2010-11 WBB Media Guide - College of Southern Idaho Athletics

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Guide Directory ....................................................................................................................... 1 

Quick Facts .............................................................................................................................. 2 

2010-11 Team Roster ............................................................................................................... 3 

2010-11 Outlook ...................................................................................................................... 4 

Head Coach Profile .................................................................................................................. 6 

Assistant Coach Profiles .......................................................................................................... 8 

Player Profiles ........................................................................................................................ 10 

2009-10 Stats and Region 18 Standings ................................................................................ 19 

2009-10 Leaders ..................................................................................................................... 20 

Topping the Charts ................................................................................................................. 21 

2009-10 Game Results ........................................................................................................... 22 

2010-11 Schedule ................................................................................................................... 23 

Continuing Success ................................................................................................................ 24 

President and Athletic Director .............................................................................................. 28 

Behind the Scenes .................................................................................................................. 29 

CSI Athletic Success .............................................................................................................. 30 

CSI Athletic Facilities ............................................................................................................ 32 

CSI Campus ........................................................................................................................... 34 

Twin Falls and the Magic Valley ............................................................................................ 36 

CSI In the Polls ...................................................................................................................... 38 

Sponsor Page .......................................................................................................................... 39 

Region 18 Opponents ............................................................................................................. 40 

2010-2011 CSI Women’s Basketball Media Guide 

About the Cover and Inside Cover: Five sophomores and a sophomore transfer hope to lead the College of 

Southern Idaho women’s basketball team back to Salina, Kansas, and the NJCAA National Tournament. 

This publication was produced by Karen Baumert, CSI sports information director. Doug Maughan did the 

photography for the mug shots. Graphic design on the cover and pages 3, 30-37 was done by Tereasa Bendele. 

Andy Arenz took the action photography throughout the guide. 

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Table of Contents

General Information 

Location: Twin Falls, Idaho 

Founded: 1964 

Enrollment: 8,500 

President: Jerry Beck 

Athletic Director: Joel Bate 

Conference: Scenic West Athletic Conference 

Region: 18 

Athletic Affiliation: NJCAA, Division I 

Nickname: Golden Eagles 

Colors: Gold and Black 

Website: www.csi.edu 

Home Facility: CSI Gymnasium (3,500 capacity) 

Athletics Office Manager: Ginger Nukaya, 732-6486 

Team Physicians: Dr. Thad Scholes 

Dr. Mark McKain 

Orthopedic Surgeon: Dr. William May 

Athletic Trainer: Richard Bingham, 732-6481 

Physical Therapist: Julie Ellis 

Team Chiropractor: Dr. David Long 

Academic Advisor: Kat Powell, 732-6548 

Head Men’s BB Coach: Steve Gosar, 732-6498 

Asst. Men’s BB Coaches: Josh Dees, 732-6496 

Ryan Devlin, 732-6476 

Volunteer Asst. MBB Coach: Colby Blaine 

Head VB Coach: Heidi Cartisser, 732-6485 

Asst. VB Coach: Erin Mellinger, 732-6492 

Volunteer Asst. VB Coach: Babes Kalulu, 732-6492 

Head Baseball Coach: Boomer Walker, 732-6491 

Asst. BB Coaches: Kris Welker, 732-6491/732-6650 

Skip Walker, 732-6477/732-6650 

Head Softball Coach: Nick Baumert, 732-6494 

Asst. Softball Coach: Debbie Dodds, 732-6495 

Volunteer Asst. SB Coach: Desi Thomson, 732-6495 

Head Rodeo Coach: Steve Birnie, 732-6620 

Asst. Rodeo Coach: Brian Tubbs, 732-6620 

CSI Board of Trustees: Chairman Dr. Thad Scholes, 

Dr. Allen Frost, Donna Brizee, Karl Kleinkopf and 

Bob Keegan 

SID: Karen Baumert 

Office Phone: (208) 732-6493 

E-mail Address: kbaumert@csi.edu 

Fax: (208) 734-0245 

Website: www.csi.edu 

Spor ts Information 

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Team Information 

2009-10 Record: 22-9 

Returning Starters: 2 

Returning Non-Starters: 3 

Newcomers: 8 

2009-10 SWAC Finish: Second 

2009-10 Region 18 Tournament Finish: Third 

NJCAA National Tournament Appearances: 6 

Basketball Information 

Head Coach: Randy Rogers, (9th year at CSI) 

208-732-6480 

Overall Record as Collegiate Head Coach: 

207-58 (winning % of .781) 

Assistant Coach: Tessa Balsick, 208-732-6490 

Volunteer Asst. Coach: Nakeya Isabell, 208-732-6480 

Mailing Address: CSI Women’s Basketball 

315 Falls Ave. 

P.O. Box 1238 

Twin Falls, ID 83303-1238 

E-mail Addresses: rrogers@csi.edu 

tbalsick@csi.edu 

nisabell3@gmail.com 

Marketing & Athletic Promotions 

Coordinator:Jason Vickrey 

Office Phone: (208) 732-6482 

E-mail Address: jvickrey@csi.edu 

Fax: (208) 734-0245 

On the Air 

Listen to all the action live 

on 1450 AM Jonathan Drew. 

If you aren’t in the Twin Falls 

area, go to www.csi.edu/athletics 

and click on listen live 

to hear all the CSI basketball 

games on your computer.

Southern Idaho Basketball 

2010-2011 Roster 

No. Name Ht. Pos. Class Hometown (High School) 

3 Kylie Hardison 5-9 G So. Pocatello, Idaho 

4 Guilhermina El-Mir 5-8 G Fr. Bankstown, Australia 

10 Tayllor Gipson 5-7 G Fr. Los Angeles, Calif. 

12 Felicity Jones 5-7 G So. Tremonton, Utah 

14 Kylee Schierman 5-10 G/F Fr. Portland, Ore. 

20 Taylor Altenberg 6-0 G/F Fr. Elko, Nevada 

21 Holly Checketts 5-9 G So. Preston, Idaho 

22 Tina Fakahafua 5-10 G/F So. Salt Lake City, Utah 

24 Kyler Parai 5-7 G Fr. Hamilton, New Zealand 

30 Laurel Kearsley 6-0 F/C So. Victor, Idaho 

31 Mechela Barnes 5-6 G Fr. Tacoma, Wash. 

32 Chakala Carthen 5-8 G Fr. Sparks, Nev. 

42 Fanny Cavallo 6-0 C Fr. Lorques, France 

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5 returners and 9 newcomers focus on bringing 

home CSI’s 10th national championship 

When the College of Southern Idaho women’s basketball team 

takes the court for the 2010-2011 season, it won’t look much like 

any team Golden Eagle head coach Randy Rogers has recruited in 

his eight years at CSI. 

In fact, if you lined up all 13 girls from shortest to tallest, figuring 

out what positions the players play might be difficult. The shortest 

Golden Eagle is 5-6. The tallest - 6 foot. 

So don’t expect this year’s team to play a half-court game. Fans 

will be treated to fast-paced, aggressive, intense 40 minutes each 

contest. 

“I know we will be undersized,” Rogers said. “But I really love 

working with this group of kids and one thing I know for sure is that 

they will play hard.” 

While the Golden Eagles return All-American Laurel Kearsley (6- 

0 post from Victor), this won’t be a team of individuals or standout 

players. It will be a team of parts that are interchangeable. 

Most every player on the team will see time at a guard position except 

maybe Kearsley and freshman Fanny Cavallo (6-0 Center) from 

France. Those two six-footers will anchor the 

Golden Eagles inside. 

Joining them at times down low will be 

returning player Tina Fakahafua (5-10 guard/ 

forward from Salt Lake City), sophomore 

transfer Taylor Altenburg (6-0 guard/forward 

from Elko, Nev.), freshmen Kylee Schierman 

(5-10 guard/forward from Portland, Ore.) 

and Chakala Carthen (5-8 guard Sparks, 

Nev.). 

“All six of those players are agressive and 

relentless on the boards,” Rogers said. “They 

will surprise some teams with their quickness 

and activity around the basket.” 

Defining who the starting point guard will 

be is even more difficult than determing what 

position all the CSI players will play. 

Returning starter Felicity Jones (5-7 guard 

from Utah) could see some time at the point 

guard position but will likely be expected to 

play in the 2-spot. She will be CSI’s defensive 

stopper and will likely battle for top 

rebounding honors each game. 

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to run players in and out of the game and not lose 

our defensive intensity,” Rogers said. “We need to 

be deep to be able to be successful at the type of 

game we want to play.” 

The Golden Eagles will have to get past defending 

Region 18 champion North Idaho College and 

the rest of the competitive teams in the conference if 

they want to punch their ticket to the NJCAA National 

Tournament. 

NIC opens the 2010-2011 season ranked No. 6 in 

the NJCAA pre-season poll. CSI comes in at 12th 

and Salt Lake is in the 26th spot. 

Colorado Northwestern is much improved and will 

challenge teams in the SWAC more than it has in 

awhile. Snow College and CEU are always difficult 

matchups on their home courts. 

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2010 Outlook 

Rogers also can look to newcomers Guilhermina 

El-Mir (5-8 guard from Australia), Kyler 

Parai (5-7 guard from New Zealand), Mechela 

Barnes (5-6 guard from Tacoma) or Tayllor 

Gipson (5-7 guard from California) to bring the 

ball down for the Golden Eagles. 

“We have a lot of options,” Rogers said. “All 

five of those players can really shoot the ball 

and will be the starting point on our full-court 

pressure.” 

In the 2- or 3-guard position, returning Holly 

Checketts (5-9 from Preston) and Kylie Hardison 

(5-9 from Pocatello) will give the Golden 

Eagles experience and depth. 

“The strength of this team will be our ability

Pictured in the top row 

left to right are Coach 

Rogers’ daughters: Jordan, 

Kyla, Tristan and 

Lauren. Pictured in the 

bottom row are Randy 

and his wife Stacy. 

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Randy Rogers 

Head Coach 

8th Season 

Never settling for mediocre, Randy Rogers brought a relentless pursuit of 

perfection to CSI when he took the job in 2002. It has paid off. In his second 

season, Rogers brought home a regular-season championship, Region 18 

Tournament championship and a NJCAA consolation championship. The next 

year, he did even better. The Golden Eagles, not only won the Scenic West 

Athletic Conference title, the Region 18 Tournament title and ended the season 

ranked No. 1 in the NJCAA poll. That year, CSI brought home runner-up 

hardware at the national tournament, finishing higher than any Region 18 team 

has ever finished. 

In his eight years at CSI, Rogers has posted a 207-58 overall record and a 

Region 18 record of 117-29. Named Region 18 coach of the year in 2003-04, 

2004-05, 2007-8 and 2008-09, Rogers has coached 10 All-Americans, nine 

academic All-Americans and won four SWAC Championships, four runnerup 

SWAC finishes and three Region 18 Championships. His teams have been 

nationally ranked since the 2003-04 season. During his time at CSI, he has 

helped 34 players go on to compete at a 4-year college or university. 

An intense coach, Rogers focuses on teaching fundamentals, playing aggressive hard-nosed defense and running when 

at all possible. His philosophy is simple - work hard and positive results will follow. 

Rogers came to CSI from Spring Creek High School where his teams qualified for the state tournament in each of 

his five seasons. He was named coach of the year in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2002. He holds a conference record of 

50-10 (.833) and an overall record of 92-49. Rogers earned his bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in physical 

education. Prior to attending Utah State, he attended Salt Lake CC and Dixie State College. 

Rogers has four daughters: Tristan, Lauren, Kyla and Jordan. He is married to Stacy.

Rogers coached the first 

Region 18 women’s team to 

play in the NJCAA National 

Championship game, leading 

the Golden Eagles to a 

second-place finish nationally 

in 2004-05. 

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“Tessa is incredibly organized and a 

great teacher of fundamentals. She 

stresses the little things that will make 

us better.” 

-Randy Rogers 

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Tessa Balsick 

Assistant Coach 

2nd Season 

Tessa Balsick begins her second season with the Golden Eagles as 

the women’s assistant basketball coach. 

Balsick completed her master’s degree in physical education from 

Emporia State University in Emporia, Kan. While there, she served 

as a graduate assistant for the women’s basketball team. In those two 

years (2007-2009), ESU women’s basketball compiled a 49-14 record 

with two conference championships and two national tournament 

appearances, including a Sweet 16 performance in 2008 at the NCAA 

Division II level. 

“Tessa is a huge asset to the women’s basketball program at the 

College of Southern Idaho,” said head coach Randy Rogers. “She has 

a lot of energy, excitement and coaching experience. We are thrilled we 

have her.” 

A native of Monument, Colo., Balsick was a state high school all-star at Lewis Palmer High School. She 

played one year of basketball at Metro State in Denver before finishing her bachelor’s degree at Colorado State 

University. 

After graduating from CSU, Balsick coached 

at Douglas County High School in Castle Rock, 

Colo. and worked closely with the women’s 

basketball program at the United States Air Force 

Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.

“We are very excited to have Nakeya helping us this season. She knows how to relate to 

the players, while keeping a necessary level of respect. She brings that Division I playing 

experience into every one of our practices.” -Randy Rogers 

Brittany Stutzman 

“Brittany is an amazing manager. I don’t ever have to ask her to do anything twice 

and she always has everything ready to go with a great attitude. She allows us to 

do our job as coaches even better.” Coach Rogers 

Manager 

Fruitland, Idaho 

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Nakeya Isabell 

Volunteer Assistant Coach 

1st Season 

Nakeya Isabell joins the Golden Eagles for the second time in her 

career, this time as a volunteer assistant coach. Isabell left her mark on 

CSI women’s basketball as a player in 2004-2005. She led the Golden 

Eagles into the NJCAA National Championship game and a 34-2 

overall record. She averaged 9.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 

3.7 steals for CSI that season, earning Region 18 first-team honors and 

All American honors. 

From CSI, she transferred to Pepperdine University, playing there 

for three years. She holds records for the Waves in career and season 

steals as well as season and career assists.

5-9 - Guard 

Sophomore 

Pocatello, Idaho - #3 

Kylie Hardison 

“Kylie has come back for her sophomore season with more confidence in all aspects 

of her game. She gives us a deep threat from the outside. Kylie understands what 

the coaching staff wants. Look for her to be a big par t of our success.” 

Coach Rogers 

At CSI: Kylie playted in 27 games for the Golden Eagles as a 

freshman, star ting in six. She scored a college career high of eight points 

against College of Eastern Utah. 

Before CSI: A two-spor t athlete at Highland High School, Kylie 

played basketball and soccer for the Rams, leading the basketball team 

to district championships twice in the four years she star ted. Her junior 

season, Highland took second in the district in basketball. 

As a senior, Kylie earned second team all-district honors in basketball 

and in soccer. 

She also was selected to play in the basketball all-star game in 2009. 

Up Close with Kylie 

Favorite Playground Equipment: The Swings 

Favorite Perfume: Hollister 

Favorite Pop: Sprite 

I wish someone would invent: a car that can drive itself. 

The greatest invention of my lifetime is: texting. 

Hidden Talent: I can do Yo Yo tricks. 

Favorite Fruit: Strawberries 

I can’t bear the sound of: people chomping their food. 

Favorite CSI instructor: Whitney Smith 

Interesting Fact: I am very superstitious. 

Favorite Food: Mashed Potatoes 

Potato Chips or French Fries 

Bike or Scooter 

Clean Freak or Total Slob 

Small Town or Big City 

Cabin or Tent 

Love to Win or Hate to Lose 

This or That 

Go With the Flow or Stick with 

the Routine 

Leader or Follower 

Talk or Listen 

Social Butterfly or Wallflower 

Casual or Dress Up 

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2009-10 Stats 

Games ...................................................................................27 

Field Goals Made ...........................................................25 

Field Goals Att. .............................................................64 

Field Goal % ............................................................. .391 

Free Throws Made ......................................................... 13 

Free Throws Att. ..............................................................16 

Free Throw % ............................................................. .813 

Rebounds ..............................................................................38 

Points Per Game ..........................................................2.6 

3-Pointers Made ..................................................................7 

3-Pointers Att. ................................................................25 

3-Point % .................................................................... .280 

Assists .....................................................................................16 

Steals .........................................................................................8 

Blocked Shots.......................................................................1 

Turnovers ................................................................................14 

2009-10 Game Highs 

Points ...........8 vs. College Eastern Utah (01/14/10) 

Rebounds ..............................................................3 five times 

Assists ...................................................................2 four tines 

Steals ...........2 vs, College Eastern Utah (01/14/10) 

Blocked shots ...................... 1 vs. CNCC (02/25/10) 

3-Pointers ..............2 vs. Snow College (02/13/10) 

Free Throws Made ..........................................2 five times

5-7 - Guard - 

Sophomore 

Tremonton, Utah - #12 

Felicity “Flip” Jones 

“Flip brings leadership to our team. Her ability to apply constant pressure ranks her 

as one of the best defensive players in the country. She is still trying to overcome 

missing the majority of fall workouts due to an injury but is making progress. She also 

gives us an aggressive perimeter penetrator from the guard spot .” Coach Rogers 

At CSI: Felicity played in 30 games for CSI, star ting for the Golden 

Eagles the last half of the season. She ranked third on the team in steals 

per game and assists per game. 

Before CSI: Felicity played basketball and soccer at Bear River High 

School all four years she attended. 

During her career, Felicity was named co-MVP of her league twice, 

first team all-state once, honorable mention all-state once and second 

team all-state once in basketball. 

She also earned the distinction of being a McDonald’s All-American 

nominee. 

Up Close with Felicity 

One thing I am not good at is: singing. 

When I was a kid, I accidently swallowed: a penny. 

A one-word description of myself is: outging. 

The things that are impor tant to me right now are: basketball and my 

family. 

I can’t stand the smell of: onions. 

Favorite Playground Equipment: Swings 

Favorite Cereal: Fruity Pebbles 

Lucky Number: 12 

Favorite Day of the Week: Friday 

Funniest Movie: The Hangover 

Reality Show or Sitcom 


Laugh Out Loud or Giggle 

Tent or Cabin 

Street Smar t or Book Smar t 

Morning or Night 

This or That 

Worry War t or Worry Free 

Long Hair or Shor t Hair 

Spender or Saver 

Mild or Spicy 



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2009-10 Stats 

Games ...................................................................................30 

Field Goals Made ............................................................57 

Field Goals Att. .............................................................176 

Field Goal % ............................................................. .324 

Free Throws Made ....................................................... 23 

Free Throws Att. ............................................................25 

Free Throw % .......................................................... .657 

Rebounds .............................................................................100 

Points Per Game ........................................................... 4.9 

3-Pointers Made ..................................................................9 

3-Pointers Att. ..................................................................41 

3-Point % ................................................................. .220 

Assists .....................................................................................48 

Steals .....................................................................................40 

Blocked Shots......................................................................2 

Turnovers ..............................................................................56 


Points ..........................14 vs. Nor th Idaho (03/05/10) 

Rebounds ............................................................10 two times 

Assists ...................................................................5 two times 

Steals .......... 5 vs. College Eastern Utah (01/14/10) 

Blocked shots .................................................... 1 two times 

3-Pointers ....................................................2 Three times 

Free Throws Made . 6 vs. Nor th Idaho (03/05/10)

5-9 - Guard - 

Sophomore 

Preston, Idaho - #21 

Holly Checketts 

“Holly is a sophomore that the coaching staff feels can step in and give us good 

minutes. She is an improved shooter from the perimeter and someone who we can 

count on to give us great effor t on the defensive end..” Coach Rogers 

At CSI: Holly played in 20 games for the Golden Eagles as a freshman. 

She scored a season-high nine points and five rebounds against Snow 

College. 

Before CSI: A three-spor t athlete at Preston High School, Holly lettered 

in soccer four years, basketball two years and softball two years. 

She earned All-Valley honors in soccer and softball. 

In her two years on the varsity basketball team, Holly was named 

Player of the Week twice, earned 5th District Player of the Year, was 

named to the All-Valley team and earned 4A second team all-state honors. 

Up Close with Holly 

I wouldn’t be caught dead: dancing in public. 

Favorite Food: Cereal 

One word to describe Golden Eagle Basketball is: intense. 

My favorite board game: Monopoly 

When I was growing up I wanted to be: a school teacher. 

Now, I want to be: a graphic designer. 

Favorite Fruit: Peaches 

Twin Falls is different from where I am from because: it is bigger and there 

are no mountains. 

Favorite Fast Food Restaurant: Subway 

Favorite Motivational Saying: “Don’t just wish for it, work for it.” 

Stay In or Go Out 



Tent or Cabin 



This or That 

Play to Win or Play to have Fun 



Mild or Spicy 



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2009-10 Stats 

Games ...................................................................................20 

Field Goals Made .............................................................12 

Field Goals Att. ..............................................................38 

Field Goal % ............................................................ .316 

Free Throws Made ........................................................... 4 

Free Throws Att. ...............................................................6 

Free Throw % ............................................................ .667 

Rebounds .............................................................................32 

Points Per Game ............................................................1.5 

3-Pointers Made ..................................................................1 

3-Pointers Att. .....................................................................8 

3-Point % .................................................................... .125 

Assists ...................................................................................... 11 

Steals .......................................................................................5 

Blocked Shots......................................................................0 

Turnovers ..............................................................................22 


Points ...........................9 vs. Snow College (11/21/09) 

Rebounds ..................5 vs. Snow College (11/21/09) 

Assists ..................................................................2 four times 

Steals ...................................................................... 1 five times 

3-Pointers ..................1 vs. Snow College (11/21/09) 

Free Throws Made 2 vs. Snow College (11/21/09)

5-10 - Guard/Forward - 

Sophomore 

Salt Lake City, Utah - #22 

Tina Fakahafua 

“Tina is our most tenacious player. She plays with a lot of passion. She plays much 

bigger than her height. Tina will step in this year with more minutes. Look for her to 

be a double-double player this year..” Coach Rogers 

At CSI: Tina played in 24 games as a freshman, scoring a season-high 

10 points against Central Arizona. She had five rebounds in five different 

games. 

Before CSI: A three-year letterman at Judge Memorial High School, 

Tina led her team to region championships in 2007, 2008 and 2009 as 

well as a four th-place finish at state in 2008. 

Tina earned all-state accolades as a sophomore, junior and senior. In 

2009, she was named 3A MVP of her league and was a McDonald’s All- 

American nominee. 

Tina also played on the Salt Lake Metro AAU team. 

Up Close with Tina 

Hanging on my bedroom wall is: my family por trait. 

What’s impor tant to me right now is: my schooling. 

Lucky Number : 10 

Biggest Fear: Heights 

One word to describe me would be: loving. 

Favorite Playground Equipment: Swings 

Favorite Cereal: Frosted Flakes 

Favorite Twin Falls Hangout: The Movies 

Favorite Pop: Mountain Dew 

Favorite sit-down restaurant: Chilli’s 




Tent or Cabin 



This or That 




Causual or Dress Up 


Dreamer or Doer 

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2009-10 Stats 

Games .................................................................................. 24 

Field Goals Made ............................................................20 

Field Goals Att. ..............................................................60 

Field Goal % ............................................................ .333 

Free Throws Made .........................................................23 

Free Throws Att. .............................................................39 

Free Throw % ............................................................ .590 

Rebounds .............................................................................64 

Points Per Game ...........................................................2.9 

3-Pointers Made ................................................................6 

3-Pointers Att. ..................................................................21 

3-Point % ................................................................... .286 

Assists ......................................................................................18 

Steals .......................................................................................18 

Blocked Shots......................................................................0 

Turnovers ...............................................................................29 


Points ......................10 vs. Central Arizona (11/14/09) 

Rebounds ..............................................................5 five times 

Assists ...........................................4 vs. SLCC (11/19/09) 

Steals ...........................3 vs. Eastern Utah (02/27/10) 

3-Pointers ...............2 vs. Central Arizona(11/14/09) 

Free Throws Made .........................................4 two times

Laurel Kearsley 

“Laurel brings great leadership on and off the cour t. She is an All-American who 

is very aggressive on the boards and has the ability to stretch the defense with her 

3-point shot.” Coach Rogers 

At CSI: Laurel was a first-team Region 18 selection as a freshman 

as well as a NJCAA All-American. She led the Eagles in rebounds and 

ranked four th in scoring and assists and second in steals per game. 

Before CSI: A three-spor t athlete at Teton High School, Laurel 

fnished her high school career with eight league championships spanning 

volleyball, basketball and softball. Twice she helped her high school 

softball team to four th-place finishes at state and as a senior, she led her 

basketball team to a four th-place finish. 

Laurel earned Player of the Year honors in basketball and softball for 

District 6. 

Up Close with Laurel 

6-0- Post 

Sophomore 

Victor, Idaho - #30 

Twin Falls is different from where I am from because: it is bigger, and 

doesn’t have farms. 

The things that are impor tant to me right now are: my friends and family. 

A one-word description of myself: Unique 

I can’t stand the smell of: someone wearing too much perfume. 

Interesting Fact: I have 29 nieces and nephews, with two on the way. 

I am not good at: golf. 

Favorite Fruit: Watermelon 

Biggest Fear: Losing Loved Ones 

Favorite Book: New Moon 

I love the smell of: the forest. 

Tanning Oil or Sunscreen 






This or That 




Mild or Spicy 



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2009-10 Stats 

Games ....................................................................................31 

Field Goals Made ...........................................................121 

Field Goals Att. ............................................................241 

Field Goal % ........................................................... .502 

Free Throws Made ..........................................................73 

Free Throws Att. .............................................................101 

Free Throw % ............................................................ .723 

Rebounds ...........................................................................248 

Points Per Game .........................................................10.6 

3-Pointers Made ...............................................................13 

3-Pointers Att. ................................................................35 

3-Point % ..................................................................... .371 

Assists ....................................................................................44 

Steals .....................................................................................50 

Blocked Shots..................................................................33 

Turnovers ..............................................................................55 


Points .........................18 vs. Eastern Utah (02/05/10) 

Rebounds ...............14 vs. Midland College (11/13/09) 

Assists ...........................................7 vs. CNCC(01/16/10) 

Steals .................................................................5 three times 

Blocked shots ................................................3 three times 

3-Pointers ......................................................2 three times 

Free Throws Made 7 vs. Central Arizona (11/14/09)

5-8 

Guard 

Freshman 

Bankstown, Australia 

#4 

This or That 


Mild or Spicy 







Night Light or Completely Dark 



Tayllor Gipson 

“Tayllor is the youngest player on the team but has had a great fall workout. She has such 

a thirst to learn and get better. We are excited to watch her grow.” Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: Tayllor lettered four years, three at Washington Prep High 

School and her senior year at Palmdale High School, earning second team 

all-league as a sophomore and first team all-league as a junior and senior. In 

2008-09 and 2009-2010, Tayllor was runner up for Player of the Year in her 

league. 

She was selected to play in two all-star games in 2010 and earned MVP 

honors at both of them. 

Up Close with Tayllor 

What’s impor tant to me right now is: getting a good education and a college 

degree. 

Favorite Food: French Fries and Pizza 

I am not good at: Math 

Hidden Talent: I can skateboard. 

Favorite kind of cookie: Peanut Butter 

Favorite Toy as a Child: Nintendo 64 

Favorite Fruit: Strawberries 

“Guilli is a very athletic guard that can create shots for her teammates. She is a very 

unselfish player that would rather pass than shoot. Her quickness gives us another powerful 

defensive player.” Coach Rogers 

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Guilhermina El-Mir 

Before CSI: Guilhermina played state softball and track and field at 

Blakehurst High School. 

Outside of school, she played for the Sydney Comets in the Australian 

Basketball League, leading them to the championship last year. She averaged 

16 points and 10 assists per game. 

Before playing for the Sydney Comets, she played for the Bankston Bruins 

for three years, making it to the semifinals every year. 

Up Close with Guilhermina 

My first impression of Twin Falls was: that it is quiet. 

Hidden Talent: Cooking 

What I’m not good at: Juggling 

I can’t stand the smell of: milk. 

Favorite Vegatable: Corn 

Favorite Fast Food Place: KFC 

Favorite Fruit: Pineapple 

One word description of myself: Caring 

5-7 

Guard 

Freshman 

Los Angeles, Calif. 

#10 

This or That 



Beaches or Mountains 

Tent or Cabin 






Mild or Spicy 


Casual or Dress Up

5-10 

Guard/Forward 

Freshman 

Por tland, Ore. 

#14 

This or That 




Tent or Cabin 




Dogs or Cats 


Mild or Spicy 




Taylor Altenburg 

“Taylor is our most versatile player. She can shoot the three as well as play inside at the 

4/5 position. She brings Division I experience that allows her to help with the development 

of the younger players. Look for Taylor to play a lot of minutes for us this season.” 

Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: Taylor transfers to CSI from New Mexico State University 

where she played her freshman season. 

Prior to attending New Mexico State, Taylor graduated from Elko High 

School. She was a 3-spor t athlete, competing in volleyball, basketball and 

track and field. 

She holds the scoring and rebounding record at her high school and earned 

first team all-league and first team all-region honors as well as MVP of Elko 

County. 

Up Close with Taylor 

If I could star t my own restaurant, it would be: a sushi restaurant named “365”, 

because it would always be open. 

Favorite Food: Sushi 

Funniest Movie: Step Brothers 

My favorite toy as a child was: Barbie. 

Favorite Donut: Chocolate 

Favorite Sit-Down Restaurant: PF Changs 

Favorite Board Game: Uno 

Kylee Schierman 

“After missing most all of the preseason, Kylee is star ting to develop both offensively and 

defensively. Expect Kylee to have a big impact this season as she gets more time on the 

cour t.” Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: A two-spor t athlete at Central Catholic High School, Kylee 

led her teams to conference championships every year in volleyball and basketball. 

As a sophomore and junior, Kylee was a par t of her high school team that 

placed third in the state in basketball. 

She was named first team all league as a junior and senior and earned MVP 

honors as a senior. 

Up Close with Kylee 

If I could star t my own restaurant, it would be: a hamburger restaurant. 

Favorite Holiday: Christmas 

My most prized possession is: my ipod. 

Hidden Talent: I am an amazing dancer. 

During my off season, I hope to improve: my shooting and ball handling. 

Favorite Perfume: Armani 

Favorite Fruit: Bananas 


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6-0 

Guard/Forward 

Sophomore 

Elko, Nev. 

#20 

This or That 

Dogs or Cats 



Play to Win or Play to Have Fun 





Beaches or Mountains 

Tanning Oil or Sunscreen 


French Fries or Potato Chips

5-7 

Guard 

Freshman 

New Zealand 

#5 

This or That 


Dreamer or Doer 


Tent or Cabin 



Night Light or Completely Dark 


Go With the Flow or Stick With 

the Routine 

Mild or Spicy 



Mechela Barnes 

“Mechela is a well-rounded guard that we need to step up and play an impor tant role at 

the point guard position for us. She is solid on defense and can knock down the 3-point 

shot.” Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: Mechela played basketball and ran cross country at Bellarmine 

Prep High School. 

She helped her team to league championships all four years of basketball, 

as well as an eighth-place finish at state her sophomore year and a four thplace 

finish at state her senior season. 

She earned first team all league honors three years and was named the 

Queens of the Hardwood MVP in 2009. 

Up Close with Mechela 

I am not good at: bowling. 

Favorite Twin Falls Hangout: The Taylor Building 

Hanging on my bedroom wall is : family pictures. 

My favorite motivational saying is: “I can do all things through Christ who 

strengthens me.” 

Interesting Fact: I have never eaten chocolate, and have not had a pop since third 

grade. 

Favorite Playground Equipment: Monkey Bars 

“Kyler is our most mature player. She may be the best shooter we’ve had at CSI in the 

past nine years. She is very good on the break and can finish shots around the basket. 

Defensively, she is very good.” Coach Rogers 

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Kyler Parai 

Before CSI: Kyler played basketball, volleyball and net ball in high school 

in New Zealand. 

Her sister played for Salt Lake CC the year that CSI played in the 

NJCAA National Championship game. 

Up Close with Kyler 

The thing that is most impor tant to me right now is: basketball. 

Favorite Book: Breaking Dawn 

A one-word description of myself is: mellow. 

I can’t stand the smell of: feet. 

Hanging on my wall I have: pictures of my closests friends and family. 

One of my favorite hobbies is: snowboarding. 

Favorite Pop: Fanta 


5-6 

Guard 

Freshman 

Tacoma, Wash 

#31 

This or That 

Mild or Spicy 









Sweet or Salty 

Tent or Cabin 

Casual or Dress Up

5-8 

Guard 

Freshman 

Sparks, Nev. 

#32 

This or That 




Tent or Cabin 






Mild or Spicy 



Fanny Cavallo 

“Fanny is our go-to low post threat. She can score from many spots on the floor. Fanny 

gives us strength on the defensive end of the floor and can run the floor and block shots.” 

Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: Fanny graduated from Lycee Hector Berlioz High School in 

Lorques, France. From 2005-2008, she played for the French junior national 

team. helping her team to a fifth-place finish at the European Championships 

in 2006. 

Fanny played for the city team of Aix-en Provence in 2008-2009, while 

attending school there. 

Up Close with Fanny 

I am not good at: running for long distances. 

Hidden talent Cooking French food 

Favorite food: Octopus 

Favorite Toy as a Child: Plastic Sword 

Favorite Season: Summer 

Favorite Pizza Topping: Pepperoni 

I love the smell of: foods cooking. 

One word description of myself: Reserved 

Chakala Car then 

“Chakala is another one of those players that can play many positions. She has played 

the point guard, wing and inside during fall workouts. She is one of the most athletic 

players we’ve had at CSI.” Coach Rogers 

Before CSI: A three-spor t athlete at Hug high School, Chakala lettered 

in basketball four years, volleyball two years and track and field four years. 

All four seasons of basketball, she led her team to the first round of the 

playoffs. In track and field, Chakala placed four th in the state in the 100 meter 

hurdles as a freshman and senior. 

On the basketball cour t, she was named all league, all region and first 

team all-state as a junior and senior. Chakala earned MVP of the Lowry Bucks 

Tournament three different years. 

Up Close with Chakala 

Hidden Talent: I can sing. 

Favorite Twin Falls Hangout: The Canyon 

I am not good at: driving a car with a stick shift. 

I can’t stand the smell of: fish. 

Favorite Cereal: Captain Crunch 

Favorite Perfume: Mariah Carey 

Favorite Food: Ice Cream 

Favorite Season: Winter 

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6-0 

Center 

Freshman 

Lorques, France 

#42 

This or That 




Tent or Cabin 



Go with the flow or Stick to the routine 



Mild or Spicy 

Beaches or Montains 

Casual or Dress Up

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2009-2010 Stats and Region Standings 

CSI Overall 2009-10 Record: 26-5 Region 18 2009-10 Record: 14-1 

All-Game Totals All Field Goals 3 Point Goals Free throws AVG OFF DEF TOT AVG AVG AVG AVG AVG 

GP FG FGA PCT 3PG 3PA PCT FT FTA PCT PTS REB REB REB REB PF ASST ASST TO TO BLK BLK STL STL 

Shauneice Samms 30 164 282 .582 2 10 .200 96 139 .691 14.2 91 118 209 7.0 56 30 1.00 57 1.90 73 2.43 34 1.13 

Daidra Brown 31 151 351 .430 23 81 .284 89 140 .636 13.4 18 106 124 4.0 95 138 4.45 141 4.55 2 0.06 157 5.06 

Maddy Plunkett 30 147 314 .468 18 69 .686 25 35 .686 11.2 46 128 174 5.8 46 40 1.33 42 1.4 7 0.23 24 0.80 

Katreese Locket 5 20 53 .377 9 20 .450 5 8 .625 10.8 4 11 15 3.0 10 13 2.60 19 3.80 3 0.60 6 1.20 

Laurel Kearsley 31 121 241 .502 13 35 .371 73 101 .723 10.6 119 129 248 8.0 76 44 1.42 55 1.77 33 1.06 50 1.61 

Devan Matkin 30 54 168 .321 26 82 .317 13 22 .591 4.9 21 56 77 2.6 32 77 2.57 67 2.23 1 0.03 18 0.60 

Felicity Jones 30 57 176 .324 9 41 .220 23 35 .657 4.9 38 62 100 3.3 39 48 1.60 56 1.87 2 0.07 40 1.33 

Kalika Tullock 31 51 140 .364 3 19 .158 16 31 .516 3.9 38 27 65 2.1 43 37 1.19 49 1.58 0 0.00 11 0.35 

Nicole Harper 18 18.5 19 63 4 14 .286 19 30 .633 3.4 13 26 39 2.2 21 28 1.56 31 1.72 0 0.00 27 1.50 

Tina Fakahafua 24 20 60 .333 6 21 .286 23 39 .590 2.9 26 38 64 2.7 41 18 0.75 29 1.21 0 0.00 18 0.75 

Kylie Hardison 27 25 64 .391 7 25 .280 13 16 .813 2.6 23 15 38 1.4 25 16 0.59 14 0.52 1 0.04 8 0.30 

Emiliya Yancheva 22 16 54 .296 5 9 .556 13 18 .722 2.3 18 19 37 1.7 16 9 0.14 12 0.55 3 0.14 5 0.23 

Kayla Willians 19 14 37 .378 0 0 .000 14 24 .583 2.2 18 21 39 2.1 27 2 0.11 12 0.63 6 0.32 3 0.16 

Holly Checketts 20 12 38 .316 1 8 .125 4 6 .667 1.5 11 21 32 1.6 8 11 0.55 22 1.10 0 0.00 5 0.25 

Lusina Otineru 14 4 15 .267 0 0 .000 2 2 1.00 0.7 8 8 16 1.1 5 2 0.14 3 0.21 0 0.00 1 0.07 

CSI TOTALS 31 875 2056 .426 126 434 .290 427 646 .661 74.3 525 830 1355 43.7 540 513 16.55 622 0.21 131 4.23 407 13.13 

Opponents Totals 31 719 1851 .388 155 511 .303 384 561 .684 63.8 401 728 1129 36.4 530 396 12.77 712 22.97 75 2.42 294 9.48 

SWAC Teams 

Salt Lake CC 

North Idaho College 

College of Southern Idaho 

Snow College 

College of Eastern Utah 

Colorado Northwestern CC 

Wins 

16 

14 

14 

12 

3 

1 

SWAC 

2009-10 

Losses 

4 

6 

6 

8 

17 

19 

GP=Games Played 

FG=Field Goals 

FGA=Field Goals Attempted 

PCT=Percent 

FT=Free Throws 

FTA=Free Throws Attempted 

AVG PTS=Average Points 

OFF REB=Offensive Rebounds 

DEF REB=Defensive Rebounds 

PF=Personal Fouls 

AVG ASST=Assists Per Game 

ASST=Total Assists 

AVG TO=Turnovers Per Game 

TO-Total Turnovers 

AVG BLK=Blocks Per Game 

BLK=Total Blocks 

AVG STL=Steals Per Game 

STL=Total Steals 

Pct. 

.800 

.700 

.700 

.600 

.150 

.050 

Wins 

25 

26 

22 

22 

7 

3 

Overall 

2009-10 

Losses 

6 

6 

9 

10 

24 

28 

Pct. 

.806 

.812 

.710 

.688 

.226 

.097

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20009-10 WBB Leaders 

2009-10 Region 18 Regular Season Individual Stat Leaders 

Points Per Game 

Shauneice Samms ........6th (14.2) 

Daidra Brown ...............7th (13.4) 

Maddy Plunkett ............9th (11.2) 

Laurel Kearsley ..........11th (10.6) 

Rebounds Per Game 

Laurel Kearsley ..............5th (8.0) 

Shauneice Samms ..........6th (7.0) 

Maddy Plunkett ..............8th (5.8) 

Daidra Brown ...............17th (4.0) 

Assists Per Game 

Daidra Brown ................2nd (4.5) 

Devan Matkin ...............10th (2.6) 

Steals Per Game 

Daidra Brown ................. 1st (5.1) 

Laurel Kearsley ..............8th (1.6) 

Felicity Jones ...............13th (1.3) 

Blocks Per Game 

Shauneice Samms .......... 1st (2.4) 

Laurel Kearsley .............2nd (1.1) 

Assist/Turnover Ratio 

Daidra Brown .................3rd (1.0) 

Field Goal Pct. 

Shauneice Samms ........ 1st (.582) 

Laurel Kearsley ............7th (.502) 

Maddy Plunkett ............9th (.468) 

Daidra Brown .............13th (.430) 

Free Throw Pct. 

Laurel Kearsley ..........12th (.723) 

Shauneice Samms ......13th (.691) 

2009-10 Region 18 Top 10 Team Stat Leaders All Games 

Rebounding 

CSI ............................... 1st (43.7) 

Snow ...........................2nd (39.0) 

CEU..............................3rd (38.5) 

Free Throw Percentage 

NIC ............................... 1st (.739) 

SLCC...........................2nd (.734) 

Snow ............................3rd (.715) 

Steals 

CSI ............................... 1st (13.1) 

NIC ..............................2nd (10.2) 

CEU..............................3rd (10.0) 

Points Per Game 

Shauneice Samms ........ 1st (14.2) 

Daidra Brown ..............2nd (13.4) 

Maddy Plunkett ............3rd (11.2) 

Assists Per Game 


Devan Matkin ................2nd (2.6) 

Felicity Jones .................3rd (1.6) 

Rebounds Per Game 

Laurel Kearsley .............. 1st (8.0) 

Shauneice Samms .........2nd (7.0) 

Maddy Plunkett ..............3rd (5.8) 

Scoring Offense 

NIC ............................... 1st (76.2) 

CSI ..............................2nd (74.4) 

SLCC............................3rd (73.6) 

Scoring Defense 

CSI ............................... 1st (63.9) 

NIC ..............................2nd (64.0) 

SLCC............................3rd (65.4) 

Assists 

CSI ............................... 1st (16.5) 

SLCC............................ 1st (16.5) 

NIC ...............................3rd (15.5) 

2009-10 Final CSI Category Leaders 

Blocked Shots Per Game 

Shauneice Samms .......... 1st (2.4) 


Kayla Williams ...............3rd (0.3) 

Field Goal Percentage 

Shauneice Samms ........ 1st (.582) 

Laurel Kearsley ...........2nd (.502) 

Maddy Plunkett ............3rd (.468) 

3-Point Percentage 

Laurel Kearsley ............ 1st (.371) 

Devan Matkin ..............2nd (.317) 

Tina Fakahafua .............3rd (.286) 

Field Goal Percentage 

SLCC..............................1st (.501) 

Snow .............................2nd (.433) 

NIC ................................ 3rd (.433) 

3-Point Field Goal Pct 

SLCC............................ 1st (.391) 

Snow ...........................2nd (.335) 

NIC ...............................3rd (.333) 

Blocked Shots 

CSI ................................. 1st (4.2) 

NIC ................................2nd (4.1) 

SLCC..............................3rd (2.6) 

3-Point Field Goals Per Game 

Devan Matkin ................. 1st (0.9) 

Daidra Brown ................2nd (2.6) 

Maddy Plunkett ..............3rd (2.3) 

Free Throw Percentage 

Kylie Hardison ..............1st (.813) 

Laurel Kearsley ........... 2nd (.723) 

Emiliya Yancheva ........3rd (.722) 

Steals Per Game 



Nicole Harper .................3rd (1.5)

NJCAA All-Americans (Since 1993-94) 

Amber McEwen ................................................. 1993-94 

Amanda Covington ............................................ 1996-97 

Charlotte Norman ............................................... 1997-98 

Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1998-99 

Sidney Orndorff ................................................. 2004-05 

Nakeya Isabell .................................................... 2004-05 

Maria Moore ...................................................... 2005-06 

Maria Moore ...................................................... 2006-07 

Maddy Plunkett .................................................. 2007-08 

Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2007-08 

Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2008-09 

Shauneice Samms .............................................. 2008-09 

Laurel Kearsley .................................................. 2009-10 

NJCAA Academic All-Americans (Since 1993-94) 

Tracy Arrossa ..................................................... 1995-96 

Holly Harper ...................................................... 1996-97 


Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1998-99 

Camille Porter .................................................... 2002-03 

Cheryl Blazzard ................................................. 2005-06 

Tanya Lalicker ................................................... 2005-06 

Brittany Moore ................................................... 2006-07 

Alexis Tucker ..................................................... 2006-07 

Ashley Thompson .............................................. 2006-07 

Anita Burdick ..................................................... 2007-08 

Kalika Tullock .................................................... 2009-10 

Nicole Harper ..................................................... 2009-10 

Emiliya Yancheva .............................................. 2009-10 

Region 18 Tournament MVP (Since 1993-94) 

Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1998-99 

Andrea Sivakova ................................................ 2003-04 

Delicia Jernigan ................................................. 2004-05 


Region 18 All-Tournament Team (Since 1993-94) 

Amber McEwen ................................................. 1993-94 

Deanna Glover ................................................... 1995-96 


Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1997-98 

Jessica Gibbs ...................................................... 1998-99 

Belinda Stubbs ................................................... 2000-01 

Lenka Zimova .................................................... 2003-04 


Denisa Svarova .................................................. 2004-05 

Lenka Zimova .................................................... 2004-05 

Maria Moore ...................................................... 2005-06 

Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2007-08 

Lacale Pringle-Buchanan ................................... 2007-08 

Martina Holloway .............................................. 2008-09 


Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2008-09 


Region 18 Coach of the Year 

Ben Stroud ......................................................... 1990-91 

Ben Stroud ......................................................... 1992-93 

Joel Bate ............................................................. 1998-99 

Randy Rogers ..................................................... 2003-04 

Randy Rogers ..................................................... 2004-05 

Randy Rogers ..................................................... 2007-08 

Randy Rogers ..................................................... 2008-09 

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Topping the Char ts 

Region 18 Player of the Year (Since 2003-04) 


Maria Moore ...................................................... 2005-06 



All-Region 18 First Team (Since 1988-89) 

Hettie DeJong ..................................................... 1988-89 

Angie Olson ....................................................... 1989-90 

Susanna Tauteoli ................................................ 1990-91 

Cynthia Clinger .................................................. 1990-91 

Shirley Stepan .................................................... 1991-92 

Amber McEwen ................................................. 1993-94 

Marcy Jenkins .................................................... 1994-95 




Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1998-99 

Jinga Gosschalk ................................................. 2000-01 



Nakeya Isabell .................................................... 2004-05 

Maria Moore ...................................................... 2006-07 


Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2007-08 

Soana Lucet ........................................................ 2008-09 

Martina Holloway .............................................. 2008-09 

Laurel Kearsley .................................................. 2009-10 

Daidra Brown ..................................................... 2009-10 

All-Region 18 Second Team (Since 1992-93) 

Sharleece Keller ................................................. 1992-93 

Deanna Glover ................................................... 1995-96 


Camille Porter .................................................... 2002-03 




Joanna Hixon ..................................................... 2004-05 


Jalena Williams .................................................. 2005-06 

Amy Bratvold ..................................................... 2006-07 




All-Region 18 Honorable Mention (Since 1993-94) 

Mandi Ortega ..................................................... 1995-96 

Deena Bartu ....................................................... 1997-98 

Sarah Nelson ...................................................... 1997-98 

Cecilie Bates ...................................................... 1998-99 

Jessica Gibbs ...................................................... 1998-99 


Crystal Hardcastle .............................................. 2001-02 

Angela Williams ................................................. 2001-02 

Amy Kucheran ................................................... 2002-03 

Andrea Sivakova ................................................ 2003-04 




Alexis Tucker ..................................................... 2006-07 

Maylene Ornelas ................................................ 2007-08 

Maddy Plunkett .................................................. 2009-10

Date Opponent Result Site 

11/06/09 Western Wyoming CC W-75-65 Sheridan, Wyo. 

11/07/09 Sheridan College W-83-64 Sheridan, Wyo. 

11/12/09 Mesa CC W-71-49 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/13/09 Midland College L-74-80 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/14/09 Central Arizona College L-77-91 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/19/09 Salt Lake CC L-62-80 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/21/09 Snow College W-79-75 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/27/09 Lethbridge College W-93-55 Twin Falls, Idaho 

11/28/09 Norrthwest College W-87-58 Twin Falls, Idaho 

12/04/09 Colorado Northwest W-76-58 Rangely, Colo. 

12/05/09 College Eatern Utah W-79-62 Price, Utah 

12/11/09 Snow College W-79-77 Ephraim, Utah 

12/12/09 Salt Lake CC L-62-66 Salt Lake City, Utah 

12/29/09 Madison Area Tech College W-65-56 Scotsdale, Ariz. 

12/30/09 Howard College W-74-67 Pheonix, Ariz. 

12/31/09 Pheonix College W-72-35 Pheonix, Ariz. 

01/08/10 North Idaho College L-62-76 Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 

01/09/10 North Idaho College L-62-76 Couer d’Alene, Idaho 

01/14/10 College Eastern Utah W-65-54 Twin Falls, Idaho 

01/16/10 Colorado Northwest W-105-66 Twin Falls, Idaho 

01/21/10 Snow College L-71-79 Twin Falls, Idaho 

01/23/10 Salt Lake CC W-74-59 Twin Falls, Idaho 

02/05/10 College Eastern Utah W-86-65 Price, Utah 

02/06/10 Colorado Northwestern CC W-74-51 Rangely, Colo. 

02/12/10 Salt Lake CC W-55-53 Salt Lake City, Utah 

02/13/10 Snow College L-58-64 Ephraim, Utah 

02/19/10 North Idaho College W-59-53 Twin Falls, Idaho 

02/20/10 North Idaho College W-83-65 Twin Falls, Idaho 

02/25/10 Colorado Northwestern W-77-43 Twin Falls, Idaho 

02/27/10 College Eastern Utah W-85-51 Twin Falls, Idaho 

Region 18 Tournament 

03/05/10 North Idaho College L-87-94 (2OT) Price Utah 

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2009-10 WBB Results 

Overall Record: 30-6 

Region 18 Record: 8-2

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2010 Women’s Basketball Schedule 

Date Day Opponent Site Time 

Nov. 11-13 Thur.-Sat. Coca Cola Classic Twin Falls, Idaho 

Nov. 11 Thur. Eastern Arizona College Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Nov. 12 Fri. Sheridan College Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Nov. 13 Sat. Central Florida Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Nov. 18-20 Thur.-Sat. Midland NIT Tournament Midland, Texas 

Nov. 18 Thur. Midland College Midland, Texas 7 p.m. MST 

Nov. 19 Fri. TBA Midland, Texas TBA 

Nov. 20 Sat. TBA Midland, Texas TBA 

Nov. 26-27 Fri-Sat. Boise Office Equipment Invite Twin Falls, Idaho 

Nov. 26 Fri. Mt. Hood College Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Nov. 27 Sat. Casper College Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Dec. 2-4 Thur.-Sat. The Rocket Challenge Twin Falls, Idaho 

Dec. 2 Thur. Lethbridge College vs. CSI Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Dec. 3 Fri. Treasure Valley CC vs. CSI Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Dec. 4 Sat. Chemeketa CC vs. CSI Twin Falls, Idaho 6 p.m. 

Dec. 10 Fri. Salt Lake CC Salt Lake City, Utah 5:30 p.m. 

Dec. 11 Sat. Snow College Ephraim, Utah 3 p.m. 

Dec. 29 Wed. Mesa CC Mesa, Ariz. 7 p.m. 

Dec. 30 Thur. Scottsdale CC Scottsdale, Ariz. 4 p.m. 

Dec. 31 Fri. Madison Area Technical College Scottsdale, Ariz. 2 p.m. 

Jan. 5 Wed. Treasure Valley CC Ontario, Ore. 5:30 p.m. 

Jan. 8 Sat. North Idaho College Twin Falls, Idaho 5:30 p.m. 

Jan. 13 Thurs. Colorado Northwestern CC Twin Falls, Idaho 5:30 p.m. 

Jan. 15 Sat. College of Eastern Utah Twin Falls, Idaho 3 p.m. 

Jan. 20 Thurs. Snow College Twin Falls, Idaho 5:30 p.m. 

Jan. 22 Sat. Salt Lake CC Twin Falls, Idaho 3 p.m. 

Jan. 29 Sat. North Idaho College Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 6:30 p.m. MST 

Feb. 4 Fri. College of Eastern Utah Price, Utah 5:30 p.m. 

Feb. 5 Sat. Colorado Northwestern CC Rangely, Colo. 3 p.m. 

Feb. 11 Fri. Snow College Ephraim, Utah 5:30 p.m. 

Feb. 12 Sat. Salt Lake CC Salt Lake City, Utah 3 p.m. 

Feb. 19 Sat. North Idaho College Twin Falls, Idaho 5:30 p.m. 

Feb. 24 Thurs. College of Eastern Utah Twin Falls, Idaho 5:30 p.m. 

Feb. 26 Sat. Colorado Northwestern CC Twin Falls, Idaho 3 p.m. 

Mar. 3-5 Thur.-Sat. Region 18 Championships Twin Falls, Idaho 

Mar. 15-19 Tues-Sat. NJCAA National Tournament Salina, Kansas

They Come for the Tradition 

They Leave as a Par t of It 

Cynthia Clinger, Texas Tech Univ. 

(1992 Nat. Champions) 

Susanna Tautaoli, University of Utah 

Marcia Yastrop, Idaho State University 

Becky Brower, University of New Orleans 

Amy Boone, George Mason University 

Kristi Brown, University of Wyoming 

Hettie DeJong, University of Idaho 

Candace Lords, Southern Utah University 

Suzanne Hansen, Northwest Nazarene University 

Sharleece Keller, University of Idaho 

Audra Urie, University of Alaska-Anchorage 

Marcella Weissbeck, Whitman College 

Amber McEwen, University of Utah 

Jenny Shaw, Lewis and Clark State College 

Keri Andrus, Rocky Mountain College 

Jenna Umthun, Albertson College of Idaho 

Marcy Jenkins, Albertson College of Idaho 

Kim Frei, Midot State University 

Michelle Wescott, Albertson College of Idaho 

Rikki Peterson, Whitworth College 

Holly Henry, Western Oregon University 

Franci Olsen, Western Montana University 

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DeAnna Glover, Western Montana University 

Mandi Ortega, Idaho State University 

Andrea Jensen, Albertson College of Idaho 

Allison Fortner, Concordia Lutheran College 

Amanda Covington, Brigham Young University 


Pepperdine University

Lenka Zimova 

Texas A&M 

Casy Murdock, Gonzaga University 

Landis Barnes, Western Montana University 

Courtnie Storr, Western Montana University 

Deena Bartu, Montana State University-Billings 

Charlotte Norman, Lewis Clark State College 

Sarah Nelson, Idaho State University 

Jessica Gibbs, University of Wyoming 

Cecile Bates, Albertson College of Idaho 

Katarina Gabaniova, Lewis Clark State College 

Sara Cellan, Western State of Colorado 

Lauren Dickman, Western Baptist College 

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Continuing Success 

Jinga Gosschalk, Long Beach State University 

Aubrey Guastalli, University of Tennessee 

Nicolette Dresback, Azusa Pacific University 

Trenesha Biggers, Florida State University 

Melanie Croser, Penn State University 

Jodi Reber, University of California-Riverside 

Belinda Stubbs, Montana State University 

Angie Layton, Westminster College 

Amy Kucheran, University of Buffalo 

Camille Porter, Southern Oregon University 

Lacale Pringle-Buchanan 

Utah State University

Jessica White, Oral Roberts University 

Andrea Sivakova, Idaho State University 

Meliame Halaufia, California Baptist 

Brandi Moore, Benedict College 

Megan Kane, Carroll College 

Denisa Svarova, Emporia State University 

Sidney Orndorff, Stoneybrook University 

Delicia Jernigan, Stoneybrook University 

Lenka Zimova, Texas A&M 

Amy Bratvold 

Eastern Washington University 

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Anita Burdick 

Oregon State University 

Joanna Hixon, Idaho State University 

Nakeya Isabell, Pepperdine University 

Jordan Eckman, Westminster College 

Krystn Patterson, Albertson College 

Maria Moore, Texas Tech University 

Brittany Moore, Boise State University 

Ashley Thompson, University of Alaska Anchorage 

Alexis Tucker, Westminster College

Jenniffer Kioa, University of Arizona 

Amy Bratvold, Eastern Washington University 

Maylene Ornelas, Seattle University 

Anita Burdick, Oregon State University 

Tera Tremayne, Cameron University 

Eva Ivanova, Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne 

Lacale Pringle-Buchanan, Utah State University 

Maria Moore 

Texas Tech 

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Soana Lucet 

University of Arizona 

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Martina Holloway, Louisiana Tech University 

Soana Lucet, University of Arizona 

Emiliya Yancheva, Florida Tech 

Shauneice Samms, Portland University 

Daidra Brown, Seattle University 

Maddy Plunkett, Utah State University

Gerald L. Beck began his career at the College of Southern Idaho in 1975 and 

became president of the college in 2005. His many titles at the college include 

Instructor, Coordinator of Trade and Industry Programs, Dean of Continuing 

Education/Summer School, Vice President of Instruction, and Executive Vice 

President/Chief Academic Officer. 

Dr. Beck is an Idaho native. He received his bachelor’s degree in Technical 

Education, his master’s degree in Teacher Education, and his Ed. D. in Adult 

Education from the University of Idaho. He completed his post doctoral at 

Harvard University Institute for Educational Management. 

In addition to his duties at the college, Dr. Beck is a member of the Twin 

Falls Rotary Club, and is a board member of the State Workforce Development 

Council appointed by the Governor. He serves as a board member on many local 

organizations including Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization, 

Region IV Development Association and Magic Valley Regional Medical Center. 

He is past president of the Idaho Association of Private Industry Councils. 

Dr. Beck and his wife, Barbara, have three adult children and three 

grandchildren. He attributes much of his success to the opportunities provided by the college and the support from his 

family and co-workers. 

Former CSI women’s basketball coach Joel Bate took over Golden Eagle 

Athletic Director responsibilities in January 2007. 

Bate, who had been teaching in the English Department since he arrived on 

the CSI campus in 1993, gave up teaching in the classroom to work with studentathletes 

and coaches on a daily basis. 

Bate coached at CSI from 1993 until 2000, leading the Lady Golden Eagles 

to the national tournament in 1999. During that span, Bate compiled a 144-78 

record. He coached four NJCAA All-Americans and four NJCAA Academic All- 

Americans. Two players went on to play professional basketball, including Jessica 

Gibbs Mesna who assisted current coach Randy Rogers. In 1999, Bate earned 

Region 18 Coach of the Year honors. 

Prior to working at CSI, Bate taught and coached at Bishop Kelly High School 

in Boise. He taught senior English and headed the English department. In addition 

to his teaching duties, he coached girls’ volleyball, track and basketball, where he 

compiled a 114-32 record and four third-place state finishes. 

Bate earned his undergraduate degree in marketing at Boise State University and his master’s degree in English at the 

University of Idaho in 1986. 

Bate and his wife Donna and three children live in Twin Falls. 

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President Jerry Beck 

Athletic Director Joel Bate

Orthopedic Surgeon 

Dr. William May 

Physical Therapist 

Julie Ellis 

Sports Information Director 

Karen Baumert 

Team Physician 

Dr. Thad Scholes 

Chiropractor 

Dr. Dave Long 

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Administrative Assistant 

Ginger Nukaya 

Behind the Scenes 

Team Physician 

Dr. Mark McKain 

Athletic Trainer 

Richard Bingham

2010-11 Women’s Basketball 

NJCAA Pre-season Poll 

Top 30 Overall Record 

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Gulf Coast CC 

Central Arizona College 

Casper College 

Copiah-Lincoln CC 

Monroe CC 

North Idaho College 

State Fair CC 

Midland College 

Seward County CC 

Jefferson College 

Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College 

College of Southern Idaho 

Tyler Junior College 

Pensacola State College 

Walters State CC 

Shelton State CC 

Hutchinson CC 

Western Nebraska CC 

Cleveland State CC 

South Georgia Technical College 

John A. Logan College 

Lake Region State College - ND 

Angelina College 

Cloud County CC 

Arizona Western College 

Salt Lake CC 

South Plains College 

Volunteer State CC 

Tallahassee CC 

Northwest-Shoals CC 

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CSI in the Polls 

35-1 

30-4 

33-5 

31-2 

23-6 

28-8 

27-5 

31-5 

31-3 

32-2 

19-11 

22-9 

24-9 

35-1 

26-4 

20-14 

29-4 

24-8 

20-8 

29-7 

14-12 

19-9 

26-6 

24-7 

16-14 

25-6 

20-10 

23-5 

20-9 

22-7

McDonald’s, locally owned and operated by Bill and 

Donna Kyle in Twin Falls, Burley and Jerome sponsors 

the CSI Golden Eagles and the McSlam-n-Jam. The 

money pledged for every dunk during home Golden Eagle 

basketball games is split between CSI Athletics and the 

Ronald McDonald House. 

The Reason 

When a child becomes seriously ill, the whole family suffers, particularly if the child must be hospitalized or receive outpatient treatment far away from home for 

extended periods of time. 

To be with their child, parents often sleep on uncomfortable chairs or cots, or bear the expense and impersonal atmosphere of a hotel room. At a time when they 

want all their strength available for their child, the simple demands of everyday life can seem overwhelming. 

For these families, Ronald McDonald House offers a refuge from the hospital, a home-away-from-home, where they can have a room of their own, a comfortable 

bed, kitchen and laundry facilities, toys for the kids, and a cup of hot coffee. 

Ronald McDonald House 

For the child, it’s knowing that mom and dad are close by, in a good place. It’s having a comforting, peaceful place to go from the hospital. 

For a brother or sister who cannot be there, it’s knowing that other family members are safe while away in a strange city. 

For the parents in the House, it’s knowing that they are not alone, that others have gone through similar situations and survived. It’s new parents getting practical 

advice from “veterans.” It’s people drawing hope and strength from late-night conversations in corridors and kitchens, sharing experiences that can be difficult for family 

and friends back home to fully understand. 

And, it’s a place to treasure every moment of having a child “home,” even if for just a short time. 

For board members and volunteers, who give of their time, money, and skills, it’s knowing that what they do really helps. 

How The House Operates 

Each Ronald McDonald House is unique, created by a team of local citizens to meet the needs of their community. The House is owned and operated by the local 

not-for-profit organization created by these citizens. 

Local McDonald’s restaurants become involved in initial fundraising once several key elements are present: medical advisors from a hospital with a need for 

such a House; a parent organization comprised of people whose children have been treated or are being treat at the same hospital; and other interested and concerned 

volunteers. 

To varying degrees, all groups participate in planning, construction, furnishing, building community awareness, securing goods and services, and ongoing House 

operations. Other local and national companies also volunteer their support through material donations and monetary contributions. 

Families using the House donate $5 to $15 per day, if they can afford it. These revenues pay for part of the costs of continuing House operations. 

How It Began 

The first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia in 1974 as the result of the perseverance and dedication of Fred Hill, then a Philadelphia Eagles football 

player. 

Today, through similar efforts by other groups of dedicated individuals, Ronald McDonald House provides temporary housing for more than 350,000 people a year 

in facilities throughout the United States; Canada; Australia; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Geissen, West Germany. 

McDonald’s Corporation assists in increasing public awareness and in providing start-up funding for the new Houses. The local not-for-profit organization 

operating the House can quality for $25,000 grant from Ronald McDonald’s Children’s Charities. 

Most importantly, it is the time and services of local volunteers and the local contributions of money and materials that make it possible for the Ronald McDonald 

Houses to be open and operating. 

Assisting in these efforts, McDonald’s restaurant franchisees, holding individual promotions around the country, have raised more than $25 million for the Ronald 

McDonald Houses and the families they serve. 

If you have questions about the national Ronald McDonald House program or wish to contact a local Ronald McDonald House regarding services, activities, 

volunteer work or tax deductible donations, write or call: Ronald McDonald House, 101 Warm Spring Ave., Boise, ID 83712. 

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Salt Lake Community College 

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah 


President: Dr. Cynthia Biotheau 

Athletic Director: Norma Carr 

Sports Information Director: Lisa Peshell 

Mascot: Bruin 

Colors: Royal Blue and Gold 

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Betsy Specteter 

Last Season’s Record: 25-6 overall, 16-4 SWAC 

USU - College of Eastern Utah 

Location: Price, Utah 


Chancellor: Joe Petersen 

Athletic Director: Dave Paur 

Mascot: Golden Eagle 

Colors: Navy Blue and Gold 

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Dave Paur 


Colorado Nor thwestern CC 

Location: Rangely, Colorado 


President: Dr. John Boyd 

Interim Athletic Director: Jeff Devere 

Mascot: Spartan 

Colors: Red, White and Black 

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Antowin Edwards Sr. 


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Snow College 

Location: Ephraim, Utah 


President: Scott Wyatt 

Athletic Director: Gary McKenzie and Robert Nielson 

Sports Information Director: Tyler Hughes 

Mascot: Badger 

Colors: Blue and White 

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Cindy Lindsay 


Nor th Idaho College 

Location: Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 


President: Dr. Priscilla Bell 

Athletic Director: Al Williams 

Sports Information Director: Erna Rhinehart 

Mascot: Cardinal 

Colors: Red and Gray 

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Chris Carlson 


Region 18 Opponents

Golden Eagle Women’s Basketball 2010-2011 Speed Roster 

Kylie Hardison - #3 

5-9 So Guard 

Pocatello, Idaho 

Kylee Schierman - #14 

5-10 Fr Guard/Forward 

Portland, Ore. 

Kyler Parai - #24 

5-7 Fr Guard 

Hamilton, New Zealand 

Fanny Cavallo - #42 

6-0 Fr Post 

Lorques, France 

Guilhermina El-Mir - #4 

5-8 Fr Guard 

Bankstown, Australia 

Taylor Altenburg - #20 

6-0 So Guard/Forward 

Elko, Nev. 

Laurel Kearsley - #30 

6-0 So Post 

Victor, Idaho 

Randy Rogers 

Head Coach 

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Tayllor Gipson - #10 

5-7 Fr Guard 

Los Angeles, Calif. 

Holly Checketts - #21 

5-9 So Guard 

Preston, Idaho 

Mechela Barnes - #31 

5-6 Fr Guard 

Tacoma, Wash. 

Tessa Balsick 

Assistant Coach 

Felicity Jones - #12 

5-7 So Guard 

Tremonton, Utah 

Tina Fakahafua - #22 

5-10 So Guard/Forward 

Salt Lake City, Utah 

Chakala Carthen - #32 

5-8 Fr Guard 

Sparks, Nev. 


Volunteer 

Assistant Coach

Highest quality color 

images for the lowest cost 

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