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REDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Quick Facts Media Relations Personnel Media Policy Athletics Directory Golf 101 Mascot Info NJCAA Conference
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ABOUT THE COLLEGE Mission Statement President Dr. Larry Devane Cougar Club (Athletic Boosters) Athletic Facilities Campus Life Academic Programs Campus Housing
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CITY PROFILE El Reno, Oklahoma Driving Directions Hotels and Restaurants
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COACHING STAFF Head Coach AD/ Support Staff
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TEAM HISTORY Where Players Go Academic All-Americans All-American Athletics National Tournament Finishes Accomplishments
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QUICK FACTS
Location Founded Enrollment Conference Colors Nickname
El Reno, OK 1938 2250 NJCAA Region 2 Redlands Red and Gold Cougars
President Athletic Director
Dr. Larry Devane Matt Newgent
Head Coach Redlands Tournament Victories Chadwell’s Office Phone
Gerrod Chadwell 6 (405) 422-2552
RCC First Year of Golf All-Time Tournaments Won NJCAA Tournament Appearances National Championships
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2008-2009 Finish Returning Players Newcomers
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MEDIA RELATIONS Public Information Coordinator
Public Information Graphic Designer
Deirdre Steiner (405) 422-1467
Andrew Davis (405) 422-1237
RCC Photographer Larry Clements (405) 422-6242
MEDIA POLICY Any requests for interviews, photos, printed materials should be directed to the Public Information Coordinator at 422-1467 or deirdre.steiner@redlandscc.edu.
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SEASON PREVIEW Season Outlook Schedule Player Roster Sophomores Freshmen
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ATHLETICS DIRECTORY Athletic Administration Matt Newgent, Athletic Director Peggy Ward, Administrative Asst. Men’s Basketball Yaphett King, Head Coach Earnest Crumbley Jr., Assistant Coach Women’s Basketball Jay Niehues, Head Coach Sheila Howard, Assistant Coach Select Physical Therapy Aron Steffen, Physical Therapist
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Baseball Matt Newgent, Head Coach Jacob Johnson, Assistant Coach Ross Ashley, Assistant Coach
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Volleyball Kristin Vincent, Head Coach Karina Bellato, Assistant Coach
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Women’s Golf Gerrod Chadwell, Head Coach
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Training Room Eli Zucksworth, Head Trainer
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Teams consist of five players. The team’s score is derived from the four lowest individual scores during that round. Typically there are three tournament rounds and a practice round the day prior to the start of the tournament. Each round the team will drop the highest team members score and total the remaining four scores, for the teams round total.
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Most golf courses are set-up with a par of 72 strokes (some can be 70 or 71), the allotted strokes how many swings of the clushould take to finish an 18 hole course. Par is the amount of shots given on each hole (i.e. par 3, par 4, etc). An “eagle” is two below par, a “birdie” is one under par, and a “bogey” is one over par. Golf is played with clubs and a ball. A golfer will usually use a driver or fairway wood off the tee for thei first shot. From then on irons are used to hit towards the green. Once the ball is on the green a player will use their putter to putt the ball in the hole.
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Golf was invented in Scotland. It is a game of honor, integrity and sportsmanship. Tournament team golf is played with 5 team members, the lowest 4 scores are counted toward the team total. One round consists of 18 holes. All play is governed by USGA rules. Collegiate women’s golf plays roughly around 6200 total yards on usually a par 72 golf course. While the concept of golf is quite simple, getting a 1¾ inch golf ball into a 4½ inch cup in the least strokes possible is extremely challenging. You must respect the rewards & letdowns of the round & absolutely engoy the qlk outside.
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COUGAR
The story of the Redlands Cougar is shrouded in mystery. The Cougar first appeared as the official Redlands mascot post-1970. Prior to that Redland’s (originally called El Reno Junior College) mascot was the Chieftain, which was chosen to correspond with El Reno High School’s mascot the Indian. Now, this elusive nameless cat can occasionally be spotted around campus. Be On The Lookout!
CONFERENCE DIVISION I - REGION II Redlands Community College is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The NJCAA was founded in 1938; it is an association of community college and junior college athletic departments throughout the United States of America, holding 24 separate regions with 436 members. Redlands Community College is in Region II Oklahoma Collegiate Athletic Conference, also known as OCAC.
REGION II MEMBERS Northern Oklahoma College-Enid Enid, Oklahoma
Carl Albert State College Poteau, Oklahoma
Northern Oklahoma College-Tonkawa Tonkawa, Oklahoma
Connors State College Warner, Oklahoma
Redlands Community College El Reno, Oklahoma
Eastern Oklahoma State College Wilburton, Oklahoma
Rose State College Midwest City, Oklahoma
Murray State College Tishomingo, Oklahoma
Seminole State College Seminole, Oklahoma
North Arkansas College Harrison, Arkansas
Western Oklahoma State College Altus, Oklahoma
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College Miami, Oklahoma
Redlands Community College is a member of the
Oklahoma Collegiate Athletic Conference
All information supplied in this publication is accurate at the time of printing; however, changes may occur and will supersede information in this publication. This publication is printed and issued by Redlands Communtiy College. A total of 115 media guides printed at a cost of $922.25. Redlands Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or status as a veteran, in any of its educational programs, activities, policies, practices, or procedures, including, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, eligibility for financial aid, and educational services, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other federal laws and regulations. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies and procedures for students, employees, and others: Human Resources Coordinator, Redlands Community College, 1300 S. Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036-5304, (405) 422-1267
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Arkansas Baptist College Little Rock, Arkansas
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MISSION STATEMENT Redlands Community College provides a learner-centered environment committed to academic excellence strengthened through service and civic engagement. Value Statements Include: Learner-Centered Environment - Provide a rich academic environment in which learners engage in designing and completing individual educational goals. Academic Excellence - Provide opportunities for continuous academic growth through a challenging and rigorous curriculum enhanced by the application of research and technology. Collaboration and Service - Provide learning opportunities in collaboration with public and private partners that reinforce the value of service to others and strengthen ethical development and civic engagement.
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PRESIDENT DR. LARRY DEVANE
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Dr. Larry F. Devane has served as President of Redlands Community College since 1990. He has created a vision for Redlands that includes state of the art technology instructional and training access, varied course and program delivery modes, student focused facilities and a high standard for competitive athletics at Redlands. Devane has served as President of the President’s Association for both the Two-Year President’s Council and All-President’s Council as well as leadership roles in Academic, Legislative and Economic Councils. He is the current President of the Council of North Central Two-Year Colleges, CNCTYC, encompassing nineteen states of the Higher Learning Commission. Devane’s civic leadership roles are varied, including such activities as Board of Directors for El Reno Chamber of Commerce Foundation for Progress of which he was named El Reno Citizen of the Year, Chairman for the El Reno Industrial Development Corporation, El Reno Federal Corrections Institute Community Advisory Council, President of the Canadian County Greater Oklahoma City Metro United Way, Coordinator of Leadership Canadian County and has served as Finance Chair and is the current Chairman of the Canadian Valley Integris Hospital. Prior to Redlands, Dr. Devane was President of Highland Community College in Highland, Kansas. He attended Coffeyville Community College, earned his bachelor and master degrees from Emporia State University and his Ph. D. degree in adult and occupational education from Kansas State University in 1975.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
COUGAR CLUB
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE TEAM BEHIND THE TEAMS Maroon & Gold Club One 10-ticket Punch Pass, Hat, Media Guide: Name recognition in all guides, Cougar Den Access Silver Cougar One 10-ticket Punch Pass, 3-month Fitness for Life family pass, Hat, Media Guide: Name recognition in all guides, Cougar Den Access
Support Cougar athletic teams by sponsoring a banner or a sign or by making a tax-deductible donation. To Become a Member
Call (405) 422-1280
Golden Cougar One 20-ticket Punch Pass, 3-month Fitness for Life family pass, Hat Super Cougar One 20-ticket Punch Pass, 6-month Fitness for Life family pass, Hat 2’X 3’ Arena signage Media Guide: ¼ page-All sports, Cougar Den Access
Training Room
Fitness Room
Swimming Pool
ATHLETIC
Crimson Creek Club House
Volleyball/Basketball Court
FACILITIES Crimson Creek Golf Carts
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Crimson Creek Golf Course
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WHY REDLANDS?
CAMPUS LIFE
FREE SERVICES AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS Developmental Math Courses Special Workshops & Seminars College Survival Course Work
College Level Math Courses Cultural Events & Activities Financial Aid Counseling
Vocational Counseling Professional Tutoring Career Counseling
Transfer Assistance
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The educational advantages of Redlands Community College are numerous. We have an open-door policy that encourages first-time and returning students to become a name not just a number. Admission requires no minimum GPA or ACT score, but may require an assessment test. No matter your background, you can attain great results at RCC.
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From fully equipped science and computer labs to smart classrooms with IETV capabilities, your educational needs and expectations will be met and exceeded with the most up-to-date technologies available. The main campus encompasses 55 acres and includes several buildings, many of which have newly renovated classrooms and labs. We kick off the fall semester each year with the Cougar Bash, a campus-wide event filled with food and fun, including world-famous onion burgers, games, and other activities. Activities continue throughout the year with music videos, concerts, volunteer activities, and leadership activities. Join any of the more than 20 student organizations on campus. Organizations include Aggie Club, Students in Free Enterprise, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Nursing Association, and more.
COMPARE THE COST
per credit hour Oklahoma’s Four-Year Institutions $
196.35 AVERAGE
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Redlands Community College $
96.75
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ABOUT THE COLLEGE Redlands Community College’s athletic facilities contain a Select Physical Therapy sports medicine clinic and Fitness for Life center. The Fitness for Life center provides access to the college’s indoor swimming pool, fitness workout room, racquetball court, indoor walking area, dry saunas and steam saunas. You can afford to attend RCC! No mandatory fees mean more of your cost is covered by programs such as Oklahoma’s Promise (OHLAP). Plus, we cost less than half as much as Oklahoma’s four-year institutions. This means you’ll save around $4,500 by spending your first two years with us. At the end of those two years, you’ll have an associate’s degree and be prepared to enter the workforce or enter the third year of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Campus Housing: Get your education and enjoy the dorm experience with a luxury feel at Cougar Crossing! Cougar Crossing residents enjoy fully-furnished two or four bedroom apartments featuring leather couches, leather lounge chairs, full-sized appliances, full beds, dining room tables and chairs, and much more. Walk to class, the cafeteria, the library or the campus book store, while living with others pursuing similar life goals. You and your friends will find plenty to do at Cougar Crossing. We host karaoke parties, movie nights on the big screen, cookouts, and tons more. Relax on one of the comfortable couches, work out in the fitness center, or hang out in the cyber lounge. For more information contact Student Services Visit: 1300 South Country Club Rd; El Reno, OK 73036
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE
Agriculture (eight option areas) Fitness/Athletic Trainer Mathematics Pre-Professional Sciences (four option areas)
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS
Art Business Administration Pre-Criminal Justice Pre-Education (Elementary or Secondary) English Family Studies/Child Development General Studies Health, Physical Education & Recreation Psychology Social Studies (two option areas) Speech
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
Applied Technology (six option areas) Business Administration Technology (six option areas) Child Development Criminal Justice (six option areas) Early Childhood Center Management Equine Science Nursing, RN
CAREER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Certificate of Mastery in Child Development
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ACADEMIC MAJORS
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WHERE IS REDLANDS?
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15 miles from OKC
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Redlands Community College is located in El Reno, OK. El Reno is located just west of Oklahoma City. El Reno is rich in cultural history. El Reno is home to Historic Fort Reno, Canadian Country County Museum and the Heritage Express Rail Trolley. RCC is less than a mile from Crimson Creek Golf Course and Lake El Reno, a 300 acre lake that can be used recreationally for water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, boating and fishing.
Frontier City Theme Park White Water Bay Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA) Oklahoma City Museum of Art Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park Myriad Botanical Gardens National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Gardens Rocktown Climbing Gym Bricktown District Oklahoma City National Memorial
CITY PROFILE
DRIVING
Enid
DIRECTIONS Oklahoma City: I-40 W/US-270W 26.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.
Hennessey Watonga
Guthrie
Kingfisher El Reno
RCC
Weatherford
Weatherford: I-40 E for 41.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.
Hinton
Kingfisher: US-81 S/OK-3 E for 12.1 miles, merge onto US-81 S toward El Reno 11.4 miles, turn right onto W. Sunset Dr/I-40 BR/OK-66 for 1 mile, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your right.
Anadarko
Yukon
Oklahoma City
Mustang Minco
Norman
Chickasha
Chickasha: US-81 N for 31.3 miles, merge on I-40 W/US-270 W via the ramp on the LEFT toward Amarillo go 1.9 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.
RESTAURANTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
Montana Mike’s Steakhouse Sunday - Thursday 11 a.m. til 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. til 10 p.m. 1609 Southwest 27th, El Reno, OK 73036
Best Western 2701 S Country Club, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-6490
Serapio’s Mexican Restaurant For Hours Call: (405) 262-7744 1637 E Highway 66, El Reno, OK 73036 Sid’s Diner For Hours Call: (405) 262-7757 300 South Choctaw, El Reno, OK 73036 Georgeo’s Mediterranean Cuisine Open For Lunch & Dinner 1218 Sunset Dr, El Reno, OK 73036
Comfort Inn 1707 S.W. 27th Street, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 405-262-3050 Days Inn 2712 S. Country Club, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-8720 Economy Express 2851 S. Highway 81 & I-40, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-1022 Motel 6 1506 Domino Lane, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-6060
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Denny’s Restaurant For Hours Call: (405) 262-3535 2701 South Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036
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GERROD CHADWELL
HEAD COACH
3RD SEASON
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Gerrod Chadwell is entering his third season as head coach for Redlands Community College’s Lady Cougar Golf Team. He has extensive golfing experience, both as a teacher and as a player. During his first two years as RCC’s head coach, he has led the Lady Cougars to back to back National Championships in the National Junior College Athletic Association. Chadwell has also been named the NJCAA Women’s Golf Coach of the Year for his first two seasons.
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COACH PROFILE Personal Hometown El Reno, Oklahoma College East Central University
Coach Chadwell, a native of El Reno, began playing golf at the age of 14. He played as a member of his high school team, helping lead El Reno High School’s team to a state runner-up finish his senior year. Chadwell continued his playing career at East Central University, where he was a four-year member of the men’s Tiger Golf Team and was named an All-American his senior year.
Coaching Highlights 2009 National Championship 2009 NJCAA Coach of the Year 2008 National Championship 2008 NJCAA Coach of the Year
Upon completion of his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and his master’s degree in sports administration from ECU, Coach Chadwell decided that he would rather teach the game instead of play professionally. He came back to El Reno, where he served as RCC’s assistant golf coach for one year. During his first stint at RCC, he helped lead the women’s team to a third place national finish.
Prior Coaching History 2005-2007 Dave Pelz Golf Golf Instructor 2002-2003 Redlands Community College Assistant Coach
Coach Chadwell then joined the staff at Dave Pelz Golf, a nationally renowned golf school that works with numerous professionals including Phil Mickelson, Vijay Singh, Annika Sorenstam, Julietta Grenada, and more. While working as an instructor at Dave Pelz Golf, Chadwell worked with all levels of players, from tour professionals to beginning golfers.
COACHING STAFF
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
MATT NEWGENT
2ND SEASON AS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR 7TH SEASON AS BASEBALL HEAD COACH
Matt Newgent begins his seventh season as head coach for the Cougar baseball team and also serves as Athletic Director. Under Newgent’s guidance the Cougar’s have been ranked each of the last four seasons, and as high as a #2 in the national rankings in 2008. Since Coach Newgent’s arrival six years ago, the program has again regained its prominence nationally. Newgent and his staff spent the 2009 off-season continuing to renovate the Cougar baseball facility, and recruiting quality student-athletes to ensure continued success for the program. Newgent began his collegiate athletic career at Redlands Community College as a catcher under former coach Don Brown. During that season the Cougars went to the NJCAA World Series in Millington, Tennessee, where they finished fourth. After leaving RCC, Newgent completed his collegiate playing experience at University of Indianapolis. His collegiate accolades include all tournament catcher honors at the NJCAA World Series, two-time member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) All-Conference Team and Academic All-Conference Team, NCAA North Central Region Team, and Most Valuable Player during his senior season at University of Indianapolis. Prior to coaching at RCC, Newgent served as Assistant Baseball Coach at Olney Central Community College in Olney, Illinois, where they finished with a record of 40-20 and a trip to the Region 24 Tournament. He was also the Assistant Baseball Coach at University of Indianapolis for three seasons and helped guide the team to a third place finish in the NCAA Division II World Series in 2000, and a school best 51-15 record in 2001. Newgent is a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association. He earned his Associate of Arts from Redlands Community College in 1997, his Bachelor of Arts in History in 1999, and his Master of Business Administration in 2002 from the University of Indianapolis. Coach Newgent, a native of Piedmont, now resides in Yukon with his wife Christa and their son, Ian.
ELI ZUCKSWORTH
2ND SEASON
Second year Redlands Community College Head Athletic Trainer, Eli Zucksworth, is responsible for preparing the athletes for both practice and games, while treating on-site injuries. Eli Zucksworth is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and the Oklahoma Athletic Trainers Association. He is a 2005 graduate of Oklahoma State University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training. In 2007, he received his Master of Education degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
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ATHLETIC TRAINER
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SEASON
OUTLOOK
The 2009-2010 women’s golf season will bring a lot of new faces to the Cougar’s lineup. The depature of Nicola Race (University of Missouri), Emily Kwak (Towson State University), and Andrew Kaelin (Florida State University) will leave a lot of holes to be filled in the Cougars top five. Returning off last year’s National Championship team is Kelly MacPhail, a second team All-American from Manchester, England; Kaitlin Higginbotham, a honorable mention All-American from Norman, Oklahoma; Crystal Caviness from Seminole, Texas, and Brittany Beckett from Mansfield, Texas.
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Kaitlin Higginbotham played in every tournament last year for the Cougars, posting a 7th place finish at the Oklahoma Intercollegiate with rounds of 75 and 76. Katilin finished second at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor Lady Cru International, with rounds of 75 and 83. She was an All-Region II Team member with a fourth place finish with rounds of 84 and 77. Kelly MacPhail comes off a strong Spring 2009. Kelly finished 4th at the 2009 Blue Bonnett Classic with rounds of 84 and 79, and she finished 8th at the Susie Maxwell Berning Classic hosted by the University of Oklahoma with rounds of 78, 78, and 79. Crystal Caviness and Brittany Beckett saw limited playing time last year, but they are looking to fill the void of previous graduating sophomores.
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Joining the 2009-2010 women’s golf team as freshmen are Sarah Harper of Duncan, Oklahoma; Kelsey Chugg of Gilbert, Arizona; Hailee Axelsen of Chandler, Arizona; and Jessica Schiele of Grimsdy, England who will be joining the Cougars after the Christmas Break. Sarah Harper was an All-State Golf selection to the west team in 2009. Sarah was also part of her team’s 2007, 2008, and 2009 State Championships. Kelsey Chugg and Hailee Axelsen both come from the Phoenix area. Kelsey has won numerous high school and junior golf tournaments in the state of Arizona. Hailee was a member of the Corona Del Sol golf team, and part of a lot of team and individual victories. Rounding out the freshmen is Jessica Schiele, a nice addition to the lineup for the spring semester. Schiele has competed in and won numerous individual and county tournaments across England. All of these pieces look to fit together as the women’s golf team looks to win its third National Championship in a row in May at Daytona Beach, Florida.
FALL SCHEDULE 09/13-15 09/25-27 10/04-06 10/11-13
Wordlink North Texas Fall Classic Fort Worth, Texas Lady Flacon Invitation Daytona Beach, Florida Johnie Imes Invitational Columbia, Missouri Oklahoma Intercollegiate Duncan, Oklahoma
WOMEN’S GOLF
Brittany Beckett
Sophomore
Mansfield, TX
Crystal Caviness
Sophomore
Seminole, TX
Kaitlin Higginbotham Sophomore
Norman, OK
Kelly MacPhail
Sophomore
Manchester, England
Hailee Axelsen
Freshman
Chandler, AZ
Kelsey Chugg
Freshman
Gilbert, AZ
Sarah Harper
Freshman
Duncan, OK
Jessica Schiele
Freshman
Grimsdy, England
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ROSTER
SEASON PREVIEW
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BRITTANY RACHELE
BECKETT
Sophomore Mansfield, Texas
Best Tournament Finish: 12th place finish at the 2009 Regional Tournament High School Academic Honors: National Honor Society 2006-2008 High School Athletic Honors: MVP of Mansfield High School Varsity Golf 2008, 4-year Varsity Letterman, All-District 2007 and 2008 RCC Athletic Honors Member of the 2009 National Championship Team RCC Academic Honors Phi Theta Kappa , Presidents List Spring 2009
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PERSONALITY PROFILE
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Highlight of my freshman year: Seeing my team win Nationals Favorite Player/Team: Paula Creamer Favorite Sports Memory: Beating my dad for the first time Future Plans: Get a bachelors degree in psychology. Get my masters in sports psychology and become a college golf coach Nickname: Britt Favorite food: Anything homemade Favorite musician/group: Eli Young Band Favorite vacation spot: California I can’t live without: My phone Most prized possession: Heart/cross ring and heart necklace Favorite movie: Alpha Dog Favorite actor/actress: Cameron Diaz and Ryan Reynolds Favorite TV show: One Tree Hill I can’t believe I watch: Reality shows If I won a million dollars, I would: Invest it and share some with my family
SEASON PREVIEW Sophomore Seminole, Texas
CRYSTAL LANEIGH
CAVINESS
Best Tournament Finish: 9th place finish at the 2009 Regional Tournament
High School Academic Honors: National Honor Society Member/President, Who’s Who Member, Edgewise Leader, Honor Graduate-4.0 GPA High School Athletic Honors: Regional Qualifier, Individual/Team District Champion, Basketball All-District Honorable Mention, Basketball Regional Quarter-finalist RCC Academic Honors Phi Theta Kappa Member, 4.0 GPA, President’s Honor List RCC Athletic Honors Member of the 2009 National Championship Team
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Future Plans: Finish a biology degree and go to Medical or Law School Nickname: Crys Favorite food: Steak Favorite musician/group: George Strait Favorite vacation spot: Italy I can’t live without: The radio Favorite movie: Pure Country Favorite TV show: Grey’s Anatomy
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KAITLIN ELIZABETH
HIGGINBOTHAM
Sophomore Norman, Oklahoma
Best Tournament Finish: 7th individually at the national tournament High School Athletic Honors: OSCAA State Golf Champ 06 & 07, 6A State Runner-up ‘08, 6A Senior Girls West All-State Team ‘08, Big All-City Player of the Year ‘08, Norman Transcript Player of the Month , Trosper Park (OKC) Course Record Holder, Big I Qualifier Winner at Jimmy Austin, Represented USA in Harder, German Junior masters in ‘O8 RCC Athletic Honors National Championship Team Member
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PERSONALITY PROFILE
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Highlight of my freshman year: Leading the first day of Texas Tournament Favorite Player/Team: Sergio Garcia Favorite Sports Memory: Shooting course record and representing USA in Germany Future Plans: Play golf at Division I University, go to law school, and become a lawyer Nickname: Kate Favorite food: Chocolate Dessert w/raspberry sauce Favorite vacation spot: San Destin Resort in Destin, Florida I can’t live without: Food, friends, family, boyfriend, naps, and dog Most prized possession: National Championship Ring and my car Favorite movie: Twilight Favorite TV show: That 70’s Show, The Hills, America’s Next Top Model I can’t believe I watch: The Vampire Diaries If I won a million dollars, I would: Spend Half and Save Half Nobody knows I can: Sing (and they never will) Biggest superstition: Warm up- 8 iron, 6 iron, 3 wood, then driver
Sophomore Manchester, England
KELLY
MACPHAIL
Best Tournament Finish: 4th at the 2009 Blue Bonnet Classic High School Academic Honors: Sports National Diploma, Fitness Instructing and Soccer Coaching High School Athletic Honors: Lancashire County Champion 2005, Junior Daily telegraph finalist Dubai 2006, Two course records, Marriot Worsley Park 69 and Ellesmere 69 RCC Athletic Honors Member of the 2009 National Championship Team
PERSONALITY PROFILE
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Highlight of my freshman year: Winning National Championship Favorite Player/Team: Manchester United Favorite Sports Memory: Shooting back-to-back course records, two 69’s Future Plans: Graduate and go to a Division I university to study Sports Physiotherapy and remain in the USA Nickname: Kmac/Mayo Favorite food: Mexican Favorite musician/group: Funky house Favorite vacation spot: Cyprus I can’t live without: Route 44 Dr. Pepper Most prized possession: National Championship Ring Favorite movie: Taken Favorite actor/actress: Adam Sandler Favorite TV show: Family Guy I can’t believe I watch: The Hills If I won a million dollars, I would: Bank it, live off the interest Person I would like to meet: Sergio Garcia Biggest superstition: Play wearing a headband instead of hat
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HAILEE ELIZABETH
AXELSEN
High School Academic Honors: National Art Honors Society High School Athletic Honors: Varsity Golf 4 years, Corona Del Sol Dance Team
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Favorite food: Spicy Foods Favorite musician/group: Depeche Mode Favorite vacation spot: San Fransisco I can’t live without: Cell Phone Most prized possession: My shoe collection Favorite movie: Donnie Darko Favorite actor/actress: Jim Carey Favorite TV show: Trueblood and Entourage I can’t believe I watch: The Real Housewives of Atlanta If I won a million dollars, I would: Buy a new bed Person I would like to meet: John Lennon Nobody knows I can: I can play the bagpipe Biggest superstition: I believe in Feng Shui
Freshman Chandler, Arizona
SEASON PREVIEW Freshman Phoenix, Arizona
KELSEY ELIZABETH
CHUGG
High School Academic Honors: National Art Honors Society - 4 years High School Athletic Honors: 4-year Letter Varsity Golf, 3-year Golf MVP
PERSONALITY PROFILE
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Favorite Player/Team: ASU Favorite Sports Memory: Winning State Tournament Nickname: Chugg Favorite food: Sandwiches Favorite musician/group: Weezy Baby Favorite vacation spot: Scenic El Reno, Oklahoma I can’t live without: Walmart Most prized possession: My computer Favorite movie: Baby Mama Favorite actor/actress: Tina Fey Favorite TV show: Forensic Files I can’t believe I watch: Real Housewives of Atlanta If I won a million dollars, I would: Buy a car and gas money Person I would like to meet: Gucci Mane Biggest Superstition: Cows lifting their tails is a sign rain is coming
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SARAH RENAE
HARPER
High School Academic Honors: National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society, Who’s Who Among High School Students, Diploma of Distinction, Academic Golf Team State Champions in ‘07 and ‘08. High School Athletic Honors: All-State Softball Catcher, All-State Golf, Duncan Banner’s Softball Player of the Year 2007, Duncan Banner’s Offensive Player of the Year 2008, State Champion Golf Team ‘07, ‘08, and ‘09
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PERSONALITY PROFILE
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Favorite Sports Memory: High school team winning state championship 3-years in a row Future Plans: Transfer to a University and become a Physical Therapist, and play golf as long as possible Nickname: Harpo Favorite musician/group: Anything but the screaming stuff Favorite vacation spot: Anywhere with a beach I can’t live without: My family Most prized possession: My car Favorite actor/actress: Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon Favorite TV show: Friends I can’t believe I watch: So much TV If I won a million dollars, I would: Go shopping, buy a new car, and give a little to my parents and brother Nobody knows I can: Cry on command Biggest superstition: What goes around comes around
Freshman Duncan, Oklahoma
PLAYERS WHERE THEY GO Andrea Rojas 2006-08 Abby Allford 2006-08 Jennifer Aviles 2003-05 Keelie Cates 2001-03 Morgan Gay 2006-08 Talli Gay 2003-05 Megan Goodwin 2003-05 Mary Harvey 2001-03 Grace Jeong 2005-07 Jennifer Mann 2002-04 Tasha Marshal 2004-06 Jacklynn Miller 2003-05 Kari Price 2001-03 Jaryn Rainey 2004-06 Woori Shin 2005-07 Camila Sola 2004-06 Brianna Vargas 2005-07 Nicola Race 2007-09 Andrea Kaelin 2007-09 Emily Kwak 2007-09 Jennifer Joyce 2008-09
Southern Nazerene University University of Tulsa Southwestern OK State University Texas State University Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City University University of Oklahoma Tarleton State University University of Nevada – Reno Embry-Riddle Aero University Oklahoma Baptist University Southwestern OK State University Texas A&M – Corpus Christi Southern Nazarene University Southwestern OK State University Auburn University University of Tulsa Arizona State University University of Louisiana – Monroe University of Missouri Florida State University Towson State University San Angelo State University
ALL-AMERICANS 2008 2006 2005 2004 2003
Abby Allford Cami Trout Jennifer Aviles NJCAA Academic Team of the Year 3.55 GPA NJCAA Academic Team of the Year 3.53 GPA Courtney Adams Ashley Earles Kari Price (Distinguished Academic All-American)
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ACADEMIC
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REDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ALL-AMERICAN ATHELTICS 2009 Nicola Race - 1st Team Andrea Kaelin - 1st Team Kelly MacPhail - 2nd Team Emily Kwak - 2nd Team Kaitlin Higginbotham - Honorable Mention 2008 Nicola Race - 1st Team Abby Allford - 1st Team 2007 Woori Shin - 1st Team Grace Jeong - 1st Team 2006 Woori Shin - 1st Team Camila Sola - 1st Team Grace Jeong - 2nd Team Brianna Vargas - 2nd Team Jaryn-Rainey - 2nd Team
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NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
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FINISHES National Tournament Finish 2009 - National Champions 2008 - National Champions 2007 - Runner-Up 2006 - National Champions 2005 - Third Place 2004 - Third Place 2003 - Third Place Region II Tournament 2009 - Champions 2008 - Champions 2007 - Champions 2006 - Champions
2005 Camila Sola - 1st Team Jacklynn Miller - 2nd Team Britney Subia - 2nd Team Jaryn Rainey - 2nd Team 2004 Mary Harvey - 2nd Team Megan Goodwin - 2nd Team 2003 Keelie Cates - 2nd Team Mary Harvey – Honorable Mention Kari Price – Honorable Mention
TEAM HISTORY
CHADWELL’S
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Coaching Women
Playing Accomplishments
2009 NJCAA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
2001
East Central Male Student-Athlete of the Year
2009 Texas A&M Commerce Lion Invitational Team Champions
2001
NCAA Division II National Tournament Team
2009 NJCAA Coach of The Year
2001
NCAA Division II All-American
2002
Runner-up Lone Star Conference/All Conference Team
2001
All-District VI Team
2009 NJCAA Golfstat Cup Winner
2000
All-District VI Team
2009 Team Champion, Mary Hardin Baylor Classic
1999
NCAA West Regional Team
2009 Team Champion, Mary Hardin Baylor Classic
1999
All-Conference Team
2009 NJCAA Individual National Champion
1998
NAIA National Tournament Team
2009 NJCAA Region II Team Champions 2009 NJCAA Region II Individual Champion 2009 NJCAA BJ Graber Female Athlete of the Year
2008 NJCAA Coach of The Year 2008 NJCAA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 2008 NJCAA Individual National Champion 2008 NJCAA Individual National Runner-Up 2008 NJCAA Region II Team Champions 2008 NJCAA Region II Individual Champion 2008 NJCAA Golfstat Cup Winner 2007 Individual Champion, Southern Nazerene University 2003 Team Champion, Redlands Spring Invitational 2003 3rd Place Team NJCAA National Tournament 10 NJCAA All-Americans 6 NJCAA Academic All-Americans
Coaching Men 2002 Individual Champion, Oklahoma Christian Shootout 2003 Individual Qualifier for NJCAA National Tournament 2003 NJCAA Academic All-American
Nicola Race came to Redlands Community College all the way from the United Kingdom. Nicola played for the Lady Cougars golf team both her freshman and sophomore years. During her time here, she won two team national championships and two individual national championships. Now, Nicola is beginning her junior year of college at The University of Missouri, playing golf on a full ride scholarship.
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2003 Individual Champion, Mary Hardin Baylor Classic
Betty Jo Graber NJCCA Female Athlete of the Year!
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BASKETBALL SEASON GOING ON NOW
MEN’S
BASKETBALL SEASON GOING ON NOW
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WOMEN’S
FALL 2009 SCHEDULE 09/13-15
Wordlink North Texas Fall Classic; Fort Worth, Texas
10/04-06
Johnie Imes Invitational; Columbia, Missouri
09/25-27
Lady Flacon Invitation; Daytona Beach, Florida
10/11-13
Oklahoma Intercollegiate; Duncan, Oklahoma