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Most First Place Votes (5)
Lindsey Kentner (23 points, 6 assists) Ali Tobias (15 points, 4 three pointers) Tianna Beatty (12 points) Tarenna Dixon (11 points) Moneka Slaughter (8 rebounds)
TABLE OF CONTENTS UC Women On Fire………………………1 Table of Contents………………………...2 Quick Facts……………………………….2 UC Administration……………………..3,4 UC History………………………………...4 Athletic Department……………………...5 Tradition Never Graduates……………...6 Coaching Staff………………………….7,8 Athletic Training and Support Staff……9 Team Rosters…………………………....10 Team Photo……………………………...10 Player Bios…………………………...11-25 Team History…………………………….26 2009-2010 Review……………………….27 2010-2011 Preview……………………...28 Athletic Facilities………………………...29 WVIAC Title Page……………………....30 About The WVIAC…………………..31,32 Commissioner’s Cup…………………….32 Main Office Contact Information……...32 WVIAC Staff Information……………...32 Past WVIAC Champions………………..32 WVIAC Tournament Information……..32 Commissioner Information……………..33 Associate Commissioner Information....34 WVIAC Participants………………....35,36
General Information School---University of Charleston Founded---1888 Location---Charleston, WV Enrollment---1,385 (Fall 2009) Nickname---Golden Eagles Mascot---MoHarv, the Eagle Colors---Maroon and Gold Home Court---Eddie King Gymnasium Conference---West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Affiliation---NCAA Division II President---Dr. Ed Welch Athletic Director---Tom Nozica Associate Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator---Dr. Bren Stevens Compliance Coordinator---Sherry Winn Athletic Administrative Assistant---Georgeann Lilly-Barker
Quick Facts •1,385 full-time students in Fall 2009 •Graduate programs in pharmacy and business •100 international students from 22 countries, and students from 37 states •98% of graduates are employed or in graduate school in their fields of study within six months of graduation •24% of the 2009 graduating class is now enrolled in pharmacy, medical and physician's assistant programs. •More than 30% of students graduate in less than four years. •The top-ranked baccalaureate institution in WV and #15 in the Southeast (according to US News & World Report) •One of six colleges added to the 2010 edition of the Princeton Review's Best 371 Colleges, 2010 edition •16 Division II varsity athletic teams •Conference champions in Women's Basketball and Women's Tennis during 2008-09 season •Back to Back Men’s Soccer Conference Champion 2009,2010 •Men’s Soccer Atlantic Regional Champion 2009 •Nationally Ranked Football and Men’s Soccer teams •Located in the capital of West Virginia •One of 12 colleges nationally chosen as a model for the first-year experience •The example of a "culture of assessment," according to national leaders in higher education •A growing number of interns placed with local business each year •250 employees; $32 million operating budget; estimated annual economic impact of $80 million •14,000 alumni of record; 6,000 in the Kanawha Valley •Outstanding campus facilities: seven of the eleven buildings on campus have been built since 1998, including four residence halls and a fitness center.
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Dr. Edwin H. Welch President University of Charleston
Office of the President Phone: 304-357-4713 Fax: 304-357-4714 edwinwelch@ucwv.edu
Dr. Edwin H. Welch is a native of Maryland and earned degrees from Western Maryland College, Boston University School of Theology, and Boston University Graduate School. He studied International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science and Higher Education Administration at the Harvard Institute for Educational Management. His Ph.D. is in Social Ethics and he is an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church. Dr. Welch served in the Executive Office of the President at The White House from 1961 to 1971 in the administrations of Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. Dr. Welch began his teaching career at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Prior to coming to Charleston, he served eight years as the Provost at Wartburg College in Iowa. Dr. Welch has been President of the University of Charleston since 1989. He has led the institution through a period of unprecedented fundraising, expansion of full-time student enrollment, redefining the institution’s mission, transforming its academic program, adding graduate schools in pharmacy and business, constructing seven of the eleven buildings on campus, and acquiring national recognition for UC’s leadership in outcomes-based learning and student assessment. He led the creation of a central administrative computing corporation (i.e. ICE) which serves seven colleges and universities. Dr. Welch serves on many boards, including Chairman of the Quality Committee for the Charleston Area Medical Center Health Systems, Foundation for Independent Higher Education, Association of Governing Board’s Council of Presidents, and BB&T-West Virginia’s Advisory Board. In May 2006, Dr. Welch was given the first-ever Charles L. Foreman Award for Innovation in Private Higher Education by the Foundations for Independent Higher Education. In August 2007, Dr. Welch was the recipient of the 2007 YMCA Spirit of the Valley Award in recognition of his exemplary community service and his concern and care for our community. President Welch’s wife, Janet, earned her Ph.D. in American Studies from the University of Maryland. She has led an aesthetic dimension at the University of Charleston and has received national recognition for the creation of the Erma Byrd Gallery for West Virginia Women Artists.
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Dr. Letha Zook Dean of Faculty Dr. Letha Zook joined the University of Charleston as Vice President for Academic Life and Dean of Faculty in June, 2010. Dr. Zook is a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a Physical Therapy degree. She earned a Master of Science in pathokinesiology from New York University. Dr. Zook received her doctorate in applied physiology from Columbia University.
Alan Liebrecht Vice President for Enrollment Mr. Liebrecht received his B.A. from Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. He was at the University of Charleston from 1993 through 1997 and returned to UC in 2008 to become the Vice President for Enrollment.
Cleta M. Harless Vice President for Administration and Finance University of Charleston: Our History Ms. Harless received her B.A. and B.S. from Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. She received her M.B.A. from West Virginia University. Ms. Harless has been with the University of Charleston since 2001
Ben Beakes Director of Development Mr. Beakes graduated from the University of Charleston, receiving his B.A. in 2002. He returned to his alma mater in 2009 to fulfill the role of Director of Development.
Jennie O. Ferretti Vice President for Advancement Ms. Ferretti received her B.A. from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. She also received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Virginia. Ms. Ferretti has been with the University of Charleston since 2004.
The University of Charleston was founded by the Southern Methodist denomination in 1888 as Barboursville Seminary in Barboursville, West Virginia, and became a college in 1889. In 1901, it was renamed Morris Harvey College in honor of a prominent donor. During the Great Depression, the college moved to Charleston to take advantage of the larger metropolitan area. As a result of the merger between the Methodist church North and South, the college disaffiliated from the denomination and Morris Harvey College became independent in 1942. From 1935 to 1947, the college was located in downtown Charleston, holding classes in several separate buildings. During these years, the college grew steadily, in part because of a merger with Kanawha Junior College and an affiliation with the Mason College of Fine Arts and Music. Recognizing the need for a unified campus, in 1947 construction of the present facilities began on the south bank of the Kanawha River. The Board of Trustees changed the name from Morris Harvey College to the University of Charleston on December 13, 1978. Today, the University still benefits from its location in the dynamic capital city and from the beauty of West Virginia's hills. Proximity to the seat of government, to the state's largest medical, commercial, and financial centers and to major research and manufacturing facilities provides excellent opportunities for experiential learning. The University serves the community as a focal point for numerous Intellectual, scientific, cultural, athletic and civic events. These interactions between the University and the community are vital to the achievement of the University's mission.
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Athletic Department Tom Nozica Athletic Director/Head Baseball Coach University of Charleston Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach Tom Nozica is currently ranked 40th on the NCAA's Winningest Active Coaches by Victories List according to the most recently published Official 2005 NCAA Baseball Records Book by the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Nozica, who is also the Athletic Director at the University of Charleston, has been a fixture on campus for 36 years as a coach, administrator, and faculty member. The Men’s Soccer team reached the Final Four under his tenure and the Women’s Basketball Team reached the Elite Eight twice. Many facilities have seen upgrades under Nozica as well. Laidley Field underwent $1.4 million of renovation and was renamed University of Charleston Stadium. Triana Field underwent $1.5 million of renovation, and the new University of Charleston Softball Field was constructed.
Dr. Bren Stevens Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator/Head Volleyball Coach Bren serves in the role of Associate Director of Athletics and Senior Woman’s Administrator for the University of Charleston. Bren is very active with the NCAA and serves on the NCAAII Management Council. She is a member of the Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects in Sports Committee as well as their Branding and Identity Committee for DII. Bren is a respected coach, faculty member and administrator on her campus.
Sherry Winn Compliance Coordinator/Head Women’s Basketball Coach In addition to being the Compliance Coordinator For UC, Sherry is an extremely successful basketball coach. During the eight seasons she has been at the University of Charleston, Coach Winn has created a true sense of team chemistry and positive work ethic claiming an overall record of 180 wins versus only 69 losses.
Georgeann Lilly-Baker Athletic Administrative Assistant Georgeann helps with almost every job that comes into the UC Athletic Department. Her Administrative Assistant duties require her to have a lot of knowledge in many different areas. Her office is located in the Eddie King Gym building.
William McDaniel Sports Information Director (SID)
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All-Time Athletic Directors Morris Harvey College 1910-1913 Kemper Shelton 1913-1918 Herman Beckelheimer 1918-1919 Paul Gray Miller 1919-1920 William W. Lovell 1920-1921 Elbert Martin Fulton 1921-1924 Herman Beckelheimer 1924-1926 H.J. Hindman 1926-1928 Elbert Martin Fulton 1928-1929 E. Spence Shannon 1929-1930 Arthur E. Rezzonico 1930-1931 Frank L. Arritt 1931-1932 George C. Nilan 1932-1936 Walter Hamilton Walker 1936-1942 Thurman L. Ward 1942-1943 C.B. Ross 1943-1945 Athletics suspended due to WWII 1945-1946 Alderson Propps 1946-1947 Alderson Propps & Carl Edward King 1947-1952 Carl Edward King 1952-1954 Eddie Cubbon 1954-1957 Carl Edward King 1957-1965 Garland E. Moran, Jr. 1965-1979 Richard Meckfessel University of Charleston 1979-1982 Richard Meckfessel 1982-1984 Richard Mullendore 1984-1990 James Buckalew 1990-1998 Linda Bennet 1998-Present Tom Nozica
William McDaniel is in his first year with the Golden Eagles after joining the UC community in March of 2010. McDaniel's duties include overseeing the daily operations of the sports information office, maintaining the athletics website, promoting the 15 Division II sports teams and managing all home sporting events.
TRADITION NEVER GRADUATES THE 2010 CLASS Several years ago, the Golden Eagles decorated their locker room with several quotes. One of the quotes they chose was “Tradition Never Graduates.” They wanted to pass on their knowledge and experience to the younger members of the team. It is a belief of the players once you are an Eagle you are always an Eagle. Whatever dreams you achieved when you were here, you leave behind for others to follow. As we begin the 2011 basketball season, we can still feel the presence of our lone 2010 graduate: Kaitlyn Arick. Katy averaged 13.9 points per game, shooting 47% from the field, 35% from the 3 point line, and 71% from the free throw line. She ended her career with 1,054 points adding her name to our long list of 1,000 point scorers. Although she was a pure shooter, her ability to score will not be the reason she will be missed. She will be missed due to her HEART and HUSTLE. Katy was the type of player who put her body on the floor every game even if she had just returned from an injury. There was never a ball she believed she couldn’t save or get to before an opponent. It didn’t matter if the ball was in the bleachers or flying across the scorer’s table. She was going to follow the ball and get it before any opponent, fan or official touched it.
This ferocious competitor helped her team grab several of the top spots in the overall team statistical categories in the WVIAC: 3rd in scoring offense at 77.9; 2nd in FG% at .465; 1st in FG% defense holding opponents to .376%; 3rd in 3pt FG% at .361; 2nd in 3pt% defense holding opponents to shooting a paltry .283%; 2nd in rebounding margin outrebounding opponents by 5+ rebounds; 3 rd in assists at 18.79; and 2nd in defensive rebounds at 29.17. UC ranked in the top three in 12 of the 21 statistical categories. At the end of her career, Katy had assisted the Golden Eagles with a total of 86 victories, an average of 21.5 wins per year. During this time, the Eagles lost 35 games which is a winning percentage of 71%. In 2008, she was an integral part of the WVIAC Conference Title and the WVIAC Tournament Championship team, winning 26 games and advancing to the second round of the NCAA National Tournament. Katy left behind a legacy both on the court and in the UC record books which will be a goal for others to aspire. We thank her for her leadership, her passion and her heart. She will always be held dearly in our minds.
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Coaching Staff
Head Coach Sherry Winn sherrywinn@ucwv.edu
Intensity is the word which best describes Coach Winn. As an athlete, a student, and a coach, she has always displayed concentrated focus. This focus has led her to numerous awards. As a player, she reached the epitome of all athletics—the Olympic Games. In both 1984 and 1988, she was a member of the United States Team Handball Olympic Team. During her collegiate years, she was an Academic All-American with a 4.0 GPA and a two-time Honorable Mention All-American. She still owns 10 school records at the University of Charleston including most points in a season (682), scoring average (22.7), and the most points in a game (44). In 1993, when her team won the NAIA II National Championship, she was voted Coach of the Year in the Frontier Conference and District 12, as well as honored as the NAIA II National Coach of the Year. Last season, Coach Winn surpassed the 400 win mark claiming a total of 407 victories in her career. She began her coaching career at the University of Minnesota—Morris where she took an eight year losing program and turned it into a winning one in just two seasons. At Montana State University—Northern, her teams compiled an overall record of 139 wins and 20 losses, winning the Frontier Conference five times in a row. The move to the University of Southern Colorado proved to be a difficult one. Once again faced with a program which had not won for years, Coach Winn was eager to do battle. Unfortunately, she was crippled physically and emotionally with chronic pain and discovered her teams could not win without her healthy at the helm.
During the eight seasons she has been at the University of Charleston, Coach Winn has created a true sense of team chemistry and positive work ethic claiming an overall record of 180 wins versus only 69 losses. During her first season at the helm of the Eagles, she managed to take a program that was 12th in the WVIAC in 2001 to a 6th place finish in 2002. The Golden Eagles were able to take another big step in 2003 by finishing 14-4 in the conference with an overall 20-10 record. Sporting a 23-8 record in 2004, the Eagles pushed onto the national scene by making a national tournament appearance losing their first tournament game to California, PA, the eventual national champions. In 2005, the Eagles once again rocketed to another winning season, recording 29 wins with only five losses and an East Regional Championship Title. During the Elite Eight, the UC hoopsters lost in the first round to Washburn, the 2005 National Champions. The year of 2006 proved to be the best record ever in UC history with 31 victories, a WVIAC Tournament Championship, and an East Regional Championship. At the Elite Eight, the Eagles were defeated in the first round by the team who won the NCAA II National Title. In 2007, the Eagles survived injuries and illness to complete a 23-8 record and a 2nd place finish in the WVIAC. The 2007-08 season proved to be challenging, finishing with a 17-11 record. The Golden Eagles rebounded in 2008-09 with a record of 26-7 winning the WVIAC Title, claiming the WVIAC Tournament Championship and advancing to the second game in the NCAA Regional Tournament. Coach Winn is an intense coach who likes to push the phrase “positive demanding.” She believes in pushing her players outside their comfort zones, making them reach seemingly untouchable goals, but always doing this is a positive manner. She will be the first person to reward an athlete with a hug, a slap on the back, or words of congratulations. She will also be the first person to constructively criticize techniques and tactics. “I require my athletes over the summer to work on their weakness so that they can become better athletes. Likewise, I require myself to look at the things that I need to improve. While some of the things identified are related to basketball skills, more often they are related to self improvement. Becoming more aware of who I am allows me the opportunity to grow in a more positive direction. As a leader, I have worked harder on leading from the center, the center of myself and the center of the team. I believe that understanding my center enables me to become a better leader and that leading from the center of the team rather than from the top looking down authorizes each player to feel ownership of the program. My goal is to provide an environment that allows those around me to reach their potential.”
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Rachel begins her second year as assistant coach for the Golden Eagles. Although she is new to the position, she is very familiar with the program. She was a coveted member of the University of Charleston basketball program from 2003 until 2007 when the team amassed an incredible record of 106 wins versus only 24 losses. During her tenure the Golden Eagles did something no other UC team has ever done: achieved back-toback East Regional Championships advancing them to the Elite Eight in both 2005 and 2006. As an athlete, she ended her career scoring 1,241 points, grabbing 711 rebounds, and shooting 53% from the field which placed her in the top five all-time best shooters in UC history. She was named to the WVIAC AllConference Teams in both 2006 and 2007. Coach Pike is the recruiting coordinator responsible for organizing, tracking, emailing, and calling potential recruits. Her additional duties include practice planning, game preparation, and player evaluation. Her expertise as a post player will enhance post defense and offense.
Rachel Pike Associate Head Coach rachelpike@ucwv.edu
She graduated in 2007 from the University of Charleston with a degree in Athletic Administration earning an overall GPA of 3.89. Coach Pike received her MBA from Tiffin University where she continued her basketball education as a graduate assistant from 2007-2009. COACH WINN’S COMMENTS: “Rachel has an intuitive sense for the game. She understands the X’s and O’s of basketball but more than that she simply has a feel for how the game ought to go. When she was a player, I often depended on her during our walk-throughs prior to games to determine exactly how we wanted to defend plays. As a young coach, she has shown absolute brilliance in teaching skills, handling disciplinary issues and being a sounding board for me.”
--------------------------------------------------------------------------Coach Derek Dukes enters his ninth season as assistant coach for the Golden Eagles. He played two years at the University of Charleston for Coach Jayson Gee. During his tenure, the Golden Eagles won the 2000-01 WVIAC Conference and Conference Tournament Championship, placed 2nd in the 2001-02 WVIAC Tournament and played in the NCAA National Tournament both years. He departed the program establishing himself as one of UC’s all time block leaders with 93 blocks in only two seasons of play.
Derek Dukes Assistant Coach
Before coming to the University of Charleston, Derek played at Santa Barbara City College and was honored as a first team all-conference pick. Derek graduated with a degree in Computer Information Systems from The University of Charleston last May and is currently working at the Clay Center. Derek was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He has been married for five years to his college sweetheart, Kristin, and has a spirited three year old, Malia, who keeps him young and on his toes. His coaching duties include directing post play, watching the opponent’s defensive and offensive schemes, communicating his perceptions of practice and game plans to the head coach, and computer scouting technology. COACH WINN’S COMMENTs “Derek’s contributions have increased from year to year. He has become more comfortable in teaching skills as well as sharing coaching insight with the staff. His knowledge about the inside game has helped us increase our post defense and rebounding positioning. He offers positive feedback for the players as well as constructive criticism. His coach-player relationship skills are excellent.”
--------------------------------------------------------------------------John will begin his first season with the Golden Eagles. He has spent several years gaining coaching experience including two seasons at Goucher College, a NCAA III institution in Baltimore, MD where he was the recruiting coordinator. He also coached at East Fairmont Sr. High School from 2003-2008 where he assisted the varsity girls’ basketball coach. He graduated from Fairmont State University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Physical and Health Education. John also earned his Master of Education in Administration and Athletic Leadership from Goucher College. Additionally, he has another 27 graduate hours in Special Education.
John Testa Assistant Coach
John will assist in recruiting duties, scouting, practice and game preparation, and fundraising activities. COACH WINN’S COMMENTS: “I am excited about the addition of Coach Testa. He brings with him not only experience but a belief in teaching the players from an aspect of patience and enthusiasm. His understanding of breaking the game down to minute parts and building it back up will enhance our coaching staff. His integrity and belief in honesty and loyalty will add to our team chemistry.”
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Athletic Training and Support Staff Athletic Training Facilities The Athletic Training facilities at the University of Charleston are centered around maximizing each student-athlete’s performance. Whether it be injury prevention or injury recovery, the UC Athletic Training facilities help exploit each studentathlete’s talent with the help of top of the line equipment. The Athletic Training facility, located in the University of Charleston’s Eddie King Gymnasium, boasts sixteen training tables, two whirlpools, stim machines, two ice machines, equipment for physical therapy usage and more. Ericka Zimmerman, EdD, ATC is the Program Director and Department Chair for the University of Charleston Athletic Training Staff.
Micki Murzynski Student Athletic Trainer
Ericka Zimmerman, EdD, ATC Program Director/ Department Chair
Jessie Leasure Team Manager
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Teresa Edgar Student Athletic Trainer
Erik Brown Assistant Athletic Trainer
Kristen Crosby Team Manager Dylan Bogdan Student Athletic Trainer
Team Roster Team Roster by Uniform Number Number Name 4 Lindsey Kentner 5/22 LeAnne Ross 10 Marilene Lapierre 12 Chrissy Kerr 15 Lisanne Comeau 21 Tianni Kelly 23 Lauren Davis 24 Tiana Beatty 30 Julianne Smith 31 Erika Rousculp 32 Tarenna Dixon 33 Ali Tobias 41 Moneka Slaughter 44 Tiffany Scott
Position G G G G G F G G F F F G C F
Class Sr Fr Fr So Jr So Fr Sr Sr Fr Sr Sr Sr Fr
Hometown Wapakoneta, OH Marietta, OH Montreal, QC Savreville, NJ Toronto, ON Pickerington, OH Cincinnati, OH Charleston, WV Cincinnati, OH Worthington, OH Morgantown, WV Painesville, OH Barberton, OH Sylvania, OH
Team Roster by Alphabetical Order Number Name 33 Ali Tobias 12 Chrissy Kerr 31 Erika Rousculp 30 Julianne Smith 23 Lauren Davis 5/22 LeAnne Ross 4 Lindsey Kentner 15 Lisanne Comeau 10 Marilene Lapierre 41 Moneka Slaughter 32 Tarenna Dixon 24 Tiana Beatty 21 Tianni Kelly 44 Tiffany Scott
Position G G F F G G G G G C F G F F
Class Sr So Fr Sr Fr Fr Sr Jr Fr Sr Sr Sr So Fr
Hometown Painesville, OH Savreville, NJ Worthington, OH Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH Marietta, OH Wapakoneta, OH Toronto, ON Montreal, QC Barberton, OH Morgantown, WV Charleston, WV Pickerington, OH Sylvania, OH
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Guard 5’8” Sr Wapakoneta, OH High School: Wapakoneta High School
Past Achievements and Awards • •
2010 All-WVIAC First team 2010 All-WVIAC First team Tournament Team
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Daughter of Jan and Joannie, one sibling: Jared Born March 17th, 1989 Majoring in Biology Favorite Player: Ray Allen Plans after UC: Attend optometry school at The Ohio State University
Coach Winn on Lindsey: “Lindsey does not notice the difference between the three point line and a lay-up. To her both shots are mentally the same. She can catch two feet beyond the three point line and release the ball with the same ease she would be doing if she were shooting a lay-up in the paint. While her shot form is perfect; it is her mental strength which has made her one of the best shooters in the nation.”
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•Guard •5’8” Fr •Montreal, QC •High School: Dawson College
Past Achievements and Awards •All Star Team (5) •MVP (3) •Rookie of the Year •Played for Dawson Community, Dawson Blues, Bleuhound, St-EX, and CEPEQ
Personal •Daughter of Sylvie Mevnier and Richard Lapierre, one sibling: Catherine •Born July 26th, 1991 •Majoring in Public Policy •Favorite Player: Lebron James •Plans After UC: Play in the WNBA or overseas and be a police officer in New York, Florida, or Atlanta
Coach Winn on Marilene: “Toughness is her middle name. Thriving on contact, she thinks basketball should be more like football. In her rules, tackling on the court would be rewarded and fouls would have no consequences. She drinks in competitive drills as if they were water and treats the blocking pad as if it were her best friend.”
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Guard 5’6” Fr Hudson, FL High School: Hudson High School
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First Team All Conference (High School) MVP of Team (High School) Straight A Honor Roll Played for Fast Break All Stars
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Daughter of Patty and John Zasloff, one sibling: Nicole Born November 13th, 1991 Majoring in Elementary Education Favorite Player: Rajon Rondo Plans After UC: Become an elementary school teacher
Coach Winn on Shannon: “Shannon always has an easy smile and a never-say-die attitude no matter what obstacle is in her path. She continues to have a positive attitude and faces every challenge with the idea she will not only survive it but gain from it. The attitude she possesses is contagious and she shares it with all her teammates.”
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Guard 5’3” So Savreville, NJ High School: Cardinal McCarrick
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All Conference Team (High School) Played for the Jersey Shore Wildcats
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Daughter of Caryn Brown and Mark Keir, one sibling: Catherine Born November 6th, 1990 Majoring in Elementary Education Favorite Player: Allen Iverson Plans After UC: Become an athletic director
Coach Winn on Chrissy: “At first glance, a spectator or opposing coach might wonder what the little girl is doing on the court. After she uses her crossover dribble against a defender and delivers a no-look pass for a lay-up to a teammate, they immediately understand she is no little girl. She is a hot-shot player with x-ray vision.”
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Guard 5’9” Jr Toronto ,ON High School: St. Basil-the-Great College
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MVP of High School team as a sophomore, junior, and senior Played for Scarborough Blues, Missisauga Monarchs
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Daughter of Larry and Sherry Comeau, three siblings: Natasha, Jackie, and Jason Born January 18th, 1990 Majoring in Sports Administration Favorite Player: Kobe Bryant Plans after UC: Become a strength and conditioning coach
Coach Winn on Lisanne: “Lisanne has always had an extreme dedication to the sport of basketball. She has long been passionate about practicing and giving her best. This year she has come back with a stronger mental attitude which has shown in every aspect of her training. I’ve always known when she got her mind right, her game would be great.”
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Forward 5’10” So Pickerington, OH High School: Pickerington North
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Three Consecutive Conference Championships 3 Consecutive District Championships State Final Four Appearance Played for Capital City Comets
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Daughter of Joshua and Latricia, three siblings: Tyler, Thaddeus, Terrance Born November 17th, 1991 Majoring in Business and Sports Administration Favorite Player: Rajon Rondo Plans after UC: I want to play overseas. If I don't play overseas I would like to be a grad assistant and after that get a coaching job or athletic director at a high school or college.
Coach Winn on Tianni “Last season I was on Tianni every day for not using her greatest asset—her speed. Over the summer, she dedicated herself to not only recognizing her greatest asset but building up others. She is not the same player who left UC in May. Nope. Now she is one who opponents will not only star on their scouting reports but have to figure out how to stop.”
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Guard 5’8” Fr Marietta, OH High School: Marietta High School
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SEAOL Player of the Year 2009,2010 District Player of the Year
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Daughter of Bill and Kelly Ross, two siblings: Kristen and Lauren Born January 8th, 1992 Majoring in Biology Favorite Player: Diana Taurasi Plans after UC: To get a good job, get married and start a family.
Coach Winn on LeAnne: “Slim and slight in build, LeAnne does not have the athletic look one might associate with a basketball player. Yet, when she drains a three on a defender or penetrates swiftly to the paint, nobody notices her slightness. What they notice is she can hoop with the best of them.”
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Guard 5’5” Fr Mt. Orab, Ohio High School: Western Brown
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First Team All League Second Team All District
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Daughter of Aaron and Debbie Davis, three siblings: Elizabeth, Aaron, Ashley Born March 30th, 1992 Majoring in Athletic Training Favorite Player: Candace Parker Plans after UC: To attend a graduate program and become a physical therapist and coach high school basketball.
Coach Winn on Lauren: “Smaller players often have to be quicker and faster than their counterparts or they cannot succeed. This is the Lauren’s rule: be the speedy one. She has promptly made a name for herself with her determination to be a defensive stopper and a point guard who pushes the tempo of the game.”
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Guard 5’8” Sr Charleston, WV High School: Capital High School
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2009 WVIAC Conference Tournament Champions
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Daughter of Ron and Tina Beatty, three siblings: Tunisia, Teika, and Ronnie Born June 24th, 1987 Majoring in Sports Administration and Business Administration Favorite Player: Dwayne Wade Plans after UC: Play overseas and open a business
Coach Winn on Tiana: “Quick and athletic, Tiana runs and jumps with the ease of a cheetah. In two steps she can get beyond and opponent on the fast break and in three steps she leaves the entire court of players behind her. Some people might ooh and aah over her athleticism, but as a coach I feel extreme amazement over how far she has come as a player and a person. I am in awe of her growth.”
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Forward/Center 6’0” Sr Terrace Park, OH High School: Mount Notre Dame
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Won two State Championships and one Runner-Up in high school. Played for Queen City Crossovers and Cincinnati Tar Heels AAU
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Daughter of Jim and Julie Smith, two siblings: Blake and Adam Born April 19th, 1989 Majoring in Sports Administration and Business Administration Favorite Player: LeBron James Plans after UC: Undecided
Coach Winn on Julianne: “A hard worker and a great teammate, Julianne pushes those around her to become better. She is omnipresent in the gym and the weight room and drags teammates to train with her. She is the kind of teammate who will spend time teaching another how to seal in the paint or box out on a rebound even if that player might play in her same position. That is total TEAM commitment.”
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Forward 6’2” Fr Worthington, OH High School: Thomas Worthington
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First team All OCC Most Valuable Defensive Player Honorable Mention All District Played for Ohio Glory
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Daughter of Eric and Lisa Rousculp, three siblings: Kelly, Emma, and Elias Born July 13th, 1992 Majoring in Education Favorite Player: Katie Smith Plans After UC: Adaptive physical education teacher
Coach Winn on Erika: “Erika has a soft smile and a singing voice which could lead to the conclusion she is a lightweight, but the truth of the matter is she likes to beat and bang. She is unafraid to push others around in the pain and is actually fond of the drill we call Kill which has no rules and allows players to beat the daylights out of one another.”
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Forward 6’1” Sr Morgantown, WV High School: University High School
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Personal • • • • •
Daughter of Scott and Renee Dixon, three siblings: Dominique, Demetrius, and Scott Jr Born April 22nd, 1989 Majoring in General Studies Favorite Player: Kevin Garnett Plans After UC: Become a personal trainer
Coach Winn on Tarenna: “As I look back to Tarenna’s freshman year, I laugh at the difference between whom she was then and who she is now. Today she is a leader, a respected player on the team, a person I can trust, a true student in the classroom and a capable player on the court. I could not have dreamed three years ago of the resilient and accomplished woman she would become, but I now adore who she is.”
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Guard 5’6” Sr Painesville, OH High School: Riverside High School
Past Achievements and Awards •
Very important player and starter for UC in 2009-2010
Personal • • • • •
Daughter of Tom and Sylvia Tobias, four siblings: Tommy Tobias, David McDiffet, Michell Tomazic, Kelly Puhalsky Born November 18th, 1988 Majoring in Physical Education/Wellness Favorite Player: Chris Paul Plans after UC: Graduate School for Sports Medicine
Coach Winn on Ali: “I’ve always described Ali’s greatest strength as being intelligent. While I still believe she is an incredibly smart player, she has made herself into an impressive shooter and a stronger athlete with tremendous stamina. There is no greater athlete than the one who has taken the skills she has and multiplied them by three. Ali has done that.”
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Center 6’2” Sr Akron, OH High School: Barberton High School
Past Achievements and Awards •
Played for Lady Ballers and SMAC
Personal • • • • •
Daughter of Margo Slaughter, one sibling: Gabriel Slaughter Born October 11th, 1988 Majoring in Sports Administration Favorite Player: Dwight Howard Plans After UC: Culinary school
Coach Winn on Moneka: “Mo has finally come into the realization of how strong and fast she is. While she has always had the talent, it has taken her a few years to believe in her talent. Now when she steps on the court, she comes with an awareness of how good she really is. She knows she possesses more strength and stamina than opponents and fully utilizes it.”
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Forward 5’11” Fr Sylvania, Ohio High School: Sylvania Southview
Past Achievements and Awards •
Tiffany contributed greatly for her high school team
Personal • • • • •
Daughter of Duane and Melissa Scott, two siblings: Cassie and Jordan Born October 17th, 1991 Majoring in Business Administration Favorite Player: Chris Andersen Plans after UC: Owning a business or teaching
Coach Winn on Tiffany: “On first appearance, one might be misled to believe Tiffany is a sweet, innocent young lady who would suffer in the physical game of basketball. Appearances, however, are often misleading. Once she changes into her basketball gear, her demeanor shifts and she becomes as mean and ornery as a pit bull.”
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Team History Home Games are in bold Neutral Site Games are in italics * Denotes a WVIAC game
2007-2008 Season Head Coach: Sherry Winn Date
Opponent
Location
Time/Result
11/17/2007
Indiana (PA)
California, PA
L 53-67
11/18/2007
California (PA)
California, PA
L 62-66
11/20/2007
Mars Hill (NC)
Charleston, W.Va.
W 71-55
11/26/2007
Shaw (NC)
Raleigh, NC
L 62-73
11/28/2007
* West Virginia Wesleyan
Buckhannon, W.Va.
L 57-65
12/4/2007
* Alderson-Broaddus
Charleston, W.Va.
W 88-49
12/15/2007
* Concord
Charleston, W.Va.
L 56-60
12/21/2007
Edinboro (PA)
Charleston, W.Va.
L 67-78
Date
Opponent
Location
Time/Result
12/29/2007
Shippensburg (PA)
Institute, W.Va.
W 68-51
11/15/2008
East Stroudsburg (PA)
Shippensburg, PA
W 74-60
12/30/2007
Carson-Newman (TN)
Charleston, W.Va.
W 79-58
11/16/2008
Shippensburg (PA)
Shippensburg, PA
L 60-76
11/20/2008
Central State (OH)
Wilberforce, OH
W 75-56
1/3/2008
* Alderson-Broaddus
Philippi, W.Va.
W 72-57
1/5/2008
* Ohio Valley
Charleston, W.Va.
W 99-81
1/10/2008
* Bluefield State
Charleston, W.Va.
1/12/2008
* West Liberty State
West Liberty, W.Va.
11/25/2008
* West Virginia Wesleyan
Charleston, W.Va.
L 54-69
11/29/2008
* Shepherd
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
W 77-65
W 75-55
12/3/2008
* Alderson-Broaddus
Philippi, W.Va.
W 68-59
W 77-69
12/6/2008
Edinboro, PA
W 85-72
Charleston, W.Va.
W 76-67
1/14/2008
* West Virginia State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 84-64
1/17/2008
* West Virginia Wesleyan
Charleston, W.Va.
1/19/2008
* Pitt Johnstown
1/24/2008
* Fairmont State
1/26/2008
* Salem International
12/18/2008
Fayetteville State (NC)
Nassau, Bahamas
L 74-78
W 77-61
12/19/2008
Mars Hill (NC)
Nassau, Bahamas
W 61-55
Charleston, W.Va.
W 86-61
12/29/2008
U. of Cumberlands (KY)
Charleston, W.Va.
L 67-68
Fairmont, W.Va.
L 66-68
1/5/2009
* West Virginia State
Institute, W.Va.
W 73-70
1/10/2009
* Bluefield State
Bluefield, W.Va.
W 89-48
1/12/2009
* West Liberty State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 70-50
Salem, W.Va.
W 64-54
Charleston, W.Va.
L 62-64
1/15/2009
* Seton Hill
Greensburg, PA
W 54-42
2/4/2008
* Wheeling Jesuit
Wheeling, W.Va.
W 71-55
1/17/2009
* Ohio Valley
Vienna, W.Va.
W 64-45
1/22/2009
* Salem International
Charleston, W.Va.
W 95-34
1/24/2009
* Fairmont State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 62-60
1/26/2009
* Pitt Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
W 73-58
L 69-80
1/31/2009
* West Virginia Wesleyan
Buckhannon, W.Va.
L 51-59
* Wheeling Jesuit
Charleston, W.Va.
W 74-51
2/7/2008
* Davis & Elkins
Elkins, W.Va.
W 104-67
2/9/2008
* Shepherd
Charleston, W.Va.
L 54-79
* Glenville State
Charleston, W.Va.
2/16/2008
* Bluefield State
Bluefield, W.Va.
W 58-52
2/7/2009
2/21/2008
* Concord
Athens, W.Va.
W 89-74
2/12/2009
* Glenville State
Glenville, W.Va.
W 92-71
2/14/2009
* Davis & Elkins
Charleston, W.Va.
W 77-45
2/19/2009
* Alderson-Broaddus
Charleston, W.Va.
L 66-68
2/21/2009
* Bluefield State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 77-45
2/25/2009
* Concord
Athens, W.Va.
W 77-66
2/28/2009
* West Virginia State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 87-54
3/2/2009
Salem International
Charleston, W.Va.
W 127-25
3/4/2009
West Virginia State
Charleston, W.Va. (Civic W 53-52 Center)
3/6/2009
Pitt Johnstown
Charleston, W.Va. (Civic W 73-56 Center)
3/7/2009
West Liberty State
Charleston, W.Va. (Civic W 64-59 Center)
3/13/2009 3/14/2009
Millersville (PA) California (PA)
California, PA California, PA
* West Virginia State
2/25/2008
Institute, W.Va.
West Virginia State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 73-62 L 50-66
2009-2010 Season Head Coach: Sherry Winn Date
Opponent
Location
Time/Result
11/17/2009
Georgetown (KY)
Georgetown, KY
L 66-72
11/20/2009
Indiana (PA)
California, PA
W 79-66
California (PA)
California, PA
L 72-74
Glenville State
Charleston, W.Va.
L 104-105
Edinboro (PA)
Charleston, W.Va.
W 77-74
11/21/2009 *
11/29/2009 12/1/2009
*
West Virginia Wesleyan Buckhannon, W.Va.
L 83-89 2ot
12/5/2009
*
Alderson-Broaddus
Charleston, W.Va.
W 72-59
12/11/2009
*
West Virginia State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 64-61
12/28/2009
Shippensburg (PA)
Charleston, W.Va.
W 91-69
1/2/2010
*
Bluefield State
Charleston, W.Va.
W 93-50
1/7/2010
*
Shepherd
Charleston, W.Va.
W 78-68
1/9/2010
*
Pitt Johnstown
Charleston, W.Va.
W 61-44
1/14/2010
*
West Liberty
West Liberty, W.Va.
L 79-82
1/16/2010
*
Wheeling Jesuit
Charleston, W.Va.
W 87-67
1/21/2010
*
Davis & Elkins
Elkins, W.Va.
W 80-77
1/23/2010
*
Salem International
Charleston, W.Va.
W 89-37
1/28/2010
*
Concord
Athens, W.Va.
W 82-59
1/30/2010
*
Ohio Valley
Vienna, W.Va.
W 62-45
2/4/2010
*
Seton Hill
Greensburg, PA
L 63-69
2/11/2010
*
West Virginia Wesleyan
Charleston, W.Va.
W 84-46
2/13/2010
*
Glenville State
Glenville, W.Va.
W 99-92
2/15/2010
*
Davis & Elkins
Charleston, W.Va.
L 67-74
2/18/2010
*
Alderson-Broaddus
Philippi, W.Va.
W 72-45
2/20/2010
*
Bluefield State
Bluefield, W.Va.
W 87-53
2/22/2010
*
Concord
Charleston, W.Va.
W 75-56
2/25/2010
*
Fairmont State
Fairmont, W.Va.
L 76-86
2/27/2010
*
West Virginia State
Institute, W.Va.
W 76-64
Ohio Valley
Charleston, W.Va.
W 80-53
Fairmont State
Charleston, W.Va. (Civic Center)
L 62-64
3/3/2010
* Concord
* Seton Hill
2/23/2008
3/1/2010
12/13/2008
Edinboro (PA)
1/31/2008
2/11/2008
11/24/2009
2008-2009 Season Head Coach: Sherry Winn
W 59-49 L 48-87
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2009-2010 Season Review The 2009-2010 season was a very successful one for the UC Women’s Basketball Team. They ended the season with an overall record of 20-9, 16-6 in the WVIAC Conference, while 4-3 against non-conference schools. They also ended the season with a 46% field goal percentage, holding their opponents to just 38%. Lindsey Kentner was ranked 8th in the nation for 3 point shooting percentage at 45.7%. The UC Women’s Basketball team finished 3rd in the conference, just behind West Virginia Wesleyan and Seton Hill. 2009-2010 Season Overall
Pct.
Conf
Pct.
20 - 9
.690
16 - 6
.727
Date 11/17/2009 11/20/2009 11/21/2009 11/24/2009 11/29/2009
Streak Home L1
1/2/2010 1/7/2010 1/9/2010
* * *
Opponent Georgetown (KY) Indiana (PA) California (PA) Glenville State Edinboro (PA) West Virginia Wesleyan AldersonBroaddus West Virginia State Shippensburg (PA) Bluefield State Shepherd Pitt Johnstown
1/14/2010
*
West Liberty
1/16/2010 1/21/2010
* *
1/23/2010
*
Wheeling Jesuit Davis & Elkins Salem International Concord Ohio Valley Seton Hill West Virginia Wesleyan Glenville State Davis & Elkins Alderson-Broaddus Bluefield State Concord Fairmont State West Virginia State Ohio Valley
*
12/1/2009
*
12/5/2009
*
12/11/2009
*
12/28/2009
1/28/2010 1/30/2010 2/4/2010
* * *
2/11/2010
*
2/13/2010 2/15/2010 2/18/2010 2/20/2010 2/22/2010 2/25/2010 2/27/2010 3/1/2010
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3/3/2010
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Fairmont State
12 - 2
Away Neutral 7-6
1-1
Location Time/Result Georgetown, KY L 66-72 California, PA W 79-66 California, PA L 72-74 Charleston, W.Va. L 104-105 Charleston, W.Va. W 77-74 Buckhannon, L 83-89 2ot W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. W 72-59 Charleston, W.Va. W 64-61 Charleston, W.Va. W 91-69 Charleston, W.Va. W 93-50 Charleston, W.Va. W 78-68 Charleston, W.Va. W 61-44 West Liberty, L 79-82 W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. W 87-67 Elkins, W.Va. W 80-77 Charleston, W.Va. W 89-37 Athens, W.Va. Vienna, W.Va. Greensburg, PA
W 82-59 W 62-45 L 63-69
Charleston, W.Va. W 84-46 Glenville, W.Va. W 99-92 Charleston, W.Va. L 67-74 Philippi, W.Va. W 72-45 Bluefield, W.Va. W 87-53 Charleston, W.Va. W 75-56 Fairmont, W.Va. L 76-86 Institute, W.Va. W 76-64 Charleston, W.Va. W 80-53 Charleston, W.Va. L 62-64 (Civic Center)
2009-2010 WVIAC Standings School West Virginia Wesleyan Seton Hill Charleston Glenville State West Liberty Fairmont State Shepherd
WVIAC PR
Overall
Pct
H
A
N
17-5
151.36
19-9
0.679
11-2
8-6
0-1
17-5 16-6 15-7 15-7 15-7 14-8
148.18 137.73 131.82 130.45 129.55 115.91
23-8 20-9 18-10 22-10 22-10 17-12
0.742 0.690 0.643 0.688 0.688 0.586
10-4 12-2 10-2 11-2 11-4 8-6
12-3 7-6 8-6 7-5 7-5 8-5
1-1 1-1 0-2 4-3 4-1 1-1
Wheeling Jesuit 12-10
99.55
15-15
0.500
7-7
7-5
1-3
Pitt Johnstown
12-10
97.73
15-12
0.556
10-5
5-7
0-0
Concord West Virginia State Davis & Elkins AldersonBroaddus Ohio Valley Salem International Bluefield State
12-10
96.82
15-12
0.556
9-4
5-7
1-1
12-10
95.00
16-11
0.593
7-6
7-5
2-0
10-12
77.27
14-13
0.519
7-6
7-7
0-0
5-17
31.82
7-20
0.259
3-8
3-10
1-2
2-20
10.00
4-23
0.148
2-11
2-12
0-0
1-21
5.45
1-26
0.037
0-13
1-12
0-1
1-21
5.00
1-26
0.037
1-13
0-11
0-2
2010-2011 Season Preview Expectations are always high for the University of Charleston women's basketball program, and this season is certainly no different. The tradition rich Golden Eagles were predicted to finish a close second in the West Virginia Conference pre-season coaches poll, just one point behind West Liberty and were ranked No. 16 in the Division II Bulletin preseason Top 25. UC returns a senior-laden team with plenty of experience and four seniors returning that averaged double figures in scoring last season. Nine of the top 10 scorers from last year return. The Golden Eagles are led by 5-foot-8 senior guard Lindsey Kentner. The 21-year old from Wapakoneta, Ohio averaged 18 points last year. "We definitely have high expectations for this team," Kentner said. "We've talked about winning the conference regular season title and the tournament. We're even believing we can go to the national tournament, go far, and possibly be national champions." "We know we have so much experience and talent back and that's why we have so much confidence going into the season. We have the players to do it and the capability." UC has a balanced team. Joining the sharp-shooting Kentner is a dominant inside player in forward Tarenna Dixon (12.1 points and 9.2 rebounds per game), speedy and solid rebounding point guard Tiana Beatty (11.0 points and 7.5 boards), and another good shooting guard in Ali Tobias (10.9 points per game).
Home Games are in bold Neutral Site Games are in italics * Denotes a WVIAC game
Date 11/17/2010 11/19/2010 11/20/2010 11/27/2010 12/2/2010 12/4/2010 12/9/2010 12/11/2010 12/15/2010 12/16/2010 12/30/2010 1/5/2011 1/8/2011 1/10/2011 1/13/2011 1/15/2011 1/19/2011 1/22/2011 1/24/2011 1/27/2011 1/29/2011 2/3/2011 2/5/2011 2/12/2011 2/17/2011 2/19/2011 2/23/2011 2/26/2011
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Opponent Bluefield State Bellarmine (KY) Tournament Bellarmine (KY) Tournament Central State (OH) West Liberty Alderson-Broaddus Concord Pitt Johnstown Hawaii Tournament Hawaii Tournament California (PA) West Virginia Wesleyan Seton Hill Glenville State Wheeling Jesuit Shepherd West Virginia State Ohio Valley Bluefield State Shepherd Pitt Johnstown Ohio Valley Davis & Elkins Glenville State Fairmont State Seton Hill Concord West Virginia State
Location Charleston, W.Va. Louisville, KY Louisville, KY Charleston, W.Va. West Liberty, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Athens, W.Va. Johnstown, PA Honolulu, HI Honolulu, HI Charleston, W.Va. Buckhannon, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Glenville, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Shepherdstown, W.Va. Institute, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Bluefield, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Vienna, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va. Fairmont, W.Va. Greensburg, PA Charleston, W.Va. Charleston, W.Va.
Time/Result 6:00 p.m. TBA TBA 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. TBA TBA 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
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Athletic Facilities Eddie King Gym The home of UC Men's and Women's Basketball, UC Women's Volleyball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948. This historic venue has played host to Golden Eagle hoop stars such as Jim Harrick, Jayson Gee, Sherry Winn, Keith Tyler and Ajamu Gaines. It is located on campus.
Morrison Fitness Center The Morrison Fitness Center is a state of the art facility. It opened in 2007 and includes 18 cardio machines lining the walls. While exercising, students can enjoy a beautiful view of the capitol building found nowhere else on campus. Many benefits include the free weight system, four LCD flat screen T.V.s, and locker rooms equipped with showers and towels. It is located on campus.
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About the WVIAC Founded in 1924, the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC) rates as one of the oldest leagues at the small-college level. The 16-member conference currently boasts the largest membership of any NCAA Division II league. The WVIAC moved into the NCAA Division II ranks in 1994 after a long affiliation with the NAIA. The conference was the only one in Division II to place a team in the national quarterfinals in men’s basketball, football and baseball during the 1998-99 academic year. In 2002 the WVIAC, along with two other conferences, became the first league to earn four bids to the NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship. Commissioner Barry Blizzard, who has held the post since 1987, led the move into the NCAA. Blizzard, a native of Bramwell, West Virginia, previously served as the athletics director at Bluefield State. The long-time conference chief has served in a variety of national leadership positions, including a stint as president of the Division II Conference Commissioners Association. He is currently the chairman of the NCAA Division II Nominating Committee.
Alumni of conference members include West Virginia State’s Earl Lloyd (the first African-American to play in the National Basketball Association), Salem International’s Cecil Underwood (two-term West Virginia governor), Pitt Johnstown's John Murtha (current US representative), and Wheeling Jesuit’s John Beilein (current Michigan men’s basketball coach). The conference’s basketball tournament is one of the longest-running events in collegiate hoops; the 70th annual event was held earlier this year at the Charleston Civic Center. Attendance at the WVIAC tournament ranks among the highest in Division II. The conference also boasts a 10-station radio network for the tournament. Women’s sports were incorporated into the WVIAC during the 1981-82 academic year as the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Association was absorbed. Currently, women’s championships are offered in softball, golf, tennis, track, basketball, volleyball, cross country and soccer. Men’s championships are conducted in football, cross country, soccer, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis and track. WVIAC was recognized by the State Journal as one of “55 Great Things About West Virginia” in the magazine’s April edition. The WVIAC is headquartered in Princeton, WV. The league's 15 member schools include: Alderson- Broaddus College, Bluefield State College, University of Charleston, Concord University, Davis & Elkins College, Fairmont State University, Glenville State College, Ohio Valley University, Shepherd University, West Liberty University, West Virginia State University, West Virginia Wesleyan College and Wheeling Jesuit University. The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and Seton Hill University joined the WVIAC for the 2006-07 season. Pitt Johnstown and Seton Hill are the WVIAC’s first out-of-state members since 1932.
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WVIAC Commissioner’s Cup
The Commissioner's Cup is awarded to the institution with the highest cumulative score as determined by a scoring method used by the league. Points are awarded based on the school's finish after completion of each of the sports sponsored by the WVIAC. WVIAC champions are determined by the regular season standings in sports that receive NCAA automatic qualification for the tournament winners. Tournament champions in all other sports are considered conference champions. The tournament winner is considered the WVIAC champion in sports with a divisional setup.
WVIAC Main Office Contact Information 1422 E Main St # 2, Princeton, WV 24740-3075 304-487-6298
WVIAC Staff Information Barry Blizzard---Commissioner---wviac@citilink.net Will Prewitt---Associate Commissioner---will@wviac.org Stephanie Prewitt---Assistant Commissioner/Senior Woman Administrator---wviacswa@gmail.com Ben Brownlee---NCAA Compliance Coordinator---brownlee.wviac@gmail.com Billy Alton---Supervisor of Football Officials---altons@earthlink.net Karen King---Supervisor of Softball and Volleyball Officials---kkingsb@verizon.net John Holt---Supervisor of Basketball Officialls---jholt4golf@aol.com Joe Merendino---Supervisor of Baseball Officials Don Brown---Supervisor of Soccer Officials---donalddbrown@yahoo.com
Past Regular Season Champions •West Virginia Wesleyan •University of Charleston •Shepherd •Glenville State •Glenville State
Past Tournament Champions •Fairmont State •University of Charleston •Fairmont State •Glenville State •University of Charleston
WVIAC Tournament Information •Women's Basketball •February 28-March 5 •Civic Center; Charleston, WV •(first round at campus sites)
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Barry Blizzard West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Association Commissioner Commissioner Barry Blizzard has been at the helm of the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference since his appointment in November, 1987. Through his very able leadership as the conference's fourth commissioner, the WVIAC continues to enjoy national respectability and competiveness among the 16 member schools and 17 sponsored sports. One of the major accomplishments during Blizzard's tenure as WVIAC Commissioner has been managing the conference's transition from the NAIA to NCAA Division II, which occurred in the fall of 1995. He also oversaw the move of the conference headquarters to Princeton in 1987. Prior to NCAA affiliation, Barry held, at various times, a number of NAIA-related national and regional offices. One in particular was a term as president of the NAIA National Athletic Directors Association. Once in the NCAA, Commissioner Blizzard has become involved with its administrative matters and presently serves as the chairman of the Division II Awards Commissoners' Association. He also has served as the regional chair of the selection committee for the Disney Wide World of Sports Basketball Tip-off Tournament. In addition, Blizzard has helped structure a model conference format for Division II league offices. He is a past chair of the NCAA Division II Nominating Committee and currently serves on the Division II Membership Committee. Barry's work in the field of intercollegiate athletics has not gone unnoticed by peers. He has received a number of awards including the NAIA's National Award of Merit for work as president of the Athletic Directors Association and the seventh annual Mike McLaughlin Memorial Administrative Award which is the WVIAC award recognizing persons who have made outstanding contributions to the conference for a period of years. Additionally, a report he authored, NAIA Eligibility Rules, Time for a Change, was published in the spring 1986 edition of The Athletic Administrator, a publication of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics. Blizzard's background in intercollegiate sports and sports management has served him well to deal with the tasks of overseeing this league. Before taking on his present position, he was the athletic director and sports information director at Bluefield State College, for 11 years beginning in 1976. A two-year period as assistant athletic director and SID, preceded this. The Commissioner is a native of Bramwell, WV, and received his undergraduate degree at Bluefield State College. He earned a Masters in American History at Radford (VA) University. Barry lives in Princeton. He and his late wife, Vicki, have two married daughters. Amie Bolton is a resident of Pearisburg, Virginia, while younger daughter Emilie Whittaker resides in Princeton.
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Will Prewitt West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Association Associate Commissioner Will Prewitt assumed the role of WVIAC Associate Commissioner on July 1, 1999. The Williamsburg, Kentucky native joined the WVIAC staff after stints at Tusculum College and Appalachian State University. He deals primarily with championships, sport administration, scheduling, and media relations at the league's Princeton , WV office. The 1994 graduate of the University of Mississippi is a past member of the NCAA Division II Championships Committee (2007-10) and participated as the liaison for the sports of football and men's golf. Additionally, he serves as a current member of the Atlantic Region Baseball Advisory Committee and started a four-year term as one of two Division II representatives on the NCAA Football Rules Committee in September, 2010. He previously served stints on the Division II Men's Golf Committee, the Division II Great Lakes Region Softball Advisory Committee and the Division II Northeast Region Football Advisory Committee. In addition, Prewitt was also selected to be a part of the NCAA Division II Regionalization Advisory Board in the spring of 2007. During the summer of 2007, Prewitt participated in the Division II Game Environment Hearing in Arlington, VA. He also chaired the Championship Committee's Rating Percentage Index study subgroup in spring 2010. Prewitt played a key role in bringing the 2006 NCAA D-II Men's Golf Championship to West Virginia and was the tournament's co-director. He has also been a part of the tournament staffs of over 30 national championships, including the Division II Softball, Division III Football, and Division III Men's Basketball events. Prewitt served as sports information director at Tusculum College in Greeneville, Tenn. from March, 1998 until arriving at the WVIAC. He was the primary media contact for the Pioneers' 14 varsity sports as the school moved to the NCAA Division II level and the South Atlantic Conference. He previously worked with the baseball and basketball programs at NCAA Division I Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. Prewitt was the sports information contact for the Mountaineer baseball program in 1996 and 1997. He also was in charge of statistical operations for home football and basketball contests, as well as traveling with the ASU men's basketball team to handle road media relations. In addition, Prewitt is a varsity high school football official and serves as the rules interpreter for the Mercer Football Officials Board. He also is an active volunteer with Labrador Retriever Rescue of SW Virginia. Will and his wife, Stephanie, reside in Kegley with their dogs: Bailey, Bentley, Junebug, Emmie, and Hershey.
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WVIAC Women’s Basketball Participants ALDERSON-BROADDUS •Location: Philippi, WV •Enrollment: 800 •Mascot: Battlers •Colors: Blue, Gold, and Grey •SID: Pat McGinnis 304-457-6347 •Head Coach: Josh Allen •Home Court: Rex Pyles Arena •Years in the WVIAC: 78
Bluefield State College •Location: Bluefield, WV •Enrollment: 1800 •Mascot: Big Blues •Colors: Blue and White •SID: Megan Ciborowski 304-327-4110 •Head Coach: James Oliver •Home Court: Ned Shott Physical Education •Years in the WVIAC: 55
Charleston •Location: Charleston, WV •Enrollment: 1,385 •Mascot: MoHarv •Colors: Maroon and Gold •SID: Bill McDaniel 304-720-6690 •Head Coach: Sherry Winn •Home Court: Eddie King Gym •Years in the WVIAC: 86
CONCORD •Location: Athens, WV •Enrollment: 2,735 •Mascot: Mountain Lion •Colors: Maroon and White •SID: Kyle Cooper 304-384-6259 •Head Coach: Kenny Osborne •Home Court: Carter Center •Years in the WVIAC: 86
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DAVIS & ELKINS •Location: Elkins, WV •Enrollment: 710 •Mascot: Senator •Colors: Red and White •SID: Jason Asbell 304-637-1261 •Head Coach: Jason Asbell •Home Court: The McDonnell Center •Years in WVIAC: 86
Fairmont State •Location: Fairmont, WV •Enrollment: 7000 •Mascot: Falcons •Colors: Maroon and White •SID:Adam Zundell 304-367-4264 •Head Coach: Steve McDonald •Home Court: Joe Retton Arena •Years in the WVIAC: 86
Glenville State •Location: Glenville, WV •Enrollment: 1,600 •Mascot: Pioneer •Colors: Blue and White •SID: Jonathan Griffin 304-462-6224 •Head Coach: Bunky Harkleroad •Home Court: Jesse R Lilly Gymnasium •Years in the WVIAC: 86
WVIAC Women’s Basketball Participants OHIO VALLEY •Location: Vienna, WV •Enrollment: 582 •Mascot: Fighting Scot •Colors: Blue, Red, and White •SID: Brianne Lodato 304-865-6047 •Head Coach: David Wadlington •Home Court: Snyder Activity Center •Years in the WVIAC: 11
PITT-JOHNSTOWN •Location: Johnstown, PA •Enrollment: 3,050 •Mascot: Lady Cat •Colors: Blue and Gold •SID: Chris Caputo 814-269-2031 •Head Coach: Sasha Palmer •Home Court: The Sports Center •Years in the WVIAC: 4
SETON HILL •Location: Greensburg, PA •Enrollment: 2,093 •Mascot: Griffin •Colors: Red, Yellow, and White •SID: Jason Greene 724-830-1132 •Head Coach: Ferne Labati •Home Court: Salvitti Gymnasium •Years in the WVIAC: 4
SHEPHERD •Location: Shepherd, WV •Enrollment: 4,170 •Mascot: Ram •Colors: Blue and Gold •SID: Chip Ransom 304-876-5228 •Head Coach: Melanie Ford •Home Court: Butcher Athletic Center Arena •Years in the WVIAC: 86
West Liberty •Location: West Liberty, WV •Enrollment:2400 •Mascot: Hilltopper •Colors: Black and Gold •SID: Matt Watson 304-336-8107 •Head Coach: Lynn Ullom •Home Court: Academic, Sports and Recreation Complex (ASRC) •Years in the WVIAC: 86
West Virginia State •Location: Institute, WV •Enrollment: 5,000 •Mascot: Yellow Jacket •Colors: Black and Gold •SID: Sean McAndrews and John Simms 304-766-4122 304-766-5760 •Head Coach: Renee Bostic •Home Court: Flemming Hall •Years in the WVIAC: 55
WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN •Location: Buckhannon, WV •Enrollment: 1,275 •Mascot: Bobcat •Colors: Orange and Black •SID: Mitch Fastenau 304-473-8102 •Head Coach: Steve Tierney •Home Court: Rockefeller Center Arena. •Years in the WVIAC: 84
WHEELING JESUIT •Location: Wheeling, WV •Enrollment: 1,700 •Mascot: Cardinal •Colors: Red, Yellow, and Black •SID: Brian Dennison 304-243-2012 •Head Coach: Katie Hine •Home Court: Alma Grace McDonough Health and Recreation Center •Years in the WVIAC: 53
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University Of Charleston Women’s Basketball media guide created by Craig Cantor, Jordan Mccollam, James Settle, and Malik Thomas for Sports Information/Media Class, fall semester 2010. All information and photos thanks to Bill Mcdaniel , Coach Winn, Coach Pike, and the University of Charleston Athletic Website.