2015-16 Seton Hall Department of Athletics Annual Report by Seton Hall Pirates

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3 Introduction 6 Our Student-Athletes 26 2015-16 Timeline 34 Our Supporters 48 Honor Roll of Donors 57 Our Staff 59 Corporate Partners 60 Promoting The Pirates

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Seton Hall Athletics Vision For Excellence

n accordance with the Mission of Seton Hall University the results and goals of this report are incorporated under our student-athlete centered vision that is focused on four principles:

Compete with honor, sportsmanship and integrity, while assuring our studentathletes reach their full potential and are a source of pride for the Seton Hall University community. By continuing to provide the necessary resources to each and every studentathlete, Seton Hall Athletics will strive to graduate each of our athletes while pushing them towards academic excellence. Through administrative and coaching leadership each team competes for conference and national championships. The Seton Hall Athletics Department, at all times and in all facets of its operation, will exercise fiscal diligence while enhancing the involvement of our supporters to help us achieve our student-athlete centered vision and goals. SETON HALL ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Department of Athletics and Recreational services is to ensure that the intercollegiate athletics and recreational programs represent and reflect the missions and goals of the University. By providing quality opportunities and programs that reflect high academic, moral and athletic standards, Seton Hall University enables all student-athletes to maximize their personal potential. The Department is committed to ethnic, racial, cultural and gender diversity along with attention to inclusion of the physically challenged. By providing challenging recreation opportunities and quality facilities for all members of the Seton Hall community, Athletics and Recreational Services seeks to create a sense of community spirit and pride among all constituents: students, faculty, staff, administrators and alumni.

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Letter From Patrick Lyons Hard work pays off here at Seton Hall. The hard work and extra hours our student-athletes have put in the classroom and in study hall have led to unprecedented honors and awards. Our student-athletes hold a 3.373 cumulative GPA, over 80 percent of them had a 3.0 during the 2015-16 academic year, 28 of our seniors graduated with honors and the NCAA recognized six of our teams for ranking in the top 10 percent in the nation in academic progress. Our student-athletes are serious about their future, and it shows in the effort they put forth each and every day. Hard work leads to championships. Our men’s basketball student-athletes were motivated to show that they were better than what the experts suggested they could accomplish. They worked hard, banded together and delivered a run to the BIG EAST Championship title that captivated the nation and will live in Seton Hall lore for years to come. Our women’s basketball student-athletes saw the same team end their season two years in a row, so they worked hard to get better, and the result was a resounding 28-point win over Rutgers that sparked a run to a second straight NCAA Tournament appearance. Our women’s golf team worked hard to improve scores each and every day, and when it came time to perform under pressure, our student-athletes not only embraced it, they thrived. When no one expected them to win, they won a third straight BIG EAST Championship, this time by 12 strokes. Hard work leads to progress. Our administration is always tasked with enhancing the student-athlete experiences, and we are proud to say that this past year we have opened a new Golf Lab, a renovated softball field and renovated tennis courts. Additionally, by the time you read this letter, we will have completed the renovation of the Richie Regan Recreation & Athletic Center lobby and the installation of our new Hall of Fame. And we will not stop here as we continue to look for ways to give student-athletes, fans and alumni the best possible Seton Hall Athletics experience. Hard work has led to many great accomplishments and moments for the Pirates, many of which you will read in this Annual Report. As a Pirate Blue member, I want you to share in the celebration of these proud accolades and achievements. Without your emotional and financial support, we would not be able to provide our student-athletes nearly as many resources as we can now. So please enjoy reading this book knowing that you played an important role in how we got here. The hard work will continue in 2016-17 as we continue to mentor and develop our student-athletes to be the best that they can be and prepare for life after graduation. We are very excited about the upward trajectory Seton Hall Athletics is on, and we hope that you will continue to support our student-athletes and hope that you will be a presence for them at all of our events. On behalf of our student-athletes, coaches and staff, thank you for your hard work, support and dedication to Seton Hall Athletics.

GO PIRATES! Patrick Lyons Vice President & Director of Athletics & Recreation SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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GARDEN PARTY

Men’s basketball rocks the BIG EAST with its run to the tournament championship.

“You guys have a chance to be a part of the greatness. The greatness of Madison Square Garden.”

hose were the words Seton Hall head coach Kevin Willard gave in his pregame speech to his student-athletes on March 12. A roster constructed of mostly sophomores and freshmen normally would not be expected to compete in the BIG EAST Tournament final; would not be expected to defeat the No. 5 and No. 3 teams in the country in less than 24 hours; would not be expected to become champions of the best basketball conference in the country. But these were no ordinary student-athletes. This was a group that was overshadowed, perhaps disrespected, all season. This was a

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group determined to silence the critics and bring Seton Hall back on the map. And on March 12 at the mecca of college basketball that is Madison Square Garden, the young Pirates did exactly that. After a wildly successful regular season that saw the Pirates’ best finish in the BIG EAST since 1993, The Hall went into the BIG EAST Tournament knowing that it was a likely NCAA Tournament team. But the Pirates did not settle for that, they wanted to earn BIG EAST glory. After a hotly fought quarterfinal win over Creighton, the No. 3 seeded Pirates then matched wits with No. 2 seed and No.

5 ranked Xavier and built a 17-point lead before holding on for an 87-83 victory. On to No. 1 seed, regular season champion and No. 3 nationally ranked Villanova. On Championship Saturday in front of a sold out crowd and many more watching on the FOX Broadcast Network, the Pirates and Wildcats gathered for the final act. In the early going, the Pirates controlled despite sloppy play from both teams. With just over nine minutes left in the first half, Ismael Sanogo had a put-back layup to give the Pirates an eight-point lead, 25-17. Most people probably had no idea that the Pirates were 24-0 when leading by seven points or more at any point of the game. The Pirates built the lead to as much as 14 in the first half as Isaiah Whitehead and Derrick Gordon contributed three-pointers. Momentum was clearly in favor of The Hall, which went into halftime up 40-29. The good feelings continued early in the second

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half back-to-back jumpers from Khadeen Carrington and Whitehead, making it 46-33. But the Wildcats, at one time the No. 1 team in the country during the regular season, had no intentions of going quietly. They proceeded to go on a 14-2 run as the Pirates went cold on offense. The score was 50-50 with 9:21 to play when the championship bout became an old fashioned BIG EAST rock fight. The two teams traded blows; for every Pirates big bucket, Villanova was there with the answer. With under a minute to play, the game was tied 64-64. Villanovaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kris Jenkins used his right shoulder to create space on the perimeter and knock down a tiebreaking three with 50.5 seconds showing on the clock. Whitehead drew a foul down the other end and made one of two free throws to make it a two-point game. Then came the play that not many talk about but perhaps defines the 2015-16 Pirates. On an inbound near halfcourt coming out of a timeout, the relentless Pirates defense suffocated Josh Hart with no one to pass to, creating a five-second violation and a turnover. Then the play that will be remembered in Pirates lore for decades to come: as Carrington dribbled up court, Angel Delgado set a screen in the middle of the paint to create a mismatch for Whitehead, who popped up to the top of the key and dribbled past Villanova big man Daniel Ochefu. Jenkins slid into position to try to take a charge, but Whitehead got in the air with his leaning layup. The ball bounced seven times before swishing through the net for the and-one layup with 18.5 seconds to go. Whitehead, later named the BIG EAST Tournament Most Outstanding Player, sank the free throw and the Pirates were now up one. After two more defensive stops, the celebration was on. The Pirates were BIG EAST Champions and had etched their names into the history books with all the others who became part of the greatness of Madison Square Garden.

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Academic T

he Mission of the Office of Academic Support Services for Student-athletes and the Charles W. Doehler Academic Center for Excellence is to aid in the overall development of the student-athlete from orientation to commencement. We serve our student-athlete community guided by the principles of Catholic education and the standards of excellence set forth by the Division of Student Services, the Department of Athletics, the NCAA and the BIG EAST Conference. We recognize that all students are unique, and therefore we provide a holistic approach to supporting their efforts toward earning a degree from Seton Hall and becoming productive members of their communities. Academic Support Services for Student-athletes embraces the core values of Seton Hall University and her Catholic mission to collectively support the growth of servant leaders and socially conscious and responsive citizens.

The 2015-2016 academic year has been another very successful one for Seton Hall student-athletes. The following provides a detailed list of the academic achievements of student-athletes and teams. • Kathleen Adams (Women’s Swimming & Diving) was the valedictorian for the College of Nursing and earned three awards: Ann Murphy Award, Adult Health Nursing Award and the Community Health Nursing Award • NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Nominees · Emily Hansinger – Women’s Soccer ·C ora Meehan – Women’s Swimming and Diving • Valerie Suto (Softball) was named First Team Academic All-District II by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) • Women’s Tennis earned the 2016 ITA AllAcademic Team Award

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• Women’s Tennis 2016 ITA Scholars · Hannah Liljekvist · Julian Keenan · Isabell Klingert · Katie Kim · Anna Fajnorova • Women’s Volleyball earned the American Volleyball Coaches’ Association Team Academic Award for the 2015-2016 academic year • Baseball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Cross Country, Softball, Women’s Golf, and Women’s Tennis earned national recognition for academic excellence by ranking in the top decile for Academic Progress Rating (APR). This group represents 43% of all Seton Hall athletic teams. • Men’s Golf earned the Golf Coaches’ Association of America 2015-2016 Outstanding Team Academic Award Presented by Farmers Insurance

• Lloyd Jefferson Go and Ryan Snouffer were named Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholars • Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving were named Scholar All-America Teams by the College Swimming Coaches’ Association of America • Women’s Soccer earned the National Soccer Coaches’ Association of America Team Academic Award • Mackenzie Fouse, Cassie Pantelas and Megan Tenhundfeld were named as National Golf Coaches’ Association All-America Scholars • Senior student-athletes graduating with Honors – May 2016: · Summa Cum Laude – 3 · Magna Cum Laude – 13 · Cum Laude – 12 • 203 student-athletes named to the BIG EAST Academic All-Academic Team for the 2015-16 academic year (81% of our student-athletes) • Seton Hall ECAC Scholar Athletes of the Year · Emily Hansinger – Women’s Soccer · Jacob Bast – Men’s Cross Country • BIG EAST Scholar Athlete of the Year Nominees · Emily Hansinger – Women’s Soccer · Zachary Weigel - Baseball · Aleesha Powell – Women’s Basketball

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success • Big East Sport Excellence Awards – 2015-2016 Nominees: · Jacob Bast - Men’s Cross Country · Emily Hansinger - Women’s Soccer · Tessa Fournier - Volleyball · Lloyd Jefferson Go - Men’s Golf (Winner) · Derek Jenkins - Baseball · Hannah Liljekvist - Women’s Tennis · Aleesha Powell - Women’s Basketball · Gabby Signorelli - Women’s Swimming & Diving (Winner) · Julian Spindler - Men’s Soccer · Megan Tenhundfeld - Women’s Golf • Chi Alpha Sigma – National College Athlete Honor Society · Seton Hall inducted its ninth class (29 students) during an annual ceremony. Eligibility requires student-athletes to maintain a minimum 3.4 cumulative grade-point average through their junior and senior years. • Dean’s List · Fall 2015: 145students (58% of all student-athletes) · Spring 2016: 138 students (55% of all student-athletes) • Four freshman student-athletes (out of 55 total freshmen) were honored by the university at the annual President’s Reception to Honor Academic Excellence. · Taylor Cutcliff - Women’s Soccer · Peyton Elder - Men’s Soccer · Emily Supercynski - Softball · Amy Vandegriff – Volleyball • Isabell Klingert (Women’s Tennis) · earned the Mathematics Honors Program Award

Cumulative GPA for all student-athletes is now 3.373, once again the highest it has ever been. The following two charts compare the semester and cumulative GPA of the student-athlete population with the general student population.

• D’Yonna Riley (Women’s Soccer) earned the Psychology Honors Program Award and the Psychology Honors Citation • Jeffrey Larson (Men’s Cross Country) and Sarah Kenneweg (Volleyball) represented Seton Hall student-athletes at the BIG EAST Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) meetings on June 24 • Emily Hansinger was nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year • Men’s Basketball was a recipient of the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award • Baseball, Men’s Golf and Women’s Swimming & Diving received BIG EAST Academic Team Excellence Awards SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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Academic SPOTLIGHTS

s part of Seton Hall Athletics’ vision for excellence, the department strives to graduate each of its student-athletes while pushing them towards academic excellence. The department continues to see unprecedented success in this area as the cumulative grade-point average for the Pirates has reached a new record of 3.373. This is the 12th consecutive semester that the Pirates have set a new high for cumulative GPA. In addition, all 14 varsity programs finished the 2015-16 academic year with singleyear GPAs over 3.0 and collectively finished at 3.40. In the spring semester, 138 Pirates, or 55 percent of the student-athlete population, earned Dean’s List recognition. Of the 138, 103 student-athletes achieved Dean’s List in both the Fall 2015 and Spring 2016 semesters. And 28 seniors graduated with honors, which requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.395. As it stands now, all 14 varsity programs have cumulative GPAs above 3.0, led by the women’s tennis team, which has a 3.645 GPA.

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The baseball team leads all men’s programs with a 3.411 GPA. “Beyond the success they have on the field, our student-athletes have consistently put in the hard work to make the most of their education opportunities and put themselves in a great position to excel beyond graduation,” said Vice President and Director of Athletics & Recreational Services Patrick Lyons. “I want to thank all of our student-athletes, our coaches and especially our academic support services office for everything that they do to make this success possible. Jacob Bast of men’s cross country was named the Male Senior Scholar-Athlete of the Year. A four-year runner, Bast graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and is an eighttime member of Seton Hall’s Dean’s List. Women’s Soccer’s Emily Hansinger was named the Female Senior Scholar-Athlete of the Year. A four-year member of the team and cocaptain, Hansinger graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and has made Dean’s List in every semester and the BIG EAST AllAcademic team all four years.

The Junior Scholar-Athletes were Julian Spindler of men’s soccer and Melody Bush of women’s swimming & diving. The Sophomore Scholar-Athletes were Mike Alescio of baseball and Katie Landes of women’s soccer. The Freshmen Scholar-Athletes were Taylor Cutcliff of women’s soccer, Amy Vandegriff of volleyball, Emily Supercynski of softball and Peyton Elder of men’s soccer. All four freshmen achieved 4.0 GPAs in the fall semester. The Seton Hall Academic All-Star Team, comprised of the 10 student-athletes with the highest cumulative GPA through a minimum of two full semesters, included Bush, Hansinger, Landes, Spindler, Desyre Blackburn of women’s cross country, Ian Campbell of men’s swimming & diving, Isabell Klingert of women’s tennis, Jackson Martin of baseball, Bri Miller of women’s cross country and Shakena Richardson of women’s basketball. “We are very proud that we consistently boast grades that are representative of our vision for excellence as we continue to do what we can to provide the best possible student-athlete experience,” Lyons said.

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BIG EAST ACADEMIC

ALL-STARS BASEBALL Mike Alescio Matt Ardente Luke Cahill Mike Caputo Chris Chiaradio Rob Dadona Cullen Dana Tim Edwards Brett Fontenelli Matt Fortin Derek Jenkins Matt Leon Jackson Martin Liam McArthur Shane McCarthy Mikael-Ali Mogues Anthony Pacillo Joe Poduslenko Andrew Politi Matt Ponsiglione Zach Prendergast Ryan Ramiz Sebastiano Santorelli Zach Schellenger Ryan Testani Nelson Valerio Dylan Verdonk Chris Villa Zack Weigel BASKETBALL – MEN’S Braeden Anderson Khadeen Carrington Angel Delgado Derrick Gordon Mike Nzei Desi Rodriguez Veer Singh Dalton Soffer Isaiah Whitehead BASKETBALL – WOMEN’S Samantha Bozzella Kat Egan Kaitlyn Healy Tara Inman

Tiffany Jones Martha Kuderer Claire Lundberg Jordan Molyneaux Jordan Mosley Aleesha Powell Tabatha Richardson-Smith Shakena Richardson Letecia Smith CROSS COUNTRY – MEN’S Jacob Bast Louis Bustamante Bryant Cordova Ryan Flannery Walter Grosenheider Sean Kip Jeffrey Larson Matt LeMoine Alex Mallue Joseph Martinelli Jarod Moser Ryan Moumblow James Quisenberry Victor Ricci Jacob Simon Richard Stephens CROSS COUNTRY – WOMEN’S Desyre Blackburn Kiley Britten Amanda Catherall Olivia Gregorio Emily Johnson Briana Miller Caitlin O’Kane Amanda Quaglia Christiana Rutkowski Alex Ryan Bailey Seach Samantha Young GOLF – MEN’S David Cha Lloyd Jefferson Go

Gen Nagai Kevin O’Brien Kevin Sanislo Ryan Snouffer Cory Wilson Chris Yeom GOLF - WOMEN’S McKenzie Cutter Mackenzie Fouse Jamie Greene Cassie Pantelas Megan Tenhundfeld Gianna Tomeo Karlie Zabrosky SOCCER - MEN Brandon Barnes Daniel Bartok Nathan Boatswain Christian Buitrago Patrick Burd Corey Burkhardt Spencer Burkhardt Peyton Elder Julian Kennedy Eric Lagg Lorant Lettner Nicholas Najera Burak Ozdemir Lukas Pangonis Robert Pozesky Brandon Sabinsky Chris Salazar Julian Spindler Noah Teperow Jeremy Witherspoon SOCCER – WOMEN’S Melissa Blevins Catherine Chukuka Sarah Cortes Taylor Cutcliff Lauren Dao Sarah Fiorino Lauren Garcia Amanda Gulli

Lauren Hall Emily Hansinger Katherine Landes Margaret Larsen Anna MacLean Franceska Maier Andrea Palermo D’Yonna Riley Emily Rimdzius Julia Stirpe SOFTBALL Joelle Arrante Allanah Basile Chelsea Caynon Jacqueline DiPietro Lauren Fischer Sara Foster Yasmin Harrell Chrisa Head Faith Laudano Noel Lent Alyssa Prukop Alexandra Rabbetts Ragen Reddick Jennifer Sanislo Madison Strunk Emily Supercynski Valerie Suto Alexis Walkden Katherine Wilson SWIMMING & DIVING MEN Ian Campbell Collin Dunn Lior Grubert Cooper Lindsley Colin Machat Michael Mattera Ivan Michalovic Kyle Nash William Smith Zohar Suslovich Chris Tucker Cody Wimmer Noah Yanchulis

SWIMMING & DIVING – WOMEN’S Kathleen Adams Isabelle Alario Paige Anderson Emily Barnard Kelsey Buonaiuto Melody Bush Kathryn Carson Rae Congdon Madison Harris Cecelia Henry Tessa Lindner Megan Mallon Leah Mayer Cora Meehan Erica Naumann Courtney Regan Aitana Robinson Kylene Ronayne Alexa Santis Sydney Simpson TENNIS Anna Fajnorova Julia Keenan Thandy Kangwa Katie Kim Isabell Klingert Hannah Liljekvist Luize Strike VOLLEYBALL Sophia Coffey Sara Connell Grace Forren Tessa Fournier Amanda Hansen Cherise Hennigan Miranda Higginbotham Sarah Kenneweg Caitlin Koska Kacey Richards Danielle Schroeder Amy Vandegriff

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2015-16 All-BIG EAST Khadeen CARRINGTON MBB

Cullen DANA Baseball

Eric DAVIDSON MSD

Angel DELGADO MBB

Tessa FOURNIER Volleyball

Lloyd Jefferson GO M Golf

Eva GONZALEZ W Soccer

Lior GRUBERT MSD

Amanda HANSEN Volleyball

Derek JENKINS Baseball

Hannah LILJEKVIST Tennis

Megan MALLON WSD

Shane MCCARTHY Baseball

Kyle NASH MSD

Cassie PANTELAS WGolf

Aleesha POWELL WBB

Alex POZESKY M Soccer

Ragen REDDICK Softball

Shakena RICHARDSON WBB

Tabatha RICHARDSON-SMITH WBB

Desi RODRIGUEZ MBB

David ROWE MSD

Sean SALI MSD

Ismael SANOGO MBB

Gabby SIGNORELLI WSD

Sydney SIMPSON WSD

Zohar SUSLOVICH MSD

Megan TENHUNDFELD WGolf

Alexis WALKDEN Softball

Zack WEIGEL Baseball

Isaiah WHITEHEAD MBB

Dakota WILLIAMS MSD

Cody WIMMER MSD

Noah YANCHULIS MSD

Karlie ZABROSKY WGolf

Matt ZEBROWSKI MSD

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BASEBALL Cullen Dana Freshman (Montgomery, N.Y.) ·F reshman All-America Team ·A ll-BIG EAST Second Team

WOMEN’S GOLF Cassie Pantelas Sophomore (Canton, Ohio) · All-BIG EAST Second Team · BIG EAST All-Tournament Team

Derek Jenkins Senior (Annandale, N.J.) ·A ll-BIG EAST First Team ·A BCA All-Region Second Team

Megan Tenhundfeld Senior (Loveland, Ohio) · All-BIG EAST Second Team

Shane McCarthy Sophomore (Fair Haven, N.J.) ·A ll-BIG EAST First Team ·A BCA All-Region Second Team Zack Weigel Senior (Oak Park, Ill.) ·A ll-BIG EAST Second Team MEN’S BASKETBALL Khadeen Carrington Sophomore (Brooklyn, N.Y.) ·B IG EAST All-Tournament Team ·A ll-Met Second Team Angel Delgado Freshman (Bajos De Haina, Dominican Rep.) ·A ll-BIG EAST Honorable Mention ll-Met Second Team ·A Desi Rodriguez Sophomore (Bronx, N.Y.) ·A ll-Met Third Team Ismael Sanogo Sophomore (Newark, N.J.) ·B IG EAST All-Tournament Team Isaiah Whitehead Sophomore (Brooklyn, N.Y.) ·A ll-America Honorable Mention ·A ll-BIG EAST First Team ·B IG EAST Tournament Most Outstanding Player ·H aggerty Award Recipient ll-Met First Team ·A WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Aleesha Powell Senior (Philadelphia, Pa.) ·A ll-BIG EAST Honorable Mention Shakena Richardson Senior (Neptune, N.J.) ll-BIG EAST Honorable Mention ·A ·B IG EAST All-Tournament Team ·A ll-Met Third Team Tabatha Richardson-Smith Senior (Bay City, Texas) ·A ll-BIG EAST First Team ll-Met First Team ·A MEN’S GOLF Lloyd Jefferson Go Junior (Guadalupe Cebu, Philippines) ·B IG EAST Player of the Year IG EAST Individual Champion ·B ll-BIG EAST First Team ·A ·P ING All-Region First Team

Karlie Zabrosky Senior (Erie, Pa.) · BIG EAST All-Tournament Team MEN’S SOCCER Alex Pozesky Freshman (Columbia, Pa.) · BIG EAST All-Rookie Team WOMEN’S SOCCER Eva Gonzalez Freshman (Mesquite, Texas) · BIG EAST All-Rookie Team SOFTBALL Ragen Reddick (Middlesex, N.J.) · All-BIG EAST Second Team Alexis Walkden (Cibolo, Texas) · All-BIG EAST Second Team MEN’S SWIMMING & DIVING Eric Davidson Senior (Overland Park, Kan.) · All-BIG EAST M Diving · 1 M Diving · 3 Lior Grubert Freshman (Yehud-Monosson, Israel) · 200 and 400 Medley BIG EAST Champion · All-BIG EAST 00 IM · 2 · 4 00 IM 00 Medley Relay · 2 00 Free Relay · 4 Kyle Nash Freshman (Katy, Texas) · All-BIG EAST · 2 00 Fly David Rowe Freshman (Cherry Hill, N.J.) · All-BIG EAST · 1 00 Fly · 1 00 Back · 2 00 Medley Relay · 2 00 Free Relay · 4 00 Medley Relay

· 100 Breast · 200 Back · 200 Medley Relay Dakota Williams Freshman (Noank, Conn.) ·A ll-BIG EAST · 100 Free · 200 Medley Relay · 200 Free Relay · 400 Free Relay Cody Wimmer Sophomore (Macungie, Pa.) ·A ll-BIG EAST · 1,650 Free Noah Yanchulis Sophomore (Arnold, Md.) ·B IG EAST Most Outstanding Male Swimmer · 200 and 500-yard Freestyle BIG EAST Champion ll-BIG EAST ·A · 200 Free · 500 Free · 200 Breast · 200 Free Relay · 400 Medley Relay · 400 Free Relay Matt Zebrowski Sophomore (Sayreville, N.J.) ·2 00-yard Fly BIG EAST Champion ·A ll-BIG EAST · 200 Fly · 400 Medley Relay WOMEN’S SWIMMING & DIVING Megan Mallon Senior (Glen Mills, Pa.) ll-BIG EAST ·A · 100 Breast Gabby Signorelli Senior (Massapequa, N.Y.) IG EAST Most Outstanding Female Diver ·B · 1-meter and 3-meter Diving BIG EAST Champion ·A ll-BIG EAST · 1M Diving · 3M Diving Sydney Simpson Sophomore (Tallahassee, Fla.) ·1 00 Breast BIG EAST Champion ·A ll-BIG EAST · 100 Breast · 200 Breast WOMEN’S TENNIS Hannah Liljekvist Senior (Djursholm, Sweden) ·A ll-BIG EAST Team

Sean Sali Sophomore (Bridgewater, N.J.) · All-BIG EAST · 1 00 Breast · 4 00 Medley Relay

VOLLEYBALL Tessa Fournier Junior (Redondo Beach, Calif.) ·B IG EAST Libero of the Year ·A ll-BIG EAST First Team ·A VCA All-Region Honorable Mention

Zohar Suslovich Sophomore (Holon, Israel) · All-BIG EAST

Amanda Hansen Senior (Pewaukee, Wis.) ·A ll-BIG EAST Second Team SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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pirate standouts

Isaiah Whitehead

hen five-star recruit and Brooklyn native Isaiah Whitehead picked Seton Hall back in September of 2013, he claimed he wanted to help change the program and put Seton Hall back on the map. In his two years at The Hall, he did just that. With his unique talents, hard work and determination, the Pirates won the BIG EAST Tournament championship for the first time in 23 years and earned a trip to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2006. Whitehead’s time at the Hall was nothing short of impressive. During his sophomore season, he became quite familiar with turning heads and exceeding expectations. The guard averaged 18.2 points and 5.1 assists per game, ranking him second in the BIG EAST in both categories. While leading the team in points, assists and blocks, he was able to take the Pirates to a 25-9 record overall, 12-6 record in the BIG EAST. The Brooklyn product did his best work when the Pirates needed him the most. With the team sitting at 3-4 in conference play on January 27, Whitehead averaged 22.1 points in the final 11 regular season contests, including a dazzling career-high 33-point effort at DePaul on the

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final day, lifting the Pirates into third place, the team’s highest BIG EAST finish since 1993. Then at the BIG EAST Championship, Whitehead took the Pirates on his back, averaging 23.3 points and hitting the game-winning three-point play with 18.5 seconds remaining in the tournament final that lifted the Pirates to a thrilling win over topseed Villanova and helped him earn Most Outstanding Player honors. In addition to the MOP, awards came in large numbers for Whitehead. He was a unanimous selection to the BIG EAST first team, was crowned the winner of the Haggerty Award as the Metropolitan Player of the Year, Seton Hall’s first Haggerty recipient since 2004, and was designated an honorable mention All-American by the Associated Press. He also garnered first-team NABC All-District 5 and USBWA All-District II honors. Whether it was the big three-pointer, the highlight dish for an assist, the acrobatic drive to the paint or the hustle for a loose ball, Whitehead did it all for the Pirates, and it all culminated on June 23 when he was selected 42nd overall in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Utah Jazz, who subsequently traded his rights to the Brooklyn Nets. The hometown hero now gets to come home.

Tessa Fournier

s Seton Hall’s reputation of being a marquee defensive program continues to grow, so does the aura of its top defensive player. In 2015, junior Tessa Fournier had another dominant season, cementing herself as one of the greatest liberos in both Seton Hall and BIG EAST Conference history. Two seasons ago, Fournier helped lead the Seton Hall volleyball program to its first-ever NCAA berth. She was named BIG EAST Libero of the Year and led the conference in digs and digs per game, while setting Seton Hall’s single-season record for digs. After a breakout season, how would Fournier follow up her amazing sophomore performance? Although the Pirates didn’t reach the same team heights in 2015, Fournier was just as impressive. She repeated as BIG EAST Libero of the Year, giving Seton Hall winners of the significant award in four consecutive seasons. Graduate Alyssa Warren became the first Seton Hall player to earn the distinction, winning it in 2012 & 2013.

An AVCA All-Region Honorable Mention, Fournier led the BIG EAST in both digs (583) and digs per set (5.16) for a second straight year. In conference games only, she was even more impressive with a digs per set average of 5.57. Named to Louisville’s Active Ankle Challenge All-Tournament Team, Fournier recorded at least 20 digs in a single match 14 times this season, including a seasonhigh 29 digs vs. St. John’s on Nov. 20. On Sept. 4, she tallied her first career double-double with 21 digs and 10 assists in a three-set victory over Notre Dame. Fournier’s 583 digs last season was the fifth-highest single-season total in Seton Hall history. Last season, she also moved into third place on the Pirates’ career digs list with 1,605, trailing only her libero predecessor Alyssa Warren (2,381) and assistant coach Allie Matters (1,945). In 2016, Fournier will attempt to become only the second threetime BIG EAST Libero of the Year in BIG EAST history. She’s also looking to become the fourth Seton Hall player to be named to an All-Conference team three times, joining Perette Arrington and former teammates Shelbey and Stacey Manthorpe.

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pirate standouts

Lloyd Jefferson Go

he 2015-16 academic year was historic for the sport of golf at Seton Hall. While the women’s team won its third straight BIG EAST title, Lloyd Jefferson Go, from the men’s team, had arguably the greatest single-year individual performance ever for a Pirate. Named BIG EAST Player of the Year, Go became only the third Seton Hall golfer to win the individual title at the BIG EAST Championship. His historic tournament was fueled by a record-breaking second round. The junior fired a Callawassie Island course-record, 7-under-par, 65, that began on Monday and ended on Tuesday after lightning suspended play. Additionally, Go’s 7-under-par, 65, is the lowest single-round ever shot for a Seton Hall golfer at the BIG EAST Championship, and the secondlowest for a golfer from any school in the history of the conference tournament. In winning the title, Go became the first men’s golfer at Seton Hall to play in an NCAA Regional since the team won the BIG EAST title and advanced to the national event in 2001. Go was

an individual at the Kohler (Wis.) Regional and tied for 38th place among all golfers. Prior to the BIG EAST Championship, Go became the first three-time All-BIG EAST Team selection in Seton Hall history. He shaved more than two full strokes off his scoring average from a year ago and led the BIG EAST Conference with a 71.50 average. Go tallied nine top-10 finishes in just 11 tournaments and shot a team-best 12 sub-par rounds. He recorded five top-5 finishes and had four sub-par tournaments. Earlier in the spring, Go set a new Seton Hall record-low score for a three-round, par-72 tournament with a 9-under-par, 66-69-72207 at the Loyola Invitational. His 9-under is the second-most strokes under par in Pirate history. Last fall, he fired an impressive 6-under-par, 70-69-71-210, at the Hartford Hawks Invitational. From a career perspective, Go’s 72.62 career stroke average is more than a full stroke better than anyone else who has ever golfed at Seton Hall. It makes one curious as to what’s in store for his senior year in 2016-17.

Tabatha Richardson-Smith

ne thousand, nine hundred and twenty five points.

That’s the record number scored by Tabatha Richardson-Smith, most in Seton Hall history. During her senior season, the 6-0 guard cemented her spot in Pirate lore with an explosive offensive season culminating in All-BIG EAST and All-Metropolitan first team honors. The 3-point marksman led the BIG EAST with 21.7 points per game in conference play, becoming the first conference scoring champion in Seton Hall history. Overall on the year she averaged nearly 19 points per game and ranked top-five in the BIG EAST with a hair under seven rebounds per contest. Richardson-Smith, who set The Hall’s career and single-season records for 3-pointers made as a junior, got her senior season off to a strong start with 25 points in a season-opening win over Bryant before helping The Hall to marquee victories over Rutgers and Princeton. She continued her early-season excellence across the border, averaging 19.0 points and 7.5 rebounds per game to lead the Pirates to a perfect run at the 2015 Cancun Challenge. Her efforts in Mexico garnered her MVP honors for the tournament’s Riviera Division.

With a spot on the Naismith Trophy Midseason 30 List under her belt, Richardson-Smith entered conference play continuing her high-scoring output. She dropped 27 points in a win at Creighton on Dec. 31, then a little over a week later poured in a season-best 34 points in a narrow setback at St. John’s. The 34-point outburst stood for the remainder of the season as the highest-scoring single game for any player in the BIG EAST. After averaging 26.5 points, 9.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists over wins against Butler and Xavier to earn her second-straight BIG EAST Player of the Week nod, RichardsonSmith made history on Feb. 14. Late in a crucial home win over Villanova, Tab grabbed an offensive rebound and knocked down a put-back lay-in to signify career point No. 1,808 – the new Seton Hall all-time record. Richardson-Smith continued to score as the Pirates finished the season with a 23-9 record, finishing second in the BIG EAST despite a preseason projection of fifth. She watched the Pirates see their names called on Selection Monday for the second-straight year and, as she so often did, led The Hall in scoring in an NCAA First Round contest against Duquesne.

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pirate standouts

Derek Jenkins

on’t blink or you might miss him.

Speedy outfielder Derek Jenkins closed the book on a remarkable collegiate career that ended with him being named the NCAA’s stolen base national champion. After leading the BIG EAST Conference in stolen bases as both a sophomore and junior, the Annandale, N.J. native took his game to a new level in 2016. Jenkins led the nation with both 52 stolen bases and 0.95 stolen bases per game. He also graduated as the national active leader with 122 career steals. As a team, the Pirates were stealing bases at an elevated pace in 2016, and Jenkins was the primary beneficiary. Seton Hall led the nation with 183 stolen bases, and finished the season with five Pirates ranked among the top-8 in the BIG EAST. The Hall’s 183 stolen bases are the most by the team since stealing a programrecord 234 in 1987. Jenkins has also run towards the top of many records. His 52 stolen bases this season, rank behind only Marteese Robinson’s 58 in 1987. Robinson was the

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national Co-Player of the Year. Jenkins’ 122 career steals rank behind only Eli Ben’s 137 from 1979 to 1982. Jenkins even had some single-game superlatives in 2016. The centerfielder recorded a program record six stolen bases vs. Saint Peter’s on March 23. A month later, he stole five more in a game vs. Monmouth. Jenkins however, was much more than just a terror on the base paths. A starter in center field for 55 games last season, he ranked second in the BIG EAST with 70 hits and third with 42 runs scored. Proving his mettle as a run producer as well, he ranked sixth in the conference with 35 runs batted in and even belted his first career home run this season, an inside-the-parker on April 6 vs. Wagner. For his efforts last year, Jenkins was named to the All-BIG EAST First Team for a second time. He also earned ABCA All-Region honors and the distinction of Seton Hall Senior Male Athlete of the Year. On June 11, Jenkins was selected in 26th round of the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

Gabby Signorelli

here is only one diver in the history of the BIG EAST that can claim six conference titles on the diving board: Gabby Signorelli. Signorelli’s time as a Seton Hall diver was cemented in history back in February when she won the fifth and sixth gold medals of her career with victories in the onemeter and three-meter dives at the 2016 BIG EAST Championship, held at the Nassau Aquatic Center in East Meadow, N.Y. In the one-meter, Signorelli earned a 40-point margin of victory over the second place finisher, tallying a total of 502.80 points. She then dominated the threemeter, finishing nearly 90 points ahead of her next competitor with 544.05 points, her best threemeter dive score at the BIG EAST Championship during her fouryear career. The triumphs earned her a third straight BIG EAST Championship Most Outstanding Diver award as well as All-BIG EAST honors in both events, giving her six selections for her career. It was a fitting cap to Signorelli’s career as she became the first sixtime champion of the conference

and at Seton Hall, which previously had not had anyone win more than four conference titles. Finishing first was a staple during Signorelli’s senior season; she also earned wins in dual matches vs. Rider, Iona, Monmouth, Villanova, Georgetown and Providence. Just prior to graduating, Signorelli was honored as the Seton Hall Senior Athlete of the Year, essentially repeating as an award winner after capturing Junior Athlete of the Year in 201415. Then in July 2016, she was named the recipient of the BIG EAST’s Scholar-Athlete Sports Excellence Award, which is based on academic credentials, athletic accolades or performances and volunteer service to the community. A strong performer in the classroom, Signorelli also was a three-time selection to the BIG EAST All-Academic team for posting a year GPA over 3.0. Although she qualified for the 2016 NCAA Zone A Championship, Signorelli did not compete at the event. However, she previously was the BIG EAST’s lone representative at the Zone A Championship in 2014 and 2015. She narrowly missed advancing to the final in 2015 with a one-meter dive score of 215.00.

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pirate standouts

Noah Yanchulis

or a swimmer, timing is everything.

For Noah Yanchulis, he hit the timing just right in his second season on the Seton Hall men’s swimming and diving team. At the end of this year’s BIG EAST Championship, held at the Nassau Aquatic Center in East Meadow, N.Y., Yanchulis walked away with heavily coveted gold medals, but the honors didn’t stop there. The strong postseason effort by the Arnold, Md., native paved the way for him to become the second swimmer in Seton Hall history to be named BIG EAST Championship Most Outstanding Swimmer.

helped secure a 161-113 Pirate win over the Gaels. When it came time for the BIG EAST Championship, he did not disappoint. Yanchulis scored 57 individual points during the week and took the gold medal in the 200 and 500 freestyle events and the silver medal in the 200 breaststroke, increasing his total to three individual championships at the BIG EAST Championship in just two years as a Pirate. The 200 freestyle proved to be an exciting event as Yanchulis over came Georgetown’s Chandler Hinson in the final leg of the race, clocking in at 1:38.50, just ahead of Hinson’s 1:39.16.

During his sophomore season, Yanchulis was a standout leader in the pool. A competitor in both freestyle and breaststroke, he became one of the Pirates’ go-to swimmers for securing wins in individual events as well as relays. His dominant performance throughout the season helped the Pirates record eight regular season wins and finish in third place at the BIG EAST Championship.

Yanchulis also helped The Hall set two new school records. He teamed up with Lior Grubert, Dakota Williams and Chris Tucker to set a new 400-freestyle relay school record with a time of 3:03.07. He also partnered with Matt Zebrowski, David Rowe and Sean Sali to deliver a school record time of 3:19.55 in the 400-medley relay.

He became no stranger to first place finishes as he totaled 14 victories during the regular season. He was also named BIG EAST Male Swimming and Diving Athlete of the week after he notched a pair of wins in the 200-free and 200-breast in a matchup with Iona. His times of 1:42.18 and 2:10.58

With all that he accomplished, Yanchulis joined alumnus Kevin Webster as the only two Pirates to win three conference titles and be named Most Outstanding Male Swimmer. And with two more years left to compete, the future is bright for this Pirate who has timed things right.

Megan Tenhundfeld

he may not have a household name, but Megan Tenhundfeld will go down in Seton Hall history as one of the greatest “winners” ever to compete for the Pirates. Tenhundfeld, and teammates McKenzie Cutter and Karlie Zabrosky, recently graduated from Seton Hall as reigning three-time BIG EAST Champions. Tenhundfeld may have made the greatest impact during the dynasty. A two-time All-BIG EAST Team selection, only two Pirates have played in more career tournaments than Tenhundfeld and only one has played more rounds. Her 77.93 career stroke average and 12 top-10 finishes rank only behind graduate Ali Kruse in Seton Hall history. Tenhundfeld has been a reliable, consistent staple in the Pirates’ lineup for four years, but it was her ability to shine on the biggest stage that routinely separated her from her teammates. The Loveland, Ohio native is the only golfer in program history to record a top-10 finish in three different BIG EAST Championships – each of which

led to a team title. As a sophomore, Tenhundfeld led Seton Hall to its first-ever BIG EAST title in 2014. She tied teammate Erin McClure for second among all golfers with a 13-over-par, 77-73-77-229. Her 1-over-par, 73, in round two was the lowest single round of any Pirate golfer in the tournament. In 2015, Tenhundfeld tied for seventh overall with a 14-overpar, 230, as Seton Hall repeated as champion, winning by just one stroke over Georgetown. With no margin for error, Tenhundfeld fueled the Pirates’ surge to the top of the leader board with a career-low, 2-under-par, 70, in round two. In a role reversal from recent years, Seton Hall was the underdog entering the 2016 BIG EAST Championship, but Tenhundfeld’s leadership remained ever-present. While Georgetown took a lead mid-way through the final round, Tenhundfeld and the Pirates remained stoic. As the Hoyas faded down the stretch, she led Seton Hall’s strong finish, parring five of her final six holes. She finished ninth at 20-over-par for the tournament and the Pirates “three-peated” as champions with an astonishing 12-stroke victory.

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THREE-PEAT!! SETON HALL WOMEN’S GOLF WINS THIRD STRAIGHT BIG EAST TITLE

his one wasn’t expected.

The Seton Hall women’s golf team spent most of the 2015-16 academic year trying to re-establish itself after the graduation of arguably its two finest players in program history, Ali Kruse and Erin McClure. Those seniors, sitting at the top of virtually every statistical career category at Seton Hall, led the Pirates to back-to-back BIG EAST Conference championships and NCAA Regional appearances. After four tournament victories during the 2014-15 year, Seton Hall’s top team finish in 2015-16 entering the BIG EAST Championship was merely a bronze at the Hoya Invitational. Further proof of the Pirates’ struggles, their team stroke average for the year jumped nearly 10 full strokes. While the Pirates seemingly took a step back, Georgetown, Xavier and even Butler took significant steps forward this year. Seton Hall entered the 2016 championship as the fourthranked team, according to Golfstat, in the field of six. However, when it became time to defend their two-time BIG EAST title, the Pirates regained their winning mentality. It turns out, even in a down year, the heart of a champion should never be underestimated. After a first round 318 had Seton Hall positioned three strokes off the lead, the Pirates made their move in round two. The Hall made up 12 strokes in the standings with

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a 15-over-par, 303, to turn a three-stroke deficit into a seven-stroke lead with 18 holes remaining. Cassie Pantelas was paramount in the Pirates’ second round surge up the leader board. The sophomore shot the best single round of the tournament for any Pirate with a spring-best 1-over-par, 73. McKenzie Cutter, Megan Tenhundfeld and Karlie Zabrosky also all shot scores in the 70s as The Hall opened a seven-stroke lead over Georgetown and a nine-stroke advantage over Xavier. During the final round, the Pirates lead quickly vanished, and Georgetown reclaimed a slim tournament advantage heading into the final holes. However, Seton Hall’s resilience shown through down the stretch. Collectively, the Pirates were just 6-over-par over the final six holes of round three, while Georgetown faded and shot 18-over-par during the same span. When Zabrosky, the final Pirate competitor on the course, tapped in her par putt on the 18th hole Seton Hall completed what was deemed highly improbable, a third straight BIG EAST Conference championship. What had become a nail-biter mid-way through round three, became a rout, as The Hall defeated secondplace Georgetown by a resounding 12 strokes. “I could not be more proud of what this team was able to accomplish, especially considering what they’ve had to endure this year,” said head coach Sara Doell. “We had contributions from up and down the lineup, and ultimately it was a case of three seniors who wanted to graduate as champions.”

Zabrosky led the Pirates with the team’s low score in round three, as she did in round one. Zabrosky and Pantelas finished tied for fourth among all golfers to lead Seton Hall for the three-day event. For their efforts, they were named to the BIG EAST All-Tournament Team. Tenhundfeld notched her 12th career top10 finish, which ties for second in Seton Hall history. She tied for ninth place, five strokes behind her aforementioned teammates. Cutter placed 10th, just a single stroke behind Tenhundfeld, giving The Hall four golfers who registered top-10 finishes. Sophomore Macky Fouse, competing in her first BIG EAST Tournament, bounced back from a rocky first round to finish 28th overall and round out the Pirates’ scoring. After significant consternation regarding the Pirates chances entering the tournament, Seton Hall won its third straight championship by the largest margin of victory of all three titles. By virtue of the BIG EAST title, Seton Hall received an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament and was assigned to the Stanford Regional. After three rounds of strong play in California against the best competition in the country, the collegiate careers of Cutter, Tenhundfeld and Zabrosky came to an end as the only three-time BIG EAST champions in program history.

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ow a staple of the Seton Hall student-athlete experience, the Helping Athletes Learn to be Leaders (H.A.L.L.) Program continued to impact Seton Hall student-athletes, and in turn the local community as well. With an emphasis on leadership development, career development, community enrichment, academics and athletics success initiatives, and spiritual development, student-athletes are able to participate in all five components throughout their time at Seton Hall. New to this year’s programming was the creation of the Student-Athlete Leadership Academy. Twenty-six student-athletes were accepted into the academy after an extensive application process. The curriculum included text-based discussions, leadership personality assessments, and a Head Coaches panel where the student-athletes were able to learn first-hand a best-practices approach on leadership. In addition, for the third consecutive

· Media & Social Media Training · Etiquette Training Seminars · Sexual Assault Prevention Training · Mental Health Education Seminars

academic year, student-athletes set records for participation and volunteering in the community. In total, they amassed 3,168 volunteer hours, which averaged out to 13.2 hours per student-athletes. This continues to reinforce the university-led Servant Leadership core principle. In addition to record growth in community outreach participation from student-athletes, they also went through significant training throughout the year that focused on career development and overall student-athlete welfare, as well as leadership training. These events included, but we not limited to, the following educational seminars and training events: · Creation of the Student-Athlete Leadership Academy · The Student-Athlete Leadership Forum · Student-Athlete Mentoring Program · Resume Workshops · Interview Seminars · LinkedIn and Networking Workshops · Smart Study Habits Seminars

Some of the major organizations and initiatives that the student-athletes partnered with the past year include: · BIG EAST Serves · One Shirt, One Body · Seton Hall’s Hunger & Homelessness Week · Seton Hall Campus Ministry & Varsity Catholic · America’s Grow-A-Row · Reading with the Pirates · Essex County Public Schools · Orange District Public Schools · Pen Pal Program with St. Francis Xavier in Newark, NJ · It’s On Us National campaign to stop sexual violence · South Mountain YMCA · New York YMCA After School Programs · St. Barnabas Hospital in Livingston, NJ · Newark Beth Israel Hospital · Fuel Up to Play 60 – American Dairy Association

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Women’s Basketball freshman Latecia Smith and men’s basketball freshman Myles Carter with their pen pals on Pen Pal Day

Swimming & Diving student-athletes during a BIG EAST SERVES initiative in New York City

Baseball student-athletes Mikael-Ali Mogues, Joe Poduslenko, Chris Morris, and Ryan Testani helping freshmen move-in to their dorms on Freshman Move-In Day.

Sophomore volleyball student-athlete Sarah Kenneweg with students during a fitness day initiative at Roosevelt Elementary school in Garfield, NJ

Men’s basketball student-athletes visiting children at Saint Barnabas Hospital on Halloween

Men’s Basketball student-athletes posing with their Thanksgiving basket, which was donated to a family in Newark during the holiday

Student-athletes at the Pierre Toussaint Food Pantry in Newark, NJ after delivering Thanksgiving baskets

Freshman women’s soccer student-athlete Taylor Cutcliff reading with a student at South Mountain Elementary School in South Orange, NJ

Men’s cross country student-athletes volunteering on campus during Freshman Move-In Day

pirates in the community Senior women’s basketball student-athlete Tiffany Jones providing basketball instruction

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Freshman volleyball student-athlete Cherise Hennigan promoting physical fitness to the students at Roosevelt Elementary School in Garfield, NJ.

Freshman softball student-athlete Chrisa Head participating in the Reading with the Pirates program at Briarwood Elementary School in Florham Park, NJ.

Freshman softball studentathlete Emily Supercynski participating in the Reading with the Pirates program at Briarwood Elementary School in Florham Park, NJ.

Student-athletes with their pen pals from St. Francis Xavier on Pen Pal Day

Freshman women’s soccer student-athlete Eva Gonzalez harvesting lettuce at an America’s Grow-A-Row farm

Junior volleyball student-athlete Tessa Fournier with students at Roosevelt Elementary in Garfield, NJ

Student-athletes who harvested vegetables with America’s Grow-A-Row

Student-athletes participating at a Fitness Day initiative at an elementary school

Women’s Basketball student-athletes Kat Egan and Tara Inman working with campers from the South Mountain YMCA

Sophomore women’s swimming student-athlete Kylene Ronayne harvesting lettuce at an America’s Grow-A-Row farm

Senior women’s golf student-athlete Megan Tenhundfeld reading with a student at South Mountain Elementary in South Orange, NJ

Women’s soccer student-athletes creatively harvesting apples at an America’s Grow-A-Row farm

Sophomore women’s golfer Macky Fouse reading with the students at South Mountain Elementary in South Orange, NJ

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the student-athlete experience

saac awards dinner

he Seton Hall University Department of Athletics held its annual Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Awards Banquet on April 25, recognizing student-athletes for their achievements in the classroom and on the field of play during the 2015-16 academic year. The SAAC Awards Banquet honors both scholastic and competitive accomplishments. In addition, awards are presented to outstanding male and female student-athletes from the freshman, sophomore and junior classes. In the junior class, Tessa Fournier of volleyball and men’s golf standout Lloyd Jefferson Go repeated as Athletes of the Year after both won Sophomore Athlete of the Year in 2015. Softball’s Alexis Walkden also repeated, taking Female Sophomore Athlete of the Year honors after winning as a freshman last year. Male Sophomore Athlete of the Year went to Isaiah Whitehead of men’s basketball. Men’s swimming & diving newcomer Lior Grubert captured Male Freshman of the Year honors, and this year there were co-Female

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Freshman of the Year winners in Eva Gonzalez of women’s soccer and Sophia Coffey of volleyball. Jacob Bast of men’s cross country was named the Male Senior Scholar-Athlete of the Year, while women’s Soccer’s Emily Hansinger was named the Female Senior Scholar-Athlete of the Year. The Seton Hall Academic All-Star Team, comprised of the 10 student-athletes with the highest cumulative GPA through a minimum of two full semesters were also honored. The Baseball and women’s tennis teams were the recipients of the Team Academic Awards for posting the highest cumulative GPAs after the fall semester. Women’s tennis represented the females with an impressive 3.589 GPA. The baseball team came in strong with a 3.380 GPA to represent the males. The third-annual Saint John Paul II Sport and Spirituality Award went to Cora Meehan of women’s swimming & diving. The award was instituted in 2013-14 to recognize a senior who exemplifies the virtues lauded by the “Athlete Pope.”

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the student-athlete experience

PIRATE BLUE SENIOR AWARDS DINNER

he Seton Hall University Department of Athletics hosted its fifthannual Pirate Blue Senior Awards Banquet on Tuesday, May 10, at the Maplewood Country Club in Maplewood, N.J., to celebrate the senior class of 2016. The event was introduced in 2012 and aims to provide a platform to recognize the seniors from all 14 of Seton Hall’s varsity athletic programs for their outstanding achievements as student-athletes in front of their coaches, teammates, family and friends. As part of the ceremony, each senior is presented with a framed jersey or sport-specific memorabilia to commemorate their experience as a Seton Hall student-athlete. The marquee awards of the night honored Seton Hall’s Female and Male Student-Athletes of the Year. Female Senior Athlete of the Year was shared between basketball’s Tabatha Richardson-Smith and swimming & diving’s Gabby Signorelli. Baseball’s Derek Jenkins was named the Male Senior Athlete of the Year. In addition to these awards, women’s soccer senior and Student-Athlete Advisory Committee president Emily Hansinger was selected to receive the Student Most Valuable Pirate Award, which highlights a senior student-athlete who has displayed leadership and dedication, and made exemplary contributions not only in the field of competition, but also in the classroom and in the Seton Hall community. Of the 52 graduating seniors, 43 were also named recipients of Seton Hall’s Academic Merit Award, given to senior student-athletes who have maintained at least a 3.2 cumulative grade point average, a list that included representation from 13 of the university’s 14 varsity teams. Collectively, Seton Hall student-athletes currently hold a 3.373 grade-point average, the highest mark in the history of the department.

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THE STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCE

PATRICK M. AND MARY ANN PFAFF MURRAY LEADERSHIP FORUM

signature event of the Helping Athletes Learn to be Leaders (H.A.L.L.) Program, the Seton Hall University Department of Athletics hosted its fifth annual Patrick M. and Mary Ann Pfaff Murray Leadership Forum for Student-Athletes, welcoming a group of four distinguished professionals and Seton Hall University graduates to Walsh Gymnasium for a career-oriented discussion and networking opportunity. The Leadership Forum was re-named in September 2015 in honor of Pat ’64, MBA ’72 and Mary Ann Murray, who generously made a gift to the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund in support of the event. Murray also graciously served as one of the panelists for the evening. He is the current Chairman of the Seton Hall Board of Regents and previously retired as the Chairman of the Board and CEO of Dresser, Inc., in 2007. Joining Murray were Michellene Davis, Executive Vice President at Barnabas Health; John Hayes, Chief Marketing Officer at American Express; and Joseph Torcivia, CoPresident of Torcon, Inc., and a former member

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of Seton Hall’s Board of Regents. Glenn Horine, former President of Arena Football League Properties and current President of H & H Consulting and Executive Director of the Iona College Center for Sports, Entertainment and Media Business, moderated the evening. Throughout the evening, the panelists shared insight and advice derived from their own experiences and their respective paths to becoming leaders in their fields. But rather than simply be a lecture to the studentathletes, the event offered the opportunity for student-athletes to participate in an open dialogue with the panelists. In addition to the event’s question and answer session, there was also a reception held in the Walsh Lobby where student-athletes were afforded the opportunity to have one-on-one conversation with each of the speakers. One of the many professional development initiatives H.A.L.L. Program calendar, the forum was open to student-athletes of all classes and saw all 14 varsity teams represented.

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THE STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCE

PIRATE BLUE THANK-A-THON

he Pirate Blue Athletic Fund held its sixth annual Student-Athlete Thank-A-Thon on Tuesday, April 27 in the Seton Hall Sports Polling Center. All 14 Seton Hall athletic programs were represented as studentathletes volunteered their time to call Pirate Blue donors to thank them for their financial support of Seton Hall Athletics. “This is just one small gesture that we can give to the donors that do such a great amount of work and give so many contributions to all our programs,” women’s golf senior Megan Tenhundfeld said. “We really appreciate all that they do and our programs would not exist and

would not be able to move forward without them.” The student-athletes were able to call over 1,000 donors to thank them for all their annual contributions to Pirate Blue. Student-athletes also wrote to selected donors to thank them for their support of Seton Hall Athletics. “The success of this event in years past has made it a highlight each year for not only the student-athletes but the donors as well,” said Bryan Felt, Senior Associate AD, Development & External Affairs. “Our student-athletes get to know those donors who generously give to Pirate Blue and are able to interact with them on a personal level.”

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Pirates Post Back-to-Back Impressive Seasons

fter setting nearly every program record in an historic 2014-15 campaign, regression would have been natural. The Seton Hall women’s basketball team graduated four starters, including a pair of All-Americans, from a squad that won a program-record 28 games and reached the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 20 years. Surely a team that lost the majority of the offensive punch off a squad that scored 75.6 points per game, most in SHU history, would take a step back as it worked in a nearly entirely new rotation in 2015-16. Well, not exactly. Despite the graduation of Honorable Mention AllAmerica guards Ka-Deidre and Daisha Simmons, the Pirates struck gold in the backcourt once again with a pair of fifth-year stars. Aleesha Powell came to The Hall as a transfer prior to the 2014-15 season after spending the first three seasons of her career at Iona, originally recruited there and playing two years under third-year Pirate head coach Anthony Bozzella. At the point, Bozzella turned to a player looking to return to her Garden State roots. Shakena Richardson came home to New Jersey at The Hall as a graduate transfer after previous stops at Rutgers and Florida State. When opportunity came for Powell in her redshirtsenior season, she did not disappoint. Powell finished ranked in the top-10 in the BIG EAST in scoring with over 14 points per game and was the second-most prolific 3-point shooter in the league, setting a single-season SHU record with a 43.2 percent mark from long range.

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Richardson, the Neptune, N.J. native, quickly assimilated with her new squad and became a leader both on and off the court. Ranking second in the BIG EAST and top-25 nationally with a touch under six assists per game, Richardson quickly showed the uncanny passing ability that earned her national recognition at Neptune High. Stepping in at the four was Tiffany Jones, who went from a top bench contributor to the top rebounder in the entire BIG EAST, pulling in close to nine caroms per game. Also stepping into a front-court role was center Lubirdia Gordon, who was one of the most improved players across the entire BIG EAST. After averaging under two points and rebounds per game in ’14-15, Gordon started all but one contest and scored 5.5 points per game to go along with 6.8 rebounds, ranking sixth in the BIG EAST on the glass. She also emerged as one of the nation’s top rim-protectors, blocking 2.3 shots per game to place among the national leaders. The lone holdover in the starting five was of course an important one, as Tabatha RichardsonSmith became The Hall’s all-time leading scorer over the course of her senior season and became the first Pirate to win the BIG EAST scoring title with nearly 22 points per game in league action. With its new starting five in place, the Pirates roared out to a 7-0 start that included signature wins over Rutgers, Princeton and North Carolina State. The Hall finished the non-conference slate with a 10-1 record, cracking the national polls prior to the start of league play. The Pirates

rolled their strong start into league play, going 3-0 to open BIG EAST play for the first time ever and matching their best start in program history at 13-1. Marquee wins on the conference slate included an upset at No. 24 DePaul as well as conference sweeps of Butler, Creighton, Providence and Xavier. On Valentine’s Day against Villanova, the Pirates picked up a crucial 60-50 win with Richardson out due to injury. During the contest, Richardson-Smith went off for 27 points and nine rebounds, becoming The Hall’s all-time leading scorer with a fourth-quarter lay-in. Despite being projected to finish fifth in the conference in the preseason poll, The Hall finished with a 12-6 record to tie for second and enter the BIG EAST Tournament with the No. 3 seed. In quarterfinal action Jones turned in one of the greatest performances in the history of the tournament, keying the Pirates to a 93-86 victory. After bowing out in the conference semifinals, the Pirates were still able to hear their name called on Selection Monday. The Hall earned the No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament Bridgeport Region, actually moving up one seed-line over the historic ’14-15 campaign. With a 23-9 overall record on the year, Bozzella’s three-year mark now stands at a sterling 71-29, with his .710 winning percentage the best in Seton Hall history. Despite graduating four starters once again, there is plenty of optimism to believe that the Seton Hall alum can keep the Pirates a perennial contender in the BIG EAST and on the national stage.

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MR. PERFECT

n a cool April evening before a nervous crowd at Owen T. Carroll Field, sophomore Shane McCarthy stamped his placement in college baseball lore, pitching the first Perfect Game in both Seton Hall University and BIG EAST Conference history. A BIG EAST bye weekend, meant the Pirates would welcome a local non-conference rival to South Orange for the weekend of April 15, 16 and 17. Enter LIU-Brooklyn, which came into the series with a 9-19 overall record. The Pirates hadn’t faced the Blackbirds since 2006. Making only his 19th collegiate start, McCarthy wasted little time in establishing his dominance on this historic night, April 15, the series opener against LIU. He needed just eight pitches to retire the Blackbirds in order in the first, and then only four pitches to sit them down in the second inning. In the third inning, he needed only seven more, none of which were balls, and finished the inning with his first strikeout of the evening, sending down Charles Misiano on a called third strike. Through five innings, McCarthy was still perfect. The game however, was no longer in question as the Pirate offense erupted for six runs in the bottom of the fourth and two more

in the fifth to give Seton Hall a commanding 8-0 lead. Remarkably, McCarthy seemed to get stronger as the game progressed. Seven of McCarthy’s eight strikeouts came after the fifth inning. In the top of the sixth, the right-hander struck out the side on only 13 pitches. In the seventh, he struck out Luis Arias to open the frame, his fourth straight strikeout, and need only five more pitches to record outs two and three. In the eighth inning, McCarthy struck out two more batters in route to his eighth clean inning on only 73 pitches. “As much as I tried not to think about it, it’s hard not to when no one is talking to you in the dugout for six or seven innings, so probably around the seven inning mark is when it really started to set in,” McCarthy said. “I felt like my arm strength was there throughout the whole game, and was even better towards the end. I guess the excitement of the game was getting to me and helped propel me through.” With history in sight, McCarthy retired LIU’s Andrew Turner for the first out of the ninth inning on a ground ball to Mikael-Ali Mogues at first base. Mogues calmly flipped the ball to McCarthy covering at first base for the 25th consecutive out of the game. LIU’s Luis Rios

followed with arguably the hardest hit ball of the game for the Blackbirds. The pinch hitter turned on a 1-2 pitch and lined the ball to the left side. Seton Hall shortstop Chris Chiaradio ranged a couple of steps into the hole and snagged the line drive at chest-level for the second out of the inning. With two down in the top of the ninth inning, McCarthy struck out Misiano on a 1-2 pitch in the dirt. Catcher Mike Alescio picked up the ball and fired it to first base for the final out of the game, sending the Pirates into a mad celebration. McCarthy needed just 88 pitches to retire all 27 LIU batters in order for the 27th Perfect Game in NCAA Division I history. Further demonstrating his supreme command, no Blackbird reached a three-ball count in the game, and only three times did an LIU player even collect two balls against McCarthy. He threw a first pitch strike to 22 of the 27 batters. “My fastball command was strong on both the arm side and the glove side, and that really helped us mix up counts, “McCarthy said. “His fastball command was great and we really utilized his slider well as an out pitch,” said Alescio. “The guys behind him made the plays in the field and the rest is history.”

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Sunday, Aug. 30 (MSOC): Senior Eric Lagg scored a goal in the final minute of the first half to give the Pirates a lead in an eventual 1-1 draw with NCAA Tournament squad Furman.

Saturday, Sept. 5 (MXC):

Saturday, Sept. 5 (Volleyball):

Saturday, Sept. 5 (WXC):

Led by sophomores Bryant Cordova and Louis Bustamante seven Pirates record top-20 finishes as the Pirates finish third in the season-opening Monmouth XC Kick-Off.

The Pirates defeated both Hofstra and Temple to win the Seton Hall Classic championship. Amanda Hansen, Grace Forren and Cherise Hennigan were named to the All-Tournament Team.

Senior Amanda Quaglia turned in a top-12 finish to lead the Pirates to a third-place team finish in the season opener at the Monmouth Invitational.

Monday, Sept. 7 (Volleyball):

Monday, Sept. 14 (MGolf):

Sunday, Sept. 20 (WSOC):

Tuesday, Sept. 22 (MGolf):

Saturday, Sept. 26 (MSOC):

Thursday, Oct. 1 (WSOC):

Grace Forren was named BIG EAST Freshman of the Week after excelling in three matches of the Seton Hall Classic, which included two doubledoubles.

Senior David Cha shot a careerbest 5-under-par, 67-70-137, to finish third at the Navy Fall Classic. His 137 for the tournament is the lowest par-71, two-round score in Seton Hall history.

Amanda Gulli’s acrobatic bicycle kick for a golden goal in the 101st minute broke a scoreless draw as the Pirates defeated Albany, 1-0, to earn its first win of the season.

Lloyd Jefferson Go tied for fourth overall with a 6-under-par, 7069-71-210, at the Hartford Hawks Invitational, and led Seton Hall to a fifth place finish. The Pirates’ 871 is the second-lowest three-round, par-72 score in program history.

The Pirates hosted No. 1 Creighton at Owen T. Carroll Field and pushed the nation’s top team to the brink. Andres Arcila scored a goal and added an assist on a Danny Bartok strike that put the Pirates ahead in the 72nd minute. Arcila garnered a spot on the BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll following the match.

Behind a stout defense, the Pirates scored its first-ever win over Marquette, a 1-0 victory that included six saves from goalkeeper Illissa Blackshear. It marked just the fourth time Marquette lost a BIG EAST match since 2012.

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Friday, Oct. 9 (WXC): Behind the first team-leading performance of Desyre Blackburn’s career The Hall earned a top-10 team finish at the Metropolitan Championships.

Monday, Oct. 12 (WGolf): Head coach Sara Doell was named 2015 LPGA National Coach of the Year.

Friday, Oct. 16 (WS&D):

Friday, Oct. 16 (MS&D):

The Pirates total 14 first-place finishes including three each from Tessa Lindner and Sydney Simpson in a dominant opening day sweep of Montclair State and Saint Peter’s.

Freshman Lior Grubert opened his career with a bang, turning in three first-place finishes as the Pirates swept Montclair State and Saint Peter’s on Opening Day. Overall the Pirates recorded eight individual wins in the tri meet.

Saturday, Oct. 17 (Volleyball):

Saturday, Oct. 17 (MXC):

Amanda Hansen became only the ninth player in Seton Hall history to record 1,000 career kills with eight kills in a loss to Villanova.

A first-place finish from junior Victor Ricci led The Hall to a team title at the St. John’s XC Fall Festival.

Wednesday, Oct. 28 (MSOC): The Hall again took a top-10 team down to the wire, battling No. 7 Georgetown to an overtime result in Washington, D.C. The Hall got goals from Danny Bartok and Julian Kennedy in the second half of the match.

Saturday, Oct. 31 (MS&D):

Monday, Nov. 2 (WSOC):

The Hall exploded past BIG EAST rival Providence, nearly doubling up the Friars in a 183-92 victory behind multiples victories each from the freshmen trio of Lior Grubert, David Rowe and Dakota Williams.

TIMELINE

One of the most talented freshmen in the conference, Eva Gonzalez of the Pirates was named to the BIG EAST All-Rookie team, the sixth in team history to be named AllRookie and first since 2010.

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Friday, Nov. 6 (MSOC):

Saturday, Nov. 7 (MS&D):

Friday, Nov. 13 (WBB):

Monday, Nov. 16 (WBB):

Thursday, Nov. 19 (WBB):

Thursday, Nov. 19:

Midfielder Alex Pozesky is named to the BIG EAST All-Rookie Team after playing in all 16 matches and rarely leaving the pitch for The Hall.

The Pirates continued their impressive early season showing against BIG EAST opponents at the Rutgers Tri Meet, knocking off Georgetown and Villanova to improve to 3-1 against league foes.

The Hall opens the 2015-16 campaign with an explosive 93-57 victory over Bryant. The Pirates scored 39 points in the contest’s first quarter, which stood for the remainder of the season as the highest-scoring period for any BIG EAST team.

The Pirates avenge their NCAA Tournament loss from a season ago with a resounding 77-49 victory over Rutgers in a nationallytelevised contest at a sold-out Walsh Gymnasium. The Pirates raised banners for their 2015 BIG EAST Regular Season title and NCAA Tournament appearance prior to the contest.

Four players scored in doublefigures to help The Hall take down No. 24 Princeton by a score of 71-64. The victory snapped a 32game regular season winning streak for the Tigers.

Seton Hall unveiled the completed renovations to Mike Sheppard, Sr. Field, home of Seton Hall’s softball team, and four tennis courts within Ivy Hill Park in Newark.

Friday, Nov. 20 (WS&D): The Hall set a new program record in the 200-meter relay a day after smashing their prior record in the 400-medley relay at the Patriot Invitational. In addition, Megan Mallon set the new programrecord in the 100-meter breast.

Saturday, Nov. 21 (WXC): For the fourthstraight race to close her freshman campaign Kiley Britten turned in a team-best performance at the ECAC Championships.

Monday, Nov. 23 (Volleyball): Senior Amanda Hansen was named BIG EAST Player of the Week after 15 kills, a career-high eight digs and six blocks vs. St. John’s.

Tuesday, Nov. 24 (Volleyball): Tessa Fournier repeated as BIG EAST Libero of the Year. Additionally, she was named to the All-BIG EAST First Team, while teammate Amanda Hansen was named to the Second Team.

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Friday, Nov. 27 (WBB):

Saturday, Dec. 5 (MBB):

Wednesday, Dec. 9:

Saturday, Dec. 19 (MBB):

The Pirates took down Northern Iowa a day after defeating NC State to complete a perfect run at the 2015 Cancun Challenge. Tabatha Richardson-Smith was named Riviera Division MVP after averaging 19.0 points and 7.5 rebounds during the tournament.

Angel Delgado had 14 points and 13 rebounds to secure Joe Calabrese MVP honors as the Pirates routed Rutgers, 84-55, to win its second straight Garden State Hardwood Classic to maintain New Jersey bragging rights.

Seton Hall unveiled a new indoor golf lab situated on the fourth floor of the Richie Regan Athletic Center. The golf lab was built through the generosity of the Torcivia Family Foundation. In addition, the lab’s hitting stalls and portable simulator were generously donated by James ’68/MBA ’78 and Kathleen Leber.

In front of a raucous Prudential Center crowd and a FOX Broadcast Network national television audience, the Pirates won a thrilling game over Wichita State, 80-76 in overtime, behind 18 points from Desi Rodriguez.

Sunday, Jan. 3 (WBB): A season-high six players score in double-figures as the Pirates poured in a season-best 99 points for a dominant 31-point victory over Marquette. With the win the Pirates opened BIG EAST play at 3-0 for the first time in program history.

Friday, Jan. 15 (WS&D): The Pirates got multiple firstplace finishes from Courtney McCardle, Erica Naumann and Kylene Ronayne while Gabby Signorelli swept the diving events to power The Hall to a dominant victory over Rider. The meet signified the first-ever full swimming and diving event broadcasted by the Pirate Sports Network.

Saturday, Jan. 16 (MBB):

Friday, Jan. 29 (WBB):

Saturday, Jan. 30 (MS&D):

Behind a careerhigh 22 points from Khadeen Carrington, the Pirates upset No. 12 Providence, 81-72, to secure their first true road win over a nationally ranked opponent since January 25, 2011.

Aleesha Powell poured in 25 points on a perfect 5-for-5 effort from 3-point range to lead the Pirates to an upset victory at No. 24 DePaul.

The Hall closed the regular season with an impressive showing at the Navy Invitational, claiming victories in 11 of 16 events at the unscored meet.

Monday, Feb. 8 (Tennis): Four members of the Pirates went undefeated in singles play over two matches, headlined by Luize Strike (No. 1) and Hannah Liljekvist (No. 2) each picking up straight-set victories and winning at No. 1 doubles, as the Pirates defeated NJIT and Fairfield to go on a season-best three-match winning streak

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Tuesday, Feb. 16 (MGolf):

Wednesday, Feb. 17 (MBB):

Sunday, Feb. 21 (Softball):

Lloyd Jefferson Go and Gen Nagai both posted top-5 finishes as the Pirates won the Carlton Oaks WIU Invitational. The team victory is the first for Seton Hall since claiming the Navy Fall Classic in September of 2014.

Isaiah Whitehead and Khadeen Carrington combine for 40 points to lift the Pirates to a 72-64 victory at Georgetown, marking the 100th win at Seton Hall for head coach Kevin Willard.

The Pirates defeat Appalachian State by a score of 11-6 to improve to 8-2 on the year, their best start through 10 contests since 2004-05.

Saturday, Feb. 27 (MS&D):

Saturday, Feb. 27 (WS&D):

At the 2016 BIG EAST Championships the Pirates took home five individual gold medals and saw 16 different swimmers record a scoring time. Noah Yanchulis was named BIG EAST Most Outstanding Male Swimmer and Ron Farina earned Coach of the Year honors at the Championships. The performance led to 10 Pirates earning All-BIG EAST honors.

After becoming the first diver in BIG EAST history to win six conference medals, Gabby Signorelli earns her third-straight BIG EAST Most Outstanding Diver Award. Following the BIG EAST Championships, Signorelli along with Megan Mallon and Sydney Simpson earned All-BIG EAST honors.

Sunday, Feb. 28 (MBB):

Tuesday, March 1 (MGolf):

Saturday, March 5 (MBB):

Sunday, March 6 (WBB):

At sold-out Prudential Center on Senior Day, Desi Rodriguez poured in a careerhigh 27 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Pirates to a 90-81 win over No. 5 Xavier, the program’s sixth all-time win over a top-5 nationally ranked team.

Lloyd Jefferson Go tied for fourth at the Loyola Invitational with a 9-under-par, 66-69-72-207, which set a new Seton Hall record for lowest threeround, par-72 score. His 9-underpar ranks as the second-most strokes under par in a tournament at Seton Hall.

Isaiah Whitehead punctuated his incredible regular season with a career-high 33 points to go with five rebounds and five assists, leading the Pirates to an 80-66 win at DePaul to give the Pirates a 12-6 record in BIG EAST, the program’s best conference mark since 1993.

Tiffany Jones turns in one of the best performances in BIG EAST Tournament history with 29 points and 18 rebounds to lead The Hall to a 93-86 victory over Marquette in the BIG EAST quarterfinals.

Wednesday, March 9 (MBB): After finishing the regular season with the program’s best record since 1993 and boasting one of the country’s best defensive units, Pirates head coach Kevin Willard was bestowed BIG EAST Co-Coach of the Year honors. Isaiah Whitehead was named to the All-BIG EAST First Team, while Angel Delgado was an Honorable Mention.

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Thursday, March 10 (MBB):

Friday, March 11 (MBB):

Isaiah Whitehead and Khadeen Carrington combined for 51 points as the Pirates got past Creighton, 81-73, in the quarterfinals of the BIG EAST Tournament, advancing to the semifinals for the second time in three seasons.

For the second time in less than two weeks, the Pirates topped No. 5 Xavier, this time in the BIG EAST semifinals, 87-83, behind a combined 58 points from Khadeen Carrington, Isaiah Whitehead and Angel Delgado.

Saturday, March 12 (MBB): The Pirates made dreams come true on BIG EAST Championship Saturday, defeating Villanova, 69-67, in one of the most thrilling tournament games of all-time as Isaiah Whitehead’s three-point play with under 20 seconds remaining was the difference. Whitehead scored 26 points and was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player as the Pirates captured the league championship for the first time since 1993.

Sunday, March 13 (MBB):

Monday, March 14 (MBB):

For the first time since 2006, the men’s basketball team’s name was called on Selection Sunday as the Pirates earned the BIG EAST automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament and celebrated with fans at Walsh Gym.

For the secondstraight season the Pirates see their name called on Selection Monday, earning the No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament Bridgeport Region.

Wednesday, March 23 (Baseball): Derek Jenkins recorded a program-record six stolen bases in a 5-4 victory over Saint Peter’s. He also went 3-for-4 with a walk and an RBI.

Friday, March 25 (Tennis): Despite playing short-handed, the Pirates lost only two sets during singles play as the Pirates swept Villanova, 7-0, for their first BIG EAST victory of the season.

Saturday, March 26 (Baseball): Freshman Cullen Dana tossed seven hitless innings in Seton Hall’s 11-0 rout of Army in game one of a double-header. He struck out nine and walked two. Saturday, April 2 (Softball): Behind a complete game performance from Madison Strunk and a go-ahead RBI from Alexis Walkden the Pirates knock off Creighton in game one of a BIG EAST double-header. SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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Tuesday, April 12 (MBB):

Tuesday, April 12 (Baseball):

Wednesday, April 13:

Friday, April 15 (Baseball):

Friday, April 15 (WBB):

Sunday, April 17 (Softball):

Isaiah Whitehead of the Pirates was the best player in the New York area in 2015-16 and was honored with the Met Writers Haggerty Award, the 11th player in Seton Hall’s illustrious history to be named the Metropolitan New York Player of the Year. Kevin Willard was also named Met Writers Coach of the Year.

Seton Hall rallied from a 6-2 deficit with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning to shock Rutgers with a 7-6 walk-off victory in 10 innings. Ryan Ramiz drove in the winning run.

Six programs – baseball, men’s basketball, women’s cross country, women’s golf, softball and women’s tennis – were named recipients of the NCAA’s APR Public Recognition Award for boasting an Academic Progress Rate in the top 10 percent of their respective sports. All six teams had a perfect APR of 1000.

Shane McCarthy pitched the first perfect game in both Seton Hall and BIG EAST Conference history in a 10-0 rout of LIU-Brooklyn. The sophomore needed only 88 pitches and struck out eight batters for the 27th perfect game in NCAA Division I history.

Shakena Richardson became the first WNBA Draft pick in Seton Hall history, going to the Dallas Wings in the third round.

Chrisa Head homered and drove in four runs while Alexis Walkden had four hits and also went deep to lead the Pirates to a series-clinching 6-5 victory in a rubber game at Georgetown.

Thursday, April 21 (WGolf): Senior Megan Tenhundfeld and sophomore Cassie Pantelas were named to the All-BIG EAST Second Team.

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Friday, April 22 (Baseball):

Saturday, April 23 (Softball):

Saturday, April 24 (WGolf):

Trailing Villanova 3-0 with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, the Pirates rallied for three runs to tie the game, before winning it on a walk-off double by Zack Weigel in the 11th winning.

The Pirates come up with not one but two walkoff victories in a doubleheader sweep of Providence. Valerie Suto had the game-winning sacrifice fly to plate Brianna Wallace in game one before Alexis Walkden scored on an error after a game-tying triple in game two.

The Pirates won their third straight BIG EAST Championship with a 12-stroke victory over Georgetown. Cassie Pantelas and Karlie Zabrosky were named to the AllTournament Team.

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Tuesday, May 3 (MGolf):

Wednesday, May 4:

Lloyd Jefferson Go became the third BIG EAST individual champion in Seton Hall history with a three-stroke victory at Callawassie Island. Go won the event on the strength of a course-record 7-under-par, 65, in round two.

Pirate Blue raised over $207,000 on Donor Matching Day 2016, a new record. The Pirates received a donation from a supporter in all 50 U.S. States, and men’s basketball head coach Kevin Willard matched all donations by 30%.

Saturday, May 7 (WGolf): The Pirates completed play at the 2016 NCAA Stanford Regional, placing 18th. It’s the third straight year that the Pirates have qualified for the national event.

Wednesday, May 11 (Softball): Ragen Reddick and Alexis Walkden collect All-BIG EAST honors following the conclusion of the regular season. Reddick becomes the second-straight SHU freshman to earn All-Conference honors and Walkden became a two-time All-BIG EAST performer as only a sophomore.

Thursday, May 12, 2016 (Tennis):

Friday, May 13 (MGolf):

Sunday, May 15 (Baseball):

Wednesday, May 18 (MGolf):

Hannah Liljekvist was named AllBIG EAST for a third consecutive season, making her just the second in program history to garner three all-conference selections. She finished the season 12-6 at No. 2 singles.

Junior Lloyd Jefferson Go was named BIG EAST Player of the Year. Two weeks prior, he was named to the All-BIG EAST First Team.

Cullen Dana tossed his first career completegame shutout in a crucial 7-0 seriesclinching victory over St. John’s, the BIG EAST’s top offensive team.

Lloyd Jefferson Go completed play at the 2016 NCAA Kohler Regional. It’s the first time a Seton Hall men’s golfer competed at the NCAA Regional level since 2001.

Monday, May 23: Five influential contributors to the success of Seton Hall Athletics were immortalized as Kristen Downing ’97, Andre McCloud ’86, Father Frank McNulty, George Nazario ’91 and Thomas Sharkey ’54 were inducted into the Seton Hall Athletics Hall of Fame.

Wednesday, May 25 (Baseball):

Saturday, June 11 (Baseball):

Thursday, June 23 (MBB):

Derek Jenkins and Shane McCarthy were named to the All-BIG EAST First Team, while teammates Cullen Dana and Zack Weigel earned Second Team status.

Derek Jenkins was selected in the 26th round of the MLB First-Year Player Draft by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

Coming off one of the greatest seasons in Seton Hall history, Isaiah Whitehead was selected by the Utah Jazz in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft, and then traded to the Brooklyn Nets, becoming the first Pirates’ draft selection since 2001.

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2016 Hall of Fame Class

Head Baseball Coach Rob Sheppard with Mike Lucciola ‘83 and AD, Pat Lyons

ive influential contributors to the success of Seton Hall Athletics were immortalized Monday night as Kristen Downing ’97, Andre McCloud ’86, Father Frank McNulty, George Nazario ’91 and Thomas Sharkey ’54 were inducted into the Seton Hall Athletics Hall of Fame at Fairmount Country Club. Originally from Melrose, Mass., and a graduate of Melrose High School, Downing is Seton Hall’s all-time leader in singles wins (86) and total wins (155), helping the women’s tennis program establish itself as a top-tier BIG EAST program and earn the team’s first-ever NCAA Championship qualification in 1996. She began with an incredible freshman season that saw her go unbeaten in dual matches (14-0) and 26-4 overall. She then helped the Pirates to a BIG EAST runner-up finish as a sophomore and dominated as a junior and senior, winning the ECAC doubles championship in 1996, the year the Pirates also went to the NCAA East Regional. Overall, she had a 27-12 record in BIG EAST singles matches, all coming at the No. 1 position. A Washington, D.C., native and graduate of H.D. Woodson High School, McCloud is one of Seton Hall’s most prolific scorers of all-time and one of the first Pirates stars of the BIG EAST era. The first recruit signed by legendary head coach P.J. Carlesimo, McCloud scored 1,976 career points, which was fourth-most all-time when he graduated and still ranks

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Inductee Andre McCloud ’86 (center) and family

Inductee Kristen Downing ‘97 with family and friends

Ian Hennessy ‘91, Manfred Schellscheidt, John Murphy ‘92 and George Nazario ‘91

Men’s Soccer Alumni

hall of fame sixth in the Seton Hall record book today. He was Seton Hall’s first Metropolitan Basketball Writers Rookie of the Year in 1983 and was a four-time All-Met selection. He also was BIG EAST All-Freshman in 1983 and All-BIG EAST third team in 1984 and in 1985, when he was the conference’s scoring champion at 20.5 points per game. He also was the first Pirate to lead the team in scoring all four years and led the team in rebounding in his first three seasons. A native of Bayonne, N.J., McNulty served as the team chaplain for the men’s basketball team from 1996-2006 and was a part of three NCAA Tournament teams in 2000, 2004 and 2006, including the program’s run to the Sweet Sixteen in 2000. A member of the clergy for over 60 years, Father McNulty taught moral and pastoral theology for 18 years at the Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall. He achieved great honor in 1987 when the National Council of Catholic Bishops chose him to address Pope John Paul II on behalf of the nation’s priests during His Holiness’ visit to the United States. Originally from Union, N.J., and a graduate of Union High School, Nazario was one of the most successful men’s soccer players of all-time at Seton Hall. He was a member of the 1986 team that was the first Seton Hall program to win a BIG EAST Championship, and in total was a member of four NCAA Tournament teams (1986, 1987, 1988, 1990)

and three BIG EAST Championship winning squads (1986, 1987, 1990). A stalwart in the backfield, Nazario was one of the best defenders in program history. He is the only Pirate to ever be named BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year, earning the honor in 1990. He also was 1987 BIG EAST South Division Co-Player of the Year, three-time first-team All-Mid Atlantic Region and three-time first-team All-New Jersey. Now coaching, Nazario has served as the head men’s soccer coach at The College of New Jersey for 20 seasons, compiling a 209-148-43 record, reaching the NCAA Div. III Tournament four times and winning the 1996 Div. III national championship. Originally from Elizabeth, N.J., and a graduate of Seton Hall Prep, Sharkey played baseball at Seton Hall and went on to pitch in the Detroit Tigers organization for three years and serve in the United States Military for two years. The former chairman of Bank of America Corporate Insurance Agency and chairman of Meeker Sharkey Associates, Sharkey has been heavily involved with Seton Hall University, having served on the Board of Regents, including as vice chair, and as the chair of Ever Forward: The Seton Hall Sesquicentennial Campaign. He and his wife, Ruth, are longtime Pirate Blue supporters, and also made numerous contributions to the Stillman School of Business. One of his many gifts supported the creation of the Seton Hall Sports Poll Conducted by the Sharkey Institute.

Athletic Director, Patrick Lyons and John Swift ‘60

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2015 Pirate Blue Beefsteak

Andreia and Jim DiPietropolo ‘96 with Khadeen Carrington and Angel Delgado

Cora Meehan, Emily Hansinger and Julian Spindler with Jim O’Brien ‘82

Diana Tsao, Julie Kessler, Gerard Touhey ‘91, Ryan Touhey

pirate blue Josephine Esteban, University President Dr. A. Gabriel Esteban, Joe Hughes ‘71, Coach Kevin Willard and Julie Willard

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Maria Bozzella ‘88, Coach Tony Bozzella ‘89 and Bob Zimmerer ‘81

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Cindy and Joe Attanasi ‘83

Coach Kevin Willard with Colleen and Hank D’Alessandro ‘85

F. Michael Giles with Myles Carter

John Goncalves ‘05, Bryan Felt ‘97, Anthony Trapasso, Craig McGraw ‘05

events Members of the 2015-16 Women’s Basketball Team

Members of the Men’s Basketball team with Pirate Blue supporters

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he Pirate Blue Athletic Fund once again had a record breaking year in raising just over $2.6 million dollars for fiscal year 2016 (July â&#x20AC;&#x2122;15-June â&#x20AC;&#x2122;16) from over 2,000 donors. Thank you to the generosity of friends, family, students

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and alumni of Seton Hall, we have continued to provide our student-athletes with the best experience possible. With the renovations of the tennis courts, Mike Sheppard Sr. Softball Field, Richie Regan Recreation Center Lobby and the Hall of Fame being complete, Seton

Hall Athletics and the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund thank you for your support. There are more projects on the horizon and we look forward to your support of the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund and the Pride and Excellence Capital Campaign in the future.

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PIRATE BLUE DONOR MATCHING DAY D onor Matching Day was an outstanding success, and the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund has its loyal members to thank for it. In the fifth installment of the 24-hour fundraising period, Pirate Blue raised a record amount of over $207,000 from over 350 donors of alumni, fans, friends and current and former student-athletes. The highlight of the day was receiving a donation from a supporter in each of the 50

U.S. States, which triggered a $50,000 gift from an anonymous donor. Pirate Blue secured the final state, South Dakota, in the 7 p.m., hour. The day was also highlighted by menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball head coach Kevin Willard, who matched all the gifts received on Donor Matching Day by 30 percent. His contribution pushed the gift total over the $200,000 mark for the first time.

The Pirate Blue Athletic Fund directly supports the Seton Hall Department of Athletics and its student-athletes. Pirate Blue strives to embrace and engage the most dedicated Pirate fans within the Seton Hall community to further promote the passion and camaraderie that makes the University so unique. Donor Matching Day is not the only day you can donate; you can make a tax-deductible contribution and join Pirate Blue today and any day of the year by calling 973-275-6447 or visiting PirateBlue.com.

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Former Men’s Basketball Student-Athletes, `Daryll Walker ‘91, Bryan Caver ‘94 and Jerry Walker ‘93

Pirate Pride Challenge

he fourth annual Pirate Pride Challenge (PPC) took place during the Spring of 2016. The PPC was formatted as a bracket-style fundraising contest between all current and former student-athletes to help their teams. Every two weeks in the month of March and April, teams matched up against another Pirate program, and competed for the higher participation rate from all current and former Student-Athletes. The 2016 Pirate Pride Challenge was captured by the volleyball team who earned its second championship since the inaugural PPC in 2013! The program took control of the two-month challenge and defeated baseball in the final round for the ultimate prize of $5,000, which directly benefits their program. Volleyball had great support from its alumni base as the team overpowered baseball, which was also the 2015 PPC runner-up. Pirate Blue and Seton Hall Athletics would like to thank all of our former Pirates for their contributions during the 2016 Pirate Pride Challenge. We had over 200 former Pirates donate during this year’s Challenge and had 100% participation from all current Pirate student-athletes.

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Pirate Blue Beefsteak Dinner

n what has become a signature event on the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund calendar, the seventh annual Beefsteak Dinner, held at historic Walsh Gymnasium, was a tremendous success on Oct. 5, 2015. The fundraiser brought in $100,000 to support student-athletes, including a new event record of over $50,000 raised through the silent auction. The Beefsteak Dinner serves as an opportunity for Pirates fans, Pirate Blue supporters and alumni to meet the Seton Hall men’s & women’s basketball teams, serving as the unofficial “tip-off” to the season. “This is one of our favorite nights of the year as we bring together our men’s and women’s basketball teams with our loyal Pirate Blue supporters,” Seton Hall Vice President & Director of Athletics and Recreation Pat Lyons said. “Thank you to our Beefsteak attendees, our terrific sponsors and everyone who

participated in our silent auction. You all have a great impact on our student-athletes and the experience they receive here at Seton Hall.” The silent auction featured many outstanding items including tickets to pro sporting events across all major sports in New York, country club foursomes, autographed memorabilia from numerous local sports teams, special Seton Hall experiences and more. This year, the silent auction was not limited to Beefsteak attendees, as it was made available to anyone with an Internet connection across the world. Pirate Blue thanks all Beefsteak Dinner sponsors, especially the full court sponsors of Gourmet Dining Services, Hodges Party Rental and The O’Brien and Sloan Families. The eighth annual Beefsteak Dinner is set for Thursday, Oct. 13 at historic Walsh Gymnasium at 6 p.m. For information on registration, visit PirateBlue.com or call (973) 275-6447. SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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DONORS of the PRIDE & EXCELLENCE CAMPAIGN

Tabatha Richardson-Smith ‘16 and Patrick M. Murray ‘64, MBA ‘72

ith a tradition of nationallyranked teams in both men’s and women’s sports, AllAmerica and All-Academic recognition for our studentathletes, and a growing number of alumni garnering headlines in the professional ranks, it is an exciting time to be associated with Pirate Athletics. Seton Hall University Athletics is in the midst of its first major comprehensive campaign to raise funds for essential student-athlete facility projects and renovations, and we are reaching out to our loyal alumni and friends for your support of our Pride & Excellence campaign. Pirate Pride defines what it means to be a Pirate. It was, and continues to be, that same pirate pride that guides us in our everyday

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activity now. We have also made it our mission to achieve excellence in everything we do as it is our leading principle in our everyday department activity. We will always strive to have Pirate Pride and Excellence in everything we do. Therefore, what we have now is the “Pride and Excellence” campaign for Seton Hall Athletics. Many initial projects have already been completed, with the construction of new locker room facilities for all of Seton Hall’s Olympic sports, a new varsity weight room and team video room were completed in 2015. Renovations to the Mike Sheppard Softball Field and varsity tennis courts, in addition to the creation of a high-tech Golf Lab occurred in 2016. Future projects now include a new lobby for the Richie Regan Recreation Center, a dedicated Hall of Fame area and new administrative offices.

Your annual support of Pirate Blue will continue to remain critical to Seton Hall University Athletics success, while the Pride & Excellence campaign will enable us to raise capital funds for larger facility projects on a regular basis. Your generous support of the Seton Hall Athletics Capital Campaign will play a key role in the continuing advancement of our entire athletic program and in the lives of more than 200 young men and women who wear a Seton Hall uniform. Pirate Blue is proud to recognize those who have gone the extra mile in support of the Pirates. All gifts and pledges to our past capital projects and the current “Pride & Excellence” campaign are essential to the overall success of our teams and programs. The following page is a listing of generous donors who have contributed over the past year.

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Joseph D. ‘69 and Sherri Abruzzese James C. Adamczyk ‘73 William B. ‘66 and Darlene L. Aimetti Daniel ‘85 and Jean M. Apruzzese Vincent E. and Barbara Ardery Vincent ‘95/M.P.A. ‘99 and Dominique Auteri John T. ‘71 and Denise A. Baier Stacie M. Ballou ‘14 Kevin J. ‘77 and Susan Barber Jon and Barbara Basalone Nicole Battaglia ‘12 Bay Lea Chiropractic Centre William A. ‘67 and Karen G. Belfer Mary Ann and Russell L. Benson Brian S. Berglund ‘98/MAE ‘00 Terry Grosenheider and Ave M. Bie Kurt T. ‘61 and Elizabeth Borowsky James T. ‘79/J.D.’82 and Linda Boyle Anthony ‘89 and Marie Bozzella ‘89 Benjamin, J.D.’83 and Christine Bucca, J.D.’84 Joseph T. ‘93 and Jill Burkhard Ronald J. Bushwell Ronald W. ‘67 and Nancy J. Butkiewicz Peter M. ‘03 and Maureen Byrne Martin P. Caffrey ‘74 David Calabrese ‘82 Brian F. ‘85 and Sandra Canavan Stacey J. Carl ‘99 Craig and Suzanne Carson Richard Cerone ‘76 Xiaoyan Chen Church of the Presentation Howard Y. and Louise Clarke Michael A. ‘86 and Elizabeth M. Cocco Anthony P. ‘72 and Adrienne C. Colavita Thomas W. ‘50 and Mary B. Collinson Adrian L. ‘71 and Susan Connolly Henry M. ‘54 and Pauline Cooper Edward C. ‘86 and Lynn Coppola Helen A. Cunning ‘81/M.A. ‘96 and William Coughlin John J. ‘74 and Faith Cust Henry F. ‘85 and Colleen D’Alessandro Frank D’Amato ‘92 Jim and Carolyn Damron Catherine E. Daniels ‘83/M.A.’96 Steven ‘76 and Karen Devcich ‘78 James M. Di Pietropolo ‘96/Adison & Partners LLC Carl and Jean Dietze Charles W. ‘56* and Joyce Doehler Sara L. Doell William E. Dolan Ellen R. ‘87 and Howard J. Dombroski Francis M. and Anne M. Donlon Durkin & Durkin, LLP Thomas E. Durkin William J. ‘79 and Teresa Egan Joseph W.’65/M.B.A. ‘69 and Sheila Fallon Judith A. Ferraro ‘66/M.A.E. Theodore C. ‘81 and Maureen L. Ferraro Robert E. and Wendy Fetterly/Reliance Graphics Thomas F. ‘92 and Tiffany E. Field Walter J. ‘65 and Diane Finnegan Theodore A. Fiore ‘62 David L. ‘89/M.A.’95 and Karen T. Flood Dale and Kathleen Fouse Joseph P. ‘57/M.B.A. ‘63 and Lucille A. Freeman Alfred J. Frungillo/Gourmet Dining LLC David P. ‘89 and MaryAnn Gagliano Charles F. ‘74/M.B.A. and Dolores Galanaugh Joseph J. Galfy ‘61/J.D. ‘64 Mark E. ‘91 and Megan M. Ganton Clint E. ‘95 and Amy R. Gehring James F. ‘78/M.B.A. ‘80 and Amy Gibbons

Daniel J. ‘73 and Roxanne Gioseffi Janice C. Giuliano Paul L. Golba Granard Pharmaceutical Terry Grosenheider and Ave M. Bie Allen and Rosemary Gross Charles R. ‘64 and Eileen Guariglia Joseph Guasconi Steven M. ‘98 and Erica J. Haddad Francis J. and Kathleen Hager Joseph ‘86 and Mary Lynn Hehl Greg J. and Jillene Herenda Vincent J. ‘56 and Joan Higgins Paul L. ‘82 and Denise M. Huether Joseph J. ‘71 and Lorraine A. Hughes ‘72/M.B.A.’81 Christopher Hynes M.A.’85/EDS ‘86/MDM ‘92 James H. Imholz ‘52 James A. ‘63 and Jolan F. Ippolito David T. ‘94 and Deirdre Jensen Joseph C. Kacirek ‘81 M.A. Francis X. Keegan ‘60 John C. Kelly ‘63/M.B.A. ‘68 Michael E. Kelly ‘62 Susannah M. Kennedy Charles Killeen/Acrow Corporation of America Thomas S. ‘64/J.D. ‘67 and Sherryl H. Kirschenbaum Kevin and Joan Knee Charles R. Knothe ‘66 Thomas W.’75 and Elaine Kober Kevin and Lynn Kruse John and Barbara Kubowicz ‘70 MAE Stephen P. Kuchen ‘83 Kenneth F. and Anne D. Kunzman Ian V. Lagowitz Anthony T. LaGrasso ‘07 Kevin J. Lanahan Joseph P., JD ‘72 and Debra A. LaSala William and Mary Laverty ‘74 John R.’75 and Mary Lawrence James M. ‘68 and Kathleen Leber Thaddeus S. ‘51 and Martha Lepcio Charles W. ‘72 and Christine M. Levitsky Todd and Heather Lindsley Thomas ‘83 and Elizabeth M. Long ‘84 Nicole Longobardo ‘12 Vincent W. ‘60 and Marion Lorenzo Michael J. ‘83/M.B.A.’87 and Helen Lucciola Patrick and Rachel Lyons Jason Mackey Paul D. ‘72 and Jeanette Magna Walter and Christina Maier David B. and Miladys Mandel Richard B. Mandelbaum and Lianne AbramsMandelbaum George ‘93 and Holly Manuelian ‘94 Arnold D. ‘72 and Patricia Manzo Angelo ‘61 and Louise C. Marotta Joseph J., EDS ‘01/ EDD ‘09 and Lysa D. Martinelli Christopher S. ‘98 and Marcy L. Martinovic ‘98 Doug and Nancy McClure Matthew ‘03/M.A. and Erin McCue Thomas J. McEvoy Brian J. McGee ‘99 Matthew McGrath Craig ‘05 and Tara McGraw ‘04 Joseph J. ‘59/M.B.A. ‘75 and Nancy Mctighe Charles P. ‘66 and Lourdes Z. Mitchel, ‘91/EDD Kathryn R. ‘96 and Timothy Moloughney John J. ‘64 and Rosemarie Monteleone Debby Murphy Daniel H. ‘57 and Patricia E. Murray Patrick M. '64/MBA '72 and Mary Ann Pfaff Murray Michael E. Murzenski ‘91

Julius A. ‘58 and Carol Nicolai William T. ‘55 and Jane C. Nolan David Nolan ‘91/M.B.A. ‘93 Joseph C. Noto ‘62 Joseph J. and H. Lynne Oakes James M. ‘82 and Judy A. O’Brien Patrick and Cathy O’Brien ‘92 William M. ‘62 and Arlene F. Odell Anthony T. ‘82/M.P.A. ‘97 and Loriann Orlando Robert ‘72 and Eileen O’Neil Gust and Carmen Pantelas Gerald A. Pavlick ‘87 James E. and M. Diane Pettigrew Seth W. ‘99 and Sheryl L. Pillo ‘99/M.A. ‘02 Robert J. ‘59 and Barbara A. Phillips Salvatore P. and Jeannette Podgorski Nicholas and Anne Poduslenko Pro Awards Corp. Paul L. Ramee Sean E. ‘99 and Monica L. Ramsden Elizabeth L. Rathbun ‘09/M.A.E. ‘12 William F. Rhatican ‘62 Arnold W. ‘55 and Carol A. Ring Joseph S. ‘59/MD ‘63 and Barbara J. Ritter Felix N. Roman ‘92 and Crisy Rivera/RTC Roman & Co., PSC Jayne M. Ross J.D.’82/M.B.A.’82 Keith ‘97/M.B.A.’02 and Andrea Sadlowski Kazbek A. Said ‘02 David W. Sampson ‘10 Carl J.’54 and Sally Santolli Peter J. Salzano ‘82 Santo M. ‘84 and Denise Scaglione Nicholas R. Scalera ‘63 Manfred and Annette Schellscheidt David Schlageter Brian ‘94 and Christine Schunke ‘95 Gary A. ‘61 and Susan M. Scott Jim J. Semerad ‘05/M.B.A. ‘11 Thomas and Ruth Sharkey Family Foundation Michael J. ‘58/M.A.’67 and Phyllis A. Sheppard Robert J., ‘86/M.B.A. and Marie R. Sloan Richard ‘75 and Joy N. Sposta Richard F. and Patrice Sprenger William M.’76 and Maryjane Staats ‘76 John F. Swift ‘60 James and Karen Tenhundfeld Gregory E. and Lenore A. Terhune Bruce A. ‘69 and Carol Tomason Joseph A. Torcivia J.D. ‘85/The Torcivia Family Foundation Gerard M. Touhey ‘91 and Julie F. Kessler William and Barbara Tucker George R. ‘77 and Ellen Twill Todd Vannucci Christopher ‘80 and Nancy Walrath Arthur F. ‘70 and Laurita Warner M.B.A.’75 Mark P. and Cynthia Warren Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. William H. Watson ‘64 Kevin and Julie Willard Gary D. ‘71 and Mary O. Wolfe Dana Wright Robert ‘67 and Helen Wright A. Zachary ‘65/M.A. ‘66 and Trish Yamba Edward M. and Nora H. Young Salvatore Zacchia Dan Zanella * deceased

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completed Previous completed projects in recent years include: • Fitness Center • Owen T. Carroll Field scoreboard • Men’s Basketball Locker room renovation • Center for Sports Medicine • Charles W. Doehler Academic Center • Varsity Weight Room • Varsity Locker Rooms

Golf Lab

art of the Pride & Excellence Campaign, the Golf Lab was built through the generosity of the Torcivia Family Foundation. In addition, the lab’s hitting stalls and portable simulator were generously donated by James ’68/MBA ’78 and Kathleen Leber.

“The golf lab is the latest facility upgrade we are proud to deliver to our student-athletes, who will greatly benefit from being able to practice indoors year around, especially in inclement weather,” Seton Hall Vice President and Director of Athletics & Recreation Pat Lyons said. “I’d like to thank the Torcivia Family Foundation for providing the lead gift that made this project possible, and I’d like to thank the Leber family for helping us outfit the room to give our men’s and women’s golfers the best equipment possible. “Our men’s and women’s golf programs have developed into annual contenders for the BIG EAST Championship, and the addition of a golf lab will help our student-athletes compete for those titles and help bring future Pirates golfers here to compete for championships for years to come.” The 2,760-square-foot golf lab features the hitting stalls donated by the Leber Family that includes a state-of-the-art Trackman portable simulator with projection screen. The lab simulates the full golf experience with multiple chipping areas, including fringe/chipping areas with different rough lengths, uphill chipping area, a putting lab and a simulated sand trap.

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projects Mike Sheppard Field & Tennis Courts

n continuing to enhance the student-athlete experience at Seton Hall University through facility transformation, the Department of Athletics has unveiled the completed renovations to Mike Sheppard, Sr. Field and four tennis courts within Ivy Hill Park in Newark.

“We are ecstatic to deliver first-class facilities to our softball and tennis teams as we continue to place a priority on the student-athlete experience,” Seton Hall Vice President and Director of Athletics & Recreation Pat Lyons said. “With the improvements we have made, we feel that we have given our student-athletes a home field advantage and have given recruits another reason to choose Seton Hall University.” Mike Sheppard, Sr. Field has been the home for Pirates softball since 2005. The field is named for the legendary Pirates baseball head coach who led Seton Hall to 12 NCAA Tournament appearances and back-toback College World Series berths in 1974-75. Improvements made to the facility include: brand new synthetic turf both on the infield and the outfield; raised bleachers that have increased the capacity to 700 and will provide better viewing angles; a press box that will accommodate game operations as well as television and radio productions; batting cages within the bullpens for both home and away teams; bench seating and cubbies within each dugout. The four tennis courts were completely rebuilt with a new playing surface, surface coating, fencing, nets and trash receptacles. The courts also include new lights. Keeping its mission of providing a top-notch experience for its studentathletes in mind, Seton Hall Athletics continues to transform facilities, giving the Pirates some of the best spaces, not only in the BIG EAST, but the entire nation. Within just the last two years under Lyons, the athletics department has opened the Charles W. Doehler Academic Center, the Center for Sports Medicine, the new recreation & fitness center, the new Varsity Weight Room, the Varsity Film Room and the new Varsity Locker Rooms. In addition, a new LED scoreboard was added to Owen T. Carroll Field. SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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In Development

art of Seton Hall’s Pride & Excellence Campaign, the renovation of the Richie Regan Athletics Center lobby will bring an exciting new look that will be inviting to all who enter. The Seton Hall branded lobby will feature a new entrance, new administrative offices and a brand new Hall of Fame exhibit that will be a celebration of The Hall’s rich athletics tradition, recognize the members of the Hall of Fame, commemorate top student-athletes and teams and serve as a gathering place for events.

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A major renovation to the administrative offices, which currently sit on the third floor of the Richie Regan Athletic Center, is also ongoing. The offices, conference room and kitchen will be reconfigured to deliver better work and meeting environments. Each office will receive new furniture and flat screen television connections. New carpeting and décor that matches the aesthetics of the building’s other renovations will be installed, and they will be branded with Seton Hall marks and colors.

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Honor roll of donors

Angel Delgado, Willie Worsley, Myles Carter, Sid McCready ‘55, Dalton Soffer

HALL OF FAME CLUB ($50,000 +) James M. ‘82 and Judy A. O’Brien The Walsh Family/Sandy Hill Foundation LEGEND’S CLUB ($25,000 +) Edward and Julia Johnson Cerny Henry F. ‘85 and Colleen D’Alessandro Alfred J. and Hope Frungillo/Gourmet Dining Services David B. ‘63 and Janellen Gerstein John W. ‘68 and Charlotte Lavery/Lavery Foundation CHAMPIONSHIP CLUB ($20,000 - $24,999) David Lachs Kevin H. ‘84/J.D. and Rita A. Marino ‘94/M.A.E. John McLaughlin/Allied Building Products Joseph A. Torcivia, J.D. ‘85/Torcon, Inc. ATHLETIC DIRECTOR’S CLUB ($10,000 $19,999) Anonymous Mary Beth ‘78 and Michael Childs/ MBC Marketing, LLC Adrian L. ‘71 and Susan Connolly James M. Di Pietropolo ‘96/Adison & Partners LLC Dr. Anthony Festa/New Jersey Orthopaedic Institute LLC Robert E. and Wendy Fetterly/Reliance Graphics

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Richard A. Giuditta ‘92, J.D. ‘96/Bevan, Mosca, Giuditta & Zarillo, P.C. Michael B. ‘03 and Aliza Gratale ‘03 John R. ‘75 and Mary Lawrence Richard C. ‘87 and Caroline F. McMahon Patrick M.’64/ M.B.A. ‘72 and Mary Ann P. Murray Michael E. Murzenski ‘91 Julius A. ‘58 and Carol L. Nicolai Richard A. ‘87 and Laura Palumbo Thomas J. ‘54 and Ruth Sharkey John F. Swift ‘60 Gerard M. Touhey ‘91 and Julie F. Kessler Stephen G. ‘89 and Anastasia E. Waldis ‘90 Kevin and Julie Willard COACH’S CLUB ($7,500 - $9,999) Lawrence E. Bathgate/Bathgate, Wegener, & Wolf P.C Roy Steele/Hodges Party Rentals Harold S. ‘55 and Judith McCready Leo J. ‘78/M.B.A. ‘84/M.S.T.’86 and Janet M. Zatta/FBR Sahm Foundation MVP CLUB ($5,000 - $7,499) Daniel ‘85 and Jean M. Apruzzese Maury ‘70/J.D. ‘76 and Robin Cartine Sari and Anthony Caruso/Caruso Smith Picini P.C. David A. ‘83 and Dayna Layton Claxton, M.A. ‘96 Anthony P. ‘72 and Adrienne C. Colavita

J. M. and Mary L. Comey Thomas B. ‘86/J.D. ‘89 and Anne E. Considine Robert J. ‘69 and Susan Dibenedetto Ralph ‘98/M.S.T. and Marylee R. Evangelista/ Frazer, Evangelista & Company, LLC Joseph W. ‘65 /M.B.A. ‘69 and Sheila Fallon Ellen M. Fitzpatrick Catherine ‘76 and Dennis M. Flynn ‘76 Mark E. ‘91 and Megan M. Ganton Katherine Garay MSN ‘82/Seymour & Katherine Garay Foundation Kevin E. Golding Joseph J. ‘71 and Lorraine A. Hughes ‘72/M.B.A. ‘82/Country Club Services, Inc. John C. Kelly ‘63 Henry J. ‘81 and Diane L. Knipper Mark S., J.D..’81 and Laurie A. Kundla, J.D. ‘83/Hardin, Kundla, McKeon & Poletto & Polifroni, P.A. Ian V. Lagowitz Michael P. ‘88/MBA ‘91 and Cherie A. Leanza ‘90/MHA ‘99 Michael J. ‘83/M.B.A.’87 and Helen Lucciola Phillip N. and Mary Alice Maisano Richard B. and Lianne Abrams-Mandelbaum Anthony J. ‘90 and Luciana Masherelli Keith A. McKenna, PC Ronald M. Mushock ‘90 Lawrence R. ‘70 and Suzanne Noll Thomas H. and Sally O’Brien

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James P. ‘58 and Barbara I. Penders Richard D. ‘66 and Sharon O. Riva Keith ‘97/M.B.A. ‘02 and Andrea Sadlowski David Schlageter Joseph Scott/Mayrich Construction Corp. Robert J. ‘86/MBA and Marie R. Sloan Solutions Architecture William M. ‘76 and Maryjane Staats ‘76 Russell W. Steenberg Temco Service Industries, Inc. Robert Zimmerer ‘81/ J.D. ‘84/Zimmerer, Murray, Conyngham & Kunzier ALL-AMERICAN CLUB ($3,000 - $4,999) Anonymous William B. ‘66 and Darlene L. Aimetti Vincent ‘95/M.P.A. ‘99 and Dominique Auteri Robert S. ‘67 and Mary A. Basso/The BassoHealy Foundation Thomas G. Berube ‘64 James T. ‘79/J.D. ‘82 and Linda Boyle Anthony J. ‘89 and Maria Bozzella James Braaten Joseph T. ‘93 and Jill Burkhard Martin P. Caffrey ‘74 Peter Christou ‘98 Daniel Davitt ‘77 / WB Wood Thomas F. Field ‘92 Robert ‘95 and Tracey Figurelli The Karpowic Family Kenneth F. and Anne D. Kunzman Joseph P. ‘72/J.D. and Debra A. LaSala Anthony ‘80 and Rose LoCastro/Medical Management Associates Kevin D. and Deborah L. Mahn Matthew H. ‘83 and Maria K. Mahon ‘83 George M. ‘93 and Holly A. Manuelian ‘94 Anthony ‘64 and Pamela Marhan Craig R. McGraw ‘05 Paul ‘88/M.S.T. ‘93 and Karen A. Mlynarski ‘88 John J. ‘67 and Barbara L. Murray The Regan Family Andrew J. Renna ‘75 Retailers & Manufacturers Distribution Michael J. ‘91/M.B.A. and Susanne LucciolaRicca ‘91/M.B.A. Jayne M. Ross J.D.’82/M.B.A.’82 William M. ‘89 and Michele Ross Robert J. ‘67 and Joanne E. Roth Eric ‘85 and Annaliese Schnieder-Rush ‘86/M.B.A. ‘90 Anthony Trapasso Under Armour Inc. Gary D. ‘71 and Mary O. Wolfe ALL-CONFERENCE CLUB ($2,000 - $2,999) Michael Aquino’98 Raymond M. ‘72 and Christina Arszulowicz Scott W. ‘87 and Maureen Badger Stephen T. ‘73 and Barbara A. Boland ‘74/M.A. ‘80 Kurt T. ‘61 and Elizabeth Borowsky/The PICK Foundation Domenick ‘85/JD ‘88 and Gabriella Carmagnola Yaakov Chase Vincent A. and Julia M. Cino Dean E. ‘68 and Jessica Cole Ryan Colich Joseph C. ‘76 and Anne B. Connor ‘78/M.P.A. ‘94 Edwin P. ‘56 and Carol A. Crowell David ‘77 and Patricia A. D’Angelo David ‘77 and MaryJane D’Arcangelo Christopher ‘78 and Maria Delauro ‘79

William J. ‘58 and Carol Eyres Theodore C. ‘81 and Maureen L. Ferraro Pamela ‘93/M.A.E. 7P.H.D. ‘00 and Michael Foley Russell R. ‘66/M.B.A. ‘77 and Carole E. Forenza William E. Frese, J.D. ‘73/PSE&G Carl Gargiulo Jeffrey M. and Elaine C. Garrod Vincent D. ‘52/J.D. ‘55 and Erica Gautieri Brian ‘76 and Carol Giovinazzi John F. ‘68 and Cheryl A. Grant ‘83/M.A.E. Andrew Hanlon Hollister Construction Services Robert Hooper ‘94 Paul J. ‘79 and Deborah Hooten James R. Icklan ‘70/J.D. ‘86 Richard H. Kotkin ‘83/J.D.& M.B.A.’87 John T. ‘69 and Marion C. Lapchak Christopher J. ‘85 and Janice Lawton Learfield Communications Inc. James M. ‘68 and Kathleen Leber/The James and Kathleen Leber Foundation Inc. Robert A. Leiter Richard F. ‘67 and Anna Liebler Jason Lowney ‘00 Michael Lozier Gary P. Lubowiecki ‘74 Patrick J. Marcello Steve J. Marcopoto ‘93 Georgianna Maroulakos Corinna ‘93 and Anthony Mazza Kevin J. ‘80/M.B.A. and Dolores M. McCleerey John H. McNeill ‘65/J.D. ‘68/Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. Robert E. ‘77 and Theresa C. Meier Vito Menza ‘75/Clara Barton Dental, LLC Joseph A. ‘55 and Diana Monteleone Paul E. Mossberg ‘80 MTM Resources Brian ‘06 M.B.A. and Stephanie GebhardtMurray ‘08 John A. ‘68 and Barbara Niziol Joseph S. ‘68/J.D. ‘73 and Judith A. Novak ‘93/J.D. Robert P. ‘72 and Eileen O’Neil/Louise O’Neil & Robert O’Neil Charitable Trust John M. and Barbara Parvin Gerald A. Pavlick ‘87 Leon B. ‘74/JD ‘77 and Ann M. Piechta Richard E. ‘64/J.D.’70 and Maureen Pigott Michael J. ‘91 and Celeste Pocher Edward J. ‘58/M.A. ‘61 and Jane N. Quinn Joseph S. ‘59/M.D. ‘63 and Barbara J. Ritter Sacred Heart University Nicholas R. Scalera ‘63 Michael J. ‘84 and Martina M. Scarrone Thomas J. and Catherine Slattery Brian and Carolyn Smyth Richard ‘75 and Joy N. Sposta / Morgan Stanley Richard F. and Patrice Sprenger Arthur G. ‘66/JD ‘69 and Sherry F. Stein Michael J. ‘98 and Guilia Stephanik William P. Stoffel ‘91/M.B.A. John P. and Cynthia A. Sullivan Gary H. Thomas ‘99 Bruce A. ‘69 and Carol Tomason Daniel M. ‘82 and Pamela C. Tower ‘83 Linda J. Ulak ‘75 Enzo and Beth Vartuli John ‘78 and Maria L. Verdonck Richard E. Wolkwitz ‘88 Robert E. ‘67 and Helen A. Wright Peter R. Yarem ‘79/J.D. George Yetka

CAPTAIN’S CLUB ($1,000 - $1,999) Academy Bus Tours Thomas Acton Charles Alberto / The Rachel Foundation, Inc Dr. Michael J. Arnone Joseph E. ‘83 and Cindy R. Attanasi Thomas A. ‘71 and Patricia Basilo/Withum Smith + Brown, PC Sunny Bathla ‘00 Bongiovanni, Collins & Warden, P.A. Matthew J. ‘89/M.B.A. ‘94 and Kathleen M. Borowick ‘90 Patrick Boyle/The Boyle Family Foundation Inc. Joseph and Marilee K. Braue ‘79 David Brienza Robert J. ‘88 and Linda M. Bruno ‘89 Richard J. Cino ‘90 and Mary F. Hartnett ‘90 Marilyn C. Clark Timothy A. ‘80 and Erin Crowley Jeffrey M. Dietel Jocelyn M. Dumaresq, M.S.N. ‘03 James A. Dye ‘83 Amado Gabriel and Josephine Esteban Eileen Fell John A. ‘71 and Susan Fenimore Judith A. Ferraro ‘66/MAE Life Fitness Garry ‘65 and Ornella Frisoli Front Page Productions David P. Gagliano ‘89 Richard C. ‘69 Genabith Gibbons P.C. James Girard, III ‘78 Michael J. Glynn ‘64/M.A.E. Henry Godette Jack P. ‘63 and Margaret Graceffo Kevin T. Grier ‘04 Richard and Jeanette C. Hartman Joseph P. ‘86 and Marylynn Hehl James L. ‘85 and Debra M. Herbst Joseph G. Higgins ‘77 Fred Hill Meghan Hodgin A. Clark Holle ‘90/Holle Funeral Directors, LLC Joseph W. Hottendorf Paul L. ‘82 and Denise M. Huether Kevin Hunt Leonard J. ‘58 and Agnes C. Hunt Paul Ippolito ‘91 /Paul Ippolito Memorial JJW Anesthesia LLC John Jaskula ‘07/M.B.A. David T. Jensen ‘94 Mark S. Jerz Michael L. Jerz Joseph C. Kacirek ‘81 Glen A. ‘85 and Barbara M. Kallas ‘85 James R. ‘91 and Susan Kerwin’92/M.S.H.R.’98 Michael J. ‘78 and Mary K. Lee Leitner, Tort & DeFazio Charles W. ‘72 and Christine M. Levitsky Joseph J. ‘79/M.A.E. and Cynthia J. Lounsberry ‘75 Patrick and Rachael Lyons Arnold D. ‘72 and Patricia Manzo Paul M. and Kathleen M. Marhan Stephen S. ‘91 and Janet Cruz-Marotta J. S. Mascolo ‘96 Nancy and Doug McClure John ‘93 and Tara McEvoy ‘94 John F. ‘84 and Linda McGovern Kevin J. ‘96/M.B.A. and Sara McMahon Joseph J. ‘59/M.B.A. ‘75 and Nancy McTighe Joseph X. ‘01 and Anna E. Simonsen-Meehan ‘08

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Charles P. ‘66 and Lourdes Z. Mitchel ‘91 Harout ‘97 and Lisa Moumdjian Craig and Linda Multer Ryan Mulvaney ‘96 / McElroy Deutsch Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP David ‘84 and Bridget ‘85 Neigel William T. ‘54 and Jane C. Nolan John W.’68 and Barbara O’Dell James C. ‘61/J.D.’64 and Sharon Orr Kevin C.’90/J.D. and Sherilyn Orr ‘85/J.D. ‘88 James ‘85 and Josephine Orsini Joseph ‘78 and Dorothy C. Padovano Sean Parchment Paul W. ‘69/M.S. ‘72 and Margaret A. Pavlik Michael J. Peterson ‘84/Fedway Associates, Inc.

James J. Zimmermann ‘88 Vincent F. ‘69 and Agnes Zingara STARTER’S CLUB ($500 - $999) Edward Bowler * James C. Adamczyk ‘73 Gregory M. Adams Advent John M. and Linda G. Alati Brian D. ‘89 and Ellen Arsenault James ‘64 and Dot Bagli Emilio M. Barreira Geoffrey D. Basford ‘98 Law Office of Drew J. Bauman Lawrence C. Bell

John R. ‘64 and Edith Coogan Daniel J. Cosgrove ‘08/M.A. Daniel T. Crowley ‘74 Donald F. Davenport Michael ‘03 and Michelle ‘05 Day Ronald A. DeCicco ‘69 Stephen ‘89 and Yvonne Deehan ‘95 Larry C. ‘86/M.B.A. and Jane Degenshein William ‘83 and Linda DeRose ‘84 Christopher M. DeSerio ‘96 Martin Diamond Louis Diaz / H&L Management Justin M. Dietel Daniel C. Dolan ‘81 Dennis J. Drasco John E. Dreyer

Judy and Jim O’Brien ‘82 and Dean Karen and Joel Boroff

Brian T. Poll ‘05/M.A.’07 Jeffrey J. and Sharon L. Prosinski Michael J. ‘69 and Virginia J. Reddington McKenzie M. Richards ‘04 William Rodriguez ‘91/J.D. ‘02 Anthony J. ‘71 and Laura J. Romano Charles A. ‘72 and Patricia Rotondi Alfred F. ‘65/J.D. ‘71 and Patricia A. Russo ‘68 Michael J. ‘58 and Phyllis Sheppard Robert J. ‘86/M.B.A. and Muriel M. Shore ‘90 Thomas and Gail Sloan Ann E. Szipszky’86 Karen and James Tenhundfeld Travelers Corporation Paul V. Tyahla ‘03 David Walsh Deborah and Peter Ward Salvatore Zacchia

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Mary Ann and Russell L. Benson Donald J. ‘71 and Kathleen A. Bochicchio ‘72 Steven ‘95 and Karin Bosio ‘96 Scott R. Brady Leonard J. ‘85/M.B.A. and Colleen Brandt Patrick R. ‘64/M.A.’72 and Mary A. Brannigan Anthony P. Caggiano ‘60 David Calabrese ‘82 Kevin J. ‘88 and Catherine Caldera Joseph A. Calvano Brian Campbell ‘00 Carlo Caparruva Stacey J. Carl ‘99 Robert J. ‘59 and Frances Chap Anthony Chaves ‘91 Doug Cinnella ‘90 / Professional Baseball Instruction Inc. Robert H. ‘78/J.D. and Jennifer Codey

Terence M. ‘90 and Jennifer Dunphy Samuel Escobar John M. ‘73/J.D. ‘77 and Riita Esposito Elmora School #12 PTO Clinton B. ‘93 and Tracy E. Factor Kenneth W. Faistl ‘71 Edward Farmer Bryan J.’97/M.A.’05 and Tara L. Felt ‘98/M.A. ‘04 Leland G. and Linda Felt Joseph J. ‘72 and Sharon Fennell Robert J. ‘69 and Kathleen T. Fettweis John P. Flanagan ‘68 David L. ‘89/MA ‘95 and Karen T. Flood Ellen Foye Chris Freeden Dennis J. ‘72/M.B.A. ‘77 and Diane E. Garbini ‘72

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Joseph Fallon ‘65, John Parvin, Sheila Fallon

Joseph A. Genova ‘08 Brian D. Gibbs ‘03 Henry S. ‘96/J.D. and Yvette S. Goldfine Jerard Gonzalez ‘88 Paul D. ‘95 and Diana Gorman GR Productions Anne Graves Frank and Kathleen Hager Matthew ‘95 and Lisa Hanson Health Chiropratic Michael Henry George E. Hicks Terence Higgins Anthony Iorio Robert Iracane ‘69/Iracane Family LLC Michael and Roberta Jandoli Jil-Kris Development Corp. Jay and Diana Judge Thomas ‘78/J.D. ‘81 and Patricia Kaczka Francis X. Keegan ‘60 Steven J. ‘81 and Lisa Kennedy Kevin J. ‘89/M.S.T. and Lisa Kerrigan Thomas S. Kirschenbaum ‘64 George Kleissler Tracey ‘93 and Ernest W. Knewitz ‘92 Louis ‘78/M.B.A. and Betsy Koehler Walter ‘75/J.D.and Joanne Koprowski KSS Architects Walter A. ‘92 and Donna L. Lashuk Peter Levine Thomas P. Lynch, DMD, P.A. Monica Mack Lawrence ‘78 and Lily C. Mahdi ‘90/J.D. David L. Mahmood ‘93 Joseph ‘98 and Elissa Malespina ‘98

Greg Maroukian Christopher S. ‘98 and Marcy L. Martinovic ‘98 Gerard T. Mason ‘92 James F. Matthews ‘67/J.D. ‘73 Sara and Kevin S. McArdle ‘79 Daniel G. McCarron ‘92/M.B.A.’08 Dave and Jen McCarthy Michael D. McMahon Timothy J. M.B.A. ‘ 95 and Jennifer Metcalf Paul S. Misiur ‘76 Shannon E. ‘92 and Jeffrey Morris Anne R. Murray TJ Nelligan North Eastern Floors, Inc William M. ‘62 and Arlene F. Odell Ezikiel ‘97 and Lydia Okafor-Agilo Dennis R. ‘76 and Diane Parvin Judith A. ‘91 and Michael Peacock Joseph Pecora Vincent J. and Esther D. Pietrucha William J.’74/M.B.A. ‘80 and Cheryl A. Poll PrintCBF Raritan Valley Bus Service William C. and Margaret A. Regan Blakely I. Ricco ‘97 John J. ‘55 and Lee Riley Humberto and Denise Rodriguez Lawrence and Pamela Rogers Felix N. Roman ‘92/RTC Roman & Co., PSC Aldo ‘88 and Lucy Russo Kazbek A. Said ‘02 Sand and Surf Properties Bardia R. Shah-Rais ‘95 Sobel & Co., LLC Anita Sorrell *

Arthur Spanarkel ‘78 and Andrea C. Maltese Tom J. Stickle ‘87 Matt Strazza Hugh O. and Ame W. Sweeney Matthew J. ‘67 and Lucille Syrek The Aspire Sports Marketing Group, LLC Jerome Thiel Melissa Thompson Robert W. and Donna Thurston Patrick P. ‘82 and Nancy J. Toscano Thomas L. Tran ‘78 William and Barbara Tucker Brian R. VanVelzor ‘99 Christian T.’09 and Jacqueline H. ‘09 Vercollone Joseph S. ‘51 and Ann Viviani Robert M. Walker Michele ‘99 and Frank M. Walsh Maurice R. Weeks ‘92 Weldon Quarry Co. Thomas A. ‘79/J.D. ‘82 and Lisabeth Wester ‘79 Lawrence A. ‘73/J.D. and Linda A. Whipple Jonathan White Michael ‘73 and Susan Wilk Bernette and Donald K. Wrobel James R. ‘79 and Diane Wronko Harry J. ‘70 and Gail Wunder Raymond C. Zizik ‘69 BLUE AND WHITE CLUB ($250 - $499) James M. Ahle ‘49 John M. Allen ‘58 Seymour L. Andrew ‘70 and Linda K. Andrew SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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Kat Egan, Tara Inman, Sam Bozzella with Jim Orr ‘61

Stephen P. ‘76/M.S. and Gloria J. CywinskiArlak ‘75/M.A.E. Steven A. Armenti ‘94 Francis Astorino Peter A. ‘94/M.S.I.B. & M.B.A. ‘02 and Laura J. Avalos ‘93/M.A.E. ‘99 Charles R. Baletti ‘69/J & B Technical Sales Associates Inc. Peter Bariso Charles Barrett John Baxter ‘78 Michael E. ‘68 and Ann P. Beams Belmonte Productions, Inc. Erin Ben-Hayon Patrick J. Bergin Edward J. Berk Frank R. and Mary A. Besson Ave M. Bie Michael D. ‘69/M.B.A. ‘71 and Eileen Botte Thomas R. Bowen ‘93 Lydia S. Bugden Thomas and Jacqueline Buonaiuto Derek D. ‘85 and Anne E. Burke William W. Burke Paul I. ‘65/MBA ‘69 and Emma N. Byrne James M. ‘70 and Barbara J. Cannan John J. Capuano ‘65 Catholic Book Publishing Corp. Arthur F. Clarke Patricia Codey John N. Colantoni ‘13 Steven Coleman Thomas W. ‘50 and Mary B. Collinson Peter Coppola Helen A. Cunning ‘81 and William Coughlin

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Robin L. Cunningham ‘78 John J. Cust ‘74/Cust Investments Thomas D’Altrui ‘71 Lisa Davis Donald S. De Dio ‘85 Rose Marie and John P. Deehan ‘52 Steven L. Demyer ‘00 David D. Depelteau ‘05 James A. Dericks Franklin Desposito Frederick L. Diamond ‘06 William E. Dolan Eileen M. Dones ‘94 Virginia R. Doren Phyllis C. Dunlop M.B.A. ‘90 Peter J. Economou ‘02 Paul Faig John V. Fairchild ‘96 Robert and Linda Feldman Nicole A. Ferdinando ‘11/M.A. Adam E. Feret ‘63 Joseph A. ‘60 and Carol M. Fernicola-Reilly Andrew Fischer Michele Flannery Joseph H. ‘73 and Irene R. Foley Gary J. ‘73 and Susan Gabaccia Rick Garrigan Diane V. ‘90/J.D. and James Garrity John M. Gausz Christopher S. ‘95 and Catherine Gelino Romulo Genato Francis J. ‘73 and Vita A. Genova ‘75 John T. ‘91/M.S.T. and Noreen Giannuzzi Thomas Giblin/Local 68 Union of Operating Engineers

Georgette E. David ‘82 and Thomas Giordano Daniel J. ‘73 and Roxanne Gioseffi Paul L. Golba ‘95/M.B.A. ‘96 Grace Material Handling Co., Inc. Anthony P. Granese ‘68 Edward Hartnett Michael Haynes Ian A. Hennessy ‘91 Kevin P. Hilliard ‘93 Robert Holzlohner Stephen J. Hoptay ‘04 Thomas and Kathryn Inglesby Louis L. ‘63 and Lyn M. Iorio IUOE Local 68 Charity Fund, Inc. Richard Jambrina Jacquelyn E. Johnson ‘93 John A. Johnson ‘99 Hartmut ‘73 and Helene Jung Joe Wladyka Camps, Inc. John A. Kakolewski ‘66 Sharon and Elliot Karp John K. Kelly ‘71 Roger P. ‘72/M.S. ‘76 and Valerie Kindel Bill King Jeffrey King William King Charles R. Knothe ‘66 Rich ‘73 and Joyce Koles ‘74 Ramadan M. ‘92 and Kathleen M. Lala ‘94 Gary LaSpisa Brendan Laverty ‘08 Thomas J. Leane ‘70 Eugene R. Lear ‘62 Patrick H. Lewis Lauren ‘00 and Eric Liebler ‘99

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Vincent W. ‘60 and Marion Lorenzo Alan J. ‘65 and Katherine S. Lucibello John S. Luski ‘75 Nick Magone ‘85 Robert K. ‘84/J.D. and Janet M. DempseyMalone Richard L. Marcickiewicz ‘74 Gregory J. Masingill ‘90 Patrick Mazzeo Roxana McKinney Reverend Frank J. McNulty Mehl Electric Company Inc. Dr. Peter Mehnert ‘61 Deborah Meissner ‘74 Bryan Meszaros ‘00 Frederick D. Miceli Bruce Miller Mohamad V. Mirghahari ‘02/M.A.D.I. ‘03 Sandy M. Mitchell

Joseph O’Keefe Michael E. ‘75 and Trish Olden Gregory J. Olszewski ‘74 Anthony T. ‘82/M.P.A.’97 and Loriann Orlando Gregory J. Ostrowski ‘78 John S. ‘84 and Carolyn Palma Jonathan ‘99 and Leslie A. Paparsenos ‘99 Tyrone and Mary Parker Michael ‘93 and Caryn Parlavecchio ‘93 Andrea Kasper-Pazinko Joseph Pisciotta ‘72 Joseph M. ‘58 and Barbara M. Pitocco Nick Poduslenko Cindy A.’90 and David Popkin Josh Prevost ‘14 Ricardo Solano ‘98/J.D.and Melissa A. Provost ‘98/J.D. Ramon Ramos Sue Regan

Richard P. Scheid ‘94 Gary A. ‘61 and Susan M. Scott Seton Hall Preparatory School John W. Shauger Michael T. Sica ‘94/J.D. ‘97 William J. ‘82/M.B.A. and Robin Ann Simms Michael A. ‘83 and Nicolina Simone John Slaman Martin V. Smith ‘62 Paige Smith Roger G. Smith ‘68 Eric J. SoHayda ‘10/MBA ‘12 Alfred ‘86 and Ann Soricelli Dan Spero Barbara Staknis M.A.E. ‘70 and John Kubowicz Craig J. Steel ‘05/M.H.A. Angelo A. Stio, III ‘88 and Mrs. Stephanie A. Circosta-Stio ‘90 Matthew ‘99 and Clarinda Stoessel ‘00

Robert and Eileen Ricci Walter M. ‘77 and Carol Riglian Law Office of George Rios, PA Vincent D. Menzel ‘69 and Kay Roberts Nicholas ‘83 and Annette Romano Wendy Rosenburgh Mike Russo Saint Barnabas Corporation Barnabas Health Daniel J. Salvante ‘08 John E. Sauer ‘74 Santo M. ‘84 and Denise Scaglione Robert and Rosemary Schmitt

William Surdoval ‘83 Richard T. ‘65/J.D.’70 and Joy D. Sweeney Linda and William Swenarton Sal ‘80 and Barbara Taibi ‘81 Robert J. Tarte ‘65/J.D. ‘69 Gregory E. and Lenore A. Terhune Mark and Christine Testani Christin L. Thompson ‘95 Richard C. Topping ‘99 Felix Tuccillo ‘08 Russell G. Underwald ‘93 Richard E. and Helen P. Van Ness

Keith Sadlowski ‘97, Isaiah Whitehead, Tommy Gillis ‘19

Louis ‘75 and Carolyn Miu Gerard P. and Catherine Moran Michael A. Moretti ‘73 Nicholas J. Moretti ‘72 Barry B. ‘70 and Anna Muster Gary Noll ‘90/M.S. Joseph J. Oakes Thomas and Patricia Ockenhouse Donald L. O’Connor ‘71/J.D. Hugh A. O’Donnell’50/M.D.M. ‘54 Edward O’Dowd Maureen O’Halloran

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Edward A. Walch Jerry ‘03 and ShaRonda Walker Kevin ‘95 and Lisa Walsh ‘98 Arthur F. ‘70 and Laurita Warner ‘75/M.B.A. John and Catherine Williams Kelly M. Williams ‘87 Sean Williamson ‘09 Matthew W. Wright ‘89 Kevin D. and Janice S. Wronko Kathy Jo and Robert Zabrosky John F. Zilg ‘82 John and Mary Zur Kimberly Zweidingier ‘96 PIRATE CLUB ($100 - $249) John L. Abbamonte ‘72 Erik ‘94 and Alena Acosta ‘93 Joseph Agresta ‘57 Raffaele G. Alberto ‘98 Joseph G. Alfano ‘90 John Allen Arda Altincatal ‘01 Edward Amster Michael F. Andrew Andrea Andrzejewski Hillary Angeline William J. Babos Frank A. ‘59 and Hattie Baier Joseph Bakes ‘71 Evin Bangs Joseph E. ‘65 and Enola Barlik Barnett L. Barmen ‘69 Donna M. Barry Mary Alexis Barry Peter Basalyga Carol and Roger Bayersdorfer Daniel R. Beck ‘02 Jeffrey S. Bendix ‘05 Frank D. Benick ‘71 Melissa Bieman Daniel Bigley ‘60 Grant Billmeier ‘07 Michael P. ‘88 and Tonya Bilotti Ernest Blair Bradley J. ‘87 and Maria Broussard ‘86 Joseph D. ‘76 and Christine Bower Donald Brown Douglas D. Brown ‘70 Jeff D. Brown ‘07 Anthony ‘66 and Joanne Buck ‘69 Buechel Patient Care Research John Buono Susan and Scott Burd Raymond Burghart ‘78 James A. ‘68/M.B.A. ‘74 and Angela Byrne John W. Cacciola ‘69 Daryl Caiola Anthony Calabrese Charles M. ‘57/M.B.A. ‘65 and Marion B. Calcagno Donald F. Campbell ‘65 John S. Campbell ‘05 Joseph Cancillieri ‘08 Lisa T. Candella-Hulbert ‘93 Thomas C. Cantlon ‘81/M.B.A. ‘87 Louis M. Capadona ‘03 Thomas Carberry ‘62 Richard and Nora Carbone Christopher W. Carl ‘12 John P. Carr ‘89 Ryan R. Carr James F. Carroll ‘52 John Castaldo Thomas W. ‘69/JD ‘72 and Barbara T. Cavanagh

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CCC Promotions LLC Patrick S. Cedola Thomas H. Cellilli ‘91 Philip Cerqueira ‘98 Frederick Cerrato Elizabeth Cino Richard V. Ciociola ‘92 Michael A. ‘63 and Susan Citrano Roger Clark ‘84 Howard Clarke Thomas A. Coburn ‘88 Michael ‘86 and Elizabeth Cocco Joseph Cocuzza Thomas P. ‘82 and Mary P. Colicchio James E. Collins Anthony Colombo ‘87 Thomas W. ‘00 and Tracy Comerford Christopher P. ‘86 and Patricia Connolly Dr. Richard J. Connors ‘50 Susan A. Connors ‘85 Robert F. ‘02/M.A.E. and Annette Conway Albert V. Cooley ‘07 David Corcoran ‘94 Gerald M. Cordasco Peter S. Corsi ‘84 Allen R. and Marsha Costa Joseph D. Costa ‘77 Marty ‘81 and Kyle K. Costello Gary G. Cottet Sharon M. Creeden ‘00 William Crum Edward J. Cryer ‘57 Thomas Cummings Philip F. ‘89 and Patricia J. Cundari ‘85 William Curran Zachary C. Cziryak ‘11 Til J. Dallavalle ‘03 Robert J. Daly ‘90 Samuel F. D’Ambola ‘47 Caesar Darias ‘87 Jeff ‘87 and Mary Dattilo Edward ‘76 and Denise Davidoski Marlon T. Davis ‘88 Garry D. ‘05 and Tanya L. De Boer ‘05 Theresa L. Deehan Lauren DeFalco Louis Delauro ‘78 Nick DelGuercio Andrew Delpeche Michael G. ‘79 and Rosemarie DeLorenzo Brian Denman ‘82 John Denman ‘52 Steven DeSerio ‘98 Steven ‘76 and Karen Devcich ‘78 Edward Diconza Amanda M. Di Donato ‘07 Gregory A. DiGiovine ‘86 Jay M. DiMeglio ‘99 Robert Dixon ‘69 Sara L. Doell Ellen Dombroski ‘87 William Donadio Frank X. ‘72 and Cheryl Donohue Timothy M. Donohue ‘80 Richard E. Dooley ‘69 James P. Doull ‘99 Eric Duncan Brian T. Duff ‘86 Thomas Duffy ‘92 Stefano C. D’Urso ‘13 Brian P. Dwyer ‘08 Gerson Echeverry ‘94 and Sheila L. Noecker ‘02/MBA Richard and Lynne Edwards Ann Eng

Jon Epstein Kathleen B. Estabrooks John T. Evers ‘66 Thomas P. Faenza 88’ M.B.A. Victoria ‘94 and Joseph Fahrney ‘92 William P. Fahy ‘72/M.A.E. ‘75 Franco ‘90/M.S.T. ‘01 and Kelly A. Fallone ‘90/M.B.A. ‘97 Heather and Shaun Farrier Joseph M. Ferretti ‘91 Anthony Fittizzi ‘00 Kevin ‘93 and Karyn Fitzgibbons ‘94 Erica Fitzpatrick ‘11 Thomas ‘91 and Sharon Fitzpatrick Lucille A. ‘83 and Kevin Flynn John Foley Marybeth Foran ‘00

25-Aug-16 16:52:35

Marie and Bob Sloan ‘86 with SHU Cheerleaders

Stephane and Eileen Francois Kimberly A. Franko ‘09 Thomas A. Fraser Salvatore Freda ‘82 Mark A. ‘92 and Meghan Frigiola William L. Furmanski ‘90 Kyle Fuschetti Joseph A. ‘74 and Patricia Gallo Peter A. Gasparro ‘90 Jamie Gates ‘11 John F. Gavin ‘91/JD John E. ‘76/MBA ‘84 and Kathleen Gawryluk Milton Gaylord Matthew M. Geibel ‘93 Francis J. ‘04 and Kathleen Genova ‘05 Vincent G. Giamartino ‘04 F. Michael ‘65/J.D. ‘73 and Grace Giles

Richard J. Gill ‘92 Michael R. ‘85 and Eileen Giordano Daniel A. Giovinetto ‘80 David A. Gourley ‘07/M.H.A. Ed F. Graichen ‘69 Craig D. ‘79 and Elizabeth M. Grant ‘81 Robert G. and Diane M. Gray Michael A. Graziano Oliver and Carol Greene Charles R. ‘64 and Eileen Guariglia Joseph Guasconi Steven M. Haddad ‘98 Mark Haefeli Daniel Halek ‘14 Joseph A. ‘71/JD and Ellen Hallock Peter L. Halpin ‘07/J.D. Lisa and Randolph Hausmann

Robert Hemsworth ‘76 Michele A. ‘93 and Daniel Henson Cory Hershey Justin Hollander ‘12/JD Stephen Horne Thomas P. ‘97 and Jessica L. Houston Daniel Hyde ‘93 Francis J. Hynes ‘49 Anne Marie Ianiero ‘12 Joseph E. ‘83/MBA ‘91 and Lisa A. Iannini Frank A. Iannone ‘85 Independent College Fund of NJ James A. Ippolito ‘63 Howard Jacobs Gregory ‘77 and Brenda Jemison Sally Jensen Michael S. Jovellanos ‘13 SETON HALL ATHLETICS 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT

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54|55 25-Aug-16 16:52:38

Larry Kachelriess Daniel M. ‘70 and Kathleen A. Kalafut Bruce P. ‘98 and Joan C. Kauffman Tracy Kaye Joseph D. ‘89 and Danielle Kelly Joseph P. ‘92 and Sharon Kelly Michael E. Kelly ‘62 Micheal K. Kelly Kimberly A. Keenan-Kirkpatrick ‘93 Maureen Kennedy-Barney James J. Kenney ‘67 Peter D. Kern ‘05 Michael and Heather Kerrigan Peter S. Kilcommons ‘67 Charles Killeen Matthew J. ‘96 and Michele M. Kilpatrick ‘96/M.A. ‘99 Peter Kirk ‘83 Joseph T. ‘82/M.B.A. ‘86 and Cynthia A. Knauer Kristen A. Koehler ‘07 Greg and Susan Komeshok Bernard I. ‘54 and Bonnie Kunert James A. MBA ‘67 and Rose Land Thomas A. ‘70 and Pamela Langbein Louis ‘71/M.B.A. and Marie LaSalle Bridget E. Laverty ‘11 Connor Laverty ‘13 Mary and Bill Laverty James ‘70 and Kathleen Leber Robert W. Lee Kevin J. ‘69 and Joan V. Lennon Thaddeus S. ‘51 and Martha Lepcio Francis B. and Catherine M. Light Joseph L. ‘09 and Anna Linares Russell G. ‘89 and Elizabeth Lomauro Christopher Lonero ‘03/M.A. Mark Loyka ‘11/M.A. Eileen F. Lucas Andrew V. Machi ‘09 Jason Mackey John Macrina ‘99 Cornelius J. Mahoney ‘67 Paul O. and Shelly K. Mallue James J. ‘71 and Joan A. Malespina ‘84/M.S. ‘99 Robert T. Manganaro ‘99 Dominic A. Marconi ‘49 Charles Martin Paul G. Mathew ‘01 Kathleen Matta ‘87 Alexandra C. Matters ‘10 Mark S. ‘81/MBA ‘84 and Margaret M. Matzen ‘81 Matthew J. Maulbeck Michael Mazzeo James and Julie McCardle Barbara McCarthy ‘11 Margaret A. McCormick Christopher McCree ‘00 Matthew ‘04 and Erin McCue John P. McDermott ‘68 * Brian J. McGee ‘99 Gerry J. McGettigan ‘01 Robert McGlynn ‘89 Steve D. McKee ‘96/M.B.A. ‘98 Jack ‘87 and Lisa P. ‘88 McKnight Denis F. and Barbara H. McLaughlin Joseph W. McLaughlin Hugh J. McManus ‘66 James J. ‘75 and Eileen A. McManus ‘79 Kenneth D. ‘72 and Lois P. McPeek Lawrence H. McShane ‘80 George J. ‘68 and Toni Mehler George Mehm ‘77 Marcos Mendez ‘06 Victor N. Metallo ‘91/M.A.E. ‘93 Franics X. Minish ‘82

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Andrew J. Misura ‘12 James C. Mitchel ‘98 Eoin P. ‘82 and Margaret Monahan ‘91 Eileen A. Moran ‘76 and James Parolski ‘75 Melissa Morano Carlos ‘83/M.B.A.’85 and Kathy Mosquera Sharon M. Mottola ‘96 Robert and Trina Moumblow Bob F. ‘70 and Kathie Mulhern Gerard J. Murphy ‘88 Martin Murphy ‘90 Robert Murphy ‘73 Ryan Murphy ‘98 Donna and Thomas Murray Sam Nellins Christopher J. Nolan ‘03/M.B.A. Gary P. Notaro ‘71 Mary H. Nuttall ‘69 William O’Connor ‘84 James F. and Noreen O’Donnell Ronald W. Olender ‘61 Dennis ‘70 and Kathleen O’Keefe ‘70 Patrick E. ‘90 and Cheryl O’Kelly ‘92 Kelly O’Neil William J. and Nancy M. Otskey ‘03/M.A.E. Matthew J. ‘96 and Kimberly S. Palmer Fred D. ‘71 /M.B.A. ‘82 and Elizabeth A. Palumbo George ‘83 and Theresa P. Parise John C. Parnofiello ‘07 Carmine Pascarella ‘94 Anthony P. Pasquarelli ‘77 Ed Paszkowski Christie Pattman Gregory J. Patton ‘94 Rachelle Paul Brian Peoples ‘86/J.D. ‘90 Robert J. Phelan ‘66 Lawrence Philips ‘89 Donald R. Phillips ‘90 John M. Pimpinella ‘14 Javier N. Pinto ‘07 Joseph M. ‘79 and Lisa Pitch Jeffrey R. Pittard ‘07/JD Scott C. Post 01 /M.S. Patricia ‘85 and Don Post Michael A. Purvin ‘85/J.D. ‘90 Brian M. Quigley ‘06 Robert D. Raichel Billy ‘92 and Kim Reddick ‘91 Kathleen A. Reddick ‘87 Reynolds Financial Services Laura Sparacia Riso ‘93 David J. Robinson ‘83 Gerald E. Rogers ‘62 Thomas Ronayne Christopher Rooney ‘98 Erin Rose Mario R. Rosellini ‘62 Steven A. Rothschild Kenneth Rowinsky Robert M. Rupprecht ‘07 Johanna Salvante ‘07 Mary Frances Salvante ‘79 Stephen M. Sammarro ‘87/Sammarro & Zalarick, P.A. Manuel P. ‘67/M.B.A. ‘79/J.D. ‘84 and Eileen Sanchez Robert F. Santoriello ‘93 Nicholas ‘70 and Barbara Sardone ‘77 Michael and Susan Sawicz Peter Scavo ‘00 Jonathan Schaeffer Marre Schellenger Karl Schmid ‘83 Ellen and Daniel Schoch ‘07

Joseph ‘91 and Julie ‘92 Schuldner Christopher Schwartz ‘94 Joel A. Schwartz ‘63 Anthony and Denise Scotti James J. Semerad ‘05/M.B.A.’11 Robert and Barbara Semple Patrick T. Sheehy ‘08 Robert Sheeran Elizabeth Sheil John Sheppard ‘88 Kathleen G. Sheppard-Tartis ‘83 Michael ‘81 and Laurie Sheppard ‘87 William G. Shlala ‘69 Alan ‘86 and Lisa Sikora John D. Silva ‘64 John and Blanche Simpson Danny Smith Kenneth E. ‘58 and Loretta Smith Mark Smith Michael W. Smith ‘92 Harry D. Snyder ‘68 Mark S. Sobieski ‘96/M.B.A. George J. Sopko ‘96 Ronald R. ‘72 and Nancy Sorensen Robert Sourial ‘98 Carl Specht Mary K. Spina Cheryl and Michael G. Stahl Richard Stainton Maureen Staub Dr. Jonathan S. Steinberg Kathleen M. Strott Charles Sweeney ‘84/Sea Girt Appraisal Services Robert J. Szeluga ‘13 Ramin Tabib ‘97 Vincent M. ‘91 and Heather Tamburro Guy J. ‘74 and Alice Tarantello Paul J. Tencher ‘02 Anthony J. and Gina Marie Testa Gregory Tobin ‘06 Donald Trott Hector V. Troya ‘92 Michael R. Tully ‘83 Francis A. Turner ‘53 George R. ‘77 and Ellen Twill Nathan ‘03 and Jessica Umbriac ‘03 Donald Unger Neil ‘95 and Leah Vanscoy ‘95 Vincent Ventura ‘90 Frank L. Verde ‘67 Mindy and David J. Vernieri ‘94 Corda Beth Villani Carmen S. ‘65 and Annemarie Vitale Susan L. Wagner John F. Walker ‘89 Marc Warrington Steve Watkinson Steven Watson Joseph ‘97 and Kara Weipz ‘96 Marybeth Weiss ‘07 Clay and Kelli L. White ‘08/MA James A. White ‘71 Nobuko M. Williams Lisa B. Wimmer Michael Wolansky Anthony Wollerman David Wright Gregory Wyzykowski Michael R. Zadnik ‘96 Hector E. ‘93 and Collette Zamora ‘93 Michael Zuzuro * deceased

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head coaches

Baseball Rob Sheppard, Head Coach Mike Sheppard, Head Coach Emeritus Phil Cundari, Associate Head Coach Mark Pappas, Assistant Coach Giuseppe Papaccio, Volunteer Assistant Coach Basketball – Men’s Kevin Willard, Head Coach Shaheen Holloway, Associate Head Coach Fred Hill, Assistant Coach Grant Billmeier, Assistant Coach Kyle Smyth, Coordinator of Basketball Operations Kevin Lynch, Coordinator of Basketball Operations Connie Francis, Secretary

Allison Yaeger Volleyball

Anthony Bozzella Women’s Basketball

Clay White Men’s Golf

Basketball – Women’s Anthony Bozzella, Head Coach Lauren DeFalco, Assistant Coach Tiffany Jones-Smart, Assistant Coach Marissa Flagg, Assistant Coach Nick DiPillo, Director of Player Development Allison Skrec, Director of Basketball Operations Chizoba Ekedigwe, Coordinator of Basketball Operations Raven Gerald, Coordinator of Basketball Operations Cross Country John Moon, Head Coach Golf – Men’s Clay White, Head Coach Ian Lagowitz, Volunteer Assistant Coach

Gerson Echeverry Men’s Soccer

John Moon Cross Country

Kevin Willard Men’s Basketball

Golf – Women’s Sara Doell, Head Coach Debby Murphy, Assistant Coach Soccer – Men’s Gerson Echeverry, Head Coach Vincent Marcotrigiano, Assistant Coach Carlos Ortiz, Assistant Coach Kobié Johnson, Volunteer Assistant Coach Soccer – Women’s Rick Stainton, Head Coach Kristie Lang, Assistant Coach Sage DoVale, Assistant Coach Marie Klemme, Volunteer Assistant Coach Softball Paige Smith, Head Coach

Paige Smith Softball

Rick Stainton Women’s Soccer

Riza Zalameda Tennis

Swimming & Diving Ron Farina, Head Coach Derek Sapp, Assistant Coach Kayla Spinelli, Diving Coach Andrew Le Blanc, Volunteer Assistant Coach Tennis Riza Zalameda, Head Coach Volleyball Allison Yaeger, Head Coach Allie Matters, Assistant Coach

Rob Sheppard Baseball

Ron Farina Swimming & Diving

Sara Doell Women’s Golf

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Our Staff: Athletic administration Directory ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION Patrick Lyons................................................................................................................... Vice President and Director of Athletics & Recreational Services Jimmy O’Donnell........................................................................................................................ Senior Associate Athletics Director for Team Operations Rachelle Paul...................................................................... Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance & Student-Athlete Development / SWA Jim Semerad...............................................................................................................................................Associate Athletics Director for Internal Affairs Mary Gross.............................................................................................................................................................................. Secretary – Director’s Office ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES Dr. Laura Schoppmann..................................................................................................................................................... Faculty Athletics Representative Matthew Geibel......................................................................................................................................................Director of Academic Support Services Amanda DiDonato................................................................................................................................. Associate Director of Academic Support Services Ryan Westman........................................................................................................................................ Assistant Director of Academic Support Services ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS Thomas Chen................................................................................................................. Assistant Athletics Director for Digital Media & Communications Matt Sweeney.......................................................................................................................................... Assistant Athletics Director for Communications Bobby Mullen............................................................................................................................................Associate Director of Athletic Communications Ann Marie Vasquez....................................................................................................................................................Secretary – Athletic Communications BUSINESS AFFAIRS Loren Peterson.......................................................................................................................................... Assistant Athletics Director for Business Affairs COMPLIANCE & STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT Alex Keddie.....................................................................................................................................................Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance Roberto Sasso............................................................................................. Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development & Leadership EQUIPMENT Evin Bangs...........................................................................................................................................................................................Equipment Manager Floyd Nevius.........................................................................................................................................................................Assistant Equipment Manager FACILITIES Kevin Sponzo..................................................................................................................... Senior Associate Athletics Director for Facilities & Operations Cameron Harty................................................................................................................................................................. Facilities & Operations Assistant ATHLETIC MARKETING & PROMOTIONS Christopher Carl..........................................................................................................................Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing & Promotions Debbie Sfraga............................................................................................................................................................................................... Band Director Olivia Del Spina......................................................................................................................................................................... Head Cheerleading Coach PIRATE BLUE ATHLETIC FUND Bryan Felt............................................................................................................ Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development & External Affairs Jay Judge..................................................................................................................................................... Assistant Athletics Director for Development Josh Karp.............................................................................................................................................. Assistant Director of the Pirate Blue Athletic Fund Mary Laverty.............................................................................................................................................................. Secretary – Pirate Blue Athletic Fund RECREATIONAL SERVICES Kathy Matta..................................................................................................................................... Associate Athletics Director for Recreational Services Brian Connor..................................................................................................................................................Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations SPORTS MEDICINE Tony Testa................................................................................................................................................................................ Director of Sports Medicine Dawn Purington................................................................................................................................................................. Senior Assistant Athletic Trainer Catherine Lass.............................................................................................................................................................................. Assistant Athletic Trainer Julia Tomaro................................................................................................................................................................................. Assistant Athletic Trainer STRENGTH & CONDITIONING Jason Nehring................................................................................................................................................................... Strength & Conditioning Coach Angelo Gingerelli.............................................................................................................................................................. Strength & Conditioning Coach Ryan Carr........................................................................................................................................................................... Strength & Conditioning Coach TICKET OPERATIONS Joseph Rixon......................................................................................................................................... Assistant Athletics Director for Ticket Operations FAN RELATIONSHIP CENTER Chris Hernandez...................................................................................................................................................Manager of the Fan Relationship Center Samuel Sackey.......................................................................................................................................................................... Ticket Sales Representative

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corporate partners Seton Hall Athletics thanks all of its corporate partners for their support throughout the year! AAA Northeast Above Academy Bus American Dairy Association and Dairy Council Amtrak Army ROTC Ashley Marketplace Barnabas Health Benjamin Moore Chick Fil A Union Continental Tire Country Club Transportation Services Follett Higher Education Group Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Geico JAG Physical Therapy McLoone’s Restaurant Mental Health Associates of Essex County Mutual of Omaha Nielsen Automotive Group Nissan North America, Inc. PSE&G Services Corporation Ricalton’s Village Tavern Selective Insurance South Orange Disposal South Orange Frame Shop Staples Star Ledger The Dancing Blender The Swan Brothers Tito’s Burritos and Wings Torcon Uncle Bob’s Self Storage Under Armour Valpak of Garden State East Westminster Hotel XSE Group of PA, LLC Zipcar

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Promoting the Pirates

The New SHUPirates.com

Now partnered with SIDEARM Sports, a growing leader in collegiate athletics Website’s responsive design provides fans the same look whether viewing on a desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone Easy-to-find information on schedules, rosters and more Live events on the Pirate Sports Network are now FREE!

Follow The Hall on Social Media

@SHUAthletics Pirate Sports Network

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network

Be sure to catch all the Pirates action with live events, features & interviews and more by tuning in to the Pirate Sports Network (PSN) online at SHUPirates.com/PSN. In 2016-17, PSN will produce more than 70 live broadcasts and will deliver special, exclusive content for fans of all 14 Pirates programs. And for the first time, all live events on the PSN will be FREE! This includes all simulcasts of the men’s basketball team’s radio broadcasts. With SHUPirates.com’s new responsive design, fans can watch the Pirate Sports Network from any device, including smartphones and tablets.

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Team Accounts

@SHUBaseball @SetonHallMBB @SHUWBB @SHUPiratesXC

@SHU_MGolf @SHU_WGolf @SHUWSOCCER @SHUMSOC

@SHUSoftball @SHUSwimDive @SHU_Tennis @SHUVolley

BIG EAST Digital Network on FOX Sports GO

The BIG EAST Digital Network (BEDN) is back for its third year and will cover 225 live events for the 2016-17 season. Launched in September 2014, the league became the first collegiate conference to be hosted on FOX’s mobile platform, FOX Sports GO, the app that provides live streaming video of FOX Sports content at home or on-the-go. Many Seton Hall events will be carried on the BEDN in 2016-

17 including every women’s basketball conference game (not selected for traditional television). FOX Sports GO is currently available for iOS, Android, Kindle Fire tablets and Fire phones, select Windows devices, and on desktops through FOXSportsGO. com. Fans can download the mobile app for free from the iTunes App Store, Google Play, Amazon App Store and Windows Store.

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