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Press Releases - June 2008

The following are press releases for the Kutztown University Athletic Department, released during the time listed above.  For more information, contact the sports information office.  

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KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES' AWARDS ANNOUNCED

KU GRAD KYLE SPOTTS SIGNS WITH AFL'S NEW YORK DRAGONS

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES ANNOUNCE TEAM MVPS

 


KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Four members of the Kutztown University women’s bowling team were recognized by the National Tenpin Coaches Association for their academic achievements during the program’s inaugural season.

Jacquelyn Heimbach (jr. Easton/Easton), Steph Ray (so. West Lawn/Wilson), Jenna Palermo (jr. Allentown/William Allen) and Janel Derr (jr. Myerstown/ELCO) were named to the Academic All-NTCA team. In all, 86 athletes were named to the team.

The student-athletes had to post a GPA of at least 3.4 to qualify for the team.

The Golden Bears finished the season 44-59.

For the complete list of Academic All-NTCA bowlers, click here.

Jacquelyn Heimbach

Stephanie Ray

Jenna Palermo

Janel Derr

 

 

 

 

 

 


KUTZTOWN, Pa.Heather Hoxter (sr. Glenmore/Octorara), of the Kutztown University field hockey team, was selected to receive the NCAA Division II Degree Completion Award for the 2008-09 season.

Heather Hoxter

Hoxter, who scored three goals for the 17-5 Golden Bears in 2007, was selected from a pool of 182 applications. As a secondary education major, with a focus in English studies, Hoxter earned a spot on the NCHCA Academic Squad in 2005, 2006 and 2007. She also was a 2005 and 2006 PSAC scholar athlete. The 2007 PSAC scholar-athletes will be named in July.

The Division II Degree-Completion Award program provides financial assistance to student-athletes with completion of a first baccalaureate degree.

The candidates are student-athletes who have received athletics financial aid and run out of athletic eligibility. Several factors went into the selection of award winners. The emphasis was on academic performance, but other factors, such as financial circumstances, athletics achievement and involvement in campus and community activities, were considered, as well.

The committee awarded 86 applicants from 63 different Division II institutions. The committee also selected 10 alternates.

For the complete list of award winners, click here.


KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Kutztown University posted 203 points to finish in 89th place in the 2007-08 U.S. Sports Academy Directors' Cup standings.

Grand Valley State (Mich.) finished first with 1,028.75 points, well ahead of second-place finisher Abilene Christian (Texas), which had 858 points.

The spring was the most successful season for the Golden Bears as they collected 100 points with the baseball team winning the conference tournament and the softball team winning the regular season division title.

The softball team, which set the school record for wins in a season with 48, won the PSAC East with a 21-3 record. The Golden Bears finished 17th in the nation after competing in the PSAC and Mid-Atlantic Regional tournaments.

The baseball team, which went 31-26, finished 25th in the nation after qualifying for the NCAA North Atlantic Regionals.

The men's indoor track and field team, with two All-America finishers, placed 39th in the nation and picked up 28 points during the winter season, while the field hockey and women's volleyball teams combined for 75 points in the fall.

The field hockey team, which finished 17-5 overall, finished fifth in the nation. The Golden Bears started the season 10-0 and finished with a 17-1 record outside its four games against the Division II National Champion Bloomsburg Huskies.

The volleyball team set a school record for wins with 28 and advanced to the Atlantic Regionals where the Golden Bears went 1-1. They finished 17th overall.

The Directors' Cup is awarded annually by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA), the United States Sports Academy and USA Today to the best overall collegiate athletics programs in the country at each of the NCAA Division I, II and III levels, as well as NAIA. The points are awarded based on each institution’s finish in up to 14 sports — seven women’s and seven men’s.

More information, including the complete standings, can be found at www.nacda.com.


KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Kayla Stamm (fr. Mohnton/Governor Mifflin) bowled her way in the national spotlight in KU’s inaugural season by being named the National Ten Pin Coaches Association Division II Rookie of the Year.

Stamm, who averaged 188.2 in 57 games this season, led the Golden Bears to 44 wins — an NCAA record for first-year programs.

She rolled a 200 or better in at least one of her games in 10 of KU’s 11 events this season. She set the KU record for pins in a season with 10,725 and her season-high 268 stands as KU’s best game.

Her best tournament in which she competed in at least five games was the St. Francis New Year’s Knockdown on Jan. 12, where she averaged a 213 over five games. That helped KU go 9-1 at the tournament, its best finish at a tournament.


June 12, 2008

KELLEY HEALEY SELECTED TO ESPN THE MAG's ACADEMIC-AMERICA SECOND TEAM

KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Kutztown University field hockey forward Kelley Healey (jr. Toms River, N.J./Toms River North) was named to the ESPN the Magazine Academic-America women’s at-large second team Thursday.

Kelley Healey

  G A PTS
2007 17 14 48

Healey was a first team selection for the all-district first team in May.

Healey, a biology major with a 3.90 GPA, finished the 2007 season with 17 goals and 14 assists for a total of 48 points. She had six game-winning goals and another tally on a penalty stroke.

She is a three-time National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) All-American, three-time All-PSAC selection and has been named to the NFHCA Academic Squad in each of her first three seasons. In the fall, she was named to the PSAC Academic Top 10.

After three years at KU, Healey has amassed 52 goals and 27 assists (131 points). The Golden Bears are 42-19 in the last three seasons with Healey.

In 2007, she led the Golden Bears to a 17-5 record and the school's first No. 1 overall ranking in Division II in any women's collegiate sport. KU finished 11-2 in the PSAC and competed in the PSAC playoffs and the NCAA Championships.


June 10, 2008

KU's CARRIE HEALEY FINISHES No. 1 IN NATION IN CAUSED TURNOVERS

Carrie Healey

  G A PTS CT
2008 22 14 36 28

KUTZTOWN, Pa.Carrie Healey (so. Toms River, N.J./Toms River North) not only made her mark on Kutztown University’s first women’s lacrosse team since 1980, but she gained national recognition.

Healey, who helped the Golden Bears to two wins with her team-best 22 goals and 14 assists, led all of Division II in caused turnovers with 2.80 per game — 28 in 10 games.

She also was eighth in the nation in draw controls (4.1 per game) and 12th in ground balls (3.9). Her 1.4 assists per game ranked 31st in the nation.

The Golden Bears completed a 10-game independent schedule in 2008 and will return next season to compete in the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, which boasts the 2008 NCAA Division II Champion in West Chester.
 


June 6, 2008

KU's RUMMEL DRAFTED BY HOUSTON ASTROS

Philip Rummel

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Kutztown University pitcher Philip Rummel (sr. Exeter/West-Mont Christian) was selected by the Houston Astros in the 31st round of the 2008 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft on Friday.

Rummel, who was the 932nd overall pick, was 7-5 with a 3.11 earned run average in 2008.  The right hander had 62 strikeouts and 16 walks in 75.1 innings pitched.  He finished his career among KU’s all-time leaders in wins with 22 career victories.

He is the tenth Golden Bear since 1997 to be selected in the MLB first-year player draft. Rummel joins seven other Golden Bears currently playing professional baseball, including four who play for MLB affiliated clubs – Mike McCardell (Twins), Ron Chiavacci (Astros), Jason Mills (Orioles), Kyle Sadlowski (Cardinals). 


June 3, 2008

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES' AWARDS RELEASED

KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Kutztown University head coaches announced the recipients of the 2007-08 coaches’ awards. The coaches’ awards are presented to a member of the Golden Bear teams, based on criteria selected by the coaching staff.

Sabrina Arnaud (so. Quebec, CANADA/Levy Laurzon) was awarded the women’s tennis team’s coaches’ award for her play at the No. 3 singles and doubles. Head coach Suresh Ramamurthi says, “She has worked very hard and has made significant improvement. She has put in many extra hours on and off the court to improve her game and help the team. She has made all the necessary adjustments to help the team. She is also strong academically.”

Scott Arnold (sr. Manchester/Northeastern) was awarded the men’s swimming team’s coaches’ award after finishing as a consolation finalist in the 100- and 200-yard butterfly. His time in the 100 butterfly was good enough for eighth on KU’s all-time list. Arnold was a PSAC qualifier all four years in the 100 and 200 butterfly. He also was the top flyer in the 200 and 400 medley relay teams. He was a tri-captain for the Golden Bears this past season.

Nicole Biuso (sr. Centereach, N.Y./Ward Melville) was awarded the women’s volleyball team’s coaches’ award for her leadership on the court this season. Biuso led the Golden Bears by setting the new school record in career digs. Head coach John Gump says, “Nicole was selected for the all-out effort she displayed and her willingness to do whatever it takes to make a play on the volleyball. She is a great example of what can be achieved when great talent is combined with maximum effort.”

Pat Bone (sr. Doylestown/Central Bucks West) was awarded the men’s cross country team’s coaches’ award after finishing as KU’s top performer in five of seven events this season. His top finish of the year came at the Maroon and Gold Invite where he placed sixth. He was the team’s top runner at both the PSAC and Regional Championships. Coach Ray Hoffman says, “As one of two seniors on the team, Pat did an outstanding job taking a very young squad and leading them to an improved finish at the PSAC Championships. Pat’s leadership will be hard to replace.”

Molly Brown (sr. Kennett Square/Kennett) was awarded the women’s basketball team’s coaches’ award for her play this season. Head coach Janet Malouf says, “Molly Brown wins this award because of her hard work on the court and in the classroom, being a good teammate for four years and representing the women’s basketball team in SAAC, with alumni and other campus functions.”

Krista Cameron (jr. Formosa, ONT/Sacred Heart) was awarded the softball team’s coaches’ award for consistent play this season, starting in all 62 games for the Golden Bears. She was second on the team with 13 doubles, had a triple and five homers. She was third with 37 RBIs. At third base, she recorded 101 assists for KU and had a .975 fielding percentage.

Chris Chambers (jr. Holland/Council Rock South) was awarded the wrestling team’s coaches’ award for his 20-10 record at 141 pounds this season. He placed at both the PSAC tournament and the NCAA Division II Regionals.

Angela Corrado (jr. Kutztown/Kutztown) was awarded the women’s soccer team’s coaches’ award for her contributions to the 10-win Golden Bears this season. Head coach Erik Burstein says, “She played the entire season with a lower back injury, yet she still made a huge impact when she took the field. Every player in our program looked to Angela to provide leadership and guidance on the field and she was often put into games at crucial times. Angela’s presence on the field was felt immediately. She always worked hard, gave 100 percent and never complained about her injury, always made a difference when she was put on the field.”

Collin Dalton (sr. Carlisle/Big Spring) was awarded the men’s soccer team’s coaches’ award for his play on defense this season for the Golden Bears. He started in 18 games last season as the team’s captain. This is his second coaches’ award. Head coach Otto Ormosi says, “He is a very hard worker who came to play every game.”

Justin Gibbs (sr. Pottstown/Pottsgrove) was awarded the football team’s coaches’ award for his play at defensive back this season. He was named to the second team in the PSAC. In his four years at KU, he amassed 187 tackles — nine for a loss — 27 pass breakups and eight interceptions.

Kristin Green (sr. Camp Hill/Camp Hill) was awarded the women’s cross country team’s coaches’ award after running in the top seven for KU in 2007. Coach Ray Hoffman says, “Kristin came back from illness shortly before PSACs to claim a varsity spot for the championship segment of the season. Kristin overcame many injuries over the years, but stayed focus and determined to come back to full strength when many others would have walked away.”

Kevin Hafera (sr. York/Red Lion) was awarded the men’s basketball team’s coaches’ award for his play at forward on the 2008 PSAC East champions. Head coach Bernie Driscoll says, “Kevin’s leadership and sacrifice for the team was a main reason why we won the league title this year. He is an outstanding young man and one that will be missed next season.”

Michelle Hughes (sr. Warminster/William Tennent) was awarded the women’s track and field team’s coaches’ award for her performance in the field this season. She was named an All-PSAC athlete after finishing second in the 20-pound weight at the indoor PSAC Championships.

Steph Jeppesen (so. Bethlehem/Liberty) was awarded the women’s swimming team’s coaches’ award after setting school records in the 100- and 200-yard breaststroke. She finished second in the 200 and third in the 100 at the PSAC meet. She also placed fourth in the 200 individual medley. Jeppesen swam the third leg of the 800 free relay which set a school record at the PSAC Championships. She is currently ranked in the top 10 in KU history in four individual events.

Janice Kinney (so. Spring City/Owen J. Roberts) was awarded the women’s lacrosse team’s coaches’ award for her 13 goals this season. Head coach Sarah Greer said, “Janice Kinney is the kind of player who makes a program worth starting. Her unyielding intensity and passion provided the spark the team needed to push through even the toughest games. She is a dedicated leader, passionate player and upstanding young lady.”

Tiffany Lugo (Catasaqua) was awarded the cheer team’s coaches’ award for her efforts in her first year of cheering.

Garrison Rausch (sr. Allentown/Parkland) was awarded the baseball team’s coaches’ award for his contributions during KU’s run for the playoffs and a PSAC title. After a slow start, batting .132, Rausch turned things around and batted .286 with seven RBIs and six runs scored over the final 18 games of the season. He also played a big role in KU’s first win over West Chester in the PSAC tournament, holding the Golden Rams to one run on seven hits in four innings of work.

Steph Ray (so. West Lawn/Wilson) was awarded the women’s bowling team’s coaches’ award for her performance during the Golden Bears’ inaugural season. She averaged a 171.6 for the 44-win Golden Bears, an NCAA record for most wins by a first-year team. Head coach Joe Ambrose says, “She by far worked the hardest on her game and she did everything possible to make herself better. No question she gets this award for hard work.”

Vonkurt Redley (sr. Philadelphia/Cheltenham) was awarded the men’s track and field team’s coaches’ award for finishing in the top five in five events at the indoor and outdoor PSAC Championships. His best finish at the PSAC Championships was fourth place in the 110 hurdles (outdoor) with at time of 14.90 seconds.

Arpit Sharma (so. Kolkata, INDIA) was awarded the men’s tennis team’s coaches’ award as he made tremendous contributions in the fall and spring. He played at No. 2 singles and No. 1 doubles. He was 12-5 in doubles matches, while going 10-7 in singles matches.

Krista Tressler (so. Fayetteville/Heritage Academy) was awarded the women’s golf team’s coaches’ award for her play this season. She led the Golden Bears with an 85.4 average. She was given the award for her dedication, leadership and work ethic.

Jenna Watts (jr. Perkasie/Lansdale Catholic) was awarded the field hockey team’s coaches’ award for her play at defensive back. Coach Betty Wesner says, “She has that special ingredient that helped the team reach championship play of both the state and national levels. She had the right temperament and attitude that kept the morale high. She has been a great role model that gave much of herself to the program and to her fellow teammates.


June 2, 2008

KU GRAD KYLE SPOTTS SIGNS WITH AFL'S NEW YORK DRAGONS

KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Through all his years of football, high school and college, Kyle Spotts (Tamaqua/Tamaqua) never got a paycheck for playing quarterback — until now.

Kyle Spotts

  ATT COMP YDS TDS
2007 191 380 2,613 20
2006 156 271 2,155 20
2005 128 270 1,297 11
TOTAL 475 921 6,065 51

Spotts, who graduated from Kutztown University on May 10, has signed with the New York Dragons of the Arena Football League.

“It was very exciting,” Spotts said. “I went up there for my two-day workout and I did pretty well, and then they offered me a spot on the practice squad. The most exciting part was when I got my paycheck. That meant I was finally a professional football player.”

The three-year KU starter signed a practice squad contract and is training to move into a starting role with the Dragons.

“When I signed, they said they planned to keep me on the practice squad as the quarterback of the future,” he said.

On the depth chart, Spotts sits behind 13-year AFL veteran and starter Aaron Garcia and two-year player Juston Wood. Garcia has thrown for more than 20,000 yards (third in AFL history) and became the first AFL quarterback to throw 750 touchdowns.

Currently, Spotts is learning from watching Garcia, who takes the majority of the snaps in practice. Spotts is putting in hours after practice, working out on his own and studying film. He is eligible to move onto a gameday roster this season if anything prevents Garcia or Wood from playing in the final four games of the regular season.

The experience as a member of the Dragons will give Spotts the chance to improve his skills at the professional level.

"Kyle gets the opportunity to develop more as a quarterback and hopefully he can advance himself to a higher level," KU head coach Raymond Monica said.

As a senior at KU, Spotts completed 191-of-380 passes for 2,613 yards and 20 touchdowns. He graduated from KU third on the school’s all-time list with 6,065 yards and second in passing touchdowns with 51. He also had 12 touchdowns scored on the ground — including six his senior year.

To follow the New York Dragons, log on to www.NewYorkDragons.com or www.Arenafootball.com.


June 2, 2008

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES ANNOUNCE TEAM MVPs

KUTZTOWN, Pa. — The Kutztown University Athletic Department has announced its 2007-08 Most Valuable Players, as selected by each team and/or its coaching staff.

Dave Ben (jr. Coatesville/Coatesville) was named the men’s basketball team’s most valuable player, leading the Golden Bears to their second PSAC East title. He averaged 17.0 points and 5.3 rebounds per game. He dished out a team-high 86 assists and had 46 steals. He became a 1,000-point scorer and set the career record for free throws this season.

Pat Bone (sr. Doylestown/Central Bucks West) was named the men’s cross country team’s most valuable player after finishing as KU’s top performer in five of seven events this season. His top finish of the year came at the Maroon and Gold Invite, where he placed sixth. He was the team’s top runner at both the PSAC and Regional Championships.

Jim Dart (sr. Havertown/Haverford) was named the men’s track and field team’s most valuable player, earning All-PSAC honors in three events (one indoor, two outdoor). He also was named the PSAC Field Athlete of the Year for the indoor season. In the outdoor season, Dart won the individual title in the shot put.

Ashley Fitzgerald (jr. Kitchener, ONT/Resurrection) was named the softball team’s most valuable player after winning the PSAC East Player of the Year Award. Fitzgerald led the team in RBIs with 59, hitting 16 homers and 23 doubles. She scored 35 runs and batted a team-best .427 en route to earning a spot on the All-PSAC East First Team. She also was a first team member on Daktronics and the NFCA’s Mid-Atlantic All-Region teams. Both Daktronics and the NFCA awarded her with first team All-America honors.

Sam Flowers (sr. Harleysville/Souderton) was named the field hockey team’s most valuable player for her performance at goalkeeper for the 17-5 NCAA Division II Regional quarterfinalist. She posted a 1.49 goals against average and three shutouts, anchoring a defense that allowed just 31 goals in 22 games. She was named to then 2007 NFHCA Second Team All-America team and the 2007 All-PSAC First Team.

Carrie Healey (so. Toms River, N.J./Toms River North) was named the women’s lacrosse team’s most valuable player with her 22 goals and 14 assists for 36 points. She also led the team in ground balls and caused turnovers.

Barbara Joerns (so. Ludwigshafen, GERMANY) was named the women’s tennis team’s most valuable player, going 10-6 in singles competitions, playing mostly at the No. 1 position. She also played at No. 1 doubles, where she was 10-8 on the season.

Kim Kelty (sr. Levittown/Neshaminy) was named the women’s soccer team’s most valuable player after setting the single-season school record for assists with 11 in 2007. She was an All-PSAC East First Team member with her six goals and 23 points this season. She also was named to the NSCAA All-Region team.

Lukas Labitsch (jr. Bruck an der Mur, AUSTRIA) was named the men’s tennis team’s most valuable player, going 11-7 in singles competitions this season. He combined with three teammates to win 13 doubles matches.

Alison Lance (Stewartsville, N.J.) was named the cheer team’s most valuable player. She is a two year member of the team.

Chad Lightcap (jr. Boyertown/Boyertown) was named the baseball team’s most valuable player after leading the team at the plate during their PSAC title run. Lightcap went .366 with 18 doubles, a triple and six home runs. He finished with a team-high 40 RBIs and 47 runs scored. Lightcap was named to the All-PSAC East First Team and earned North Atlantic All-Region Second Team nods by Daktronics and the ABCA. He also was the MVP of the PSAC tournament.

Angie Petak (sr. Brockway/Brockway) was named the women’s golf team’s most valuable player, averaging 85.0 per round this season. She had eight top 10 individual finishes this season and finishes her career with an average of 88.1, third-best all-time at KU.

Greg Sassaman (sr. Blairstown, N.J./North Warren Regional) was named the men’s soccer team’s most valuable player, leading the team with eight goals in 2007 — tied for seventh in the PSAC. He also had four assists. He was named to ESPN the Magazine’s Academic All-District team.

Ashley Singer (sr. Lititz/Warick) was named the women’s swimming team’s most valuable player, winning the PSAC Championship in the 500-yard freestyle. She also earned All-PSAC status in the 200 freestyle, while setting records in the 100 freestyle and the 800 freestyle relay. She finishes her career at KU with seven records and ranks among KU’s all-time leaders in 16 events.

Kyle Spotts (sr. Tamaqua/Tamaqua) was named the football team’s most valuable player, completing 191-of-380 passes for 2,613 yards and 20 touchdowns. He finishes his career at KU with 6,065 yards (third on KU’s all-time list) and 51 touchdowns (second). He set single-game records for passing yards and total offense.

Kayla Stamm (fr. Mohnton/Governor Mifflin) was named the women’s bowling team’s most valuable player, rolling an average of 188.2 with a season-best game of 268. She helped lead the Golden Bears to 44 wins.

Mercedes Van Wagner (sr. Mullica Hill, N.J./Clearview Regional) was named the women’s basketball team’s most valuable player for her play at center this season for the Golden Bears. Van Wagner became the 11th women’s basketball player in school history to eclipse the 1,000-point plateau, finishing her career with 1,067. She also set the KU career records in rebounds (839) and blocked shots (199). She was named to the first team of the PSAC East this season.

Erin Waters (sr. Waymart/Western Wayne) was named the women’s volleyball team’s most valuable player, recording 409 kills and 129 blocks to lead the Golden Bears in the 28-win campaign. She led the PSAC in kill percentage with .361 during the regular season. She also was named to Daktronics Second Team All-Atlantic Region team and the All-PSAC First Team.

Nick Williams (fr. Fr. Holmdel, N.J./Holmdel) was named the men’s swimming team’s most valuable player in his first season as a Golden Bear. Williams was a PSAC qualifier in the 50-, 100-, 200- and 500-yard freestyle events. He placed in three individual events and four relays at the PSAC meet. His time in the 200 freestyle was an NCAA B-cut time. He scored the second highest time in the 500 freestyle in KU history, as well as the third-best time in the 200 freestyle.

Stephanie Williams (sr. Harrisburg/Riverside) was named the women’s cross country team’s most valuable player, as well as the women’s track and field most valuable player, after making trips to two separate NCAA Championship meets. In cross country, she finished second at the NCAA Division II East Regionals to qualify for the NCAA Championships. With that finish, she was named All-Region. She also was named an All-PSAC runner in 2007 with her 10th-place finish at the conference meet. Williams, with a 3.46 GPA, was named to the 2007 U.S. Track and Field Cross Country Coaches Association All-Academic Team. In outdoor track and field, she was named All-PSAC in two events and qualified for the NCAA Championships in the 3,000 and the 5,000. She won the PSAC title in the 10,000. At nationals, she finished 12th in the 5,000.

David Zeek (so. Newtown/Council Rock North) was named the wrestling team’s most valuable player for his 21-14 season at 157 pounds. He had five falls and three major decisions as he placed sixth in the PSAC tournament and fourth at the East Regionals to earn a berth to the NCAA Division II Championships.





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