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FEATURES 2 011-12 B EARCATS GAMEDAY An Unexpected Path to Cincinnati Cheikh Mbodj Finds his Dreams in a Whole New World...... 2 The official 2011-12 University of Cincinnati Gameday Magazine Big Apple Connection is published by the UC Athletics Department and IMG College. Borough-Born Bearcat Continues NYC to Cincinnati Pipeline...... 6 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI STAFF Editorial PLAYBOOK Cincinnati Sports Communications Department Head Coach Mick Cronin ...... 8 Editor Katie Baran Assistant Coaches ...... 10 Assistant Editors Meet the Bearcats ...... 14 Andre Foushee, Ryan Koslen, The University of Cincinnati ...... 28 Jeremy Martin, Doug Mosley, Jeff Geiser Contributing Photography and Images President Gregory H. Williams ...... 30 Brett Hansbauer, Frank Victores, Jay Yocis, Jeff Director of Athletics Whit Babcock ...... 32 Harwell, Ashley Kempher, Bob Levey, Stephen UC Basketball History ...... 34 Pinchback, Lisa Ventre, UC Photographic Services, Mayhew and Pepper Photography, Cincinnati USA Oscar Robertson: Bearcat Legend ...... 38 Regional Chamber. Fifth Third Arena ...... 40 Cincinnati Spirit ...... 42 Tradition...... 43 Head Coaches...... 44 www.imgworld.com Bearcats in the NBA ...... 46 888/484-4678 Retired Numbers ...... 48 CORPORATE OFFICERS UCATS...... 50 Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tip-Off Club ...... 53 Michael Dolan President, Sports and Entertainment Compliance...... 54 George Pyne Opponent Rosters...... 56 Scorecard...... 58 IMG COLLEGE President 2011-12 SCHEDULE Ben Sutton Jr. Chief Operating Officer Date/Result School Time Tony Crispino Senior Vice President, Chief Innovation Officer 11/1 McGill (exh.) ...... 7 p.m. Mark Dyer 11/8 Northern Ky. (exh.) ...... 7 p.m. Vice President, Strategic Communications Andrew Giangola 11/13 Alabama State ...... 7 p.m. Chief Sales & Marketing Officer 11/15 Jacksonville State ...... 7 p.m. Roger VanDerSnick 11/19 Presbyterian ...... 4 p.m. BEARCATS SPORTS MARKETING 11/21 Northwestern State ...... 7 p.m. VP and General Manager John Mason 11/25 Marshall ...... 7 p.m. Partner Services Coordinator 11/29 Miami (Ohio) ...... 7 p.m. Rachel Cravens 12/2 at Georgia...... 7 p.m. Account Executives Brian Florko, Joe Gallagher 12/10 at Xavier ...... 12:30 p.m. Bearcats Sports Marketing/IMG College 12/14 at Wright State ...... 7 p.m. P.O. Box 210021 2751 O’Varsity Way, Suite 8700 12/17 Radford ...... 2 p.m. Cincinnati OH 45221 12/21 Arkansas-Pine Bluff ...... 7 p.m. Phone: (513) 556-4531 Fax: (513) 556-4538 12/23 Chicago State ...... 7 p.m. 12/29 Oklahoma ...... 9 p.m. PUBLISHING Senior Vice President, Operations 1/1 at Pittsburgh...... 7 p.m. Joe Potter 1/4 Notre Dame...... 7 p.m. Vice President, Publishing John Justus 1/7 St. John’s...... 2 p.m. Director of Publishing 1/9 at Georgetown ...... 9 p.m. Kirk Phillips 1/14 Villanova ...... Noon Managing Editors Chad Laytham, Jason Crisler 1/18 at Connecticut ...... 7 p.m. Assistant Managing Editors 1/21 at West Virginia ...... 3 p.m. Dan King, Matt Coy Project Editors 1/23 Syracuse ...... 7 p.m. Jason Brunn, Kara Koscelski 1/28 at Rutgers...... 6 p.m. Editorial Division Dan Peters, Richard Groves, Jeffrey Salmon, Todd Krise, 2/4 DePaul ...... 7 p.m. John Stegeman, Courtney Feltner 2/8 at St. John’s...... 7 p.m. Creative Director Kristy Marques 2/11 at Marquette ...... 3 p.m. Design Studio 2/15 Providence ...... 9 p.m. Sarah Jane Snowden, Joy Chambers 2/18 Seton Hall ...... 4 p.m. PUBLICATION ADVERTISING/MARKETING 2/23 Louisville ...... 9 p.m. Director, Local/Regional Print Sales 2/26 at USF...... Noon Doug Iler, 502/459-4346 Marketing Manager & Fulfillment Director 2/29 Marquette ...... 7 p.m. Matt Briggs, 859/226-4556 3/3 at Villanova ...... 2 p.m.

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> An Unexpected Path to Cincinnati Cheikh Mbodj Finds his Dreams in a Whole New World

By Lindsay Brash magine moving more than 4,000 miles from Ieverything you know. Now, envision having to adjust to a new culture and way of life. It seems like a challenge for most, but it’s a reality for Dakar, Senegal, born Cheikh Mbodj. In a country where soccer and wrestling dominate, Mbodj went against the norm and found basketball. Having grown up by a basketball court, he and his classmates would play ‘street ball’ after soccer practice. As he became more serious and continued to improve on the court, his family and friends started to encour- age his playing career. “I started getting serious when people started telling me I could be a really good basketball player and I should focus on it,” Mbodj said. Mbodj got his big break when he received invita- tions to play at a variety of camps, catching the atten- tion of Amadou Gallo Fall. Fall, who currently serves as the vice president of development for NBA Africa, > Cheikh Mbodj grew up by a basketball court and first saw Mbodj when he walked by a court where made it his ticket to the U.S. and a successful bas- Mbodj was playing. Impressed by how he played, Fall ketball career. invited Mbodj to his school in Senegal that focuses on sports and education. “It was a tough transition because Senegal and the “I ended up going to (Fall’s) school playing basket- U.S., are not the same,” Mbodj said. “I found a lot of ball and going to a lot of camps like Africa Without differences and a lot of troubles with culture shock Borders in South Africa, which is an NBA camp,” and all of that. It wasn’t easy.” Mbodj said. “A lot of college coaches have been trav- The biggest culture shock Mbodj had to overcome eling to Senegal to bring their school there for visits. A was the language barrier. Growing up in Senegal, his lot of them were telling me I should come over here primary language was French. Coming to America, and play. At this time I was already living the dream Mbodj had to shift to using English and trying to find playing basketball, but then I ended up getting a schol- the right words to express his thoughts. But the lan- arship to play basketball at the junior college in Texas.” guage barrier wasn’t the only struggle Mbodj had to In pursuit of his dream, the 6-foot-10 guard moved overcome when he arrived to the U.S. People also ap- to the United States three years ago when he received proached him differently. a scholarship to play at Grayson County College, a jun- “Back home more people are helping you out ior college in North Texas. In his two years, Mbodj av- and are more outgoing,” Mbodj said. “When I first eraged 14.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per got here, it was kind of different because of the lan- game. He earned recognition for his outstanding play guage issues.” by being named the 2011 North Texas Junior College While Mbodj was able to adjust with the help of Athletic Association co-player of the year and an his coaches and teammates, he wasn’t sure how much NJCAA All-American honorable mention. the language barrier was preventing him from getting However, while the transition was easy on the to know Americans and their lifestyle. court, the same could not be said about the adjustment However, the move from Senegal to Dallas, Texas, to his new way of life. helped prepare Mbodj for the next step in his life —

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> An Unexpected Path to Cincinnati Cheikh Mbodj Finds his Dreams in a Whole New World

moving to Cincinnati after being recruited by him from getting playing time early in the season Bearcats’ men’s basketball head coach Mick Cronin. that would have helped him adjust to the playing Luckily, he did not suffer a second culture shock when styles of NCAA college basketball. he moved to the Queen City. “I think if he wouldn’t have gotten hurt, he would Now able to accept and move past the cultural dif- have had a smooth adjustment,” Cronin said. ferences, Mbodj appreciates the opportunity he has While Mbodj did not get early season playing time, been given. he has made the most of his appearances on the court “Only a few of them (junior college student- showing fans and coaches how essential he is to the athletes) will get a chance to get a DI scholarship success of the team. In five games this season, his best so I was really blessed to get a scholarship,” Mbodj performance was against Miami (OH), when he said. “I’m not saying I’m at the top of my game posted a season-high 12 points. He then recorded five right now, but I’m still progressing.” rebounds on the road at Georgia. Off the court, Mbodj had a smooth transition Mbodj credits his teammates and coaches with help- from living in Dallas to living in Cincinnati, but on ing him smooth out his switch to big-time basketball. the court, he’s had a difficult start to his Division I “The team, all of them, are great people,” Mbodj career. He started off slowly at UC with an ankle said. “Not only good basketball players, but nice peo- injury that he continues to surmount. It prevented ple, too. They have been helping me and talking to me, explaining things to me. If I don’t understand something they always help me.” The players also have become a family to him. Mbodj moved to the United States by himself, leaving his family back home in Senegal. “He misses his family and I think that by far has been the hardest thing,” Cronin said. While there are times he feels alone, the team steps in and gets him to move past the loneliness. The team and his family back home have been a great support for him — both personally and professionally. Although his family remains in Senegal, Mbodj still feels their sup- port all around him. His parents backed the move to the United States knowing he would get a great educa- tion and have the chance to live his dream, like his fa- ther once did. “They were really supportive because my dad is a great illustration of people leaving their country to get an education,” Mbodj said. “He went to France and he studied at college, so he was really supportive telling me it isn’t going to be easy, but you just got to do what you have to do to get an education.” So far, Mbodj has been doing just that. From Sene- gal to Texas to Ohio, he has beaten all of the obstacles along the way. While the path hasn’t been easy, his > Mbodj has adjusted to the U.S. but still misses intention has remained the same — to live his dream his home of Senegal. playing basketball.

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> Big Apple Connection Borough-Born Bearcat Continues NYC to Cincinnati Pipeline

By Drew Weber Freshman forward Jermaine Sanders is the latest oughness, grit and competiveness have product from the NYC to Cincinnati pipeline. The T come to define the typical basketball talents Far Rockaway, N.Y., native grew up like many New who hail from the New York metropolitan York City players, dreaming of playing in the BIG area. These attributes are old news to Cincinnati assis- EAST Conference. tant coach Darren Savino, whose extensive basketball “My dream was to play in the BIG EAST grow- background began in his hometown of New Jersey. ing up,” Sanders said. “A lot of players from my “Getting a player from New York or New Jersey, area went to BIG EAST schools. One of my old basketball is really important where they come from high school classmates, Kemba Walker, went to the and they want to win,” Savino said. “They want to BIG EAST, so that just made me want to go to the show people that they are good players. For us as a BIG EAST.” college, that helps us as coaches to get players that The in-roads that the coaching staff has made want to win.” in recruiting the New York metropolitan area have Before Savino was added to UC prior to last sea- established a lot of respect and credibility for the son, the Cincinnati coaching staff was already in the Cincinnati program in the area. For Sanders, to process of building a pipeline of basketball talent follow in the footsteps of a former Bearcat is what from the New York metropolitan area to Cincin- made Cincinnati so attractive to him. nati. Former Bearcats such as Lance Stephenson, “I think Cincinnati has a lot of respect in New Rashad Bishop and current Bearcat Sean Kilpatrick York City after seeing Lance (Stephenson) coming are important pieces in this connection. here and going to the NBA after one year,” Sanders said. “A lot of players in New York look up to Lance (Stephenson) and see what he did in his career on the New York level, high school level and they think that they can come to Cincinnati and do the same thing that he did.” Sanders also was fortunate enough to have another former Bearcat lay out the expectations of UC to him. Fellow Rice High School alum and one of UC’s all- time great point guards, Kenny Satterfield, offered Sanders some very valuable advice. “He just told me the fans are diehard fans and I just got to play hard to get some minutes,” Sanders said. “He told me that Mick (Cronin) was a great coach and the staff was good.” Throughout his freshman season, Sanders contin- ues to show the patented New York City competitive nature and is willing to do whatever the team needs him to do to win. “I think what stands out, and his teammates will agree, is his unselfishness,” Savino said. “Trying to fit in, do the things that the coaches ask of him, not try to do too much and just try to be a part of the team and not try to overstep where he is so far in > Jermaine Sanders keeps the NYC tradition his career. Just be a part of the team and help the alive at UC. team win.”

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ince taking the reins of the Univer- Ssity of Cincinnati men’s basketball program in late March 2006, Mick Cronin has been busy assembling his program piece by piece from the ground up — stressing the importance of academic success, collecting talented recruits and increasing the Bearcats’ victory total every season. After a 2010-11 campaign that saw the Bearcats advance to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in six seasons; record their highest win total since the 2002 campaign; achieve their most BIG EAST Conference wins in school his- tory; secure an incoming recruiting class tabbed among the Top 25 in the nation; and receive the prestigious “Public Recognition Award” for their outstanding Academic Progress Rate, followers should be eager for the future of UC basketball. During Cronin’s five years at Cincinnati, the team has shown improvement each step of the way, becoming the only program in the nation to > Mick Cronin led the Bearcats to a school increase its overall win total each season (11 in record in BIG EAST wins last season. 2006-07, 13 in 2007-08, 18 in 2008-09, 19 in 2009-10 and 26 in 2010-11). Cronin directed the Racers to a school-best 28-6 A native of the Queen City and 1997 gradu- record, the Ohio Valley Conference tourna- ate of UC, Cronin has long had a passion for ment championship, and an NCAA Tourna- Cincinnati and the sport of basketball. As a ment appearance. His 28 wins are the sixth most child he used to follow his father, Hep, a highly in NCAA history for a first-year head coach. He successful local high school coach, around the earned OVC Coach of the Year honors two sea- gyms throughout the city. When his promising sons later, guiding Murray State to another OVC playing career at La Salle High School was cut crown, league tournament crown and NCAA short due to a knee injury, Cronin set his sights Tournament appearance with a 24-6 overall on coaching. He punched his own ticket coach- record and 17-3 conference mark in 2005-06. ing varsity and junior varsity high school basket- During 12 years as an assistant and head ball, spending time as a video coordinator, and coach, Cronin built a reputation for his ability to then as an assistant coach for the likes of Rick evaluate and recruit top talent. In his stint at UC Pitino and Bob Huggins. His hard work and ded- as an assistant coach from 1997-2001, Cronin ication made him one of the nation’s top recruiters made an immediate impact by recruiting several and one of the most highly sought after coaches top players, including NBA Draft selections Steve when he accepted his first head coaching position Logan (Golden State); DerMarr Johnson (At- in 2003 at Murray State University. lanta); Pete Mickeal (Dallas); Kenny Satterfield Cronin honed his skills as a head coach for (Dallas); and Jason Maxiell (Detroit). Those play- three years at Murray State, compiling a 69-24 ers helped build a recruiting base that included record and earning a pair of berths to the NCAA two top-5 and a top-10 rated classes during Tournament. In his debut season as head coach, Cronin’s final three seasons. His work as a coach

8 | Cincinnati Men’s Basketball Program > Leading the Bearcats Cronin enters his sixth season and recruiter paid dividends for Cincinnati as it > Cronin at the helm compiled a 108-26 record, five C-USA regular- season titles, and a pair of tournament crowns. University of Cincinnati head coach Mick Following the 2000-01 season, Cronin became Cronin has caught the attention of national college the associate head coach and recruiting coordi- basketball experts with his steady efforts to rebuild nator at Louisville under Pick Pitino. In his very the Bearcat basketball program. Now entering his first year, Cronin helped attract a top-10 sixth season at his alma mater, Cronin leads the ranked recruiting class, including Francisco nation’s only program to have increased its win Garcia, who went on to earn 2003 C-USA total in each of the last five seasons. UC returned Freshman of the Year and was eventually to the NCAA Tournament a year ago while also drafted by Sacramento. National sports publi- receiving national recognition for achieving an Ac- cations took notice ranking Cronin as the top ademic Percentage Rate (APR) that ranked among assistant coach in the nation in 2002-03 by the top 10 percent in the nation. Athlon and the top assistant in Conference USA by Lindy’s. That same year, The Sporting News What They are Saying about UC Head named him the top recruiting assistant in the Coach Mick Cronin: nation and the top assistant in C-USA. “Perhaps it’s just the sheer size of the BIG Mick is the second generation of the Cronin EAST that has prevented the public generally from family in the coaching ranks. His father compiled noticing just how vast Mick Cronin’s accomplish- more than 400 victories in his high school coaching ments have been at Cincinnati. From starting with career and is recently retired from being a Major not much more than a few basketballs and an League Baseball scout for the Atlanta Braves. empty gym, and playing in a league that routinely Mick Cronin resides in Cincinnati with his is producing No. 1 NCAA seeds and Final Four five-year old daughter, Samantha. teams, Mick elevated the Bearcats to 26 victories and an NCAA Tournament berth within five sea- sons. And he did this with players who have lifted the program’s academic rating and graduated from the university. It might be the most underrated coaching performance of the past two decades in college basketball. It’s darned near a miracle.” -Mike DeCourcy, Sporting News “Mick has done an outstanding job in an ex- tremely difficult situation. The odds were against him, but he was persistent and got the Bearcats over the hump and into the NCAA Tournament where they should be a regular at knocking on that door every March.” -Andy Katz, ESPN “Mick Cronin has done a great rebuilding job at Cincinnati. I love the emotion and passion he brings to the sidelines. Bearcat fans have to be thrilled with what he has done in a relatively short > Mick Cronin is a native of the Queen City time. Stock up for Mick Cronin, baby!” and 1997 graduate of UC. -Dick Vitale, ESPN

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> Larry Davis • Associate Head Coach

The dean of the Cincinnati coaching staff, associate head coach Larry Davis, has compiled a quarter century worth of experience in the college coaching ranks, includ- ing nine as the head coach at Furman University. In his sixth season at Cincinnati, Davis is tasked with the job of orchestrating recruiting, practice and team preparation, while focusing a great deal of his time with the guards. Prior to joining UC, Davis served as the head coach at Furman from 1997-2006, where he undertook a massive revitalization of the Paladins’ program, directing the school to a record of 124-139. Furman posted three winning seasons after 2002, and achieved its first winning record in conference play in more than a decade under Davis’ guidance. Davis was an assistant coach at Minnesota for three seasons (1994-97), helping the Golden Gophers compile a 69-29 record while making three postseason appearances and a trip to the Final Four. Previous coaching stops included a year at Ball State (1993-94), four seasons at Wake Forest (1989-93), and four years at Delaware (1985-89). At Wake Forest, Davis helped the school rise from last place in the Atlantic Coast Conference to make three straight NCAA Tournament appearances (1991-93), coach- ing the likes of long-time NBA veteran Rodney Rogers. Davis launched his career as a graduate assistant at East Tennessee State following his graduation from Asbury College in 1978. After three seasons, he became a head coach in the high school ranks, serving a year at Cloverport (Ky.) and two at Oak Hill Academy in Virginia, where he compiled a 51-9 record. Davis and his wife, Treva, live in Cincinnati with their son, Jordan. Their daughter, Morgan, graduated from Furman University.

> George Jackson • Assistant Coach

A former high school basketball coaching legend in the Queen City, George Jack- son is in his third season as an assistant coach at Cincinnati, playing a heavy role in recruiting while spending time developing the Bearcats frontcourt. Jackson joined the Bearcats after spending two seasons as an assistant at Bowling Green State under another Cincinnati native and former high school teammate Lou Orr. Prior to Bowling Green, Jackson and Orr spent five years together at Seton Hall. Before joining Orr at Seton Hall in 2001, Jackson spent 22 years at Withrow High School in Cincinnati — 20 as head coach — building and maintaining a standout boys’ basketball program. His teams claimed 12 Queen City Conference-Metro titles, eight sectional crowns and five district championships. He also led the Tigers to two appearances in state semifinals. His 1994 Tigers finished the year as the state runner-up. More than 60 of Jackson’s players at Withrow went on to continue their education, earning basketball scholarships. Brandon Hunter, Tyrone Hill and Ricky Calloway went on to the National Basketball Association (NBA). As a high school teacher, coach and administrator, Jackson earned several honors, including conference Coach of the Year seven times and Greater Cincinnati Coach of the Year three times. He is a member of the Greater Cincinnati Basketball Hall of Fame, the Southwest Ohio Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, the Hamilton (Ohio) County Sports Hall of Fame and the Withrow High School Hall of Fame. A 1979 graduate of Wittenberg University, Jackson was a member of the school’s NCAA champi- onship basketball team in 1977. Jackson and his wife, Melanie, have a daughter, Stephanie Hall, as well as a son-in-law Ali Hamid Hall and grandson Alijah Jackson Hall.

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> Darren Savino • Assistant Coach

Seven years of experience in the coaching ranks at three BIG EAST Conference schools highlights the 16-year college coaching career of University of Cincinnati assistant coach Darren Savino. Savino, in his second season at UC, gained previous BIG EAST experience at Rut- gers (2006-09) and St. John’s (1996-98) and owns several ties to the New York metro area. Savino joined the Bearcats staff after a four-year stint at Rutgers where he was a key New York and New Jersey recruiter. He was named the Scarlet Knights interim head coach in April 2010 after the res- ignation of head coach Fred Hill. Prior to his term at Rutgers, UC head coach Mick Cronin and Savino developed a close rapport at Mur- ray State where Savino served as an assistant from 2004-06. As a member of the Racers’ staff, Savino helped Murray State to an Ohio Valley Conference championship and an NCAA Tournament appearance. From 2002-04, Savino served as an assistant coach at Quinnipiac University. Prior to Quinnipiac, Savino was an assistant at the University of New Mexico (1999-202) where he helped guide the squad to three NIT appearances. Savino held a similar title at East Carolina University in 1998-99 and at St. John’s University from 1996-98. During the second of his two seasons at St. John’s, the Red Storm reached the NCAA Tour- nament for the first time in five years with a team featuring future NBA players Ron Artest, Felipe Lopez, Zendon Hamilton, and Lavor Postell. Before St. John’s, Savino spent the 1995-96 season as an administrative assistant at Seton Hall University. Savino graduated in 1994 from Jersey City College with a degree in business administration, specializing in sports management. A 1989 graduate of St. Anthony High School, Savino played under the legendary Bob Hurley Sr., on a team that won the USA Today national championship his senior season. > Support Staff

> Drew Seidenberger > Chris Shumate > Jeff Carrico > Dave Andrews > Sara Piepho Dir. of Basketball Dir. of Student- Asst. AD/ Strength and Con- Academic Advisor Operations Athlete Development Sports Medicine ditioning Coach

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> Meet the Bearcats 2011-12 Cincinnati basketball team

> Jeremiah Davis III

Guard > 6-3 > 200 > Fr.-HS 0 Muncie, Ind. Huntington Prep (W.Va.)

Nickname: Trey Favorite movie: Remember the Titans Favorite TV show: Family Guy Favorite music artist: Wale Best non-athletic talent: Play the guitar and saxophone Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: His toughness Favorite thing about UC fans: Their love for the game When I was a kid I tried to be like: My father A word that describes how I play: Skilled Person I admire most: My mother Most important thing I have learned since coming to Cincinnati: Becoming a better person Personal: Jeremiah Davis III ... born Jan. 22, 1993 in Muncie, Ind. ... son of Maria and Jeremiah Davis ... has a brother, Aaron ... majoring in psychology.

> Dion Dixon

Guard > 6-3 > 195 > Sr.-3L 3 Chicago, Ill. Crane Technical Prep Common

Nickname: Double D Interests/Hobbies: Swimming Favorite place on campus: Gym Teammate who makes me laugh the hardest: JaQuon Parker Favorite music artist: Drake Favorite pro athlete: Dwyane Wade Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He’s funny My advice for young people: Keep working How I get ready for a game: Listen to music A word that describes how I play: Hard Person I admire most: My mother Personal: Diontae Dwayne Dixon ... born Dec. 24, 1989, in Chicago, Ill. ... son of Toni Dixon and Donnie Harris ... has a twin sister D’Anna ... majoring in criminal justice.

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> Meet the Bearcats 2011-12 Cincinnati basketball team

> Octavius Ellis

Forward > 6-9 > 210 > Fr.-HS 2 Memphis, Tenn. Whitehaven

Nickname: Oct or Tay What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: Get stronger Favorite movie: Boyz in the Hood Favorite TV show: Martin Favorite music artist: Lil Wayne Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He’s funny My advice for young people: Stay out of trouble How I get ready for a game: Listen to music A word that describes how I play: Aggressive Personal: Octavius Todd Ellis ... born March 10, 1993 in Memphis, Tenn. ... son of Jerrell Horne, a former basketball player at the University of Memphis (1993-94) ... cousin of current NBA player Monta Ellis (Golden State) ... guardian is Flossie Ellis ... has two sisters Nissa and Dawn Ellis ... plans to major in criminal justice.

> Alex Eppensteiner

Guard > 6-3 > 210 > Jr.-2L 10 Cincinnati, Ohio Elder

Nickname: Epp What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: Consis- tency Favorite movie: Billy Madison Favorite pro athlete: LeBron James Prized possession: Family Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: Loyalty Favorite thing about UC fans: Their ability to help us win My advice for young people: Do what you love When I was a kid I tried to be like: Batman How I get ready for a game: Listen to music A word that describes how I play: Tough People I admire most: My parents Personal: Alex Joseph Eppensteiner ... born Dec. 26, 1990 ... son of Janis and John Eppensteiner ... has two brothers and one sister ... majoring in business.

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> Meet the Bearcats 2011-12 Cincinnati basketball team

> Kelvin Gaines

Center > 6-10 > 225 > RFr.-HS 24 Ocala, Fla. Arlington Country Day

Interests/Hobbies: Hunting and fishing Favorite foods: Seafood, soul food Favorite place on campus: TUC Favorite movie: Glory Road Favorite music artists: 2 Pac, J Cole and Drake, Rascal Flatts Prized possession: Life, God, family, things yet to come Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He won’t back down My advice for young people: Keep God first and don’t try to do anything unless you put your all into it When I was a kid I tried to be like: My father Better NBA player; Kobe or LeBron: Kobe How I get ready for a game: Talk to the Lord Personal: Kelvin Ivia Gaines ... born Jan. 11, 1991 ... son of Lawrence and Jackie Stewart ... has two brothers and two sisters ... majoring in criminal justice.

> Yancy Gates

Forward > 6-9 > 260 > Sr.-3L 34 Cincinnati, Ohio Withrow

Favorite food: Pizza Least favorite food: Anything healthy Favorite movie: He Got Game Favorite TV show: Everybody Hates Chris Favorite music artist: Lil Wayne, Jay-Z Favorite pro athlete: Kobe Bryant Prized possession: My daughter Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He’s funny Favorite thing about UC fans: They get loud My advice for young people: Be all that you can be Person I admire most: My dad Most important thing I have learned since coming to Cincinnati: How to be on time Personal: Yancy Gates ... born Oct. 15, 1989, in Cincinnati ... son of Phyllis Bryant and Tony Dees ... majoring in criminal justice.

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> Ge’Lawn Guyn

Guard > 6-1 > 175 > Fr.-HS 14 Georgetown, Ky. South Kent Prep (Conn.)

Nickname: G’Baby Interests/Hobbies: Reading, sleeping Favorite music artist: Drake Best non-athletic talent: Play the piano Prized possession: My family Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He keeps it real Favorite thing about UC fans: They are wild My advice for young people: Always work hard and try your best Better NBA player; Kobe or LeBron: Dwyane Wade People I admire most: My parents Personal: Ge’Lawn Rakeem Guyn ... born Nov. 24, 1990, in Lexington, Ky. ... son of Rebecca and George Guyn ... has five brothers: Algernon Aderson, General Guyn, Elishawn Guyn, Octavier Guyn and Jameal Withrow and a sister, Tereka Guyn ... Plans to major in criminal justice.

> Justin Jackson

Forward > 6-8 > 210 > So.-1L 5 Cocoa Beach, Fla. Arlington Country Day

Nickname: Jack What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: My shooting Teammate who makes me laugh the hardest: Cashmere Wright Favorite movie: Dude, Where’s My Car? Favorite pro athlete: Scottie Pippen Best non-athletic talent: Dancing Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He’s a real person Favorite thing about UC fans: Their love My advice for young people: Stay in school When I was a kid I tried to be like: Superman A word that describes how I play: Hard Person I admire most: My dad Personal: Justin Jackson ... born Oct. 13, 1990 ... son of Shannan and Larry Jackson ... has two brothers and a sister ... majoring in criminal justice.

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> Sean Kilpatrick

Guard/Forward > 6-4 > 215 > So.-1L 23 White Plains, N.Y. Notre Dame Prep

What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: My ball handling Best non-athletic talent: Impersonations Prized possession: My daughter Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He wants you to be the best person you can be Favorite thing about UC fans: True fans My advice for young people: Never give up on your dreams and keep striving How I get ready for a game: Listen to music, pray and think about how far I have come A word that describes how I play: Smooth Person I admire most: My mother Personal: Sean Redell Kilpatrick ... born Jan. 6, 1990, in Yonkers, N.Y. ... son of Regina Williams and Sean Kilpatrick Sr. ... has one brother and one sister ... majoring in exploratory studies.

> Cheikh Mbodj

Center > 6-10 > 245 > Jr.-TR 13 Dakar, Senegal Grayson County (Texas) College

Nickname: Baby Shaq Favorite food: Senegalese food Least favorite food: Chinese food Favorite movie: Transformers Favorite pro athlete: Amar’e Stoudemire Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: Very supportive Favorite thing about UC fans: They are good people When I was a kid I tried to be like: My dad How I get ready for a game: Praying and thanking Allah I am as good as anyone at: Listening to people A word that describes how I play: Serious Personal: Cheikh Tidiane Mbodj ... born Aug. 1, 1987, in Dakar, Senegal ... son of Asta Khaly Welle and Ousmane Mbodj ... has two brothers: Yerim and Massaer and three sisters: three sisters: Ndeye Fatou, Aminata and Fanta ... Plans to major in general studies.

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> JaQuon Parker

Guard > 6-3 > 210 > Jr.-2L 44 Suffolk, Va. King’s Fork

Nickname: Park What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: My jump shot Favorite place on campus: Fifth Third Arena Favorite movie: American Gangster Favorite music artist: Wale Favorite pro athlete: Kobe Bryant Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: His fairness My advice for young people: Stay in school Better NBA player; Kobe or LeBron: Kobe How I get ready for a game: Listen to music and focus A word that describes how I play: Hard Person I admire most: My godmother Personal: JaQuon L. Parker ... born March 29, 1990, in Suffolk, Va. ... son of Gwinn Parker and Jociba Rodgers ... has three brothers and two sisters ... major is exploratory studies.

> Jermaine Sanders

Forward > 6-5 > 225 > Fr.-HS 15 Far Rockaway, N.Y. Rice HS

Nickname: Maine What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: My speed Teammate who makes me laugh the hardest: Jeremiah Davis Favorite music artist: Jay-Z Best non-athletic talent: Caring for others Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: Toughness Favorite thing about UC fans: Their dedication A word that describes how I play: Smooth Person I admire most: My mom Most important thing I have learned since coming to Cincinnati: Being prepared Personal: Jermaine Jameek Sanders ... born Sept. 4, 1992, in Far Rockaway, N.Y. ... son of Lisa Stallings and Jermaine Sanders ... has one brother, Jaquan ... majoring in criminal justice.

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> Meet the Bearcats 2011-12 Cincinnati basketball team

> Shaquille Thomas

Forward > 6-7 > 180 > Fr.-HS 11 Paterson, N.J. NIA Prep

Nickname: Shaq What I need to work on to be a better basketball player: Getting stronger Favorite movie: Friday Favorite music artist: J Cole Favorite pro athlete: Kevin Durant Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: He knows a lot about basketball Favorite thing about UC fans: They are loud My advice for young people: Stay in school I am as good as anyone at: Dancing People I admire most: My grandmother and sister Personal: Shaquille Thomas ... born March 25, 1992, in Paterson, N.J. ... son of Amanda Thomas and Joseph Carson ... has a brother, Isaiah Thomas, and sister, Essence Carson ... majoring in criminal justice.

> Cashmere Wright

Guard > 6-0 > 175 > Jr.-2L 1 Savannah, Ga. Urban Christian Academy

Nickname: Cash Favorite movies: Blue Chips, Love and Basketball Favorite TV show: Everybody Hates Chris Favorite music artist: Lil Boosie Prized possession: My daughter Favorite thing about Coach Cronin: His intensity Favorite thing about UC fans: They get loud My advice for young people: Never let people tell you that you can’t be what you want I am as good as anyone at: Bowling A word that describes how I play basketball: Nice People I admire most: My father and mother Personal: Cashmere A’keem Wright ... born Jan. 9, 1990, in Savannah, Ga. ... son of Gene and Patricia Wright ... has a brother, Antonio Wright ... has a daughter, Aubri Wright ... majoring in criminal justice.

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> The University of Cincinnati UC is a leader in education and research

hio’s premier urban research university, > UC Firsts Othe University of Cincinnati, traces its origins to 1819. In that year, Cincinnati • First program of cooperative education College and the Medical College of Ohio were char- — Herman Schneider (1906) tered. In 1870, the City of Cincinnati established the • First oral polio vaccine — Albert Sabin University of Cincinnati, which later absorbed the ear- • First observations leading to the National lier institutions. In 1906, the University of Cincinnati Weather Service created the first cooperative education program in the • First antihistamine, Benadryl United States. For many years, the University of — George Rieveschl Cincinnati was the second-oldest and second-largest • First electronic organ — Winston Koch municipal university in the country. In 1968, UC • First use of YAG laser to remove brain tumor became a “municipally sponsored, state affiliated” • First bachelor’s degree program in nursing institution, entering a transitional period culminating • First emergency medicine residency program on July 1, 1977, when UC joined the university system • First safe anti-knock gasoline of Ohio. Today, the University of Cincinnati is classi- • First degree program offered via satellite fied as a Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission, and is ranked as one of America’s top 25 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. U.S. News has described UC as one of 15 “up and coming” universi- ties. The Chronicle of Higher Education calls UC a “research heavyweight.” Forbes Magazine named UC one of the world’s most beautiful campuses. UC is the only public institution in Ohio named a “green uni- versity” by Princeton Review. Mission Statement The University of Cincinnati serves the people of tice William Howard Taft; Albert Sabin, developer of Ohio, the nation and the world as a premier, public, the oral polio vaccine; Nobel Peace Prize winner and urban research university dedicated to undergradu- U.S. Vice President Charles G. Dawes; Pulitzer Prize- ate, graduate and professional education, experience- winning cartoonist Walt Handelsman; Doris based learning and research. We are committed to Twitchell Allen, founder of Children’s International excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff Summer Village; soprano Kathleen Battle; Cleveland and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive Abbe, whose work at UC led to the National Weather environment where innovation and freedom of Service; Eula Bingham, environmental scientist and intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, head of OSHA; Marilyn Gaston, assistant surgeon service, partnerships and leadership, we create general; author Thomas Berger “Little Big Man,” opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, “Neighbors;” Prima Ballerina Suzanne Farrell; sports enhance the economy and enrich our University, greats Sandy Koufax, Oscar Robertson, Jack Twyman, city, state and global community. and Tony Trabert; architect Michael Graves; artists Tom Wesselmann and Gilbert Young; and Tony University of Cincinnati Award winner Faith Prince. The number of living Faculty & Alumni alumni of the university is estimated (2009) to be Among the historic faculty or alumni of the Uni- 222,073, with approximately half (108,404) living in versity of Cincinnati are President and later Chief Jus- the greater Cincinnati area.

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www.uc.bkstr.com Tangeman University Center | 513-556-1700 > President Gregory H. Williams The 27th president of the University of Cincinnati

regory H. Williams serves as the 27th Gpresident of the University of Cincin- nati — one of the nation’s top 25 public research universities and named by Forbes as one of the world’s most beautiful campuses. He began his tenure at UC on Nov. 1, 2009. During his first year, he launched a new strategic plan, UC 2019 — Accelerating Our Transformation, which takes its name from the university’s upcom- ing bicentennial year. With UC enrollment at historic highs, President Williams is committed to the university becoming a first-choice destination for students, parents, faculty and staff. The UC 2019 plan sets ambitious goals, based on external benchmarks, to position UC among the best universities in the world. From 2001-09, Dr. Williams served as president of The City College of New York (CCNY), the flag- ship college of The City University of New York. He has worked as a university administrator for more than 30 years, serving in a variety of posts at George Wash- ington University, the University of Iowa and Ohio State University. Prior to becoming CCNY’s presi- Commission on Access, Diversity and Excellence dent, he was Dean of the Law School and Carter C. (CADE) of the Association of Public and Land Grant Kissell Professor of Law at Ohio State University. Universities (APLU, formerly the National Associa- Early in his career, Dr. Williams was a Deputy Sheriff, tion of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges) and he later worked as an aide to a U.S. Senator. and a past president of the Association of American The author of three published books, he is best Law Schools. known for his award-winning and best-selling mem- President Williams has earned five degrees, includ- oir, “Life on the Color Line: The True Story of a ing a J.D. and Ph.D. from George Washington Uni- White Boy Who Discovered He Was Black.” In versity, and he holds five honorary doctorates. He is a 1995, this work was selected as Book of the Year by member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. The Los Angeles Times. As a result of his autobiography, Dr. Williams has been featured on a number of na- > UC Board of Trustees tional programs including “Oprah,” “Dateline NBC with Tom Brokaw,” “Larry King Live,” ABC’s Sandra W. Heimann “Nightline with Ted Koppel” and “Fresh Air with Gary Heiman Terri Gross” of National Public Radio. Margaret E. Buchanan Dr. Williams currently serves on the boards of the C. Francis Barrett Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce Thomas H. Humes and the Uptown Consortium. Robert E. Richardson Jr. Williams also is a member of the Cincinnati Busi- Stanley M. Chesley ness Committee, the Strive Executive Committee and Thomas D. Cassady the CincyTech Executive Committee. He is a member William C. “Wym” Portman III of the American Law Institute, a past Chair of the

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hit Babcock was named Fund, and provided directorial oversight Wthe Director of Athletics at of marketing and promotions, athletics the University of Cincin- ticket office, game operations, licensing, nati on Oct. 22, 2011. internet services, media relations, Mizzou Babcock came to UC after spending Sports Properties (multimedia and corpo- five years at the University of Missouri as rate partnership rights), along with direc- Executive Associate Director of Athletics. tion of men’s basketball. “Whit comes highly recommended as Mizzou achieved all-time highs in an energetic leader and rising star in collegiate donor participation, fundraising, season ticket sports,” UC President Dr. Gregory H. Williams sales and department-wide revenue generation said. “He is a person who will build on the excel- during Babcock’s tenure. The men’s basketball lence of the Bearcat sports and take UC’s athletics program came off its third straight NCAA Tour- program into a dynamic future. I am counting on nament appearance in 2010. him to carry forward our successful programs for Babcock was recently appointed to the NCAA our student-athletes, both on and off the field.” Men’s Basketball Issues Committee. He also “I am honored and humbled to become a part serves as the 2011-12 President of the National of the University of Cincinnati family,” Babcock Association of Athletic Development Directors said upon accepting his position. “I’d like to (NAADD). His Columbia-area community thank President Williams for this tremendous involvement included participation as a member opportunity. Cincinnati is certainly a program on of the advisory board of the University of the rise and can compete successfully academi- Missouri Children’s Hospital. cally and athletically on a national stage.” A former collegiate athlete, Babcock lettered A native of Harrisonburg, Va., Babcock came four seasons for James Madison University’s base- to Mizzou in 2007 following a five-year stint as ball program, serving as team captain during his the Assistant Athletics Director and Executive senior campaign. Director of Development for West Virginia Uni- Babcock earned his bachelor’s degree in kine- versity. Prior to his tenure at WVU, he worked siology and sports studies in 1992 from JMU, at Auburn University serving as the Assistant Ath- and later received his master’s degree in sport letics Director for Development for five years. management from West Virginia University At Missouri, Babcock oversaw the External in 1996. Operations of the department, this included all Whit and his wife Kelly have three sons: Andrew, fundraising matters related to the Tiger Scholarship Brett, and Eli.

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> The Bearcats captured the first of back-to-back national titles in 1960-61.

he University of Cincinnati stands One of the first of Cincinnati’s long list of Tamong the nation’s elite in college bas- standouts was Jack Twyman, who earned All- ketball ... six Final Four appearances and America status in 1954-55. He went on to NBA back-to-back national championships are accom- stardom and is in the Basketball Hall of Fame. plishments only a handful of programs can boast. Robertson is still widely-recognized as one of In fact, UC is one of the winningest teams in the greatest to play the sport — college or pro- NCAA Tournament history. The Bearcats have fessional. A unanimous three-time All-American, compiled a 41-24 record in NCAA play for a he was college basketball’s all-time leading scorer .631 winning percentage. at the close of his career. His 33.8 scoring average Cincinnati’s 1,607-945 record (.630), com- today ranks third on the NCAA career charts, and piled during 110 seasons, places the school he has the NBA’s third-most career assists. The among the top 30 winningest programs. Since Hall of Famer led the U.S. Olympic team to the post-World War II, the beginning of modern day 1960 gold medal. college basketball, UC has a 1,237-591 ledger Sparked by the exploits of Robertson, who be- (.677), an average of 19 wins per year. The Bearcats came the first player to lead the nation in scoring have advanced to postseason play 35 times and have in three consecutive seasons, Cincinnati advanced been conference champions in 31 seasons. to the Final Four in 1958-59 and 1959-60, settling The Bearcats’ excellence is not portrayed in for third place both years. numbers alone. UC is the alma mater of several With a rookie head coach, and without college basketball greats — 29 Bearcats have Robertson, the Bearcats won their first national earned All-America honors, two went on to be- title in 1960-61. Then to prove that the first come Olympic gold medalists, two are enshrined championship was no fluke, UC repeated as in the National Basketball Hall of Fame, and champion in 1961-62. Oscar Robertson was the first UC basketball player Cincinnati made a then-unprecedented fifth- inducted into the FIBA (International Basketball straight trip to the Final Four in 1962-63, and Hall of Fame) prior to the 2009-10 season. narrowly missed capturing a third-straight national

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> UC Basketball History Among the nation’s elite crown when Loyola (Ill.) overcame a 15-point deficit and defeated the Bearcats by a basket, 60-58, in overtime. During those five seasons, UC recorded a 37-game win streak and posted a 161-16 ledger. The five straight Final Four appearances is a feat topped only by UCLA. Connie Dierking (1958), Ralph Davis (1960), Bob Wiesenhahn (1961), Paul Hogue (1961, 1962), Tom Thacker (1963), Tony Yates (1963), Ron Bonham (1963, 1964) and George Wilson (1963) were accorded All-American recognition with Wilson playing on the U.S. 1964 Olympic gold medal team. The Bearcats success continued in the 1970s, during which UC compiled a 170-85 record (.667). Cincinnati inaugurated the Metro Con- ference by winning the league’s first two tourna- ment championships and made four post-season appearances. Jim Ard (1970), Lloyd Batts (1973), Steve Collier (1976), Gary Yoder (1977), Bob Miller (1978) and Pat Cummings (1979) earned All-America recognition. Bob Huggins, who was named head coach in 1989, rekindled those national championship > Oscar Robinson was the first player to lead expectations in only his third season at the helm the nation in scoring three straight seasons. when he directed UC to the Final Four. The Bearcats advanced to the Elite Eight of the Melvin Levett (1999), Logan (2001, ’02), Martin NCAA tournament three times and reached the (1999, 2000) and Pete Mickeal (2000) joined Sweet 16 four times under his direction. Cincinnati’s list of All-Americans. Fortson was a Cincinnati won its conference season and/or consensus first-team All-American in 1996-97 after tournament title 12 times during the Huggins receiving second-team recognition in 1995-96. era. UC claimed eight league tournament titles Martin was college basketball’s top player of the and 10 regular-season crowns during the span, in- 1999-2000 season, making a clean sweep of the cluding seven Top 10 finishes in the final polls. national Player of the Year awards. Logan was a During this time, Cincinnati ranked among the consensus All-American in 2001-02 and a finalist nation’s winningest programs both in terms of for every national Player of the Year award. winning percentage and victories. Mick Cronin became the 26th head coach in Seventeen Bearcats garnered first-team all-con- school history prior to the 2007 campaign and ference honors during this era with three of those, has steadily rebuilt the Bearcats. UC is currently Danny Fortson (1996, ’97), Kenyon Martin (2000) the only program in the nation to improve its win and Steve Logan (2001, ’02), picking up a total of total in each of the last five seasons. Last season’s four C-USA Most Outstanding Player Awards. squad recorded UC’s most wins in BIG EAST Fortson (1996, 1997), Nick Van Exel (1993), Conference play (11) en route to a 26-9 overall Ruben Patterson (1998), Bobby Brannen (1998), mark and return to the NCAA Tournament.

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> Oscar Robertson Bearcat Legend

player like no other — Athat might be the best description of Oscar Robertson. The Bearcats great clearly was the greatest college performer of his time, and today is recognized as one of the game’s all-time bests on the pro and college levels. Robertson was the first player to lead the nation in scoring for three- straight seasons (LSU’s Pete Maravich is the only player since to match that feat), and closed his career as the NCAA’s all-time scoring leader. His 2,973 points currently ranks seventh on the NCAA career scoring list while his 33.8 career scoring average is the third-highest of all-time. Robertson was a three-time con- sensus national Player of the Year, be- fore embarking on his 14-year pro career. He was inducted into the National Basketball Hall of Fame in 1979 and just prior to the start of the 2009-10 season was inducted to the FIBA (International Basketball Associ- ation) Hall of Fame.

Robertson’s career statistics Year Reb Ast Pts 1959-60 424 219 1,011 1958-59 489 206 978 1957-58 425 — 984 Averages 15.2 7.1 33.8

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ifth Third Arena at Shoemaker Center Fans entering from the east side pass by a statue F has provided a home court advantage for of Oscar Robertson. The playing surface is the Bearcats for the past 22 seasons. UC’s named Ed Jucker Court in honor of the coach 13,176-seat playing venue, renamed to recognize who directed the Bearcats to two national Fifth Third Bank’s generous support of the athletics championships. UC’s All-Americans are recog- facilities improvement campaign, has served as a nized by photo banners hanging in the concourses. sixth man for Bearcats basketball since it opened its The south wall of the arena is decorated with doors, originally as the Shoemaker Center, in 1989. the numerous championship banners and the Cincinnati has compiled a 294-63 record and retired jerseys of Bearcat greats Oscar Robertson, a hefty .824 winning percentage since its opening, Jack Twyman and Kenyon Martin, while UC’s and a 187-45 ledger during the past 13 years. All-Americans are recognized on the north wall Moreover, it has brought out Bearcat fans in in addition to the concourse banners. droves. Attendance records were set in five of the The arena is housed in the Myrl H. Shoe- last 17 seasons. In 1999-2000, every Bearcats maker Center and is adjacent to the new home game was a sellout as the team established Richard E. Lindner Center, which is the home a new attendance record with a per-game average of the Department of Athletics administrative of 13,176. and coaching offices as well as the support services The festive arena, with 16 private executive for student-athletes. suites, state-of-the-art Daktronics video display In its proud history, Fifth Third Arena has boards and restaurant and lounge areas overlook- served as host of the 1994 Great Midwest Men’s ing the court, is as good as any college facility in and Women’s Basketball Tournament, the 1998 the nation. Conference USA Men’s Basketball Tournament, The portable playing surface, the All-Star Plus the 1998 Conference USA Volleyball Tourna- which is used by several NBA teams, was installed ment, the 1999 NCAA Mideast Women’s Bas- for the 2003-04 season. ketball Regional, the 2003 NCAA Women’s UC’s proud basketball history and tradition Basketball West Sub-Regional and the 2007 BIG are well-represented in the Fifth Third Arena. EAST Volleyball Tournament.

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> Cincinnati Spirit Band, Cheer, Dance

Cheer Cincy stand first and last for old UC, Cheer Cincinnati, Cincy will win We dedicate with might and main, Fight to the finish, never give in (Rah, Rah, Rah) to Alma Mater this refrain: You do your best boys, we’ll do the rest boys, Onward to victory! Oh varsity, dear varsity, Go Red, Go Black, Go Bearcats! thy loyal children we will be, Fight! Fight! Fight! Thy loyal, loyal children we will be. (Give me a) B-E-A-R-C-A-T-S Go UC! Red and Black Alma Mater The Red and Black shall triumph, O Cincinnati, magic name, As we’re struggling down the field! I proudly to the world proclaim; Oh fight for Cincinnati, No sweeter word ever charmed my ear, McMicken’s foes shall yield: None to my heart was ever so dear, Remember men, the honor, A fountain of eternal youth, that hangs upon this game; a tower of strength, a rock of truth. Remember you are battling now for old McMicken’s fame! Oh varsity, dear varsity, Fight, Cincinnati, thy loyal children we will be, and show the foe who holds the sway; Thy loyal, loyal children we will be. For the Red and Black shall drive them back, And win the game today: Of wealth and station some may boast, Fight Cincinnati: the victory’s ours again, of wide renown from coast to coast; The bonfire’s light will flare tonight, None nobler teachings did instill, The Red and Black shall reign! Than old McMicken on the hill, The black and red banner floats on high, Give a Cheer let all join in the battle cry. Come on and give a cheer for dear Old Cincy. Lift your voice in praises clear. Oh varsity, dear varsity, Show you’re pulling hard for Cincy, thy loyal children we will be, School we love and hold so dear. Thy loyal, loyal children we will be. Yea Cincy! Loyal to our Alma Mater, Long may she live, her children’s pride, We will ever down the foe, and grow and prosper far and wide. Fight! Boys! Fight! The battle is on! At all time let our motto be: Yea Bearcats! See us go!

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National Championships (2) 1961, 1962 Final Four Appearances (6) 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1992 Conf. Championships (31) Ohio Collegiate: 1908 Buckeye Athletics Association: 1926, ’28, ’29, ’30 Mid-American: 1947, ’48, ’49, ’50, ’51 Missouri Valley: 1958, ’59, ’60, ’61, ’62, ’63, ’66 Metro: 1976 (t), ’77 (t), Great Midwest: 1992 (r/t), ’93 (r/t), ’94 (t), ’95 (t) Conference USA: 1996 (r/t), ’97 (r), ’98 (r/t), ’99 (r), 2000 (r), ’01(r), ’02 (r/t), ’04 (r/t) Note: r - regular season; t - tournament National Player of the Year (5) Oscar Robertson (1958, ’59, ’60) Paul Hogue (1962) Kenyon Martin (2000)

All-Americans (35) Jim Ard (1970), Lloyd Batts (1973, ’74), Ron Bon- ham (1963, ’64), Bobby Brannen (1998), Steve Col- lier (1976), Pat Cummings (1979), Dick Dallmer (1948, ’49, ’50), Ralph Davis (1960), Connie Dierking (1958), Danny Fortson (1996, ’97), Paul Hogue (1961, ’62), Steve Logan (2001, ’02), Kenyon Martin (1999, 2000), Pete Mickeal (2000), Robert Miller (1978), Ruben Patterson (1998), Oscar Robertson (1958, ’59, ’60), Tom Thacker (1963), Jack Twyman (1955), Nick Van Exel (1993), Bob Wisenhahn (1961), George Wilson (1963), Tony Yates (1962, ’63), Gary Yoder (1977). Conf. Player of the Year (7) Metro: Gary Yoder (1977), Pat Cummings (1979) Conference USA: Danny Fortson (1996, ’97), Kenyon Martin (2000), Steve Logan (2001, ’02) Conf. Rookie of the Year (4) Great Midwest: Dontonio Wingfield (1994), Danny Fortson (1995) Conference USA: DerMarr Johnson (2000) BIG EAST: Lance Stephenson (2010)

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> Bearcats in the NBA UC made history among the 2000 draft picks

he Bearcats were part of history in the 2000 NBA Draft. Kenyon Martin was the No. 1 pick Tof the draft, selected by the New Jersey Nets. When DerMarr Johnson was taken with the No. 6 pick by the Atlanta Hawks — at the time — it marked the highest that two college teammates had been selected since the beginning of the NBA Draft lottery.

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> Bearcats in the NBA Draft

A total of 14 Bearcats have been selected in the NBA Draft during the last 19 years: Year Player Round (Pick) Team 1993 Corie Blount 1st (25) Chicago Nick Van Exel 2nd (37) Los Angeles Lakers 1994 Dontonio Wingfield 2nd (37) Seattle 1997 Danny Fortson 1st (10) Milwaukee 1998 Ruben Patterson 2nd (31) Los Angeles Lakers 1999 Melvin Levett 2nd (54) Detroit 2000 Kenyon Martin 1st (1) New Jersey DerMarr Johnson 1st (6) Atlanta Pete Mickeal 2nd (58) Dallas 2001 Kenny Satterfield 2nd (54) Dallas 2002 Steve Logan 2nd (30) Golden State 2005 Jason Maxiell 1st (26) Detroit 2006 James White 2nd (31) Portland 2010 Lance Stephenson 2nd (40) Indiana

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Our Mission To provide financial support to fund student-athlete scholarships and special needs of the athletics department; while fostering camaraderie, sportsmanship and school spirit among students, faculty and staff, alumni and friends of the University of Cincinnati athletics programs.

Growing UCATS details and important updates. Through UCATS was established in 1979 to provide stu- UCATS.net, donors can access DonorNet which dent-athletes at the University of Cincinnati with allows for online account access 24 hours a day, the finest scholastic and athletic resources possible. seven days a week. New members may join online, The private support we receive from donors enables and existing members can manage their account by us to provide deserving student-athletes with the making pledges and payments, reviewing priority necessary tools to be successful in their respective points, updating account information, and more! sport, in the classroom and in the community. Increasing the number of memberships in Support Your Team UCATS is critical to building an economic model Once again UCATS is offering the opportu- that will support the long-term growth of UC Ath- nity to direct your support to one of your favorite letics. The 2010-11 program year marked the fifth athletics programs as well as cheerleading, dance consecutive year UCATS has seen an increase in team and athletics training. Each program has memberships since UC joined the BIG EAST Con- identified needs specific to its program that are ference in 2006. In all, the UCATS membership has necessary to maintain the standard of champi- grown more than 260 percent in the past five years. onship performance and accelerate its pursuit of Despite this growth, we still trail most of our foot- winning BIG EAST championships. ball participant BIG EAST peers in number of Program-specific giving allows UCATS to donors to Athletics. It is imperative that we continue honor the true intentions of donors who have a to grow in order to compete at a championship level particular interest in a specific Bearcats program. and provide 100 percent of the scholarship funding Please note donations designated to a spe- needs to attract the best and brightest athletes to our cific program will NOT count toward season program. More than $6 million must be raised an- ticket tier requirements. However, contribut- nually from private donors to make our dream of ing to a specific sport will make you a excellence in sports and academics a reality. UCATS member.

To directly support men’s basketball, UCATS.net is the online home of UCATS, fea- please call turing information on priority seating, membership 513-556-4884.

50 | Cincinnati Men’s Basketball Program > UCATS Providing the finest scholastic and athletic resources possible

C-Club is a way for former UC student-athletes to reconnect, social- ize, network, gain benefits and give back to the UC athletics commu- nity. Started in 1935, C-Club has a long standing tradition of creating a strong sense of community by bringing former student-athletes back together through special events, and bridging the gap between previous and present student-athletes, while providing opportu- nities to give back. C-Club contributes to the social and professional enrichment of its members, and provides a lifetime association with Bearcats Athletics. C-Club is about you as a former UC student- athlete, it is about your hard work and dedication, and it is about Bearcat pride! Associate Membership New UCATS members under the age of 40 have a special opportunity to get involved and help broaden our base of support. For the first two years of UCATS membership, pay only half of the min- imum for a particular membership level and enjoy full benefits of that respective tier. Please note member must minimally participate at the $100 level or above for this opportunity (excludes partnerships). Bearcats Fan Advantage Do you want the ultimate fan experience? UCATS soon will launch the new and exciting Bearcats Fan Advantage. The Bearcats Fan Advantage program is designed to further engage our fans and sup- porters and bring them behind-the-scenes, closer to UC Athletics than ever before! Through the Bearcats Fan Advantage, subscribers will have access to stories and features about UC Athletics; the opportunity to attend VIP events; exclusive information and video footage from their favorite Bearcats teams; online deals and discounts to more than 1,800 vendors nationwide and much more! The Bearcats Fan Advantage will be offered to current members of UCATS (giving at $100 or more) for FREE as a benefit of membership!

For more information on the Bearcats Fan Advantage call 1-877-55-UCATS (82287).

> Call to Action

If you are not a member of UCATS today, we hope you give membership strong consideration. There are many ways to get involved and numerous ways to give, including program specific giving. If you are already a member, perhaps you would consider increasing your support or assist us in recruiting new members. It also is vital that we establish a grassroots effort that reaches out beyond our base of season ticket holders to provide the private support necessary to compete at the highest level in the BIG EAST Conference. We are seeking assistance from alumni, friends and members of the community to respond to the challenge.

www.gobearcats.com | 51 > UCATS Providing the finest scholastic and athletic resources possible

George D. Smith Society George D. Smith Society members are committed to the spirit of excellence. Since its inception in 1996, many have defined the spirit of giving at UC by providing exceptional educational and athletics opportunities to students who might not have had the opportunity to attend college, let alone earn a degree, without their financial support. The George D. Smith Society is open to anyone with an interest in Bearcats Athletics. While many members are alumni, former athletes and staff, others are not — they are simply fans. By working directly with a UCATS concierge, the membership has been able to direct their passions into a number of different areas of interest within athletics. The philanthropic nature of the membership has been a key to the success of our ability to aid student-athletes scholarships. Mem- bers have the option of pledging during a five-year period, thus locking in their donation rate, or re- newing on an annual basis. George D. Smith members demonstrate their allegiance to the University and to individual student-athletes by contributing generous gifts at one of two levels:

• $13,500 annually or $65,000 during 5 years • $25,000 annually or $125,000 during 5 years

One of the greatest benefits of being a George D. Smith Member is obtaining first priority within the UCATS system with seating and parking opportuni- ties. Individuals receive first priority on post-season and away ticket allocations, along with seat improve- ment opportunities. Members receive special mer- chandise items, and enjoy invitations to exclusive special events such as a Bearcat Bowl VIP event, Camp Higher Ground VIP day and private men’s basketball practice viewing. Director’s Society The Director’s Society, formed in 2008, was created for those George D. Smith members who donate $50,000 and above annually to UC Athletics (regardless of where those funds are directed). While meeting the criteria by giving annually to the George D. Smith Society, they also have des- ignated other gifts to various athletics programs and initiatives. Director’s Society members have given additional gifts to sports specific needs and fundraising initiatives driven by each sport and their head coach. Director’s Society members also have given to capital initiatives such as the Sheak- ley Athletics Complex. Because they give above and beyond, the Director’s Society is treated to the ultimate in benefits. They are granted benefits before all other George D. Smith members with seating and parking opportunities. They also receive opportunities such as courtside seating for men’s basketball, VIP press box tickets at Nippert Stadium, deluxe merchandise packages and invitations to special events.

52 | Cincinnati Men’s Basketball Program > TIP-OFF CLUB Support the UC Men’s Basketball Program

he Tip-Off Club has been at the core to our practice gym and locker room renovation. T of UC Basketball for the past several These will be critical components in the evolu- years, but we are looking to expand tion of our program and will pay dividends in our and we need your help! At the heart of the efforts to secure the best possible recruits for the Club’s mission is to provide financial support to University of Cincinnati. help fund the targeted needs of the UC Men’s Basketball program. TIP-OFF CLUB During the course of the past few years the MEMBERSHIP Tip-Off Club has made tremendous additions to Members of the Tip-Off Club are those the program which have impacted the current who contribute $1,000, $2,500, $5,000, or players as well as enhanced the program’s ability $10,000+ annually to UC Men’s Basketball. to attract the best possible student-athletes to the A membership commitment may be fulfilled University of Cincinnati. While it has not always during a 12-month period. To make con- been easy, Tip-Off Club members have and will tributing more convenient for you, members continue to play an integral part of our pursuit can make monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, toward building one of the best college basketball or annual payments. Contributions of any programs in America. denomination are appreciated by the UC Past contributions made through the Tip-Off Men’s Basketball program, including one- Club have helped cover the increased costs asso- time gifts. ciated with charter travel in addition to the fund- ing of an academic assistant. Both have had a CLUB BENEFITS tremendous impact on our team academically. Starter — $1,000 Current contributions are being directed to • Tip-Off Club jacket (one-time gift only) large scale projects such as the acoustic upgrades • Exclusive email updates • In-game video board recognition • Invitation to pre-season Tip-Off dinner • Invitation to post-season team banquet All-Conference — $2,500 • Tip-Off Club apparel/merchandise package • Group of (4) can watch practice plus private meet & greet All-American — $5,000 • Personalized team jersey MVP — $10,000 • Bearcats Basketball All-Access *Benefits include everything in lesser giving levels.

In addition to your Tip-Off Club benefits — ALL UCATS annual membership benefits at your respective membership level and below are included (excluding seat/ticket related benefits).

To become a member of the Tip-Off Club or for additional information contact the UCATS Office at 1-877-55-UCATS.

www.gobearcats.com | 53 > Compliance Remember to always ask before you act

Dear Bearcat Fans: > You Should Know

Thank you for being our most loyal supporters. 1. ALWAYS ASK BEFORE YOU ACT! Break- ing NCAA rules can render prospects and As a University of Cincinnati season ticket holder, student-athletes ineligible for competition at the alumnus or a member of a booster organization, University of Cincinnati. The NCAA holds the you are a “representative of athletics interests.” The University of Cincinnati accountable for the university is held responsible for actions you take actions of its fans. regarding our prospects and current student-athletes. 2. You MAY NOT make recruiting contacts with As such, you should understand how these actions prospects, their relatives or legal guardians. A can impact Bearcats Athletics. prospective student-athlete is a student who has The NCAA strictly limits the role you, as a started classes for the ninth grade (seventh grade for men’s basketball) or above. This prohibition Bearcat fan, may take regarding prospects and includes written and telephone communications. student-athletes. The penalties for breaking those 3. You MAY NOT contact a prospect’s coach, rules — inadvertently or intentionally — can be principal or counselor in an attempt to evaluate severe. Violations jeopardize a prospect’s or student- the prospect. athlete’s opportunity to attend UC and compete as 4. You MAY send information about talented a Bearcat. In addition, you might expose the uni- prospects to the Cincinnati coaching staff. Also, versity to sanctions or even be forced to disassociate you MAY continue established relationships with yourself from UC entirely. friends and neighbors whose children are The University of Cincinnati’s athletics pro- prospects or current student-athletes, provided the relationship pre-dates reaching prospect status grams rely upon and value your continued sup- and is not based on their status as an athlete. port, and our commitment to NCAA rules 5. You MAY attend high school or junior college compliance is bolstered by the cooperation of the competitions provided no contact occurs with the entire Bearcat family. When considering involve- prospect or the prospect’s relatives. ment with a recruit or a current student-athlete, 6. You MAY NOT entertain any coach from a ask before you act! The rules are complicated. junior or senior high school, preparatory school Therefore, if you have any questions, do not hesi- or junior college, or provide them with tickets or tate to contact a member of the compliance office any other type of benefit. 7. You MAY NOT become involved in arranging at (513) 556-0558 or [email protected]. for a prospect, a Cincinnati student-athlete or We are proud of the many academic and ath- their family to receive gifts, money or financial letic achievements we have attained over the years. benefits of any kind. Our accomplishments are directly tied to the sup- 8. You MAY NOT provide transportation to a port you have provided along the way. With your prospect, student-athlete or their friends and fam- help, we will continue to provide an outstanding ily. Also, you MAY NOT spend funds to enter- experience for the young men and women who tain prospects, student-athletes or their friends wear the C-Paw with pride. and family. 9. You MAY employ a student-athlete provided you are paying them only for the work they Go Bearcats! actually perform, paying the going rate for sim- ilar services, are not paying them or providing Maggie McKinley perks based on their status as a student-athlete Associate Director of Athletics and the employment has been approved by the Compliance Office. 10. You MAY NOT use a photo or name of a Follow us on Twitter! student-athlete for commercial purposes or sell student-athlete memorabilia. @CincyCompliance

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> Opponents

> Syracuse January 23

No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl. Hometown/Previous School 1 Michael Carter-Williams G 6-5 176 Fr. Hamilton, Mass./St. Andrews School, R.I. 2 Nick Resavy G 6-2 201 Sr. West Milford, N.J./West Milford 3 Dion Waiters G 6-4 215 So. Philadelphia, Pa./Burlington Life Christian (N.J.) 4 Nolan Hart G 5-10 152 So. Albany, N.Y./Albany Academy 5 C.J. Fair F 6-8 203 So. Baltimore, Md./Brewster Academy 10 Trevor Cooney G 6-4 185 Fr. Wilmington, Del./Sanford School 11 Scoop Jardine G 6-2 190 Sr. Philadelphia, Pa./Neumann-Goretti 12 Baye Moussa Keita C 6-10 213 So. Saint Louis, Senegal/Oak Hill Academy 13 Griffin Hoffmann G 6-0 178 Jr. New York, N.Y./York Prep 14 Matt Lyde-Cajuste F 6-4 205 Jr. Mt. Vernon, N.Y./Iona Prep 20 Brandon Triche G 6-4 205 Jr. Jamesville, N.Y./Jamesville-DeWitt 21 Mookie Jones F 6-6 220 Jr. Peekskill, N.Y./Peekskill 23 Russ DeRemer G 6-4 210 So. Wrentham, Mass./Worcester Academy 24 Brandon Reese G 5-11 160 Sr. Davie, Fla./Pine Crest School 25 Rakeem Christmas F 6-9 222 Fr. Philadelphia, Pa./Academy of the New Church 32 Kris Joseph F 6-7 210 Sr. Montreal, Quebec/Archbishop Carroll (D.C.) 33 Albert Nassar F 6-6 195 Fr. Stuart, Fla./South Fork 34 Matt Tomaszewski F 6-8 215 Sr. Seabrook, N.H./Holderness 43 James Southerland F 6-8 210 Jr. Bayside, N.Y./Notre Dame Prep (Mass.) 51 Fab Melo C 7-0 244 So. Juiz de Forz, Brazil/Sagemont Head Coach: Jim Boeheim Assistant Coaches: Mike Hopkins, Adrian Autry, Gerry McNamara

> DePaul February 4

No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl. Hometown/Previous School 0 Worrel Clahar G 5-11 179 Jr. Brooklyn, N.Y./Lawson State CC (Ala.) 2 Edwind McGhee G 6-3 203 So. Champaign, Ill./Central 5 Joe Belcaster G 6-2 161 Jr. Berwyn, Ill./Morton 10 Derrell Robertson Jr. C 6-10 233 Fr. Pinola, Miss./Mendenhall 11 Jeremiah Kelly G 6-0 166 Sr. Chicago, Ill./American Christian (Pa.) 12 Cleveland Melvin F 6-8 205 So. Baltimore, Md./Lake Clifton 15 Moses Morgan F 6-6 218 So. Las Vegas, Nev./Palo Verde 20 Brandon Young G 6-3 193 So. Baltimore, Md./Friendship Collegiate School 21 Jamee Crockett F 6-4 202 Fr. Chicago, Ill./Crete-Monee 22 Tony Freeland F 6-7 227 Jr. Los Angeles, Calif./Fremont 23 Donnavan Kirk F 6-9 222 So. Pontiac, Mich./Miami (Fla.) 32 Charles McKinney G 6-3 182 Fr. Evanston, Ill./Quality Education Academy (N.C.) 33 Krys Faber C 6-10 258 Sr. Palmdale, Calif./Ribet Academy 35 Montray Clemons F 6-7 225 Fr. Baltimore, Md./Polytechnic Institute Head Coach: Oliver Purnell Associate Head Coach: Ron Bradley Assistant Coaches: Brian Ellerbe, Billy Garrett

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> Opponents

> Providence February 15

No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl. Hometown/Previous School 1 Gerard Coleman G 6-4 180 So. Boston, Mass./Tilton School 10 Kadeem Batts F 6-9 250 So. Powder Springs, Ga./John McEachern 11 Bryce Cotton G 6-1 165 So. Tucson, Ariz./Palo Verde 13 Brice Kofane F 6-8 205 Fr. Yaounde, Cameroon/The Miller School 21 Lee Goldsbrough F 6-9 220 So. Newcastle, England/Loreto Sixth Form College 23 LaDontae Henton F 6-6 220 Fr. Lansing, Mich./Eastern 32 Vincent Council G 6-2 180 Jr. Brooklyn, N.Y./Patterson School 34 Ron Giplaye F 6-6 230 So. Lowell, Mass./Notre Dame Prep 35 Maurice Grant G 6-3 195 Fr. Saddle River, N.J./Bergen Catholic 41 Chris Carter G 6-4 180 Sr. Worcester, Mass./Shepherd Hill Regional 42 Bilal Dixon F/C 6-9 245 Jr. Jersey City, N.J./Queen of Peace 51 Ted Bancroft G 6-4 187 So. Marion, Mass./Bishop Stang 53 Mike Murray G 6-2 188 So. Troy, N.Y./LaSalle Institute Head Coach: Ed Cooley Associate Head Coach: Andre LaFleur Assistant Coaches: Bob Simon, Brian Blaney

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> Scorecard Keep track of the game Cincinnati Bearcats No. Player 2FG 3FG FT PF Jeremiah Davis III G 0 6-3 • 200 • Fr.-HS • Muncie, Ind. • Huntington Prep (W.Va.) Cashmere Wright G 1 6-0 • 175 • Jr.-2L • Savannah, Ga. • Urban Christian Academy Octavius Ellis F 2 6-9 • 200 • Fr.-HS • Memphis, Tenn. • Whitehaven Dion Dixon G 3 6-3 • 195 • Sr.-3L • Chicago, Ill. • Crane Technical Prep Common Justin Jackson F 5 6-8 • 210 • So.-1L • Cocoa Beach, Fla. • Arlington Country Day Alex Eppensteiner G 10 6-3 • 210 • Jr.-2L • Cincinnati, Ohio • Elder Cheikh Mbodj C 13 6-10 • 245 • Jr.-TR • Dakar, Senegal • Grayson County (Texas) College Ge’Lawn Guyn G 14 6-1 • 175 • Fr.-HS • Georgetown, Ky. • South Kent Prep (Conn.) Jermaine Sanders F 15 6-5 • 225 • Fr.-HS • Far Rockaway, N.Y. • Rice High School Sean Kilpatrick G/F 23 6-4 • 215 • So.-1L • White Plains, N.Y. • Notre Dame Prep Kelvin Gaines C 24 6-10 • 225 • RS-Fr.-HS • Ocala, Fla. • Arlington Country Day Yancy Gates F 34 6-9 • 260 • Sr.-3L • Cincinnati, Ohio • Withrow JaQuon Parker G 44 6-3 • 210 • Jr.-2L • Suffolk, Va. • King’s Fork

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