2009 usf volleyball media guide

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2008 WCC Honorable Mention

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DATE DAY OPPONENT TIME

AUGUSTOregOn TOurnamenT eugene, Or 28 Fri. Oregon 7:00 Pm29 Sat. missouri State 12:00 Pm29 Sat. eastern Washington 4:30 Pm

SEPTEMBERuSF aSicS challenge San FranciScO, ca4 FRI. SAN DIEGO STATE (SDSU) NOON4 FRI. SDSU vS. RIcE 5:00 PM4 FRI cAL STATE NORTHRIDGE 7:00 PM5 SAT. RIcE vS. cSU NORTHRIDGE 11:00 AM5 SAT. cSU NORTHRIDGE vS. SDSU 4:00 PM5 SAT RIcE 7:00 PM

6 SUN. TEXAS A&M 5:00 PM

hOrneT inviTaTiOnal SacramenTO, ca 11 Fri. Sacramento State 7:30 Pm12 Sat. alabama 10:00 am12 Sat. Fresno State 5:00 Pm

18 Fri. Stanford 7:00 Pm19 Sat. california 7:00 Pm

26 SAT cAL STATE BAKERSFIELD 3:00 PM

OCTOBER2 FRI. SANTA cLARA (Dig PinK Breast cancer awarness)* 7:00 PM8 Thu. San Diego* 7:00 Pm10 Sat. Saint mary’s* 7:00 Pm15 THU. GONZAGA* 7:00 PM17 SAT. PORTLAND* 1:00 PM22 Thu. Pepperdine* 7:00 Pm24 Sat. loyola marymount* 1:00 Pm30 Fri. Santa clara* 5:00 Pm

NOVEMBER5 THU. SAINT MARY’S* 7:00 PM7 SAT. SAN DIEGO* 1:00 PM12 Thurs. Portland* 7:00 Pm14 Sat. gonzaga* nOOn19 THU. LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* 7:00 PM21 SAT. PEPPERDINE* 1:00 PM29 Sun. ncaa Selection Show TBa

DECEMBER3 Thu. ncaa 1st and 2nd rounds TBa11 Thu. ncaa regionals TBa17 Thu. ncaa Final Four ** TBa * West coast conference Match | ** Tampa, FL (St. Pete’s Times Forum)HOME MATcHES IN BOLD cAPS | All times Pacific Standard Time

HEAD cOAcH: gilad Doron, 3rd Year (Temple, ’00)ASSOcIATE cOAcH: Scott Wong, 1st Year (Pepperdine ’01)ASSISTANT cOAcH: Samantha hastings, 3rd Year (villanova ’05)

vOLLEYBALL PHONE: (415) 422-2908/2819E-MAIL ADDRESSES: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

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2009 USF Volleyball • 1 DON OF A NEW ERA

Volleyball ranked as high as No. 22 in the national polls in 2008.

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USF Volleyball’s home winning percentage during the 2008 season

THE TRADITION BUILDS

Like many other teams on the Hilltop, the Volleyball program at USF has been steadily gaining national attention in recent years.

The 2008 season was no exception, as the team gained an NCAA Region-al berth for the second time in school history, and recorded program-bests in numerous statistical records.

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Weeks with votes in the Top-25 Poll

Tournament Titles

All-WCC First team honorees

USF Victories

West Coast Conference victories in 2008

NEW USF RECORD

USF VOLLEYBALL SINCE 2003

Last years seniors led the way to a 15-1 record at home in War Memorial Gym

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The 2009 USF Volleyball Media Guide was written, designed and edited by Assistant Media Relations Director Rachel Engrissei, using Adobe CS4 on Dell PC and Mac hardware. Special thanks to Ryan McCrary, Jordan Wilcox, Greg Sempadian and the volleyball coaching staff, in addi-tion to all former sports information assistants.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroducing USF Volleyball..................................................................................................................... 1Dons Volleyball ........................................................................................................................................ 22009 Quick Facts.................................................................................................................................... 3War Memorial Gym, Home of the Dons.......................................................................................... 4-5Media Information .................................................................................................................................. 62008 USF Volleyball Review/Highlights/Honors ..................................................................... 7-102008 USF Volleyball NCAA Tournament ........................................................................................... 122009 USF Volleyball Season Preview ......................................................................................... 13-162009 USF Volleyball Coaching Staff ........................................................................................... 17-21Green and Gold Club ........................................................................................................................... 222009 USF Volleyball Rosters ...................................................................................................... 24-25Meet The Dons ............................................................................................................................... 26-332008 USF Volleyball Final Stats ....................................................................................................... 34USF Volleyball Career Records ........................................................................................................ 36USF Volleyball Single Season Records .......................................................................................... 37USF Volleyball Match Records .......................................................................................................... 38USF Volleyball Yearly Leaders .......................................................................................................... 39USF Volleyball Coaching Records .................................................................................................... 40USF Volleyball Legend ........................................................................................................................... 41USF Volleyball All-Time Roster ......................................................................................................... 42USF Volleyball Honors......................................................................................................................... 43USF Volleyball 2000-08 Results ...................................................................................................... 44USF Administration/Athletics Staff .......................................................................................... 46-48USF Athletics Traditions.............................................................................................................. 49-50San Francisco .................................................................................................................................. 51-53USF Athletic Facilities .................................................................................................................. 54-56University of San Francisco.............................................................................................................. 57Notable USF Alumni ............................................................................................................................. 582009 Opponents .................................................................................................................................. 60West Coast Conference ..................................................................................................................... 62USF Volleyball All-WCC Honors ......................................................................................................... 63

(1978-2002) .................USF Volleyball .......................(2003-08)229 (9.5) .............................Overall Wins................................. 115 (19.2)61 (1985-02) ..................................WCC Wins ...............................................382 ........................................Winning Seasons ......................................... 50 ...................................... 20-Plus Win Seasons ....................................... 33 .................................... Top-Four WCC Finishes ........................................30 .....................................NCAA Tournaments ........................2 (2003/2008)

7 ...................................... Tournament Titles ........................................ 150 ........................................Weeks in Top-25 .................................... 6 (22)

0 .......................................Weeks with Votes .......................................234 (1985-02) .........................All-WCC First Team .........................................719 ........................................All-WCC Honors .......................................... 125 (1985-93) ..........................All-WCC Freshman .............................. 2 (2005-)

2003-08 USF VOLLEYBALL BY THE NUMBERS...

PHOTOS BY: Ray Macias - Yary Photography, Mandy Bible, Jeff Golden, Tom Kimmell, Rodney Lee, Greg Sempadian, Cole Stipovich, and John Todd. COVER DESIGN BY: Eugene Vinluan-Pagal of the USF Publications Staff. PRINTING: Murphy Printing, San Francisco.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

USF VOLLEYBALL ON THE RISE

USF DONS VOLLEYBALL CLASS OF 2010 Lauren Quach, Anna Berger and Haley Carroll

• 75-25 (.750) - Record against non-conference opponents• 20-13 (.606) - Record in five-set matches• 9-1 (.900) - Record in five-set matches (2005-06)• 10-10 (.500) - Record vs. Conference Champions (2005-08)• 62-45 (.579) - Road/Neutral Site Record• 53-27 (.663) - Record at War Memorial Gym• 15-1 (.938) - Record at War Memorial Gym (2008)• 44 - Number of top-five statistical categories USF has recorded (out of 60 total spots in 12 overall categories)

• 31 - Number of individuals cracking top-10 career charts• 32 - Number of individuals cracking top-10 single- season charts• 8 - Number of single-season team records set• 7 - Number of individual single-season records set• 2 - Student-athletes earning CoSIDA District VIII Academic Honors• 1 - Student-athlete capturing WCC Defender of the Year Honors (Haley Carroll)• 1 - Student-athlete capturing All-Pacific Region selection - First in program history (Brittanie Budinger, 2003)

USF Athletics and Dons Volleyball lost a very dear member of its familywith the passing of longtime USF team physician Dr. Robert Wall, who provided care for USF student-athletes for more than four decades. The 2009 USF Volleyball Media

Guide is dedicated to his memory.

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GENERAL INFORMATIONSchool Name .................................. University of San FranciscoLocation ............................................................2130 Fulton Street, ...............................................San Francisco, CA 94117-1080Religious Affiliation .........................................Roman Catholic (Jesuit)Year Founded .............................................................................1855 Enrollment ...............................................................................8,000Conference ............................................. West Coast ConferenceNational Affiliation ............................................... NCAA Division INickname ....................................................................................DonsColors ................................Green (PMS 3435) & Gold (PMS 123)Arena .................................................................War Memorial GymArena Capacity ...................................................................... 5,300President ............................................ Fr. Stephen J. Privett, S.J.VP, University, Business & Finance ............................. Charlie CrossDirector of Athletics ......................................Debra Gore-Mann

ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATION (ALL 415)Michael Bell .......................................................................422-2925 Academic Support.......................................mjbell@usfca.eduRosie Cheng .......................................................................422-2309 Athletic Trainer [email protected] Congi .........................................................................422-2875 Athletic Development [email protected] Corbett .......................................................................422-4561 SWA/Director of Compliance .................. [email protected] Dumbleton ............................................................................. 422-6006 Assoc. Athletic Dir. - External Rel. [email protected]. William Edwards ...................................................................... 422-6619 Faculty Representative .......................... [email protected] Engrissei ............................................................... 422-6815 Asst. Media Relations Dir. (VB) [email protected] Gan .....................................................................422-2924 Director of Facilities/Operations .......... [email protected] Giarratano .......................................................... 422-5305 Dir. of Academic Support ......................... [email protected] Gore-Mann .............................................................422-2923 Director of Athletics [email protected] Janzen .......................................................................422-2873 Ticket Manager ................................. [email protected] McCrary .....................................................................422-6162 Assistant AD - Media Relations [email protected] Menard ........................................................................422-5332 Director of Marketing/Sponsorships ....... [email protected] Moore ........................................................................422-6891 Business Manager [email protected] Nielsen .......................................................................422-2055 Strength & Conditioning Coach .......... [email protected] Scholz ................................................................... 422-6893 Program Assistant ............................... [email protected] Shinault, ATC ............................................................ 422-5306 Head Athletic Trainer .................... [email protected] Tabila ...................................................................... 422-2725 Athletic Trainer ........................................evtabila@usfca.eduWilliam J. Weidner ........................................................... 422-2932 Deputy Athletic Director ........... [email protected] Wilcox ......................................................................422-6161 Asst. Media Relations Dir. [email protected]

OTHER KEY PHONE NUMBERSAthletics Department ........................................ (415) 422-6891Athletics Website .......................................... www.usfdons.comAthletics Fax ......................................................... (415) 422-2510Athletics Ticket Office ........................................(415) 422-2USFAthletics Media Relations Office/Fax ....................................... (415) 422-6162/6161 / (415) 422-2929West Coast Conference Office ....................................(650) 873-8622USF Main Switchboard ......................................(415) 422-6886USF Admissions Office ...................................... (415) 422-6563

USF MEDIA RELATIONS DIRECTORYRyan McCrary..................... Assistant A.D./Media Relations Director 11th Year ..................................................... (Gonzaga, 1996) 422-6162 ..............................................mccrary@usfca.eduRachel Engrissei .......Asstant Media Relations Director (VB) 2nd Year .................................. (Washington State, 2005) 422-6816 ........................................ [email protected] Wilcox ...........Asstant Media Relations Director (VB) 3rd Year ................................... (Washington State, 2005) 422-6161 .................................................. [email protected] Information Fax ...............................................422-2929Press Row Number .......................................................422-2919WCC Volleyball Contact ........................................... Anish Patel (650) 873-8622 ............................ [email protected]

USF Sports Information Mailing AddressUSF Athletics - Sports Information

2130 Fulton StreetHayes/Healy Receiving

San Francisco, CA 94117-1080

WEB ADDRESSESUniversity of San Francisco ........................................ www.usfca.eduUSF Athletics ..................................................www.USFDons.comWest Coast Conference ............................................ www.WCCSports.comNCAA .......................................................... www.NCAASports.comAVCA .........................................................................www.AVCA.orgRich Kern ......................................................... www.RichKern.comNCAA .......................................................... www.NCAASports.comAVCA .........................................................................www.AVCA.org

USF VOLLEYBALL DIRECTORYGilad Doron .................................................................. Head Coach Third Year ..................................................... (Temple, 2000) 422-2908 ................................................. [email protected] Wong ...............................................Associate Head Coach First Year ................................................(Pepperdine, 2001) 422-2769 ..............................................scwong3@usfca.eduSamantha Hastings ..........................................Assistant Coach Third Year .................................................. (Villanova, 2005) 422-2819 .............................................. [email protected] Fax ...................................................................422-3220 Edgar Tabila .................................................................... 422-2725 Volleyball Athletic Trainer ................................... [email protected]. Ken Akizuki .................................................Team Orthopedist Dr. William Montgomery .....................................Team Orthopedist

USF VOLLEYBALL QUICK FACTS Doron’s Coaching Record at USF ........................................................ 39-21 (.650) - Two YearsDoron’s Overall Coaching Record ....................................................... 85-65 (.567) - Five Years2008 Overall Record ............................................................ 22-8WCC Record ..................................................................... 11-3 (2nd)Highest National Rank ........................................................... 22ndNCAA Appearances ...................................................................... 2Last NCAA Appearance ........................................................ 2008Letter-winners Returning/Lost ..........................................7/6Starters Returning/Lost ..........................................2+libero/4Newcomers ...................................................................................... 7Volleyball SID ...................................................... Rachel Engrissei (415) 422-6168 ............................... [email protected]

Quick Facts


War Memorial Gym

WAR MEMORIAL GYM UNDERWENT A SUBSTANTIAL RENOVATION PROJECT IN THE SUMMER OF 2009

2009 RENOVATIONS

During the Summer, USF Athletics honors a remarkable past and prepares for the next generation with a major renovation in War Memorial Gym. Among a number of im-provements was the first floor replacement done since the arena opened in 1958-59. Along with the new hardwood flooring, the gym is sporting a fresh court design and a new coat of paint from floor to ceiling. The wooden bleachers on the ends of the court were replaced, and new lights installed.

New NCAA and conference championship banners and retired jerseys were also hung, celebrating the legacy and tradition of USF’s basketball and volleyball programs.

Artist’s Rendering of the newly designed court in War Memorial Gym with

During renovations, the Gym’s draw-down style baskets were removed to accomodate new portable basketball hoops. Six new hoops were brought in for the Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams.


Home Of The Dons

IF THE FLOOR COULD TALK

War Memorial Gym has served as a training facility for multiple USA Basket-ball National Teams, including two “Dream Team” squads prior to competi-tion in the Sydney and Athens Olympic Games. In addition to being used as a practice facility for many NBA teams visiting the Bay Area, War Memori-al Gym has hosted boxing events, concerts, political rallies and was the site of a visit by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama in 2003.

NOTABLE MOMENTS AT WAR MEMORIAL GYM

Elgin Baylor’s Seattle University took on USF December 4, 1958 in the first game ever played at War Memorial Gym. The Chieftans posted a 60-58 de-cision over the Dons in a barnburner.

Site of the first nationally televised college basketball game when Domi-nique Wilkins’ Georgia team came to the Hilltop November 28, 1981. The Dons posted a 92-84 victory against the Bulldogs live on CBS.

Three-time USF All-American Mary Hile became the all-time leading scor-er in USF basketball history (men and women) with a bucket against UC Santa Barbara January 29, 1981. Hile finished her career with 2,324 points.

All-American Quintin Dailey and 1987 West Coast Conference Player of the Year Teri Hunt share the Dons top scoring mark in War Memorial Gym with 42 points. Dailey accomplished the feat against Pepperdine February 27, 1982, while Hunt turned in the only 40-point game in USF women’s bas-ketball history with a 42-point outburst against San Diego January 31, 1987.

USF career kills leader Kristin Hasselberg recorded the most kills in a single-match by a Don at War Memorial Gym with 33 in a victory against North Carolina September 3, 2005. Hasselberg finished with 1,530 career kills.

USF women’s basketball hosted the first postseason tournament game in the facility when it welcomed USC for the opening round of the 2002 WNIT Postseason Tournament.

USF men’s basketball hosted the first postseason men’s basketball tourna-ment game in the facility in the 2004 NIT Tournament when it hosted Den-ver in opening round action.

Boosted by an All-American frontline - Winford Boynes, Bill Cartwright and James Hardy - the Dons shattered the single-season attendance record at War Memorial Gym in 1976-77 with 67,693 (5,207/13 games) fans going through the turnstiles. The Dons opened the season at 29-0.

A close-up view of the new hardwood and paint

work at center court.

Remembering the old court

“We took advantage of what we had in terms of our flooring. I noticed the difference most of all when playing in other gyms

... and it felt like you were landing on cement.”

“...I’ve played on many gym floors in my life, all around the world, and I would have to say USF rates top of my list...

...Just playing in this last spring’s USF tournament, I walked into the gym and the first thing I noticed

was how high I could get off the floor.”

-Brittanie Budinger on the old court floor. Retired Number 7, and Legend of the Hilltop (2000-03)


University of San FranciscoAthletics Media Relations

2130 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, CA 94117-1080

Ryan McCrary .........................Assistant AD/SIDRachel Engrissei (VB) ........................Assistant SIDJordan Wilcox .......................................Assistant SIDPhone: .............................415-422-6162/6161Cell (Engrissei): ..................206-618-5463Fax: ...........................................415-422-2929Press Row: .............................415-422-2919Hotline: .....................................415-422-6USFWebsite: .......................... www.usfdons.come-mail: [email protected]: ................................. [email protected]: .................... [email protected]

USF On The WebThe USF Athletics page on the web (www.usfdons.com) gives media and fans a way to access information about the school’s athletics teams at any time. Please email suggestions to Ryan McCrary ([email protected]). See below for detailed information.

CredentialsWorking press credentials for USF home events can be obtained by writing, calling, e-mailing or faxing the USF Athletics Media Relations Office. Please make your credential requests in advance. Credentials will be left at the War Memorial Gym Will Call window.

Press InformationWar Memorial Gym features plenty of space for working media, as well as ample room in the end zones and balcony for still and video photographers. Stories can be filed from press row or in the Athletics Media Relations Office. All credentialed media members will be supplied with rosters, statistics, box scores, media guides and any other relevant information.

DirectionsDetailed directions to USF and a campus map are provided online at www.usfdons.com. Simply click on the Travel link on the main page.

InterviewsInterviews with members of the USF volleyball team and coaching staff should be directed through Assistant SID Rachel Engrissei. On days of a match, players and coaches will be available to the media following a mandatory 10-minute cooling off period.

ParkingLimited parking is available on a first come-first serve basis for media mem-bers covering USF home events. Contact the USF Athletics Media Relations Office at least 48 hours before you are scheduled to visit USF and we will do everything we can to secure parking for you.

Alameda Newspaper Group Jon Becker (sports editor) 510-416-4847; 510-416-4874 (fax) www.newschoice.com (web)

Associated Press Greg Beacham (sports editor) Janie McCauley (college writer) 415-621-7432; 415-552-9430 (fax) Contra Costa Times Jerry Micco (sports editor) 925-943-8247; 925-930-6150 (fax) www.hotcoco.com (web)

San Francisco Chronicle Glenn Schwarz (sports editor) Brian Chu (college reporter) 415-777-7750; 415-543-3754 (fax) www.sfgate.com (web)

San Francisco Examiner Steve Drumwright (sports editor) Matt Elliser (college reporter) 415-359-2703 ; 415-359-2766 (fax) www.sfexaminer.com (web)

USF VOLLEYBALL MEDIA OUTLETSSan Jose Mercury News Mike Guersch (sports editor) 408-920-5354; 408-920-5244 (fax) www.sjmercury.com (web)

San Mateo Times Glenn Reeves (sports editor) 650-348-4345; 650-348-4446 (fax) www.newschoice.com (web)

USA Today 703-276-3400; 703-276-5505 (fax) www.collegescores.usatoday.com

AVCA Leah Brock (Communications, Manager) 859-226-4291; 859-226-4338 (fax) www.avca.org (web)

Rich Kern (Web) Rich Kern (Editor) www.RichKern.com

Volleyball Magazine Mike Miazga (Editor) 630-359-3535; 630-359-5047 (fax) www.volleyballmag.com (web)

USF Dons Volleyball 2009 TournamentsUniversity of Oregon TournamentAugust 28-29Eugene, Ore. (McArthur Court)Tournament Field - Eastern Washington, Missouri State, Oregon, San Francisco

USF Asics InvitationalSeptember 4-5San Francisco, Calif. (War Memorial Gym)Tournament Field - Cal State Northridge, Rice, San Diego State, San Francisco

Sacramento State Hornet TournamentSeptember 11-12Sacramento, Calif. (The Nest)Tournament Field - Alabama, Fresno State, Sacramento State, San Francisco

Battle of the BaySeptember 18-19Bay Area, Calif. (Haas Pavilion and Maples Pavilion)Tournament Field - California, Saint Mary’s, San Francisco, Stanford

USF Dons Volleyball - Tournament Notes• Since 2003, USF has competed in 26 tournaments and has captured 13 championships with eight runner-up showings.

• The Dons established a program record by winning four tournament titles in 2003 later matched by the 2006 squad.

• Since 2003, 14 Dons have captured tournament MVP honors and 62 have earned all-tournament selections.

• San Francisco owns a 19-1 record in its Asics/PowerAde Challenge with five tournament titles (2003, 2005-08) and one runner-up showing.

• USF posted victories against 10 eventual league champions in the past four seasons, four in true road matches.

Media Information

War Memorial Gym - Home of USF Volleyball


INDIVIDUAL MATCH LEADERSKills Matches HighSarah Mandala 19 (28)Carly Babin 10 (20)Alix Gombos 3 (15)Addie Webster 2 (19)Anna Berger 1 (20)

Assits Matches HighDarcy Carroll 28 (57)Alaina Sully 1 (22)

Digs Matches HighHaley Carroll 29 (31)Sarah Mandala 1 (18)Addie Webster 1 (16)

Blocks Matches HighCarly Babin 19 (15)Alix Gombos 13 (10)Sarah Mandala 6 (5)Erin Bragg 2 (3)Anna Berger 1 (3)

TEAM SINGLE MATCH HIGHSKills: 74, @ Saint Mary’s (10/16)Attack Percentage: .400 (43/9/85), Texas-Arlington (9/6)Attempts: 209, @ Saint Mary’s (10/16)Assists: 73, @ Saint Mary’s (10/16)Aces: 12, Seattle (9/27)Digs: 82, @ Saint Mary’s (10/16)Blocks: 37.0, Penn (9/26)

Miscellaneous StatsMATCH RECORD

Three-Set Matches: 9-4Four-Set Matches: 9-1Five-Set Matches: 4-3

RECORD BY UNIFORMSGreen: 9-4 White: 13-4

RECORD BY DAYS OF WEEKMonday: 0-0Tuesday: 1-0Wednesday: 0-0Thursday: 4-2Friday: 5-1Saturday: 12-4Sunday: 0-0

RECORD BY GAMESGame One: 19-10Game Two: 17-13Game Three: 20-10Game Four: 13-4Game Five: 4-3

USF vs. ConferencesConference RecordACC ................................. 0-2Big East .......................... 1-0Big Sky ............................ 1-0Big Ten ............................ 0-1Big West ......................... 2-1Independent .................. 1-0Ivy .................................... 1-0Missouri Valley ............. 1-0

Conference RecordNortheast ....................... 1-0Southland ....................... 1-0Pacific-10 ....................... 0-1Western Athletic ......... 2-0West Coast ................... 11-3

2008 USF VOLLEYBALL LEADERS

DOUBLE-DOUBLE MATCHESAddie Webster (5)8/29 Missouri State 13K/16D8/29 No. 24 Long Beach State 10K/11D9/19 Cal State Fullerton 16K/16D10/16 Saint Mary’s 19K/19D10/30 Gonzaga 10K/16DDarcy Carroll (3)10/2 Portland 24A/11D11/8 No. 14 San Diego 15A/10D11/25 San Jose State 43A/12DSarah Mandala (2)8/29 No. 24 Long Beach State 22K/18D9/19 Cal State Fullerton 22K/14DAnna Berger (1)10/16 Saint Mary’s 18K/10DAlaina Sully (1)10/16 Saint Mary’s 30A/11D

20 KILL MATCHESSarah Mandala (5)8/29 No. 24 Long Beach State 22 Kills9/13 Miami 21 Kills9/19 Cal State Fullerton 22 Kills11/15 Saint Mary’s 28 Kills12/5 Duke 20 KillsCarly Babin (1)10/30 Gonzaga 20 KillsAnna Berger (1)11/22 Loyola Marymount 20 Kills

30 DIG MATCHESHaley Carroll (1)9/13 Miami 31 Digs

50 ASSIST MATCHES Darcy Carroll (2)9/19 Cal State Fullerton 57 Assists11/15 Saint Mary’s 53 Assists

10 BLOCK MATCHES Carly Babin (1)9/26 Penn 15 Blocks*Sarah Mandala (1)9/29 Penn 10 Blocks

* - single match USF record

Addie Webster - Five double-double matches in 2008

TEAM TOP-FOUR (Overall Matches)Hitting Percentage: ..................................................... 3rd (.262)Opponent Hitting Percentage: ..................................... 4th (.208)Assists:............................................................................ 3rd (12.99)Kills: ................................................................................... 3rd (14.17) Blocks: .............................................................................. 2nd (2.29)Service Aces: ................................................................... 2nd (1.46)Digs: .................................................................................... 4th (14.11)

TEAM TOP-FOUR (WCC Matches)Hitting Percentage: ..................................................... 2nd (.268)Opponent Hitting Percentage: ................................... 4th (.225)Assists:.............................................................................. 2nd (13.17)Kills: .................................................................................... 2nd (14.21)Blocks: ................................................................................. 1st (2.46)Aces: .................................................................................... 2nd (1.36)Digs: ................................................................................... 4th (13.49)

INDIVIDUAL TOP-10 (Overall Matches)CARLY BABIN Hitting Percentage .......................................... 2nd (.377)DARCY CARROLL Assists ................................................................. 8th (8.49) Service Aces ....................................................... 4th (0.28)HALEY CARROLL Service Aces ....................................................... 2nd (0.34) Digs ........................................................................ 2nd (4.54)ALIX GOMBOS Hitting Percentage ............................................ 1st (.427)*SARAH MANDALA Kills ......................................................................... 4th (3.62)ADDIE WEBSTER Digs ....................................................................... 10th (2.75) * WCC Single season record

2008 Review2008 USF TOP PERFORMANCES USF AMONG WCC LEADERS

Alix Gombos led the WCC and ranked in the top-5 in NCAA Division I with a .427 hitting percentage in 2008.


GOMBOS RANKS NATIONALLY, BREAKS USF RECORD: Alix Gombos finished the 2008 season ranked fifth in NCAA Division I with a school and West Coast Confer-ence record .427 hitting percentage for the season. Gombos capped her career with a .357 career average.

BABIN SHATTERS SCHOOL SINGLE-MATCH BLOCK RECORD: Carly Babin shattered the San Francisco single match record for blocks, Sept. 26 against Penn., thanks to 15 blocks - two solo. Babin finished her ca-reer ranked third all-time in career blocks with 397 and seventh in solo blocks with 67.

MANDALA CONTINUES TO ROLL THROUGH RECORD BOOKS: As a sophomore, Sarah Mandala continued to make paths through the USF record books. Heading into her junior year, Mandala ranks fourth on the career kills per set list, averaging 3.6 kps. In 2008, Mandala led the Dons with 413 kills, with 23 matches with dou-ble-digit kills and five contests with 20 or more kills.

USF GRABS FIRST NCAA BID SINCE 2003: The USF Volleyball team last season made its first NCAA Tour-nament bid since 2003. During the 2003 season, the Dons posted a program-best 23-8 record to earn an at-large bid. San Francisco opened post-season play against Pacific, falling 3-0.

DONS SWEEP OPENING HALF OF LEAGUE PLAY: USF swept the opening half of the West Coast Conference season in 2008, marking a program-best start of 7-0.

VOLLEYBALL

2008 USF VOLLEYBALL SEASON HIGHLIGHTSDONS DOMINATE BAY AREA RIVALS: For the first time in program history, USF swept all four matches against Saint Mary’s and Santa Clara.

USF RANKS NATIONALLY FOR FOUR WEEKS: The Dons were ranked in the AVCA top-25 poll for four weeks during the season, including a school-best ranking of No. 22.

2008 Highlights

KILLS: Sarah Mandala - 413 (3.62) Carly Babin - 318 (2.84)ATTEMPTS: Sarah Mandala - 864 Addie Webster - 852ATTACK PERCENTAGE: Alix Gombos - .427 (271/48/522) Carly Babin - .377 (318/72/653)ASSISTS: Darcy Carroll - 954 (8.52) Alaina Sully - 376 (4.09)SERVICE ACES: Haley Carroll - 39 (0.34) Darcy Carroll - 31 (0.28)DIGS: Haley Carroll - 520 (4.56) Addie Webster - 310 (2.77)TOTAL BLOCKS: Carly Babin - 115 (1.03) Alix Gombos - 105 (0.95)SOLO BLOCKS: Carly Babin - 24 Alix Gombos - 17

2008 USF Volleyball Team Leaders

DONS SET TO SHATTER PROGRAM RECORDS: Last season, the Dons shattered some program-best marks. As a team, San Francisco posted a .262 hitting percentage, over 20 points higher than USF’s previous season record of .240 set in 2003. Individually, senior middle blocker Alix Gombos smashed the single-season hitting percentage mark. KeLicia Shorts set the former record of .357 during the 2005 season, while Gombos’ record now stands at .427. Gombos’ mark also set a WCC record for single season all-matches average. The previous record was .422, set by Loyola Marymount’s Mardell Wrensch in 1995.

FIVE DONS GARNER ALL-WCC ACCOLADES: Senior middle blockers Carly Babin and Alix Gombos, as well as sophomore opposite Sarah Mandala were named to the All-West Coast Conference First Team, as voted on by the league’s head coaches in 2008. In addition, se-nior setter Darcy Carroll and junior libero Haley Carroll were awarded All-WCC honorable mention accolades. The three first-team selections marked the most first team honors in program history, as well as the fourth time in school history the Dons have had more than one named to the first or second team.

DOMINATING THE RIGHT COAST: With victories against Villanova (9/13) and Penn (9/26), the Dons improved to a remarkable 31-5 against East Coast schools since 2000.


2008 Highlights

DONS SET PROGRAM WCC WIN RECORD: Thanks to a victory over Loyola Marymount on Nov. 22, USF set a program-record for conference victories. Against Santa Clara on Nov. 13, the Dons broke the previous re-cord of nine league wins. San Francisco finished 2008 WCC play with an 11-3 record in league play, with a pro-gram-best second place finish. The school record for WCC victories was nine, set in 1987 when USF finished with a 9-5 WCC mark and tied for a previous program-high third in the conference.

FANS TURN OUT IN LARGE NUMBERS: November 13, 1,010 fans came to War Memorial Gym, marking the highest turnout at a home match for the Dons since 2005. On November 12, 2005, 1,355 USF fans saw the Dons defeat Gonzaga 3-1 on the Hilltop. In 2008, San Francisco home matches have drew a total of 6,121 fans to 16 home matches.

USF CONTINUES TO ROLL AT HOME: With a victory over San Jose State to close out the regular season, USF continued to be a threat when playing in the friend-ly confines of War Memorial Gym. In 2008, the Dons amassed a school-best 15-1 record on the Hilltop. The lone loss at home this season was a 3-2 battle to Miami on Saturday, Sept. 13 as part of the 2008 Asics/Coca-Cola Invitational. In the past four years, San Francisco has posted a 42-16 record when playing at home, in-cluding going 7-3 during the 2006 campaign.

SAN FRANCISCO RECORDS THIRD BEST WIN TOTAL IN SCHOOL HISTORY: Thanks to the victory over Port-land on Nov. 1, USF surpassed its win total from the 2007 season. The Dons finished 2008 with a 22-8 over-all record. In 2007, they finished with a 17-13 overall, 6-8 WCC mark. The 22 victories mark the third best in school history, falling a win short of the school record of 23 wins. USF won 18 matches in the 2005 campaign

and 23 in the 2006 and 2003 seasons. The 2003 cam-paign marked the first time in San Francisco history that the Dons were selected to partake in the NCAA Tournament.

DONS CONTINUE TO PLAY WELL AGAINST RANKED FOES: Last season, the Dons matched-up against ranked foes, or those receiving votes in the national polls, during 10 contests, boasting a 6-4 record. The six victories shatters a program record, as prior to the 2008 season San Francisco had never defeated more than two ranked teams in a single campaign. In the midst of last season, USF knocked off three ranked teams in as many weeks thanks to victories over San Diego, Pepperdine and Santa Clara.

DONS’ STREAK SNAPPED: USF saw a 10-match win streak snapped on Oct. 30 at Gonzaga. After dropping a 3-0 decision to nationally ranked California on Septem-ber 20, the Dons strung together victories over Central Connecticut State, Penn, Seattle, Portland, Gonzaga, San Diego, Saint Mary’s, Santa Clara, Loyola Marymount and Pepperdine. Of the 10 victories, three came against nationally ranked foes and one against a team that was receiving votes in the national polls. The longest win streak in San Francisco history was a 15-0 stretch to open the 2003 season en route to qualifying for the first NCAA Tournament berth in program history.

DONS KNOCK OFF THREE RANKED TEAM IN AS MANY WEEKS: The victory over No. 15 Pepperdine on October 23 marked the third time in as many weeks that USF defeated a ranked opponent. The three wins over ranked foes marks a program first. Prior to last season USF had never defeated more than two ranked teams in a single campaign.

SAN FRANCISCO VS. 2008 NCAA TOURNAMENT FIELD: Last season, the Dons posted a 7-6 record against teams that participated in the NCAA field of 64. The Dons opened the season dropping a 3-1 decision to then-No. 24 Long Beach State, before rebounding with a fi ve-set victory over Missouri State. USF faced then-No. 9 California on Sept. 20, falling 3-0 to the Bears. Mi-ami handed the Dons their lone home loss of the season on Sept. 13, as USF fell in five sets. San Francisco faced San Diego twice in West Coast Conference play, winning the first contest 3-1 (Oct. 11) before falling 3-0 in San Diego on Nov. 8. On Oct. 16 and 18, the Dons earned victories over Saint Mary’s (3-2) and Santa Clara (3-1) on the road, before defeating both ths Gales (3-1, Nov. 15) and Broncos (3-0, Nov. 23) again later in the season at home. Against Pepperdine, San Francisco spilt the series with a 3-1 victory on the Hilltop (10/15) and a 3-0 loss in Malibu (11/20). During the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, USF battled hard, but fell in five sets, 3-2, to ACC Co-Champion Duke.

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2008 Honors

WEST COAST CONFERENCEAll-WCC First TeamCarly Babin, Sr., MBAlix Gombos, Sr., MBSarah Mandala, So., OHAll-WCC Homorable MentionDarcy Carroll, Sr., SHaley Carroll, Jr., LIBWCC Player of the WeekCarly Babin (10/13)Sarah Mandala (10/27), (11/18)

USF ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAMTeam ChampionshipsUSF Asics/PowerAde ChallengeLong Beach State TournamentSarah MandalaUSF Asics/PowerAde ChallengeCarly Babin (MVP)Alix GombosSarah MandalaUSF Asics/Coca-Cola InvitationalHaley CarrollSarah MandalaCal State Fullerton TournamentDarcy Carroll Sarah Mandala

USF DEPARTMENT HONORSUSF Student-Athlete of the MonthHaley Carroll (October)Carly Babin (November)Anne Dolan AwardDarcy Carroll

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San Francisco posted one of the most prolific seasons in program history in 2008, finishing with a 22-8 overall record, a second place finish in West Coast Conference and the Dons’ second-ever bid to the NCAA Tournament. USF earned national rankings for four weeks thanks to strong play in conference action, defeating three nationally ranked teams in as many weeks, and roll-ing through the opening half of league action undefeated. With seven returning letter winners and a talented group of newcomers, San Francisco looks to continue the momentum from last season into the program’s 33rd season of volleyball. In 2009, the Dons will continue the push towards the top of the standings, focused on their fifth consecutive winning season.

A New Look for the 2009 Dons USF welcomes back seven letter winners from last season, but will have to fill some big voids after the gradu-ation of four heavily decorated starters. With the depar-ture of Carly Babin, Alix Gombos and Darcy Carroll, three All-WCC honorees in 2008, as well as Addie Webster, the Dons will turn towards seven newcomers to lead the team to the postseason. Entering his third year on the Hilltop, head coach Gilad Doron is anxious and excited about the blend of ex-perience with exciting newcomers. “Anytime you replace 4 starters who played for 3 or 4 years during their college years it will be tough to replace,” commented Doron. “However, our young players are motivated to continue on the path we started to build for our program in the past two seasons and with the help of key returning players we can grow to be a competitive program in the WCC if we stay healthy and continue to believe in the process.”

Seniors Set To Lead USF San Francisco carries a young squad into the 2009 campaign, returning just three starters into the upcoming season. The Dons will have to fill the void left by Babin, Gombos, Carroll and Webster, who accounted for over half of the kills from the 2008 offense and collectively posted a .308 hitting percentage. Leading the Dons into the new era will be seniors Haley Carroll and Anna Berger. Carroll continues to be one of the most dominant defensive players in the West Coast Conference and in USF history. She enters her senior campaign on pace to shatter San Francisco records, ranking second in career digs. Berger will be looking to rebound from a nagging foot injury and finish her career on the Hilltop with a flourish. Berger, who will see time at outside hitter, looks to shine in her senior season in the Green and Gold. “Anna and Haley both played major rolls in last years success and it is essential that they share and teach the younger players what it means, what it takes to practice and play with the mind set we setfor this team,” Doron said. “Haley has been the most dominate defensive player in the WCC over the past three seasons and she needs to have her best season this year

to help take some pressure from the younger players. Anna, will need to assume a bigger roll and responsibility on the net as well as in the back row, in order for us to be successful.”

Returners Ready To Emerge For USF Junior Sarah Mandala led the Dons in three offen-sive categories and is set to return as a continuing threat for San Francisco this fall. The two-time All-WCC honoree, including a first team selection in 2008, paced the team last season with 413 kills, averaging 3.62 a set and points with 474.0. Heading into her junior campaign, the native of San Dimas, is plowing through the record books, ranking 14th with 763 all-time kills and listed fourth with a career average of 3.52. Junior setter Alaina Sully will take over duties from four-year starter Darcy Carroll, who the Dons lost to graduation. Sully has gained valuable experience in the first half of her career, appearing in 102 matches. In 2008, the Irvine native recorded six matches with 20-plus assists. Also returning to the court this year for the Green and Gold are sophomores Leinani Keanini and Erin Bragg. Keanini, a libero/outside hitter returns this season after suffering a season-ending injury midway through the conference season last fall. Prior to being sidelined, the Hawai’i native appeared in 19 matches during her rookie campaign. Bragg appeared in all 30 matches last sea-son as a middle blocker, earning a season high six block against then-No. 24 Long Beach. Both Keanini and Bragg are expected to bolster the group of returning veterans for the 2009 season. “This fall we expect Sarah to take on a much larger role on the court,” adds Doron.”We have the confidence that she will become a top athlete in our conference as she continues to grow as a player. Alaina is expected to take a larger role in running our offense. In her third season, she knows what it takes and I hope she continue to grow her game and leadership skills to help build this years team personality. Erin, returns this fall after a good spring season. If she continues to learn and play with confidence she can become a dominate middle in the WCC this year. Lei, is a good volleyball player but she needs to be totally healthy to be effective on the court. This re-turning core is expected to take a major role in this year new team and how we continue to grow as a unit over the course of the season.”

Newcomers Bring Different Look To Dons’ Squad The Dons will welcome eight newcomers to the Hilltop this season. The 2009 incoming class includes six freshmen, a redshirt freshman and a senior, Lauren Quach. Quach will join USF this season, while Erin Kilroy will make her first appearance in a San Francisco uniform after red-shirting last season. Joining Quach and Kilroy to the long list of talented newcomers are freshmen Elyse Cohen (Lafayette), Lauren Bergold (Mission Viejo), Jordan Irish (Edmonds, Wash.), Alycia Cox (San Antonion, Texas), Hadley Simmons (Santa Barbara) and Leanna Ludes (Van-

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couver, Wash.). Kilroy, who reigns from Portland, Ore., is a two-time all-state performer and the 2007 Oregon 6A State Player of the Year. After redshirting last season, the opposite is poised to make an impact this season with the Dons. San Francisco native, Quach, joins San Francisco after a hiatus from the court. The libero earned all-league honorable mention accolades during her prep career at Saint Ignatius in The City. Bergold will bolster the opposite position for San Francisco. Bergold joins Doron’s squad from Capistrano High in Mission Viejo. The 2007 South Coast League Most Valuable Player, Bergold was highly recruited after lead-ing her squad to the CIF Quarterfinals in 2007 and 2008. Cohen, a libero from Lafayette, comes to USF after a strong career at Acalanes High. As a Don at Acalanes, she was a two-time North Coast Section Scholar Athlete, while earning third team All-East Bay honors as a senior. Cox travels to the Hilltop from San Antonio, Texas, where he was a two-time 5A All-State selection. The out-side hitter led Churchill High to the Texas Regional Finals or Quarterfinals in all four years as a varsity starter. Irish joins USF from Kings HS in Edmonds, Wash., where the 6-2 middle blocker was an 1A All-State First Team honoree as a senior. After finishing third in 2007 and 2006, Irish led her squad to the 2008 1A State Cham-pionship Title. Also from Washington, Ludes comes to San Francis-co from Skyview in Vancouver. A two-time all-state setter, Ludes recently traveled to the 2009 Global Challenge in Europe as a member of the Northern California Volleyball Academy. Simmons rounds out newcomers to the Dons after a strong career at Santa Barbara. The 6-2 middle blocker was a member of the squad that won the Channel League Championship Title, advancing to the CIF State Playoffs and a state ranking of seventh. “Eight new players is a lot for any program to add at once,” said Doron. “We have been working them very hard this pre season and hope they can take the information and run with it. I know it will not be an easy task but we have great confidence in this group coming in.We are very excited to see their individual growth and how they can impact our team during this season and in the next four years.”

Setter Sully returns to the Hilltop as the incumbent this season after playing her first two seasons as an under-study. Sully is expected to take over running the offense this season after gaining valuable experience in the first half of her career. Providing depth at the position will be Ludes, a two-time Columbian All-Region Volleyball Player of the Year. The talented recruit was also named the All-Greater St. Helens Volleyball Player of the Year on two occasions.

Libero/Defensive Specialist Once again, Carroll will serve as the Dons’ go-to libero. Carroll, a three-time All-West Coast Conference

libero and 2007 WCC Defensive Player of the Year, en-joyed another standout season as a junior, ranking in the top-five all-time in single season digs (520). The native of Gilroy also propelled herself into the USF career record books, ranking second in career digs (1,564) and topping the career digs per set list with a 4.77 average. Over the summer, Carroll added to her resume, gaining national at-tention by being named to the US National A2 team. Keanini, who also can add depth at the outside hitter position, will add support to Carroll. Cohen and Quach also join the Dons as defensive specialists and are expected to battle for time on the court .

Right Side/Opposite Mandala will once again lead the Dons at the op-posite position. The junior has turned in two of the most prolific careers in program history at the position. As a freshman, Mandala shattered the freshman kills record by 73, finishing with 350 kills. Last season, she continued her dominating ways, leading the Dons with 413 kills, ranking 11th on the single season all-time list. The two-time All-WCC performer heads into her junior campaign listed 14th on the all-time ranks with 763, averaging 3.52, placing her fourth all-time in USF history. Adding depth at the position will be redshirt fresh-man Kilroy. She joined San Francisco in 2008 after a stel-lar prep career at Jesuit in Portland, where she was a two-time Metro League Player of the Year. After sitting out last season, Kilroy is poised to fight for time on the right side.

Middle Blocker The Dons’ middle blocker position this season will have a completely different look from that 2008, after losing the best middle blocking tandem in program his-tory. Alix Gombos and Carly Babin graduated in the spring, leaving a hole for this year’s team to fill. Last season, Gombos and Babin combined for over a third of USF’s total kills, posting a combined .399 hitting average with a total of 220 blocks, accounting for just under 85 percent of th Dons’ 260 total blocks. Filling the void this season will be a young corps of middle blockers, headlined by sophomore Bragg. She saw time as a reserve at the position last season, gaining ex-perience that will provide beneficial in 2009. Also fighting for time as a middle blocker will be a talented group of established freshmen, Irish and Simmons.

Outside Hitter Fifth-year senior Berger returns for her final cam-paign on the Hilltop and will lead the Dons at the outside hitter position. A year ago, Berger played in 17 matches after being sidelined early in the season with an injury. As a returning veteran, Berger will be looking towards better health and a strong season to cap her career in the Green and Gold. Keanini can add depth at the position, but is return-ing to the court after missing the last part of the season due to an injury. Joining Berger and Keanini at the position is a tal-


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Dons To Play 13 Matches Against NCAA Tournament Teams USF will face a challenging schedule in 2009, play-ing nine teams in 13 matches that advanced to the NCAA Tournament in 2008. Included in the nine teams is a match against National Champion runner-up and Bay Area foe, Stanford. The match between the Cardinal and the Green and Gold will be the first since the 2004 season. San Francisco will open the 2009 campaign August 28 at the Oregon Classic in Eugene, Ore. During the three-day tournament USF will face host Oregon, Missouri State and Eastern Washington. Both Oregon and Missouri State advanced to the postseason last year. USF will then return to the Hilltop on Labor Day weekend to host the annual USF Asics Challenge at War Memorial Gym for the first home events held at the fa-cility since renovations and installation of a new floor. During the two-day tournament, the Dons will host San Diego State, Cal State Northridge and Rice. San Fran-cisco will face the Spartans Sept. 4 before taking on Cal State Northridge. The next day, the Green and Gold will face Rice, a 2008 NCAA Tournament team. Following the tournament, USF will continue its four-match homestand with a contest against Texas A&M, marking the return of former USF head coach and 1987 WCC Coach of the Year Laurie Corbelli. The Dons will make a short trip the next weekend, Sept. 11-12, to Sacramento to play in the Hornet Invita-tional. While at the event, USF will face host Sacramento State, Alabama and Fresno State. San Francisco will then return to the Bay Area for a pair of matches against Stanford and California as part of the Pacific-10/West Coast Conference Challenge. USF will conclude non-conference action Sept. 26, as it hosts Cal State Bakersfield on the Hilltop. “This is by far our most challenging schedule we have played since I started here in 2007,” Doron said. “If we look at each opponent one at a time I think we can gain valuable experiences come conference time. I do see us been challenged in many ways with our preseason sched-ule. It will be up to the returning players to learn on the go what it means to lead a team.”

West Coast Conference The WCC slate also poses to be a challenge for the Dons, as last season the league advanced five teams to the NCAA Tournament. Over the past six seasons, the league has emerged as one of the premier volleyball con-ferences in the country. In the past five seasons, the WCC has owned a national top-five ranking in the RPI on three occasions. Last season, the WCC had five schools with RPI’s under 50, trailing only the Pac-10 (7) and the Big Ten (7).

In 2008, San Francisco fell just a league victory short of the Championship, giving way to San Diego’s title and automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament. In addi-tion to USF and USD, Santa Clara, Saint Mary’s and Pep-perdine represented the Conference in the postseason. Competition this season should remain intense as San Diego and Santa Clara enter the season in the pre-season rankings, while Pepperdine is receiving votes. San Francisco will open the home slate of the WCC season on Oct. 2 as it hosts Santa Clara in the annual DiG PiNK Breast Cancer Awareness match. “I am looking forward to another great WCC year,” Doron commented. “I feel that each of the eight teams has improved and it will be very important that we come in with the same confidence that carried us last year. The late start of the WCC season should give us some time to get our team enough time to build the chemistry and trust we need to play in a very tough league.”

2009 West Coast Conference Preseason Poll and Preseason All-WCC Team

2009 WCC Preseason Poll1. San Diego - 49 points (7)2. Pepperdine - 383. Saint Mary’s - 37 (1)4. Santa Clara - 355. San Francisco - 246. Loyola Marymount - 217. Gonzaga - 107. Portland - 10(first place votes)

All- WCC Preseason TeamMegan Burton, SMCHaley Carroll, USFLindsy Davigeadono, SCUAmy DeGroot, USDKiah Fiers, PEPKim Hill, PEPKapua Kamana’o, SMCShannon Lowell, SMCSarah Mandala, USFAli Troost, USD


2009 COACHING STAFF


Gilad Doron enters his third season at the University of San Francisco looking to build on a solid debut in 2007 and continue the success of a record breaking 2008 season. Doron was introduced as the ninth head coach in program history on March 14, 2007. It is the second Division I head coaching assignment for Doron who spent three years (2004-06) as the head coach at Villanova, guiding the Wildcats to back-to-back winning seasons in the Big East. During his tenure on the Hilltop, Doron has posted a 39-21 (.650) overall record, including 17 WCC victories. His league win mark is the third highest total in the USF coaching ranks, just five wins shy of the record of 22 held by Laurie Corbelli (1986-89).

Dons Set Program Records, Advance to NCAA Tournament In 2008, Doron guided the Dons to one of the most prolific seasons in USF history. The season was highlighted by USF’s highest West Coast Conference finish in history and a second all-time bid to the NCAA Tournament. After starting the season with a strong 10-4 non-conference record, San Francsico rolled through the opening half of league play with an undefeated a program-best 7-0 record. The Dons continued to play strong, earning spots in the national top-25 for four weeks, including an all-time high rank of No. 22. USF finished WCC play with an 11-3 record, falling just one win short of the league title. Highlights of the conference season included five All-WCC honors, a

four-match sweep of Bay Area rivals Saint Mary’s and Santa Clara, setting a school record for WCC victories and three straight weeks in which the Dons’ defeated nationally ranked opponents, including Pepperdine and San Diego, both of which were ranked in the top-15. The season ended with San Francisco’s second all-time appearance in the NCAA Tournament. The Dons were selected to travel to Pauley Pavilion on the campus of UCLA to face off against perenial ACC powerhouse Duke. After a hard battle, USF fell 3-2 to the Blue Devils, finishing the season with a 22-3 record. The 22 wins marked the third best win total in program history.

Ready To Guide The Dons Doron helped USF to 17 victories in 2007, highlighted by home sweeps of defending West Coast Conference champion No. 12 San Diego and Santa Clara - the Dons first win against the Broncos since 1989. Under Doron’s guidance in 2007, three Dons earned all-conference honors, headlined by sophomore libero Haley Carroll who was named the WCC Defender of the Year. Junior middle Alix Gombos and freshman opposite Sarah Mandala earned WCC Honorable Mention accolades.

Renovating Villanova An experienced and well-respected coach, Doron compiled a 46-44 overall record on the Main Line and catapulted Villanova to its first 20-plus win season since 1997 with a 21-11 mark in 2005, capped by a berth in the Big East Tournament. The Wildcats posted a 12-win

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AS A DIVISION I HEAD COACH...85 - Career Division I Coaching Victories33 - Big East/WCC Academic All-Stars21 - Wins at Villanova in 2005 - most for the Wildcats since 199714 - Big East/WCC Weekly Honors10 - Wins to start 2005 season - matching best start in Villanova history10 - All-Big East/WCC HonorsSix - Tournament TitlesFour - WCC First Team SelectionFour - Weeks USF was ranked in the top-25 in 2008Three - Big East Rookie of the Week HonorsTwo - Preseason All-WCC AccoladesTwo - ESPN/CoSIDA District II Academic Team performersTwo - AVCA Team Academic AwardsOne - WCC Defender of the Year

AS A PLAYER...12 - Seasons on the Mate Asher Professional Volleyball Club (Israel)10 - Seasons on the Israeli National Team

improvement from 2004 to 2005, the second best turnaround in Big East history. Villanova got out of the gate quickly in 2005, matching the best start in program history with 10 consecutive wins to start the season. Along the way, the ‘Cats defeated Pittsburgh for the first time since 1998 and started Big East play at 2-0 for the first time since 2002 after registering a road sweep against the Panthers and West Virginia. Doron coached a pair of All-Big East Second Team performers during his tenure on the Main Line. Middle blocker Kacy Sellers (2005) and Adrian Semrau (2006) captured accolades for their ‘Cat exploits. Six student-athletes earned Big East weekly honors during Doron’s watch.

Academic Focus Doron demanded excellence in the classroom and his student-athletes responded. In just three seasons, 30 Villanova volleyball players were selected to the Big East Honor Roll. Semrau earned ESPN/CoSIDA District II Academic Team honors in 2006. Villanova earned two AVCA Academic Team Awards from 2004-06. In his first seasons at USF, setter Darcy Carroll was named to the WCC All-Academic Team.

Having A Hoot at Temple Prior to his stint at Villanova, Doron served as an assistant coach at Temple University from 1996-1999. In four seasons in Philadelphia, Doron helped the Owls post a 101-28 (.783) overall record and a remarkable 70-11 (.864) slate in Atlantic-10 action. In four seasons, Temple averaged 25.3 wins a season and 17.5 league wins and ran the table in A-10 play in 1997, posting a 22-0 mark. As an assistant under head coach Bob Bertucci, Doron helped guide the Owls to the most successful three-year run in program history, capped by back-to-back-to-back Atlantic 10 titles and three consecutive

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NCAA Tournament appearances. Doron worked with two-time Asics All-American Honorable Mention Alma Kovacci, six AVCA All-District selections and six Atlantic-10 First Team picks.

The Philadelphia Volleyball Academy In between his time at Temple and taking over the helm at Villanova, Doron founded the Philadelphia Volleyball Academy. The nationally ranked volleyball club fields five teams comprised of players aged 14-18. Doron supervised a coaching staff of eight and provided guidance on implementing strategies and team goals. Doron also spent three years as the head girls’ volleyball coach for Synergy Volleyball Club in Philadelphia. He worked with U-18 players on a nationally ranked club squad that qualified for the national championships in 2001 and 2002. In 2002, his U-18 team earned a No. 12 national ranking, and compiled an overall record of 100-27.

Israeli National Team Member Doron began his coaching career in Israel as the head men’s volleyball coach for the Mate Asher Professional Volleyball Club, where he mentored national team players from Israel, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Croatia. Doron led his teams to the 1994 Israeli championship and the finals of the 1995 Israel Cup. Mate Asher was also a qualifier in the European League in 1996. An accomplished player, Doron competed for the Israeli National team for 10 years and was part of the squad that placed fourth in the World University Games in Japan in 1995. He played 12 seasons with Mate Asher, helping lead the club to four Israeli League titles and two Israeli Cup championships.

The Personal File A 2000 graduate of Temple University with a degree in Business Administration, Doron and his wife Jennifer have a son, Kai Jonathon. The Doron family lives in San Francisco.

Born: April 14Hometown: Kibbutz Ein-Hamifratz, IsraelHired at USF: March 14, 2007Education: B.A. Business Adminstration, Temple, 2000

Division I Coaching Career: 1996-99- Assistant Coach, Temple University; 2005-07- Head Coach Villanova University; 2007-present- Head Coach, University of San Francisco

Division I Team Accomplishments: 1997- Atlantic-10 Championship, 1997 NCAA Tournament - First Round; 1998- Atlantic-10 Championship, 1998 NCAA Tourna-ment - First Round; 1999- Atlantic-10 Championship, 1999 NCAA Tournament - First Round, 2009 - WCC Second Place, 2009 NCAA Tournament - First Round

U.S. Club Coaching Career: 2000-02- Head Coach, Synergy Volleyball Club (U-18); 2003-06- Director, Philadelphia Volleyball Academey (U-14 - U-18); 2009 - Head Coach, NVCA High Performance Global Challenge

International Coaching: 1994-96- Head Coach, Mate Asher Professional Volleyball Club (Playing 1985-96)

International Coaching Titles: 1994 Israeli Champi-onship; 1996 European League Tournament Qualifier

The Gilad Doron FILE

Gilad Doron guided San Francisco to its fourth straight winning season in 2008.

“Hopefully now they are expecting more from themselves, more than they maybe expected from themselves last year. As we’re moving forward, the mentality, the experience of last year will definitely help us be in a better starting position this year...” - USF Head Coach Gilad Doron

“This is an exciting hiring for me and for USF volleyball. Gilad Doron is a great fit for USF. He brings a welcome combination of technical knowledge and genuine passion to USF volleyball along with his phenomenal organizational skills. His international experience will benefit both our student-athletes and our conference.”

Debra Gore-Mann, USF Athletic Director

“Gilad is an exceptional coach! He loves teaching and is very passionate about volleyball. He knows how to motivate players and get them ready for games and practices. I was blessed to have Gilad as my assistant coach. I know that without his support I would not be where I am today.”

Alma KovaciHead Coach, US Military Adademy

Former Temple All-American

“As an educator, learning specialist, and thera-pist in the university community, I value individuals that appreciate the whole person. In my experience of over twenty years, Gilad Doron is unmatched in his ability to approach all aspects of his student-athletes, including their academics, athletics, and lives as young adults. He has been a wonderful collaborator for many years.”

Dale Michaels,Learning Specialist and Consultant for University

Intercollegiate Athletics; Philadelphia University

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT GILAD DORON...

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Coaching Staff


Scott Wong enters his first year with the Dons, joining the USF coaching staff as associate head coach in June of 2009. A current USA men’s volleyball assis-tant coach and former National Team member, Wong spent the past two seasons with the third-ranked Pep-perdine men’s volleyball team as an assistant coach. “I am extremely excited to add Scott to the USF volleyball family. He brings a wealth of volleyball knowledge and great technical skills to the Hilltop. His playing experience at the collegiate level, the inter-national level and as a top professional beach player will be beneficial to our program. His experience, work ethic and commitment to building a successful program will be a welcome addition to our team. I am confident that Scott will have a key role in helping to lead the Dons into the new era.” “I am excited about the opportunity to join the USF family,” said Wong. “Gilad and his staff have done a wonderful job in creating an atmosphere of athletic and academic success and I hope to add to this culture.”

Brings Collegiate, International, Club Coaching Experience to Hilltop Wong served two stints as an assistant coach at

Pepperdine under head coach Marv Dunphy, who has won four NCAA National Championships and coached the US National Team to a gold medal at the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea. Wong first aided in coaching the Waves during the 2005 and 2006 seasons, before returning for the 2008 and 2009 campaigns. During his four seasons in Malibu, Wong helped lead Pepperdine to an 82-26 record (.759), two Mountain Sports Pacific Federation titles, an NCAA Championship title and a runner-up finish at the 2008 National Championships. His duties with the Waves included overseeing the development of the setters, outside hitters and middle blockers, while also coordi-nating the team’s defense. During the 2006-07 school year, Wong returned to his native Hawai’i to serve as an volunteer as-sistant coach for the Hawai’i women’s program. That season, the Warriors captured the Western Athletic Conference Championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight. More recently, Wong served as an assistant coach for United States Men’s Volleyball A2 team during the summer of 2009, leading the team to a gold medal at the Pan American Cup in Mexico.

His previous coaching experi-ence also includes guiding the Santa Monica Beach Club 16s and 18s, and leading the Oaks Christian High School girl’s team to a conference championship in 2004.

Exentensive Playing Experience Prior to joining the coaching ranks, Wong was a member of the US National Team in the World League. As part of the team, he helped lead the team to a gold medal at the 2001 World University Games in Beijing, China. Wong also enjoyed an illustri-

Born: December 31, 1978Hometown: Pearl City, Hawai’iHired at USF: June 25, 2009Education: MA in Education, Loyola Marymound, 2005; BA in Business Administration, 2001

College Coaching Career: 2005-06 - Assistant Men’s Coach, Pepperdine; 2006-07 - Volunteer Assistant Women’s Coach, Hawai’i; 2007-09 - Assistant Men’s Coach, Pepperdine.

Club Coaching Career: 2009 - USA A2 National Team Assistant Coach; 2005, 2008 - Santa Monica Volleyball Club 16s and 18s

Collegiate Playing Career: 1998-2001 - Pepperdine;

Professional Playing Career: 2002-07 - AVP Tour

The Scott Wong FILE

“I am excited about the opportunity to join the USF family. Gilad and his staff have done a wonderful job in creating an atmosphere of athletic and academic success and I hope to add to this culture.”

- USF Associate Head Coach Scott Wong

ous beach volleyball career. In 2007, he posted a second place finish in the 2007 New York AVP Tour event and earned rankings as high as No. 16 individu-ally and No. 6 as a team. A four-year letter winner for Pepperdine, Wong was a four-time all-conference selection and a three-time AVCA All-America, earning first team accolades in 1999 and 2000. In 1998, he was named Freshman of the Year by both the AVCA and the MPSF. A native of Pearl City, Hawai’i, Wong earned a degree in business administration from Pepperdine in 2001. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Loyola Marymount in 2005. Wong and his wife, Tamar, reside in San Francsico.

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Coaching Staff

Samantha Hastings (Hartwell) enters her third season as an assistant coach at the University of San Francisco. Hastings made strong contributions in 2007 and 2008 in her first coaching post at the Division I level. A former player for USF head coach Gilad Doron at Villanova, Hastings earned three varsity letters with the Wildcats as a defensive specialist. “I am excited to be back in the Bay Area and working with the volleyball community at USF,” Hastings said. “I had a great time playing in college and I hope to share my knowledge with the team here and improve their experience. I look forward working with Gilad who made a positive impact on my playing career.”

All-Academic Performer at Villanova A team captain for the ‘Cats as a senior, Hastings was named a Big East Academic All-Star. After earning a B.S. in Biology from Villanova, the

Bay Area native spent a year in England where she earned a MSc in Bioinformatics at the University of Manchester, graduating the program with Merit.

Beginning the Coaching Journey Hastings began her coaching career at the Philadelphia Volleyball Academy, coaching 16’s under the direction of Doron, the club’s founder.

Personal File The former Samantha Hartwell married Terry Hastings in July of 2007. The couple resides in San Francisco.

Gilad Doron on Samantha Hastings “Sam was a great leader as a player during her career at Villanova and I look forward to her bringing passion, leadership and volleyball knowledge to help this team achieve new heights.”

“I am excited to be back in the Bay Area and working with the volleyball community at USF. I had a great time playing in college and I hope to share my knowledge with the team here and improve their experience.”

- USF Assistant Coach Samantha Hastings

Born: June, 24, 1983Hometown: San Anselmo, CAHired at USF: April 10, 2007Education: MSc in Bioinformatics, University of Man-chester, 2007; B.S. Biology, Villanova University, 2005

College Coaching Career: 2007-present- Assistant Coach, University of San Francisco

Club Coaching Career: 2003-04- Philadelphia Volleyball Academy

Playing Career: 2002-04- Libero, Villanova; 2001- Defensive Specialist, UMass-Amherst

The Sam Hastings FILE

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A Word from Coach DoronOn the Importance of the Sideout Club

The San Francisco Volleyball Team is busy preparing for what promises to be another record breaking season. Every per-son involved in the program has committed themselves to excel-lence! Our goal is to put out a product that you can enjoy and be proud of.

With that in mind, your support is imperative in helping us reach our exciting goals. There are many ways you can help the “Team.” It would be fantastic if you could join us at a match or even buy season tickets and share the entire season with us. We would also like to ask for your financial support.

Your financial support helps pay for many of the programs and quality services we are trying to provide for our student-ath-letes. Please give at the level that you are able. If you cannot this year, then make sure you get out and help cheer the team on to a victory.

The Green & Gold Sideout Club is looking forward to your membership. We will be hosting some new and fun activities following games. There will be opportunities to meet players, dis-cuss game plans, socialize and enjoy our great USF Atmosphere.

Your support is appreciated!

Gilad Doron

Head Coach - Volleyball University of San Francisco

SUPPORTING USF ATHLETICS

Since its inception in 1984, the Green & Gold Club has raised funds for the University of San Francisco’s athletic programs, through scholarship and program support. Achiev-ing athletic excellence is and always will be a team effort. Financial contributions from alumni, parents and friends give our student-athletes the competitive edge needed to realize their dreams.

GREEN & GOLD BOARD OF DIRECTORS

USF Director of Athletic Development, Greg Sempadian ‘89, serves on the Board of Di-rectors with the Chairman of the Board, Larry Ratto '64.

OTHER BOARD MEMBERS INCLUDE:

James Armstrong ‘69 & ‘93, Jessica Bartolini ‘06, Nicole Beamer ‘00, Amy Blodgett ‘86, Jack Boland ‘78, Phyllis Bonocore, Michelle Duncan ‘03, John Formosa ‘70, Ernest Franic ‘98, Bill Gabriel ‘78, Thomas Gherini ‘73, Walt Gmelch, Susan Hanley ‘71, Elno-ra James ‘86, Kevin Leong ‘70, Catherine Mifsud ‘01, Bill Mustanich ‘70, Caleb Porter ‘01, Noa Porter’03, Cathy Ravano ‘68, Joseph Sammut ‘75, Coragene Savio, Tom Scal-zo ‘85, Jamie Shadian ‘99, Phil Spiegel ‘94, Ed Thomas ‘64, and Dave Tognotti ‘91 & ‘96, Taryn Torgersen ‘06, John Troccoe ‘70. Emeritus members include: Michael Coholan ‘81, Terry Callan ‘61 and Joe Phair ‘70 & ‘73. Lee Mineau is Travel Consultant-emeritus. In addition, Bill Henneberry ë52 (Executive Director-emeritus) and Debra Gore-Mann (Athletics Director) serve as advisors to the Board.

THE GREEN & GOLD CLUB’S SINCE ITS FOUNDING IN 1984

1,050 MembersMembership dues have raised $2,850,000

Pete Rozelle Super Bowl Drawing has raised $1,200,000 John Swanson Golf Tournament at the Olympic Club

has raised $720,000THE DONS SINCE 1984

30 NCAA Tournament Berths23 West Coast Conference Championships4 West Coast Conference Tournament Titles

Captured the first NCAA Tournament berths in 8 sports(Baseball, Men’s and Women’s Golf, Men’s and Women’s Track,

Volleyball, Women’s Basketball and Women’s Tennis)

Won the first West Coast Conference titles in 4 sports(Baseball, Men’s Cross Country, Women’s Golf and Women’s Tennis*)

* WCC individual titles

Key Green & Gold Club Event Dates

Pete Rozelle Super Bowl Drawing Sunday, January 18, 2009

John Swanson Memorial Golf Tournament (Olympic Club, San Francisco)

Monday, May 4, 2009

For further information on joining the Green & Gold Club, please call

(415) 422-2160

or visit us online at: www.usfca.edu/greenandgold/contact

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2009 USF VOLLEYBALLMEET THE DONS


No. Name Pos. Ht. Yr. Exp. Hometown/Previous School(s) 1 Elyse Cohen LIB 5-5 Fr. HS Lafayette, Calif./Acalanes HS 3 Haley Carroll LIB 5-7 Sr. 3V Gilroy, Calif./Valley Christian HS 4 Jordan Irish MB 6-2 Fr. HS Edmonds, Wash./Kings HS 5 Alycia Cox OH 6-0 Fr. HS San Antonio, Texas/Churchill HS 6 Alaina Sully S 5-8 Jr. 2V Irvine, Calif./Woodbridge HS 8 Sarah Mandala OPP 5-10 Jr. 2V San Dimas, Calif./St. Lucy’s Priory HS 9 Hadley Simmons MB 6-2 Fr. HS Santa Barbara, Calif./Santa Barbara HS 10 Anna Berger OH 6-0 RS-Sr. 3V Irvine, Calif./Woodbridge HS 11 Leanna Ludes S 5-10 Fr. HS Vancouver, Wash./Skyview HS 12 Leinani Keanini LIB/OH 5-8 So. 1V Kailua, Hawai’i/Iolani HS 13 Lauren Quach LIB 5-5 Sr. HS San Francisco, Calif./Saint Ignatius HS 14 Erin Kilroy OPP 6-0 RS-Fr. SQ Portland, Ore./Jesuit HS 15 Erin Bragg MB 6-2 So. 1V Clovis, Calif./Fresno City College 16 Lauren Bergold OPP 6-0 Fr. HS Mission Viejo, Calif./Capistrano HS

HEAD COACH: Gilad Doron, Third Year (Temple, 2000) ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH: Scott Wong, First Year (Pepperdine, 2001) ASSISTANT COACH: Samantha Hastings, Third Year (Villanova, 2005)

2009 USF VOLLEYBALL ROSTER

2009 USF Volleyball Roster Breakdown

BY YEARFreshmen - 7Elyse Cohen Alycia CoxLauren Bergold Jordan IrishErin Kilroy (RS) Leanna LudesHadley SimmonsSophomores - 2Erin Bragg Leinani KeaniniJuniors - 2Sarah Mandala Alania SullySeniors - 3Haley Carroll Anna BergerLauren Quach

BY POSITIONMiddle Blocker - 3Erin Bragg Jordan IrishHadley SimmonsOpposites - 3Erin Kilroy Lauren BergoldOutside Hitters - 4Alycia Cox Anna BergerLeinani Keanini Sarah MandalaSetters - 2Leanna Ludes Alania SullyLibero/DS - 3Haley Carroll Elyse CohenLauren Quach

BY STATECalifornia - 9 Hawai’i - 1Washington - 2 Oregon - 1Texas - 1

Pronunciation Guide (PRO-Nun-Cee-ay-Shun Guyde)

PLAYERSLeinani Keanini (Lay-nah-knee Kay-ah-knee-knee)Leanna Ludes (Lee-ann-a Lewds)

Lauren Quach (Ka-watch)

2009 USF DONS VOLLEYBALLBack Row, Standing (l-r) - Trainer Edger Tabila, Assistant Coach Scott Wong, Jordan Irish, Anna Berger, Hadley Simmons, Sarah Mandala, Erin Bragg, Head Coach Gilad Doron, Assistant Coach Samantha HastingsMiddle Row, Kneeling (l-r) - Alycia Cox, Leanna Ludes, Erin Kilroy, Alaina Sully, Leinani Keanini, Lauren Bergold, Lauren QuachFront Row, Sitting (l-r) - Haley Carroll, Elyse Cohen

COACHESGilad Doron (Gee-LAHD Doh-Roan)

2009 Roster


Elyse COHENLafayette, Calif./Acalanes HS

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Lauren BERGOLDMission Viejo, Calif./Capistrano HS

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Jordan IRISHEdmonds, Wash./Kings HS

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Alaina SULLYIrvine, Calif./Woodbridge HS

Sarah MANDALASan Dimas, Calif./St. Lucy’s Priory HS

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Leanna LUDESVancouver, Wash./Skyview HS

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Erin KILROYPortland, Ore./Jesuit HS

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Erin BRAGGClovis, Calif./Fresno City College

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Hadley SIMMONSSanta Barbara, Calif./Santa Barbara HS

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Gilad DORONTemple, 2000

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Samantha HASTINGSVillanova, 2005

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Haley CARROLLGilroy, Calif/Valley Christian HS

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Alycia COXSan Antonio, Texas/Churchill HS

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Anna BERGERIrvine, Calif./Woodbridge HS

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Leinani KEANINIKailua, Hawai’i/Iolani HS

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Lauren QUACHSan Francisco, Calif./Saint Ignatius HS

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for the season is to help the Dons to the NCAA Tournament... favorite quote is, “Live to love, love to live”... favorite movie is Breakfast at Tiffany’s... enjoys going to the beach and playing golf in her spare time... sister, Darcy is a former setter for USF... father Mark played baseball at San Jose State... parents are Mark and Maria Carroll... born May of 1988 in Los Gatos, Calif.

Miscellaneous: Became the first player in program history to capture a major individual West Coast Conference postseason honor when named WCC Defender of the Year in 2007… became the first USF player to lead the WCC in digs since Kelly Harris accomplished the feat in 1994… defied remarkable odds in recording the exact same number of digs (522) as a freshman and sophomore… enters senior year ranked second on the USF career digs chart (1,564)… career leader in digs per set (4.77)…first player in program history to three times surpass 500 digs in a single season…first USF libero/defensive specialist to capture WCC First Team honors...three-time All-WCC... holds three spots on the single season digs list - T2nd/522 (2007 and 2006), 4th/520 (2008)...combined with Addie Webster for 791 digs in 2008, ranking fifth in USF history...named to the A2 U.S. National Team before being promoted to the A1 U.S. National Team in the summer of 2009.

At USF (2009): Named to the preseason All-WCC team.

At USF (2008): Earned WCC Honorable Mention accolades…ranked second in all matches played in the WCC with digs (520) and service aces (39) …in conference only contests ranked second with 4.38 digs per set…appeared in all 30 matches and all 114 sets…led USF for the third consecutive season with 520 digs, ranking fourth in the single season record book…averaged 4.56 digs per set…posted double-digit digs in all but one outing…posted eight matches with 20 or more digs…recorded a team-leading 39 service aces, averaging 0.34 per set…recorded 24 digs with a pair of assists vs. Missouri State (8/29)…recorded a season high 31 digs with five service aces against Miami (9/13)…recorded a season-best six service aces with 17 digs and three assists in victory over Seattle (9/27)…posted 23 digs, a kill and three assists at Cal State Fullerton (9/19)…tallied five service aces with 22 digs against Penn (9/26)…recorded26 digs and two assists in five-set victory over Saint Mary’s (10/16)…led the Dons to a perfect opening half of WCCplay with 23 digs and an ace in victory over then-No. 15 Pepperdine (10/25)…posted 21 digs, a kill and two assists at Loyola Marymount (11/22) to close out conference play…in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, recorded a service

ace and 22 digs against Duke...named to the Asics/Coca-Cola Invitational All-Tournament Team.

At USF (2007): Turned in another outstanding season roaming the back row for USF… led the West Coast Conference in digs in both overall (4.97) and league (5.64) matches… also shared second place in service aces (0.36)… shattered career-high with 40 digs at San Jose State (9/12), the second-highest single-match tally in program history… also recorded a season-high four aces with three assists against the Spartans… recorded 27 digs with two aces in a sweep of No. 12 San Diego (10/27)… registered 32 digs with a pair of aces against Gonzaga (10/18)… posted a 30-dig match at Loyola Marymount (10/11)… also recorded 31 digs against the Lions at home (11/10)… dug 30 balls against Pepperdine (11/8)… set a career-high with five assists as a defensive specialist against Portland (10/20)… led the Dons in digs in 20 matches... recorded 23 double-digit dig matches, including 14 straight to end the season… posted 20 or more digs 12 times and surpassed 30 in five contests.

At USF (2006): Led USF and ranked third among West Coast Conference leaders in digs (4.64)... rated fourth on WCC aces chart (0.39)...recorded a season-high 34 digs at Sacramento State (9/8), the fourth highest tally in program history... served a career-high five aces at No. 21 Santa Clara (10/26)... reached double-digit digs in 25 matches; 20 or more 11 times and dug 30 or more three times... WCC Player of the Week after averaging 8.3 digs per game in sweeps of Gonzaga (10/19) and Portland (10/21)... recorded program three-game match record 29 digs against Pilots.

Prep/Club Career: A two-time West Catholic Athletic League choice at Valley Christian High School... led the WCAL in kills (3.79) and ranked second in digs (5.27) during league play as a senior... won a national championship on the City Beach U-15 club team and played on a national runner-up squad with City Beach U-17 in 2006.

Personal: Haley Carroll... chose USF because of the quality of the school, volleyball program and her teammates... goal

CARROLL’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2006 109/32 3 0.03 2 19 .053 31 0.28 41 49 0.38 47 522 4.79 0 0 0 0.00 0 02007 105/30 1 0.01 1 9 .000 25 0.24 38 56 0.36 39 522 4,97 0 0 0 0.00 0 42008 114/30 2 0.02 1 16 0.62 38 0.33 39 44 0.34 24 520 4.56 0 0 0 0.00 0 1 Totals 328/92 6 0.02 4 44 0.45 94 0.29 118 149 0.36 110 1564 4.77 0 0 0 0.00 0 5

2009 West Coast Conference Preseason Team2008 West Coast Conference Honorable Mention 2007 West Coast Conference Defender of the Year2007 West Coast Conference First Team2006 West Coast Conference Freshman Team

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Kills1 - multiple times, last at Loyola Marymount (11/22/08)Total Attempts3 - at Loyola Marymount (11/22/08)Assists5 - vs. Portland (10/20/07)Digs40 - at San Jose State (9/12/07)Service Aces6 - vs. Seattle, (9/27/08)Blocks--CA

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At USF (2008): Appeared in 17 matches, playing in 63 sets…averaged 2.06 kills per set, 1.78 digs per set and 2.55 points per set…made first appearance of the season against Seattle (9/27)…recorded 18 kills with 10 digs for her lone double-double of the season at Saint Mary’s (10/16)…hit 11 kills with six digs as USF swept the opening half of WCC play with victory over then-No. 15 Pepperdine (10/25)…earned 10 digs, nine kills and three blocks at Gonzaga (10/30)…posted a dozen digs and three blocks with six kills at Portland (11/1)…hit seven kills with 12 digs and a pair of blocks against Saint Mary’s (11/15)…posted a career-high 20 kills at Loyola Marymount (11/25) to close out league play...in five sets against Duke in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, fell just short of a double-double with nine kills, 14 digs, an assist, an ace and two blocks.

At USF (2007): Saw limited action due to arm injury… appeared in 19 matches and 39 games… tallied a season-highs with seven kills and five blocks against Colgate (9/1)… recorded six kills and a season-high six digs with two blocks in a sweep of Fresno State (8/25)… recorded five kills at No. 8 Washington (8/24).

At USF (2006): Turned in a solid first year as a starter for the Dons... ranked third on the team in kills (2.48), second in aces (30) and fourth in digs (1.98)... tallied a career-high 18 kills to go along with 14 digs at Sacramento State (9/8)... hammered 16 kills and set career-highs with three aces and 16 digs at No. 18 Arizona (8/26), earning Wildcat Invitational all-tournament team selection... tallied 15 kills and 11 digs at No. 18 San Diego (10/28)... recorded a career-high five blocks and added 10 kills and seven digs against Portland State (11/25)... reached double digits in kills nine times and digs in five matches.

At USF (2005): Redshirt season.

Prep/Club Career: Four-year varsity player at Wood-bridge High School, serving as team captain for three seasons... three-time First Team All-Sea View League selection... named league MVP as a senior after lifting Warriors to first Sea View title in 20 years... competed on back-to-back National Championships squads with Goldenwest Volleyball Club... also competed in track and was a three-time CIF qualifier in the high jump...honors student.

Personal: Anna Berger... goal for the season is to make a difference on the team... chose USF for the school size and the quality of the volleyball program... favorite quote is “Don’t give up what you want the most for what you want at the moment”... lists former president Ronald Reagan as the most impressive person she has met... brother Pieter plays soccer at Cal... enjoys going to the beach and plays bocce ball in her spare time... parents are Rene and Kathy Berger... born October of 1987 in Orange, Calif.

BERGER’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2006 106/33 263 2.48 132 842 .156 19 0.18 30 50 0.28 19 210 1.98 4 39 43 0.41 9 02007 39/19 35 0.90 17 113 .159 6 0.15 1 7 0.03 5 29 0.74 1 10 11 0.28 3 02008 17/63 130 2.06 69 439 .129 10 0.16 14 11 0.22 28 112 1.78 5 23 28 0.44 0 0Totals 208/69 428 2.06 518 1239 .151 35 0.17 35 68 0.22 49 351 1.69 10 72 82 0.39 12 0

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Kills20 - at Loyola Marymount (11/22/08)Total Attempts56 - at Sacramento State (9/8/06)Assists3 - at Loyola Marymount (10/14/06)Digs18 - at No. 18 Arizona (8/26/06)Service Aces3 - twice, last against St. Francis (9/23/06)Blocks5 - at Portland State (11/25/06)

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At USF (2008): Appeared in 29 matches, playing in 92 sets…recorded 376 assists, a dozen kills and 76 digs…average 4.09 assists per set… posted six matches with 20 or more assists… recorded a double-double and career-high 30 assists with 11 digs at Saint Mary’s (10/16)… dished out 22 assists with a block at Long Beach State (8/29)… had 20 assists in home opener against UC Santa Barbara (9/5)… recorded 25 assists with four digs against Villanova (9/13)… dished out 11 assists with a kill and five digs at Gonzaga (10/30)… posted 13 assists in WCC finale at Loyola Marymount (11/22)... in the NCAA Tournament First Round against Duke, dished out 23 assists, eight digs and a service ace.

At USF (2007): Made an impact as a freshman for USF… appeared in 23 contests, averaging 5.47 assists and 1.15 digs per game while primarily playing in a 6-2 system… dished out a career-high 55 assists in second collegiate match against Cal State Northridge (8/25) to go along with eight digs and a block… recorded 31 assists at San Jose State (9/12)… turned in solid match at Saint Mary’s (11/3) with 15 assists, established career-highs with two aces and added five digs… reached double-digits in as-sists in 16 matches in first season in the Green and Gold.

Prep/Club Career: Captured All-CIF Division I Second Team selection after a strong senior campaign at Woodbridge High School...set Warriors to their third straight league title and earned Sea View League, All-City and team MVP accolades... chosen for the 2007 Orange County All-Star Match after senior season and set for the South squad... set SVVC 15-1 team to the Reno Festival Championship and the following year helped the 16-1 team to a runner-up showing at the festival... also a standout beach player... competed in the U-17 class at the 2004 USA Junior Olympic Beach Volleyball Championships.

Personal: Alaina Marie Sully... goal for the season is to help USF to the NCAA Tournament... chose USF for the

quality of the school, city and the team... favorite quote is “Only the strong survive”... would like to attend the Olympic Games... favorite movie is the Notebook; favorite book is the Beach House, by James Patterson... enjoys going to the beach and playing volleyball in her free time... parents are Gary and Julie Sully... born June of 1989 in Irvine, CA.

SULLY’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2007 60/23 6 0.10 5 22 .045 328 5.47 3 7 0.05 1 69 1.15 1 3 4 0.07 2 112008 29/92 12 0.13 2 20 .500 376 4.09 10 10 0.11 0 76 0.83 0 1 1 0.01 0 5Totals 149/102 18 0.12 7 42 .262 704 4.72 13 17 0.09 1 145 0.97 1 4 5 0.03 2 16

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At USF (2009): Named to the preseason All-WCC Team.

At USF (2008): Named to the All-WCC First Team…ranked fifth in all matches in the conference in kills, 12th in hitting percentage, tenth in blocks, and sixth in points…in WCC matches, ranked ninth in the conference in hitting percentage (.314), 10th in blocks (0.79), seventh in points (3.93), and seventh in kills (3.42)…appeared in all 30 matches and all 114 sets…posted 23 matches with double-digit kills and five contests with 20 or more kills…recorded a team-high 413 kills on .295 hitting with 27 assists, 16 service aces, 131 digs and 86 blocks to record a team-high 474 total points…averaged 3.62 kills per set, 1.15 digs per set and 4.16 points per set…recorded a trio of double-doubles…opened season with 22 kills and 18 digs for a double-double at No. 24 Long Beach State (8/29)…posted 17 kills with three aces against Missouri State (8/29)…hit 15 kills with two assists, a block and a dig in home opener against UC Santa Barbara (9/5)…recorded 13 kills on .458 hitting with two aces and three blocks against Texas-Arlington (9/6)…hit double-digit kills in third straight match with 11 against Utah State (9/6)…posted 15 kills with two assists, an ace and two blocks against Villanova (9/13)…posted 21 kills in 47 swings with three blocks and two digs against Miami (9/13)…posted a double-double with 22 kills and 14 digs at Cal State Fullerton (9/19) followed by an 11 kill performance versus then-No. 9 California (9/20)…posted fifth straight double-figure kill outing against Central Connecticut (9/20) with 17 kills on .412 hitting…recorded a career-best 10 blocks and 14 kills against Penn (9/26)…posted 11 kills against Gonzaga (10/4) to start a streak of eight games with double-digit kills…tallied 10 kills against then-No. 15 San Diego (10/11) and Saint Mary’s (10/15)…hit at a .542 clip with 16 kills at then-No. 18 Santa Clara…hit 15 kills in 22 swings for a .591 average against Loyola Marymount (10/23) before posting 17 kills and five digs and blocks against then-No. 15 Pepperdine (10/25)…hit 15 kills at Gonzaga (10/30)…opened November with 15 kills on a season-high .682 hitting percentage at Portland (11/2)…recorded a career-high 28 kills and six digs against Saint Mary’s (11/15)…closed out West Coast Conference play with 16 kills at Loyola Marymount (11/22)…finished regular season with 14 kills on .455 hitting with four digs and three blocks against San Jose State (11/25)…named to the Long Beach State, Asics/Powerade Challenge, Asics/Coca-Cola Invitational, Cal State Fullerton Titan All-Tournament teams…two-time WCC Player of the Week (Oct. 27 and Nov. 18)...led USF with 20 kills and seven digs against Duke during the

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At USF (2007): Ranked second on the team in kills (3.40), good for 11th place among West Coast Conference leaders… elevated game during league play, averaging a team-high 3.53 kills on .267 hitting to go along with 1.26 digs and 0.87 blocks per game… ranked seventh among WCC kills leaders during league matches and was ninth in points (4.15)… recorded a career-high 18 kills four times… helped USF to a historic weekend sweep of ancient Bay Area rivals Saint Mary’s (10/4) and Santa Clara (10/6) en route to fi rst WCC Player of the Week honor… recorded 14 kills on .400 hitting with 12 digs and a career-high five blocks in a sweep of the Gaels… captured second player of the week nod after leading USF to a sweep of No. 12 San Diego (10/27), erupting for 18 kills on .300 hitting with a career-high four aces, five digs and four blocks… added 11 kills, eight digs and four blocks in a sweep of the Broncos… tallied 18 kills against Idaho (9/14) and equaled the feat against Xavier (9/14) to go along with three aces and three blocks against the Musketeers… smacked 18 kills against Loyola Marymount (11/10)… hit .625 with 12 kills and two errors on 16 swings in a sweep of Oral Roberts (8/31)… hit .600 in final match of the year at Gonzaga with 13 kills in 20 attempts with just one error… set a career-high with 13 digs in a sweep of Cornell (9/22)… matched a career-high with four assists in three matches… posted two double-double performances… reached double-digit kills in 21 matches, including last 10 matches to close the season… hit .300 or better 12 times and attacked at .400 or better four times… recorded four or more blocks in 10 contests… led the Dons in kills in 11 matches... named to the all-tournament team at the USF Asics/PowerAde Challenge… two-time WCC Player of the Week selection (10/8 & 10/29).

Prep/Club Career: Named Sierra League MVP as a senior at St. Lucy’s Priory High School after leading the conference with a .826 attack percentage...the three-time fi rst team selection and a two-time team MVP, powered the Regents to their third consecutive league title in 2006 and the first CIF Semifinals appearances in school history in 2005-06...averaged 4.1 kills and 1.7 blocks per game as a senior, earning All-CIF Division II First Team selection after capturing Division III Second Team accolades as a junior... traveled with the Southern California High Performance Team in Italy and Slovenia... competed for the Club West 16 Elite club team... earned All-Tournament honors at the 2005 USA Girls’ Club Invitational Championships.

MANDALA’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2007 103/30 350 3.40 160 750 .253 36 0.35 26 57 0.25 1 131 1.27 2 70 72 0.70 9 12008 114/30 413 3.62 158 864 .295 27 0.24 16 44 0.14 5 131 1.15 4 82 86 0.75 5 1Totals 217/60 763 3.52 318 1614 .276 63 0.29 42 101 0.19 6 262 1.21 6 152 158 0.73 25 2

Personal: Sarah Mandala... goal for the season is to help the Dons make the NCAA Tournament... chose USF for the city, the beautiful campus and for the volleyball team... mother Sue, played basketball at Northern Arizona... favorite quote is “It is better to have been in the arena and lost than to never have been in the arena at all”... parents are Jim and Sue Mandala... born August of 1989 in San Dimas, Calif.

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At USF (2008): Appeared in all 30 matches, playing in 102 sets… averaged 0.80 kills per set, 0.12 assists per set, 0.25 digs per set, 0.45 blocks per set and 0.96 points a set… recorded a season-high six blocks and three kills in season opener at Long Beach State (8/29)… posted six kills, two assists, two digs and three blocks against Missouri State (8/29)… earned a season-high six digs against Indiana (8/30)… posted a season-high seven kills against UC Santa Barbara (9/5), Miami (9/13) and Central Connecticut (9/20)… earned a season-high three assists against then-No. 9 California (9/20)… posted four blocks and a kill against Penn (9/26)... hit four kills against Seattle (9/27) and five at Saint Mary’s (10/16)…recorded two digs and two blocks at then-No. 21 Santa Clara (10/18)… recorded a kill against Loyola Marymount (10/23) and then-No. 15 Pepperdine (10/25)… posted two kills and two blocks at Gonzaga (10/30)… had three kills and two blocks at then-No. 14 San Diego (11/8)… recorded a kill against Santa Clara (11/13) and San Jose State (11/25)… posted two kills and two blocks in WCC finale at Loyola Marymount (11/22)... recorded three kills, three digs and three blocks against Duke in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

At Fresno City College (2007): Attended, but did not play volleyball... named to the Dean’s List.

Prep/Club Career: Four-year standout at Buchanan High School... three-time All-Tri-River Conference First Team selection... captured league MVP honors following senior campaign... two-time All-Bee First Team as selected by the Fresno Bee... compiled 277 kills, 50 aces and 41 solo blocks in helping the Bears to a 26-9 record and the 2006 Central Section Division I title... helped lead Buchanan to conference titles in each of the last three years... ranked No. 35 on Volleyball Magazine’s Fab 50 in 2007... graduated early.

Personal: Erin Catherine Bragg... goal for the season is to help the team be the best it can be... chose USF for the quality of the team and the coaching staff... best advice is to set goals, have big dreams and keep your chin up... mother, Carol, played tennis at Fresno State... favorite movie is Pride and Prejudice... favorite book is Kite Runner... hobbies include barbecues, crocheting and beach volleyball.

BRAGG’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2008 102/30 82 0.80 40 226 .186 12 0.12 3 3 0.03 0 26 0.25 4 42 46 0.45 0 0Totals 102/30 82 0.80 40 226 .186 12 0.12 3 3 0.03 0 26 0.25 4 42 46 0.45 0 0

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Kills7 - multiple times, last vs. Central Connecticut St. (9/20/08)Total Attempts23 - UC Santa Barbara (9/5/08)Assists3 - vs. No. 9 California (9/20/08)Digs6 - vs. Indiana (8/30/08)Service Aces2 - Seattle (9/27/09)Blocks6 - at No. 24 Long Beach State (8/29/08)

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At USF (2008): Appeared in 19 matches, 52 sets, before suffering a season-ending injury… averaged 0.35 kills per set, 0.15 assists per set and 1.02 digs per set… recorded two kills with four digs against Missouri State (8/29)… posted nine digs with a block and two kills in home opener against UC Santa Barbara (9/5)… recorded kills against Texas-Arlington (9/6) and Utah State (9.6)… recorded nine digs at Cal State Fullerton (9/19)… hit a season-high four kills against Central Connecticut State (9/20) and Seattle (9/27)…r ecorded a career-best 10 digs will three kills against Penn (9/26)… recorded a kill against then-No. 15 San Diego (10/11).

Prep/Club Career: Earned four varsity letters at Iolani High School... capped outstanding senior season by being named as Female Athlete of the Year... captured All-State Honorable Mention honors after final season with the Raiders... three-time All-ILH selection, earning first team honors as a senior... competed for the Imi’ike Volleyball Club... helped club team advance to the Junior Olympics Finals.

Personal: Leinani Maileilauli’i Keanini... goal for the season is to contribute to the team... chose USF for its location and the city of San Francisco...enjoys the beach, shopping and eating... favorite foods are pasta and Hawaiian... favorite movie is Finding Nemo.

KEANINI’S UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO CAREER STATISTICSYEAR GP/SP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE2008 19/51 18 0.35 10 72 .111 7 0.14 8 5 0.15 4 53 1.02 0 3 3 0.06 1 0Totals 19/51 18 0.35 10 72 .111 7 0.14 8 5 0.15 4 53 1.02 0 3 3 0.06 1 0

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Kills4 - multiple, last against Seattle (9/27/08)Total Attempts13 - twice, last against Seattle (9/29/08)Assists2 - UC Santa Barbara (9/5/08)Digs10 - Penn (9/26/08)Service Aces2 - twice, last against Gonzaga (10/4/08)Blocks1 - multiple, last against Penn (9/26/08)

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Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball at Kings High for Steve Bain... 2008 1A All-State first team honoree... 2008 All-Cascade Conference First Team... 2008 recipient of the Coaches Award for Excellence... named to the National Christian School Athletic Association Far West Super Regional Team... 2007 all-conference honorable mention honoree... led Kings to the 2008 1A State Championship Title... placed third at the 2007 and 2006 State Championships... played club volleyball with the Washington Volleyball Academy... placed second at the Puget Sound Region-als... made appearances at the USAV Junior Olympics in 2008 and 2009.

Personal: Jordan Elaine Irish...daugher of Jill and James Pontak, and Chris Irish... has three siblings - Myah, 6, Jason, 3 and Addyson, 1... goal for the season is to make a difference and help make the team the best it can be... enjoys reading Twilight... enjoys going to the movies and eating food.

At USF (2008): Redshirted for the Dons

Prep/Club Career: Named Oregon 6A Player of the Year after outstanding senior season at Jesuit High School... two-time All-State First Team selection and captured back-to-back Metro League Player of the Year honors... helped Crusaders to the 2004 Oregon 6A State Championships as a freshman... also was a three-time state qualifi er in track... honor roll student.

Personal: Erin Kathleen Kilroy... goal for the season is to help USF win the WCC title and reach the NCAA Tournament... chose USF for the quality of the volleyball pro-gram and the strong nursing school... comes from an athletic family... sister Kristen swam for two years at Northwestern; mom, Kathy swam at Western Illinois... best advice is to be confident and do what you love... favorite movie is Robin Hood Men in Tights...favorite book is the Kite Runner... parents are Tom and Kathy Kilroy...born September of 1989 in Evanston, Ill.

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Prep/Club Career: Attended Acalanes High, playing volleyball for head coach Steve Seigmann... named the Acalanes High Most Outstanding Female Athlete as a senior... 2008 All-East Bay third team... led the Dons to the 2008 North Coast Section Semifinals... North Coast Section Scholar Athlete for 2007 and 2008... competed with the Odyssey Volleyball Club for three years... also played with Golden Bear 17 Mizuno and Gold Bear 18 Forefront... led Golden Bear 17 Mizuno to a bronze at the Junior Olympics... earned a sliver medal at the Junior Olympics with Golden Bear 18 FF... also earned two varsity letters playing Basketball.

Personal: Elyse Alexandra Cohen...born October of 1991...daughter of Sandy and Ted Cohen... mother, Sandy, was the top singles tennis player at San Francsico State for four years... grandmother, Arlene Cohen, is a member of the Northern California Tennis Hall of Fame and the winner of National Senior Women’s Tennis Championships... goal for the season is to go to NCAAs and help the team go as far as possible by doing her best and pushing her teammates to do their best.

Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball at Churchill High for head coach JoAnne Hultgren... four-year varsity starter... as a freshman, named to the 2005 26-5A All-District Second Team... named the 2005 Lonestarvolleyball.com Honorable Men-tion Newcomer of the Year... as a sophomore, named to the 2006 26-5A All-District Second Team... as a junior, named to the Texas Girls Coaches Association 5A All-State team... member of the All-Area 5A First Team... unanimous 26-5a All-District First Team selection... senior year, earned second consecutive TGCA 5A All-State honor... participated in the TGCA East-West All-Star Game... Unanimous 26-5A All-District First Team... led the Chargers to the 2005 Texas Regional Finals and the Texas Regional Quarterfinals in 2006, 2007 and 2008... played club volleyball with Alamo 12s-17s and Extec 18s... earned a bronze medal in the open division of the USAV Junior Olympics in 2006... posted two top-15 finishes at the Junior Olympics in 2007 and 2009.

Personal: Alycia Lynn Cox...daughter of John and Lori Cox... born February of 1991... graduated from Churchill Hight with magna cum laude honors... a member of the Distinguished Achievement Program... goal for the season is to work hard, play hard , make a difference and help lead the Dons to the NCAAs.

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Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball at Capistrano Valley HS... 2007 South Coast League Most Valuable Player... Offensive Player of the Year in 2007 and 2008... named to the Orange County All-Tournament team... led the Cougars to the CIF Quarterfinals in 2007 and 2008... played for the Laguna Beach Volleyball Club, the top team in the Southern California Volleyball Association... with Laguna, earned a gold medal and all-tournament accolades at the 2007 Open Division Junior Olympics...earned a bronze medal at the 2006 Junior Olympics...four-time scholar athlete.

Personal: Lauren Bergold...daughter of Ron and Brenda Bergold...born January of 1991.

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Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball for Cheyenne Knight at Skyview HS... first team 2008 All-State setter... second team 2007 All-State setter... two-time Colum-bian All-Region Volleyball Player of the Year... two-time All-Greater St. Helens Vol-leyball Player of the Year... three-time all-league honoree... led Skyview to a 2008 third place State finish... a member of the 2007 and 2008 Regional Champions... played for the Nike Northwest Juniors club team... competed at the 2008 Junior Olympics, finishing 14th in the U18 Open Division... two-time Emerald City Classic U-18 champions... competed with the Northern California Volleyball Academy at the 2009 Global Challenge in Europe.

Personal: Leanna Frances Ludes... daughter of Lorri and Kevin Ratliff, and Greg Ludes... 2009 Skyivew High School Outstanding Female Athlete... 2008 WIAA 4A Team Academic Champion... four-time WIAA Scholar Athlete... goal for the season is to push herself to her fullest potential in order to help the team acheive success in practice and matches.

Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball for John Gannon at Santa Barbara High in Santa Barbara, Cailf... helped lead the Dons to a the Channel League Champion-ship title... advanced to the CIF State Playoffs and a state ranking of seventh... a four-year member of the Santa Barbara Volleyball Club, playing for head coach Liz Towne-Gilbert... won a silver medal in the Club Division at the 2009 Junior Olympics.

Personal: Hadley Rose Simmons... goal for the season is to continue to improve in every aspect of volleyball in order to become a more well rounded player... daughter of Tom and Marcy Simmons... born June of 1991.

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Prep/Club Career: Played volleyball at St. Ignatius College Prep in The City...played for head coach Louie Valiao...earned WCAL honorable mention accolades...was the recipient of the Fighting Spirit Award as a senior...played two years with the Slainte club and a year with each San Francisco Juniors and XLVB.

Personal: Lauren Elizabeth Quach...daughter of Pamela Foon...goal for the season is the work hard to be an integral part of the team...born in June of 1988.

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2008 USF Volleyball Results

Overall Record: 22-8; West Coast Conference Record: 11-3; Home: 15-1; Road: 5-4; Neutral: 2-3# NAME GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE8 Sarah Mandala 114/30 413 3.62 158 864 .295 27 0.24 16 44 0.14 5 131 1.15 4 82 86 0.75 5 14 Carly Babin 112/30 318 2.84 72 653 .377 7 0.06 19 20 0.17 3 76 0.68 24 91 115 1.03 9 19 Alix Gombos 110/30 271 2.46 48 522 .427 10 0.09 0 0 0.00 2 26 0.24 17 88 105 0.95 3 019 Addie Webster 112/ 254 2.27 108 852 .171 26 0.23 17 14 0.15 25 310 2.77 7 40 47 0.42 3 210 Anna Berger 63/ 130 2.06 69 439 .139 10 0.16 14 11 0.22 28 112 1.78 5 23 28 0.44 0 015 Erin Bragg 102/ 82 0.80 40 226 .186 12 0.12 3 3 0.03 0 026 0.25 4 42 46 0.45 0 05 Darcy Carroll 112/30 50 0.45 11 94 .415 954 8.52 31 35 0.28 0 175 1.56 0 18 18 0.16 0 82 Chelsey Lowe 67/ 37 0.55 30 129 .054 12 0.18 9 15 0.13 18 94 1.40 0 4 4 0.06 0 011 Zuzana Bednarova 27/ 28 1.04 21 97 .072 2 0.07 0 3 0.00 4 9 0.33 0 7 7 0.26 0 012 Leinani Keanini 52/ 18 0.35 10 72 .111 8 0.15 8 5 0.15 4 53 1.02 0 3 3 0.06 1 06 Alaina Sully 92/ 12 0.13 2 20 .500 376 4.09 10 10 0.11 0 76 0.83 0 1 1 0.01 0 53 Haley Carroll 114/30 2 0.02 1 16 .062 38 0.33 39 44 0.34 24 520 4.56 0 0 0 0.00 0 1 Team -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 15 -- -- -- -- --- -- -- -- USF 114/30 1615 14.17 570 3984 .262 1481 12.99 166 204 1.46 128 1608 14.11 61 399 260.5 2.29 21 18 OPPONENTS 114/30 1411 12.38 587 3954 .208 1302 11.42 128 210 1.12 166 1520 13.33 55 378 244.0 2.14 81 11

DATE OPPONENT W/L SCORE SCORE-BY-GAME ATTEN. HIGH KILLS HIGH DIGSAug. 29 No. 24 Long Beach State! L 1-3 23-25, 19-25, 25-23, 21-25 1073 Mandala (22) Mandala, H. Carroll (18)Aug. 29 vs. Missouri State! W 3-2 25-16, 25-12, 20-25, 23-25, 15-9 550 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (24)Aug. 30 vs. Indiana! L 0-3 13-25, 12-25, 18-25 610 Babin (9) Webster (9)Sept. 5 UC SANTA BARBARA# W 3-1 26-24, 20-25, 28-26, 27-25 378 Babin, Mandala, Gombos (9) H. Carroll (18)Sept. 6 UT ARLINGTON# W 3-0 25-16, 25-16, 25-13 106 Mandala (13) H. Carroll (13)Sept. 6 UTAH STATE# W 3-0 25-19, 15-21, 25-22 240 Babin, Mandala, Webster (11) H. Carroll (17)Sept. 12 SACRAMENTO STATE$ W 3-0 25-13, 25-12, 25-20 277 Babin (10) H. Carroll (18)Sept. 13 VILLANOVA$ W 3-1 25-20, 22-25, 25-21, 25-14 103 Babin (17) H. Carroll (15)Sept. 13 MIAMI$ L 2-3 25-11, 19-25, 17-25, 25-21, 10-15 229 Mandala (21) H. Carroll (31)Sept. 19 Cal State Fullerton^ W 3-1 20-25, 28-26, 25-16, 25-15 249 Mandala (22) H. Carroll (23)Sept. 20 vs. No. 9 California^ L 0-3 23-25, 24-26, 24-26 123 Mandala (11) H. Carroll (10)Sept. 20 vs. Central Connecticut St^ W 3-1 25-23, 25-23, 23-25, 25-15 118 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (13)Sept. 26 PENN W 3-2 23-25, 20-25, 25-10, 25-13, 15-6 337 Babin (19) H. Carroll (22)Sept. 27 SEATTLE W 3-0 25-10, 25-17, 25-15 211 Mandala (9) H. Carroll (17)Oct. 2 PORTLAND* W 3-0 25-21, 25-21, 25-22 188 Babin, Gombos (9) H. Carroll (14)Oct. 4 GONZAGA* W 3-1 25-20, 25-22, 19-25, 27-25 217 Babin (15) H. Carroll (16)Oct. 11 No. 15 SAN DIEGO* W 3-1 22-25, 26-24, 25-23, 25-18 336 Babin (19) H. Carroll (14)Oct. 16 Saint Mary’s* W 3-2 25-22, 25-27, 17-25, 28-26, 15-12 217 Webster (19) H. Carroll (26)Oct. 18 No. 18 Santa Clara* W 3-1 21-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21 547 Mandala (16) H. Carroll (18)Oct. 23 LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* W 3-0 25-19, 25-18, 25-18 513 Mandala (15) H. Carroll (19)Oct. 25 No. 15 PEPPERDINE* W 3-1 26-24, 23-25, 25-16, 26-24 773 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (23)Oct. 30 Gonzaga* L 2-3 21-25, 19-25, 29-27, 25-13, 10-15 179 Babin (20) Webster (16)Nov. 1 Portland* W 3-0 25-21, 25-19, 25-16 222 Mandala (15) H. Carroll (13)Nov. 8 No. 14 San Diego* L 0-3 21-25, 22-25, 21-25 304 Mandala, Webster (9) H. Carroll (14)Nov. 13 No. 21 SANTA CLARA* W 3-0 26-24, 25-29, 25-17 1010 Gombos (12) H. Carroll (18)Nov. 15 SAINT MARY’S* W 3-1 23-25, 25-29, 25-16, 25-17 856 Mandala (28) H. Carroll (13)Nov. 20 No. 24 Pepperdine* L 0-3 19-25, 10-25, 17-25 352 Babin (14) H. Carroll (10)Nov. 22 Loyola Marymount* W 3-2 25-16, 25-21, 23-25, 20-25, 15-11 413 Berger (20) H. Carroll (21)Nov. 25 SAN JOSE STATE W 3-0 25-14, 25-23, 25-20 347 Mandala (14) H. Carroll (19)Dec. 5 Duke~ L 2-3 28-26, 21-25, 25-22, 23-25, 9-15 1066 Mandala (20) H. Carroll (22)

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# NAME GP/MP K KPG E TA PCT A APG SA SE SAPG RE DIG DPG BS BA TOT BPG BE BHE8 Sarah Mandala 114/30 413 3.62 158 864 .295 27 0.24 16 44 0.14 5 131 1.15 4 82 86 0.75 5 14 Carly Babin 112/30 318 2.84 72 653 .377 7 0.06 19 20 0.17 3 76 0.68 24 91 115 1.03 9 19 Alix Gombos 110/30 271 2.46 48 522 .427 10 0.09 0 0 0.00 2 26 0.24 17 88 105 0.95 3 019 Addie Webster 112/ 254 2.27 108 852 .171 26 0.23 17 14 0.15 25 310 2.77 7 40 47 0.42 3 210 Anna Berger 63/ 130 2.06 69 439 .139 10 0.16 14 11 0.22 28 112 1.78 5 23 28 0.44 0 015 Erin Bragg 102/ 82 0.80 40 226 .186 12 0.12 3 3 0.03 0 026 0.25 4 42 46 0.45 0 05 Darcy Carroll 112/30 50 0.45 11 94 .415 954 8.52 31 35 0.28 0 175 1.56 0 18 18 0.16 0 82 Chelsey Lowe 67/ 37 0.55 30 129 .054 12 0.18 9 15 0.13 18 94 1.40 0 4 4 0.06 0 011 Zuzana Bednarova 27/ 28 1.04 21 97 .072 2 0.07 0 3 0.00 4 9 0.33 0 7 7 0.26 0 012 Leinani Keanini 52/ 18 0.35 10 72 .111 8 0.15 8 5 0.15 4 53 1.02 0 3 3 0.06 1 06 Alaina Sully 92/ 12 0.13 2 20 .500 376 4.09 10 10 0.11 0 76 0.83 0 1 1 0.01 0 53 Haley Carroll 114/30 2 0.02 1 16 .062 38 0.33 39 44 0.34 24 520 4.56 0 0 0 0.00 0 1 Team -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 15 -- -- -- -- --- -- -- -- USF 114/30 1615 14.17 570 3984 .262 1481 12.99 166 204 1.46 128 1608 14.11 61 399 260.5 2.29 21 18 OPPONENTS 114/30 1411 12.38 587 3954 .208 1302 11.42 128 210 1.12 166 1520 13.33 55 378 244.0 2.14 81 11

DATE OPPONENT W/L SCORE SCORE-BY-GAME ATTEN. HIGH KILLS HIGH DIGSAug. 29 No. 24 Long Beach State! L 1-3 23-25, 19-25, 25-23, 21-25 1073 Mandala (22) Mandala, H. Carroll (18)Aug. 29 vs. Missouri State! W 3-2 25-16, 25-12, 20-25, 23-25, 15-9 550 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (24)Aug. 30 vs. Indiana! L 0-3 13-25, 12-25, 18-25 610 Babin (9) Webster (9)Sept. 5 UC SANTA BARBARA# W 3-1 26-24, 20-25, 28-26, 27-25 378 Babin, Mandala, Gombos (9) H. Carroll (18)Sept. 6 UT ARLINGTON# W 3-0 25-16, 25-16, 25-13 106 Mandala (13) H. Carroll (13)Sept. 6 UTAH STATE# W 3-0 25-19, 15-21, 25-22 240 Babin, Mandala, Webster (11) H. Carroll (17)Sept. 12 SACRAMENTO STATE$ W 3-0 25-13, 25-12, 25-20 277 Babin (10) H. Carroll (18)Sept. 13 VILLANOVA$ W 3-1 25-20, 22-25, 25-21, 25-14 103 Babin (17) H. Carroll (15)Sept. 13 MIAMI$ L 2-3 25-11, 19-25, 17-25, 25-21, 10-15 229 Mandala (21) H. Carroll (31)Sept. 19 Cal State Fullerton^ W 3-1 20-25, 28-26, 25-16, 25-15 249 Mandala (22) H. Carroll (23)Sept. 20 vs. No. 9 California^ L 0-3 23-25, 24-26, 24-26 123 Mandala (11) H. Carroll (10)Sept. 20 vs. Central Connecticut St^ W 3-1 25-23, 25-23, 23-25, 25-15 118 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (13)Sept. 26 PENN W 3-2 23-25, 20-25, 25-10, 25-13, 15-6 337 Babin (19) H. Carroll (22)Sept. 27 SEATTLE W 3-0 25-10, 25-17, 25-15 211 Mandala (9) H. Carroll (17)Oct. 2 PORTLAND* W 3-0 25-21, 25-21, 25-22 188 Babin, Gombos (9) H. Carroll (14)Oct. 4 GONZAGA* W 3-1 25-20, 25-22, 19-25, 27-25 217 Babin (15) H. Carroll (16)Oct. 11 No. 15 SAN DIEGO* W 3-1 22-25, 26-24, 25-23, 25-18 336 Babin (19) H. Carroll (14)Oct. 16 Saint Mary’s* W 3-2 25-22, 25-27, 17-25, 28-26, 15-12 217 Webster (19) H. Carroll (26)Oct. 18 No. 18 Santa Clara* W 3-1 21-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21 547 Mandala (16) H. Carroll (18)Oct. 23 LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* W 3-0 25-19, 25-18, 25-18 513 Mandala (15) H. Carroll (19)Oct. 25 No. 15 PEPPERDINE* W 3-1 26-24, 23-25, 25-16, 26-24 773 Mandala (17) H. Carroll (23)Oct. 30 Gonzaga* L 2-3 21-25, 19-25, 29-27, 25-13, 10-15 179 Babin (20) Webster (16)Nov. 1 Portland* W 3-0 25-21, 25-19, 25-16 222 Mandala (15) H. Carroll (13)Nov. 8 No. 14 San Diego* L 0-3 21-25, 22-25, 21-25 304 Mandala, Webster (9) H. Carroll (14)Nov. 13 No. 21 SANTA CLARA* W 3-0 26-24, 25-29, 25-17 1010 Gombos (12) H. Carroll (18)Nov. 15 SAINT MARY’S* W 3-1 23-25, 25-29, 25-16, 25-17 856 Mandala (28) H. Carroll (13)Nov. 20 No. 24 Pepperdine* L 0-3 19-25, 10-25, 17-25 352 Babin (14) H. Carroll (10)Nov. 22 Loyola Marymount* W 3-2 25-16, 25-21, 23-25, 20-25, 15-11 413 Berger (20) H. Carroll (21)Nov. 25 SAN JOSE STATE W 3-0 25-14, 25-23, 25-20 347 Mandala (14) H. Carroll (19)Dec. 5 Duke~ L 2-3 28-26, 21-25, 25-22, 23-25, 9-15 1066 Mandala (20) H. Carroll (22)

! - Long Beach State Inivitational # - USF Asics/Powerade Challenge $ - USF Asics/Coca-Cola Challenge^ - Cal State Fullerton Invitational * - West Coast Conference match ~ - 2009 NCAA Tournament First RoundALL HOME MATCHES played at War Memorial Gym (4,600)

RECORD BOOK

ALIX GOMBOSAll-Time Single Season Hitting Pecentage Leader and WCC Record Holder (.427 - 2008)

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Melanie Kaiser1,468/1,236

Lisa Tschannen1,339/832

Brittanie Budinger1,518/1,191

Megan Morse741/909

Jaime Schopflin706/801

***PLEASE NOTE: Statistical information is incomplete prior to 1986. Not all game results and season cumulative stats exist for all players.

Amanda Willnerd 857/1,059

CAREER KILLS 1. Kristin Hasselberg (2004-07)................................................ 1,530 2. Brittanie Budinger (2000-03) ................................................. 1,518 3. Melanie Kaiser (1988-91) .......................................................... 1,468 4. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) ....................................................... 1,339 5. Teresa Russell (1999-2003) ................................................... 1,244 6. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) .................................................. 1,066 7. Kathy Schindler (1982-85) .................................................... *1,052 8. Chiara Lawrence (1993-96) ...................................................... 1,011 9. Laura Tinetti (1997-2000) .......................................................... 976 10. Sharon Mellen (1984-87) ............................................................ 876 11. Carly Babin (2005-08) ............................................................... 863 12. Amanda Willnerd (1998-2001) ................................................... 857 13. Theresa Hart (2003-05) ............................................................. 845 14. Alix Gombos (2005-08) .............................................................. 824 15. KeLicia Shorts (2002-05) ............................................................ 811 14. Megan Morse (1991-94) ................................................................. 741 15. Sarah Mandala (2007- ) ................................................... 736

CAREER KILLS (Per Set) 1. Kristin Hasselberg (2004-07)........................................ 3.94/388 2. Melanie Kaiser (1988-91) ................................................ 3.80/386 2. Brittanie Budinger (2000-03) ...................................... 3.80/400 4. Sarah Mandala (2007-) ......................................... 3.52/763 5. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) ............................................... 3.44/389 6. Jodi Princeton (1992-93) ................................................. 3.34/194 7. Teresa Russell (1999-) ..................................................... 3.32/375 8. Kathy Schindler (1982-85) ........................................... *3.00/350 9. Kelly Harris (1994-95) ...................................................... 2.98/231 10. Jaime Schopflin (1996-98) ............................................. 2.79/253 11. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) .......................................... 2.63/406

CAREER DIGS 1. Brynn Maurer (2004-07) ......................................................... 1,703 2. Haley Carroll (2006-)..................................................... 1,564 3. Melanie Kaiser (1988-91) .......................................................... 1,236 4. Brittanie Budinger (2000-03) .................................................. 1,191 5. Amanda Willnerd (1998-2001) ................................................ 1,059 6. Caroline Skacel (2000-03)...................................................... 1,037 7. Carrie Dunlap (1990-93) ............................................................ 988 8. Denise Pardoen (1985-88)......................................................... 976 9. Teresa Russell (1999-2003) ...................................................... 918 10. Megan Morse (1991-94) ............................................................... 909 11. Theresa Hart (2003-05) ............................................................ 870 12. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) .......................................................... 832 13. Jaime Schopflin (1996-98) ......................................................... 801 14. Kelly Harris (1994-95) ................................................................ 786 15. Sarah McCandless (1992-95) ..................................................... 716 CAREER DIGS (Per Set) 1. Haley Carroll (2006-)............................................ 4.77/328 2. Brynn Maurer (2004-07) ................................................. 4.09/416 3. Kelly Harris (1994-95) ...................................................... 3.40/231 4. Jodi Princeton (1992-93) ................................................. 3.20/194 4. Melanie Kaiser (1988-91) ................................................. 3.20/386 6. Jamie Schopflin (1996-98) .............................................. 3.17/253 7. Brittanie Budinger (2000-03) ....................................... 2.98/400 8. Amanda Willnerd (1998-2001) ....................................... 2.88/368 9. Carrie Dunlap (1990-93) ................................................. 2.74/360 10. Denise Pardoen (1985-88)............................................... 2.70/361

CAREER TOTAL BLOCKS 1. Teresa Russell (1999-2003) ..................................................... 454 2. Chiara Lawrence (1993-96) ....................................................... 419 3. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) .......................................................... 397 . Carly Babin (2005-08) ............................................................... 397 5. Alix Gombos (2005-08) ............................................................. 359 6. Laura Tinetti (1997-2000) .......................................................... 357 7. KeLicia Shorts (2002-05) .......................................................... 355 8. Sharon Mellen (1985-88) ............................................................ 319 9. Tracy Harrison (1982-85) ......................................................... *316 10. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) ..................................................... 296

CAREER SOLO BLOCKS 1. Tracy Harrison (1982-85) ......................................................... *127 2. Sharon Mellen (1984-87) ............................................................. 124 3. Teresa Russell (1999-2003) ........................................................ 112 4. Chiara Lawrence (1993-96) ........................................................ 110 5. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) ............................................................ 88 6. KeLicia Shorts (2002-) .................................................................. 79 7. Carly Babin (2005-08) .................................................................. 67 8. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) ....................................................... 66 9. Laura Tinetti (1997-2000) ............................................................ 59 10. Deanne Anastas (1987-90) .......................................................... 58 CAREER ASSISTS

1. Denise MacDougal (1989-92) ................................................ 3,464 2. Jamie Kartchner (2004-06) .................................................. 3,270 3. Darcy Carroll (2003-08) ....................................................... 3,202 4. April Scoggin (2000-03) ......................................................... 3,199 5. Sarah McCandless (1992-95) ................................................ 2,989 6. Molly McEnery (1994-96) ........................................................ 2,928 7. Darcy Carroll (2005-08) ........................................................ 2,250 8. Margaret Hillhouse (1986-88) ................................................. 1,791 9. Christina Beckmann (1998-99) ............................................... 1,130 10. Sandy Kruger (1997-98) ............................................................ 1,123 CAREER SERVICE ACES 1. Kathy Schindler (1982-85) .........................................................*194 2. Theresa Hart (2003-05) ................................................................121 3. Haley Carroll (2006-)......................................................... 118 4. Denise Pardoen (1985-88).............................................................114 5. Megan Morse (1991-94) .................................................................. 110 6. Laura Tinetti (1997-2000) ............................................................ 109 7. Caroline Skacel (2000-03).......................................................... 107 8. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) ....................................................... 103 9. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) ............................................................. 101 10. Tracy Harrison (1982-85) ..........................................................*96

CAREER SETS PLAYED 1. Chiara Lawrence (1993-96) ....................................................... 429 2. Brynn Maurer (2004-07) ............................................................. 416 3. Sharon Mellen (1984-87) ................................................................411 4. Jeanette Sargenti (1994-97) ......................................................406 5. Sarah McCandless (1992-95) ..................................................... 405 6. Brittanie Budinger (2000-03) ...................................................400 7. Laura Tinetti (1997-2000) ...........................................................395 8. Caroline Skacel (2000-03).........................................................395 9. Lisa Tschannen (1989-92) ...........................................................389 10. Kristin Hasselberg (2004-07)....................................................388

OTHER CAREER RECORDSKill Average .......................................3.94, Kristin Hasselberg (2004-07)Attack Percentage ............................................... .357, Alix Gombos (2005-08)Dig Average ............................................4.77, Haley Carroll (2006-)Ace Average ...........................................................*0.72, Kathy Schindler (1982-85)Assist Average .....................................................11.14, Denise MacDougal (1989-92) Block Average: ...................................................... 1.39, Tracy Harrison (1982-85)All returnees in bold

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TEAM RECORDS (Since 1984)Wins ........................................................................................23 (2003 & 2006)Winning Percentage .............................................................742 (23-8, 2003)Consecutive Wins ........................................................ 15 (8/29-9/20, 2003)Attack Percentage ..............................................................262 (2008)Kill Average .......................................................................................16.3 (2000)Dig Average ........................................................................................ 19.4 (1988)Service Ace Average ..........................................................................3.1 (1984)Ace/Service Error ........................................................................... 1.06 (1984)Block Average ..................................................................................2.67 (2006)

OPPONENT LOWS (Since 1985)Attack Percentage ............................................................................180 (2006)Kill Average .........................................................................................10.7 (1987)Dig Average ........................................................................................ 13.2 (1987)Service Ace Average ......................................................................0.91 (2003)Block Average ....................................................................................1.80 (1999)

INDIVIDUAL RECORDSKill Average ................................................. 4.75, Brittanie Budinger (2003)Dig Average ......................................................... 5.06, Brynn Maurer (2005)Service Ace Average ...............................................................1.04, Kathy Schindler (1984)Block Average ..................................................... 1.68, Tracy Harrison (1985)Assist Average ....................................................12.70, April Scoggin (2003)

KILLS (Sets) 1. Brittanie Budinger (2003)..............................................556 (117) 2. Kristin Hasselberg (2005) .............................................. 514 (114) 3. Brittanie Budinger (2002) ..............................................504 (110) 4. Kristin Hasselberg (2006) ............................................494 (108) 5. Teresa Russell (2003)......................................................457 (117) 6. Melanie Kaiser (1990) .......................................................451 (110) 7. Melanie Kaiser (1991) ......................................................448 (107) 8. Stephanie Voelckers (2004) .......................................... 444 (113) 9. Kathy Schindler (1985) ....................................................436 (116) 10. Lisa Tschannen (1992) .....................................................425 (101) 11. Sarah Mandala (2008) .......................................... 413 (114) 12. Laura Tinetti (2000) ........................................................401 (102) 13. Lisa Tschannen (1990) .................................................... 396 (110) 14. Kelly Harris (1995) ..........................................................395 (125) 15. Jodi Princeton (1993) .................................................... 392 (106) ATTACK PERCENTAGE (min. 300 attempts) 1. Alix Gombos (2008) ................................................................ .427 2. Carly Babin (2008).................................................................. .377 3. KeLicia Shorts (2005) ............................................................. .357 4. Alix Gombos (2006) ................................................................. .345 5. Carly Babin (2007) ................................................................... .335 6. Lisa Tschannen (1992) ............................................................. .325 7. Kathy Schindler (1984) ............................................................. .314 8. Carly Babin (2006) .................................................................... .313 9. Teresa Russell (2003).............................................................. .312 10. Alix Gombos (2007) ...................................................................309 DIGS (Games) 1. Brynn Maurer (2005) .................................................... 546 (108) 2. Haley Carroll (2007) ............................................522 (105) 2. Haley Carroll (2006) ............................................522 (109) 4. Haley Carroll (2008) ............................................ 520 (114) 5. Brynn Maurer (2004) ...................................................... 457 (95) 6. Kelly Harris (1995) ...........................................................419 (125) 7. Brittanie Budinger (2003).................................................411 (117) 8. Jaime Schopflin (1996) ................................................. 393 (105) 9. Stephanie Voelckers (2004) ..................................................375 (2004) 10. Kim Gray (1988) ................................................................373 (88) 11. Melanie Kaiser (1990) .......................................................371 (110) 12. Mary Toole (1986) ............................................................367 (104) 12. Kelly Harris (1994) .......................................................... 367 (106) 14. Caroline Skacel (2003) ...................................................366 (117) 14. Brynn Maurer (2006) .................................................... 356 (106) TOTAL BLOCKS (Games) 1. Tracy Harrison (1985) ....................................................... 186 (111) 2. Carly Babin (2006) ............................................................ 143 (110) 3. Chiara Lawrence (1995) ..................................................139 (125) 4. KeLicia Shorts (2005) ....................................................... 138 (111) 4. Teresa Russell (2003)...................................................... 138 (117) 6. Teresa Russell (1999) ......................................................136 (104) 7. KeLicia Shorts (2004) ...................................................... 132 (112) 8. Lisa Tschannen (1992) ...................................................... 126 (101) 9. Teresa Russell (2000) ....................................................123 (102) 10. Carly Babin (2007) ............................................................ 121 (103)

SOLO BLOCKS (Games) 1. Tracy Harrison (1984) ......................................................69 (123) 2. Tracy Harrison (1985) ........................................................ 58 (111) 3. Chiara Lawrence (1995) ................................................... 52 (125) 4. Teresa Russell (1999) .......................................................43 (104) 5. Teresa Russell (2003)........................................................34 (117) 6. KeLicia Shorts (2005) ..........................................................31 (111) 7. Lisa Tschannen (1990) .......................................................30 (110) 8. KeLicia Shorts (2004) ....................................................... 29 (112) 9. Sharon Mellen (1987) ......................................................... 28 (92) 10. Sharon Mellen (1986) ........................................................ 27 (105)

ASSISTS (Games) 1. Jamie Kartchner (2004) ............................................... 1,479 (117) 2. April Scoggin (2003) ...................................................... 1,461 (117) 3. Denise MacDougal (1990) ............................................ 1,258 (110) 4. Molly McEnery (1996) ................................................... 1,220 (105) 5. Sarah McCandless (1993) .............................................. 1,216 (112) 6. Darcy Caroll (2007) ....................................................... 1,101 (100) 7. Denise MacDougal (1991) .............................................1,095 (100) 8. Molly McEnery (1995) .................................................... 1,086 (119) 9. Jamie Kartchner (2005).............................................. 1,040 (99) 10. Sandy Kruger (1997) ....................................................1,036 (108)

SERVICE ACES (Games) 1. Kathy Schindler (1985) .....................................................100 (116) 2. Kathy Schindler (1984) ...................................................... 94 (90) 3. Tracy Harrison (1984) .................................................................57 4. Patti Lopez (1984) .........................................................................54 5. Jenni Boron (1984) ........................................................................51 6. Jeanette Sargenti (1995)..................................................47 (125) 7. Theresa Hart (2003) ..........................................................46 (117) 8. Caroline Skacel (2003) ......................................................45 (117) 9. Kristin Hasselberg (2005) ................................................44 (114) 10. Kim Goodwin (1992) ............................................................ 43 (92)

COMBINED KILLS AND DIGS 1. Brittanie Budinger (2003)..........................................967 (556/411) 2. Brittanie Budinger (2002) .......................................838 (504/334) 3. Melanie Kaiser (1990) ............................................ 822 (451/371) 4. Stephanie Voelckers (2004) ............................................819 (444/375) 5. Kelly Harris (1995) .................................................814 (395/419) 6. Kristin Hasselberg (2005) ...............................................766 (514/252) 7. Melanie Kaiser (1991) ............................................764 (448/316) 7. Kathy Schindler (1985) ........................................764 (436/328) 9. Jaime Schopflin (1996) ...................................... 756 (363/393) 10. Jodi Princeton (1993) ..........................................736 (392/344)

COMBINED KILLS BY TEAMMATES 1. 1,013, in 2003 by Brittanie Budinger (556) and Teresa Russell (457) 2. 861, in 2005 by Kristin Hasselberg (514) and KeLicia Shorts (347) 3. 847, in 1990 by Melanie Kaiser (451) and Lisa Tschannen (396) 4. 817, in 2006 by Kristin Hasselberg (494) and Alix Gombos (323) 5. 793, in 1991 by Melanie Kaiser (448) and Lisa Tschannen (345) COMBINED DIGS BY TEAMMATES 1. 878, in 2006 by Haley Carroll (522) and Brynn Maurer (356) 2. 866, in 2007 by Haley Carroll (522) and Brynn Maurer (344) 3. 832, in 2004 by Brynn Maurer (457) and Stephanie Voelckers (375) 4. 830, in 2008 by Haley Carroll (520) and Addie Webster (310) 5. 798, in 2005 by Brynn Maurer (546) and Kristin Hasselberg (252) COMBINED KILLS & DIGS BY TEAMMATES 1. 1,675, in 2003 by Budinger (556/411) and Russell (457/251) 2. 1,502, in 2004 by Voelckers (444/375) and Hart (357/326)

USF VOLLEYBALL IN THE WCC RECORD BOOK

SINGLE SEASON (All Matches)Hitting Perecentage 1. Alix Gombos (2008).......................................................... .427Digs (Games) 6. Brynn Maurer (2005) ...........................................546 (5.06) 9. Haley Carroll (2007, 2008) ............ 522 (4.79, 4.97)Aces (Games) 1. Kathy Schindler (1985) ..........................................100 (0.90)Total Blocks (Games) 1. Tracy Harrison (1985) ............................................ 186 (1.68)Block Solos (Games) 8. Tracy Harrison (1985) ............................................ 58 (0.52)Block Assists (Games) 7. Tracy Harrison (1985) ..............................................128 (1.15)

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TEAM RECORDSKills ................................................................. 104 (at Portland, 11/15/96)Attempts .............................................................266 (at USD, 10/13/90)Attack Pct. ......................................... #.596/39-5-57 (USD, 10/3/87)Digs ................................................................................152 (USD, 11/1/90)Service Aces ..................................20 (*USD, 11/11/84; #SF State, 9/20/86)Blocks .............................................................*26 (at Nevada, 10/3/86)Win Margin ........................................... #42 (Jackson State, 9/23/95)

#TEAM BESTS IN 3 GAMES (if not above)Kills .....................................................74 (Loyola Marymount, 11/18/00)Attempts ......................................... 184 (Loyola Marymount, 11/18/00) Digs ............................................................ 109 (Wichita State, 9/19/87)Service Aces ..........................................................19 (Boise State, 1984)Blocks ............................................................. 19 (at Gonzaga, 10/13/95)

*TEAM BESTS IN 4 GAMES (if not above)Kills .................................................84 (at Northern Arizona, 11/25/00)Attempts .................................... 237 (at Northern Arizona, 11/25/00)Attack Pct. ............................... .352/64-19-128 (St. Mary’s, 11/15/08)Digs ................................................................... 142 (Oklahoma, 9/19/87)Win Margin ...................................... 26 (CS Dominguez Hills, 9/12/85)Low Attack Errors ......................................8 (Santa Clara, 10/30/84)Low Service Errors ...............................3 (at Cal Poly-SLO, 9/26/97)Low Reception Errors....................................... 1 (at Long Beach State,....................................................... 8/29/08; at Pepperdine, 10/21/88)

TEAM BESTS IN 5 GAMES (if not above)Attack Pct. ................................ .384/73-17-177 (St. Mary’s, 10/3/85)Blocks ................................................22 (at CS Sacramento, 10/9/85)Win Margin .................................................21 (San Jose State, 9/14/91)Low Attack Errors ....................................... 13 (Washington, 10/8/83)Low Service Errors ..........................................2 (at Hofstra, 11/22/91)Low Reception Errors..........................................1 (Portland, 9/10/82)

KILLS IN A MATCH36 ................................. Melanie Kaiser (at Portland State, 10/8/89)34 ........................................Jeanette Sargenti (at Portland, 11/15/96)33 .................................Kristin Hasselberg (North Carolina, 9/3/05)33 .............................................Jodi Princeton (Pepperdine, 10/9/93)31 ............................................ Brittanie Budinger (Air Force, 9/21/02)30 .....................................Laura Tinetti (Northern Arizona, 11/25/00)30 .......................................... Deanne Anastas (at Portland, 10/7/89)

ATTACK PERCENTAGE (MIN 10 ATT.)#.833/10-0-12...............................Alix Gombos (Delaware, 8/27/05).833/15-0-18 ............................ Kristina Bognar (Gonzaga, 10/12/00).826/19-0-23 ....................................... Carly Babin (San Diego, 10/11/08).773/18-1-22 ............................Chiara Lawrence (Jackson St., 9/23/95)

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DIGS IN A MATCH49 ............................................ *Denise Pardoen (Oklahoma, 9/19/87)40................................Haley Carroll (San Jose State, 9/12/07)36 ........................................... Kathy Schindler (Boise State, 9/7/85)35.........................................Amanda Willnerd (Saint Mary’s, 11/12/99)34 ...........................Haley Carroll (Sacramento State, 9/8/06)33 ............................................... Brynn Maurer (San Jose State, 9/6/05)32 ...........................................Haley Carroll (Gonzaga, 10/18/07)32 ..............................Brynn Maurer, 3x (last Sacramento St., 9/20/05)32 ........................................Amanda Willnerd (Wichita State, 9/4/99)32 .................................................. Melanie Kaiser (San Diego, 11/1/90)32 ........................................................... Mary Toole (Gonzaga, 9/5/86)

BLOCKS IN A MATCH15 ............................................................... Carly Babin (Penn, 9/26/08)13 ................................................Teresa Russell (Santa Clara, 11/6/99)12 ...............................................KeLicia Shorts (at Gonzaga, 10/14/05)12 ................................ Tracy Harrison (at CS Sacramento, 10/9/85)12 ........................................Tracy Harrison (at Washington, 10/13/84)11 ...................................Alix Gombos (vs. No. 25 San Diego, 9/28/06)11 .................................... Carly Babin (vs. UC Santa Barbara, 9/3/06)11 .....................................................#Linzy Kearney (Cal Poly, 9/13/05)11 ......................................................Teresa Russell (Gonzaga, 10/2/99)11 ...............................*Sarah McCandless (CS Sacramento, 9/10/94)11 ........................................#Chiara Lawrence (at Gonzaga, 10/13/95)11 ............................................... Tracy Harrison (at Oregon, 10/28/83)

ASSISTS IN A MATCH87 ............................................... Molly McEnery (at Portland, 11/15/96)82 .............................................. Denise MacDougal (at USD, 10/13/90)78 ............................ April Scoggin (vs. Sacramento State, 10/21/03)78 ...................................... Denise MacDougal (at Portland, 10/2/89) 75 .......................................... Christen Hamilton (Portland, 10/28/00)75 .................................... Denise MacDougal (2, last vs. USD, 11/1/91) 73 ...........................................Jamie Kartchner (at Gonzaga, 10/9/04)72 .........................................April Scoggin (at Saint Mary’s, 11/22/03)71 ......................................Darcy Carroll (vs. No. 14 Cal Poly, 9/14/07)71 ...................................................... Kathy Hold (Santa Clara, 11/4/88)70 .....................................Darcy Carroll (vs. San Jose State, 9/1/06)

SERVICE ACES IN A MATCH9 .................................................... *Kathy Schindler (vs. ISIU, 9/7/85)8 .............................*Kathy Schindler (vs. Cal Poly Pomona, 11/9/84)8 ...........................................*Kathy Schindler (vs. Nevada, 10/22/83)7 ..................................................April Scoggin (vs. Gonzaga, 10/11/03)7 ........................................................................Kathy Schindler (3 times)7 ......................................................... Kelly Fey (vs. Portland, 9/10/82)7 .....................................Karla Eriksen (vs. San Jose State, 11/10/93)

BESTS IN 3 GAMES (if not above)Kills: ......................................25, Lisa Tschannen (Portland, 9/29/90)Digs: ...............................29, Haley Carroll (Portland, 10/21/06)Assists: .................................................61, Christen Hamilton (LMU, 11/18/00)

*BESTS IN 4 GAMES (if not above)Kills: 30............................Laura Tinetti (Northern Arizona, 11/25/00)Attack Percentage: ......................................684/13-0-9, Alix Gombos..................................................................................... (Gonzaga, 10/4/08) Assists: ........................75, Christen Hamilton (Portland, 10/28/00)

BEST IN 5 GAMES (if not above)Attack Percentage: ................................... .700/7-0-10, Molly McEnery ..................................................................................(at Nevada, 11/26/96)

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INDIVIDUAL CLASS LEADERS*FRESHMANKills ..........................................................Sarah Mandala, 350 (2007)Hitting ..........................................................Teresa Russell, .259 (1999)Digs .............................................................Haley Carroll, 522 (2006)Assists ................................................... Denise MacDougal, 922 (1989)Blocks ............................................................Teresa Russell, 136 (1999)Aces ........................................................................ Patti Lopez, 54 (1984)

SOPHOMOREKills .........................................................Kristin Hasselberg, 514 (2005)Hitting ............................................................. Alix Gombos, .345 (2006)Digs ................................................................ Brynn Maurer, 546 (2005)Assists ...................................................Jamie Kartchner, 1,479 (2004)Blocks .................................................................Carly Babin, 143 (2006)Aces ........................................................... Jeanette Sargenti, 47 (1995)

JUNIORKills ........................................................Brittanie Budinger, 504 (2002)Hitting ...............................................................Carly Babin, .335 (2007)Digs .............................................................Haley Carroll, 520 (2008)Assists ...........................................................Darcy Carroll, 1,101 (2007)Blocks ........................................................Chiara Lawrence, 139 (1995)Aces ................................................................Kathy Schindler, 94 (1984)

SENIORKills ....................................................... Brittanie Budinger, 556 (2003)Hitting ............................................................. Alix Gombos, .427 (2008)Digs .......................................................................Kelly Harris, 419 (1995)Assists .......................................................... April Scoggin, 1,461 (2003)Blocks ...........................................................Tracy Harrison, 186 (1985)Aces ..............................................................Kathy Schindler, 100 (1985)

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Bognar - 15 K, 53 A, 12 D ................................. (at Gonzaga, 10/12/01)Tschannen - 19 K, 18 A, 13 D, 8 B ............................ (vs. LMU 10/11/91)

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ACES LEADER (Per Game)2008 Haley Carroll ................................................................ 39 (0.34)2007 Haley Carroll .................................................................38 (0.36)2006 Haley Carroll ..................................................................41 (0.38)2005 Kristin Hasselberg .................................................................. 44 (0.39)2004 Theresa Hart ............................................................................40 (0.36)2003 Theresa Hart ............................................................................ 46 (0.39)2002 Kristina Bognar ....................................................................... 29 (0.28)2001 April Scoggin .............................................................................22 (0.27)2000 Christen Hamilton, Teresa Russell, Caroline Skacel ........................................................... 171999 Laura Tinetti ..............................................................................24 (0.24)1998 Laura Tinetti .............................................................................39 (0.26)1997 Sandy Kruger ............................................................................ 33( 0.31)1996 Chiara Lawrence, Jeanette Sargenti .................................30 (0.29)1995 Jeanette Sargenti ................................................................... 47 (0.38)1994 Megan Morse ............................................................................. 31 (0.34)1993 Megan Morse ...........................................................................30 (0.28)1992 Kim Goodwin ..............................................................................43 (0.47)1991 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................ 33 (0.32)1990 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................ 29 (0.26)1989 Denise MacDougal ...................................................................28 (0.33)1988 Kathy Hold ................................................................................. 26 (0.33)1987 Margaret Hillhouse ................................................................. 40 (0.45)1986 Mary Toole ................................................................................ 37 (0.36)1985 Kathy Schindler ......................................................................100 (0.99)1984 Kathy Schindler .........................................................................94 (1.04)

INDIVIDUALAttack Percentage2008 Alix Gombos (.426)1992 Lisa Tschannen (.325) Aces1992 Kim Goodwin (0.47)1985 Kathy Schindler (0.90)

USF AMONG WEST COAST CONFERENCE INDIVIDUAL/TEAM SINGLE-SEASON LEADERSDigs2007 Haley Carroll (4.97)1994 Kelly Harris (3.46)1988 Kim Gray (4.24)1986 Mary Toole (3.53) 1985 Kathy Schindler (2.95)

Assists1989 Denise MacDougal (10.98)

TEAM1985 Attack Percentage (.227)2001 Block Average (2.35) 1988 Digs Average (19.37) 2003 Ace Average (1.75) 1985 Ace Average (2.45)

KILLS LEADER (Per Game)2008 Sarah Mandala ............................................................ 412 (3.62)2007 Kristin Hasselberg ................................................................350 (3.40) 2006 Kristin Hasselberg .................................................................494 (4.57) 2005 Kristin Hasselberg ...................................................................514 (4.51)2004 Stephanie Voelckers ............................................................ 444 (3.93)2003 Brittanie Budinger ................................................................ 556 (4.75)2002 Brittanie Budinger ................................................................504 (4.58)2001 Amanda Willnerd ...................................................................255 (3.00)2000 Laura Tinetti ............................................................................401 (3.93)1999 Casie Lomax ........................................................................... 267 (2.78)1998 Laura Tinetti ............................................................................ 199 (2.07)1997 Jeanette Sargenti ................................................................. 252 (2.33)1996 Jaime Schopflin .....................................................................363 (3.46)1995 Kelly Harris ............................................................................395 (3.16)1994 Kelly Harris ............................................................................. 295 (2.78)1993 Jodi Princeton .......................................................................392 (3.68)1992 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................425 (4.21)1991 Melanie Kaiser ........................................................................ 448 (4.19)1990 Melanie Kaiser ..........................................................................451 (4.10)1989 Melanie Kaiser .......................................................................365 (4.35)1988 Kim Gray ..........................................................................................228 (2.59)1987 Sharon Mellen ......................................................................... 240 (2.61)1986 Sharon Mellen ........................................................................262 (2.50)1985 Kathy Schindler .....................................................................436 (3.92)1984 Kathy Schindler .....................................................................383 (4.03)

DIGS LEADER (Per Game)2008 Haley Carroll ............................................................. 520 (4.56)2007 Haley Carroll ...............................................................522 (4.97)2006 Haley Carroll ...............................................................522 (4.79)2005 Brynn Maurer .........................................................................546 (5.06)2004 Brynn Maurer ...........................................................................457 (4.81)2003 Brittanie Budinger ....................................................................411 (3.51)2002 Brittanie Budinger ................................................................334 (3.04)2001 Amanda Willnerd .................................................................... 265 (3.12)2000 Amanda Willnerd ................................................................... 279 (3.07)1999 Amanda Willnerd .................................................................. 300 (3.00)1998 Amanda Willnerd .................................................................... 215 (2.34)1997 Sandy Kruger .......................................................................... 260 (2.41)1996 Jaime Schopflin .....................................................................393 (3.74)1995 Kelly Harris ............................................................................419 (3.35)1994 Kelly Harris .............................................................................367 (3.46)1993 Jodi Princeton ....................................................................... 344 (3.25)1992 Carrie Dunlap ......................................................................... 294 (3.27)1991 Melanie Kaiser ........................................................................316 (2.95)1990 Melanie Kaiser ........................................................................ 371 (3.37)1989 Melanie Kaiser .......................................................................289 (3.44)1988 Kim Gray .................................................................................. 373 (4.24)1987 Denise Pardoen .....................................................................328 (3.53)1986 Mary Toole ..............................................................................367 (3.53)1985 Kathy Schindler .....................................................................330 (2.95)1984 Kathy Schindler .....................................................................383 (4.03)

ASSISTS LEADER (Per Game)2008 Darcy Carroll ......................................................................... 953 (8.51)2007 Darcy Carroll .......................................................................... 1,101 (11.01)2006 Darcy Carroll ..........................................................................769 (7.47)2005 Jamie Kartchner ................................................................ 1,040 (10.51)2004 Jamie Kartchner ................................................................ 1,479 (12.64)2003 April Scoggin ........................................................................ 1,461 (12.70)2002 Kristina Bognar ......................................................................912 (8.94)2001 April Scoggin .........................................................................832 (10.27)2000 Christen Hamilton ................................................................... 713 (9.51)1999 Christina Beckmann ............................................................. 679 (7.54)1998 Christina Beckmann .............................................................. 451 (7.39)1997 Sandy Kruger ....................................................................... 1036 (9.59)1996 Molly McEnery .......................................................................1220 (11.62)1995 Molly McEnery ....................................................................... 1086 (9.13)1994 Molly McEnery ......................................................................... 622 (9.15)1993 Sarah McCandless .............................................................. 1216 (10.86)1992 Sarah McCandless ................................................................1013 (11.92)1991 Denise MacDougal .............................................................. 1095 (10.95)1990 Denise MacDougal ................................................................ 1258 (11.44)1989 Denise MacDougal ............................................................... 922 (10.98)1988 Kathy Hold ................................................................................627 (7.94)1987 Margaret Hillhouse ................................................................761 (8.65)1986 Margaret Hillhouse .................................................................755 (7.19)1985 Mary Carlson ..............................................................................................1984 Patty Lopez .................................................................................................

BLOCKS LEADER (Per Game)2008 Carly Babin ............................................................................... 115 (1.03)2007 Alix Gombos ............................................................................... . 111 (1.22)2006 Carly Babin ............................................................................. . 143 (1.30)2005 KeLicia Shorts ............................................................................138 (1.14) 2004 KeLicia Shorts ............................................................................132 (1.18) 2003 Teresa Russell ..........................................................................134 (1.18)2002 Liz MacAusland ........................................................................88 (0.84)2001 Nikki Stover .............................................................................. 70 (0.92)2000 Teresa Russell ..........................................................................123 (1.22)1999 Teresa Russell .......................................................................... 136 (1.31)1998 Laura Tinetti .............................................................................88 (0.92)1997 Jeanette Sargenti ................................................................... 84 (0.78)1996 Chiara Lawrence .....................................................................93 (0.90)1995 Chiara Lawrence ........................................................................139 (1.11)1994 Chiara Lawrence ........................................................................111 (1.08)1993 Molly Downing .......................................................................... 79 (0.92)1992 Lisa Tschannen .........................................................................126 (1.25)1991 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................96 (0.92)1990 Lisa Tschannen ...........................................................................121 (1.10)1989 Lisa Tschannen .........................................................................54 (0.73)1988 Shelley Haight ...........................................................................77 (0.85)1987 Sharon Mellen ..........................................................................82 (0.89)1986 Sharon Mellen ...........................................................................76 (0.72)1985 Tracy Harrison ........................................................................ 186 (1.68)1984 Tracy Harrison ..........................................................................121 (1.26)

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Year Coach Record (WCC)1978 Katharina Koin 8-111979 Katharina Koin 6-161980 Marty Kennedy 8-18-21981 Marty Kennedy 7-241982 Marty Kennedy 11-201983 Marty Kennedy 10-241984 Steve Pickering 16-191985 Steve Pickering 17-13 (6-6, 4th)1986 Laurie Corbelli 8-24 (2-10, 6th)1987 Laurie Corbelli 16-13 (9-5, 3rd-T)1988 Laurie Corbelli 10-16 (7-7, 3rd-T)1989 Laurie Corbelli 5-18 (4-10, 7th)1990 Sue Bethanis 10-20 (2-12, 7th-T)1991 Sue Bethanis 7-20 (2-12, 7th)1992 Sue Bethanis 12-15 (4-10, 6th)1993 Karin Wallenstein 11-22 (5-9, 5th-T)1994 Karin Wallenstein 7-23 (3-11, 7th)1995 Karin Wallenstein 9-26 (2-12, 8th)1996 Karin Wallenstein 7-23 (3-11, 6th-T)1997 Karin Wallenstein 3-27 (0-14, 8th)1998 David Noble 1-29 (0-14, 8th)1999 David Noble 13-17 (4-10, 6th)2000 David Noble 12-15 (4-10, 6th) 2001 David Noble 9-16 (4-10, 6th)2002 David Noble 6-25 (2-12, T-7th)2003 Jeff Nelson 23-8 (7-7, 4th)2004 Jeff Nelson 12-20 (4-10, 6th)2005 Jeff Nelson 18-13 (4-10, 6th)2006 Jeff Nelson 23-10 (6-8, T-4th)2007 Gilad Doron 17-13 (6-8, 5th)2008 Gilad Doron 22-8 (11-3, 2nd)

USF OVERALL COACHING RECORDSCoach (Years) Record (Pct.)Katharina Koin (1978-79) 14-27 (.341)Marty Kennedy (1980-83) 36-86 (.295)Steve Pickering (1984-85) 33-32 (.508)Laurie Corbelli (1986-89) 39-71 (.355)Sue Bethanis (1990-92) 29-55 (.345)Karin Wallenstein (1993-97) 37-121 (.234)David Noble (1998-2002) 41-102 (.287)Jeff Nelson (2003-06) 76-51 (.598)Gilad Doron (2007-) 39-21 (.650)

WEST COAST CONFERENCE WINSLaurie Corbelli (1986-89) 22Jeff Nelson (2003-06) 21Gilad Doron (2007-) 17David Noble (1998-2002) 14Karin Wallenstein (1993-97) 13Sue Bethanis (1990-92) 8

USF VOLLEYBALL MILESTONESFirst Match: vs. Sonoma State 9/20/77First Win: 2-0 vs. Notre Dame De Namur (9/24/77)First West Coast Conference Win: vs. Nevada (10/4/85)50th Win: vs. Occidental (11/12/83)50th West Coast Conference Win: 3-1 vs. Portland (10/1/99)100th Win: 3-2 vs. Portland (10/8/87)

Standing (l-r): Kathy Porter, Kim Rowbatham, Debbie Stark, Sue Enos, Jeannie Ray, Lin Clark, Head Coach Yolanda Tehero; Sitting (l-r): Erica Anderson, Janet Hvolboll, Eileen Stifter, Margie Hutton, Claudia Hawkins

150th Win: 3-2 at Saint Mary’s (11/7/92)200th Win: 3-1 vs. Gonzaga (10/2/99)250th Win: 3-1 at Portland (11/8/03)300th Win: 3-0 vs. Portland (10/21/06)First Ranked Win: at #19 Washington State (8/30/03)First NCAA Tournament Match: vs. Pacific (12/4/03)*

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Standing, Back Row (l-r): April Scoggin, Teresa Russell, Caroline Skacel, Brittanie Budinger; Kneeling, Middle Row (l-r): Kristina Kanios, Jencie LeJeune, Megan Taylor, Theresa Hart, Adriana LeBaron, KeLicia Shorts; Sitting (l-r): Tasha Demkiw, Liz MacAusland, Shelby Hamm; Front Row (l-r): Ashley Bello, Jackie Cowen

USF TEAM SEASON RECORDSTotal KillsTotal Year1. 1862 20032. 1845 20063. 1794 20044. 1728 20055. 1726 1995

Kills Per GameTotal Year1. 16.32 20002. 15.91 20033. 15.90 20074. 15.77 20065. 15.33 2004

Season WinsTotal Year1. 23 20061. 23 20033. 22 20084. 18 20055. 17 2007, 1985

Service AcesTotal Year1. 212 19862. 206 19953. 205 20034. 198 20065. 180 2005

Aces Per GameTotal Year1. 1.80 19892. 1.77 19863. 1.75 20034. 1.73 19885. 1.69 2006

Total AssistsTotal Year1. 1691 20062. 1685 20033. 1647 20044. 1583 20075. 1531 2005

Assists Per GameTotal Year1. 14.97 20002. 14.66 20073. 14.45 20064. 14.40 20035. 14.08 2004

Total BlocksTotal Year1. 312.5 20062. 293.0 20053. 285.5 20074. 283.0 19995. 277.5 1993

Blocks Per GameTotal Year1. 2.67 20062. 2.66 20002. 2.66 19924. 2.64 20075. 2.55 2005

Hitting PercentageTotal Year1. .262 20082. .240 20033. .231 20064. .228 20075. .207 2000

Total DigsTotal Year1. 1980 20042. 1920 20063. 1888 20074. 1874 19905. 1868 2003

Digs Per GameTotal Year1. 19.37 19882. 17.81 20003. 17.48 20074. 17.09 20015. 17.03 1990

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Top Row (l-r) - Operations Director Hannah Crutcher, Head Coach Jeff Nelson, The Don, Assistant Coaches Steve Hendricks & Jackie Bernardin; Middle Row (l-r) - Kristin Hasselberg, Zuzana Bednarova, Alix Gombos, Linzy Kearney, Anna Berger, Katherine Hart, Carly Babin; Bottom Row (l-r) - Audrey Barron, Darcy Carroll, Brynn Maurer, Jamie Kartchner, Haley Carroll, Tiffany Woo

23 Victories Ties School Record - 2006Back Row, Standing (l-r) - Erin Bragg, Zuzana Bednarova, Sarah Mandala, Head Coach Gilad Doron, Assistant Coaches Samantha Hastings & Dan Fisher, Alix Gombos, Anna Berger and Carly Babin; Front Row, Kneeling (l-r) - Erin Kilroy, Alaina Sully, Addie Webster, Leinani Keanini, Haley Carroll, Belinda Behncke-Biney, Darcy Carroll and Chelsey Lowe

NCAA Tournament Team - 2008 • 28-3


Palo Alto, CA/Gunn HS5-8 OH (1982-85)Inducted, USF HOF - 1991

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS - USF “Legend of the Hilltop” - All-West Coast Conference First Team (1985) - Two-time All-NorPac Second Team (1984-85) - WCC Single-Season Aces Leader (100/1985) - Ranked 17th nationally in kills per game (4.03) in 1984 - Ranked fourth in the nation in service aces in 1985 (100) - Ranks in USF Career Top-10 in several categories, including kills (4th) and aces (first). - USF Team MVP 1985

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS - USF “Legend of the Hilltop” - All-West Coast Conference First Team (1989) - All-West Coast Conference Second Team (1990-91) - Ranks second in career Digs (1,236); third in Kills (1,468) - One of just nine players in WCC history to record 1,200 career kills and 1,200 digs - Anne Dolan Award Winner (1992) - USF’s Top Female Athlete - Green & Gold Club Loyalty Award (1992) - USF’s Top Athlete - Team MVP (1989, 1991)

Colorado Springs, CO/Dougherty HS6-1 MB (1989-92)Inducted, USF HOF - 2006

Long Beach, CA/Wilson HS5-7 OH (1988-91)Inducted, USF HOF - 2002

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS - All-West Coast Conference First Team (1993) - All-West Coast Conference Second Team (1990) - Two-time USF Team MVP (1990 & 92) - Led WCC in attack percentage (.325/1992) - Ranks in USF Career Top-5 in multiple categories, including kills (1,339, 3rd), kills per game (3.44, 4th) and blocks (397, 3rd) - WCC All-Academic Team selection (1992)

Encinitas, CA/La Costa Canyon HS5-9 OH (2000-03)Number Retired, 2004

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: - USF “Legend of the Hilltop” - First volleyball player to have number (7) retired - All-Pacific Region Honorable Mention (2003) - Two-time All-West Coast Conference First Team 2002-03 - Led Dons to first NCAA Tournament berth in program history (2003) - Two-time USF Team MVP - Ranks second in USF career kills (1,518), third in career digs (1,191) - Single-season kills leader (556/2003)

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the University of San Francisco, 75 “Legends of the Hilltop” were selected for their contributions to Dons Athletics. The USF Volleyball program was recognized with three legends, while the 2003 NCAA team was selected as one of the

top-16 squads in school history.

- Most Wins in program history (23) - First 20-plus win season - First top-25 national ranking - First undefeated non- conference slate (16-0) - Four players earned All-WCC honors - Best record turnaround (+17) in WCC history - Longest winning streak in program history (15-0) - Only losses to top-25 teams - Shattered program kills record (1,818)

USF “LEGENDS OF THE HILLTOP” SWEET-16 TEAM2003 DONS VOLLEYBALL - “SEASON OF FIRSTS”

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USF Legends


Anastas, Deanne ...................1987-90Babin, Carly ..........................2005-08Baptista, Lisa ..........................1981-82Barron, Audrey ...........................2006Beckmann, Christina ........... 1998-99Bednarova, Zuzana .............2005-08Bello, Ashley ...........................2001-04Berger, Anna ....................... 2006-Bergold, Laruen................... 2009Bertani, Laura........................1979-82Black, Julie ................................... 1983Bodensteiner, Brooke ................ 1988Bognar, Kristina ......................... 2002Boron, Jenni .......................... 1982-85Bragg, Erin .......................... 2008-Brodie, Ruth ................................. 1983Browne, Sasha .......................1989-91Budinger, Brittanie .............2000-03Buller, Shannon .................... 1995-98Buys, Stella................................... 1983Canfield, Patty ...................... 1983-85Carlson, Mary ........................1985-87Carroll, Darcy ......................2005-08Carroll, Haley ...................... 2006-Cheung, Pauline ......................1979-81Christ, Alexandra ..................1992-95Christensen, Katie ...................... 1998Cohan, Jennifer ......................1990-91Cohen, Elyse .......................... 2009Conry, Shan .................................. 1984Cooper, Rebecca ...................1984-85Cowen, Jackie ...................... 2002-04Cox, Alycia ............................ 2009Crotty, Beth .................................. 1980Curtis, Marianne ......................... 1980 Czesak, Jamie .......................2001, 04Demkiw, Tasha ............................2003Downing, Molly ........................1991-93Dulay, Rachel ..........................1981-82 Dunlap, Carrie ...................... 1990-93Edwards, Robin ....................... 1979-81Enos, Sue ................................ 1977-79 Eriksen, Karla ........................1992-94Espiritu, Tina .................................1997Feeley, Mary ...........................1979-82Felix, Amber ...........................1992-95

Lopez, Patty .................................. 1984Lowe, Chelsey .............................2008Ludes, Leanna ...................... 2009MacAusland, Liz ...................2000-03MacDougal, Denise .............. 1989-92McCandless, Sarah ...............1992-95McEnery, Molly .......................1994-96McGuigan, Julia ........................... 1986Mandala, Sarah ....................2007-Maurer, Brynn ......................2004-07Mellen, Sharon .......................1984-87Milo, Amelia .......................... 2000-02Mogavero, Theresa ......................1979Moran, Liza ....................................1997 Morse, Megan..........................1991-94O’Bryan, Liz ............................1996-97O’Donnell ....................................... 1984O’Rell, Kristy................................. 1985Pardoen, Denise ................... 1985-88Pickering, Kelley ......................... 2004Podesta, Ann ......................... 1986-89Podesta, Mary .............................. 1985 Pomilia, Francesca .............. 2001-02Princeton, Jodi ..................... 1992-93Puccini, Karen .............................. 1983Quach, Lauren...................... 2009Ray, Toni ................................. 1982-83 Recca, Makana ..................... 2004-05Redman, Alyson .................... 1990-93Russell, Teresa ................ 1999-2003Sanborn, Meghan ................. 2001-02Sande, Natalie ....................... 2000-01Sargenti, Jeanette ...............1994-97Schindler, Kathy ................... 1982-85Schopflin, Jaime .................. 1996-98Schrack, Jenny......................1987-90Scoggin, April .......................2000-03Scott, Susan ..................................1979Shorts, KeLicia .................... 2002-05Simmons, Hadley ................. 2009Skacel, Caroline ..................2000-03Small, Shafeeqa ....................1996-97Smalls, Karen ...................... 1984-86Stein, Vicky .................................... 1981Stover, Nikki .......................1998-2001Sully, Alaina ..........................2007-Suzara, Holly ...........................1990-91

Taylor, Megan .............................2003Teachenor, Mary ....................1981-82Thometz, Ashley .......................... 2001Tinetti, Laura .....................1997-2000Tongsak, Rita................................ 1994Toole, Mary ............................ 1985-86 Tschannen, Lisa .................... 1989-92Ueltschi, Dru ..........................1987-90Vizzard, Brenda .................... 1980-83Voelckers, Stephanie ................ 2004Vrana, Reva ........................... 1998-99Waitt, Rachael ............................... 1991Webster, Addie ............... 2007-2008Weststeyn, Barbara ....................1979 Willnerd, Amanda ..............1998-2001Woo, Tiffany .......................... 2005-07Wright, Julie ..................................1997Yong, Grace ............................1979-80Zeiter, Angela ........................ 1996-99

*Current Players In Bold

April Scoggin Tracy HarrisonKim Goodwin

Felando, Lynn ............................... 1984Fey, Kelly .................................1979-82Froloff, Holly ................................. 1994Fujimoto, Erin .............................. 2004Gallagher, Kelly ........................... 1996Ghazarians, Tina .........1984, 1986-87 Gombos, Alix .........................2005-08Goodwin, Kim ......................... 1989-92Gray, Kim ...................................... 1988Haight, Shelley .......................1987-88Hamilton, Christen.......... 1999-2000Hamm, Shelby ...................... 2003-04Harford, Nikole ..................... 1995-96Harris, Kelly ...........................1994-95 Harrison, Tracy .................... 1982-85Hart, Katherine .................... 2004-06Hart, Theresa .......................2003-05Harter, Lacey ............................... 1998Hasselberg, Kristin..............2004-07Henthorn, Ally .......................2004-07Hillhouse, Margaret ............. 1986-88Hold, Kathy..............................1987-88Horan, Kathy ......................... 1982-85Hughes, Jennifer.................. 1989-90Irish, Jordan ........................ 2009Jones, Alyssa .....................1998-2001Kadochnikova, Nadia .................. 1993Kaiser, Melanie .......................1988-91Kanios, Kristina ..........................2003Kartchner, Jamie ................ 2004-06Keanini, Leinani ................... 2008-Kearney, Linzy ......................2004-07Kilroy, Erin .......................... 2008-Klenow, Peggy ...............................1979Koefed, Kristen ............................ 1993Kokubun, Jennifer ...................... 1990 Kroenig, Kathrin .............. 2000-2001Kruger, Sandy ........................1997-98 Lane, Susannah ......................1991-92Larson, Stacy ........................ 1993-96Lawrence, Chiara ................. 1993-96LeBaron, Adriana ................ 2002-04LeJeune, Jencie .................. 2002-05Leslie, Julie ........................... 1985-86Lewis, Skye ................................... 1995Lomax, Casie ......................... 1996-99

USF Volleyball All-Time Roster

Denise MacDougalSharon Mellen Ann Podesta

All-Time Roster


USF VOLLEYBALL TEAM MVPDarcy Carroll .............................................................................2008Sarah Mandala ........................................................................... 2007Kristin Hasselberg ....................................................................2006KeLicia Shorts ...........................................................................2005Stephanie Voelckers ................................................................2004Brittanie Budinger ....................................................................2003Brittanie Budinger ....................................................................2002Amanda Willnerd ........................................................................2001Laura Tinetti ...............................................................................2000Casie Lomax ................................................................................ 1999 Laura Tinetti ............................................................................... 1998 Sandy Kruger .............................................................................. 1997 Chiara Lawrence ........................................................................ 1996Kelly Harris ................................................................................. 1995 Kelly Harris ................................................................................. 1994

ANNE DOLAN AWARDPresented to USF’s top Female Student-Athlete

Darcy Carroll 2009KeLicia Shorts 2006Teresa Russell 2003Amanda Willnerd 1999Kim Goodwin 1993 Melanie Kaiser 1992Mary Carlson 1988

CHARLES HARNEY AWARDStudent-Athlete with Highest Graduating GPA

Chiara Lawrence 1997Mary Carlson 1988

ALL-REGION SELECTIONSAll-Pacific Region

Brittanie Budinger (HM) 2003 (4.75 kpg, .274 hitting, 3.51 dpg)

GREEN & GOLD CLUB LOYALTY AWARDPresented to USF’s top Student-Athlete

Melanie Kaiser 1992

SANDEE HILL AWARDStudent-Athlete Best Representing USF

Teresa Russell 2003

COMEBACK PLAYER AWARDStudent-Athlete Displaying Exceptional Resiliency

Teresa Russell 2003April Scoggin 2003

Jodi Princeton ............................................................................ 1993 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................... 1992 Melanie Kaiser ............................................................................. 1991 Lisa Tschannen ........................................................................... 1990 Melanie Kaiser ............................................................................ 1989 Kim Gray & Kathy Hold ..............................................................1988 Sharon Mellen ............................................................................. 1987 Mary Toole ................................................................................... 1986 Kathy Schindler .......................................................................... 1985 Jenni Boron ................................................................................. 1984 Tracy Harrison ........................................................................... 1983 Jenny Boron ................................................................................ 1982 Laura Bertani ............................................................................... 1981Sue Enos ......................................................................................1980

Darcy Carroll Chiara Lawerence Brittanie Budinger

Teresa Russell Stephanie Voelckers Sharon Mellen

USF Honors


2000 (12-15, 4-10 WCC)David Noble

Fordham! .......................................................... W 3-0Idaho State! .......................................................W 3-1Cal State Fullerton! .........................................W 3-1Missouri-Kansas City# ...................................W 3-1Weber State# .................................................. L 0-3Denver# .............................................................W 3-1Texas Christian% .......................................... W 3-2Tulane% .............................................................L 2-3Montana State% ............................................. L 0-3SACRAMENTO STATE ...................................... W 3-0UC RIVERSIDE ....................................................W 3-1Portland* ............................................................L 1-3Gonzaga* ......................................................... W 3-2SANTA CLARA* ................................................. L 0-3SAN DIEGO* ........................................................L 1-3SAINT MARY’S* .................................................L 2-3Loyola Marymount* ........................................ L 0-3No. 9 Pepperdine* .......................................... L 0-3GONZAGA* ........................................................ W 3-0PORTLAND* ........................................................W 3-1Santa Clara* ......................................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* .................................................. W 3-2San Diego* ....................................................... L 0-3No. 9 PEPPERDINE* ........................................ L 0-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ................................... L 0-3New Mexico .........................................................L 1-3Northern Arizona ..............................................L 1-3!Four Points Titan Classic; #Denver Pioneer Classic; %TCU Tournament*WCC Match

2001 (9-16, 4-10 WCC)David Noble

FURMAN! ........................................................... W 3-0CINCINNATI! ...................................................... L 0-3CENTENARY ...................................................... W 3-0OREGON STATE ................................................. L 0-3Elon# ................................................................. W 3-0Bucknell# ......................................................... W 3-0Virginia Commonwealth# ............................ W 3-0Fresno State ......................................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* ....................................................W 3-1San Diego* .........................................................L 1-3PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0GONZAGA* ......................................................... L 0-3Pepperdine* ..................................................... L 0-3Loyola Marymount* ....................................... W 3-2Santa Clara* .................................................... L 0-3San Jose State ................................................ L 0-3SAN DIEGO* ...................................................... L 0-3SAINT MARY’S ....................................................W 3-1Gonzaga* ............................................................L 1-3Portland* ............................................................L 1-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ................................... L 0-3PEPPERDINE* .....................................................L 1-3SANTA CLARA* ................................................. L 0-3CALIFORNIA ....................................................... L 0-3!USF Molten Golden Gate Invitational; #Virginia Commonwealth Invitational*WCC Match

2002 (6-25, 2-12 WCC)David Noble

Oregon! .............................................................. L 0-3Cal State Northridge! ......................................L 1-3Kent State! ....................................................... W 3-0North Carolina A&T! ........................................W 3-1No. 6 Hawaii# .................................................. L 0-3Washington# .................................................... L 0-3San Diego State# ........................................... L 0-3NO. 11 UCLA ..........................................................L 1-3INDIANA-PURDUE-FW& ....................................W 3-1BUTLER& ............................................................ L 0-3NO. 24 WASHINGTON STATE&........................ L 0-3SAN JOSE STATE ...............................................W 3-1Hofstra% .......................................................... L 0-3Air Force% ........................................................L 2-3Stetson% ...........................................................L 2-3Sacramento State .......................................... L 0-3SAINT MARY’S* ..................................................L 1-3SAN DIEGO* ...................................................... L 0-3Portland* ............................................................L 1-3Gonzaga* ...........................................................L 2-3No. 11 PEPPERDINE* ......................................... L 0-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ................................... L 0-3No. 14 Santa Clara* ........................................ L 0-3San Diego* .........................................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* .....................................................L 1-3GONZAGA* ........................................................ W 3-0PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0Loyola Marymount* ..........................................L 1-3No. 6 Pepperdine* .......................................... L 0-3No. 11 Santa Clara* ...........................................L 1-3

California .......................................................... L 0-3!CS Northridge Tournament; #Aston Imua Chal-lenge (Hawaii); &Moten Golden Gate Classic; %Air Force Invitational; *WCC Match

2003 (23-8, 7-7 WCC)Jeff Nelson

Wichita State! ................................................. W 3-2No. 19 Washington State! ............................. W 3-2Oklahama! ........................................................ W 3-0San Jose State ............................................... W 3-0UTEP# ............................................................... W 3-0Northern Arizona# ..........................................W 3-1Alabama-Birmingham# ................................ W 3-0Missouri-Kansas City# ................................. W 3-0MARYLAND EASTERN SHORES ..............................W 3-0Appalachian State% ...................................... W 3-0Butler% ..............................................................W 3-1Southern Illinois% ...........................................W 3-1Air Force@ .........................................................W 3-1Eastern Illinois@ ............................................ W 3-0Portland State@ ...............................................W 3-1No. 6 Pepperdine* ............................................L 1-3No. 21 Loyola Marymount* ..............................L 1-3PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0GONZAGA* ..........................................................W 3-1No. 14 Santa Clara* ........................................ L 0-3No. 17 San Diego* ............................................ L 0-3SACRAMENTO STATE ...................................... W 3-2SAINT MARY’S* .................................................W 3-1No. 13 LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ........................L 2-3No. 5 PEPPERDINE*..........................................L 2-3Gonzaga* ......................................................... W 3-0Portland* ...........................................................W 3-1No. 21 SAN DIEGO ............................................ W 3-2No. 13 SANTA CLARA* ..................................... L 0-3Saint Mary’s* .................................................. W 3-2Pacific$ ............................................................. L 0-3!WSU Cougar Challenge; #Fiesta Bowl Classic (NAU); %Butler Tournament; @Portland State Viking Showcase*WCC Match $NCAA Tournament

WILLIAM & MARY# ............................................W 3-1LONG ISLAND# ................................................ W 3-0FRESNO STATE# ............................................. W 3-0NORTH CAROLINA# ........................................ W 3-2SAN JOSE STATE ............................................. W 3-2Oregon% .............................................................L 1-3Cal State Fullerton% .......................................L 1-3Evansville% ..................................................... W 3-0Portland State% ............................................ W 3-2CAL POLY .......................................................... W 3-0PACIFIC ............................................................. W 3-2SACRAMENTO STATE .........................................L 1-3SAINT MARY’S* ..................................................L 1-3PEPPERDINE* ................................................... L 0-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ................................... L 0-3BUCKNELL* ...................................................... W 3-0Portland* ......................................................... W 3-0Gonzaga* ......................................................... W 3-2No. 13 SANTA CLARA* .......................................L 1-3No. 18 SAN DIEGO* ............................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* ................................................... L 0-3Loyola Marymount* ........................................ L 0-3Pepperdine* ..................................................... L 0-3PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0GONZAGA* ..........................................................W 3-1No. 20 San Diego ............................................. L 0-3No. 12 Santa Clara* ..........................................L 1-3UC Davis ........................................................... W 3-2!Delaware Invitational; #USF Powerade/Asics Classic; %Portland State Viking Showcase *WCC Match

2006 (23-10, 6-8 WCC)Jeff Nelson

Northern Colorado! ....................................... W 3-0Siena! ................................................................ W 3-0at No. 18 Arizona! ..............................................L 1-4SAN JOSE STATE# .......................................... W 3-2UC SANTA BARBARA# .....................................W 3-1Syracuse% ...................................................... W 3-0at Sacramento State% ................................ W 3-2UC Riverside% ............................................... W 3-0Western Kentucky% ........................................W 3-1UC DAVIS .......................................................... W 3-0at Marquette@ ..................................................W 3-1Stony Brook@ ................................................. W 3-0Manitoba@ ....................................................... W 3-0New Jersey IT ................................................. W 3-0at Long Island& ............................................... W 3-2Cornell& .............................................................W 3-1St. Francis (NY)& ........................................... W 3-0NO. 25 SAN DIEGO* ...........................................L 1-3NO. 9 SANTA CLARA* ........................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* ................................................... L 0-3Pepperdine* ..................................................... L 0-3Loyola Marymount* .........................................W 3-1GONZAGA* ........................................................ W 3-0PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0No. 21 Santa Clara* ..........................................L 1-3No. 18 San Diego* .............................................L 1-3SAINT MARY’S* ............................................... W 3-0LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* .................................. W 3-0PEPPERDINE* .....................................................L 1-3Portland* ......................................................... W 3-0Gonzaga* .......................................................... L 0-3Houston^ .......................................................... W 3-0Portland State^ ................................................L 2-3!Arizona Wildcat Classic; #USF Powerade/Asics Classic; %Sacramento State Hornet Invitational; @Marquette Challenge; &LIU Blackbird Invitational; *WCC Match; ^Pacific Banker’s Classic

2007 (17-13, 6-8 WCC)Gilad Doron

No. 8 Washington! ........................................... L 0-3Cal State Northridge! ................................... W 3-2Fresno State! .................................................. W 3-0ORAL ROBERTS# ............................................ W 3-0COLGATE# ........................................................ W 3-0EASTERN WASHINGTON# .............................. W 3-0OREGON ...............................................................L 1-3Idaho% ................................................................L 1-3Boise State% .................................................. W 3-0UC Davis% ....................................................... W 3-0SACRAMENTO STATE@ .................................... L 0-3XAVIER@ ........................................................... W 3-0NO. 14 CAL POLY@ .............................................L 1-3CAL STATE BAKERSFIELD ................................W 3-1CORNELL ........................................................... W 3-0No. 15 San Diego*............................................ L 0-3SAINT MARY’S* ............................................... W 3-0SANTA CLARA* ................................................ W 3-0Loyola Marymount* ..........................................L 1-3Pepperdine* ......................................................L 2-3

Laura Tinetti,30th Anniversary Team

Sue Enos,First Female Scholarship

Deanne Anastas

USF VOLLEYBALL IN TOURNAMENTS SINCE 2000

2006 Marquette Challenge ChampsSince 2000, USF Volleyball has won 16 tourna-ments, 13 since 2003. The Dons captured four

tournament wins in 2003 and 2006.

2000 - Four Points Titan Classic - Denver Pioneer Invitational2001 - VCU Invitational2003 - WSU Cougar Classic - Fiesta Bowl Classic - Butler Invitational - PSU Viking Showcase2004 - TCU Molten Invitational2005 - Delaware Invitational - Asics/Powerade Classic2006 - Asics/Powerade Classic - Sacramento State Inv. - Marquette Challenge - Long Island Invitational2007 - Asics/Powerade Classic2008- Asics/Powerade Challenge

2003 - “A SEASON OF FIRSTS”; INAUGURAL NCAA

TOURNAMENT

2004 (12-20, 4-10 WCC)Jeff Nelson

SAN JOSE STATE ...............................................L 2-3UC DAVIS! ......................................................... W 3-0UC RIVERSIDE! ...................................................L 2-3CENTRAL CONN. ST.!....................................... W 3-0HOFSTRA! ......................................................... W 3-0Sacramento State .......................................... L 0-3No. 7 Penn State# .......................................... L 0-3Eastern Washington# ......................................L 1-3No. 12 Stanford# ............................................. L 0-3Fresno State% .....................................................L 2-3San Diego State%................................................W 3-1Oral Roberts% .....................................................L 0-3UNLV% ....................................................................L 0-3Texas Christian# ............................................... W 3-0Grambling State# .............................................. W 3-0Prairie View A&M# ............................................ W 3-0PEPPERDINE* ........................................................L 0-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* .........................................L 1-3Portland* ............................................................. W 3-0Gonzaga* ...............................................................W 3-1No. 15 SANTA CLARA* ..........................................L 2-3No. 25 SAN DIEGO* ...............................................L 1-3No. 15 SAINT MARY’S* .........................................L 0-3Loyola Marymount* ..............................................L 1-3Pepperdine* ...........................................................L 1-3GONZAGA* ..............................................................W 3-1PORTLAND* .......................................................... W 3-0No. 19 San Diego* .................................................L 1-3No. 22 Santa Clara* .............................................L 1-3No. 16 SAINT MARY’S* ..........................................L 1-3Nevada@ ................................................................W 3-1Pacific@ ..................................................................L 1-3!USF Powerade/Asics Classic; #Stanford Invitational; %Fresno State Invitational; @Banker’s Classic (UOP) *WCC Match

2005 (18-13, 4-10 WCC)Jeff Nelson

New Hampshire! ............................................. W 3-0Pittsburgh!....................................................... W 3-0Delaware! ...........................................................W 3-1

GONZAGA* ..........................................................L 2-3PORTLAND* ...................................................... W 3-0NO. 12 SAN DIEGO* ......................................... W 3-0Santa Clara ........................................................L 1-3Saint Mary’s* .....................................................L 1-3PEPPERDINE* ....................................................L 2-3LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* .....................................L 1-3Portland* ...........................................................W 3-1Gonzaga* ......................................................... W 3-0!Washington Husky Classic; #USF Asics/Pow-erAde Challenge; %UC Davis Aggie Invitational; @USF Asics/Coca-Cola Classic; *WCC Match

2008 (22-8, 11-3 WCC)Gilad Doron

No. 24 Long Beach State! ............................... L 1-3Missouri State! .............................................. W 3-2Indiana! ............................................................. L 0-3UC SANTA BARBARA# .....................................W 3-1TEXAS-ARLINGTON# ...................................... W 3-0UTAH STATE# ................................................. W 3-0SACRAMENTO STATE% .................................. W 3-0VILLANOVA% ................................................... W 3-1MIAMI% .............................................................. L 2-3Cal State Fullerton@ ..................................... W 3-1No. 9 California@ ............................................ L 3-0Central Connecticut State@ ....................... W 3-1PENN ................................................................. W 3-2SEATTLE ........................................................... W 3-0PORTLAND* ..................................................... W 3-0GONZAGA* ........................................................ W 3-1NO. 15 SAN DIEGO* ......................................... W 3-1Saint Mary’s* ................................................. W 3-2No. 18 Santa Clara* ....................................... W 3-1LOYOLA MARYMOUNT* ................................. W 3-0NO. 15 PEPPERDINE* ...................................... W 3-1Gonzaga* .......................................................... L 3-2Portland* ........................................................ W 3-0No. 14 San Diego* ........................................... L 3-0NO. 21 SANTA CLARA* .................................... W 3-1SAINT MARY’S* ............................................... W 3-1No. 24 Pepperdine* ....................................... L 3-0Loyola Marymount* ...................................... W 3-2SAN JOSE STATE ............................................ W 3-0Duke$ ................................................................. L 3-2!Long Beach Tournament; #USF Asics/PowerAde Challenge; %Asics/Coca-Cola Invitational; @Cal State Fullerton Invitational; *WCC Match; $NCAA Tournament

2000-08 Results


USF Di-vider

UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO


Rev. Stephen Privett, S.J. USF PRESIDENTINTRODUCTION

Rev. Stephen Privett, S.J., began his tenure as the 27th president of the University of San Francisco on September 15, 2000.

Father Privett, 65, was born in San Francisco. He entered the Society of Jesus in 1960 and is a graduate of The Catholic University of America, the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley and Gonzaga University. His doc-torate is in Catechetics and his particular expertise focuses on the His-panic community in the Catholic Church.

Prior to his appointment at USF, Father Privett served as provost and ac-ademic vice president at Santa Clara University. As provost, he was re-sponsible for oversight of student life, intercollegiate athletics, as well as academic affairs. While teaching at Santa Clara, he was recognized for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership with the Sears Roebuck Foundation Award.

Early in his career, Father Privett was an instructor at Jesuit High School in Sacramento and Principal of Bellarmine College Preparatory in San Jose.

He currently serves as a trustee of Seattle University, Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, and Sacred Heart Schools San Francisco. He is also a member of the Board of Governors of the Commonwealth Club of California, Board of Directors of the American Council on Educa-tion, Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, Public Architec-ture, and the Fromm Institute. Father Privett also serves as an honorary member of the San Francisco Host Committee.

Father Privett is spearheading the largest capital campaign in USF histo-ry. The Campaign for USF, which will conclude in 2007, has raised over $160 million towards its goal of $175 million. It is an extraordinary initia-tive that impacts the entire University. To date, the University has invest-ed significantly in financial assistance for students, renovating academ-ic facilities, technology upgrades and a staged renovation of the facilities in Memorial Gym.

Regarding USF athletics, Fr. Privett has said, “High graduation rates, participation in community outreach and success in competition all come together in our USF student-athletes. I am gratified by the high standards achieved in all areas by our student-athletes and the contribution of our intercollegiate athletic program to the USF com-munity.”

Father Privett strongly supports the commitment to provide all USF teams with the necessary resources to consistently compete for West Coast Conference titles. “I am pleased that our trustees unanimously en-dorsed our Mission and Goals Statement for USF Athletics,” he said. “I support this statement and am confident that the goals we have set for ourselves are achievable and that USF can be a model Division 1 Jesuit in-tercollegiate athletic program.”

PERSONAL:

27th President of USF

Entered the Society of Jesus in 1960

Ordained a Catholic Priest in 1972 along with his brother Fr. John Privett, S.J. by Cardinal Timothy Manning at Blessed Sacrament Church in Hollywood, CA.

EDUCATION:

PhD, with distinction (1985) - M.A., Catechetics / Religious Education (1982) - The Catholic University of America; Washington D.C.

Graduate Studies: Modern European History - University of California, Santa Barbara (1973-74)

M Div, Jesuit School of Theology; Berkeley, CA (1972)

B.A., Philosophy and Classics - Gonzaga University (1966)

USF Administration


USF AdministrationDebra Gore-Mann Charlie Cross

VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS & FINANCE (30th Year)

EDUCATION:

B.A., Economics - University of San Francisco (1979)

MBA - University of San Francisco, (1990)

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

(Fourth Year)

EDUCATION:

B.S., Industrial Engineering - Stanford (1982)

MBA - Stanford (1987)

INTRODUCTION:

Charlie Cross assumed the position of Vice President, Business & Finance at the University of San Francisco in 2000. His responsibili-ties include oversight of all of the financial functions of the Univer-sity including accounting, athletics, financial reporting, auditing, treasury functions, investment management, capital construction and operations, risk management, food service and purchasing.

Charlie’s career in higher education began in 1979 when he was hired as a financial analyst at USF. Since then, he has served the University as budget director, instructor, controller and associate vice president.

A proud alumnus of the Hilltop, Cross earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from USF in 1979, and his MBA in 1990.

During his free time, Charlie enjoys rowing and playing golf. He and his wife of 28 years, Gabriella, have two children, Anna and Charlie.

INTRODUCTION:

Debra Gore-Mann begins her fourth year as the Executive Director of Athletics in 2009-10. In her third year as A.D., the University of San Fran-cisco won the 2008-09 West Coast Conference Men’s All-Sports Award. The honor marked the second time in school history that USF has won the award. The Dons also finished second in the annual Commissioner’s Cup, the highest finish in USF history.

“The 2008-09 year was an extraordinary year in so many ways for USF Ath-letics,” said Gore-Mann. “We had a strong year thanks to our fall sports teams performing well and the rest of our teams taking advantage of the momentum that started with men’s soccer and volleyball. Our spring sports teams then added to their accolades, propelling us into second overall in the WCC standings. It was truly a collective effort by coaches, staff and student-athletes that we achieved so much last year. We hope to be able to capture the title outright in the near future”.

San Francisco won the Men’s All-Sports Award thanks to first place finish-es by the Dons’ men’s golf and men’s soccer programs. The two league championships marked the first time since 2005-06 that the Dons earned two men’s championships in a year - also the only other time the Green and Gold captured the league’s Men’s All-Sports Award.

The 2008-09 year proved to be a successful one for the USF Athletic De-partment as seven of its athletic programs advanced to their respective NCAA Tournaments. By virtue of winning WCC titles, men’s soccer and men’s golf earned automatic bids to the postseason, while volleyball and women’s golf earned at-large bids to the postseason tournament after finishing second in league standings. Men’s and women’s track and field, cross country and women’s tennis each had individuals from their pro-grams selected to compete in the national postseason.

During 2008-09, USF also claimed many of the West Coast Conference’s top honors, landing three Player of the Year accolades, three Coach of the Year honors and a Freshman of the Year nod. On the coaching side, men’s golf head coach Gary Nelson, men’s soccer head coach Erik Visser and women’s golf head coach Ria Quiazon were named the WCC Coach of the Year for their respective sports. USF also added 20 First Team All-West Coast Conference honors to its list of 2008-09 accomplishments.

With the conclusion of the 2008-09 academic year, the West Coast Con-ference announced the eighth annual Commissioner’s Honor Roll, which recognizes those student-athletes that possess at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. USF placed 96 student-athletes on the 2008-09 list with 14 earn-ing Gold Honors, 15 earning Silver Honors, and 67 earning Bronze Hon-ors. Women’s soccer had a department high four student-athletes earn gold honors, highlighted by 2009 College of Arts and Sciences Valedic-torian Anika Steig.

“In addition to USF’s athletics performances last year, we are equally proud of our student-athletes and their academic excellence,” said Gore-Mann. “This season we saw a renewed commitment to academics from several teams which was reflected in the overall increases in team GPAs and APR scores. In addition, we are most proud of our graduated senior and goalkeeper, Anika Steig, who was selected as class Valedictorian. The Politics major and Peace and Conflicts minor’s accomplishments in the

classroom were so impressive when one couples it with the commitment Anika made to being a student athlete. Anika was our second class vale-dictorian after Tavo Hall (BB) who was selected in 2007. Our alumni, staff and administration can take pride in USF Athletics commitment to devel-oping both students and athletes who represent our institution with dis-tinction and honor.”

Gore-Mann was named Athletics Director at the University of San Fran-cisco July 21, 2006, and is the first female Director of Athletics at USF and just the third overall in West Coast Conference history. At USF, Gore-Mann serves as the Executive Director of the university’s athletic pro-gram, which features seven women’s and seven men’s sports teams, in-cluding basketball, golf, tennis, track/field and cross country; soccer, volleyball, and baseball. USF’s athletic staff includes more than 30 full and part-time coaches and administrative and support personnel who provide services to about 240 student-athletes.

At Stanford, Gore-Mann served as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Finance and Operations from 1999-2005 and most recently served as Se-nior Associate Athletics Director for External Relations and Senior Wom-en’s Administrator. She shared financial responsibility for the more than $50 million annual Stanford Athletic Department budget and shared management of 34 sports. Gore-Mann served as Senior Project Manager on the recent Stanford Stadium renovations and served as the lead ne-gotiator on the Cardinal all-school apparel contract with Nike, Inc.. Prior to her tenure at Stanford, Gore-Mann worked in the corporate sector for Bechtel Enterprises, Inc (1993-99), Morgan Stanley & Co. (1987-92) and Raychem Corp (1982-85).

Gore-Mann is married to former USF varsity basketball player Anthony Mann, who was a member of the 1985-86 “Return to Basketball” squad and has a daughter, Quinci.


Rosie Cheng Athletic Trainer

Jeff Menard Assistant AD - Marketing &

Sponsorship

Chris Pert Facilities Assistant

Lenli Corbett Compliance Director/SWA

Rachel Engrissei Assistant Media Relations

Director

Ron Shinault Director of Sports Medicine

Julie Congi Athletic Development Assistant

Brenda Giarratano Director of Academic Support

for Student-Athletes

Ryan McCrary Assistant AD - Media Relations

Caitlin Scholz Program Assistant

Michael Bell Academic Support

Lorraine Gan Game Operations Director

Kyle Janzen Ticket Manager

Jordan Wilcox Assistant Media Relations

Director

Taryn Moore Business Manager

Edgar Tabila Athletic Trainer

Evan Nielsen Strength Coach

Dr. William Edwards Faculty Representative

Eric Dumbleton Associate AD - External

Relations

William J. Weidner Deputy Athletics Director

Athletics Staff


The USF Baseball team celebrates their first ever WCC Championship in 2006

Men’s Soccer team rejoices after clinching the WCC Championship in 2004

USF Volleyball won a school record 11 WCC

matches in 2008

SINCE 2004:

USF Shortstop and 2007 Valedictorian Tavo Hall

TRADITION BEYOND THE COURT

With an athletic program committed to contend at the highest level, USF has seen some great success in recent years across every sport.

USF enjoyed a tremendous 2008-09 season highlighted by two West Coast Conference Championships, while four teams and three individuals competed in the NCAA Tournament. Men’s Soccer won its 12th WCC title and made its 31st NCAA Tournament appearance, while Men’s Golf captured its 10th league title and advanced to NCAA Regional play for the first time since 1991.

In the last five years, three San Francisco Athletic Programs have won their inau-gural WCC Team or Individual Championships, and eight USF Student Athletes have qualified for NCAA Regional Competition.

Off the playing field, USF student athletes continur to excel academically as well, as the numbers show!

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112

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USF student-athletes have been drafted by professional teams in one of the five major

sports (MLB, MLS, NBA, NFL & NHL)

USF Student-Athletes have earned West Coast Conference All-Academic

Team selection

West Coast Conference Team and Individual Championships

USF Student-Athlete named College of Arts & SciencesClass Valedictorian

West Coast Conference First Team selections

USF Coaches have earned West Coast Conference Coach of the Year honors

USF Athletics


REPRESENTING A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY:

An urban university located in one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities, the University of San Francisco has long been a pioneer for social justice and students from more than 80 countries currently attend USF. Dons Athletics have long been pioneers of diversity and three of USF’s most legendary programs exemplify this trait.

USF’s 1955-56 NCAA Championship basketball team was the first team in NCAA history to feature three African American starters, headlined by NBA legends K.C. Jones and Bill Russell more a decade before West Texas State started five en route to the 1966 title.

USF’s storied 1951 “Unbeaten, Untied and Uninvited” football team was one of the top teams in collegiate history, featuring an NCAA re-cord three players who would be inducted into the National Football League Hall of Fame in Canton. A berth in the Orange Bowl was offered, following an unblemished 9-0 season, but only if the Dons left their two African-American players at home. The team declined and USF was forced to immediately drop football due to financial problems.

One of the most successful programs in NCAA history, Dons soc-cer captured five NCAA Championships beginning in 1966 featur-ing a “United Nations” roster, with prominent players from four con-tinents.

In the 2007-08 academic year student athletes from 34 countries rep-resented the Green and Gold.

Above: USF’s 1956 NCAA Championship starting Five

Top: Andy Atuegbu, named

1975 & 1976 NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player& a member of Soccer America’s Team of the Century

USF Athletics


Source: Conde Nast Traveler, 2007 Reader’s Choice Awards

THE CITY BY THE BAY

Located centrally in one of the most colorful cities in the world, USF’s campus overlooks both downtown San Francisco and Ocean Beach, putting it in one of the most prime locations anywhere. In addtion to being in one of the most desired destinations in the world, campus life has made great improvements in recent years as five extensive reno-vation projects have taken place in the last six years, providing faculty and students with a unique environment to learn and live.

USF’s beautiful Lone Mountain campus has seen enormous growth

with a completely renovated dormatory for under-classmen. It’s takes a little work, but once to the top, Lone Mountain offers some of the best views anywhere in the City. And recently renovated classrooms too! Ad-ditionally, Loyola Village, the “Bellagio” of on-campus liv-ing boasts two bedroom suites fully furnished for residents. And just this year, Kalmanovitz Hall (formerly Campion Hall) opened its doors for classes with one of the most technologically advanced facilities in America.

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Loyola Village: The Ritz of Residence Halls

Loyola Village: The Ritz of Residence Halls

SAN FRANCISCO & the BAY AREA:

If the beautiful USF Campus isn’t enough to keep you at ease, it’s okay - you are a short distance from all the attractions San Francis-co had to offer.

The City offers countless recreational and sightseeing opportunities, not to mention some of the best and most diverse spots to eat in America. From the rugged coastline of Ocean Beach to the varied terrain found in Golden Gate Park - the nation’s largest municipal park - to the thriving Marina District and Union Square in the heart of downtown San Francisco, there is truly something for everyone in the City by the Bay.

The Bay Area is also one of the premier places in the country to watch professional sporting events.

(MLB -San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics) (NBA -Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings) (NFL -San Francisco 49ers, Oakland Raiders) (NHL -San Jose Sharks) (WNBA -Sacramento Monarchs)

USF athletic facilities have hosted multiple NBA, Team USA Basketball, and USA Soccer World Cup practices.

The Transamerica Pyramid & the Golden Gate Bridge:

Unmistakable San Francisco Landmarks

San Francisco


KORET CENTER

The University of San Francisco is proud to feature the Koret Health and Recreation Center. The state-of-the-art facility was developed by the University of San Francisco in collaboration with alumni, special donors and the Koret Foundation. Since its open-ing in 1989, the Koret Health and Recreation Center has provided an outstanding recreational and fitness environment for USF students, faculty, staff, alumni and members.

The facility features an Olympic size indoor swim-ming pool, two gymnasiums with a total of four full length basketball courts, five regulation racquetball courts, a 3200 square foot weight room complete with state-of-the-art equipment, an aerobics/dance room, combatives room, separate alum-

ni and student lounges and cardiovascular alley featuring top-of-the-line aerobic training equipment.

In addition, an extensive intramural sports program is of-fered. The wide variety of sports include basketball, flag football, floor hockey, indoor soccer, softball and more. Other programs available to the university community in-clude Aquatics, Club Sports, Outdoor Activities and Per-sonal Fitness Trainers are available to develop individual training regimens.

San Francisco


RICKY AND THERESE CUROTTO STUDENT ATHLETE CENTER:

In addition to the improvements to USF’s weight room, training room, and lock-er rooms, War Memorial Gym boasts renovated offices for USF’s coaches and the new Academic Support Center, where student athletes can meet with an advisor, register for classes or receive help from tutors. All teams hold weekly study hall sessions in the center as well.

NEGOESCO FIELD:

The home field of USF’s Legendary Soccer field underwent aesthetic upgrades before the 2008 season. One of the most notable improve-ments at Negoesco Stadium was the installation of banners celebrat-ing the rich legacy and tradition of USF Soccer. Six national champi-onship banners will hang alongside banners celebrating the Dons glorious postseason past.

Other changes included the installation of European football-style advertising panels to acknowledge sponsors and supporters of USF Athletics and the Dons Soccer program. Additionally, protective team shells were installed in the team bench areas.

BENEDETTI DIAMOND:

In the wake of record seaosons, the USF Baseball Program has seen a number of upgrades in their facilities as well. In the last three seasons, the Diamond Dons have recieved a new 8000 square foot locker room, a new infield was installed to major league specifications, and a new outfield wall was constructed (including 70-foot high netting to protect the surrounding neighborhood)

Facilities


Facilities

One of the finest collegiate soccer venues in the country, Negoes-co Stadium Memorial Gym is unmatched in its beautiful setting in the shadow of St. Ignatius Church. Dedicated to and orchestrated by USF Men’s Soccer legend Stephen Negoesco, the stadium formally opened on September 17, 1982, when a sellout crowd saw USF top-ple Indiana, 3-2, in overtime. The building of the stadium was truly a team effort with school officials, alumni, former players and friends all lending a hand.

A series of renovations and improvements over the past couple of years, have transformed the stadium into one of the premier venues on the West Coast. The most significant change occurred prior to the 2003 season with the installation of FieldTurf, the best artificial grass surface available. FieldTurf is the highest rated ar-

tificial turf, used throughout the world as a surface that plays vir-tually the same as grass. With the addition of FieldTurf, the USF men’s and women’s soccer programs boast one of the finest play-ing surfaces on the West Coast. Negoesco Stadium added televi-sion lights for the 2000 season and increased the stadium’s capaci-ty to 3,000.

The facility has been used for matches involving Major League Soc-cer teams, most recently when the San Jose Earthquakes hosted the Los Angeles Galaxy. During the summer of 2002, the San Jose Earth-quakes hosted the Shanghai Shenhua (Pumas) for an internation-al exhibition contest. The field has also served as a site for World Cup training.

After an extensive makeover during the summer of 2006, the USF Athletic Training Room boasts one of the top facilities in the West Coast Conference. The Dons staff of four certified athletic trainers have state of the art rehabilitation and therapy equipment to treat and prevent sports related injuries. In addition to the clinical area of the training room, staff offices and a private doctor’s examination room are avail-able providing a high level of on-site care.

SPORTS MEDICINE CENTER

THE STORY OF NEGOESCO STADIUM


The Dons workout in the weight room.

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH EVAN NIELSEN

THE MORAN CENTER

The pride of the athletics department is the extensively remodeled athletic training room and the completely renovated Moran Center, the Dons varsity weight room. Named for USF Hall-of-Famer, the late Monsignor Bernard Moran and with generous contributions from USF Alum, the late Art Zief (in the name of Art Zief, Jr.), the Moran Center is located in Memorial Gym. The Dons have access to the best equipment available to maximize their training efforts.

Facilities


A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER

Located in the heart of one of the world’s most lively cities, the University of San Fran-cisco boasts an ideal living and learning environment. Golden Gate Park, the largest mu-nicipal park in the United States is in our backyard. Lone Mountain, one of San Francis-co’s 10 highest peaks, is our home. And our view can’t be beat.

The USF student body is the most ethnically diverse of the 28 Jesuit colleges and uni-versities and is among the top-20 most ethnically diverse of all colleges and universities in the country. But our diversity goes beyond ethnic categories to include a rich mix-ture of economic, educational, religious and geographic backgrounds. USF students are the first in their families to go to college as well as children of doctors and lawyers. They are from 48 states, two U.S. Territories and 84 countries.

USF STUDENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

The results are in: USF offers a more cultural, community-minded college experience than most U.S. universities, according to a UCLA study of more than 150 four-year uni-versities. According to the survey of freshmen students across the country, 73 percent of USF students did community service, compared to a national average of 53 percent.

USF’s 8,500-member student body is composed of students from 75 countries, and is ranked in the Top 15 national universities for student diversity and international stu-dent enrollment.

The University of San Francisco is also known for its public service efforts USF students also do more tutoring, volunteering, and visiting museums than the national average. While here, students say their appreciation for cultural differences and social justice is-sues increases. According to a May 2002 survey of graduating seniors, nearly 70 percent of students say their appreciation of those increased while at USF, while about 60 per-cent said USF enhanced their sense of social justice.

REVEALED: GARDEN OF EDEN? ALMOST

USF prides itself in being a “green” campus committed to protecting the environment. The university recently installed solar panels on the roof of the Hayes-Healy residence halls and the Koret Center to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The campus isn’t just a col-lection of buildings. It’s also home to more than 100 species of native California plants-planted, potted, and positioned all over the campus’s picturesque 55 acres. The grounds have twice been recognized nationally with Professional Grounds Management awards. Among the stand-outs are majestic Redwoods, spiraling Monterey Cypress, and its smaller hybridized cousin and university tree, the Leyland Cypress.

NOT JUST HERE TO PLAY BALL

USF Baseball star and Valedictorian, 2007 Graduate Tavo hall shown here delivering the commencement address to his peers. USF athletes are often even more impres-sive in the classroom than on the field - as a group, their graduation rates are much higher than the national average. In 2007, USF pulled in 24 All-Academic awards to back up their feats on the playing field.

Below: Seen here from atop Saint Ignatius

Church, the stairway up to the Lone Mountain

campus provides spectacular views of San

Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area.

Below: Saint Ignatius Church is one of the the largest

churches on any college campus in the U.S. Its prominent

twin spires and its location on the hilltop makes it visible

from the San Francisco Bay to the ocean.

This is USF...


USF ALUMNI BY THE NUMBERS...76,514 - Living USF Alumni2,622 - Alumni living abroad214 - Alumni who are U.S. judges120 - Lives lost in action in World War II and Korea honored in USF’s War Memorial Gym81 - Alumni who are Jesuits4 - Number of Pulitzer Prizes won by Alumni4 - Alumni in the NFL Hall of Fame3 - Alumni playing Major League Baseball2 - Alumni in the NBA Hall of Fame2 - Alumni who served as mayor of San Francisco1 - Alumnus who is a past president of a country

Jean Afterman JD ’91 New York Yankees Assistant GM

Jim Brovelli ’63, Former NBA head coach

Bill Cartwright ’79, NBA All-Star, NBA coach

John Doyle ‘86 San Jose Earthquakes GM

Todd Fischer ‘92 PGA Touring Pro

Jesse Foppert ’01, San Francisco Giants Pitcher

Mary Hile ’81, USF All-American - Basketball

KC Jones ’56, NBA Hall of Fame member

Art Larsen ‘48 US Open Singles Champion

Brandon McDonald ‘08 LA Galaxy Defender

Gino Marchetti ’52, NFL Hall of Fame member

Ollie Matson ’52, NFL Hall of Fame member; Dual Olympic Medalist

Steve Negoesco ’49, NSCAA Hall of Fame member

Lothar Osiander ‘68 Olympic, World Cup & MLS Soccer Head Coach

Pete Rozelle ’50, Former NFL Commissioner, NFL Hall of Fame member

Bill Russell ’56, NBA Hall of Fame member

Alejandro Toledo ‘72 Former President of Peru

Bob St. Clair ‘52 NFL Hall of Fame Member

Burl Toler ’52, First Black NFL game official

Pete Rozelle ‘50 created the Super Bowl and Monday

Night Football while serving as NFL Commissioner

POLITICAL PLAYERS

John Burton, JD ’60, California SenatorDennis DeConcini ’59, former U.S. SenatorFrank Jordan ’75, former San Francisco MayorLeo T. McCarthy ’55, former California Lt. Gov.Lynn Woolsey ’81, U.S. Congresswoman

LEGAL EAGLES

Ming Chin ’64, JD ’67, California Supreme Court justiceJudith Epstein, MA ’75, JD ’77, California State Bar Review Mike Hennesey, JD ’73, San Francisco SheriffMartin Jenkins,JD ’80, U.S. District Court JudgeKevin Ryan, JD ’84, U.S. Attorney for No. California

LEADERS OF INDUSTRY

Paul Otellini ’72, President, IntelGordon Smith, MBA ’74, CEO, Pacific Gas and ElectricRaymond Syufy Jr., MBA ’91, CEO, Pearson PublishingDominic Tarantino ’54, (retired) Chairman, Price Waterhouse CoopersMarjorie Scardino, JD ’75, CEO, Pearson CompanyJames Molinelli ’60, JD ’63, (retired) CEO, California Automobile Assoc.Alfred Chuang ’82, CEO, BEA SystemsThiraphong Chansiri, MBA ’88, President, Thai Union Frozen Foods GIANTS OF JOURNALISM

Foster Church ’64, Pulitzer Prize winnerJames Risser, JD ’62, two-time - Pulitzer Prize winnerJoe Rosenthal ’46, Pulitzer Prize winning photographer Pierre Salinger ’47, JFK’s Press Secretary, and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations

ETC. ETC. ETC.

Gordon Getty ’56, PhilanthropistSheila Burke ’73, Undersecretary of the Smithsonian Kevin Starr ’62, California state librarianRichard Egan ’43, Hollywood actor

One of the most important measures of the quality of any university is the quality of its alumni. USF Alumni are making their mark on the world in ways public and private, large or small. From judges to politicians to professional athletes, USF Alumni are mak-ing names for themselves – and the university – everywhere they go.

Pierre Salinger ‘47 - Press Secretary to

President Kennedy, U.S Ambassador, noted author

and ABC News Bureau Chief

Joe Rosenthal ‘46 took the most reproduced

photo in history of U.S. Marines raising the flag

on Iwo Jim during World War II

Throughout its long and distinguished history, the University of San Francisco has produced many student-athletes who have made a tremendous impact not only on the court or on the field but have built successful careers in the public and private sector.

Notable Alumni


Gonzaga BULLDOGSLocation: Spokane, Wash.Enrollment: 6,923President: Rev. Robert Spitzer, S.J.Athletic Director: Mike RothVolleyball SID: Liz SmithPhone: (509) 313-4288SID Fax: (509) 313-5730E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.gozags.comHome Court: Martin Centre (2,000)Press Row Phone: (509) 313-4224Head Coach: Dan Gantt (First Year)Record at Gonzaga: First YearCareer Record: 216-160 (14 Years)NCAA Tournament: N/AFinal Ranking: N/A2008 Records: 10-21, 3-11 WCC (T-6th)Series Since 1985: GON leads 26-10Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 10/6Starters Returning/Lost: 5/2

Loyola Marymount LIONSLocation: Los Angeles, CAEnrollment: 8,300President: Rev. Robert B. Lawton, S.J.Athletic Director: Dr. William HusakVolleyball SID: Tyler GeivettPhone: (310) 338-7638SID Fax: (310) 338-2703E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.lmulions.comHome Court: Gersten Pavilion (4,156)Press Row Phone: (310) 258-8732Head Coach: Steve Stratos, 20th YearRecord at LMU: 372-195 (19 Years)Career Record: SameNCAA Tournament: N/AFinal Ranking: N/A2008 Records: 13-17, 3-11 WCC (6th)Series Since 1985: LMU leads 38-10Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 10/5Starters Returning/Lost: 5/4

Pepperdine WAVESLocation: Malibu, Calif.Enrollment: 8,000President: Dr. David DavenportAthletic Director: Dr. John WatsonVolleyball SID: Roger HornePhone: (310) 506-4455SID Fax: (310) 506-4455E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.pepperdinesports.comHome Court: Firestone Field House (3,104)Press Row Phone: (310) 456-5050Head Coach: Nina Matthies, 27th YearRecord at PEPP: 494-294 (26 Years)Career Record: SameNCAA Tournament: First RoundFinal 2008 Ranking: N/A2008 Records: 20-8, 8-6 WCC (T-4th)Series Since 1985: PEP leads 46-2Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 6/4Starters Returning/Lost: 5/2

Portland PILOTSLocation: Portland, Ore.Enrollment: 3,300President: Rev. William Beauchamp, C.S.C.Athletic Director: Larry WilliamsVolleyball SID: Wanda RozwadowskaPhone: (503) 943-7425SID Fax: (503) 943-7242E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.portlandpilots.comHome Court: Chiles Center (5,000)Press Row Phone: (503) 943-7527Head Coach: Joe Houck, 2nd YearRecord at UP: 8-24 (One Year)Career Record: 139-100 (Nine Years)NCAA Tournament: N/AFinal Ranking: N/A2008 Records: 8-24, 1-13 WCC (8th)Series Since 1985: USF leads 25-17Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 7/7Starters Returning/Lost: 4/3

Saint Mary’s GAELSLocation: Moraga, CAEnrollment: 3,916President: Br. Ron Gallagher, FSCAthletic Director: Mark OrrVolleyball SID: Matt FontenotPhone: (925) 631-4950SID Fax: (925) 631-4405E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.smcgaels.comHome Court: McKeon Pavilion (3,500)Press Row Phone: (925) 376-3906Head Coach: Rob Browning, 5th YearRecord at SMC: 65-45 (Four Years)Career Record: Same2008 Records: 20-8, 10-4 (3rd)NCAA Tournament: First RoundFinal Ranking: N/ASeries Since 1985: SMC leads 28-24Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 8/5Starters Returning/Lost: 6/1

San Diego TOREROSLocation: San Diego, Calif.Enrollment: 7,600President: Dr. Mary LyonsAthletic Director: Ky SnyderVolleyball SID: Chris LoucksPhone: (619) 260-7930SID Fax: (619) 260-2990E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.usdtoreros.comHome Court: Jenny Craig Pavilion (5,000)Press Row Phone: (619) 260-7555Head Coach: Jennifer Petrie, 10th YearRecord at USD: 192-74 (9 Years)Career Record: Same2008 Records: 23-5, 12-2 WCC (1st)NCAA Tournament: First RoundFinal Ranking: N/ASeries Since 1985: USD leads 34-12Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 10/3Starters Returning/Lost: 5/2

Santa Clara BRONCOSLocation: Santa Clara, Calif.Enrollment: 8,377President: Rev. Paul Locatelli, S.J.Athletic Director: Dan CoonanVolleyball SID: Michelle SchmittPhone: (408) 554-2114SID Fax: (408) 554-6942E-mail: [email protected] Site: www.santaclarabroncos.comHome Court: Leavey Center (4,500)Press Row Phone: (408) 554-4752Head Coach: Jon Wallace, 11th YearRecord at SCU: 213-88 (10 Years)Career Record: Same2008 Records: 18-10, 8-6 WCC (T-4th)NCAA Tournament: Second RoundFinal Ranking: N/ASeries Since 1985: SCU leads 41-7Letterwinners Returning/Lost: 11/2Starters Returning/Lost: 4/2

WEST COAST CONFERENCE Location: San Bruno, CACommissioner: Jamie ZaninovichCommunications Director: Jae WilsonVolleyball SID: Anish PatelPhone: (650) 873-8622SID Fax: (650) 873-7846E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected] Site: www.wccsports.comFirst Year of Volleyball: 1985NCAA Appearances: 56NCAA Sweet-16 Appearances: 10NCAA Elite-Eight Appearances: 2NCAA Final-Four Appearances: 1

West Coast Conference Preseason PollSchool - Points (First Place Votes)

1. San Diego - 56 (3)2. Pepperdine - 55 (3)3. Santa Clara - 53 (1) 4. Saint Mary’s - 34 (1)4. San Francisco - 346. Loyola Marymount - 297. Gonzaga - 188. Portland - 9

2009 NON-CONFERENCE OPPONENT VOLLEYBALL CONTACT INFORMATIONSchool Head Coach Volleyball SID SID E-Mail SID Phone Fax Website Alabama Judy Green Jessica Pare [email protected] (205) 348-3673 (205) 348-8841 www.rolltide.comCalifornia RIch Feller Jeremy Wu [email protected] (510) 643-2938 (510) 643-7778 www.calbears.comCal State Bakersfield John Price Kevin Gilmore [email protected] (661) 654-6071 (661) 654-6978 www.gorunners.comEastern Washington Miles Kydd Matt MacDonald [email protected] (509) 359-6333 (509) 359-2828 www.goeags.comFresno State Lauren Netherby-Sewell Alyssa Chambers [email protected] (559) 389-1831 (559) 278-2837 www.gobulldogs.comMissouri State Melissa Stokes Ben Adamson [email protected] (417) 836-5402 (417) 836-4868 www.missouristatebears.comOregon Jim Moore Geoff Thuner [email protected] (541) 346-2250 (541) 346-5449 www.goducks.comRice Genny Volpe Chuck Pool [email protected] (713) 348-8874 (713) 348*6019 www.riceowls.comSacramento State Ruben Volta Ryan Bjork [email protected] (916) 278-6896 (916) 278-5429 www.hornetsports.comSan Diego State Deitre Collins-Parker Dave Kuhn [email protected] (619) 594-5547 (619) 582-6541 www.goaztecs.comStanford John Dunning Kendall Johnson [email protected] (650) 723-0996 (650) 725-2957 www.gostanford.comTexas A&M Laurie Corbelli Debbie Darrah [email protected] (979) 845-3218 (979) 845-6825 www.aggieathletics.com

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WEST COAST CONFERENCE


When the West Coast Conference got its start back in 1952, the founders really had only one goal in mind - to create a convenient way for five Bay Area schools to play basketball. What has grown from that original vision 57 years ago is a marvelous cohesive athletics league which is competitive at the national level in 13 sports. The eight current members of the WCC span the Western United States from Canada to Mexico. Though the institutions range from the pine forests of Eastern Washington to the sun-drenched beaches of Southern California, the combined excellence in athletics and academics sets the conference apart on the national scene and draws the individual institutions together in a common mission. The WCC sponsors championships in baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross-country, men’s and women’s golf, women’s rowing, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis and volleyball. The league was chartered by five Bay Area institu-tions (Pacific, Saint Mary’s, San Francisco, San Jose State and Santa Clara) as the California Basketball Association, playing its first game on January 2,

1953. After two seasons of play under that name, the conference expanded to include Loyola Marymount and Pepperdine in 1955, and became the “West Coast Athletic Conference” in 1956. The name was shortened to “West Coast Conference” in 1989. The current full-time lineup of WCC schools has remained unchanged since 1979, making the WCC the third most stable conference in the country. This year marks the 24th anniversary of WCC vol-

leyball and the league today ranks as one of the toughest conferences in the entire nation. At least three league schools have advanced to the NCAA Tournament since 1997, highlighted by an unprecedented six selections

WEST COAST CONFERENCE1200 Bayhill Drive, Suite 302San Bruno, CA 94066Phone: (650) 873-8622Fax: (650) 873-7846Email: [email protected]: [email protected]: www.wccsports.com

Commissioner - Jamie ZaninovichAssociate Commissioner, SWA - Wendy GuthrieAssociate Commissioner, Marketing - Scott LeykamDirector of Communications - Jae Wilson Director of Compliance - Sarah ArensDirector of Championships - Ellen MooreAssociate Communications Director - Anish Patel (VB)Compliance/Communications - Amanda Wood/Stefanie Ordoveza

- Loyola Marymount, Pepperdine, Saint Mary’s, San Diego, San Francisco and Santa Clara - in 2003. The conference enjoyed another record-setting year in 2005 as five teams advanced to the NCAA’s, two squads reached the Sweet-16 for the second consecutive season. Santa Clara and Pepperdine faced each other in the third round with the Broncos downing the Waves en route to the Final-Four - the first national semifinal berth in WCC history. In the last 11 years the conference has featured 24 All-Americans and last year, San Diego’s Amy DeGroot earned AVCA Honorable Mention All-America honors and captured league MVP honors. As for its overall success, the WCC has annually advanced at least one team or individual to a national championship semifinal since 1989. In 2005 Portland women’s soccer captured its second College Cup in four seasons. The Pilots dispatched Santa Clara - the 2001 NCAA Champions - in the 2002 National Finals. League members have won more than 32 NCAA team and individual championships overall, most recently when Pepperdine captured the men’s tennis team title in 2006.

West Coast Conference Volleyball began in 1985 and today ranks as one of the toughest

conferences in the entire nation. In 2003, an un-precedented six league schools qualified for the NCAA Tournament and at least three teams have reached the postseason each year since 1997.

2008 ALL-WEST COAST CONFERENCE TEAM

Name Yr. Pos. SchoolCarly Babin SR MB USFMegan Burton JR MB SMCAnna Cmaylo SR MB SCUEmily Day SR OH LMUAmy DeGroot JR OH USDAlix Gombos SR MB USF

PLAYER OF THE YEARAmy DeGroot - San Diego

COACH OF THE YEARJennifer Petrie - San Diego

WEST COAST CONFERENCE VOLLEYBALL BY THE NUMBERS...

64 Number of AVCA All-Pacific Region Selections61 Number of NCAA Tournament appearances by member schools37 Number of NCAA Tournament victories by member schools24 Number of NCAA Tournament second round appearances by member schools23 Number of AVCA All-Americans17 Number of Volleyball Monthly All-Americans11 Number of times three or more member schools qualified for the NCAA Tournament in the same year10 Number of NCAA Sweet-16 appearances by member schools 9 Number of First Team All-Americans 7 Number of member schools to qualify for the NCAA Tournament 2 Number of NCAA Elite-Eight appearances by member schools 1 Number of NCAA Final-Four appearances by member schools

ALL-WEST COAST CONFERENCE FIRST TEAM

FRESHMAN OF THE YEARKim Hill - Pepperdine

DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEARStevi Robinson - Pepperdine

Name Yr. Pos. SchoolKapua Kamana’o SO S SMCShannon Lowell SO MB SMCSarah Mandala SO OPP USFJessica Nyrop S SR USDJulie Rubenstein OH SR PEPAli Troost SO RS USD

PAST WCC CHAMPIONS2008 San Diego2007 USD/SCU2006 San Diego2005 Santa Clara2004 San Diego2003 Pepperdine2002 Pepperdine2001 Pepperdine2000 Santa Clara1999 Pepperdine1998 San Diego1997 San Diego1996 LMU

1995 LMU1994 LMU1993 Santa Clara1992 Santa Clara1991 Pepperdine1990 Pepperdine1989 Pepperdine1988 Pepperdine1987 Pepperdine1986 LMU 1985 Pepperdine

PAST WCC NCAA BERTHS2008 USD, USF, SMC, PEP, SCU2007 PEP, SCU, USD2006 PEP, SCU, USD2005 LMU, PEP, SCU, SMC, USD2004 LMU, SCU, SMC, USD2003 LMU, PEP, SMC, USD, USF, SCU2002 PEP, USD, SCU2001 LMU, PEP, SCU2000 LMU, PEP, SCU1999 LMU, PEP, USD, SCU1998 PEP, USD, SCU1997 LMU, PEP, USD

1996 LMU, USD1995 LMU1994 LMU1993 USD, SCU1992 SCU1991 PEP1990 GON, PEP1989 PEP1988 PEP1987 PEP1986 LMU, PEP1985 PEP

West Coast Conference


Haley Carroll 2008Darcy Carroll 2008Sarah Mandala 2007Alix Gombos 2006, 2007Kristin Hasselberg 2005KeLicia Shorts 2004Theresa Hart 2003Teresa Russell 1999, 2001 & 2003

USF ALL-NORPAC SELECTIONSKathy Schindler 1983 (2) & 1984 (2)

(NORPAC Conference - California, Fresno State, Oregon, Oregon State, Pacific, San Jose State, Santa Clara, USF, Washington &

Washington State)

USF ALL-WCC SELECTIONSSarah Mandala 2008 (1)Haley Carroll 2007 (1)Carly Babin 2008 (1)Alix Gombos 2008 (1)Kristin Hasselberg 2006 (1)Stephanie Voelckers 2004 (1)Brittanie Budinger 2002 (1) & 2003 (1)Kelly Harris 1995 (2)Jodi Princeton 1993 (2)Lisa Tschannen 1990 (2) & 1993 (1)Melanie Kaiser 1989 (2) & 1991 (2)Melanie Kaiser 1990 (1)Kim Gray 1988 (2)Sharon Mellen 1987 (2)Denise Pardoen 1987 (2)Tracy Harrison 1985 (2)Kathy Schindler 1985 (1)

WCC DEFENDER OF THE YEARHaley Carroll 2007

WCC COACH OF THE YEARLaurie Corbelli 1987

USF WCC FRESHMAN TEAM* SELECTIONS

Haley Carroll 2006Darcy Carroll 2005Sarah McCandless 1992Carrie Dunlap 1990Denise MacDougal 1989Deanne Anastas 1988Melanie Kaiser 1988

*WCC discontinued All-Freshman Teams from 1994-2004

Caroline Skacel 2003 All-WCC Honorable Mention

Kristin Hasselberg 2005 All-WCC Honorable Mention

Kathy Schindler • All-WCC First Team (1985)All-NORPAC Second Team (1983 & 1984)

KeLicia Shorts2005

Laura Tinetti2000

Jeanette Sargenti1997

Denise MacDougal1989 & 1990

Caroline Skacel 2003Amanda Willnerd 2001Laura Tinetti 2000Casie Lomax 1999Jeanette Sargenti 1997Jaime Schopflin 1996Kelly Harris 1994Denise MacDougal 1989 & 1990

USF ALL-WCC HONORABLE MENTION SELECTIONS

Brittanie Budinger • 2002-03All-WCC First Team

Laurie Corbelli 1987 WCC Coach of the Year

All-WCC Honors

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