Rochester University Men's Basketball Media Guide 2019-2020

ROCHESTER 2019-20 MEN’S BASKETBALL

2018 USCAA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

Head women’s basketball coach Brent Wichtner and head men’s basketball coach Klint Pleasant unveil the 2018 USCAA National Championship banners inside the Garth Pleasant Arena during Midnight Madness on September 27.

About the NAIA The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, is the governing body for all athletic programs in more than 260 colleges and universities throughout the United States and Canada. The long-held mission of the NAIA is to promote the education and development of well-rounded students and productive citizens through intercollegiate athletics. The Association offers equitable access and opportunities for participation in its 25 national championship events held annually throughout the country.

Today, the NAIA strengthens its commitment to student-athletes and strives to enrich their college experience by supporting academic achievement and character development. NAIA Champions of Character is the association’s innovative flagship program designed to instill character values in student-athletes, coaches and youth in the community it serves. To learn more visit, www.NAIA.org.

About the WHAC The Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference formed in 1992 and is made up of college’s and universities from Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Aquinas College, Cleary University, Concordia University, Cornerstone University, Indiana Technological Institute, Lawrence Technological University, Lourdes University, Madonna University, Rochester University, Siena Heights University, The University of Michigan Dearborn and The University of Northwest Ohio all proudly represent the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference in 24 sponsored sports. Mr. Rob Miller currently serves as the WHAC commissioner. To learn more visit, www.WHAC.net.

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Friends, On behalf of Rochester University and its athletic department, I want to thank you for your support and your interest in our program. With this guide, we welcome you inside of RU athletics for the 2019-2020 academic year. We are very proud of our student athletes and our coaches, including our national champion women’s and men’s basketball teams, and we are excited about the seasons ahead. The Rochester University Warriors have a storied history and an exciting future ahead of them in the competitive arena, in the classroom, in public service, and beyond. We invite you to join the Rochester University community by attending our sporting events, visiting our beautiful campus, and getting better acquainted with our institution. Go Warriors!

Sincerely,

Brian Stogner, Ph.D.

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VARSITY SCHEDULE

DATE

TIME

OPPONENT

LOCATION

Oct. 11

5:00 PM

Lambton College, Canada

Garth Pleasant Arena

Oct. 16

6:00 PM

University of Windsor

Garth Pleasant Arena

Oct. 24

7:00 PM

Oakland University

Oakland University

Oct. 26

3:00 PM

Ohio Christian University

Garth Pleasant Arena

Oct. 30

7:00 PM

Spring Arbor University

Garth Pleasant Arena

Nov. 2

3:00 PM

Lake Superior State University

Lake Superior State University

Nov. 7

7:00 PM

Graceland University

Garth Pleasant Arena

Nov. 16

3:00 PM

University of Northwestern Ohio*

University of Northwestern Ohio

Nov. 20

7:00 PM

Indiana Institute of Technology*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Nov. 23

3:00 PM

University of Michigan–Dearborn*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Nov. 26

7:30 PM

Madonna University*

Madonna University

Dec. 4

8:00 PM

Concordia University*

Concordia University

Dec. 9

5:00 PM

Indiana University–East

Indiana University–East

Dec. 14

6:00 PM

Aquinas College*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Dec. 18

TBA

University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez

Puerto Rico

Dec. 19

3:00 PM

Interamericana University

Puerto Rico

Dec. 31

1:00 PM

Sault College

Garth Pleasant Arena

Jan. 4

3:00 PM

Cornerstone University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Jan. 8

8:00 PM

Lawrence Technological University*

Lawrence Technological University

Jan. 11

3:00 PM

Lourdes University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Jan. 15

7:00 PM

Siena Heights University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Jan. 18

3:00 PM

University of Northwestern Ohio*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Jan. 22

8:00 PM

Indiana Institute of Technology*

Indiana Institute of Technology

Jan. 29

7:30 PM

University of Michigan–Dearborn*

University of Michigan–Dearborn

Feb. 1

3:00 PM

Aquinas College*

Aquinas College

Feb. 5

7:00 PM

Concordia University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Feb. 8

3:00 PM

Cornerstone University*

Cornerstone University

Feb. 12

7:00 PM

Madonna University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

Feb. 15

3:00 PM

Lourdes University*

Lourdes University

Feb. 17

7:00 PM

Finlandia University

Garth Pleasant Arena

Feb. 19

8:00 PM

Siena Heights University*

Siena Heights University

Feb. 22

3:00 PM

Lawrence Technological University*

Garth Pleasant Arena

*WOLVERINE–HOOSIER ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GAMES

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VARSITY ROSTER

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NAME

YEAR

POSITION HEIGHT WEIGHT HOMETOWN

PREVIOUS SCHOOL

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Federico Gallinari

SO

F

6-7

205

Milano, Italy

Sunrise Christian Academy

1

Andre Johnson

JR

G

6-0

180

New Baltimore, MI

Henry Ford Community College

2

Brendan Fleming

JR

G

5-9

175

Davison, MI

Davison High School

3

Logan Eling

SO

G

6-0

175

McBain, MI

McBain High School

5

Cannon Campbell

JR

G

6-1

175

Clarksville, TN

Rossview High School

10

Bralin Toney

FR

G

5-10

148

River Rouge, MI

River Rouge High School

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Noah Holly

SO

G

6-7

180

Waterford, MI

Waterford Kettering High School

12

James Ballard Jr

JR

G/F

6-5

202

Suisun, CA

Vanden High School

15

Charles Anderson-Louie FR

G

6-3

195

Detroit, MI

Warren Woods Tower High School

20

Abdou Gueye

JR

G/F

6-5

180

Dakar, Senegal

LA Southwest High School

21

Peter Agba

SR

F

6-5

210

Owerri, Nigeria

University of Akron

22

Cap Wilson

SR

G

6-6

180

Davison, MI

Goodrich High School

23

Andrew Kline

JR

G

6-5

185

Clarkston, MI

Lady of the Lakes High School

24

Denton Smith

FR

G

6-3

170

Clarkston, MI

Clarkston High School

30

Cole Powell

JR

G

6-4

195

McBain, MI

Mid-Michigan High School

32

Andrew Francis

SR

G/F

6-4

225

Beirut, Lebanon

Notre Dame High School

33

Aldrin Dongmo Kenfack SO

C

7-1

177

Douala, Cameroon

34

Armand Cartwright

SR

G

6-1

170

Bloomfield, MI

Bloomfield High School

42

Brad Miller

SO

C

6-8

200

Auburn Hills, MI

Oakland Christian School

Head Coach: Dr. Klint Pleasant Assistant Coaches: Quin Rice, Scott Samuels, Evan Green Special Assistant Coach: George Beaudoin

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REMEMBERING TRAVIS BASS

TRAVIS BASS 1972 – 2011

Travis Bass was a dear friend of head basketball coach Klint Pleasant.

They were teammates together on the football team at Abilene Christian University from 1994-1996. They remained extremely close after their college days and were major influences in each other’s lives. Due to the close relationship, Travis ended up becoming one of RU basketball’s biggest fans and supporters. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2007 and fought hard for four years before passing away due to complications from the disease in May 2011. Coach Pleasant traveled to Seattle, several times during Travis’ fight with ALS and then assisted with his eulogy.

Travis was a special individual and one of the most talented persons Coach Pleasant has ever known. Travis owned real estate, car lots and mini storages, and was an accountant by trade. He also developed and sold his own BBQ sauce and had a BBQ catering business. Later in his life, he decided to study and practice law and graduated from the University of Idaho with a law degree. He wanted to fight for people that needed help and always envisioned doing most of his work pro bono. He loved life and he loved people, and he never seemed to meet a stranger.

Travis would take off from work for weeks and sometimes months at a time during the basketball season to watch Pleasant as he coached at Wayne State University, University of Tennessee-Martin, Kent State University, Abilene Christian University, and of course, Rochester University.

Travis and Coach Pleasant shared an incredible bond. They traveled all across the country together and not a day went by, until Travis was too weak to do so, that they did not talk. Most importantly, Travis was a man of deep faith. Coach Pleasant cites his relationship with Travis in college as one of the key influences that helped him in his own faith journey.

Coach Pleasant remains in contact with Travis’ parents (Randy and Sheila) and his wife (Kim) and children (Hannah, Savannah and Tristin). Travis loved RU Basketball, and his life and memory were honored all throughout the 2011-12 season as Pleasant’s team wore a “TB” patch on their uniforms.

Coach Pleasant has now started an annual “Travis Bass Classic” to honor his friend. The classic features the RU men’s and women’s basketball teams playing multiple games every year with the goal of raising money that goes toward ALS research.

The Local ALS chapter supports the classic and are present during the games.

“There is no way to put into words how important my relationship with Travis was and still is to me. He was my hero and my mentor, but most of all he was my dear friend. Not a day goes by that I do not think about him and the incredible influence he had on my life. He was there on my best day (the day my wife Rachel said, “I do”) and he was there on my worst day (the day the doctors told me that Rachel would probably die of brain cancer). I often find myself both sad and angry because he’s gone…but then I remind myself, to have a friend like Travis for just one day was one of the great blessings of my life.”

—Coach Pleasant

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KLINT PLEASANT, Ed.D. Head Coach 9th Season • RU Coaching Record 191-71

Rochester University is a very familiar place for Head Men’s Basketball Coach Klint Pleasant. Pleasant took the reigns from his father and long-time RU basketball coach, Garth Pleasant, after assisting him for four seasons.

Coach Pleasant has enjoyed much success early in his RU head-coaching career as the Warriors have a record of 191-71 during his nine seasons.

(Overall head coaching record of 224-119) The 2017-18 season amounted to great success as Pleasant led Rochester to their seventh straight 20plus win season, registering 21 wins. The season also marked the first the Warriors would competed as a member of the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic PERSONAL Conference (WHAC). Pleasant would lead the Warriors to an appearance in the WHAC Tournament Championship game. After knocking off Aquinas Resides: Rochester Hills, MI College and Indiana Tech (Ranked #3 in the NAIA National Polls) the Warriors would lose an overtime heartbreaker in the WHAC Tournament Hometown: Lake Orion, MI Final. To conclude the season, the Warriors traveled to the USCAA National Tournament in Pennsylvania. After beating Illinois Tech, the Warriors would High School: Waterford Kettering High School go on to beat Florida National University, in the Semi-Final game. In the season’s final game, the Warriors would knock off Oakwood University, College: Lipscomb University 80-61, to claim their 4th USCAA National Championship overall and 2nd under Pleasant. During the 2017-18 season, Pleasant surpassed the 200 Family: Wife: Rachel win plateau as a head coach as they defeated NCAA II Saginaw Valley State Daughters: Abigail & Julia University.

In his first season (2011-12), he led the Warriors to a 26-win season, and COACHING CAREER a runner-up finish at the USCAA National Tournament. Pleasant built off 1996-1997 his first-season’s success and took RU basketball on a historic run. In the Student Assistant school’s first full year as a member of the NAIA, Pleasant led the Warriors Lipscomb University to a 30-win season, USCAA National Championship, and a win over NCAA 1997-1998 Division I foe Eastern Illinois University. Additionally, he led the school to Graduate Assistant its first-ever berth in the NAIA National Tournament, first top 10 NAIA Wayne State University national ranking, and coached the first two NAIA All-Americans in the 1998-2000 school’s history in Dramell Hogan and Drew Maynard. Maynard and Hogan Assistant Coach also represented the Warriors on the USCAA All-American team. In 2013 University of TN-Martin 2014, Pleasant led the Warriors to a 25-8 record reaching the USCAA 2000-2002 National Tournament once again. RU began the season ranked #25 in NAIA Assistant Coach preseason top 25 poll for the first time in school history. The Warriors Kent State University finished the regular season ranked third in the USCAA and second in the 2002-2005 A.I.I. conference, qualifying for the A.I.I. conference tournament for the Head Coach second year in a row. 2014-2015 was no different, as RU recorded a 22-11 Abilene Christian University season and went all the way to the USCAA National Championship game 2006-2010 for the third time in Pleasant’s career. During Coach Pleasant’s tenure, the Assistant Coach Rochester College Warriors have notched 14 USCAA All-Americans. Additionally, five different Warriors have been named to the NAIA All-American team. In 2013 both 2011-Present Head Coach Dramell Hogan and Drew Maynard were named third-team and honorable Rochester University mention NAIA All-Americans, respectively. The NAIA also recognized Stavros Schizas’ play as he was selected as an NAIA honorable mention All-American in 2014. In 2017, Angelo Griffis was named NAIA third-team All-American. Griffis was also the first Warrior to be featured on the Bevo Francis watch list, which names the top small college basketball players not competing in NCAA Division I basketball. This last season, Justin Nafso received NAIA Honorable Mention All-American honors.

Currently, Schizas, Maynard, Griffis, Jaylen Larry, and Jeroen De baat are playing professionally overseas.

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WARRIOR HEAD COACH Pleasant came to RU from NCAA Division II Abilene Christian University where he was the youngest NCAA Division II college coach in the country. At ACU, Pleasant coached the Wildcats to 25 wins in his first two seasons after taking over a program that had won only 13 games in the two previous seasons. Before coaching at ACU, Pleasant was an assistant coach at Kent State University (NCAA Div. I). During the 2001-2002 season, Pleasant helped coach the Golden Flashes to a Mid-American Conference record 30 wins as the team advanced to the NCAA Div. I Tournament’s Elite Eight. The University of Indiana denied them a trip to the Final 4 on a nationally televised game on CBS. Since then, that Kent State team was named the “Mid-American Team of the Decade.”

Pleasant coached and played a major role in developing the team’s center, John Edwards, into an NBA player.

Edwards went on to play for both the Indiana Pacers and the Atlanta Hawks. He also coached power forward, Antonio Gates, who now plays in the NFL and is among the best tight ends in the game. In 2016, Kent State University inducted the entire 2001-02 team, and coaching staff, into the Kent State Athletic Hall of Fame.

Following his only season at Kent State, Pleasant was offered a chance to follow Head Coach Stan Heath to SEC powerhouse University of Arkansas. Pleasant, however, decided to remain at Kent State, only to be offered the head coaching job at ACU three months later. Prior to joining the Kent State program, Pleasant served as an assistant coach at (NCAA Div. I) University of Tennessee-Martin (1999-2001) and (NCAA Div. II) Wayne State University (1998-1999). While at UT- Martin, he helped the Skyhawks qualify for the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament for the first time in school history. During his tenure at WSU, Pleasant helped lead the team to a 25-5 record, a top 5 ranking in the country, a conference championship and an NCAA Division II Sweet Sixteen appearance. Pleasant completed his master’s degree in education in 1999 while coaching at UT-Martin.

Pleasant’s coaching career started at Lipscomb University where he served as a student assistant under late head coach Don Meyer, who was the fastest coach to reach 700 victories in the history of college basketball.

Before his coaching career, Pleasant played football for Abilene Christian University (NCAA Div. II) under Head Coach Bob Strader in 1994. He graduated college from Lipscomb University in 1998. As a prep, Pleasant attended Waterford Kettering High School in Waterford, Mich., and played football for legendary high school football coach Mike Berry. He was a unanimous first team all-conference selection in football and was his team’s co-captain on the baseball, basketball and football teams. His 48 pass receptions in his senior year put him among the top five in the state of Michigan.

Pleasant’s roots are planted deeply in Rochester University’s soil as his grandfather Lucien Palmer was a founding father. Dr. Palmer served as the first academic dean of the College and later served as president for eight years. His father, Garth Pleasant, served at Rochester University for nearly 40 years as the men’s basketball coach, athletic director, and as a member of the faculty.

Pleasant also serves as the Senior Vice President of Athletics and Special Assistant to the President. The athletic department has seen the addition of eleven sports since Pleasant was given oversight of the Athletic Department. In 2015-2016 RU won the USCAA Director’s Cup with a first place finish. This is awarded to the most successful overall athletic department within the USCAA. On several occasions, RU has been named an NAIA Champions of Character Five Star Institution including its first ever Gold Level recognition for the 2017-18 year. Pleasant was honored as the A.I.I. Conference 2012 NAIA Coach of Character which is given to one coach in the Association of Independent Institutions conference every year that displays the NAIA five core values: integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship and servant leadership. In 2015-2016 Pleasant was also named the USCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Coach of the year. And in 2016-17, he was named the A.I.I Conference Coach of the Year.

Pleasant spent eight years as the Vice President over Enrollment, increasing new student enrollment each year, including the largest incoming class in the school’s 58-year history enrolled in the fall of 2017. In September of 2019 Pleasant earned a Doctor of Education degree from Lipscomb University.

The Pleasant family experienced some personal struggles after moving back to Rochester Hills as Rachel survived a brain tumor and several surgeries. Rachel and Klint frequently travel to various places as they speak about their incredible journey. Klint also speaks on a regular basis throughout the region. Pleasant resides in Rochester Hills with his wife Rachel (Stevens) and two daughters Abigail, who will be turning 15 years old on January 1 and Julia, who will turn 10 this November.

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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT COACH PLEASANT TIM BUCKLEY

STAN HEATH

JIM CHRISTIAN

ANDY KATZ

College Scout, Minnesota Timberwolves “Klint is one of the rising stars in the coaching profession. He has worked with and been mentored by some of the game’s best coaches. He played a big part in the record-breaking season the Kent State basketball team enjoyed in 2001-02.

I expect RU to have a great program!”

Head Coach, Boston College “In Klint Pleasant, RU hired a great coach and a person who will have a positive impact on the community. Klint is a tremendous teacher of the game and has an unbelievable passion for the game. I know he will do a tremendous job for RC for years to come.”

JOHN EDWARDS

Retired NBA Player Indiana Pacers & Atlanta Hawks “Coach Pleasant helped me immensely in gaining the initial confidence in myself and helping me become the player I am today. He saw something in me and kept me working towards my goals. He was always there to talk to, or get extra work or film study. From a player’s perspective he is everything you could ask for in a coach.”

JOHN HAMMOND

General Manager, Orlando Magic “Klint Pleasant is one of the bright young coaches in the country. Not only is he a bright coach, he also is a man of outstanding character and determination. You can’t find a better Christian leader or basketball coach than Klint.”

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Head Coach, Lakeland Magic • NBA G League “RU has found a truly outstanding young basketball coach in Klint Pleasant. His passion and knowledge of the game will bring a lot of success to the Warrior program. With his history of success, there’s no question Rochester University hired the right guy.”

College Basketball Analyst, Big Ten Network “Klint Pleasant should have a major impact at NAIA level after being an integral part of an Elite Eight team at Kent State. Pleasant deserves a fair share of the credit (for that season), and that should translate well for his program at Rochester University.”

DON MEYER (1944-2014)

Head Coach Emeritus, Northern State University “Coach Pleasant worked in our program at Lipscomb University. I thought he would be a great coach then, and now after watching him teach his team in practices I know I was right. His teams will always play hard, play smart, play together and have fun.”

KEVIN O’NEILL

Former NBA Head Coach “Klint Pleasant is someone who will be successful as a head coach. He knows how to coach, how to recruit and how to be a leader. He will be a success at Rochester University.”

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WARRIOR COACHING STAFF

QUIN RICE

Assistant Coach 1st Season Entering his first season, Rice was added to the RU men’s basketball staff in April of 2019. Rice most recently served as a Graduate Assistant at Central Michigan University under 2008 AP Division I National Coach of the Year Keno Davis. While at Central Michigan, the Chippewas recorded back-to-back 20-win seasons for the first time since 1965-67. While at CMU, Rice was responsible for advanced scouting, along with aiding in the day-to-day operations of the program.

Prior to joining the Chippewas, Rice was a Student Assistant and Basketball Operations Coordinator for the Ferris State men’s basketball program, under 2018 National Champion and National Coach of Year Andy Bronkema. While working for Ferris’s team, Rice was part of back-to-back GLIAC tournament championships, a Sweet Sixteen berth in 2016, and a GLIAC regular season championship in 2017. The 2016-17 Ferris State team also won a then school record 28 games.

The Marcellus, Michigan native graduated with a master’s degree in Sports Administration from Central Michigan in 2019 and received his undergraduate bachelor’s degree from Ferris State in 2017.

COACH PLEASANT’S THOUGHTS ON COACH RICE: “Coach Rice moved our program forward after just one week of being here. He possesses a great basketball mind and works as hard as anyone I’ve been around in the coaching profession in the last 20 years. He has learned from great coaches and is full of good ideas. Most importantly, Quin is a man of deep integrity and will do a great job reflecting our core values to the young men in our program. He is hard on the recruiting trail while also invests equal energy to our current players and duties on campus. He has been a breath of fresh air and we’re thrilled to have him as part of the Rochester University basketball family.”

PERSONAL Resides: Rochester Hills, MI Hometown: Marcellus, MI High School: Marcellus High School College: Ferris State University Central Michigan University (MA)

SCOTT SAMUELS Assistant Coach 9th Season

Coach Samuels is no stranger to Rochester as he grew up in Clawson. His family have been longtime supporters of the college dating back to the school’s early years.

Samuels began his service at Rochester College in 2002 as he brought his strong business background to the classroom as a faculty member in the School of Business and Professional Studies. His success in leading an employee fundraising campaign for the Athletic Center and his desire to work with prospective students led him out of the classroom and into administration.

Samuels brings a wealth of experience to Rochester University as he spent 14 years in banking and investment. In addition to his responsibilities in banking, he also spent time as a personal financial adviser for professional athletes. Scott helped coach the RU men’s basketball team in 2004 and 2005 when the team won back-to-back national championships. He graduated from Oklahoma Christian University in 1986 and went on to complete a Masters of Finance from Walsh College in 1996.

In addition to his work in our basketball program, Samuels serves as a Vice President for RU. He oversees admissions and marketing departments. Scott is married to Christie (Powers) and they have one son, Jacob Scott Samuels.

COACH PLEASANT’S THOUGHTS ON COACH SAMUELS: “Coach Samuels plays a vital role within our basketball program. I lean on him as a trusted friend and coach. He mentors players, assists with study hall, and works hard in practices and in games. His input is spot on, and his presence makes our program better. I can’t think of anyone that is more selfless and cares more about RU basketball than Coach Samuels. He puts in untold hours to make our program better and is a huge part of our success. In addition, he is truly a special friend.”

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PERSONAL Resides: Oxford, MI Hometown: Clawson, MI High School: Clawson High School College: Oklahoma Christian University (BS) Walsh College (MSF) Family: Wife: Christie Son: Jacob

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EVAN GREEN Assistant Coach 5th Season

Coach Green is a 5th year assistant with the men’s basketball program but is very familiar with Rochester University basketball. During his time at Rochester University as a student, he worked within the athletic department assisting former men’s basketball coach Garth Pleasant. Later on, Green would also join the Lake Norcentra Basketball Camp staff helping facilitate basketball activities.

Greem is also the Director of Intercultural and Spiritual Life on campus.

Prior to joining Rochester University as a staff member, Green worked at Reach Academy in Roseville, Michigan as a paraprofessional and the middle school boys and girls basketball coach.

In addition to Green’s employment at Rochester University, he serves as associate pastor at his local congregation. He has over 10 years of administrative and pastoral ministry experience. He lives in Rochester, Michigan.

COACH PLEASANT’S THOUGHTS ON COACH GREEN: ”I am thrilled to welcome Coach Green into our program. He embodies every facet of our school’s mission and has energy that’s contagious. I have enjoyed getting to know him over the past four years and have been extremely impressed with his work ethic and attitude. Coach Green is an alumnus of RU and has a great deal of pride in both this institution and our basketball program. He is very talented and possesses a skill set that will help our program, and specifically the young men in our program. I am looking forward to working with Coach Green again this year, and I consider him a trusted friend.”

PERSONAL Resides: Rochester, MI Hometown: Rockford, IL High School: Oak Park High School College: Cornerstone University (BS)

GEORGE BEAUDOIN Special Assistant Coach 38th Season

If the game situation calls for it, Beaudoin can be seen leaning out, offering his glasses to referees as they run down the floor. If his voice goes out, he starts waving a towel. He is a master motivator. Beaudoin’s connection to the basketball program began during the ‘83-‘84 season, and continued as his son, Dan, played on Rochester’s 1988 squad on his way to becoming College valedictorian. Beaudoin, who retired as Lieutenant from the Madison Heights Fire Department in 1996, and his wife, Mary Ellen, are the parents of two other children and the grandparents of four.

COACH PLEASANT’S THOUGHTS ON COACH GEORGE: “Coach George has been a part of our program since 1984, and is one of the finest individuals I have ever been around. He is a servant leader and will do anything for anyone. I think next to my father there is no one who has given as much to RU basketball than Coach George. He is an encourager and a motivator. Our guys love being around him and his presence in practice and at games is invaluable. I was so excited to hear that he was still going to remain a part of the staff after my Dad retired. I can’t imagine RU basketball without Coach George.”

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PRESEASON OUTLOOK UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

PROGRAM HISTORY

Location...................................................Rochester Hills, MI

First Year of Basketball...........................................1959-60

Founded............................................................................ 1959

All-Time Record.........................................................883-450

Enrollment....................................................................... 1,098

National Championships.................................................... 6

Nickname....................................................................Warriors

COACHING STAFF

School Colors.................................. Crimson, White, Black

Head Coach .............................................Dr. Klint Pleasant

Arena................................................... Garth Pleasant Arena

Alma Mater, Year..................................... .Lipscomb, 2019

Capacity............................................................................ 1,000

Record at RU (Seasons) ......................................191-71 (8)

Affiliation.....................................................................NAIA DII

Office Phone................................................... 248-218-2058

Conference.................................................................... WHAC

Email ......................................................... kpleasant@rc.edu

President................................................... Dr. Brian Stogner

Assistant Coaches.......................................Scott Samuels,

Athletic Director..................................... Dr. Klint Pleasant

Evan Green, Quin Rice

Athletic Department Phone......................248-218-2181

Special Assistant....................................George Beaudoin

Athletic Website......................RochesterUWarriors.com

TEAM INFORMATION

University Website................................... RochesterU.edu

2018-19 Overall Record...............................................16-15 Starters Returning/Lost................................................... 3/0

KEY RETURNERS

Armand Cartwright • Cap Wilson • Peter Agba • Andrew Kline • Cannon Campbell

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KEY ADDITIONS

Bralin Toney

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Aldrin Dongmo Kenfack

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Abdou Gueye

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PETER AGBA

6’ 5” • 210 Senior Forward • Owerri, Nigeria University of Akron

CAREER AVERAGES Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2017-18 RU 36 55.2 0.0 68.6 1.8 3.6 5.4 0.5 0.4 0.4 1.3 8.4 2018-19 RU 31 57.4 0.0 70.8 2.5 4.0 6.5 0.3 0.7 0.5 1.3 9.7 Total 67 56.3 0.0 69.8 2.1 3.8 5.9 0.4 0.6 0.4 1.3 9.0 COACH PLEASANT ON AGBA: “Peter has enjoyed a great career up to this point here at RU. His voice is always met with respect from the rest of the team and his effort on both ends of the floor serves as an example for the young players below him. He is one of a handful of players who has served a major role in each of our seasons in the WHAC. Using his strength and very good fundamentals, Peter has become one of our better low post players in recent years, and has become a core piece in our program throughout his time at RU. After spending a year playing at the University of Akron, he has now made RU his home the past three years and has truly embraced the culture and expectations that we set for each of our players. Peter cares deeply for the success of our team and program and that will only grow as he enters his final season here.”

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CAP WILSON 6’ 6” • 180 Senior Guard • Davison, MI Goodrich High School

CAREER AVERAGES Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2016-17 RU 30 45.9 39.8 65.0 1.0 2.6 3.7 0.7 0.6 0.1 0.8 7.9 2017-18 RU 36 40.6 35.4 59.5 0.8 2.3 3.1 0.6 0.4 0.1 0.8 7.9 2018-19 RU 24 41.3 38.0 76.5 0.5 1.8 2.3 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.6 5.3 Total 90 42.6 37.4 64.6 0.8 2.3 3.1 0.6 0.5 0.1 0.7 7.2 COACH PLEASANT ON WILSON: “From the minute Cap played his first game at RU, he had an impactful role on the team. Cap has enjoyed a great career thus far. He is one of the best undersize post defenders I’ve seen and can really shoot the ball. Cap has also grown a lot as a person, gaining leadership within the program each year and assuming more and more responsibility for mentoring the younger players. Cap is one of the most genuine players I’ve had the privilege to coach. I can’t wait for him to serve a major role on this year’s team and continue to add to his successful career here at RU.”

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6’ 4” • 225 Senior Guard/Forward • Beirut, Lebanon Notre Dame High School

CAREER TOTALS Year Team GP FG Pct 3P Pct FT 2018-19 RU 4 3-4 75.0 0-0 0.0 2-2

Pct PTS 100.0 8.00 COACH PLEASANT ON FRANCIS: “Andy has been plagued with injuries but possesses a great skill set. He is a big guard that both shoots it well and can get to the rim. He has been great for our culture and is a very hard worker. Andy is a great student and works hard off the court as well. He will go on to do great things after he leaves RU.”

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CAREER AVERAGES Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2016-17 RU 32 60.2 42.4 68.9 0.7 2.6 3.2 2.2 0.9 0.1 1.3 10.8 2017-18 RU 36 46.0 38.8 72.2 0.9 1.9 2.8 2.4 1.1 0.1 1.5 12.4 2018-19 RU 31 44.8 40.0 85.9 0.7 2.4 3.1 2.8 0.7 0.1 1.8 16.2 Total 99 48.7 40.0 76.0 0.8 2.3 3.0 2.5 0.9 0.1 1.5 13.1 COACH PLEASANT ON CARTWRIGHT: “Armand is a natural born leader on and off the floor.

He comes into this season with high expectations after receiving an All-WHAC first team selection last season.

Armand is extremely mature and is humble and is in a small group of players that I think of when I think of what it truly means to be a Warrior and fully embrace the culture of this school and this program. Armand has grown from a role player to now one of the best players in the conference. Whatever his next step is, he will be a very valuable member of any organization.

We will lean on him all year.”

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Sunrise Christian Academy COACH PLEASANT ON GALLINARI: “Fed is coming off a very productive first year playing for RU. He has proven he is an elite shooter with a load of basketball experience. His size and ability to knock down shots will surely help us this year and going forward. He plays multiple positions and has a motor night in and out”

5’9” • 175

COACH PLEASANT ON FLEMING: “Brendan has completely bought into the RU men’s basketball culture. On the floor, he plays the hardest of anyone on our team, serving as a tireless defender and a good shooter. He is constantly brought up among other players as one of the best teammates on the roster and a major piece to culture and spirit of this team. We will lean on his motor and team attitude.”

CAREER AVERAGES Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2017-18 RU 14 14.3 20.0 50.0 0.1 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.1 0.0 0.1 0.4 2018-19 RU 9 26.7 27.3 100.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.3 1.4 Total 23 22.7 25.0 62.5 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.0 0.2 0.8

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COACH PLEASANT ON ELING: “Logan had a very good first year playing. Logan’s speed gives him an advantage on defense and coupled with his range out past the 3-point arc makes him a dangerous offensive threat. He’s in great physical shape and has a winning attitude. We look forward to Logan continuing to play a major role in our team moving forward.”

COACH PLEASANT ON CAMPBELL: “Cannon is a coach’s son who embraces steadiness on both ends of the floor. He is an elite defender and a great game manager offensively, always minimizing turnovers and mistakes. He has transformed his body throughout his career and this new strength will only help him on both ends of the floor. We will look to him to be a leader.”

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Year Team GP FG Pct 3P Pct FT Pct PTS 2018-19 RU 30 34-96 35.4 18-64 28.1 6-6 100.0 92.00

Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2017-18 RU 34 49.3 26.1 50.0 0.4 2.0 2.4 1.5 1.0 0.0 1.1 2.7 2018-19 RU 24 37.8 32.0 70.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 0.7 2.0 Total 58 44.7 29.2 54.2 0.4 1.6 2.0 1.3 0.8 0.0 0.9 2.4

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COACH PLEASANT ON HOLLY: “Noah is another sophomore who played a role on last year’s team. He is arguably the best athlete on the team. His length and coordination allow him to guard multiple positions, making him valuable on both ends of the floor. He shoots well and has a knack for both rebounding and altering shots. We look forward to continuing to use Noah’s God-given abilities and skill to our advantage.”

CAREER TOTAL Year Team GP FG Pct 3P Pct FT Pct 2018-19 RU 326 18-49 36.7 10-23 43.5 2-7 28.6

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6’5” • 185 Junior • Guard Clarkston, MI Lady of the Lakes High School

COACH PLEASANT ON KLINE: “I can’t even begin to tell you how excited we are to have Andrew back for this upcoming season. Andrew sat out all last season due to a hip injury. He will serve a big-time role on this year’s team after starting his career as the 2017 WHAC Freshman of the Year. Drew has the ability to score at different levels and is a good passer and improved defender. We look forward to Drew being another offensive option, as well as a leader on the team.”

CAREER AVERAGES Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF REB AST STL BLK TO PTS 2016-17 RU 32 37.5 29.0 50.0 0.5 2.5 3.0 1.4 0.8 0.3 0.9 3.7 2017-18 RU 36 41.7 33.8 66.0 0.5 3.3 3.8 2.0 1.0 0.4 1.2 7.7 Total 68 40.2 32.3 63.5 0.5 2.9 3.4 1.7 0.9 0.4 1.0 5.8

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COACH PLEASANT ON JOHNSON: “We are very excited about the addition of another scoring option to our team. AJ is coming off a great stint at Henry Ford Community College where he proved his ability to score at multiple levels. AJ, during his two years, averaged 11.5 and 8.9 points per game at Henry Ford, along with shooting 43% from the field for his career and averaged over 4.0 rebounds for his career. He has the ability to be a great offensive addition and we are very excited for what his two years at RU hold.”

Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% ORB DRB TRB AST STL BLK TO PPG 2017-18 HFCC 29 43.9 36.8 73.8 1.1 3.6 4.7 3.7 0.9 0.1 2.7 11.5 2018-19 HFCC 30 42.7 36.2 72.3 0.8 3.2 4.0 2.4 0.8 0.2 1.4 8.9

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COACH PLEASANT ON TONEY: “Despite Bralin only being on campus for a few weeks, we are already excited for his future as a Warrior. Bralin is one of the winningest players in Michigan history, going to three straight MHSAA Class B/Division 2 Final Fours with River Rouge. Bralin averaged 11.4 points, 9 assists, and 3 steals a game at River Rouge and is always a positive voice in the gym. We are so excited for what the future brings for Bralin.”

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COACH PLEASANT ON BALLARD: “Jimmy was brought up late last season from the JV and is a guy worthy of excitement. Jimmy has a great amount of talent and athleticism that we will look to use to our advantage in the years to come.”

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COACH PLEASANT ON ANDERSON-LOUIE: “Charles comes to us after a great 4-year prep career at Warren Woods Tower. He is a big strong guard who was a four-time all-conference player. He was part of a MAC Gold Conference Championship team his final year at Warren Woods. He is a guy we are very excited to have be a part of the future of RU men’s basketball.”

Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% ORB DRB TRB AST STL BLK TO PPG 2018-19 WWTHS 22 41.1 30.0 71.0 3.0 7.0 10.0 5.3 2.0 1.0 2.1 13.6

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COACH PLEASANT ON GUEYE: “Abdou comes to us from Senegal via two years of junior college experience. Abdou averaged 13.4 points per game last season at Los Angeles Southwest, along with 6.2 rebounds and shooting over 40% from the field and behind the 3-point arc. Abdou plays extremely hard and has the ability to be a major factor for us on both ends of the floor this year.”

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COACH PLEASANT ON SMITH: “Denton joins our team as a walk on after playing for one of the top programs in Michigan high school at Clarkston. Denton enjoyed a prep career where he was recognized as a tireless defender and a knockdown shooter. We are very much looking forward to seeing the impact Denton will have on our program for years to come.”

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2019-20 VARSITY COLE POWELL

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COACH PLEASANT ON POWELL: “Cole comes to us after playing two seasons at Mid-Michigan Community College where he was a major part of that program.

Cole is a big guard who is always playing hard and very good at rebounding from the guard position, averaging 6.6 rebounds a game last year to go along with his 6.8 points. He’s a very good shooter from behind the arc and always plays with a motor.

Cole grew up playing with Logan, so there was already chemistry built into our program before he ever stepped on campus.”

Year Team GP FG% 3P% FT% ORB DRB TRB AST STL BLK TO PPG 2016-17 MMCC 27 49.7 8.3 54.9 3.1 2.9 6.0 0.6 0.8 0.4 0.9 7.1 2018-19 MMCC 25 38.0 31.1, 68.4 1.5 5.1 6.6 0.9 0.3 0.2 1.2 6.8

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COACH PLEASANT ON ALDRIN: “Aldrin comes to use from Douala, Cameroon by way of the NBA Academy in Dakar, Senegal. At 7’1”, Aldrin adds height that is very difficult to find at any level. Having someone with his length at the back of our defense, will only help us in the years to come. Aldrin has already made great improvement since arriving here and we look forward to seeing how high his ceiling can go.”

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COACH PLEASANT ON MILLER: “Brad is another player who was brought up from the JV program late last season. Brad adds size and strength to our team and is a very good teammate. I’m very excited to see what kind of impact Brad can have here in his first full season on the varsity team.”

CAREER TOTAL Year Team GP FG 2018-19 RU 5 3-4

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2019-20 VARSITY WESLEY CANSLER TEAM IMPACT Age: 5 Hometown: Hazel Park, MI Parents: Matt & Cathryne Brother: Nicholas COACH PLEASANT ON CANSLER: “Wesley is the toughest player on our team. He has taught us how to persevere, and how to be grateful, and how to endure lots of hard things with graciousness and poise. His scholarship papers were, by far, the most gratifying to sign.”

WINGED WARRIOR The Rochester University “Winged Warrior” serves as the visual identity for all Rochester University competitive sports and teams, representing spirit, strength, boldness and achievement. The Warrior’s open wings symbolize the University and students ascending to attain their goals, “opening up” to the world.

The Warrior’s strong confident stance embodies the determined spirit of the University.

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Wesley Cansler signs with Rochester University men’s basketball By: Jacob Herbert | C&G Newspapers | Published September 25, 2018 ROCHESTER HILLS — Inside an athletic complex packed with family, friends, coaches, media members and players, 5-yearold Wesley Cansler, of Hazel Park, put pen to paper Sept. 18, signing his letter of intent and officially becoming the newest member of the Rochester College men’s basketball team.

By far the youngest member of the team, Wesley became a Warrior through a partnership between the college and Team IMPACT, a nonprofit headquartered in Boston that matches children facing serious or chronic illnesses with local teams.

Since 2011, Team IMPACT has matched nearly 1,600 children with more than 500 colleges and universities in 48 states.

Since birth, Wesley has been battling a rare genetic disorder called WAGR syndrome. According to his mother, Cathryne Cansler, babies born with WAGR syndrome often have eye problems, are at high risk for developing certain types of cancer and have a range of developmental delays.

“As a family, we have fought for him and with him every step of the way,” Cansler said. “From appointments to surgeries and even chemotherapy, we have been in his corner rooting him on. We are honored to now say we have Rochester College in our corner as Wesley becomes a Warrior. We hope that this experience will leave as much of an everlasting impression on you as we hope it will us.”

Wesley didn’t crawl until he was 15 months old. He was diagnosed with cancer at 17 months and didn’t walk until 25 months. He’s been through 19 rounds of chemotherapy.

You would not have known any of this walking through the doors of Garth Pleasant Arena. Wesley was full of life, smiling, cheering and clapping throughout the night. He even took some time to pass a basketball around with his new teammates.

“He’s always excited and happy, which is motivation for us to see that every morning,” Bloomfield Hills High graduate and Warriors guard Armand Cartwright said.

Cartwright, along with teammates Cannon Campbell, Kash Blackwell, Moses Toriola and Cap Wilson, were tasked with being ambassadors for the college and introducing Wesley and his family to the program.

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“They came here for the first official meeting back in the beginning of the summer,” Campbell said. “He came here with his parents and his brother. It was kind of interesting at first because it’s something completely new. He hasn’t been around us; we haven’t been around him. Before long, he was running around and having a blast. So that was really cool.”

It didn’t take much time for Wesley and the team to become the best of friends. The team spent Wesley’s fifth birthday with him at his house, enjoying cupcakes, playing cornhole and listening to Taylor Swift. All of which are favorites of the newest Warrior.

From there, the relationship grew into what it is today. Wesley has an open invitation to the athletic facilities anytime he wants. He’s invited to attend every practice and team dinner.

He even has his own locker and a seat on the Warriors bench.

“Whenever we’re here, he’s welcome.” coach Klint Pleasant said.

Pleasant, whose father coached the Warriors for 40 years prior to him taking the job, said this relationship is about much more than basketball, and he believes the relationship with Wesley should have a huge impact on his players.

“This is about relationships and truly learning life lessons,” he said. “To be able to do something like this and for them to be able to interact with Wesley and have Wesley interact with us, it’s what we’re all about, and it speaks to the mission of our school. We’re a private Christian school, and so these values and virtues are important to us.”

All parties involved in the relationship say they’re excited for what the upcoming season will bring and the experiences that Wesley and the team will share. Cansler agreed, but added an important thing to consider as things progress.

“With his condition being so rare, this is also helping spread awareness and letting these young men and women know more about this and people like him,” she said, adding that there are less than 500 cases of WAGR syndrome in the world.

To learn more about WAGR syndrome, visit wagr.org.

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NAIA ALL-AMERICANS DRAMELL HOGAN 2013 3rd TEAM

ANGELO GRIFFIS 2017 3rd TEAM

DREW MAYNARD 2013 HONORABLE MENTION

JUSTIN NAFSO 2018 HONORABLE MENTION

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USCAA ALL-AMERICANS HANK WOODMORE 1984

TYLER LEIPPRANDT 2008

GREGG SPRAGGINS 1985

ADRIAN SCHAFFER II 2009, 2010

STEVE BOYD 1986

RICKY DORAN 2011, 2012

WILLIAM “JR” SAYLES 1988

STEPHAN HENNING 2012

ERIC VAUGHN 1990

DRAMELL HOGAN 2012, 2013

KENYATTA BAYLOR 1993

DREW MAYNARD 2013

TY CLARK 1994, 1995, 1997

STAVROS SCHIZAS 2013, 2014

PAUL ROBAK 1998

A.J. BURTON 2013

BOB KOFAHL 1999

PARIS PEREIRA 2014, 2015

PETE MALES 2000

MILTON CRIBBS 2015

MIKE ROBINSON 2001, 2002

NICK TATU 2015

BENNY THERIOT 2002

JUSTIN NAFSO 2016

JD AUSTIN 2003, 2004

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JAYLEN LARRY 2017

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM GENERAL INFORMATION Location:...........................................................................................................................Rochester Hills, Michigan Founded:.................................................................................................................................................................. 1959 Enrollment:............................................................................................................................................................. 1,098 Nickname:......................................................................................................................................................... Warriors Colors:.......................................................................................................................................Crimson, White, Black Affiliation:..................................................................................................................................................NAIA, WHAC

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION President:..........................................................................................................................................Dr. Brian Stogner Director of Athletics:.................................................................................................................... Dr. Klint Pleasant Associate Athletic Director (Compliance):................................................................................ Clayton Bissett Assistant Athletic Director/Senior Women’s Administrator:....................................................Tai Sharpley Athletic Department Phone/Fax:..........................................................................................248.218.2181/2225

COACHING STAFF Head Coach..................................................................................................................................... Dr. Klint Pleasant Assistant Coaches:................................................................................ Quin Rice, Scott Samuels, Evan Green Special Assistant:..........................................................................................................................George Beaudoin Basketball Office Phone:.....................................................................................................................248.218.2139

TEAM INFORMATION 2017-2018 Record:................................................................................................................................................. 16-15 Conference Record:................................................................................................................................................9-11

ATHLETIC TRAINING Athletic Trainer:...........................................................................................................................................Cara Harm Phone:........................................................................................................................................................248.218.2148 Email:.......................................................................................................................................................charm@rc.edu

SPORTS INFORMATION Sports Information Phone/Fax:.............................................................................................248.218.2167/2225 Website:............................................................................................................................ RochesterUWarriors.com Mailing Address:...................................................................800 West Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48307

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VISIT THE RU CAMPUS STORE Show your Warrior pride all year long with our Rochester University collegiate apparel – including t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more. Join your fellow Rochester University students, alumni and Crimson Crazies by sporting the RU Warrior game day gear. With sizes available for men, women, kids and baby, the whole family can cheer on the Warriors in style, every season.

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Lake Norcentra Basketball Camp Positive Approach, Fundamental & Motivational Basketball Camp for boys and girls ages 6–16.

During the past 40 years literally thousands of local young kids have taken part in Lake Norcentra Basketball Camp.

Coach Garth Pleasant’s week-long summer basketball camps are known for more than teaching basketball fundamentals. Coach Pleasant’s emphasis on attitude, respect and giving your best effort not only on the court but in the classroom and at home have benefited many young people and parents.

Daily Schedule

Features & Advantages

• Fundamentals • Motivation & Goal Setting • Attitude • Team Concept • Body Balance • Ball Handling Skills • Dribbling • Passing and Receiving • Defensive Concepts • Offensive Moves • Shooting Techniques • Rebounding Techniques • Daily Games • Total Player Development

• Free camp shirt • Motivational materials • Written individual analysis of each camper • Indoor/outdoor courts • 12-1 counselor/camper ratio • Clinics with films • Daily games • Certificates and ribbons • Camp notebook • Concessions available (drinks, pizza, candy) • Counselor 3-point contest • Awards assembly

Learn more or to register this spring visit:

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