NCSSM Athletics Updates - 09/12/13

NCSSM Athletics Updates - 09/12/13

Durham, N.C. - The fall sports season has begun and the Unicorns are off to a strong start.  Below are the updates to start the season for NCSSM Athletics.

Men's Soccer - The soccer team has started the season with a 3-2-2 record including a 2-1 Northern Carolina Conference record.  Highlights on the season include a 4-3 victory over non-conference Carrboro who was ranked #1 in the EuroSport 2A NC rankings.  The UNIs also amped up their schedule with 4A opponents as they tied Ashley and lost on a penalty kick to Middle Creek.
Women's Tennis - The tennis team is off to their usual quick start as they have run right through the conference schedule so far.  The UNIs are 6-0 in conference play including their last victory over DSA 8-1.  
Volleyball - The volleyball team has faced a tough schedule and are starting to find their groove.  They started their Northern Carolina schedule reeling off three straight wins over Warren Country, Roanoke Rapids and DSA.
Men's and Women's Cross Country - The cross country team has taken the new conference by storm with victories in each of their first two Northern Carolina matches.  In their last meet at Roanoke Rapids, the men took five of the top six spots while the ladies have five in the top 10 finishers.
Women's Golf - The women's golf team started their season this week and won their first ever Northern Carolina event in their first attempt on Monday.  Senior Jessica Lee tied for 1st place in the match and also scored her lowest round with a 41.