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Table of Contents Program History
This is the University of Central Missouri About University of Central Missouri UCM Administration UCM Athletics—Administration and Staff UCM Athletics Success Why the Mules and Jennies Media Information NCAA’s 88th Championship NCAA Athletics—Know the Rules Bowling at Central Missouri UCM Athletic Facilities Home of Jennies Bowling
All-Americans 44-45 Academic Awards 46 National Awards 47-49 Team USA Players 50 Student Athlete to Alumni 51 Hall of Fame Honorees 52 Post-Season Honors 53-59
2-3 4 5-8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16-17
2012-13 Squad Head Coach Assistant Coaches 2012-13 Roster 2012-13 Preview Photo Roster Meet the Jennies
18 19 20-21 22 23-25 26-41
2011-12 In Review Season Recaps Athletic Awards Academic Award
42 43 43
Team and Individual Records All-Time Awards All-Time Average Leaders All-Time Roster / Year-by Year Results Individual and All-Time Records Jennies In The Media
60 61 62 63 64
Name of School……………………….…………………………………………………………………………University of Central Missouri City/Zip……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…..Warrensburg, Mo 64093 Founded………………..……………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………………1871 Enrollment……………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………………...12,000 Nickname..……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……....………………………….Jennies School Colors………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....………….Cardinal & Black Affiliation……………………………………………..………………………………………………………………….....……….NCAA Division II Conference…………………………………………………………………………….Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association President……………………………………..……………………………………………………………………………………Dr. Chuck Ambrose
Credits The 2012-13 Bowling Media Guide is a publication of the University of Central Missouri Athletics Media Relations Office, Mike Knipper, Director. The guide was written and edited by UCM Women’s Bowling with assistance from the Athletics Media Relations staff. Cover design by UCM University Relations. University photos courtesy of UCM Photo Services and Bryan Tebbenkemp, unless otherwise noted. Special thanks to Sara Cox for Guide design work and to the Central Missouri Office of University Relations for providing the information on the university and administration. For media credentials contact the UCM Athletics Media Relations Office at 660-543-4312.
Jennies on the Internet Media members and fans can access information about the Jennies around the clock, as information about Central Missouri Athletics, the MIAA, and NCAA Division II is available via the Internet. To access information, go to http://www.ucmathletics.com. Central Missouri Athletic web pages are maintained by the UCM Athletic Department.
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This is Central Missouri The University of Central Missouri transforms students into lifelong learners, dedicated to service, with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed and lead.
Future-Focused Academics
The world moves at a faster pace than ever before. UCM’s innovative programs use new technologies to keep students up to date on the latest changes in their fields of study. Our faculty members are accomplished in their fields as well. They bring their experiences in industry and academia to their classrooms for our on-campus students in Warrensburg and Lee’s Summit, as well as to their virtual classrooms through our online programs.
Hands-on Experience
Learning by doing is a cornerstone of our 150 academic programs. Through hands-on experiences, students take their knowledge from the classroom and apply it in real-life situations. Whether it’s conducting research with faculty members, developing a business plan for a local company or battling it out in a national criminal justice competition, UCM students graduate well prepared for the future with practical, applicable experience.
Culture of Service
For more than 140 years, UCM’s motto, “Education for Service,” has been embodied by students who volunteer countless hours assisting communities, businesses and non-profit agencies. This tradition continues today when student groups clear debris after a tornado or build homes for local families through Habitat for Humanity. Service has always been a foundation of the university. By learning at a university that values that service,
UCM students continue to make an impact on their communities long after they graduate.
Global Perspective
UCM values diversity in thought, culture and people. As a result, the university takes a worldly perspective on education and prepares students to thrive in a globalized economy. UCM’s International Studies major examines global issues affecting human development, peace and security. The university’s study abroad programs connect students with more than 60 countries and 285 universities worldwide. UCM also has nearly 600 students from 47 different countries represented on campus. Experiencing these different ideas, cultures and people gives our students a unique perspective and prepares them for today’s global society.
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This is Central Missouri For more information about why the University of Central Missouri is the right fit, or for more detailed information about programs or admission to Central Missouri, call the Office of Admissions at
1-877-SAY-UCMO or visit Central Missouri’s website at
www.ucmo.edu
Undergraduate Programs College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences • School of Visual and Performing Arts Department of Music Department of Theatre and Dance Department of Art and Design • Department of English and Philosophy • Department of History and Anthropology • Department of Government, International Studies, and Languages • Department of Communication and Sociology Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies • School of Business Administration Department of Economics, Finance, and Marketing School of Accountancy and Computer Information Systems Department of Management • School of Professional Studies Department of Aviation Department of Criminal Justice Department of Communication Disorders and Social Work College of Education • Department of Career and Technology Education • Department of Educational Foundations and Literacy • Department of Educational Leadership and Human Development • Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education
Master of Arts Accountancy Communication English Environmental Studies History Music Sociology Teaching English as a Second Language Theatre Master of Arts in Teaching Middle School Education Secondary Education Master of Business Administration Accounting Ethical Strategic Leadership Finance General Concentration Computer Information Systems Marketing Master of Science Aviation Safety Biology Career and Technical Education Leadership College Student Personnel Administration Computer Science Counseling Criminal Justice Educational Technology Industrial Hygiene Industrial Management Information Technology Kinesiology Library Science and Information Services Mathematics Nursing, Rural Family Occupational Safety Management Psychology Social Gerontology Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Technology Master of Science in Education Elementary and Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction School Administration K-12 Education Curriculum and Instruction Special Education Literacy Education Secondary Education Curriculum and Instruction School Administration Special Education Education Specialist/School Administration Superintendency Education Specialist/Human Services Professional Counseling Learning Resources Technology and Occupational Education
Cooperative Doctoral Programs Education Leadership Technology Management
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ABOUT UCM
College of Health, Science, and Technology • School of Health and Human Performance Department of Nursing Department of Nutrition and Kinesiology • Department of Biology and Earth Science • School of Environmental, Physical, and Applied Sciences • School of Technology • Department of Mathematics and Computer Science • Department of Psychological Science
Graduate Programs
University Administration Dr. Charles Ambrose University President
Board of Governors
Charles M. Ambrose, Ed.D., became the 15th president of the University of Central Missouri on Aug. 1, 2010. A career educator who is a fervent advocate of servant leadership and engaged learning, he is committed to promoting academic quality, excellence in teaching and the collegiate experience. During his first year at UCM, President Ambrose helped guide the institution through the building of a new Strategic Governance Model in partnership with the Association for Governing Boards. He also provided leadership through an extensive administrative and academic review process designed to provide a stronger, more viable educational experience for students, while also cutting operational costs. Ambrose sought to build student enrollment, an effort that paid off in fall 2012 with the largest enrollment in the university’s 140-year history. To help make education more accessible, the university also entered new articulation agreements with institutions such as Metropolitan Community College and Linn State Technical College. The president continues to build strong relationships with the men and women who serve this country. This includes the establishment of the Whiteman Advantage Program, which brings together personnel from Whiteman Air Force Base and the university to work cooperatively in creating new educational opportunities for military members. The university also developed the Military Tuition Package, which provides savings on an education for military men and women currently serving their country, as well as their spouses and dependents, and veterans. Under his direction, the university developed a new strategic positioning initiative to provide a more articulated understanding of what makes UCM unique and helped guide the institution in establishing its future priorities. In fall 2012, Ambrose launched the new Missouri Innovation Campus, in collaboration with the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District and private industry, which will allow students to begin college during their junior year of high school and complete a degree in four years with little or no debt.
Marvin Wright
Gus Wetzel II
Board President Columbia
Board Vice President Clinton
Mary Dandurand
Weldon Brady
Board Secretary Warrensburg
Governor Warrensburg
Ed Baker
Walt Hicklin
Governor Columbia
Governor Gravois Mills
President Ambrose attended Furman University, where he was a four-year letterman and captain of the soccer team. After graduating from Furman with a bachelor’s degree in sociology, he earned two advanced degrees in higher education administration, a master’s from the University of Louisville and a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Georgia. Ambrose and his wife, Kris, are active in the community and have participated in charitable bike rides to raise funds and awareness for poverty, hunger and disease. The Ambroses have two children; Charlie, a college junior, and Kathryn, a high school senior.
Mary Long Governor Kansas City
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Kyle Shell Student Governor Warrensburg
Athletic Administration Jerry Hughes Athletics Director Under the leadership of Jerry Hughes, UCM’s athletics program has enjoyed unprecedented success, highlighted by the dual NCAA basketball championships in 1984 by the Mules and Jennies, the 1994 and 2003 NCAA baseball championships, and the 2003 women’s Intercollegiate Bowling Association national title. In 2005, Hughes was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Entering the 2012 fall semester, the Mules and Jennies have won 136 Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association championships, five national championships, had 44 other top four NCAA finishes, and made more than 238 NCAA post-season appearances during Hughes’ tenure. The Central Missouri athletic program also won the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association All-Sports Trophy each year from 1998-99 (the year of the award’s inception) until the award was discontinued in 2002-03. UCM finished second in the NACDA Director’s Cup in 2010-11, the best finish in school and MIAA history after finishing third the previous two years. Hughes was named Central Region Athletics Director of the Year for the 1998-99, 2001-02 and 2010-11 seasons as selected by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). He is the first three-time winner at any NCAA level--in the history of the Athletics Director of the Year program. Hughes has been Central Missouri’s athletics director since Jan. 25, 1983. Prior to that, Hughes had served as associate athletics director since July of 1981. In 1991-92, he served as the Mules’ interim head basketball coach and guided the team to a 15-13 record. Hughes has been a Division II member of the NCAA Executive Committee and chairman of the Division II Championships Committee. He also served a term as NCAA Vice President for Division II and has been a member of the NCAA Council, making him the only person to twice hold the highest-ranking office available to athletics administrators in NCAA Division II. Other NCAA committees on which he has served are the Membership Structure Committee, Administrative Committee, and Post-Season Football Subcommittee. He has chaired the NCAA Division II Management Council and Membership Growth Project Team and been a member of the NCAA Budget and Finance Committee and NCAA Administrative Review Panel, as well as the NACDA Sears Directors Cup Committee. He has spearheaded fund-raising efforts for major renovations of the Central Missouri football and baseball stadiums, as well as the development of UCM’s South Recreation Complex and Keth Memorial Golf Course Clubhouse. He is the founder of the Las Vegas High Desert Classic, a highly regarded NCAA Division II basketball tournament, which was held each December for 17 years in Las Vegas, Nev. In addition to his service at Central Missouri, Hughes has served as Regional Director of the Show-Me State Games, and on the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Health.
Hughes has been at Central Missouri since October 1979, when he took a position as business placement director. The following year he became director of student recruitment. In 1981, Hughes was chosen for the new position of associate athletics director. A native of Versailles, Mo., Hughes received his bachelor’s degree in physical education in 1971 from Central Missouri, with a minor in safety education. He was a three-year letterman on the Mules’ golf team, receiving All-MIAA honors in 1971. He also obtained a master’s degree in secondary school administration, which he received in 1979 from Central Missouri. Following his graduation in 1971, Hughes spent a year of active duty in the Army National Guard. In 1972, he returned to his hometown and took a position as physical education instructor, head golf coach and assistant basketball coach at Morgan County R-2 High School. From 1977-79, he served as the school’s athletics director and assistant principal. He and his wife, Vici, have four children – Greg, Chad, Parker, and Ashley. They have seven grandchildren – Tanner, Rylie, and Dalton from Greg and his wife Catrina; Fallon, Kaiser, and Logan from Chad and his wife Jennafer; and Sofija from Ashley and her husband Matt Ruzich. Vici works for UCM as Director of the Midwest Center for Urban Education and Charter Schools.
Central Missouri’s Athletic Directors Joe Ferguson Guy Lowman A.A. Mason Frank Winters Forrest C. (Phog) Allen Bill Greim Theodore (Tad) C. Reid Carl Voltmer Tate Page Leroy Harper Glenn Gerdes Carmen Ness Dr. Hal Yinger Dr. Floyd Walker Dr. Roger Denker Al Molde
Jerry Hughes
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ABOUT UCM
Central Missouri Athletic Director Jerry Hughes, left, here receiving his plaque from Jerald Andrews, chairman of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame Board, was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in the spring of 2005.
University of Central Missouri Director of Athletics Jerry Hughes and his wife, Vici.
Athletic Administration Missouri Athletics Kathy Anderson Central on radio, and as the host Senior Associate Athletics Director for Internal Operations Phone: 660-543-4310 Email: klanderson@ucmo.edu
It could be said Kathy Anderson’s athletic life has come full circle. She was an All-American student-athlete at the University of Central Missouri, she’s had her number 32 retired in Jennies basketball, and is a member of the UCM Athletic Hall of Fame. Now Anderson helps UCM student-athletes achieve their own goals, as she begins her eighth year at her alma mater. She was elevated to Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations and Senior Woman Administrator in 2011 after serving the previous six years as Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations and Senior Woman Administrator. Anderson had served previously as Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Student Services at Northwest Missouri State University. Prior to assuming her role at Northwest, Anderson served a brief stint as admission and eligibility coordinator at the University of Washington. She added those duties in the summer of 2002 to her responsibilities as operations coordinator for men’s basketball for the Huskies. In addition, Anderson was assistant basketball coach in 2000 for the Seattle Storm and in 1998 for the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA. Her coaching career began in 1980, when she was hired as assistant women’s basketball coach at California State-Fullerton. She served there from 1980-85 before moving on to the University of Washington as assistant basketball coach from 1985-96, and as assistant director of basketball operations from 1996-98. Anderson received a bachelor’s degree from UCM in 1980, graduating cum laude in physical education and mathematics. While wearing the Cardinal & Black, she lettered four years in basketball, three years in softball, and once in track & field. In 1979-80 she was named second-team Academic All-American, and in 1980 she was honored as UCM Outstanding Senior Female Student-Athlete and Outstanding Senior in Physical Education. With the Jennies belonging to the Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW) and playing today what would be considered a Division I schedule, she helped lead Jennies Basketball to an 82-31 record. She also was named to the Jennies Basketball All-Decade Team for 1970-80 and the Jennies Basketball Silver Anniversary Team for 1970-95. Perhaps her most outstanding accomplishment was being a member of the USA Women’s National Basketball program for the three years leading to the 1980 Olympics which the USA boycotted. In 1977, Anderson served as captain of the USA Women’s Junior Basketball team to Taiwan. In 1978 and 1979, she was a member of the USA Women’s Senior Basketball teams that traveled to China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan and Russia. In 1979, Anderson also was selected as an alternate to Team USA for the Pan-American Games. During the summer of 2010, Anderson was inducted into the inaugural MIAA Hall of Fame class for her outstanding accomplishments at UCM. Anderson has also served as past chair for the Division II softball committee and Chair of the Insitutional Representatives for the MIAA. She is currently Chair of the NCAA Division II women’s basketball committee. Anderson earned a master’s degree in sports administration from Seattle Pacific University in 2000.
Shawn Jones
Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Operations Phone: 660-543-8091 Email: sjones@ucmo.edu
Shawn Jones was elevated to Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Operations in 2011 after serving the previous six years as Associate Athletic Director for External Operations. From 2003 to 2005, he served as the Assistant A.D. for Marketing and Broadcasting. He was originally hired by his alma mater in 2000 as Manager of Athletic Marketing/Broadcasting. Jones is responsible for overseeing the external and revenue generating functions of the department to include the Mule Train athletic annual fund, corporate sponsor program, athletic marketing and promotions, media and public relations, special events, ticket sales and broadcasting. He also now directs the university-wide licensing program for UCM. As the Voice of UCM Athletics, he serves as the lead play-by-play announcer for
and coordinating producer of UCM’s weekly one-hour television show, Central Missouri Sportspage. He also emcees special events and assists in football scheduling, in addition to other administrative duties. During his time at UCM, Jones has served on the committees that have brought six current head coaches and three full-time staff members to campus. Under his watch, Sportspage has grown Shawn, Lauren, Hayden and Melissa Jones from a weekly 30 minute television show on UCM athletics to a Bronze Telly Award winning one-hour program that airs on KMOS-TV Sedalia/Warrensburg. The Central Missouri Sports Radio Network has also expanded to include 1450 KOKO, KWKJ 98.5 FM, KTBG 90.9 FM and www.warrensburgradio. com. A member of the National Association of Collegiate Marketing Directors, Jones oversees UCM’s highly successful corporate sponsor program and has played a major role in the success of UCM’s biggest fund raising event, the Celebrating Central Missouri Athletic Auction. That event has raised over $1.3 million in net profits for UCM Athletics in its 11 year history. His efforts in promotions have been recognized by the NCAA News and NACMA. Many UCM athletic promotions have been featured as Ideas that Work by the NCAA Division II Community Engagement Initiative. Jones recently wrapped up a four year term on the NCAA Division II Football Committee, serving four years as the co-chair of Super Regional Four. He was twice elected to serve as National Chair, serving in that role from Sept. 1, 2009 to Sept. 1, 2011, the longest allowable tenure under NCAA regulations. Jones was one of the youngest chairs in NCAA Division II football history. In January of 2009, Jones served as a featured panelist at the NCAA Convention in Washington, D.C., speaking on the topic of Building Relationships and Telling Stories: Engaging the Local Media. In January of 2010, in Atlanta, Georgia, Jones once again served as a panelist at the NCAA Convention, speaking on the topic of Fans: How to Find and Keep Them. Prior to his time at UCM, Jones worked for ESPN Regional in the University of Kansas Athletics Department. He served on the broadcast team for Jayhawk Baseball with the legendary Tom Hedrick and as the host of the Marian Washington Show on KLWN radio in Lawrence. As an Account Executive for ESPN Regional, he sold sponsorships for KU Athletics on the Jayhawk Radio and Television Networks. Jones also provided radio play-by-play for UMKC women’s basketball during the 1999 season. In 1998, Jones was Business Development Manager for the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, where he created new revenue streams for the 20,000 member organization. While a student, the Moberly, Mo., native worked at KOKO Radio in Warrensburg as assistant sports director covering Warrensburg High School and UCM sports. He also worked as a student assistant in the sports information office. Jones holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UCM, earning his bachelor’s degree in Organizational Communication from UCM in 1997. He also earned his master’s degree in Physical Education/Exercise and Sport Science with specialization in Athletic and Sport Business Administration from UCM. He and his wife, Melissa, live in Warrensburg. Melissa, who holds an MBA from Central Missouri, is the Technology Development Manager in Information Services at UCM. They are the proud parents of a seven-year old daughter, Lauren, and a three-year old son, Hayden.
Mike Knipper
Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations Phone: 660-543-4312 Email: knipper@ucmo.edu
Mike Knipper is in his second year as a full-time staffer at Central Missouri and his first as Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations. He is in his fourth year overall with the department after serving as a graduate assistant in the UCM media relations department from 2007-09. Knipper is in charge of all publications (media
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Athletic Administration guides, game day programs, camp/fundraising brochures, etc.), press releases, and the UCM athletics website, as well as the statistics and staffing of home athletic events. Interview and media requests also go through Knipper. Prior to rejoining UCM, he was the Assistant Sports Information Director at Washburn University in Topeka, Kan., where he served as the media contact for the volleyball, women’s basketball and baseball programs. In his two plus years at Washburn, Knipper received six CoSIDA publication awards for his media guides, including three “Best in the Nation” awards. He graduated with his bachelor’s degree in communication from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. As a collegiate wrestler, he was a part of four teams that placed in the top 20 at the NCAA-III National Championships, including fourth and fifth place finishes during his sophomore and senior seasons, respectively. The Iowa City, Iowa native earned his master’s degree in Athletic Administration from UCM in the spring of 2009.
Bob Jackson
Marketing & Promotions Director Phone: 660-543-8194 Email: jackson@ucmo.edu
Bob Jackson has been employed at the University of Central Missouri since 1999, but has been involved with the University’s athletic department since September of 1981. Jackson currently serves as the Mules and Jennies Marketing and Promotions Director. He is also part of the broadcast team on the Central Missouri Sports Radio Network. In addition, Jackson coordinates the advertising sales for UCM’s football and basketball game programs. He came to Warrensburg in 1981 to serve as sports director at KOKO Radio. There he was the play-by-play voice of Mules football, basketball, and baseball and for Jennies basketball, a position he filled until joining the staff at UCM in 1999. Prior to assuming his role at KOKO, Jackson was sports director at KWOS Radio in Jefferson City from 1976-81, where he provided play-by-play for Lincoln University football and basketball. Jackson’s wife, Sherri, is employed with the Warrensburg School District. They have two Sherri, Bob, Cassie and Jamie Jackson daughters, Cassie and Jamie. Cassie graduated from Central Missouri in 2012 with a degree in corporate communications with a minor in public relations, while Jamie is a freshman at UCM.
Ron DuBuque Head Athletic Trainer Phone: 660-543-4271 Email: dubuque@ucmo.edu
Jenn Huseman
Assistant Athletic Trainer Phone: 660-543-4304 Email: huseman@ucmo.edu
In her fifth year in a full-time capacity with the University of Central Missouri athletic training staff is Jenn Huseman. She was hired in August of 2008, but this is not her first time spent at UCM. Huseman served as a graduate assistant for Central Missouri from 1997-99 and also had a brief teaching stint in Warrensburg in the fall of 2006. From 1999-2006, she served as the certified athletic trainer at Sedalia Smith-Cotton High School and worked at Bothwell Regional Health Center, providing outpatient rehabilitative services. Huseman has also spent time as a clinical instructor at both Central Methodist University and Missouri Valley College. Most recently, she lived with her husband, Benjamin, in Korea for a year and a half while he was stationed there with the United States Air Force. While there she served as a housing assistance clerk at Osan Air Base. She received her bachelor’s degree in 1996 and her master’s in 1998 from Central Missouri. The Belton, Mo. native is certified ATC and LAT.
Crystal Meeks
Assistant Athletic Trainer Phone: 660-441-0914 Email: cmeeks@ucmo.edu
Crystal Meeks came to the University of Central Missouri in January of 2008 from St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana. She also worked for Jasper County Hospital and Renssalaer Central High School while there. Prior to her time there, Meeks was at the University of Arkansas where she earned her master’s degree in kinesiology. She worked with the football, men’s basketball, track and field, and gymnastics programs while also helping at Bentonville High School. She has also been involved in several post-season events, including the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament and the SEC and NCAA Track and Field Championships. Meeks earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Ball State (Ind.) University in July of 2004. She also ran cross country and competed for the Cardinals track and field squad from 2000-04. After college, she also served as an EKG technician at Washington Regional hospital in Indiana. The Demotte, Ind. native is a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer.
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ABOUT UCM
Ron DuBuque became Central Missouri’s Head Athletic Trainer in August of 2010. He has more than 30 years experience at the college and professional ranks, and has spent most of that time in the state of Missouri. DuBuque came to UCM after serving the previous three years as the Director of Sports Medicine at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, while also teaching at St. Louis University and doing rehabilitation consulting with the St. Louis Rams of the NFL since the summer of 2009. Prior to that, DuBuque spent a season as an athletic trainer for the world famous Harlem Globetrotters. From 1995-2006, he was an athletic trainer with the St. Louis Rams, and was present for both of their Super Bowl appearances in 2000 and 2002. DuBuque was also the Head Athletic Trainer for the St. Louis Blues of the NHL in the fall of 1994.
He also spent 11 years from 1984-1994 at the University of Missouri as the trainer and travel coordinator for the men’s basketball program, working with legendary head coach Norm Stewart. During his time there, he also worked with UCM Head Men’s Basketball Coach Kim Anderson. He was a part of three Big Eight regular season titles, and four Big Eight tournament crowns, as well as several NCAA Tournament berths. During his time at Mizzou, he also served as a sports medicine consultant for the Columbia Orthopedic Group and as a member of the Community Advisory Committee at Columbia Regional Hospital. He is listed as one of the co-authors of the 1985 book, ‘Missouri Power Basketball’. Since 1985, he has been a National Athletic Trainer’s Association Certification Test Examiner as well. DuBuque was at the University of Colorado in 1983 and 1984 as a graduate assistant, and spent a season in 1982 with the Montreal Expos Single-A affiliate in Jamestown, New York. He also interned with the Rams in 1980 and 1981 during training camp. The Webster Groves, Missouri native attended the University of Missouri from 1978-82 and received his bachelor’s degree in education with an emphasis in physical education. He earned his master’s in education with an emphasis in human performance from Mizzou in 1987.
Athletic Staff
Kim Anderson Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Susan Anderson Head Softball Coach
Jeri Braun Insurance Secretary
Chuck Clemens Assistant Football Coach
Rhonda Crews Athletics Secretary
Kyle Crookes Assistant Baseball Coach
John Culp Program Development and Retention Coor.
Dylan Dudley Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Chrissy Elder Assistant Volleyball Coach
Paul Engelmann Faculty Athletic Representative
Justin Ensign Head Wrestling Coach
Karen Hibdon Multipurpose Building Manager
John Hicklin Athletics Academic Coordinator
Ron Holmes Head Bowling Coach
Kip Janvrin Co-Head Track & Field Coach
Matt Jeter Assistant Football Coach
Josh Keister Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Kari Kimmis Mulekickers Coach
Josh Lamberson Assistant Football Coach
Brad Loos Associate Men’s Basketball Coach
Tara Matney Multipurpose Building Secretary
Keondria McClish Ticketing Supervisor
Hank McClung Assistant Football Coach
Tom Myers Head Baseball Coach
Kirk Pedersen Head XC/Co-Head Track and Field
Flip Piontek Head Volleyball Coach
Tim Poe Head Golf Coach
Chris Port Head Women’s Golf Coach
Michelle Schubert Development Officer Intercollegiate Athletics
Dave Slifer Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Virdia Stevens Athletics Accountant
Jim Svoboda Head Football Coach
Sean Teter Strength & Conditioning Coach
Lewis Theobald Head Soccer Coach
Scott Thomason Athletic Facility Coordinator
Kyle Westphal Assistant Football Coach
Jana Williams Assistant Softball Coach
Kelli Woodson Cheerleaders Coach
Ryan Anderson Media Relations/ Marketing G.A.
Greg Gorham Media Relations/ Marketing G.A.
Ashley Hooks Marketing/ Promotions G.A.
Allie Huffman Marketing/ Promotions G.A.
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UCM Athletic Success
190 MIAA Titles, 7 National Titles The University of Central Missouri has a long and rich history of excellence in athletics, both on the field of play and in the classroom. Outstanding teams, combined with some of the finest facilities in Division II athletics give UCM’s students, faculty and staff one more aspect of college life to enjoy with pride. Always a contender for conference titles, Central Missouri belongs to the 15-member Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association, which is recognized nationwide as one of the strongest conferences in all of NCAA Division II. Since 1983, the tenure of Athletic Director Jerry Hughes, UCM has won or shared 136 MIAA championships, more than any other league school. All-time, the Mules have taken home 134 titles, while the Jennies are at 56. Central Missouri has won five national championships since 1980 (men’s and women’s basketball in 1984--the first school in NCAA history to win both titles in the same season--baseball in 1994 and 2003, and women’s bowling in 2003), and seven overall. The Jennies volleyball team has been to the
NCAA Tournament every season for the past 29 years, and the Mules have won 16 MIAA Indoor Track & Field titles in the last 18 years, and 10 of the last 12 MIAA Outdoor Track & Field crowns. The Mules baseball squad has made 19 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, including 13 Division II World Series berths in that span. Seven UCM teams finished in the top 10 in the nation via ranking or place in 2011-12: volleyball finished in fourth along with women’s indoor and outdoor track. Mules golf finished in fifth, men’s indoor track and baseball were sixth and Jennies bowling finished in seventh. Individually, UCM had 39 different All-American seasons and performances. They also took home four individual national championships in track and field. Lindsay Lettow captured the pentathlon (indoor) and heptathlon (outdoor) titles, while Kayla Muyskens won the shot put (outdoor) and Laban Sialo won the 5,000m run (indoor). Dalton Moberly in cross country and Shawn Boss in indoor track & field earned the NCAA Elite 89 Award for the top GPA at the Championships. UCM student-athletes once again excelled in the classroom as they were awarded 245 academic awards from the MIAA, including 18 student-athletes earning Academic Excellence Awards for having 4.0 GPAs. In addition, 10 UCM student-athletes were named Academic All-Americans in their respective sports.
2011-12 Athletic Highlights •
Seven MIAA Championships – Jennies Volleyball – Jennies Soccer – Mules Cross Country – Mules Basketball – Mules Indoor Track and Field – Mules Golf – Mules Baseball
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Three MIAA Tournament Championships – Jennies Soccer – Mules Baseball – Mules Golf
• Two Regional Championships – Jennies Volleyball – Mules Golf • 12 NCAA Postseason appearances out of 16 sports • Finished 10th overall in the NACDA Directors Cup standings (a competition for best overall athletic program in the nation); fourth straight year in the Top 10 • Seven Coach of the Year awards • Four Individual National Championships • 39 Individual All-American seasons and performances • Both male & female winners of the MIAA Ken B. Jones Award as conference’s top student-athlete
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Welcome to Warrensburg, Missouri Warrensburg, Missouri is a friendly community of 18,000 people near the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Missouri Route 13. It is located just 40 miles southeast of suburban Kansas City, with its many cultural offerings, entertainment options and professional sports franchises. The county seat of Johnson County, Warrensburg is just four hours from St. Louis and three hours from Branson, Mo., with easy access by highway, Amtrak, or Greyhound bus. Other recreational opportunities include the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks 90 minutes to the southeast. Warrensburg is a city that emerged from a frontier gathering place more than 150 years ago. In 1833, a blacksmith from Kentucky named Martin Warren chose a well-travelled spot along an Osage Indian Trail to build a cabin and set up his blacksmith shop. His shop served as an informal gathering place for local farmers. Three years after moving to Missouri, Mr. Warren’s shop was named the county seat of the newly created County of Johnson. The township was named Warren’s Burg in honor of the local blacksmith, and in 1855, the township was incorporated and became the City of Warrensburg. It is that same strong midwestern work ethic displayed by its founder, and the same friendly atmosphere shown by his neighbors that may be seen in Warrensburg today. In the late 1800s and early 1900s Warrensburg was considered the Missouri Mule Capital because of the Horse and Mule Barn operated by the Jones Brothers on Railroad Street. Mules from the area won prizes at the State Fair (located just 30 minutes east in Sedalia, Mo.) and at even larger expositions like the one in St. Louis in 1904. The mule barn carried the motto, “Through these portals passed the meanest mules on earth.”
George Graham Vest on September 23, 1870: “The one absolutely unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world, the one that never deserts him and the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous is his dog.” Today the city’s Park Department has eight park areas with a total of 326 acres, and a Community Center which offers a wide variety of recreational activities. Two public golf courses are available in town -- one at the Hidden Pines Country Club, and another at Pertle Springs, operated Photo courtesy of United States Air Force by the University of Central Missouri. Other attractions in the area include Powell Gardens, a 1,250 acre botanical garden just 12 miles west of Warrensburg on Missouri Highway 50 that contains hiking trails, picnic areas, and seasonal displays; Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, Mo., home of the B-2 Bomber; Knob Noster State Park; and the Missouri State Fair, held each August in Sedalia, Mo. Of course, visitors to Warrensburg can also take in the exciting athletic events and various cultural experiences provided at the University of Central Missouri.
Warrensburg is home to many historic sites, including “Blind” Boone Park, the historic Johnson County Courthouse, the Missouri Pacific Train Depot, and many historical churches.
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ABOUT UCM
It is also the site of the Old Drum Memorial Statue, in honor of Old Drum, the hound shot and killed by his owner’s neighbor in 1869. Old Drum was eulogized by
Media Information
Mules & Jennies on the Internet
The Central Missouri Sports Radio Network Broadcast Team: Greg Hassler, Bob Jackson and Shawn Jones.
Media members and fans can access information about the Mules and Jennies around the clock, as information about Central Missouri Athletics, the MIAA, and NCAA Division II is available via the Internet. Access information at www.UCMathletics.com. UCM football, basketball, and select baseball game broadcasts may also be heard on the Internet by going to the link on the UCM Athletic Web Page or to www.warrensburgradio.com. Central Missouri Athletic Web pages are maintained by the UCM Athletic Media Relations office, Mike Knipper director. Fans can also receive updates via their cell phone by signing up for textcaster on the UCM athletic website.
Primary Media Outlets
Media Credentials
All requests for press, photo, or broadcast credentials and press box space for Central Missouri home games should be made at least two days in advance to the Athletic Media Relations Office, Mike Knipper, Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations: Phone - 660-543-4312; Fax - 660-543-8034; Email - knipper@ucmo.edu
Radio/Television Broadcasts
Approval for radio/television broadcasts of all Central Missouri home games must be received in advance from the Media Relations Office. The Athletics Office at Central Missouri provides one telephone line for use by visiting radio stations on a reciprocal basis. Stations wishing to use the line should contact the Media Relations Office at least one week in advance. Television stations seeking videotape highlights may wish to contact KMOS-TV.
Newspapers/Print
Warrensburg Daily Star-Journal - Corey Edwards, Sports Editor 135 East Market Street, Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone - 660-747-8123, Fax - 660-747-8741 The Muleskinner (student newspaper) - Student Editor Wood Room 312-14, UCM, Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone - 660-543-4050, Fax - 660-543-8663 Kansas City Star - Chris Fickett, Colleges Editor; Blair Kerkhoff, Beat Writer 1729 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108 Phone - 816-234-4141, Fax - 816-234-4360 Sedalia Democrat - Kyle Smith, Sports Editor 700 South Massachusetts, Sedalia, MO 65301 Phone - 660-826-1000, Fax - 660-826-0400
Radio
Photographers
Photo credentials allow access to both the sideline and press box/row areas, and must be displayed at all times. NCAA rules require photographers to remain in their designated areas. Any questions should be referred to the UCM Athletic Media Relations Office.
Game Services
Working media members are provided with a program, pregame notes, and statistics, as well as complete final game statistics and play-by-play accounts.
Telephones/Internet
A limited number of telephones and telephone lines for electronic transmission of stories are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will also be several network cable lines available for home basketball, baseball, and football games as well as wireless internet in those three venues. A fax machine is available on a limited basis.
Student-Athlete Interviews
Student-Athlete interviews during the week must be arranged through the Athletic Media Relations Office. Please make arrangements in advance. For telephone interviews, players will be instructed to return all calls collect or toll free. Home telephone and cell phone numbers, and email addresses will NOT be released. All postgame interviews are to be conducted outside of the locker room area following a customary 10-minute “cooling-off period.”
Athletic Media Relations Office
The UCM Athletic Media Relations Office is located upstairs in Room 203 of the Multipurpose Building. Telephone number is 660-543-4312. Fax number is 660-543-8034.
Follow the Mules and Jennies on KMOS-TV
KOKO 1450 AM/ KWKJ 98.5 The BAR - Greg Hassler, Sports Director P.O. Box 398, Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone - 660-747-9191, Fax 660-747-5611 KMZU 100.7 FM - Rod Tompkins, Sports Director 102 North Mason Street, Carrollton, MO 64633 Phone - 660-542-0404, Fax - 660-542-0420 KXKX 105.7 FM - Doug Sokolowski, Sports Director 2209 S. Limit, Sedalia, MO 65301 Phone - 660-885-7517, Fax 660-885-8318 KDKD 95.3 FM - David Lee, Sports Director P.O. Box 448, Clinton, MO 64735 Phone - 660-885-6141, Fax - 660-885-4801
Television
KMOS-TV - University of Central Missouri, Wood Room 11 Phone - 660-543-4155, Fax - 660-543-8863 MetroSports - TBA, General Manager, 6550 Winchester Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64133 Phone - 816-358-5360, Fax - 816-358-5479
UCM Media Relations Staff Mike Knipper Assistant AD Media Relations
Greg Gorham Media Relations/ Marketing Assistant
During the season, media and fans can also keep up with the Mules and Jennies on “Sportspage,” your weekly one-hour inside look at UCM Athletics on KMOS-TV, UCM’s Public Television Station. Host Shawn Jones will visit with Central Missouri coaches and student-athletes and review highlights of each week’s action.
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Ryan Anderson Media Relations/ Marketing Assistant
Women’s Bowling – NCAA’s 88th Championship Women’s Bowling is one of the most recent additions to the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s 23 sponsored sports and became the organization’s 88th National Championship in 2004. Although this winter-season sport is relatively young by NCAA standards, its growth and bright future is reshaping the way bowling is viewed within the world of college athletics and among the general public . . .
From the Beginning . . . In September 1994, the National Collegiate Athletics Association recognized Bowling as an “emerging sport” for Women’s Athletics. The classification was made to assist the NCAA member institutions in providing greater participation opportunities for female student-athletes. As an emerging sport, Women’s Bowling needed to reach a minimum of 40 or more sponsoring institutions to become a NCAA Championship sport. Until Championship status was reached, the NCAA recognized the United States Bowling Congress – Collegiate Division as the governing body for the sport, and the Intercollegiate Bowling Championships as the National Championship of all women’s collegiate bowling programs. Between the years of 1994-2003, seven NCAA -sponsored programs earned spots as competing teams at the IBC, with two schools (including Central Missouri) winning National Championship titles. In late 2002, the NCAA announced that its membership schools sponsoring the sport had exceeded the 40 school minimum to apply for Championships status. In January 2003, the NCAA passed history-making legislation to elevate Women’s Bowling to Championship status. The inaugural NCAA Women’s Bowling National Championship was held in Houston, Texas on April 12-14, 2004. The first-ever finals were contested between Central Missouri State University and the University of Nebraska, with Nebraska winning the first NCAA title. CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS Schools from the state of South Carolina, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee NORTHEAST REGION SCHOOLS Schools from the state of Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Virginia, Massachusetts, W. Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Delaware
. . . to the current Championships today. Since 2004, the NCAA has hosted its all-division National Women’s Championships during the second full week of April. The 8-team event is the culmination of a full season of conference, regional and national competitions. The Championship, similar to the regular season, incorporates two formats of NCAA play – 5-person Team Matches and Baker Match Play. Qualifying rounds of 5-person Team Pinfall Matches establish competition seeding, followed by Baker Match Play (4 of 7) for the Championship double - elimination bracket. The final two teams compete in the National Championship Finals, televised live on ESPNU and by tape delay on ESPN. Selection to compete in the NCAA National Women’s Bowling Championships is done on an at-large basis by the NCAA Women’s Bowling Committee. As with all other NCAA sports, specific criteria (ex. win/loss records, strength of schedule, quality of wins, etc.) are used for the selection process. Only matches and competitions played against other NCAA sponsored programs may be used for the National Championship selection process. All teams, no matter what its normal Division classification, compete together in this Division I event.
Playing the NCAA way . . . As with all of it’s other sports, the NCAA utilizes its own playing rules and administration guidelines. Although the USBC is recognized as a national governing body and resource, NCAA bylaws do not allow its competitions or the 50+ member schools to supersede NCAA rules that are based on outside organizations. Examples of differences between the two groups can be seen in student-athlete initial eligibility, continuing eligibility, recruiting, transfer rules, regular season structure (such as dates of play, formats of competitions, etc.), and other competition playing rules.
Recognition as a varsity sport . . . As a member of the NCAA-sport family, coaches and studentathletes are provided with outstanding resources and experiences previously not always accessible for the sport of bowling. From allaround athletic skill development to student-athlete services and public relations support, women’s bowling is now breaking out of previous stereotypical molds. NCAA Bowling provides amazing opportunities for student-athletes to function at the highest levels of the academic and athletic spectrum . . . opportunities which are primary goals for student-athletes in any sport.
Photos on this page taken Bob Badalucco
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Becoming a Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Athlete at UCM
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Bowling at Central Missouri The 2012-13 season marks the 11-year anniversary of a special landmark for women’s bowling . . . the program’s elevation to varsity status. Throughout this period, Central Missouri has annually been recognized as one of the nation’s best among all National Collegiate Athletics Association schools. Due to post-season requirements, Central is limited in playing against women’s collegiate squads outside the NCAA system. However, UCM maintains membership with the sport’s governing body and uses select events against USBC teams to provide elite-caliber competition and experience during the year. Student-athletes come from all over the United States to compete on the squads, bringing with them a wealth of talent and knowledge to share on and off the lanes. The ladies learn immediately that academics must be the first priority and life as a UCM student-athlete must be build around balance and giving of yourself for your teammates, school and community. The women serve as tremendous ambassadors for UCM and learn a great deal about themselves and the United States during their travels.
Bryanna Caldwell, Sara Cox and Tina Peak on the road Photo taken by Kim Wirth
Central Missouri student-athletes compete at an NCAA Division I level in this National Collegiate championship sport. Although the program is relatively young compared to others on campus, several teams and individuals have already left lasting impressions. Amber Gazverde became the first bowling athlete to be become National Player of the Year and inductee in the UCM Athletics Hall of Fame. Bryanna Caldwell and Tina Peak have earned spots on the U.S. National Teams while at UCM. Bryanna Caldwell became the first female alumni of the varsity era to earn national event title in 2010.
Before varsity level play . . . The women’s bowling program began on Central’s campus in 1971 and functioned as a club-sport until 2001. Throughout it’s years as a member of the United States Bowling Congress collegiate program, UCM competed against over 100 other junior college, AIAW, NAIA, NCAA and club-sport teams in an effort to win the women’s Intercollegiate Bowling Championships and Individual national titles of their era. Central Missouri earned numerous tournament and conference titles in addition to qualifying for the national championships twelve times in the final twenty years of club-level play. Included as part of these years were a 2nd place finish at the 1998 Intercollegiate Championships, 4th place at the 1999 Championships and 5th place honors at both the 1990 and 2000 Championships. Two Central Missouri women also won collegiate Individual titles.
1990 women’s team at the national championships in Portland, OR Photo taken by USBC
Multiple teams and elite-level players helped lay the foundation for the standard of success maintained today, including women such as Terry Eddy, Michelle Day, Cheryl Gibson, Jana Ohlendorf and Lisa Stack. These are just a few representatives of the women who earned the top conference and national awards of their time, including Player of the Year and All-American honors.
Ms. Stack was Central’s first four-year All-American. Stack was also the first player to earn a spot on the U.S. National Team and first to win an international gold medal. Ms. Olhendorf and Amber Gazverde won collegiate individual titles. Michelle Day has the honor of the highest women’s professional finish, just missing out on two different Women’s Professional Bowler’s Tour regional titles with 2nd place honors.
Women’s bowling is not the only game . . . UCM continues to support a bowling program for men on campus as a club sport through the Office of Campus Activities. Their program was also established in the early 1970’s and is one of over 200 in the United States who annually compete to earn the USBC Collegiate men’s national title. Most men’s program in the U.S. function at this level. The men have competed at the highest levels of collegiate play and were the #1 ranked team in the nation for a portion of the 1998 season. Their teams have won numerous top-5 awards in the regular and postseason, highlighted by winning the 1996 ACUI Team Championships and 3rd (1998) and 5th (2001) place finishes at the Men’s Intercollegiate Championships. Accomplishments of alumni male players include a Professional Bowler’s Association title (’85), PBA Rookie of the Year honors (’85), a Team USA member and multiple collegiate All-Americans. Art Brown is the most recent Central male alumni who has come close winning a another PBA title, finishing 3rd at the U.S. Master’s Championships in 2006. Eight players are now or recently have been equipment staff members with Columbia 300, Ebonite, Brunswick, Storm and Hammer.
The 1998 Central Missouri teams at Intercollegiate Bowling Championships where they earned 2nd place (women) and 3rd place (men) honors.
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Photo taken by USBC
UCM Athletic Facilities The University of Central Missouri is not only proud of its excellent athletics programs, but it is equally proud of its many outstanding athletics facilities. Below is a brief description of UCM’s additional training and competition sites for varsity sports.
Audrey J. Walton Stadium at Vernon Kennedy Field Home of Mules’ Football and the Mules’ and Jennies’ outdoor Track and Field teams, Walton Stadium at Vernon field is currently the largest football facility in the MIAA with a seating capacity of approximately 10,000. The three-level tower in the center of the grandstand contains luxury box suites available for use by UCM donors. Reserved seating is available at mid-level and lower level areas, with general admission seating available on the west, north and east sides of the stadium. The press box is located on the top level of the tower.
James R. Crane Stadium at Robert N. Tompkins Field One of the top baseball facilities in NCAA Division II, Crane Stadium at Tompkins Field is the home of the Mules’ Baseball team. Field improvements in the late 1990s added a locker room and coaches' offices for the Mules, an umpires' dressing room, new dugouts, permanent seats, a concession stand, a press box and lights to the already existing playing field. A new indoor weight training and workout facility was added to the site in 2004-05.
The South Recreation Athletic Complex One of newest varsity field facilities at Central Missouri , the complex opened for use in the spring of 2001 and is located south of the main campus. It is the home for Jennies' Softball and Soccer programs and includes locker rooms and coaches’ offices. The facility also has three additional softball fields and three multi-use lighted fields for various events, including intramural contests.
Keth Memorial Golf Course (at Pertle Springs) Keth Memorial Course is the home for the Mules’ and Jennies Golf teams, as well as Mules’ and Jennies’ cross country. Central Missouri’s 18-hole course is complete with a fully-equipped pro shop and the newly built Audrey J. Walton Clubhouse. Recent course renovations have added a heated, indoor hitting station, new driving ranges, putting greens and a short game area. The facility will be the future home to the Golf Course Management program when it becomes available at UCM.
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Home of Jennies Bowling Bowling Training Facilities Multipurpose Building The “Multi” serves as the primary building for off-lane conditioning and classroom activities for the team. The facility offers a variety of services for all athletic teams, from a six-lane indoor track, six basketball / volleyball courts, a Olympic-size swimming pool, racquetball courts and three workout equipment rooms. The facility also houses all primary Athletic Department offices, including the office of Coaches Ron Holmes and Heather D’Errico. UCM’s Department of Athletics and the sports of Basketball (Men’s, Women’s), Volleyball, Cross Country, Track & Field and Wrestling all function from the Multi.
Barnes Weight Training Facility
The Multipurpose Building is located on the west side of th e UCM Campus
Photo by UCM Media Services
Now in it’s 35th year of operation, the Multi has an athletic seating capacity of 6,000, the largest in the conference. The facility is also equipped with locker rooms and storage areas for multiple teams, including Women’s Bowling. The latest renovations to the arena were made in 2009, with the installation of new bleachers. The first competition was played at the Multi on November 27, 1976 and currently the “Roaring Red” spirit group helps provide teams with a distinctive home court advantage when completing in the building. In addition to being the site for UCM athletic events, it also is an annual site for the University’s commencement activities, as well as NCAA post-season contests, high school basketball and volleyball tournament games. The MIAA Indoor Track & Field Champion-ships are held here every other year. Major concerts held on campus can provide seating for up to 11,000 patrons.
The Millie Barnes Athletic Weight Training Facility within the Multi is designed solely for use by UCM female student-athletes to prepare for competition. The space offers stationary bikes, treadmills, stair machines, circuit weight equipment, free weights, and other state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training apparatus to build strength and endurance.
Van Dam Athletic Training Facility (in the Student Recreation & Wellness Center) The Ron Van Dam Athletic Training Facility is used by our female athletes for general physical health but also for injury care and rehabilitation. As part of the newest campus addition, the facility is located in the lower level of the new Student Recreation & Wellness Center and Morrow / Garrison building renovations of 2010. The facility provides oncampus physician care for athletes, advanced injury rehabilitation, injury modalities and a wide variety of physical assessment and training equipment for Athletic Training staff and students. The Van Dam facility is the primary location for the UCM Athletic Training degree program, which includes six satellite offices.
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Home of Jennies Bowling Bowling Training Facilities UCM Recreation Center in the Ed Elliott University Union
The Recreation Center is the official practice and competition facility for Jennies Bowling. Located at the south end of the Gilbert Activities Center within the Elliott Union, the 10-lane facility provides high-quality training and skill development opportunities for the student-athletes. Facility lane surface upgrades in 2008 included new synthetic lanes and approaches to offer more consistent play. Electronic scoring systems, ball returns and player seating area upgrades were completed in 2009 and 2011 to provide more modern amenities. The UCM Recreation Center also is the home for the Men’s Bowling club-sport team, in addition to intramural bowling events, local community leagues, and campus special events. University classes each semester for the Department of Kinesiology provide instruction for over 300 students each year and the Warrensburg Parks & Recreation youth programs attracts approximately 50-60 youth bowlers each fall and spring. The full-service pro shop is available for ball fitting, drilling and equipment finishing services. Photo by Sara Cox
Facility accommodations for student-athletes include a fullservice pro shop with HAUS Resurfacing equipment, practice and competition equipment storage, Ebonite Bowler’s Map computer-aided software and video evaluation systems for skill development. Open daily for general public use, the Gilbert Activities Center has something for everyone with it’s Bowling Center options, Chick-FilA resturant, Union General Store, Jazzman’s Coffee Shop, US Bank location, Student Digital Video Gaming Center and the Campus Activities Office. The Rec Center offers bowling leagues, dollar nights, office and birthday parties and Glo-Bowling nights for students, faculty and community.
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Ron Holmes ~ Head Coach Coach Holmes enters his 12th season as varsity head coach of Jennies Bowling and his 22nd year coaching the bowling program at UCM. Holmes is looking for the squad to perform at the elite level once again, a standard of excellence for which Central Missouri has become internationally recognized. The experienced squad returns most of it’s starting members from a team which finished 7th at the 2012 NCAA Bowling Championships. The seven-time Coach of the Year has led his UCM squads to the post-season each of the last 11 seasons, with five teams competing on the final day of the year for a National Championship. The 2003 Jennies team earned the program’s first national title at the Intercollegiate Bowling Championships, the NCAA’s recognized championship for varsity women’s bowling prior to 2004.
Photo by UCM Photo Services
Since the program’s “varsity” birth in the fall of 2001, Holmes’ teams have also earned eight top-5 Championships finishes, including three national runners-up (2004, 2005, 2009). UCM has won 30 tournament titles and its players have earned 31 regular AllAmerican awards during his tenure. In addition, players on these teams have been selected for 14 national honors, and 4 women have earned spots to represent the United States as members of the U.S. National Team (Jr. Team USA and Team USA). Promoting the NCAA’s motto of student-athletes, Holmes also stresses the importance of classroom work. His squads have maintained a team GPA of 3.34 during the last ten seasons and produced 74 Academic All-Americans. Holmes has been also been instrumental in the growth of NCAA women’s bowling at the administrative level. Since 2003, he has functioned as a member of the NCAA Women’s National Bowling Committee, with the last five years as the Secretary/Rules Editor. From 200103, Holmes functioned as a Consultant for Varsity Bowling on behalf of College Bowling USA, including a short role as interim Co-Director. He also has served on several Coaches’ Association committees, most notably as the Vice-President for the NCBCA from 1999-2003.
Varsity Coaching Highlights (11 yrs) * NCAA W/L Record—961-335-2 (.740 winning percentage) * 11 Championship appearances * 5 Championship Finalist medals * 14 1st Team All-Americans * 3 Central Missouri All-Sports Female Athletes of the Year * NTCA DII Coach of the Year (2004, ‘05, ‘07, ‘08, ‘09, ‘10, ‘12)
Holmes currently serves on the National Tenpin Coaches Association All-American and Coaches’ Poll panels. A current USBC Gold-Level Coach candidate, Holmes has been a USBC-certified Coach since 1991 and was recognized from 2006 to 2010 as one of Bowler’s Journal International’s Top 100 Coaches.
Career Accomplishments (21 yrs) * 22 National Championship appearances (17 women, 5 men) * 2 Championship titles * 4-time National Runner-Up * 8 Final Four Championship finishes * 47 Regular All-Americans * 17 Regional Awards * 9 National Players of the Year * 8 National Rookies of the Year * 89 Academic All-Americans * 7 Team USA system players
Holmes’ first 11 seasons as head coach were spent at Central Missouri as a volunteer coach for the Women’s and Men’s club-sport bowling programs. During these seasons (1990-2001), both squads qualified for post-season Photo by Bob Badalucco competition every year and 11 teams (6 women, 5 men) earned spots to the National Championships. CMSU’s teams also earned four Conference titles, two National Championship Finals awards, five top-5 Championships finishes, and produced 11 All-Americans, 19 Academic All-Americans and two Team USA system players. Coach Holmes and student-athlete Samantha Swanson plan the next move at the 2005 NCAA Bowling Championships.
An Independence, Missouri native, Holmes’ personal bowling career has also been quite successful. He was a four-year All-Conference player (1987-1990) and 1990 Conference Player of the Year for the Central Missouri men’s program. Holmes was also a member of the 1987 team which played in the National Championships and was the first CMSU player to roll a perfect game in intercollegiate competition in 1986. His personal accomplishments include honor scores of 300 (3), 800 (2), and a high average of 224. Holmes earned his Bachelor’s (1990) and Master’s (1992) degrees in the areas of Physical Education, Exercise, and Sports Science at CMSU. In 1992, he accepted a teaching position as an Instructor of Health Education and taught full time until 2001 when he was named the school’s first Women’s Head Coach. Holmes continues to teach courses as a portion of his current position on behalf of the Department of Kinesiology. He is also a Coordinator of Athletic Special Events & Camps for the Department of Athletics. Coach Holmes and Tina Peak discuss strategy at the 2004 NCAA Bowling Championships in Houston, Texas Photo provided by USBC
His wife, Amy, is an elementary school teacher. They have two children, sons Evan, 15 and Cameron, 12.
(Clockwise) Head Coach Ron Holmes with his wife,
Amy, and sons Evan (left) and Cameron (front).
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Photo provided by the Holmes family
Team Staff Stephanie
Heather D’Errico Assistant Coach
Heather is in her second year with the Central coaching staff as an Assistant Coach and focuses primarily on the team’s physical conditioning. Heather came to UCM after an illustrious playing career at Robert Morris University (IL), in which she anchored her NAIA team to four straight national championship appearances, including 3rd Place (2010) and 5th Place (2011) finishes respectively at the USBC Intercollegiate Team Championships. Heather earned multiple individual honors during her career, including an Honorable Mention selection as 2011 Bowling Writers’ Association of America Collegiate Women’s Bowler of the Year. Heather also earned NAIA 1st-Team All-American honors in 2010-11, was a NCBCA 2nd-Team All-American (2010-11) and a 4-time Academic All -American (2008-11). Heather was also the 2007 Alberta E. Crowe Star of Tomorrow Award recipient. The Rochester, New York native has two perfect games to her credit and a high series of 814. Heather graduated magna cum laude from Robert Morris in 2011 with a Bachelor’s of Professional Studies in Applied Health Sciences degree and certification as a Personal Trainer. Heather is working on her Master’s Degree in Health and Exercise Sciences while also teaching fitness courses on campus and within the community. As time permits, Heather continues to bowl competitively in elite-level tournaments.
McCulloch Student Assistant Stephanie joins the staff as a Student Assistant as she finishes her undergraduate studies and prepares for a career in medicine. As a member of the Jennies squad from 200912, Stephanie played in 73 matches and averaged 158.4. Stephanie earned Academic All-American honors in 2010 and 2011 from the National Tenpin Coaches Association. The Sullivan, MO native will finish her Biology degree in 2013 and head to medical school.
Dr. Andrew
Kim Wallace
Jacobs
Volunteer Coach
Sports Psychologist
Kim joins the staff as a volunteer coach as her schedule permits after a wonderful career as a member of the Jennies squad. Kim competed extensively during her four seasons (2009-12), advancing to the NCAA Championships all four seasons and she competed as a member of the 2009 national runner-up squad. Kim finished her collegiate career playing in over 450 matches, averaging 187.25. She was selected as an Honorable Mention All-American by the NTCA in 2010-11. Kim’s all-time personal honors include a high game of 296 and series of 755. Kim currently resides in Kansas City, MO and is employed as an Account Coordinator for an advertising firm. All-Time Team Win/Loss/Tie Records 2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07
94-45 87-35 86-44 88-38 79-25 82-30-1
2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03 2001-02
78-22-1 89-21 86-28 96-25 98-22
Dr. Andrew Jacobs begins his first year working with the team to assist with their mental training and preparation for competition. One of the country’s most respected sports psychologists, Dr. Jacobs works with athletes of all ages, from youth athletes to Major League and Olympic competitors. Called “a pioneer in mental training,” he was one of the first sport psychologists to work with a US Olympic team. During his years as the US Cycling Team’s sports psychologist, they won a record nine medals at the 1984 Olympics. Dr. Jacobs has worked with numerous professional and international athletes throughout the world and served as a consultant for the US Swimming and Weight Lifting Federations, the PGA and USTA. Dr. Jacobs remains a member of the US Olympic Committee’s Sports Psychology Registry. For the last 21 years, Dr. Jacobs has hosted “The Sports Psychology Hour,” now airing on 810WHB Radio in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Jacobs received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and his doctorate from the California School of Professional Psychology: San Diego. He has been in private practice in Kansas City since 1981. All photos are credited to UCM Photo Services except middle-right (Bob Badalucco) and bottom right (Dr. Jacobs)
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~ Player Roster ~ Probable Starters
Mayfield
Schroeder
Lantto
Wells
Richard
Jimenez
Leadoff
Leadoff / Scout
Scout
Bridge
Set-Up
Anchor
No.
Name
Avg
27 10 4 00 2 21
Gabriella Mayfield Kelli Schroeder Larissa Lantto Mary Wells Kara Richard Natalie Jimenez
192.9 191.4 185.9 229.0 * 197.4 199.1
Yr. Soph. Sr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Sr.
R/L RH RH RH RH RH LH
Lake Isabella, California Blaine, Minnesota Eden Prairie, Minnesota Westerville, Ohio Tecumseh, Michigan Rowland Heights, California
Hometown
(Eden Academy) (Centennial High School) (Eden Prairie High School) (Westerville Central High School) (Tecumseh High School) (J.A. Rowland High School)
Previous School
24 28 19 9 12 8 6 7 11 18 20 5 26 29 32 22
Shannon Dexter Megan Bentham Jennifer Potts Breanna Francis Morgan Dahlke Heather Wiehe Courtney Schultz Courtney Barker Alecia Lofton Ashleigh Calcote Morgan Kuckelman Amber Magee Ciara Cleveland Rachel Gooldy Kristi Renyer Nicole Gunn
176.5 172.8 194.0 * 191.0 * 198.0 * 215.0 * 177.2 181.5 168.0 178.0 * 169.7 156.1 193.0 * 186.9 * 205.0 * 156.0 *
Soph. Soph. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. RS Jr. Jr. Fr. Soph. Soph. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr.(RS)
RH RH RH LH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH RH
Puyallup, Washington Keller, Texas Smithboro, Illinois Webster, New York Columbia, Missouri Easton, Kansas Hacienda Heights, California Lansing, Kansas Battlefield, Missouri Friendswood, Texas Wichita, Kansas Stillwell, Kansas Stockton, California Junction City, Kansas Berryton, Kansas Clarksville, Missouri
(Emerald Ridge High School) (Fossil Ridge High School) (Mulberry Grove High School) (R. L. Thomas High School) (Columbia Rock Bridge High School) (Pleasant Ridge High School) (Los Altos High School) (Lansing High School) (Springfield Kickapoo High School) (WTM Academy) (Bishop Carroll Catholic High School) (Blue Valley High School) (Lincoln High School) (Junction City High School) (Shawnee Heights High School) (M. V. Clopton High School)
* No collegiate average available—high school average listed
Head Coach: Ron Holmes
Asst. Coaches: Heather D’Errico, Kim Wallace
Student Assistants: Stephanie McCulloch, Rebecca Avenson, Charie Nesbitt
Front Row (L to R): Bentham, Schultz, Jimenez, Lantto, Schroeder, Francis, Wiehe, Renyer ; Middle Row (L to R): McCulloch, Lofton, Cleveland, Gooldy, Nesbitt, Avenson, Dexter, Gunn, Calcote ; Back Row (L to R): Assistant Coach D’Errico, Dahlke, Magee, Potts, Richard, Wells, Barker, Kuckelman, Mayfield, Head Coach Holmes ; Not Pictured: Assistant Coach Wallace
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~ Numerical Roster ~ No. 00 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 18 19 20 21 22 24 26 27 28 29 39
Name
Year
Mary Wells Kara Richard Larissa Lantto Amber Magee Courtney Schultz Courtney Barker Heather Wiehe Breanna Francis Kelli Schroeder Alecia Lofton Morgan Dahlke Ashleigh Calcote Jennifer Potts Morgan Kuckelman Natalie Jimenez Nicole Gunn Shannon Dexter Ciara Cleveland Gabriella Mayfield Megan Bentham Rachel Gooldy Kristi Renyer
Fr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. RS Jr. Fr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Sr. Fr (R). So. Fr. So. So. Fr. Fr.
Height 5’9” 5’8” 5’1” 5”8” 5’5” 5’6” 5’1” 5’6” 5’4” 5’7” 5’6” 5’6” 5’7” 5’6” 5’7” 5’2” 5’4” 5’4” 5’7” 5’2” 5’4” 5’5”
Hometown
(Previous School)
Westerville, Ohio (Westerville Central High School) Tecumseh, Michigan (Tecumseh High School) Eden Prairie, Minnesota (Eden Prairie High School) Stillwell, Kansas (Blue Valley High School) Hacienda Heights, California (Los Altos High School) Lansing, Kansas (Lansing High School) Easton, Kansas (Pleasant Ridge High School) Webster, New York (R.L. Thomas High School) Blaine, Minnesota (Centennial High School) Battlefield, Missouri (Springfield Kickapoo High School) Columbia, Missouri (Rock Bridge High School) Friendswood, Texas (WTM Academy) Smithboro, Illinois (Mulberry Grove High School) Wichita, Kansas (Bishop Carroll Catholic High School) Rowland Heights, California (J.A. Rowland High School) Clarksville, Missouri (M. V. Clopton High School) Puyallup, Washington (Emerald Ridge High School) Stockton, California (Lincoln High School) Lake Isabella, California (Eden Academy) Keller, Texas (Fossil Ridge High School) Junction City, Kansas (Junction City High School) Berryton, Kansas (Shawnee Heights High School)
Staff:
Ron Holmes, Head Coach; Heather D’Errico, Kim Wallace, Assistant Coaches; Stephanie McCulloch, Rebecca Avenson, Charie Nesbitt, Student Assistants
Depth Chart (3-deep only) LEADOFF Mayfield Schroeder Potts
SCOUT Schroeder / Lantto Bentham Francis
BRIDGE Wells Dexter Dahlke
SET-UP Richard Wells Schultz
ANCHOR Jimenez Richard Wells
Pronunciation guide Jimenez—(hi-men-ez) Dahlke—(doll-kee)
Schroeder—(shra-der) Magee—(ma-gee)
Renyer—(ren-your) Wiehe-(wee-hee)
Personnel Situation Starters Returning (5) Natalie Jimenez Kelli Schroeder Larissa Lantto Kara Richard Gabriella Mayfield
Starters Lost (1) Senior Senior Srnior Junior Sophomore
LH RH RH RH RH
Additional Letterwinners Returning (7) Courtney Schultz Alecia Lofton Shannon Dexter Megan Bentham Courtney Barker Morgan Kuckelman Amber Magee
Junior Junior Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore
Letterwinners Lost (4)
Newcomers (10) Redshirts (2) Right-Handed (20) Left-Handed (2)
Co-captain and 3-time Academic All-American Kelli Schroeder is second on the team with 333 matches played as she enters her senior season.
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2012-13 Preview do better,” Holmes said. “We hope she can come back and play at her previous The University of Central Missouri will look to their depth levels. Natalie will provide solid and experience to propel them to the NCAA Women’s Bowling leadership for the group this year.” Championships in 2012-13. The path of success begins with a Central’s two other seniors that strong start to the season and a focus on will make a significant impact on this high standards of play. year’s team are co-captain Kelli The Jennies have three seniors and Schroeder and Larissa Lantto. a group of at several underclassmen Schroeder had a 196.8 game average with college and elite tournament last year while Lantto’s mark was experience to lead them this year. 192.3. “Both Kelli and Larissa made UCM is looking to get back to the great strides last year in improving NCAA Bowling Championships for the their level of play and will be a big key tenth straight season and 12th to our success this year,” Holmes said. consecutive year they have competed in Juniors Kara Richard and Gabriella Mayfield the post-season finals since the sophomore Gabby Mayfield lead a elevation to varsity status in 2002. group of younger returning players, and both ladies will be “I am excited and ready to get this looking to build on their All-American performances from 2011 season started to see how the team can -12. Richard (198.9) was second in average last season while perform,” Head Coach Ron Holmes Mayfield (192.8) was the top freshman. Mayfield also earned Natalie stated. “We have a very talented group NCAA Division-II Rookie of the Year honors. “Both players Jimenez of ladies assembled this year that I will be relied on heavily to contribute to the Jennies’ success in believe can compete with any team in the country. The key 2012 and we believe they will do a great will be to perform at a high level of play consistently against job”, Holmes said. the nation’s best teams. Our experience should be a great UCM will have a talented and diverse group of freshmen, led by Mary Wells. A few ladies will see playing time and Wells is slotted for a starting spot. “Mary is a very gifted player and far beyond her age for her skill level and maturity. She will not need much adjustment time and will make us better right away, Holmes shared.” The Jennies open up the 2012-2013 Mary Wells season in October in Wichita, KS.
Jennies Look to Experience for Success
Seniors Kelli Schroeder, Natalie Jimenez and Larissa Lantto will provide great experience and leadership this season.
resource,” head coach Ron Holmes said. The Jennies have several new faces but will rely heavily on their senior class to lead the way. “Our seniors have been the foundation of this group for quite some time. Each of the seniors have played a ton of matches and been asked to contribute to almost every match during their entire careers. It is amazing how much of a positive impact Kelli, Larissa and Natalie have had on the success of the program.” Holmes said. Leading the Cardinal and Black this season will be Natalie Jimenez. The three-time All-American and team co-captain will anchor the squad again this year. Last season the Rowland Heights, California native was selected as a 2nd Team AllAmerican by the NTCA and was first among the Jennies with a 200.3 average but was limited by a back injury which required off-season surgery and rehab. “I think Natalie is really looking forward to getting the year started and proving she is healthy and can play well again. Natalie had a very solid season in 2011-12 by most athlete’s standards but she would tell you she can Kara Richard
2012-13 NTCA PRESEASON NATIONAL POLL Rank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19 20.
Institution
Univ. of Maryland—Eastern Shores Arkansas State University Fairleigh Dickinson University Vanderbilt University University of Nebraska-Lincoln University of Central Missouri Sacred Heart University Sam Houston State University Valparaiso University Stephen F. Austin University Norfolk State University Kutztown University New Jersey City University University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Adelphi University Alabama A&M University Prairie View A&M University Bethune-Cookman University St. Francis College (PA) Delaware State University
1st place Votes
Total Points
14 5 1 1 1 1
634 589 558 495 477 471 435 323 309 285 240 182 158 116 104 75 71 69 59 58
Receiving Votes: Monmouth Univ., St. Francis University (NY), Alabama State Univ., North Carolina A&T State Univ., Morgan State Univ., Long Island Univ.
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Meet the Jennies
Senior Natalie Jimenez became the first UCM bowler to be crowned the United States Youth Amateur Champion in 2011. The 3-time AllAmerican was the 2010 National Player of the Year. 23 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 23
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Natalie Jimenez 5’7”- Senior
(Left-handed)
#2
#4
#10
Kelli Schroeder 5’4”- Senior
(Right-handed)
Larissa Lantto 5’1” - Senior
(Right-handed)
Kara Richard 5’8” - Junior
(Right-handed)
Roland Heights, California (J.A. Rowland HS)
Blaine, Minnesota (Centennial HS)
Eden Prairie, Minnesota (Eden Prairie HS)
Tecumseh, Michigan (Tecumseh HS)
Major—Psychology
Major—Family and Consumer Sciences
Major—Child and Family Development
Major—Elementary Education
Collegiate Avg.—191.4
Collegiate Avg.—185.9
3-Time Academic All-American
2012 Academic All-American
2-Time All-American 2-Time Academic All-American
Collegiate Avg.—199.1 3-Time All-American 2010 National Player of Year
#27
#00
#24
Collegiate Avg.—197.4
#28
Mary Wells
Gabriella Mayfield
Shannon Dexter
Megan Bentham
5’9” - Freshman (Right-handed)
5’7” - Sophomore (Right-handed)
5’4” - Sophomore (Right-handed)
5’3” - Sophomore (Right-handed)
Westerville, Ohio (Westerville Central HS)
Lake Isabella, California (Eden Academy)
Puyallup, Washington (Emerald Ridge HS)
Keller, Texas (Fossil Ridge HS)
Major—Mathematics
Major—Sports Management
Major—Pre Vet / Chemistry
Major—Criminal Justice
H.S. Avg.—229
Collegiate Avg.—192.9
Collegiate Avg.—176.5
Collegiate Avg.—172.8
4-Time Ohio All-State Selection
2012 National Rookie of Year
2012 Academic All-American
2-Time Texas All-State Selection
#9
#19
#12
#6
Jennifer Potts
Breanna Francis
Morgan Dahlke
5’7” - Freshman (Right-handed)
5’6” - Freshman (Left-handed)
5’6” - Freshman (Right-handed)
Smithboro, Illinois (Mulberry Grove HS)
Webster, New York (R. L. Thomas HS)
Columbia, Missouri (Rock Bridge HS)
Major—Education
Major—Business
Major—Nursing
Courtney Schultz 5’5” - Junior
(Right-handed)
Hacienda Heights, California (Los Altos HS) Major—Entrepreneurship And Social Enterprise
H.S. Avg.—198
H.S. Avg.—202
H.S. Avg.—205
Collegiate Avg.—177.2
2010 KS Pepsi Runner-Up
2012 NY All-Region Champion
2012 MO All-State Selection
2-Time Academic All-American
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#5
#20
#11
Courtney Barker
Alecia Lofton
Morgan Kuckelman
Amber Magee
5’6–Redshirt Junior (Right-handed)
5’6” - Junior (Right-handed)
5’6” - Sophomore (Right-handed)
5’8” - Sophomore (Right-handed)
Tonganoxie, Kansas (Lansing HS)
Battlefield, Missouri (Springfield Kickapoo HS)
Wichita, Kansas (Bishop Carroll HS)
Stillwell, Kansas (Blue Valley HS) Major—Early Childhood Educ.
Major—Business
Major—Elementary Education
Major—Psychology
Collegiate Avg.—181.5
Collegiate Avg.—167.9
Collegiate Avg.—169.6
Collegiate Avg.—156.1
2010 KS Pepsi Runner-Up
2-Time MO All-Star Team
3-Time KS All-State Selection
2012 Academic All-American
#8
#18
#39
#26
Heather Wiehe
Ashleigh Calcote
Kristi Renyer
Ciara Cleveland
5’1” - Freshman (Right-handed)
5’6” - Freshman (Right-handed)
5’5” - Freshman (Right-handed)
5’4” - Freshman (Right-handed)
Easton, Kansas (Pleasant Ridge HS)
Friendswood, Texas (WTM Academy HS)
Berryton, Kansas (Shawnee Heights HS)
Stockton, California (Lincoln HS)
Major—Business
Major—Education
Major—Undecided
Major—Nursing
H.S. Avg.—215
H.S. Avg.—193
H.S. Avg.—205
H.S. Avg.—193
3-Time KS All-State Selection
2012 TX Youth Player of Year
2-Time KS All-State Selection
2012 California All-Star
#22
#29
#17
#31
Rachel Gooldy
Sabrina Nicole Gunn
Rebecca Avenson
Charie Nesbitt
5’6–Freshman (Right-handed)
5’6–Freshman—Redshirt (Right-handed)
5’6–Freshman—Redshirt (Right-handed)
5’6–Freshman—Redshirt (Right-handed)
Junction City, Kansas (Junction City HS)
Clarksville, Missouri (M. V. Clopton HS)
Pleasant Hill, Missouri (Pleasant Hill HS)
Pleasant Hill, Missouri (Pleasant Hill HS)
Major—Music Education
Major-Computer Info Systems
Major—Undecided
Major—Business
H.S. Avg.—198
H.S. Avg.—165
H.S. Avg.—162
H.S. Avg.—134
2012 KS All-State Selection
2012 Missouri All-Stars
2012 MO Pepsi Finalist
2010 NWMO USBC All-Star
25 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 25
Meet the Jennies Natalie Jimenez Coach Holmes on Natalie Jimenez: ”Natalie is one of the best female players in the country and know she is on a mission to finish her collegiate career on a high note. She has a tremendous amount of experience playing in high level events and can be a dominant force in NCAA bowling. I look for Natalie to bounce back from her injury and have a tremendous senior season as a player and leader. ”
As a Junior: Although she was slowed significantly with a lower back injury for much of the season, Natalie earned NTCA 2nd-Team AllAmerican honors (200.3 avg.) and 2nd-Team All-Academic honors. She earned four all-tournament team selections, including two MVP honors at the VUU Invitational and Alabama A&M Holiday Classic. Prior to the start of the season, Natalie won the 2011 USBC Jr. Gold Championships and earned a spot on the 2012 U.S Junior National Team.
5’6” Senior Co-Captain
As a Sophomore: Natalie picked up right where she left off as a freshman by earning NTCA all-division 1st Team All-American honors and was named the DII/III National Player of the Year. Natalie led the team with a 206.49 average during 117 matches, collecting five AllTournament Team selections and seven top 10 finishes.
Left-handed
As a Freshman: Named NTCA Division II Rookie of the Year and Honorable Mention All-American … played in 123 matches over 13 events … averaged 191.43...earned two top 10 finishes, including Most Valuable Player honors at the Alabama A&M Holiday Classic where she averaged 230.
J.A. Rowland High School Rowland Heights, CA
In High School: Was #1 in the nation for youth females competing on USBC Sporting Bowling conditions. She was selected to the 2009 California All-Star Team and was the California Scratch All -Events Champion in 2006 & 2007.
High Game: 300 High Series: 776
Personal Information: Daughter of Joe and Tommie Lynn Jimenez. Natalie’s fiance’ Clint is also a student at UCM. Her hobbies include hanging out with friends, going to Disneyland, swimming and going to the beach, and being outside. Natalie is majoring in Sports Psychology.
# 21
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2009-10
123
65
58
191.43
41.4%
77.8%
87.5%
1
1
279
757
2010-11
117
54
63
206.49
51.7%
81.9%
91.2%
5
0
279
709
2011-12
122
56
76
200.32
47.7%
81.8%
92.4%
5
2
279
709
Total
372
175
197
199.05
47.2%
80.5%
90.5%
11
3
279
757
Season
26 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 26
Meet the Jennies Kelli Schroeder Coach Holmes on Kelli Schroeder: ”Kelli continues to expand her bowling skills, which will be a very important asset for us this year. Her ability to step into any role and be productive is critical to our level of play, especially Kelli’s spare shooting talents. I think Kelli’s greatest contributions in 2012-13 will be off the lanes as the team’s co-captain and her leadership will be the key ingredient as she will be the “glue” to our success. I look for Kelli to have a wonderful and productive season.”
As a Junior: Kelli filled many roles as a junior and played in over 120 matches, averaging 196.8. She earned All-Tournament honors at the Mid-States Classic. In addition to her on-lane success, she earned NTCA Academic-All-American honors for the third straight year.
As a Sophomore: Made major advances in her game and moved into
5’4” Senior Co-Captain
a regular starting role by the end of the season. Kelli played in 100 matches in 2010-11 and finished the year fourth on the Jennies with a 193.44 average. She led the team with a 95.3% single pin spare conversion rate , good for 2nd on the All-Time Records list. Kelli earned All-Tournament Team honors at the Big Red Classic.
As a Freshman: Kelli played a very active role as a part-time starter and key substitute throughout the season, averaging 186.11 over 13 events...earned one Top 25 finish at the Big Red Classic in Lincoln, NE.
Right-handed Centennial High School
In High School: Kelli was an allconference selection from 2006-08 and finished 4th at the 2008 Minn. HS Championships … she was named to the Minneapolis All-City Team from 2006 to 2008, was AllEvents champion and MVP in 2008, and won the 2008 Minnesota Youth Average title with a 218 avg.
Blaine, MN
High Game: 300 High Series: 792
Personal Information: Kelli is majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences, Secondary Education ... is the daughter of Greg and Theresa Schroeder...hobbies include swimming, horseback riding, rollerblading, playing pool and spending time with friends.
# 10
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2009-10
113
58
55
186.11
40.0%
76.4%
87.4%
0
0
255
622
2010-11
100
41
59
193.44
42.2%
79.6%
95.3%
1
0
244
660
2011-12
120
45
75
196.80
41.4%
80.8%
87.5%
1
0
252
718
Total
333
144
189
191.40
41.1%
78.7%
89.8%
2
0
255
718
Season
27 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 27
Meet the Jennies Larissa Lantto Coach Holmes on Larissa Lantto: ”I am really excited to see what Larissa can do this year. As Larissa comes into her senior season, I know she can perform well consistently at this level and I believe she has gained a great deal of confidence from her success of last year. Larissa is somewhat a quiet leader, but she is certainly someone that is a great model and will be a tremendous resource for our younger players to learn from. I look forward to watching her continue to grow and help our team as a competitor and leader.”
As a Junior: Moved into a starting role and became a strong contributor, playing in 139 matches and averaging 192.3. She earned All-Tournament Team honors at the Alabama A&M Holiday Classic. Larissa also earned NTCA Academic All-American honors this year.
As a Sophomore: Made solid advances with her physical game
5’1” Senior
during her second season, playing as part-time starter and throughout the year … played in every contest of the season, averaging 177.36, including a top-25 finish at the Newman Mid-States Classic.
As a Freshman: Served in numerous roles during the year, including
Right-handed
starter, substitute and Baker format spare specialist during the 104 matches played … of 13 contests Larissa played in, she averaged 182.26.
Eden Prairie High School
In High School: A two-time allconference selection, she was selected to the Minneapolis and St. Paul all-city teams in 2008 and 2009, and won the Minneapolis Female Youth Average title in 2008 with a 207 avg. ... qualified for the 2009 Minn. Pepsi Championships … was a semi-finalist at U.S. Jr. National Championships in 2008 and 2011.
Eden Prairie, MN
High Game: 298 High Series: 780
Personal Information: Hobbies include going to Minnesota Twins baseball games, hanging out with friends, shopping, watching movies, and spending time with family … Larissa is majoring in Child and Family Development … her parents, Sam and Debbie, are both highly accomplished bowlers and her father is a former member of Team USA.
#4
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2009-10
104
49
55
182.26
35.7%
74.4%
84.5%
0
0
235
618
2010-11
87
49
48
177.36
35.2%
73.9%
82.3%
0
0
225
619
2011-12
139
62
77
192.03
41.4%
81.7%
91.8%
1
0
257
716
Total
330
150
180
185.91
38.5%
77.8%
87.7%
1
0
257
716
Season
28 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 28
Meet the Jennies - Juniors Kara Richard Coach Holmes on Kara Richard: ”Kara comes into this season with a great deal of confidence, based on her experiences and success thus far. I know she is also still trying to expand her game to help with her consistency and I believe Kara is very close to making that happen. I look for Kara to settle in this year and be a steady force in the line-up and I’m excited to watch her progress. I also believe Kara can help some of the younger players in adjusting to this level on and off the lanes.”
As a Sophomore: earned NTCA 2nd-Team All-American honors while playing in 139 matches for the season where she averaged 198.9 … also earned 1st Team Academic All-American accolades for success in the classroom … earned four All-Tournament Team selections for superior performances and six top-ten individual finishes during season.
5’8” Junior
As a Freshman: Named NTCA Division II/III Rookie of the Year and Honorable Mention All American...played in 119 matches, averaging 195.67 for the season...spare shooting was among the top-10 All-Time Jennies records for a single season...earned three top 10 finishes, including MVP honors at the UNL Big Red Classic where she averaged over 230...Kara was a full-time starter for the Jennies as a freshman.
Right-handed
In High School: Kara was a Michigan first-team all-state selection in 2008 and 2009, and honorable mention 2007 … led her high school squad to state titles in 2008 and 2009 … set five state records with two 300 games and two 800 series' at the high school state Championships … was the HS AllEvents Champion in 2005 and Singles Champion in 2005 and 2008 … owns four MJMA youth bowler's tour titles and was the 2010 MVP … was a semifinalist at the U.S National Junior Championships in 2009, 2011. Personal Information: Daughter of Ken and Jody Richard … Kara is an elementary education major...her hobbies include hanging out with her twin sisters and shopping.
Tecumseh High School Tecumseh, MI
High Game: 300 High Series: 810
#2
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2010-11
119
55
64
195.67
42.2%
84.3%
92.6%
1
1
258
707
2011-12
138
61
77
198.90
47.1%
80.8%
91.8%
4
0
262
659
Total
257
116
141
197.38
44.8%
82.3%
92.1%
5
1
262
707
Season
29 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 29
Meet the Jennies - Juniors Courtney Schultz Coach Holmes on Courtney Schultz: “Courtney is progressing very nicely with her efforts on the lanes and in the classroom at UCM. She continues to work hard to improve her skills at the collegiate level and has made solid progress in these areas. Courtney has shown a great work ethic and I believe will steadily improve her ball roll options. She also continues to improve her spare shooting abilities, which hopefully will create opportunities for more playing time. It is my hope that Courtney continues to have success in these areas and I believe she will do a great job this year.”
Sophomore Year : Courtney played in 37 matches last year, averaging 177.6 in five competitions … Courtney paired with Courtney Barker to win the Doubles Division of the Mid-America Individual Championships … established new collegiate personal high game of 256.
5’5” Junior
Freshman Year : Courtney played in 25 matches last year for UCM, averaging 176.7 in three contests … she finished with a single-pin spare conversion rate of 87.7%, good for 4th on the team … was honored for her academic success by earning the McCord Service Scholarship and the UCM Dean’s List … was recognized by the National Tenpin Coaches’ Association as an Academic All-American.
Right-handed Los Altos High School
In High School: Was a 2010 California Junior Bowlers’ Tour titlist … qualified for the 2009 Teen Master’s Finals … 2009 California Pepsi District 8 Champion … was a National Honor Society member.
Personal Information: Courtney is majoring in Entrepreneurship and Social Enterprise … she is the daughter of Eileen Schultz … her hobbies include baking, reading and swimming … she is a member of the Alpha Phi sorority.
Hacienda Heights, CA
High Game: 268 High Series: 687
#6 Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2010-11
25
15
10
176.73
33.7%
70.7%
87.7%
0
0
202
562
2011-12
37
24
13
177.60
33.8%
75.1%
83.3%
0
0
256
619
Total
62
39
23
177.22
33.8%
73.0%
85.4%
0
0
256
619
Season
30 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 30
Meet the Jennies - Juniors Coach Holmes on Alecia Lofton: “Alecia continues to make positive strides in improving her bowling skills, but her biggest contributions this year will likely be in the area of leadership. The team will benefit greatly from Alecia’s administrative and academic support skills. I am confident she will do a great job for us”. Sophomore Year: 31 matches ... 170.2 average Freshman Year: 25 matches ... 165.1 average Personal Information: Elementary Education major...daughter of Pam Lofton…one of first graduates of Missouri’s high school bowling program… member of first Missouri BPAA High School Championship Team (2010)...selected to Missouri All-Star Team twice (2009, 10), Springfield, Missouri Youth Bowler of Year (2010).
Alecia Lofton
Kickapoo High School Battlefield, MO
#11
5’ 6” Junior High Game: 259
High Series: 681
Career Statistics
Total
Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
56
35
21
167.97
29.6%
64.8%
84.5%
0
0
209
566
Courtney Barker
#7 Coach Holmes on Courtney Barker: “Courtney made positive strides last year with her skill development and we hope that will continue this season. If Courtney can continue to improve on her speed control and spare shooting, she will become a more versatile player and see more playing time”. Sophomore Year: played in 24 matches, two tournaments … 181.5 average … won Singles and Doubles Divisions of Mid-America Individual Championships. Freshman Year: Redshirt season Personal Information: Daughter of James and Tammy Barker...majoring in business … placed 2nd at the 2010 Kansas Pepsi Championships... Earned spot to Tennessee High School State Championships four straight years (2007-10)...placed in top 15 of Tennessee Singles Championship three years (2008-10)...hobbies include soccer and coloring.
Lansing High School
Tonganoxie, KS
5’ 6” Redshirt Junior High Game: 279
High Series: 729
Career Statistics
Total
Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
24
24
0
181.54
37.8%
77.9%
85.4%
0
0
225
635
31 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 31
Meet the Jennies - Sophomores Gabriella Mayfield Coach Holmes on Gabriella Mayfield: “Gabby started her career at Central Missouri very well and I see no reason she will not continue to grow and develop her skills this season. Although she performed very well, I know she will tell you that she would like to become a better spare shooter and more adaptable to all lane conditions. I believe Gabby will benefit from having a year of experience because she has expressed an interest in the team’s leadoff position. We could use Gabby at the top of the line-up to show the squad how the lanes are playing and it takes confidence and maturity to fill that role. I look forward to watching Gabby continue to expand her game and think she will do a great job.”
Freshman Year: Gabby was the NTCA Division II Rookie of the Year and was selected as an Honorable Mention All-American for her outstanding success during the season … led the team in matches played this season (139), primarily as a starter ... averaged 192.89 for the season and earned two Most Valuable Player awards at the MidStates Classic and Big Red Classic … during one of her All-Tournament Team performances, Gabby averaged 237.8 per game (Big Red Classic).
5’7” Sophomore Right-handed
In High School: Gabby was the national runner-up at the 2011 Teen Masters Championships … was the high qualifier of the 2011 Northpointe Youth Championships … was a three-time BVL California Youth Champion and three California Jr. Scratch Tour titles ... has also been a four-time Singles and AllEvents Champion of the Bakersfield, CA Greater Empire Tournament and she was Runner-up at the 2011 California Pepsi Championships … was a semifinalist at the 2011 U.S. Jr. National Championships (USBC Jr. Gold).
Eden Academy Lake Isabella, CA
High Game: 300 High Series: 780
Personal Information: Daughter of Daniel and Christina Mayfield...majoring in sports management…hobbies include playing the piano, going to the lake and hanging out with friends.
# 27
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2011-12
139
62
77
192.89
47.3%
78.4%
87.0%
2
2
275
710
Total
139
62
77
192.89
47.3%
78.4%
87.0%
2
2
275
710
Season
32 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 32
Meet the Jennies - Sophomores Shannon Dexter Coach Holmes on Shannon Dexter: “Shannon did a very nice job for us last year with the roles we asked her to fill and I believe she made great strides in expanding her skills. Shannon’s ball roll gives us a distinct advantage when we need a straighter player and she is a great asset to have for our team. I believe her bowling skills will continue to develop and I feel Shannon can step into a more comprehensive role when called upon. Shannon is an important key to our success and I look forward to watching her contributions this year.”
Freshman Year: Shannon played in 56 matches and 10 events last year, averaging 176.4 in a reserve / spare shooting specialist role during most matches … her best performance was a 201.7 in a limited starting role at the UNL Big Red Classic … Shannon’s single pin spare shooting percentage (87.7) ranked 4th of all players in 2011-12 … Shannon also earned 3rd-Team Academic All-American honors from the National Tenpin Coaches Association for her classroom accomplishments.
5’4” Sophomore
In High School: led her high school
Right-handed
team to the Washington 4A High School Team Championships in 2009 and 2010 … was the 2009 and 2010 Washington 4A high school Individual Champion … was a three-time King of the Hill Scratch Championship (2008-10), the All-Star Extravaganza All-Events Champion (2010) and received two AllStar Team selections (2009, 2010) from the Washington South Puget Sound USBC … earned the Vista Leadership Award and was a member of the National Honor Society.
Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup, WA
High Game: 276 High Series: 746
Personal Information: Daughter of Larry and Cindy Dexter...majoring in Pre-Veterinary / Biochemistry…hobbies include playing music (guitar, bass), singing, dancing, and playing other sports like soccer.
# 24
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2011-12
56
30
26
176.45
35.2%
78.1%
87.6%
0
0
226
594
Total
56
30
26
176.45
35.2%
78.1%
87.6%
0
0
226
594
Season
33 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 33
Meet the Jennies - Sophomores Megan Bentham Coach Holmes on Megan Bentham: “Megan returns for her sophomore season ready to build on a solid first year in which she functioned in multiple roles. Unfortunately, Megan’s skill development may be significantly slowed early in the season due to major knee surgery she had during the summer on a pre-existing condition. If Megan’s rehabilitation goes well and she can return to form, I look for her to continue to expand and develop her skills. I am hopeful that Megan can be an on-lane contributor for us this year as her physical game can really benefit our style of play. However, even if Megan cannot compete regularly, she will be an important part of our group in regards to her work ethic and positive attitude for the team. Megan has the ability to provide a spark and her level of energy is important to our team’s success. Even when not competing, Megan is a key part of our group.”
5’2” Sophomore Right-handed
Freshman Year: played in 10 events during the season (66 matches) in parttime reserve roles, averaging 172.8 … best performance was in a limited starting position at the Prairie View Invitational where she averaged 188.6 … finished 6th among team in single pin spare shooting percentage.
Fossill Ridge High School Keller, TX
High Game: 300 High Series: 716
In High School: was a four-year starter for her high school bowling program at Fossil Ridge High School … she qualified for the Texas State High School Bowling Championships three times as an individual finalist (2008-10) … helped lead the Fossill Ridge H.S. boys’ team to the Texas State Championships Runner-Up finish in 2009 … her youth coach is former UCM men’s team player and United States Amateur Champion Paul Fleming.
# 28
Personal Information: Daughter of Rebecca and Brant Rydberg and Scott Bentham … majoring in Criminal Justice … hobbies include hanging out with friends and family.
Career Statistics Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
2011-12
66
32
34
172.81
31.7%
73.4%
87.3%
0
0
207
566
Total
66
32
34
172.81
31.7%
73.4%
87.3%
0
0
207
566
Season
34 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 34
Meet the Jennies - Sophomores Coach Holmes on Amber Magee: “Amber was one of our most improved players last year in regards to skill development. Amber also provided great contributions in regards to helping teammates stay positive and upbeat during competition. I look for Amber to continue to expand her game and be a great model for working hard.” Freshman Year: 38 matches ... 156.0 average … earned Academic All-American honors from Coaches Association. Personal Information: Elementary / Early Childhood Education major … daughter of Chuck and Debbie Magee … finished 12th in 2011 USBC Youth Open … has earned eight top-5 KC Open honors, including 2nd place in 2010 … hobbies include listening to country music and Twitter.
Amber Magee
Blue Valley High School Stillwell, KS
#5
5’ 8” Sophomore High Game: 279
High Series: 729
Career Statistics
Total
Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
38
34
4
156.06
26.1%
64.8%
76.1%
0
0
220
557
Morgan Kuckelman
#20
Coach Holmes on Morgan Kuckelman: “Morgan worked hard on her physical game last year to improve her release and speed control. I believe if she can continue to make advances in those areas and her spare shooting, she can work herself into a position for more playing time. I look for Morgan to make additional progress this year.” Freshman Year: played in four events (33 matches), averaging 169.6 … earned Academic All-American honors from National Tenpin Coaches Association. Personal Information: Daughter of Mike and Phyllis Kuckelman … helped lead team to 2009 Kansas High School Championship title, 2nd place (2010) and 3rd place (2011) finishes, in addition to two top five individual finishes (2009, 10) … earned 1st-Team AllState honors three times (2009-11) … majoring in Psychology … hobbies include reading books, playing ultimate Frisbee, watching TV and hanging out with friends.
Bishop Carroll High School Wichita, KS
5’ 6” Sophomore
High Game: 289
High Series: 750
Career Statistics
Total
Matches (M) Played In
5-Person MPlayed
Baker MPlayed
Game Average
Strike %
Spare %
Single Pin Spare %
All-Tourn Team
All-Event Champion
High Game
High Series
33
27
6
169.65
34.7%
72.6%
82.5%
0
0
211
586
35 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 35
Meet the Jennies - Freshmen Mary Wells Coach Holmes on Mary Wells: “Mary arrives at Central Missouri as a highly decorated youth and high school player who I believe was the top recruit in the country last year. Mary possesses a wonderful combination of advanced skills, experience and level of maturity for someone her age. She has the ability to play well in any environment and can excel against a variety of conditions and tough situations. Mary will be able to step into our starting line-up immediately and will not need much time to become adjusted to the NCAA collegiate game. We feel very fortunate to have her as a member of our squad and it should be a lot of fun watching her grow and mature as a player at UCM.”
In High School: Mary led her team to the Ohio State High School
5’9” Freshman Right-handed Westerville Central High School Westerville, OH
High Game: 300 High Series: 793
# 00
Bowling Championships four seasons (2009-12), finishing with 2nd place (2010) and 3rd place (2011) honors … she was a four-time Ohio All-State selection, with two 1st-Team awards (2010, 11) … won the 2010 Ohio Individual State Championship and finished 3rd in 2011 … also won 16 Ohio high school tournament awards during career … was a member of 2011 USBC Youth Open Team Championship squad … was a semi-finalist each of the last three seasons at the U.S. junior national Championships (Jr. Gold), finishing 9th in 2012 … she won the 2011 Junior Master Tournament and has 18 youth titles from the MJMA, JTBA, and OYBT tours … Mary was the Junior Tenpin Bowling Association Player of the Year in 2010-11.
Personal Information: Daughter of Julie and Brent Wells...majoring in actuarial science…hobbies include hanging out with friends… Mary’s mother won two bowling national championships (1983, 1985) while competing at West Texas A&M and was the Most Valuable Player of the 1986 Championships.
“My primary goal this year is to be a good contributor to the team” 36 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 36
Meet the Jennies - Freshmen Jennifer Potts Coach Holmes on Jennifer Potts: “I am really excited to have Jennifer join our squad and believe she will fill several different roles for us this year. Jennifer background of playing on difficult lane conditions regularly should help her right away and I believe this experience will shorten her transition to the collegiate level. Jennifer also brings a very energetic, hard-working personality to the squad. Jennifer’s physical game is pretty solid she had a real desire to improve her skills. If Jennifer can expand her abilities to manage ball speed and release options, it will make our squad much deeper and more diverse. I look for Jennifer contribute to the squad very soon and she has the ability to be a contributor for a long time in various spots.”
In High School:
5’7” Freshman Right-handed Mulberry Grove High School Smithboro, IL
High Game: 279 High Series: 737
# 19
Jennifer was the 2012 Illinois Star of Tomorrow and 2011 Illinois YST Bowler of the Year … She was a two-time Illinois Youth Tour Champion and a three-time gold medalist of the Keystone Junior Bowler's Tour … finished fourth at the 2012 Illinois All-Star Shootout. Did not compete in high school bowling but her high personal average of 189 is competing exclusively on elite-level conditions … Jennifer finished in top 25 at 2011 Northpointe Championships and has been a two time qualifier for the USBC Junior Gold Championships (2010, 11).
Personal Information: Daughter of Pam and Joe Potts...majoring in Speech Language Pathology … hobbies include shopping and listening to music … personal coach is Larry Earnest, father of Vanderbilt University’s Earnest sisters … Jennifer is also an elite-level trap and skeet shooter, earning multiple high school and individual awards in the sport.
“I want to win the NCAA Championship and be a contributing member during my freshman year at Central.” 37 ~ 2012-13 UCM Jennies Bowling ~ 37
Meet the Jennies - Freshmen Coach Holmes on Breanna Francis: “Bree has been brought in to be our second option from the left side of the lanes this year. I believe she can come in, get comfortable with college play, and learn from one of the best players in the country. I feel she can contribute well.”
Breanna Francis
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In High School: Multi-sport athlete, led her team to a 1st place finish at the 2012 New York High School Class A Sectional Championship and won the individual title … was centerfielder / leadoff hitter for high school and club softball teams. Personal Information: History major … daughter of Rachele and Kevin Cook … she will also play softball at UCM.
R. L. Thomas High School Webster, NY
Morgan Dahlke
5’ 6” Freshman
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High Game: 278 High Series: 702
R ig ht – H a n d ed Coach Holmes on Morgan Dahlke: ”Morgan comes to Central after a successful youth career in Missouri. She has really improved her skills and has made great strides to elevate her game to this level. I believe Morgan can continue to grow and provide us with another young, solid contributor.” In High School: Competed for Rock Bridge high school bowling program two years, selected to conference All-Star Team in 2012 … won Missouri 2012 Heart of America Tour title and 2011 Missouri Pepsi tournament Championship … won 2011 International Family Doubles Tournament. Personal Information: Daughter of Lezlie and Don Dahlke … majoring in Nursing .... graduated with honors … trained in EMT-B certification.
Rock Bridge High School Columbia, MO 5’ 6” Freshman High Game: 300
High Series: 743
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Meet the Jennies - Freshmen Coach Holmes on Ashleigh Calcote: Ashleigh arrives at Central Missouri after a successful youth career in Texas. She has an opportunity this year to become familiar with college play. I am looking for Ashleigh to expand her skills and I believe she will do a great job.”
Ashleigh Calcote
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Heather Wiehe
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In High School: Texas USBC Youth Queens Champion and Youth Singles Champion (2012)...National Honor Society...inducted in Texas and Greater Houston USBC Halls of Honor. Personal Information: majoring in Dietetics...daughter of Amy and Edward Calcote … is a USBC Youth Ambassador.
WTM Academy Friendswood, TX 5’ 6” Freshman High Game: 279 High Series: 729
R ig ht - H a nd e d Coach Holmes on Heather Wiehe: “Heather joins the squad after a quiet but very successful youth career. Although Heather is a very skilled player, she didn’t have many competitive opportunities to showcase her youth talents. I believe she will have a very good college career but Heather will likely redshirt this season and work on her game.” In High School: Finished 2nd in the Kansas State Singles Championship in 2011 and 2nd at the Missouri Pepsi Championships in 2011 … finished as the High Average Female for 2010-11 … 3-time JOG qualifier Personal Information: majoring in Accountancy … Daughter of Kenneth and Tracy Wiehe … goals include becoming Certified Public Accountant.
Pleasant Ridge High School Easton, KS 5’ 1” Freshman High Game: 299
High Series: 754
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Meet the Jennies - Freshmen Kristi Renyer Coach Holmes on Kristi Renyer: “Kristi comes to Central after a successful high school career in Kansas. I am hopeful that Kristi can elevate her game to the next level. I look for Kristi to expand her skills this year.” In High School: Was the 2011 Kansas State High School All-Events Champion and led team to the Girls Team Championship…two-time Kansas All-State selection, 4-time all-city girls selection. Personal Information: Finance major...daughter of Kay and Randy Renyer...hobbies include dirt track racing and hanging out with friends.
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5’5” - RH Freshman
Shawnee Heights High School Berryton, KS
High Game: 290 High Series: 735
Rachel Gooldy Coach Holmes on Rachel Gooldy: “Rachel comes to Central Missouri after a solid prep and high school career in Kansas. I look for Rachel to use this season to improve and expand her overall skills.” In High School: earned 5th place honor at Kansas State 6A High School Championships, finishing 12th individually...led her team to the 2010-11 Centennial League titles and 2011 High Plains Baker Team Champions Personal: Information: daughter of Jay Gooldy and Beth Schlesener… majoring in Music Education...is also a member of UCM Marching Band.
5’4” - RH Freshman
Junction City High School Junction City, KS
High Game: 279 High Series: 688
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Ciara Cleveland Coach Holmes on Ciara Cleveland: “Ciara joins the Jennies after a solid youth career in northern California. I look for Ciara to use this season to work on her game and establish a consistent set of skills to play at this level.” In High School: 1st place, northern California Jr. Bowler’s Tournament … San Joaquin county women’s high average...Scholastic Medal Recipient … was a 2-time member of the San Joaquin county All-Stars. Personal Information: daughter of Robert and Kelli Cleveland … major is Nursing … hobbies include swimming and photography.
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5’4” - RH Freshman
Lincoln High School Stockton, CA
High Game: 300 High Series: 695
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Meet the Jennies - Freshmen (Sabrina) Nicole Gunn Coach Holmes on Nicole Gunn: “Nicole comes to UCM after a solid youth
career in northern Missouri. Although she plans to redshirt this year and work on her game, Nicole will be a positive upbeat influence on the team.” In High School: was 2009-10 NEMO USBC District 1 Bowler of the Year…
earned All-Events, Scratch, Doubles and Team titles in NEMO USBC Association Tournaments...member of Honor Society and multiple groups. Personal Information: majoring in Nursing...daughter of Kathy Turner and Toby Gunn...member of 2010 Missouri HS Class 1 softball champions.
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5’2” - RH Freshman (RS)
M. V. Clopton High School Clarksville, MO
High Game: 244 High Series: 574
Rebecca Avenson Coach Holmes on Rebecca Avenson: “Rebecca comes to Central Missouri looking to establish her bowling skills again after spending time away from the game due to an injury. My goals for Rebecca are to get settled into college life and the academic challenges ahead while we work on her game during a redshirt season.” In High School: Participated in youth leagues and Choir. Personal Information: majoring in Business...is the daughter of Chris and Gary Rickard...enjoying singing and listening to music.
5’4” - LH Freshman (RS)
Pleasant Hill High School Pleasant Hill, MO
High Game: N/A High Series: N/A
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Charie Nesbitt Coach Holmes on Charie Nesbitt: “Charie joins our group as a transfer student looking to establish a set of basic skills. Her work ethic and upbeat attitude should assist her in settling into a regular college classroom routine and practice schedule. Charie is interested in growing her skills.” In High School: participated in multiple social groups and clubs Personal Information: undecided major...hobbies include listening to music and hanging out with friends
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5’3” - RH Freshman (RS)
Community College Transfer Pleasant Hill, MO
High Game: N/A High Series: N/A
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2011-2012 Season Recap Oct. 15-16
Newman University Mid-States Classic— Wichita, KS
The Jennies opened the season as the #4 ranked NCAA team in the NTCA all-division NCAA poll. Their first event of the 2011-12 season was a successful one as the squad went 13-1 in the 24-team field and won the event, defeating Wichita State University (the #1 USBC women’s team) for the title. Three women earned spots on the AllTournament Team, with freshman Gabriella Mayfield (201.9) earning Most Valuable Player honors. Juniors Natalie Jimenez and Kelli Schroeder also earned tournament awards.
Oct. 28-30 UCM Greater Ozark Invitational— Springfield, MO The 8-team competition field of the Greater Ozark Invitational included seven top-2o ranked teams, including five of the top ten in the country. The #4 ranked Jennies did not play very well during qualifying or match play rounds and finished with a record of 6-7 and a Freshman Gabriella Mayfield 5th place finish. Kara Richard led UCM with started the season with MVP honors at the Mid-States Classic an average of 210.0, earning All-Tournament honors. Senior Kim Wallace and Junior She earned two MVP selections during the season. Larissa Lantto finished second on the squad with a 186.6 average. Junior Amanda Mulcahy won the Open Singles Division of the event with an average of 191.6.
Jan. 19-21
Univ. of Nebraska Big Red Invitational— Lincoln, NE
The Jennies traveled to Nebraska as the 2-time defending tournament champion and would be playing against an 12-team field, including seven of the top 20 teams in the country. The ladies continued their solid play with a record of 11-2 but just missed defending their title for a third year, finishing in 2nd place to Arkansas State University in this total pinfall format event. The Jennies were paced by freshman Gabby Mayfield, who won Most Valuable Player honors with a tremendous average of 237.8 for the tournament. Sophomore Kara Richard (209.6) and Junior Kelli Schroeder (207) also led the squad with outstanding performances.
Feb. 3-5 Prairie View ITRC Invitational— Arlington, TX The #6 Jennies headed south in the first weekend of February for a new event hosted by Prairie View A&M University at the Team USA Training and Research Center, USBC’s ITRC. The state-of-the-art facility provided great a great competition backdrop as 10 of the top 20 team in the country battled for the title. In the end, UCM finished with a 9-4 record and 5th place finish for the weekend. Juniors Larissa Lantto (212.8) and Kelli Schroeder (207) led the individual performances of the squad.
Feb. 17-19 Morgan State James Brown Invitational—Baltimore, MD
Nov. 18-20 Maryland-Eastern Shores Hawk Classic— Millsboro, DE The Jennies traveled east just before the Thanksgiving Break to play at the 20-team UMES Hawk Classic. Up against a very talented northeast region field which included 16 of the top 20 teams in the country, the squad bounced back quite well with a 5th place finish and won two of their final three matches to end on a high note. UCM finished with an 8-5 record and won several important out-of-region matches. The squad was led by Natalie Jimenez with a 197.2 average, finishing in the top 10 of all athletes competing. Kelli Schroeder was second on the squad with a 193.5 average.
Dec. 2-4 St. Paul’s College Jeannette Lee Invitational— Midlothian, VA The #4 Jennies headed back out to the northeast region for their next event, competing in the Jeannette Lee Invitational near Richmond, VA. The 16-team field traditionally provides great competition against other NCAA Division II schools and further high-level matches against other postseason caliber teams from the region. Central Missouri enjoyed a great weekend of competition and won their second tournament of the season, finishing with a perfect 12-0 record for the trip. The trip included wins over #3 Fairleigh Dickinson and #9 Sacred Heart University in match play. Junior Natalie Jimenez was the MVP for the event, averaging an impressive 226.2, with sophomore Kara Richard also making the All-Tournament Team with an average of 223.0. Junior Larissa Junior Larissa Lantto had three Lantto also finished in the top 10 of the event top-1o tournament finishes in 2011 with an average of 194.8. -12, including All-Tournament
Jan. 13-15 Arkansas State MidWinter Classic— Jonesboro, AR
Team honors in Alabama All photos by UCM Staff
The #6 ranked Jennies opened the 2012 NCAA portion of their season with a 3rd place finish at the 16-team Arkansas State Mid-Winter Classic. UCM finished the event with a 9-4 record and several high-quality wins. Central ended the difficult qualifying rounds in fourth place and and defeated Nebraska twice during match play to earn their final position. Natalie Jimenez picked up the spring where she left off by leading the squad with a 207.2 average and earned All-Tournament Team honors. Kelli Schroeder, Kara Richard and Larissa Lantto all averaged above 190.
Sophomore Kara Richard earned four All-Tournament Team honors in 2011-12.
UCM traveled to northeast region one final time for the year in an effort to improve their competitive resume. Traditionally one of the largest event during the season in the country, the 23-team field boasted 16 of the top 20 teams in the country. The #5 Jennies played very well throughout the event and finished with an overall record of 9-3 and a 3rd place finish. Sophomore Kara Richard led the squad with a 219.6 average and earned Tournament Team honors. Junior Larissa Lantto (214.0 average) finished in the top 10 of all athletes.
Feb. 24-26 Alabama A&M Holiday Classic— Bessemer, AL UCM traveled south again to a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama for the Holiday Classic. Traditionally one of the year’s stronger events in the Central region, the Holiday Classic provides a great test for the last portion of the year. The Jennies did not play very well during the entire weekend, losing their last four matches of the event. Although they finished in 4th place for the 9-team field, they had a final record of 5-6. The Jennies placed two players among the top athletes of the event, with Natalie Jimenez earning MVP honors with a 218.6 per game average. Larissa Lantto (212.8) and Kara Richard (209.4) also earned All-Tournament Team selections for their performances.
Mar. 16-18 Vanderbilt Univ. Music City Classic— Smyrna, TN The #7 UCM traveled to a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee for the last regular season event of the year, hoping to gain one final tune-up for the post-season against a 22-team field which included all but one of the top teams in the country. After two solid days of competition, the Jennies qualified at the #2 seed. The final day of the regular season did not go well and the Jennies lost all three matches, slipping to 4th place in the final standings. Junior Natalie Jimenez led the team with a 196.5 average, with freshman Gabby Mayfield (193.3) and senior Kim Wallace (189.8) providing solid efforts as well. The team recognized senior Kim Wallace for her contributions to UCM on the final day of the regular season.
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Natalie Jimenez earned five AllTournament Team honors and two Most Valuable Player awards during her junior year.
2011-2012 Season Recap Post-Season Awards Academic Player
Year
Major
Natalie Jimenez
Junior
Psychology
Larissa Lantto
Junior
Child and Family Development
Kelli Schroeder
Junior
Family and Consumer Sciences
Kara Richard
Sophomore
Elementary Education
Central Missouri at the 2012 NCAA Championships
Samantha Kilian
Sophomore
Front Row (L to R): Larissa Lantto, Natalie Jimenez, Kim Wallace, Shannon Dexter, Megan Bentham; Back Row (L to R): Assistant Coach Heather D’Errico, Gabriella Mayfield, Kelli Schroeder, Samantha Kilian, Kara Richard, Amber Magee, Head Coach Ron Holmes Photo above provided by NCAA
Shannon Dexter
Freshman
Pre-Veterinary / Biochemistry
Morgan Kuckelman
Freshman
Psychology
Amber Magee
Freshman
Apr. 12-14
Business
Elementary / EC Education
NCAA Women’s National Championships— Cleveland, Ohio
The Jennies believed their regular season body of work during for 2011-12 was good enough put them in a position to be considered for the National Championships. On March 28, they were granted their wish as they were selected to compete as one of only eight teams for the 2012 NCAA Women’s Bowling title.
Performance
The #7 Jennies came to the Championships with great optimism and felt their regular season performances would benefit their post-season efforts. UCM started the qualifying matches well with a victory over Valparaiso, followed by losses to UMES and Vanderbilt. However, they rebounded to claim victories over Fairleigh Dickinson and Nebraska and were in the middle of standings. Unfortunately fatigue and loss of focus cost Central Missouri as they suffered two losses to Arkansas State and Sacred Heart, with the poor performance of the last match dropping their scores to the #7 seed after Day One. Natalie Jimenez finished as the high performer of the squad, averaging 207.5 and good for 5th overall. Kara Richard finished 2nd for the Jennies with a 195.5 average and a top 15 finish. Day two would find Central Missouri against a very familiar foe this season —the University of Nebraska, the #2 seed after qualifying. The Jennies never could find consistency during the match and lost 0-4. Round two of the double-elimination format positioned UCM against #6 Arkansas State University. The Jennies would start very well and get out to an early, large lead in the match at 3-1. Unfortunately they could not maintain their level of play and lost 3-4, thereby eliminating them from the competition. Central Missouri finished the season with an 94-45 record. The 2011-12 Jennies accomplished a large number of things during the season, including two tournament titles and finishing every event of the regular season in the top five. The ladies also gained a great deal of valuable experience and solidified several roster positions for the future. Junior Natalie Jimenez (2nd Team), Sophomore Kara Richard (2nd Team) and Freshman Gabriella Mayfield (Honorable Mention) were recognized by the National Tenpin Coaches Association for their outstanding play during the season as All-Americans. Mayfield was selected as the DII Rookie of the Year. Gabriella averaged 192.8 for the season and won two tournament MVP honors (Mid-States Classic and Big Red Classic). Jimenez finished 2nd in the voting for Division II Player of the Year and her average of 200.3 was tops for the team this season. Jimenez and Richard were both also named to the Capital One / CoSIDA Academic All-District Teams for their excellence in both academics and athletics. Eight UCM student-athletes earned NTCA Academic All-American honors.
Natalie Jimenez 2nd-Team All-American
Kara Richard 2nd-Team All-American
Gabriella Mayfield Division II Rookie of the Year, Honorable Mention All-American
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Jennies Bowling History
Since its elevation to varsity status in 2001, UCM has earned 10 Championship berths. UCM has made 31 post-season appearances during itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.
Elite Level Players Central Missouri is commonly recognized for developing elite-level players and providing them an opportunity to showcase their talents. Throughout the program’s history, several members have been honored as one of the finest collegiate players in the country by being selected as an All-American. The various Coaches’ Associations select the top athletes of each season for these awards, with the top five women of the group earning 1st Team honors, followed by 2nd Team, 3rd Team, and Honorable Mention. In just the last decade, 15 Central Missouri women have earned a total of 28 regular All–American honors. All-American voting is not done by separate NCAA divisions, thereby identifying the athletic accomplishment as truly the nation’s best.
1st Team All-Americans
Natalie Jimenez 2011
Amanda Falk 2010
Amber Gazverde 2002, 2004
Bryanna Caldwell 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Tina Peak 2004, 2005, 2007
Alecia Hefter 2004
Jiovanna Bruce 2005
Lisa Stack 1999*, 2000*
Additional All–Americans * Selection earned as member of team prior to program’s elevation to varsity status (note: The NTCA did not perform Division I voting in 2004 or 2005)
Gabriella Mayfield 2012
Kara Richard
Natalie Jimenez
2011, 2012
2010, 2012
Kim Wallace 2011
Alyssa Surges 2009
Tina Peak
Kim Wirth
Sara Cox
Angie Swift
Amber Gazverde
Lisa Stack
Erin McDonnell
2006
2005
2004, 2005
2004
2001*
1997*, 1998*
1995*
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Academic All-Americans Throughout the program’s history, Central Missouri’s student-athletes have been recognized for their success in the classroom by being selected as Academic AllAmericans. Since the team’s elevation to varsity status, 39 players have been awarded with these honors. Eleven women have earned the award their entire career and the TEAM cumulative grade point average during these seasons is 3.36.
John Culp Program Development & Retention Coordinator
Morgan Kuckelman 2012
The women are supported by a network of staff to help maintain a successful balance between their roles as students and athletes. Tutoring and academic advisement are two significant Athletic Department services provided for ensuring academic progress. Instrumental in providing student-athletes with the assistance are John Culp and John Hicklin from the Athletic Support Services offices in the Dockery Building.
Amber Magee 2012
John Hicklin Academic Advisor for Athletics
Shannon Dexter 2012
Kara Richard 2012
Larissa Lantto 2012
Natalie Jimenez 2012
Kelli Schroeder 2010, 11, 12
Kate Bocklage 2010, 11
Katie Eckelberger 2010, 11
Ashley Bonebright 2010, 11
Robin Noland 2009, 10, 11
Teresa Christopher 2008, 09, 10, 11
Alyssa Surges 2008, 09
Jen Medon 2008
Ann Brown 2007, 08
Kim Wirth 2004, 05, 06,
Jessica Wright 2006
Sara Cox 2003, 04, 05, 06
Angie Swift 2003, 04
Tracie Driggs 2000, 01, 02, 03
Becky Graffia 2000. 01, 02, 03
Courtney Schultz 2011
Steph McCulloch 2010, 11
Amanda Mulcahy 2010, 11
Alli Gerding 2006, 07, 08, 09
Rachel Rothermel 2006, 07. 08, 09
Jamie Mitchell 2007, 08, 09
Amanda Falk 2008
Bryanna Caldwell 2007, 08
Sam Swanson 2006, 07
Tina Peak 2006, 07
Sarah Bane 2006
Christine Lukie 2005
Jenna Wagner 2005
Alecia Hefter 2002, 03, 04, 05
Natalie Cortese 2009
Amanda Cortese 2009
Danielle LeFever 2004, 05, 06, 07
Erin Landford 2002, 03, 04
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Sam Kilian 2011, 12
Elite Level Players National Players of the Year Individuals who perform at an exceptional level during the season are selected as the National Player of the Year. Awards can be presented by division only or for all divisions combined. Central Missouri has been fortunate to have several women recognized for their elite year-long performances and two women have been selected as the consensus Women’s Collegiate Player of the Year.
Natalie Jimenez 2011 National Tenpin Coaches Association
Natalie Jimenez was one of the nation’s best during the 2010-11 season, finishing as runner-up in the voting for all-division Player of the Year and earning 1st-Team All-American honor in addition to her NCAA Division II accolades. Jimenez averaged 206.5 for the season, earning five All-Tournament Team selections and finishing in the top 10 of all regular season tournaments she competed in this season. Jimenez averaged above 215 for two events during the season, including the UMES Hawk Classic where she finished with a 225.4 per game average.
Amanda Falk concluded her wonderful career at Central Missouri in 2010 by not only leading a very young squad to but also earning Division II Player of the Year honors. Amanda finished fifth in the voting for national player of the year and earned 1stTeam All-American recognition among all NCAA student-athletes. Falk averaged 196.0 for the 130 matches in 2009-10, receiving the Most Valuable Player for the Big Red Classic and earning AllTournament honors at three additional events this season. Perhaps Amanda’s greatest contribution of 2010 was competing at an elite level year individually while captaining a team of 15 freshmen and sophomores back to the NCAA post season.
Amanda Falk 2010 National Tenpin Coaches Association
Bryanna Caldwell was a tremendous player from the very beginning of her college career and became the first women’s collegiate player in any division to earn national Player of the Year honors all four season of competition. In 2004-05, Caldwell completed her freshman season by earning the national Player of the Year award and 1st-Team All-American honors for multiple NCAA divisions. Bryanna averaged 200.5 her first year of NCAA competition, receiving two MVP awards for her achievements, including a 228.0 per game performance at the MN-Mankato Invitational. Caldwell earned eight All-Tournament Team honors this season and anchored the squad to a national runner-up finish at the 2005 NCAA Championships. Bryanna continued the outstanding display of skills in 2005-06 by earning Division II Player of the Year honors and finishing fifth in the voting for athletes of all divisions. The award also earned her another 1st-Team All-American selection by the NTCA. Caldwell excelled to receive six All-Tournament Team honors during her sophomore campaign and was selected for three Most Valuable Player event honors while averaging 207.5. During her MVP-level performance at the MNMankato Invitational, Bryanna rolled a perfect 300 game. Caldwell again led the Jennies to the 2006 NCAA Championships where they finished fifth. The 2006-07 season just kept the cycle rolling along for Caldwell as she earned her third straight Player of the Year honor and finished third in the voting for consensus national player of the year. With this selection, Bryanna also received 1st-Team All-American honors. Caldwell played in 120 matches this season, averaging 201.4 for the year and tallied six more All-Tournament Team selections. Her best of two Bryanna MVP event performances for the regular season came at the Alabama A&M Caldwell Holiday Classic where Caldwell averaged 219.6. At the 2007 NCAA 2005 Championships Caldwell averaged 229.2 (4th individually) and led her team 2006 to another fifth place finish. 2007 For her 2007-08 senior season, Bryanna continued her tremendous effort by 2008 earning a fourth Player of the Year honor and 1st-Team All-American National selection, while finishing fourth in the voting for the all-division award. Tenpin Bryanna’s 4-time selection made her the first player at any level in the history Coaches of the college bowling to earn this distinction. Caldwell averaged 201.1 for the Association season, including six All-Tournament Team selections. One of Caldwell’s two MVP performances came during her final home tournament where she averaged 218.4. At the 2008 NCAA Championships, Caldwell finished sixth individually and anchored her squad to a third straight 5th place finish.
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Elite Level Players National Players of the Year Amber Gazverde was the dominant women’s player throughout 2002 for all divisions, averaging an incredible 212.0 for 85 regular games throughout the season. Gazverde won five All-Tournament Team awards during her sophomore year, including Most Valuable Player honors at the Mid-States Championships where she rolled a 300 game and 804 3-game series. Amber was the consensus choice for national player of the year by both organizations who provide the awards (NCBCA and BWAA). Amber finished her senior year with a tremendous success as well, earning national player of the year honors for a second time as awarded by the NTCA. Gavzerde led her squad to the inaugural 2004 NCAA Women’s Bowling Championships where her team finished as the national runner-up. During the season, Gazverde averaged an amazing 217.2 for the entire year and earned five All-Tournament Team selections. Amber averaged 223.2 at the 2004 NCAA Championships and was selected to the All-Tournament Team.
Lisa Stack * 2000 (Runner–Up)
National Collegiate Bowling Coaches Association
Amber Gazverde 2002 (2) 2004 National Tenpin Coaches Association National Collegiate Bowling Coaches Assn. Bowling Writer’s Association of America
Although it is not formally listed as such, special recognition goes to Lisa Stack for her outstanding performance during the 1999-2000 season in which she was recognized as the top female player for all women’s division programs that season. The 1st-Team All-American led her squad with an average of 205.0 for the season and won AllTournament Team honors in 7 of the 10 events she played her senior year. Stack led a very young Jennies team to a 4th place finish at the Women’s Intercollegiate Team Championships, while being selected to the 2000 ITC All-Tournament Team. Missy (Belinder) Parkin was awarded the formal player of the year honors in 2000 although she competed as a member of her men’s team for her school. Stack received the top award for women’s only student-athletes.
Photos above provided by USBC; photo below was taken by Megan Raymond
Four seniors helped lead the 2009 squad to the national finals of the NCAA Bowling Championships
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Elite Level Players National Rookie of the Year Recognition for outstanding play by first-year student athletes is given by the Coaches’ Association as the National Rookie of the Year for each respective division. Central Missouri has been fortunate to have six players selected in the last decade.
Gabriella Mayfield finished as the top rookie for NCAA Division II in 2012 and an Honorable Mention All-American for all divisions. Gabby immediately stepped into the UCM line-up as a freshman and competed in 138 matches. She finished the season with an average of 192.89, earning Most Valuable Player honors at the Mid-States Classic and the Big Red Classic. While earning the MVP award in Nebraska, Gabby averaged a very impressive 237.8. Gabby also finished in the top 15 of All-Events for three contests.
Kara Richard finished as the top rookie for NCAA Division II in 2011 and an Honorable Mention All-American for all divisions. Kara immediately stepped into the starting line-up as a freshman and played in all 10 contests, starting 119 matches. Richard’s season average was 195.7, finishing six tournaments among the top 15 athletes in all divisions and earning MVP honors at the Big Red Classic where she scored a blistering 233.0 per game. Richard also earned a spot in the UCM record books, posting top 10 spots in two single-season categories.
Natalie Jimenez was recognized as the top rookie for all NCAA divisions in 2010, including Division II. The freshman immediately stepped into the starting line-up for Central Missouri and earned 2nd Team All-American honors for her efforts. She played in all 11 events and started 123 matches. Jimenez averaged 191.4 for the season, finishing four of the tournaments among the top 15 athletes in all divisions and earning Most Valuable Player honors at the Alabama A&M Holiday Classic where she averaged an outstanding 230.4 per game.
Jamie Mitchell was recognized as the top rookie for NCAA Division II in 2007. Jamie’s first year at Central produced positive results right away as she played in all 9 tournaments and started 118 matches. Mitchell averaged 188.8 for the season, finishing six of the tournaments among the top 15 athletes in all event fields. Jamie earned All-Tournament Team honors at the DII/DIII Challenge in Virginia and the Southern Classic in Louisiana. Mitchell also finished in the top three of several team statistical areas for the 2006-07 season.
Bryanna Caldwell burst onto the NCAA bowling scene as a freshman and started one of the most decorated careers of any female player in collegiate bowling. Not only was she the top rookie in 2005, she was also selected as a 1st Team All-American for multiple divisions. Caldwell immediately stepped into the anchor position for Central Missouri and played in all 10 contests and started 102 matches. Bryanna averaged 200.5 for the season, earning a team record eight AllTournament Team selections. Caldwell also led the Jennies to the 2005 NCAA Championships this season and a national runner-up finish.
Tina Peak’s first year as a member of the Jennies was a very memorable one. Tina’s selection as the top rookie for 2004 was in addition to being honored as a 1st Team All-American for multiple divisions. The freshman immediately stepped into the starting line-up for Central and played in all 10 contests, starting 119 matches. Tina averaged 205.6 for the season, earning four All-Tournament Team awards and MVP honors at the MVSU Classic. Peak finished her first year with a tremendous experience at the NCAA Championships, averaging 229.3, rolling a perfect 300 game, and helping the Jennies to a national runner-up finish. Photos credits from the top of page to bottom: UCM Public Relations Staff, NCAA staff, Megan Raymond, and Bob Badalucco
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Competing as part of Team USA Several of Central Missouriâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s women have earned the opportunity to represent the United States of America as members of the Team USA national (Team USA) and junior national (Jr. Team USA) squads. A total of 24 medals have been won by Central Missouri female players and alumni in international competition, including a total of 12 gold medals.
Amber Gazverde Jr. Team USA 2000
Lisa Stack
Amber Lester
Erin Landford
Team USA 2000, 2001, 2002
Jr. Team USA 2001
Jr. Team USA 2004
Bryanna Caldwell
Tina Peak
Bryanna Caldwell
Jr. Team USA 2006, 2007
Jr. Team USA 2007
Team USA 2011
Natalie Jimenez Jr. Team USA 2012 Photos provided by Team USA, USBC
International Medal Count Overall
Below: Bryanna Caldwell at the 2007 Tournament of Americas in Tamarac, FL. Between 2006 & 2007, Caldwell won 13 international medals, including eight gold.
Gold
Bryanna Caldwell Lisa Stack
18 3
8 2
Tina Peak *
3
2
Amber Gazverde * represented the United States at the 1999 Youth World Championships in Moscow, Russia where she finished in 4th place. (* original picture not available; alternate photo used).
(* with People to People Sports Ambassadors)
Above: Natalie Jimenez and her sister Samantha at the 2011 USBC Jr. National Championships (Jr. Gold) where Natalie was crowned the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth Amateur Champion
Left: Bryanna Caldwell & Tina Peak at the 2007 Jr. Team USA Training Camp in Colorado Springs, CO.
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From Student-Athlete … to Alumni Central Missouri provides tremendous opportunities for student-athletes to prepare for success during their athletic and academic careers. UCM helps prepare their future alumni to work as part of a team and function as resourceful, well-trained partners in business. Multiple offices provide student-athletes with the tools necessary for transition from the fields and courts to the office, classroom and boardroom. Numerous former bowlers have stepped directly into the “real” world upon graduation - these ladies are making vital contributions in their fields every day. Many former players still compete at elite levels in the sport.
Where are they now? Tracy Driggs (‘03) Major Gifts Officer - Atlanta, GA Erin (Landford) Loschetter (‘04) Sr. Comp & Benefits Analyst - Avon, OH Sara Cox (‘05) Program Analyst - Kansas City, MO Jessica (Wright) Pruitt (‘06) Registered Nurse - Moberly, MO Kim Wirth (‘07) Graphic Arts Designer - Hopkins, MN Samantha (Swanson) Lambert (‘08) Accountant - Arlington, TX Bryanna Caldwell (‘08) Columbia 300 Regional Staff - Red Rock, AZ Rachel Rothermel (‘09) Child Welfare Counselor - Chicago, IL Allison (Gerding) Scully (‘09) Teacher / Head Coach - Grain Valley, MO Jamie Mitchell (‘09) Elementary Teacher - LaMarque, TX Amanda Falk (‘10) Elementary Teacher - Tucson, AZ
Tina (Peak) Balser (‘08) Asst. Dir. of Student Enrichment College of Engineering - Univ. of Missouri Regional Staff Member, Ebonite
Capt. Danielle (LeFever) Crowder (‘07) Assistant Staff Judge Advocate Captain, United States Air Force Aviano, Italy
Amber (Gazverde) Goreham (‘04) Director Office of Career Services University of Central Missouri
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Elite Level Players UCM All-Sports Female Athletes of the Year Each year the University of Central Missouri recognizes its top male and female athletes with the Athlete of the Year awards. Jennies bowlers have the honor of sharing this award with other female athletes three out of the last eight years.
Amber Gazverde 2004 (with Carrie Potthast—volleyball)
Tina Peak (right) 2007 (with Katie Tarka—volleyball)
Bryanna Caldwell 2008 (with Jillian Ohrman—volleyball, not pictured)
UCM Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees The ultimate honor of respect as a student-athlete is to be selected into the Central Missouri Athletics Hall of Fame. Athletes and teams inducted into this prestigious group are recognized by it’s peers as one of the very best to ever play for Central Missouri. Jennies Bowling has been honored to have some of it’s initial players and teams selected for this special honor. 2003 Women’s Team - 2010
Amber Gazverde - 2010
2004 Women’s Team - 2011
UCM Bowling Retired Jerseys * 0 * 1 * 15 * 23 *
Above: Tina Peak-Balser ( #1)
On January 23, 2009, the Jennies retired the first jerseys of the UCM women’s program. Earning the highest honor awarded by the team, four women were recognized for their outstanding career accomplishments and contributions to women’s bowling.
Above: Kathy Anderson on behalf of Lisa Stack-Pawlack (#23)
The ceremony honored the following Jennies: Lisa (Stack) Pawlak (1997-2000), Amber (Gazverde) Goreham (2001-04), Tina (Peak) Balser (2003-07), and Bryanna Caldwell (2004-08). Photos by Dave Kopp
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Post—Season Honors / Records Individuals who perform at an exceptional level in the post-season are selected to the National Championships All-Tournament Team. Central Missouri has been fortunate to have several women selected to one of these teams during their post-season play.
Theresa Christopher 2009
Tina Peak 2005
Amber Gazverde 2004
Tracie Driggs 2003
Sarah Kelly
Lisa Stack
Theresa Dames
2002
2000* 1999*
1998*
All photos provided by USBC or NCAA
* Award earned as member of UCM Team during years prior to
Post—Season Scoring Records High Average—Individual
Team Game Avg— 5 Person Format 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Year 2004 2007 2005 2011 2009 2012 2010 2008 2006
Gms 7 4 4 7 4 7 7 4 4
Pins 7592 4270 4078 6935 3896 6769 6741 3666 3384
AVG 1084.6 1067.5 1019.5 990.7 974.0 967.0 963.1 916.5 846.0
Game Average—Baker Format 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Year 2011 2007 2005 2004 2012 2006 2009 2003 2002 2010 2008
Gms 12 38 54 36 11 36 51 96 96 22 38
Pins 2462 7708 10917 7164 2163 7008 9801 17480 17309 1783 6772
AVG 205.2 202.8 202.2 199.0 196.6 192.2 192.2 182.1 180.3 178.3 178.2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Name Gms Amber Gazverde 7 Tina Peak 19 Bryanna Caldwell 16 Jamie Mitchell 5 Natalie Jimenez 19 Alecia Hefter 9 Angela Swift 7 Kelli Schroeder 12 Amber Lester 5 Sara Cox 6 Kara Richard 14 Samantha Swanson 9
Pins 1563 4220 3314 1030 3883 1836 1420 2410 992 1185 2763 1717
High Game—Individual Name Year 1 Tina Peak 2004 2 Tina Peak 2005 3 Sandra Dekoj 2004
AVG 223.29 222.11 207.12 206.00 204.36 204.00 202.86 200.83 198.40 197.50 197.35 190.77 Score 300 300 267
High Series—Individual Name Year Score 1 Tina Peak 2005 728 2 Tina Peak 2007 716 3 Bryanna Caldwell 2007 704
High Team Game—5 Person Name Year Score 1 NCAA Champ’s 2004 1192 2 NCAA Champ’s 2004 1160 3 NCAA Champ’s 2005 1148 High Team Series—5 Person Name Year Score 1 NCAA Champ’s 2004 3278 2 NCAA Champ’s 2004 3238 3 NCAA Champ’s 2007 3188 High Team Game—Baker Format Name Year Score 1 NCAA Champ’s 2011 297 2 NCAA Champ’s 2004 269 3 NCAA Champ’s 2005 267 High Team Series—Baker Format Name Year Score 1 NCAA Champ’s 2004 716 2 NCAA Champ’s 2004 690 3 NCAA Champ’s 2005 688
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P ost Seaso n Su cce ss t hro u g h t he Ye ar s Central Missouri Women’s Bowling has accomplished many things throughout its history, including a high level of success in the post-season. The Jennies are one of only three teams to qualify for every NCAA Bowling Championship and have played in the Finals five of the last ten years. In addition to the NCAA years, the women have earned their way to another two Championship-day appearances during the last 15 years. Along the way, various story lines have developed and great experiences are worth reflecting on . . . 2003 . . . An Unlikely Cast Shall Lead Them . . . During the 2002-03 season, the Jennies played very well during the regular season and had earned a record of 144-25. They won three regular season tournaments and top-5 finishes in three others. Eight individuals, including 2002 National Player of the Year Amber Gazverde, earned event honors during the season. For a team that returned all but one starter from the previous year’s 3rd place Championship finish, this experienced squad was very good, but was not considered as a front runner for the national title. The team began the post-season by earning their way to the national finals through a 2nd place finish at the West Sectional Championships. The Jennies entered the Championships ranked #5 in the nation. The 2003 Championships were held in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 24-26. During the qualifying rounds, Central’s women experienced very sub-par performances and buried themselves in 12th place by the end of the first day. At the start of Day 2, a line-up change resulted in the removal of the left-handed Gazverde, and a complete shuffling of the roster order. Inserted into the anchor position was senior Tracie Driggs, a part-time starter who had performed very well during the preliminary rounds. The first match against #3 ranked Nebraska began with two game losses, followed by four straight victories in the best 4 out of 7 match. Next came match victories over #2 ranked West Texas A&M University and #1 ranked Wichita State University, winning 10 games in a row and 15 of their last 16 games. Championship Day found Central Missouri undefeated and in the Winner’s Bracket against #1 Wichita State for a second time. Although they had been defeated on the previous day, WSU had won their way back through the Consolation Bracket to reach the Semi-Finals and had knocked CMSU out of the exact same position at the 2002 National Championships. This time however, Central never wavered and was up to the challenge. The Jennies defeated Wichita State for a second straight day (4-1) to advance to the Championship Finals against Florida State University. Florida State had earned their way to the Championship match by finishing second after the qualifying rounds and winning their side of the bracket Saturday morning. The Finals would be a winner-take-all best 2 out of 3 Baker Match, with FSU as the higher seed. Feeding off a very high level of emotion and enthusiasm, Central Missouri rolled strikes on four of their first five shots and won Game 1 by a score of 199 - 183. During Game #2, lane changes and great shot making by FSU forced CMSU into an early deficit, ultimately losing 177 - 233. At the start of Game #3, Central made several adjustments to compensate for the quickly changing lane conditions. A spare by senior Becky Graffia and key strikes by senior Erin Landford and sophomore Amber Lester propelled Central Missouri to an early lead. Two more spares and another Landford strike extended the lead margin. With a filled 10th frame by senior Tracie Driggs and junior Amber Gazverde, the ladies had sealed their 187 - 123 victory and first National title. Even without their traditional starting line-up, Central Missouri found a way to use their team depth and talents to accomplish the ultimate goal. For her outstanding performance throughout the All photos provided by USBC National Championships, Tracie Driggs was named to the 2003 Women’s All-Tournament Team.
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2 003 â&#x20AC;Ś the Champ io nsh ip Exp er ie nce
All competition photos provided by USBC; bottom photos provided by UCM Athletics and Sara Cox
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P o st Se ason Succe ss th ro ugh th e Ye ars 2008-09 . . . A Gutsy Bunch of Athletes . . . In 2008-09, the team was going to have to win the title a completely different way – succeed without a dominant player. Gone were a four-time national player of the year and three starters who had led the team for several seasons. This squad would have plenty of experience with five seniors, but most of this year’s ladies were former role players with limited starting experience. The upperclassmen and a group of freshman were put into action immediately. Through lots of growing pains and hard work, UCM finished the season with a record of 84-36 and were led by All-American Senior Alyssa Surges and former NCAA Division II Freshman of the Year Jamie Mitchell. Central Missouri competed in the post-season with a renewed sense of purpose after likely being one of the last teams selected for the NCAA Championships. The squad battled through the early rounds with great energy and finished qualifying as the #6 seed. On Day 2, UCM began its bracket play with a 4-0 victory over 2008 Champion Maryland-Eastern Shore, but would fall in the second round to eventual semi-finalist Delaware State 1-4. However, the team rebounded quickly to defeat 2007 Champion and top-ranked Vanderbilt University 4-0 to advance to the national semi-finals. Fairleigh Dickinson University, the 2006 Champion, would be the Jennies’ next opponent. Central would defeat FDU 4-1 on Friday to advance and would defeat FDU again 4-2 on Championship Saturday for it’s fifth trip to the title match since 1998. Senior Allison Gerding-Scully makes a shot during the final match Photo by Megan Raymond
Even though the team played with tremendous heart throughout the Championships, UCM could not maintain it’s momentum and fell to top-seeded Nebraska (2-4) and finished as the National Runner-Up. For her outstanding efforts throughout the Championships, Theresa Christopher was selected to the Championships AllTournament Team.
Theresa Christopher celebrates a strike during the Championships. Photo by Megan Raymond
Above: The team reacts to a strike by senior Jamie Mitchell during Game 3. Right: The ladies celebrates their 2nd place finish. Photos by Megan Raymond (2), Matthey Mitchell
2004-05 . . . Different Cast, Same Incredible Performances. . . In each of the last two years, CMSU had lost four starters from their lineup due to graduation or personal issues. This season’s team would have to get it done with a young and very inexperienced cast – and they certainly exceeded expectations. The group completed the season using 2 to 4 freshmen and in the starting line-up. They finished the season with a record of 89-21 and were led by All-American sophomore Tina Peak and National Player and Freshman of the Year, Bryanna Caldwell. Senior Alecia Hefter, a 2004 All-American, rejoined the roster during the spring for the post-season run.
The Jennies congratulate Tina Peak for her perfect 300 game during the Championships Photo by Bob Badalucco
At the NCAA Championships, Central used its youthful talent to stay near the top of the leader board and finished as the #4 seed after qualifying. During this performance, Tina Peak again attained perfection by rolling a 300 game and became the only woman to ever shoot two 300s at the NCAA Championships. A first-round loss to New Jersey City University (2-4) in the double-elimination bracket would force Central Missouri to take a different path to the finals this year. (continued next page)
Above: Tina Peak, Jiovanna Bruce, Samantha Swanson, Bryanna Caldwell and other teammates celebrate a strike rolled during the semi-final rounds of the National Championships.
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Photo by Bob Badalucco
P o st Se ason Succe ss th ro ugh th e Ye ars Great rebound performances and victories against Sacred Heart (4-2), Maryland-Eastern Shores (4-1), and Bethune—Cookman University (4-3) propelled the Jennies to Championship Day for the third straight season. In the Championship Semi-Finals, CMSU soundly defeated Fairleigh Dickinson University 4-0 to earn a trip back the NCAA finals. Unlike last year, Central Missouri would come into Championship Day with one loss and would have to defeat the #1 seed twice to win the title. Although the team played with tremendous effort, CMSU could not defeat the defending national champion Nebraska squad (2-4), and finished national runner-up for a second straight year. For her performance, Peak was selected to the Championships All-Tournament Team.
Above: Bryanna Caldwell completes a shot during Game 2 of the finals. Left, top: Jiovanna Bruce completing a shot during the semi-final match Left, bottom: Samantha Swanson completing a shot during Game 4 of finals Left, middle: Jennies accepting their national runner-up trophies Photos by Bob Badalucco
2003-04 . . . Trying to Make NCAA History . . . The 2003-04 season began with the Jennies as the reigning National Champions – however, this season was to be a completely new and different experience as the NCAA had now adopted Women’s Bowling as a Championship sport. Therefore, all NCAA teams would be competing for the first-ever NCAA Bowling title. The team finished the season with a record of 72-23, became the first NCAA team to shoot a 300 Baker game and was one of the favorites to win the first ever NCAA Championship. Leading the way for the squad was senior Amber Gazverde, the 2004 DII-III National Player of the Year. In addition, the roster included Tina Peak, 2004 Freshman of the Year and three other members of the 2003 national championship squad.
Top: Sophomore Angela Swift in action during Game 4 of the Championship match Bottom: Tina Peak, Sara Cox and other teammates celebrate a strike by Amber Gazverde during Game 3 of the finals. Photos courtesy of USBC
At the NCAA Championships in Houston, TX, Central battled to stay at the top of the leader board throughout the qualifying rounds and emerged as the #1 Seed for the Championship Bracket. Bracket victories over Winston-Salem State (4-1), New Jersey City (4-2) and Nebraska (4-3) vaulted Central into Saturday. Championship Day found CMSU vs. Nebraska again, as they had won their way through the Consolation Bracket to reach the Finals.
Above: Tina Peak gets fired up during the Championship finals. Below: Jennies receive their NCAA national runner-up trophies
Unfortunately, CMSU could not finish their run, as Nebraska defeated the Jennies in both Championship matches (2-4, 2-4) to earn the first NCAA title. For her performance, Amber Gazverde was selected to the NCAA Championships AllTournament Team. Tina Peak also put her name in the Championship record books as one of two individuals to roll a perfect 300 game during qualifying.
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Photos courtesy of USBC
P o st Se ason Succe ss th ro ugh th e Ye ars 2001-02 . . . The Start of a Very Successful Decade . . . 2001-02 was the first year the Jennies squad had been elevated to varsity status at Central Missouri but the team was very experienced and one of the top teams in the country. The squad returned four starters from the previous season, including All-American Amber Gazverde and top recruit Erin Landford. The 2001-02 season went extremely well for the Jennies, earning a record of 98-22 and entering the post-season as the #4 ranked team in the country. Amber Gazverde was the consensus 2002 National Player of the Year, averaging over 212 for the regular season. The 2001-02 Championships were held in Buffalo, NY and the qualifying rounds placed the Jennies as the #7 seed headed to match play. Bracket play for the Central Missouri went very well on Day 2 as they defeated everyone they faced (Sacred Heart 4-1, Eric CC 4-1, Indiana St. 4-0) and left the Jennies as the only undefeated team in their side of the bracket. The Jennies congratulate Amber Gazverde for a strike during a qualifying round of the National Championships Photo by USBC
Championship Day began with Central facing off against #3 seed Wichita State
University. After a highly competitive match, the Jennies fell to WSU 3-4. Although they only had one bracket loss, CMSU was out of national championship contention.
Above: Sarah Kelly receives her Championships AllTournament Team Award.
Left: The Jennies receive their 3rd Place trophy at the National Championship
In the consolation finals, Central faced off against Florida State University. Although they started the contest very slow due to the previous loss, the team rebounded to win the match 4-3 and earn 3rd place honors. For her performance, Sarah Kelly earned All -Tournament Team honors.
Photos by USBC
1997-98 . . . Before the NCAA, the Championships Experience . . . Although just prior to reaching Varsity status, the 1997-98 team deserves special recognition of coming within a whisper of earning the team’s first national championship. Due to being prior to NCAA competition, the team played in the same post-season system as the 2001-03 squads. The Jennies finished the regular season ranked #5 team in the country and were led by two-time All-American Lisa Stack and former Rookie of the Year Erin McDonnell. The Championships were held in Madison, WI, with final matches being held in the firstever college stadium fieldhouse. The squad finished the qualifying rounds as the #5 seed, with Theresa Dames leading the early team performances. Championship Saturday involved Central defeating #2 seed California State—Fresno and #4 seed Sacred Heart University to reach the final match. The ESPN-televised finals pitted the Jennies against top-seeded and #1 ranked Morehead State University in a two-game, total pinfall match. Although the team started the match slowly in Game 1, Central quickly made up the difference to begin Game 2 with
Top: Squad has one final pep talk before the match Bottom: April Erickson in action during Game 2
three consecutive strikes and held the lead into the middle portion of the final game.
Top: Dames, Stack and Erickson celebrate during Game 1 of the finals. Right: Central receives their national runner-up trophy. All match photos provided by USBC
Team Roster (front row to back, left to right): Sherree Bell, April Erickson, Carrie Hayes, Jodi Meese, Theresa Dames, Erin McDonnell, Lisa Stack, Linda Frye
Unfortunately MSU rolled key strikes during the two final frames, with ‘98 National Player of the Year Kelly Kulick rolling a double in the 10th frame to win the title (374-390).
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P o st Se ason Succe ss th ro ugh th e Ye ars
2009 Championships - Taylor, MI
2003 Championships - Tulsa, OK
Photo by Megan Raymond
2005 Championships - Orlando, FL
2008 Championships - Omaha, NE
Photo by Robert Hefter
Photo by USBC
Photo by Sara Cox
2002 Championships - Buffalo, NY
Photo taken by USBC
2011 Championships - Detroit, MI
2010 Championships - New Brunswick, NJ
Photo by Jodi Richard
Photo by USBC
2002 Championships - Buffalo, NY Photo by Erin Landford
2006 Championships - Houston, TX
Photos taken by David Cox
2009 Championships - Taylor, MI
2005 Championships - Orlando, FL
Photos by Megan Raymond
Photo by Bob Badalucco
2004 Championships - Houston, TX
Photo by Robert Hefter
2007 Championships - Orlando, FL
Photo by Monica Caldwell
2005 Championships - Orlando, FL
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Photo by Monica Caldwell
Jennies All-Americans and All-Time Awards National Rookie of the Year Athletic All-Americans Name
Award
Natalie Jimenez Kara Richard Gabriella Mayfield Natalie Jimenez Kara Richard Kim Wallace Amanda Falk Natalie Jimenez Alyssa Surges Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Jiovanna Bruce Sara Cox Kim Wirth Amber Gazverde Tina Peak Alecia Hefter Sara Cox Angie Swift Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde* Lisa Stack* Lisa Stack* Lisa Stack* Lisa Stack* Erin McDonnell*
Year
2nd Team 2nd Team Hon Mention 1st Team Hon Mention Hon Mention 1st Team 2nd Team Hon Mention 1st Team 1st Team 1st Team 1st Team 2nd Team 1st Team 1st Team 1st Team 2nd Team Hon Mention 1st Team 1st Team 1st Team 2nd Team Hon Mention 1st Team 2nd Team 1st Team 1st Team 2nd Team 2nd Team Hon Mention
2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2010-11 2010-11 2010-11 2009-10 2009-10 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2006-07 2005-06 2005-06 2004-05 2004-05 2004-05 2004-05 2004-05 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 2001-02 2000-01 1999-00 1998-99 1997-98 1996-97 1994-95
An All-American selection from the 2010 -11 season, Kim Wallace helped lead the Jennies to the Runner-Up finish at the 2009 NCAA Championships. Photo by Megan Raymond
Name
Award
Gabriella Mayfield Kara Richard Natalie Jimenez Jamie Mitchell Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Lisa Stack* Erin McDonnell*
Erin Landford, a key member of the 2003 National Championship team, was also a 3-time Academic AllAmerican and Junior Team USA member in 2004.
Year
NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA Runner-Up NCBCA
2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 2006-07 2004-05 2003-04 1996-97 1994-95
Photo provided by USBC
Conference Awards (The MIAA does not currently sponsor women’s bowling as a conference sport)
Regional Awards (2004-06 only) Name
Award
Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Sara Cox Samantha Swanson Jiovanna Bruce Kim Wirth Bryanna Caldwell
Name
Year
All-Region All-Region All-Region All-Region All-Region All-Region Region MVP
2004-06 2004-06 2004-06 2005-06 2004-05 2004-05 2004-06
Team USA System Players Name
Year
Natalie Jimenez Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Erin Landford Amber Lester Amber Gazverde Lisa Stack*
Jr. Team USA Team USA Jr. Team USA Jr. Team USA Jr. Team USA Jr. Team USA Jr. Team USA Team USA
2012 2011 2007 2006-07 2004 2001 2000 2000-02
International Competition Appearances Name
Academic All-Americans Award
Shannon Dexter Morgan Kuckelman Amber Magee Natalie Jimenez Larissa Lantto Kara Richard Kelli Schroeder Stephanie McCulloch Samantha Kilian Courtney Schultz Kate Bocklage Katie Eckelberger Amanda Mulcahy Ashley Bonebright Robin Noland Theresa Christopher Amanda Cortese Natalie Cortese Amanda Falk Jen Medon Alyssa Surges Bryanna Caldwell Jamie Mitchell
NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA
#
Year
1 1 1 1 1 2 3 3 2 1 2 2 2 2 3 4 1 1 1 1 2 2 3
2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2010-12 2009-12 2009-12 2010-12 2010-11 2009-11 2009-11 2009-11 2009-11 2008-11 2007-11 2008-09 2008-09 2007-08 2007-08 2007-09 2006-08 2006-09
Year
Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Lisa Stack Amber Gazverde
Jr. Team USA
2006-07 People to People 2002 Team USA 2000-02 USA Youth 1998
All-Tournament Team Selections (Career)
National Player of the Year Name Natalie Jimenez Amanda Falk Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Lisa Stack*
Award NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NTCA NCBCA BWAA Runner-Up
Year 2010-11 2009-10 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2001-02 2001-02 1999-00
* Member of UCM Team during years as a club-sport program
1 2 3 4 5 6
Name
Years
Bryanna Caldwell Amber Gazverde Tina Peak Natalie Jimenez Amanda Falk Kara Richard
2004-08 2000-04 2003-07 20092007-10 2010-
Select MVPs 26 20 18 9 7 5
9 7 4 3 1 1
Amanda Falk was a key member of the Jennies success during the 2006-10 seasons. Falk earned 2009-10 National Player of the Year and 1st Team All -American honors for her efforts on the lanes and in the classroom. Photo by Matthew Mitchell
The inaugural Central Missouri varsity squad finished 3rd at the 2001-02 Women’s National Championships in Buffalo, NY. Photo provided by UCM Media Services
Ann Brown NTCA Tina Peak NTCA Alli Gerding-Scully NTCA Rachel Rothermel NTCA Samantha Swanson NTCA Sarah Bane NTCA Danielle LeFever NTCA Christine Lukie NTCA Jenna Wagner NTCA Kim Wirth NTCA Sara Cox NCBCA/NTCA Angie Swift NCBCA/NTCA Jessica Wright NCBCA/NTCA Alecia Hefter NCBCA/NTCA Erin Landford NCBCA Tracie Driggs* NCBCA Becky Graffia* NCBCA
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2 1 4 4 2 1 3 2 1 4 4 2 2 4 2 4 4
2006-08 2006-07 2005-09 2005-09 2005-07 2005-06 2004-07 2004-05 2004-05 2003-07 2002-06 2002-04 2002-04 2001-05 2001-03 1999-03 1999-03
Jennies All-Time Average Leaders Amber Gazverde (shown above in the inaugural NCAA Championships in 2004) tops the Jennies list for all three Individual Average catagories (Career, Single Season, and Single Event) Photos provided by NCAA
Individual Player Average (Career) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56
Name
Years
Amber Gazverde* Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Natalie Jimenz Kara Richard Nicole Banks* Alecia Hefter Becky Graffia* Gabriella Mayfield Erin Landford* Kelli Schroeder Jiovanna Bruce Kim Knapp Amanda Falk Sandra Dekoj Jamie Mitchell Natalie Cortese Kim Wirth Kim Wallace Sarah Bane Alyssa Surges Samantha Swanson Sarah Kelly* Larissa Lantto Sara Cox Amber Lester Theresa Christopher Angela Swift Danielle LeFever Danielle Dunkin Amanda Mulcahy Tracie Driggs* Amanda Cortese Allison Gerding-Scully Courtney Barker Ashley Bonebright Madison Williams Samantha Lore Samantha Kilian Ann Brown Misty Griffith Courtney Schultz Alecia Savage Shannon Dexter Katie Eckelberger Rachel Rothermel Ashley Williams Jenna Wagner Sara Graffia Samantha Johnsen Brittany Potts Robin Noland Kalei Timmer Kate Bocklage Megan Bentham Darby Shaw
2000-04 2004-08 2003-07 200920101998-02 2001-05 1999-03 20112001-03 20092004-07 2009-11 2006-10 2003-05 2006-09 2008-09 2003-07 2008-12 2005-06 2004-09 2004-08 2000-03 20092002-06 2002-04 2007-11 2002-04 2004-07 2006-08 2009-12 1999-03 2008-09 2005-09 20112009-11 2009-10 2006-07 2010-12 2005-08 2004-05 20102004-05 20112009-11 2005-09 2003-07 2004-07 2003-04 2008-10 2009-10 2007-11 2009-10 2009-10 20112010
Games Pins 310 319 300 170 117 168 193 235 62 172 108 183 57 191 66 190 59 211 159 47 188 211 173 122 235 78 210 63 76 30 55 88 32 148 24 53 15 13 49 22 12 35 2 22 25 77 43 32 10 16 17 47 7 13 21 15
64598 64693 60637 33839 23094 33141 37626 45423 11959 33045 20670 34815 10823 36085 12463 35723 11072 39517 29773 8794 35122 39388 32279 22682 43519 14439 38804 11620 13992 5517 10112 16103 5848 26877 4357 9603 2707 2341 8782 3922 2133 6203 353 3882 4409 13542 7561 5627 1747 2790 2958 8167 1213 2250 3629 2592
57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68
Christine Lukie Morgan Kuckelman Alecia Lofton Jesslyn Denton Trisha James Jen Medon Jessica Wright Kristen Tracy Stephanie McCulloch Amber Magee Ashley Purnell Katy Bird
21 26 34 25 16 20 30 7 52 34 12 5
3597 4411 5711 4095 2610 3242 4835 1120 8239 5306 1818 729
171.29 169.65 167.97 163.80 163.13 162.10 161.17 160.00 158.44 156.06 151.50 145.80
* Career Average includes season(s) as a member of the UCM Club-sport and Varsity Teams
Individual Player Average (Single Season)
Average 208.38 202.79 202.12 199.05 197.38 197.27 194.95 193.29 192.89 192.12 191.38 190.25 189.87 188.93 188.83 188.02 187.66 187.28 187.25 187.11 186.82 186.67 186.58 185.91 185.19 185.12 184.78 184.44 184.11 183.90 183.85 182.99 182.75 181.60 181.54 181.18 180.47 180.08 179.22 178.27 177.75 177.22 176.50 176.45 176.36 175.87 175.84 175.84 174.70 174.38 174.00 173.76 173.29 173.08 172.81 172.80
2004-06 201120102008-11 2003-05 2007-08 2003-05 2008-09 2009-12 20112004-05 2006-07
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Name
Year
Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Bryanna Caldwell Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Alecia Hefter Becky Graffia Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak Kara Richard Kim Wallace Amber Gazverde Kelli Schroeder Jiovanna Bruce Alecia Hefter
2003-04 2001-02 2005-06 2010-11 2003-04 2005-06 2006-07 2003-04 2001-02 2007-08 2004-05 2004-05 2011-12 2006-07 2011-12 2010-11 2002-03 2011-12 2004-05 2001-02
Games 57 85 85 53 61 84 84 61 84 84 71 70 56 84 62 39 82 30 66 47
Pins 12404 18063 17642 10944 12542 17049 17031 12359 16995 16897 14246 14040 11218 16800 12332 7730 16179 5904 12979 9219
Average 217.20 212.50 207.55 206.49 205.60 202.96 202.75 202.60 201.84 201.15 200.64 200.56 200.32 200.00 198.90 198.21 197.30 196.80 196.65 196.14
Individual Player Average (Single Event) Player Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Kara Richard Tina Peak Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell
Amber Gazverde
Year 2001-02 2001-02 2010-11 2006-07 2009-10 2004-05 2003-04 2006-07 2004-05 2003-04
Event Name Natâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l Team Match Games Mid-States Tournament Big Red Classic NCAA Championships Alabama Holiday Classic NCAA Championships NCAA Championships NCAA Championships MSU-M Maverick Inv. NCAA Championships
Average 240.27 238.00 233.00 231.25 230.38 229.75 229.29 229.25 228.00 223.29
Tracie Driggs (right) was selected to the All -Tournament team at the 2003 Intercollegiate Bowling Championships. Driggs led the team to its first ever National Championship with her career performance as anchor at the event. She also excelled in the classroom, finishing her education with four Academic All-American selections.
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Photo provided by USBC
Jennies All-Time Roster & Year-by-Year Stats All-Time Roster Name
Hometown
Years
Alaska
Amber Lester
North Pole
2002-04
Tucson
2004-08 2006-10
Arizona
Bryanna Caldwell Amanda Falk
Tucson
California
Nicole Banks Ciara Cleveland Natalie Jimenez Gabriella Mayfield Courtney Schultz
Camarillo Stockton Rowland Heights Lake Isabella Hacienda Heights
2001-02* 2012200920112010-
Illinois
Ann Brown Amanda Cortese Natalie Cortese Sandra Dekoj Becky Graffia Sara Graffia Samantha Johnsen Sarah Kelly Brooke Landes Christine Lukie Jen Medon Tina Peak Courtney Peludat Jennifer Potts Rachel Rothermel Darby Shaw Alyssa Surges Samantha Swanson Jenna Wagner
Decatur Hoffman Estates Hoffman Estates Barrington Hills Arlington Heights Arlington Heights Aurora Danville Sycamore Belleville Darien Machesney Park Collinsville Smithboro Machesney Park Lake Villa Schaumburg Lemont Burr Ridge
2005-08 2008-09 2008-09 2002-05 2001-03* 2003-04 2008-10 2001-03* 2005-06 2004-05 2007-08 2003-07 2007 20122005-09 2010 2004-09 2004-08 2004-07
Missouri
Kate Bocklage Kelly Boedeker Morgan Dahlke Danielle Dunkin Nicole Gunn Stephanie McCulloch Ashley Purnell Alecia Savage Kalei Timmer Kristen Tracy Jessica Wright
Moberly
2009-10 2001 20122006-08 20122009-12 2004 2003-05 2009-10 2008-09 2002-05
Butte
2009-11
Lincoln Lincoln Alliance
2009-11 2008-11 2006-07
Ridgewood
2001-05
Rochester Endwell
2009-11 20122004-07
Minot
2009-11
Oberlin Westerville
2001-03 2012-
Portland
2001-03*
Spearfish
2004-05
St. Peter’s Elsberry Columbia N. Kansas City Clarksville Sullivan Lee’s Summit Liberty St. Robert Lee’s Summit
Montana
Amanda Mulcahy Ashley Bonebright Jesslyn Denton Samantha Lore
Photo by USBC
New Jersey
Alecia Hefter New York
Katie Eckelberger Breanna Francis Danielle LeFever
Webster
North Dakota
Kim Knapp
Indiana
Sarah Bane Sara Cox Robin Noland Angela Swift
Dyer Terre Haute Anderson Indianapolis
2005-06 2002-06 2007-11 2002-04
Kansas
Courtney Barker Rachel Gooldy Trisha James Morgan Kuckelman Amber Magee Kristi Renyer Heather Wiehe
Edwardsville Junction City Olathe Wichita Stillwell Berryton Easton
201020122003-04 2011201120122012-
2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
Erin Landord Mary Wells Oregon
Tracie Driggs South Dakota
Darcy Schmidt
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
Trenton Davison Saginaw Tecumseh
2007-11 2005-09 2009-11 2010-
Minnesota
Larissa Lantto Kelli Schroeder
Eden Prairie Blaine
20092009-
2nd 2nd 5th 5th 5th 2nd 7th 7th 7th
994.4 941.8 994.6 972.0 980.8 954.3 957.7 930.3 931.0 972.0 972.1
Team Game Average—Baker Format
Texas
Megan Bentham Ashleigh Calcote Amber Gazverde Jamie Mitchell Kim Wallace Ashley Williams Madison Williams
Katy
201120122001-04* 2006-09 2008-12 2003-06 2009-10
Rocky Mount
2004
Pullaypup
2011-
Sun Prairie New Berlin
2010-12 2003-07
Seoul
2004-07
Keller Friendswood Flower Mound Pearland Richmond Houston
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
189.6 188.6 197.4 196.8 194.3 191.4 192.5 188.1 187.4 195.9 195.6
Virginia
Misty Griffith Washington
Shannon Dexter Wisconsin
Samantha Kilian Kim Wirth South Korea
Jiovanna Bruce
Michigan
Theresa Christopher Alli Gerding-Scully Brittany Potts Kara Richard
86-28 89-21 78-22-1 82-30-1 79-25 88-38 86-44 87-35 94-45
Team Game Average—5 Person Format
Ohio
Photos by Bob Badalucco
Photo by Megan Raymond
Alecia earned 1st Team All-American honors for her athletic performance in 200304 and Academic AllAmerican honors all four years of her career at Central.
Nebraska
Kim Wirth (2003-07) was an Honorable Mention AllAmerican in 2004-05 and played in two NCAA finals. Kim was also a four-time Academic All-American and earned five tournament awards during her career, with two MVP honors. Alyssa Surges (pictured at right) was a member of two Jennies teams which made the NCAA Championship finals (2005, 2009). Alyssa earned All-American honors her senior season.
Alecia Hefter (20012005) has the honor of being the only player in Jennies history to be a part of teams which reached the National Championship Finals every year she was student-athlete.
Year-by-Year Stats Team Win/Loss/Tie Records Year 2001-02 2002-03
Record 98-22 96-25
Finish 3rd 1st
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Tina Peak (2003-07) helped lead the Jennies to two NCAA Championship finals and two top-five team performances. During her career, Tina averaged 200 her entire career and nearly 230 in postseason competition. Tina earned five AllAmerican honors. Photo provided by USBC
Jennies Individual & Team Records Individual Spare Percentage
Individual Player Performances Year
MVPs
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
(Career)
Tourn Team
2 2 2 5 3 4 3 0 2 1 5
8 8 15 17 13 14 15 5 7 8 12
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Name
Percent
Years
Bryanna Caldwell Kara Richard Natalie Jimenez Erin Landford Amber Gazverde Kelli Schroeder Becky Graffia Alyssa Surges Alecia Hefter Tina Peak
82.5 % 82.3 % 80.5 % 80.3 % 79.6 % 78.7 % 78.4 % 78.1 % 77.6 % 77.4 %
2004-08 201020092001-03 2000-04 * 20091999-03 * 2005-09 2001-05 2003-07
Team Academic Performance Year
Fall GPA
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
3.32 3.54 3.16 2.87 3.39 3.33 3.68 3.48 3.04 3.28 3.38
Sara Cox (2002-06) was a two-time 2nd Team All-American at Central.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Years
Amber Gazverde Bryanna Caldwell Tina Peak Natalie Jimenez Erin Landford Sarah Bane Alecia Hefter Becky Graffia Kara Richard Kim Wirth
52.3 % 49.5 % 48.2 % 47.2 % 46.9 % 46.8 % 45.7 % 45.3 % 44.8 % 43.9 %
2000-04 * 2004-08 2003-07 20092001-04 2005-06 2001-05 1999-03 * 20102003-07
Individual Strike Percentage (Season)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10
Name
Percent
Years
Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Bryanna Caldwell Natalie Jimezez Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell Kim Wallace Bryanna Caldwell Bryanna Caldwell Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak
55.2 % 53.6 % 52.6 % 51.7 % 50.2 % 49.1 % 48.5 % 48.2 % 48.1 % 47.7 % 47.7 %
2003-04 2001-02 2005-06 2010-11 2003-04 2004-05 2010-11 2007-08 2006.07 2011-12 2005-06
Bryanna Caldwell (2004-08) helped lead the Jennies to top five finishes at the NCAA Championships all four years she was as a student-athlete. Bryanna leads or is in the top three of every season and career statistical category. Caldwell was a fourtime National Player of the Year and 1st Team All-American. Photo taken by USBC
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04
High Individual Game Name
Year
Score
Tina Peak Tina Peak Bryanna Caldwell
2003-04 2004-05 2005-06
300 300 300
High Individual Series
Amber Gazverde Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak
Sara also earned Academic AllAmerican honors her entire career and was part of three National Championship Finals
Year
Score
2001-02 2009-10 2004-05
805 757 748
High Team Game - 5 Person Event Name
Mid States Invite NCAA Champ’s NCAA Champ’s
Photo by Bob Badalucco
Year
Score
2003-04 2003-04 2003-04
1208 1192 1160
High Team Series - 5 person
(Career) Percent
92.4 % 92.2 % 91.9 %
* portion of stats earned prior to varsity sport status
Name
Individual Strike Percentage Name
Erin Landford Becky Graffia Tina Peak
(3 games)
Spring GPA
3.54 3.52 3.21 3.11 3.39 3.32 3.81 3.27 3.38 3.32 3.43
8 9 10
Individual Spare Percentage (Season)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Name
Percent
Years
Amanda Cortese Bryanna Caldwell Kara Richard Amber Gazverde Amber Gazverde Bryanna Caldwell Erin Landford Nicole Banks Alyssa Surges Natalie Jimenez
92.9% 84.5 % 84.3 % 83.9 % 83.7 % 83.6 % 83.5 % 83.1 % 82.5 % 81.9 %
2008-09 2007-08 2010-11 2003-04 2001-02 2006-07 2001-02 2001-02 2006-07 2010-11
(3 games) Event Name
Mid States Match Games NCAA Champ’s
Single Pins (Career) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Percent
Years
Bryanna Caldwell Kara Richard Amber Gazverde Natalie Jimenez Tina Peak Kelli Schroeder Erin Landford Jamie Mitchell Nicole Banks Alecia Hefter
92.5 % 92.1 % 90.8 % 90.5 % 90.0 % 89.8 % 89.8 % 89.4 % 89.2 % 89.1 %
2004-08 20102000-04 * 20092003-07 20092001-03 2006-09 1998-02 2001-05
Event Name
Alcorn St. Invite NCAA Champ’s Alcorn St. Invite
Percent
Years
Bryanna Caldwell Kelli Schroeder Bryanna Caldwell Amber Gazverde Nicole Banks Kara Richard Natalie Jimenez
95.7 % 95.3 % 94.4 % 93.3 % 93.2 % 92.6 % 92.4 %
2006-07 2010-11 2007-08 2003-04 2001-02 2010-11 2011-12
Year
Score
2004-05 2010-11 2004-05
300 297 289
(3 games) Event Name
Alcorn St. Invite Alcorn St. Invite Greater Ozark
Single Pins (Season) Name
3368 3324 3210
High Team Series - Baker Format
Individual Spare Percentage –
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Score
2001-02 2001-02 2003-04
High Team Game - Baker Format
Individual Spare Percentage – Name
Year
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Year
Score
2004-05 2004-05 2004-05
763 758 742
Jamie Mitchell was the National Rookie of the Year in 2006-07. Jamie also helped lead the Jennies to the NCAA Championships every year she was a member of the squad (2006-09), including a National RunnerUp finish at the 2009 NCAA Championships Photo taken by Megan Raymond
Jennies in the Media
The cover and a feature story of the September 2011 edition of Bowler’s Journal, an international publication of over 200,ooo subscribers, involved 2011 freshman Gabby Mayfield. Mayfield finished second at the 2011 Teen Masters Championships, which was held at Grand Central Station in New York City, NY.
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Photo courtesy of Bowler’s Journal
Samantha Swanson, Bryanna Caldwell and Jennies Bowling were featured in the February 2008 issue of Pitch Magazine, a Kansas Citybased publication, looking at the rise of the bowling industry. The Fall 2007 US Youth Bowler magazine included a feature article on Tina Peak. The story focused on her ability to overcome the loss of her mother at a young age. Despite the tough times, Tina pursued her bowling career at Central Missouri, became an 1st Team All-American and a member Jr. Team USA. Photo courtesy of US Youth Bowler
UCM Library Service’s READ program features individuals and groups from the campus community in its campaign to promote reading. Following the Jennies’ NCAA Championship appearance in April 2009, the squad was asked to promote children’s literacy with a display featured in various campus sights. Photo courtesy of UCM Library Services
A UCM Media Services campaign highlighting its students’ success stories has included Bryanna Caldwell, a four-time Division II Player of the Year and two-time member of Junior Team USA, in several promotional materials. Photo courtesy of UCM University Relations
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Photo courtesy of www.pitch.com archives
University of Central Missouri Bowling 2012-2013 Travel Schedule October 20-21
Newman Mid-States Invitational
Wichita, KS
October 27-28
McKendree NCAA Invitational
Fairview Heights, IL
Central
November 9-11
Valparaiso Invitational
Merrillville, IN
Central
Millsboro, DE
Northeast
November 16-18 UMES Hawk Classic Nov 30 - Dec 2
Virginia Union NCAA Invitational
Midlothian, VA
Northeast
January 11-13
Arkansas St. Mid-Winter Classic
Jonesboro, AR
Central
February 1-3
Prairie View A&M Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Invitational
Arlington, TX
Central
February 8-9
Southern Varsity Challenge
Dallas, TX
Central
February 15-17
Morgan State Brown Classic
Baltimore, MD
Northeast
March 1-3
UCM Greater Ozark Invitational
N. Kansas City, MO
Central
March 7, 8
Mid-America Individual Championships Warrensburg, MO
March 15-17
Vanderbilt Music City Classic
Smyrna, TN
April 11-13
NCAA National Championships
Canton, MI
Central Central
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