NJCAA REGION XII MEN'S BASKETBALL NEWS
Wednesday, September 1
Volleyball, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball
All Columbus State volleyball, basketball games to be webcast
The Department of Student Activies and Athletic at Columbus State Community College is pleased to annouce an amazing partnership with the Ohio Center For Broadcasting as all home games (volleyball, men's and women's basketball will be webcast live with play by play analysis. All home game can be viewed from a link off the main page. To view this evenings volleyball match you can go directly to the this link.
Tuesday, March 23
Men's Basketball
Cincinnati State T&CC men's basketball finishes second at Nationals
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College went 3-1 at the NJCAA Divsion II Men's Basketball Nationals to finish second. The Surge finished the season 27-9 and won the OCCAC Men's Basketball and NJCAA District 10 titles. In the opening game, Cincinnati defeated the number one seed in the tournament, Monroe (NY) Community College 83-72. The Surge were led by Quentin Williford with 25 points, while Rayshawn Goins had 18 points and 12 rebounds. James Millen had 14 points, whil Illya Glover had 10 points.
In the second game, Cincinnati State defeated Brown Mackie (KS) College 75-65. The Surge were led by Goins with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Jamarien Paul-Brown had 14 points, five rebounds and seven steals. James Millen had 13 points and five rebounds, while Illya Glover had 11 points and 9 rebounds. Quentin Williford had 11 points, four rebounds and four assists.
In the semi-final, Cincinnati State defeated Lewis & Clark (IL) College 87-85 in overtime. Goins led the Surge with 20 points and 17 rebounds, while Melvyn Little had 21 points. Millen added 16 points, five rebounds and four steals. Glover had 10 points and eight rebounds.
In the Championship game, the Surge fell to Lincoln (IL) College 71-60 to finish runner-up in the tournament. The Surge were led by Glover with 17 points, while Goins added 15 points and ten rebounds. Williford chipped in nine points. Rayshawn Goins and James Millen were named to the All-Tournament Team. The OCCAC congratulates the Surge on their successful tournament run.
Tuesday, March 23
Men's Basketball
St. Clair County CC men's basketball team finishes 8th at Nationals
Despite losing their first game of the tournament the St. Clair County Community College men's basketball team fought back to finish eighth at the NJCAA Division II National Tournament. The Skippers lost the opening game to Lewis & Clark (IL) Community College 78-70. The Skippers were led by Jake Stark with 16 points, nine rebounds and three assists. Marquis Lee added 13 points and six rebounds, whil Alan Sharp added 11 points and five rebounds in the loss.
In the first game of the consolation bracket, the Skippers beat Bismarck (ND) State College 93-87. St. Clair was led by Kieon Arkwright with 22 points and four assists, while Alan Sharp added 19 points, five rebounds and three assists. Eric Mack, Jr. had 17 points, four rebounds and two assists, whil Jake Stark added 13 points, 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals. Marquis Lee chipped in 11 points, three rebounds and two steals.
In the second game in the consolation bracket, St. Clair County defeated the number one seed in the tournament Monroe (NY) Community College 83-67. The Skippers were led by Kieon Arkwright with 24 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals. Eric Mack, Jr. had 16 points, five rebounds, four assists and four steals, while Jake Stark added 16 points, ten rebounds and five assists. Marquis Lee added 11 points and seven rebounds.
In the 7th place game, St. Clair lost to Pima (AZ) Community College 59-52 to finish eighth in the tournament. The Skippers were led by Eric Mack, Jr. with 12 points, while James Bethea added 10 points. Jake Stark had four points, ten rebounds, seven assists and four steals. Stark was named to the All-Tournament team for his play. This was St. Clair County CC's first trip to the National Tournament and finished the season 27-8.
Tuesday, March 23
Men's Basketball
Grand Rapids CC goes 1-2 at National Tournament
The Grand Rapids Community College men's basketball went 1-2 at the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball National Tournament. The Raiders lost their opening game of the tournament to Louisburg (NC) College 88-66. The Raiders were led by Jason Pratt with 20 points and five rebounds. Brad Whitby added 18 points, five rebounds and three steals, while James Thomas 12 points, five rebounds and three assists.
In the first game of the consolation bracket, Grand Rapids CC defeated Waubonsee (IL) Community College 77-60. The Raiders were led by James Thomas with 18 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and two steals. Jason Pratt added 14 points, six rebounds, two assists and three blocks, while Quinntrai Lampkins added 12 points, six assists and two steals. Brad Whitby added 11 points, eight assists and two rebounds.
Grand Rapids tournament run ended Friday with a 74-66 loss to Pima (AZ) Community College. The Raiders were led by James Thomas with 18 points and five rebounds. Brad Whitby added 16 points, five rebounds, four assists and three steals, while Quinntrai Lampkins chipped in 13 points and five rebounds. The Raiders finished the season 19-10 overall.
Tuesday, February 23
Men's Basketball
Mott CC drops on spot to number three in final ranking
Despite winning their only game of the week the Mott Community College men's basketball team dropped on spot to number three in this week's NJCAA Division II men's basketball poll. The Bears are 23-3 overall and 13-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. The Bears have locked up the number on seed in the MCCAA Eastern Conference and will play the Western Conference Champion Glen Oaks Community College on Saturday in Centreville, MI. Henry Ford Community College dropped two spots to number five in this week's rankings. The Hawks, who lost to Oakland Community College on Saturday, are 23-3 overall and finished 13-3 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. They will have the number two seed for the NJCAA District 9 tournament that starts next Tuesday. Glen Oaks Community College moves up two spots to number nine this week. The Vikings, the MCCAA Western Conference Champions are 24-3 overall and finished 15-1 the the MCCAA Western Conference. They will be the host for the MCCAA Championship game and will have the number one seed for the NJCAA District 8 tournament next week. Columbus State Community College is in the other's receiving votes category this week. The Cougars are 22-5 overall, 9-4 in the OCCAC. Lansing Community College is also in the other receiving votes catagory this week. The Stars are 19-5 overall, 12-2 in the MCCAA Westen conference and will have the number two seed for the NJCAA District 8 tournament that starts next Tuesday. St. Clair County Community College dropped out of the top 15 and are in the other's receivings votes category this week. The Skippers, who lost to Mott Community College, are 20-6 overall and 10-4 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. This is the last poll for the season.
Wednesday, February 17
Men's Basketball
Mott CC Schmidt wins his 500th game last Saturday
Mott Community College men's basketball coach Steve Schmidt won his 500th game at Mott CC on Saturday with a 77-44 win over Macomb Community College. Schmidt will be inducted into the NJCAA Men's Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame this spring. In his 19th season, Schmidt has led the Bears to three national titles and has never posted a sub .500 record at the school. They have won at least 25 games each of the last 14 seasons. Schmidt has led Mott to ten confernce titles, four district and two region championships. His team have qualified for the national tournament six times and advanced to the title game on five occassions. He has been twice named NJCAA Division II Coach of the year and has coached two NJCAA Division II Players of the Year and 14 All-Americans.
Tuesday, February 16
Men's Basketball
Mott CC jumps up to number two with win over Henry Ford
The Mott Community College jumped up three spots to number two in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's basketball poll, after their win last Wednesday over Henry Ford Community College. The Bears are 22-3 overall, 12-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Henry Ford Community College dropped one spot to number three this week. The Hawks are 22-2 overall, 12-2 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. St. Clair County Community College moved up two spots to number nine. The Skippers are 20-4 overall and 10-2 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Glen Oaks Community College dropped one spot this week to number 11. The Vikings 22-3 overall, 12-1 in the MCCAA Western Conference. Lakeland Community College is in the other's receiving votes catagory this week. The Lakers are 18-7 overall, 8-2 in the OCCAC.
Wednesday, February 10
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford number two for second straight week
The Henry Ford Community College men's basketball team is ranked number two in the NJCAA Division II men's basketball poll for the second straight week. The Hawks are 21-1 overall, 11-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Mott Community College moves up on spot to number five in this week's poll. The Bears are 19-1, 10-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. The two teams will meet on Thursday at Ballenger Fieldhouse in Flint, MI. The Hawks beat the Bears back on January 9 by a score of 94-68 in Dearborn. Glen Oaks Community College is up two spots this week to number ten. The Vikings are 20-2 and 11-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. St. Clair County Community College moved up two spots this week to number 11 in the rankings. The Skippers are 19-4 overall and 9-2 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College dropped on spot to number 15 this week. The Cougars are 19-3 overall and 6-2 in the OCCAC.
Tuesday, February 2
Men's Basketball
St. Clair breaks into top 15 with win over #1 Henry Ford CC
St. Clair County Community College broke into the top 15 this week's NJCAA Divison II men's basketball poll with their 76-72 win on Saturday over last week's number one team Henry Ford Community College. The Skippers are number 13 in this week's rankings with a record of 17-4 overall and 7-2 in the MCCAA Eastern. The loss dropped Henry Ford Community College one spot to number two this week. The Hawks are 19-1 overall and 9-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Mott Community College is sixth again this week. The Bears are 18-3 overall and 8-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Glen Oaks Community College dropped one spot in this week's poll to number 12. The Vikings are 18-2 overall and 8-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. Columbus State Community College dropped four spots this week to number 14. The Cougars are 18-3 overall and 5-2 in the OCCAC. Lansing Community College is in the others receiving votes catagory this week. The Stars are 14-4 overall and 7-1 in the MCCAA Western Conference.
Friday, January 29
Baseball
Grand Rapids ranked 11th in pre-season poll
The Grand Rapids Community College men's baseball team is ranked 12th in this season's NJCAA Division II pre-season baseball poll. The Raiders were 35-24 overall last year. Kellogg Community College is in the other's receiving votes catagory in the poll. The Bruins were 30-20 last season and qualified for the NJCAA Division II baseball nationals.
Tuesday, January 26
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford claims number one in this week's basketball poll
The Henry Ford Community College men's basketball team is the new number one team in this week's NJCAA Division II men's basketball poll. The Hawks are 19-0 overall and 9-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Henry Ford was number two in last week's poll. Mott Community College jumped eight spots this week to number six this week. The Bears are 16-3 overall and 6-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College dropped seven spots this week to number ten in the rankings. The Cougars are 16-3 overall and 3-2 in the OCCAC. Glen Oaks Community College breaks into the top fifteen this week at number 11. The Vikings are 16-2 overall and 6-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. Sinclair Community College dropped out of the top fifteen this week to others receiving votes. The Tartan Pride are 16-4 overall and 3-3 in the OCCAC. St. Clair County Community College is also in the others receiving votes catagory again this week. The Skippers are 15-4 overall and 5-2 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.
Wednesday, January 20
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford moves up one spot to number two in this week's poll
The Henry Ford Community College men's basketball team moved up on spot in this week NJCAA Division II men's basketball poll. The Hawks are 17-0 overall and 7-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College moved up two spots to number three in this week's rankings. The Cougars are 16-1, 3-0 in the OCCAC. Sinclair Community College moved up one spot to number 11 this week. The Tartan Pride are 15-3 overall and 2-2 in the OCCAC. Mott Community College remains at number 14 in this week's poll. The Bears are 14-3 overall and 4-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Glen Oaks Community College is in the other's receiving votes catagory this week. The Vikings are 15-2 overall and 5-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. St. Clair County Community College is in the other's receiving votes catagory as well. The Skippers are 14-3 overall and 4-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.
Wednesay, January 13
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford CC is still third in the nation
The Henry Ford Community College men's basketball team is ranked third in the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball poll for the second straight week. The Hawks are 15-0 overall and 5-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College is ranked fifth in this week's poll. The Cougars are 14-1 overall and 1-0 in the OCCAC. Sinclair Community College is ranked 12th again this week. The Tartan Pride 13-2 overall and 1-1 in the OCCAC. Mott Community College is ranked is ranked 14th this week dropping five spots. The Bears are 13-3 overall and 3-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Glen Oaks Community College is in the other receiving votes catagory. The Vikings are 12-2 overall and 3-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. St. Clair County Community College is also in the other receiving votes catagory this week. The Skippers are 13-3 overall and 3-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.
Friday, January 8
Men's Basketball
Glen Oaks CC to honor former coach during tomorrow's game
Kenneth C. Schuler, former head basketball coach at Glen Oaks Community College, will be honored on Saturday, January 9 in a ceremony during a highly-touted league game between GOCC and Lansing Community College. Lansing Community College is favored to win the league title, but the GOCC Vikings are off to a great season with balanced double digit scoring by many on the team and threaten to ruin LCC’s party.
The ceremony honoring Schuler is expected to be held between 2:30 and 3:00 p.m. in the Glen Oaks gymnasium. The college is attempting to contact as many of Schuler’s former players and assistants as possible, said Steve Proefrock, Athletic Director and Head Basketball Coach. “Everyone should enjoy an exciting game between Lansing and Glen Oaks,” said Proefrock.
“We want to honor Coach Schuler for his dedicated years of service to Glen Oaks and the influence he had on so many young people. Many of his players went on to have very successful lives and that is a testament to his success. His former players say he taught them discipline, work ethic and responsibility,” Proefrock added.
Glen Oaks Community College expects to announce a scholarship for basketball players in his name at the ceremonies. Schuler coached the Vikings to several Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA) Championships and was honored in 1996 with induction into the Hall of Fame of the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan for 519 victories in 30 years (408 at Glen Oaks). Schuler also received the Real Sports Award for 1995-1996 from the National Junior College Athletic Association’s Region XII.
In the first years of Glen Oaks Community College, Schuler said his teams won invitational tournament titles playing on Constantine High School’s basketball court, as well as other venues. In the 1972-1973 season, the Vikings captured the league title after posting a 26-4 season (13-1 in league play). In 1978-1979, the Vikings were 25-5 on the season (12-2 in league play) and were co-champions with Jackson Community College. Schuler coached for seven years at the high school level before his 24 years at Glen Oaks. He returned to lead the Glen Oaks in 1995 as an interim coach for the Vikings.
Schuler recalled, “As I look back, at a time when I was young and full of vinegar, I am proud of the many student athletes I coached. Some players, like Jerry Edwards, went on to play as a professional or at four-year colleges and universities. Most of them have done very well in life and are lawyers, doctors, teachers, businessmen and even coaches. Many of them remain in this area of Michigan. In those earlier Glen Oaks days, we played well against the junior varsities of many big universities like Notre Dame and Michigan State University. Some of those players we competed against continued to turn in great performances for their universities.”
The first 1967-1968 Viking team was honored at Glen Oaks on February 2, 2008 for their “Cinderella” play that recorded a 13-8 opening season, including a 6-1 run on local high school courts where home games were then played. That team included Larry Engle, Jim Ruden, Bill Younts, Jeff Bell, Gary Hunter, Brian Fiebelkorn, Phil Avery, Dean Whittington, Randy Strawser, Mike Miller, Steve Foley, Jim Bishop, manager Chuck Rodenbaugh and Coach Schuler.
1968 through 1970 were formative years for the young Glen Oaks Vikings as they ended play in area high school gyms and took to their brand new hardwood at the Centreville campus.
Schuler’s 1968-1969 basketball team went 23-7 overall and 10-6 in conference play. The team included co-captains Phil Avery and Gary Hunter, C. B. Gordon, Clarence Johnson, Steve Keller, Tom Chartrand, Byron Hooley, Jim Bishop, Bob Key, Rich Meyers, Paul Sheets, Brian Fiebelkorn, Denny Blodget, Bill Younts, and Steve Foley. That year the Vikings played home games on high school courts at Centreville, White Pigeon, Sturgis and Three Rivers before playing the last game of the season in their new gym at Glen Oaks Community College. The Vikings opened in their new gymnasium in 1970 with a team consisting of Rex Mayer, Rommie Scott, John Wheelock, Floyd Foston, Jerry Goodpaster, Bruce Murphy, Byron Hooley, Tim Blanchard, C.B. Gordon, Scott Hoffer, Jack Carmichael, Jerry Moore, Dale Sult, and Joe Gordon.
These players and those in coming years set high standards for all Glen Oaks student-athletes, said Proefrock. For more information about the January 9 ceremonies honoring Coach Schuler, contact Steve Proefrock at (269) 294-4215 or e-mail sproefrock@glenoaks.edu
Wednesday, January 5
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford CC jumps up three spots to number three this week
The Henry Ford Community College men's basketball team jumped three spots to number three in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Hawks are 13-0 overall and 3-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College dropped one spot this week to number five in the rankings. The Cougars are 13-1 overall. Mott Community College jumps five spots this week to number nine in the rankings. The Bears 12-2 overall and 2-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Sinclair Community College breaks into the top 15 this week at number twelve. The Tartan Pride are 14-1 overall and 1-0 in the OCCAC. Glen Oaks Community College is in the others receiving votes catagory this week. The Vikings are 10-2 overall on the season.
Thursday, December 17
Men's Basketball
Mott CC Schmidt part of 2010 Hall of Fame Class
The 2010 class of the NJCAA Men's Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame have been announced and Mott Community College coach Steve Schmidt is among the five whow ill be inducted at the NJCAA Men's Basketball Coach Association Banquet in Las Vegas, NV on April 30, 2010.
In 18 seasons at Mott, Steve Schmidt has built arguably the best NJCAA basketball program in the Division II ranks. Since taking over the program in 1991, when it was almost cut by the school's administration, the Bears have never posted a sub-.500 record and have won over 25 game each of the last 14 seasons.
In 2007, he lead Mott to a school record 35-3 record and the program's first of two straight national championships. In 2008, the Bears again won 35 games and finished the season with a 33 game winning streak.
Schmidt also guided the Bears to the 2003 NJCAA Division II Championship and has won a total of ten conference, six district and six region championships. His teams have qualified for the national tournament six times and have advanced to the title game on five occasions.
Scdmidt entered the 2009-10 season wit a 478-115 career record, which ranks 17th among active NJCAA coaches. He has twice been named NJCAA Division II Coach of the Year (2007, 2008) and has coached two NJCAA Divison II Players of the Year (Kevin Tiggs - 2007, Jeremie Simmons - 2008) and 14 All-Americans. Mott CC is currently 8-2 on the season.
Friday, December 11
Men's Basketball
Sinclair's Price notches 100 win in win over University of Pennsylvania JV
Sinclair Community College head men's basketball coach Jeff Price picked up his 100th win at Sinclair on Tuesday night at the famed Palestra in Philadelphia as the Tartan Pride defeated the University of Pennsylvania JV 79-58. Sophomore forward Jason Clardy scored a game high 18 points. Congratulations to Coach Price on his milestone.
Wednesday, December 10
Men's Basketball
Columbus remains number four again this week
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team held on to the number four ranking in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars are 8-0 on the season. Henry Ford Community College moved up four spots this week to number six. The Hawks are 8-0 on the season as well. Mott Community College reentered the top 15 this week at number 14. The Bears are 7-1 on the season and 1-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Oakland Community College is the only Region XII team in the others receiving votes catagory this week. The Raiders are 7-3 overall and 1-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.
Friday, December 4
Men's Basketball
Sinclair men's basketball team serves Thanksgiving dinner
Tuesday the 24th of November, the Sinclair Community College Men’s Basketball Team handed out Turkey and Dressing instead of Dunks and Assist. Before heading home for the Thanksgiving break, members of the Sinclair Community College Men’s Basketball team spent time at the Dayton Boy’s & Girls Club serving a hot Thanksgiving Dinner to all in attendance. The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Dayton is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Since 1930, the vision of the Boys & Girls Clubs has grown and changed with the needs of our children and so will the dynamics of our programs and services. The Boys & Girls Club of Dayton provides some 1,000 youth in the Greater Dayton area with a safe and positive place to learn and grow.
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Tuesday, December 1
Men's Basketball
Columbus State moves up one spot in this week's poll
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team moved up one spot in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll to number four. The Cougars are 7-0 on the season. Henry Ford Community College moved up one spot this week to number ten. The Hawks are 6-0 on the season. Three Region XII teams are in the other receiving votes catagory in this week's rankings. The three teams are Kalamazoo Valley Community College (5-1), Mott Community College (5-1) and Oakland Community College (4-3).
Tuesday, November 24
Men's Basketball
Columbus State CC drops two spots in this week's poll
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team dropped two spots to number five this week in the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars are 6-0 so far this season. Henry Ford Community College breaks into the top fifteen this week at number 11. The Hawks are 5-0 on the season. Three Region XII teams are in the others receiving votes. Kalamazoo Valley Community College (4-1), Mott Community College (5-1) and Oakland Community College (4-3) are the teams in that catagory.
Tuesday, November 24
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University in other receiving votes this week
The Vincennes University men's basketball dropped out of the top 25 this week and into the others receiving votes catagory in the NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Rankings. The Trailblazers are 6-2 overall.
Wednesday, November 18
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University cracks into top 25 in first regular poll
The Vincennes University men's basketball team is off to a fast start and that start has moved the Trailblazers into the top 25 in the first NJCAA Division I regular season Men's Basketball Poll. They are 6-1 on the young season, including their current six game winning streak.
Wednesday, November 18
Men's Basketball
Columbus State third in first regular season basketball poll
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team is ranked third in the first NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball poll. The Cougars are 3-0 overall on the young season. Oakland Community College is 4-0 on the season and ranked eighth in the poll this week. Kalamazoo Valley Community College is tied for 11th in this weeks rankings. The Cougars are 3-0 overall on the season. Henry Ford Community College (3-0) and Mott Community College (3-1) are in the others receiving votes catagory in this weeks poll.
Wednesday, November 19
Men's Basketball
Boddie named Second Team Pre-season All-American
Devaujhn Boddie, a 5-9, 155 sophomore from Lorain County Community College was named to the NJCAA Division III Pre-Season Second All-American team. He averaged 23.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game last season for the Commodores.
Wednesday, November 18
Men's Basketball
NJCAA Pre-season basketball All-American's announced
Region XII has seven pre-season NJCAA Division II men's basketball pre-season All-Americans for the 2009-10 season. Kevin Grayer of Oakland Community College earned First Team All-American Honors. The 6-3, 185 pound sophomore averaged 18.2 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.9 assists last season. James Millan of Cincinnati State Technical & Community College also earned first team All-American honors. The 6-2, 185 sophomore averaged 16.3 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game last season. Nate Barnes of Lakeland Community College was the thrid and final First Team selection from Region XII. The 5-11, 165 sophomore averaged 21.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game last season.
Branden McKenney of Macomb Community College was the only Second Team pre-season All-American for Region XII. McKenney, a 6-4, 220 sophomore averaged 20.0 point, 8.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game.
Region XII had three Third Team Pre-Season All-Americans this season. Antonio Cannon of Ancilla College, 1 5-11, 184 averaged 15.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists last season. Joe Powers of Lansing Community College also earned Third Team honors. A 6-3, 195 sophomore averaged 13.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.0 asists per game last season. Josh Eichelberger of Columbus State Community College average 21.1 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists last year from Glen Oaks Community College, he rounds out the seven pre-season All-Americans from Region XII this year.
Tuesday, October 27
Men's Basketball
Columbus State number four in pre-season hoops rankings
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team is ranked fourth in the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball pre-season rankings. The Cougars, who finished the season last year at 27-4, won the District 7 title before going 1-2 at the NJCAA Division II Nationals. Mott Community College is ranked fifth in the pre-season poll. The Bears, who won the NJCAA Division II National title in both 2007 and 2009, were the District 8 runners-up. Mott, who had been ranked number one in the last three pre-season polls, finished last season at 29-5 overall. Lansing Community College is ranked 18th in the poll. The Stars finished 22-7 overall last year. Teams can play their first regular season games starting November 1st.
Sunday, April 12
Men's Basketball
Region XII has four NJCAA Basketball All-Americans.
NJCAA Region XII has four NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball All-Americans this year. Mark Anderson a 6-7, sophomore, forward from Sinclair Community College earned First Team All-American honors this season. Anderson averaged 24.8 points, 11.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.9 assists and 2.4 blockes per game.
DeAndre Nealy, a 6-6, sophomore guard from Mott Community College earned Second Team All-American Honors. Last season National Tournament MVP averaged, 15.3 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.4 steals per game. He also led the nation with 259 blocks.
Lansing Community College, 6-5, sophomore guard/forward, also was named a Second Team All-American. Harris, averaged 20.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 assists and 0.5 blocks per game for the MCCAA Western Conference Champion Stars.
Kevin Grayer, a 6-3, freshman guard from Oakland Community College earned Third Team All-Americans honors. Grayer averaged 18.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 2.5 steals and 0.6 blocks per game for the MCCAA Eastern Conference Co-Champions.
Region XII congratulates these four players for their outstanding seasons.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Men's Basketball
Mott CC renames gym for Head Coach Steve Schmidt
Mott Community College renamed the gymnasium in Ballenger fieldhouse today for head men's basketball coach Steve Schmidt. Schmidt, who has coached at Mott for 18 seasons, he has compiled a record of 478-115 with 11 conference titles, six MCCAA titles, six region/district titles. He has also led the Bears to six final fours, five national title games and three National Championships in 2003, 2007 and 2008. He has been named NJCAA Coach of the Year three times. He has coached 15 NJCAA All-Americans in his time as the Head Coach of the Bears. A crowd of 250 showed up on Sunday at Ballenger Fieldhouse for the ceremony to name the gym after Schmidt. "This couldn't be a nicer honor," said Schmidt. "I'm truly honored. This is about every single player that has committed their time and their effort. It has been such a good ride for 18 years."
Mott Head Coach Steve Schmidt speaks at the ceremony renaming
Mott CC gym after him
Saturday, March 21
Men's Basketball
Columbus State goes 1-2 at NJCAA National Tournament
The Columbus State Community College Men's Basketball team went 1-2 at the NJCAA Divsion II Men's Basketball Tournament. Columbus opened the tournament with a 86-78 win over South Suburban (IL) College in the first round. Brandon Beasley had 18 points and 11 rebounds,while Rayshawn Goins had 18 points. Greg LeSage chipped in 15 points, while Greg Rice had 12 points and Jerrell Sanders had 11 points. In the quaterfinal round, Columbus lost to eventually runner up Kirkwood (IA) CC, 73-60. Brandon Beasley and Greg Rice each had 12 points, while Jerrell Sanders had 11 points and seven rebounds. On Saturday, Columbus lost to Cecil (MD) College 87-83. Rayshawn Goins, who was named to the All-Tournament Team, scored 27 points and eight rebounds. Courtney Davis and Greg Rice each had 13 points, Rice added eight rebounds. Brandon Beasley had 12 points and eight rebounds for the Cougars who finished the season with a 27-4 record.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford CC first trip to Nationals ends with an 0-2 record.
Henry Ford Community College Men's Basketball team's first trip to the NJCAA Division II National Tournament ended with an 0-2 record. Henry Ford opened the tournament with a 87-83 lost to Monroe (NY) Community College. The Hawks were led by Willie Mustin with 20 points and five rebounds. Thomas Rudy had 17 points, while Devin Pankey had 16 points. Daryl Foster, Jr. had 10 points for the Hawks. On Friday, Henry Ford lost to Bismark (ND) State College 95-89. The Hawks were led by Willie Mustin with 25 points, while Marcus Knott had 19 points and eight rebounds. John Barry had 13 points off the bench. Henry Ford's cinderella season came to an end with a record of 23-9.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Men's Basketball
Columbus State earns return trip to Danville, IL
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team earned a return trip to the NJCAA Division II National Tournament in Danville, IL with a 91-75 win over Cincinnati State Technical & Community College on Sunday. Columbus State Community College (28-2), last year's runner up at the National Tournament, is the NJCAA District 7 tournament Champions for the second straight season. The Cougars were led by tournament MVP Greg Rice with 27 points and 18 rebounds on the day. All-Tournament Team member Brandon Beasley added 16 points, while Greg LeSage had 12 points. Another All-Tournament team member, Jerrell Sanders had 11 points and seven rebounds. Head Coach Patrick Carlisle was District 7 Coach of the Year.
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College (16-16) was led by All-Tournament Team members, James Millen and Marquis Mathis each hadd 22 points. Arrez Henderson chipped in 11 points.
Other members of the All-Tournament Team were; Chalres Bigsby from Cuyahoga Community College; Nate Barnes of Lakeland Community College, Justin Manns of Owens Community College and Mark Anderson of Sinclair Community College.
Columbus State Community College will now advance to the NJCAA Division II National Tournament in Danville, IL from March 16-21.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Men's Basketball
Henry Ford CC knocks of two time defending champions Mott.
Midnight did not stirke in this year's NJCAA District 8 Tournament and Cinderella is off to the big dance. Henry Ford Community College defeated the two time NJCAA Division II National Basketball Champion Mott Community College on their home floor to earn a berth in the NJCAA Division II National Tournament. The Hawks (23-7) will make their first ever trip to the National Tournament after winning the NJCAA District 8 Tournament 58-56 on Sunday.
Down by ten at the half and nine with 12 minutes to go, Tournament MVP Willie Mustin and All-Tournament team member Renaldo Wallace carried the team to victory. Wallace score 14 points, 11 rebounds and had four blocks, while Mustin had 13 points and seven rebounds. Wallace scored the winning basket on a put back of his own rebound with 15 seconds left. Devin Pankey chipped in 10 points and All-Tournament Team member John Berry had six points and four rebounds, Coach Abe Mashour was named NJCAA District 8 Coach of the Year.
Mott (29-5) was led by Joshua Smith with 12 points and ten rebounds. All-Tournament Team member De'Andre Nealy had 10 points, five rebounds and seven blocks.
The other All-Tournament Team members were Kevin Grayer from Oakland Community College at Torrian Harris of Lansing Community College.
Henry Ford will travel to Danville, IL on March 18-21 for the NJCAA Division II Nationals.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Women's Basketball
Schoolcraft College is off to the NJCAA Division II Nationals
For the first time in five years someone other than Mott Community College will represent NJCAA District H in the NJCAA Division II National Tournament. Schoolcraft College will be that represenative as they defeated Oakland Community College 76-53 on Sunday. Mott Community College had won the last four District H Tournament but were not in this year's tournament. The Ocelots (30-2) were led by Tournament MVP April Goins who had 26 points and 18 rebounds. Antania Shepherd scored 13 points and had four assists, while All-Tournament Team member Tayler Langham added 11 points for the winners. Coach Karen Lafata earned NJCAA District H Coach of the Year honors.
Oakland Community College (23-8) were led by All-Tournament Team member Tabytha Harvey with 14 points, while another All-Tournament Team member Angela Ruelle scored 11 in a losing cause. Megan Charlebois also had 11 points for the Raiders.
Other All-Tournament Team members were Ashley Hooker from Owens Community College and Elise England of Columbus State Community College.
The Ocelots will join Kalamazoo Valley Community College at the NJCAA Division II Nationals in East Peoria, IL from March 18 through March 21.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Men's Basketball
District 8 Tournament final pits Henry Ford against Mott CC.
A familar team and a possible Cinderella will do battle on Sunday for the NJCAA District 8 Tournament. Mott Community College will play in the championship game for the fifth time in eight years. The two time defending National Champions will play the upstart of the tournament Henry Ford Community College.
Henry Ford CC defeated the number 1 seed Oakland Community College by a score of 63-57. The Hawks were led by Willie Mustin with 14 points, three assists and three steals, while Marcus Knott and Thomas Rudy each chipped in 10 points. Renaldo Wallace and John Berry had 7 rebounds for the Hawks (22-7). Oakland Community College was paced by Kevin Grayer with 19 points, while Damon Davis added ten points and seven rebounds of the bench.
Mott Community College earned their third straight trip to the finals with a 67-61 win over Lansing Community College. Jerome Tyson scored 14 points, while DeAndre Nealy had 11 points, 8 rebounds and 11 blocks for the Bears (29-4). Joshua Smith added ten points for Mott.
The championship game will be at 1:00 PM at Ballenger Fieldhouse on the Campus of Mott Community College in Flint, MI. Game can be heard here.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Men's Basketball
District 7 Championship a battle of the top two OCCAC teams
The top two teams in the Ohio Community College Athletic Confernce will face off for a trip to Danville, IL and the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball National Tournament. Columbus State Community College the number one ranked team in the NJCAA Division II will face Cincinnati State Technical & Community College.
Columbus State (27-2) got to the final by beating Lakeland Community College 91-72 on Saturday. Rayshawn Goins led the Cougars with 22 points and six rebounds, while Greg Rice added 17 points. Kendall Holt scored 14 points, while Greg LeSage and Brandon Beasley chipped in 10 points each. Lakeland was led by Klein Harper with 16 points and Nate Barnes with 15 points. Kenneth Harriston, Jr. and Richard Conner had 12 points each, while Louis Hinson scord 11 points for the Lakers.
Cincinnati State (16-15) got the the final by defeating Cuyahoga Community College 85-67. The Surge was led by James Millen with 29 points, while Marquis Mathis add 18 points and 12 rebounds. Le'Donte Body had 12 points and Arrez Henderson, while Arrez Henderson added 11 points. Cuyahoga was paced by Charles Bigby with 17 points and Brian Jewell with 15. Martell Brown had 14 points and Brandon Smith had 3 points and 12 rebounds for the Challengers.
The District 7 Championship game will take place at 3:00 PM at Sinclair Community College in Dayton, OH.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Men's Basketball
District 8 Tournament Tips Off Tonight
The NJCAA Region XII District 8 Tournament tips off tonight with six games at campus sites. The 14 team tournament will determine which team goes to the NJCAA Division II National Championship in Danville, IL, March 19-21, 2009. Two-time defending National Champions Mott Community College is the second seed in the MCCAA Eastern Conference and will open the tournament at home tonight against Macomb Community College. The eight ranked Bears are 26-4 this season and will host the final three rounds of the tournament starting on Friday. The top seed from the Eastern Conference is Oakland Community College. The Raiders are 25-5 and will play the winner of tonight's game between Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College on Friday at 1 PM. Lansing Community College is the top seed out of the MCCAA Western Confernce. The Stars are 21-6 and will play the winner of tonight's game between Wayne County Community College District and St. Clair County Community College. The other games tonight are Jackson Community College at Grand Rapids Community College, Kirtland Community College at Henry Ford Community College and Muskegon Community College at Glen Oaks Community College. All game tonight start at 7:00 PM. Keep track of all tournament scores here. All the games on Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be on the radio here and on video over the internet here.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Men's Basketball
Columbus State tops final NJCAA Division II Basketball Poll
The Columbus State Community College basketball team moved up one spot this week to be the top team in the final NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars, 24-2 overall and 11-1 the OCCAC, clinched the OCCAC conference championship. Mott Community College moved up on spot to number eight in this week's poll. The Bears are 25-4 overall and 16-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. If Mott wins tonight against St. Clair County Community College the will be Co-Champions of the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Oakland Community College moved to up one spot to number nine in this week's poll. The Raiders are 25-5 overall and 17-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Oakland clinched at least a share of the MCCAA Eastern Conference Championship. Lansing Community College is in the others receiving votes. The Stars, 20-6, 13-2 in the MCCAA Western, clinched the MCCAA Western Conference title on Saturday.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Men's Basketball
Columbus State CC moves up one spot to number two this week
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team moved up one spot to number two in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars are 21-2 overall and 8-1 in the OCCAC and they were the NJCAA Division II runners-up last season. Mott Community College held on to their number nine ranking this week. The Bears are 23-4 overall and 13-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. They are the two time defending National Champions. Oakland Community College held on to their number ten ranking this week. The Raiders are 23-5 overall and 15-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Lansing Community College is the only Region XII team in the others receiving votes category this week. The Stars are 18-6 overall and 11-2 in the MCCAA Western Conference.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Men's Basketball
Lansing CC's Torian Harris earns NJCAA Player of the Week honors
Lansing Community College's Torian Harris earned NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Player of the week honors. Harris, a 6' guard from Saginaw, Mich., is the Division II Player of the Week after a great performance on Feb. 11. Harris led Lansing to a 75-46 win over Glen Oaks Community College with 30 points and seven rebounds. He made 16 of 18 free throws in the contest.
Wednesday, February 11
Men's Basketball
Columbus State moves up one spot to number three.
The Columbus State Community College moved up one spot this week to number three in the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars are 20-2 overall and 7-1 in the OCCAC. Mott Community College dropped one spot this week to number nine. The Bears are 22-4 overall and 13-1 in the MCCAA Western. Oakland Community College moved up two spots to number ten. The Raiders are 22-5 overall and 14-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Lakeland Community College is the only Region XII team in the others receiving votes category. The Lakers are 13-11 overall and 6-2 in the OCCAC.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Men's Basketball
Columbus State CC climbs two spots in this week's poll
The Columbus State Community College men's basketball team moved up two spot to number four in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Cougars are 16-2 overall and 3-1 in the OCCAC. Mott Community College dropped six spots this week after a 70-47 loss to Oakland Community College last Wednesday. The Bears are now 19-4 overall and 10-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Oakland Community College busted into the top 20 at number 12 this week after upsetting Mott Community College last week. The Raiders are 19-5 overall and 11-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Sinclair Community College is the only Region XII team in the others recieving votes category. The Tartan Pride are 15-4 overall and 4-1 in the OCCAC.
Tuesday, January 27
Men's Basketball
Mott CC and Columbus State CC hold their rankings
The Mott Community College Bears held on to their number three ranking for the second staight week. The Bears are 18-3 overall and 9-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Mott CC are the two time defending National Champions. Columbus State Community College held on to the number six ranking for the fifth straight week. The Cougars are 16-1 overall and 3-0 in the OCCAC. Sinclair Community College moved up two spots this week to number 13 this week. The Tartan Pride 14-3 overall and 3-0 in the OCCAC. The only Region XII team in the other receiving votes is Oakland Community College. The Raiders are 17-5 overall and 9-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. The Raiders and the Bears will face each other Wednesday at the Highland Lakes Campus of Oakland Community College at 7:30.
Wednesday, January 21
Men's Basketball
Mott CC moves up to number three in this week's poll
The Mott Community College Bears moved up one spot this week to number three in the NJCAA Men's Basketball Division II poll. The Bears are 16-3 overall and 7-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College held on to the number six ranking for the fourth straight week. The Cougars are 14-1 overall and 1-0 in the OCCAC. Sinclair Community College broke into the poll this week in the number 15 spot. The Tartan Pride are 12-3 overall and 1-0 in the OCCAC.
Wednesday, January 14
Men's Basketball
Kalamazoo Valley CC Coach Dick Shilts gets 600th win
Veteran NJCAA and Kalamazoo Valley Community College head men's basketball Dick Shilts reached yet another milestone in his great career. In a 73-69 win over Lansing Community College on January 3, Shilts reached the milestone of 600 career victories at KVCC.
Shilts is now one of just 13 active NJCAA men's basketball coaches to record 600 career victories.
Shilts is a native of New Paris, Ohio, and was a successful basketball player at Wittenberg University. He began his coaching career in 1965 at Wadsworth High School. He then served as a graduate assistant at Akron before becoming an assistant at Western Michigan in 1975. In April of 1976 Shilts was promoted to head coach at Western Michigan.
Shilts was replaced in 1979 and he then accepted the challenge of being Athletic Director, Basketball Coach, and Golf Coach at nearby Kalamazoo Valley Community College.
In 29 years his teams have won over 67 percent of their games, including 63 percent of their conference matches. He has led KVCC to eight conference titles and three MCCAA titles.
Congratulations to Coach Shilts!
Wednesday, January 14
Men's Basketball
Mott CC moves up one in this week's poll to number four
Mott Community College men's basketball team moved up one spot to number four in the current NJCAA Division II men's basketball poll. The Bears are 14-3 overall and 5-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College held steady at the number six spot for the third straight week. The Cougars are 13-1 overall. Glen Oaks Community College breaks into the poll for the third time this season at the number twelve spot. The Vikings are 13-3 overall and 3-0 in the MCCAA Western Conference. Sinclair Community College is the only Region XII team in the other receiving votes catagory. The Tartan Pride are 11-3 overall.
Wednesday, January 7
Men's Basketball
Mott CC drops on to number five in this week's ranking
Mott Community College dropped to spots this week to number five in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball rankings. The Bears are 12-3 overall and 3-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College held steady at number six this week. The Cougars are 12-1 on the season. There are three Region XII teams in the others receiving votes catagory, Glen Oaks Community College (11-3), Macomb Community College (11-1) and Sinclair Community College (10-3).
January 7, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC drops on to number five in this week's ranking
Mott Community College dropped to spots this week to number five in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball rankings. The Bears are 12-3 overall and 3-0 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference. Columbus State Community College held steady at number six this week. The Cougars are 12-1 on the season. There are three Region XII teams in the others receiving votes catagory, Glen Oaks Community College (11-3), Macomb Community College (11-1) and Sinclair Community College (10-3).
December 19, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC Men's Team receives Championship Rings.
In a brief ceremony before the start of warm ups the Mott Community College Men's Basketball team received their championship rings from last year's National Championship. Mott, the two-time defending national champions were presented with the rings before beating Oakland CC 67-64 in their MCCAA Eastern Conference game. The Bears have won 3 National Championships since 2003.
Tournament MVP DeAndre Nealy receives his ring from Head Coach
Steve Schmidt.
December 13, 2008
Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, News
Delta to honor former AD Lynn Conway on Saturday, Dec. 20
Delta College will honor former Athletic Director Lynn Conway on Saturday, December 20 at 12:00 in Pioneer Gym in University Center, MI. The ceremony will take place just before the second day of the Lynn Conway Holiday Classic. Conway began his career at Bay City Junior College in 1956 as a full time Faculty member and Men's Basketball Coach. He continued to server in the sam capacity at Delta College when in 1961 Bay City Junior College closed its doors. Lynn took over as Delta's second Athletic Director when Dan Kinsey retired in 1966. Conway served as Athletic Director until 1999. Conway and former Oakland Community College Athletic Director Prentice "Pin" Ryan were instrumental in establishing Divsion II Men's Basketbal at the NJCAA National Level. In fact, Delta College hosted the first six years fo the tournament and Delta won the tournament in 1989.
December 10, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC moves to third in this week's NJCAA Basketball Poll
Mott Community College moved up two spots this week to number three in this week's NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Bears (7-1) defeated last week's number nine Monre (NY) Community College 78-71 and last week's number twelve Illinois Central College 54-49. Mott CC is two time defending national champions. Columbus State Community College moved up four spots to number 13. The Cougars (7-1) beat Mt. Vernon Nazarene JV 99-67 and Southern State Community College 135-82 last week. Glen Oaks Community College cracks into the poll this week at the 15th spot. The Vikings (8-1) beat Trine (IN) University JV 101-63 in their only game this week. Cincinnati State Technical and Community College (2-7) and Macomb Community College (9-0) are the only Region XII team in the others receiving votes catagory.
December 2, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC leads three Region XII teams in this week's poll
Mott Community College moved up one spot this week to number five in this NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Poll. The Bears (5-1) were idle last week but rebounded from their first loss of the season last night with a 83-82 win over visiting Kellogg Community College. The Bears will host the Mott CC Tournament with Jackson Community College, #11- Illinois Central College and #9 Monroe (NY) Community College on Friday and Saturday. Cincinnati State Technical & Community College breaks into the top 15 this week debuting at number 11. The Surge (5-2) lost to Division I Roane (TN) State Community College 79-65 in their only game of the week. Columbus State Community College drops four slots this week to 13. The Cougars (4-2) lost to Ohio State University JV 85-68 in the only game last week. Glen Oaks Community College (7-1), and Kellogg Community College (4-1) are the only Region XII teams in the other recieving votes catagory.
December 2, 2008
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University in other recieving votes category
Vincennes University dropped out of the top 25 this week and is now in the others receiving votes category. The Trailblazers (6-3) lost to number 3 Southeastern Illinois College 82-59 last week.
November 25, 2008
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University ranked 20th in Division I Poll
The Vincennes University men's basketball team dropped 10 spots this week to number 20 in the weekly NJCAA Division I Men's Basketball Poll. The Trailblazers (6-2) lost to Lincoln Trail (IL) College and Southeastern (IA) CC last week. They face fourth ranked Southeastern Illinois College tonight.
November 25, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC leads several Region XII team in this week's rankings
The Mott Community College Men's Basketball team dropped five spots this week after a 76-75 loss to Cuyahoga Community College on Saturday. The Bears, (4-1) who are the two time defending NJCAA Division II National Champions are sixth in this week's poll. Columbus State Community College dropped three spots to number nine. The Cougars (4-1) defeated Clark State Community College 113-81 before dropping a 88-87 heartbreaker on Saturday to Kellogg Community College. Sinclair Community College moved up three spots this week to number 12. The Pride (4-1) beat Ancilla College 103-99 in overtime on Saturday. Glen Oaks Community College break into the poll this week in the 15th spot. The Vikings (6-0) beat Hope College JV and then national ranked Oakland Community College last week. Cincinnati State Technical & Community College (4-1) and Oakland Commmunity College (4-2) are the only Region XII team in the other recieving votes category.
November 19, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC still the top ranked team in the Nation.
The two time defending National Champion Mott Community College Bears has started the season 3-0 and have held on to their number on ranking from the pre-season poll. Mott CC has defeated Jackson CC, Muskegon CC and Sinclair CC to start the season. Columbus State CC is ranked sixth in the first regular poll of the season. The Cougars are 2-0 on the season. Oakland Community College is ranked 12th in the poll. The Raiders under new coach Antoine Joubert are 4-1 on the season. Sinclair Community College (5-1) is ranked 15th in the weeks poll. Lansing Community College (2-2) is the only school from Region XII in the others receiving votes category.
November 19, 2008
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University ranked 11th this week
Vincennes University are ranked 11th in the first NJCAA Division I Basketball poll. The Trailblazers have started the season 6-0.
October 23, 2008
Men's Basketball
Vincennes University ranked 17th in pre-season poll
Vincennes University (28-6) last season has been ranked 17th in the NJCAA Division I Pre-Season Basketball poll. The Trailblazers open the season on November 3 against Olney CC.
October 23, 2008
Men's Basketball
Mott CC earns number 1 ranking in pre-season poll.
It should be no surprise that Mott CC is ranked number 1 in the NJCAA Divsion II Pre-Season poll. The two time defending National Champions went 35-2 last season and return two starters and four players overall this season. Columbus State CC, who lost to Mott in the NJCAA Division II Championship game, is ranked third in the poll. The Cougars (29-7) return three starters and four players overall this season. Lansing CC (25-5) is ranked 10th in the annual pre-season poll, while Sinclair CC (24-6) is tied for 11th in the rankings. Grand Rapids CC (20-9) and Owens CC (20-9) are tied for 22nd in the poll and round out the Region XII teams ranked in the pre-season poll. Kalamazoo Valley CC (21-9) and Cuyahoga CC (20-7) are in the others receiving votes catagory.
October 23, 2008
Men's Basketball
Region XII well represented in Pre-Season All-Americans
Region XII had five NJCAA Divsion II Men's Basketball Pre-Season All-Americans. DeAndre Nealy from Mott CC and Mark Anderson from Sinclair CC are First Team Pre-Season. Nealy, 1 6-6, 225 forward averaged 12.4 points, 6.1 rebounds and one assist per game last season. Anderson, a returning All-American, averaged 25.5 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.5 steals per game last year. Greg Rice from Columbus State CC and Aaron Crump from Kellogg CC was tabbed as a Second Team Pre-Season All-American. Rice averaged 10 points, four rebounds, two assists and two steals per game. Crump average 19.5 points, six rebounds, three assists and four steals per game for the Bruins last year. Marquis Mathis from Cincinnati State Technical & CC has been picked as a Pre-Season Third Team All-American. Mathis averaged 17 points, seven rebounds, three assists and one steal per game for the Surge.