Media Guide - San Jacinto College

2010-2011

2010 Season Outlook 

Experience. Strength. 

Balance. These are 

just some of the words 

San Jacinto College 

Head Basketball Coach 

Scott Gernander uses 

to describe this year’s 

squad. The 24-year 

head-coaching veteran 

is excited about this 

year’s squad, much 

like he is every year. 

“I love coaching,” 

said Gernander. “When 

sports has been your 

life, you look forward 

to going to work 

every day. I love being 

around these players, 

I look forward to the competition, and 

I enjoy seeing these guys get better 

each and every day.” 

Gernander has assembled a team 

with two National Collegiate Athletic 

Association (NCAA) Division I 

transfers, and two players who 

won a National Junior College 

Athletic Association (NJCAA) 

championship title last season. 

He has six returners, including 

an All-Conference selection in 

Marsell Holden, and has added 

a group of newcomers who 

could be as good as any he’s 

had in previous years. 

Holden will lead the offense 

this year, and will be counted 

on for his outstanding shooting. 

“I’ve been lucky enough to 

coach some great shooters here at 

San Jac,” noted Gernander. “Marsell 

is probably one of the best ever.” 

Holden played in all 31 games for San 

Jac last season, finishing second on 

the team in scoring at 14.1 points per 

game. Newcomer Kuamaine Osborne, 

2010-2011 Men’s Basketball team 

who was one of Florida’s top prep 

players last season, will compliment 

Holden. 

“I love coaching,” said 

Gernander. “When sports has 

been your life, you look forward 

to going to work every day. I love 

being around these players, I look 

forward to the competition, and 

I enjoy seeing these guys get better 

each and every day.” 

Gernander expects his other five 

returners to lead this team. Lorenzo 

Freeman was a solid scorer last 

season, and a constant in the team’s 

lineup. Daryell Taylor has a strong 

work ethic, and Gernander expects 

big things from him this year. Josh 

Wesley has improved in all aspects of 

his game, and while Adrian Morales 

and Jason Carter didn’t see much 

action last season, the head coach 

knows he can count on them to step 

in when needed. 

“One of our strengths this 

year is our balance and size 

in both our inside and outside 

game,” commented Gernander. 

“We have excellent shooters 

throughout the roster, and a lot 

of talent that will help us be as 

good as we can possibly be.” 

That balance will come in 

the form of San Jac’s eight 

newcomers. They bring with 

them experience at the NCAA 

level, an NJCAA national title, 

and all-around athleticism. Look for 

Tyree Johnson, Flavien Davis, Parrish 

Grant, Devin Bray, and Osborne to post 

big minutes this season for San Jac. 

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2010-2011 Roster 

No. Name Pos. Ht. Yr. Hometown / Previous School 

3 Marsell Holden G 5-11 Soph. Farrell, Pa. / Farrell HS 

5 Parrish Grant G 6-2 Soph. Philadelphia, Pa. / Imhotep Charter (La Salle University) 

10 Moses Sundufu G 6-2 Soph. Hopkins, Minn. / Hopkins HS (Howard College) 

12 Tyree Johnson G 5-9 Fresh. Philadelphia, Pa. / Penn Wood HS 

14 Adrian Morales G 5-11 Soph. Deer Park / Deer Park HS 

15 Devin Bray G 6-3 Fresh. Kountze / Kountze HS 

21 Daryell Taylor G 6-2 Soph. Houston / Hightower HS 

23 Kuamaine Osborne G 6-0 Fresh. Rockledge, Fla. / Florida Air Academy 

24 Flavien Davis F 6-5 Fresh. Milwaukee, Wis. / Wisconsin Lutheran HS 

31 Jason Carter F 6-4 Soph. La Porte / La Porte HS 

33 Joshua Wesley F 6-5 Soph. Missouri City / Hightower HS 

35 Lorenzo Freeman F 6-8 Soph. Trenton, N. J. / River Bend HS (Fredericksburg, Va.) 

42 Ian Davis F 6-6 Soph. Kemah / Clear Creek HS (UCLA) 

44 Virgil Cissoko F 6-7 Soph. St. Denis, France / Stoneridge Prep (Howard College) 

45 Chris Richardson F 6-8 Fresh. Roanoke Rapids, N.C. / Waccamaw Academy 

Gernander, who won his 600th game 

as a college head coach last season, 

has once again put together a solid 

schedule that will hopefully take his 

team back to Hutchison, Kan., for the 

national tournament. San Jac has 18 

home games this season, including the 

annual Sam Cassell Classic in early 

November. Region XIV conference 

play will be as tough as ever, as the 

league is balanced, and, according to 

Gernander, “the strongest league in the 

country.” 

An addition on the sideline this 

season is Assistant Coach Jacob 

Wonders. After spending four years 

as the head coach at Panola College, 

Wonders returns to San Jac, a place he 

is familiar with, having spent a season 

as an assistant coach in 2001-02. 

“I’m excited to have Jacob on our 

staff,” said Gernander. “He’s a great 

compliment to our coaching team, and 

will bring a tremendous amount of 

experience to our squad.” 

While last season didn’t pan out the 

way Gernander would have preferred, 

he says it was one of the most 

satisfying of his career. “We faced 

adversity at the start of the season, 

and those guys pulled through and 

really over-achieved.” He sees this 

year’s team doing much of the same – 

working hard to improve every game, 

fighting for a return trip to the NJCAA 

national tournament. 

Lorenzo Freeman 

For more information about the men’s basketball team, please visit www.sanjacsports.com. 

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Player Profiles 

#3 Marsell Holden 

5-11 | Soph. | G 

Farrell, Penn. | Farrell HS 

As a freshman: All-Region XIV honorable mention selection… Played in all 31 games 

for San Jac… Second on the team in scoring at 14.1 points per game… One of the 

team’s top outside shooters, connecting on 41 percent from long range… Averaged 91 

percent from the charity stripe. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Farrell High School… First-team All-State… 

First-team All-Region… Pennsylvania Player of the Year… Finished his career as the 

school’s leading scorer with 1,913 points… Averaged 27.5 points per game. 

Gernander on Holden: “Marsell is one of the best shooters we’ve ever had. He has 

confidence in his shot, and it’s really up to us to get him as many shots as we can this year.” 

#5 Parrish Grant 

6-2 | Soph. | G 

Philadelphia, Penn. | Imhotep 

Charter (LaSalle University) 

As a freshman: Played in 25 games, staring in four, for LaSalle University… Averaged 

2.9 points and 1.2 rebounds per game… Shot 40 percent from the field. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Imhotep Charter… First-team All-state 

selection… Led the Panthers to three state championships and two district 

championships. 

Gernander on Grant: “Parrish brings NCAA Division I experience to our team. I think 

once he gets a feel for our system, he could be the key to our team.” 

#10 Moses Sundufu 

6-2 | Soph. | G 

Hopkins, Minn. | Hopkins HS 

(Howard College) 

As a freshman (Howard College): Along with teammate Virgil Cissoko, helped lead 

the Hawks to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national title. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hopkins HS… Helped the Lions to the state 

championship. 

Gernander on Sundufu: “Moses has been a great surprise. He plays hard, he’s our 

best scorer off the dribble, and he brings championship experience to our squad. He’s 

really been playing well.” 

#12 Tyree Johnson 

5-9 | Fresh. | G 

Philadelphia, Penn. | Penn Wood HS 

Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Penn Wood HS… Helped the Patriots to the state 

championship… First-team All-District selection… Second-team All-State… Scored 

more than 1,000 points in his career… Named the “Delaware County Times” player of 

the year… Reebok All-American. 

Gernander on Johnson: “Tyree adds depth to our roster at point guard. He’s very 

quick, and handles the ball well. Once he gets a feel for our system, he’s going to be a 

contributor.” 

#14 Adrian Morales 

5-11 | Soph. | G 

Deer Park | Deer Park HS 

As a freshman: Saw action in 24 games for San Jac… Averaged 2.7 points and 1.2 

rebounds per game. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Deer Park High School… Helped the Deer to 

second place in the district as a junior and senior… Second-team All-District as a 

sophomore… First-team All-District as a junior and senior… Averaged 15.1 points per 

game as a senior. 

Gernander on Morales: “Adrian is a changed player this year. His forte is shooting. 

He’s smart and aggressive with the ball, and I’m really happy with how he has come 

around this year.” 

#15 Devin Bray 

6-3 | Fresh. | G 

Kountze | Kountze HS 

Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Kountze HS… Led the Lions to the state 

championship (2006-07)… Earned the perfect attendance award. 

Gernander on Bray: “Devin is an incredible athlete. He’s strong, physical, and can run 

the floor. He is also a great ball handler. Once he gets a feel for this level of basketball, 

there’s no telling how good he will be.” 



#21 Daryell Taylor 

6-2 | Soph. | G 

Houston | Hightower HS 

As a freshman: Played in all 31 games… Averaged 8.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per 

game… Had 36 steals and 46 assists. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hightower High School… Helped the Hurricanes 

make history with a 13-0 district record and the district championship… First-team 

All-District as a junior and senior… Led the team in scoring as a sophomore, junior and 

senior… Team MVP as a junior and senior… Earned the sportsmanship award. 

Gernander on Taylor: “Daryell has a great work ethic. He is a great shooter who has 

added to his inside game. We’re looking for big things from him this year.” 

#23 Kuamaine Osborne 

6-0 | Fresh. | G 

Rockledge, Fl. | Florida Air 

Academy 

Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Florida Air Academy… Led the county in scoring 

and three pointers… Named a McDonald’s All-American…. Helped the Falcons to a 

state championship and two district championships. 

Gernander on Osborne: “Kuamaine is a good shooter and scorer. He’ll be a nice 

compliment to Marsell Holden on the outside, and will be a big contributor to this team.” 

#24 Flavien Davis 

6-5 | Fresh. | F 

Milwaukee, Wisc. | Wisconsin 

Lutheran HS 

Prior to San Jac: A 2010 graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran HS… Led the Vikings to 

the 2009 state championship… Named to the All-State team as a junior and senior… 

All-Area selection… First-team All-Conference… Player of the year… All-time leading 

scorer with 1,820 points. 

Gernander on Davis: “Flavien has been another surprise in camp this Fall. He’s 

comfortable playing inside, but also has the ability to step outside and shoot the ball.” 

#31 Jason Carter 

6-4 | Soph. | F 

La Porte | La Porte HS 

As a freshman: Saw limited action in six games… Averaged 1.2 points per game. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of La Porte High School… Led the Bulldogs to the 

district championship as a junior and senior… Also ran track. 

Gernander on Carter: “Jason worked hard all summer. He has been a different player 

this Fall, and is someone we think can contribute to help us win.” 

#33 Joshua Wesley 

6-5 | Soph. | F 

Missouri City | Hightower HS 

As a freshman: Saw action in all 31 games… Averaged 3.8 points and 5 rebounds per 

game… Was one of three players in double-digit blocked shots with 10. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Hightower HS… Guided the Hurricanes to the 

district championships as a senior…. Named All-District as a senior football and 

basketball player. 

Gernander on Wesley: “Josh is our most improved player. He knows how to use his 

size and weight around the basket, and has learned how to finish. He can be a force for 

us this season.” 

Daryell Taylor 


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#35 Lorenzo Freeman 

6-8 | Soph. | F 

Trenton, NJ | Trenton Central HS 

As a freshman: Played in all 31 games, starting in 27… Averaged 7.3 points per 

game… Was second on the squad with 6.5 rebounds per game and 37 total blocks. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of Trenton Central High School… Led the Tornadoes 

to the district championship… Averaged 17.7 points and 13.2 rebounds per game… 

Conference and area player of the year… Third-team All-State selection… First-team 

All-Conference and All-Area… Recorded the first triple-double in school history with 22 

points, 11 blocks and 11 rebounds. 

Gernander on Freeman: “Lorenzo has improved his game around the basket. He’s one of 

the better big men in the league.” 

#42 Ian Davis 

6-6 | Soph. | F 

Kemah | Clear Creek HS (UCLA) 

As a freshman (UCLA): Played one season of football for the Bruins. 

Prior to San Jac: A 2008 graduate of Clear Creek HS… Helped the Wildcats to two 

district championships… Two-time team MVP… Twice named All-District and All-County. 

Gernander on Davis: “Ian is big, strong, hustles, and can run. He’s great to watch, and 

when he fine-tunes his basketball skills, he’ll be a great player.” 

#44 Virgil Cissoko 

6-7 | Soph. | F 

St. Denis, France | Stoneridge 

Prep (Howard College) 

As a freshman (Howard College): Along with teammate Moses Sundufu, helped lead the 

Hawks to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national title. 

Gernander on Cissoko: “Virgil brings championship experience after winning a national 

title with Howard College last season. He’s probably our fastest player on our team and 

has a great work ethic.” 

#45 Chris Richardson 

6-8 | Soph. | F 

Roanoke Rapids, NC | 

Waccamaw Academy 

Prior to San Jac: A 2009 graduate of Waccamaw Academy… Led the Warriors to the 

playoffs… Named the Columbus County Player of the Year. 

Gernander on Richardson: “Chris could be our best big man. He has great footwork and 

touch, and is a great rebounder and scorer around the basket.” 

Troy Rabon 

Athletic Trainer 

Valerie Newlander 

Team Manager 


Coach Profile 

Scott Gernander 

University of Minnesota – Duluth (1969), University of Minnesota (1980) 

Overall collegiate record: 611-154 (23 seasons) 

Overall high school record: 153-51 (nine seasons) 

Head Coach Scott Gernander enters his 24th season at 

the helm of the San Jacinto College men’s basketball 

program, and his intensity and passion for coaching 

has never been more evident. Entering this season, 

Gernander owns a 611-154 overall record, amounting 

to an astounding .800 win percentage. His record as 

San Jac’s all-time winningest coach offers evidence 

of his success. He’s taken his teams to the national 

tournament on eight different occasions, finishing as the 

national runner-up twice. Dozens of players have moved 

on to NCAA Division I institutions, and many have gone 

pro following their collegiate career. Coach Gernander’s 

611 wins rank 11th all-time in National Junior College 

Athletic Association (NJCAA) history. 

Gernander led his squad to the Region XIV quarterfinals 

and a 20-12 overall record during the 2008-09 season. 

Three players went on to NCAA Division I institutions – 

Maurice McNeil (University of Houston), Devin McDonald 

(University of New Orleans), and Andrew Gonzalez 

(Houston Baptist University) – a sign of Gernander’s 

success as a head coach. 

On Jan. 5, 2010, Gernander did what few before him have 

done. With a 103-51 win over Lone Star – Tomball, the 

Hall of Fame coach notched his 600th career win, making 

him one of just 13 active NJCAA head coaches to eclipse 

600 career victories. Last season, San Jac had a young 

squad that finished 25-6 under Gernander’s leadership. 

Carrington Tankson, Dion Prewster, and Marsell Holden 

earned All-Region honors, and Gernander was named 

the Region XIV coach of the year. At one point during 

the season, San Jac was ranked fifth in the nation, and 

earned a third seed at the conference tournament. 


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Coach Profiles 

The 2007-08 season was much of the same for 

Gernander, as he guided his team to the Region 

XIV semifinals, completing the season at 23-9, 

and outscoring opponents an average of 86-77. 

Five players went on to earn scholarships at 

NCAA institutions. The highlight of that season 

came before a single game was ever played, 

as Gernander was inducted into the University 

of Minnesota at Duluth (UMD) Athletic Hall of 

Fame, his alma mater. He is also a member of 

the National Junior College Athletic Association 

(NJCAA) Hall of Fame, and is an eight-time 

NJCAA Region XIV coach of the year. 

A four-time letterwinner in both football and basketball 

at UMD, Gernander led the Bulldogs on the hard court in 

points per game as senior with 11.7. That season, he was 

named the UMD men’s basketball most valuable player and 

outstanding senior athlete. 

Gernander holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education 

from Minnesota-Duluth, and a master’s degree in education 

from the University of Minnesota. He and his wife, Bernie, 

have six children: Marc, Lee (deceased), Bridget, Andrea, 

Paige, and Scott Robert, who is in his third year as a 

volunteer assistant coach with San Jac. 

Gernander’s protégé’s include former NBA All- 

Stars Steve Francis and Sam Cassell. Francis 

spent over 10 years in the NBA, while Cassell 

guided Houston to back-to-back championships, 

and most recently won a title with the Boston 

Celtics. He is now an assistant coach with the 

Washington Wizards. Gernander couldn’t be 

more proud of their accomplishments. 

Gernander began his coaching career at Tower- 

Soudan High School (Minnesota) where he 

coached for seven years. He then made his way 

to Texas as the head coach at South Houston 

High School. In 1980 he was hired as an 

assistant coach at San Jacinto College, and was 

named head coach prior to the 1987-88 season. 

As an assistant coach, Gernander helped San 

Jac win three national titles. 

The Gernander File 

Career Record: 611-154 

2009-10: 25-6, Region XIV quarterfinals 


2007-08: 23-9, Region XIV semifinals 


2005-06: 24-12, NJCAA tournament qualifier 

2004-05: 31-3, conference champion 


2002-03: 28-10, NJCAA national champion runner up 




1998-99: 25-7, conference co-champion 


1996-97: 36-1, NJCAA national champion runner up 

1995-96: 24-7, state qualifier 






1989-90: 34-4, 7th at NJCAA tournament 

1988-89: 35-4, 3rd at NJCAA tournament 



Jacob Wonders 

Assistant Coach, First Season 

Central Michigan University (1997), Lamar University (2000) 

Assistant Coaches 

In June 2010, San Jacinto College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Scott Gernander completed his 

coaching staff with the hiring of Jacob Wonders, former head coach at Panola College. Wonders comes 

to San Jac with more than 10 years coaching experience. 

Wonders spent the past four seasons as the head coach at Panola College in Carthage, Texas, where 

he helped the Ponies average more than 80 points per game each season (2006-2010). Twenty-seven 

student-athletes under Wonders’ tutelage continued their education and basketball careers at four-year 

universities, including 17 who earned scholarships to play at the NCAA Division I level. 

Prior to his time at Panola, Wonders spent three years as an assistant coach at Houston Baptist 

University (HBU). While at HBU, Wonders was responsible for scouting, academic monitoring, on-the-floor 

coaching, and coordinating the Huskies recruiting efforts. During his tenure, HBU went 77-22, including 

three consecutive National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) national tournament berths and 

a top-10 national ranking in points per game. During the 2005-06 season, the Huskies finished No. 8 

in the nation with a 27-6 overall record, and appeared in the NAIA Sweet Sixteen for the second time in 

school history. 

“We are so fortunate to have Jacob as our new assistant basketball coach,” said Gernander. “He has 

done a tremendous job wherever he has coached. He is a hard worker, a good recruiter, and has a great 

basketball mind. He has a great feel for people, players, and coaches, and is well respected by many in 

the basketball profession. We are looking forward to having him help keep our great tradition alive at San 

Jacinto College.” 

Wonders began his coaching career at his alma mater, Central Michigan University, where he was a 

student assistant with the Chippewas before graduating in 1997. He then traveled to Beaumont, Texas, 

as an assistant coach at Lamar University, helping the Cardinals to the 2000 Southland Conference 

tournament championship, and a berth in the NCAA tournament. He has also held coaching stints at 

Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho, and as a volunteer assistant coach at San Jacinto College 

during the 2001-02 season. 

A native of Detroit, Mich., Wonders earned a degree in sports studies from Central Michigan University, and 

holds a master’s in kinesiology from Lamar University. He and his wife, Caren, have two children. He is a 

member of the National Association of Basketball Coaches and the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches. 

Scott R. Gernander 

Volunteer Assistant Coach, Third Season 

Sam Houston State University (2006, M.A. 2008) 

After spending a season as a graduate assistant coach at his alma mater, Sam Houston State University, Scott R. 

Gernander returned in 2008 to the school where his collegiate playing days began to serve as an assistant coach 

under his legendary father. This season marks his third as an assistant coach on the San Jac sideline. 

As a graduate assistant at Sam Houston State from 2005-2008, the younger Gernander coached on teams that 

recorded a combined 66-27 record, and had three 20-win seasons in the Southland Conference. 

The 27-year-old Gernander played as a guard at SHSU from 2003 to 2005, averaging seven minutes a game as a top 

reserve. The Bearkats were 31-27 during his time on the hard court. Prior to playing at Sam Houston, Gernander was 

a member of the San Jacinto College men’s basketball team, where he played on teams that went 57-12, won two 

conference titles, and were national junior college runners-up. He averaged 8.1 points per game while at San Jac. 

Before playing at San Jac for his father, the younger Gernander was a first team All-District and second team All- 

Region guard for Coach Boyce Paxton at Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena. He averaged 17.8 points as a senior. 

Gernander received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Sam Houston State in 2006 and a Master of Arts in 

Kinesiology in 2008. He married Amanda Crabtree in June of 2008. 


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2009-2010 Stats and Results 

Total 3-Point F-Throw Rebounds 

Player gp-gs Min. fg-fga Pct. 3fg-fga Pct. ft-fta Pct. Off Def Tot Avg. PF A TO St. Blk. Pts. Avg. 

Alix, Kevin 9-0 45 3-14 21.4 1-6 16.7 4-4 100.0 0 2 2 0.2 5 8 7 5 0 11 1.2 

Carter, Jason 6-0 30 2-5 40.0 0-1 0.0 3-4 75.0 2 5 7 1.2 4 1 3 0 0 7 1.2 

Coleman, Kylel 30-25 607 90-183 49.2 10-44 22.7 47-68 69.1 12 45 54 1.8 46 125 77 36 7 237 7.9 

Freeman, Lorenzo 31-27 564 86-182 47.3 1-4 25.0 52-93 55.9 79 124 203 6.5 70 9 43 17 37 225 7.3 

Harrison, Dre 15-5 343 43-103 41.7 11-39 28.2 35-46 76.1 11 39 50 3.3 38 56 25 13 2 132 8.8 

Holden, Marsell 31-1 790 124-285 43.5 95-231 41.1 94-103 91.3 20 52 72 2.3 40 37 27 15 1 437 14.1 

Ivankovic, Ilija 30-2 310 32-63 50.8 0-0 0.0 11-23 47.8 32 55 87 2.9 28 10 5 4 4 75 2.5 

Morales, Adrian 24-0 302 17-60 28.3 13-46 28.3 18-20 90.0 3 26 29 1.2 23 48 17 6 3 65 2.7 

Prewster, Dion 31-31 1023 165-306 53.9 39-93 41.9 51-91 56.0 113 250 363 11.7 57 84 51 32 62 420 13.5 

Rivera, Jesus 27-0 202 25-57 43.9 2-11 18.2 22-41 53.7 24 28 52 1.9 36 7 14 7 4 74 2.7 

Tankson, Carrington 31-30 908 161-352 45.7 57-175 32.6 108-153 70.6 40 113 153 4.9 60 61 59 38 9 487 15.7 

Taylor, Daryell 31-31 679 93-254 36.6 34-128 26.6 41-56 73.2 27 59 86 2.8 44 46 17 36 2 261 8.4 

Wesley, Josh 31-1 485 48-91 52.7 0-0 0.0 24-48 43.8 66 88 154 5.0 72 26 33 11 10 117 3.8 

TOTALS 31 ---- 889-1955 45.5 263-778 33.8 507-750 67.6 429 883 1312 42.3 523 518 378 220 141 2548 82.2 

Score by Periods 1 st 2 nd OT Totals 

San Jacinto College 1208 1342 0 2550 

Opponents 929 1147 0 2076 

2009-10 Season Results 

Date Opponent W/L Score 

11/02/09 Lone Star – Cy Fair W 106-48 

11/04/09 Lone Star – Kingwood W 95-73 

11/06/09 Lone Star – Tomball$ W 111-43 

11/07/09 Richland College$ W 88-73 

11/10/09 Coastal Bend Community College* W 90-73 

11/12/09 Temple College W 94-87 

11/14/09 Collin County W 74-63 

11/17/09 at Panola College W 81-65 

11/19/09 Lone Star – Kingwood W 101-61 

11/21/09 at Jacksonville College* W 82-69 

11/24/09 Lamar State – Port Arthur* W 78-59 

11/28/09 at Coastal Bend Community College* W 84-41 

12/02/09 at Lee College* L 76-80 

12/05/09 Lon Morris* W 79-70 

01/05/10 Lone Star – Tomball W 103-51 

01/09/10 at Angelina College* W 63-54 

01/13/10 Blinn College* W 90-70 

01/16/10 at Tyler Junior College* L 77-91 

01/20/10 Trinity Valley Community College* W 82-68 

01/23/10 at Paris Junior College* L 71-72 

01/27/10 Panola College* W 82-75 

01/30/10 at Navarro College* W 61-60 

02/03/10 Kilgore College* W 69-67 

02/06/10 Jacksonville College* L 76-90 

02/11/10 at Lamar State – Port Arthur* L 55-66 

02/13/10 Lee College* W 93-61 

02/17/10 at Lon Morris* W 75-59 

02/20/10 at Bossier Parish Community College W 85-71 

02/24/10 Angelina College* W 92-81 

02/27/10 at Blinn College* W 76-71 

03/06/10 Lee College^ L 61-64 

Marsell Holden 

$ = Sam Cassell Classic 

* = Region XIV game 


Familiar Face sees success in NBA 

A face familiar to the San Jacinto College men’s basketball program has seen success in the 

NBA. Steve Francis, nicknamed “Stevie Franchise,” played five seasons in Houston during the 

early part of his career, and later again signed with the Houston Rockets as a free agent. Francis 

also spent time with the Orlando Magic, New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies during his 10+ 

years in the NBA. 

As a member of the San Jac men’s basketball team from 1996 to 1997, Francis helped SJC 

reach the national title game, averaging 12.5 and 7.5 rebounds per game. Head Coach Scott 

Gernander remembers Francis’ arrival in Pasadena like it was yesterday. “He was sort of 

raw in terms of his skills because he hadn’t played that last year,” Gernander said. “About 

halfway through the season, I could see his incredible talent taking over games. He’s the best 

rebounding guard we have ever had and he could do so many things to help you win. He played 

above the rim from the guard spot and was a big contributor that year.” 

Ironically, Francis did not play basketball as a senior in high school in Maryland, but came 

to San Jac to try to restart his career. He did that and more. Gernander watched Francis 

guide a talented team to 36 straight wins before a loss in the National Junior College Athletic 

Association (NJCAA) national tournament. Over the years, Gernander and Francis have remained 

close. 

After two standout seasons at the University of Maryland, Francis was the second overall pick of 

the Vancouver Grizzlies in the 1999 NBA draft. He was traded to the Rockets a short time later, 

and San Jac fans were no doubt happy to see Francis back in H-town. He shared rookie of the 

year honors in 2000 with Elton Brand and was runner-up to Vince Carter in the 2000 Slam Dunk 

Contest. Prior to the 2004-05 season, he again packed his bags and headed to Orlando as part 

of a trade with the Rockets for Tracy McGrady, before returning to Houston a few years later. 

“Steve called me the night he resigned with the Rockets (in 2007),” Gernander said. “We talked 

for about an hour. He was thrilled to be back in town as a player. He’s always kept a home here, 

and I know he was pleased to be able to come back to a familiar place.” In his 11 years in the 

NBA, Francis averaged 12 points and 2.7 rebounds per game. 

Cassell wins NBA title with Celtics, enters coaching ranks 

Sam Cassell is another former San Jac player who enjoyed a fine career in the National 

Basketball Association. In 2008 he added yet another NBA championship to his résumé in what 

would prove to be his final season as a NBA player. 

Cassell was with San Jac for two seasons (1990–1992) and averaged 23.4 points, 7.6 assists 

and 5.1 rebounds a contest during an All-America sophomore season. After playing the 1992-93 

season with Florida State, Cassell was a first-round pick of the Houston Rockets in 1993, where 

he helped the team win back-to-back NBA world championships (1993–1994 and 1994 –1995). 

In 17 seasons in the NBA, Cassell scored 15,635 points, grabbed 3,221 rebounds, and dished 

out 5,939 assists. In March 2008 he was honored as the ninth best of the 20 greatest players in 

Milwaukee Bucks history during the team’s 40th Anniversary Team Celebration. He was hired as 

an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards in May 2009. 

What a journey it was for the player formerly known as ‘Sam I Am’ in Houston. Cassell was the 

24th overall player chosen in the 1993 NBA draft. In the 1993 NBA Finals against New York, 

Cassell made several clutch baskets that helped the team eventually win the title in a seven 

game series. The next year, Cassell again played a big role as the Rockets advanced as the No. 

6 seed in the West, ultimately winning the title again in a four-game sweep of Orlando. 

Cassell spent three seasons in Houston and played for seven other teams in his 17 seasons in 

the NBA. 

“I’m so proud of Sam for the things he has accomplished in the game,” San Jacinto Head Coach 

Scott Gernander said. “He has always had the drive to be great and has had a terrific career. 

Two titles to start with and just a solid, solid career. I’m happy for him.” 


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Records 

San Jacinto College’s all-time record over a 

46-year span is 1,409-339 entering the 2010- 

2011 season. San Jac won 20 consecutive 

conference titles between 1973 and 1993 and 

has seen 18 players earn all-America honors. 

The 1973-1992 championships were during 

the years of the Texas Junior College Athletic 

Conference while the 1993 title was from the 

13-team Texas Eastern Athletic Conference. 

In addition, 18 San Jac players have become 

NBA draftees including former Houston Rockets’ 

guard Steve Francis, and former Boston 

Celtics guard, and current Washington Wizards 

assistant coach, Sam Cassell. 

COACHING RECORDS 

Tom Sewell (1961-1967).................... 141-89 

Ron Rucker (1967-1969)........................ 88-5 

Dean Evans (1969-1974).................... 165-32 

Wayne Ballard (1974-1977)................ 103-18 

Ronnie Arrow (1977-87)..................... 301-43 

Scott Gernander (1987-current)........ 611-154 

Total (1961-2009).................... 1,409-339 

REGION XIV RECORDS 

Consecutive Region XIV titles (1974-77) 

Total Region XIV titles, 19 (1967, 1968, 1969, 

1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1983, 1984, 1986, 

1987, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1997, 2000, 2001, 

2003, 2006) 

Region XIV runner-up, 6 (1965, 190, 1972, 

1978, 1982, 1988) 

Consecutive Region XIV South Zone 

Championships, 8 (1974-81) 

TEAM RECORDS 

Win-Loss Totals (Years) 

1. 37-0 (1985-86) 

2. 36-1 (1986-87) 

3. 36-1 (1996-97) 

4. 44-2 (1967-68) 

Longest Home Court Winning Streak 

101 games (1982-89) 

Points Scored 

136 pts. vs. LMC (1986) 

Single Game Margin of Victory 

68 pts. (111-43 vs. Lone Star-Tomball), 2009 

Offensive Team Average 

105.5 pts. (1989-90) 

Defensive Team Average 

52.2 pts. (1968-69) 

High Score 

146 pts. vs. St. Philips College (1972) 

Single Half Points 

82 pts. vs. Angelina College (second half) (1990) 

80 pts. vs. Lon Morris (second half) (1986) 

100 Point Games (Single Season) 

24 (1989-90) 

22 (1988-89) 

21 (1971-72) 

21 (1985-86) 

Adrian Morales 

INDIVIDUAL RECORDS 

Single Game Points Total 

53, Ollie Taylor vs. San Antonio College (1968) 

50, Michael Lloyd vs. Kilgore College (1993) 

44, Ollie Taylor vs. Tyler (1968) 

Single Game Field Goals 

22, Ollie Taylor vs. San Antonio College (1968) 

Career Points 

2,457 Ollie Taylor (1966-68) 

Single Game Rebound Total 

34, Leonard Springer vs. Lamar Tech (1963) 

31, Larry Spriggs vs. St. Philips College (1978) 

Season Rebound Total 

504, Larry Spriggs (1977-78) 

Single Game Blocked Shots 

13, Walter Berry vs. Western Texas (1984) 

Season Blocked Shots Total 

184, Alton Lister (1976-77) 

Single Game Assists Total 

23, Gabe Ramirez vs. Kilgore (1988) 

Single Game 3-Point Field Goals Made 

11, Marcus West vs. Panola (2002-2003) 

Josh Wesley 

Season 3-Point Field Goals Made 

119, William Clay (1996-97) 


History and Achievements 

NJCAA Milestones 

National Champions: 1968, 1983, 1984 and 1986 

(Undefeated Champs: In 1986, San Jacinto College 

became the fourth team in NJCAA history to go 

undefeated and win the national championship.) 

National Champion Runner-up: 1967, 1977, 1997 

and 2003 

National Tournament Appearances: 19 (1967, 68, 

69, 74, 75, 76, 77, 83, 84, 86, 87, 89, 90, 92, 97, 2000, 

2001, 2003, 2006) 

Season-by-Season Records 

1961–62: 14-19 

1962–63: 19-16 

1963–64: 22-14, Region XIV south zone tournament champions 

1964–65: 19-20 

1965–66: 25-15, Conference Champions 

1966–67: 42-5, National Champions Runner-up 

1967–68: 44-2, National Champions 

1968–69: 44-3, 7th place national tournament finish 




1972–73: 22-12, Region XIV south zone tournament finalist 



1975–76: 32-7, National tournament quarter finalists 






1981–82: 30-4, Conference Champions, regional runners-up 







1988–89: 36-4, 3rd place national tournament finish 


1990–91: 27-4, Conference Champions, state final four 

1991–92: 25-9, State champions, national qualifier 

1992–93: 24-6, Conference champions, state qualifier 

1993–94: 14-15, State qualifier 



1996–97: 36-1, National Champion Runner-up 

1997–98: 26-4, Conference Champions, state qualifier 

1998–99: 25-7, Co-conference Champions, state qualifier 

1999–2000: 30-5, Conference Champions, national qualifier 

2000–01: 30-6, Conference Champions, national qualifier 



2003–04: 27-4, Co-Conference Champions 


2005–06: 24-12, Region XIV tournament champions, 

national qualifier 

2006–07: 23-8, Region XIV tournament quarterfinals 

2007–08: 23-9, Region XIV tournament semifinals 



Daryell Taylor 

Players Find Success After San Jacinto College 

San Jacinto College has a remarkable tradition of sending players to four-year colleges after their stay in Pasadena. 

Here is a look at the former players to have gone on to play beyond SJC. 

Player Yrs. at SJC School 

Player Yrs. at SJC School 

Tom Mitchell 1965-67 Seattle 

William Howze 1991-93 New Mexico State University 

Richard Vasquez 1965-67 University of Florida 

Carl Turner 1991-93 St. Louis University 

Ollie Taylor 1966-68 University of Houston 

Michael Lloyd 1992-94 Syracuse University 

Jeff Haliburton 1967-69 Drake 

Lonnie Alexander 1993-95 Stephen F. Austin State University 

Terry Mullins 1967-69 University of Texas 

Dink Peters 1994-96 East Carolina University 

Leon Huff 1968-70 Drake 

Omar Sneed 1995-97 University of Memphis 

Bob Nash 1968-70 University of Hawaii 

Steve Francis 1996-97 University of Maryland 

Buzzy Thomas 1970-72 Drake 

Calvin Bowman 1996-98 West Virginia University 

Tom Henderson 1970-72 University of Hawaii 

William Clay 1996-98 University of Texas 

Art Johnson 1973-74 Iowa State University 

Alex Scales 1996-98 University of Oregon 

Ray Williams 1973-75 University of Minnesota 

Charlie Naihe 1998-99 Baylor University 

Sam Williams 1974-75 San Francisco 

Gee Gervin 1997-98 University of Houston 

Mike Schultz 1974-76 University of Houston 

Alex Shorts 1998-99 Miami University (Ohio) 

Ollie Mack 1975-77 East Carolina University 

Mugsy Green 1998-2000 Manhattan 

Alton Lister 1976-77 Arizona State 

Antonio Falu 1999-2001 St. Mary’s 

Larry Spriggs 1977-78 Howard 

Roberto Morentin 1999-2001 University of Central Florida 

Curtis Phauls 1977-79 University of Massachusetts Darnell Hopkins 2001-03 Murray State 

Billy Goodwin 1979-80 St. John’s 

Daryl Mason 2001-03 University of Louisiana – Monroe 

Don Plummer 1980-81 San Diego State 

Jihad Muhammad 2001-03 University of Cincinnati 

Nolan Gibson 1981-83 Bradley 

Rashad Robinson 2001-03 Liberty University 

Carey Holland 1981-83 Auburn 

Marcus West 2001-03 Fresno State 

Spoon James 1981-83 UNLV 

Scott Robert Gernander 2001-03 Sam Houston State University 

Andre Ross 1981-83 San Diego State 

Courtney Captain 2003-05 East Carolina University 

Walter Berry 1983-84 St. John’s 

Kentrell Gransbury 2003-05 South Florida 

Ron Singleton 1983-84 Arizona State 

Trey McDowell 2003-05 Louisiana Tech University 

Linwood Moye 1983-84 UNLV 

Manuel Neto 2004-06 Stoneybrook 

Lew Hill 1983-85 Wichita State 

Champ Sylvester 2004-06 Texas A&M-Commerce 

Tom Grant 1985-86 University of Houston 

Kevin Widemond 2004-06 Texas A&M-Commerce 

Tyrone Shaw 1984-86 West Virginia University 

Tafari Toney 2004-06 University of Houston 

Ledell Eackles 1984-86 University of New Orleans 

Ben Bell 2005-06 University of North Texas 

Boo Harvey 1985-87 St. John’s 

Robert McKiver 2005-06 University of Houston 

Michael Porter 1985-87 St. John’s 

David Devezin 2006-07 Marist 

John Hudson 1985-87 University of South Carolina Booker Woodfox 2006-07 Creighton University 

David Butler 1986-88 UNLV 

Luiz Moreira 2006-07 St. Mary’s (San Antonio) 

Moses Scurry 1986-88 UNLV 

Jeremy Barr 2007-08 Louisiana-Lafayette 

Arnold Bernard 1987-89 Southwest Missouri State 

Kyle Cannon 2007-08 Oklahoma University 

Daryl Reid 1987-89 Southwest Missouri State 

Jason Crockom 2007-08 Missouri Baptist 

Butch Morris 1988-90 University of Arkansas 

Lance Pevehouse 2007-08 Sam Houston State University 

Bryan Sallier 1989-90 Oklahoma University 

Stavon Williams 2007-08 Utah State 

Sam Cassell 1989-91 Florida State University 

Andrew Gonzalez 2008-09 Houston Baptist University 

Rodney Odom 1990-91 University of North Carolina-Charlotte Devin McDonald 2008-09 University of New Orleans 

Ernest Jackson 1990-92 University of South Alabama Maurice McNeil 2008-09 University of Houston 

Bill Burnett 1990-92 Southern University 

Carrington Tankson 2009-10 Tarleton State University 

Leonard Williams 1990-92 Louisiana Tech University 

Dion Prewster 2009-10 Stephen F. Austin State University 


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Cheerleading 

Team photo cutline (from left to right): From left, (front row): Donada Fortnar, 

and Stephanie Ramirez; (second row): Elisha Smith, Lisa Drees, and Jordan 

Esquivel; (back row, standing): Kii’ana Bates, Erik Christopherson, Tabitha 

Fuller, Gilbert Solis, Diamond Simpson, Richard Sparks, and Shelby Nordstrom. 

The San Jac cheer squad is coached by first-year coach Levis Francis, a former 

co-captain of the Baltimore Ravens cheerleading squad. 

Levis Francis 

Cheerleading Coach, First Season 

Levis Francis joins San Jacinto College Central 

this year as its newest cheerleading coach. 

A former Baltimore Ravens cheerleading co-captain, 

Francis incorporates coaching techniques that include 

sharp motions, clean routines, solid stunting, and an overall 

uniformed look. 

“The style this year is very collegiate,” said Francis. “At 

the same time, we do incorporate different styles, including 

funk and hip-hop elements into our routines to show our 

versatility.” 

Along with her NFL cheerleading experience, Francis has 

eight years of coaching experience, including five years with Los Angeles Valley College. She is certified 

by the National Cheerleading Association and the United Spirit Association and holds a bachelor’s degree 

in communication from Morgan State University and a master’s degree in physical education from Azusa 

Pacific University. 

“In Levis, we think we got someone who can really motivate, who has a lot of experience and who is 

just eager to raise our cheer squad to a great level,” said Scott Gernander, Head Coach of the SJC men’s 

basketball team. 

Francis said the team is ready make their debut year at upcoming games at the Central campus. 

“I am extremely excited to be here and in awe of my new team every day,” said Francis. “They are a 

talented group of individuals. We are committed to working at our highest potential, supporting our teams 

and being of excellent service to our institution.” 


San Jacinto College Central Campus 

8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX 77505 

281.998.6150 

Surrounded by the monuments of history, the industries and maritime enterprises 

of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has been serving 

the citizens of East Harris County, Texas, for nearly 50 years. The service area 

includes the Channelview, Deer Park, Galena Park, La Porte, Pasadena, and Sheldon 

Independent School Districts, as well as portions of the Humble, Pearland, and Clear 

Creek school districts. 

The College roots date back to May of 1960 when voters in the district approved the 

creation of East Harris County Union Junior College and a seven-member Board of 

Regents was established. The name was changed a few times over its history to its 

current San Jacinto Community College District, although it has always been informally 

referred to as San Jacinto College. In September of 1961, 876 students attended 

the College at its location in Pasadena. Since then, the College has grown to include 

three campuses, seven extension centers, a continuing and professional development 

division, distance learning, a dual credit program with local high schools, an early 

college high school in cooperation with Clear Creek ISD, and an enrollment of over 

27,000 credit students each semester. 

San Jacinto College is committed to the citizens of East Harris 

County. At the core of our values is student success… the 

reason for our being. Our comprehensive community college 

mission is to empower students who come with a wide variety of 

goals to find the assistance they need at their college, 

San Jacinto College. Our commitment to the community is to 

assist in developing a skilled and trained workforce through the 

Continuing & Professional Development (CPD) division, which 

offers programs and courses for individuals to retain or advance 

in their jobs, or make career transitions. 

We have made a strong commitment to academic excellence. 

Our students choose from more than 140 degree and certificate 

programs in a variety of fields including academic transfer programs 

to four-year institutions and a wide assortment of technical and 

work force training programs. Our award-winning faculty members 

are passionate about teaching. 

The College has placed an emphasis on upgrading facilities and 

technology to support student learning for the last 10 years. From the 

1999 bond election, the College’s three campuses have a state-of-the-art Interactive 

Learning Center and Fine Arts Centers. In May 2008, the College passed a $295 million 

bond referendum to further enhance student success. Through these funds, we will 

continue to upgrade facilities especially in the areas of science and allied health. We are 

committed to upgrading our libraries and will create student one-stop shop resources so 

students have one place to go to get the services they need. 

Students who attend San Jacinto College are offered a wide array of services, ranging 

from tutoring and advising at the Student Success Centers, to financial aid assistance 

from knowledgeable and well-trained financial aid advisors. Students are also provided 

career assessment testing and assistance with resumes and interviews for employment. 

San Jacinto College offers assistance with enrollment, and the special populations office 

provides assistance for students with certain disabilities and / or impairments. 

Anders Gymnasium 


Your Goals. Your College. 

Students and staff come to San Jacinto College with various goals and aspirations, and we 

remain committed to their success. 


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Basketball Schedule 

2010-2011 

Day Date Opponent Time Site 

Saturday Oct. 9 Seward County Community College^ 9:30 a.m. Dallas 

Coffeyville Community College^ 12:30 p.m. Dallas 

Seminole State College^ 2:30 p.m. Dallas 

Friday Oct. 15 Hill College^ 4:30 p.m. Corsicana 

Southwestern Christian^ 6:30 p.m. Corsicana 

Thursday Oct. 21 University of St. Thomas^ 4:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Oct. 27 McLennan Community College^ 5 p.m. College Station 

Monday Nov. 1 Lone Star – Cy Fair 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Nov. 3 Lone Star – Kingwood 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

SAM CASSELL CLASSIC 

Friday Nov. 5 Victoria College vs. Blinn 6 p.m. Pasadena 

San Jac vs. Lone Star – Tomball 8 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Nov. 6 Lone Star – Tomball vs. Blinn 2 p.m. Pasadena 

San Jac vs. Victoria College 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Tuesday Nov. 9 Temple College 7:30 p.m. Temple 

Saturday Nov. 13 Collin County Community College 2 p.m. Plano 

Tuesday Nov. 16 Lone Star – Kingwood 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Thursday Nov. 18 Stephen F. Austin State University J.V. 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Nov. 20 Coastal Bend Community College 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Tuesday Nov. 23 Blinn College* 7:30 p.m. Brenham 

Saturday Nov. 27 Coastal Bend Community College 2 p.m. Beeville 

Wednesday Dec. 1 Lamar State College – Port Arthur* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Dec. 4 Lee College* 7 p.m. Baytown 

Wednesday Dec. 8 Angelina College* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Jan. 5 Lon Morris* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Friday Jan. 7 Lone Star – Tomball 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Jan. 12 Jacksonville College* 7:30 p.m. Jacksonville 

Saturday Jan. 15 Bossier Parish Community College* 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Jan. 19 Trinity Valley Community College* 7:30 p.m. Athens 

Saturday Jan. 22 Kilgore College* 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Jan. 26 Tyler Junior College* 7:30 p.m. Tyler 

Saturday Jan. 29 Paris Junior College* 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Wednesday Feb. 2 Panola College* 7:30 p.m. Carthage 

Saturday Feb. 5 Angelina College* 4 p.m. Lufkin 

Wednesday Feb. 9 Blinn College* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Feb. 12 Lamar State College – Port Arthur* 4 p.m. Port Arthur 

Wednesday Feb. 16 Lee College* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Feb. 19 Lon Morris* 4 p.m. Jacksonville 

Wednesday Feb. 23 Navarro College* 7:30 p.m. Pasadena 

Saturday Feb. 26 Jacksonville College* 4 p.m. Pasadena 

Thursday-Monday March 3-7 Region XIV Tournament TBA Tyler 

Tuesday-Saturday March 15-19 NJCAA National Tournament TBA Hutchinson, Kansas 

^ denotes scrimmage 

* denotes Region XIV Conference game 

All games listed in bold are home games played at Anders Gymnasium located on the San Jacinto College Central campus at 8060 Spencer Highway in Pasadena. 

Listen live to all San Jac men’s basketball home games at www.legacysports.com. 

281.998.6150 

San Jacinto College Men’s Basketball 2010-2011 

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