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No. Pos. Name Ht. Cl. High School Hometown 1 G/F Christian Montervino 6-3 Fr. Ewing Ewing, NJ 3 G Kyle Yocum 5-6 Fr. Washingtonville Washingtonville, NY 4 G Robert Mesjasz 6-2 Jr. St. Peter’s Staten Island, NY 5 G Heath Dilts 6-0 Jr. Warren Hills Washington, NJ 11 G Mike Jones 6-2 Sr. Warren Hills Washington, NJ 12 G Robert Crimmins 6-0 Fr. Xaverian Staten Island, NY 14 F Gari Blackett 6-3 Jr. Brooklyn College Academy Brooklyn, NY 21 G Ibrahim Eleham 6-0 So. Fort Hamilton Brooklyn, NY 22 G Matthew Holtzer 6-2 Fr. Tottenville Staten Island, NY 23 G Tom Partyka 6-3 Fr. New Egypt New Egypt, NJ 24 G Ryan Hennessey 5-10 Fr. St. Joseph by the Sea Staten Island, NY 30 F Anthony Tisi 6-5 So. St. Joseph by the Sea Staten Island, NY 32 F/C Maurice Lewis 6-3 Fr. Curtis Staten Island, NY 33 F/C Sean Weismuller 6-8 So. James Madison Brooklyn, NY 44 F Liwei Pan 6-5 Fr. Forest Hills Queens, NY

Head Coach: Tony Petosa Assistant Coaches: Aaron Goldstein, Vinny Messina

2006-07 College of Staten Island Dolphins Top Row (l-r): Head Coach Tony Petosa, Maurice Lewis, Gari Blackett, Sean Weismuller, Anthony Tisi, Assistant Coach Vinny Messina Bottom Row (l-r): Christian Montervino, Mike Jones, Robert Crimmins, Heath Dilts, Ryan Hennessey, Kyle Yocum, Matthew Holtzer, Ibrahim Eleham Not Pictured: Assistant Coach Aaron Goldstein, Robert Mesjasz, Liwei Pan, Tom Partyka COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND DOLPHINS 6 CSI PHOTO ROSTER

1 - Christian Montervino 3 - Kyle Yocum 4 - Robert Mesjasz 5 - Heath Dilts

11 - Mike Jones 12 - Robert Crimmins 14- Gari Blackett 21 - Ibrahim Eleham

22 - Matthew Holtzer 23 - Tom Partyka 24 - Ryan Hennessey 30 - Anthony Tisi

32 - Maurice Lewis 33 - Sean Weismuller 44 - Liwei Pan

Tony Petosa Aaron Goldstein Vinny Messina MEN’S BASKETBALL 2006-07 MEDIA GUIDE 7 PLAYER PROFILES

11 6-2 • Senior • Guard Mike Warren Hills High School JONES Washington, NJ

Mike Jones will undoubtedly be one of the key components Q & A with Mike Jones among Head Coach Tony Petosa’s arsenal of players. Jones is one of the most experienced, having played two years of junior college Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s few returning players? basketball before coming to CSI in 2004. After being sidelined A: My role is to help the younger guys adjust to all of last season, his coaches are hoping his trademark skills will lead the Dolphins to new heights. college ball and to play hard. Already considered one of CSI’s best perimeter defenders, Petosa is hopeful Jones becomes a consistent scorer as well. Q: What makes this team different from last year’s? “He has the ability to shoot and knock down the open jumper, and he’s doing a great job A: We have a great group of guys and we have of getting the ball to the basket,” said Petosa. “He has the ability to be more consistent than he was established good chemistry during the preseason. two years ago.” Jones will also be called upon to be CSI’s emotional leader on the court. Q: What are your personal and team goals? “He possesses an enormous amount of leadership,” said Petosa. “He’s our go-to guy on or A: To have fun and win games. off the court.” Year GP-GS FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG 2004-05 29-1 46-131 35.1 26-80 32.5 29-43 67.4 66 2.3 47 32 4 18 147 5.1 2005-06 Did Not Play TOTALS 29-1 46-131 35.1 26-80 32.5 29-43 67.4 66 2.3 47 32 4 18 147 5.1

4 6-2 • Junior • Guard Robert St. Peter’s High School MESJASZ Staten Island, NY

Like Jones, Robert Mesjasz is a holdover from the 2004- Q & A with Robert Mesjasz 05 campaign, and the coaches are extremely excited to welcome the junior star back to the mix this year. Combining a mix of Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s few returning players? fantastic footwork and suffocating defense, Petosa is hopeful A: I will help out anybody who needs help. I will Mesjasz’s game can elevate CSI into a power on the court. A former CSI Rookie of the Year in 2004, be alert to the things we do and I will teach the Mesjasz’s electrifying play is expected to infuse the team this season. younger players how to do it correctly. “He plays with a tremendous amount of energy,” said Petosa. “He is dangerous in the open Q: What are your personal and team goals? floor and he can go to the basket with reckless abandon.” A: I promise to work hard whenever I am on the Mesjasz’s versatility will be called upon early and often this season. According to Petosa, court, whether it’s in practice or games. Hopefully, much of the Dolphins’ success could center around his play. we will work together and win a championship “In order for us to have success, we need him to knock down the open shot, play sound for CSI. defense, and handle a lot of different responsibilities.”

Year GP-GS FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG 2003-04 26-0 63-141 44.7 19-55 34.5 14-31 45.2 92 3.5 27 38 12 36 159 6.1 2004-05 21-0 55-103 53.4 23-48 47.9 9-19 47.4 89 4.2 68 53 10 23 142 6.8 2005-06 Did Not Play TOTALS 47-0 118-244 48.4 42-103 40.8 23-50 46.0 181 3.9 95 91 22 59 301 6.4 COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND DOLPHINS 8 PLAYER PROFILES

14 6-3 • Junior • Guard Gari Brooklyn College Academy BLACKETT Brooklyn, NY

If the 2005-06 season proved one thing to the CSI coaching staff, it was that newcomer Gari Blackett could be an intimidating Q & A with Gari Blackett force on the hardwood. Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s few As a sophomore forward for the Dolphins last year, Blackett returning players? was playing organized basketball for the first time in his life last season, and the Brooklyn product A: Leadership will by my role. I must use my maturity shined, making 16 starts in his collegiate debut, collecting 242 rebounds, a team-high, and good for and patience to help the younger players grow. 32nd in the nation in the NCAA Division III ranks. It’s the ethic and drive apparent in Blackett that Q: What makes this team different from last year’s? has Petosa impressed. A: Last year we tolerated a lot of nonsense. This “He’s one of our primary leaders,” the coach said. “We got out of him in one year what we year, I think there will be a lot more discipline and get out of some players in four. He is an exceptional rebounder and hard worker everywhere on the teamwork. floor.” Q: What are your expectations this season? Petosa hopes Blackett’s desire will be contagious. Look for him to do more damage this A: I see growth, I see potential, I see great things. season.

Year GP-GS FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG 2005-06 25-16 63-104 60.6 0-1 0.0 38-51 74.5 242 9.7 27 40 30 16 164 6.6 TOTALS 25-16 63-104 60.6 0-1 0.0 38-51 74.5 242 9.7 27 40 30 16 164 6.6

33 6-8 • Sophomore • F/C Sean James Madison High School WEISMULLER Brooklyn, NY

Those wanting to know exactly how far the Dolphins will go Q & A with Sean Weismuller this year can gauge that assessment by how sophomore Sean Weismuller develops this season. Coach Petosa has made it Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s obvious that Weismuller will play a big role this year, high on the few returning players? A: I need to set an example as a leader. I need to depth chart among the CSI big men. show the others that we never quit. “He’s our one true interior offensive threat,” Petosa said. “He’s a very good passer, shooter, and he has shown the leadership qualities you would want in someone like him.” Q: What makes this team different from last year’s? Weismuller’s 9.1 points per game a season ago leads all returning players, and his 6.3 clip A: Everyone here wants to play as a team. We will be better this year because we will play together. for rebounds per game put shim among the leaders in that category as well. Along with his talents right below the rim, Weismuller also adds a strong shooting touch around the arc, as well as the Q: What are you most looking forward to? ability to defend both at the top of the key and in the paint. A: Our great team chemistry. We will work harder than any CSI team in the past. If CSI is to succeed this season, look for Weismuller to be a big reason why.

Year GP-GS FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG 2005-06 15-8 50-100 50.0 3-6 50.0 33-52 63.5 94 6.3 22 51 2 12 136 9.1 TOTALS 15-8 50-100 50.0 3-6 50.0 33-52 63.5 94 6.3 22 51 2 12 136 9.1

MEN’S BASKETBALL 2006-07 MEDIA GUIDE 9 PLAYER PROFILES

30 6-5 • Sophomore • Forward Anthony St. Joseph by the Sea High School TISI Staten Island, NY

Used sparingly a season ago, Anthony Tisi is hoping to make a bigger Q & A with Anthony Tisi impact this season for the Dolphins, and has been working hard towards gaining more of a taste for the hardwood this year. Tisi was thankful for the Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s knowledge gained during last season, where he was given a chance to improve few returning players? on his passing and rebounding skills. Coach Petosa is banking on that knowledge to pay off. A: I will be looked at to be a leader on this team. “With his size, he has good ability to shoot the ball from mid to long range,” commented his coach. “As he My goal is help us win a championship works towards doing the little things, he can become a much better player.” With another season to look forward to, Tisi is hoping to raise his game to the next level. Q: How is this team different from last year’s? A: Our new players and new assistant coach will Year GP FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG bring different styles and new information to learn from. 05-06 4 2-3 66.7 1-1 1.00 0-4 0.0 2 0.5 0 1 0 1 5 1.3 TOT 4 2-3 66.7 1-1 1.00 0-4 0.0 2 0.5 0 1 0 1 5 1.3

5 6-0 • Junior • Guard Heath Warren Hills High School DILTS Washington, NJ

A walk-on to the CSI Dolphins squad, Heath Dilts is a junior transfer Q & A with Heath Dilts who is one of only four upperclassmen on the team this year. The coaches are hoping his former playing experience at Raritan Valley Community College Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball so far? and Sussex County College, will help benefit him here at CSI. His versatility A: We are small and very young, so we have to work at the position can be called upon this season as a first-year Dolphin. Petosa is hoping that Dilts can serve as one that much harder. of this year’s x-factors to the Dolphins success. “Heath is a player on the bubble,” he said. “He is an older player who can shoot, is pretty tough, and Q: What are some of your advantages as a first-year he can certainly see time if he starts playing better than guys younger than him.” player? A former two-sport star at Warren Hills High School, Dilts was a standout basketball and football A: No one knows my potential and basketball player, and is only hoping for an opportunity to showcase his athleticism on the floor this season. He feels his knowledge when in an actual game. No one is unique blend of basketball savvy from playing in the junior college ranks will help him tremendously at this point expecting much out of me, so the only thing I can do is work hard and prove my opponents wrong. in his career.

22 6-2 • Freshman • Guard Matt Tottenville High School HOLTZER Staten Island, NY

One thing that has the coaches abuzz this year is the expected return Q & A with Matt Holtzer of Matt Holtzer to the CSI lineup. Thought to be a valuable addition to the squad last year, Holtzer suffered a season-ending injury which sidelined him Q: What role do you hope to play as one of CSI’s for the entire 2005-06 campaign. Now that he is back, the coaches have a few returning players? A: I feel that my shooing ability and defensive game go-to shooter in the 6-foot-2 Holtzer. can help our team this year. “He is one of the best shooters you will find at this level,” commented Petosa. “The injury set him back, but so long as he continues his work on fundamentals, we’re expecting good things.” Q: What makes this team different from last year’s? With a keen eye towards shooting the long ball and by providing sound defense on the back end, Holtzer can A: This year, we have a lot more heart. be looked at as an impact maker for 2006-07. Q: What are your personal goals for this season? Year GP FG-FGA Pct. 3P-3PA Pct. FT-FTA Pct. Reb RPG A TO BK STL PTS PPG A: I want to get enough playing time to show what I can bring to the table. 05-06 Did Not Play - Injured COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND DOLPHINS 10 PLAYER PROFILES

21 6-0 • Sophomore • Guard Ibrahim Fort Hamilton High School ELEHAM Brooklyn, NY

To this point of the young season, no one has embodied the word Q & A with Ibrahim Eleham resiliency better than Ibrahim Eleham. A contender for a roster spot last season at CSI, Eleham didn’t make last year’s final roster. Although many Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? have tried in the past, few have earned a spot the following year after a one- A: We have high expectations and we all want to year layoff. Not only did Eleham give college basketball another test, according to his coach, he has passed with win. flying colors. Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year “Ibrahim has worked really hard, and there is no question. He’s a keeper,” says Head Coach Tony Petosa. player on the team? “Whatever role he is given, he is going to respond and do the job.” A: The competition does not know how I play and Eleham’s toughness in the face of adversity has made the coaches excited heading into the season. Coach how hard I hustle to get the ball. Petosa would like to see more student-athletes take that same approach. Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? “He can shoot, he rebounds like he is 6-foot-5, works hard, and won’t back down from anyone. He’s been a A: I intend to play as hard as I can. I’ll do anything pleasure to have around this preseason.” I have to do in order to play.

12 6-0 • Freshman • Guard/Forward Robert Xaverian High School CRIMMINS Staten Island, NY

Getting acquainted with the CSI system and earning a valuable spot with the Dolphins is what the coaches are hoping will come of Robert Q & A with Robert Crimmins Crimmins. As a natural athlete who possesses a wealth of talent, the coaches are keen on seeing Crimmins develop, and are hoping his past experiences Q: What are some challenges associated with being a first-year player on this team? on a high-caliber Xavarian High School basketball team will see him through in his college endeavors on the A: I am learning a different coaching style from court. a different program and I am working with new “Robert is coming from a good program, and is extremely sound fundamentally,” said Petosa. “He teammates. can certainly be a great passer for us, and as he continues to develop his shooting and handling, he can be a productive, athletic player.” Q: How are you approaching the season? An accomplished baseball player as well, Crimmins ultimately decided on basketball, where he won A: I just want to work hard for playing time by a city and state championship with Xaverian. hustling and diving on the ground, just giving that little extra.

24 5-10 • Freshman • Guard Ryan St. Joseph by the Sea High School HENNESSEY Staten Island, NY

Fresh from an accomplished high school career, Ryan Hennessey Q & A with Ryan Hennessey will be looking to add a spark to the Dolphins this season, and his coaches are hoping he can be a valuable ingredient to the mix early in his collegiate Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? career. A: I see a lot of hard work and dedication. I feel we are a strong family, and it will show on the court. An agile-footed 1,000-point scorer for St. Joseph by the Sea High School, Hennessey will be asked to Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year fill in a similar role at CSI, dishing the ball to teammates and touching down open looks at the basket. That, player on the team? combined with his natural leadership skills, make him an early favorite to earn time. A: It means I have another three years to get better. “Ryan has a very positive attitude, and always seems to have a hop in his step,” commented Coach I can watch our program grow right in front of my Petosa. “If he stays consistent, he can be an extremely good shooter while spreading the ball around nicely.” eyes. The former Most Valuable Player at St. Joseph by the Sea, Hennessey is 52nd all-time in the Staten Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? Island high school scoring annals. A: I’m just trying to work hard, play strong, and make good decisions on the court. MEN’S BASKETBALL 2006-07 MEDIA GUIDE 11 PLAYER PROFILES

32 6-3 • Freshman • Forward/Center Maurice Curtis High School LEWIS Staten Island, NY

Talk to the coaching staff about who they are excited to see develop Q & A with Maurice Lewis as early as this season, and they’ll probably mention Maurice Lewis. Slowed down by injury this preseason, they are hoping that once Lewis gets on the Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? A: We have a great group of guys that are meshing court consistently, he can be a valuable part of CSI’s scheme. together better than expected. A Staten Island High School League champion with Curtis High School in 2003-04, Lewis blends a Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year strong display of footwork and shooting around the basket. On a team thin on interior post players, he could player on the team? be a valuable asset early in his career. A: Being a first time player I’m able to absorb new “Maurice has the ability to cause matchup problems for some teams around the basket,” claims techniques and ideas. Petosa. “Once he gets healthy, he can give us a lot of flexibility on the inside. He has a chance to play a lot.” Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? With a unique array of talent, Lewis is looking forward to his chances, and once he gets on the court, A: I’m just trying to do the little things asked of me. the Dolphins will be an even more prevalent force in the paint. I don’t always get it the first time but I’m trying.

1 6-3 • Freshman • Guard/Forward Christian Ewing High School MONTERVINO Ewing, NJ

If versatility is your game, then Christian Montervino belongs on Q & A with Christian Montervino your roster. An athletic swimgman with size, Montervino is being classified as the Dolphins’ ‘jack of all trades.’ His ability to adapt to his surroundings Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? A: We are pretty strong in the backcourt, and our on the court, and beat defenses in a wide variety of ways, make him a major chemistry is pretty good. I think we can be conference player in the CSI system for this year as well as in years to come. champs. “Christian has shown a lot of potential,” said Petosa. “He has a great feel for the game and can do a little bit of everything - from shooting and handling, to posting up, and he will only get better.” Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year player on the team? A multi-purpose threat, the coaches are expecting even more from Montervino in the inside game as A: The ability to make a good first impression. he gets bigger and stronger in college. A former four-sport star at Ewing High School, Montervino also excelled in soccer, golf, and cross- Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? country. He was awarded an academic scholarship by the Ewing Athletic Club of New Jersey. A: I want to play hard, concentrate, and listen to tips from my coaches.

44 6-5 • Freshman • Forward Liwei Forest Hills High School PAN Queens, NY

One player who hopes to be an anchor to the CSI inside game this Q & A with Liwei Pan season will be Liwei “Michael” Pan. One of CSI’s more physically intimidating Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? players, Pan is expected to clog the middle, and be a strong developmental A: We have a strong team, a nice coach, and all the project for head coach Tony Petosa and his staff. players are working very hard. “When I recruited Michael I saw a big, strong, raw talent,” Petosa noted. “He’s got a great body, and Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year as he develops more athletically, he can be a big talent.” player on the team? More than Pan’s strength and determination in the paint, is his willingness to learn, his strong desire, A: I have time, time to learn more things and get and his work ethic. At Forest Hills High School, those combinations merited him his team’s Most Improved better at basketball. Player award. Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? For now, the coaches are delighted with his dedication and involvement. After clearing minor A: I know that I have to work hard, do everything preseason injuries, they are eager to see him develop into the quality player who will figure into the long range the right way. I have to listen to my teammates and goals of CSI basketball. my coaches. COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND DOLPHINS 12 PLAYER PROFILES

23 6-3 • Freshman • Guard Tom New Egypt High School PARTYKA New Egypt, NJ

High hopes will surround freshman Tom Partyka this year for the Q & A with Tom Partyka Dolphins, and with good reason. CSI will be looking for Partyka to bring a Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? tough presence to the floor at the guard position. If all plays out according to A: We’re getting into the program here, and all plan, Partyka could figure into the CSI playing rotation early and often. giving 110 percent. For the coaches, looks can be deceiving with Partyka. Possessing intense strength and a physical Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year game, Partyka can keep the opposition on their heels for 40 minutes. player on the team? “He’s an intense player with a lot of physical ability,” said Petosa. “He can run and jump well for a A: I’m getting worked into new experiences. player of his size and he’s as strong as a horse.” Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? A former basketball and baseball star at New Egypt High School, Partyka was the school’s Most A: I will do as much as I can for the team. What Valuable Player for basketball four years in a row. At CSI, the coaches are hoping for Partyka to develop into I can offer is hustle, hustle and more hustle. I’ll do one of the conferences elite players. With more work on fundamentals and daily practicing to learn the CSI whatever it takes for us to win. system, Partyka is closer to that realization every day.

3 5-6 • Freshman • Guard Kyle Washingtonville High School YOCUM Washingtonville, NY

A player who should make an immediate impact this season, Kyle Q & A with Kyle Yocum Yocum brings with him the promise of what could be a great career while with Q: What are your impressions of CSI Basketball? the CSI Dolphins. A tough competitor on both sides of the ball, Yocum is A: We have a solid team and if we work together, we a highly-touted point guard who the coaches hope will develop into one of should be successful. the better guards to don a CSI uniform in some time. His unique blend of touch shooting, timely and precise passing and heads-up defense could make him a go-to guy early. Q: What are some advantages to being a first-year player on the team? “Kyle is a true point guard who can distribute and has a great shot,” said Petosa. “I feel confident that A: My competition does not know my playing style, if he gets open looks and shoots, it’ll go in.” and that gives me an advantage. Displaying a versatile game, look for Yocum to play a bigger role as the season rolls along. The coaches are hoping that by the time his career is said and done, Yocum can be among the very best at CSI. Q: How will you compete for a role on this team? “He can be a heck of a player here especially as he increases his shooting range,” said Petosa. A: I intend to work hard in practice on both sides of the court and to listen to my coaches.

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