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      What a homecoming it was for the Purple and White! Amherst College went 7-0 this past Saturday on our homecoming weekend. Volleyball, Women’s Soccer, Men’s Soccer, Field Hockey, and Football all contributed big wins to make it a tremendous weekend for Amherst sports. I was able to watch the Football and Field Hockey games, and both teams were dominant against Wesleyan. It was certainly a great day to be a Lord Jeff!
           Volleyball got the weekend rolling with a big win in LeFrak gymnasium on Friday night. The “Firedogs” beat Vassar by a decisive score of 3-0. They went on to shut out their next to opponents, Brandeis and Bridgewater State, on Saturday.
           Women’s Soccer and Field Hockey got Saturday morning off to a big start, with both teams earning shutouts against Little-Three foe Wesleyan University. Women’s Soccer defeated Wesleyan 2-0 while Field Hockey beat the Cardinals 7-0. Saturday was senior day for both teams, and one could certainly say the seniors led both teams to a commanding victory.
           Football continued the winning streak by beating Wesleyan 27-18. Football came from behind in the first quarter and from there they became too much for Wesleyan. With this win, Football is now 5-0 and remains in first place in the NESCAC.
           Men’s Soccer rounded out a terrific day with a 5-0 defeat over the Cardinals. The Purple and White are also number 1 in the NESCAC and have not yet lost this season.
As NESCAC playoffs begin this weekend for several teams, I am feeling optimistic about Amherst’s chances to bring home some banners this fall!
For more information on these victories and all things Amherst Sports, visit www.amherst.edu/athletics !