Lavalleywbb 1 2017-2018 Roster

#LAVALLEYWBB 1 2017-2018 ROSTER

NUMBER PLAYER HEIGHT YEAR POSITION HIGH SCHOOL HOMETOWN

2 Annette Avanessian 5’10 FR F Francis Polytechnic Panorama City

5 Jillian Wyman 5’2 SO PG West Ranch Santa Clarita

11 Emmy Pham 5’10 SO F El Monte El Monte

12 Serene Tyus 5’4 FR G Golden Valley Santa Clarita

13 Zoila Ileya Rivera 5’9 SO G/F Francis Polytechnic Pacoima

21 Allison Gallardo 5’8 FR F Monroe North Hills

22 Rebecca Islas 5’11 SO G/F La Salle Boyle Heights

24 Tytiana Garcia 5’9 FR G Panorama Inglewood

25 Farrah Castillo 5’2 SO G Rowland Rowland Heights

31 Janelle Jiron 5’9 FR F Granada Hills Granada Hills

33 Danielle Sokolgz 5’7 SO G JW North Riverside

Head Coach: Monica Hang Assistant Coaches: Richelle Najera, A’Jaee Foster Team Statisticians: Francine Morales, Valerie Gauthier Video Coordinator: Sharen Jacobs Student Team Manager: Paolo Abaca Athletic Trainers: Dennis Mestas, Jonathan Sung

1 #LAVALLEYWBB WOMEN’S BASKETBALL SCHEDULE

DATE DAY OPPONENT TIME LOCATION

Nov. 17-18 Fri-Sat LAVC Crossover TBA Valley Nov. 9-11 Thurs-Sat Wild West Shootout TBA West LA Nov. 22 Wed Long Beach 5:00 pm Valley

Dec. 8-10 Fri-Sun LAVC Buddy’s All Star Classic TBA Valley Nov. 30-Dec 3 Thurs-Sun Tom Gilcrest Invitational TBA Sequoias

Dec. 15-17 Fri-Sun Golden Gate Classic TBA San Francisco Dec. 28-30 Thurs-Sat Ventura Tournament of Champions TBA Ventura Western State Conference-East Division Jan. 6 Saturday Santa Monica 5:00 pm Santa Monica

Jan. 17 Wednesday Antelope Valley 5:00 pm Valley Jan. 13 Saturday Citrus 3:00 pm Citrus Jan. 20 Saturday Barstow 3:00 pm Valley

Jan. 27 Saturday Victor Valley 3:00 pm Valley Jan. 24 Wednesday Glendale 5:00 pm Glendale Feb. 3 Saturday Citrus ^ 3:00 pm Valley Jan. 31 Wednesday Bye Bye Bye

Feb. 7 Wednesday Antelope Valley 5:00 pm Antelope Valley Feb. 14 Wednesday Glendale + 5:00 pm Valley Feb. 10 Saturday Barstow 3:00 pm Barstow

Feb. 17 Saturday Victor Valleyst 3:00 pm Victor Valley Feb. 21 Wednesday 1 Round of Play-Offs TBA TBA Feb. 23-24 Fri-Sat SoCal Regional Semi-Finals TBA TBA Mar. 3 Saturday SoCal Regional Finals TBA TBA Mar. 9-11 Bold = Home Fri-Sun Games State ^ = Coaches vsTournament. -Cancer Elite Eight + = Sophomore NightTBA TBA

http://www.lavc.edu/athletics/basketballwomens/index.aspx #LAVALLEYWBB 2 ADMINISTRATORS

As the Los Angeles Valley College fundamental skills of the game, so they are ready Athletic Director, I am proud of to compete at the four-year level, and primarily, our ten athletic teams and proud to keep them on academic track to transfer and to show off the success of our graduate. We are very proud of our transfer rate student-athletes. Over the past and are starting to see the success in our students five years, Los Angeles Valley returning to the community to contribute back to College has enjoyed a great deal our programs. Coach Monica Hang and her staff of athletic success, headlined by work extremely hard year round to ensure the ten teams participating in the success of our student athletes. Being a successful California Community College student-athlete in community college requires Athletic Association and Western a great deal of time, energy, and commitment Jim Fenwick State Conference competition. to balance the academic demands with the Athletic Director We have had several student- time required to excel on the court. We applaud athletes and teams recognized for our students! Potential and optimism appear their athletic and academic success. Leading the way has been our to be the message of our staff for the 2017-2018 women’s basketball program, defending Western State Conference Lady Monarchs’ team. We are all anxious to get Champions and recognized for their 2016-2017 CCCAA Scholar- started this season to see the team continue our Athletic team. They should be commended for their overall grade competitive drive for another championship and point average of 3.29. We aim to develop our students in the individual success! Go Monarchs, Valley Pride!

Erika Endrijonas Florentino Manzano Karen Daar President VP of Student Services VP of Academic Affairs

Mike Lee Jermaine Pipkins Patty Melody VP of Administrative Services Dean of Athletics Kinesiology Chair

3 #LAVALLEYWBB SOPHOMORE TESTIMONIALS

My experience is one that I would not trade for the My experience has been priceless. I world. I came here with the intentions of earning originally came here because I wanted to my Associates of Arts degree and transferring shoot hoops; I never imagined I would grow to a four-year institution. Fortunately, I had the into the strong individual that I am today. opportunity to be part of the women’s basketball My coaches and teammates constantly program. When I met the coaching staff and push me to be the best that I can be. From players, I instantly felt at home; a home that is their support, I have had the opportunity to step far outside my comfort zone, which cherish the relationships that I have developed was necessary for my personal growth. I here.going Ito have be learnedvery difficult many tolife leave. long lessonsI will forever that I transferred to Los Angeles Valley College will carry into the future. I am extremely grateful because I respect Coach Hang’s knowledge for Coach Hang and the team for teaching me and experience as a whole. Throughout my athletic career, I have had many people tell to not only to be a better player, but also to be a me that I have the potential to be great. A better individual. – Jillian Wyman #5 phrase that was once a compliment soon became an insult. I no longer wanted to be the girl who had potential; I wanted to be GREAT. I remember Coach Hang saying in a team meeting, “Here at Valley, we meet and exceed our potential.” During that moment, I was reassured that this was the Choosing Los Angeles Valley College has right program for me. The coaches and proven to be one of the best decisions I’ve my teammates are the ones that I want to made. Coming here was a last minute choice and I am beyond grateful for this journey. athlete and my success was not achieved Being a part of this program has helped alone;fight with I have and for.a greatI have supportgrown as system a student of me learned about myself. My coaches and family, friends, teammates, and coaches teammates have made this experience here at Los Angeles Valley College that I will unforgettable. I am thankful for Coach be forever thankful. Transferring from East Los Angeles College has Hang because she gives us knowledge -Danielle Sokolgz #33 been the best decision for me. I never knew how about the game and also teaches us about much of an impact this decision would have honesty, loyalty, and discipline. The most on my life. I have grown tremendously as an important thing that she has taught me is to individual in the little time that I have spent at be appreciative for the things that I have. I Los Angeles Valley College. The knowledge I have have grown so much as a player and person. gained from Coach Hang is truly phenomenal. I This program has really provided me a place am learning so much about the game and about to call home and teammates to call family. I myself. Thank you to Coach Hang and the entire am very grateful for the relationships that I have built with my teammates and coaches. am truly thankful for this opportunity and very I am excited to gain more knowledge from excitedteam for for being this epicwelcoming journey since I will theuptake first for day. my I Coach Hang and the Monarch family. last year at a community college. - Emmy Pham #11 - Farrah Castillo #25 During high school, I never considered attending a community college. Although I was accepted into many universities, I decided to come to Los Angeles Valley My experience is one for the books. I chose College. This has been one of the best to become a Monarch because I wanted decisions I have ever made. My experience to play basketball and grow as a student- as a Monarch has been positive. I have grown athlete. I saw that Coach Hang and her into a better person and student athlete. assistant coaches could help me accomplish Coach Hang has helped develop my game my goal. Within a year, I have had tremendous growth. Coach Hang has taught my way to reach my fullest potential. Thank my teammates and I many basketball and youdrastically. to all of I havemy coaches, built confidence teammates, and I’mfamily on life skills that we will utilize on and off the and friends for making my experience at court. The professors here have also helped Los Angeles Valley College enjoyable. I have me grow by being supportive. I would not created many positive friendships that will be the person or player that I am today last beyond Monarch years. The environment without the love and constant support from of the women’s basketball team is comforting the people at Los Angeles Valley College. because it feels like family. I am excited to see I am very appreciative to be part of the how this season goes for me individually, but Monarch family. more importantly, as a team. - Ileya Rivera #13 - Rebecca Islas #22 #LAVALLEYWBB 4 SEASON RECAP

After a Desiree devastating Sokolgz, loss Yolanda in the Ealy, first and round First of Team the 2016 All-Western playoffs, State the MonarchsConference prepared player hard Diamond for the 2016-2017 O’Connor would season. be Three the new returners: leaders for the upcoming season. A special returner from the 2012- 2013 season, Lydia Pope, who led her team to the CCCAA Sweet Sixteen, would come back using her last year of eligibility. Joining the team were two transfers, Tyler Polk and Emily Chan who both provided experience to the Monarchs. New faces entered the program, which included four freshmen and a new coaching staff presenting Coach Hang with new challenges as the year embarked. Preseason kicked off with a four game winning streak

Ventura College, Coach Hang’s alumn. Those four wins allowedand included the ladies the program’s to develop first their win againstindividual powerhouse identity, helping them become a stronger unit. Up next was one of the toughest preseason tournaments in the state, Tom

game two against College of the Sequoias, our starting center, Gilcrest Invitational. The ladies competed with confidence. In

Desiree Sokolgz suffered an ACL tear within the first minute of the game. Despite her injury, the team continued to fight but fell short at against Riverside City College, but unfortunately, were sentthe buzzard. home due In togame a double three, elimination. the ladies put The up loss a tough of Sokolgz fight forced the team to readjust. Los Angeles Valley College Buddy’s All Star Classic was next and the Monarchs overcame adversity. They were determined to make history. The Monarchs were once again victorious against Ventura College, earning the program’s and Ventura College Optimist Club Holiday Tournament closedfirst tournament out the preseason. championship. Both tournamentsThe Golden Gate were Classic great learning experiences for the ladies and prepared them for conference play. The Monarchs entered conference 13-5. Game one of Coach Hang’s 200 career wins. Game two at Antelope Valley conference was home against Citrus College and they came College exposed some weaknesses in the team’s defense

so they could achieve their goal- “the banner!” The ladies out strong, defeating them 64-44. This victory notched endedresulting the in aConference loss. The team 9-1 workedand became hard to Westernfind a solution State Conference East Division Co-Champions. Entering post-season play, the Monarchs were ranked

College. The ladies defeated Riverside and were on their way#6 in to Southern the CCCAA California. Sweet Sixteen. They hosted Their next#11 opponentRiverside Citywas #3 Ventura College, making it the fourth time playing them

in a season. In a tough fight, the Monarch’s season came to an Teamend. The All-Conference 2016-2017 teamHonors, accomplished one CCCAA manysecond milestones team All- Statethroughout Honors, the and year. four The CCCAA ladies Academic had five All-Stateplayers earnHonors. First 5 #LAVALLEYWBB SEASON OUTLOOK

This year’s team aspires to continue the success of last and energy to the Monarchs. Our incoming freshmen, year’s season. The high expectations will require a superior work ethic, strength, ability, and dedication. Returning is and Serene Tyus is a spark plug that possesses energy First Team All-Western State Conference player, Rebecca andJanelle aggression. Jiron brings These toughness ladies have on committed both ends to of achieving the floor Islas, and standout transfer, Farrah Castillo, who will high goals in the classroom, on the court, and in life. This help lead the Monarchs. In addition, returning is CCCAA year’s team is capable of great things because they have the Academic All-State Jillian Wyman who brings leadership strength and mentality to be great.

TEAMWORK makes the DREAM WORK

Photo credits:Varuj Chapanian, Neil Phillips, Dale Beck and Scott Mitchell. #LAVALLEYWBB 6 HEAD COACH

team for the second straight year. Hang South Division Championships in 2013 holds the school record for games and 2014, and directed the team to the played (78). Over three years, her teams CCCAA State Elite Eight in 2014. Hang has

undefeated WSC Championship titles. eight CCCAA Academic All-State players Hangwere is a the combined proud owner 105-6 of withthree threestate coached five CCCAA All-State players and championship rings. coached three Los Angeles Valley College After earning her Associate of Arts Femalein the pastAthlete five of the seasons. Year recepients She has alsoand degree from Ventura College, Hang two Los Angeles Valley College Scholar transferred to Cumberland College in Athletes. Hang has developed six NCAA Kentucky on a full athletic scholarship. At Division I student-athletes in the last six Cumberland, she led the Patriots to the seasons and also assisted many of her Mid-South Conference Championship student-athletes in matriculating to the and an appearance at the NAIA National four-year institutions to continue their Championship Tournament. Her 2003- academic and basketball careers. 2004 team still holds the school’s best record at 28-4. Hang was a two-time NAIA All-America Scholar Athlete as well as a MSC Academic and All-Conference selection. She earned a Bachelor’s of degree in Movement and Leisure Studies REIGN in 2004. Hang received her Master’s degree in Physical Education with an emphasis in teaching from California Monica Hang In May 2014, Hang was inducted HANG toState the University, Ventura LosCollege Angeles Pirate in 2006.Athletic orn in Santa Ana, California, Coach Hang Hall of Fame. Hang has spent the past grew up unaware of what she would twelve seasons as a community college Overall 136-72 accomplish as a women’s basketball women’s basketball head coach. She B 2016-2017 player and coach. She was the starting point guard on the Mark Keppel High School College before landing at Los Angeles 9-1 Conference (WSC East Champions) varsity basketball team as a freshman, and Valleyspent fiveCollege. years atCoach Glendale Hang Community enters 23-7 Overall (State Sweet 16) earned All-League honors for three seasons. her eight season as head coach for 2015-2016 Her junior year, Hang received the Almont the Monarchs. In 2017, Hang’s 2015- 14-14 Overall (1st Round of Playoffs) League MVP award, the Pasadena Star News 10-4 Conference San Gabriel Valley All-West Player of the Year Team award; won the Western State award, LA Times San Gabriel Valley (East & Conference2016 team receivedEast Division the CCCAA Championship Scholar 2014-2015 14-15 Overall and made a trip to the CCCAA State Sweet team All-CIF Division IAA Southern Section. 7-7 Conference Unfortunately,West) Top Eight her award, high schooland was career named was first- cut back-to-back Western State Conference 2013-2014 short due to an ACL injury. 16. Hang has also led the Monarchs to After graduating from Mark Keppel, 12-0 Conference (WSC South Champions) she moved on to play basketball at Ventura 27-6*WSC Overall Coach (State of the Elite Year 8) College under Coach Ned Mircetic. Hang 2012-2013 sidelined by another ACL injury, but was a valuablestarted six member games herof VC’sfirst yearundefeated, before being38-0 11-1 Conference (WSC South Champions) 23-9 Overall (State Sweet 16) state title team of 2000. She came back after *WSC Coach of the Year a medical redshirt and was a key player 2011-2012 in VC’s second-straight state title in 2001, 18-12 Overall earning All-State Tournament honors. Hang’s 8-4 Conference sophomore season, she was named First Team All-Western State Conference and 2010-2011 directed the Pirates to an unprecedented 17-12 Overall three-peat as the 2002 state champions. She 8-4 Conference once again demonstrated her clutch ability *WSC Coach of the Year in being named to the All-State Tournament

7 #LAVALLEYWBB ASSISTANT COACHES

Coach Najera enters her second season as All-Western State Conference, CCCAA Female assistant coach for the Monarchs. Najera is Athlete of the Month in December 2010, and a Los Angeles Valley College alumn. She was Los Angeles Valley College team MVP. After a part of the 2010-2011 women’s basketball earning her Associate of Arts degree, Najera team. transferred to California State University of Najera graduated from Walnut High Los Angeles on an athletic scholarship. She School in 2008 where she competed at the started at center and led her team to the CCAA varsity level for four years. She earned San Tournament Championship game in 2013 and Antonio League Rookie of the Year and San 2014. Najera earned her Bachelor’s degree in Antonio League MVP in 2007 and 2008. Science with an emphasis in Adaptive Physical Najera competed and excelled in multiple Education in June 2014. Najera is currently sports, allowing her to earn Walnut High working in the Adaptive PE Center at Los School Athlete of the Year. Angeles Valley College. She is also working to As a player for the Monarchs, Najera complete her Master’s degree in Kinesiology served as a team captain and lead her team in with an emphasis in instruction. She is expected Richelle Najera points and rebounds. She earned First Team to graduate in Spring 2018.

Second Team CCCAA All-State and First Team assistant coach for the Monarchs. Foster is All-Western State Conference. She graduated aCoach Los Angeles Foster Valley enters College her first alumn. season Foster as from Los Angeles Valley College in 2014 with graduated from Summit High School in 2012 her Associate’s of Art degree in Sociology. where she competed at the CIF Division IA After Los Angeles Valley College, Foster varsity level for four years. She received her received a full athletic scholarship to Humboldt State University. In 2014-2015, she led her in 2012 and advancing to the State Elite 8. team in scoring and rebounding, earning Fosterfirst ring earned after winningFirst Team the All-ConferenceCIF Championship for four years and was team captain for three basketball CCAA Championship. Throughout years. her two school’s years at first Humboldt regular University, season women’s she was In 2013-2014, she led the Monarchs named Newcomer of the Year, and made First to become the Western State Conference and Second Team All-CCAA Conference. In Undefeated Champions and an appearance 2017, Foster earned her Bachelor’s degree in to the CCCAA State Elite 8. Foster earned Social Work. A’Jaee Foster

#LAVALLEYWBB 8 9 #LAVALLEYWBB PLAYERS Annette Avanessian 2 Nickname: Anoot Birthday: May 3, 1999 Zodiac sign: Taurus Hometown: Panorama City, CA High School: Francis Polytechnic Favorite sports team: Lakers Favorite athlete: Little Nephew Favorite subject: Art Favorite place to eat: My house Secret talent: Moon Walking Hobby: Drawing Career aspiration (Dream job): Graphic Designer meHero: lemons My mom I make beef stew.” – Andy Milonakis Quote: “You can’t tell me whatta do when life hands Jillian Wyman 5 Nickname: Jilli, Jillie Bean Birthday: November 4, 1998 Zodiac sign: Scorpio Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA High School: West Ranch Favorite sports team: Sparks Favorite athlete: Alana Beard Favorite subject: Greek Mythology Favorite place to eat: Gardena Bowl Secret talent: Binge watching a TV show in one day. TVHobby: shows Netflix Career aspiration (Dream job): Postproduction of

Hero: My sister Quote: “It’s complicated” – Rebecca Islas Emmy Pham 11 Nickname: Emmy Birthday: January 24, 1998 Zodiac Sign: Aquarius Hometown: El Monte, CA High School: El Monte Favorite sports team: Lady Monarchs Favorite athlete: Coach Najera Favorite Subject: Child Development Favorite place to eat: Korean BBQ, Sushi, and Pho Secret Talent: I can take multiple naps in one day ownHobby: daycare Sleeping Career aspiration (Dream job): Opening up my

Hero: My uncle Quote: “Make good choices” –Jillian Wyman #LAVALLEYWBB 10 PLAYERS Serene Marguerite Tyus 12 Nickname: Reenee Birthday: March 11, 1999 Zodiac sign: Pisces Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA High School: Golden Valley Favorite sports team: Sparks Favorite athlete: Kelsey Mitchell Favorite subject: English Favorite place to eat: Popeye’s Secret talent: Poetry Hobby: Dodge ball Career aspiration (Dream job): Motivational speaker Hero:spiritual My power. grandmother We have guided missiles and Quote:misguided “Our men.” scientific – Martin power Luther has outrun King Jr. our Zoila Ileya Rivera 13 Nickname: Ileya, Leya, I Birthday: March 29, 1998 Zodiac sign: Aries Hometown: Pacoima, CA High School: Francis Polytechnic Favorite sports team: Raiders, Lakers, Dodgers Favorite athlete: Michael Jordan Favorite subject: Math Favorite place to eat: In-N-Out Secret talent: Drawing ElementaryHobby: Cooking/Baking teacher Career aspiration (Dream job): Preschool/

Hero: My daddy Quote: “F.D.B.” – Zoila Ileya Rivera Allison Gallardo 21 Nickname: Ally Birthday: January 3, 1996 Zodiac sign: Capricorn Hometown: Panorama City, CA High School: James Monroe Favorite sports team: Lakers Favorite athlete: Lebron James Favorite subject: Music Favorite place to eat: Olive Garden Secret talent: Artist Hobby: Make musical beats Career aspiration (Dream job): Rapper or actor forHero: that My moment dad in time.” – Pro Era Quote: “When I lose I’m wise when I win I’m happy 11 #LAVALLEYWBB PLAYERS Rebecca Margarita Islas 22 Nickname: Beccaboo Birthday: December 17, 1997 Zodiac sign: Sagittarius Hometown: Boyle Heights, CA High School: La Salle Favorite sports team: Lakers, Sparks, Dodgers, Raiders Favorite athlete: Kevin Love MariscoFavorite Lindassubject: Sociology Favorite place to eat: In-N-Out, Korean BBQ, and

Secret talent: I can roll my tongue like a wave Hobby: Dancing Career aspiration (Dream job): Social worker Hero: My father Quote: “I’m soul searching” – Emmy Pham Tytiana Garcia 24 Nickname: T Birthday: May 18, 2017 Zodiac sign: Taurus Hometown: Inglewood, CA High School: Panorama Favorite sports team: Sparks Favorite athlete: Maya Moore Favorite subject: English Favorite place to eat: Chick-Fil-A Secret talent: Nothing basketballHobby: Basketball overseas Career aspiration (Dream job): Play professional

Hero: My mom Quote: “Do better” – Anonymous Farrah Castillo 25 Nickname: Monstaaa Birthday: November 26, 1997 Zodiac sign: Sagittarius Hometown: Rowland Heights, CA High School: Rowland Favorite sports team: Spurs Favorite athlete: Kyrie Irving Favorite subject: Child Development Favorite place to eat: Filipino food or Sushi Secret talent: I am a beast in Call of Duty paraprofessionalHobby: Playing piano Career aspiration (Dream job): Special education

Hero: My dog Nutella Quote: “Stop being goofy, be a BALLER.” – Coach Hang #LAVALLEYWBB 12 PLAYERS Janelle Jiron 31 Nickname: Jay Birthday: May 20, 1999 Zodiac sign: Taurus Hometown: Granada Hills High School: Granada Hills Charter Favorite sports team: Giants Favorite athlete: Elena Delle Donne Favorite subject: Math Favorite place to eat: Jack In The Box Secret talent: Drawing Hobby: Drawing Career aspiration (Dream job): Sports psychologist Hero:but a kick My mom in the teeth may be the best thing in the Quote:world for “You you.” may – Waltnot realize Disney it when it happens, Danielle Sokolgz 33 Nickname: Dani Birthday: November 5, 1997 Zodiac sign: Scorpio Hometown: Riverside, CA High School: John W. North Favorite sports team: Sparks Favorite athlete: Maya Moore Favorite subject: English Favorite place to eat: Juice It Up Secret talent: Poetry Hobby: Singing Career aspiration (Dream job): Sports broadcasting Hero: My Mom Quote: “Bye Felicia”

Paolo Abaca Cesar Bravo Student Team Manager Student Helper

13 #LAVALLEYWBB #MonarchFamily

The most important thing in the world is FAMILY and LOVE. -John Wooden

#LAVALLEYWBB 14 2016-2017 WSC EAST DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Diamond O’Connor Lydia Pope Player of the Year First Team

Emily Chan Yolanda Ealy Rebecca Islas First Team First Team First Team

15 #LAVALLEYWBB 2015-2016 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Adaora Obi Diamond O’Connor Karina Moreno First Team First Team First Team

2014-2015 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Adaora Obi Sydney Hua First Team Honorable Mention

#LAVALLEYWBB 16 2013-2014 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Monica Hang Coach of the Year

Lunden Junious-Reliford A’Jaee Foster Myangel Johnson Player of the Year First Team First Team

Chelsea Rhamdeow Ajai Ford Jecenia Trinidad First Team Honorable Mention Honorable Mention 17 #LAVALLEYWBB 2012-2013 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Monica Hang Ani Avanessian Lydia Pope Coach of the Year Player of the Year First Team

Jackie Sanchez Jordan Santiago Bobbie Morgutia First Team First Team Honorable Mention

#LAVALLEYWBB 18 2011-2012 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Vanessa Aguilar Rachel Estrella First Team First Team

Ani Avanessian Briana Smythe First Team First Team

2010-2011 WSC SOUTH DIVISION ALL-CONFERENCE

Monica Hang Porcha Davis Richelle Najera Coach of the Year First Team First Team

19 #LAVALLEYWBB LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Sydney Hua Bryttne Nakamura 2015-2016 Scholar Athlete 2013-2014 Scholar Athlete

Diamond O’Connor Ani Avanessian Vanessa Aguilar 2016-2017 Female Athlete 2012-2013 Female Athlete 2011-2012 Co-Female Athlete

#LAVALLEYWBB 20 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL ALL-STATE

Diamond O’Connor Adaora Obi 2016-2017 Second Team 2015-2016 Second Team

Lunden Junious Reliford A’Jaee Foster Ani Avanessian 2013-2014 First Team 2013-2014 Second Team 2012-2013 First Team

21 #LAVALLEYWBB WOMEN’S BASKETBALL ACADEMIC ALL-STATE

Jillian Wyman Emily Chan Desiree Sokolgz Yolanda Ealy 2018 - 4.0 GPA 2018 - 3.92 GPA 2018 - 3.76 GPA 2018 - 3.58 GPA

Desiree Sokolgz Sydney Hua Kai Briggs Bryttne Nakamura 2017 - 3.63 GPA 2016 - 3.88 GPA 2016 - 3.62 GPA 2015 - 3.77 GPA

#LAVALLEYWBB 22 MONARCH SINGLE GAME RECORDS

LAVC Monarchs 15-Rebound Games Free Throw Attempted (17) Richelle Najera vs Lassen, 12/18/10

(20) Adaora Obi vs SantaWest LA, Monica, 1/30/16 1/24/15 (20) MyangelAdaora Obi Johnson vs Cypress, vs El Camino,12/13/16 12/29/13 (16) Lydia Pope vs Santa Rosa, 12/16/16 (19) Adaora Obi vs West LA, 2/11/15 (16) Taneysha Davis vs El Camino, 12/29/15 (19) Adaora Obi vs Santa Monica, 2/18/15 (15) AniDiamond Avanessian O’Connor vs Canyons, vs Riverside, 1/9/13 12/3/16 (19) Myangel Johnson vs Ventura, 12/30/13 (15) VanessaDiamond Aguilar O’Connor vs Santa vs Santa Monica, Monica, 1/21/12 2/3/16 (19) Brianna Smythe vs Citrus, 2/4/12 (14) Lydia Pope vs Riverside, 2/24/17 (18) Adaora Obi vs Santa Rosa, 12/20/15 (14) Adaora Obi vs Cypress, 12/13/15 (18) Myangel Johnson vs Chaffey, 3/5/14 (14) A’Jaee Foster vs East Los Angeles, 2/28/14 (18) Myangel Johnson vs Glendale, 2/22/14 (14) A’Jaee Foster vs Santa Barbara, 12/22/13 (14) Chelsea Rhamdeow vs Palomar, 11/20/12 (18) Lunden Junious-Reliford vs Solano, 12/8/13 (14) Ani Avanessian vs West LA, 2/11/12 (18) BriannaMyangel SmytheJohnson vs vs Citrus, Baskersfield, 1/11/12 2/1/14 (14) Richelle Najera vs West LA, 2/5/11 (18) Richelle Najera vs Canyons, 2/9/11 (17) Diamond O’Connor vs Glendale, 1/25/17

(17) Adaora Obi vs San Joaquin Delta, 12/3/15 Free Throw Made (17) Diamond O’Connor vs Ventura, 12/11/16 (13) Richelle Najera vs Lassen, 12/18/10 (13) Ani Avanessian vs Canyons, 1/9/13 (17) Diamond O’Connor vs Santa Monica, 1/9/16 (16) Rebecca Islas vs Citrus, 2/4/17 (12) Ani Avanessian vs West LA, 2/11/12 (16) Adaora Obi vs Citrus, 2/17/16 (11)(12) SydneyLydia Pope Hua vs vs Santa West Rosa,LA, 2/11/15 12/16/16 (16) Adaora Obi vs Orange Coast, 12/28/15 (11) A’Jaee Foster vs Santa Barbara, 12/22/13 (16) Adaora Obi vs San Bernardino, 12/12/15 (11) Vanessa Aguilar vs Santa Monica, 1/21/12 (16) Adaora Obi vs Canyons, 1/14/15 (10) Lydia Pope vs Riverside, 2/24/17 LAVC Monarchs 25-Point Games (16) Myangel Johnson vs Glendale, 1/29/1 (37) Vanessa Aguilar vs Santa Monica, 1/21/12 (15)(16) BriannaRichelle Najera vs Santa Monica, 1/21/121/26/11 (10) Adaora Obi vs Santa Monica, 2/18/15 (32) Vanessa Aguilar vs Canyons, 1/28/12 (15) RichelleDiamond Najera O’Connor vs Glendale, vs Orange 1/29/11 Coast, 12/29/16 (10) SydneyAdaora HuaObi vs vs El Canyons, Camino, 2/7/15 12/29/16 (15) Richelle Najera vs Santa Monica, 2/19/11 (10) A’Jaee Foster vs Solano, 12/8/13 (29) Adaora Obi vs Glendale, 1/21/15 (10) Ani Avanessian vs San Bernardino Valley, 11/9/12 (28)(31) Adaora Obi vs SantaWest LA, Monica, 1/30/16 2/18/15 (10) A’Jaee Foster vs Canyons, 11/10/13 (27) Diamond O’Connor vs Victor Valley, 1/28/17 (10) Chelsea Rhamdeow vs Palomar, 11/20/12 (27) Porcha Davis vs Napa Valley, 11/22/10 3-point Field Goals Made

(26) Diamond O’Connor vs Santa Monica, 2/3/16 (6) Emily Chan vs Ventura, 12/11/16 (26) Diamond O’Connor vs Orange Coast, 12/28/15 (5)(6) EmilyDiana ChanDuenas vs vsVictory Santa Valley, Monica, 1/28/17 1/9/16 (25)(26) MelodyRichelle Gauthier Najera vs vs Sierra, Sacramento 12/17/10 City, 12/4/14 (5)(6) EmilyVanessa Chan Aguilar vs Barstow, vs Santa 1/21/17 Monica, 1/21/12 (25) AniDiamond Avanessian O’Connor vs Chaffey, vs EC-Compton, 3/1/13 11/26/16 (25) Brianna Smythe vs Canyons, 1/28/12 (5) Melody Gauthier vs Citrus, 2/14/15 (5) HannahEmily Chan Ascencio vs West vs LA,LAVC 1/6/17 Alumni, 12/12/14 (5) Jackie Sanchez vs Riverside, 12/28/12 (25) Vanessa Aguilar vs Bakersfield, 1/14/12 (5) Kaila Turner vs Riverside, 12/9/12 (5) Vanessa Aguilar vs LA Pierce, 12/28/11 (5) Alejandra Gallardo vs Glendale, 1/5/11

Assists (13) Sydney Hua vs Santa Monica, 2/18/15 (11) Karina Moreno vs Orange Coast, 12/28/15 (11) Melody Gauthier vs LAVC Alumni, 12/12/14 (10) Lydia Pope vs Santa Monica, 1/7/17

(10) Sydney Hua vs Glendale, 2/21/15 (10) SydneyKarina MorenoHua vs West vs West LA, LA,2/11/15 1/6/16 (10) Sydney Hua vs Cypress, 12/13/14

Steals (8) Porcha Davis vs Napa, 11/22/10 (7) Lydia Pope vs Canyons, 2/2/13

(6) Lydia Pope vs Victor Valley, 1/28/17 (6) Lydia Pope vs El Camino, 11/11/16 (6) Jecenia Trinidad vs Santa Monica, 1/25/14 (6) Jordan Santiago vs Santa Rosa, 12/16/12 (6) Vanessa Aguilar vs Solano, 12/2/11 23 #LAVALLEYWBB MONARCH SINGLE SEASON RECORDS

Double Doubles Free Throw Percentage Scoring Average Assists Average (18) Adaora Obi 14-15 (min. 2 FT made per game) (18.0) Vanessa Aguliar 11-12 (5.9) Sydney Hua 14-15 (85%) (110-129) Vanessa Aguilar 11-12 (79%) (89-113) Rachel Estrella 11-12 (16) Diamond O’Connor 15-16 (16.2) Ani Avanessia 12-13 (3.3)(5.4) MelodyKarina Moreno Gauthier 15-16 14-15 (13)(16) MyangelRichelle NajeraJohnson 10-11 13-14 (16.0) Adaora Obi 14-15 (3.3)(4.5 Lydia Vanessa Pope Aguilar 16-17 11-12 (9)(14) Lunden Adaora Junious-Reliford Obi 15-16 13-14 (75%)(77%) (75-100)(47-61) Chriselle Melody GauthierTaloma 10-11 14-15 (15.9) Diamond O’Connor 15-16 (3.2) Chriselle Taloma 10-11 (8) Ani Avanessian 12-13 (76%) (116-153) Sydney Hua 14-15 (14.4)(15.8) PorchaAdaora DavisObi 15-16 10-11 (7) Sydney Hua 14-15 (74%) (128-172) Ani Avanessian 12-13 (14.6) Richelle Najera 10-11 (74%) (120-163) Adaora Obi 15-16 Steals Assists Rebound Average (71) Porcha Davis 10-11 (171) Sydney Hua 14-15 (70%) (106-152) A’Jaee Foster 13-14 (55) Jackie Sanchez 12-13 Scoring(69%) (54-78) Ani Avanessian 11-12 (11.2) Richelle Najera 10-11 (55) Lydia Pope 12-13 (541) Vanessa Aguilar 11-12 (11.1)(11.3) Adaora Obi 14-1515-16 (54) Ani Avanessian 12-13 (98)(131) Vanessa Lydia Pope Aguilar 16-17 11-12 (518) Ani Avanessian 12-13 (10.2) Myangel Johnson 13-14 (49) Jecenia Trinidad 13-14 (97)(114) Melody Karina Gauthier Moreno 15-1614-15 (88) Lydia Pope 12-13 (9.7) Brianna Smythe 11-12 (75) Porcha Davis 10-11 (423)(465) RichelleAdaora Obi Najera 14-15 10-11 (9.8) Diamond O’Connor 15-16 (47) Lydia Pope 16-17 (75) Ajai Ford 13-14 (417)(446) PorchaDiamond Davis O’Connor 10-11 15-16 (8.5) Lunden Junious-Reliford 13-14 (46) Vanessa Aguilar 11-12 (8.3)(9.2 Diamond Ani Avanessian O’Connor 12-13 16-17 (7.9) A’Jaee Foster 13-14 (384) Diamond O’Connor 16-17 (7.5) Sydney Hua 14-15 (380) Adaora Obi 15-16 (360) A’Jaee Foster 13-14 #LAVALLEYWBB 24 ALUMNAE ALWAYS A MONARCH We take pride in matriculating our student-athletes

2016-2017 Kai Briggs CSU of Monterey Bay Emily Chan*+ CSU of Fullerton Yolanda Ealy* San Jose State University, CA Tyler Polk* San Francisco State University, CA Desiree Sokolgz* San Francisco State University, CA

2015-2016 2012-2013 Diana Duenas* CSU of Northridge Ani Avanessian*+ Portland State University, OR Diana Flores* University of California, Riverside Alejandra Marquez*+ Indiana Tech, IN Samantha Garcia* CSU of Long Beach Lydia Pope* Sydney Hua*+ University of California, Irvine Melissa Ruiz* CSU of Los Angeles CSU of Bakersfield Alyssa Miller* Butler University, IN Jackie Sanchez*+ William Jessup University, CA Karina Moreno*+ CSU of Los Angeles Jordan Santiago*+ Hope International University, CA Adaora Obi*+ University of California, Riverside Alondra Ramirez* CSU of Sacramento 2011-2012 Vanessa Aguilar*+ University of California, Irvine 2014-2015 Jocelyn Flores*+ La Sierra University, CA Hannah Ascencio*+ La Sierra University, CA Leticia Pelayo* CSU of Northridge Melody Gauthier*+ Hope International University, CA Tracy Pretlow Alabama State University, AL Chantel Robinson* CSU of Northridge Briana Smythe+ Glenville State College, WV Adeshola Stewart* CSU of Northridge

2013-2014 Ajai Ford*+ Western State Colorado University, CO 2010-2011 A’Jaee Foster*+ Humboldt State University, CA Porcha Davis*+ CSU of Dominguez Hills Myangel Johnson*+ University of Texas of the Permian Basin Alejandra Gallardo+ Lunden Junious-Reliford*+ Richelle Najera*+ PacificCSU of LosUnion Angeles College, CA Diana Herrera* CSU of Northridge CSU of Bakersfield Chriselle “Kookie” Taloma* CSU of Northridge Kalia Turner*+ CSU of Monterey Bay Chrystal “Chip” Taloma*+ Talladega College, AL Jecenia Trinidad*+ University of Merced, CA Courtney Tolentino CSU of San Bernardino Chelsea Rhamdeow*+ University of Texas of the Permian Basin Janine Zelden University of Southern California Erika Rivera*+ University of La Verne, CA Bryttne Nakamura*+ La Sierra University, CA * AA Degree + Players Who Continued Their Playing Career at the Next Level

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#LAVALLEYWBB 26 MONARCHS PLAYING AT THE NEXT LEVEL

Sydney Hua #0 University of Irvine, CA

it has been the best decision I’ve made in my life. Prior to Los Angeles Valley College, I had a goal that As the years fly by after transferring and graduating from Los Angeles Valley College, I realized that out there? But Coach Hang was determined to help me achieve it. My experience at Valley was not the smoothestseemed impossible: sail. I encountered play basketball many atobstacles the next both level. mentally I mean howand physically.many 5’2 Asian Mentally, basketball I had to players overcome are

the goals you want to achieve. Physically, I suffered a severe injury that sidelined me the whole year. Eventhe idea though that whatI did notsociety play, expects that incident of you doesmade not me define grow asyou. a basketballYou create playeryour own and expectations as a person. throughIt was a

lead me to where I am today. If you’re a recruit reading this, you’ll be in good hands future Monarch, “Nothingprivilege tois Impossible.”play for Coach Hang and I am extremely grateful for all the sacrifices she made that helped

Adaora Obi #33 California State Polytechnic University of Pomona Going to Los Angeles Valley College was one of the best decisions for me. Playing under Coach Hang helped shape me into the person and player that I am today. I’ve never had a coach that cared so much about developing a player’s overall well being. I still hold a great relationship with Coach Hang and I know that if anything goes left, she will always be there for me. She is someone that I look up to as a mentor; she leads by example and never breaks a promise. Not only did I have a great coach, but also the professors were outstanding. They were personal; not only caring if you passed the class but they made sure you understood the concepts. I was able to transfer to a great school and continue my education on a full athletic scholarship. My overall experience was great, and I am so glad that I made the decision to be a Monarch.

Emily Chan #21 California State University of Fullerton My experience was short and unforgettable. I am extremely blessed to have experienced such a memorable year. There are still days where I wished that I went to Los Angeles Valley College straight out of high school. My time there has enabled me to form many inseparable bonds and relationships with a diverse group of individuals. Transferring to Los Angeles Valley College from a four-year college

the opportunity to play for her. She has taught me all the “little things” to be successful on the court and was an unexpected ride filled with life learning experiences. I am thankful to Coach Hang for giving me become a great student-athlete. Basketball is more than just a game, it is life! in life. I would like to thank Coach Hang and her coaching staff for all the sacrifices they made to help me

Lunden Junious #21 California State University of San Bernardino I played for Coach Hang in 2013-2014. This was considerably my greatest year on and off the court. If I ever had a struggling moment inside the classroom, Coach Hang was there with strong persistence to push me above and beyond. She showed me that education is the key to success. This created a positive transfer to the hardwood. She made me feel like I was one of her own. I had a lot of positive and fun experiences during my time as a Monarch. Every single one of the coaches created a bond with me, sometimes stronger than those I had with my friends. I loved my teammates and our chemistry was great which allowed us to succeed. We won a lot of games and I made the grades I needed to move on to a four-year institution. I love Los Angeles Valley College and everything it taught me.

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