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2011-2012 Cincinnati State Women's Basketball
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Cincinnati State remains perfect in conference play with win over Sinclair
FEB. 1, 2012 - The Lady Surge got back to its winning ways on Wednesday night with a 79-62 conference victory over Sinclair.
Coming off the first loss of the season against Vincennes on Monday night, Cincinnati State saw three players score in double figures, led by Brittiney Latimer with 18 points. Reigning conference player of the week Dominique Fischer scored 17 points and led the Surge with 7 assists. Forward Asia Dillingham recorded the only double-double of the night with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Despite having an off night offensively, Kara McLemore and Taylor Frazier provided a spark on the defensive end. McLemore finished with a game high 5 steals while Frazier led all players in blocks with 4.
Currently ranked No.2 in the NJCAA national poll with a 20-1 record and 6-0 in the Ohio Community College Athletic Association, the Lady Surge will return to action at home against the club team from the University of Dayton this Saturday, Feb. 4, followed by a match up against one of junior college's top scorers in Edison Community College's Brianna Innocent on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Saturday's game is scheduled for 12:30 pm. Next Wednesday's game against Edison is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. at home.
Tickets to home games are free to anyone with a valid Surge ID. All Cincinnati State home games can be seen live on http://www.usbnsports.com/
Surge suffer first loss of the season on the road against Vincennes University
JAN. 30, 2012 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team suffered the first loss of the season on the road to Vincennes University by a score of 91-76 on Monday night. The loss snapped the Surge's 19 game winning streak.
For the Vincennes Trailblazers, a NJCAA D-I program, the victory marked the 12th win in a row. Vincennes also kept a perfect record at home as they improved to 13-0 on their court. Four Vincennes players scored in double figures led by bench player Skylarr Shurn with 24 points on the night. Cincinnati State, the second ranked team in the NJCAA polls, had four of its six sophomores score in double-figures led by Taylor Frazier with 24 points, Brittiney Latimer with 13 points, Asia Dillingham with 12 points and Kara McLemore who finished with 11 points.
With the first blemish on the record, Cincinnati State falls to 19-1 overall with a 5-0 record in conference play. The Surge will look to bounce back against Sinclair Community College at home on Wednesday, Feb. 1st. The game begins at 5:30 PM.
Dominique Fischer named OCCAC "Player of the Week"
JAN. 30, 2012 - Cincinnati State's Dominique Fischer led the Surge to victories over Edison and Owens on the road which earned her the O.C.C.A.C. "Player of the Week" honor.
Against the Edison Chargers, Fischer went 5 for 6 from beyond the arc, which included a buzzer beating three at the end of the first half. Fischer led the Surge to an 82 to 68 win with 21 points, 5 assists, and 3 steals while shooting over 50% from the field. On Saturday at 8th ranked Owens Community College, Fischer scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and led the way defensively with 4 steals as the Surge pulled out a 92 to 84 overtime victory.
For the week, the Flint, Michigan native averaged 19 points while shooting an impressive 55% from beyond the arc. Defensively, she averaged 3.5 steals per game as Cincinnati State, who is ranked no.2 in the NJCAA polls, continue to stay undefeated on the season.
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Surge win in dominating fashion at Cuyahoga
JAN. 28, 2011 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team beat Cuyahoga Community College by a score of 84 to 45 on Saturday.
Sophomores Dominique Fischer and Asia Dillingham led the way for the Cincinnati State Surge as they stayed undefeated on the season. Fischer led all scorers with 27 points and recorded 3 steals on the afternoon. Dillingham scored 13 points. Kara McLemore finished with 8 points and 10 rebounds. Although having a quiet day offensively with 5 points, center Taylor Frazier pulled down 15 rebounds to go along with 2 blocks as the Surge cruised to the 39 point victory over their in-conference opponent.
With the win, Cincinnati State is a perfect 19-0 overall with a 5-0 record in conference play. Cincinnati State's next game on Monday, January 30th will be a tough test on the road against Vincennes University. Vincennes is currently 17-3 on the season with a perfect 11-0 record at home.
The Cincinnati State women's basketball team wins at home against Columbus State
JAN. 25, 2012 - The Cincinnati State Lady Surge beat conference rival Columbus State by a score of 81 to 55 on Wednesday night.
For Cincinnati State, two players flirted with triple-doubles in the victory. The Surge had a balanced scoring attack led by center Taylor Frazier (pictured) who had 15 points, 17 rebounds and 8 blocked shots. Small forward Kara McLemore also finished with 15 points to go along with 10 rebounds and 7 steals. Guard Dominique Fischer finished with 14 points followed by forward Asia Dillingham who had 12 points and 10 rebounds. Starting point guard Alexis Fitzpatrick recorded 9 assists in the 18th victory of the season while the Columbus State Cougars dropped to 13-7 on the season.
Improving to 18-0 overall with a 4-0 conference record, the Surge, who currently rank no. 2 in the NJCAA polls, will look to continue their winning ways on the road against Cuyahoga Community College on Saturday, January 28th.
Lady Surge stay perfect with an overtime road win over Owens Community College
JAN. 21, 2012 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team beat the Owens Community College Express in overtime by a score of 92 to 84.
In a game featuring two teams currently ranked in the top ten in the NJCAA national poll, the Surge, who currently rank second in the polls, traveled to face undoubtedly the toughest test of the year in 8th ranked Owens. Throughout the first and second half, neither team led by more than six points. In the final Owens possession of regulation, guard Uniqua Mitchell hit a game tying three with 10 seconds left on the clock which would eventually send the game into overtime.
Overtime would prove to be all Cincinnati State. The Surge forced Owens into several turnovers resulting in fast break points while claiming a 10 point lead to ultimately earn the victory. Kara McLemore, who scored 5 big points in the overtime period, led the Surge with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Backcourt teammates Dede Henry and Dominique Fischer each scored 17 points in the victory. Asia Dillingham chipped in with 11 points as the Surge claimed their 17th win of the season.
Staying perfect at 17-0 with a 3-0 conference record, the Cincinnati State Surge will return home to face Columbus State on Wednesday, January 25th at 5:30 PM.
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Lady Surge stay perfect with win on the road against Edison
JAN, 18. 2012- The Cincinnati State women's basketball team beat the Edison Community College Chargers by a score of 83 to 64.
Playing on the road, Edison tested Cincinnati State early on as each team traded buckets throughout the first half. The Surge's Allayah Craighead provided a spark off the bench scoring 12 first half points. Guard Dominique Fischer hit a three pointer before time expired to give Cincinnati State a 2-point lead going into the break.
The Surge hit their stride in the second half. Led by Fischer with 11 second half points, 9 points from Asia Dillingham (pictured) and 8 points from Kara McLemore, Cincinnati State made a run and never looked backed as they cruised to a comfortable 83 to 64 victory. Fischer led all scorers with 21 points to go along with 5 assists. Center Taylor Frazier recorded an impressive 5 blocks to go with 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 steals. Craighead scored 18 points in the victory.
With the win, Cincinnati State is now 16-0 on the season and 2-0 in the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference.
The Surge will return to action on Saturday, January 21st on the road against Owens Community College.
Cincinnati State wins first conference game of the season; stay perfect at 15-0
JAN. 14, 2012- In the first Ohio Community College Athletic Conference matchups of the season, the Cincinnati State women's basketball team beat Lakeland Community College by a score of 83 to 49.
Leading the women to victory was sophomore guard Dominique Fischer who scored 23 points and recorded 6 steals defensively. Cincinnati State's bench scored a combined 40 points led by Allayah Craighead with 14 points and Brittiney Latimer with 11. Taylor Frazier finished with 11 points and 16 rebounds which marked her 8th double-double of the season. With the win, the Surge continue to stay perfect at 15-0 with a 1-0 record in the conference. The Surge, who are ranked no.2 in the NJCAA polls, will return to action on the road against Edison Community College on Wednesday, January 18th.
Lady Surge earn 14th win of the year; stay perfect heading into conference play
JAN. 12, 2012 - Coming off a three week break in between games, the women's program traveled to Columbus to take on the club team of The Ohio State University. The Lady Surge, who are now ranked no. 2 in the most recent NJCAA polls, cruised to a 67 to 46 victory. Sophomore Brittiney Latimer came off the bench to record 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 steals. Kara McLemore followed with 11 points. Dominique Fischer led the Surge in steals with 4 while chipping in with 8 points. With the win, the Lady Surge continue to stay perfect at 14-0 heading into Saturday's conference opener against Lakeland with the scheduled start time slated for 1:00 PM.
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Lady Surge play the role of Santa at Taft Elementary
Members of the Cincinnati State women's basketball team recently visited their adopted class at Taft Elementary in Mount Auburn to deliver Christmas presents to fifth and sixth grade students.
For several months, members of the team have been raising money for the Christmas project at Taft. Students, faculty and staff at Cincinnati State also contributed to help buy presents for the students.
"Our players and coaches were inspired by the smiles on the kids' faces," said Head Coach Ron Harris (pictured above in the back row, far right.) "I think our players have a little bit more motivation to win for their new fans.”
The Lady Surge are undefeated at 13-0 and currently ranked No. 3 in the country in the National Junior College Athletic Association Div. II poll.
Also pictured above from Cincinnati State in the back row are, left to right, Assistant Coach Randall Harris and sophomore players Dominique Fischer, DeDe Henry, Taylor Frazier, Asia Dillingham and Kara McLemore.
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Dominique Fischer's 37 points leads the Surge to victory
DEC. 17, 2011 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team beat Roane State (TN) by a score of 101 to 84. This marked the first time Cincinnati State scored over the century mark this season as they improved to 13-0 on the year.
Cincinnati State's Dominique Fischer took over the game scoring a career high 37 points while shooting 14 for 23 from the field. Brittiney Latimer recorded a double-double with 18 points and 11 total rebounds as did Kara McLemore who finished with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Point guard DeDe Henry led all players in assists with 9 to go along with 18 points on the afternoon. The balanced scoring attack and Fischer's hot shooting hand were enough to overcome a Roane State team who shot 60% from beyond the arc as the Lady Surge streched out the lead late in the game to win by 27.
At 13-0 going into the holiday break, the Lady Surge will not return to action until January 12th against the club team of Ohio State.
Cincinnati State beats up on winless Southeastern Illinois
DEC, 15. 2011 - In their first home game since November 12th, the Cincinnati State Lady Surge beat a winless Southeastern Illinois by 53 points on Thursday night.
Coming into the game at 0-11 on the year, Southeastern Illinois was no match for Cincinnati State's pressure defense as they committed 24 first half turnovers and fell behind 48 to 18 at halftime. In a very balanced Cincinnati State offensive performance, freshman guard Hayle Phillips (Lakota West) led the Surge with 8 points off the bench. Center Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) followed with 7 points to go along with 9 first half rebounds.
Southeastern Illinois continued to struggle to score in the second half as the Lady Surge defense continued to apply pressure. Led by Kara McLemore with 8 and DeDe Henry (Trotwood-Madison) with 6, Cincinnati State recorded a game total of 33 steals on the night. Despite a poor shooting percentage of 40% from the field and 41% from the free throw line, Cincinnati State's defense allowed the Lady Surge to cruise to the 98 to 45 victory. Guard Dominique Fischer and forward Brittiney Latimer (Xenia HS) led the Surge in scoring with 11 points each followed by guard E'dnekqwa Lang (Mason HS) and Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison HS) who both scored 10 points.
Now at 12-0 and ranked 3rd behind no. 1 Johnson County Community College (10-1) and no. 2 Iowa Central Community College (13-1) in the National Junior College Athletic Association's national poll, Cincinnati State will return to action this Saturday at home against Roane State beginning at 1:00 PM.
Lady Surge stay perfect with wins over Morton and Kennedy-King
DEC, 11. 2011 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team extended their win streak to eleven games with decisive road wins over Morton Community College and Kennedy-King Community College.
In a 97 to 21 blowout against Morton on Friday, sophomore Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison HS) led all scorers despite playing limited minutes with 17 points to go along with 4 assists, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals. Freshman E...dnekqwa Lang (Mason HS) took advantage of her opportunity to play and followed McLemore with 13 points on the evening. Starting guards DeDe Henry (Trotwood-Madison) and Dominique Fischer (Flint Southwestern HS) scored 11 points each followed by forward Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) who finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
In Saturday's 94 to 61 win over Kennedy-King, Taylor Frazier put forth her best offensive performance of the season with 24 points while pulling down 14 rebounds in addition to an impressive 5 blocks on the afternoon. This marked Frazier's seventh double-double of the season. Following Frazier was the consistent Kara McLemore who also recorded a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds to go with 6 assists. Sophomore forward Brittiney Latimer (Xenia HS) chipped in with 11 points as the Surge cruised to the 33 point victory.
Now at 11-0 and ranked 3rd behind no. 1 Johnson County Community College (10-1) and no. 2 Iowa Central Community College (13-1) in the National Junior College Athletic Association's national poll, Cincinnati State will return to action at home against Southeastern Illinois College on Thursday, December 15th at 7:30 PM.
Cincinnati State extends win streak to nine games
DEC, 3. 2011 - The Cincinnati State Lady Surge improved to 9-0 on the season with a decisive 94 to 46 road win over Mid-Michigan Community College on the second day of the Buffalo Wild Wings Holiday Classic held on the Muskegon Community College campus.
Coming of a big win against previously undefeated Muskegon Community College, the Lady Surge got off to a fast start and did not look back against a Mid-Michigan program going through the ups and downs of its inaugural season. Sophomore Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison HS) led all scorers with 21 points. McLemore, who is currently 4th in the nation in steals, recorded seven steals to go along with 8 rebounds on the afternoon. Sophomore center Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) recorded her fifth double-double of the year with 16 points and 13 rebounds.
Now at 9-0 and sitting 3rd in the National Junior College Athletic Association's national poll, Cincinnati State will return to action at the Gloria Reeves Tournament December 9th and 10th in Chicago, Illinois.
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Sophomore Kara McLemore named NJCAA National Player of the Week; interviewed on Fox 19
NOV, 24. 2011 - Cincinnati State sophomore Kara McLemore put together her best offensive performances of the young junior college season this week. The Dayton, Ohio native averaged 22.7 points while shooting a phenomenal 67% from the field in Cincinnati State’s three victories over Rio Grande, Southeastern Illinois and Rend Lake. McLemore scored a collegiate career high 27 points against NJCAA D-I institution Southeastern Illinois and 25 points to go along with 10 rebounds against NJCAA D-I institution Rend Lake. On the defensive end, McLemore averaged an impressive 5 steals in Cincinnati State’s three games throughout the week and currently ranks 17th amongst all junior college players in the category. McLemore, who was an NJCAA All-Star participant over the summer, has helped lead the Lady Surge to a 7-0 record and a current national ranking of 3rd in NJCAA D-II.
For more information on Kara and the NJCAA Players of the Week, please visit - https://www.njcaa.org/newsArticle.cfm?articleId=15776 or http://clifton-corryville.fox19.com/news/schools/82280-cincinnati-state-sophomore-tears-league
See Kara and Head Coach Ron Harris on the Fox 19 interview with sports anchor Joe Danneman.
Cincinnati State improves to 7-0; climbs up to third in national poll
NOV, 19. 2011 - The Cincinnati State Lady Surge improved to 7-0 on the year after weekend wins over Southeastern Illinois and Rend Lake.
Against NJCAA D-I institution Southeastern Illinois, sophomore Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison HS) had her best offensive performance of the year. McLemore scored 27 points while shooting nine for 13 from the field. Dominique Fischer scored 15 points followed by Alexis Fitzpatrick (Colerain HS) with 12 points. Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) recorded her third double-double of the season with 10 points and 10 rebounds. DeDe Henry (Trotwood-Madison HS) recorded six steals as Cincinnati State's pressure defense led to an eventual 82-36 victory.
McLemore and the Lady Surge continued their winning ways against Rend Lake with an 80-52 victory. Rend Lake, also a NJCAA D-I member, had no answer for Cincinnati State's agressive play. McLemore scored 25 points and pulled down 10 rebounds. Brittiney Latimer (Xenia HS) scored 13 points followed by Dominique Fischer with 11 points.
Now at 7-0 on the season, the Lady Surge have climbed all the way to #3 in the NJCAA national poll. The team now has a 12-day break until their next game on the road against Muskegon Community College (MI) on December 2.
Cincinnati State stays unbeaten at 5-0
NOV, 14. 2011 - The Lady Surge put on another dominant performance Monday, this time against Rio Grande with an 89-51 road win. The Lady Surge were led by sophomore Kara McLemore who topped all scorers with 16 points to go along with 7 rebounds and 5 steals. Dominique Fischer chipped in 14 points while Asia Dillingham followed with 13 points. Brittiney Latimer finished the game with 11 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals.
Now at 5-0 on the year, the Lady Surge look to extend the good start to the year on the road against Southeastern Illinois on Friday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.
Lady Surge off to a promising 4-0 start on the 2011-2012 season
NOV, 12. 2011 - The Lady Surge improved to 4-0 on the season with wins over NJCAA D-I instituions Lincoln Trail and Rend Lake.
Against Rend Lake, sophomore Brittiney Latimer (Xenia HS) led all scorers for the second game in a row with 19 points. Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) recorded a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds to go along with 4 blocks on the day. Freshman Alexis Fitzpatrick (Colerain) and sophomore Dominique Fischer (Flint Southwestern HS) each record 7 steals in the win. Fischer also scored 16 points. Kara McLemore (Trotwood - Madison) chipped in with 11 points as the Surge cruised to a 85 to 60 victory.
Against Lincoln Trail, the Lady Surge won 93 to 52. Sophomore Brittiney Latimer (Xenia HS) scored 16 points to lead all scorers along with 10 rebounds. Taylor Frazier (Middletown HS) grabbed 12 rebounds to go along with 15 points. Kara McLemore (Trotwood - Madison) and Alexis Fitzpatrick (Colerain) each scored 14 points. McLemore and Latimer also set the tone on defense recorded 6 steals each on the evening. After winning two games against NJCAA D-I teams, Cincinnati State will now turn their focus to Rio Grande on the road on Wednesday, November 14th.
Cincinnati State wins season opener against Delta CC
NOV, 4. 2011 - The Lady Surge won 77-38 over Delta Community College in the opening game of the regulation season. Sophomore guard Dominque Fischer (Flint, Mich.) led the team with 15 points and 6 steals. Sophomore Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison/ Dayton, Ohio) recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds which included 8 offensive rebounds. Cincinnati State's high pressure defense forced 42 Delta turnovers and two shot clock violations. Cincinnati State's bench scored 33 total points led by freshman Hayle Phillips (Lakota West) with 8 points.
Cincinnati State will return to action Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 5:30 pm followed by the men's first game of the year at 7:30 p.m.. All home games are free to students, faculty, and staff with a valid Surge ID.
Lady Surge open 2011-2012 season at home on Sunday
NOV, 4. 2011 - The Cincinnati State women's basketball team will begin regular season play at home this Sunday against Delta CC (MI) at 1:00 pm.
Coming off last year's regional championship and national tournament appearance, the Lady Surge will look to build upon last season's success with a revamped lineup and coaching staff. Former assistant coach Ron Harris was named as interim head coach over this past summer after Cincinnati State Director of Athletics Theresa Check retired from coaching. Harris, who has been with the program for six years, has brought in a number of great players from all around the Midwest region which include a pair of 6'2 forwards Myeisha Cooper from Chicago, Illinois and Regina Young from Detroit, Michigan. New players local to Cincinnati that will be suiting up for the Surge this season include guard Alexis Fitzpatrick from Colerain High School, guard Hayle Phillips from Lakota West, and guard Ednekqwa Lang from Mason.
"We have a great mix of freshman and returning players. Like every year, it is still a work in progress. So far, we have been very excited with how the team has performed in practice and in the preseason," coach Ron Harris said.
Six sophomores will return from last year's team highlighted by Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison / Dayton, OH) who played in the NJCAA Women's Basketball Coaches' Association's All-Star Event at Pensacola State College (FL) over the summer. The event is extended to the top thirty-six returning junior college players. Other returning players include guard Derricka Henry (Trotwood-Madison / Dayton, OH), forward Asia Dillingham (Western Hills / Cincinnati, OH), guard Dominique Fischer (Southwestern / Flint, MI), forward Taylor Frazier (Middletown / Middletown, OH), and forward Brittiney Latimer (Xenia / Xenia, OH).
"Everyone on this team wants to win," sophomore Asia Dillingham said. "It is why we go through all the hard practices, all the running and all the workouts. We felt we were the best team in the country last year and we are going to go out and show it this year."
The game on Sunday against Delta CC is free admission to students, faculty and staff with the presentation of a valid Surge I.D.
Kara McLemore to participate in NJCAA All-Star event in Florida
May 10, 2011 - Freshman standout guard Kara McLemore (Trotwood-Madison) has been selected to participate in the 2011 NJCAA Women's Basketball Coaches' Association's All-Star Event at Pensacola State College (FL). The event invitation is extended to the top 36 returning players in the National Junior College Athletic Association.
McLemore, who earned OCCAC honorable mention as a freshman, averaged 10.5 points and 7.6 rebounds per game while coming off the bench for the Surge. The former Trotwood-Madison standout helped lead the Cincinnati State women's basketball team to their first ever appearance in the D-II NJCAA National Tournament.
The event will begin July 8th with two practices per team. On July 9th games will be at 4 and 6pm followed by games on July 10th at 12pm and 2pm.
Tyeisha Mitchell signs with D-II program in Minnesota
APRIL, 2011 - The Lady Surge's Tyeisha Mitchell has signed a letter of intent to play for Concordia University, St.Paul for the fall of 2011.
The 5'8 guard from Racine, Wisconsin averaged 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals per game in her sophomore year at Cincinnati State. Mitchell earned a named for herself in NJCAA D-II Tournament gaining recognition from numerous programs across the country as she nearly doubled her scoring average scoring a total of 68 points in a four game stretch. In her two year's at Cincinnati State, Tyeisha helped lead the Lady Surge to a 45 - 21 record which includes a conference championship in 2010 and a regional championship in 2011.
Lady Surge end season with three straight victories
MAR. 22, 2011 - Finishing the season off right after a tough two point loss in the first round of the NJCAA National Tournament, Cincinnati State won three straight games to win the consolation bracket.
The Lady Surge entered the tournament ranked 13th in the national poll. After beating North Platte, Kankakee, and Kalamazoo Valley, Cincinnati State earned the final season rank of 7th in the nation with an overall record of 24 - 11. This marks the best finish the Lady Surge have had since transitioning to NJCAA D-II competition.
This also marks the fourth Cincinnati State team to play in the national tournament of their league over the past year. In 2010 the men’s basketball team, men’s golf and men’s soccer all accomplished the same feat.
"The girls showed alot of character on and off the court," assistant coach Ron Harris says. "We represented Cincinnati State in the upmost fashion during the trip."
Saturday’s game against Kalamazoo was a see-saw affair, marked by 23 lead changes and 13 ties. Shardai Morrison-Fountain led the scoring for Cincinnati State with 23 points, followed by Javonna Saddler with 19, Asia Dillingham with 12 and Kara McLemore with 10. Morrison-Fountain, who scored her 1,000th career point over the weekend, would be named to the NJCAA All-Tournament Team.
"Its good to go out playing well and as a winner in my last game," sophomore Javonna Saddler said after recording a double-double against Kalamazoo Valley.
Cincinnati State Head Coach Theresa Check had put together a brutal early schedule in the pre-season and the start of the regular season, which helped toughen her team for the rest of the year. The result: A team that left the Cincinnati State campus on March 13 ranked No. 13 in the nation came home from the national tournament in East Peoria, Ill., ranked No. 7.
Saddler and Morrison Fountain named to All-Conference Team
MAR, 2011- Cincinnati State sophomore guard Shardai Morrison-Fountain and sophomore forward Javonna Saddler were named to the OCCAC All-Conference 1st Team for their outstanding play in the 2010-2011 season.
Morrison-Fountain, who finished second in conference M.V.P. voting, ranked 20th in the nation in points averaging nearly 19 per game and first in the nation in steals averaging 5.1 per game. The Columbus, Ohio native was also named OCCAC Region XII Tournament MVP for her play during the Lady Surge's run to winning the tournament championship. Shardai has signed a letter of intent to play for Rio Grande of the NAIA for the fall of 2011.
Javonna Saddler, a local from Shroder Paideia High School, spent the majority of the season anchoring down the front court for Cincinnati State. As a natural guard, Saddler transitioned quickly to playing down low as she often out rebounded players who had a significant size advantage. Saddler averaged 14 points and 3.3 steals per game ranking 21st in the category. Her best game of the season came against Sinclair CC recording 31 points and 15 rebounds. Central State (Centerville,OH), Marygrove (Detroit,MI), and East Texas are among the options next fall for the versatile forward.
Also receiving recognition as an honorable mention was freshman Kara McLemore. The Dayton, Ohio native played a crucial role coming off the bench averaging 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.
Javonna Saddler named NJCAA Player of Week
Feb. 2, 2011 - Cincinnati State sophomore Javonna Saddler earned National D-II Junior College Player of the Week honors for outstanding performances against Sinclair and Daley College. Saddler recorded 31 points and 15 rebounds against Sinclair on January 26th followed by a 19 point, 13 rebounds, 5 assists, and 7 steal game against Daley on January 29th. Saddler, a Cincinnati native from Schroder Padeia, is the second Lady Surge player to earn the national recognition joining teammate Shardai Morrison-Fountain. Cincinnati State is currently on a 7-game win streak and ranked 12th in the NJCAA polls.
Shardai Morrison-Fountain named National D-II Player of the Week
Jan. 20, 2011 - Cincinnati State’s Shardai Morrison-Fountain has been named NJCAA Player of the Week. The 5’5” guard guided her team to a 2-1 record in games on January 12th, 15th, and 19th, including a victory against #5 Owens CC; the loss came against D-I opponent #4 Vincennes. Over the three games, Shardai averaged 28.0 points on 49% shooting, 3.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 4.3 steals. In conference play, the Columbus, Ohio native is averaging 31.0 points a game and ranks 14th in overall scoring in NJCAA Division II. Fountain has signed a letter of intent to play next fall for NAIA's Rio Grande.
Lady Surge moving on…
APRIL, 2010 - Guard Tamara Sneed accepted an offer to play at Central State University, a Division-II program in Wilberforce, Ohio. Forward Na’Tasha Farr has committed to Lane College in Jackson, Tennessee.
“Its an exciting time for our girls,” Coach Theresa Check said. “It is always our goal to see our players move on to four-year schools.”
During their time at Cincinnati State, Farr and Sneed led the Surge to back-to-back conference championships. Sneed averaged 14 points and 7 rebounds per game in her two years starting for the Surge. Farr averaged 11 points and 8 rebounds per game.
CINCINNATI STATE NJCAA ALL-AMERICANS
Angel Minton 1991-1992
Chris Clark 1992-1993
Michelle Martin 1993-1994
Shelly Neal 1995-1996
Rae Keith 1997-1998
Naomi Bronson 1998-1999
Shavon Bell 1999-2000
Delvona Oliver 2000-2001
Christina Estrict 2001-2001
Crystal Norman 2003-2004
Sasha Sales 2006-2007
Heather Hassloch 2008-2009
Ron Harris, Interim Head Coach
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