North Central College won its third NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country National Championship in the past four seasons in Saturday's national meet at the LaVern Gibson Course.
November 14, 2012
Association of Division III Independents Names 2012 All-Independent Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Teams
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--- The top harriers from the University of California, Santa Cruz, earned the major honors as the Association of Division III Independents announced the All-Independent Cross Country teams today.
November 7, 2012
Association of Division III Independents Names 2012 All-Independent Women’s Volleyball Teams
OVERLAND PARK, KAN.--- The 2012 All-Independent Women’s Volleyball teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 8, 2012
Association of Division III Independents Names 2012 All-Independent Men’s Soccer Teams
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--- The 2012 All-Independent Men’s Soccer teams were announced today by the Association of Division III Independents.
November 7, 2012
Continental Volleyball Conference Announces League Expansion
Continental Volleyball Conference Commissioner Gary Williams announced today the addition of three men’s volleyball programs into the conference, effective for the 2013-2014 season. Dominican University (IL), Lakeland College and Marymount University join the CVC and bring the membership to 13 schools.
October 27, 2012
Slugs Sizzle At Mills College
The UCSC Men’s and Women’s swim teams had a great day in the pool on Saturday at the Bay Area Invitational at Mills College. On the women’s side the Slugs scored 600 points to finish second to Cal State East Bay, a division two university with multiple athletic scholarships. On the Men’s side, the Slugs scored 713 points to lead all teams and had multiple first place finishes.
October 17, 2012
UCSC Men’s Soccer 5th Annual 4v4 Slug-Fest: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
On Saturday, December 8th, 2012 the UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer Team will host the 5th Annual UCSC 4v4 Slug-Fest. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage your players in an event that is both exciting and instructional. Small-sided games are one of the most important training tools a coach employs. At the jamboree, each team will play four games with opponents of the same age group. The referees for each match will be UCSC Men’s Soccer players who will mentor the boys during their games.
October 11, 2012
Day One Complete at USTA/ITA National Small College Championships
Day one is complete at the USTA/ITA National Small College Championships at the Copeland-Cox Tennis Center in Mobile, AL. A total of 80 matches were played today in NCAA Divisions II and III, NAIA and Junior/Community College including a round of men's and women's singles, one round of women's doubles and two rounds of men's doubles.
October 11, 2012
2012 USTA/ITA National Small College Championships Has Begun Today
Regional champions from NCAA Divisions II and III, NAIA, and JuCo compete in Mobile. Results are Being Posted on ITA Website
October 9, 2012
University of California, Santa Cruz places 87th amongst Division III colleges in COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF BOTH ACADEMICS AND ATHLETICS
October 4, 2012
A Solid Start for the Slugs
We returned to Santa Cruz late Sunday evening after a long weekend at the ITA’s. It was a great chance for us to compete with our regional opponents and gain information about our abilities this early in the season. I have to say that I was extremely proud of our effort throughout the three days of competition. We won 7 of our first 10 singles matches, and 3 of our first 5 doubles.
October 9, 2012
Men's Basketball Volunteer for th Capitola Mermaid Triathlon and Duathlon
The Slug Men’s Basketball team volunteered for the Capitola Mermaid Triathlon and Duathlon on Saturday October 6th.
October 8, 2012
Borchard #2 All-Time, Men in Tight DIII Battle
While Evie Borchard climbed to number two all time on the school's performance list for 5 kilometers, the men's team had a tight DIII team battle at Willamette University's Charles Bowles Invitational.
October 6, 2012
CULTURAME CLASSIC: Morrison, Lumanlan Put Bruins 12 Shots Ahead at The Reserve
With senior Kelsey Morrison and freshman Kiana Lumanlan leading the way with scores of 75 and 79 respectively, the fifth-ranked George Fox University Bruins opened up a 12-stroke lead after the first day of play in the Culturame Classic women’s golf tournament Saturday afternoon here at The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club.
September 26, 2012
Slugs Complete First of Two Elite Camps
The UC Santa Cruz Men’s Basketball team hosted 12 High School prospects Saturday at the first of two Elite Camps running this fall.
September 23, 2012
Late Goal Trumps Regals
A flick of UC Santa Cruz forward’s foot was all the difference in Sunday afternoon’s game at Rolland Stadium as Cal Lutheran fell to the non-conference foe Banana Slugs. With the loss the Regals fall to 7-2 overall.
September 16, 2012
Slugs Place 3rd at the DIII Classic
On September 15th and 16th the Lady Slugs were in Lake City, Minnesota for the Division III Classic, hosted by Carleton College. The DIII Classic is one of the largest and most competitive tournaments of their season, this year with a field of 17 teams totaling 96 girls in the event.
September 16, 2012
UCSC Women's Golf Wins in Texas
On September 10th and 11th, the UCSC women’s golf team participated in the Lady Bulldog Fall Classic, hosted by Texas Lutheran University. The team played hard the first day, posting four scores in the seventies.
September 15, 2012
Slugs Drop to Southwestern
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Southwestern University. The Slugs lost in four sets with the following scores: 22-25, 25-23, 18-25, 18-25.
September 15, 2012
Slugs are Defeated by Christopher Newport
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Christopher Newport University. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 16-25, 22-25, 13-25.
September 14, 2012
Slugs Fall Short to Trinity University
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Trinity University. The Slugs lost in five sets with the following scores: 20-25, 25-20, 18-25, 25-23, 10-15.
September 14, 2012
Slugs Win Their Opening Match Against Concordia (Tex.)
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball defeats Concordia University! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-17, 25-15, 25-14.
September 14, 2012
Men Climb and Women Hold Steady in Latest Rankings
The UCSC men's cross country rose to 6th in this week's United States Track & Field/Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) rankings. A solid opening race at the University of San Francisco Invitational brought the Slugs up from 10th in the preseason rankings.
September 14, 2012
UCSC Women's Soccer Announces their Fall Player ID Clinic
This fall the UC Santa Cruz Women's Soccer Program will be holding one Player Identification Clinic session at UC Santa Cruz.
September 9, 2012
Head Coach Ron Dubois Hires Staff
UC Santa Cruz Head Men’s Basketball coach Ron DuBois has hired Kyle Bossier and Joe DuBois as assistant coaches for the 2012-13 season.
September 8, 2012
Slugs Struggle to Close Against Occidental
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Occidental College. The Slugs lost in four sets with the following scores: 29-27, 18-25, 24-26, 25-27.
September 8, 2012
Slugs Takes Out Chapman
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball defeats Chapman College! The Slugs won in four sets with the following scores: 26-24, 25-17, 21-25, 25-23.
September 7, 2012
Slugs Defeat Pomona-Pitzer
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball defeated Pamona-Pitzer College! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-12, 25-20, 25-22.
September 7, 2012
Slugs Fall Short to La Verne.
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to La Verne University. The Slugs lost in five sets with the following scores: 17-25, 25-10, 25-14, 23-25, 4-15.
September 4, 2012
Preseason Top 10 Rankings for the Slugs
Men's and women's cross country enter the 2012 season ranked 10th and ninth in the West Region by the United States Track & Field/Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA).
September 9, 2012
Men’s Soccer Fall ID Camp Now Open for Registration - Saturday, November 3 and Sunday, November 4
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer presents our fall 2012 Individual Development (ID) Camp the weekend of November 3rd and 4th. This year’s camp will include admission for each camper to our final home game of the season at 2pm vs. Bethesda Christian.
September 6, 2012
Slugs Unveil 2012-13 Schedule
The UC Santa Cruz Men’s Basketball team has announced their schedule for the 2012-13 season.
September 4, 2012
Slugs defeat William Jessup University
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball defeated William Jessup University. The Slugs won in four sets with the following scores: 25-19, 25-19, 22-25, 25-15.
September 1, 2012
Slugs Start Strong at USF Invite
The UCSC men's cross country team started their second cross country season with seventh place finish out of 17 teams at the University of San Francisco Invitational. Featuring some of the top cross country programs on the West Coast, the men showed they belonged in a field filed with DI and DII teams and won by Pac-12 powerhouse Stanford University while the Cal men finished second overall.
September 1, 2012
Slugs Fall to Pacific Lutheran
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball closes the tournament with a loss to Pacific Lutheran! The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 22-25, 23-25, 22-25.
September 1, 2012
Slugs defeat St. Olaf
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball rebounds against St. Olaf! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-20, 25-17, 25-18.
August 31, 2012
Slugs edged out against Puget Sound
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Puget Sound University! The Slugs lost in five sets with the following scores: 12-25, 25-17, 18-25, 27-25, 14-16.
August 31, 2012
Slugs defeat Southwestern
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball wins their season opener against Southwestern University! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-20, 25-21, 25-21.
September 6, 2012
Women's Golf Season Preview
UCSC Women's Golf has started its 2012-2013 season. With five new players (four Freshmen and one Junior transfer), the team is young and has fresh talent to add to the roster.
September 4, 2012
Grow and Rabii Named to the Puget Sound Premier All-Tounament Team
With the help of Kim Rabbii and Katnerine Grown, the Lady Slugs went 2-2 with nationally ranked teams. For their outstanding efforts this weekend, both ladies were named to the Puget Sound Premier All-Tournament Team.
September 4, 2012
Four Men's Soccer Players Named to the Gustie Classis All-Tournament Team
Over the weekend, four of the Slug Men's Soccer team was named to the Gustie Classic All-Tournament Team.
August 7, 2012
UC Santa Cruz men's basketball: Slugs name former NBA assistant DuBois new coach
Former NBA assistant Ron DuBois will take over as coach of the NCAA Division III UC Santa Cruz men's basketball team.
The school quietly made the news public by adding his name and a short biography on the team page of the school's athletic website Monday.
August 15, 2012
Men's Soccer 2012 Season Preview
Entering his fourth season as head coach for the Men’s Soccer Team, Mike Runeare is excited for the potential and experience his team brings to the pitch. His stylish, attacking-minded play paired with the desire to sacrifice individualism for the team is at the foreground more so than ever as 24 student-athletes return and he welcomes six newcomers.
April 28, 2012
Carthage Advance to Championship- Red Men Hold Off UC Santa Cruz in Four Sets
In the second semifinal of Saturday, Carthage broke out to a 2-0 advantage before winning by a 3-1 set advantage. Set scores were 25-23, 25-20, 20-25, 25-18.
April 27, 2012
Slugs Boost Each Others' Spirts
April 27, 2012
UC Santa Cruz Outlasts Rivier: Banana Slug's Advance to Saturdays National SemiFinals
UC-Santa Cruz, the second seed in the NCAA tournament, defeated seventh-seeded Rivier in a national quarterfinal match on Friday. The scores were 23-25, 25-20, 25-20, 22-25, 15-12.
April 19, 2012
Coach Todd Hollenbeck is Named CVC Coach of the Year
Todd Hollenbeck, head coach of the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs, has been named the Continental Volleyball Conference (CVC) Coach of the Year as voted on by CVC head Coaches.The Banana Slugs finished the CVC season by winning the conference tournament in a three-set victory over then ranked Number 1 team in the nation Carthage College.
April 19, 2012
UC Santa Cruz Qualifies for first NCAA Division III Men's Volleyball Championship
The NCAA Division III Men’s Volleyball Committee announced Sunday the field of nine teams for the 2012 NCAA Division III Men’s Volleyball Championship. This is the inaugural championship for Division III men’s volleyball.
April 18, 2012
La Cavera III named CVC Player of the Year
University of California, Santa Cruz outside hitter Salvatore La Cavera III has been selected as the first ever Continental Volleyball Conference (CVC) Player of the Year. La Cavera (Huntington Beach, Calif.), 6-1 junior outside hitter, was recently named to the CVC West All-Division team, averaging 4.18 kills per set and a .321 hitting percentage in West Division matches.
February 12, 2012
Five Slugs Named to CVC West All Divsion Team
The Continental Volleyball Conference is the first NCAA Divison III nation-wide men’s volleyball conference with school’s from California to Virginia. The ten members of the CVC are Carthage College (Kenosha, Wis.), Eastern Mennonite University (Harrisonburg, Va.), Fontbonne University (St. Louis, Mo.) Juniata College (Huntingdon, Pa.), Milwaukee School of Engineering (Milwaukee, Wis.), the College of Mount Saint Joseph (Cincinnati, Ohio), Philadelphia Biblical University (Langhorne, Pa.) Stevenson University (Stevenson, Md.), Thiel College (Greenville, Pa.) and the University of California, Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz, Calif.).
March 23, 2012
Slugs Fall to University of the Pacific
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball were defeated by the Pacific Tigers. The Slugs lost in three sets with the following scores: 18-25, 12-25, 12-25.
March 14, 2012
Slugs Defeat Holy Names
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball team defeated Holy Names University on Wednesday in four games 13-25, 25-7, 25-16 and 25-22.
March 7, 2012
La Cavera named CVC West Division Player of the Week
Salvatore La Cavera III (Huntington Beach, Ca.), a junior outside hitter for UC Santa Cruz, has been named the Continental Volleyball Conference (CVC) West Division Player of the Week. In the first ever Western Division Challenge Weekend, La Cavera had 47 kills in three matches. For the week, he averaged 4.7 kills per set; hit .409 had .95 blocks per set and averaged 5.35 points per set.
March 3, 2012
Slugs defeat Carthage
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeats Carthage College. The Slugs won in four sets with the following scores: 25-23, 25-23, 22-25, 25-20.
March 3, 2012
Slugs defeat Mount Saint Joseph's
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball defeats Mount Saint Joseph's. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-19, 25-23, 25-15.
March 2, 2012
Slugs defeat MSOE
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball wins their match against MSOE. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-22, 25-13, 25-20.
March 1, 2012
Slugs defeat Fontbonne University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball wins their first conference match (CVC) against Fontbonne University. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 25-9, 25-16, 25-22.
February 17, 2012
Slugs Start the Weekend With a Win
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball team defeated Johnson and Wales University on Friday afternoon at Hope International in three games 25-19, 25-12. 25-18.
January 14, 2012
Slugs Defeat Juniata College
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball won their Division-III season opener against Juniata College. The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores: 30-28, 25-20, 25-22.
January 9, 2012
Slugs Fall to Grand Canyon University
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Volleyball team lost their match against Grand Canyon University (D-II). The Slugs lost in four sets with the following scores: 19-25, 21-25, 25-22, 22-25.
May 24, 2012
Alexandra Scotten and Laura Wade Through to the Quarterfinals
Alex Scotten and Laura Wade defeated the Middlebury tandem of Leah Kepping and Brittney Faber. The Middlebury team is arguably one of the best teams in Division III. The win means that Alex Scotten and Laura Wade became ITA All-Americansto become the program's 8th and 9th members to receive this honor.
May 23, 2012
Alex Scotten Receives 2012 ITA West Region Player to Watch
Sophomore Alexandra Scotten received the ITA West Region Player to Watch award. This is awarded to a player who is in their second or third year of college and has had a stellar collegiate career so far.
May 18, 2012
Preview of the 2012 NCAA Individual Championships
For a preview and electronic copy of the 2012 NCAA Women's Individual Championships click here.
September 22, 2012
Slugs fall to Menlo in the first home match of the season
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball loses to Menlo College. The Slugs lost in four sets with the following scores: 25-18, 13-25, 23-25, 9-25.
May 11, 2012
#27 UCSC Falls to #29 Whitman College in Thrilling First Round Match
In a what could be a preview of the 2013 Division III Megabowl championships, UC Santa Cruz came up short against the Whitman MIssionaries, losing 3-5. Whitman got the first point with Webster/Palkowitz getting an 8-2win at #3 doubles over Truong/Parker. UCSC evened the match at 1-1 with Scotten/Wade defeating Roberg/Lawless 8-5 in a battle of top ranked doubles teams. Lymburner/Malone fought hard and played a great match, defeating Lawless/Ralston in a thrilling 9-7 victory to put the slugs up 2-1 going into singles.
May 9, 2012
Slugs Get Individuals Selected into NCAA Individual Championships
Singles player Alex Scotten and the #1 doubles pair of Scotten and Laura Wade have qualified for the 2012 NCAA Individual Championships. Scotten has finished the season ranked #6 in the west region in the NCAA, and she and Wade have finished at #3 in the west region in the NCAA rankings.
May 7, 2012
Slugs get Selected to NCAA Tournament
The #27 nationally ranked slugs have been selected to go to the NCAA tournament. Faced with adversity before the season even started, UCSC fought and battled all year to stay in the top 30 in the nation and came close to beating some highly ranked teams.
April 21, 2012
UCSC Sweeps NDNU on Senior Day
In the last match of the season, UC Santa Cruz swept the visiting Notre Dame de Namur Argonauts 9-0. The match was especially important for the slugs because they said goodbye to their two seniors, Sarah Malone (Traverse City, MI) and Rebecca Parker (Boulder, CO).
March 7, 2012
Slugs Defeat Kenyon College
In the second match of the homestand, #21 UCSC defeated Kenyon College 5-4. The slugs took a 2-1 lead after doubles, with Alex Scotten/Laura Wade defeating Schlessman/Bond 8-3 at the top spot, and Sarah Malone/Courtney Lymburner defeating Polster/Becker by the same score at two doubles.
February 8, 2012
Slugs Blank Mills College
In their first Division III match of the season, the #22 nationally ranked Slugs blanked visiting Mills College 9-0. Doubles started off strong for the slugs with Becca Parker and Sophie Lundeberg getting the first point of the match with an 8-0 defeat of Sarah Knight and Reyna Demos at the three spot. Courtney Lymburner and Sarah Malone cam away with an 8-1 victory at the two spot over Alice Hewitt and Casey Honath.
January 28, 2012
Slugs Fall to USF
The lady slugs were on their second day in the beautiful town of San Luis Obispo, hoping to be more successful than they were the previous day. On January 28, 2012, the Lady Slugs took on the Lady Dons from the University of San Francisco. In the doubles competition, USF's Nikolic and Hashiguchi pulled off a tough victory over Alex Scotten and Laura Wade and the match was neck-and-neck the entire time.
February 4, 2012
Chapman Drops 90 Points in Win
After Chapman University and UC Santa Cruz split their first two games this season, Chapman erupted to score a 90-58 victory over the Slugs, shooting almost 52% from the field and a very impressive 58.3% from behind the arc. On Youth Basketball Night at the Hutton Center on the Chapman University campus, the gym rocked with over 2000 fans including 300 youth basketball players. In attendance at the game was John Saintignon, the Slugs all time leading scorer.
January 28, 2012
Slugs Down UC Merced
Holding home court once again, the UC Santa Cruz men's team went to 5-0 at the Slug Dome this season with a convincing 74-52 victory over the UC Merced Bobcats. In doing so, the Slugs went to 12-9 for the season, the earliest the Slugs have ever had 12 wins in the history of the program.
January 27, 2012
Slugs continue to stay perfect at the Dome
UC Santa Cruz rolled to a 77-49 victory over the Pacifica Gladiators to run their record to 11-9 for the season. In doing so, they tied the school record for most rebounds in a single game. Opening with a Brent Jacobs dunk 13 seconds into the game, the Slugs scored the first eight points and kept rolling from there.
January 27, 2012
Chancellor and EVC are Honored During Chapman Game
January 22, 2012
Speedy Slugs Outrun Bobcats at Merced
Outside Hosteltler Court at UC Merced, there was a mild drizzle. Inside, Sam Allen was raining threes as he hit five to lead the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs to a comfortable 76-71 victory over the UC Merced Bobcats. With the victory, the Slugs ran their record to 10-9. In doing so, Santa Cruz is about .500 for the season in January for the first time since January of 1998, the last time the Slugs finished about .500 for a season, 13-12. In Friday night's narrow victory over Chapman, the Slugs won playing a slow, deliberate style. On Sunday afternoon, the men from Cruz showed why most teams choose not to run with them.
January 20, 2012
Slugs Defeat Chapman in a Nailbiter
There is no place like home: Slugs stay perfect at Slug Dome On a dark and stormy night, the near capacity crowd and the swarming UC Santa Cruz defense pulled off the perfect storm as the Slugs beat Chapman 44-43 in a game that was not decided until Brandon Lins highly contested shot glazed off the side of the back board and fell harmlessly to the floor as the buzzer sounded.
January 16, 2012
Slugs And Hawks Battle Till The End At Holy Names
In a hard fought, fast paced game Monday night played in front of a noisy crowd in Tobin Gymnasium on the Holy Names campus, the Holy Names Hawks barely outlasted the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs, 75-73. In the first half, the Hawks roared out to a 10-point lead, 17-7 in the first four minutes.
December 3, 2011
Slugs Beat the Kingsmen
For the second time this season, UC Santa Cruz was able to defeat Cal Lutheran by 10 points, this time winning 61-51 before the home crowd at the Slug Dome. Down 2-0 before the game even started due to a technical foul for a dunk during warm ups, the Slugs Jamien Jones tied the game up 29 seconds into the game on two free throws of his own. The early action in the game would account for five ties in the first seven minutes with both teams taking a slight lead.
December 2, 2011
Slugs Lose to William Jessup in Overtime
The first game of 2012 had a slow start, a great middle and a poor finish as the Slugs dropped an overtime game to William Jessup University, 83-73, Down right away, Santa Cruz got its first lead of the New Year, 14-13 on a Spencer Wells three with just fewer than 12 minutes left in the first half.
December 30, 2011
Slugs Get Win Over American Sports University
Freshman Aron West and senior Brent Jacobs both 10 points to help lead UC Santa Cruz to a 87-54 victory over American Sports University in the third place game at the Purple and Gold Classic at Whittier College.
December 29, 2011
Keelhaulers Sink UC Santa Cruz's Comeback Effort
In a first round game of the Purple and Gold Poet Classic at Whittier College, Cal State Maritime Academy defeated the Banana Slugs 69-61. The Slugs took their only lead of the game, 2-0, just over a minute into the game on a short Brent Jacobs jumper.
December 18, 2011
Santa Cruz Defeats Cal Lu
For the second night in a row, the Slugs shot 50% from the field and held their opponents to less than 35% as Santa Cruz defeated Cal Lutheran 60-50 to run their record to 5-6 for the season. In doing so, the Slugs went undefeated to capture the SCIAC Classic for the second time in three years. Cal Lutheran took their only lead just 32 seconds into the game on a tip in by Aaron Van Klaveren.
December 10, 2011
Jacobs Soars Over The Oaks
With five Slugs scoring in double figures, UC Santa Cruz was able to outscore Menlo College 83-73 in the home opener at the Slug Dome. Led by Brent Jacobs making 10 out of 12 shots in the paint, the men from Cruz were able to outscore the Menlo Oaks 48 to 30 in the paint to run their record to 3-5 for the season.
December 7, 2011
Preview for game vs. Menlo College December 10
December 3, 2011
Slugs Get Fourth in the Lee Fulmer Memorial Tournament
During the third-place game, Chapman University and UC Santa Cruz battled it out in an evenly matched contest. Neither team found its rhythm for quite some time until the Panthers broke a 19-all tie at the two-minute mark on a sophomore forward Nick Dragovich (La Crescenta, CA) lay-up. Chapman mustered a halftime lead of three points, which eventually stood up for the 74-65 win.
December 2, 2011
Slugs Fall to Redlands in Semi-Finals of Lee Fulmer Memorial Tournament
In the second round of the Fulmer tournament, University of Redlands beat UC Santa Cruz 92-76 in front of an active home crowd. Redlands will play Pomona Pitzer for the tournament championship while the Slugs will face long time nemesis, Chapman in the third place game at 5:30pm.
November 20, 2011
Slugs Victorious in Walla Walla
The Drought is over in Eastern Washington. For the first time in school history, the University of California Santa Cruz Banana Slugs won a game in Washington against a team from Washington. Playing back-to-back games for the first time all season, the Banana Slugs came home with a 76-67 victory.
November 19, 2011
Slugs Zoned Out by Whitman
Sometimes you are in the zone and sometimes you are not. For most of the night, the Whitman Missionaries played a zone defense, completely shutting down the Slugs offense as Whitman won their first game of the year 68-56. Early on, Santa Cruz worked inside out very well to take an early lead. Spencer Wells dropped in a three off of a Tyler Hunt assist to score the first Slug basket.
November 17, 2011
Men's Basketball Falls To Whitworth
On a cold night in the Pacific Northwest, the Slugs shooting matched the weather. UCSC shot an ice cold 38% to lose to the #12 ranked Whitworth Pirates, 70-54. This drops UC Santa Cruz to 0-2 while Whitworth improves to 1-0.
November 15, 2011
Santa Cruz Slugs It Out With Division I UC Davis
In the end, the taller Division 1 UC Davis Aggies slipped by the Division III UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs 84-78 at The Pavilion on the Davis campus. However, for most of the game, there did not appear to be a difference in NCAA division or talent.
November 5, 2011
Santa Cruz Wins Exhibition Game Over Academy of the Arts
For senior Sam Allen, the comfortable confines of Kezar Pavillion led to a career high night as he helped lead the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs to an 82-68 exhibition victory over the Academy of Art University, a NCAA Division II programs. The Slugs were able to hold off the San Francisco program with scholarships and Division I kickbacks.
May 7, 2012
Nike Basketball Camp Returns to UC Santa Cruz
The individual camp is a great opportunity to develop and refine your fundamental basketball skills in a supportive and challenging environment. The camp includes curriculum for advanced individual techniques on the wing, in the post, or from the guard positions.
February 18, 2012
Slugs Romp On Senior Night
The Slugs ran off to an early 33-9 lead and coasted to an easy 62-43 victory over an overmatched but gritty UC Merced Bobcats. Behind 17 points from the long range shooting of Danielle Mofsowitz and 23 post points from Sarah Mackey (12) and Alison Scarbrough (11), the Slugs dominated the game from start to finish before a full house on Senior night.
February 17, 2012
William Jessup Halts UCSC Win Streak
In a game plagued with errors by both teams, the William Jessup Warriors produced one sustained run late in the 2nd half and slipped past UC Santa Cruz 56-46 in Rocklin. Going into the game, the Slugs built a five game win streak on the strength of good shooting, tough defense and strong rebounding. On Friday night, the Warriors outshot the Slugs 52% to 38%, won the turnover battle 29-25 and nearly out rebounded the Slugs.
February 11, 2012
Slugs Cruise Past Pioneers
The UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs ran their win streak to five games with a 73-42 win over the Pacific Union Pioneers behind sharp three point shooting, dominant inside play and stifling team defense. The Slugs rained 3’s on the Pioneers throughout the game as six different players scored from beyond the arc lead by Ortiz (9pts) and Mofsowitz (13pts) with three each.
January 24, 2012
Sarah Mackey recognized by D3hoops.com
UC Santa Cruz student athlete Sarah Mackey has been recognized by D3hoops.com for her outstanding performance on the basketball court this past week. Mackey has been named to the website’s “Team of the Week” which recognizes the top performance at each of the five positions from the previous week.
November 18, 2011
Slugs Fall To Pacific Lutheran
Pacific Lutheran was on fire this evening when it stepped on the court to face UC Santa Cruz in a non-conference women's basketball game in Olson Auditorium. The Lutes came out on top, 62-53, in their season opener.
October 16, 2011
The CMS Invitational
The CMS Invitational was held in Ontario California and was the final tournament for the fall season. Charlotte Gibson made the highlight reel with an eagle on the 5th hole a par 5. The Slugs took home a 5th place finish, middle of the pack of a field of 11 teams.
October 18, 2011
UCSC Women Golf Place 12th in the Careton College Golf Tournament
The Lady Slugs finished 12th out of 21 teams in theCareton College Women's Golf Tournament.
September 17, 2011
The Division III Classic
The Division III Classic was hosted by Carlton College in Lake City MN. The team played in a 60 degree change in weather . The Slugs struggled to keep their games together while fighting the rain and cold.
September 13, 2011
UCSC Women Golf Place 5th in the Lady Bulldog Classic
The Lady Slugs finished 5th out of 13 teams in the Texas Lutheran University Lady Bulldog Classic
June 10, 2012
Slug Women's Basketball 2016 Incoming Recruits
UC Santa Cruz women’s basketball coach Todd Kent has announced the 2016 recruiting class who will play for the Slugs beginning in the fall of 2012. The class consists of four excellent student-athletes, including Lashay Alexander, Trina Torres, Amanda Spence, and Ashley Holmes.
May 24, 2012
Devin Nerenberg Wins First Round of NCAA Championships
May 24, 2012
Devin Nerenberg Wins First Round of NCAA Championships
May 11, 2012
Revenge is Sweet
The Slugs lost to Pomona Pitzer on March 31 for the first time in program history. In the second round of NCAA Regionals, UCSC was looking to avenge that loss and get into the third round for a chance to compete for a spot in the final eight at the national championship site in Cary, North Carolina.
May 9, 2012
Time for the NCAA Team Championships...
The Slugs are off to the first rounds of NCAA team play this upcoming weekend. We get in the vans this afternoon as we head down to Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Colleges for the tournament we have all been waiting for. It has been an amazing year thus far, and we intend to go the rest of the way, guns blazing, till the last ball is struck. From here on out the NCAA’s is a single elimination tournament, last team standing taking home a National Title with a ring to match.
April 26, 2012
Slugs vs Kingsmen: A Demonstration to Remember
On April 22nd the UCSC Men’s tennis team took on #6 Nationally ranked Cal Lutheran Kingsmen. After a season of huge wins and tough losses the Slugs knew that this, our last home match this late in the season, was as important as it gets. The west region is packed with tough teams this year, and as we get closer to NCAA play come May, matches like this hold a huge amount of weight.
April 5, 2012
Back to the Cruz after a Spring break down south
The Slugs returned to Santa Cruz this past Saturday with a long week of tennis under their belts. Our trip started in San Diego where we were fortunate enough to stay with some of our players amazing families, and ended with five days of tennis in the LA area before returning home. It was a week full of fun, family, wins, loses, heartbreak, cheers, lessons, and all that comes with eight days on the road together.
March 26, 2012
Slugs on Spring Break
The Slugs are currently in San Diego with family and friends getting ready for a week full of exciting matches. Here is a quick update with our schedule for the week in souther California.
March 13, 2012
The match we had all been waiting for, Slugs vs Stags…
The Slugs went 1-1 this weekend with a 5-4 loss to #6 Nationally ranked Kenyon College and a 6-3 victory over #4 Nationally ranked regional rival Claremont-Mud-Scripps. With a tough Friday afternoon loss to Kenyon, a mixed bag of emotions was apparent among the team as we prepared for our biggest match of the season that very next day.
March 5, 2012
Recap in Fresno. On to the weekend we've all been waiting for...
The Slugs came back from back-to-back matches in Fresno this past weekend with a solid showing. Coming of a stellar performance at the National Indoor Championships the week before, the Slugs were able to go 1-1 in Fresno, beating Division II Sonoma State and falling to the NAIA defending National Champions Fresno Pacific University.
March 1, 2012
Slugs Reach Finals of ITA National Indoor Championships. Road to becoming a Championship Team
This past weekend in St. Peter, Minnesota the Slugs walked away with a 2nd place trophy and a monstrous step towards becoming the championship team we daily discuss. After defeating two top 10 nationally ranked teams in the first two rounds, Trinity of Texas and Washington University of St. Louis, the Slugs went down to the Emory Eagles of Atlanta Georgia.
December 19, 2011
2 Men's Soccer Players Named to the All-Far West Teams
Dan Seltzer was named to the second All- Far West team and Michael Hanabusa was named to the third All-Far West team
November 22, 2011
6 Men's Soccer Players Named to the All-Independent Team
Dan Seltzer, Ben Middlemiss, Cody Pillon, Michael Hanabusa, Reed Adler, and Alika Okamitsu were named to the All-Independent First Team
September 6, 2011
Women's Volleyball Go 1-1 on Day 2 Of the Puget Sound Tournament
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball wins their first match of the season against UW Stout! The Slug’s won in three straight sets with the following scores: 25-9, 25-15, 25-21.
October 1, 2011
Slugs defeat Dominican University
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball team wins their match against Dominican University! The Slugs won in three sets with the following scores 25-22, 25-19, 25-20.
September 23, 2011
Slugs defeat West Coast Baptist
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball team wins their match against West Coast Baptist! The Slugs won in three sets 25-18, 25-8, 25-7.
September 16, 2011
Slugs defeat Menlo College
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Volleyball team wins their match against Menlo College! The Slugs won in four sets 18-25, 25-19, 25-18, 25-13.
December 12, 2012
UCSC Men's Soccer Announces Summer Advanced Player Development Camp
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer’s annual APD Camp will be from July 31st – August 3rd , 2012 on the beautiful campus of UCSC. The APD Camp is a four-day intensive camp designed for the elite-level player who is motivated to play at the college level. Players will train using the same methods and facilities as the highly successful UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer Program, as well as get a chance to interact with many members of the team.
February 12, 2012
Men's Soccer Registration is now open for our Spring 2012 Individual Development (ID) Camp
The Spring Advanced Player Development Camp is a two-day intensive camp designed for the elite-level player who is motivated to play at the college level. Not only will this camp allow players to showcase themselves in front of college coaches, it will also give players a taste of what college soccer is all about on one of the most beautiful campuses in the country.
September 12, 2011
The Texas Lutheran Lady Bulldog
The UCSC Women's golf team spent a week at bootcamp then traveled to Texas for their 1st fall tournament of the season, The Lady Bulldog hosted by Texas Lutheran University.
October 20, 2011
Men's Soccer 4v4 Slug-Fest & Winter Jamboree
On Saturday, December 10th, 2011 the UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer Team will host the Fifth Annual UCSC 4v4 Slug-Fest. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage your players in an event that is both exciting and instructional.
May 24, 2012
Alexandra Scotten Falls in First Round of NCAA Championships
Alex Scotten lost a well fought match in the first round of the NCAA Championships to Kelly Gebert of Depauw University 6-3, 6-4. Scotten went down 0-2 in the first set but came back to tie it up at 2-2 after some great shotmaking and unforced errors from her opponent.
January 7, 2012
Slugs Receive NSCAA/Addidas 2011 Awards
Congratulations to Brooke Atkinson (Junior) and Adriana Moosekian (Senior) for being selected to the NSCAA/Addidas 2011 Women's Scholar All-West Region Second Team.
November 5, 2011
5 Lady Slugs Named to All-Independent Women's Soccer Team
Antonia Darragh was names Defensive Player of the Year and Sarah Sadler was named Co-Rookie of the year.
November 13, 2011
Slugs Fall to Concordia-Moorehead
An overtime defensive miscue by UC Santa Cruz provided a premium scoring opportunity for Concordia-Moorhead. In the 98th minute Sarah Rounds stole possession from the Banana Slugs central defender and raced towards goal for a one-on-one with the keeper.
July 30, 2012
Slugs Upset Regals in NCAA West Region First Round
In the 95th minute, Michele Stathatos scored the golden goal off of an assist from Chay Thomas, and the UCSC Women’s Soccer Team continues their incredible season. UCSC defeated the NCAA West Regional host and #10 ranked team in the nation California Lutheran University. The Slugs advance to play Concordia- Moorehead in the 2nd round Sunday night at 5pm at Rolland Stadium at California Lutheran University.
November 7, 2011
Women's Soccer Makes NCAA Regionals
November 7, 2011 was a day of anticipation and excitement for the UCSC Women’s Soccer Team and in the Athletic Office in general as they found out that their squad is advancing to the NCAA playoffs since their hiatus last season. After what was a disappointing season in 2010, going 1-13-2 after a history of making it to the playoffs every year since 2006, this year it was time to dust off the shock and embrace the goal that the 2011 squad achieved.
September 1, 2011
UC Santa Cruz Women's Soccer Opens Season with Three Game Win Streak
The UC Santa Cruz Women’s Soccer squad opened the fall 2011 season on the road in Clinton near Jackson the capital of Mississippi under humid and stormy skies. Tropical Storm Lee threatened to open up as well. The weather did little to slow down the Slugs as they proved they could put the tough season of 2010 behind them.
August 15, 2011
Men's Soccer Fall ID Camp Announced: Saturday and Sunday, November 5 and 6
UC Santa Cruz Men’s Soccer would like to announce our Fall 2011 ID Camp dates, Saturday, November 5 and Sunday, November 6. If you are interested in being a future Slug Soccer player, this 2-day Individual Development camp is the best opportunity to be seen by our coaching staff in an up close and personal environment.
August 24, 2011
UCSC Women's Volleyball Welcomes Elena Echeverria and Kim Rabii
UC Santa Cruz Women's Volleyball would like to welcome new comers Elena Echeverria and Kim Rabii.
September 12, 2011
Women and Men Open Season with 7th Place Team Finishes
The UCSC women continued tradition with their opening season race at the University of San Francisco Invitational while the men’s team competed as an NCAA DIII team for the first time. Both were rewarded with 7th place team finishes against strong DI competition including national powerhouse programs Stanford and Cal.
January 14, 2015
Coaching Corps to Co-Sponsor Free Event for Youth K-8
The UC Santa Cruz Coaching Corps chapter is teaming up with UC Santa Cruz DIII Athletics to connect our college athletes with the children in our community to create the first annual “ UCSC College Sports Day!”