Writing an injured teammate s number on your shoes. A quick huddle before a free throw. Wristbands. Running suicides together for every missed free throw. Setting a pick you ll feel for a week. Acknowledging a great pass. The stale smell of bad road food. Pre-game chants in the tunnel. Nicknames that your fans don t even know. Senior night. Carpooling to practice. Hanging out after the game. Summer league. Cards on the bus. Backside help on defense. An encouraging word during a timeout. A taunt from the bench. A victory dance. JUST DO IT.
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cougar lineup 2006 07 Numerical Roster NO NAME POS HT EXP YR HOMETOWN (HIGH SCHOOL/COLLEGE) 3 Jamie Roupp G 5-9 HS FR Ashland, Ore. (Ashland HS) 10 Nakejia Kelly G 5-7 HS FR Springfield Gardens, N.Y. (Christ the King HS/Notre Dame Prep) 11 Colleen Betteridge G 5-8 HS FR Seattle, Wash. (Chief Sealth HS) 13 Katie Appleton G 5-8 1V SO Big Bear Lake, Calif. (Apple Valley HS) 14 Amanda DuRocher G 5-9 1V SO Spanaway, Wash. (Bethel HS) 15 Alexa Price G 5-8 HS FR Culver City, Calif. (Los Angeles HS) 22 Dani Montgomery G 5-11 2V JR Central Point, Ore. (Crater HS) 23 Marisa Stotler F 6-1 HS FR Chandler, Ariz. (Dobson HS) 24 Adriane Ferguson G 6-0 3V SR Spokane, Wash. (Mead HS) 31 Heather Molzen F/C 6-3 1V SO Lakeside, Calif. (El Capitan HS) 32 Kate Benz F 6-2 3V SR Portland, Ore. (Central Catholic HS) 34 Ebonee Coates C 6-4 1V SO Tacoma, Wash. (Curtis HS) 55 Sabrina Shired C 6-4 1V RS-SO Petaluma, Calif. (Casa Grande HS) HEAD COACH: Sherri Murrell (Merl) (Pepperdine, 1991) 5th Year. ASSOCIATE HEAD COACHES: Mark Lewis (Southern Mississippi, 1982) 5th Year; Lisa Fisher (Boise State, 1995) 5th Year. ASSISTANT COACH: Tara Sanchez (Indiana, 2002) 2nd Year. DIRECTOR OF BASKETBALL OPERATIONS: Scott Moore (Washington State, 2004) 2nd Year. Pronounciation Guide Roster By State 2005 06 Honors Sherri Murrell [Merl] Dani Montgomery [Danny] Amanda DuRocher [Dew-row-sure] Sabrina Shired [Shaw-red] Nakejia Kelly [Nuh-keyzh-uh] Jamie Roupp [Rupe] 18 cougar women s basketball Arizona (1) Marisa Stotler - Chandler California (4) Katie Appleton Big Bear Lake Heather Molzen - Lakeside Alexa Price - Culver City Sabrina Shired - Petaluma New York (1) Nakejia Kelly Springfield Gardens Oregon (3) Kate Benz Portland Dani Montgomery Central Point Jamie Roupp Ashland Washington (4) Colleen Betteridge Seattle Ebonee Coates Tacoma Amanda DuRocher Spanaway Adriane Ferguson Spokane Kate Benz: All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention, 2005-06 Pac-10 Rebounding Leader (9.1 rpg), Pac-10 All-Academic First Team, Pac-10 Player of the Week (Feb. 13-19, 2006), All-Tournament Team (Wahine Classic, Honolulu). Amanda DuRocher: All-Pac-10 Freshman Honorable Mention Adriane Ferguson: Pac-10 All-Academic Second Team Dani Montgomery: Pac-10 All-Academic Honorable Mention
tv/radio roster 3 Jamie Roupp G 5-9 FR Ashland, Ore. 10 Nakejia Kelly G 5-7 FR Springfield Gardens, N.Y. 11 Colleen Betteridge G 5-8 FR Seattle, Wash. 13 Katie Appleton G 5-8 SO Big Bear Lake, Calif. 14 Amanda DuRocher G 5-9 SO Spanaway, Wash. 15 Alexa Price G 5-8 FR Culver City, Calif. 22 Dani Montgomery G 5-11 JR Central Point, Ore. 23 Marisa Stotler F 6-1 FR Chandler, Ariz. 24 Adriane Ferguson G 6-0 SR Spokane, Wash. 34 Ebonee Coates C 6-4 SO Tacoma, Wash. 31 Heather Molzen F/C 6-3 SO Lakeside, Calif. 55 Sabrina Shired C 6-4 RS-SO Petaluma, Calif. 32 Kate Benz F 6-2 SR Portland, Ore. Sherri Murrell Head Coach cougar women s basketball 19
20 cougar women s basketball cougar profiles 32 Kate Benz Forward 6-2 Senior Portland, Ore. (Central Catholic HS) BENZ S WSU CAREER and 10 defensive boards before fouling out with 3:15 left recorded third double-double of the season with 20 JUNIOR (2005-06): All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention selection earned Pac-10 All-Academic first team honors co- points and 10 rebounds against UCLA (Feb. 8) marked third double-double in a five-game span tied for seventh captain of team with junior teammate Adriane Ferguson in the Pac-10 in that category point total against UCLA defended Pac-10 regular season rebounding title in 2005-06 was a season-high averaged a double-double of 13 points with a 9.2 average started all 28 games earned Pac-10 and 10 rebounds in two games at the Oregon schools Player of the Week honors for the week of Feb. 20, becoming the first Cougar in nine years to garner award also led (Feb. 12 & 14) recorded a game-high 17 points and BENZ S WSU CAREER HIGHS added nine rebounds at Oregon (Feb. 12) two days later, the conference in defensive rebounds (6.44/game)...with pulled down a game-high 11 rebounds and chipped in MIN: 40 at Saint Mary s, 11/26/0 689 career rebounds, Benz became fourth all-time in school nine points at Oregon State scored 14 points and pulled FGM: 10 vs. Boise St., 11/19/0 history tallied seven double-doubles, increasing career total down 11 rebounds at Stanford (Jan. 31) turned in first to 18 posted a career high 24 points against Arizona (Jan. FGA: 19 vs UCLA, 2/7/04 double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds against UW 28), pulling down 11 rebounds for the fourth double-double 3FGM: 3 (4 Times) at Stanford, 2/25/06* (Jan. 24) in conference games only, averaged 9.5 points a of the season posted third double-double of season with game ranked among the top 10 in the Pac-10 in four categories: rebounds (sixth), offensive rebounds (2.57/game, 3FGA: 5 (3 Times) vs. UCLA, 1/12/06 11 points and 11 rebounds at Arizona, Dec. 29 became FTM: 9 vs. Oregon, 1/17/04 third player in school history to record a 20-rebound game sixth), defensive rebounds (4.07/game, 10th) and blocks with 21 rebounds versus Idaho State, Nov. 27 9.9 points FTA: 12 (Twice) vs. Pepperdine, 11/20/05* (.57, 10th) second on team with 1.3 steals a game. per game average was second on team. REB: 21 vs. Idaho State, 11/26/05 ASST: 4 (3 Times) vs. Idaho State, 11/26/05* BLKS: 3 vs. Arizona State, 12/27/04 STLS: 3 (5 Times) vs. St. Mary s., 11/20/05* PTS: 24 vs. Arizona, 1/28/06 *indicates most recent occurrence Kate Benz enjoys a shake from Ferdinand s, the retail outlet for the WSU Creamery. Ferdinand s menu consists of ice cream products produced in the creamery with milk from WSU s own dairy herd. Ferdinand s also sells the creamery s award winning Cougar Cheese products with Cougar Gold being the most famous. Ferdinand s facility includes an observation room where creamery visitors can watch the cheese making process. SOPHOMORE (2004-05): All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention All-Pac-10 Academic First Team CoSIDA Academic All-District VIII First Team first Cougar to lead the Pac-10 in rebounding with a 9.1 rebounds per game average 15 double-digit scoring games and 11 double-digit rebounding efforts ended the season fifth on the school s single-season rebounding list with 254 rebounds started all 28 games posted a double-double with a career-high 23 points along with 11 rebounds in the win over Boise State (Nov. 19) tallied second consecutive double-double of season, with 11 points and 12 rebounds against Eastern Washington (Dec. 18) recorded double-digits in rebounds in four consecutive games from Dec. 18-29, averaging 12.5 rebounds over the four-game stretch posted fourth double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds vs. USC (Jan. 9) recorded fifth and sixth double-doubles of season against Oregon (Jan. 15; 11 points-10 rebounds) and Oregon State (Jan 13; 16 points-14 rebounds) tied a season high 15 rebounds and scored 10 points to post eight double-double of the season against No. 4 Stanford. FRESHMAN (2003-04): All-Pac-10 Freshman Honorable Mention selection led team in rebounds (6.7/game) and was second in scoring (8.8 points/game) sixth in the conference in rebounds pulled down 19 rebounds against San Diego State (Dec. 22) tying for sixth on the school s all-time list for rebounds in a game tallied nine offensive BENZ S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Played for Coach Sandy Dickerson at Central Catholic member of team that posted a 24-2 record as a SOPHOMORE as a JUNIOR earned first team All-Mt. Hood Conference earned Oregonian Player of the Game honors at the State Tournament team finished fourth at state second team all-tournament at the Lake Oswego Shootout averaged 15.9 points and 12.7 rebounds a contest as a SENIOR 2002 Wendy s Heisman Award nominee and a 2003 McDonald s All- American nominee garnered Mt. Hood Conference Player of the Year honors received first-team All-State accolades first team All-Mt. Hood Conference selection selected to the Oregon State All-Tournament First Team participated in the Northwest Shootout, an annual game featuring Oregon and Washington allstars, where she played against WSU teammate Adriane Ferguson. PERSONAL Katelyn Ann Benz born March 4, 1985 parents Tom and Diane sisters Elizabeth and Stefanie and brother Joseph loves coffee, fashion and Pullman...editor of high school newspaper persuing a double major in communication and history with a minor in art history. BENZ YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2004 28-28 246-8.8 93-218.427 13-44.295 47-77.610 72 115 187 6.7 82 33 55 16 35 773 2005 28-28 292-10.4 110-256.430 22-77.286 50-63.794 70 184 254 9.1 85 28 66 16 29 892 2006 28-28 278-9.9 91-233.391 20-37.299 76-102.745 75 255 255 9.1 85 43 66 17 27 878 Career 84-84 816-9.7 294-707.416 55-188.293 173-242.715 217 479 696 8.3 252 104 187 49 27 2543
I have played basketball with Kate for three years, and there isn t anyone I love playing with more. She is a leader, a competitor, a great teammate and mostly my friend who I will have forever. Adriane Ferguson Kate has been an inspiration for me from the first time I met #32 Kate Benz her. She sets the bar very high for me as a post and I continue to learn from her. Heather Molzen Kate is such a leader on and off the floor which is a good thing because her work ethic is so contagious. Teammates cant help but to follow her. She is always in the right spot at the right time for rebounds and if she s, not she finds a way to get there. Kate has an extremely funny sense of humor. If that doesn t get you smiling, then her laugh will definitely have you rolling. Amanda DuRocher
cougar profiles 24 adriane ferguson Guard 6-0 Senior Spokane, Wash. (Mead HS) FERGUSON S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 37 (Twice) vs. Valparaiso, 12/21/04* FGM: 8 at Nebraska, 11/22/04 FGA: 18 at UCLA, 2/6/05 3FGM: 6 at Nebraska, 11/22/04 3FGA: 10 vs. UCLA, 1/7/05 FTM: 8 at USC, 1/11/04 FTA: 10 at USC, 1/11/04 REB: 9 (Twice) vs. St. Mary s, 11/20/05 ASST: 3 (Twice) at Oregon, 1/15/05* BLKS: 3 vs UCLA, 2/7/04 STLS: 3 at Utah, 12/13/03 PTS: 26 at Nebraska, 11/22/04 *indicates most recent occurrence Adriane Ferguson stands by the victory bell in front of the Lewis Alumni Center. In the late 1800 s, the bell was mounted on the ground in the center of campus where it rang to start and dismiss classes. Today, a member of the Student Alumni Connection rings it after a WSU football victory. 22 cougar women s basketball FERGUSON S WSU CAREER JUNIOR (2005-06): Pac-10 All-Academic second team selection co-captain with fellow junior Kate Benz returned to action Jan. 19 at Oregon after missing 12 games with a broken right fifth (pinky) finger sustained against Idaho State on Nov. 26 made four starts in four appearances prior to injury scored five points against USC (Feb. 11) team-high 12-points and nine-rebound performance against St. Mary s (Nov. 20) averaged 3.6 points and 2.9 rebounds in 16 games played. SOPHOMORE (2004-05): CoSIDA Academic All-District VIII Second Team Pac-10 All-Academic Honorable Mention saw action in 27 games, starting 26 scored in double figures in 14 games eighth in the Pac-10 in 3-point field goals made second on team averaging 9.6 points a game earned all-tournament team selection at Hilton Concord Thanksgiving Classic sat out season-opening Boise State game with a concussion in first game of the year at Nebraska (Nov. 22) scored a career-high 26 points, 19 coming in the first half converted a career-high six 3-pointers against the Huskers tying her for sixth on the school s all-time list in single-game 3-point field goals made with seven other players second-best career point total with 19 points at UCLA (Feb. 6) scored a game-high 16 points against UW (Jan. 22). FRESHMAN (2003-04): Played in 26 games, starting 18 hit double-digits in scoring six times scored a season-high 15 points vs. Arizona State (Feb. 28) tallied 13 point games twice (San Diego State, Dec. 22; at USC, Jan. 11) pulled down a season-high eight rebounds twice (Nebraska, Dec. 4; at USC, Jan. 11) averaged 5.7 points and 3.3 rebounds a game averaged 8.8 points in the last five games played did not play at Oregon schools (Feb. 12 & 14) recovering from the effects of a concussion. FERGUSON S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER First player from the Greater Spokane League to choose WSU since 1985 four-year letterwinner in basketball at Mead High School for Coach Beth Wing became second freshman to play varsity basketball in school history averaged over 20 minutes a game during FRESHMAN season for a team that finished at the top of the Greater Spokane League earned first team All- GSL honors as a SOPHOMORE marking only the sixth time that a sophomore earned a first team selection in GSL history second team All-State 4A Tournament selected as MVP and best offensive player of team team s leading rebounder and free throw shooter as a JUNIOR averaged 15.2 points per game, which was third best in the GSL first team All-GSL averaged nine rebounds and four blocks a contest shot 39 percent from three-point territory to lead team MVP of Idaho- Washington All-Star Game averaged 15.4 points a game as a SENIOR garnered team MVP honors after averaging 16.9 points and nine rebounds a game led team to GSL Divisional Championship earned All-GSL third year in a row all-area and All-State selection garnered Seattle Times Class 4A Player of the Week honors after scoring 22 points against Roosevelt selected to the Associated Press 4A All-State First Team participated in the Northwest Shootout, an annual game featuring Oregon and Washington all-stars, where she played against WSU teammate Kate Benz finished career third on GSL s all-time scoring list McDonald s All-American Nominee. PERSONAL Adriane Renee Ferguson born May 27, 1984 at Colville, Wash. parents Bill and Karen brother Cody and sister Courtney father played professional football with the NFL s New York Jets (1973-75) and CFL s Winnipeg Blue Bombers sister played basketball for UC Irvine started for the Spokane Stars AAU team during the summer of 2002 and averaged 8.1 points for a squad that compiled a 33-6 record played for Stars team that finished second at nationals in summer of 2000.traveled to Spain in May of 2005 as a member of Athletes in Action team that toured the country. FERGUSON YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2004 26-18 148-5.7 49-136.360 12-29.414 38-47.809 24 63 87 3.3 54 25 53 13 21 574 2005 27-26 257-9.5 88-246.358 40-120.333 41-52.788 35 67 102 3.8 53 18 40 5 15 798 2006 16-4 58-3.6 19-72.264 3-27.111 17-27.630 22 24 43 2.9 20 15 13 0 2 324 Career 69-48 463-6.7 156-454.344 55-176.313 96-126.762 81 154 235 3.4 127 58 106 18 38 1696
It seems like just yesterday we were the rookies, and now Adriane and I are seniors! After three years in the Pac-10, I still think Adriane has one of the best looking jump shots around and her wonderful ability of grabbing rebounds from the guard position makes her exceptionally valuable, in my opinion. Adriane is a truly sincere person with enough love in her heart for every human being. Kate Benz Ado is an awesome shooter because once she starts, she just can t stop hitting. #24 Adriane Ferguson Every now and then, she ll even bank a three but, I guess that s expected because it is Ado after all. She is a great listener and will always offer a good opinion on both sides of the issue. Ebonee Coates The experience and the senior leadership that Ado has are essential ingredients for our team. She has great court sense and always knows where to be offensively and defensively. Her unique personality and the genuine care and respect that she shows for others make her an ideal teammate. Katie Appleton
cougar profiles 22 dani montgomery Guard 5-11 Junior Central Point, Ore. (Crater HS) MONTGOMERY S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 28 at Oregon, 1/15/05 FGM: 6 vs. Idaho State., 11/26/05 FGA: 11 at Oregon, 1/15/05 3FGM: 1 at Oregon State, 1/21/06 3FGA: 1 (3 Times) vs. Oregon, 2/18/06 FTM: 7 vs. Cal, 1/27/05 FTA: 9 vs. Cal, 1/27/05 REB: 6 at Oregon State, 1/13/05 ASST: 3 (3 Times) vs. Arizona, 1/28/06* BLKS: 1 vs. Cal State Northridge, 11/27/05 STLS: 2 (3 Times) at Oregon, 1/15/05* PTS: 12 vs. Oregon State., 11/26/05 *indicates most recent occurrence 24 cougar women s basketball MONTGOMERY S WSU CAREER SOPHOMORE (2005-06): Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention honoree appeared in 26 games, starting six averaged 3.6 points per game and shot.370 from the field pulled down 44 rebounds for a 1.7 average bested previous career-high of eight points (vs. Portland in 2004) with 12 points against Idaho State Nov. 26 made 6-of-9 field goals against the Bengals scored 10 points versus Washington, Jan. 7 pulled down a season-best five rebounds at UCLA, Feb. 9 broke right hand during opening moments of game at California, Feb. 23. FRESHMAN (2004-05): Saw action in 24 games, starting three averaged 3.1 points and 1.7 rebounds a game missed final three games with a right high ankle sprain that occurred in the first half of UW game (Feb. 19) scored a season-high 11 points in the win over Cal (Jan. 27) tallied six points and five rebounds playing a season-high 28 minutes against the Ducks posted a season-high six rebounds at Oregon State (Jan. 13)...scored eight points against Portland State (Dec. 3) scored seven points vs. UCLA (Jan. 7) grabbed five rebounds against Tenn-Chattanooga (Nov. 27). MONTGOMERY S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Played for coach Scott Dipple at Crater High School lettered in basketball as a FRESHMAN as a SOPHO- MORE at Bend High named Oregon Trail All-Defensive Player named first team SOC as a JUNIOR set school mark in 3-point percentage named all-tournament selection at the Sierra Shootout set team bests in total rebounds, offensive rebounds and most offensive boards in a game also selected SOC third team in volleyball and track named second team All-State as a SENIOR led Crater to the Southern Oregon Conference (SOC) championship and was named the league s player of the year... averaged 14.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.1 steals for the Comets, who won the SOC with a 13-1 record and a 19-7 overall mark posted the first triple-double in school history -- and the first in 22 years in Oregon 4A competition -- against North Medford recording 13 points, 11 boards and 10 assists was a 2004 McDonald s All-American nominee participated in the Northwest Shootout, an annual game featuring Oregon and Washington all-stars. PERSONAL Danielle Leigh Montgomery born December 19, 1985 at San Dimas, Calif parents Dale and Tosha sister Dasha.enjoys dancing and watching movies. Dani Montgomery stands in the television studio in Murrow Hall, part of the Edward R. Murrow School of Communication, a program highly regarded nationwide by educators and professionals alike. The Edward R. Murrow School of Communication facilities include television production studios and TV editing suites, a radio station and radio/audio labs, and a state-of the-art news production/broadcast lab with NewStar computer system. MONTGOMERY YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2005 24-3 74-3.1 25-75.333 0-1.000 24-41.585 17 23 40 1.7 34 8 24 0 10 278 2006 26-6 94-3.6 34-92.370 2-5.400 24-29.828 22 22 44 1.7 36 21 24 2 11 354 Career 50-9 168-3.4 59-167.353 2-6.333 48-70.686 39 45 84 1.7 70 29 48 2 21 632
Dani is spunky and unique. Her game is aggressive and she can think well on her feet. I love her spontaneity and see her as a leader. - Sabrina Shired Dani and I guard each other everyday, and she challenges me to become better at my position. In my book, she wins the hustler award. In fact, it is not unheard of that when Dani see s a loose ball while #22 Dani Montgomery walking to class, she can t help but to sacrifice her body and dive for it. That is why we love her, because she is fearless. Adriane Ferguson
cougar profiles APPLETON S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 39 (Twice) at Washington, 2/5/06* FGM: 6 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FGA: 13 at Oregon State, 1/21/06 3FGM: 4 vs. Pepperdine, 11/18/05 3FGA: 9 vs. CS Northridge, 11/27/05 FTM: 5 (Twice) vs. Arizona, 1/28/06* FTA: 6 (Twice) vs. Arizona, 1/28/06* REB: 6 (Twice) vs. Arizona, 1/28/06* ASST: 5 (Twice) at Washington, 2/5/06* BLKS: 1 (Twice) at Oregon, 1/21/06* STLS: 4 (Twice) vs. USC, 1/12/06* PTS: 20 at Boise State, 12/4/05 *indicates most recent occurrence 26 cougar women s basketball APPLETON S WSU CAREER FRESHMAN (2005-06): One of three Cougars to appear in all 28 contests started 25 games as a true freshman shot.373 from beyond the arc, ranking her seventh in the Pac-10 eighth in conference in 3-point field goals made per game (1.79) knocked down 50 treys, combining with fellow freshman Amanda DuRocher (50) to set freshman 3-pointers in a season standard at 100 previous total of 91 set in 1996-97 (Smith-69; Ludwicki-22).pulled down 91 rebounds and grabbed 36 steals in first season at WSU averaged 8.5 points per game posted double-digit points 11 times throughout the season scored a career high 20 points at Boise State (12/4/05) had a season high seven rebounds against Cal State Northridge (12/2/05) dished out a season high five assists twice (at E. Washington, 1/3/06; at Washington, 12/5/06). APPLETON S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Four-year letterwinner at Apple Valley playing for coach Rob Martin averaged at least 11 points and six rebounds a game in each of her last three seasons as a FRESHMAN averaged 6.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.4 steals a game for a team that posted a 24-6 record, captured the Mojave River League championship and advanced to the State playoffs as a SOPHOMORE averaged 11.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.2 steals and 5.1 assists a game in leading team to a 21-6 record including a perfect 8-0 mark in league play earned league s player of the year honor and an All-CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Southern Section First Team honor set school record for most assists in a game with 14 as a JUNIOR averaged 11 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.2 steals and 5.1 assists a game earned league first team accolades and another CIF Southern Section First Team honor as a SENIOR earned third CIF Southern Section First Team honor averaged 14.6 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 3.5 steals a game.also four-year letterwinner in volleyball starting setter on team each year. katie appleton 13Guard 5-8 Sophomore Big Bear Lake, Calif. (Apple Valley HS) PERSONAL Katie Jo Appleton born January 10, 1987 at Big Bear Lake, Calif parents Jim & Chirs brothers Kevin and twin Keith sister Holly enjoys volleyball, all water sports, fishing and coaching youth basketball threetime recipient of the California Governor s Scholar Award Wendy s High School Heisman Award State finalist (2004) plans to pursue a degree in sport management. Katie Appleton stands in the WSU Veteran s Memorial, which honors military veteran alumni, faculty and staff who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Behind her is the new addition for the Murrow School of Communication. The 12.7 million dollar project opened in spring of 2004. ABC s Keith Jackson and Barry Serafin as well as the school s namesake, Edward R. Murrow, are just few of the notable graduates from WSU in broadcasting and communication. APPLETON YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2006 28-25 238-8.5 78-232.336 50-134.373 32-46.696 19 72 91 3.3 48 59 98 2 36 869
I love playing side-by-side with Katie on the floor. I know she has my back and she is always good for a three. Her work ethic is unmatched and she is a competitor. #1 3 K a t i e A p p l e t o n She finds a way. She s so much fun and is always up for a good road trip, especially to Montana to go fishing. Amanda DuRocher Kappy is one of the most determined individuals I ve ever met. She is constantly trying to improve on every aspect of her game to further our program. Dani Montgomery
cougar profiles 34 ebonee coates Center 6-3 Sophomore Tacoma, Wash. (Curtis HS) COATES WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 30 vs. Pepperdine, 11/18/05 FGM: 5 vs. Arizona State, 1/26/06 FGA: 7 at Oregon, 1/19/06 FTM: 2 vs. UCLA, 1/14/06 FTA: 5 vs. Pepperdine, 11/18/05 REB: 12 vs. St. Mary s, 11/20/05 ASST: 2 (Twice) vs. CS Northridge, 11/27/05* BLKS: 4 vs. Pepperdine, 11/18/05 STLS: 2 at Arizona State, 12/31/05 PTS: 10 vs. Arizona State, 1/26/06 *indicates most recent occurrence 28 cougar women s basketball COATES WSU CAREER FRESHMAN (2005-06): Had five starts and appeared in all 28 games for Washington State as a true freshman one of only three Cougars to appear in all games last season pulled down 87 rebounds and posted 22 blocks shot.444 percent from the field to average 2.6 points per game recorded eight rebounds and four blocks against Pepperdine in home opener Nov. 18 first career double-digit scoring game came against Arizona State, Jan. 26, with 10 points pulled down a career-high 12 rebounds against St. Mary s Nov. 20. COATES HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Three-year letterwinner and starter at Curtis High School playing for coach Mark Salzman spent FRESHMAN year at Curtis Junior High School scored 723 points in three-year career at Curtis HS averaged 11.4 points and 10.8 rebounds as a SOPHOMORE blocked 36 shots as a JUNIOR named MVP of the South Puget Sound League All-Star game averaged 9.3 points and 10.2 rebounds a game leading her team to a 21-5 overall record and captured the SPSL South (South Puget Sound League) championship earned SPSL South First Team honors blocked 55 shots played as a member of the USA West team that won every game at the 2004 USA Basketball Women s Youth Developmental Festival averaged 11.3 points as a SENIOR leading team to 19-5 overall record repeated SPSL South First Team accolades named as a Top 100 Seniors by Blue Star Index Street & Smith Honorable Mention...2005 McDonald s All-American finalist. PERSONAL Ebonee Madeline Coates born August 12, 1987 at Tacoma, Wash parents Ronald & Rose enjoys shopping, watching movies and reading plans to pursue a degree in communication. Ebonee Coates pauses at the walkway of the Holland Library Plaza. Views from the walkway include the picturesque rolling hills of the Palouse to the north, the forested green landscape of Idaho s Moscow Mountain to the east and the city of Pullman to the west. COATES YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2006 28-5 73-2.6 32-72.444 0-0.000 9-26.346 31 56 87 3.1 62 9 44 22 4 385
People haven t begun to see the talent that Ebonee possesses on the court. She is a fantastic natural born athlete. She always puts smiles on our faces wherever we go with her girly self. Heather Molzen #34 Ebonee Coates Ebonee brings athleticism down low and can dominate opponents. She is one of the funniest people on our team even when she doesn t mean to be. She ll often catch you off gaurd with her funny personality and flash you one of her radiant smiles. Adriane Ferguson
cougar profiles 14 amanda durocher Guard 5-9 Sophomore Spanaway, Wash. (Bethel HS) DUROCHER S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 38 at Washington, 2/5/06 FGM: 7 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FGA: 17 at Boise State, 12/4/05 3FGM: 5 at Boise State, 12/4/05 3FGA: 13 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FTM: 6 at Washington, 2/5/06 FTA: 9 at Washington, 2/5/06 REB: 6 at Washington, 2/5/06 ASST: 5 at California, 2/23/06 BLKS: 1 vs. UCLA, 1/14/06 STLS: 2 (5 Times) at California, 2/23/06* PTS: 20 (Twice) at Washington, 2/5/06* *indicates most recent occurrence 30 cougar women s basketball DUROCHER S WSU CAREER FRESHMAN (2005-06): Earned All Pac-10 Freshman Honorable Mention honors started 18 games as a true freshman knocked down 50 treys, combining with fellow freshman Katie Appleton (50) to set freshman 3-pointers in a season standard at 100 previous total of 91 set in 1996-97 (Smith-69; Ludwicki-22) ranked seventh Pac-10 in 3-pointers made (1.85/game) averaged 8.2 points per game and shot.323 from the field totaled 24 assists and 20 steals season posted 13 double-digit scoring efforts put up a career-high 20 points twice, at UCLA, Jan. 14, and at Washington, Feb. 5 pulled down seven rebounds against Arizona State, Jan. 26 totaled five assists at California, Feb. 23. DUROCHER S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Three-year letterwinner at Bethel High School playing for coach John Ainslie finished career as the school s all-time 3-point leader led Bethel in points and steals during each of her three years with the Braves spent FRESHMAN year at Frontier Junior High in Graham, Wash as a SOPHOMORE earned second team All-SPSL accolades as a JUNIOR earned SPSL (South Puget Sound League) first team honors as she averaged 18 points a game Tacoma News-Tribune All-Area Second Team as a SENIOR named the SPSL South co-mvp averaged 17 points a game leading Bethel to a 23-4 record, including an undefeated mark in league play en route to a SPSL South championship.named to the 2005 Tacoma News Tribune Second Team All-Area squad and a Seattle P-I Winter All-Star. PERSONAL Amanda DuRocher born December 21, 1986, at Puyallup, Wash parents John and Corrina brother Johnny plays football at the University of Washington uncle Jim Nicholl is a WSU alumnus ( 85) enjoys camping, fishing and movies.named first team All-SPSL in soccer three times in her high school career.was a two-time All-State second team selection and was named as the Seattle P-I All-Star goalkeeper in 2003 plans to pursue a degree in education with an emphasis in history. Amanda DuRocher stands by the Indoor Practice Facility. The facility features a full-sized football/ soccer field, a six-lane 200m track and an eightlane 60m sprint track. The climate-controlled facility features an air-supported roof which reaches nearly seven stories high in the center, 131 yards long and 73 yards wide. DUROCHER YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2006 27-18 221-8.2 72-223.323 50-163.307 27-41.659 17 43 60 2.2 68 24 42 1 20 642
#14 Amanda DuRocher Amanda s friendly and outgoing personality will take her to the top. You can see her tenacity on and off the court. She is totally focused on the court and plays through pain and injury. Sabrina Shired Duey has one of the sweetest outside shots I ve ever seen! She is such a scrappy player and she comes up with nearly every loose ball. Her quick wit, sense of humor, and genuine love for life are unsurpassed. Katie Appleton
cougar profiles heather molzen 31Forward/Center 6-3 Sophomore Lakeside, Calif. (El Capitan HS) MOLZEN S WSU CAREER FRESHMAN (2005-06): Appeared in 17 contests for the Cougars as a true freshman totaled 28 rebounds, six blocks and four steals for the season scored three points in two minutes against Stanford, Feb. 25 recorded two blocks against St. Mary s, Nov. 20 pulled down seven rebounds at Hawaii, Nov 25. PERSONAL Heather Lee Molzen born March 30, 1987 at Los Angeles, Calif parents David & Vickie brother Jonathan enjoys shopping, baking and reading plans to pursue a degree in nutrition. MOLZEN S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 16 vs. St. Mary s, 11/20/05 FGM: 2 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FGA: 4 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FTM: 2 vs. Oregon State, 3/3/06* FTA: 6 at Arizona, 12/29/05 REB: 7 at Hawaii, 11/25/05 ASST: 1 (5 Times) at Stanford, 2/25/06* BLKS: 2 vs. St. Mary s, 11/20/05 STLS: 1 (3 Times) vs. USC, 1/12/06* PTS: 4 at Boise State, 12/4/05 *indicates most recent occurrence 32 cougar women s basketball MOLZEN S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Four-year letterwinner and starter playing for coach Darin Curtis at El Capitan High School as a FRESH- MAN earned third team All-Grossmont North League member of team that advanced to the CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Division II semifinals earned first team all-league honors and All-East County as a SOPHOMORE named second team All-CIF Division II member of team that was runner-up CIF Division II repeated first team All-Grossmont North League and All-East County accolades as a JUNIOR averaged 15.7 points and 14.9 rebounds a game captain of team that compiled 29-4 record and advanced to the CIF Division II semifinals named to the San Diego Union-Tribune All-Academic Team and was also earned Union-Tribune Athlete of the Week accolades averaged 18.4 points and 11.2 rebounds a game as a SENIOR led East County in field goal percentage at 61.4 percent (212- of-345) and blocks (3.1/game) named to third straight All-Grossmont North League and All-East County First Teams named first team All-CIF Division II repeated San Diego Union-Tribune All-Academic Team honor. Heather Molzen pauses at the recently constructed Library Road. The road, which runs through the heart of campus, was transformed from an existing vehicular road into a pedestrian walkway and gathering place. Library Road is the most recent addition to the considerable number of walkways and malls on the WSU campus. The goal of the project was to create a place unique to WSU. MOLZEN YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2006 17-0 23-1.4 8-23.348 0-0.000 7-27.259 12 16 28 1.6 19 5 20 6 4 120
#31 Heather Molzen Heather is an extremely hard worker and very, very strong. She sets the best screens and I m really happy that we are teammates so I dont have to get rocked by her. Off the floor, Heather is always up for a good mall trip and has an accersorizing eye to help out anyone. Amanda DuRocher Heather has stepped her game up tremendously. She is going to be a big asset for our team on the court and by helping us with our outfits off the court. Dani Montgomery
cougar profiles sabrina shired 55Center 6-4 RS-Sophomore Petaluma, Calif. (Casa Grande HS) SHIRED S WSU CAREER HIGHS MIN: 16 at Minnesota, 12/10/05 FGM: 3 (Twice) at Stanford, 2/25/06* FGA: 5 (3 Times) at Boise State, 12/4/05* FTM: 3 at Boise State, 12/4/05 FTA: 6 at Boise State, 12/4/05 REB: 5 (Twice) at Oregon State, 1/21/06* ASST: 1 at Boise State, 12/4/05 BLKS: 2 vs. Pepperdine, 11/18/05 STLS: 1 vs. Oregon State, 3/3/o6 PTS: 9 at Boise State, 12/4/05 *indicates most recent occurrence 34 cougar women s basketball SHIRED S WSU CAREER RS-FRESHMAN (2005-06): Appeared in 20 contest for the Cougars, including first career start at Minnesota, Dec. 10 posted 31 rebounds and seven blocks for the season averaged 2.0 points per game put up a career-high 9 points and pulled down five rebounds at Boise State, Dec. 4 scored six points on 3-of-4 shooting at Stanford, Feb. 5 tied career-high with five rebounds and tallied five points at Oregon State, Jan. 21. SHIRED S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Four-year letterwinner playing for coach Dan Sack at Casa Grande High School comes to WSU from Santa Rosa Junior College and Casa Grande High School (Petaluma, Calif.) due to NCAA transfer rules, was unable to play last spring but did practice with the team as a FRESHMAN earned Sonoma County League Freshman of the Year honors and was selected as the California Intercollegiate Federation Woman of the Year in 2001. as a SOPHOMORE averaged 12 points, 19 rebounds and six blocks a contest.as a JUNIOR at Casa Grande, averaged 15 points, 16 rebounds and four blocks in leading her team to the playoffs reached season game highs of points (18) and rebounds (19) averaged 17 points, 18 rebounds and six blocks a game as a SENIOR once again team advanced to playoffs San Francisco Chronicle s All-Bay Area Honorable Mention. PERSONAL Sabrina E. Shired born August 23, 1985, at Petaluma, Calif parents Sidney and Eileen brothers Sidney and Shane participated in the adidas All-Star Camp and the Triple Threat Basketball Club in the summer of 2003 enjoys swimming, camping, music and reading plans to pursue a degree in communication. With the WSU campus and the city of Pullman serving as a backdrop, Sabrina Shired stands on the roof of the Webster Physical Sciences Building. Standing at 14 stories high, the Webster Physical Sciences Building offers a panoramic view of the Palouse. The building houses the Department of Geology, the Department of Physics and the Lyle and Lela Jacklin Geology Collection, which contains more than 1,700 specimens of solidified wood and minerals, collected by the Jacklin family from key sites in the United States. SHIRED YEAR BY YEAR 3-PT FG YEAR GP-GS PTS-AVG FGM-FGA PCT FGM-FGA PCT FTM-FTA PCT OR DR TR AVG PF A TO BS ST MIN 2006 20-1 39-2.0 16-38.421 0-0.000 7-15.467 14 17 31 1.6 18 1 12 7 1 123
outstanding characteristics. During the off-season, I ve noticed the greatest leap in improvement for Sabrina, and her dedication to being the best she can be is contagious. Sabrina has a sixth sense for knowing when people need a pick-me-up, and her back-rubs always do the trick. Kate Benz #55 Sabrina Shired Sabrina is one of the hardest workers on our team, and her determination is one of her most Sabrina is a great encourager on the court. She is a diligent worker and is an awesome shooting partner. Sabs is an excellent listener as well and she will always offer the best advice that she can. Ebonee Coates
Murrell on Betteridge... Colleen is a great ball handler and has one of the toughest crossovers moves around. She sees the floor exceptionally cougar profiles 11 Guard BETTERIDGE S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Earned three varsity letters in basketball, two at Redmond High and one at Chief Sealth High In 2001, attended the 16 and under Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National Championship in Lafayette, La voted Redmond Select MVP in 2001 FRESHMAN year, Evergreen Junior High team placed second in KingCo League SOPHOMORE year, earned All-KingCo honorable mention accolades averaged 11.7 points and 3.9 assists as a JUNIOR, earned All-KingCo second team honors attended the 2004-05 Reebok All Game Sports All-American Camp and was selected as an honorable mention All-American by Street & Smith s named Eastside Journal Athlete of the Week SENIOR year, led the USA Today s ninth ranked CSHS team to an undefeated season (29-0) averaged 11 points, 6 assists and 2 steals per outing played in all-city Ladies of the Hardwood All-Star game McDonald s All-American nominee. Colleen Betteridge 5-9 Freshman Bellevue, Wash. (Chief Sealth HS) well and reads her teammates like a seasoned veteran. Her understanding of the game makes her passing something special to see. She is an exciting player that Cougar fans are really going to have fun watching. 36 cougar women s basketball PERSONAL Born November 11, 1987 at Bellevue, Wash father Clive and mother Yolanda brother James enjoys drawing and music four-year member of the National Honor Society maintained a cumulative prep GPA of 3.9 received the Presidential Education Achievement Award was CSHS 2005-06 Girls Basketball Scholar Athlete of the Year interested in pursuing a degree in psychology at WSU. Betteridge s parents Clive and WSU is by far one of the most Yolonda on WSU... wonderful things that could have happened to our daughter. The university has a reputation for scholastic and athletic programs that produce some of the most successful young adults. Washington State gives my daughter the opportunity to get a great education and to accomplish her dream of playing in the Pac-10. We couldn t be more proud and thankful.
Colleen Betteridge takes advantage of the many nutrition options provided by the Cougar Fitness Café (CFC), part of the recently renovated WSU Northside Marketplace dining facility. The Cougar Fitness Cafe features an all-you-care-to-eat menu format with high carbohydrate, low fat, and high fiber menu choices. The CFC features two 42 flat-screen televisions, serves ten meals per week and, in addition to many items listed on the cycle menu, features a self service salad bar, a self service deli bar and a complete selection of beverages including sport drinks. #11 Colleen Betteridge Betteridge on WSU... I chose Washington State because everyone involved has a passion for excellence on and off the court. The coaching staff is great and they truly care about their players.
cougar profiles 10 Nakejia Kelly Point Guard 5-7 Freshman Springfield Gardens, N.Y. (Christ the King HS/Notre Dame Prep) Nekejia is lightning quick at Murrell on Kelly... the point and constantly looks to push the ball. She is very creative with the ball and gets to the basket. She brings that same intensity defensively and isn t afraid to work hard to make things happen at both ends of the floor. 38 cougar women s basketball KELLY S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Earned four varsity letters in basketball, three at Christ the King High for Coach Bob Mackey and one at Notre Dame Academy as a senior for Coach Jon McGraw as an eight grader, was invited to attend the 2001 Adidas Top Ten All-American camp as a FRESHMAN, repeated the selection while playing junior varsity ball SOPHO- MORE season, averaged 10 points and two assists at Christ the King attended Adidas Top-10 All American camp for third year played behind Maryland star Shay Doron on team that finished in USA Today s Top five teams in the country as a JUNIOR, was named a 2004 Street and Smith Honorable Mention All-American competed at the Nike All-American Camp averaged 10 points and four assists at Christ the King named second team All-New York and a Blue Star Index Report Top 100 player (No. 75) SENIOR year, played for Notre Dame Academy repeated selection as Street and Smith Honorable Mention All-American nominated as a 2006 McDonald s Top 100 All-American averaged 16 points and six assists had one 30-point game and eight 20-point game to cap her high school career starting guard for USA Today s 2005 High School National Champions also played on 2003 Nike/Blue Start Select Team that represented USA and won the Reze International Championship in Paris, France. PERSONAL Nakejia Kelly born January 6, 1987, at New York City parents Winston and Yvonne brothers Isiah and Tevin...hobbies include modeling, dancing, singing and poetry...will pursue a degree in apparel design while attending WSU. Kelly s parents Winston and Yvonne on WSU... After years on the grueling recruiting trail, the staff at Washington State seemed to genuinely want our daughter. It just felt right. WSU is providing Nakejia with an opportunity to be a part of a program that s going places in the tough Pac-10 conference and she can contribute immediately. Washington State will provide her with a fresh experience and the chance to grow academically and to be challenged athletically.
Nakejia Kelly poses next to the Terrell Library Skylight Dome located atop the Terrell Library, one of six libraries at Washington State. The University Libraries are an integral part of the WSU educational experience. They house over three million books, journals, newspapers, and other publications along with a vast array of electronic resources that support WSU s commitment to teaching, research and public service. #10 Nakejia Kelly Kelly on WSU... WSU offered me the best in academics and new challenges athletically. It just fits everything I am looking for in a school. I love the university, the facilities, coaches, teams and everything else that makes up the Cougar experience. The coaching staff is amazing and I know that this program has good things in its future. I wanted be somewhere I could contribute and I found that at Washington State.
Alexa is a very quick and savy Murrell on Price... guard who pushes the ball at every opportunity. Her range is going to force defenses to extend themselves. She s one of cougar profiles 15 Guard 5-8 Freshman Culver City, Calif. (Los Angeles HS) PRICE S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Earned varsity letters in basketball at both Culver City High and Los Angeles High as a FRESHMAN, named Freshman of the Year in softball and selected second team all-league SOPHOMORE year, earned first team all-league accolades and league MVP honors averaged 22.2 points and set the CCHS record for most 3-pointers in a game with 10, a mark she achieved in three games that season.as a SENIOR, named 2005-06 California Northern League co-mvp led city in scoring averaging 28.8 points earned first team all-city honors named Romans MVP. PERSONAL Born Shuneé Alexa Price May 11, 1988 at Los Angeles, Calif father Greg Ferguson mother Ana Villegas LAHS honor roll student named to Principle s Outstanding Student list plans to pursue a degree in communication at WSU. Alexa Price those special players who makes everyone around her better. 40 cougar women s basketball Price s father Greg Ferguson on WSU... I m very excited about my daughter going to Washington State. Senior year, we started the recruiting process and when she went on her visit, they treated her so well that she didn t want to visit another school. She was completely sold on Washington State.
I remember not wanting to leave when I first arrived on campus. Price on WSU... It was definitely a different atmosphere for me, but everything Washington State had to offer was exactly what I was looking for in a school. The coaches and players made me feel right at home and I loved how everyone had there own unique personality. I m confident in the choice I made committing myself to WSU and I am so excited to meet the challenges Coach Murrell has awaiting me. #15 Alexa Price Alexa Price poses at the statue entitled The Caring Call in front of the Bustad Veterinary Sciences Building, part of the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine, one of the most renowned veterinary schools in the world. The WSU College of Veterinary Medicine is equipped with modern animal care and holding facilities. In addition, the College features a Veterinary Teaching Hospital, regarded as one of the best in the nation.
cougar profiles 3 Jamie Roupp Guard 5-9 Freshman Ashland, Ore. (Ashland HS) Jamie is just hands down a Murrell on Roupp... hard worker and is more than willing to put forth the effort to improve her skills and play at the Pac-10 level. She s one of those types of players that comes off the floor at the end of every practice and game banged up and bruised because she is constantly giving 100 percent. 42 cougar women s basketball ROUPP S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Earned nine varsity letters at Ashland High four in basketball for coach Ken Lathen, four in soccer under coach Eric Wolff, and one in track with coach Ron Grahm as a FRESHMAN, AHS basketball team finished eighth in State SOPHOMORE year, started for Grizzlies played with the Portland Elite Basketball Organization as a JUNIOR, named first team all-conference and earned All-State honorable mention honors captain of Grizzlies team that finished atop Southern Oregon Conference averaged 16.9 points, 7.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 3.6 steals per game played with Oregon Selects SENIOR year, earned Southern Oregon Conference Player of the Year honors named second team All-State averaged 15.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 3.4 steals per game captained AHS team that repeated at SOC champion and finished fifth at State tournament nominated as a McDonalds All-American and as a Wendy s High School Heisman candidate...earned Mail Tribune Player of the Month accolades played in the Oregon/ Washington All-Star game. PERSONAL Born Jamie Marie Roupp at Newton, Kas., April 30, 1988 parents Brad and Julia brother Nathan enjoys sports, camping, being outdoors and working with children placed on AHS honor roll all four years attended carried a 3.91 prep GPA member of Ashland High Leadership undecided on course of study at WSU. Roupp s parents Brad When we visited, it was obvious and Julia on WSU... that the Cougar basketball program is more than just a team - it s a community. The coaching staff truly cares about the players, the university provides a focused learning environment, and the campus and surrounding area is beautiful! Driving into Pullman for the first time, it was evident that the town is focused on and supportive of the students.
#3 Jamie Roupp Jamie Roupp poses at Martin Stadium (cap. 35,117) home to the Cougar football team. Following the 2006 football season, a renovation to Martin Stadium will begin, marking the first renovation of the facility since 1979. WSU Athletics vision is to renew Martin Stadium as a premier campus facility that is truly representative of Washington State University and its athletic programs. When I first arrived on campus, I Roupp on WSU... knew that it was where I wanted to spend the next four years of my life: I loved the community feeling and the overall atmosphere around campus. I knew this was a place where the combination of excellent athletic and academic programs could help me reach my goals for the present and the future.
cougar profiles 23 Marisa Stotler Forward 6-1 Freshman Chandler, Ariz. (Dobson HS) Marisa s athleticism makes her Murrell on Stotler... an extremely versatile player. he has these long arms that make her extremely deceiving as a STOTLER S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER Earned four varsity letters in basketball at Dobson High for coach Tyler Dumas as a FRESHMAN, led state in rebounding earned All-State honor mention accolades named first team all-region SOPHOMORE year, led state in rebounding for second consecutive season earned All-State and all-region first team honors Mustangs finished 21-8, advancing to the third round of State tournament as a JUNIOR, earned second team All-State and first team all-region recognition named to tournament first team at West Coast Jamboree in San Francisco, Calif captained Mustang squad SENIOR year, earned first team All-State and all-region honors led state in rebounding (13/game).averaged 19.6 points, 3.2 blocks 2.1 assists named to the NGS Classic all-tournament team served as DHS team captain. led state in rebounding McDonald s All-American nominee. shot blocker and defender. She is always after the ball and has a great rebounding presence. I look for her to contribute a great deal to the success of Cougar Basketball as she matures and continues to develop her game. 44 cougar women s basketball PERSONAL Born Marissa Brin Stotler at Colorado Springs, Colo., September 22, 1987 mother Lori Stotler father Michael Devereaux played baseball at Arizona State brother Eric DHS Principal s List carried a 3.9 prep GPA plans on pursuing a degree in communication at WSU. Stotler s mother Lori on WSU... I was very comfortable with the coaches from the moment I met them at our home visit. I felt as if I had already known them, and truly believe that my daughter will be in good hands. And I am so excited! It s the Pac-10 and I can t wait until I get to see her on T.V.!
Marisa Stotler stands outside the WSU Student Recreation Center. Named one of the top 10 facilities in the nation by Athletic Business magazine, the SRC encompasses 150,000 square feet, which contains seven gymnasiums, a four-lane indoor track, 17,000 square feet of cardio fitness and free weight training area, five-lane lap pool, leisure spa, three multi-purpose rooms, four racquetball courts, a wellness center, and fireplace lounge. I knew from the second I arrived on campus that Stotler on WSU... this is where I wanted my basketball and college life to be. From the first time I talked to Coach Lewis on the phone, I felt a great chemistry. #2 3 M a r i s a S t o t l e r I chatted with the rest of the staff and players and it felt like a huge family and I wanted to be a part of it. I love everything about the college town and everyone in it. The people here are great because they are just so welcoming. I felt at home before I ever moved out here!
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cougar camp Each summer the campus of Washington State University hosts some of the bright stars of the future in women s basketball. Our camps are designed to meet the needs of players of all ages and ability. Head coach Sherri Murrell, her staff, and members of the WSU team provide the instruction and enthusiasm to make the 2007 Cougar Basketball Camps a great experience for every camper. 2007 Cougar Clash: June 11, 2007 High School JV and Varsity teams can get a jump on the summer season as they compete in a one day tournament on the WSU campus. This is a great opportunity to expose your players to Pac-10 coaches and facilities! Three games are guaranteed. Day and Rookie Camp: June 11 14 Day Camp Players in grades 5-8 will be drilled in the fundamentals of shooting, ball handling, rebounding, passing, and defense. They will compete in 5 on 5, 3 on 3, and 1 on 1 games, as well as contests. This camp is designed for a range of skill levels from beginner to the more experienced player. Rookie Camp Girls and boys in grades K-4 spend a half day on the basketball basics. Lowered hoops allow the youngsters a more favorable atmosphere for success. For more information please contact the women s basketball office at 509-335-0276, 800-393-8417 or email at womensbasketball@wsu.edu 48 cougar women s basketball
schedule 2006-07 WSU Women s Basketball Schedule DATE DAY OPPONENT SITE TIME NOV. 3 FRIDAY *LEWIS-CLARK STATE (exh.) PULLMAN 7 p.m. Nov. 10 Friday ^Kentucky Lexington 5 p.m. Nov. 12 Sunday ^Indiana or Wake Forest Lexington 8 a.m. NOV. 17 FRIDAY SACRAMENTO STATE PULLMAN 4:30 p.m. Nov. 22 Wednesday Portland Portland 7 p.m. Nov. 25 Saturday Santa Clara Santa Clara 2 p.m. NOV. 30 THURSDAY MONTANA STATE PULLMAN 7 p.m. DEC. 2 SATURDAY EASTERN WASHINGTON PULLMAN 2 p.m. Dec. 5 Tuesday San Jose State San Jose 7 p.m. DEC. 8 FRIDAY *MONTANA PULLMAN 7 p.m. DEC. 17 SUNDAY NORTHWESTERN STATE PULLMAN 2 p.m. Dec. 21 Thursday Oregon State Corvallis 7 p.m. Dec. 23 Saturday Oregon Eugene 7 p.m. DEC. 29 FRIDAY UCLA PULLMAN 7 p.m. DEC. 31 SUNDAY USC PULLMAN 2 p.m. Jan. 4 Thursday Arizona State Tempe TBA Jan. 6 Saturday Arizona Tucson TBA JAN. 11 THURSDAY CALIFORNIA PULLMAN 7 p.m. JAN. 13 SATURDAY STANFORD PULLMAN 2 p.m. Jan. 20 Saturday Washington Seattle 1 p.m. Jan. 26 Friday USC Los Angeles 7 p.m. Jan. 28 Sunday UCLA Los Angeles 2 p.m. FEB. 1 THURSDAY ARIZONA PULLMAN 7 p.m. FEB. 3 SATURDAY ARIZONA STATE PULLMAN 2 p.m. Feb. 8 Thursday Stanford Stanford 7 p.m. Feb. 10 Saturday California Berkeley 2 p.m. FEB. 17 SATURDAY WASHINGTON PULLMAN 2 p.m. FEB. 22 THURSDAY OREGON PULLMAN 7 p.m. FEB. 24 SATURDAY OREGON STATE PULLMAN 2 p.m. Mar. 2-5 Friday-Monday Pac-10 Tournament San Jose TBA 2006 07 Schedule *Home game played in Bohler Gym ^Women s Sports Foundation Classic, Lexington, Ky. All Times Pacific Times Subject to Change