Dragons end season with 14-11 win over Shepherd for second victory
Tiffin University (2-13) finished their season on a high note, beating Shepherd 14-11 after jumping out to a strong 10-4 lead at the half. TU had success on the draw, posting a 17-10 edge on draw controls while also forcing 18 turnovers and outshooting the Rams 33-30. TU was especially effective on free position shots, connecting on 6 of 11 shots. Kelley Miller led the way with 5 goals while Allyn Saling had 3 goals and 2 assists. Cassidy Bartholomew had 2 goals and an assist while Ali Quast also had 3 goals with an assist. Emily Miller also contributed one goal and one assist, while Aimee LeClair made 10 saves in goal and allowed only 3 of 10 free position shots.
TU scoring drought leads to close 18-12 loss at Edinboro
Tiffin University (1-13) was tied with Edinboro 8-8 with less than 1:00 to play before halftime but then allowed 7 unanswered goals to Edinboro, leading to a close 18-12 loss on the road. TU trailed 10-8 at halftime but a 44-24 shot disadvantage kept TU at bay. Edinboro also enjoyed a 34-14 ground ball edge. Allyn Saling had 6 goals while Kelley Miller had 4 and Emily Miller had 2 goals with 3 assists. Cassidy Bartholomew also had an assist while Aimee LeClair had 10 saves in goal.
TU drops narrow decision to Lake Erie 18-12
Tiffin University (1-12) played a strong game but came up just short at Lake Erie, falling 18-12. The Dragons trailed 12-7 at halftime but quickly narrowed the gap to 13-10 with 19:00 left. They were unable to get closer however, despitea 19-13 edge in draws and a 17-16 ground ball advantage. TU also outshot Lake Erie 32-28. Emily Miller ahd 4 goals to lead a balanced scoring attack, with Cassidy Bartholomew getting 3 goals and an assist, Allyn Saling getting 2 goals and an assist, and Kelley Miller getting 2 goals and an assist. Ali Quast also had one goal and one assist and Ali Jesberger added an assist. Aimee LeClair played in goal, making 6 saves.
TU posts first victory in 17-2 decision over Mount St. Joseph
Tiffin University (1-11) controlled play from start to finish in a 17-2 victory over Mount St. Joseph, their first win in school history. The Dragons opened the game strong, amassing a 11-1 halftime lead and continuing solid play throughout the second half. The Dragons had a chance to attack offensively, outshooting MSJ 33-12 and holding a 18-10 ground ball advantage. Allyn Saling had 6 goals and an assist, while Ali Quast had 2 goals and 4 assists. Emily Miller and Kelley Miller joined Cassidy Bartholomew with 3 goals apiece. Aimee LeClaire totaled 8 saves in goal.
TU suffers more second half blues, falls 21-7
Tiffin University (0-11) kept the score fairly close, trailing 9-4 at halftime, but were outpaced in the second half 12-3 en route to a 21-7 loss to Adrian College. Adrian controlled play with a big 43-20 shot advantage and also controlled the draws 18-10. Emily Miller had 3 goals for TU while Ali Quast also had 2 goals and an assist. Allyn Saling also had 2 goals while Jessica Oliver took the loss in goal, making 8 saves.
TU's defense breaks down in second half in 19-4 loss
Tiffin University (0-10) played a close first half, trailing 7-3 at the half but the defense could not keep up the pace, getting outscored 12-1 after the break for an eventual 19-4 loss to Seton Hill. The Griffins outshot TU 32-22, overcoming a 25-18 disadvantage on ground balls. Madeline Kane had 8 saves in goal for TU. Emily Miller had 2 goals while Allyn Saling had a goal and assist. Cassidy Bartholomew also had a goal while Anna Tong had an assist.
Miller up to 5th in national stats, Oliver 3rd (more)
TU's offense shut down in 20-4 loss at Notre Dame
Tiffin University (0-9) trailed at the half 10-1 and it didn't get any better as they were held to a 35-8 shot disadvantage en route to a 20-4 loss at Notre Dame. Notre Dame held a big 19-7 edge in draw controls and forced 24 Dragons turnovers. Allyn Saling had 2 goals and an assist while Emily Miller and Kelley Miller also scored. Madeline Kane spent 60 minutes in goal, making 9 saves.
TU fails to make up halftime deficit, falls 18-10
Tiffin University (0-8) fell behind at the half 13-6 and could not make up the difference, falling at Indiana Tech 18-10. Indiana Tech outshot the Dragons 39-27 while also holding a 41-23 ground ball advantage. Emily Miller led the Dragons with 5 goals while Allyn Saling had 3 goals and Ali Quast had 2 goals. Aimee LeClair had 14 saves in her first start in goal for the Dragons.
Oliver rises to 2nd in nation in saves per game in latest national statistics; Miller 13th in ground balls (more)
TU falls in tough 26-8 contest with Converse
Tiffin University (0-7) could not control Converse in the middle, allowing numerous shots as Converse rolled to a 26-8 win. Still missing Cassidy Bartholomew with an injury on the inside, the Dragons defense allowed a 54-23 shot advantage to Converse. TU trailed 16-7 at halftime and could not make it up, scoring just once more in the game. Converse also held a 27-21 ground ball advantage while TU turned the ball over 23 times to the Valkyries' 7. Allyn Saling had 4 goals and an assist, while Ali Quast had a goal and 3 assists. Emily Miller, Kelley Miller, and Jenna Gottfried also scored.
TU suffers 16-4 setback to Kenyon
Tiffin University (0-6) never got on track, falling behind 11-1 by halftime and eventually falling 16-4 at Kenyon. Kenyon held a 33-17 shot advantage and controlled draw controls 15-7. They also held a slight edge in ground balls 16-12 and forced 12 Dragons turnovers. Emily Miller had 2 goals and an assist while Allyn Saling and Kelley Miller also had goals. Ali Quast added an assist while Jessica Oliver totaled 14 saves in goal.
TU falls in closing seconds 18-17 to Ohio Wesleyan
Tiffin University (0-5) had a late lead but couldn't hold it, falling to Ohio Wesleyan 18-17 in a wild game on the road. TU opened the game down 8-3 but then rallied to go on a 13-4 run to take a 16-13 lead with 13 minutes to play. Ohio Wesleyan turned it around down the stretch, outscoring TU 6-1 to close out the game and take a 18-17 lead. TU had one last shot with 30 seconds remaining when Ali Quast made a breakaway shot that was saved by OWU's goalkeeper. TU played its best all-around game of the season despite playing most of the game down a man due to an injury to Cassidy Bartholomew.
Emily Miller had 5 goals and 3 assists while Allyn Saling also had 5 goals. Quast totaled 4 goals and 2 assists while Kelley Miller, Bartholomew, and Emily DeMartino also scored. Jenna Gottfried added 3 assists. OWU held a 40-33 edge in shots and a 34-27 advantage in ground balls while draw controls were even at 18-18.
Oliver rises to 3rd in nation in saves per game (more)
TU makes progress but falls 17-7 to Slippery Rock
Tiffin University (0-4) remained in the hunt for their first win, making progress in some categories before falling 17-7 to Slippery Rock. The Dragons trailed at halftime 10-3 but narrowed the gap in the second half to a 7-4 deficit. While getting outshot 34-18 overall, the Dragons held a 12-9 edge in draw controls and trailed only 18-12 in ground balls. Allyn Saling had 4 goals with an assist while Ali Quast added a goal and 2 assists. Also scoring goals were Cassidy Bartholomew and Kelley Miller while Emily DeMartino tacked on an assist. Jessica Oliver recorded 13 saves in goal while taking the loss.
TU drops 21-8 decision to Wittenberg
Tiffin University (0-3) trailed 12-6 at the half but could not make up the difference in the second half of a 21-8 loss at Wittenberg. Emily Miller tallied 6 goals to lead the Dragons, who also had goals from Allyn Saling and Kelley Miller. Jessica Oliver registered 16 saves while taking the loss in goal. Wittenberg held a 40-17 shot advantage and also beat the Dragons in ground balls 43-34.
Oliver 7th in nation in saves per game (more)
TU lacrosse falls to Indiana University after flat first half
Tiffin University (0-2) had a let down over the final 11:44 of the first half, allowing 7 unanswered goals over that span to break open a 6-2 deficit en route to a 22-6 loss at Indiana University (PA). Despite a draw control advantage of 15-10, the Dragons were outshot 38-15. IUP also controlled the ground balls 20-12. Jessica Oliver had 10 saves in goal in taking the loss. Allyn Saling had 2 goals while Ali Quast, Kelley Miller, Cassidy Bartholomew, and Emily Miller also scored.
TU lacrosse era starts with 19-5 loss to 5th-ranked Mercyhurst
Tiffin University (0-1) opened its women's lacrosse era with a hard fought 19-5 loss at home to 5th-ranked Mercyhurst. The Dragons opened the game aggressively, bringing the score to a 4-2 deficit after the first 12:00. But Mercyhurst kept its composure and scored 7 straight goals to finish the first half with an 11-2 advantage. The Lakers controlled play in their offensive end, peppering the Dragons with 47 shots while allowing 16, including a 25-6 shot edge in the first half. The Lakers also picked up 38 ground balls to TU's 13 and also won 18 of 25 draw controls.
Emily Miller had 3 goals for TU while Allyn Saling and Cassidy Bartholomew also had goals. Ali Quast added an assist. Jessica Oliver took the loss in goal, making 14 saves.
Lacrosse comes to Tiffin with rich history (more)
TU announces Dragon Radio featuring three live events
Tiffin University is proud to announce the debut of Dragon Radio Live, a monthly radio program that will broadcast live from Madison Street Pub and Grub on Oct. 5 from 6-7 p.m. The show is part of a continuing partnership between Tiffin University and WMJK 100.9 FM and provides insight into Dragons Athletics as well as highlights the continuing development of the program and institution through the construction of the new Recreation Center and other initiatives. Alumni and Friends of the University are invited to join in the fun of a "live" show. Doors open at 5 p.m.
WMJK is the home of Dragons football, broadcasting all 11 games while also providing an internet stream for fans to listen to abroad. Dragons Radio will be a monthly feature highlighting all Dragons Athletic teams along with their sponsors and supporters, with a total of three broadcasts being live events from local establishments. Fut
ure live broadcasts are scheduled for Nov. 16 at T.J. Willies and March 15 at Madison Street Pub and Grub. Voice of the Dragons Frank Barber, entering his 15th year working with Tiffin University, is the host of the show, while a wide variety of coaches, administrators, and players will receive exposure and provide interesting insight into Tiffin University.
Dragons announce inaugural 2010 schedule (more)
Dragons start Lacrosse era
Women’s Lacrosse is the 19th NCAA Division II athletic program offered by 
iversity offers. The team will compete as an Independent program beginning in the spring of 2010 and will compete at the Paradiso Athletic Fields. A total of 42 NCAA Division II institutions compete in women’s lacrosse, including programs at
"I am grateful to President Marion and Athletic Director Allen for giving me this opportunity.
"We are excited at the prospect of adding women’s lacrosse to our athletic department,” said Lonny Allen, Athletic Director. “It is an up-and-coming sport similar to what women’s soccer was in the late 1980s. We felt it was a good time to be proactive and expand into what we see as a growth sport. Coach Schreiber has a real passion for the sport. It will be a pleasure to watch him bring his love of coaching and recruiting into the program as it develops over the next year.”
