2003 Montana State University-Billings Yellowjackets Men’s Soccer Media Guide
Soccer 2003 Yellowjackets
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#0 Jess Feldtman #1 Yacine Zerizef #2 Lucas Sanchez #3 Richard Watkins #4 Jeff Marsich
#5 Andres Calabro #6 Dustin Kono #7 Robbie Thimm #9 Thomas Pertuit #10 A.J. Reyes
#11 Jesse Spann #12 Damian Wandler #13 Patrick Boltz #14 Victor Sargent #15 Vincent Stefano
#16 Billy Dess #17 Brian Palmer #18 Matthew Holm #22 Kevin Petritz Shaun Hansen
Brian Hunter Gordie Vierck Table of Contents
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION GENERAL Address: 1500 University Drive Welcome from the A.D...... 1 About MSU-Billings ...... 27 Billings, MT 59101 About MSUB Athletics...... 28-29 Founded: 1927 Athletic Training ...... 30 Enrollment: 4,343 Sports Information ...... 33 Administration ...... 31-32 Chancellor: Dr. Ronald P. Sexton (Oregon ‘71) Hall of Fame ...... 34 ATHLETICS INFORMATION Division II Facts & Figures ...... 35-38 Nickname: Yellowjackets COACHES Colors: Cobalt Blue & Yellow Doug Seigle ...... 6 Affiliation: NCAA Division II David Austin ...... 6 Conference: Independent STUDENT-ATHLETES Athletics Director: Dr. Gary Gray (Oregon ‘83) Patrick Boltz ...... 10 Administrative Assistant: Denise Wynia Andres Calabro ...... 8 Athletics Phone: 406-657-2369 Billy Dess ...... 10 Jess Feldtman...... 7 Sports Information Director: Travis Elam Shaun Hansen ...... 12 Sports Information Phone: 406-657-2100 Matthew Holm ...... 11 Sports Information Fax: 406-657-2919 Brian Hunter ...... 12 Dustin Kono ...... 8 Senior Woman Administrator: Krista Montague Jeff Marsich ...... 8 SWA Phone: 406-657-2061 Brian Palmer ...... 11 Athletics Trainer: Patrick Hughes, ATC Thomas Pertuit ...... 9 Kevin Petritz ...... 11 Team Physician: Dr. James Elliott (Orthopedic A.J. Reyes ...... 9 Surgeons) Lucas Sanchez ...... 7 CREDITS Victor Sargent...... 10 Jesse Spann ...... 9 Photography: Megan Sturlaugson Vincent Stefano ...... 10 Content: MSU-Billings Sports Information Office Robbie Thimm ...... 10 Gordie Vierek ...... 11 Damian Wandler ...... 9 Richard Watkins...... 7 Yacine Zerizef ...... 7
2003 SEASON INFORMATION Roster...... 2 Schedule ...... 3 Outlook ...... 4-5 Opponents ...... 13-16
2002 SEASON INFORMATION Statistics ...... 17 Schedule & Results ...... 18
HISTORY Individual Game Records ...... 19 Individual Season Records ...... 20 Individual Career Records ...... 21 Team Game Records ...... 22 Team Season Records ...... 23 Miscellaneous Records ...... 24 Opponent Series Records ...... 25-26 Welcome from the A.D.
August, 2003
Dear Friend of Yellowjacket Athletics:
Greetings! Welcome to another exciting fall semester of men’s Yellowjacket soccer. I sincerely hope you will find the information contained in this media guide helpful and informative.
As you look through this soccer media guide, you will notice the presence of many corporate sponsors. I encourage you to visit the business locations of our many corporate partners and tell them how much you appreciate their involvement in our intercollegiate athletics program. The role they play in our program is significant, and I hope you will join me in thanking them for their involvement. Many of these corporate partners have been with us for many years. It is our continuing pleasure to develop and enhance these important partnerships in Billings and the surrounding area.
Similarly, I sincerely thank you for your interest. I encourage you to become even more actively involved in any aspect of Yellowjacket Athletics. I would be happy to explain any number of ways you can get involved, such as joining the Yellowjacket Athletic Association by joining a sport’s booster club, volunteering to help at games or other events, serving on a sport advisory committee, etc.
We are indeed very proud of the fine tradition this university has developed in the academic and athletic arenas. Since day one in 1927 we have had a Yellowjacket Athletics program. Our university leadership has historically and consistently valued the role played by Yellowjacket Athletics in the overall higher education experience of our students. Our current university administation, under the leadership of Dr. Ronald Sexton, Chancellor, has continued that same belief system.
We are very proud of the academic achievement of each Yellowjacket. We are very pleased with the fact that each team continues to maintain team grade point averages above 3.0. Last year, for the third year in a row, our women’s cross country team led all NCAA Division II schools in the nation with the highest grade point average. Our student-athletes are indeed scholar-athletes.
Again, I hope you enjoy this publication, and I look forward to getting your feedback on this or any other aspect of our Yellowjacket Athletics program. Cheer hard and cheer loud. I invite you to bring a friend to cheer with you. I hope you enjoy the season. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Gary R. Gray, Ed. D.
Athletic Director and Professor
1 2003 Roster
NUMERICAL ROSTER No. Name Pos. Yr. Hometown/Previous School 0 Jess Feldtman GK So. Lander, WY/Bethany College 1 Yacine Zerizef GK So. Casper, WY/University of Wyoming 2 Lucas Sanchez MF Sr. Park City, UT/Park City HS 3 Richard Watkins MF Sr. Alzada, MT/National American University 4 Jeff Marsich D So. Laurel, MT/Maranatha College 5 Andres Calabro MF Sr. Cipolletti, Argentina/Mount Senario 6 Dustin Kono F So. Aberdeen, SD/University of Evansville 7 Robbie Thimm MF Sr. Park City, UT/Park City HS 8 Thomas Pertuit MF Jr. Billings, MT/University of Portland 10 A.J. Reyes MF Fr. Quartz Hill, CA/Antelope Valley College 11 Jesse Spann F So. Rock Springs, WY/Rock Springs HS 12 Damian Wandler D Sr. North Platte, NE/North Platte HS 13 Patrick Boltz D So. Kaneohe, HI/Seattle Pacific 14 Victor Sargent MF Fr. Billings, MT/Billings Senior HS 15 Vincent Stefano D Jr. Palmdale, CA/Quartz Hill HS 16 Billy Dess D Sr. Great Falls, MT/C.M. Russell HS 17 Brian Palmer F Jr. Laramie, WY/Laramie HS 18 Matthew Holm D Fr. Billings, MT/Billings Senior HS 22 Kevin Petritz GK Jr. Butte, MT/Butte HS Shaun Hansen D Fr. Cody, WY/Cody HS Brian Hunter GK Fr. Cody, WY/Cody HS Gordie Vierck GK Sr. Pasco, WA/Pasco HS
ALPHABETICAL ROSTER Name No. Name No. Bales, Kyle 8 Pertuit, Thomas 9 Boltz, Patrick 13 Petritz, Kevin 22 Calabro, Andres 5 Reyes, A.J. 10 Dess, Billy 16 Sanchez, Lucas 2 Feldtman, Jess 0 Sargent, Victor 14 Hansen, Shaun Spann, Jesse 11 Holm, Matthew 18 Stefano, Vincent 15 Hunter, Brian Timm, Robbie 7 Kono, Dustin 6 Vierck, Gordie Marsich, Jeff 4 Wandler, Damian 12 Palmer, Brian 17 Watkins, Richard 3 Zerizef, Yacine 1 2 CONVENIENT CASH
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Day/Date Opponent Time Location
Thu., Aug. 28 vs. California State University-Stanislaus * 3:00 p.m. Arcata, CA
Fri., Aug. 29 at Humboldt State University * 4:00 p.m. Arcata, CA
Mon., Sep. 1 at Humboldt State University 4:00 p.m. Arcata, CA
Thu., Sep. 4 vs. Colorado Christian University % 2:00 p.m. Salt Lake City, UT
Fri., Sep. 5 vs. Biola University % 2:00 p.m. Salt Lake City, UT
Sat., Sep. 6 at Westminster College % 2:30 p.m. Salt Lake City, UT
Fri., Sep. 12 at University of Mary 4:30 p.m. Bismarck, ND
Sat., Sep. 13 vs. Morningside University 10:00 a.m. Bismarck, ND
Fri., Sep. 19 at Seattle Pacific University 4:00 p.m. Seattle, WA
Sun., Sep. 21 at Seattle University TBA Seattle, WA
Mon., Sep. 22 at Western Washington University 7:00 p.m. Bellingham, WA
Fri., Sep. 26 at Regis University 3:30 p.m. Denver, CO
Sat., Sep. 27 at University of Colorado-Colo. Springs TBA Colorado Springs, CO
Sat., Oct. 4 University of Mary $ 11:30 a.m. Yellowjacket Field
Sun., Oct. 5 Westminster University $ 12:00 p.m. Yellowjacket Field
Sat., Oct. 18 vs. Huron University 10:00 a.m. Bismarck, ND
Sat., Oct. 25 Laramie Community College # 3:00 p.m. Yellowjacket Field
Home games in bold * Humboldt State Tournament % Westminster Tournament $ MSU-Billings Tournament # Exhibition
3 2003 Outlook
When asked about the upcoming season, MSU-Billings head men’s soccer coach Doug Seigle says simply, “Our goal is to make a name for ourselves.” After posting a 6-11 record last year in his first season with the Yellowjackets, Seigle recruited strength, defense and speed to make sure MSUB is respected, if not feared, on the field.
“Our defense is much stronger physically,” said Seigle. “We brought in a couple players and the players we already had on the roster matured. Defense is one area where we’re greatly improved. As long as we stay organized, we should be difficult to score against.”
While the Jackets have added muscle and intensity on the field, Seigle also believes that the goalkeeper position will be key to MSUB’s success. “Our biggest competition (for playing time) in the preseason has been at the goalkeeper position. We have a lot of keepers in camp and I think we’ll be much stronger there.”
While much of the focus has been on defense during the off season, Seigle also feels that the Yellowjackets will be a more balanced offensive team in 2003. Last year midfielder Mark Cipolla was the only player to score double-digit goals after netting 11 in 17 games. Cipolla and the team’s second-leading goal scorer, Mike Gallegos who scored six goals, are both gone. Instead of leaving a void, Seigle thinks opportunities will open for other players to get their shots.
“Last year we only had one player who scored a lot of goals for us,” remarked Seigle. “This year in the midfield we have two or three players who could score double-digit goals for the season. Robbie Timm, Thomas Pertuit and A.J. Reyes will score some goals this year. They’re creative players who have good moves with the ball.”
Schedule The Yellowjackets will find out early in the season just how much they’ve improved. They’ll play six games on their first road trip, with four of the six coming against Division II competition. MSUB will open the season at the Humboldt State Tournament in Arcata, California over Labor Day weekend, facing HSU and Cal State- Stanislaus. They were originally scheduled to play Grand Canyon as well, but the Antelopes dropped out of the tournament at the last moment. To make up for the lost game, MSUB will face Humboldt State again on Monday, September 1. The Yellowjackets will drive from Arcata to Salt Lake City for the Westminster Tournament on September 4-6 before returning to Billings.
“The big thing with our schedule,” said Seigle, “is that we start right out of the gate with six games before we even start classes. By the time we get home we’ll have six games under our belts, and we think that experience will help us later in the season. It’s somewhat of a disadvantage playing on the road, but on the other hand it gets you away from a lot of things and lets you focus on the objective.”
In 2002 the Yellowjackets played 16 of their 17 official games on the road. This season won’t be much different with 14 of 16 games being played away from the Magic City. The biggest change in the schedule might be its format. Last year the Jackets missed a lot of class time with weekly road trips. This year Seigle has worked hard to schedule road games in bunches to reduce missed class time.
“The road schedule is definitely a challenge,” he added. “It would be nice to have more home games, and we’ll keep trying to get teams to come here in the future. But we’re not going to be scared to play on the road.” 4 2003 Outlook
Goalkeepers Last season Yacine Zerizef (So., Casper, WY) and Kevin Petritz (Jr., Butte, MT) split time in goal for the Yellowjackets. Seigle lists five goalkeepers on this year’s roster and thinks the competition will help the team. An area of concern a year ago, the Jackets’ keepers might be one of the strengths this year. Jess Feldtman (So., Lander, WY) could challenge Zerizef and Petritz for the starting job even though Seigle says both returnees have worked hard in the off season to improve. Gordie Vierek (Sr., Paco, WA) and Brian Hunter (Fr., Cody, WY) will also add depth.
Midfielders The biggest improvement to the Yellowjackets’ midfield is its depth. Lucas Sanchez (Sr., Park City, UT) is back to 100 percent after recovering from an injury sustained two seasons ago. He played in 16 games in 2002. Richard Watkins (Sr., Alzada, MT) adds experience after transferring from National American. Andres Calabro (Sr., Cipolletti, Argentina), considered a great leader and fiery competitor, returns after sitting out last season. Calabro played on the tennis team last year after playing both soccer and tennis in previous years. Robbie Timm (Sr., Park City, UT) will be in his first year of college competition after once being considered a Division I caliber prospect. Thomas Pertuit (Jr., Billings, MT) worked hard in the off season and reported to camp in great condition. He is the highest returning scorer (eight points in 2002) and should provide a spark to the offense as he sees more touches this year. A.J. Reyes (Fr., Quartz Hill, CA) redshirted in 2002 and is a creative player with a lot of physical talent. Victor Sargent (Fr., Billings, MT) is a Senior HS graduate who may have played himself into a starting position during fall camp.
Forwards The forwards are less experienced than the midfielders, but add a physical presence. Jesse Spann (So., Rock Springs, WY), who played in every game last year as a true freshman, is considered one of the hardest working players on the team. He is bigger and stronger after an off season of workouts and adds versatility. Brian Palmer (Jr., Laramie, WY) didn’t get many touches last year, but has a knack for scoring goals when he gets the ball in front of the box. Dustin Kono (So., Aberdeen, SD) is a Division I transfer from University of Evansville who is the fastest player on the team. He will add speed and energy to a team that relies heavily on size and strength.
Defenders The identity of the 2003 Yellowjackets could likely stem from the defense. Seigle likes the size and strength he can put on the field and thinks that the Jackets’ physical play will force other teams out of their style. Vincent Stefano (Jr., Palmdale, CA) is the leader of the defense. He’s the strongest player on the team and will be moving back to his natural position of marking back after playing sweeper in 2002. Damian Wandler (Sr., North Platte, NE) worked hard in the off season and came into camp in the best shape of his career. Billy Dess (Sr., Great Falls, MT) has worked to recover from a broken leg and looks to be 100 percent healthy. Stefano, Wandler and Dess each played in at least 16 games in 2002. Jeff Marsich (So., Laurel, MT) transfers from Maranatha College and adds energy and strength to the defense. Patrick Boltz (So., Kaneohe, HI) has battled some injuries in the preseason, but is expected to be the defense’s anchor once the season starts. Matthew Holm (Fr., Billings, MT) is another Senior HS grad who is developing into a good college player. 5
Coaches
Doug Seigle enters his second season as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach for the Yellowjackets. Seigle, a native of Atlanta, Georgia, guided MSU-Billings to a 6- 11 record in his first season.
Seigle played college soccer at Viterbo College in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where he was a three-time NAIA All-America selection. He was a four-year starter at goalkeeper at Viterbo and still holds school records for career wins and career shutouts. As a senior, he was selected to play in the Umbro Senior Soccer Bowl. In 2002, Seigle was inducted into Viterbo’s Wall of Fame.
Since finishing college, Seigle has been coaching and playing professionally throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Seigle has played for the Tallahassee Scorpions and Tupelo Houndogs of the Eastern Indoor Soccer League as well as the Omaha Flames, Sioux City Breeze, and Atlanta Express of the United States Independent Soccer League.
For the past four years Seigle has been the assistant men’s coach at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. He has also coached and directed numerous youth camps and has been active in youth soccer programs and camps since 1987.
“Over the past twenty years, I have gained great experience with my success as both a player and coach,” said Seigle. “This has helped me prepare to run a quality collegiate soccer program. I’m confident that MSU-Billings has the potential to be that quality program.”
David Austin enters his first season as an assistant coach with the Yellowjackets after playing for MSU-Billings for four seasons. He played from 1997 to 2001, missing one season due to injury.
Austin completed his eligibility in the fall of 2001, playing in all 16 of the Yellowjackets’ games and helping the squad to a program-best 7-7-2 record. The 2001 team that posted that .500 record was also responsible for the program’s best one-season improvement, bettering the 2002 season’s 3-16 mark.
As a senior, Austin led the Yellowjackets with eight goals and was second on the team with 17 points. His 0.50 goals per game average as a senior is the fourth- best single season average in school history. He also scored eight goals in fifteen games in the 1998 season, for a 0.53 goals per game average, third-best in school history. Austin graduated as the Yellowjackets’ all- time leader for total points (45), total goals (28), and goals per game (0.56)
Austin will work with forwards and midfielders this season, sharing his offensive experience with the 2003 Yellowjackets. He will also have responsibilities with practice preparation, game preparation, and team travel. 6 Yellowjacket Profiles
Jess Feldtman is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. The sophomore goalkeeper transfers to MSU-Billings from Bethany College in Kansas where he played basketball and soccer. He earned Academic All-Conference honors as a freshman in soccer and qualified for the dean’s list with honors both semesters at Bethany. Feldtman graduated in 2001 from Lander Valley High School where he played soccer, basketball, football and ran track. As a senior he was selected first team all-conference, all-region and all- state after allowing just 0.60 goals per game. He was also an all-state basketball player and an all-conference football player, participating in state tournaments in all three sports. Jess Feldtman #0 Sophomore Lander, WY Yacine Zerizef is in his second season with the Yellowjackets as a goalkeeper. He played in 14 games for MSU-Billings as a true freshman in 2002, logging 732 minutes. Zerizef led the Yellowjackets last season with a 1.97 goals-against average after allowing just 16 goals. He posted 36 saves for a .692 save percentage. Zerizef graduated in 2001 from Kelly Walsh High School where he lettered two years in soccer. As a senior he earned first team all-conference, first team all-region and second team all-state honors after posting a 0.50 goals-against average. As a junior Zerizef helped his team to conference and regional championships and a runner-up finish at the state tournament. Yacine Zerizef #1 Sophomore Casper, WY Lucas Sanchez is in his third season with the Yellowjackets. As a junior in 2002, he played in 16 of 17 games, registering three assists and 11 shots. As a sophomore, Sanchez played in all 16 games, scoring two goals and one assist. He attended Univer- Picture not sity of Utah and Mesa Community College before coming to MSU-Billings. A 1997 available graduate of Park City High School, Sanchez lettered four times in soccer. He was a three-time all-state selection as a striker and played in four state championship games. Sanchez help PCHS to state titles in 1994 and 1995 and runner-up finishes in 1996 and 1997. Lucas Sanchez #2 Senior Park City, UT Richard Watkins is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. He transferred to MSU- Billings after playing one season at National American University. A 2000 graduate of Kickapoo High School in Springfield, Missouri, Watkins lettered in soccer three years. He helped his team to the district finals as a senior, the district semifinals as a freshman and the district quarterfinals as a junior.
Richard Watkins #3 Senior Alzada, MT 7 Yellowjacket Profiles
Jeff Marsich in in his first year with the Yellowjackets. He transfers to MSU-Billings after playing for two seasons at Maranatha College, a Division III school in Minnesota. Marsich was named to the freshman all-conference team in 2001. A 2001 graduate of Laurel High School, Marsich lettered four times in soccer, twice in basketball and twice in wrestling. He helped the Locomotives soccer team to two divisional championships and two third place finishes at the state tournament. He earned first team All-MCAA honors three times and was a two-time team captain. The Locomotives finished 11-3-2 in his senior season. Jeff Marsich #4 Sophomore Laurel, MT Andres Calabro returns to the Yellowjacket soccer team after taking the 2002 season off. He played in 11 games in 2001. Calabro is also on the Yellowjacket tennis team where he has played #1 doubles for the past two seasons. Before coming to MSU- Billings, he played soccer for two years at Mount Senario College, an NAIA school in Wisconsin. He earned all-conference honors in 1998 and was named a team captain in 1999, helping the team qualify for the NAIA national tournament. A 1992 graduate of Colegio N-17 Patagonia, Calabro played four years of rugby. His high school rugby team captured four divisional championships. Andres Calabro #5 Senior Cipolletti, Argentina Dustin Kono is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. The sophomore forward transferred to MSU-Billings from University of Evansville, an NCAA Division I school. At Evansville, Kono played in 14 of 20 games as a true freshman defender/midfielder. A 2002 graduate of Aberdeen Central High School, he lettered four years in soccer, four years in track and one year in hockey. As a senior, he was a soccer team captain and was named the team’s Most Valuable Player. He earned all-state honors after helping his team to a 7-6-6 record and a third place finish at the state tournament. Kono scored eight goals and four assists as a senior. He also helped the track team to the 2002 state Dustin Kono championship. #6 Sophomore Aberdeen, SD Robbie Thimm is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. The 2003 season will be his first season of collegiate soccer. A 1997 graduate of Park City High School, Thimm lettered in soccer four years. He was a three-time first team all-state selection and helped Park City to four state championship games. During Thimm’s career, Park City captured two state titles and finished runner-up twice.
Robbie Thimm #7 Senior Park City, UT 8 Yellowjacket Profiles
Thomas Pertuit is in his third year with the Yellowjackets as a midfielder. He has played in every game in his collegiate career, appearing in all 16 as a freshman and all 17 as a sophomore. In 2002 Pertuit scored two goals and four assists for eight points. He registered 21 shots and 10 shots on goal. As a freshman, he scored three points with three assists. Pertuit graduated in 2000 from Billings Senior High School where he played for his father, Don. He lettered three times in soccer and led the Broncs to the State AA Championship as a senior. He earned all-state honors as a senior and was named the team’s Most Valuable Player. Thomas Pertuit #9 Junior Billings, MT Andrew Reyes is in his second year at MSU-Billings after redshirting in 2002. He graduated in 2000 from Quartz Hill High School where he helped the team to three- straight Golden League Championships and back-to-back appearances in the CIF playoffs. Reyes lettered four times in soccer, two times in track and once in cross- country. He was a team captain in soccer as a junior and senior. After graduating from Quartz Hill, Reyes attended Antelope Valley College for a year and a half.
A.J. Reyes #10 Freshman Quartz Hill, CA Jesse Spann is in his second season with the Yellowjackets. He played in all 17 games for MSU-Billings last year as a true freshman, scoring two goals and five points while getting off 14 shots. Spann graduated in 2002 from Rock Springs High School where he was one of the best players in the state. As a senior, he was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for Wyoming after guiding Rock Springs to its third conference championship, a runner-up finish at the state tournament and a top-20 national ranking. Spann scored 11 goals and had 20 assists for 42 points as a senior. He was a three- time all-conference selection and a two-time all-state selection. Jesse Spann #11 Sophomore Rock Springs, WY Damian Wandler is in his fourth season as a Yellowjacket. He has established himself as one of the team’s on-field leaders from his defensive position. He played in all 17 games for the Yellowjackets as a junior in 2002, nine of 16 games as a sophomore in 2001, and 14 of 17 games as a true freshman in 2000. Wandler graduated in 1999 from North Platte High School where he lettered four times in soccer and two times in basketball. He was a three-time all-conference selection as a defender and helped the soccer team to Nebraska state quarterfinals. Damian Wandler #12 Senior North Platte, NE 9 Yellowjacket Profiles
Patrick Boltz is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. The sophomore defender attended Seattle Pacific for two years and lettered in soccer as a true freshman. A 1998 graduate of Punahou High School in Honolulu, Boltz lettered three times in soccer, four times in football and once in track. As a senior he was the Honolulu Bulletin Player of the Year and NSCAA Player of the Year as a sweeper. He also earned first team all- league, all-region and all-state honors. In three seasons, Boltz played in three state championship games, helping his team to state titles in 1996 and 1998 and a runner-up Patrick Boltz finish in 1997. #13 Sophomore Kaneohe, HI
Victor Sargent is in his first season with the Yellowjackets after graduating in 2003 from Billings Senior High School. He helped the Broncs to an unbeaten regular season last year, placing second in the Eastern Division with an 8-0-4 record. Senior lost to Flathead HS in the consolation game of the state tournament and finished with an overall record of 10-2-4. He was a team captain and earned all-state honors as a midfielder in 2002. He graduated with a 4.00 GPA and was a valedictorian at Senior HS this spring. He was also a member of Senior High’s last state championship team in 1999. Victor Sargent #14 Freshman Billings, MT Vincent Stefano is in his third season for the Yellowjackets as a defender. One of the Yellowjackets’ strongest players, Stefano played in 16 of 17 games in 2002 as a sopho- more and all 16 games as a freshman in 2001. He was named the team’s most valuable defensive player for the past two years. A native of Palmdale, he graduated in 2001 from Quartz Hill High School where he lettered two years in soccer. Stefano helped Quartz Hill to the California State Championship as a senior. In his junior season, Quartz Hill advanced to the State quarterfinals. Stefano was named the team’s best defensive player twice. Vincent Stefano #15 Junior Palmdale, CA Billy Dess is in his third season with the Yellowjackets as a defender. Dess played in 16 of 17 games for the Yellowjackets last year as a junior. He started ten games, registering one assist and four shots from his defender position. Dess played in eight of 16 games as a sophomore, also scoring one assist that season. He graduated from Charlie M. Russell High School in Great Falls in 1999 after lettering four times in soccer, once in football and once in basketball. Dess was the Rustlers’ points leader as a freshman and as a senior, scoring four goals his senior season. The Rustlers made two straight playoff appearances Billy Dess during his career. Dess also played in the Montana Olympic Development program from #16 Senior 1994 to 1999. Great Falls, MT 10 Yellowjacket Profiles
Brian Palmer is in his third season with the Yellowjackets. As a forward in 2002, Palmer played in all 17 games, starting one. He registered one assist and launched eight shots. In his freshman campaign in 2001, Palmer played in eight of 16 games, scoring four goals. His 1.00 points per game that season was third-highest on the team. Palmer is a 2001 graduate of Laramie High School where he lettered three times each in soccer, cross-country and Nordic skiing. He was Laramie’s leading scorer in 2000 and 2001, earning all-conference, all-region and all-state honors in 2001 when he scored ten goals. Laramie HS captured the Wyoming State Championship in 2000 and the Southeast Brian Palmer Conference Championship in 1999. #17 Junior Laramie, WY Matthew Holm is in his first year with the Yellowjackets. He graduated in 2003 from Billings Senior High School where he lettered two years in soccer. He earned the team’s Most Improved Player award as a junior midfielder and the team’s Hardest Worker award as a senior midfielder. As a senior, Holm scored 21 points on five goals and 11 assists. In both of his seasons with the Broncs, Senior finished in the top four at the state tournament. Holm also played on the Bozeman Apex Premier team, which achieved a top-20 regional ranking. Holm earned a Presidential Academic Award and an American Legion Academic Honors award at Senior HS. Matthew Holm #18 Freshman Billings, MT Kevin Petritz is in his third year with the Yellowjackets as a goalkeeper. He played in 14 of 17 games last season, leading the team with 797 minutes played. He allowed 26 goals for a 2.94 goals-against average. He led the Yellowjackets with 47 saves while posting a .644 save percentage. Petritz graduated from Butte High School in 2001 where he lettered three times in soccer, four times in basketball and once in football. He helped the Bulldogs to two soccer divisional berths in three seasons and earned Aca- demic All-State honors three times. Petritz was named the team’s most improved player Kevin Petritz in 1999. #22 Junior Butte, MT Gordie Vierck returns to the Yellowjackets for his second season. The last time he played was the 2001 season when he started all 16 games in goal for MSU-Billings. In 2001, Vierck played 1475 minutes, allowing 27 goals while making 93 saves. His 5.81 saves per game is third-best in Yellowjacket history, as are his 93 saves. He posted three solo shutouts in the 2001 season, a current Yellowjacket record. A 1999 graduate of Pasco High School, Vierck lettered three years in soccer. He was the team MVP as a junior and first team all-conference as a senior. Pasco captured league, district and state Gordie Vierckchampionships his senior season and was ranked #4 nationally by the NHSCA. Senior Pasco, WA 11 Yellowjacket Profiles
Brian Hunter is in his first season with the Yellowjackets. He graduated in 2003 from Cody High School where he lettered in soccer four years and in football two years. He earned honorable mention all-conference honors as a football defensive back in his senior season. As a goalkeeper, Hunter was named to the all-conference second team as a sophomore and junior and the all-region second team as a junior. In his senior year Cody HS was 6-2 in the conference for second place. A three-year starter at goalkeeper, Hunter also led CHS to one conference title. Brian Hunter Freshman Cody, WY Shaun Hansen is in his first year with the Yellowjackets. He graduated in 2003 from Cody High School where he lettered in soccer four years. He also lettered in football twice. He was a kicker, linebacker and tight end for the Cody HS football team. As a defensive center back on the soccer team, he helped the team to post a .875 goals- against average in his senior season. Cody HS captured the conference title in Hansen’s junior senior season and was runner-up in his senior season.
Shaun Hansen Freshman Cody, WY
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Biola University California State University-Stanislaus Friday, Sept. 5 at Salt Lake City, UT Thursday, Aug. 28 at Arcata, CA
Nickname: Eagles Nickname: Warriors Location: La Mirada, CA Location: Turlock, CA Enrollment: 4,200 Enrollment: 7,000 School Colors: Red and White School Colors: Red and Gold Field: Al Barbour Field Field: Warrior Soccer Field Affiliation: NAIA Affiliation: NCAA II Conference: GSAC Conference: California Collegiate Athletic Association Head Coach: Bryan Kuderman Head Coach: Eric Milo Soccer Phone: 562-944-0351 x5965 Soccer Phone: 209-667-3802 Athletic Director: Dr. Dave Holmquist Athletic Director: Milton Richards Athletics Phone: 562-944-0351 Athletics Phone: 209-667-3566 Sports Info. Director: Den Carlson Sports Info. Director: Hung P Tsai SID Phone: 562-903-4889 SID Phone: 209-667-3168 SID Fax: 570-903-4890 SID Fax: 209-667-3084 Website: www.biola.edu/eaglesports Website: www.csustan.edu/athletics 2002 Record: 15-6-1 2002 Record: 5-14-0 Last Meeting: First Last Meeting: CSUS 2, MSUB 1 (2OT), 9/29/01 Series Record: 0-0-0 Series Record: 0-1-0
Colorado Christian University University of Colorado-CO Springs Thursday, Sept. 4 at Salt Lake City, UT Saturday, Sept. 27 at Colorado Springs, CO
Nickname: Cougars Nickname: Mountain Lions Location: Lakewood, CO Location: Colorado Springs, CO Enrollment: 2,700 Enrollment: 7,200 School Colors: Blue, White, and Gold School Colors: Black and Gold Field: C.C.U. Soccer Field Field: 4-Diamonds Sports Complex Affiliation: NCAA II Affiliation: NCAA II Conference: Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Conference: Rocky Mountain Athletic Head Coach: Gary Evans Head Coach: Flavio Mazzetti Soccer Phone: 303-963-3186 Soccer Phone: 719-262-3575 Athletic Director: Lisa Parker Athletic Director: Randy Cubero Athletics Phone: 303-963-3187 Athletics Phone: 719-262-3075 Sports Info. Director: Aimee Davisson Sports Info. Director: Doug Fitzgerald SID Phone: 303-963-3185 SID Phone: 719-262-3003 SID Fax: 303-238-1217 SID Fax: 719-262-3029 Website: www.ccu.edu Website: www.uccs.edu/athletics 2002 Results: L 3-1 (at Colorado Christian) 2002 Record: 7-10-0 Series Record: 1-1-0 2002 Results: MSUB 3, UCCS 1, 8/30/02 at Salt Lake Series Record: 1-1-5
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Humboldt State University Huron University Friday, Aug. 29 at Arcata, CA Saturday, Oct. 18 at Bismarck, ND Monday, Sept. 1 at Arcata, CA Nickname: Screaming Eagles Nickname: Lumberjacks Location: Huron, SD Location: Arcata, CA Enrollment: 650 Enrollment: 7,000 School Colors: Burgundy, Silver, and Grey School Colors: Green and Gold Field: Tiger Stadium Field: Redwood Bowl Affiliation: Affiliation: NCAA II Conference: DAC 10 Conference: GNAC Head Coach: Brad Smith Head Coach: Alan Exley Soccer Phone: Soccer Phone: 707-826-5941 Athletic Director: Garney Henley Athletic Director: Dan Collen Athletics Phone: 605-352-8721 Athletics Phone: 707-826-6011 Sports Info. Director: Sports Info. Director: Dan Pambianco SID Phone: SID Phone: 707-826-3631 SID Fax: SID Fax: 707-826-5446 Website: www.huron.edu Website: www.hsujacks.com Last Meeting: First 2002 Results: MSUB 0, Humboldt 1, 10/13/02 at Nampa, ID Series Record: 0-0-0 Series Record: 0-4-1
University of Mary Morningside University Friday, Sept. 12 at Bismarck, ND Saturday, Sept. 13 at Bismarck, ND Saturday, Oct. 4 at Yellowjacket Field Nickname: Mustangs Nickname: Marauders Location: Sioux City, IA Location: Bismarck, ND Enrollment: 1,100 Enrollment: 2,003 School Colors: Maroon and White School Colors: Royal Blue and Orange Field: Dible Soccer Complex Field: Hegeholz Field Affiliation: NAIA Affiliation: NAIA Conference: Great Plains Athletic Conference: DAC 10 Head Coach: Tom Maxon Head Coach: Donovan Gibson Soccer Phone: 712-274-5343 Soccer Phone: Athletic Director: Jerry Schmutte Athletic Director: Al Bortke Athletics Phone: 712-274-5192 Athletics Phone: 701-255-7500 Sports Info. Director: Dave Rebstock Sports Info. Director: Heidi Bale SID Phone: 712-274-5127 SID Phone: 701-255-7500 SID Fax: 712-274-5578 SID Fax: 701-255-7687 Website: www.morningside.edu Website: www.umary.edu 2002 Record: 14-6 2002 Results: MSUB 1, UM 0, 9/26/02 at MSUB Last Meeting: MSUB 13, MU 0, 10/20/01 at Rapid City MSUB 0, UM 1, 11/1/02 at Mary Series Record: 1-0-0 Series Record: 5-5-0
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Regis University Seattle Pacific University Friday, Sept. 26 at Denver, CO Friday, Sept. 19 at Seattle, WA
Nickname: Rangers Nickname: Falcons Location: Denver, CO Location: Seattle, WA Enrollment: 1,100 Enrollment: 3,615 School Colors: Navy Blue and Gold School Colors: Maroon and White Field: Regis Field Field: Interbay Stadium Affiliation: NCAA II Affiliation: NCAA II Conference: Rocky Mountain Conference: Great Northwest Head Coach: Matt McDowell Head Coach: Cliff McCrath Soccer Phone: 303-458-4359 Soccer Phone: 206-281-2968 Athletic Director: Barbara Schroeder Athletic Director: Tom Box Athletics Phone: 303-458-4070 Athletics Phone: 206-281-2085 Sports Info. Director: Jeff Duggan Sports Info. Director: Frank Mac Donald SID Phone: 303-458-4052 SID Phone: 206-281-2741 SID Fax: 303-964-3539 SID Fax: 206-281-2266 Website: www.regis.edu/athletics Website: www.spu.edu/depts/athletics 2002 Record: 9-8-1 2002 Record: 11-6-2 2002 Results: MSUB 0, Regis 4 , 10/18/02 at Regis 2002 Results: MSUB 0, SPU 3, 10/7/02 at Seattle Series Record: 0-3-0 Series Record: 0-3-0
Seattle University Sunday, Sept. 21 at Seattle, WA
Nickname: Redhawks Location: Seattle, WA Enrollment: 6,100 School Colors: Scarlet and White Field: Soccer Field Affiliation: NCAA II Conference: Great Northwest Head Coach: Peter Fewing Soccer Phone: 202-296-5498 Athletic Director: Dr. Nancy Gerou Athletics Phone: 206-296-6400 Sports Info. Director: Jason Lichtenberger SID Phone: 206-296-5915 SID Fax: 206-296-2154 Website: www.seattleu.edu/student/us 2002 Results: MSUB 2, Seattle 5, 10/5/02 at Seattle Series Record: 0-2-0
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Western Washington University Westminster College Monday, Sept. 22 at Bellingham, WA Saturday, Sept. 6 at Salt Lake City, UT Sunday, Oct. 5 at Yellowjacket Field Nickname: Vikings Location: Bellingham, WA Nickname: Griffins Enrollment: 12,300 Location: Salt Lake City, UT School Colors: Black, Slate Bule, and White Enrollment: 2,500 Field: Bellingham’s Civic Stadium School Colors: Purple and Gold Affiliation: NCAA II Field: Soccer Field Conference: GNAC Affiliation: NAIA Head Coach: Travis Connell Conference: Frontier Conference Soccer Phone: 360-650-3413 Head Coach: Chris Dorach Athletic Director: Lynda Goodrich Soccer Phone: 801-832-2337 Athletics Phone: 360-350-3109 Athletic Director: Tommy Connor Sports Info. Director: Paul Madison Athletics Phone: 435-832-2336 SID Phone: 360-650-3108 Sports Info. Director: Daron Park SID Fax: 360-650-3495 SID Phone: 435-832-2335 Website: www.wwu.edu SID Fax: 801-474-2511 2002 Record: 15-4-1 Website: www.westminstercollege.edu Last Meeting: MSUB 0, WWU 2, 9/28/02 at Bellingham 2002 Record: 9-11 Series Record: 0-5-0 2002 Results: MSUB 1, WC 3, 9/19/03 at Nampa, ID Series Record: 1-5-
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Team Season Leaders in bold blue Offensive Statistics Name GP GS G A Pts Sh Sh% SOG SOG% PK-Att Lucas Sanchez 16 12 0 3 3 11 .000 3 .273 0-0 Sam Hartpence 3 0 0 0 0 0 .000 0 .000 0-0 Joe Ferguson 17 12 3 0 6 14 .214 6 .429 0-0 Mark Cipolla 17 14 11 2 24 61 .180 24 .393 2-2 Tyler Garrett 17 9 1 0 2 9 .111 4 .444 0-0 Thomas Pertuit 17 14 2 4 8 21 .095 10 .476 0-0 Jesse Spann 17 9 2 1 5 14 .143 6 .429 0-0 Damien Wandler 17 11 0 0 0 1 .000 1 1.000 0-0 Aaron Wandler 14 3 0 0 0 1 .000 0 .000 0-0 Mike Gallegos 17 14 6 3 15 11 .545 8 .727 0-0 Vincent Stefano 16 12 0 0 0 0 .000 0 .000 0-0 Billy Dess 16 10 0 1 1 4 .000 0 .000 0-0 Brian Palmer 17 1 0 1 1 8 .000 0 .000 0-0 Kyle Bales 17 14 3 0 6 10 .300 3 .300 0-0 Hugh Kinnear 17 4 0 3 3 4 .000 1 .250 0-0 Cory Dunning 1 0 0 0 0 0 .000 0 0 0-0 Colby Ankeney 1 0 0 0 0 0 .000 0 .000 0-0 Team 17 28 18 74 169 .166 66 .391 2-2 Opponents 17 43 31 117 246 .175 99 .402 2-2 Goalkeeper Statistics Name GP GS Min GA Avg Saves Pct Kevin Petritz 14 9 797 26 2.94 47 .644 Yacine Zerizef 13 8 732 16 1.97 36 .692 Team 17 1530 42 2.47 86 .672 Opponents 17 1530 19 1.65 52 .732 17 2002 Results
Date Opponent Result Goals Scored Assists Aug. 30 Colorado-CO Springs W, 3-1 Tyler Garrett Mike Gallegos Kyle Bales Aug. 31 Concordia-Irvine L, 0-3 Sept. 1 Westminster College L, 2-5 Thomas Pertuit Jesse Spann Sept. 5 Whitman College L, 3-4 Mark Cipolla Mark Cipolla Mark Cipolla Lucas Sanchez Sept. 7 Whitworth College L, 0-3 Sept. 19 Westminster College W, 3-1 Joe Ferguson Mark Cipolla Mark Cipolla Mike Gallegos Mike Gallegos Thomas Pertuit Setp. 20 Northwest Nazarene W, 5-1 Mark Cipolla Mike Gallegos Mark Cipolla Thomas Pertuit Mark Cipolla Billy Dess Mike Gallegos Lucas Sanchez Jesse Spann Lucas Sanchez Sept. 26 MARY W, 1-0 Mark Cipolla Brian Palmer Sept. 28 Western Washington L, 0-2 Sept. 29 Simon Fraser L, 2-7 Thomas Pertuit Mark Cipolla Oct. 5 Seattle L, 2-5 Joe Ferguson Lucas Sanchez Mike Gallegos Mark Cipolla Oct. 7 Seattle Pacific L, 0-3 Oct. 12 Northwest Nazarene W, 3-0 Kyle Bales Mike Gallegos Hugh Kinnear Joe Ferguson Jesse Spann Oct. 13 Humboldt State L, 0-1 Oct. 18 Regis L, 0-4 Oct. 20 Colorado Christian W, 3-1 Mike Gallegos Thomas Pertuit Mark Cipolla Mike Gallegos Kyle Bales Hugh Kinnear Nov. 1 Mary L, 0-1 18
Individual Game Records
POINTS No. Player, Opponent ...... Date 8 Brian Palmer vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 6 Mark Cipolla vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 20, 2002 6 Mark Cipolla vs. Whitman ...... Sept. 5, 2002 5 Lucas Sanchez vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 5 Mark Cipolla vs. CSU-Monterey Bay ...... Sept. 30, 2001 5 Dave Austin vs. CSU-Maritime ...... Sept. 21, 2001 4 Dave Austin vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 4 Mark Cipolla vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 4 Dave Austin vs. National American ...... Oct. 7, 2001 4 Chris Newton vs. CSU-Maritime ...... Sept. 21, 2001 4 Mike Gallegos, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Oct. 20, 2000 4 Adnan Smajlovic, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Oct. 20, 2000 4 Dave Austin, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Aug. 28, 1999 4 Dave Austin, vs. U.S. International ...... Aug. 1998 4 Chris Newton vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 22, 2001
GOALS No. Player, Opponent ...... Date 4 Brian Palmer, vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 3 Mark Cipolla vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 20, 2002 3 Mark Cipolla vs. Whitman ...... Sept. 5, 2002 2 Dave Austin vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 2 Mark Cipolla vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 2 Lucas Sanchez vs. Morningside ...... Oct. 20, 2001 2 Dave Austin vs. National American ...... Oct. 7, 2001 2 Mark Cipolla vs. CSU-Monterey Bay ...... Sept. 30, 2001 2 Chris Newton vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 22, 2001 2 Dave Austin vs. CSU-Maritime ...... Sept. 21, 2001 2 Mike Gallegos, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Oct. 20, 2000 2 Adnan Smajlovic, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Oct. 20, 2000 2 Dave Austin, vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Aug. 28, 1999 2 Dave Austin, vs. U.S. International ...... Aug. 1998
ASSISTS No. Player, Opponent ...... Date 2 Lucas Sanchez vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 20, 2002 2 Thomas Pertuit vs. Northwest Nazarene ...... Sept. 20, 2002 2 Chris Newton vs. CSU-Maritime ...... Sept. 21, 2001
SAVES No. Player, Opponent ...... Date 19 Jacob Shepherd, vs. Colorado Mines ...... Aug. 26, 2000 18 Paul Corcoran, vs. National American ...... Oct. 21, 1999 14 Kyle Bales, vs. Simon Fraser ...... Oct. 1, 2000 13 Paul Corcoran, vs. Simon Fraser ...... Oct. 16, 1999 12 Jacob Shepherd, vs. Seattle ...... Oct. 28, 2000 12 Jacob Shepherd, vs. Metro State ...... Aug. 25, 2000 12 Dave Thorvilson, vs. Metro State ...... Oct. 25, 1998 12 Dave Thorvilson, vs. Gonzaga ...... Oct. 2, 1998 11 Gordie Vierck vs. Westminster ...... Sept. 20, 2001 10 Gordie Vierck vs. Whitworth ...... Sept. 14, 2001 10 Gordie Vierk vs. Metro State ...... Aug. 26, 2001 19 Individual Season Records
POINTS Player ...... Year Games Goals Assists Points Mark Cipolla ...... 2002 17 11 2 24 Dave Austin ...... 2001 16 8 3 19 Dave Austin ...... 1998 15 8 2 18 Mark Cipolla ...... 2001 14 8 1 17 Chris Newton ...... 2001 16 6 4 16 Mike Gallegos ...... 2002 17 6 3 15 Mike Gallegos ...... 2000 19 5 4 14 Adnan Smajlovic ...... 2000 18 6 2 14 Kyle Bales ...... 2001 16 6 1 13 Chris Newton ...... 2000 18 5 1 11
GOALS Player ...... Year Games Goals Mark Cipolla ...... 2002 17 11 Dave Austin ...... 2001 16 8 Dave Austin ...... 1998 15 8 Mark Cipolla ...... 2001 14 8 Kyle Bales ...... 2001 16 6 Chris Newton ...... 2001 16 6 Mike Gallegos ...... 2002 17 6 Adnan Smajlovic ...... 2000 18 6 Chris Newton ...... 2000 18 5 Mike Gallegos ...... 2000 19 5
ASSISTS Player ...... Year Games Assists Thomas Pertuit ...... 2002 17 4 Chris Newton ...... 2001 16 4 Mike Gallegos ...... 2000 19 4 Chris Jacky ...... 2000 18 4 Mike Gallegos ...... 2002 17 3 Hugh Kinnear ...... 2002 17 3 Lucas Sanchez ...... 2002 16 3 Dave Austin ...... 2001 16 3 Thomas Pertuit ...... 2001 16 3 Jesse Goff ...... 1999 14 3
SAVES Player ...... Year Games Saves Jacob Shepherd ...... 2000 18 129 Paul Corcoran ...... 1999 15 111 Gordie Vierck ...... 2001 16 93 Dave Thorvilson ...... 1998 13 74 Kevin Petritz ...... 2002 14 47 Yacine Zerizef ...... 2002 13 36
20 Individual Career Records
POINTS Player ...... Years Games Points Dave Austin ...... 1997-01 50 45 Mark Cipolla ...... 2001-02 33 41 Chris Newton ...... 1998-01 60 33 Mike Gallegos ...... 2000-02 40 31 Adnan Smajlovic ...... 1998-00 41 24 Joey Murphy ...... 1996-99 29 10
GOALS Player ...... Years Games Goals Dave Austin ...... 1997-01 50 28 Mark Cipolla ...... 2001-02 33 19 Chris Newton ...... 1998-01 61 14 Mike Gallegos ...... 2000-02 40 12 Adnan Smajlovic ...... 1998-00 41 10
ASSISTS Player ...... Years Games Assists Mike Gallegos ...... 2000-02 40 7 Dave Austin ...... 1998-01 50 5 Chris Newton ...... 1998-01 60 5 Chris Jacky ...... 1999-00 32 4 Adnan Smajlovic ...... 1998-00 41 4 Mark Cipolla ...... 2001-02 33 3 Jesse Goff ...... 1999 14 3
SAVES Player ...... Years Games Saves Paul Corcoran ...... 1998-99 22 133 Jacob Shepherd ...... 2000 18 129 Gordie Vierck ...... 2001 16 93 Dave Thorvilson ...... 1996-98 13 74 Kevin Petritz ...... 2002 14 47 Yacine Zerizef ...... 2002 13 36
GOALS AGAINST AVERAGE Player ...... Years GA Min. GAA. Gordie Vierck ...... 2001 16 1475 1.02 Yacine Zerizef ...... 2002 16 732 1.97 Dave Thorvilson ...... 1996-98 34 1108 2.76 Kevin Petritz ...... 2002 26 797 2.93 Paul Corcoran ...... 1998-99 67 1830 3.30 Jacob Shepherd ...... 2000 61 1629 3.37
21 Team Game Records
POINTS No...... Opponent Date 29 ...... Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 17 ...... Northwest Nazarene Sept. 20, 2002 14 ...... Northwest Nazarene Oct. 20, 2000 13 ...... CSU-Maritime Sept. 21, 2001 9 ...... Colorado Christian Oct. 20, 2002 9 ...... Westminster Sept. 19, 2002 9 ...... Penn State-Behrend Oct. 6, 2000 9 ...... College of Notre Dame Sept. 1998
GOALS No...... Opponent Date 13 ...... Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 5 ...... Northwest Nazarene Oct. 20, 2002 5 ...... CSU-Maritime Sept. 21, 2001 5 ...... Northwest Nazarene Oct. 20, 2000 3 ...... Colorado Christian Oct. 20, 2002 3 ...... Northwest Nazarene Oct. 12, 2002 3 ...... Westminster Sept. 19, 2002 3 ...... Whitman Sept. 5, 2002 3 ...... Colorado-Colorado Springs Aug. 30, 2002 3 ...... National American Oct. 28, 2001 3 ...... CSU-Monterey Bay Sept. 30, 2001 3 ...... Northwest Nazarene Sept. 22, 2001 3 ...... Penn State-Behrend Oct. 6, 2000 3 ...... Concordia (NE) Sept. 2, 2000 3 ...... Mary Sept. 27, 1998 3 ...... Sioux Falls Sept. 1998 3 ...... College of Notre Dame Sept. 1998 3 ...... U.S. International Aug. 1998
ASSISTS No...... Opponent Date 5 ...... Northwest Nazarene Sept. 20, 2002 4 ...... Northwest Nazarene Oct. 20, 2000 3 ...... Colorado Christian Oct. 20, 2002 3 ...... Westminster Sept. 19, 2002 3 ...... Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 3 ...... CSU-Maritime Sept. 21, 2001 3 ...... Penn State-Behrend Oct. 6, 2000 3 ...... College of Notre Dame Sept. 1998
SAVES No...... Opponent Date 19 ...... Colorado Mines Aug. 26, 2000 18 ...... National American Oct. 21, 1999 16 ...... Metro State Oct. 25, 1998 14 ...... Simon Fraser Oct. 1, 2000 13 ...... Metro State Aug. 25, 2000 13 ...... Simon Fraser Oct. 16, 1999 13 ...... Mary Sept. 20, 1998 11 ...... Westminster Sept. 20, 2001 22 Team Season Records
TEAM SCORING AVERAGE Year ...... Games No. Avg. 2001 ...... 16 39 2.44 2002 ...... 17 28 1.65 2000 ...... 19 22 1.16 1998 ...... 15 17 1.13 1999 ...... 16 11 0.69
GOALS Year ...... Games Goals 2001 ...... 16 39 2002 ...... 17 28 2000 ...... 19 22 1998 ...... 15 17 1999 ...... 16 11
TEAM DEFENSE Year ...... GA Minutes GAA. 2001 ...... 31 1.94 2002 ...... 42 1530 2.47 1998 ...... 43 1158 3.34 2000 ...... 69 1730:24 3.59 1999 ...... 58 1380 3.78
SAVES PER GAME Year ...... Games Number Avg. 2000 ...... 19 144 7.58 1999 ...... 16 111 6.94 1998 ...... 15 96 6.40 2001 ...... 16 95 5.94 2002 ...... 17 86 5.06
SAVES Year ...... Games Number 2000 ...... 19 144 1999 ...... 16 111 1998 ...... 15 96 2001 ...... 16 95 2002 ...... 17 86
SHUTOUT PERCENTAGE Year ...... Games Number Pct. 2001 ...... 16 3 0.19 2002 ...... 17 2 0.12 1999 ...... 16 1 0.06 2000 ...... 19 1 0.05
SHUTOUTS Year ...... Games Shutouts 2001 ...... 16 3 2002 ...... 17 2 1999 ...... 16 1 2000 ...... 19 1 23 Miscellaneous Records
FASTEST GOAL FROM START OF GAME Time ...... Player Opponent Date 2:00 ...... Dave Austin Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 3:00 ...... Mark Cipolla Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 5:00 ...... Chris Newton Concordia (NE) Sept. 2, 2000 6:25 ...... Adnan Smajlovic Northwest Nazarene Oct. 20, 2000 7:53 ...... Chris Newton Whitman Sept. 16, 2001 7:54 ...... Kyle Bales National American Oct. 28, 2001 8:48 ...... Mike Gallegos Colorado College Oct. 5, 2000
FASTEST CONSECUTIVE GOALS Time ...... Players Opponent Date 0:24 ...... Mark Cipolla Whitman Sept. 5, 2002 ...... Mark Cipolla 0:27 ...... Joe Ferguson Seattle University Oct. 5, 2002 ...... Mike Gallegos 1:00 ...... Dave Austin Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 ...... Mark Cipolla 1:00 ...... Brian Palmer Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 ...... Lucas Sanchez 1:04 ...... Mark Cipolla Northwest Nazarene Sept. 20, 2002 ...... Mark Cipolla 2:00 ...... Brian Palmer Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 ...... Brian Palmer 3:00 ...... Jeff Short Morningside Oct. 20, 2001 ...... Brian Palmer 4:00 ...... Mark Cipolla CSU-Maritime Sept. 21, 2001 ...... Dave Austin 4:05 ...... Mark Cipolla Whitman Sept. 5, 2002 ...... Mark Cipolla 5:00 ...... Mike Gallegos Penn State-Behrend Oct. 6, 2000 ...... Kyle Bales
CONSECUTIVE GAMES WITH AT LEAST ONE GOAL No...... Player From To 3 ...... Mark Cipolla Sept. 19, 2002 Sept. 26, 2002 2 ...... Mike Gallegos Sept. 19, 2002 Sept. 20, 2002 2 ...... Chris Newton Oct. 20, 2001 Oct. 26, 2001 2 ...... Kyle Bales Oct. 26, 2001 Oct. 28, 2001 2 ...... Chris Newton Sept. 21, 2001 Sept. 22, 2001 2 ...... Mike Gallegos Oct. 5, 2000 Oct. 6, 2000 2 ...... Dave Austin Sept. 19, 1998 Sept. 20, 1998
CONSECUTIVE SHUTOUT MINUTES No...... Player From To 220:20 ...... Yacine Zerizef Sept. 19, 2002 Sept. 28, 2002 161:51 ...... Gordie Vierck Sept. 3, 2001 Sept. 14, 2001 142:30 ...... Gordie Vierck Sept. 21, 2001 Sept. 23, 2001 140:50 ...... Gordie Vierck Oct. 14, 2001 Oct. 28, 2001 127:23 ...... Kevin Petritz Oct. 7, 2002 Oct. 13, 2002 115:23 ...... Yacine Zerizef Oct. 18, 2002 Nov. 1, 2002 24 All-Time Series Records
Opponent #Gm Won-Lost 1st Meeting Last Meeting CALIFORNIA (3-6-1) Cal State-Maritime 1 1-0-0 September 21, 2001 September 21, 2001 Cal State-Monterey Bay 1 1-0-0 September 30, 2001 September 30, 2001 Cal State-Stanislaus 1 0-1-0 September 29, 2001 September 29, 2001 College of Notre Dame 1 1-0-0 August 30, 1998 August 30, 1998 Concordia-Irvine 1 0-1-0 August 31, 2002 August 31, 2002 Humboldt State 5 0-4-1 September 14, 1998 October 13, 2002
CANADA (0-5-0) Simon Fraser 5 0-5-0 September 12, 1998 September 29, 2002
COLORADO (1-21-0) Colorado Christian 3 1-1-0 September 26, 1996 October 20, 2002 Colorado College 1 0-1-0 October 5, 2000 October 5, 2000 Colorado School of Mines2 0-2-0 August 30, 1999 August 28, 2000 Metro State 4 0-4-0 September 25, 1998 August 26, 2001 Regis 3 0-3-0 September 12, 1999 October 18, 2002 Southern Colorado 3 0-3-0 September 5, 1997 September 10, 1999 Colorado 1 N/A September 25, 1996 September 25, 1996 UC-Colorado Springs 7 0-7-0 September 7, 1997 August 30, 2002
HAWAII (1-2-0) BYU-Hawaii 1 1-0-0 November 6, 2000 November 6, 2000 Hawaii Pacific 2 0-2-0 September 13, 1998 November 4, 2000
IDAHO (5-3-0) Northwest Nazarene 7 5-2-0 September 25, 1997 October 12, 2002 Albertson College 1 0-1-0 September 26, 1997 September 26, 1997
25 All-Time Series Records
Opponent #Gm Won-Lost 1st Meeting Last Meeting Iowa (1-0-0) Morningside College 1 1-0-0 October 20, 2001 October 20, 2001
KANSAS (1-0-0) Ottowa of Kansas 1 1-0-0 September 21, 1996 September 21, 1996
NEBRASKA (1-1-0) Bellevue College 1 1-0-0 October 18, 1997 October 18, 1997 Concordia 1 0-1-0 September 2, 2000 September 2, 2000
NORTH DAKOTA (5-5-0) Mary 11 5-5-0 October 26, 1996 November 1, 2002
PENNSYLVANIA (1-0-0) Penn State-Erie Behrend 1 1-0-0 October 6, 2000 October 6, 2000
SOUTH DAKOTA (3-4-1) NC/USI/NAU 7 2-4-0 September 22, 1996 October 28, 2001 Sioux Falls 2 1-0-1 September 22, 1998 October 22, 1999
UTAH (1-5-0) Westminster 6 1-5-0 September 27, 1997 September 19, 2002
WASHINGTON (1-17-0) Gonzaga 2 0-2-0 October 2, 1998 October 2, 1999 Seattle 2 0-2-0 October 28, 2000 October 5, 2002 Seattle Pacific 3 0-3-0 October 18, 1999 October 7, 2002 Western Washington 3 0-5-0 September 11, 1998 September 28, 2002 Whitman College 2 1-1-0 September 16, 2001 September 5, 2002 Whitworth College 4 0-4-0 September 17, 1999 September 7, 2002 26 About MSU-Billings
At Montana State University – Billings one-on-one relationships with your faculty, staff, and classmates will make the difference. Your academic experience will be highly personalized, from your first campus visit to your last classroom discussion. In addition to receiving quality instruction, real-world experiences such as group projects, practicums, internships, and cooperative education programs will prepare you for your chosen career.
Our commitment to access and excellence begins in the classroom and extends well beyond the boundaries of our campus. Access √ Learn in small classes taught by professors at the top of their field √ Take classes online, in the evening, or in accelerated formats √ Receive help funding your college education through financial aid and scholarships √ Take advantage of the accommodating hours at Evening Student Services √ Visit one-on-one with an Academic Advisor to develop a plan of study √ Seek assistance from professional tutors in the Academic Support Center Excellence √ Learn from faculty members who will challenge and prepare you for the real world √ Receive assistance from staff members who are friendly, helpful, and committed to your academic success √ Access facilities that are consistently updated and improved to make an excellent environment for learning √ Explore services that provide opportunities to discover new possibilities MSU-Billings At A Glance √ Located in Montana’s largest city √ Over 100 programs of study √ 4,300 students enrolled √ 84% of faculty hold the highest degree in their field √ 85% of students receive financial assistance √ Compete in NCAA Division II Athletics √ Average class size of 25 √ 112-acre campus √ Over 50 chartered student organizations What our students say: My favorite thing about college is the sense of community you develop over the course of your first year and beyond. I really like how the professors are easy to talk to and are willing to help you out in any way they can. -Adam, Biology major from Hardin, Montana I never thought I would know so many people, and they aren’t just acquaintances. We know all about each other. -Amy, Elementary Education major from Big Timber, Montana
My favorite part of Billings is all of the great shopping and all of the fun things that most other towns in Montana do not have to offer. -Kyle, Elementary Education major from Fort Shaw, Montana 27 About MSUB Athletics
Montana State University-Billings is an NCAA Division II member sponsoring twelve varsity sports, seven for women and five for men, plus co-ed cheerleading. The mission of MSU-Billings Athletics is to provide opportunities for student-athletes that are high in both quantity and quality. By offering a variety of teams for men and women as well as a broad range of academic programs, Yellowjacket Athletics has continued to grow in recent years.
Fall Sports
The men’s soccer team faced a grueling road schedule in 2002, playing 16 of its 17 contests outside of Montana. The Yellowjackets finished the season with a 6-11 highlighted by winning their first tournament at the Northwest Nazarene Invitational. Doug Seigle will enter his second year at the helm of the Jackets in 2003 with a team that he believes will be one of the strongest defensive squads in the region. Seigle has added a balanced mix of transfers and high school players to a talented group of returnees.
The Lady Jacket soccer team is in the midst of rebuilding after winning just twice in 16 games last season. The Yellowjackets played with a short roster for much of the year, sometimes suiting up only 13 players. Second year coach Don Trentham has added depth and speed with one of the program’s largest-ever recruiting classes. With a strong home schedule that includes nine games at Yellowjacket Field, 2003 could be turning point for the women’s soccer program at MSU-Billings.
The Yellowjacket volleyball team posted a 9-18 record in one of the most competitive conferences in NCAA II. The Jackets played four matches against eventual national champions in 2002, including three against NCAA II National Champion BYU-Hawaii and NAIA National Champion National American. The season was highlighted by a 3-2 victory at Hawaii-Hilo after trailing 2-0. Coach Pa’ulasi Matavao will boast the longest tenure of any Yellowjacket volleyball coach when he finishes his fourth season in 2003. He also needs just five more victories to become the winningest coach in Yellowjacket history.
The women’s cross-country team posted the highest team GPA among NCAA II teams for the third straight year in 2002-2003. They have now been on the Cross Country Coaches Association All- Academic list for eight years running. The Lady Jackets placed 16th at the West Regional Meet, led by Ellen Swogger’s 47th place finish. Chelsea Lynnes wasn’t far behind in 59th place and both runners return this year.
The men’s cross-country team had as many as nine runners just a month before the season. By the end of the season, the Jackets were down to three runners and were unable to compete as a team. Freshman Brian Fosjord finished 90th at the Regional for the Jackets’ highest individual place. Coach Dave Coppock has a 2003 recruiting class that will put the Yellowjackets back into team competition. 28 About MSUB Athletics
Winter Sports
The men’s basketball team ran into one hurdle after another in defending their PacWest Championship last season. Although they finished second in the nation for scoring and three- pointers, the Jackets were so severely depleted by injuries and illnesses by midseason that they finished the season with only eight healthy players. Returning from injury for the 2003-2004 season will be leading scorer Jerett Skrifvars and assist leader Dave Carse. Coach Craig Carse has bolstered the roster with several transfers during the off-season and will be looking to return to the NCAA Tournament.
The Lady Yellowjacket basketball team qualified for the West Regional for the second straight year after posting a 20-6 regular season record. They earned the region’s No. 3 seed and defeated Central Washington in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The Jackets lost to No. 1-ranked Seattle Pacific in the regional semifinals. MSUB will have to rebuild in 2003-2004 after graduating one of the program’s best recruiting classes of all time.
Spring Sports
The MSU-Billings softball team was one of the most improved teams in the Pacific West Conference, posting a 15-20 overall record in just its third year of competition. Coach Jeff Aumend’s squad notched program-bests in several statistical categories including batting average (.271) and runs scored (136). The Lady Jackets’ conference season was highlighted when they took three of four games from second place Hawaii-Hilo at the end of the season. MSUB returns a solid core of starters for the 2004 season, most of whom will be sophomores and juniors.
The men’s and women’s tennis teams hosted the second annual Pacific West Conference Tennis Championships in 2003, with each team placing fifth. The Yellowjackets, who traveled to Hawaii for last year’s championships, hosted the four Hawaii schools and Western New Mexico. Billings tennis fans were able to enjoy watching top-notch tennis as well as the eventual men’s and women’s national champions. MSUB will return to Hawaii for the 2004 PacWest Championships.
Men’s and women’s golf made its debut at MSU-Billings in the 2002-2003 school year, increasing the number of varsity sports sponsored at the school to 12. Dave Doherty, who is also the head golf professional at Pryor Creek Golf Club, guided eight men’s and five women’s players through their first season. The men’s team closed the season with an impressive fifth place finish at the competitive Regis Invitational. Doherty expects big improvement from both squads after having a full year to recruit.
29 MSUB Athletic Training
Pat Hughes enters his second full year as the Yellowjackets’ head athletic trainer after serving as an assistant trainer for three years at MSU-Billings. A native of North Vernon, Indiana, Hughes graduated in 1997 from Purdue University where he worked with all of the Boilermakers’ sports teams, including the football team that featured Drew Brees. After graduating, he spent a year as an assistant trainer at Indiana Wesleyan University before moving to Billings. He served as assistant trainer for the Yellowjackets for three years under Todd Hull before taking over the head trainer duties in 2001. As a member of the Orthopedic Surgeons Sports Medicine Team, Hughes services all twelve varsity sports at MSU-Billings. Included in his sport medicine experience are game coverage for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Minnesota Timberwolves and event coverage for the Pro Bull Riders Tour. Hughes currently lives in Billings with his wife Danielle.
Dr. James Elliott is the team doctor for Yellowjacket Athletics. Board certified in orthopedic surgery with fellowships in foot and ankle sports medi- cine, Dr. Elliott is the primary physician for a majority of the orthopedic surgeries and treatments received by Yellowjacket student-athletes. Dr. Elliott in conjunction with Orthopedic Surgeons of Billings provides MSU-Billings with its entire sports medicine staff, including the head trainer, assistant trainer and team doctor. In addition to his duties with Yellowjacket Athletics, Dr. Elliott is also the team doctor for the Billings Mustangs, a Class A minor league affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds that operates during the summer. Dr. Elliott received his undergraduate degree from Carroll College in Helena. He then went on to graduate from the University of Washington School of Medicine WAMI program and performed his residency at the University of Chicago Department of Orthopedics. Dr. Elliott is now affiliated with Orthopedic Surgeons, PSC, and specializes in sports related trauma injuries.
A newcomer to Montana, John Townsend is taking over the responsibilities of the graduate assistant athletics trainer for the Yellowjackets. Townsend comes to MSU-Billings after receiving his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Central Florida in Orlando where he graduated with honors. While in Orlando, he worked in a variety of athletic training settings, from inner-city high schools to NCAA Division I football teams. Townsend was a member of the medical team for many large events such as the Walt Disney World Marathon and the Rotary Gridiron Classic college football all- star game. He plans to spend the next two years in Billings working with the Yellowjacket athletes while pursuing a Master of Education in Interdisciplinary Studies. 30 Administration
Dr. Ronald P. Sexton was named Acting Chancellor at MSU-Billings in July 1994 and appointed Chancellor in March 1995 following an extensive nation- wide search. Dr. Sexton became the first Chancellor in the history of Montana State University-Billings when the university was renamed from Eastern Mon- tana College in 1994. The name change was a result of restructuring of the Montana University System by the Board of Regents. MSU-Billings officially became administratively affiliated with Montana State University in July 1994.
Before becoming Chancellor, Dr. Sexton was the Academic Vice President and Professor of Special Education and Reading at MSU-Billings from 1987 to 1994. He has held several administrative and academic positions at MSU- Billings since 1977.
Dr. Sexton earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Montana College in 1959. Sexton played collegiate baseball for the Yellowjackets and has been a strong proponent of Yellowjacket Athletics through- out his tenure at the university. He received his Master of Science degree from EMC in 1964 and earned his Ph.D. in Education from the University of Oregon in 1971.
Dr. Gary R. Gray is Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (NCAA Division II) and Professor (graduate program in sport management) at Montana State University-Billings. He is former Chair of the Department of Health and Physical Education, former Associate Dean in the College of Education and Human Services, and former Director of the Employee Wellness Program at the same institution. He received his B.P.E. degree from the University of New Brunswick (Canada), his M.S. degree from the University of Kentucky, and his Ed. D. degree from the University of Oregon. His doctoral dissertation studied sport-related negligence lawsuits in school settings.
Dr. Gray has taught physical education and coached in schools, large and small, public and private, grades one through university, in the United States and Canada. He has been active in researching, writing, speaking, and consulting on sport management issues and sport safety and risk management behaviors in a wide variety of sport and recreational environments since 1983. Gray is the former and founding Editor of the Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport and is a Past President of the Society for the Study of Legal Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity (SSLASPA). He is an active member of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education and Dance (AAHPERD) and served for many years on the Board of Directors as well as President of the School and Community Safety Society of America (SCSSA). Gray has also been active in the National Congress of State Games by serving as the national Chair for insurance and risk management.
Gray has been at MSU-Billings since 1994. Prior to that he directed the undergraduate and graduate programs in sport management at Iowa State University from 1987-1994. He went to Iowa State from Eastern Montana College, where he taught and coached from 1984-1987. 31 Administration
Krista Montague started working as the Athletics Department Development & Marketing Director in July of 2002. She was also recently appointed to the position of Senior Women Administrator, making her the highest-ranking female administrator in the Athletics Department. Montague graduated from Hysham High School in 1995, where she earned a scholarship to play basketball at MSU-Billings. She was a four-year letter winner for the Jackets, graduating in 1999 with the school record for career free throw percentage. As a senior, Montague helped lead MSUB to the West Regional Championship and its only Elite Eight Appearance. Before joining the MSU-Billings Athletics staff full time, Montague worked for Deaconess Billings Clinic. During the summers of 2000 and 2001, she was also the Athletics Department’s part time corporate partnership director. Krista and her husband Brent live in the Billings Heights area and have three children, Dylan (9), Shayla (2), and Allie, who was born this summer.
Travis Elam enters his second year as Director of Operations and Media Rela- tions and his third year overall with the Yellowjackets. He was a sports informa- tion graduate assistant during the 2001-2002 school year while completing his master’s degree in sport management. Elam graduated from MSU-Billings in 1997 with an undergraduate degree in English education. He went on to teach English and coach football at Browning High School and Augusta High School before returning to Billings in 2000 as an assistant footbal coach at Rocky Mountain College. He coached running backs for two years at RMC while working toward his master’s degree at MSUB. He completed his master’s last spring. In addition to his duties at MSU-Billings, Elam is also the Conference Information Director for the six-member Pacific West Conference, which has its main office located in Billings.
Denise Wynia begins her third year as Administrative Assistant for the Depart- ment of Intercollegiate Athletics. She graduated from Eastern Montana College in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Office Adminis- tration Option. Wynia has been an administrative assistant at MSU-Billings since 1986, working in the Biology and Physical Sciences Department and the Coun- seling and Human Services Department. She also served in the office of the Dean of the College of Education and Human Services as well as the Special Programs Assistant to the Dean’s Office. Wynia and her husband Kevin live on the west end of Billings and have three children, Josh, John Michael, and Brittany. They also have two grandchildren, Kendra and Ethan. In 2002, Wynia received an MSU-Billings Staff Recognition Award for her outstanding work for the Yellowjacket Athletics Department. 32 Sports Information
The MSU-Billings Sports Information Office consists of the Director of Media Relations and a small staff of student workers. The sports information staff performs a variety of duties for all 12 Yellowjacket Athletics teams, including maintaining the Yellowjacket Athletics website; keeping game statistics for all team sports; writing press releases; communicating with local, regional and national media; and providing important information to other universities and the NCAA.
The goal of the MSU-Billings Sports Information Office is to provide fans and media with the most current and thorough information about Yellowjacket Athletics. At all home events, the sports information staff uses StatCrew Automated Scorebook to record game statistics. Immediately following an event, the staff writes a press release and distributes it along with the game statistics to a variety of media.
When the Yellowjackets are on the road, the sports information staff performs the same post-game duties as it does when the teams are playing at home. Once game statistics are received from the host school, they are posted on the website and distributed to the media along with a press release.
Those press releases and statistics are also posted on the Yellowjacket website soon after the game for Jacket fans around the world to view. The Yellowjacket Athletics website was designed in conjunction with Janna Myers, the university webmaster. The site was designed with three objectives in mind: provide as much information as possible, appear visually appealing without being overwhelming, and be easy and convenient to navigate.
In addition to maintaining the Yellowjacket Athletics website with all of the information fans and media need, the sports information staff distributes a weekly email newsletter with stories of the past week’s highlights and a schedule of upcoming events. (To subscribe to this free email newsletter, simply email you name and email address to [email protected].) Yellowjacket Sports Information Yellowjacket Media Contacts
Travis Elam, Director of Operations and Media Relations Billings Gazette Phone: 406-657-2100 Phone: 406-657-1393 Fax: 406-657-2919 Fax: 406-657-1208 Email: [email protected] KTVQ 2 Television Megan Sturlaugson, Assistant Sports Information Director Phone: 406-252-5611 Phone: 406-657-2100 Fax: 406-252-9938 Fax: 406-657-2919 Email: [email protected] ABC6/Fox 4 Television Phone: 406-652-4743 Fax: 406-652-6963
KULR 8 Television Phone: 406-656-8558 Fax: 406-655-2688 33 Yellowjacket Hall of Fame
INDUCTION CLASS OF 1990 INDUCTION CLASS OF 1995 INDUCTION CLASS OF 1999 Oscar Bjorgum Sr. (Coach) John Patrick Smith (Coach) Blase Dilulo (Football) Gene Brosovich (Football) Dr. Harold “Shorty” Alterowitz (Coach) Don Blankenship (Track & Cross- Ronald Ewing (Football) Jay Shaw (Coach) Country) Richard Harkins (Football) Thomas Downey (Service & Larry Noonan (Football) Les Heins (Basketball) Distinction) Sherry (McQuinn) McCarthy Loren Soft (Football) Evonne (Goroski) Bird (Basketball) (Basketball) Bart Templeman (Football) Ernie Fortney (Basketball) Pat Douglass (Coach) James N. Noennig (Basketball) Allen Rohrback (Gymnastics) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1991 Theresa O’Donnell-Uhrich (Basketball) Paul Carpenter (Track) John Strange (Baseball & Football) INDUCTION CLASS OF 2000 Paul Champlin (Football) William “Wondo” Wondolowski Dave Blair (Volleyball) Kelly Crisp (Gymnastics) (Football & Track) Don James (Service & Distinction) Harry “Mike” Harkins (Coach) Tom Osborne (Basketball) Alice Ritzman (Basketball & Golf) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1996 Greg Shamens (Gymnastics) Al Walker (Basketball) Darrell Hill (Basketball) Colleen Day Wiechman (Basketball) Douglas Linehan (Football) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1992 Gene Espeland (Coach) INDUCTION CLASS OF 2001 Nels Christiansen (Coach) Kas Ione (Basketball) Gary Gray (Volleyball) Larry Jordan (Football & Rodeo) Stephanie Hannah (Volleyball) Jim Haugen (Honor & Distinction) Ron Kowalski (Coach) Dr. Richard Gruber (Service & Dan Korber (Football) John Novasio (Football) Distinction) Leo Lapito (Gymnastics) Patti Jo Eubank (Basketball) Harold Miller (Basketball) Randal Ecker (Baseball & Football) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1993 Tera Silvius (Basketball) Darcy Conway (Basketball) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1997 Dennis Maggert (Baseball & Football) INDUCTION CLASS OF 2002 James Michel (Baseball & Football) Jim Downsl (Track & Cross-Country) Deb (Dianda) Bradburn (Volleyball) Gordon Real Bird Sr. (Coach) Jeffrey Griffeth (Gymnastics) Curt Brott (Basketball) Vic Uffelman (Wrestling) Delmar Fried (Coach) Brandy Hamblin-Hansen (Basketball) Lynn Ahrens (Football) Dave Klarich (Tennis) Freeman Blade (Basketball) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1994 Brent Montague (Basketball) Laura Sundheim (Coach) Bob Uffelman (Wrestling) Reid Hagen (Service & Distinction) Russ Powers (Basketball) Robert Lee (Coach) Bill Hill (Football) William “Billy” Foster (Basketball) Shelley (Altrogge) Emerson (Basket- INDUCTION CLASS OF 2003 Larry Hanft (Football) ball) Wayne Beddow (Baseball) William “Bill” Hilton (Football) Bob Deming (Football, Basketball, Kelli Kenyon (Basketball) Baseball & Track) INDUCTION CLASS OF 1998 Harvey Munford (Basketball) Heather (Reiter) Elkin (Basketball) John Polich (Coach) Pete Conway (Basketball) David Harness (Gymnastics) Deb Prevost (Basketball) James Dow (Football) Rishay Vollertsen (Volleyball) Joe Rinella (Basketball) Elwood “Woody” Hahn (Service & Jim Soft (Basketball) Distinction) Oscar Wirtala (Basketball) Ron Osborne (Basketball) James Polich (Coach) Terri (Wiederrick) Hein (Basketball)
34 Division II at a Glance
Almost every serious II student-athletes pay for school through a combination of schol- sports fan is familiar with the arship money, grants, student loans and employment earnings. three NCAA membership clas- The division’s philosophy emphasizes participation, and its finan- sifications: Divisions I, II and cial aid requirement helps ensure quality competition. III. The public may be less National championship opportunities in Division II are compara- familiar with what the classifi- ble to those in Divisions I and III. For 2003-04, Division II national- cations mean, especially in championship competition will be offered in the following sports: the case of Division II. Men Women In brief, Division I members are required to sponsor the most Baseball Basketball Basketball Cross country sports and provide the most athletically related financial aid for Cross country Field hockey student-athletes. Division III members, on the other hand, are pro- Football Golf hibited from providing athletically related financial assistance. Golf Lacrosse Lacrosse Rowing So, what does it mean to be an NCAA Division II member? More Soccer Soccer than anything, it is a commitment to balance. Swimming and Diving Softball First, members are required to sponsor at least 10 varsity sports Tennis Swimming and Diving Indoor track Tennis (at least five women’s sports) and offer at least a limited amount of Outdoor track Indoor track athletically related financial aid, although the requirement is far less Wrestling Outdoor track than Division I’s. Those are the principal nuts-and-bolts standards Volleyball that separate Division II from Divisions I and III. In addition, Division II institutions and student-athletes are eligi- But other, less tangible, considerations characterize Division II ble to compete in National Collegiate (all division) Championships in membership. Student-athletes generally come from the area in women’s bowling, men’s gymnastics, women’s gymnastics, men’s which their institution is located. They are integrated with the stu- volleyball, men’s water polo and women’s water polo. Coed national dent body. Many coaches and administrators perform other jobs championships also are conducted for all divisions in fencing, rifle or functions at their institutions, including teaching. Most Division and skiing.
Division II, By the Numbers
Total members...... 282 NCAA-Sponsored Championships for Division II, 44 percent private 2003-04 56 percent public No. sports Average undergraduate enrollment...... 3,726 Men ...... 12 Undergraduate enrollment Women...... 13 Enrollment Div. II schools Percent Average Number of Men’s and Women’s Sports 15,000+ ...... 2 0.7 Sponsored per Division II Institution 7,500 - 14,999...... 21 7.2 2,500-7,499 ...... 115 39.7 Men ...... 6.5 2,499 and below...... 132 52.4 Women ...... 7.0 Average Athletics Expenses per Institution Average number of student-athletes per Division II institution, 2001 Division II, w/football ...... $1.8 million Men ...... 157 Division II, w/o football ...... $1.3 million Women...... 105 Total ...... 262
35 Division II Academics
NCAA Division II continues to evaluate and strengthen academic or advisors; tutoring pro- standards to help ensure that the student-athlete experience is grams; the ability to grant focused on education. scholarships (such as a postgraduate scholarship At the 2003 NCAA Convention, the Division II membership program); or underwrite voted to increase the standard for initial academic eligibility by computer labs. increasing the minimum number of required high-school core courses from 13 to 14. The membership also voted to strength- Meanwhile, the division is en the progress-toward-degree requirement by increasing the moving toward a “gradua- grade-point average required after the first and second seasons tion-success” report that will of competition. The Division II Academic Requirements Commit- provide an improved mea- tee also continues to study the academic performance of trans- sure of academic outcomes fer student-athletes to determine if additional regulation in that for Division II student-ath- area is desirable. letes. The new method will better account for transfer A Division II degree-completion program ($241,000 in 2003-04) student-athletes and stu- provides grants to assist student-athletes who did not complete dent-athletes who do not their degree before their eligibility expired. A $1 million Academic receive athletically related Support Program to improve the Division II’s academic environ- financial aid. A final decision ment for student-athletes also was initiated in 2003-04; this pro- on the alternate measure is gram helps provide additional staff, such as academic counselors likely in fall 2003.
Division II Student-Athlete Programs
Division II challenged 90 student-athletes and administrators to “family” and “balance.” strengthen the Division II identity when the first Division II Leader- “I love that the volleyball team is my family,” said one stu- ship Action Academy was conducted in February 2003 in Indi- dent-athlete. “I know the players on the football and basketball anapolis. teams. I know the people we’re playing, and I know the people The participants teamed to provide a unique perspective, in my classes.” ultimately focusing on the Division II attributes of “reality,” Another participant said he valued the fact that his president knew his name, his hometown and what position he plays. The academies will be conducted in each of six regions over a three-year period. Other Division II programs that directly benefit student-athletes: • Health and safety grants ($250,000 in 2003-04). The grants address issues such as hazing, misuse of alcohol and substance abuse. • Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee grants ($250,000). The grants enhance the effectiveness of conference SAACs.
36 Division II Facts and Figur es
Division II is a dynamic and engaging group of colleges, institutions, and co n- ferences of varying sizes and educational missions. Its members are committed to balancing the overall educational experience and academic success of st u- dents with participation in intercollegiate athletics.
Division II Growth (Total Number of Active Member Institutions)
1991-92 207 1995-96 246 1999-00 267 1992-93 223 1996-97 246 2000-01 264 1993-94 245 1997-98 254 2001-02 260 1994-95 247 1998-99 267 2002-03 271 Forecast for 2003-04 281
Membership Facts Undergraduate Enrollment (Source: September 2002 NCAA Membership Break- (Source: 2001 NCAA Graduation-Rates down; 2001 NCAA Graduation Rates Summary) Summary)
Enrollment Division II Percent Total Members—283 Schools Active—271; Provisional—12 15,000 & Above 2 0.7 Composition 7,500-14,999 21 7.2 Private Institutions— 44% Public Institutions—56% 2,500-7,499 115 39.7
Undergraduate Enrollmen t 2,499 and Below 152 52.4 Men—43%; Women—57% Average is 3,306 students
Student-Athletes Number of Sports Sponsored Men—60%; Women—40% (Source: 1982-2001 Participation Rates Statistics Report) Participation in Division II Championships Men Women Men—50%; Women—50% Low 4 4
High 13 12
Average 6.43 6.96
37 Division II Facts & Figures (Continue d)
NCAA - Sponsored Championships Average Number of Student - Athletes per (Source: 2001-02 Division II Championships Program) Division II Institution (Source: 2001 NCAA Revenues and Sports Participants Expenses Report) With Without Men 12 5,942 Football Football Women 13 5,628 Avg. Men 211 95
Total 25 11,570 Avg. Women 117 80
Average Operating Expenses Per Avg. Total 328 175 Division II Institution (Source: 2001 NCAA Revenues and Expenses Report) Smallest 126 46
Largest 782 598 With Without Football Football Average Total Expenses by Quartile Men $1,190,000 $670,000 (Source: 2001 NCAA Revenues and Expenses Report) Women 680,000 620,000
Nongender 430,000 260,000 With Without Total $2,300,000 $1,550,000 Football Football 1st Quartile of $3,769,218 $2,509,264 Scholarship Equivalencies per schools Division II Institution 2nd Quartile of 2,513,368 1,763,510 (Source: 1982-01 Participation Statistics schools Report) 3rd Quartile of 1,786,014 1,232,092 Men Women schools Highest Institu- 92.80 71.76 4th Quartile of 1,128,557 691,669 tional Total schools Average 35.18 24.41
Other Interesting Facts About Division II:
• Division II’s largest school has 22,845 undergraduate students; the smallest school h as 383 undergraduate students. • There is one Division II institution that is male only. • There are three Division II institution s that are female only. • Division II has 7 independent active member institutions. • Division II has 22 active member voting confer ences. • Division II has two active member institutions in Alaska; four active member institutions in Hawaii; and four provisio nal member institutions in Puerto Rico. • There are two historically black conferences affiliated with Division II (CIAA and SIAC ) • Division II schools (University of North Dakota and University of Minnesota, Duluth) have r e- cently won Division I Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey National Championships.
Division II Athletics Programs are Unique Because : • Traditional rivalries with regional institutions dominate schedules of many Division II athletics programs. • Division II teams usually feature a number of local or in - state student - athletes. • Many Divisio n II coaches perform other jobs or functions at their institutions, including teaching. • Many Division II student - athletes pay for school through a combination of scholarship money, grants, student loans and employment earnings. • Most Division II athletics programs are financed in the institution’s budget, like other academic departments on cam pus. 38 2003 Yellowjackets 39