Welcome to this athletic season at Tiffin University. I invite you to watch and cheer for all of our women’s and men’s teams. Intercollegiate athletics play an important role at Tiffin University. The students who participate develop life-long friendships and learn leadership and teamwork skills, how to set goals and work hard to achieve those goals, how to deal with adversity, the importance of persistence, sportsmanship, and physical fitness, and other skills and abilities that contribute to satisfying and productive lives and careers. Our athletic program also provides visibility and name recognition for TU, helps develop a sense of excitement, morale and school spirit on campus, and provides opportunities for students, employees, alumni, and supporters to unite behind a common goal. We are especially proud of the high standards of conduct displayed by our coaches and players on and off the field. Paul Marion President At Tiffin University, our students endeavour to excel in both the classroom and the athletic arena. Our athletic programs have enjoyed tremendous success in recent years with conference championships, teams being nationally ranked and challenging at national tournaments. There have been numerous individual accolades including All-Americans, and it is no small accomplishment that in the past few years we have set new standards of excellence with our individual and team academic achievements. We expect our student-athletes to be just as successful in the classroom. A recent self study conducted by the university indicated that, of all the athletes who completed their eligibility at Tiffin University in the last five years, 95% of those athletes graduated. While many colleges would be ecstatic with these results, we will never be content until it is 100%. We are proud of our rich history and look forward to setting new milestones as we enter the NCAA Division II playing field and the highly competitive Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. We are proud of our athletes and what they have accomplished. They have been the force behind the winning tradition that has been established, and I am confident the future will also be highly successful for Tiffin University athletics. - Lonny Allen Athletic Director Lonny Allen...Athletic Director, Head Baseball Coach Pam Oswald...SWA, Head Women’s Basketball Coach John Hill...Head Coach - Men’s Basketball Darby Roggow...Asst. Ath. Dir., Head Men’s Golf Coach Ryan Sams...Head Women’s Golf Coach Jeremy Croy... Asst. Ath. Dir., Head Track Coach Dave Walkosky..Head Football Coach Kelly Daniel...Dir. of Compliance and Ath. Services Shane O’Donnell..Sports Information Director Vickie Galaska...Office Manager Ron Martin...Head Cross Country Coach Rudy Brownell...Head Soccer Coach Jacqueline Crytzer....Athletic Trainer Dr. Bonnie Tiell...Faculty Athletic Representative Phil Conley...Head Tennis Coach T.J. Shouse...Head Volleyball Coach Julie Vogel...Equestrian Coach Mark Schreiber...Women’s Lacrosse Coach Doug Jesse...Head Wrestling Coach Office phone - 419-448-3453 Location - Gillmor Student Center Mailing Address - 155 Miami St. Tiffin, Ohio 44883 FAX - 419-443-5007
09-10 FACULTY SPORT SPONSORS Football - Tim Shaw Volleyball - Jamie Orr Men’s Basketball - Kellie McGilvray Women’s Basketball: - Tim Schultz Men’s Soccer - Becky Fox Women’s Soccer - Erin Dean and Sharon Perry-Nause Men’s Golf - Perry Haan Women’s Golf - Jan Samoriski Men’s Tennis - Terry Sullivan Women’s Tennis - Rhonda Gilreath Men’s TK & CC - Vinnie Gajjala Women’s TK & CC - Vicki Ingalls Baseball - Scott Blough & Gene Chintala Softball - Danielle Foster Equestrian - Phyllis Watts Women’s Lacrosse - Mike Herdlick Wrestling - Brad Rees It is the policy of Tiffin University that any illegal recruiting activities as determined by the NCAA Division II policy is strictly prohibited by all members of the institution including but not limited to: boosters, coaches, athletic support staff, and student-athletes. It is also the policy of this institution that all coaches (and boosters) involved with recruiting will participate in annual continuing education regarding NCAA and conference recruiting rules and the intent of these rules. A continual monitoring system performed by university members who are not affiliated with the athletic program as to the actual extent of compliance with institutional recruiting policies and procedures will be conducted.
The basic rationale manifested by the existence of Tiffin University is that of the American dream. Tiffin is a place where the work ethic of the American heartland is evident and where there is truly value added for students. Tiffin provides access and opportunity for individuals and facilitates their preparation for successful careers and for productive and satisfying lives. Tiffin University represents a new kind of institution in America, the professional university, where the career objectives of traditional college-age students and adult students are optimized through professionallyfocused undergraduate and graduate programs that have a broad general education foundation. This fundamental institutional strategy appropriately positions Tiffin for the 21st century. Visit our website www.tiffin.edu for information on our majors, faculty, athletics, student life programs and much more. Master of Business Administration General Management Healthcare Administration Leadership Sports Management Master of Science in Criminal Justice Crime Analysis Criminal Behavior Forensic Psychology Justice Administration Homeland Security Admin. Master of Humanities Master of Education Bachelor of Arts Arts Administration *Musical Industry *Visual Arts Communication *Electronic Media *Journalism *Public Relations Education *Integrated Language Arts *Integrated Social Studies *Middle Childhood Education English General Science Government and National Security History Psychology *Addictions Counseling *Experimental Psychology *Human Services
Bachelor of Business Administration Accounting Computer and Information Technology Finance Management *Equine Business Management *Hospitality and Tourism Management *Human Resources Management *International Business *Managerial Studies Marketing Organizational Management Sports and Recreation Management Bachelor of Criminal Justice Corrections Cyber Defense and Information Security Forensic Psychology Forensic Science Law Enforcement Homeland Security/Terrorism
The Mission of Tiffin University is to: • offer quality, professionally-focused, learning-centered undergraduate and graduate degree programs and life-long learning opportunities to prepare traditional college-age students and adult students for successful careers and for productive and satisfying lives of excellence, leadership, and service. • work with employers and specific professions to anticipate, design, and deliver effective academic programs that reflect evolving professional needs and intellectual requirements of the future.
Intercollegiate Athletics Sports of all kinds are an integral part of Tiffin University’s atmosphere. Our students express the same spirit and enthusiasm in athletic competition as they do in the classroom. Women’s Men’s Associate of Business Administration Soccer Soccer Accounting Volleyball Football Business Basketball Basketball Information Technology Softball Baseball Associate of Criminal Justice Tennis Tennis Law Enforcement Cross Country Men’s Golf Track and Field Cross Country Associate of Arts Women’s Golf Track and Field General Studies Lacrosse Co-educational Equestrian
Darby Roggow - Head Men’s Golf Coach Darby Roggow enters his eighth season as Head Coach for the Dragons. He looks forward to leading the men’s team into NCAA Division II competition and building upon past success. “Being a member of the GLIAC is very exciting. I’m looking forward to a great year as we have a lot of new faces in the program. It should be an exciting year,” Roggow said. “We look forward to competing against great fields every week as we travel across the country again this year. Our trip to Tucson, Arizona highlights the season. Even though we are young, I think we can be competitive quickly. We must continue to manifest a strong work ethic and high level of intensity. Those things have worked well for us in the past, and that won’t change this year.” Darby is Assistant Athletic Director as well as the Director of Club/Recreational and Intramural Sports at Tiffin University. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management in 1996 and obtained his Master’s degree in Business Administration in 1999. He, his wife Missy, and three children Rylie, Bryce, and Brayden reside in Tiffin.
Mohawk Country Club Since 1919, when the Donald Ross designed back nine first opened for play, the Mohawk Golf Club has offered a superb golf experience. Mohawk currently enjoys the reputation for being one of the finest eighteen hole golf courses in Northwest Ohio, with some of the best greens in the state.
Ryan Sams - Head Women’s Golf Coach Ryan Sams enters his second year as Head Coach for the Women’s Golf program. Sams is from Findlay, Ohio and graduated from Tiffin University in 2008 with a Bachelor’s degree in Management. He was a four-year letterwinner and captain for the Dragons and qualified for the Great Lakes Regional as a senior. Sams has experience serving as a Junior Tournament Operations Intern for the Northern Texas PGA in Dallas, TX during the summer of 2007, and has also worked at Red Hawk Run Golf Course in Findlay. He posted one of the highest GPA on the team with a 3.54 mark in his senior season and was a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee.
Bud Dunn - Graduate Assistant Bud Dunn enters his first year as Graduate Assistant for Men’s and Women’s Golf. Dunn is from Battle Creek, Michigan and graduated from Tiffin University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business. He was a letterwinner and captain for the Dragons and earned medalist honors at the Defiance Invitational during his career. He posted one of the highest GPA on the team and was a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee.
Fostoria Country Club and Seneca Hills Golf Course The Fostoria Country Club is among Northwest Ohio’s finest. Originally built in 1916 as a 9-hole facility, the course was ultimately redesigned and expanded to its 18-hole configuration in the 1940s by legendary architect Jack Kidwell. Today, the course is meticulously maintained and offers challenging play, as well as state-ofthe-art Wi-Fi enabled GPS systems. Seneca Hills is a complete golf and banquet facility. The well-maintained course covers 128 rolling acres in which a weekend or an accomplished golfer will enjoy the challenge of its par 70 and 6000 yards. Seneca Hills offers a warm rustic environment featuring a 100 year old barn - plus unmatched facilities to provide you with the ultimate in food service.
2009-10 Men’s Season Preview The Tiffin University men’s golf team had a promising first season of competition in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) in 2008-09, and will look to build on last year’s experiences. Said eighth-year Head Coach Darby Roggow, “The GLIAC is a very competitive conference with some of the best golfers in Division II, and we made good progress as the season went along that will translate into success for this season.” The Dragons finished eighth at the GLIAC Championships in the fall, and the team’s youth was on display as Tiffin’s top four golfers were sophomores or freshmen. The team finished 16th out of 21 teams at the Fall Great Lakes Regional competition, and 18th in the spring regional tournament. However, Coach Roggow saw signs of progress throughout the year, and they were on display at the final competition of the 2008-09 season. “Our third place finish at the West Virginia Wesleyan Invitational was our best finish in an invite all season,” said Coach Roggow, “and we know next year has the potential to be better with a year of seasoning against top competition in the region.” The Dragons return senior Spencer Schabel, juniors Andy Kronander, Seth McNeeley, James Bell, and Tom Conway, along with sophomores Justin Epure and Dillon Klein. Bell, Klein, and Conway consistently were the team’s top three performers at invitationals. “Our returners gained valuable experience, and have greater expectations for this season,” said Roggow. Newcomers Jon Klein, Corey Martinez, Jimmy Van Fleet, and Brad Wannemacher round out the varsity roster for the Dragons 2009-10 campaign, which promises to be an exciting year for Dragon golf. “We have the talent to improve our performances from last season, and are ready to step up and start climbing the ranks among the elite teams in our region and conference,” said Roggow.
2009-10 Women’s Season Review The Tiffin University women’s golf team looks to build on a successful first season in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The team showed strong promise during the 200809 season and looks at a brighter future in 2009. The Lady Dragons finished sixth at the GLIAC Championships, a strong finish and the team’s third-highest finish at an event during 2008-09. Tiffin won the Saint Joseph’s Invitational in the fall of 2008, and placed fifth at the Tiffin Invitational in the spring of 2009. The Dragons were led by senior Amber Wetherill throughout the year. Wetherill posted the best score in four of the team’s final five invitationals, with the only exception being Sara Durkee’s strong showing at the Ashland Invite. “Amber did a great job for the team last year, and we’ll need stronger performances from our returners to have a good year,” said second-year Head Coach Ryan Sams. The Lady Dragons return three players from last year’s team, including seniors Durkee and Brittany Lynch, and Kahla Bernacchi. Durkee was consistently the Lady Dragons’ second-best golfer last year, and Bernacchi typically finished a close third behind Durkee and Wetherill. “We’ll look for those three to show the new players on our squad the preparation needed to succeed in the GLIAC,” said Coach Sams. Tiffin brings four freshmen into the fold for 2009, as Elizabeth Christani, Deborah Landis, Allison Soviak, and Stephanie Templeman will look to make a smooth transition into the team and raise the team’s overall performance from a year ago. Despite the challenges of having a roster dominated by youth, Coach Sams is hopeful that the team will be better prepared for success in Tiffin’s second year in the prestigious GLIAC. “We made some good strides last year and have the ability to improve across the board,” said Sams. “With hard work and dedication we have a chance to be successful this year.”
2009-10 Men’s Golf Varsity and Junior Varsity Roster
Spencer Schabel Andy Kronander Seth McNeeley James Bell Tom Conway Justin Epure Dillon Klein Jon Klein Corey Martinez Jimmy Van Fleet Brad Wannemacher
SR JR JR JR JR SO SO FR FR FR FR
Fremont OH Medina OH Wapakoneta OH Toledo OH McHenry IL Cincinnati OH Delphos OH Lake Bluff IL Venetia PA McHenry IL Delphos OH
Matthew Kiesel Mike Deeter John Rice James Weck Josh Dennis John Kime Tyler Oliver Jacob Mathews Phil Patten Tim Ervin
SR JR SO SO FR FR FR FR FR FR
New Riegel OH Findlay OH Sunbury OH Findlay OH Tiffin OH Bucyrus OH Ohio City OH Galena OH Cincinnati OH Port Clinton OH
Head Coach: Darby Roggow
2009-10 Women’s Golf Roster
Sara Durkee Brittany Lynch Kahla Bernacchi Ashley Angelo Deborah Landis Allison Soviak Stephanie Templeman Head Coach: Ryan Sams
SR SR JR FR FR FR FR
Battle Creek MI Tiffin OH Marysville OH Canton OH Lancaster PA Berlin Hts OH Willard OH
Spencer Schabel Senior
Fremont OH
Andy Kronander Junior
Medina OH
Spencer Schabel is from Fremont, Ohio and is a senior this year at Tiffin. He is majoring in marketing and his career ambition is to become a Remax long drive champion. Spencer’s favorite player is John Daly. Driver: Nike Tour SQ Irons: Mizuno MP-60 Golf Ball: ProV1X
Andy Kronander comes from Medina, Ohio and is a junior this year. He is majoring in homeland security and terrorism. After graduation he wants to become an FBI agent. Andy has a sister who is attending the University of Findlay. His favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Cobra Irons: Titleist AP2 Golf Ball: Srixon
Seth McNeeley Junior
Justin Epure Sophomore
Wapakoneta OH
Cincinnati OH
Seth McNeeley is a junior this year and comes to us from Wapakoneta, Ohio. He is pursuing a degree in business administration and wants to work for a major corporation or own his own business after he graduates. Seth also loves to play basketball and his favorite professional player is Sergio Garcia. Driver: Taylormade Superquad Irons: Titleist AP2 Golf Ball: Titleist ProV1X
Justin Epure is a sophomore this year and is from Cincinnati, Ohio. He is pursuing a degree in sports management and wants to be a college athletic director after he graduates. Justin has played 5 PGA Tour courses and his favorite player is Zach Johnson. Driver: Titleist 905R Irons: Titleist 695 MB Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1
James Bell Junior
Dillon Klein Sophomore
Toledo OH
Jimmy Bell is a junior and comes to us from Rossford, Ohio. He is majoring in business administration and wants to do some type of work in the golf industry after he graduates. An interesting fact about Jimmy is he went to Nationals twice at Owens Community College and his favorite player is Jim Furyk. Driver: Ping G10 Irons: Mizuno MX-20 Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1X
Tom Conway Junior
McHenry IL
Tom Conway comes from McHenry, Illinois and is a junior this year at Tiffin. He is pursuing his degree in business management. An interesting fact about Tom is that he enjoys construction work and his favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Titleist D2 Irons: Titleist G95 CB Golf Ball: Pro V1
Delphos OH
Dillon Klein comes to us from Delphos, Ohio and is a sophomore this year. He is studying sports management, finance, and pre-law and his career ambition is to become a sports agent. Dillon was a State Champion in 2006 and his favorite professional player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Callaway FT9 Irons: Taylormade TP Golf Ball: ProV1X
Jon Klein Freshman
Lake Bluff IL
Jon Klein is a freshman and is from Lake Bluff, Illinois. He is undecided on his major. Jon’s brother also is a collegiate golfer, competing at the Division III level. His favorite player is Luke Donald. Driver: Callaway FT-3 Irons: Titleist 695 CB Golf Ball: Pro V1x
Corey Martinez Freshman
Venetia PA
Matt Kiesel Senior
New Riegel OH
Corey Martinez is a freshman and is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is pursuing a degree in business and wants to eventually run his own business. Corey also plays hockey and his favorite player is Sergio Garcia. Driver: Titleist 905T Irons: Taylormade RAC LT Golf Ball: Pro V1
Matthew Kiesel is a senior and comes to us from New Riegel, Ohio. Matthew is pursuing a degree in business administration and his career ambition is to be successful. His favorite professional player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Titleist Irons: Taylormade Golf Ball: Titleist
Jimmy Van Fleet Freshman
Mike Deeter Junior
McHenry IL
Jim Van Fleet is a freshman and comes to us from McHenry, Illinois. Jim is majoring in business and his career ambition is to become a golf club professional. An interesting fact about Jim is that he wrestled for 4 years and his favorite player is Phil Mickleson. Driver: Callaway FT-3 Irons: Mizuno MP-57 Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1
Brad Wannemacher Freshman Delphos OH Brad Wannemacher is a freshman and comes to us from Delphos, Ohio. As of now, Brad is an undecided major. An interesting fact about Brad is that his low round is 64 and his favorite players are Tiger Woods and Adam Scott. Driver: Ping G10 Irons: Titleist AP 2 Golf Ball: Pro VIX
Findlay OH
Mike Deeter is a junior at Tiffin and comes to us from Mt. Blanchard, Ohio. His major of study is in marketing and his career ambition is to work in the golf industry. An interesting fact about Mike is that his favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Taylormade R7 Irons: Titleist 735CM Golf Ball:Titleist ProV1
John Rice Sophomore
Sunbury OH
John Rice is a sophomore at Tiffin and is from Sunburg, Ohio. He is pursuing his degree in journalism and his career ambition is to write for a major golf publication. An interesting fact about John is that he has lived in 4 states and in 2 different countries. John’s favorite professional player is Fred Couples. Driver: Cleveland Launcher Irons: Mizuno MP30 Golf Ball: Pro V1x
James Weck Sophomore
Findlay OH
James Weck comes from Findlay, Ohio and is a freshman this year at Tiffin. He is majoring in homeland security and terrorism. James’s career ambition is to work in counterterrorism. His favorite professional player is Greg Norman. Driver: Titleist Irons: Ben Hogan Golf Ball: Pro-V1
Josh Dennis Freshman
Tiffin OH
Phil Patten Freshman
Cincinnati OH
Josh Dennis is a golfer from Lakota High School in Kansas, Ohio. He is majoring in Management and wants to be a farmer after graduation. Equipment Played: TaylorMade Golf Ball Played: Titleist Favorite Golfer: Tiger Woods
Philip Patten is a freshman and comes to us from Cincinnati, Ohio. He is pursuing his degree in finance. An interesting fact about Philip is that his uncle is the drummer of Lynyrd Skynyrd. His favorite professional player is Ernie Els. Driver: Callaway Irons: Cleveland Golf Ball: Titleist ProV1
John Kime Freshman
Tim Ervin Freshman
Bucyrus OH
John Kime comes to us from Bucyrus, Ohio. His major of study is in marketing and his career ambition is to work in the golf course design field after graduation. John has a brother who plays college football and his favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Titleist D2 Irons: TaylorMade R7 Tp Golf Ball: Titleist ProV1
Tyler Oliver Freshman
Ohio City OH
Tyler Oliver is a freshman and is from Ohio City, Ohio. He is majoring in sports management and wants to be an agent in a professional sport or work for the PGA. Tyler began playing golf when he was 14 years old. His favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Alpha C835 Irons: Callaway X22 Golf Ball: Taylormade LDP
Jacob Mathews Freshman
Galena OH
Jake Matthews is a freshman and is from Galena, Ohio. He is pursuing his degree in business and his career ambition is to eventually own his own business. Jake also used to play hockey and his favorite professional player is Sergio Garcia. Driver: Taylormade R9 Irons: Titleist G95 CB Golf Ball: Pro V1
Port Clinton OH
Tim Ervin comes from Port Clinton, Ohio. He is pursuing his degree in history and his career ambition is to become a marine officer. An interesting fact about Tim is that his favorite player is Tiger Woods. Driver: Titleist 909D3 Irons: Srixon I 506 Golf Ball: ProV1
Sara Durkee Senior
Battle Creek MI
Allison Soviak Freshman
Berlin Heights OH
Sara Durkee is a golfer from Battle Creek, MI who attended Lakeview High School. She is the daughter of Brian and Nancy Durkee and has a brother, Paul. She is a First Team All-AMC honoree who also earned three All-Conference honors in high school. She is involved with Circle K and the Student Athlete Advisory Committee on campus. She is majoring in Business and hopes to start her own business after graduation.
Allison Soviak is a golfer from Berlin Heights, OH where she attended Edison High School and was coached by Lisa Kelble. She is the daughter of Rachel and Kip Soviak and sister to Bryan, Maxton, Griffin, Kathleen, Marilyn, and Josie. She has yet to declare a major.
Brittany Lynch Senior
Stephanie Templeman Freshman Willard OH
Tiffin OH
Brittany Lynch is a golfer from Tiffin, OH who attended Bettsville High School. She is the daughter of Jeff and Andrea Lynch and has a sister, Jessica. She earned Northwest District honors while in high school. She is majoring in Business Management and wants to attend graduate school after graduation.
Kahla Bernacchi Junior
Marysville OH
Kahla Bernacchi is a golfer from Marysville OH who attended Marysville High School. She is the daughter of Chris and Karen Bernacchi and was a First Team All-OCC player. She is majoring in Marketing and Finance and wants to work for a Fortune 500 company after graduation.
Deborah Landis Freshman
Lancaster PA
Deborah Landis is a golfer from Lancaster, PA where she attended Lancaster Christian School. She is the daughter of Don and Judi Landis and sister to Joanna. She is a sports management major. Deborah also achieved All Conference honors her junior and senior years at Lancaster.
Stephanie Templeman is a golfer from Willard, OH where she attended Willard High School and was coached by Mark White. Her parents are Larry and Barb Templeman. She is a forensic science major and she is in the criminal justice club. She was her high school salutatorian and honors graduate. After graduation from Tiffin University she plans on pursuing her career and starting a family.
2008-09 Men’s Results 9/6-7/08 NMU Invitational TU 11th of 13 T 25 Bleu George 77 71 74 222 +9 T 38 Andy Kronander 74 74 79 227 +14 44 Jason Crow 76 72 81 229 +16 T 47 Justin Sparks 80 74 78 232 +19 51 Matt Cherry 79 79 77 235 +22
10/19-21/08 LMU Invitational TU 9th of 12 T 27 Bleu George 79 73 152 +8 T 30 Andy Kronander 80 73 153 +9 T 34 Jason Crow 78 76 154 +10 T 34 Jon Kemman 78 76 154 +10 42 Justin Sparks 77 79 156 +12
9/15-16/08 U of Indianapolis Invitational TU 6th of 13 2 Bleu George 75 70 71 216 E T 25 Jason Crow 79 76 73 228 +12 T 36 Andy Kronander 77 80 75 232 +16 T 46 Justin Sparks 83 77 76 236 +20 T 46 Tom Conway 82 77 77 236 +20 T 50 Matt Cherry 80 75 82 237 +21
3/7-8/09 Tusculum Invitational TU 14th of 15 T 38 Jon Kemman 76 74 150 T 38 Andy Kronander 73 77 150 T 67 Matt Cherry 77 83 160 T 73 Justin Epure 80 82 162 T 79 Spencer Schabel 84 84 168
9/21-22/08 Great Lakes Regional I TU 16th of 21 T 51 Matt Cherry 71 79 150 +6 T 58 Bleu George 76 75 151 +7 T 58 Jon Kemman 74 77 151 +7 T 79 Tom Conway 77 78 155 +11 T 87 Andy Kronander 76 82 158 +14 9/28-29/08 Grand Valley State Invitational TU 10th of 12 T 22 Justin Sparks 78 75 73 226 T 34 Jon Kemman 82 73 75 230 T 39 Andy Kronander 74 80 77 231 T 47 Bleu George 74 79 79 232 64 Tom Conway 81 84 83 248 65 Matt Cherry 79 84 88 251 10/5-6/08 GLIAC Championships TU 8th of 9 T 12 Bleu George 76 73 71 220 +4 35 Jon Kemman 75 74 81 230 +14 T 37 Andy Kronander 77 79 78 234 +18 T 39 Justin Sparks 81 79 76 236 +20 41 Jesse Moss 84 78 76 238 +22
3/28-29/09 Ashland Invitational TU 7th of 9 T 21 Andy Kronander 73 79 81 233 +17 T 34 Matt Cherry 78 79 82 239 +23 T 39 Justin Epure 83 80 79 242 +26 T 47 Spencer Schabel 77 83 88 248 +32 50 Jon Kemman 83 86 82 251 +35 4/4-5/09 The Jewell - Georgetown KY TU 18th of 20 T 64 Andy Kronander 76 76 152 +8 T 69 Jon Kemman 72 81 153 +9 T 69 Matt Cherry 79 74 153 +9 88 Justin Epure 82 78 160 +16 T 90 Spencer Schabel 81 81 162 +18 4/10-11/09 Northwood Invitational TU 8th of 9 T 31 Justin Epure 79 79 158 +14 T 35 Andy Kronander 82 77 159 +15 T 47 Jon Kemman 84 80 164 +20 T 47 Matt Cherry 82 82 164 +20 52 Spencer Schabel 88 77 165 +21 4/18-19/09 WVWC Invitational TU 3rd of 9 T 6 Andy Kronander 79 75 154 +10 T 9 Justin Epure 79 76 155 +11 T 9 Matt Cherry 77 78 155 +11 T 21 Jon Kemman 86 77 163 +19 T 33 Spencer Schabel 82 89 171 +27
Men’s Golf Honors 2008-09 Matt Cherry - All GLIAC Academic Greg Dunn - All GLIAC Academic Matt Kiesel - All GLIAC Academic 2006-07 AJ Borisa - All-AMC/GCAA All-Region/ Hon. Mention NAIA All-American Danny Sorgini -All-AMC/GCAA All-Region/ Second Team NAIA All-American Alex Kocin - NAIA Scholar Athlete/ AMC Scholar Athlete Kyle Glenn - NAIA Champions of Character honoree NAIA National Championship qualifier (Plymouth IN) Nationally ranked 17th in final NAIA Coaches Poll NAIA Region IX Runner-up AMC Championships Runner-up Team champion ODU Battle at the Beach Team champion TU Spring Invitational Team champion Defiance Invitational Runner-up NAIA Classic at Brickyard Crossing Runner-up Malone Invitational AJ Borisa -Medalist-Notre Dame Invitational, ODU Battle at the Beach Danny Sorgini - Medalist-Mt. Vernon Invitational Bud Dunn - Medalist-Defiance Invitational 2005-06 Dan Grincewicz - All AMC AJ Borisa - ALL AMC Adam DeArmond - school record of 67 Derick Bores - school record of 67 NAIA Region IX Third place finish Team Runner-up Kyle Ryman Memorial Team Runner-up Mount Vernon Nazarene Invite Team Runner-up Malone Invite Adam DeArmond - Individual Medalist @ Malone (fall) Derick Bores - Individual Medalist @ Malone (spring) 2004-05 AJ Borisa - ALL AMC - school record score of 68 Adam DeArmond - ALL AMC Aaron Moore - ACADEMIC ALL AMC NAIA Region IX Runner-Up * School record round 285 (-3), School record three round total of 894 Team Champion Kyle Ryman Memorial Team Champion Mount Vernon Nazarene Invite Team Champion Cedarville Invite Team Champion LCCC Invite Team Runner-Up Malone Invite Team Runner-Up Walsh Invite Team Runner-Up Indiana Wesleyan Invite Adam DeArmond - Individual Medallist @ Cedarville Scott Dawson - Individual Medallist @ MVNU 2005 Final NAIA National Ranking of 31st
A.J. Borisa - NAIA All-American - Three-time All-AMC honoree 2003-04 Dan Grincewicz - All-AMC Josh Grondin - All-AMC Team Champion Kyle Ryman tourney Team Champion Gannon Invite Team Champion Mercyhurst Invite Team Champion (tie) Shawnee State Invite Runner-up Urbana Early Bird tourney Runner-up Cedarville Invite 3rd at Region IX Championships Received votes in national rankings 2002-03 Dan Grincewicz - All-AMC Mike Paulson - All-AMC Team Champion Kyle Ryman tourney Team Champion Siena Heights Invite Team Champion (tie) Shawnee State Invite Runner-up Bluffton Invite Runner-up Cedarville Invite 4th at Region IX Championships 2001-02 Phil Westfall - NAIA Scholar Athlete, AMC Scholar Athlete 7th at Region IX Championships 2000-01 Jon Moyer - NAIA Scholar Athlete, AMC Scholar Athlete
2008-09 Women’s Results 8/30-31/08 Bulldog Women’s Invitational-Ferris State TU 14th of 16 T 66 Brittany Lynch 95 79 174 +30 T 80 Amber Wetherill 91 89 180 +36 T 87 Kahla Bernacchi 93 94 187 +43 92 Amanda Hoile 100 95 195 +51
4/6-7/09 Agnes McAmis Memorial TU 17th of 19 T 67 Amber Wetherill 45 46 91 +19 T 76 Sara Durkee 48 46 94 +22 T 81 Kahla Bernacchi 52 48 100 +28 T 88 Amanda Hoile 48 59 107 +35
9/1-2/08 Laker Fall Classic - Grand Valley State TU 14th of 14 T 64 Brittany Lynch 92 81 173 79 Amber Wetherill 99 89 188 82 Kahla Bernacchi 91 103 194 T 83 Amanda Hoile 101 96 197
4/10-11/09 Northwood Invitational TU 7th of 7 36 Amber Wetherill 96 92 188 +44 T 37 Amanda Hoile 97 93 190 +46 39 Sara Durkee 96 95 191 +47 T 40 Kahla Bernacchi 97 101 198 +54
9/8-9/08 St. Joseph’s Invitational TU 1st of 3 T 2 Brittany Lynch 42 46 88 T 4 Amber Wetherill 47 42 89 7 Amanda Hoile 46 44 90 10 Kahla Bernacchi 51 44 95
4/17-18/09 Ashland Invitational TU 10th of 10 T 38 Sara Durkee 94 90 184 +40 53 Kahla Bernacchi 96 101 197 +53 54 Amber Wetherill 96 102 198 +54 58 Amanda Hoile 114 101 230 +86
9/28-29/08 Findlay Fall Classic TU 9th of 10 T 37 Amber Wetherill 85 89 174 T 44 Brittany Lynch 91 85 176 T 51 Kahla Bernacchi 92 88 180 56 Amand Hoile 98 91 189
4/19/09 Lady Dragon Invitational TU 5th of 5 T 5 Amber Wetherill 82 +10 15 Sara Durkee 88 +16 24 Amanda Hoile 96 +24 25 Kahla Bernacchi 97 +25 4/26-27/09 GLIAC Championships TU 6th of 6 T 19 Amber Wetherill 83 88 171 23 Sara Durkee 87 88 175 31 Amanda Hoile 103 94 197 33 Kahla Bernacchi 109 98 207
Women’s Golf Honors 2008-09 Brittany Lynch - All GLIAC Academic Amanda Hoile - All GLIAC Academic Kahla Bernacchi - All GLIAC Academic Sara Durkee - All GLIAC Academic 2006-07 NAIA National Championships Qualifier Region IX Champions Jen Trow - Region IX Medalist Jen Trow - First Team All-AMC selection Jen Trow - school record round of 74 Jessica Garcia - First Team All-AMC selection Sara Durkee - First Team All-AMC selection Dan Grincewicz - Region IX Coach of the Year Jessica Garcia - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Lauren Barnes - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Urbana Invitational Champions Jen Trow - Individual Medalist @ Urbana (fall) Jen Trow - Individual Medalist @ Walsh (fall) 2005-06 NAIA National Championships Qualifier Region IX Champions Golfstat.com ranking of 18th in nation Jen Trow - Region IX Medalist Darby Roggow - Region IX Coach of the Year Jen Trow - First Team All-AMC selection Kelly Rethman - First Team All-AMC selection Jessica Garcia - First Team All-AMC selection Amber Wetherill - First Team All-AMC selection Kelly Rethman - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Lauren Barnes - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Jen Trow - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Team Runner-Up J.P. Spiess Invitational Team record round of 325 at J.P. Spiess Invite Urbana Invitational Champions Kelly Rethman - Individual Medalist @Urbana Team Runner-up Ohio Northern Invite Walsh Invitational Champions 2004-05 Kelly Rethman - All-AMC selection Emily Hurt - All-AMC selection Kelly Rethman - NAIA, AMC Scholar Athlete Kelly Rethman - Individual Medalist @ Otterbein 2003 NAIA National Championships Qualifier Region IX Champions Kevin Bille - Region IX Coach of the Year Kelly Rethman - All-AMC selection Angie Hill - All-AMC selection Ashley Butler - All-AMC selection Kelly Rethman - Individual Medalist @ TU Invite
Jen Trow - Two-time Region IX Medalist
Tiffin University Golf Camp June 27-30 Camper cost - $100 Registration - 12-1 p.m. at Gillmor Center, June 27
Dragon Golf Supporters Dear Friend, I would like to invite you to become a part of Dragon Golf. It is the loyal support of friends like you that will help take Dragon Golf to the next level. You help lay the foundation for excellence, both academically and athletically.
The Tiffin University Golf Camp is designed for junior gulfers (boys and girls ages 8-18) that have an appreciation for the game and are eager to learn more about the rich tradition that makes golf the greatest game in the world. Every player in attendance will receive top notch instruction on the finer points of the game and individual instruction that will assist him or her in becoming the best golfer that he or she can be. The staff and coaches of the golf camp are committed to teaching the values and integrity of the game of golf and all players are guaranteed a fun and exciting experience that will last a lifetime. Camp Information Campers - Players are expected to arrive at Tiffin University on time each day with a timely pickup at the end of each day’s events. Campers will only receive lunch each day.
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The 19 hole is a financial support group that assists our athletes on their journey to success. Your support will help our teams compete with other NCAA Division II programs. The team is ready for a great year and we would like you to be a part of our success. Sincerely, Darby M. Roggow Head Golf Coach For further information, contact Darby Roggow at 419-448-3425 or email him at droggow@tiffin.edu.
Kyle Ryman Memorial Fund The Kyle G. Ryman Fund has been established to memorialize a former Tiffin University golfer, Kyle Garrett Ryman who passed away in the fall of 2001. All proceeds to the fund will assist in establishing an endowed scholarship in his name. Kyle was a resident of Old Fort, Ohio and while at Tiffin University he studied accounting and was a letterman on the golf team. Kyle was a tremendous young man and he was a perfect example of what a Dragons golfer should be. If you would like to contribute to the Kyle Ryman Memorial Fund you can send a check or money order to Tiffin University Golf - KGR Memorial Fund, 155 Miami Street, Tiffin, Ohio 44883 or contact Coach Darby Roggow in the golf office. Darby M. Roggow Director of Club & Recreational Sports Head Men’s Golf Coach Office # 419-448-3425 Fax # 419-443-5007 droggow@tiffin.edu
Camp Extras - Every player in attendance will receive a special camp t-shirt and prizes will be given for special events. Facilities - Tiffin University Golf Facilities, Mohawk Golf Club, Fostoria Country Club, Seneca Hills Golf, Loudon Meadows Golf Club, Indoor facilities for inclement weather, TU weight room Coaches and Staff Darby Roggow - Head Men’s Golf Coach, Tiffin University Ryan Sams - Head Women’s Golf Coach, Tiffin University Steve Stone - PGA Pro, Mohawk G.C. Chuck Putsch - PGA Pro, Seneca Hills Golf Other TU men’s and women’s golfers All participants enjoy: - Access to Mohawk Golf Club, Seneca Hills Golf, Loudon Meadows Golf, and Fostoria Country Club - Prizes and special events - Video swing analysis - On-course lessons - Instruction from PGA Pros - Camp t-shirt - Course Management skills Players are expected to bring appropriate clothing for golf. Collared shirts must be worn during golf course activities and no denim (shorts or jeans) will be allowed on any of the golf courses. Players are responsible for bringing their own golf equipment, which includes but is not limited to shoes, clubs, balls, etc. Players will be expected to have their own insurance. For more information, go to www.tiffin.edu or contact the golf office at 1-800-968-6446 ext. 3425.
As Athletic Director at Tiffin University and Head Baseball Coach since 1992, I can personally attest to the fact that this is an exciting time at Tiffin University and particularly its athletic department. As a full member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, arguably the nation’s finest conference, it is time to make a strong commitment to excellence. I am committed to increasing the visibility and our outreach efforts of TU’s athletic department while remaining conscious of your needs and concerns. Because of this the Tiffin University Athletic Department annually holds the Tiffin University Athletic Department Golf Outing. By supporting Tiffin University Athletics through participation in the golf outing, the community assists us with this commitment and ensures our student athletes compete at the highest level.
Supporter Sponsors Advertiser-Tribune
YMCA
Wildberry.com
IGS Energy
First Ohio Credit Union
Crystal Solutions Tiffin Glass and Mirror
Education Sales Management ESM Mr. Thomas Coffman Grand Rental Station TPC Food Service
Frame Works Custom Framing and Gifts
Seneca Cleaners / Seneca Printing Co. Creeger Implement
Diversified Graphics Tate & Associates, Inc. Tom Rodgers Flowers
Jeffrey Jewelry, Inc.
MT Business Technologies
Target Enrollment Group
Friends Business Source
Merrill Lynch
Nortrax
Pacesetter Soccer Club Jimmy Walker Crown Battery Anese Masonry Company
Thanks for your continued support,
Fans and Friends of Tiffin University
Lonny Allen Athletic Director Tiffin University
Lucius Door
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Wood
Hampton Inn & Suites
McClung’s Animal Hospital
AVI Food Systems
Toledo Business Journal
Shake Shak
Ballreich Brothers, Inc.
Akron Aeros
Champs Barber Shop
Bernie Steinmetz
Arnold Vending Company
A.A. Fire Extinguisher Sales & Services, Inc.
Brian Hall
Bair Brothers Sporting Goods and Awards
Head Shed
Burns Electric, Inc.
Red Hawk Run Golf Course
King’s Glass Engraving
Chris Brady II
Ameriwood Industries, Inc.
Dr. Robert Shreiner
Emily Gillock
Seislove Burial Vault Services, Inc.
JC Penney
Frameworks
The James Group
The Drive Thru
Friends Business Source
Anese Masonry Company
Marco’s Pizza
Gary Duplessis
Crown Battery Manufacturing Co.
Peebles
Higher Education Group
First Ohio Credit Union, Inc.
Tiffin Eye Center
Jon Perkowski
Grand Rental Station
Auto Zone
Klay Tire & Oil
MT Business Technologies, Inc.
(Kirk Corporation)
Napoli Pizza
Mike Baltzell
Rodger’s Flowers, Inc.
Threads
New Transitions Counseling LLC Seneca Cleaners/Seneca Printing
The Review Times
Phillips Electric & Appliance
Tiffin Community YMCA
Development
Reino’s Pizza
Wild-berry.com
Ewald Furniture
Seneca Tiles, Inc.
Sound Systems, Inc.
Friends Business Source
Tiffin Hardware Company
Pavement Maintenance Company, Inc.
Help Desk Ohio
Varsity Barber Shop
Nortrak
Home Savings & Loan Company
WFOB-AM/Roppe Corporation
Crystal Traditions
Seneca Massage Therapy
Autumnwood Care Center
Westgate Village Merchants Association
TJ Willie’s
Body Works Fitness & Tanning
Vicek Orthodontics
Felton CPA Services
Friedman Village of St. Francis, LLC
Ralph’s Appliance
Clinton Heights Golf Course
Supance and Howard
Premier Sponsors
Smith Family Frosted Foods Reineke Ford Dealerships
Old Fort Bank
Lane of Dreams
Fabrizio Chiropractic
UHS - University Housing Solutions
Tiffin Scenic Studio
Event Sponsors
Major Sponsors
Corporate One Benefits Agency, Inc.
National City Bank
Alvada Construction
Holiday Inn
Beerco
Marathon Petroleum Co. LLC
Clouse Construction
Team Sports
Patron Sponsors Liberty Tax
Picture Perfect
Magnus Terra LLC
Allegra Printing
P. T. Rehabilitation Services
Charles Construction
Fruth & Company
Fans and Friends of Tiffin University Lucius Door
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Wood
Hampton Inn & Suites
McClung’s Animal Hospital
AVI Food Systems
Toledo Business Journal
Shake Shak
Ballreich Brothers, Inc.
Akron Aeros
Champs Barber Shop
Bernie Steinmetz
Arnold Vending Company
A.A. Fire Extinguisher Sales & Services, Inc.
Brian Hall
Bair Brothers Sporting Goods and Awards
Head Shed
Burns Electric, Inc.
Red Hawk Run Golf Course
King’s Glass Engraving
Chris Brady II
Ameriwood Industries, Inc.
Dr. Robert Shreiner
Emily Gillock
Seislove Burial Vault Services, Inc.
JC Penney
Frameworks
The James Group
The Drive Thru
Friends Business Source
Anese Masonry Company
Marco’s Pizza
Gary Duplessis
Crown Battery Manufacturing Co.
Peebles
Higher Education Group
First Ohio Credit Union, Inc.
Tiffin Eye Center
Jon Perkowski
Grand Rental Station
Auto Zone
Klay Tire & Oil
MT Business Technologies, Inc.
Napoli Pizza
Mike Baltzell
Rodger’s Flowers, Inc.
Threads
New Transitions Counseling LLC Seneca Cleaners/Seneca Printing
The Review Times
Phillips Electric & Appliance
Tiffin Community YMCA
Development
Reino’s Pizza
Wild-berry.com
Ewald Furniture
Seneca Tiles, Inc.
Sound Systems, Inc.
Friends Business Source
Tiffin Hardware Company
Pavement Maintenance Company, Inc.
Help Desk Ohio
Varsity Barber Shop
Nortrak
Home Savings & Loan Company
WFOB-AM/Roppe Corporation
Crystal Traditions
Seneca Massage Therapy
Autumnwood Care Center
Westgate Village Merchants Association
TJ Willie’s
Body Works Fitness & Tanning
Vicek Orthodontics
Felton CPA Services
Friedman Village of St. Francis, LLC
Ralph’s Appliance
Clinton Heights Golf Course
Supance and Howard
Fruth & Company
Alumni in the Workforce Jon Moyer – Owner Operator of Lakeland Golf Club, Arcadia, Ohio Aaron Loathes – PGA apprentice, Hebron, Ohio Phil Westfall – Sales Professional – Precise Appraisals, Cleveland, Ohio Rip Roggow – Mortgage Banker, Chase Bank Asst. Golf Professional – Eagle Mountain Resort, Scottsdale, Arizona Dustin Harrison – Sales Representative – DHL, Inc., Cleveland, OH Kevan Maxwell – Asst. Golf Professional – Kiawah Island Resorts, Charleston, SC Ryan Kossick – PGA of America Tournament Coordinator, Dallas, Texas *Ryan was the recipient of the Outstanding Student/Athlete Award at Tiffin University (2006) Jessie Schrader – Loan Officer at Citibank, Cleveland, Ohio Matt Preston – United States Coast Guard – Boatswain’s Mate Third Class Shaun Bindley – State of Ohio Auditor’s Department, Columbus, Ohio Nick Frankart – Loan Advisor, Home 123 Loans, Independence, Ohio Christopher Dickey – Assistant Manager Family Video, Cincinnati, Ohio Aaron Moore – Sales Representative – Northwestern Mutual Finance, Fort Wayne, IN * Aaron earned Academic All Conference –American Mideast Conference Jeb Phillips –Aspiring Actor, Hollywood, CA (Recently appeared on Grey’s Anatomy) Kevin Schutte – Sales Representative, Toledo, Ohio Shaun Polasky – HR Generalist, Nortrax Inc. John Deere, Columbus, Ohio *Shaun was the recipient of the MBA Student of the Year Award at Tiffin University (2007) Daniel Grincewicz – Aspiring Tour Professional (Tar Heel Tour), North Carolina *Dan was named AMC / Region IX Coach of the Year (2006-2007) Michael Paulson – Aspiring Tour Professional (Gateway Tour), Phoenix, Arizona Adam DeArmond – Assistant Golf Professional, Florida Sean Bailey – Assistant Golf Professional, Augusta, Georgia Andrew Borisa – Assistant Golf Professional, Big Met Golf Course, Cleveland, OH *AJ earned All-Conference Honors (3-time) and Honorable Mention All-American, NAIA Alex Kocin – Graduate Assistant, Tiffin University Club & Recreational Sports *Alex earned NAIA Daktronics Scholar Athlete (2007) Jace Dunaway – Marketing Specialist, Marathon Ashland Petroleum, Findlay Ryan Sams - Head Women’s Golf Coach, Tiffin University, Tiffiin, Ohio
2010 NCAA Division II Women’s National Championships Officials from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) awarded Mesa host duties for the 2010 NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championships, May 12-15, with practice rounds beginning May 10-11, 2010. The tournament will be held at Longbow Golf Club and co-hosted by Mesa Sports Tourism & Development and Grand Canyon University. "Landing the Women's NCAA Golf Championship is another great example of Valley leaders working together for a common goal," said Jon Schmieder, president of Phoenix Regional Sports Commission. "Mesa is a prime example of a community reaching out to partners to secure quality events for the entire Valley." Newly formed Mesa Sports & Tourism Development, operated by the Mesa Convention & Visitors Bureau, worked in tandem with Grand Canyon University and Phoenix Regional Sports Commission to secure the event. This tournament will represent the first time Grand Canyon University has hosted a championship-level event in Mesa. Considered leaders in the tournament hosting industry, the university has hosted numerous NCAA regional and conference championship golf tournaments in the past, most recently the 2009 NCAA Division II Women's West Regional at The Legacy Golf Resort. "Grand Canyon University has had great experiences with championship golf, having hosted NCAA regional and national events in the past. We are extremely excited to partner with the city of Mesa in hosting this national championship event," said Grand Canyon University Director of Athletics B. Keith Baker. Pristine playing conditions will be on deck when the May tournament takes place next spring. Longbow Golf Club was recently ranked as one of the 2009 "Top 100 Resort Courses in The Country" by Golfweek magazine. The 7,003-yard Ken Kavanaugh-designed course boasts expansive fairways and infinite shot making choices giving the competition an anticipated level of excitement. Hosting the event in Arizona will showcase challenging, desert golf to some of the best teams in the country.
2010 NCAA Division II Men’s National Championships The Sagamore Club, a Jack Nicklaus-designed course in Noblesville, Ind., will be the site of the 2010 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Championships. The event is scheduled May 18-21. The University of Indianapolis and the Great Lakes Valley Conference, with assistance from Indiana Sports Corporation and the Hamilton County Convention & Visitors Bureau, will host the championship. The championship includes 108 student-athletes (20 teams of five who qualify in regional play throughout the nation, in addition to the top eight individuals not on those teams). Those 108 student-athletes compete over 72 holes of golf to determine both team and individual champions. “We are excited to bring our 2010 championships to central Indiana and The Sagamore Club,” said David Sharp, chair of the NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Committee and athletic director at Ouachita Baptist University. “A Nicklaus-designed course measuring nearly 7,200 yards will provide both a tremendous challenge and a great championship experience for our student-athletes.” This championship announcement is part of Indianapolis’ inclusion in the Championship City pilot program. Indianapolis and Indiana Sports Corp joined five other cities named to the program in September of 2008. The Championship City pilot program will feature multiple host opportunities of NCAA Division I, II and III men’s and women’s championships through 2012. The centerpiece of the Championship City pilot program is a long-term agreement between the NCAA and each host city to bring a wide array of championships and ancillary events to the six geographical areas over the course of several years.
NCAA and Tiffin University Core Values Core Values The Association - through its member institutions, conferences and national office staff - shares a belief in and commitment to: Learning Balance Resourcefulness Sportsmanship Passion Service
Student Athlete Advisory Committee A student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC) is a committee made up of student-athletes assembled to provide insight on the student-athlete experience and to offer input on the rules, regulations and policies that affect studentathletes’ lives on NCAA member institution campuses. Presently, there are separate national SAACs for NCAA Divisions I, II and III member institutions. NCAA legislation mandates that all member institutions have SAACs on their respective campuses, and many NCAA conferences also have established SAACs. The information that follows will assist you in understanding how the network of SAACs, from individual campus committees to the national committees, interact and support one another to shape intercollegiate athletics policy. Functions of campus SAACs include: Promote communication between athletics administration and studentathletes. Disseminate information. Provide feedback and insight into athletics department issues. Generate a student-athlete voice within the campus athletics department formulation of policies. Build a sense of community within the athletics program involving all athletics teams. Solicit student-athlete responses to proposed conference and NCAA legislation. Organize community service efforts. Create a vehicle for student-athlete representation on campus-wide committees. Promote a positive student-athlete image on campus.
Tiffin University is a member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Tiffin University is the league’s 14th full member and sponsors 18 of the GLIAC’s 20 championship sports. Located in on a 110-acre campus in Tiffin, Ohio, Tiffin University was founded in 1888 and is entering its 10th year of NCAA Division II status. Tiffin is the third institution from the state of Ohio to join the GLIAC. Ashland University, located in Ashland, Ohio, joined the league on July 1, 1995. The University of Findlay, in Findlay, Ohio, began competing in the league on July 1, 1997. The GLIAC’s members in Michigan include: Ferris State University, Grand Valley State University, Hillsdale College, Lake Superior State University, Michigan Technological University, Northern Michigan University, Northwood University, Saginaw Valley State University, and Wayne State University. The University of Indianapolis competes as an associate member in the GLIAC in football and men’s and women’s swimming & diving.
Great Lakes Region members Ashland University Bellarmine University Central State University Drury University Ferris State University University of Findlay Gannon University Grand Valley State University University of Indianapolis Kentucky Wesleyan College Lewis University Mercyhurst College University of Missouri, St. Louis
Northern Kentucky University Northern Michigan University Northwood University (Michigan) Oakland City University Quincy University Rockhurst University Saginaw Valley State University Southern Illinois University Edwardsville University of Southern Indiana Saint Joseph’s College (Indiana) Tiffin University Wayne State University (Michigan) University of Wisconsin, Parkside
Inside Dragons Golf Tiffin University’s golf program is regularly spotlighted in Inside Dragons Golf, a production of the Tiffin University Sports Information Office. The program airs on TimeWarner Channel 10 in the Tiffin area and is also posted on Tiffin University’s Men’s Golf mainpage on www.tiffin.edu. Hosted by Darby Roggow, the program offers interviews of Dragons golfers along with a variety of coaching tips and workouts that can improve each viewer’s golf game. The show enters its fifth year of production and continues to expand its coverage thanks to its placement on the Dragons Golf web site. Channel 10 has been the broadcast home of Tiffin University for 16 years. The channel, which is produced and maintained by the TU Sports Information Office, regularly broadcasts numerous athletic events including football, volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, track and field, baseball, and softball while also doing original programming such as Inside Dragons Golf. Channel 10 also shows various lecture series such as Good Morning World, Arts and Angles, and numerous TU Performing Arts programs. It looks to expand its coverage even more in 2010.