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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Basketball Table of Contents General Information...1 Cheyney Today... 2 2010-11 Preview... 3 Head Coach... 4 Assistant Coaches... 5 Player Profiles...6-8 2009-10 Final Statistics... 9 2010-11 Opponents...10-12 2010-11 Schedule... 13 Athletics Staff... 14 Athletic Department Vision Statement... 15 2010-11 Roster... 16 Team Information 2009-2010 Record: 16-12 2009-2010 PSAC Record: 9-5 Starters Returning/Lost: 2/3 Lettermen Returning/Lost: 3/8 Coaching Staff Head Coach: Dominique Stephens Alma Mater: North Carolina Central 92 Overall Coaching Record/yrs.: 34-21/2 years Record at Cheyney/yrs.: Same Assistant Coaches: Ellis Gindraw, Keith Wall, Greg Benjamin Basketball Office Phone: 610-399-2267 Sports Information Director: Lenn Margolis Office Phone: 610-399-2143 Office Fax: 610-399-2532 Home Phone: 610-519-0578 Press Row: 610-399-2026 e-mail: lmargolis@cheyney.edu Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Location: Cheyney, PA Founded: 1837 Enrollment: 1,500 Nickname: Wolves President: Dr. Michelle Howard-Vital Director of Athletics: China Jude Athletic Department Phone: (610) 399-2287 Colors: Royal Blue and White Home Court: Cope Hall (1,500) Affiliation: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Mailing Address: Cheyney University 1837 University Circle P.O. Box 200 Cheyney, PA 19319-0200 Media Services The Cheyney University Sports Information Office provides game programs, rosters and updated statistics prior to every game. Game statistics and play by play will be available to all working members of the media shortly after the game. Coaches and team members of both teams will be available for interviews approximately ten minutes after the conclusion of the contest. Those individuals desiring phone, fax and internet service prior to or following the game should contact the sports information office at least 48 hours prior to the event. Working press credentials can be obtained by contacting the Sports Information Director at least 48 hours prior to the contest. For interviews on non game days please contact the Sports Information Director at least 48 hours prior to the desired interview. Every effort will be made to accommodate the request. Home and cell numbers of players and coaches will not be released under any circumstances. 1
Cheyney Today Founded in 1837 as the Institute for Colored Youth, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is the oldest of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities in America. The founding of Cheyney University was made possible by Richard Humphreys, a Quaker philanthropist who bequeathed $10,000, one tenth of his estate, to design and establish a school to educate the descendents of the African race. Born on a plantation in the West Indies, Richard Humphreys came to Philadelphia in 1764. Having witnessed the struggles of African Americans competing unsuccessfully for jobs due to the influx of immigrants, he became interested in their plight. In 1829, race riots heightened and it was that year Richard Humphreys wrote his will and charged thirteen fellow Quakers to design an institution:...to instruct the descendents of the African Race in school learning, in the various branches of the mechanic Arts, trades and Agriculture, in order to prepare and fit and qualify them to act as teachers... The school began in Philadelphia as the Institute for Colored Youth and successfully provided free classical education for qualified young people. In 1902, the Institute moved to George Cheyney s farm, 25 miles west of Philadelphia. In 1913, the name was changed to Cheyney State Teachers College; in 1921, the State Normal School at Cheyney; and in 1959, Cheyney State College. In 1983, Cheyney joined the State System of Higher Education as Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Today, Cheyney University students represent a variety of races, cultures, and nationalities who receive education instruction beyond the vision of Richard Humphreys. Cheyney graduates still become teachers, but students also enter careers such as journalism, medicine, business, science, law, communication, and government service. The university offers baccalaureate degrees in more than 30 disciplines and the master s degree in education. Cheyney University is proud of its more than 10,000 graduates. Well known alumni include the late journalist Ed Bradley of the CBS program 60 Minutes; Robert W. Bogle, publisher and CEO of the Philadelphia Tribune, the oldest newspaper continuously owned an operated by an African American; Gladys Styles Johnston, Chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Kearney; State Representative Michael Horsey who represents the 190th district in Philadelphia County; State Representative Thaddeus Kirkland who represents the 159th district in Delaware County; Robert L. Woodson, Founder and President of the National left for Neighborhood Enterprise (NCNE), Washington, D.C.; Samuel J. Patterson, CEO of Shepard Patterson Systems and Information Consulting Firm; and Ambassador (retired) Joseph M. Segars. 2
2010-11 Cheyney University Men s Basketball Preview Bray to Lead Cheyney Sharif Bray is one of the most prolific scorers in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. Last season, his first back in collegiate ball, Bray averaged 21.7 points per game. Joining Bray in the back court will be Rob Townsend, Bruce Kennedy and Amarildo Matos. All three saw substantial minutes a year ago and will be a key component for Coach Dominique Stephens and his staff if the Wolves are to get back to the PSAC postseason. Last season, the Wolves finished 16-12 overall and 9-5 in the PSAC before falling to East Stroudsburg in the quarterfinals. According to Stephens all three (Matos, Kennedy and Townsend) have really stepped up their game. They all worked very hard over the summer and we should see the fruits of their efforts this season. Matos averaged 4.3 points while shooting 40% from behind the arc. Kennedy averaged over five points a game last season. Townsend shot over 50% from the field averaging 4.9 points per contest. The front court was a shortcoming last season, stated Stephens. With the addition of David Burton, Antonio Boyd, Anthony Juene and Javon Beatty, Cheyney looks to have filled some of the pieces that were previously missing. Burton transferred from the University of the District of Columbia, Boyd from Philadelphia CC and Juene from Holy Family. We decided to keep a lot of players on the roster this year. The players are going to have to battle in practice just to see who dresses for a game, stated Stephens. Bruce Kennedy (10) and Antonio Boyd (1) run the fast break. 3
Dominique Stephens Head Coach Third Year After serving as the interim head coach during the 2008-09 season and leading the Wolves to the PSAC play-offs, Dominique Stephens was named head coach. Stephens is a native of Philadelphia and younger brother of Cheyney University women s head coach and former Temple All-American women s basketball player Marilyn Stephens. Stephens has been part of many championships and great team from Philadelphia and Durham, NC. From past to present, Stephens was a member of the Dobbins High School Football team and 1984 basketball team that consisted of Doug Overton, Bo Kimble, and the late Hank Gathers. That famous hoop squad went onto win the Philadelphia Public League Championship. After high school, Stephens enrolled at North Carolina Central University. As a sophomore, NCCU posted a 26-3 mark. The following year the NCCU won the NCAA Division II title with a 28-4 season. The championship season, Stephens was named to the NCAA Tournament Team. His senior year, the Eagles went 28-5. Stephens was inducted into the North Carolina Central University Hall of Fame in 1995. After college Stephens signed to play professionally in the Philippians Basketball League. In 2000, he was a member of the Lancaster Storm of the Eastern Basketball League. While always dreaming to play in the NBA, Stephens continued his schooling earning his Bachelors of Science in Mathematics from NCCU in 1992. Stephens went on to earn a Masters of Science in Human Services from Springfield College in 2002. The Stephens File 2008 - Present Cheyney University- Cheyney, PA Head Coach 2003-2008 Cheyney University- Cheyney, PA Assistant Coach 1999-2001 Lancaster Storm- Lancaster, PA Player/Coach 1993-94 Durham HS-Durham, NC JV Coach/ Varsity Assistant 1992-93 Northern HS-Durham, NC JV Assistant Coach 4
Ellis Gindraw Assistant Coach Third Year Previously, Coach Gindraw served as a volunteer assistant for the past two seasons with the Wolves. A 2004 graduate of Cheyney, Gindraw was the captain of the basketball team that played in the NCAA Division II Eastern Regional Semi Final finishing the season with a 23-8 mark. He received his Bachelor of Science in recreation and leisure management. Gindraw is currently pursuing his Masters in Education Administration at Cheyney. A graduate of Strawberry Mansion High School in 1998, Grindraw played at the Community College of Philadelphia. While at CCP, his 1999-00 squad won a conference and state championship with a record of 28-3. The following season, Gindraw found himself averaging 18 points and six rebounds per game while at Manor Jr. College where he helped guide the team to the championship game. Gindraw played his junior and senior seasons at Cheyney. Gindraw has coached in the AAU circuit and the Sonny Hill League since 2004. Gindraw is married to the former Latosha Morris. They have three children. Keith Wall Assistant Coach Second Year Wall was a member of the Wolves Men s Basketball team from 1986-1990. He was the six man on an impressive Wolves team that made the PASC playoffs all of his four years. He was named captain as a sophomore and continued in that role his final two seasons. During his four seasons with the Wolves, Cheyney posted an impressive 29 win season with a record of 69-44. He graduated from Cheyney with a Degree in Criminal Justice and Social Welfare in 1991. Keith is a active member of the C-Club and Cheyney Alumni Association. Keith is a native of Philadelphia and graduate of Simon Gratz High School. He played on the basketball at Gratz in 1986 and was third team All-Public and third team All- City. He also served as a Volunteer Assistant Coach at Simon Gratz High School from 1994 to 2008. He continues to be active in basketball circles as an instructor with John Chaney and Sonny Hill community league in Philadelphia. Wall is currently working as Warrant Officer with the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania, a position he has held for more than 10 years. Coach Wall has received numerous awards and recognitions in the community for his services to youth, but most notable was his inductions into Cheyney University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2009. Greg Benjamin Assistant Coach Second Year Gregory Benjamin is a native of and a graduate Overbrook High School and Cheyney State College of Pennsylvania. He later earned a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Wilmington College with specialization in Personnel Administration and Marketing. Deciding to work in education, Benjamin received his certification of education from the State of Delaware. Benjamin worked in the Christina and Redclay School Districts in Delaware, as an Administrator, Teacher, Advisor, Dean of students, Head Tennis Coach and Head Basketball Coach. Coach Benjamin passion is mentoring students toward and through the education process from entrance to graduation. His mentees have obtained college degrees from outstanding institutions such as, University of Pennsylvania, Brown University, University of Delaware, Howard University, Delaware State and Cheyney University. Coach Benjamin was the Head Boys Basketball Coach for Newark High School for over 16 years. He is one of three coaches who had the opportunity to coach in three Delaware High School Championship Games: 1997, 2001, 2008. He had worked in several prestigious Basketball camps including: Eastern Invitational, Hoop Group and Keystone Invitational. Coach Benjamin has also worked with legendary coaches such as John Chaney, Vivian Stringer, Mike Brey, Phil Martelli, John Thompson Jr. and Jim Boeheim. Coach Benjamin has received numerous awards and recognitions for his services to youth. 5
Returning Players Tyrone Blassingame 21 F 6-5 Sr 205 George Washington HS Career High: Points: 7 vs East Stroudsburg (1/23/10) Rebounds: 6 vs Bloomsburg (1/14/09) Assists: 1 vs East Stroudsburg (1/24/09) TOTAL REBOUNDS GP-GS Min FG-FGA PCT 3FG-FGA PCT FT-FTA PCT OFF-DEF TOT AVG PF A TO BLk St PTS AVG 08-09 15-5 135 7-20 350 0-0 000 2-3 667 14-9 23 1.5 23 1 4 6 5 16 1.1 09-10 28-24 421 27-60 450 0-0 000 6-12 500 25-27 52 1.9 85 9 19 19 11 60 2.1 Total 43-29 556 34-80 425 0-0 000 8-15.533 39-36 75 1.7 108 10 23 25 16 76 1.8 Rob Townsend 23 G 6-3 So 180 Cardinal Dougherty HS Career High: Points: 19 vs Kutztown (2/24/10) Rebounds: 8 vs Lincoln (1/31/10) Assists: 7 vs. West Chester (2/15/10) TOTAL REBOUNDS GP-GS Min. FG-FGA PCT 3FG-FGA PCT FT-FTA PCT OFF-DEF TOT AVG PF A TO BLk St PTS AVG 08-09 27-5 2763 21-42 500 0-4 000 9-13 692 17-15 32 1.2 28 9 17 4 14 51 1.9 09-10 28-18 739 83-162 512 3-17 176 52-72 722 39-60 99 3.5 69 29 43 15 47 221 7.9 Total 55-23 1012 104-204 510 3-21 143 61-85 718 56-75 131 2.4 97 38 60 19 61 272 4.9 Bruce Kennedy 10 G 6-0 Jr 175 Ambler, PA Wissahicken HS/Lock Haven University Career High Points: 17 vs Millersville (2/17/10) Rebounds: 5 vs Millersville (2/17/10) Assists: 2 multiple occasions TOTAL REBOUNDS GP-GS Min. FG-FGA PCT 3FG-FGA PCT FT-FTA PCT OFF-DEF TOT AVG PF A TO BLk St PTS AVG 08-09 23-0 203 20-58 345 10-33 303 13-20 650 3-14 17 0.7 22 14 15 1 9 63 2.7 09-10 28-2 469 49-129 380 42-108 389 11-17 647 11-22 33 1.2 26 15 15 0 11 151 5.4 Total 51-2 672 69-187 369 52-141 369 24-37 649 14-36 50 1.0 48 29 30 1 20 214 4.2 6
Sharif Bray 5 G 6-3 Jr 175 Central HS/California (PA) Career High Points: 33 vs Pfeiffer (11/15/09) Rebounds: 6 vs Bloomsburg (2/8/10) Assists: 6 vs Millersville (2/17/10) TOTAL REBOUNDS GP-GS Min FG-FGA PCT 3FG-FGA PCT FT-FTA PCT Off-Def Tot AVG PF A TO BLk St PTS AVG 09-10 28-27 961 193-447 432 67-176 381 154-181 851 18-67 85 3.0 94 73 84 5 33 607 21.7 Amarildo Matos 12 G 6-3 Jr 180 Norristown, PA Kennedy Kendrick HS Career High Points: 11 vs Kutztown (2/3/10) Rebounds: 3 multiple occasions Assists: 4 multiple occasions TOTAL REBOUNDS GP-GS Min FG-FGA PCT 3FG-FGA PCT FT-FTA PCT Off-Def Tot AVG PF A TO BLk St PTS AVG 09-10 27-1 372 35-99 393 22-55 400 24-31 774 9-38 47 1.7 38 30 17 1 14 116 4.3 1 Antonio Boyd F 6-4 Jr 195 World Communication/ Community College of Philadelphia Newcomers 11 David Burton F 6-5 Sr 220 Neuman HS/University of the District of Columbia 34 Darryl Davis G 6-0 Sr 160 Simon Gratz HS 43 Derrick Davis G 6-0 Sr 171 Simon Gratz HS 7
22 Ed Draughn F 6-4 So 185 Cardinal Dougherty HS 2 Brandon Epps F 6-5 Fr 220 Penn Wood HS 32 Andre Flagg F 6-2 So 220 Chester, PA Chester HS 15 Anthony Juene F 6-5 Jr 195 Chalfont, PA Camden Catholic HS 55 Tyreese Oden F 6-2 Fr 190 Simon Gratz HS 30 Michael Paeys F 6-5 Fr 225 Pittsburgh, PA Peabody HS 42 Donte Woody F 6-4 So 210 Phoenixville, PA Great Valley HS 45 Billy Winters G 6-0 Fr 170 Hunlock Creek, PA Northwest Area HS 33 Jayvon Beatty F 6-8 Jr 178 Jersey City, NJ St. Anthony s HS/ Bergen CC 24 Randall Grant F 6-4 So 170 Coatesville, PA Coatesville HS/ Essex CC 8
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2010-11 Cheyney University Men s Basketball Opponents University of the Sciences Date: November 13, 2010 Location: Nickname: Devils Colors: Blue and White Arena: Athletic and Recreation Center Conference: Central Athletic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Head Coach: Dave Pauly 2009-10 Record: 7-20 SID: Bob Heller E-Mail: r.heller@usp.edu Goldey Beacom College Date: November 20, 2010 Location: Wilmington, DE Nickname: Lightning Colors: Navy Blue and Vegas Gold Arena: Joseph West Jones Arena Conference: Central Athletic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Head Coach: Chuck Hammond 2009-10 Record: 19-10 SID: Eric Zedalis E-Mail: Zedalis@gbc.edu Lincoln University Date: November 26, 2010 Location: Lincoln, PA Nickname: Lions Colors: Blue and Orange Arena: Rivera Hall Conference: CIAA Head Coach: John Hill 2009-10 Record: SID: Chris Weeden E-Mail: Cweeden@lincoln.edu Bruce Hamburger Chestnut Hill College Date: December 4, 2010 Location: Nickname: Griffins Colors: Scarlett, white and Gold Arena: Sorgenti Arena Conference: Central Athletic Collegiate Conference Head Coach: Jesse Balcar 2009-10 Record: 11-6 SID: Greg Gornick E-Mail: Gornickg@chc.edu Washington Adventist University Date: November 23, 2010 Location: Takoma Park, MD Nickname: Shock Colors: Navy and Gold Arena: The Pitt Conference: Independent Head Coach: Patrick Crarey 2009-10 Record: 6-18 SID: Jocelyn Daniels E-Mail: jdaniels@wau.edu 10 University of the District of Columbia Date: December 11, 2010 Location: Washington, DC Nickname: Firebirds Colors: Maroon/Burgundy and Gold Arena: Sports Complex Conference: Independent Head Coach: Jeff Ruland 2009-10 Record: 1-20 SID: Bernard Payton E-Mail: bpayton@udc.edu
Caldwell College Date: December 18, 2010 Location: Caldwell, NJ Nickname: Cougars Colors: Scarlett, White and Gold Arena: Newman Center Conference: Central Athletic Collegiate Conference Head Coach: Marc Corino 2009-10 Record: 4-23 SID: Matt McLagan E-Mail: mmclagan@caldwell.com Dominican College Date: December 19, 2010 Location: Orangeburg, NY Nickname: Chargers Colors: Red and White Arena: Henessy Center Conference: Central Athletic Collegiate Conference Head Coach: Joe Clinton 2009-10 Record: 14-16 SID: Kelly Ann DiGiulo E-Mail:kellyann.digiulo@dc.edu Lock Haven University Date: January 3, 2011 Location: Lock Haven, PA Nickname: Bald Eagles Colors: Crimson and White Arena: Thomas Fieldhouse Conference: PSAC West Head Coach: John WIlson 2009-10 Record: 6-19 SID: Doug Spatafore E-Mail: dspatafo@lhup Edinboro University Date: January 4, 2011 Location: Edinboro, PA Nickname: Fighting Scots Colors: Red and White Arena: McComb Fieldhouse Conference: PSAC West Head Coach: Greg Walcavich 2009-10 Record: 11-16 SID: Bob Shreve E-Mail: rshreve@edinboro.edu Gannon University Date: January 8, 2011 Location: Erie, PA Nickname: Golden Knights Colors: Red and Gold Arena: Hammermill Center Conference: PSAC West Head Coach: John Reilly 2009-10 Record: 13-15 SID: Dan Teliski E-Mail: teliski002@gannon.edu Clarion University Date: January 9, 2011 Location: Clarion, PA Nickname: Golden Eagles Colors: Blue and Gold Arena: Tippin Gymnasium Conference: PSAC West Head Coach: Ron Righter 2009-10 Record: 18-11 SID: Rich Herman E-Mail: rherman@clarion.edu East Stroudsburg University Dates: January 12, 2011 February 5, 2011 Location: East Stroudsburg, PA Nickname: Warriors Colors: Red and Black Arena: Koehler Fieldhouse Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Jeff Wilson 2009-10 Record: 24-6 SID: Greg Knowlden E-Mail: gknowlden@po-box.esu.edu 11
Shippensburg University Dates: January 15, 2011 February 12, 2011 Location: Shippensburg, PA Nickname: Red Raiders Colors: Red and Blue Arena: Heigis Fieldhouse Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Dave Springer 2009-10 Record: SID: Bill Morgal E-Mail: wjmorgal@ship.edu Millersville University Dates: January 19, 2011 February 9, 2011 Location: Millersville, PA Nickname: Marauders Colors: Black and Gold Arena: Pucillo Gymnasium Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Fred Thompson 2009-10 Record: 8-19 SID: Ethan Hulsey E-Mail: ehulsey@millersville.edu Bloomsburg University Dates: January 22, 2011 February 19, 2011 Location: Bloomsburg, PA Nickname: Huskies Colors: Maroon and Gold Arena: Nelson Field House Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: John Sanow 2009-10 Record: 12-14 SID: Tom McGuire E-Mail: tmcguire@bloom.edu Kutztown University Dates: January 26, 2011 February 16, 2011 Location: Kutztown, PA Nickname: Golden Bears Colors: Maroon and Gold Arena: Keystone Hall Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Bernie Driscoll 2009-10 Record: 23-8 SID: Rob Knox E-Mail: knox@kutztown.edu Mansfield University Dates: January 29, 2011 February 26, 2011 Location: Mansfield, PA Nickname: Mountaineers Colors: Red and Black Arena: Decker Gymnasium Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Rich Miller 2009-10 Record: 19-9 SID: Steve McCloskey E-Mail: smcclosk@mansfield.edu West Chester University Dates: February 2, 2011 February 23, 2011 Location: West Chester, PA Nickname: Golden Rams Colors: Purple and Gold Arena: Hollinger Field House Conference: PSAC East Head Coach: Damien Blair 2009-10 Record: 16-11 SID: Jim Zuhlke E-Mail: jzuhlke@wcupa.edu 12
CHEYNEY UNIVERSITY MEN S BASKETBALL 2010-2011 Sat. November 13, 2010 University of Sciences in Phila. 3:00pm Sat. November 20, 2010 Goldey Beacom University 3:00pm Tues. November 23, 2010 Washington Adventist University 8:00pm Fri. November 26, 2010 Lincoln University at Temple Univ. 8:00pm Sat. December 4, 2010 Chestnut Hill University 3:00pm Sat. December 11, 2010 University of District of Columbia 3:00pm Sat. December 18, 2010 Caldwell Tournament w/ Caldwell 5:00pm Sun. December 19, 2010 Caldwell Tournament w/ Dominican 2:00pm Mon. January 3, 2011 Lock Haven University 8:00pm Tues. January 4, 2011 Edinboro University 7:30pm Sat. January 8, 2011 Gannon University 3:00pm Sun. January 9, 2011 Clarion University 3:00pm Wed. January 12, 2011 East Stroudsburg University 8:00pm Sat. January 15, 2011 Shippensburg University 3:00pm Wed. January 19, 2011 Millersville University 8:00pm Sat. January 22, 2011 Bloomsburg University 3:00pm Wed. January 26, 2011 Kutztown University 8:00pm Sat. January 29, 2011 Mansfield University 3:00pm Wed. February 2, 2011 West Chester University 5:30pm Sat. February 5, 2011 East Stroudsburg University 3:00pm Wed. February 9, 2011 Millersville University 8:00pm Sat. February 12, 2011 Shippensburg University 3:00pm Wed. February 16, 2011 Kutztown University 8:00pm Sat. February 19, 2011 Bloomsburg University 3:00pm Wed. February 23, 2011 West Chester University 8:00pm Sat. February 26, 2011 Mansfield University 3:00pm All home games are in bold lettering 13
Athletics Staff Dr. Michelle Howard-Vital President China Jude Director of Athletics Constancia Hayes Assistant Athletic Director/Compliance Lenn Margolis Sports Information Director Lydia Harsley Coordinator of Student Athlete Acacemics Eric Acolatse Athletic Business Manager Janet Manspeaker Faculty Athletic Representative Ruffin Bell Equipment Manager Sinyan Whitfield Administrative Assistant Mark Toney Game Manager Scott Uderman Head Athletic Trainer Andrew Dunn Assistant Athletic Trainer Mark Harrison Head Women s Track Coach James Williams Head Men s Track Coach Jeff Braxton Head Football Coach Dominique Stephens Head Men s Basketball Coach Marilyn Stephens Head Women s Basketball Coach Michael Blakeney Head Bowling & Tennis Coach Sue Kilian Head Volleyball Coach 14
Department of Athletics Vision Statement The Mission of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania shall be to provide National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Division II programs for men and women that are equally characterized by excellence. The primary philosophy of the Department of Athletics is that our staff and program develop and hold the concept of the student-athlete at the highest level of significance. This important standard must be encouraged and supported and never compromised, thus emphasizing to the student-athlete the importance of not only obtaining a degree but also in reaching full academic and athletic potential. The Intercollegiate Athletics program shall reflect due regard for the athletics traditions of Cheyney University as well as future promise. The program shall fall within Cheyney s abilities to provide appropriate facilities, financial capabilities of Cheyney University to fund adequately. The goal of the Department of Athletics is consistent with the core mission of the University: to provide excellent educational opportunities for a diverse student population. Our student-athletes will be viewed as students first, and only then as athletes. The department will focus on providing graduates who are successful, well rounded and prepared to make positive contributions to society. Academics achievements in the classroom, together with the development of character, individual and team skills, the will to win, and a sense of fair play and sportsmanship in athletic competition determines distinction in intercollegiate athletics programs. Such groups including students, faculty and staff, alumni, community and friends at all levels of interest. The Department of Athletics will strive to be a leader in areas of ethics, non-discrimination, diversity and authentic fiscal integrity throughout the Cheyney University campus, the State of Pennsylvania and the country. At the time, student-athletes must be given the greatest preparation, motivation and support. Last, but not least, it is the objective of the Department of Athletics to adhere in principle and fact to the rules and regulations of the University and National Collegiate Athletic Association. The New and Improved Below is just a sample of some of the new things going happening on campus New Website Use of Social Media Sites First Women s National Track Finalist (2009- and 2010) McClendon Scholar NCAA Game Environment Award Hosted the PSAC Men s Final Four Hosted the 2011 PA State Bowling Championships Facility Upgrades Rebranding initiative New Spirit Mark and Logo Community Service Projects Summer Sports Camps Increased staff diversity by 50% Creation of a golf program One third of all student athletes have a gpa of 3.0 or better Established first athletic endowment Signed long term deal with Kelly Sports and NIKE Two PSAC Coaches of the Year (2008) Only School to have brother and sister coaching basketball team in the NCAA New Dorm to open August 2011 New Science Building to open Winter 2011 15
PSAC Overall 1964-65 14-0 23-1 1965-66 14-0 26-1 1966-67 13-1 27-3 1967-68 14-0 22-7 1968-69 14-4 25-3 1969-70 13-1 25-3 1970-71 13-1 23-6 1971-72 12-2 22-6 1972-73 12-2 23-5 1973-74 11-3 19-7 1974-75 11-3 16-9 1975-76 13-1 25-5 1976-77 12-2 20-8 1977-78 13-0 27-2 1978-79 11-2 24-7 1979-80 12-0 23-5 2010-11 Cheyney University Men s Basketball Roster No. Name Ht Wt Pos Yr Hometown, High School 1 Antonio Boyd 6-4 195 F Jr Philadelphia/World Communication/ Community College of Philadelphia 2 Brandon Epps 6-5 220 F Fr Philadelphia/Penn Wood HS 5 Sharif Bray 6-3 175 G Sr Philadelphia/Central HS/California University of Pennsylvania 10 Bruce Kennedy 5-11 175 G Sr Ambler/Wissahicken/Lock Haven HS 11 David Burton 6-5 220 F Sr Philadelphia/Neuman/University of the District of Columbia 12 Amarildo Matos 6-3 180 G Sr Norristown/Kennedy Kendrick HS 15 Anthony Juene 6-5 195 F Jr Chalfont/Camden Catholic HS 21 Tyrone Blassingame 6-6 215 F Sr Philadelphia/Northeast HS 22 Ed Draughn 6-4 185 F So Philadelphia/Cardinal Dougherty HS 23 Rob Townsend 6-3 180 G Jr Philadelphia/Cardinal Dougherty HS 24 Randall Grant 6-4 170 F So Coatesville/Coatesville HS/Essex CC 30 Michael Paeys 6-5 225 F Fr Pittsburgh/Peabody HS 32 Andre Flagg 6-2 220 F So Chester/Chester HS 33 Jayvon Beatty 6-8 178 F Jr Jersey City/St. Anthony s HS/Bergen CC 34 Darryl Davis 6-0 160 G Sr Philadelphia/Simon Graztz HS 42 Donte Woody 6-4 210 F So Phoenixville/Great Valley HS 43 Derrick Davis 6-0 171 G Sr Philadelphia/Simon Gratz HS 45 Billy Winters 6-0 170 G Fr Hunlock Creek/Northwest Area HS 55 Tyreese Oden 6-2 190 F Fr Philadelphia/Simon Gratz HS Head Coach: Dominique Stephens Assistant: Ellis Gindraw, Keith Wall, and Greg Benjamin Men s Basketball Year by Year PSAC Overall 1980-81 9-3 27-5 1981-82 11-1 26-6 1982-83 12-2 26-6 1983-84 9-5 15-12 1984-85 11-3 16-9 1985-86 13-1 24-6 1986-87 8-6 19-8 1987-88 8-4 16-14 1988-89 7-5 16-12 1989-90 7-5 18-10 1990-91 6-6 15-12 1991-92 4-8 11-15 1992-93 3-9 8-18 1993-94 3-9 10-16 1994-95 3-9 8-17 1995-96 9-3 16-11 16 PSAC Overall 1996-97 8-4 17-11 1997-98 5-7 11-13 1998-99 3-9 10-15 1999-00 8-4 16-10 2000-01 6-6 14-12 2001-02 8-4 17-10 2002-03 4-8 13-14 2003-04 10-2 23-8 2004-05 3-9 4-20 2005-06 6-6 13-14 2006-07 6-6 15-15 2007-08 10-2 19-10 2008-09 10-4 18-9 2009-10 9-5 16-12