Thursday, October 27
Colorado Springs, CO
6:00 pm MT
Air Force Academy
vs
Colorado College
Photo by: Photo by Trevor Cokley
Falcons to play Tigers in City For Champions Cup
10/26/2022 3:02:00 PM | Women's Soccer
Match Day 18
Air Force Falcons (6-7-4) vs. Colorado College Tigers (7-5-5)
Thursday, October 27, 6:00 pm MT
Weidner Field, Colorado Springs, CO
Broadcast Information
- Video Stream: Mountain West Network
- Live Statistics: StatBroadcast
- Twitter updates: @AF_WSOC
Series History vs. Colorado College
-Historically, Air Force is 3-17 against Colorado College.
-A season ago, Air Force was defeated 1-0 in Colorado Springs.
-Air Force has not bested Colorado College since 2003, a 2-1 win at USAFA.
-The Falcons have lost 11-consecutive matches to the Tigers.
Last Time Out
-After seeing the Rebels break a scoreless tie in the 77th minute, Air Force quickly returned the favor just three minute later, as Andrea Mosher's second goal of the season leveled the match to its eventual 1-1 score.
-Mosher made her way down the middle of the pitch before striking a phenomenal left-footed shot past an outstretched UNLV keeper.
-The goal represents Mosher's first since September 11.
-Air Force managed nine total shots, including five on goal.
-Cassi Bych led the Falcons with four total shots, as well as a game-high three shots on target.
-Sydney Davis was vital yet again to the Falcons efforts on Sunday, turning away nine of the Rebels 10 shots on goal.
Coach Busby after UNLV
-"Although we fell short of winning the match, I could not be any more proud of our growth this season. It has been the most enjoyable season of my career due to their coachability and relentless work ethic. The future is bright for our program and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to lead this incredible group of women."
Eliminated from Tournament Contention
-Air Force enters its final regular season contest with 12 points (3-4-3) in the Mountain West.
-As a result, Thursday marks the final match for the Falcons this season.
Strong Between the Pipes
-Goalkeeper Sydney Davis has been superb in her 12 matches this season, as she leads all MW goalies with an .857 save percentage.
-She is also second in the conference in saves per game (5.00).
-Her four clean sheets are tied for third-most in the MW.
-Davis also sits fourth in the conference with an .870 goals against average.
Hey, There's Cae!
-Freshman forward Caeli Sherman continues to be one of the Falcons more potent attackers.
-Sherman recorded her first-career brace in Air Force's 3-1 win over Nevada on October 20.
-Sherman is tied with Jenna Rubidoux for the team lead in goals (3), while leading Air Force with seven points this season.
-She also leads the Falcons in shots (37) and shots on goal (17).
Ol' Reliable
-Defender Stella Rubidoux has started all 17 matches for Air Force thus far, accounting for 1,511 minutes of a potential 1,530 minutes of playing time.
A Strong Finish
-Following a four-match losing streak, the Falcons have seemingly turned a corner.
-Over Air Force's last four matches, the Falcons have earned eight points (2-0-2).
-Air Force has outscored opponents 5-2 in that span.
The Inaugural City for Champions Cup
The Colorado College Tigers and Air Force Falcons women's soccer teams will take the field and contend in the inaugural City for Champions Cup at Weidner Field. This match is set to take place on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at 6:00 PM and tickets are now on sale.
Home to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC of the USL, Weidner Field is an 8,000-person capacity venue located in downtown Colorado Springs. It will be the host site for the City for Champions Cup, a two-year endeavor between two excellent NCAA Division I women's soccer programs.
"With the 50th anniversary of Title IX, this is the perfect opportunity to bring three City for Champions venues together for an event that will showcase our two Division I and Mountain West women's collegiate women's soccer programs in the Springs," Lesley Irvine, Colorado College vice president & director of athletics said. "We're excited to provide this platform to our student-athletes and build community. Everything about this points to why Olympic City USA is such a remarkable place and Colorado College is thrilled to lead in this way."
Air Force Academy, Colorado College, Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, and Switchbacks FC have come together in partnership to plan and execute this exciting event, which also serves as the Mountain West's regular-season finale for each team.
Megan Leatham, president & chief executive officer of the Colorado Sports Corporation said, "It has been fun to see this event come to life through great partnerships. Thank you to Air Force Academy, Colorado College, and Switchbacks FC for collaborating with us to make it happen! This game will be a special one."
Participation in women's soccer is reaching new heights and the Colorado College Tigers and Air Force Falcons are two local teams championing that movement. The City for Champions Cup aims to showcase the talent of these young women in the hopes of inspiring other young women and girls to learn and grow the sport of soccer.
"This is the perfect opportunity to partner with the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation and bring the City for Champions Cup into Weidner Field in downtown Colorado Springs for the next two years. What a great venue for our cadet athletes to experience and way to showcase our city's two Division I women's soccer teams competing in the Mountain West Conference," said Air Force director of athletics, Nathan Pine.
President of Switchbacks FC, Nick Ragain, noted, "We began hoping to feature this matchup in 2018 when plans for Weidner Field and Robson Arena began taking shape. Today, the talent and energy from Colorado College, Air Force Academy, and the Sports Corp staff is sure to make this an instant classic Colorado Springs sporting event featuring our top female collegiate athletes. Very exciting."
About Colorado College
Colorado College is a nationally prominent, four-year liberal arts college that was founded in Colorado Springs in 1874. The athletics department includes two NCAA Division I sports (men's hockey and women's soccer) and 15 Division III sports, as well as several intramural and club sport opportunities. In 1970 the college created the Block Plan, in which its approximately 2,300 undergraduate students take one class at a time in intensive 3½-week segments. The college also offers a master of arts in teaching degree. Creativity & Innovation, The Arts at CC — which also encompasses the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College — and the college's antiracism commitment are among key initiatives.
About the United States Air Force Academy
Air Force is comprised of a 27-sport intercollegiate program, plus physical education, and intramurals with a mission to develop leaders of character through athletic experiences. The vision of Air Force athletics is to inspire a lifetime of service to the Air Force, Space Force, and nation, provide challenging leadership experiences in a mentally and physically demanding environment, forge a Warrior Ethos that instills the will to win and create exceptional stakeholder and public experiences to promote the Academy, Air Force and Space Force.
About the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation
Colorado Springs Sports Corporation (The Sports Corp) exists to inspire and advance Colorado Springs, Olympic City USA, and the Pikes Peak Region through sport and community events.
Through event promotion and community development activities, The Sports Corp plays a critical role in bringing civic leaders together with some of the nation's premier sporting organizations to promote tourism and create positive economic impact. The Sports Corp hosts annual marquee events including the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame, Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off, Star Spangled Symphony & July 4th Block Party, The Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit, Pikes Peak Regional Airshow, Rocky Mountain State Games, and various sport centric celebrations. In addition, supporting the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, National and International Governing Bodies of Sport, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum remains a staple component of the overall mission.
Air Force Falcons (6-7-4) vs. Colorado College Tigers (7-5-5)
Thursday, October 27, 6:00 pm MT
Weidner Field, Colorado Springs, CO
Broadcast Information
- Video Stream: Mountain West Network
- Live Statistics: StatBroadcast
- Twitter updates: @AF_WSOC
Series History vs. Colorado College
-Historically, Air Force is 3-17 against Colorado College.
-A season ago, Air Force was defeated 1-0 in Colorado Springs.
-Air Force has not bested Colorado College since 2003, a 2-1 win at USAFA.
-The Falcons have lost 11-consecutive matches to the Tigers.
Last Time Out
-After seeing the Rebels break a scoreless tie in the 77th minute, Air Force quickly returned the favor just three minute later, as Andrea Mosher's second goal of the season leveled the match to its eventual 1-1 score.
-Mosher made her way down the middle of the pitch before striking a phenomenal left-footed shot past an outstretched UNLV keeper.
-The goal represents Mosher's first since September 11.
-Air Force managed nine total shots, including five on goal.
-Cassi Bych led the Falcons with four total shots, as well as a game-high three shots on target.
-Sydney Davis was vital yet again to the Falcons efforts on Sunday, turning away nine of the Rebels 10 shots on goal.
Coach Busby after UNLV
-"Although we fell short of winning the match, I could not be any more proud of our growth this season. It has been the most enjoyable season of my career due to their coachability and relentless work ethic. The future is bright for our program and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to lead this incredible group of women."
Eliminated from Tournament Contention
-Air Force enters its final regular season contest with 12 points (3-4-3) in the Mountain West.
-As a result, Thursday marks the final match for the Falcons this season.
Strong Between the Pipes
-Goalkeeper Sydney Davis has been superb in her 12 matches this season, as she leads all MW goalies with an .857 save percentage.
-She is also second in the conference in saves per game (5.00).
-Her four clean sheets are tied for third-most in the MW.
-Davis also sits fourth in the conference with an .870 goals against average.
Hey, There's Cae!
-Freshman forward Caeli Sherman continues to be one of the Falcons more potent attackers.
-Sherman recorded her first-career brace in Air Force's 3-1 win over Nevada on October 20.
-Sherman is tied with Jenna Rubidoux for the team lead in goals (3), while leading Air Force with seven points this season.
-She also leads the Falcons in shots (37) and shots on goal (17).
Ol' Reliable
-Defender Stella Rubidoux has started all 17 matches for Air Force thus far, accounting for 1,511 minutes of a potential 1,530 minutes of playing time.
A Strong Finish
-Following a four-match losing streak, the Falcons have seemingly turned a corner.
-Over Air Force's last four matches, the Falcons have earned eight points (2-0-2).
-Air Force has outscored opponents 5-2 in that span.
The Inaugural City for Champions Cup
The Colorado College Tigers and Air Force Falcons women's soccer teams will take the field and contend in the inaugural City for Champions Cup at Weidner Field. This match is set to take place on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at 6:00 PM and tickets are now on sale.
Home to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC of the USL, Weidner Field is an 8,000-person capacity venue located in downtown Colorado Springs. It will be the host site for the City for Champions Cup, a two-year endeavor between two excellent NCAA Division I women's soccer programs.
"With the 50th anniversary of Title IX, this is the perfect opportunity to bring three City for Champions venues together for an event that will showcase our two Division I and Mountain West women's collegiate women's soccer programs in the Springs," Lesley Irvine, Colorado College vice president & director of athletics said. "We're excited to provide this platform to our student-athletes and build community. Everything about this points to why Olympic City USA is such a remarkable place and Colorado College is thrilled to lead in this way."
Air Force Academy, Colorado College, Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, and Switchbacks FC have come together in partnership to plan and execute this exciting event, which also serves as the Mountain West's regular-season finale for each team.
Megan Leatham, president & chief executive officer of the Colorado Sports Corporation said, "It has been fun to see this event come to life through great partnerships. Thank you to Air Force Academy, Colorado College, and Switchbacks FC for collaborating with us to make it happen! This game will be a special one."
Participation in women's soccer is reaching new heights and the Colorado College Tigers and Air Force Falcons are two local teams championing that movement. The City for Champions Cup aims to showcase the talent of these young women in the hopes of inspiring other young women and girls to learn and grow the sport of soccer.
"This is the perfect opportunity to partner with the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation and bring the City for Champions Cup into Weidner Field in downtown Colorado Springs for the next two years. What a great venue for our cadet athletes to experience and way to showcase our city's two Division I women's soccer teams competing in the Mountain West Conference," said Air Force director of athletics, Nathan Pine.
President of Switchbacks FC, Nick Ragain, noted, "We began hoping to feature this matchup in 2018 when plans for Weidner Field and Robson Arena began taking shape. Today, the talent and energy from Colorado College, Air Force Academy, and the Sports Corp staff is sure to make this an instant classic Colorado Springs sporting event featuring our top female collegiate athletes. Very exciting."
About Colorado College
Colorado College is a nationally prominent, four-year liberal arts college that was founded in Colorado Springs in 1874. The athletics department includes two NCAA Division I sports (men's hockey and women's soccer) and 15 Division III sports, as well as several intramural and club sport opportunities. In 1970 the college created the Block Plan, in which its approximately 2,300 undergraduate students take one class at a time in intensive 3½-week segments. The college also offers a master of arts in teaching degree. Creativity & Innovation, The Arts at CC — which also encompasses the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College — and the college's antiracism commitment are among key initiatives.
About the United States Air Force Academy
Air Force is comprised of a 27-sport intercollegiate program, plus physical education, and intramurals with a mission to develop leaders of character through athletic experiences. The vision of Air Force athletics is to inspire a lifetime of service to the Air Force, Space Force, and nation, provide challenging leadership experiences in a mentally and physically demanding environment, forge a Warrior Ethos that instills the will to win and create exceptional stakeholder and public experiences to promote the Academy, Air Force and Space Force.
About the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation
Colorado Springs Sports Corporation (The Sports Corp) exists to inspire and advance Colorado Springs, Olympic City USA, and the Pikes Peak Region through sport and community events.
Through event promotion and community development activities, The Sports Corp plays a critical role in bringing civic leaders together with some of the nation's premier sporting organizations to promote tourism and create positive economic impact. The Sports Corp hosts annual marquee events including the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame, Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off, Star Spangled Symphony & July 4th Block Party, The Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit, Pikes Peak Regional Airshow, Rocky Mountain State Games, and various sport centric celebrations. In addition, supporting the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, National and International Governing Bodies of Sport, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum remains a staple component of the overall mission.
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