BELMONT BASKETBALL. meet the bruins IN THIS Season Outlook. Word on the Street. A-Sun Pre-Season Polls. Player Bios

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1 BELMONT BASKETBALL meet the bruins IN THIS SECTION Season Outlook Word on the Street A-Sun Pre-Season Polls Player Bios

2 SEASON OUTLOOK WORD ON THE STREET The Bruins have some work to do if they re going to make it three consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. They have to replace the two main cogs in the paint (Boomer Herndon and Andrew Preston) and one of their best outside shooters (Josh Goodwin). But with Justin Hare, the twotime conference tournament MVP, they have a chance. Hare averaged 14.3 points for the season and orchestrated the Bruins stunning victory over ETSU in the tournament final, where the Bruins made 12-of-19 from 3- point range in the first 20 minutes while taking a 19-point halftime lead. Andy Wicke and his 44-percent shooting from 3-point range will also be back SEASON OUTLOOK -Mitch Light Athlon Senior guard Justin Hare, a key component of both the 2006 and 2007 championship teams, is the undisputed star here. But a huge part of Belmont's repeat NCAA trip last season can be credited to its center platoon of 6-11 Boomer Herndon and 6-10 Andrew Preston, who each averaged about 17 minutes and combined for 19.2 ppg and 9.9 rpg. Those fresh legs helped the Bruins achieve the 24th-best 2- point field goal defense in the land (44 percent), but the two-headed monster has run out of eligibility. Matthew Dotson, a 6-8 junior who averaged 7 ppg and 4.5 rpg, will have to step up to give Belmont a third straight title. -Kyle Whelliston espn.com midmajority.com For many years Belmont has had one of the most outstanding programs at the mid major level, headed by a exceptional coaching staff. -Marty Blake The Court Report BUILDING THE TRADITION Belmont looks to add to its growing reputation with another conference championship and NCAA Tournament appearance O nce merely associated as the third leg of horse racing s Triple Crown, slowly but surely the name Belmont is registering as a thoroughbred on the hardwood. With three 20+ win seasons and three postseason appearances - including two consecutive trips to the NCAA Tournament - over the last four years, Belmont Basketball has emerged as a one of the most successful programs in the country. Noted for strong outside shooting, productive post play, and disciplined, united team defense, the Bruins have made a name for themselves in college basketball. But with the pride of back-to-back Atlantic Sun Championships comes the weight of expectations and pressure. Every year is a new year and it is best to focus on simply doing the best you can do, practicing well every day and competing hard when you play, head coach Rick Byrd said recently. You always hope that the confidence of knowing you can do it is worth something but the motivation of others trying to prove they can may balance that out. And a balanced, deep Atlantic Sun Conference stands before the Bruins. Nevertheless, one of the quickest and most physically gifted teams in recent memory will be ready to answer the challenge and build on the Bruin tradition. BACKCOURT Justin Hare (6-2, 195, Sr.) Henry Harris (6-1, 170, Jr.) Andrew House (6-4, 200, Jr.) Alex Renfroe (6-2, 160, Jr.) Andy Wicke (6-2, 195, Jr.) Stefan Baskin (6-2, 185, So.) Jon House (6-6, 210, Fr.) Jon Rice (6-0, 165, Fr.) Despite the departure of captain and 1,000 point scorer Josh Goodwin, Belmont s backcourt shapes up to be an area of strength. Senior Justin Hare, one of the program s most identifiable players, returns after three highly productive seasons. Already third on the Bruin NCAA scoring list with 1,275 points, Hare has delivered in many pressure situations over his career, most notably his conventional three-point play late in the 2006 Atlantic Sun Championship game victory over Lipscomb. The two-time Atlantic Sun Tournament MVP and First Team All- Atlantic Sun selection has expanded his game each season and will once again be counted on to create scoring opportunities for the Bruin offense. His scoring, playmaking ability and unselfishness will be keys for Belmont in Justin has been a premier player in the Atlantic Sun for three seasons now, Byrd said. We are

3 SEASON OUTLOOK looking forward to his final year as a Bruin with high expectations. Junior Andy Wicke has also demonstrated a penchant for performing in the clutch and will also big counted on for significant production this season. The Hendersonville, Tenn. native led the Atlantic Sun Conference in three-point shooting percentage (.440) a year ago and his record-breaking 10 three-pointer performance in a home win over Gardner- Webb last February will long be remembered. Wicke has also established himself as a standout defender, often drawing the assignment of hawking the opposition s top outside scorer. Tough, versatile, and unafraid, Wicke will be a major component in the Bruin effort this year. Fellow redshirt junior and local product Henry Harris provides even more experience and tenacity. One of just two Bruins to start every game in , Harris spearheaded Belmont s defensive resurgence a year ago. His steady, relentless ball pressure hindered opposing offenses and was a major reason why teams shot just.285 from three-point range against the Bruins a year ago - second best in the NCAA. One of the most disciplined and self-motivated players in recent memory, the former Stratford HS star embodies the Bruin spirit. Harris is known for his quickness and acceleration, but he also possesses a solid outside shot. Alex Renfroe at long last gets to shed the Bruin warmup jersey and step onto the gameday court. The junior transfer from Trevecca Nazarene sat out in accordance with NCAA rules. A former NAIA All-American while at Trevecca and standout at nearby Hume Fogg HS, Renfroe is a natural point guard with exceptional quickness and ball handling ability. His energy on both ends should translate into minutes - and success for the Bruins. Andrew House is also back for his fourth season with the program. Following three diligent seasons as a walk-on, House s efforts were rewarded with a scholarship for the season. The CPA product has provided several memorable moments, including his career-high nine point effort against North Florida last November and high basket against Georgetown in the NCAA Tournament. House s good nature and professionalism are infectious and welcome commodities on the team. Belmont welcomes three newcomers this season, each of whom should contribute to the backcourt mix. Stefan Baskin joins the program after one year as a student at the University of Tennessee. Baskin, a former standout at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, will be a non-scholarship player in The Bruins went north of the border to secure a player in their incoming class. Canadian Jon House arrives in Nashville with an impressive resume of international experience, including this summer s FIBA U-19 World Championships in Serbia. House, an athletic big guard at 6-6, will give the coaching staff numerous lineup options. Jon Rice is another heralded incoming freshman. A native of Illinois, Rice possesses a sweet three-point stroke and was a team leader in high school and for the AAU Illinois Wolves. Coincidentally assuming the #4 from the aforementioned Goodwin, Rice will likely frequent the arc of the Curb Event Center much like the gritty lefthander. FRONTCOURT Will Peeples (6-5, 200, Jr.) Shane Dansby (6-4, 210, Jr.) Matthew Dotson (6-8, 220, Jr.) Keaton Belcher (6-9, 215, So.) Mike Dejworek (6-11, 235, So.) Jordan Campbell (6-5, 195, Fr.) Much will be made of the Bruins loss of productive centers Andrew Preston and Boomer Herndon to graduation. With each having delivered solid post play and moved on the professional careers, a void has been left on the block. With that said, Belmont returns a bevy of talented, and offensive-minded players ready to prove that the Bruin frontcourt production will remain plentiful. It simply may come from a variety of angles. At small forward, Belmont has never been longer or more athletic. Period. Junior Shane Dansby acquitted himself nicely in , his first season after transferring in from Murray State. The Pegram, Tenn. native defended positions one through four and became one of the team s most reliable rebounders. Sure to see his number called more regularly this season as he becomes even more familiar with the Rick Byrd offensive philosophy, Dansby s above-the-rim play will get the attention of Bruin fans in the halfcourt and transition alike. Another wing player blessed with WORD ON THE STREET The Bruins played well down the stretch last year. The calling card for the Bruins was once again coach Rick Byrd s stingy halfcourt defense which limited opponents to only to 39.2 percent shooting. Belmont will build around guards Justin Hare and Andy Wicke, while Matthew Dotson will be the go-to guy in the post early in the season. It will be imperative for their big men to hit the boards with a vengeance. -Ken Cross Lindy s Belmont s two year supremacy in the Atlantic Sun may be over, yet here we are again with the Bruins atop another preseason poll. Without the services of big men Boomer Herndon and Andrew Preston, it is understandable that many think it is time for Belmont to take a slide. The key will be how well Keaton Belcher and Matthew Dotson can take over the production of the departing big men. There is no doubt that Dotson can score, but he is mismatch at the four, not a post player. Teams like East Tennessee State, Jacksonville and Mercer will give the Bruins all they can handle and it promises to be a close race, but Belmont s experience on the court and on the sidelines give them an edge. -Joel Welser Collegehoops.net The Belmont program has proven to be one of the elite in the Atlantic Sun Conference with back-to-back NCAA tournament berths. The next step is for the Bruins to make noise in the NCAA tournament by winning a game, or two. In order for Belmont to do that, or even repeat its previous success, the team will need to replace the production lost by graduated post players Boomer Herndon and Andrew Preston. -Nate Rau Nashville City Paper SEASON OUTLOOK

4 SEASON OUTLOOK SEASON OUTLOOK ATLANTIC SUN CONFERENCE PRESEASON POLLS & HONORS COACHES POLL (FIRST PLACE VOTES) 1. ETSU (6) BELMONT (5) MERCER (1) LIPSCOMB JACKSONVILLE CAMPBELL KENNESAW STATE GARDNER-WEBB 49 T9. UNF 48 T9. STETSON FLORIDA GULF COAST USC UPSTATE 16 TOURNAMENT CHAMPION: FOUR-WAY TIE (BELMONT, ETSU, LIPSCOMB, MERCER) MEDIA POLL (FIRST PLACE VOTES) 1. ETSU (13) BELMONT (10) LIPSCOMB (1) JACKSONVILLE (1) MERCER CAMPBELL KENNESAW STATE GARDNER-WEBB STETSON FLORIDA GULF COAST UNF USC UPSTATE 37 TOURNAMENT CHAMPION: ETSU PRESEASON ALL-ATLANTIC SUN JUSTIN HARE - BELMONT JAMES FLORENCE - MERCER COURTNEY PIGRAM - ETSU EDDIE ARD - LIPSCOMB JONATHAN RODRIGUEZ - CAMPBELL PRESEASON PLAYER OF THE YEAR COURTNEY PIGRAM - ETSU tremendous gifts is Jordan Campbell. The native of Indianapolis elected to redshirt last season despite having the opportunity to vie for minutes right away. However, destined for great things, Campbell enters this his freshman season with a year of practice and understanding under his belt. An honorable mention All-American by Street & Smith at North Central HS, Campbell may be Belmont s most complete player, able to score and defend with no dropoff. He will be an enormous part of the Belmont program this year and beyond. So much of the Bruin offense is built around skilled, interchangeable parts. Players who can fill a variety of roles on either end at a moment s notice. Keaton Belcher certainly fits that bill. The sophomore from Butler, Ky. came into his own towards the end of last season, providing key lifts at key junctures. From emergency post duty against Fordham in his first extended work to big three-pointers against Campbell in the Atlantic Sun Tournament, Belcher showed a number of skills. His ability to score well from the post and the perimeter coupled with a stronger body will make Belcher an instrumental figure for the Bruins in Like Belcher, Matthew Dotson boasts a blend of size and shooting touch. A major contributor in each of his first two seasons, the junior from Centerville, Tenn. has been tabbed by many for a breakthrough campaign. His 19-point second half explosion against UNC-Wilmington in last year s opener gave Belmont fans a taste of Dotson s offensive capabilities. And now entrusted with greater responsibility as a post producer and rebounder, Dotson could vie for all-conference honors. Will Peeples will continue to provide toughness and physical presence in the interior. At 6-5, the Little Rock native is one of the team s best returning rebounders, especially keeping possessions alive on offense. Moreover, Peeples has the instincts and ball handling ability of a guard, much like a point forward in the Anthony Mason mold. An enforcer who can break the press, look for Peeples to lead the Bruins in rebounds, assists, and free throws in a game this season. Already having earned an accounting degree, Peeples is also one of the Bruins best team defenders. Belmont may have only one true center this season. Mike Dejworek is back and eager to assume an increased role. As a freshman, Dejworek s playing time was limited behind centers Preston and Herndon. However, with their departure, and Belmont s deep, quick roster, look for the imposing German to make a strong impact. Possessing rare speed, agility, and length for a big man, Dejworek is expected to aid the Bruin points in the paint. Furthermore, under the tutelage of post instructor Brian Ayers, the 6-11 center has expanded his offensive game. SCHEDULE As has been the case since its arrival in the Division-I ranks, Belmont faces a rigorous examination. It opens right away on November 9 at Big East stalwart Cincinnati as part of the Peggy Cronin Classic. Bowling Green and Western Carolina are also schedule to participate in the three day event. From there, three more games away from home - Samford, the first of two games with 2007 NIT participant Austin Peay, and SEC power Alabama. The Bruins first home game comes on November 26 in the first of a home and home series with MTSU. December opens with a return to Cincinnati, this time for a date with Xavier. The Musketeers return a solid nucleus from a 25 win team that came within an eyelash of defeating National Runnerup Ohio State in the NCAA Tournament. Belmont welcomes Nashville rival Tennessee State to the Curb Event Center on December 17 before ending the non-conference season in a holiday tournament hosted by Chattanooga. New teams to the Atlantic Sun means a new regular season format - divisional play for The slate will have 16 games rather the 18 played a year ago. Furthermore, while the Bruins will play Lipscomb, ETSU, Gardner-Webb, Campbell, and newcomer USC Upstate twice, there will only be lone meetings with Kennesaw State, Mercer, Stetson, Jacksonville, North Florida, and newcomer Florida Gulf Coast. However, league standings will not be divisional. The Atlantic Sun has long been a league that gives opportunities for new schools to develop into Division I programs, Byrd said. Now most of the universities in our conference entered the Atlantic Sun from either the NAIA or Division II in the last seven years.

5 TEAM ROSTER NUMERICAL ROSTER No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl. Hometown/Last School Academic Major 2 Shane Dansby G/F JR Pegram, Tenn./Murray State University Exercise Science 3 Keaton Belcher F SO Butler, Ky./Pendleton County HS Business Administration 4 Jon Rice G FR Naperville, Ill./Waubonsie Valley HS Marketing 11 Stefan Baskin G SO Nashville, Tenn./Battle Ground Academy Accounting 12 Alex Renfroe G JR Hermitage, Tenn./Trevecca Nazarene Univ. Exercise Science 13 Jon House G FR Guelph, Ontario, Canada/Centennial CVI Business Administration 14 Andrew House G/F JR Nashville, Tenn./Christ Presbyterian Acad. Accounting 20 Andy Wicke G JR Hendersonville, Tenn./Hendersonville HS Environmental Studies 23 Mike Dejworek C SO Ulm, Germany/Mount Pisgah Christian Business Administration 24 Justin Hare G SR Cleveland, Tenn./Bradley Central HS Exercise Science/Pre-Med 30 Matthew Dotson F JR Centerville, Tenn./Hickman County HS History 32 Jordan Campbell G/F FR Indianapolis, Ind./North Central HS Music Business 33 Will Peeples F JR Little Rock, Ark./Pulaski Academy Accounting (MAcc) 40 Henry Harris G JR Nashville, Tenn./Stratford HS Exercise Science Head Coach: Rick Byrd (Tennessee, 76) 26 seasons career winning percentage 21 seasons at Belmont winning percentage Associate Head Coach: Casey Alexander (Belmont, 95) Assistant Coaches: Brian Ayers (Lipscomb, 93) Roger Idstrom (Mars Hill, 89) 33 TEAM ROSTER PRONUNCIATION GUIDE Stefan Baskin (STEFF-in) Keaton Belcher (KEY-ton) Andy Wicke (WICK) Mike Dejworek (dah-vor-ek) Roger Idstrom (EED-strum) Guelph (goo-welf)

6 24 JUSTIN HARE SENIOR GUARD CLEVELAND, TENN. BRADLEY CENTRAL HS One of the most experienced and accomplished players in the Atlantic Sun Conference and at the mid-major level... Preseason All-Atlantic Sun First Team as voted upon by coaches... Also Preseason All-Atlantic Sun by Athlon, Street & Smith, Lindy s and CollegeHoopsnet.com JUSTIN HARE CAREER HIGHS Points vs. Lipscomb (3/4/06) Rebounds *10 vs. ETSU (2/26/06) Assists vs. Navy (12/6/04) Blocks vs. Fordham (11/14/06) Steals *3 vs. Rice (12/28/06) FG vs. Lipscomb (3/4/06) FGA *18 at Michigan State (12/19/06) 3FG vs. Stetson (1/9/07) 3FGA *8 vs. Stetson (1/9/07) FT at Mercer (2/3/07) FTA at Stetson (2/4/06) Minutes vs. Lipscomb (3/4/06) *most recent performance listed : Atlantic Sun Tournament MVP... First Team All-Atlantic Sun... Atlantic Sun Player of the Week (1/1/07)... Atlantic Sun Conference MVP, CollegeInsider.com... Saint Mary s (CA) All- Tournament Team... Preseason First Team All-Atlantic Sun... Second Team Academic All- American... Academic All-District... Academic All-Conference... Led team and was eighth in Atlantic Sun in scoring at 14.3 ppg... Recorded 26 double figure scoring games and led Belmont in scoring a team-high 16 times... Seven 20+ point scoring games points in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) points and five rebounds in Atlantic Sun Championship at ETSU (3/3/07) points at North Florida (2/24/07) points and nine rebounds vs. Gardner- Webb (2/15/07) points, including 10-for-10 from the free throw line at Mercer (2/3/07) points on seven field goal attempts vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) points vs. ETSU (1/25/07)... Season-high 23 points, including five three-pointers and six assists vs. Stetson (1/9/07)... Eclipsed 1,000 career points at Saint Mary s (CA) (12/29/06) points, including game-winning shot with 1.1 seconds left vs. Rice (12/28/06) points on seven field goal attempts at UALR (12/13/06) points vs. IUPUI (12/4/06)... Season-high 23 points on 7-for-10 shooting at IUPUI (11/18/06) points in season opener vs. UNC-Wilmington (11/13/06) : Atlantic Sun Tournament MVP Atlantic Sun All-Conference Second Team Academic All-District Academic All-Conference Atlantic Sun Player of the Week (11/21/05)... midmajority.com Baller of the Day (1/27/06)... Chevrolet Player of the Game (3/16/06) Started 29 of 31 games Led Belmont and tied for ninth in the Atlantic Sun in scoring at 15.6 ppg Recorded 25 double figure scoring games and led Belmont in scoring a team-high 13 times Eclipsed 20 points six times Ranked second in the team in assists with 90 Also second on the Bruins and among the league leaders in field goals (164) and three-point field goals (53) Third on team in rebounds (124) and steals (34) One of the most consistent offensive players in the conference Elevates level of play during late-game pressure situations Led team in scoring in NCAA Tournament game vs. UCLA (3/16/06) Scored career-high 32 points in Atlantic Sun Championship win over rival Lipscomb (3/4/06) Had game-high 24 points in Atlantic Sun Quarterfinal win over Campbell (3/2/06) Recorded second career double-double with 12 points and ten rebounds in Senior Day victory over ETSU (2/26/06) Overcame bloody nose to score game-high 24 points in televised victory over Florida Atlantic (1/27/06) Registered first career double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds at Lipscomb (1/20/06)... Scored game-high 22 points in 27 minutes in victory at Jacksonville (1/9/06) Scored 18 points and grabbed career-high seven rebounds at Wright State (12/17/05) Hit dramatic three-pointer to force overtime in win at ETSU (12/01/05) Scored then career-high 30 points on 9-for-10 shooting in opening win over Wright State (11/19/05) : Made appearances in 30 games Averaged 10.7 points and 3.3 rebounds per game Tabbed Atlantic Sun Freshman of the Year Three-time A-Sun Player of the Week (12/13/04, 12/27/04, 2/7/05) Second on Bruin squad in scoring Hit game-winning jumper with 0.5 seconds left to lift Belmont over Mercer (2/13/05) Mr. Clutch; made shot that either won game or forced overtime six times Made collegiate debut against St. Mary's on November 11, adding six points, a season-high three steals, and a team-high five rebounds Netted a career-high 23 points at Florida Atlantic on January 31 Played a career-high 33 minutes versus Gardner-Webb on February 17 Grabbed a season-high eight assists against Navy on December 6 Pulled down six rebounds on three occasions Drained three of four attempts from behind the arc and shot 77.8 percent from the floor for 20 points at Tennessee on December 20 Led Bruins in scoring six times. Prior to Belmont: Earned All-State honors for the second straight year after leading Bradley Central High School to the Tennessee Class AAA State Semifinals and a 31-4 record Marked Bradley Central's third straight appearance at the State Tournament with their best showing coming in 2003, falling in the finals Finished second in scoring all-time at Bradley Central, pouring in over 1900 career points Served as team captain each of the last two seasons Averaged 21.0 points per game while chipping in over six rebounds and four assists per contest while shooting over.400 from the three-point line as a senior Nearly matched that production as a junior, scoring 20.0 points per game Named Chattanooga Area Player of the Year each of the last two seasons Prepped for coach Kent Smith at Bradley Central. Personal: Majoring in Exercise Science and Health Promotion Plans to attend medical school upon graduation... Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Has two siblings, Jessica and Josh His brother Josh was a member of the Samford University basketball team Son of Lidelle and Jolene Hare Father played basketball at Berry College Born Justin Brett Hare on March 21, 1985 in Rome, Ga Favorite basketball players are Larry Bird and Steve Nash.

7 24 JUSTIN HARE 35 Coach Byrd on Justin Hare: His performance in big games and in late game situations tells you how competitive he is and how mentally tough he is. All of us at Belmont are extremely proud of his academic awards. Making Academic All-American is perhaps the highest form of recognition that you can receive as a student-athlete. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Justin Hare: The most clutch player in Belmont's NCAA history, Justin often puts on a clinic when the game is on the line. The 30-footer Hare hit at the halftime horn in the A-Sun final was a dagger, even with 20 more minutes to play. Belmont fans will never forget the three-point play in the '06 A-Sun final. JUSTIN HARE IN POSTSEASON PLAY 2006, NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/16/06 UCLA * /15/07 Georgetown JUSTIN HARE

8 24 JUSTIN HARE JUSTIN HARE Hare s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / / / /14.3 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington * vs Saint Mary's vs. Fordham * vs UC Riverside at IUPUI * at MTSU FISK * at Troy at MTSU * NAVY NORTH FLORIDA* at UAB JACKSONVILLE * CHATTANOOGA IUPUI * at Tennessee at UALR * at Auburn at Illinois * at Campbell at Michigan State * at Gardner-Webb vs. Rice * MERCER at St. Mary s (CA) * GEORGIA STATE at ETSU * at Stetson at Kennesaw State * at Jacksonville MERCER * LIPSCOMB STETSON * UCF LIPSCOMB * FLA. ATLANTIC at Campbell * at UCF at Gardner-Webb * at Florida Atlantic ETSU * STETSON KENNESAW ST. * JACKSONVILLE at Stetson * at Georgia State at Mercer at Mercer at Lipscomb GARDNER-WEBB GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL CAMPBELL at Lipscomb at Jacksonville TROY at North Florida *GEORGIA STATE *vs. Gardner-Webb *UCF *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU $ vs. Georgetown Hare s career versus A-Sun Opponents Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg WRIGHT STATE * at Chattanooga * at Oklahoma * at ETSU * at Kennesaw State * MTSU * at Ohio State * at Wright State * at Kansas State * CAMPBELL * GARDNER-WEBB * at North Florida at Jacksonville STETSON * MERCER * at Lipscomb * at Florida Atlantic * FLA. ATLANTIC * LIPSCOMB * at Mercer * at Stetson * JACKSONVILLE * NORTH FLORIDA* at Gardner-Webb * at Campbell * KENNESAW ST. * ETSU * *vs. Campbell * *vs. Stetson * *vs. Lipscomb * $vs. UCLA * Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson

9 14 ANDREW HOUSE JUNIOR GUARD/FORWARD NASHVILLE, TENN. CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY A selfless, team-first player whose dedication and work ethic have earned him the respect of teammates and fans alike... A former walk-on now scholarship player for : Academic All-Conference... Played in 18 games... Scored in three games... Two points in one minute in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07); a driving layup... Two points at Campbell (1/18/07)... Career-high nine points vs. North Florida on 3-for-5 shooting - including two three-pointers (11/30/06)... Grabbed two rebounds on two occasions, vs. Fisk (11/20/06) and vs. Mercer (1/7/07) CAREER HIGHS Points vs. UNF (11/30/06) Rebounds *2 vs. Mercer (1/7/07) Assists vs. UNF (11/30/06) Blocks n/a Steals *1 vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) FG vs. UNF (11/30/06) FGA vs. UNF (11/30/06) 3FG vs. UNF (11/30/06) 3FGA *4 vs. UNF (11/30/06) FT vs. UNF (11/30/06) FTA *2 vs. UNF (11/30/06) Minutes vs. Fisk (11/20/06) *most recent performance listed : Academic All-Conference Consummate team player and fan favorite Grabbed one rebound and had one shot attempt in NCAA Tournament game vs. UCLA (3/16/06) Logged two minutes of action vs. ETSU on Senior Day (2/26/06) Played career-high four minutes vs. North Florida (2/11/06) Played two minutes versus Jacksonville (2/9/06) Out for over a month mid-season (mononucleosis) Played one minute at Jacksonville (1/9/06) Played one minute at Kennesaw State (12/03/05) Went 0-for-2 from the free throw line in one minute of action at Oklahoma (11/26/05) : Redshirt. Prior to Belmont: Carried Christ Presbyterian Academy to its first appearance in the Tennessee State Tournament after a 30-7 season Averaged 16.1 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, earning All-State Tournament honors Also tabbed All-Region Finished his career as CPA's career free throw percentage leader at.777 and ripped down a school record 269 rebounds as a senior Served as team captain Named Most Improved following a junior campaign in which he scored 12.2 points per game and earned All-District honors Selected as a finalist for the Moss- Oliver Award Lettered in football as a junior and senior, winning the Class A State Championship in 2002 Played for coach Ken Brooks. Personal: Majoring in Accounting Served as junior class vice president at CPA Candidate for both the Wendy's High School Heisman and Gatorade Academic Athlete Has one brother, Alex Son of Joe and Nancy House Born Andrew Turner House on August 6, 1985 in Nashville, Tenn. Lists Larry Bird as favorite basketball player. Switched back to high school number after wearing #22 in #14 also worn by Bruin great Steve Drabyn ANDREW HOUSE

10 14 ANDREW HOUSE ANDREW HOUSE Coach Byrd on Andrew House: Andrew s work ethic, practice effort and team first attitude earned him a scholarship for this season. Very few players at Belmont have improved more than Andrew has during his three years. His greatest asset is his outside shooting, but he is a tough defender as well. We expect him to contend for time. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Andrew House: May not put up big numbers in terms of minutes or points, but the CPA grad has been a very valuable part of the two conference championship teams. Andrew will forever have his name in the NCAA record books for scoring a basket in a tournament game. ANDREW HOUSE IN POSTSEASON PLAY 2006, NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/16/06 UCLA /15/07 Georgetown

11 14 ANDREW HOUSE House s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /0.7 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington DNP vs. Fordham DNP at IUPUI FISK at MTSU DNP NORTH FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE DNP IUPUI DNP at UALR at Illinois at Michigan State vs. Rice DNP at St. Mary s (CA) DNP at ETSU DNP at Kennesaw State DNP MERCER STETSON DNP LIPSCOMB DNP at Campbell at Gardner-Webb ETSU DNP KENNESAW ST at Stetson DNP at Mercer at Lipscomb DNP GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL at Jacksonville at North Florida DNP *vs. Gardner-Webb *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU DNP $vs. Georgetown Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg WRIGHT STATE DNP at Chattanooga DNP at Oklahoma at ETSU DNP at Kennesaw State MTSU DNP at Ohio State DNP at Wright State DNP at Kansas State DNP CAMPBELL DNP GARDNER-WEBB DNP at North Florida DNP at Jacksonville STETSON DNP MERCER DNP at Lipscomb DNP at Florida Atlantic DNP FLA. ATLANTIC DNP LIPSCOMB DNP at Mercer DNP at Stetson DNP JACKSONVILLE NORTH FLORIDA at Gardner-Webb DNP at Campbell DNP KENNESAW ST. DNP ETSU *vs. Campbell DNP *vs. Stetson DNP *vs. Lipscomb DNP $vs. UCLA House s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb -- Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson ANDREW HOUSE

12 33 WILL PEEPLES JUNIOR FORWARD LITTLE ROCK, ARK. PULASKI ACADEMY A skilled and versatile forward who can defend multiple positions and rebound on both ends WILL PEEPLES CAREER HIGHS Points *13 at Georgia State (2/11/05) Rebounds at Mercer (2/13/05) Assists vs. Navy (12/6/04) Blocks at Mercer (2/3/07) Steals *3 vs. Troy (2/26/05) FG at Georgia State (2/11/05) FGA at Gardner-Webb (1/5/05) 3FG vs. Gardner-Webb (2/17/05) 3FGA *3 vs. Gardner-Webb (2/17/05) FT *7 at Mercer (2/3/07) FTA vs. UCF (1/23/05) Minutes at Georgia State (2/11/05) *most recent performance listed : Academic All-Conference... Played in 29 games... Heady player and emotional leader... Sixth on team in assists (51)... Had one point, three rebounds and three assists in 12 minutes in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) before fouling out... Defended 2007 NBA Draft 5th overall selection Jeff Green and Dajuan Summers much of the game... Seven points and five rebounds in Atlantic Sun Championship at ETSU (3/3/07)... Six rebounds vs. Campbell (2/17/07)... Seven points, six rebounds and two blocks at Mercer, scoring all seven points from the free throw line (2/3/07)... Seven points at Gardner-Webb (1/20/07)... Six points and six rebounds at Campbell (1/18/07)... Season-high eight points and five rebounds vs. Lipscomb (1/12/07)... Four points and seven rebounds at ETSU (1/2/07)... Supplied key offensive rebound and assist to Andy Wicke in comeback victory over Rice (12/28/06) as part of Saint Mary s (CA) Tournament... Scored first point of the season in homecoming game at UALR (12/13/06)... At least one assist in 24 of 29 games... Four or more rebounds in 11 games minutes in nine contests... Missed four games with a wrist injury : Academic All-Conference Medical Redshirt : Played in all 30 games with 11 starts Averaged 5.5 points and 3.4 rebounds per game Logged a career-high 31 minutes on the hardwood at Georgia State on February 11 Also shot 75 percent (6-of-8) from the floor in this game Scored 11 points at Tennessee on December 20 while dishing out four assists with no turnovers Had a career-high six helpers versus Navy on December 6 On January 23 against UCF knocked down 7-of-11 shots from the charity stripe Made first career start at Florida Atlantic on January 31 Scored a career-high 13 points at Gardner- Webb on January 5 and went on to match that total two more times Grabbed a career-best eight rebounds at Mercer on February 13 Dished out a team-best five assists in A-Sun Quarterfinal win over Georgia State on March 3 Was perfect from the floor four times Scored in double figures four times. Prior to Belmont: Helped lead Pulaski Academy to back-to-back Arkansas Class AAA State Championships in 2002 and 2003 Ranked #22 in the USA Today Super 25 Finished his senior season 34-1 after falling in the State Semifinals Team posted a 99-7 record over the last three seasons Selected All-State three straight seasons Averaged a double-double as both a junior and a senior, scoring 16.0 points with 10.0 rebounds per game as a junior and followed with 14.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game the next season Also named to the State Tourney Team three times Placed on the Arkansas Democrat Gazette Super Sophomore Team after scoring nearly 11 points per game as a sophomore Pulaski Academy won their second state title with no seniors on the team Prepped for coach Scott Loucks. Personal: Earned bachelor s degree in Accounting in May 2007 Pursuing a master s degree in accounting... Lists playing the piano as a hobby Served as Fellowship of Christian Athletes President Named to the Arkansas All-Academic Team Nominee for Wendy's High School Heisman Has three older siblings: Sara, Ray and Mary Helen Son of Dr. Earl and Carolyn Peeples Born William Reed Peeples on February 10, 1986 in Little Rock, Ark. Lists Larry Bird and Chris Mullin as favorite basketball players.

13 33 WILL PEEPLES 41 Coach Byrd on Will Peeples: Will is perhaps our most versatile player. He is comfortable in the post or at the wing, and even assumes some point guard roles at times. He is a great defender, tough rebounder and as competitive as anyone on our team. He scores it best around the basket and can really pass the ball well from anywhere on the floor. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Will Peeples: Always fun to be around, Will is one of those players with a nose for the basketball. He has very good rebounding instincts, and has stolen some key possessions with offensive boards on missed free throws. It was neat to see Will score his first point of last season in his hometown of Little Rock. WILL PEEPLES IN POSTSEASON PLAY NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/15/07 Georgetown WILL PEEPLES

14 33 WILL PEEPLES Peeples Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /2.3 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington vs. Fordham at IUPUI DNP FISK DNP at MTSU DNP NORTH FLORIDA DNP JACKSONVILLE IUPUI at UALR at Illinois at Michigan State vs. Rice at St. Mary s (CA) at ETSU at Kennesaw State MERCER STETSON LIPSCOMB at Campbell at Gardner-Webb ETSU KENNESAW ST at Stetson at Mercer at Lipscomb GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL at Jacksonville at North Florida *vs. Gardner-Webb *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU $vs. Georgetown WILL PEEPLES Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg vs Saint Mary's vs UC Riverside at MTSU at Troy NAVY at UAB CHATTANOOGA at Tennessee at Auburn at Campbell at Gardner-Webb MERCER GEORGIA STATE at Stetson at Jacksonville LIPSCOMB UCF FLA. ATLANTIC at UCF at Florida Atlantic * STETSON * JACKSONVILLE * at Georgia State * at Mercer * GARDNER-WEBB * CAMPBELL * at Lipscomb * TROY * *GEORGIA ST. * *UCF * Peeples career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson

15 2 SHANE DANSBY JUNIOR GUARD/FORWARD PEGRAM, TENN. MURRAY STATE UNIV. An ultra-athletic player who can finish above the rim and defend multiple positions... Expected to expand offensive role and production in CAREER HIGHS Points vs. UT-Martin (2/15/05) Rebounds vs. Fisk (11/20/06) Assists vs. Fisk (11/20/06) Blocks vs. UT-Martin (2/15/05) Steals *2 vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) FG vs. UT-Martin (2/15/05) FGA *11 vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07) 3FG *3 at Illinois (12/17/06) 3FGA vs. UT-Martin (2/15/05) FT *4 at UNF (2/24/07) FTA at Jacksonville (2/22/07) Minutes at E. Kentucky (1/27/05) : Played in all 33 games... Averaging 16.5 minutes per game... Scored in 27 of 33 games... Four double figure scoring games... Four points, five rebounds and two steals in 18 minutes in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07)... Five points and six rebounds in Atlantic Sun Championship at ETSU (3/3/07)... Nine points and eight rebounds in Atlantic Sun Semifinal vs. Campbell (3/2/07)... Nine points and six rebounds vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07)... First career double-double of 10 points and 10 rebounds at Jacksonville (2/22/07) points vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) points in eight minutes at Mercer (2/3/07)... Scored team-high and season-high 13 points at Illinois (12/17/07), which included 3-for-4 three-point shooting... Career-high and Curb Event Center home record with 13 rebounds vs. Fisk (11/20/06)... Also career-high five assists vs. Fisk (11/20/06)... Played double figure minutes in all but two games... Four or more rebounds in 18 games... Had 44 assists... Versatile performer on both ends of the floor... Made 14 three-pointers : Academic All-Conference Sat out in accordance with NCAA transfer rules. Prior to Belmont: Spent one season at Murray State University : Appeared in all 28 games with one start Averaged 3.6 points and 1.6 rebounds per outing 73.3 percent (11-of-15) free throw shooter Played a career-high 28 minutes at Eastern Kentucky on January 27 Netted a careerhigh 15 points versus Tennessee-Martin on February 15 Pulled down a career-high six rebounds and two blocks in the same contest Had a career-high three assists against Delaware State on December 22 Grabbed a career-high two steals versus Morehead State on January 6 Was perfect from behind the three-point arc on three occasions and at the charity stripe four times. High School Career: Was a four-year starter at Harpeth High School Averaged 24 points and 12.0 rebounds per game as a senior Holds HHS record for career rebounds (866) and is third all-time in scoring (1,450 points)... Earned All-State honors as a junior and senior Selected to play in Tennessee versus Georgia All-Star Game Prepped for coach Jamie Wilson. Personal: Major is Exercise Science... High school teammate of former Bruin Josh Goodwin... Grandson of Nannie Dansby... Has one brother, Andrew... Lists Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, Allen Iverson and Randy Moss as his favorite athletes... Born on Shane C. Dansby on March 14, 1986 in Nashville, Tenn SHANE DANSBY *most recent performance listed

16 2 SHANE DANSBY 44 2 SHANE DANSBY Coach Byrd on Shane Dansby: As Shane adapted to our offensive style and our coaching staff found different ways to use his talents, he became a very important player on our run to the A Sun tournament championship last season. Shane is an outstanding rebounder on both ends of the floor and is one of our top defenders. We look for to be a breakout season for him. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Shane Dansby: A tremendous athlete and an outstanding rebounder, Shane really came on strong down the stretch last season. That memorable rebound in the A-Sun final was one of the plays of the year. I'm sure he'll be depended on for more offense this year, and his board work, defense and shot-blocking will be even more valuable than ever. SHANE DANSBY IN POSTSEASON PLAY NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/15/07 Georgetown

17 2 SHANE DANSBY Dansby s Career Statistics (Murray State Univ., ) Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /5.0 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington vs. Fordham at IUPUI FISK at MTSU NORTH FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE IUPUI at UALR at Illinois at Michigan State vs. Rice at St. Mary s (CA) at ETSU at Kennesaw State MERCER STETSON LIPSCOMB at Campbell at Gardner-Webb ETSU KENNESAW ST at Stetson at Mercer at Lipscomb GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL at Jacksonville at North Florida *vs. Gardner-Webb *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU $vs. Georgetown Dansby s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson SHANE DANSBY

18 30 MATTHEW DOTSON JUNIOR FORWARD CENTERVILLE, TENN. HICKMAN COUNTY HS A skilled, hard-working forward who can score from a number of areas on the court... Will be asked to showcase inside and outside game in MATTHEW DOTSON CAREER HIGHS Points vs. UNC-Wilmington (11/13/06) Rebounds vs. Fisk (11/20/06) Assists *4 at Jacksonville (2/22/07) Blocks *1 at ETSU (3/3/07) Steals *2 at Michigan State (12/19/06) FG vs. UNC-Wilmington (11/13/06) FGA *14 vs. Mercer (1/7/07) 3FG vs. UNC-Wilmington (11/13/06) 3FGA *7 vs. Jacksonville (12/2/06) FT *2 at ETSU (3/3/07) FTA at Campbell (2/18/06) Minutes at MTSU (11/27/06) *most recent performance listed : Academic All-Conference... Started every game but Senior Day... Seven double figure scoring games... Team s third leading rebounder (148)... Also third on team in made three point field goals (44)... Led team in free throw percentage (.810)... Made at least one three-point field goal in 24 of 33 games... Five points and three rebounds in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) points on 5-for-9 shooting in Atlantic Sun Quarterfinal vs. Gardner- Webb (3/1/07)... Five or more rebounds in 13 games... Nine points on three three-pointers in regular season finale at North Florida (2/24/07)... Game-high 15 points vs. Mercer (1/7/07) points at ETSU (1/2/07) points and five rebounds vs. North Florida (11/30/06)... First career doubledouble with 17 points and 10 rebounds vs. Fisk (11/20/07) points at IUPUI (11/18/07)... Careerhigh 19 points - all in the second half - vs. UNC-Wilmington (11/13/06), making 7-of-9 field goals... Averaged double figure scoring into the holiday season : Academic All-Conference Played in 30 of 31 games (DNP, Kennesaw State (2/24/06) - illness)... Valuable scorer and rebounder off the bench... Versatile game; can score inside and outside as well as set-up teammates... Made 23 three-pointers on the year... Second on team in freshman scoring at 5.2 ppg... Three double figure scoring games... Averaged eight points per game over seven game stretch during conference play... Scored career-high 14 points in just 14 minutes in overtime victory at Campbell (2/18/06)... Tallied team-high 12 points in win over Jacksonville (2/9/06)... Scored eight points in 21 minutes in win over Lipscomb (1/31/06)... Scored 10 points in 22 minutes vs. Mercer (1/16/06)... Sank two three-pointers in victory at Jacksonville (1/9/06)... Had eight points in 14 minutes vs. Gardner-Webb (1/4/06)... Scored six points in 16 minutes at Kansas State (12/29/05)... Registered 9 points on 4-for-5 shooting in his first collegiate start at Ohio State (12/14/05)... Scored seven points in 12 minutes vs. MTSU (12/10/05)... Scored seven points and grabbed a team-high & career-high six rebounds at Oklahoma (11/26/05)... Made first collegiate shot, a three-pointer vs. Wright State (11/19/05)... Came to Belmont after committing initially to the Univ. of Tennessee (granted scholarship release). Prior to Belmont: All-time leading scorer (1,991 points) and rebounder (1,043 rebounds) at Hickman County High School... Also led team in points, rebounds, assists and blocks each year... Averaged 21.5 points and 11.0 rebounds per game as a senior... Helped HCHS to District 11 AAA Championship as a junior... Four-time team MVP... Was named All-District II AAA and All- Region 6AAA four consecutive years... During senior campaign, selected TSWA All-State and AP All-State Second-Team... As a junior and senior was tabbed District Player of the Year Nike All-American Camp participant... Was also a member of the golf team all four years, helping team to earn fifth place finishes at AAA State golf tournament as a sophomore and junior. Personal: Major is History... Son of Roger and Susan Dotson... Born Matthew George Dotson on September 24, 1986 in Nashville, Tenn.... Selected Best All-Around by Hickman County faculty... Lists Matt Freije, Dirk Nowitski and Phil Mickelson as his favorite athletes.

19 30 MATTHEW DOTSON 47 Coach Byrd on Matthew Dotson: With the loss of Andrew and Boomer, Matthew's development as a force inside will go a long way in answering the questions about our low post game. He is an unusually good shooter from outside the arc and is willing to go inside to score his points as well. His ability to defend and rebound against bigger players is critical to our team's chance at success. His work ethic in the weight room and on the practice floor is unmatched. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Matthew Dotson: Matthew played well as a freshman and sophomore, but look for a breakout year this season as Dotson is counted on to carry more of the offensive load, especially inside. I still can't believe his parents drove all the way to California for the tournament at St. Mary's. Hope Matthew lets them wear his championship rings sometimes. MATTHEW DOTSON IN POSTSEASON PLAY 2006, NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/16/06 UCLA /15/07 Georgetown * MATTHEW DOTSON

20 30 MATTHEW DOTSON Dotson s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /7.0 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington * vs. Fordham * at IUPUI * FISK * at MTSU * NORTH FLORIDA* JACKSONVILLE * IUPUI * at UALR * at Illinois * at Michigan State * vs. Rice * at St. Mary s (CA) * at ETSU * at Kennesaw State * MERCER * STETSON * LIPSCOMB * at Campbell * at Gardner-Webb * ETSU * KENNESAW ST. * at Stetson * at Mercer * at Lipscomb * GARDNER-WEBB * CAMPBELL at Jacksonville * at North Florida * *vs. Gardner-Webb * *vs. Campbell * *vs. ETSU * $vs. Georgetown * MATTHEW DOTSON Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg WRIGHT STATE at Chattanooga at Oklahoma at ETSU at Kennesaw State MTSU at Ohio State * at Wright State at Kansas State CAMPBELL GARDNER-WEBB at North Florida at Jacksonville STETSON MERCER at Lipscomb at Florida Atlantic FLA. ATLANTIC LIPSCOMB at Mercer at Stetson JACKSONVILLE NORTH FLORIDA at Gardner-Webb at Campbell KENNESAW ST. DNP (illness) ETSU *vs. Campbell *vs. Stetson *vs. Lipscomb $vs. UCLA Dotson s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson

21 40 HENRY HARRIS JUNIOR GUARD NASHVILLE, TENN. STRATFORD HS A tough, lightning quick guard whose consistent effort and defensive on-the-ball pressure are second to none... Has expanded offensive game, both finishing for himself and creating for others. CAREER HIGHS Points vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) Rebounds at IUPUI (11/18/06) Assists at IUPUI (11/18/06) Blocks *1 vs. Campbell (2/17/07) Steals *3 vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) FG vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) FGA vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) 3FG vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) 3FGA vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) FT vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) FTA *8 vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) Minutes *29 vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07) *most recent performance listed : Academic All-Conference... One of two Bruins to start every game... Third on team in assists (68)... Tied for second on team in steals (29)... Six double figure scoring games... Scored in 30 of 33 games... Sets defensive tone with pressure on opposing point guard... Was among the Bruins top players in the NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07), with seven points, five rebounds and a steal... Offensive rebound putback was first basket of the game... Also scored on a hesitation move in transition over Roy Hibbert to give Belmont early four point lead... Scored 10 points in Atlantic Sun Semifinal vs. Campbell (3/2/07) points on 3-for-5 shooting at Jacksonville (2/22/07)... Eight points and three rebounds at Lipscomb (2/9/07)... Career-high 23 points on 6-for-13 shooting - including four threes - vs. Kennesaw State (1/27/07)... Also had six rebounds and three steals vs. Owls... Team-high 13 points vs. Lipscomb (1/12/07) points, including dramatic game-winning three-pointer in overtime, at ETSU (1/2/07) points vs. Jacksonville (12/2/06)... Nine points and four rebounds vs. North Florida (11/30/06)... Six points, career-high eight rebounds, and six assists at IUPUI (11/18/06)... Assists in all but five games : Established himself as one of the Bruins best defenders Very active offensive rebounder for size One of the team s best free throw shooters Twice scored in double figures Tied career-high with three steals in NCAA Tournament game vs. UCLA (3/16/06) Also scored five points and added two rebounds in 12 minutes vs. UCLA Registered career-high 12 points in 13 minutes vs. North Florida (2/11/06) Snatched three steals vs. Jacksonville (2/9/06) Scored four points in 13 minutes at Mercer (2/2/06) Grabbed career-high four rebounds in win over Lipscomb (1/31/06) Recorded 10 points in career-high 20 minutes in win over Mercer (1/16/06) Made first three-pointer as collegian at Kansas State (12/29/05) Tallied career-high four points at Wright State (12/17/05) Made first career shot attempt on back-door lay-in, scoring two points in collegiate debut vs. Wright State (11/19/05) : Redshirt. Prior to Belmont: Led Stratford to State Tournament appearance after averaging 22.0 points per game and nearly five rebounds and five assists per game Stratford finished with a record of 24-8, their third straight 20-win season Tabbed All-State after leading the team in scoring and assists Served as team captain during his senior season Totaled 1,512 points, 631 assists and 458 rebounds in his prep career Won the prestigious Moss-Oliver Award honoring Davidson County's top male senior student-athlete in basketball Averaged a career-best 23.0 points per game during his junior campaign Played in the TACA East-West All-Star game, scoring 18 points and helping lead the West to a victory Dished out over eight assists per game as a sophomore Also lettered in cross country and track & field Coached by James Winrow. Personal: Majoring in Exercise Science Interested in Occupational Therapy Graduated as Stratford's Salutatorian Tabbed YMCA Youth of the Year Born Henry Howard Harris III on September 23, 1985 in Nashville, Tenn Lists Kobe Bryant as favorite basketball player HENRY HARRIS

22 40 HENRY HARRIS HENRY HARRIS Coach Byrd on Henry Harris: Hard work has made Henry one of the A Sun's top guards on both ends of the floor. Henry's improvement as a floor leader, as a three point shooter and ball handler in addition to his considerable defensive abilities has made him a guy that we want on the floor as often as possible. Henry has also emerged as a strong team leader in offseason strength and conditioning training. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Henry Harris: Outstanding on-the-ball defender, Henry played well in taking over the point last season. The Nashville native has worked hard on his shooting and made some key shots. I've always loved the no-nonsense attitude Henry brings to the court. Salutatorian in high school, Henry is all business in the classroom too. HENRY HARRIS IN POSTSEASON PLAY 2006, NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/16/06 UCLA /15/07 Georgetown *

23 40 HENRY HARRIS Harris Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /5.7 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington * vs. Fordham * at IUPUI * FISK * at MTSU * NORTH FLORIDA* JACKSONVILLE * IUPUI * at UALR * at Illinois * at Michigan State * vs. Rice * at St. Mary s (CA) * at ETSU * at Kennesaw State * MERCER * STETSON * LIPSCOMB * at Campbell * at Gardner-Webb * ETSU * KENNESAW ST. * at Stetson * at Mercer * at Lipscomb * GARDNER-WEBB * CAMPBELL * at Jacksonville * at North Florida * *vs. Gardner-Webb * *vs. Campbell * *vs. ETSU * $vs. Georgetown * Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg WRIGHT STATE at Chattanooga at Oklahoma at ETSU at Kennesaw State MTSU at Ohio State at Wright State at Kansas State CAMPBELL GARDNER-WEBB at North Florida at Jacksonville STETSON MERCER at Lipscomb at Florida Atlantic FLA. ATLANTIC LIPSCOMB at Mercer at Stetson JACKSONVILLE NORTH FLORIDA at Gardner-Webb at Campbell KENNESAW ST ETSU *vs. Campbell *vs. Stetson *vs. Lipscomb $vs. UCLA Harris career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson HENRY HARRIS

24 12 ALEX RENFROE JUNIOR GUARD HERMITAGE, TENN. TREVECCA NAZARENE UNIV. Known for blazing speed and his ability to dictate tempo... Also a hounding defender both on and off the ball... After sitting out a transfer year, expected to compete for backcourt minutes : Academic All-Conference... Sat out in accordance with NCAA transfer rules ALEX RENFROE CAREER HIGHS Points at Union (2/11/06) Rebounds vs. Lambuth (3/15/06) Assists at Cumberland (1/12/06) Blocks at Cumberland (1/12/06) Steals at Union (2/11/06) FG *9 at Crichton (2/4/06) FGA at Union (2/11/06) 3FG vs. Freed-Hardeman (2/16/06) 3FGA at Union (2/11/06) FT at Freed-Hardeman (1/21/06) FTA *12 vs. Crichton (2/25/06) Minutes at Union (2/11/06) *most recent performance listed Prior to Belmont: Played two seasons for NAIA Trevecca Nazarene University... Led Trojans to a record over the two seasons... Also helped Trevecca to back-to-back TranSouth Conference Regular Season titles and consecutive NAIA Tournament Sweet 16 appearances : Started all 33 games... Averaged 14.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game in garnering NAIA First Team All-America honors... Scored in double figures in 26 of 33 games... Seven games of 20+ points... Had ten double-doubles times had two or more three-pointers in a game... Led Trojans in assists (217), and ranked second in points (478) and rebounds (213)... Scored 20 points and had career-high 17 rebounds in win over Lambuth in NAIA Tournament... Also shot 57 percent from the floor and 45 percent from three-point territory... Also among the NAIA leaders in steals (85)... Scored career-high 28 points at Union (2/11/06)... Also averaged nearly 38 minutes per game : Started seven games... Averaged 4.8 points and 3.6 rebounds per game as freshman... Had a season-high 19 points and 14 rebounds vs. Cumberland. Personal: Majoring in Exercise Science and aspires to pursue dentistry... Son of Greg and Cynthia Renfroe... Has two siblings, Jonte (29) and Rachel (24)... Three former teammates are playing collegiately: Brandon Harriford (Austin Peay), Ranard Robinson (Georgia State), and Nick Hodge (Xavier (LA))... Lists Steve Nash as his favorite athlete. Coach Byrd on Alex Renfroe: Alex adds a dimension of speed and quickness with the basketball that should be exciting to watch this season. He can drive and score it in traffic as well as create opportunities for his teammates. Despite his size and frame, Alex is also a terrific rebounder. His quickness makes him a defender with the capability of creating a lot of turnovers. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Alex Renfroe: I've heard nothing but good things about Alex; I really look forward to seeing him run the point, after playing outstanding basketball at Trevecca. Renfroe s Career Statistics (Trevecca Nazarene Univ.) Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /14.5 TOTAL / /9.7

25 20 ANDY WICKE JUNIOR GUARD HENDERSONVILLE, TENN. HENDERSONVILLE HS CAREER HIGHS Points vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07) Rebounds *6 vs. Rice (12/28/06) Assists at North Florida (2/24/07) Blocks vs. Stetson (1/14/06) Steals vs. Gardner-Webb (3/1/07) FG vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07) FGA *13 at Lipscomb (2/9/07) 3FG vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07) 3FGA vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07) FT *3 vs. UNF (11/30/06) FTA *4 vs. UNF (11/30/06) Minutes vs. ETSU (1/25/07) *most recent performance listed A smart, charismatic player who can hurt the opposition in a number of ways... Expected to assume a larger leadership role in Preseason Second Team All-Atlantic Sun and Best Shooter in Atlantic Sun by Lindy s : Atlantic Sun All-Tournament Team... Academic All-Conference... Atlantic Sun Player of the Week (2/19/07)... An emotional leader and solid player on both ends... Led team, Atlantic Sun and ranked 16th nationally in three-point field goal percentage (.440)... Played in 30 games, starting 10 times... Made at least one three-point field goal in 27 of 30 games... Score six points and had two assists in 29 minutes in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) points on 5-for-11 three-point shooting in Atlantic Sun Championship at ETSU (3/03/07)... Eight points and five assists in Atlantic Sun Semifinal vs. Campbell (3/2/07) points and four steals in Atlantic Sun Quarterfinals vs. Gardner-Webb (3/1/07)... Nine points and career-high seven assists at North Florida (2/24/07) points and five assists at Jacksonville (2/22/07) points and six assists vs. Campbell (2/17/07)... Career-high 31 points on 10-for-12 three-point shooting vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07)... Established new Curb Event Center record with those 10 three-pointers in one game points on 5-for-10 three-point shooting at Lipscomb (2/9/07) points at Stetson (2/1/07)... Buried clutch baseline three-pointer in comeback victory over Rice (12/28/06) points at UALR (12/13/07)... Three or more assists in a game 15 times... Often defends opponent s top perimeter player, which in included Morris Almond, Drew Neitzel, and Courtney Pigram among others : Atlantic Sun All-Freshman Team Academic All-Conference Second on team and among Atlantic Sun leaders in three-point field goals (63) Made four or more three-pointers in a game six times Anticipates plays well and makes extra pass; five times led team in assists Had 12 double-figure scoring games Was team high scorer three times Often elevated play in hostile environments Scored 13 points off the bench in Atlantic Sun Semifinal win over Stetson (3/3/06) Had 19 points on 7-for-9 shooting in Atlantic Sun Quarterfinal win over Campbell (3/2/06) Sparked Belmont s defensive effort and scored 17 points on 5-for-7 shooting in win over Kennesaw State (2/24/06) Had decisive steal and lay-in in overtime victory at Campbell (2/18/06) Scored 15 points on 5-for-8 shooting from three-point range at Stetson (2/4/06) Sank five first-half three-pointers in home victory over Mercer (1/16/06) Scored 13 points vs. Stetson (1/14/06) Scored 12 points in starting role at Jacksonville (1/9/06) Scored 12 points on 3-for-4 shooting in first collegiate start at UNF (1/7/06) Chipped in team-high 12 points at Kansas State (12/29/05) Scored career-high 21 points on 8-for-11 shooting at #25 Ohio State (12/14/05) Made key three-pointer that gave BU its first lead, 86-83, in OT victory at ETSU (12/01/05) Had 18 points on 6-for-7 three-point shooting in win at UTC (11/22/05) Scored nine points in 19 minutes in first collegiate game vs. Wright State (11/19/06) : Redshirt. Prior to Belmont: Broke the school record for career points Member of the only team in Hendersonville High School history to appear in three straight Sub-State rounds of the state championship Became only the second Hendersonville HS team to reach the State Tournament during his junior campaign Averaged over 19 points per game while chipping in nearly five assists and five rebounds during that season Earned All-State Tournament and District Most Valuable Player honors as a junior Scored just over 16 points per game as a senior, receiving his second straight All-Midstate honors Led HHS in points, steals and assists as a junior and a senior Also played soccer, reaching the State Tournament after going Played for coach Kerry West, a member of the Belmont Athletics Hall of Fame. Personal: Majoring in Environmental Studies Hopes to attend dental school after undergraduate career Member of several organizations, including Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), and student government Was student representative on university panel during hire of Curb Event Center manager Has one older brother, Danny, who played basketball at Auburn Son of Chris and Ellen Wicke Born Andrew Everett Wicke on September 23, 1985 in Nashville, Tenn ANDY WICKE

26 20 ANDY WICKE ANDY WICKE Coach Byrd on Andy Wicke: Andy s development as a complete player and his emergence as a premier three point shooter was very instrumental in the success of our team last year. He is an exceptional defender, both on and off the ball. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Andy Wicke: I doubt it's a coincidence that Andy has played two years for Belmont, and the Bruins have won two A-Sun titles. Seems to enjoy playing in big games. And when he gets it going from 3-point range, Andy is nearly automatic. His defense and leadership can't be underestimated. And if they had a college basketball debate team, Andy might be the captain. ANDY WICKE IN POSTSEASON PLAY 2006, NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/16/06 UCLA /15/07 Georgetown *

27 20 ANDY WICKE Wicke s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / / / /9.4 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington DNP vs. Fordham DNP at IUPUI DNP FISK at MTSU NORTH FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE IUPUI at UALR at Illinois at Michigan State vs. Rice at St. Mary s (CA) at ETSU at Kennesaw State MERCER STETSON LIPSCOMB at Campbell at Gardner-Webb ETSU KENNESAW ST at Stetson at Mercer * at Lipscomb * GARDNER-WEBB * CAMPBELL * at Jacksonville * at North Florida * *vs. Gardner-Webb * *vs. Campbell * *vs. ETSU * $vs. Georgetown * Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TO B Stl Pts Avg WRIGHT STATE at Chattanooga at Oklahoma at ETSU at Kennesaw State MTSU at Ohio State at Wright State at Kansas State CAMPBELL GARDNER-WEBB at North Florida * at Jacksonville * STETSON MERCER at Lipscomb at Florida Atlantic FLA. ATLANTIC LIPSCOMB at Mercer at Stetson JACKSONVILLE NORTH FLORIDA at Gardner-Webb at Campbell KENNESAW ST ETSU *vs. Campbell *vs. Stetson *vs. Lipscomb ** vs. UCLA Wicke s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson ANDY WICKE

28 3 KEATON BELCHER SOPHOMORE FORWARD BUTLER, KY. Another inside-outside threat for the Bruins at forward... Came into his own late in , and with a productive off-season of training and greater familiarity with the Belmont system, expected to have expanded role on both ends KEATON BELCHER CAREER HIGHS Points vs. Campbell (2/17/07) Rebounds vs. UNF (11/30/06) Assists *2 at Jacksonville (2/22/07) Blocks *1 at UNF (2/24/07) Steals *2 vs. Campbell (3/2/07) FG *5 vs. Campbell (2/17/07) FGA vs. UNF (11/30/06) 3FG vs. Campbell (2/17/07) 3FGA *8 vs. Campbell (2/17/07) FT vs. Fisk (11/20/06) FTA vs. Fisk (11/20/06) Minutes vs. Fisk (11/20/06) *most recent performance listed : Played in all 33 games... Three double figure scoring games... One point and three rebounds in nine minutes in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07)... Eight points in Atlantic Sun Championship at ETSU (3/03/07)... Hit two big three-pointers in championship game, including from top of the key late in the first half... Five points and two steals in Atlantic Sun Semifinal vs. Campbell (3/2/07)... Five points and three rebounds at North Florida (2/24/07)... Career-high 15 points on five three-pointers vs. Campbell (2/17/07)...Six points on two threepointers vs. ETSU (1/25/07), including one that gave BU a lead with under 40 seconds left... Hit back-to-back three-pointers in second half at Kennesaw State (1/4/07) en route to eight points... Six points and four rebounds vs. Rice (12/28/06)... Five points at Illinois (12/17/06), including Belmont s first basket of the second half... Seven points on 3-for-4 shooting in 10 minutes vs. IUPUI (12/4/07) points and eight rebounds vs. North Florida (11/30/06)... Career-high 23 minutes, 11 points and six rebounds vs. Fisk (11/20/06)... Nine points in 14 minutes in season opening victory vs. Fordham (11/14/06); was clutch with Belmont frontcourt in foul trouble... Scored six or more points nine times... Made a three-point field goal in 15 games... Fifth on Bruins with 25 three-point field goals : Redshirt. Prior to Belmont: Led Pendleton County High School to State Tournament for the first time since Averaged 16.6 points and eight rebounds per game and shot 62 percent from the floor as a senior Channel 6 Player of the Year... All-State Second-Team selection for Lexington Herald-Leader and Louisville Courier Journal... AP All-State Third-Team... Member of first PCHS team to play at historic Rupp Arena First PCHS representative in Kentucky vs. Ohio All-Stars game, scoring four points and grabbing four rebounds Tabbed third-team All-State as a senior KABC 10th Region Player of the Year Selected 38th District MVP Recorded over 1,300 career points Also played varsity golf, winning two consecutive Ninth Region team championships Prepped for Buddy Biggs at Pendleton County. Personal: Majoring in Business Administration... Son of Keith and Karen Belcher Has two younger siblings: Kane and Kurt Born Keaton James Belcher on July 3, 1986 in Fort Thomas, Ky. Received "Good Citizen" Award Second-ever player from PCHS to sign to a Division I school... Lists Larry Bird, Tayshaun Prince and Tiger Woods as his favorite athletes.

29 3 KEATON BELCHER Belcher s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / /3.8 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington vs. Fordham at IUPUI FISK at MTSU NORTH FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE IUPUI at UALR at Illinois at Michigan State vs. Rice at St. Mary s (CA) at ETSU at Kennesaw State MERCER STETSON LIPSCOMB at Campbell at Gardner-Webb ETSU KENNESAW ST at Stetson at Mercer at Lipscomb GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL at Jacksonville at North Florida *vs. Gardner-Webb *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU $vs. Georgetown Belcher s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson Coach Byrd on Keaton Belcher: Keaton made great strides during his freshman year and our staff looks for him to play with even greater confidence this season. He is an unusually good three point shooter for a guy of his size and has great range. Good touch around the basket will make him a threat both inside and out. Development on the defensive end and on the boards will make Keaton a complete player. Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Keaton Belcher: Good size; does his best work on the perimeter. With last year's appearance against Georgetown, Keaton has played in what I think are the two greatest basketball tournaments: the NCAA tourney and the Kentucky Sweet 16. Not everyone can say that. KEATON BELCHER IN POSTSEASON PLAY NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/15/07 Georgetown KEATON BELCHER

30 23 MIKE DEJWOREK SOPHOMORE CENTER ULM, GERMANY MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY A promising big man who has the opportunity for greater playing time in due to graduation of Andrew Preston and Boomer Herndon... Extremely agile for his size : Played in nine games... Scored in three games... Had an assist in NCAA Tournament game vs. Georgetown (3/15/07)... Two points in Atlantic Sun Quarterfinal vs. Gardner-Webb (3/1/07)... Two points vs. Gardner-Webb (2/15/07)... Career-high five points and two rebounds in 13 minutes vs. North Florida (11/30/06)... Also 3-for-4 from free throw line... Worked fellow centers Andrew Preston and Boomer Herndon in practice and provided solid depth MIKE DEJWOREK CAREER HIGHS Points vs. UNF (11/30/06) Rebounds vs. UNF (11/30/06) Assists *1 vs. Georgetown (3/15/07) Blocks N/A Steals N/A FG *1 vs. Gardner-Webb (3/1/07) FGA *1 vs. Campbell (3/2/07) 3FG N/A 3FGA N/A FT vs. UNF (11/30/06) FTA vs. UNF (11/30/06) Minutes vs. UNF (11/30/06) *most recent performance listed Prior to Belmont: As senior, averaged 13.1 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game in leading Mount Pisgah Christian School of Alpharetta, Georgia to a 23-3 record and the program s first-ever GISA AAA State Championship... Earned GISA AAA First Team All-State honors... Coached by legendary coach Joe Marelle, who remarked, Mike is a wonderful student-athlete. His father is a basketball coach as well, so Mike has tremendous instincts and feel for the game. He takes instruction well, and has a great desire to improve. He possesses great potential.... Prior to Mount Pisgah, spent one year at The Steward School in Richmond, Virginia... Earned All-Tournament Team honors in Porter Gaud Holiday Tournament in Charleston, South Carolina... Also member of U-18 German National Team that played in European Championship... Averaged over 15 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks per game for entire high school career. Personal: Majoring in Business Administration... Son of Leopold and Ilona Dejworek... Born July 1, 1987 in Ulm, Germany... Has two siblings, Philip (29) and Nils (12)... Father played professionally and was a member of the Polish National Team, while brother Philip played professionally in Europe after collegiate career at the University of Portland... Also standout tennis player, playing #1 doubles in high school... Lists Tim Duncan as favorite basketball player.

31 23 MIKE DEJWOREK Dejworek s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min/Avg FG-FGA Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-FTA Pct OR-DR Reb Avg PF-FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts/Avg / /1.0 TOTAL / / Game-by-Game Statistics Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-APct O-D-R Avg PF FO A TOB Stl Pts Avg vs. UNC-Wilmington DNP vs. Fordham DNP at IUPUI DNP FISK DNP at MTSU DNP NORTH FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE DNP IUPUI DNP at UALR at Illinois DNP at Michigan State DNP vs. Rice DNP at St. Mary s (CA) DNP at ETSU DNP at Kennesaw State DNP MERCER DNP STETSON DNP LIPSCOMB DNP at Campbell DNP at Gardner-Webb DNP ETSU DNP KENNESAW ST. DNP at Stetson DNP at Mercer at Lipscomb DNP GARDNER-WEBB CAMPBELL at Jacksonville at North Florida DNP *vs. Gardner-Webb *vs. Campbell *vs. ETSU DNP $vs. Georgetown Dejworek s career versus A-Sun Opponents Opp. FG-A Pct. 3FG-A Pct. FT-A Pct. Rebs-Avg A TO Blk Stl Pts-Avg Campbell ETSU FGCU -- Gardner-Webb Jacksonville Kennesaw St Lipscomb Mercer UNF USC Upstate -- Stetson Coach Byrd on Mike Dejworek: With two seniors in front of him, Mike did not get the opportunity to play much in but this season provides him with a great chance to step in and play a pivotal role on our team. Mike is a very good athlete who has good hands and runs the floor extremely well. Continued work on post moves and concentration on becoming a big factor on the boards will make him a real contributor in Voice of the Bruins Kevin Ingram on Mike Dejworek: A new season will mean a new opportunity for Mike, after a reserve role in his first year in a Belmont uniform. With the two big guys gone to graduation, contributions from Mike in the post will be important for this team. MIKE DEJWOREK IN POSTSEASON PLAY NCAA TOURNAMENT Date Opponent GS Min FG-A Pct 3FG-A Pct FT-A Pct O-D-R PF FO A TO B Stl Pts 3/15/07 Georgetown MIKE DEJWOREK