2001 Adapted Soccer Results

2001 M.A.A.A. Adapted Soccer Conference Champions!
Record: 9 Wins, 0 Losses, 1 Tie

10/25/2001: Robbinsdale - 10 vs. White Bear Lake - 3
Robins Finish Season Unbeaten!
The White Bear Lake Bears (6-4-0) came to Hosterman Middle School as the only team standing between the Robins and a nearly perfect season. The Bears were a very quick and talented team, but still were no match for the Robins, as they played their most complete game of the season, and finished the regular season with a 9-0-1 record after beating White Bear 10-3. The Robins were great in every aspect of the game, and dominated from the first kick-off. An excellent passing game, a rock solid defense combined with outstanding goalkeeping helped the Robins complete one of their most successful regular seasons ever! Mike Boss scored five times, and finished the regular season with a team high 28 goals. Adam Moles, Rachel Dockter and Keith Abram all added two assists each. Goalie Becky Vahakangas was everywhere, sliding, diving and falling all over nearly every WBL shot, and finished the game with a season high 29 saves. Congratulations Robins!!!! Good Luck at the State Tournament!!!

10/23/2001: Robbinsdale - 9 vs. South Suburban - 2
Robins Still Unbeaten!
The Robins made their last road game of the season a good one, with a solid effort, and a 9-2 victory against a much improved South Suburban Flyers team. Adam Moles' passing seemed to be the biggest catalyst for the Robins' offense as he contributed four assists in the game. Mike Boss continued to lead the Robins by scoring four goals, and Rachel Dockter scored two times to push her season total to nine. Becky Vahahkangas was great again in the net for the Robins, making 15 saves and allowing only two goals, with one coming on a penalty shot. The Robins will wrap up the regular season on 10/25/2001 at home versus White Bear Lake.

10/17/2001: Robbinsdale - 10 vs. Minneapolis South - 2
This game was originally scheduled for September 11, 2001, but was rescheduled due to the terroristic attacks against America. The Robins continued their season long pattern of getting out to a good lead by halftime, and cruising to a comfortable victory as they crushed South Minneapolis 10-2. Mike Boss led they way again for the Robins, scoring five goals in the win. Freshman Adam Moles added two goals and one assist, and sophomore Becky Vahakangas made 18 saves to hold off the South Tigers attack.

10/16/2001: Robbinsdale - 10 vs. Moundsview - 2
The Robins won big again against a young and inexperienced Moundsview team. Consistent play and good teamwork were key again, as every team member made a contribution to the victory. Junior captain Mike Boss led the way for the Robins' with six goals. Adam Moles, Kevin Devine, Michelle Boss and Nu Yang all scored one goal apiece, and eighth grader Rachel Dockter added four assists and now leads the team with 11 assists on the season. The Robins' are now 6-0-1, and tied for first place.

10/11/2001: Robbinsdale - 4 vs. Dakota - 2
Another Close One
The Robins put up another good fight, and this time they posted the win, with a 4 - 2 victory against previously undefeated Dakota United. The Robins picked up where they left off from the Park Center game, with great defense and smart play. Sophomore Becky Vahakangas put on a great passing display by setting up Freshman Adam Moles perfectly for two great goals. Rachel Dockter finished with one goal and one assist, and Kevine Devine scored the fourth and decisive goal of the game for the Robins. Freshman goalie Keith Abram had ten saves to help the Robins hold off a tough Dakota offensive attack. The Robins are now two points out of first place in the standings, and own a 5 - 0 - 1 record.

10/9/2001: Robbinsdale - 3 vs. Park Center - 3 *tie game
A Tight Battle
The Robins stayed unbeaten, but couldn't quite pull out the win in a hard fought battle with arch rival, Park Center, and played to a 3 -3 tie. This was a matchup between two undefeated teams, and was very even from the opening kick off. The Robins got out to a quick 1-0 lead on their home court with a goal from Sophomore Becky Vahakangas, but Park Center was quick to respond. Park Center took a 3 - 2 lead midway through the second half, but Junior Mike Boss pulled the Robins even with a great goal off of a direct kick in front of the Pirates' net. Freshman Keith Abram did a great job in the net, making 19 saves for the Robins, to help keep the game tight. Look for these two teams to clash one more time this season, most likely in the State Tournament, on November 9th and 10th.

9/27/2001: Robbinsdale - 15 vs. Wayzata-Minnetonka - 1
Robins win big again!
The Robins posted their fourth consecutive victory, with a big win against Wayzata/Minnetonka. Another great team effort was the story of the night as the Robins beat Wayzata 15 - 1. With our starters seeing limited playing time, our younger players got the opportunity to put in big minutes and continued to develop their skills. Eighth grader Rachel Dockter led the Robins with five goals and one assist. Junior Michelle Boss added three goals and two assists, while Freshman Eddie Nelson, playing in his first game of the season, scored his first soccer goal ever!

9/25/2001: Robbinsdale - 22 vs. Anoka - 1
Big Win at Home!
The Robbinsdale Robins defeated Anoka 22 to 1 at home in a great team effort. Our younger players and new players saw lots of minutes and played extremely well. Eigth grader Ashley Bailey scored her first goal in soccer, Seventh grader Josh Buell scored his first goal also and finished the game with 4 goals. Sophomore Nu Yang saw minutes at forward and scored 4 goals in the victory. All all but one of our forwards scored a goal. An all around great offensive effort with lots of passing and smart movement on the floor and a solid defensive game. The Robins set a team record for goals in a game in soccer with 22 goals. The Robins are now 3-0!

9/19/2001: Robbinsdale - 9 vs. St. Paul Highland - 1
Team effort puts Robins past Highland
The Robins won their second straight game, with a complete team effort against Highland Park of St.Paul. Teamwork, solid defense and smart play were the keys as six players scored goals in a 9-1 victory. Mike Boss, Adam Moles and Becky Vahakangas each scored twice, while Kevin DeVine, Tasha Kositzke and Nu Yang each added one goal. Rachel Dockter also had three assists in the balanced offensive effort. Michelle Boss continued her solid play at goalie, and eighth grader Josh Buell did not allow a goal in relief duty during the second half of the game. The Robins are now 2 - 0, and are off to a great start!

9/18/2001: Robbinsdale - 9 vs. St. Paul Humboldt - 5
Robins come up big in home opener!
The Robins struck early and often against the defending state champions from St. Paul Humboldt, with junior Mike Boss, and freshman Adam Moles leading the way. It was the Robins' first game of the year after having their game against South Minneapolis postponed due to the events in New York and Washington D.C.. Boss scored the game's first goal only seven seconds into the first half, and the Robins never looked back from there in a 9-5 victory. Boss and Moles scored three goals apiece, while freshman Keith Abram scored two assists. Michelle Boss recorded 17 saves in her debut at goalie.

9/12/2001: Robbinsdale vs. Minneapolis South
*** Game cancelled *** Rescheduling options are being evaluated, please check back at a later date for news.