Media Guide - sanjacsports.com

Transcription

2010-2011
2010 Season Outlook
Experience. Strength.
Balance. These are
just some of the words
San Jacinto College
Head Basketball Coach
Scott Gernander uses
to describe this year’s
squad. The 24-year
head-coaching veteran
is excited about this
year’s squad, much
like he is every year.
“I love coaching,”
said Gernander. “When
sports has been your
life, you look forward
to going to work
every day. I love being
around these players,
I look forward to the competition, and
I enjoy seeing these guys get better
each and every day.”
2010-2011 Men’s Basketball team
who was one of Florida’s top prep
players last season, will compliment
Holden.
his game, and while Adrian Morales
and Jason Carter didn’t see much
action last season, the head coach
knows he can count on them to step
in when needed.
Gernander has assembled a team
with two National Collegiate Athletic
Association (NCAA) Division I
transfers, and two players who
“I love coaching,” said
won a National Junior College
Athletic Association (NJCAA)
Gernander. “When sports has
championship title last season.
been your life, you look forward
He has six returners, including
an All-Conference selection in
to going to work every day. I love
Marsell Holden, and has added
being around these players, I look
a group of newcomers who
could be as good as any he’s
forward to the competition, and
had in previous years.
“One of our strengths this
year is our balance and size
in both our inside and outside
game,” commented Gernander.
“We have excellent shooters
throughout the roster, and a lot
of talent that will help us be as
good as we can possibly be.”
I enjoy seeing these guys get better
each and every day.”
Holden will lead the offense
this year, and will be counted
on for his outstanding shooting.
“I’ve been lucky enough to
coach some great shooters here at
San Jac,” noted Gernander. “Marsell
is probably one of the best ever.”
Holden played in all 31 games for San
Jac last season, finishing second on
the team in scoring at 14.1 points per
game. Newcomer Kuamaine Osborne,
2
Gernander expects his other five
returners to lead this team. Lorenzo
Freeman was a solid scorer last
season, and a constant in the team’s
lineup. Daryell Taylor has a strong
work ethic, and Gernander expects
big things from him this year. Josh
Wesley has improved in all aspects of
That balance will come in
the form of San Jac’s eight
newcomers. They bring with
them experience at the NCAA
level, an NJCAA national title,
and all-around athleticism. Look for
Tyree Johnson, Flavien Davis, Parrish
Grant, Devin Bray, and Osborne to post
big minutes this season for San Jac.
San Jacinto College Men’s Basketball 2010-2011
2010-2011 Roster
No. Name
Pos. Ht.
3
Marsell Holden
G
5-11 Soph.
Farrell, Pa. / Farrell HS
5
Parrish Grant
G
6-2
Soph.
Philadelphia, Pa. / Imhotep Charter (La Salle University)
10
Moses Sundufu
G
6-2
Soph.
Hopkins, Minn. / Hopkins HS (Howard College)
12
Tyree Johnson
G
5-9
Fresh.
Philadelphia, Pa. / Penn Wood HS
14
Adrian Morales
G
5-11 Soph.
Deer Park / Deer Park HS
15
Devin Bray
G
6-3
Fresh.
Kountze / Kountze HS
21
Daryell Taylor
G
6-2
Soph.
Houston / Hightower HS
23
Kuamaine Osborne G
6-0
Fresh.
Rockledge, Fla. / Florida Air Academy
24
Flavien Davis
F
6-5
Fresh.
Milwaukee, Wis. / Wisconsin Lutheran HS
31
Jason Carter
F
6-4
Soph.
La Porte / La Porte HS
33
Joshua Wesley
F
6-5
Soph.
Missouri City / Hightower HS
35
Lorenzo Freeman
F
6-8
Soph.
Trenton, N. J. / River Bend HS (Fredericksburg, Va.)
42
Ian Davis
F
6-6
Soph.
Kemah / Clear Creek HS (UCLA)
44
Virgil Cissoko
F
6-7
Soph.
St. Denis, France / Stoneridge Prep (Howard College)
45
Chris Richardson
F
6-8
Fresh.
Roanoke Rapids, N.C. / Waccamaw Academy
Gernander, who won his 600th game
as a college head coach last season,
has once again put together a solid
schedule that will hopefully take his
team back to Hutchison, Kan., for the
national tournament. San Jac has 18
home games this season, including the
annual Sam Cassell Classic in early
November. Region XIV conference
play will be as tough as ever, as the
league is balanced, and, according to
Gernander, “the strongest league in the
country.”
An addition on the sideline this
season is Assistant Coach Jacob
Wonders. After spending four years
as the head coach at Panola College,
Wonders returns to San Jac, a place he
is familiar with, having spent a season
as an assistant coach in 2001-02.
Yr.
Hometown / Previous School
“I’m excited to have Jacob on our
staff,” said Gernander. “He’s a great
compliment to our coaching team, and
will bring a tremendous amount of
experience to our squad.”
While last season didn’t pan out the
way Gernander would have preferred,
he says it was one of the most
satisfying of his career. “We faced
adversity at the start of the season,
and those guys pulled through and
really over-achieved.” He sees this
year’s team doing much of the same –
working hard to improve every game,
fighting for a return trip to the NJCAA
national tournament.
Lorenzo Freeman
For more information about the men’s basketball team, please visit www.sanjacsports.com.
3
Player Profiles
#3 Marsell Holden
5-11 | Soph. | G
Farrell, Penn. | Farrell HS
As a freshman: All-Region XIV honorable mention selection… Played in all 31 games
for San Jac… Second on the team in scoring at 14.1 points per game… One of the
team’s top outside shooters, connecting on 41 percent from long range… Averaged 91
percent from the charity stripe.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Farrell High School… First-team All-State…
First-team All-Region… Pennsylvania Player of the Year… Finished his career as the
school’s leading scorer with 1,913 points… Averaged 27.5 points per game.
Gernander on Holden: “Marsell is one of the best shooters we’ve ever had. He has
confidence in his shot, and it’s really up to us to get him as many shots as we can this year.”
#10 Moses Sundufu
6-2 | Soph. | G
Hopkins, Minn. | Hopkins HS
(Howard College)
As a freshman (Howard College): Along with teammate Virgil Cissoko, helped lead
the Hawks to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national title.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hopkins HS… Helped the Lions to the state
championship.
Gernander on Sundufu: “Moses has been a great surprise. He plays hard, he’s our
best scorer off the dribble, and he brings championship experience to our squad. He’s
really been playing well.”
#5 Parrish Grant
6-2 | Soph. | G
Philadelphia, Penn. | Imhotep
Charter (LaSalle University)
As a freshman: Played in 25 games, staring in four, for LaSalle University… Averaged
2.9 points and 1.2 rebounds per game… Shot 40 percent from the field.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Imhotep Charter… First-team All-state
selection… Led the Panthers to three state championships and two district
championships.
Gernander on Grant: “Parrish brings NCAA Division I experience to our team. I think
once he gets a feel for our system, he could be the key to our team.”
#12 Tyree Johnson
5-9 | Fresh. | G
Philadelphia, Penn. | Penn Wood HS
Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Penn Wood HS… Helped the Patriots to the state
championship… First-team All-District selection… Second-team All-State… Scored
more than 1,000 points in his career… Named the “Delaware County Times” player of
the year… Reebok All-American.
Gernander on Johnson: “Tyree adds depth to our roster at point guard. He’s very
quick, and handles the ball well. Once he gets a feel for our system, he’s going to be a
contributor.”
#14 Adrian Morales
#15 Devin Bray
5-11 | Soph. | G
Deer Park | Deer Park HS
6-3 | Fresh. | G
Kountze | Kountze HS
As a freshman: Saw action in 24 games for San Jac… Averaged 2.7 points and 1.2
rebounds per game.
Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Kountze HS… Led the Lions to the state
championship (2006-07)… Earned the perfect attendance award.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Deer Park High School… Helped the Deer to
second place in the district as a junior and senior… Second-team All-District as a
sophomore… First-team All-District as a junior and senior… Averaged 15.1 points per
game as a senior.
Gernander on Bray: “Devin is an incredible athlete. He’s strong, physical, and can run
the floor. He is also a great ball handler. Once he gets a feel for this level of basketball,
there’s no telling how good he will be.”
Gernander on Morales: “Adrian is a changed player this year. His forte is shooting.
He’s smart and aggressive with the ball, and I’m really happy with how he has come
around this year.”
4
Player Profiles
#21 Daryell Taylor
6-2 | Soph. | G
Houston | Hightower HS
As a freshman: Played in all 31 games… Averaged 8.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per
game… Had 36 steals and 46 assists.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hightower High School… Helped the Hurricanes
make history with a 13-0 district record and the district championship… First-team
All-District as a junior and senior… Led the team in scoring as a sophomore, junior and
senior… Team MVP as a junior and senior… Earned the sportsmanship award.
#23 Kuamaine Osborne
6-0 | Fresh. | G
Rockledge, Fl. | Florida Air
Academy
Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Florida Air Academy… Led the county in scoring
and three pointers… Named a McDonald’s All-American…. Helped the Falcons to a
state championship and two district championships.
Gernander on Osborne: “Kuamaine is a good shooter and scorer. He’ll be a nice
compliment to Marsell Holden on the outside, and will be a big contributor to this team.”
Gernander on Taylor: “Daryell has a great work ethic. He is a great shooter who has
added to his inside game. We’re looking for big things from him this year.”
#24 Flavien Davis
6-5 | Fresh. | F
Milwaukee, Wisc. | Wisconsin
Lutheran HS
Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran HS… Led the Vikings to
the 2009 state championship… Named to the All-State team as a junior and senior…
All-Area selection… First-team All-Conference… Player of the year… All-time leading
scorer with 1,820 points.
Gernander on Davis: “Flavien has been another surprise in camp this Fall. He’s
comfortable playing inside, but also has the ability to step outside and shoot the ball.”
#31 Jason Carter
6-4 | Soph. | F
La Porte | La Porte HS
As a freshman: Saw limited action in six games… Averaged 1.2 points per game.
Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of La Porte High School… Led the Bulldogs to the
district championship as a junior and senior… Also ran track.
Gernander on Carter: “Jason worked hard all summer. He has been a different player
this Fall, and is someone we think can contribute to help us win.”
#33 Joshua Wesley
6-5 | Soph. | F
Missouri City | Hightower HS
As a freshman: Saw action in all 31 games… Averaged 3.8 points and 5 rebounds per
game… Was one of three players in double-digit blocked shots with 10.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hightower HS… Guided the Hurricanes to the
district championships as a senior…. Named All-District as a senior football and
basketball player.
Gernander on Wesley: “Josh is our most improved player. He knows how to use his
size and weight around the basket, and has learned how to finish. He can be a force for
us this season.”
Daryell Taylor
5
Player Profiles
#35 Lorenzo Freeman
#42 Ian Davis
6-8 | Soph. | F
Trenton, NJ | Trenton Central HS
6-6 | Soph. | F
Kemah | Clear Creek HS (UCLA)
As a freshman: Played in all 31 games, starting in 27… Averaged 7.3 points per
game… Was second on the squad with 6.5 rebounds per game and 37 total blocks.
Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of Trenton Central High School… Led the Tornadoes
to the district championship… Averaged 17.7 points and 13.2 rebounds per game…
Conference and area player of the year… Third-team All-State selection… First-team
All-Conference and All-Area… Recorded the first triple-double in school history with 22
points, 11 blocks and 11 rebounds.
As a freshman (UCLA): Played one season of football for the Bruins.
Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of Clear Creek HS… Helped the Wildcats to two
district championships… Two-time team MVP… Twice named All-District and All-County.
Gernander on Davis: “Ian is big, strong, hustles, and can run. He’s great to watch, and
when he fine-tunes his basketball skills, he’ll be a great player.”
Gernander on Freeman: “Lorenzo has improved his game around the basket. He’s one of
the better big men in the league.”
6
#44 Virgil Cissoko
#45 Chris Richardson
6-7 | Soph. | F
St. Denis, France | Stoneridge
Prep (Howard College)
6-8 | Soph. | F
Roanoke Rapids, NC |
Waccamaw Academy
As a freshman (Howard College): Along with teammate Moses Sundufu, helped lead the
Hawks to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national title.
Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Waccamaw Academy… Led the Warriors to the
playoffs… Named the Columbus County Player of the Year.
Gernander on Cissoko: “Virgil brings championship experience after winning a national
title with Howard College last season. He’s probably our fastest player on our team and
has a great work ethic.”
Gernander on Richardson: “Chris could be our best big man. He has great footwork and
touch, and is a great rebounder and scorer around the basket.”
Troy Rabon
Valerie Newlander
Athletic Trainer
Team Manager
Coach Profile
Scott Gernander
University of Minnesota – Duluth (1969), University of Minnesota (1980)
Overall collegiate record: 611-154 (23 seasons)
Overall high school record: 153-51 (nine seasons)
Head Coach Scott Gernander enters his 24th season at
the helm of the San Jacinto College men’s basketball
program, and his intensity and passion for coaching
has never been more evident. Entering this season,
Gernander owns a 611-154 overall record, amounting
to an astounding .800 win percentage. His record as
San Jac’s all-time winningest coach offers evidence
of his success. He’s taken his teams to the national
tournament on eight different occasions, finishing as the
national runner-up twice. Dozens of players have moved
on to NCAA Division I institutions, and many have gone
pro following their collegiate career. Coach Gernander’s
611 wins rank 11th all-time in National Junior College
Athletic Association (NJCAA) history.
Gernander led his squad to the Region XIV quarterfinals
and a 20-12 overall record during the 2008-09 season.
Three players went on to NCAA Division I institutions –
Maurice McNeil (University of Houston), Devin McDonald
(University of New Orleans), and Andrew Gonzalez
(Houston Baptist University) – a sign of Gernander’s
success as a head coach.
On Jan. 5, 2010, Gernander did what few before him have
done. With a 103-51 win over Lone Star – Tomball, the
Hall of Fame coach notched his 600th career win, making
him one of just 13 active NJCAA head coaches to eclipse
600 career victories. Last season, San Jac had a young
squad that finished 25-6 under Gernander’s leadership.
Carrington Tankson, Dion Prewster, and Marsell Holden
earned All-Region honors, and Gernander was named
the Region XIV coach of the year. At one point during
the season, San Jac was ranked fifth in the nation, and
earned a third seed at the conference tournament.
7
Coach Profiles
The 2007-08 season was much of the same for
Gernander, as he guided his team to the Region
XIV semifinals, completing the season at 23-9,
and outscoring opponents an average of 86-77.
Five players went on to earn scholarships at
NCAA institutions. The highlight of that season
came before a single game was ever played,
as Gernander was inducted into the University
of Minnesota at Duluth (UMD) Athletic Hall of
Fame, his alma mater. He is also a member of
the National Junior College Athletic Association
(NJCAA) Hall of Fame, and is an eight-time
NJCAA Region XIV coach of the year.
Gernander’s protégé’s include former NBA AllStars Steve Francis and Sam Cassell. Francis
spent over 10 years in the NBA, while Cassell
guided Houston to back-to-back championships,
and most recently won a title with the Boston
Celtics. He is now an assistant coach with the
Washington Wizards. Gernander couldn’t be
more proud of their accomplishments.
A four-time letterwinner in both football and basketball
at UMD, Gernander led the Bulldogs on the hard court in
points per game as senior with 11.7. That season, he was
named the UMD men’s basketball most valuable player and
outstanding senior athlete.
Gernander holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education
from Minnesota-Duluth, and a master’s degree in education
from the University of Minnesota. He and his wife, Bernie,
have six children: Marc, Lee (deceased), Bridget, Andrea,
Paige, and Scott Robert, who is in his third year as a
volunteer assistant coach with San Jac.
The Gernander File
Career Record: 611-154
2009-10: 25-6, Region XIV quarterfinals
2007-08: 23-9, Region XIV semifinals
Gernander began his coaching career at TowerSoudan High School (Minnesota) where he
coached for seven years. He then made his way
to Texas as the head coach at South Houston
High School. In 1980 he was hired as an
assistant coach at San Jacinto College, and was
named head coach prior to the 1987-88 season.
As an assistant coach, Gernander helped San
Jac win three national titles.
2005-06: 24-12, NJCAA tournament qualifier
2004-05: 31-3, conference champion
2002-03: 28-10, NJCAA national champion runner up
1998-99: 25-7, conference co-champion
1996-97: 36-1, NJCAA national champion runner up
1995-96: 24-7, state qualifier
1989-90: 34-4, 7th at NJCAA tournament
1988-89: 35-4, 3rd at NJCAA tournament
8
Assistant Coaches
Jacob Wonders
Assistant Coach, First Season
Central Michigan University (1997), Lamar University (2000)
In June 2010, San Jacinto College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Scott Gernander completed his
coaching staff with the hiring of Jacob Wonders, former head coach at Panola College. Wonders comes
to San Jac with more than 10 years coaching experience.
Wonders spent the past four seasons as the head coach at Panola College in Carthage, Texas, where
he helped the Ponies average more than 80 points per game each season (2006-2010). Twenty-seven
student-athletes under Wonders’ tutelage continued their education and basketball careers at four-year
universities, including 17 who earned scholarships to play at the NCAA Division I level.
Prior to his time at Panola, Wonders spent three years as an assistant coach at Houston Baptist
University (HBU). While at HBU, Wonders was responsible for scouting, academic monitoring, on-the-floor
coaching, and coordinating the Huskies recruiting efforts. During his tenure, HBU went 77-22, including
three consecutive National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) national tournament berths and
a top-10 national ranking in points per game. During the 2005-06 season, the Huskies finished No. 8
in the nation with a 27-6 overall record, and appeared in the NAIA Sweet Sixteen for the second time in
school history.
“We are so fortunate to have Jacob as our new assistant basketball coach,” said Gernander. “He has
done a tremendous job wherever he has coached. He is a hard worker, a good recruiter, and has a great
basketball mind. He has a great feel for people, players, and coaches, and is well respected by many in
the basketball profession. We are looking forward to having him help keep our great tradition alive at San
Jacinto College.”
Wonders began his coaching career at his alma mater, Central Michigan University, where he was a
student assistant with the Chippewas before graduating in 1997. He then traveled to Beaumont, Texas,
as an assistant coach at Lamar University, helping the Cardinals to the 2000 Southland Conference
tournament championship, and a berth in the NCAA tournament. He has also held coaching stints at
Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho, and as a volunteer assistant coach at San Jacinto College
during the 2001-02 season.
A native of Detroit, Mich., Wonders earned a degree in sports studies from Central Michigan University, and
holds a master’s in kinesiology from Lamar University. He and his wife, Caren, have two children. He is a
member of the National Association of Basketball Coaches and the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches.
Scott R. Gernander
Volunteer Assistant Coach, Third Season
Sam Houston State University (2006, M.A. 2008)
After spending a season as a graduate assistant coach at his alma mater, Sam Houston State University, Scott R.
Gernander returned in 2008 to the school where his collegiate playing days began to serve as an assistant coach
under his legendary father. This season marks his third as an assistant coach on the San Jac sideline.
As a graduate assistant at Sam Houston State from 2005-2008, the younger Gernander coached on teams that
recorded a combined 66-27 record, and had three 20-win seasons in the Southland Conference.
The 27-year-old Gernander played as a guard at SHSU from 2003 to 2005, averaging seven minutes a game as a top
reserve. The Bearkats were 31-27 during his time on the hard court. Prior to playing at Sam Houston, Gernander was
a member of the San Jacinto College men’s basketball team, where he played on teams that went 57-12, won two
conference titles, and were national junior college runners-up. He averaged 8.1 points per game while at San Jac.
Before playing at San Jac for his father, the younger Gernander was a first team All-District and second team AllRegion guard for Coach Boyce Paxton at Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena. He averaged 17.8 points as a senior.
Gernander received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Sam Houston State in 2006 and a Master of Arts in
Kinesiology in 2008. He married Amanda Crabtree in June of 2008.
9
2009-2010 Stats and Results
Player
Total
fg-fga
Pct.
3-Point
3fg-fga Pct.
F-Throw
ft-fta
Pct.
A
TO St. Blk.
Pts.
Avg.
45
3-14
21.4
1-6
16.7
4-4
100.0
0
2
2
0.2
5
8
7
5
0
11
1.2
30
2-5
40.0
0-1
0.0
3-4
75.0
2
5
7
1.2
4
1
3
0
0
7
1.2
45
54
gp-gs
Min.
Alix, Kevin
9-0
Carter, Jason
6-0
Rebounds
Off Def Tot Avg. PF
Coleman, Kylel
30-25
607
90-183
49.2
10-44
22.7
47-68
69.1
12
Freeman, Lorenzo
31-27
564
86-182
47.3
1-4
25.0
52-93
55.9
79 124 203
41.7
11-39
28.2
Harrison, Dre
15-5
343
43-103
Holden, Marsell
31-1
790
124-285 43.5
95-231 41.1
1.8 46 125
77 36
7
237
7.9
6.5 70
43 17
37
225
7.3
9
35-46
76.1
11
39
50
3.3 38
56
25 13
2
132
8.8
94-103
91.3
20
52
72
2.3 40
37
27 15
1
437
14.1
Ivankovic, Ilija
30-2
310
32-63
50.8
0-0
0.0
11-23
47.8
32
55
87
2.9 28
10
5
4
4
75
2.5
Morales, Adrian
24-0
302
17-60
28.3
13-46
28.3
18-20
90.0
3
26
29
1.2 23
48
17
6
3
65
2.7
Prewster, Dion
31-31 1023
165-306 53.9
39-93
41.9
51-91
56.0
113 250 363
11.7 57
84
51 32
62
420
13.5
Rivera, Jesus
27-0
25-57
2-11
18.2
22-41
53.7
24
1.9 36
7
14
4
74
2.7
202
43.9
28
52
7
Tankson, Carrington
31-30
908
161-352 45.7
57-175 32.6
108-153 70.6
40 113 153
4.9 60
61
59 38
9
487
15.7
Taylor, Daryell
31-31
679
93-254
36.6
34-128 26.6
41-56
73.2
27
59
86
2.8 44
46
17 36
2
261
8.4
Wesley, Josh
31-1
485
48-91
52.7
24-48
43.8
66
88 154
5.0 72
26
33 11
10
117
3.8
31
----
889-1955 45.5
2548
82.2
TOTALS
0-0
0.0
263-778 33.8
507-750 67.6
Score by Periods
1st
2nd
OT
Totals
San Jacinto College
Opponents
1208
929
1342
1147
0
0
2550
2076
429 883 1312 42.3 523 518 378 220 141
2009-10 Season Results
Date
11/02/09
11/04/09
11/06/09
11/07/09
11/10/09
11/12/09
11/14/09
11/17/09
11/19/09
11/21/09
11/24/09
11/28/09
12/02/09
12/05/09
01/05/10
01/09/10
01/13/10
01/16/10
01/20/10
01/23/10
01/27/10
01/30/10
02/03/10
02/06/10
02/11/10
02/13/10
02/17/10
02/20/10
02/24/10
02/27/10
03/06/10
Opponent
Lone Star – Cy Fair
Lone Star – Kingwood
Lone Star – Tomball$
Richland College$
Coastal Bend Community College*
Temple College
Collin County
at Panola College
at Jacksonville College*
Lamar State – Port Arthur*
at Coastal Bend Community College*
at Lee College*
Lon Morris*
Lone Star – Tomball
at Angelina College*
Blinn College*
at Tyler Junior College*
Trinity Valley Community College*
at Paris Junior College*
Panola College*
at Navarro College*
Kilgore College*
Jacksonville College*
at Lamar State – Port Arthur*
Lee College*
at Lon Morris*
at Bossier Parish Community College
Angelina College*
at Blinn College*
Lee College^
W/L
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
L
W
W
W
W
L
W
L
W
W
W
L
L
W
W
W
W
W
L
Score
106-48
95-73
111-43
88-73
90-73
94-87
74-63
81-65
101-61
82-69
78-59
84-41
76-80
79-70
103-51
63-54
90-70
77-91
82-68
71-72
82-75
61-60
69-67
76-90
55-66
93-61
75-59
85-71
92-81
76-71
61-64
Marsell Holden
$ = Sam Cassell Classic
* = Region XIV game
10
Familiar Face sees success in NBA
A face familiar to the San Jacinto College men’s basketball program has seen success in the
NBA. Steve Francis, nicknamed “Stevie Franchise,” played five seasons in Houston during the
early part of his career, and later again signed with the Houston Rockets as a free agent. Francis
also spent time with the Orlando Magic, New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies during his 10+
years in the NBA.
As a member of the San Jac men’s basketball team from 1996 to 1997, Francis helped SJC
reach the national title game, averaging 12.5 and 7.5 rebounds per game. Head Coach Scott
Gernander remembers Francis’ arrival in Pasadena like it was yesterday. “He was sort of
raw in terms of his skills because he hadn’t played that last year,” Gernander said. “About
halfway through the season, I could see his incredible talent taking over games. He’s the best
rebounding guard we have ever had and he could do so many things to help you win. He played
above the rim from the guard spot and was a big contributor that year.”
Ironically, Francis did not play basketball as a senior in high school in Maryland, but came
to San Jac to try to restart his career. He did that and more. Gernander watched Francis
guide a talented team to 36 straight wins before a loss in the National Junior College Athletic
Association (NJCAA) national tournament. Over the years, Gernander and Francis have remained
close.
After two standout seasons at the University of Maryland, Francis was the second overall pick of
the Vancouver Grizzlies in the 1999 NBA draft. He was traded to the Rockets a short time later,
and San Jac fans were no doubt happy to see Francis back in H-town. He shared rookie of the
year honors in 2000 with Elton Brand and was runner-up to Vince Carter in the 2000 Slam Dunk
Contest. Prior to the 2004-05 season, he again packed his bags and headed to Orlando as part
of a trade with the Rockets for Tracy McGrady, before returning to Houston a few years later.
“Steve called me the night he resigned with the Rockets (in 2007),” Gernander said. “We talked
for about an hour. He was thrilled to be back in town as a player. He’s always kept a home here,
and I know he was pleased to be able to come back to a familiar place.” In his 11 years in the
NBA, Francis averaged 12 points and 2.7 rebounds per game.
Cassell wins NBA title with Celtics, enters coaching ranks
Sam Cassell is another former San Jac player who enjoyed a fine career in the National
Basketball Association. In 2008 he added yet another NBA championship to his résumé in what
would prove to be his final season as a NBA player.
Cassell was with San Jac for two seasons (1990–1992) and averaged 23.4 points, 7.6 assists
and 5.1 rebounds a contest during an All-America sophomore season. After playing the 1992-93
season with Florida State, Cassell was a first-round pick of the Houston Rockets in 1993, where
he helped the team win back-to-back NBA world championships (1993–1994 and 1994 –1995).
In 17 seasons in the NBA, Cassell scored 15,635 points, grabbed 3,221 rebounds, and dished
out 5,939 assists. In March 2008 he was honored as the ninth best of the 20 greatest players in
Milwaukee Bucks history during the team’s 40th Anniversary Team Celebration. He was hired as
an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards in May 2009.
What a journey it was for the player formerly known as ‘Sam I Am’ in Houston. Cassell was the
24th overall player chosen in the 1993 NBA draft. In the 1993 NBA Finals against New York,
Cassell made several clutch baskets that helped the team eventually win the title in a seven
game series. The next year, Cassell again played a big role as the Rockets advanced as the No.
6 seed in the West, ultimately winning the title again in a four-game sweep of Orlando.
Cassell spent three seasons in Houston and played for seven other teams in his 17 seasons in
the NBA.
“I’m so proud of Sam for the things he has accomplished in the game,” San Jacinto Head Coach
Scott Gernander said. “He has always had the drive to be great and has had a terrific career.
Two titles to start with and just a solid, solid career. I’m happy for him.”
11
Records
San Jacinto College’s all-time record over a
46-year span is 1,409-339 entering the 20102011 season. San Jac won 20 consecutive
conference titles between 1973 and 1993 and
has seen 18 players earn all-America honors.
The 1973-1992 championships were during
the years of the Texas Junior College Athletic
Conference while the 1993 title was from the
13-team Texas Eastern Athletic Conference.
In addition, 18 San Jac players have become
NBA draftees including former Houston Rockets’ guard Steve Francis, and former Boston
Celtics guard, and current Washington Wizards
assistant coach, Sam Cassell.
TEAM RECORDS
Win-Loss Totals (Years)
1. 37-0 (1985-86)
2. 36-1 (1986-87)
3. 36-1 (1996-97)
4. 44-2 (1967-68)
Longest Home Court Winning Streak
101 games (1982-89)
Points Scored
136 pts. vs. LMC (1986)
Single Game Margin of Victory
COACHING RECORDS
Tom Sewell (1961-1967).................... 141-89
Ron Rucker (1967-1969)........................ 88-5
Dean Evans (1969-1974).................... 165-32
Wayne Ballard (1974-1977)................ 103-18
Ronnie Arrow (1977-87)..................... 301-43
Scott Gernander (1987-current)........ 611-154
68 pts. (111-43 vs. Lone Star-Tomball), 2009
Offensive Team Average
105.5 pts. (1989-90)
Adrian Morales
Defensive Team Average
52.2 pts. (1968-69)
INDIVIDUAL RECORDS
Total (1961-2009).................... 1,409-339 High Score
146 pts. vs. St. Philips College (1972)
REGION XIV RECORDS
Consecutive Region XIV titles (1974-77)
Total Region XIV titles, 19 (1967, 1968, 1969,
1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1983, 1984, 1986,
1987, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1997, 2000, 2001,
2003, 2006)
Region XIV runner-up, 6 (1965, 190, 1972,
1978, 1982, 1988)
Consecutive Region XIV South Zone
Championships, 8 (1974-81)
Single Game Points Total
53, Ollie Taylor vs. San Antonio College (1968)
50, Michael Lloyd vs. Kilgore College (1993)
44, Ollie Taylor vs. Tyler (1968)
Single Half Points
82 pts. vs. Angelina College (second half) (1990) Single Game Field Goals
22, Ollie Taylor vs. San Antonio College (1968)
80 pts. vs. Lon Morris (second half) (1986)
100 Point Games (Single Season)
24 (1989-90)
Career Points
2,457 Ollie Taylor (1966-68)
22 (1988-89)
Single Game Rebound Total
34, Leonard Springer vs. Lamar Tech (1963)
21 (1971-72)
31, Larry Spriggs vs. St. Philips College (1978)
21 (1985-86)
Season Rebound Total
504, Larry Spriggs (1977-78)
Single Game Blocked Shots
13, Walter Berry vs. Western Texas (1984)
Season Blocked Shots Total
184, Alton Lister (1976-77)
Single Game Assists Total
23, Gabe Ramirez vs. Kilgore (1988)
Single Game 3-Point Field Goals Made
11, Marcus West vs. Panola (2002-2003)
Season 3-Point Field Goals Made
119, William Clay (1996-97)
Josh Wesley
12
History and Achievements
NJCAA Milestones
National Champions: 1968, 1983, 1984 and 1986
(Undefeated Champs: In 1986, San Jacinto College
became the fourth team in NJCAA history to go
undefeated and win the national championship.)
National Champion Runner-up: 1967, 1977, 1997
and 2003
National Tournament Appearances: 19 (1967, 68,
69, 74, 75, 76, 77, 83, 84, 86, 87, 89, 90, 92, 97, 2000,
2001, 2003, 2006)
Season-by-Season Records
1961–62: 14-19
1962–63: 19-16
1963–64: 22-14, Region XIV south zone tournament champions
1964–65: 19-20
1965–66: 25-15, Conference Champions
1966–67: 42-5, National Champions Runner-up
1967–68: 44-2, National Champions
1968–69: 44-3, 7th place national tournament finish
1972–73: 22-12, Region XIV south zone tournament finalist
1975–76: 32-7, National tournament quarter finalists
1981–82: 30-4, Conference Champions, regional runners-up
1988–89: 36-4, 3rd place national tournament finish
1990–91: 27-4, Conference Champions, state final four
1991–92: 25-9, State champions, national qualifier
1992–93: 24-6, Conference champions, state qualifier
1993–94: 14-15, State qualifier
1996–97: 36-1, National Champion Runner-up
1997–98: 26-4, Conference Champions, state qualifier
1998–99: 25-7, Co-conference Champions, state qualifier
1999–2000: 30-5, Conference Champions, national qualifier
2000–01: 30-6, Conference Champions, national qualifier
2003–04: 27-4, Co-Conference Champions
2005–06: 24-12, Region XIV tournament champions,
national qualifier
2006–07: 23-8, Region XIV tournament quarterfinals
2007–08: 23-9, Region XIV tournament semifinals
Daryell Taylor
Players Find Success After San Jacinto College
San Jacinto College has a remarkable tradition of sending players to four-year colleges after their stay in Pasadena.
Here is a look at the former players to have gone on to play beyond SJC.
Player
Yrs. at SJC School
Player
Tom Mitchell
Richard Vasquez
Ollie Taylor
Jeff Haliburton
Terry Mullins
Leon Huff
Bob Nash
Buzzy Thomas
Tom Henderson
Art Johnson
Ray Williams
Sam Williams
Mike Schultz
Ollie Mack
Alton Lister
Larry Spriggs
Curtis Phauls
Billy Goodwin
Don Plummer
Nolan Gibson
Carey Holland
Spoon James
Andre Ross
Walter Berry
Ron Singleton
Linwood Moye
Lew Hill
Tom Grant
Tyrone Shaw
Ledell Eackles
Boo Harvey
Michael Porter
John Hudson
David Butler
Moses Scurry
Arnold Bernard
Daryl Reid
Butch Morris
Bryan Sallier
Sam Cassell
Rodney Odom
Ernest Jackson
Bill Burnett
Leonard Williams
1965-67
1965-67
1966-68
1967-69
1967-69 1968-70
1968-70
1970-72
1970-72
1973-74
1973-75
1974-75
1974-76
1975-77
1976-77
1977-78
1977-79
1979-80
1980-81
1981-83
1981-83
1981-83
1981-83
1983-84
1983-84
1983-84
1983-85
1985-86
1984-86
1984-86
1985-87
1985-87
1985-87
1986-88
1986-88
1987-89
1987-89
1988-90
1989-90
1989-91
1990-91
1990-92
1990-92
1990-92
William Howze
1991-93
Carl Turner
1991-93
Michael Lloyd
1992-94
Lonnie Alexander
1993-95
Dink Peters
1994-96
Omar Sneed
1995-97
Steve Francis
1996-97
Calvin Bowman
1996-98
William Clay
1996-98
Alex Scales
1996-98
Charlie Naihe
1998-99
Gee Gervin
1997-98
Alex Shorts
1998-99
Mugsy Green
1998-2000
Antonio Falu
1999-2001
Roberto Morentin
1999-2001
Darnell Hopkins
2001-03
Daryl Mason
2001-03
Jihad Muhammad
2001-03
Rashad Robinson
2001-03
Marcus West
2001-03
Scott Robert Gernander 2001-03
Courtney Captain
2003-05
Kentrell Gransbury
2003-05
Trey McDowell
2003-05
Manuel Neto
2004-06
Champ Sylvester
2004-06
Kevin Widemond
2004-06
Tafari Toney
2004-06
Ben Bell
2005-06
Robert McKiver
2005-06
David Devezin
2006-07
Booker Woodfox
2006-07
Luiz Moreira
2006-07
Jeremy Barr
2007-08
Kyle Cannon
2007-08
Jason Crockom
2007-08
Lance Pevehouse
2007-08
Stavon Williams
2007-08
Andrew Gonzalez
2008-09
Devin McDonald
2008-09
Maurice McNeil
2008-09
Carrington Tankson 2009-10
Dion Prewster
2009-10
Seattle
University of Florida
University of Houston
Drake
University of Texas
Drake
University of Hawaii
Drake
University of Hawaii
Iowa State University
University of Minnesota
San Francisco
East Carolina University
Arizona State
Howard
University of Massachusetts
St. John’s
San Diego State
Bradley
Auburn
UNLV
San Diego State
St. John’s
Arizona State
UNLV
Wichita State
West Virginia University
University of New Orleans
St. John’s
St. John’s
University of South Carolina
UNLV
UNLV
Southwest Missouri State
Southwest Missouri State
University of Arkansas
Oklahoma University
Florida State University
University of North Carolina-Charlotte
University of South Alabama
Southern University
Louisiana Tech University
Yrs. at SJC School
New Mexico State University
St. Louis University
Syracuse University
Stephen F. Austin State University
University of Memphis
University of Maryland
West Virginia University
University of Texas
University of Oregon
Baylor University
Miami University (Ohio)
Manhattan
St. Mary’s
University of Central Florida
Murray State
University of Louisiana – Monroe
University of Cincinnati
Liberty University
Fresno State
Sam Houston State University
South Florida
Louisiana Tech University
Stoneybrook
Texas A&M-Commerce
Texas A&M-Commerce
University of North Texas
Marist
Creighton University
St. Mary’s (San Antonio)
Louisiana-Lafayette
Oklahoma University
Missouri Baptist
Sam Houston State University
Utah State
Houston Baptist University
University of New Orleans
Tarleton State University
Stephen F. Austin State University
13
Cheerleading
Team photo cutline (from left to right): From left, (front row): Donada Fortnar,
and Stephanie Ramirez; (second row): Elisha Smith, Lisa Drees, and Jordan
Esquivel; (back row, standing): Kii’ana Bates, Erik Christopherson, Tabitha
Fuller, Gilbert Solis, Diamond Simpson, Richard Sparks, and Shelby Nordstrom.
The San Jac cheer squad is coached by first-year coach Levis Francis, a former
co-captain of the Baltimore Ravens cheerleading squad.
Levis Francis
Cheerleading Coach, First Season
Levis Francis joins San Jacinto College Central
this year as its newest cheerleading coach.
A former Baltimore Ravens cheerleading co-captain,
Francis incorporates coaching techniques that include
sharp motions, clean routines, solid stunting, and an overall
uniformed look.
“The style this year is very collegiate,” said Francis. “At
the same time, we do incorporate different styles, including
funk and hip-hop elements into our routines to show our
versatility.”
Along with her NFL cheerleading experience, Francis has
eight years of coaching experience, including five years with Los Angeles Valley College. She is certified
by the National Cheerleading Association and the United Spirit Association and holds a bachelor’s degree
in communication from Morgan State University and a master’s degree in physical education from Azusa
Pacific University.
“In Levis, we think we got someone who can really motivate, who has a lot of experience and who is
just eager to raise our cheer squad to a great level,” said Scott Gernander, Head Coach of the SJC men’s
basketball team.
Francis said the team is ready make their debut year at upcoming games at the Central campus.
“I am extremely excited to be here and in awe of my new team every day,” said Francis. “They are a
talented group of individuals. We are committed to working at our highest potential, supporting our teams
and being of excellent service to our institution.”
14
San Jacinto College Central Campus
8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX 77505
281.998.6150
Surrounded by the monuments of history, the industries and maritime enterprises
of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has been serving
the citizens of East Harris County, Texas, for nearly 50 years. The service area
includes the Channelview, Deer Park, Galena Park, La Porte, Pasadena, and Sheldon
Independent School Districts, as well as portions of the Humble, Pearland, and Clear
Creek school districts.
The College roots date back to May of 1960 when voters in the district approved the
creation of East Harris County Union Junior College and a seven-member Board of
Regents was established. The name was changed a few times over its history to its
current San Jacinto Community College District, although it has always been informally
referred to as San Jacinto College. In September of 1961, 876 students attended
the College at its location in Pasadena. Since then, the College has grown to include
three campuses, seven extension centers, a continuing and professional development
division, distance learning, a dual credit program with local high schools, an early
college high school in cooperation with Clear Creek ISD, and an enrollment of over
27,000 credit students each semester.
San Jacinto College is committed to the citizens of East Harris
County. At the core of our values is student success… the
reason for our being. Our comprehensive community college
mission is to empower students who come with a wide variety of
goals to find the assistance they need at their college,
San Jacinto College. Our commitment to the community is to
assist in developing a skilled and trained workforce through the
Continuing & Professional Development (CPD) division, which
offers programs and courses for individuals to retain or advance
in their jobs, or make career transitions.
We have made a strong commitment to academic excellence.
Our students choose from more than 140 degree and certificate
programs in a variety of fields including academic transfer programs
to four-year institutions and a wide assortment of technical and
work force training programs. Our award-winning faculty members
are passionate about teaching.
The College has placed an emphasis on upgrading facilities and
technology to support student learning for the last 10 years. From the
1999 bond election, the College’s three campuses have a state-of-the-art Interactive
Learning Center and Fine Arts Centers. In May 2008, the College passed a $295 million
bond referendum to further enhance student success. Through these funds, we will
continue to upgrade facilities especially in the areas of science and allied health. We are
committed to upgrading our libraries and will create student one-stop shop resources so
students have one place to go to get the services they need.
Students who attend San Jacinto College are offered a wide array of services, ranging
from tutoring and advising at the Student Success Centers, to financial aid assistance
from knowledgeable and well-trained financial aid advisors. Students are also provided
career assessment testing and assistance with resumes and interviews for employment.
San Jacinto College offers assistance with enrollment, and the special populations office
provides assistance for students with certain disabilities and / or impairments.
Anders Gymnasium
San Jacinto College
Your Goals. Your College.
Students and staff come to San Jacinto College with various goals and aspirations, and we
remain committed to their success.
15
San Jacinto College
Basketball Schedule
2010-2011
Day
Date
Saturday
Oct. 9
Friday
Oct. 15
Thursday
Oct. 21
Wednesday
Oct. 27
Monday
Nov. 1
Wednesday
Nov. 3
Friday
Nov. 5
Saturday
Nov. 6
Tuesday
Nov. 9
Saturday
Nov. 13
Tuesday
Nov. 16
Thursday
Nov. 18
Saturday
Nov. 20
Tuesday
Nov. 23
Saturday
Nov. 27
Wednesday
Dec. 1
Saturday
Dec. 4
Wednesday
Dec. 8
Wednesday
Jan. 5
Friday
Jan. 7
Wednesday
Jan. 12
Saturday
Jan. 15
Wednesday
Jan. 19
Saturday
Jan. 22
Wednesday
Jan. 26
Saturday
Jan. 29
Wednesday
Feb. 2
Saturday
Feb. 5
Wednesday
Feb. 9
Saturday
Feb. 12
Wednesday
Feb. 16
Saturday
Feb. 19
Wednesday
Feb. 23
Saturday
Feb. 26
Thursday-Monday March 3-7
Tuesday-Saturday March 15-19
Opponent
Time
Seward County Community College^
9:30 a.m.
Coffeyville Community College^
12:30 p.m.
Seminole State College^
2:30 p.m.
Hill College^
4:30 p.m.
Southwestern Christian^
6:30 p.m.
University of St. Thomas^
4:30 p.m.
McLennan Community College^
5 p.m.
Lone Star – Cy Fair
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
SAM CASSELL CLASSIC
Victoria College vs. Blinn
6 p.m.
San Jac vs. Lone Star – Tomball
8 p.m.
Lone Star – Tomball vs. Blinn
2 p.m.
San Jac vs. Victoria College
4 p.m.
Temple College
7:30 p.m.
Collin County Community College
2 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Stephen F. Austin State University J.V.7:30 p.m.
Coastal Bend Community College
4 p.m.
Blinn College*
7:30 p.m.
Coastal Bend Community College
2 p.m.
Lamar State College – Port Arthur*
7:30 p.m.
Lee College*
7 p.m.
Angelina College*
7:30 p.m.
Lon Morris*
7:30 p.m.
Lone Star – Tomball
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Bossier Parish Community College* 4 p.m.
Trinity Valley Community College*
7:30 p.m.
Kilgore College*
4 p.m.
Tyler Junior College*
7:30 p.m.
Paris Junior College*
4 p.m.
Panola College*
7:30 p.m.
Angelina College*
4 p.m.
Blinn College*
7:30 p.m.
Lamar State College – Port Arthur*
4 p.m.
Lee College*
7:30 p.m.
Lon Morris*
4 p.m.
Navarro College*
7:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Region XIV Tournament
TBA
NJCAA National Tournament
TBA
Site
Dallas
Dallas
Dallas
Corsicana
Corsicana
Pasadena
College Station
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Temple
Plano
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Brenham
Beeville
Pasadena
Baytown
Pasadena
Pasadena
Pasadena
Jacksonville
Pasadena
Athens
Pasadena
Tyler
Pasadena
Carthage
Lufkin
Pasadena
Port Arthur
Pasadena
Jacksonville
Pasadena
Pasadena
Tyler
Hutchinson, Kansas
^ denotes scrimmage
* denotes Region XIV Conference game
All games listed in bold are home games played at Anders Gymnasium located on the San Jacinto College Central campus at 8060 Spencer Highway in Pasadena.
Listen live to all San Jac men’s basketball home games at www.legacysports.com.
281.998.6150
EOI

Media Guide - sanjacsports.com

Transcription

Similar documents

The Parks and Recreation Foundation of San

Production and Market Flow Map: El Salvador Second Season Red

Find Out Now - Palmeras Residences

Capuchinbird

join in the national celebration of collector car appreciation day on

Textile Architecture San Michele Arcangelo

10 Marina Terra - Seaside Realty

legarza winter camps - Laurel Elementary School

James Dews - LaRosa`s MVP of the Week

Friday, Dec. 19th • 8 pm Free tickets to the game •T