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1 Meet The Sun Devils

2 Gabby Fage 5-11 Sr. G/F Melbourne, Australia Upwey HS 30 Smart, athletic guard who possesses excellent fundamentals on both sides of the floor Has great vision on the floor and does a good job of creating shots for others Aggressive player who can score in a variety of different ways Has played in 67 games over the last two seasons... Will look to pick up where she left off at the end of the season as she played a big role in helping the Sun Devils qualify for the Elite Eight for the second time in three years... Was a member of the Australian Junior National Squad Played in 28 games (8.3 minutes per game). Stepped up and played a big role in ASU's run to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament. After averaging 5.8 minutes in her first 24 games of the season, averaged 22.8 minutes in ASU's four NCAA Tournament contests. Had a career-high three blocks vs. Hofstra (Nov. 28). Made 67 percent of her shots, dished out three assists and grabbed two rebounds in ASU's wins vs. Washington (Feb. 26) and Washington State (Feb. 28). Scored a career-best six points, which came on a pair of 3-point field goals in ASU's upset of No. 9 California in Berkeley (Mar. 5). Came through with clutch effort in ASU's win over Florida State to help send the Sun Devils to the Sweet 16. Provided ASU with a big spark off the bench as she played a career-high 26 minutes and tied her career high in points (6) and set a new career best with six rebounds. Hit backto-back 3-pointers over a 31-second span to cut Florida State's once nine-point lead to a single point, 46-45, with 6:12 left in the game. Solid effort produced two points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes in ASU's Trenton Regional semifinal win over Texas A&M Played in 28 games. Had season bests in points (4) and assists (4) in win vs. Gonzaga (Nov. 30). Played a career-high 19 minutes vs. Fresno State (Dec. 17) and would duplicate that again vs. Washington State (Feb. 21). Also had a seasonbest four rebounds against the Cougars Appeared in 11 games for the Sun Devils. Tallied two points, two rebounds, one assist and one block in win vs. Florida Atlantic (Nov. 13). Scored three points, grabbed four rebounds and dished out four assists while playing a career-high 15 minutes in ASU s win over Nicholls State (Nov. 15). Played 11 minutes and recorded a career-best five rebounds in ASU s win over Boston (Dec. 1). A 2005 graduate of Upwey in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Was a four-year varsity player. Captained the under 18 Victorian State team, which ended up being the runner-up in the under-18 Australian National Junior Classic in addition to winning gold at the Victorian Club Championships. In 2004, was selected for the senior women s development team which went on to win the Victorian League Basketball Championship Series in which she was the top scorer in the first game with 18 points to go along with seven blocks and five assists. In 2003, captained her under-16 club team, which won the under 16 Australian National Junior Classic and was runner-up in the Victorian Club Championships. A member of the Nunawading Spectres club team during high school. In addition to playing for the Nunawading Specters club team, also played for the Belgrave South Red Devils club team earlier in her career and attended Upwey. Also coming up through that exact same path (Nunawading, Belgrave and Upwey) was WNBA player Penny Taylor. Major is BIS (business and psychology). The daughter of Terry and Sheryl Fage of Victoria, Australia. Her father is a retired soldier and her mother is a hospital theatre nurse. Has three older sisters, Mellissa (34), Olivia (31), Monique (23) and a younger brother, Nathaniel (19). Lists ASU's Elite Eight run in the 2009 NCAA Tournament as her most exciting sports experience. Hobbies include shopping and hanging out with friends. Born May 16, 1988, in Brisbane, Australia. Full name is Gabrielle Madine Fage. GABBY FAGE S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Career Bests Points: 6 (2x) last vs. Florida State 3/23/09; Field Goals: 2 (2x) last vs. Florida State 3/23/09; FG Attempts: 5 vs. Florida State 03/23/09; 3-Pointers: 2 (2x) last vs. Florida State 3/23/09; 3-Point Attempts: 4 last vs. Florida State 03/23/09; Rebounds: 6 vs. Florida State 03/23/09; Assists: 4 (2x) last vs. Gonzaga 11/30/07; Steals: 2 (2x) last vs Texas A&M 3/29/09; Blocks: 3 vs. Hofstra 11/28/08; Minutes: 26 (2x) last vs. Florida State 3/23/

3 Getting to know Gabby Fage Favorite TV Show: Nip/Tuck and Grey s Anatomy, Jon and Kate Plus 8, Deadliest Catch Nicknames: Gabby, Gabsta, Gabbalina, Gab, Gabbatron Favorite Food: Sesame seed bagels Favorite Movies: Brokedown Palace, The Other Boleyn Girl, Atonement, The Hangover Favorite Class: Psychology Favorite Place to compete (other than Wells Fargo Arena): USC's Galen Center If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Vogue Dream Vacation: Fiji sun, surf and beach! If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Oprah Who was your hero growing up: Lance Armstrong How do you prepare yourself for games: Listen to music, do my hair Favorite pre-game meal: Pasta What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: As a successful business woman What is your first basketball memory: Being so afraid of the ball that I d stand in the corner of the court and not move

4 Kayli Murphy 6-2 Sr. F/C Mesa, Ariz. St. Mary s HS 21 Athletic, versatile post who has good scoring range... After playing primarily as a reserve her first two seasons, stepped into a full-time starter s role last season and was a key player during the Sun Devils run to the Elite Eight... Tied for the sixth-best shot block total in ASU history as a freshman... Was a teammate of current Sun Devil Dymond Simon at Phoenix St. Mary s, where the two helped lead the Lady Knights to two state championships and one runner-up finish After playing in every game for ASU the last two seasons, missed the first six games of the season with a hand injury she sustained during preseason workouts before returning to the lineup against UC Irvine (Dec. 6). Became a regular starter after her return and went on to start 27 games. Earned Pac-10 Academic honorable mention honors. Made 58 percent of her field goal attempts in Pac-10 play and was successful on 64 percent of her shots (32-50) in ASU's last nine games of the season. Led ASU in rebounds (7) in win vs. Xavier (Dec. 21). Grabbed seven rebounds including three offensive boards to help ignite comefrom-behind victory at Arizona (Feb. 21). Scored 10 points (5-7 FGs) in win vs. Washington State (Feb. 28). Scored eight points (4-7 FGs) in ASU's upset of No. 9 California in Berkeley (Mar. 7). Posted career-best marks in points (12) and field goals (6) in ASU's Pac-10 Tournament quarterfinal against USC (Mar. 13). Had the best all-around game of her career in ASU's first round NCAA Tournament win over Georgia (Mar. 21). Made all six of her field goal attempts and scored a career-high 12 points for the second consecutive game. Also grabbed season-best 11 rebounds (one short of her career high) to account for the first double-double of her career. Made 3-of-4 shots and grabbed five rebounds in ASU's second round NCAA Tournament win over Florida State (Mar. 23). Scored nine points and grabbed six rebounds in ASU's Sweet 16 win over Texas A&M (Mar. 29) Played in all 33 games. Finished fourth on ASU in field goal percentage (48.3). Hit 51.1 percent of her shots over the season's last 15 games. Scored six points in back-to-back games vs. Yale (Nov. 19) and vs. Oklahoma (Nov. 22). Also added sixrebounds vs. Yale. Tied her (then) career best with eight rebounds in ASU's win over USC (Dec. 30). Recorded career-best marks in rebounds (12) and assists (4) vs. Stanford (Jan. 20). Made first start of her career at Washington (Jan. 24) and scored a career-best 11 points on 4-4 shooting. Scored seven points, grabbed six rebounds and had two steals and two assists in win at Washington State (Jan. 26). Made four of seven field goal attempts and tied her career best with three steals in win vs. Arizona (Feb. 8). Tied career-best mark in steals (3) in NCAA First Round win over Temple (Mar. 23) Key reserve who was one of four Sun Devils to play in all 36 games (12.6 minutes per game). Despite being ninth on the team in minutes per game, still managed to finish second on the team in offensive rebounds (47). Recorded five or more rebounds eight times, including a career-best eight boards in back-to-back wins over Washington State (Jan. 4) and Washington (Jan. 7). Scored a career-best 10 points on 4-6 shooting in the second game of her career in ASU s win over No. 18/20 New Mexico (Nov. 12). Had a career-best three blocks to go along with four points, three rebounds and one steal in ASU s win at USC (Feb. 15). Recorded seven rebounds, four points and two steals in ASU s win at Arizona (Feb. 24). Came through with quality minutes in the Pac-10 Tournament, scoring six points and grabbing four rebounds in back-to-back games vs. UCLA (Mar. 3) and California (Mar. 4). Played 20 minutes, scored six points, grabbed three rebounds, had two blocks and made the first three-point field goal of her career in ASU s Sweet Sixteen win over Bowling Green (Mar. 24). A 2006 graduate of St. Mary s in Phoenix. Along with current Sun Devil freshman Dymond Simon, helped lead St. Mary s to 5A State Championships in (35-0 record) and (26-4 record) and a runner-up finish in (28-5 record). Finished her St. Mary s career second on the school s all-time list in both rebounds (903) and blocked shots (267) and fourth in most points (1,377). Set the school single-season record for blocked shots with 95 in Earned all-state, honorable mention all-state, all-region, and honorable mention all-region during her four years at St. Mary s. Captained her team for one season. Scored a career high 32 points during her junior season and collected a career high 18 rebounds as a sophomore. Was a member of the National Honor Society and received an Academic Letter. Was also a member of her school s varsity volleyball team. Major is BIS (psychology and family studies). The daughter of Jerry (self-employed) and Laura Murphy (homemaker) of Mesa, Ariz. Has six siblings: Sarah (26), Jennifer (23), Trenton (18), Natalie (16), Connor (11) and Mattie-Mae. Younger brother Trent plays football at Stanford. Lists making it to the Elite Eight as her most exciting sports experience. Hobbies include spending time with friends and family and going on outdoor adventures. Born July 9, 1988, in Phoenix. Full name is Kayli Samantha Murphy. KAYLI MURPHY S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Career Bests Points: 12 (2x) last vs. Georgia 3/21/09; Field Goals: 6 (2x) last vs. Georgia 3/21/09; FG Attempts: 10 vs USC 3/13/09; 3-Pointers: 1 vs. Bowling Green 3/24/07; 3-Point Attempts: 1 (5x) last at California 2/14/08; Rebounds: 12 vs. Stanford 1/20/08; Assists: 4 vs. Stanford 1/20/08; Steals: 3 (5x) last at Oregon State; Blocks: 3 at USC 2/15/07; Minutes: 27 at Nebraska. 12/28/

5 Getting to know Kayli Murphy Favorite TV Show: Deadliest Catch. Nicknames: Murph Favorite Food: Mom's cooking Favorite Restaurant: Anything Breakfast Favorite Movie: Pride and Prejudice Favorite Class: Language Development Favorite Sun Devil Team (other than ASU WBB) & why: Football for the exciting atmosphere. If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Fitness Magazine If you could take a vacation anywhere, where would it be: Alaska and Iceland Who was your hero growing up: My Parents, they still are. How do you prepare yourself for games: Having quiet time to think about what I m about to do. Favorite pre-game meal: Pasta Favorite Sun Devil memory: Traveling in Italy What is your first basketball memory: My first basketball memory is having ASU players come to my practice in 5th grade. What did you want to be when you were growing up: A supermodel Something people would be surprised to know about me: My family owns horses, cows, chickens, and dogs. One word to describe me on the court would be: Hardworking One word to describe me off the court would be: Fun! Dream job: Helping children

6 Danielle Orsillo 5-9 Sr. G Oroville, Calif. Las Plumas HS 13 After being forced to sit out the season because of a knee injury, returned even stronger in as she finished third on the team in scoring (9.3 ppg) and assists (2.5 apg) and culminated the season by being named to the Trenton Regional All-Tournament Team Complete player who is also a great rebounder, passer and defender Plays the game with a fearless approach no matter what the environment Has great instincts for the game and a tireless work ethic Finished her high school career third on the state's all-time career scoring list In December of 2007 was featured in Sports Illustrated s "The Year in Sports" issue for her extraordinary community involvement Was one of three Sun Devils who started every game in Earned second-team Pac-10 All-Academic honors. Finished third on the team in scoring (9.3 ppg) and assists (2.5 apg) and was fourth in steals (0.9 spg). Scored in double figures 17 times, including 11 times in ASU's last 15 games. Was named to the Trenton Regional All-Tournament Team after averaging 12.5 points, 2.5 assists and making all 10 of her free throws in ASU's four NCAA Tournament games. Finished first among ASU's guards with 32 offensive rebounds. Closed the season by making 21 of her last 22 free throws. Tied her career high in steals (3) three times. Was named to the ASU Classic All-Tournament Team after averaging 12.9 points in wins over UC Irvine and Northern Arizona (Dec. 6-7). Scored 16 points vs. NAU (Dec. 7). Led ASU with 16 points (7-11 FGs) at Nebraska (Dec. 28). Poured in 15 of her season-high 19 points in the second half of win vs. USC (Jan. 17). Scored 13 points in ASU's upset of No. 9 California (Mar. 5). Led ASU with 17 points (8-13 FGs) and grabbed seven rebounds in Pac-10 Tourney quarterfinal against USC. Scored 10 points and had five assists in ASU's come-from-behind second round NCAA Tournament win over Florida State. Connected on a 3-pointer with 32 seconds left, which broke a tie and put ASU up for good. Scored 15 points (3-6 FGs, 7-7 FTs) in ASU's regional semifinal win over Texas A&M (Mar. 29). Led ASU with 18 points (7-14 FGs) in Trenton Regional final vs. Connecticut (Mar. 31) Pac-10 All-Academic Honorable Mention. In her only action of the season, scored a career-best 21 points in ASU's season-opening loss at North Carolina (Nov. 11) in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Classic. Less than a week after the season opener at North Carolina, Orsillo was diagnosed with the knee injury that would eventually sideline her for the remainder of the season. Was the recipient of the team's community service award for the third consecutive year Finished third on the team in scoring (9.9 points per game), while posting double figures in scoring 16 times. One of four players to play in all 36 of ASU s games. Earned Pac-10 Academic Honorable Mention recognition. Was named to the Greensboro Regional s All-Tournament Team after averaging 12.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists against Bowling Green (NCAA Regional Semifinal) and Rutgers (NCAA Regional Final). Was named the MVP of the Verizon ASU Classic after scoring a career-best 19 points in backto-back games vs. Boston (Dec. 1) and vs. NAU (Dec. 2). Was named the Pac-10 Player of the Week following a pair of brilliant performances in helping the Sun Devils defeat Texas Tech (Dec. 18) and Arizona (Dec. 22). In the two games, Orsillo hit 77.8 percent of her shots (14-18), while averaging 16.5 points, five rebounds, one assist and 2.5 steals. Scored 13 points on 4-8 shooting and dished out four assists in ASU s comeback win over UC Riverside in the first round of the NCAA Tournament (Mar. 17). Came up big in ASU s Sweet Sixteen win over Bowling Green (Mar. 24). Without Briann January in the lineup, Orsillo made only the sixth start of her career and responded by scoring a game-high 16 points on 7-12 shooting to go along with three rebounds and two assists all while playing a career-high 34 minutes Was named to the Pac-10 s Freshman Honorable Mention team. Finished first on the team in free throw shooting percentage (52-64, 81.3 percent). Tied for third on the team with 18 three-point FGs. Scored in double figures five times. Averaged 12.0 points and 2.5 rebounds in ASU s two games at the 2006 Pac-10 Tournament. Recorded the second-highest point total of her career with 15 points (4-7 FGs, 6-8 FTs) in ASU s win over Oregon State in the Pac-10 Tournament s quarterfinals (Mar. 4). Scored 10 points (3-5 FGs, 3-4 FTs) and had a career-best seven assists in ASU s victory vs. UCLA (Feb. 2). Made a career-best three 3-pointers and tied for the team lead with 13 points in ASU s win at Wash. St. (Jan. 26). Was the only freshman to start for the Sun Devils in (at UCLA on Jan. 8; at Stanford on Jan. 21 and vs. Stanford on Feb. 16). Scored a career-best 16 points (6-11 FGs) in only 18 minutes in ASU s victory over No. 18 New Mexico (Dec. 6). Had ASU s only four-point play of the season at Stanford (Jan. 21). A 2005 graduate of Las Plumas in Oroville, Calif., where she was named the Chico Sportsperson of the Year in Earned first-team all-league honors four times and was a two-time MVP after leading the state of California in scoring in each of her last two seasons. Averaged 35.7 points per game as a junior and 36.7 points per contest as a senior. Finished third on the state s all-time career scoring list with 3,340 points, behind Charde Houston and Cheryl Miller, also finished second in state history to Miller in career average (30.5 ppg). Named the MVP of her section in each of her last three seasons, and was the MVP of the Westside League in 2004 and the Northern Athletic League in 2005, and was a finalist for California s Ms. Basketball award in Had her jersey No. 13 retired. Lettered in volleyball, track, golf and softball, and was an allleague selection in volleyball. Won two league high jump titles and set school records in the hurdles, high jump and 100 meters. Was the Rotary Club Student of the Year, and finished in the top five percent of her class academically with a 3.95 GPA. Coached by Lael Schneider. Has already earned her undergraduate degree in communication and is currently enrolled in graduate classes. Is president of the ASU's Student-Athlete Advisory Council. Daughter of Steve and Vicki Orsillo of Oroville, Calif. Her parents are both pastors, while her father also works as a contractor Has a sister, Nicole (28), and two brothers, Mark (25) and Anthony (19). Has played the guitar since she was seven years old Born Nov. 21, 1986 in Sacramento, Calif. Full name is Danielle Leigh Orsillo. DANIELLE ORSILLO S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Redshirted Career Career Bests Points: 19 (3x) last at USC 1/17/09; Field Goals: 8 (3x) last at USC 3/13/09; FG Attempts: 15 vs. NAU 12/2/06; 3-Pointers: 3 (5x) last vs. Connecticut 3/31/09; 3-Point Attempts: 8 vs. Connecticut; Rebounds: 7 vs USC 03/13/09; Assists: 7 vs. UCLA 02/02/06; Steals: 3 (7x) last at UCLA 2/14/09; Blocks: 1 (15x) last at Oregon State 1/08/09; Minutes: 34 vs. Bowling Green 3/24/

7 Getting to know Danielle Orsillo Favorite TV Show: Grey s Anatomy, Smallville, Gossip Girl Nicknames: D, Diesel, DO, Doie (dough-e) Favorite Food: Potatoes Favorite Restaurant: Outback Favorite Movie: The Notebook, Remember the Titans. Love & Basketball Hobbies: Guitar, reading Favorite Class: National Security/Terrorism Favorite Place to compete (other than Wells Fargo Arena): On my court at home against my little brother If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: TIME Dream Vacation: All countries on the Mediterranean, Isreal Who was your hero growing up: Jesus, mom/dad How do you prepare yourself for games: Listen to worship music and pray Favorite pre-game meal: I m a steak and potatoes girl. What is one thing you never leave home without: Bible What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Married and raising kids Something people would be surprised to know about me: I could spend all day outside enjoying the weather and nature. One word to describe me on the court would be: Focused

8 Dymond Simon 5-5 Sr. G Phoenix, Ariz. St. Mary s HS 1 High-energy difference maker and one of the top guards in the country who will redshirt in as she recovers from a torn ACL suffered in the 2009 regular season finale... Led the Sun Devils in scoring on her way to second-team All-Pac-10 honors in Was among the favorites for Pac-10 Freshman of the Year honors in 2007 before her first ACL injury ended her season after 20 games... Was a teammate of current Sun Devil Kayli Murphy at Phoenix St. Mary's, where the two helped lead the Lady Knights to two state championships and one runner-up finish Earned second-team All-Pac-10 honors for a season in which she finished seventh in the conference in scoring (13.8 ppg), second in free throw percentage (.882), sixth in 3-point field goal percentage (.381), eighth in assists (3.3 apg) and assist-to-turnover ratio and 14th in 3-point field goals per game (1.3). Led the Sun Devils in scoring, was second in assists, steals (1.3 spg) and 3-point field goals and set a new school single-season record by making 88.2 percent of her free throws. For the second time in three years her season was cut short after injuring her knee in the regular season finale at Stanford (Mar. 7). Scored in double figures 24 times in 29 games and led the team in scoring 14 times. Dished out five or more assists nine times, including six in back-to-back contests at Oregon (Jan. 10) and vs. UCLA (Jan. 15), which tied her career high. Scored 20 points and tied her career best with four 3-point field goals in ASU's win over UC Davis (Dec. 3). Led ASU with 21 points and tied her career high with five rebounds at Texas (Dec. 18). Did not play in ASU's win vs. Xavier (Dec. 21) after spraining her foot in practice the day before. Led ASU with 17 points, including 12 in the second half, in loss vs. California (Jan. 4). Paced ASU with 14 points (10-12 FTs) and six assists in win vs. UCLA (Jan. 15). Scored a season-high 22 points and had four assists in win vs. USC (Jan. 17). Scored a game-high 19 points to go along with six assists (tied career best) and a careerbest four steals in win over Arizona (Jan. 24). Earned Pac-10 Player of the Week honors after averaging 15.5 points and 4.5 assists in wins over Washington State and Washington. Scored a game-high 18 points in win at Arizona (Feb. 21). Led ASU with 15 points in its upset of No. 9 Cal (Mar. 5) Pac-10 All-Tournament Team. Named the winner of the team's Sparky award, given to a player whose play consistently sparks the team to a higher level. Scored in double figures 11 times, including a season-best 22 points in the semifinals of the Pac-10 Tournament against California (Mar. 9). Averaged 11.7 points over the last six games of the season, more than four points higher than her average in the previous 24 games. Tied for the team lead in scoring with 16 points vs. No. 10/11 Oklahoma (Nov. 22) at the Caribbean Challenge in Cancun, Mexico. Was having a strong outing at Texas Tech (11 points on 5-10 shooting) before being forced to leave the game with a knee injury. The injury would force her to miss ASU's next two games Fresno State (Dec. 17) and vs. Texas (Dec. 20) before returning for ASU's contest vs. UCLA (Dec. 28). Scored 20 points on 7-of-12 shooting in ASU's win at Oregon State (Jan. 5). Led ASU with 13 points in only 14 minutes of play before being forced to leave the game with a head injury at Stanford (Feb. 16). Was 5-9 from the field and tied her season best with three three-point FGs. Dished out a career-best six assists in ASU's win vs. Oregon State (Jan. 31). Scored all 13 of her points in the first half of ASU's win at UCLA (Feb. 28). Was named to the Pac-10's All Tournament Team after averaging 14.5 points and 3.5 assists in ASU's games vs. Washington (Mar. 8) and Cal (Mar. 9). Scored a season-best 22 points against Cal, 12 of which came in the final five minutes (5-6 FGs) during an 18-6 ASU rally which came up four points short of sending the game into overtime One of ASU s top newcomers Simon was having a stellar season before suffering a torn ACL in ASU s win vs. USC (Jan. 21). At the time of her injury, Simon, who averaged 17.1 minutes in 20 games, was third on the team in scoring (9.7 points per game) and second on the team in steals (1.6 per game). Despite playing in 20 games and only half of ASU s conference games, still earned Pac- 10 All-Freshman honors as voted on by the league s coaches. Tallied double figures in points seven times. Earned Pac-10 Player of the Week kudos after averaging 20 points, 3.0 assists and 1.5 steals in ASU s wins vs. Washington State (Jan. 4) and Washington (Jan. 7). In the two games Simon connected on 78.9 percent of her shots, including 4-of-5 from three-point range (80 percent). Simon scored a career-best 24 points on 9-of-11 shooting (.818) and tied her career-best with five assists in ASU s victory over the Cougars. Against the Huskies, Simon was equally efficient scoring 16 points on 6-of-8 shooting (.800) to go along with one assist and one steal. In only the third game of her career, scored 19 points and grabbed a career-best five rebounds in ASU s win over Florida Atlantic (Nov. 13). She would follow that up with 15 points and a career-best five assists in ASU s win against Nichols State (Nov. 15). Preserved ASU s win over Western Kentucky after scoring on a driving layup with 18 seconds remaining. Scored eight points and tied her career best with five rebounds in ASU s win over Boston (Dec. 1). Made the first start of her career in ASU s over NAU (Dec. 2) and scored nine points and tied her career best with five assists to go along with a career-best five steals. A 2006 graduate of St. Mary s in Phoenix. Was a 2006 McDonald s All- American and two-time team MVP, who also captained her team two seasons. Along with current Sun Devil Kayli Murphy, helped lead St. Mary s to 5A State Championships in (35-0 record) and (26-4 record) and a runner-up finish in (28-5 record). Set or tied school records for most points in a season (770 in ), most points in a game (41) and most assists in a game (10). Also finished second in career points (2,189); tied for third in career assists (346) and fourth in career steals (350). In 2006 she was a Parade All-American, Fox Sport All- American, Scout All-American, USA Today All-American and WBCA All-American. Was named the No. 1 point guard in the country in 2006 by Scout and Full Court Press. A Street & Smith All-American in 2004 and Her number was retired in 2006 at St. Mary s. Was a scholar athlete who maintained a 3.6 GPA. Majoring in communication and sociology. The daughter of James and Connie Simon of Avondale, Ariz. and Tina Simon of Phoenix. Has one younger brother, Brandin (19). Lists becoming a McDonald s All-American as her most exciting sports moment. Hobbies include drawing, writing poetry, hanging out with friends, and sleeping. Born Sept. 29 in Phoenix. Full name is Dymond Nicole Simon. DYMOND SIMON S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Career Bests Points: 24 vs. Washington State 1/4/07; Field Goals: 9 (2x) last vs. California 3/9/08; FG Attempts: 17 at Texas 12/18/08; 3-Pointers: 4 (2x) last at UC Davis12/03/08; 3-Point Attempts: 7 at UC Davis 12/03/08; Rebounds: 5 (5x) last. at Oklahoma 11/21/08; Assists: 6 (5x) last at Washington 1/31/09; Steals: 4 at Arizona 1/24/09; Blocks: 0; Minutes: 33 (3x0 last at Washington 1/31/

9 Getting to know Dymond Simon Favorite TV Shows: My Wife and Kids, The Real Housewives of Atlanta Nicknames: Dime Favorite Food: Catfish, rolls, greens Favorite Restaurant: Texas Roadhouse Favorite Movies: Set It Off, Law Abiding Citizen Hobbies: Hanging out, music, poetry, sleeping Favorite Music: Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton Favorite Classes: African American History, Sociology of Adolescence If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Sports Illustrated If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Maya Angelou Who was your hero growing up: My mother How do you prepare yourself for games: Listening to gospel Favorite pre-game meal: PB&J Sandwiches What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Playing professional ball, or business owner What is your first basketball memory: Being the only girl on an all boys basketball team Actress who would play you in a movie: Angela Basset One word to describe me on the court would be: Entertainer

10 Becca Tobin 6-5 Jr. F Glendale, Ariz. Cactus HS 32 Skilled post who will have a more prominent role in Has a unique skill set for a player her size in that she can be equally effective scoring from the inside or out on the perimeter... Accurate shooter (.522 career percentage), who is very creative around the basket... Outstanding shot blocker who set the state of Arizona single-season record for blocks with 191 in 2006 and the surpassed that number with 215 in Tenacious competitor who always finds a way to get it done... Led her high school team (Cactus) to three state titles in four years Solid contributor who was one of six Sun Devils to play in all 35 games (18.6 minutes per game). Averaged 4.8 points and 5.1 rebounds (second on the team) per game. Led or tied for the team lead in rebounds nine times and blocks 10 times. Finished eighth in the Pac-10 in blocks per game (0.9). Her 32 blocks on the season tied the seventh-highest single-season total in school history. Was successful on 55.4 percent of her shot attempts (67-121) and 72 percent of her free throws (33-46). Connected on 62 percent (31-50) of her shot attempts during ASU's school record 15-game winning streak and hit 53 percent of her shots (10-19) in ASU's four NCAA Tournament games. Surpassed her single-game career high in rebounding multiple times after grabbing seven against Cleveland State (Nov. 14), 10 against Tulane (Nov. 16) and Northern Arizona (Dec. 7) and 13 vs. UC Riverside (Dec. 14) and at UCLA (Feb. 14), the most by a Sun Devil in Tallied a then-season-best nine points to go along with 10 rebounds in win vs. Northern Arizona (Dec. 7). Grabbed a career-best 13 rebounds while adding six points and two blocks in win vs. UC Riverside (Dec. 14). Tallied nine rebounds in win at Oregon State (Jan. 8). Set new career bests in points (13), field goals (6) and blocks (4) in win at Washington State (Jan. 29). Scored six points and tied her career high with 13 rebounds in ASU's win at USC (Feb. 12). Led ASU in rebounds with nine in win at Arizona (Feb. 21). Had a near double-double (nine points, nine rebounds) and tied her career high with three steals in win vs. Washington State (Feb. 28). Had a remarkable performance in ASU's first round NCAA Tournament win over Georgia as she scored 12 points, grabbed five rebounds and had one steal in 21 minutes of play Played in 31 games. Connected on 45.6 percent (26-57) of her shot attempts. Had a season-best five rebounds on five occasions. Was a perfect 4-4 from the field and scored eight points in win over UC Davis (Dec. 9). Scored eight points again while playing a season-high 15 minutes in ASU's win over Fresno State (Dec. 17). Scored six points (3-4 FGs) and had five rebounds in win vs. Oregon State (Jan. 31). Scored a career-best 10 points and grabbed four rebounds vs. Washington State (Feb. 21). Solid outing in win at USC (Mar. 1) produced four points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal. A 2007 graduate of Cactus in Glendale, Ariz. Lettered four times in basketball (team captain senior year) and once in volleyball. Helped lead her team to three 4A State Championships (2004, 2006 and 2007) Guided her team to its third state championship in a four-year span by scoring 28 points, grabbing 15 rebounds and blocking 10 shots in Cactus 2007 Class 4A Division I title game win over Pinnacle. Was a 2006 AAU All-American and All-Arizona First Team in 2006 and 2007 Named to Arizona All-Star team in 2007 Wells Fargo MVP in 2006 and 2007 Most Valuable Player in the Wendy s Shootout Invitational West Valley Player of the Year in 2006 and 2007 Senior year statistics at Cactus High School included 236 two-point field goals, eight three-point field goals, 83 steals and 154 assists Was coached by Jim Graham Daughter of Patti Tobin and the late Ken Tobin of Glendale, Ariz. Has three brothers Mike (31), Kenny (27) and Jon (21) and a sister-in-law, Morgan (26). Also has a two-year old nephew (Kenny) and a fivemonth old niece (Lilly Mae Tobin). Born April 21, 1988 in Glendale, Ariz. Full name is Rebecca Diane Tobin BECCA TOBIN S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Career Bests Points: 13 at Washington State 1/29/09; Field Goals: 6 at Washington State 1/29/09; FG Attempts: 8 at Northern Arizona 12/07/08; 3-Pointers: 0; 3-Point Attempts: 0; Rebounds: 13 (2x) last at USC 2/12/09; Assists: 5 at Northern Arizona 12/07/08; Steals: 3 (3x) last at Washington State 2/28/09; Blocks: 4 at Washington State 1/29/09; Minutes: 28 at UC Davis 12/03/

11 Getting to know Becca Tobin... Nickname: Bones Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden Favorite Class: Criminal Justice If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: ESPN the Magazine Who was your hero growing up: My parents How do you prepare yourself for games: Thinking about the game and listening to music What is one thing you never leave home without: My phone What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Getting married and having kids What is your first basketball memory: Going to the Elite Eight in 2009 One word to describe you off the court would be: Outgoing Dream job: Detective

12 Markisha Patterson Will redshirt this season as she recovers from knee injury Local standout who helped lead Tolleson to the 2007 Class 5A Division II state title Was a teammate of fellow Sun Devil Tenaya Watson at Central Arizona where the two were part of NJCAA runner-up (2008) and NJCAA champion (2009) squads. junior college (central arizona) Was part of NJCAA national runner-up (2008) and NJCAA champion (2009) teams during her two seasons at Central Arizona where she was a teammate of fellow ASU newcomer Tenaya Watson. As a sophomore, played in 16 games before her season was cut short to injury. Averaged 6.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.4 assists per game. Demonstrated strong offensive skills when her number was called in 2009 as evidenced by her 53 percent field goal percentage (61 percent 3-point FG pct.). Played in all 35 games as a freshman in 2008 and averaged 6.6 points, 3.8 assists and 2.3 steals per game. 6-2 Jr. G Tolleson, Ariz. Central Arizona A 2007 graduate of Tolleson in Tolleson, Arizona. Lettered in both softball and basketball. 23 Earned first-team all-region honors as a freshman; Player of the Year honors as a sophomore and first-team all-region recognition her senior year when she helped lead her team to the Class 5A Division II state title. Was a key figure in the championship game as she scored 19 points and grabbed 17 rebounds. Also competed for the Arizona Fire club team. Major is Interdisciplinary Studies (concentrations: Communication & Justice Studies). Mother is Rhonda Westbrook. Has three siblings: Randon (28), Stephen (16) and Serena (14). Enjoys singing, dancing and doing hair. Born December 25, 1989 in Phoenix, Ariz. Full name is Markisha Shvonne Patterson. Getting to know Markisha Patterson... Nickname: Kish~Kish Favorite Food: Cereal Favorite Movie: The Fifth Element Favorite TV Show: The Game Favorite Music Artist: Lil Wayne If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be? Ebony Dream Vacation: Somewhere tropical If you could meet one famous person who would it be? Lil Wayne Who was your hero growing up? My Grandma What is one thing you never leave home without? Phone What is your first basketball memory? The first time I scored a point. It was during a Desert West Recreation game. What did you want to be when you were growing up? A Brain Surgeon Something people would be surprised to know about me: I don t like fried chicken One word to describe me off the court would be: Humble How do you prepare yourself for games? Listen to Lil Wayne and heat my knee. Favorite pre-game meal: Italian BMT from Subway 76

13 5-9 Jr. G Long Beach, Calif. Central Arizona 35 Has the potential to be an impact player this season Was arguably the best junior college guard in the country at the end of the season Strong, savvy, hardworking player, who can play all three guard positions. junior college (central arizona) Was part of NJCAA national runner-up (2008) and NJCAA champion (2009) teams during her two seasons at Central Arizona where she was a teammate of fellow ASU newcomer Kisha Patterson. As a freshman in 2008 was named a NJCAA Division I First Team All- American following a freshman campaign in which she averaged 16.6 points and finished first in the nation in field goal percentage (.646), second in assists (8.4 apg) and 11th in steals (3.8 spg). Turned in another outstanding campaign in 2009 as she averaged 13.8 points, 5.4 assists (13th in the nation) and 3.9 steals (fourth in the nation) per game in helping lead Central Arizona to a perfect 35-0 season and the NJCAA title. Was named the MVP of the 2009 NJCAA Tournament after averaging 16.8 points in Central Arizona s four tournament games. In the NJCAA championship game she scored a career-best 30 points and grabbed six rebounds to help Central Arizona defeat Missouri Jefferson College Tenaya Watson Long Beach Press Telegram s Dream Team Player of the Year. Scored 20 or more points 14 times in 2007, including a season-best 29 points on three occasions. Earned second-team CIF Division IAA honors in 2006 after averaging 17.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.8 steals and 2.3 assists per game. Major is Interdisciplinary Studies (concentrations: Family Studies & Sociology). Parents are Charlie Watson and Cynthia Johnson. Has three siblings: Charlie (21), Keith (26) and Dariyon (26). Enjoys swimming and listening to music. Getting to know TENAYA WATSON... Favorite TV Show: Martin Nickname(s): T Favorite Food: Mexican Food Favorite Movie: Finding Nemp Favorite Music Artist: Patti LaBelle Who was your hero growing up: Parents and family What is one thing you never leave home without: Money and cell phone What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: A successful job What did you want to be when you were growing up: Nurse Something people would be surprised to know about me: I'm very shy One word to describe me off the court would be: Goofy How do you prepare yourself for games? Listen to music A 2007 graduate of Wilson in Long Beach, Calif. As a senior in 2007, averaged 19.2 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 3.9 steals per game as she earned co-moore League MVP and firstteam All-CIF Southern Section Division I honors in addition to being named the media Guide 77

14 Kimberly Brandon Versatile player who can play post or on the wing... Tremendous athlete who is capable of making plays anywhere on the floor... Is a fierce competitor whose aggressiveness compliments her play on both ends of the floor Played in 30 games (5.8 minutes per game). Made 48 percent of her shot attempts (22-46) and 77 percent of her free throws (13-17). Scored 9 points (4-5 FGs) and had five rebounds in win vs. UC Irvine (Dec. 6). Recorded career-best numbers in points (11), rebounds (6) and steals (2) in win at Oregon (Jan. 10). Scored four points and grabbed four rebounds at Stanford (Mar. 7). A 2008 graduate of Chatsworth in Chatsworth, Calif. Was ranked the No. 27 forward by ESPN Hoopgurlz. Earned four letters in basketball. 6-2 So. G/F Chatsworth, Calif. Chatsworth 25 Captained her team all four years. As a senior, averaged 13.0 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.7 steals, 1.7 assists and 1.4 blocks per game. Was named the Chatsworth High Female Athlete of the Year in Other awards included being named League Co-MVP and McDonald's All-America honorable mention. Earned All-League and All-City honors as a junior when she helped lead Chatsworth J. V. to the City-Section Championship and garnered all West-Valley League honors Earned All-League honorable mention honors as a sophomore. Was named her team's best interior player freshman year. Major is undecided. Daughter of Gregory and Valencia Brandon. Adopted parents are Andre and Michelle Chevalier. Has six siblings -- Gennifer, Da'martin, Andre, Nicholas, Keenan and Ashley. Biological father (Gregory) played basketball at Creighton University and was then drafted by the Seattle Supersonics. Her adopted mother and father both played basketball for Cal State Northridge. Hobbies include shopping and going to movies. Born October 10, 1989 in Lynwood, Calif. Full name is Kimberly Nicole Brandon. KIMBERLY BRANDON S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Bests Points: 11 at Oregon 1/10/09; Field Goals: 4 (2x0 last at Oregon 1/10/09; FG Attempts: 6 at Oregon 1/10/09; 3-Pointers: 0; 3-Point Attempts: 0; Rebounds: 6 at Oregon 1/10/09; Assists: 2 (2x) last at UC Riverside 12/14/08; Steals: 2 (2x) last at Washington State 1/29/09; Blocks: 1 (2x) last at Arizona 1/24/09; Minutes: 16 at Oregon 1/10/

15 Getting to know Kimberly Brandon... Favorite TV Show: 90210, Gossip Girls, The Game, Melrose Place Nickname(s): Berly, B, Kim Kim Favorite Food: Spaghetti and shrimp fettuccini alfredo Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden Favorite Movie: Pretty Woman, The Wood, Above the Rim Favorite Music Artist: Beyonce, Rihanna and Mariah Carey If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Sports Illustrated Dream Vacation: France If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Kobe Bryant What is one thing you never leave home without: My cell phone and wallet What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Working as a social worker How do you prepare yourself for games? I polish my nails the night before every game

16 Alex Earl Possesses tremendous court awareness and understanding of the game... Had a good offseason and is expected to play a bigger role in following the graduation of three senior guards... Good athlete who has exceptional skills... Capable of playing any position in the back court Played in 23 games in (4.4 minutes per game). Made 3-of-11 field goal attempts. Scored first points of her Sun Devil career with a 3-point FG against UC Irvine (Dec. 6). Contributed three points, three rebounds and one assist in win at Oregon State (Jan. 8). Grabbed her first career steal in win over Oregon State (Feb. 7). Had two assists vs. Tulane (Nov. 16) and vs. Washington State (Feb. 28). A 2008 graduate of Southridge in Beaverton, Ore. Was a four-year letterwinner in both basketball and soccer. Helped lead to basketball team to four consecutive state titles. During her four seasons, Southridge had an overall record of , including a perfect 12-0 record in the Oregon big-school state tournament So. G Beaverton, Ore. Southridge 12 Served as captain of both her basketball and soccer teams. As a senior in , led her squad in assists, steals and three-point field goals. Following the season was named the Oregon 6A Player of the Year and the Tri-Co Metro Player of the Year in addition to earning firstteam All-State honors. Was named the Beaverton Valley Times Femle Athlete of the Year in Was a Street & Smith's Prep All-American Honorable Mention selection. Was also a three-year starter for the Southridge girls soccer team, which reached the playoffs in each of her four seasons, including the state semifinals in Soccer honors included second-team all-state honors in 2005 and firstteam all-league honors in 2005 and Was also on the Olympic Development Team for the state of Oregon for three years. Was coached by Mike Meek in basketball. Was a member of National Team for soccer freshman year. Major is undecided. Parents are Richard (real estate construction) and Margaret (teacher) Earl. Father (Richard) played basketball at the University of Portland ( ). Has two sisters: Mariesa (28) and Erica (25). Hobbies include dancing, watching movies, taking road trips with her best friend, being active in church and buying shoes. Born April 17, 1990, in Portland Ore. Full name is Alexandria Micah Earl. ALEX EARL S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Bests Points: 3 (3x) last at Oregon 1/10/09; Field Goals: 1 (3x) last at Oregon 1/10/09; FG Attempts: 2 (3x) last at Oregon State 1/08/09; 3-Pointers: 1 (3x) last at Oregon 1/10/09; 3-Point Attempts: 2(3x) last at Oregon State 1/08/09 0; Rebounds: 3 at Oregon State 1/08/09; Assists: 2 (2x) last at Washington State 2/28/09; Steals: 1 (3x) last vs. Georgia 3/21/09; Blocks: 0 ; Minutes: 9 (2x) last at Arizona 1/24/

17 Getting to know Alex Earl... Favorite TV Show: Will and Grace, The Hills, Making the Band and Fresh Prince, Love of Ray J Nickname(s): Alex, Al, AEarl, Chubs, Kim Favorite Food: My mom s tacos and lasagna Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden Favorite Movie: Love and Basketball Favorite Music Artist: Keyshia Cole If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Sports Illustrated Dream Vacation: Fiji If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Kim Kardashian Who was your hero growing up: My grandma and my sisters What is one thing you never leave home without: My cellular device What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Married with children and still playing basketball. What did you want to be when you were growing up: A professional soccer player. Something people would be surprised to know about me: I buy shoes every chance I get. One word to describe me off the court would be: Loud How do you prepare yourself for games? I boogie to my I-Pod.

18 Kali Bennett 6-5 RS-So. F/C Ventura, Calif. University of Washington 11 Major is design studies and criminal justice. The daughter of Chris and Russ Bennett. Born in West Covina, Calif. Brother Zack currently attends the University of Washington where he competed on the crew team his freshman year. Enjoys surfing and playing volleyball. Also is a fan of 80s movies and 'cheesy romance novels.' Full name is Kali Bree Bennett. Transferred to Arizona State from the University of Washington in May 2008 Although she was not able to compete in she was able to practice with the team throughout the season Despite not playing last season, still figures to be an immediate contributor in Redshirted due to NCAA transfer rules (University of washington) Averaged 4.9 points and 3.0 rebounds for the Huskies while tying for the team lead in blocked shots with 15. Earned the team s Most Improved Award following the season. Scored in double figures four times, including a season-high 18 points vs. Idaho (Nov. 23). Also grabbed 11 rebounds against the Vandals to account for one of her two double-doubles on the season. Second double-double came following an 11-point, 11-rebound performance at Stanford (Dec. 30). Came within one point of matching her career-best point total at Arizona State (Feb. 24), scoring 17 points on 7-9 shooting, including 2-2 from beyond the arc. GETTING TO KNOW KALI BENNETT... Favorite TV Show: First 48, Dexter Nickname(s): Weezy Favorite Food: Hawaiian Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden Favorite Movie: Breakfast Club Favorite Music Artist: Lil Wayne If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: Elle Decor Dream Vacation: Month in Scotland and a month in Ireland If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Lil Wayne Who was your hero growing up: My brother What is one thing you never leave home without: Phone What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Owning a design boutique and coaching high school basketball or being a detective What is your first basketball memory: Learning how to jump at a tip Favorite pre-game meal: Breakfast of any kind Four-year letterwinner and one-year team captain at Ventura HS where she led her prep squad to four straight Channel League titles was a threetime adidas All-American. Was named first-team all-county four times and was a three-time Channel League Co-MVP and also a one-year MVP. Was selected to Street and Smith All-America team. As a junior, broke Ventura HS records for career points and rebounds. Was the first player to be named MVP of the Buena-Kiwanis Tourney two consecutive years in the 29-year history of the event As a sophomore led the league in scoring, blocks and rebounds and broke eight Ventura HS school records (single-season scoring, career scoring, single-game blocks, single-season blocks, career blocks, singlegame rebounds, single-season rebounds and career rebounds). Was also a two-year letterwinner in volleyball and a one-year letterwinner in track. KALI BENNETT S CAREER STATS Year G-GS MIN FG-FGA PCT. 3FG-3FGA PCT. FT-FTA PCT. O-REB-AVG. F-D A TO BLK ST PTS.-AVG Career Bests Points: 18 vs. Idaho 11/23/07; Field Goals: 7 at Arizona State 2/24/08; FG Attempts: 19 at Stanford 12/30/07; 3-Pointers: 2 (3x) last vs. Stanford 2/29/08; 3-Point Attempts: 4 at Stanford 12/30/07; Rebounds: 11 (2x) last. at Stanford 12/30/07; Assists: 2 (5x) last vs. Washington State 2/3/08; Steals: 1 (8x) last vs. Oregon State 2/17/08; Blocks: 5 vs. UCLA 1/10/

19 6-3 RS-Fr. F 22 Janae Fulcher Averaged 13.4 points and 10.6 rebounds as a junior. Was a member of adidas Top 10 All-Star Team in Was a Sporting News Honorable Mention All-American and a McDonalds All-American nominee in Will be a strong presence in the post for the Sun Devils and while she has yet to play a game already has plenty of experience under her belt after redshirting last season and learning from the likes of Sybil Dosty and Lauren Lacey... Is a relentless player who developed her strong skill set while competing at the highest level for one of the top high school programs in California... Aggressive and hardworking post, plays with tremendous intensity on both ends of the floor... Was a proven scorer and rebounder throughout her high school career. A 2008 Graduate of La Jolla Country Day School in La Jolla, Calif. Lettered four times in basketball and three times in volleyball. Helped lead her basketball team to four league championships. Earned All-League and All-Conference Honors four years in a row. During her senior season, helped lead her squad to the title in the Sweet 16 Tournament, considered among the section's top girls basketball events. Was named the MVP of the tourney after scoring 72 points over four games, including 19 in the final against San Clemente. Earned the Hall of Champions San Diego Player of the Year award and the UT San Diego Player of the Year award following her senior season in which she averaged 17.6 points and 9.6 rebounds while shooting 54 percent from the field. Also added 1.5 steals, 1.5 blocks and 1.1 assists per game. San Diego, Calif. Country Day Helped her squad finish as the California Div. IV runner-up in Intends to major in broadcast journalism. Parents are Joe (Head of Special Ed Department) and Ann (school teacher) Fulcher of San Diego, Calif. Has one Brother, Ashton (20). Born August 1, 1990 in San Diego, Calif. Full name is Janae Alysse Fulcher. GETTING TO KNOW JANAE FULCHER... Favorite TV Show: Fresh Prince Nickname(s): Nae Nae, JJ, J Favorite Food: Orange Chicken Favorite Movie: Hitch Favorite Music Artist: Ne-yo Dream Vacation: Fiji If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Michael Jackson. Who was your hero growing up: My parents and my brother What is one thing you never leave home without: My cell phone and my ipod What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: A successful job What did you want to be when you were growing up: A Teacher Something people would be surprised to know about me: I love to sing even though I can t One word to describe me off the court would be: Fun How do you prepare yourself for games? Listen to pump up music Favorite pre-game meal: Teriyaki Chicken Bowl Favorite Restaurant: PF Chang's media Guide 83

20 Haley Parsons 5-5 RS-Fr. G Marana, Ariz. Marana HS 4 Father (Clay), was a professional rodeo performer for 25 years. Her sister Mallory played basketball for two years at Central Arizona College and won a national championship while her other sister Carly played basketball for one year at Central Arizona College. Hobbies include hiking, water tubing and skiing at the lake, swimming, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends. Born February 7, 1990 in Tucson, Ariz. Full name is Haley Kaye Parsons. High-energy player, who handles the ball well and has solid skills on the perimeter... Extremely hard worker, who redshirted last season and will look to contribute outstanding shooting in the Sun Devil backcourt Redshirted. A 2008 graduate of Marana in Marana, Ariz. Lettered four times in basketball and three times in volleyball. As a senior, averaged 11.8 points, 3.3 assists and 2.6 steals per game Was named a second-team All-Star by the Tucson Citizen and a secondteam member of the Arizona Daily Star s All-Southern Arizona team in Other athletic related honors included being named a first-team Sonoran Region selection three times, first-team All-City two times, All State honorable mention, Southern Arizona first team, 1st team Sonoran region (volleyball). Captained her team two seasons. Major is elementary education. Potential future career interests include teaching and coaching. Parents are Clay (rancher), and Karen (clerk) Parsons. Has 3 siblings: Mallory (23), Carly (21) and Clay (16). Getting to know Haley Parsons... Favorite TV Show: Friends Nickname(s): Haddyhoops Favorite Food: Steak Favorite Restaurant: Panda House Stir Fry Favorite Movie: Beauty and the Beast Favorite Music Artist: John Mayer If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be: SELF Dream Vacation: Scuba diving in Australia, or backpacking through Europe If you could meet one famous person who would it be: Steve Nash Who was your hero growing up: My sisters What is one thing you never leave home without: My phone What do you see yourself doing in 10 years: Teaching, getting married What is your first basketball memory: Marana basketball camp when I was 5 What did you want to be when you were growing up: A spy/detective Something people would be surprised to know about me: I grew up doing 4-H and showing steers One word to describe me off the court would be: Happy! How do you prepare yourself for games? Stretch, breathe, and just focus. Favorite pre-game meal: Sandwich and fruit 84

21 6-5 Fr. F/C Tempe, Ariz. Marcos de Niza 3 Local product who is already well known within the Valley community after starring at Tempe Marcos de Niza At 6-5 has tremendous versatility In addition to her outstanding ability as a post player, also possesses guard-like skills Is comfortable with her back to the basket, on the perimeter, and in a full court game. A 2009 graduate of Marcos de Niza in Tempe, Ariz. Earned numerous awards during her career, including being named the Pima Region Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Also earned the Kori Jacobson Excellence Award. A McDonald s All-American nominee who was also named to the Arizona Republic s All-Arizona Team and earned all-city accolades three times. Connected on 63 percent of her field goal attempts as a senior while averaging 23.3 points, 17.8 rebounds, 7.5 blocks and 3.9 steals per game. As a junior, averaged 19.5 points, 13.3 rebounds, 5.3 blocks, 3.3 steals and 1.3 assists per game. Holds her school s single-game record for most free throws (17). Once scored 51 of her team s 68 points in a Nike TOC victory. Captained her team two seasons. Club team was Arizona Elite. Also lettered once in volleyball. Was a member of the National Honor Society and earned numerous awards off the court, including Tempe Top Teen, English Student of the Year, Homecoming Queen, and earned Scholar-Athlete honors four times. Was coached by Kenny Drake at Arizona Elite and Toby Greer, John Greer and Matt Bjorkland at Marcos de Niza. Joy Burke Has a younger brother, T.J. (16). Was featured in a shampoo commercial when she was four years old. Born (Nov. 7, 1990) and lived in Taiwan for 12 years. Full name is Joy Marie Burke. Getting to know JOY BURKE... Nickname(s): Jobu, Joyful, Joyous, Joy to the world, Joey Favorite Food: steak and mashed potatoes Favorite Restaurant: Fez Favorite Movie: A little princess Favorite TV Shows: Friends, The Office, If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be? Sports Illustrated Reality show I d want to star in would be: Amazing Race Dream Vacation: Bora Bora If you could meet one famous person who would it be? Michael Phelps Who was your hero growing up? My parents and grandparents What is one thing you never leave home without? cherry chapstick What is your first basketball memory? In 6th grade, I was forced to be on the basketball team, and I remember my coach making me write out "backboard is my friend" and "I love backboard" 50 times because I would try to shoot layups without using the backboard and miss every time! What did you want to be when you were growing up? First, I was determined to be a princess, and then I wanted to be a secret agent or detective. Something people would be surprised to know about me: I spent the majority of my life (12 years) in Taiwan, and I can speak Chinese. And... I used to be a cheerleader. Three words to describe me off the court would be: cheerful, caring, and competitive How do you prepare yourself for games? paint my nails the night before, prepare my mind using my mental workout, and pray. Major is marketing and is in ASU s Barrett Honors College. Parents are Steve and Ming-Hui Burke media Guide 85

22 Deja Mann Savvy, hardworking, and dynamic combo guard Is both a prolific shooter and great decision-maker Combines exceptional athleticism with a very high basketball IQ. A 2009 graduate of Merced in Merced, Calif. Earned first-team All-Central California Conference honors each of her first two seasons, including being named the conference s MVP her sophomore season. 5-7 Fr. G Merced, Calif. Merced As a freshman, averaged 14.4 points, 4.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game on her way to earning first-team all-area and honorable mention all-district honors in addition to be named her team s best offensive player. Raised her game a few notches as a sophomore, as she averaged 16.6 points, 8.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 4.0 steals per game in earning firstteam all-district and team MVP recognition in addition to being named to ESPN Rise Magazine s Players to Watch Third Team. Was also team captain her sophomore year. An outstanding all-around athlete, also competed in track and won the 100m hurdles and was runner-up in the high jump. Earned All-CCC All-Academic honors in 2006 and Did not compete her last two years in high school because of injury. Was coached in basketball by John Bliss. Was an honor roll student all four years in high school. 5 Major is communication and is in ASU s Barrett Honors College. Parents are Damon and Verdistine Mann. Has one brother, Malcolm (17), and one sister, Olivia (10). Comes from a very athletic family. Cousin (Brent Lett) played basketball for four years at Southwest Christian College in Texas; uncle (Sam King) wrestled for two years at Cal Poly; cousin (Melanie King) was on the track and field team at CSU Chico; cousin (Lee Evans) competed in track and field at CSU San Jose and would go on to win Olympic gold medals in the 400-meter-dash and the 4x400-meter-relay at the 1968 Olympiads held in Mexico City. He set world record in both events, seconds in the 400-meter-dash and 2:56.16 seconds in the 4x400-meter-relays. Hobbies include writing, listening to music, surfing the Internet and hanging out with friends. Born June 3, 1991 in Merced, Calif. Full name is Deja Monique Mann. Getting to know DEJA MANN... Nickname(s): Dej, D, Truth, Mannster Favorite Food: Candied Yams, Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream Favorite Restaurant: California Pizza Kitchen Favorite Movie: The Notebook, Love & Basketball, A Bronx Tale, Stand By Me Favorite TV Show: Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Sportscenter, Def Poetry Favorite Music Artist: Little Brother, Common, The Cool Kids, Oddisee If you could be on the cover of any magazine, what would it be? SLAM or Essence Dream Vacation: Spain or Italy If you could meet one famous person who would it be? Toni Morrison Who was your hero growing up? My Dad. I followed him everywhere. What is one thing you never leave home without? Cell phone and wallet What is your first basketball memory? Shooting "granny shots" at the gym with my family What did you want to be when you were growing up? A gymnast like Dominique Dawes One word to describe me off the court would be: Reserved How do you prepare yourself for games? Listen to music really loud and visualize Favorite pre-game meal: Sub sandwich or chicken pasta, dry cereal 86

23 5-5 Fr. G Arlington, Texas Bowie 2 Sabrina McKinney Also competed for DFW Elite. Was coached by Kelly Carruthers, Shalena Landers and Wanda Talton. Exploratory studies major. Parents are Lawrence McKinney and Stephanie Smith Has four siblings: Courtney (17), Lauren (17), Taryn (15) and Cydnei (12). Born December 15, 1990 in Fort Worth, Texas. Tough and very skilled point guard who was a leader on both ends of the floor during her high school career... Outstanding defender who was a twotime Defensive MVP in high school Brilliant passer and adept scorer who sees the floor well. A 2009 graduate of Bowie in Arlington, Texas. A two-time District 4-5A Defensive Player of the Year, who finished her career No. 2 all-time at Bowie in assists (455) and steals (289) and No. 7 in scoring (823 points). In addition, she is also the school s single-season record holder in assists (185). As a senior was named to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's All-Area Super Team as she helped her squad make it to the regional semifinals and a final No. 10 (TGCA) state ranking. A four-year starter who led her team in both assists and steals three straight seasons. During her career she was named to the Dr. Pepper Chisholm Trail All-Tournament Team, the Arlington Classic Girls Classic All-Tournament Team and the Mansfield Invitational All-Tournament Team. Two-time Defensive MVP. Getting to know SABRINA McKINNEY... Nickname(s): sabs, sabby, beezy, beanie Favorite Food: seafood and fried chicken Favorite Restaurant: pappaduex Favorite Movie: set it off Favorite TV Show: desperate houswives and criminal minds Favorite Music Artist: Gucci Mane, Lil boosie, Lil wayne Reality show I d want to star in would be: college hill What is one thing you never leave home without? my cell phone What did you want to be when you were growing up? Rich Something people would be surprised to know about me: I love to watch the food channel One word to describe me off the court would be: swag How do you prepare yourself for games? Just to get focused "stay ready so I don't have to get ready" media Guide 87

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26 Sun Devil Families Kali Bennett s Family Russ (father), Chris (mother), Zack (brother), Kali Kimberly Brandon's Family Michelle Chevalier (adopted mother), Kimberly, Gennifer (sister), Andre Chevalier (adopted father), Andre Jr. (brother), Valencia Brandon (mother), Da martin (brother), Ashley (sister), Nicholas (brother), Keenan (brother) Joy Burke's Family Ming-Hui (mother), Joy, Steve (father) and T.J. (brother). Alex Earl's Family Richard (father), Margaret (mother), Alex, Erica (sister), and Mariesa (sister). Gabby Fage s Family Nathaniel (brother), Sheryl (mother), Terry (father) & Gabby. Not pictured: sisters, Mellissa, Olivia, Monique. Janae Fulcher s Family Ashton (brother), Janae, Ann (mother), Joe (father) 90

27 Sun Devil Families Deja Mann s Family Damon (father), Deja, Verdistine (mother), Malcolm (brother) and Olivia (sister). Sabrina McKinney's Family Courtney (sister), Sabrina, Lawrence (father) and Lauren (sister). Kayli Murphy s Family Trent (brother), Natalie (sister), Sarah (sister), Laurie (mother), Jerry (father), Mattie-Mae (sister), Jennifer (sister), Kayli, Connor (brother). Danielle Orsillo s Family Nicole (sister), Vicki (mother), Mark (brother), Steve (father), Danielle & Anthony (brother). Haley Parsons Family Clay (brother), Carly (sister), Mallory (sister), Clay (father), Karen (mother), Haley. Markisha Patterson s Family Clockwise from left: Markisha, Rhonda (mother), Stephen (brother) and Randon (brother). Not pictured: Serena (sister) media Guide 91

28 Sun Devil Families Dymond Simon s Family Tina (mother), Dymond, Connie (stepmom), Brandin (brother) & James (father). Becca Tobin s Family Ken (father), Patti (mother), Morgan (sister-in-law), Kenny (brother), Becca, Jon (brother), Kelli (friend), Mike (brother). Tenaya Watson s Family Jourdan (cousin), Ed (uncle), Markeisha Johnson, Marvin (uncle), Charlie (father), Keith (brother), Tenaya, Chandler (cousin), Michelle (aunty), Clifton (grandpa), Patricia (grandma), Cynthia (mother). Charli Turner Thorne s Family Will, Charli and sons (left to right) Conor, Quinn and Liam. Joseph Anders' Family Nicole (daughter), Joseph and his wife Pamela. Meg Sanders' Family Meg, her son Ryan, daughter Naomi and husband Mark. 92