union university · student services have been visibly increased. a new campus master plan has seen...

2 - Union University Women’s Basketball Media Guide

UNION UNIVERSITY 2004-05 ScheduleDATE OPPONENT TIME LOCATION

OCTOBERSat 30 Central Baptist College (Ark.) % 2:00 p.m. Henderson, Tenn. NOVEMBERFRI 5 LOYOLA UNIVERSITY-NEW ORLEANS (LA.) 7:00 P.M. UNIONTUE 9 NORTH GEORGIA COLLEGE 4:00 P.M. UNIONFRI 12 BREVARD COLLEGE (N.C.) 6:00 P.M. UNIONSAT 13 TOUGALOO COLLEGE (MISS.) 7:00 P.M. UNIONTHU 18 UNIV. OF SCIENCE & ARTS (OKLA.) ^ 4:00 P.M. UNIONFRI 19 VANGUARD UNIVERSITY (CALIF.) ^ 7:00 P.M. UNIONSAT 20 OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY ^ 9:00 P.M. UNIONTue 23 Berry College (Ga.) 6:00 p.m. Rome, Ga.Mon 29 Huston-Tillotson College (Texas) 5:30 p.m. Austin, TexasTue 30 Houston Baptist University (Texas) 7:30 p.m. Houston, Texas DECEMBERFri 3 William Carey College (Miss.) $ 6:00 p.m. Jackson, Tenn.Sat 4 Tougaloo College (Miss.) $ 2:00 p.m. Jackson, Tenn.

JANUARYTue 4 North Georgia College 5:30 p.m. Dahlonega, Ga.THU 13 CAMPBELLSVILLE UNIVERSITY (KY.) 5:00 P.M. UNION SAT 15 ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGE 2:00 P.M. UNION Mon 17 Brescia University (Ky.) 6:00 p.m. Owensboro, Ky.THU 20 TREVECCA NAZARENE UNIV. (TENN.) * 6:00 P.M. UNION Sat 22 Blue Mountain College (Miss.) * 2:00 p.m. Blue Mountain, Miss.Tue 25 Lambuth University (Tenn.) 6:00 p.m. Jackson, Tenn.Thu 27 Lyon College (Ark.) * 6:00 p.m. Batesville, Ark.SAT 29 CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY (TENN.) * 2:00 P.M. UNION

FEBRUARYThu 3 Martin Methodist College (Tenn.) * 6:00 p.m. Pulaski, Tenn.SAT 5 FREED-HARDEMAN UNIVERSITY (TENN.) * 2:00 P.M. UNIONTUE 8 LAMBUTH UNIVERSITY (TENN.) 6:00 P.M. UNIONTHU 10 BLUE MOUNTAIN COLLEGE (MISS.) * 6:00 P.M. UNION Sat 12 Trevecca Nazarene University (Tenn.) * 2:00 p.m. Nashville, Tenn.MON 14 CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY (TENN.) * 6:00 P.M. LEBANON, TENN.THU 17 LYON COLLEGE (ARK.) * 6:00 P.M. UNION SAT 19 PARK UNIVERSITY (MO.) # 2:00 P.M. UNION THU 24 MARTIN METHODIST COLLEGE (TENN.) * 6:00 P.M. UNION Sat 26 Freed-Hardeman University (Tenn.) * 2:00 p.m. Henderson, Tenn. MARCHTue 1 TranSouth Conference Tournament 7:00 p.m. TBAFri 4 TranSouth Conference Tournament 7:00 p.m. TBAMon 7 TranSouth Conference Tournament 7:00 p.m. TBAWed 16 NAIA National Tournament (March 16-22) TBA Jackson, Tenn. Oman Arena Note: All game times are listed as Central Standard Time.% - Freed Hardeman Classic ^ - Rotary Classic $ - Lambuth University Classic * - TranSouth Conference Game # - Homecoming

Sports Information Director:Steven AldridgePhone: (731) 661-5027Fax: (731) 661-5182E-mail: [email protected]

Sports Information Assistants:Courtney RossHeidi Davis

TABLE OF COTENTS Page No.

2004 Schedule 2Media Outlets & Quick Facts 3Union University Information 4Administration 5Head Coach Information 6Coaching Staff Information 7Player Profiles 8-11Career Stats (Active Players) 11Athletic Staff & Training Staff 12Season Outlook 13TranSouth Conference Information 14NAIA Information & Opponent Information 15Season Summary, Cheerleaders, Broadcast Info 162003-04 Final Season Stats 17Union Honor Roll & Team Records 18-192004 Roster and Team Photo outside back cover

Quick Facts

Director of Athletics:Dr. David Blackstock ([email protected])(731) 661-5277Associate Director of Athletics: Tommy Sadler ([email protected])(731) 661-5218Athletic Secretary:Teresa Thomas ([email protected])(731) 661-5130

Head Women’s Basketball Coach: Mark Campbell (sixth year)Office Phone: (731) 661-5344Alma Mater: Lipscomb University (1994)Record at Union: 160-25Career Record: Same

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach: Katie Woodruff (fourth year)Alma Mater: John Brown Univ. (1996)Office Phone: 731-661-5171

Graduate Assistant Coach: Tonya Tuggles (second year)Alma Mater: Union University (2003)

Previous SeasonOverall record: 32-5Conference Finish: 14-2 (Co-Champs)Post Season: NAIA National TournamentFinal Ranking: No. 6

Team National Tournament HistoryYears: 15 appearances (1988-89-92-93-94-95-96-97-98-99-00-01-02-03-04)Wins-Losses (%): 33-14 (.702)

UNION UNIVERSITY Lady Bulldogs

Location: 1050 Union University DriveJackson, Tennessee 38305Phone: (731) 661-5130Fax: (731) 661-5182Website: www.uu.edu/athleticsFounded: 1823Enrollment: 2,800 Nickname: BulldogsColors: Red & WhiteAffiliation: NAIAConference: TranSouth ConferenceGymnasium: Fred DeLay GymnasiumCapacity: 2,200

Union University Women’s Basketball Media Guide - 3

THE JACKSON SUNwww.jacksonsun.comMelissa Linder245 West LafayetteJackson, TN 38301(731) 425-9637(731) 425-9639 FAX

WBBJ-TV CHANNEL 7 (ABC)www.wbbjtv.comBart Barker, Keli Fulton346 Muse StreetJackson, TN 38301(731) 424-4515(731) 424-9299 FAX

WNWS RADIO 101.5 FM/SPORTSTALKwww.wnws.comSteve Hemann101 North HighlandJackson, TN 38301(731) 423-8101(731) 423-8304 FAX

WBFG 96.5 FMDan Hughes584 Smith StreetLexington, TN 38351(800) 301-9930731-968-0380 [email protected]

WTJS 1390 AM NEWS RADIOwww.wtjs.comDave McCulley122 Radio Road Jackson, TN 38301(731) 427-3316(731) 427-4576 FAX

This media guide was designed, written, and edited by the Union Sports Information Staff, with help from the Sports Information Class at Union. The player and team photography is courtesy of the Union Sports Information Department. Action photos are courtesy of the Union Visual Communications Staff and the Union Sports Information Department. Printing was done by Tennessee Industrial Printing.

Local Union Bulldog Media Outlets

Union Basketball Radio Broadcasts on 1390 AM.

The Union University television schedule was not complete at the time of printing. Please visit the Union University Athletics website at www.uu.edu/athletics for dates and times concerning Bulldog and Lady Bulldog basketball telecasts as they are made available.

Location: Jackson, Tennessee. A city of 90,000, located 80 miles east of Memphis and 120 miles west of Nashville.

Emphasis: A private, four-year, coeducational liberal arts university. Founded in 1823, Union University is affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention.

Degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Arts in Education and Master of Science in Nursing.

Campus: Academic facilities include the 225,000 square-foot Penick Academic Complex, the 30,000 square-foot Blasingame Academic Complex, newly added Jennings Hall, and Hammons Hall. Residential/student facilities include men’s and women’s apartment villages, commons buildings, and the 52,000 square-foot Hyran E. Barefoot Student Union Building. Athletic facilities include a 2,200-seat field house, a lighted 700-seat baseball stadium and a lighted 300-seat softball park, olympic-size indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, a lighted soccer field, and a wellness facility.

Faculty: Of our faculty 75% hold earned doctorates or the highest degree in their field.

Student/Faculty Ratio: 12-to-1

Enrollment: 2,800

Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, National League for Nursing, and National Association of Schools of Music.

ADMISSIONSUnion University seeks to educate students to be servant leaders, ready to carry out the vocation to which God has called them, and equipped with the abilities necessary to think Christianly and perform skillfully in the world. To this end, Union University seeks to recruit and admit quality undergraduate students of qualified preparation and good character. Students qualifying for Unconditional Admission to Union University must meet two of the following three criteria: 1) 22 ACT/1010 SAT 2) 2.5 Core GPA 3) Top 50% of Graduating Class. Students who qualify for Unconditional Admission must have a minimum of an 18 ACT/850 SAT and a 2.0 Core GPA regardless of whether or not either of these criteria were utilized to qualify for admission. These two criteria serve as a “floor” for Unconditional Admission. All students desiring a challenging, faith-based education are invited to apply. Students may apply on-line at or by calling 1-800-33UNION. We welcome you.

CAMPUS VISITSPreview Days, scheduled throughout the year, are designed to introduce our campus to prospective students. Call 1-800-33UNION for a listing of these days. Meet faculty members, get to know current students, attend chapel, tour the campus, visit classes…experience Union! Make an appointment at your convenience with any of our admission counselors.

FACTS ABOUT UNION UNIVERSITY

STAY INFORMED ABOUT BULLDOG ATHLETICSVisit the 2003 NAIA Website of the Year, www.uu.edu/athltics for news, stats, player information, photos, and more. To be placed on the Union University Fan or Media e-mail list contact [email protected]. For results following Bulldog contests, call the Bulldog Hotline at (731) 661-5463.

FINANCIAL AIDWe are committed to creating financial aid packages that bring the cost of Union within reach of every student accepted to the University. Financial aid includes scholarships, grants, loans, and campus work. Of our students, 80% receive financial aid.

HOW TO GET TO UNIONTake Interstate 40 to Exit 80-B North (Highway 45 By-Pass). Turn left at the first light onto Union University Drive. The campus entrance will be on the left beside BancorpSouth.

UNION ATHLETICSThe University offers nine varsity athletic programs and one junior varsity program in which student-athletes may participate. Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Men’s Golf, Men’s Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Women’s Volleyball and junior varsity soccer. Union is a Division I member of the NAIA (National Association for Intercollegiate Athletics).

Union athletes have consistently received national recognition through participation in National Championship Tournaments, rankings in NAIA National Polls, and naming of athletes as All-Americans and Academic All-Americans.

Several Union athletes have taken their talents into the professional arena as players and coaches.

For more information contact:Union University1050 Union University DriveJackson, Tennessee 38305(731) 661-50001-800-33UNIONE-mail: [email protected] visit Union’s home page athttp://www.uu.edu

UNION UNIVERSITY The University


http://www.uu.edu/athletics

mailto:[email protected]

mailto

Dr. David S. Dockery, University PresidentDavid S. Dockery was elected the 15th president of Union University on December 8, 1995. Since that time the university has seen an increase in student enrollment from 1975 in the Fall of 1996 to nearly 3000 in 2004. The number of donors to the university has increased from around 2000 to over 3500. The significant increase in giving to the university during this period has included nine of the largest gifts in Union’s long history. Dr. Dockery is providing leadership for a major five year strategic plan called Union 2010: A Vision for Excellence. In 2004 Union successfully completed the Building a Future campaign by raising $63 million.

During his tenure the university has seen a strong increase in commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship. Union has been listed among the top tier institutions in the South each of the past eight years by U.S. News and World Report. Union has also been recognized during this time by Peterson’s Competitive College Guide, the Time/Princeton Review, and Templeton’s Colleges that Encourage Character Development.

The university has added several new degree programs including undergraduate majors in digital media studies, engineering, physics, sports medicine, political science, and ethics, among others, and graduate programs in business, intercultural studies, nursing, and education, including the doctor of education program. Faculty development programs have been greatly enhanced and the breadth of student services have been visibly increased. A new campus master plan has seen the addition of two residence halls, the Miller Tower, Jennings Hall, Hammons Hall, and the Fesmire baseball/softball complex. A branch campus was established in Germantown, TN in 1997, which offers programs in education, business, and nursing.

Dockery is the author or editor of over twenty books including The Holman Bible Handbook, Biblical Interpretation Then and Now, Theologians of the Baptist Tradition, and Shaping a Christian Worldview. In addition he has contributed to more than twenty others including some of the most important reference books of the past decade such as The Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels, The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, The Holman Bible Dictionary, and The Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology. He is the author of more than fifty articles and more than one hundred book reviews. A much sought after speaker on issues of higher education and cultural issues, Dockery has been invited to present lectures at numerous colleges, universities, and seminaries across the country, including Wheaton College, Azusa Pacific University, and Samford University (see the listing of major lectureships/presentations below). He serves on the board of Christianity Today, where he also serves as a consulting editor.

In 2002 Dockery was named a Distinguished Alumnus of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is listed in Personalities of the South, Who’s Who in Religion, Who’s Who in America, and the Directory of American Scholars. He serves on the board of directors of several civic groups and local foundations. Dockery also serves on the Board of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, the Board of Reference of Prison Fellowship, and the Consortium for Global Education.

Born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1952, Dockery is a graduate of the University of Alabama-Birmingham, Grace Theological Seminary, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Texas Christian University. He holds the Ph.D. in Humanities from the University of Texas system. Dockery and his wife, Lanese, have three sons: Jonathan, Benjamin, and Timothy.

Dr. David Blackstock, Athletic DirectorBeginning his 31th season as athletic director at Union University, Dr. David Blackstock will be leading an athletic department that is currently made up of nine varsity sports and one junior varsity sport. For his efforts as athletic director during the 2003-04 season, Blackstock was voted the TranSouth Conference AD of the Year.

Blackstock spent 17 seasons at the helm of the women’s basketball program at Union, where he compiled a 509-89 overall record, earning his 500th career victory during the 1998-99 season. Numerous accomplishments have been a part of his basketball coaching career including the 1998 NAIA Women’s Basketball National Championship. In addition to the national title, Blackstock was named NAIA Coach of the Year and was inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame in 1999.

Blackstock began his campaign at Union University as a baseball player in 1960 where he played for the Bulldogs until 1964. In 1967, Blackstock graduated from Memphis State University with a Master of Education degree and then moved to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where he received his doctorate from the University of Southern Mississippi. Blackstock then returned to Union in 1973 as athletic director and instructor in the physical education department.

Blackstock took over the baseball program in 1977 where he eventually guided the team to a third place finish in the NAIA World Series in 1983, the only season Union has participated in the event. It was at that same time that Blackstock turned his attention to the women’s basketball program. During the Lady Bulldog campaign, Blackstock went to the NAIA District 24 finals 11 times, capturing five district crowns, the 1998 national championship, and 12 conference championships. He guided the team to 10 national tournament berths in his final 12 seasons, participating three times in the title game.

He and his wife, Armita, have two children, a daughter Dixie Blackstock Waddell of Knoxville and a son, Rebel, who will enter Union this fall as a freshman and play baseball.

UNION UNIVERSITY Administration


Coaching StaffUNION UNIVERSITY


Year-By-Year Season Records(from 1972 to present)

Year Head Coach Record (Conf.)2003-04 Mark Campbell 32-5 (14-2)2002-03 Mark Campbell 34-3 (15-1)2001-02 Mark Campbell 35-4 (13-1)2000-01 Mark Campbell 31-5 (13-1)

1999-2000 Mark Campbell 28-8 (13-1)

1998-99 David Blackstock &Lisa Hutchens 31-5 (13-0)

1997-98 David Blackstock 35-3 (14-1)1996-97 David Blackstock 35-5 (17-1)1995-96 David Blackstock 34-4 (16-2)1994-95 David Blackstock 31-31993-94 David Blackstock 27-61992-93 David Blackstock 33-51991-92 David Blackstock 31-51990-91 David Blackstock 26-41989-90 David Blackstock 23-61988-89 David Blackstock 28-61987-88 David Blackstock 29-31986-87 David Blackstock 26-41985-86 David Blackstock 22-61984-85 David Blackstock 31-21983-84 David Blackstock 24-71982-83 David Blackstock 19-101981-82 David Blackstock 24-51980-81 Peggy Birmingham 21-131979-80 Peggy Birmingham 26-41978-79 Peggy Birmingham 24-61977-78 Peggy Birmingham 20-41976-77 Peggy Birmingham 23-61975-76 Peggy Birmingham 26-31974-75 Peggy Birmingham 24-91973-74 Peggy Birmingham 16-71972-73 Peggy Birmingham 18-5

Mark Campbell, Head Women’s Basketball CoachMark Campbell is now in his sixth season as the head coach of the Lady Bulldogs. Last season, he led Union to a 32-5 record overall and a 14-2 TranSouth mark. His team lost a three-time NAIA All-American seven games into the year, but Campbell still managed to lead the team to a Transouth co-Championship in the regular season and a runner-up finish in the conference tournament. Union advanced all the way to the elite eight of the NAIA National tournament round, before falling to the eventual national champions. Campbell was named the WBCA Russell Athletic Coach of the Year in 2003-04. Campbell’s teams have won five straight conference regular season titles and

have won four of five conference tournament titles. In the 2002-03 season, he led Union to their best regular season in school history with 30 wins before the post season tournaments.

Campbell spent five seasons as a player for the Lipscomb Bison basketball team and graduated from Lipscomb University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts degree and from Union University in 1996 with a Master of Education.

After red-shirting his freshman season at Lipscomb, Campbell went on to excel in the basketball arena. Campbell currently ranks 12th in all-time scoring at Lipscomb with 1,509 prints. The 724 assists he accumulated during his career places him in the top five at David Lipscomb for career assists. Campbell helped guide the Bisons to five national tournament appearances, a 129-19 four-year record, and a national record of 41 wins in a season.

After college, Campbell joined Union’s men’s basketball coaching staff as the graduate assistant in 1994 and then became the full time assistant coach in 1996. He worked under the guidance of fellow

Lipscomb graduate and current Union men’s head coach Ralph Turner for five seasons until being named the new women’s basketball coach in 1999. Over the past five seasons as Union’s coach, Campbell has been named as the TranSouth Coach of the Year twice (2001, 2002) and has an overall record of 160-25 (.869). He also was named the WBCA Coach of the Year in 2004. Campbell also serves nationally on the NAIA All-American Committee and is one of the three coaches on the rater oversite committee.

Mark Campbell is married to the former Molly Graves of Jackson. They are the proud parents of Gray, born on July 10, 2002 and Ella, born on April 9, 2004.

Katie Woodruff, Assistant CoachKatie Woodruff is now in her fourth season with the Lady Bulldogs. She joined the Lady Bulldog coaching staff in 2001 from Kansas City. There, she worked for K-Life, Inc. on their women’s staff helping to develop female volunteers to effectively disciple small groups.

As a player at John Brown University in Arkansas, she was an All-Conference performer on the court while participating in the Sooner Athletic Conference with NAIA powerhouse teams such as Oklahoma City and Southern Nazarene. She currently ranks second in all-time scoring at JBU with 1,642 points. Woodruff ranks first in free-throws made, second in steals, and third in assists in a career. After graduating from John Brown University in 1996 with a Bachelor of

Science degree in psychology, Woodruff worked for one season as a volunteer assistant coach at the College of the Ozarks. In 1998, Woodruff began her graduate work at the University of Arkansas in recreation management. She served as the program coordinator for Arkansas Athletes Outreach’s “Champions of Character” program which taught public school children, as well as, Univ. of Arkansas athletes character development training through school assemblies and small group discipleship. In addition to her responsibilities at the university, Woodruff taught physical education to children in kindergarten through fifth grade at a local elementary school. She also facilitated several afterschool programs for low-income housing units in the Fayetteville area.

With extensive experience in the game of basketball as a player and coach and the recipient of several honors, Woodruff believes she has all of the qualifications necessary for this job, not only because of her many years of experience, but due to her passion for working with student athletes.

Woodruff is the daughter of Adela Kisch of Fayetteville, Ark. and Walter Ray Woodruff of Tulsa, Okla.

Lee Ann Simmons, Women’s Basketball TrainerLee Ann Simmons has been Union’s Athletic Trainer since the fall of 2001. She served in a fill-in roll on numerous occasion’s in the year prior to 2001. She severs as team trainer for women’s basketball, soccer, and baseball.

Simmons is a native of Dyersburg, Tennessee. She graduated from Dyersburg High School in 1980. After that, Simmons began to accumulate several degrees. In 1983, she finished Jackson State Community College with an associates degree as an X-Ray Technician. She followed that with a bachelors of science degree from Union University in 1987. Simmons then earned

a Physical Therapy degree from the University of Tennessee-Memphis in 1991. In 1996, she was certified as an Athletic Trainer and then received her Masters of Education from Union University in 2002.

Tonya Tuggles, Graduate Assistant CoachTonya Tuggles is beginning her second season as a graduate assistant coach for Union after spending the 20012-03 season as a student assistant. She is a 2003 graduate of Union University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Physical Education and Health. Currently, Tuggles is working on her masters of Art and Education and looks to finish in December of 2005.

After graduated high school from Bradford in 1998, Tuggles played four years of basketball for the Union Lady Bulldogs. During her time at Union, the Lady Bulldogs won all four TranSouth Conference Championships and participated in one NAIA Final Four, two NAIA Elite Eights, and one NAIA Sweet Sixteen. Over her four years, Tuggles played in 136 of 142 team games for the Lady Bulldogs, including every game during her freshman, sophomore, and junior seasons. She scored a total of 943 points and grabbed 707 career rebounds. Union compiled an overall record of 125-22 during her four years. As a freshman, Tuggles was a member of, NAIA Hall of Fame coach, Dr. David Blackstock’s final Lady Bulldog team.

Tonya is the daughter of Georgia B. Tuggles of Bradford, Tennessee.

UNION UNIVERSITY Coaching Staff


Coach’s Comments. Stephanie’s presence here at Union has been felt both on and off the court. She is a great communicator/leader and does a good job of using her body in the post and finishes strong at the basket. Stephanie has proven that she can be a dominate player in the NAIA. She is a model student/athlete.Union Career. (‘03-’04)...played in 26 games after starting the season in January...averaged a double-double with 21.1 points and 10.8 rebounds per game...was named the TranSouth Conference Player of the Year, NAIA first team All-American, and an NAIA All-National Tournament performer....led the nation in field goal percentage (.624), rebounding (10.8), and was second in total double-doubles (15).Before Union. Stephanie averaged 25 minutes per game at Oral Roberts and led the team with 7.8 rebounds per game and was second on the team in scoring with 11.7 points per game. She shot 60% from the field and tallied 13 blocks on the season. She has accumulated a grade point average of 3.6 during her time at Oral Roberts. Stephanie prepped at Artesia High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she was named the New Mexico 4-A Player of the Year as she averaged 19.7 points and 15.5 rebounds per game. Stephanie was named to the Albuquerque Journal All-Area team, named All-District three times, and was the Team MVP twice. She lettered in volleyball and tennis, as well as, basketball.

Coach’s Comments. Laura knows the game and has proven that she shoot from behind the arc. She has the ability to make three pointers in bunches and has proven that her shot can be one of the best three-point shooters in the nation. Laura makes big baskets every game when we need it the most.Union Career. (‘02-’03)...averaged 4.7 points and 1.9 assists per game while shooting .403 (50-124) from the three point arc...played in 37 games. (‘03-’04)...averaged 6.7 points and 1.9 assists per game...play in 36 games and shot .419 (72-172) from behind the arc.Before Union. Laura transferred to Union as a sophomore from the University of Memphis. She prepped at Briarcrest High School where she helped guide Briarcrest to State Championships in 1998 and 2001. Laura is one of the best three-point shooters in Memphis history. While at Briarcrest, she played basketball, volleyball, and softball. During her senior year, she was named All-Metro, All-Region, All-State and was a finalist for Best of the Preps and Miss Basketball in Tennessee.

The Returning Players



Coach’s Comments. Monica a very quick guard that has improved each season since arriving as a freshman. She has gained valuable experience in big games at the point guard position. Monica defines servant leadership.Union Career. (‘01-’02)...averaged 3.0 points and 1.9 rebounds per game in 35 games. (‘02-’03)...tallied 4.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game in 35 games. (‘03-’04)...average 2.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game in 36 game played.Before Union. Monica prepped at Memphis Ridgeway where her team compiled an overall record of 83-21 (3 years). She averaged 14 points per game, six steals and five assists per game. Monica was a two sport star in high school and led Ridgeway to the state championship in track. She won the state championship in the long jump and finished third in the 100-yard dash and fourth in the 200-yard dash. Monica finished high school with a 3.4 GPA and also played in the East/West All-Star game in 2001.

Coach’s Comments. Molly he is a diligent worker both on and off the court and will bring added depth and great shooting to the forward position. She is dependable and may be the best shooter on this year’s team.Union Career. (‘03-’04)...averaged 6.9 points and 2.7 rebounds per game...shot .373 (28-75) from behind the arc.Before Union. Molly played her high school basketball at Wayne County where she led her team to three state tournaments including a championship in her senior year in 2001. She averaged 20 points and seven rebounds per game during her junior and senior seasons and as a senior she blocked 45 shots and shot 59% from the field. In her four-year career at Wayne County, York scored 2,227 points, grabbed 780 rebounds, and shot 58% from the field and during her time at Wayne County, her team never lost a home game as she helped post an overall record of 130-11. After high school, Molly signed with Tennessee Tech before transferring to Union as a junior.

#33 Stephanie Clark#20 Laura Mitchell

#34 Molly York#24 Monica Elliott

Class: SeniorPosition: Forward

Previous School: Oral Roberts University

High School: Artesia HSHometown: Artesia, N.M.

Height: 6-2Birthdate: June 14

Class: SeniorPosition: Guard

Previous School: Univ. of Memphis

High School: Briarcrest HSHometown: Memphis, Tenn.

Height: 5-6Birthdate: July 28

Class: SeniorPosition: Guard

Previous School: Memphis Ridgeway HS

Hometown: Memphis, Tenn.Height: 5-4

Birthdate: May 17

Class: SeniorPosition: Forward

Previous School: Tennessee TechHigh School: Wayne County HSHometown: Waynesboro, Tenn.

Height: 6-0Birthdate: August 18

Coach’s Comments. Jennifer is one of those players that every coach loves. She gives you her best effort every time she steps on the floor. Jennifer knows how to win and makes those around her excel.Union Career. (‘01-’02)...red-shirt season. (‘02-’03)...averaged 6.1 points and 2.4 assists per game...played in 37 games shooting .327 (54-165) from three point range. (‘03-’04)...played in 36 games, averaging 8.5 points, 3.5 assists, 24. steals, and 2.4 rebounds per game...shot .331 (56-169) from behind the arc...was named second team All-Conference.Before Union. Jennifer played at Bradford High School where she had a very successful career. She averaged 17 points, four steals and six assists on a team that finished 32-2 and her junior and senior season. Jennifer is a great three point shooter who made 97 three pointers during her senior year while shooting 52% behind the arc. Her team won the state championship in 1998 and 2000. Jennifer was an All-State performer and played in the East/West All-Star game. She graduated high school with a GPA of 3.3.

Coach’s Comments. Peggy has a great love for the game. She is a very coachable player and a great defensive asset to the team. She has the ability to score off the dibble. Peggy is the perfect example of a total team player.Union Career. (‘02-’03)...averaged 2.9 points while playing in 34 games. (‘03-’04)...played in 29 game and averaged 1.6 points per game.Before Union. Peggy prepped at Dyer County High School where she was a three sport star in basketball, softball, and volleyball. As a junior and senior in high school, she was named All-District, District MVP, All-Region, and All-State honorable mentioned. Peggy is the all-time leading scorer in Dyer Co. history, taking the record from former Lady Bulldog Laura Davison.



Coach’s Comments. ”Bird” is a quick and great defensive guard who enjoys attacking the basket and rebounding. She is an athletic guard that will upset many opponents with her tenacity. Bird will red-shirt this year.Union Career. (‘03-’04)...played in 36 games for Union...averaged 9.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.0 steals. (‘04-’05)...red-shirtBefore Union. Latorya, during her freshman year at Jackson State, Fuller averaged 18.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.9 steals per game. She shot 56% from the field and 75% from the free throw line. Latorya played her high school basketball for Jackson Central Merry for former Lady Bulldog star Sandra Fitzgerald.

#11 Jennifer Henson

#21 Peggy McCain

#15 Latorya FullerClass: Junior

Position: GuardPrevious School: Bradford HS

Hometown: Bradford, Tenn.Height: 5-6

Birthdate: August 25

Class: JuniorPosition: Guard

Previous School: Dyer County HSHometown: Newbern, Tenn.

Height: 5-9Birthdate: January 24


Previous School: Jackson State CC

High School: Jackson Central-Merry HS

Hometown: Jackson, Tenn.Height: 5-7

Birthdate: February 24

Coach’s Comments. Tiffany was heavily recruited out of high school. She is athletic, physical, and a winner. Tiffany is one of the best guards we have recruited in the last six years. She will help us get better right away.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog seasonBefore Union. Tiffany transferred from MTSU where she started half of her games as a freshman and sophomore. She scored 23 points in a game versus the Univ. of Memphis as a freshman. She also hit a last second three pointer to beat Lipscomb University as a sophomore at MTSU. Tiffany graduated from North Side High School where she led her team to the AAA Final Four during her senior year.

Coach’s Comments. Ena possesses great athletic ability. She has great defensive anticipation and this attribute is key in our team reaching its potential. Look for Ena to make an immediate impact.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Ena played at Butler County Community College in Kansas where she averaged 14 points, six rebounds, and four steals. That season, Butler CC posted an overall record of 26-5. She then signed with Western Illinois before coming to Union this summer. In high school, Ena averaged 21 points per game and led her team to back-to-back Class A State Championships as both a junior and senior. The team posted records of 21-1 during her junior year, and 22-0 during her senior season.

Coach’s Comments. Whitney is a winner who played in one of the best high school programs in the country . She is well coached and is mentally tough and those two things will help us improve.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Whitney transferred from ETSU where she started the first few games in 2003-04 as a freshman. Before ETSU, she was a three-year starter for Shelbyville High School where she helped lead them to three state Championships. During those three seasons, Shelbyville was ranked in USA Today Top 25 National High School Polls.

Newcomers



#14 Tiffany Fisher

#4 Whitney Tate

#10 Ena Daniels

Coach’s Comments. Natanya is a dominant post player. She is very teachable and a very hard worker. Natanya is getting better everyday. Don’t be surprised when she is contributing right away in the post.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Natanya is a transfer from Lee University where she tallied 10.9 points and 6.2 rebounds per game as a freshman. She played her high School Basketball at Oakhaven in Memphis, Tenn. In high school, Natanya was named a freshman All-American and Best of the Preps. She averaged 11.7 points per game at Oakhaven High School.

#32 Natanya Smith


Previous School: Middle Tennessee State

High School: North Side HSHometown: Jackson, Tenn.


Class: SophomorePosition: Guard

Previous School: Western Illinois University

High School: New Hampton PrepHometown: Lowell, Mass.

Height: 5-8Birthdate: November 9

Class: SophomorePosition: Guard

Previous School: East Tennessee State

High School: Shelbyville HSHometown: Shelbyville, Tenn.

Height: 5-9Birthdate: March 23

Class: SophomorePosition: Center

Previous School: Lee UniversityHigh School: Oakhaven HSHometown: Memphis, Tenn.


Student Assistant



Coach’s Comments. Crystal can do so many things well but her work ethic and heart will allow her to make an impact on this year’s team. Her quickness has been a big surprise. Crystal gives Lady Bulldog fans a reason to smile as they look to the future.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Crystal played basketball at Scotts Hill High School where she averaged 25 points per game. While in high school, she was a three-time Miss Basketball Finalist. Crystal was an All-State, All-Region, and All-West Tennessee performer in each of her four season at Scotts Hill. She set the Scotts Hill record with 45 points in a game as a sophomore. In her career, Crystal scored over 2,900 points which puts her in the top 5 in Tennessee history of 5-on-5 high school basketball.

#3 Crystal Eason

Coach’s Comments. We are so excited to have Paola here at Union. She is another very important addition to this freshman class. Paola is a point guard with great ability to see the floor. She makes every person on the floor better.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Paola played at Colegia International High School. While in high school, Paola averaged 25 points per game as she led her team to a 42-0 record. She averaged 30 points per game in the South American Championships in 2004. Paola spent the last five years playing for the Paraguay National Team.

#5 Paola Ferrari

Class: FreshmanPosition: Guard

Previous School: Scotts Hill HSHometown: Scotts Hill, Tenn.

Height: 5-8Birthdate: October 31

Class: FreshmanPosition: Guard

Previous School: Colegia International HS

Hometown: Asuncion, ParaguayHeight: 5-10

Birthdate: September 16

Coach’s Comments. Merideth is a great all around player who makes everybody around her better. She has the ability to play three positions. The future looks bright for Merideth and she will make an immediate impact for the Lady Bulldogs.Union Career. (‘04-’05)...first Lady Bulldog season.Before Union. Merideth prepped at Bradford High School where she played both basketball and softball. She averaged 24 points and seven rebounds per game as a senior while shooting .510 from the field and .760 from the free throw line. She was named the Tennessee Class A Miss Basketball as a junior and senior in high school. She is the first person at Bradford to win back-to-back Miss Basketball Awards.

#31 Merideth RichardsonClass: FreshmanPosition: Guard

Previous School: Bradford HSHometown: Bradford, Tenn.

Height: 5-9Birthdate: June 14

Joanna Vaughan

Class: FreshmanHometown: Rochester, Minn.

Birthdate: June 26Major: Social Work

Cheerleaders

UNION UNIVERSITY Athletic Staff

Dr. David BlackstockDirector of Athletics

Tommy SadlerAssociate Director of Athletics

Steven AldridgeSports Information Director

Teresa ThomasAthletic Secretary

Courtney RossStudent Assistant Sports Info.

Heidi DavisStudent Assistant Sports Info.

Lee Ann SimmonsHead Athletic Trainer

Front Row (L to R) - Tina Smith (Graduate Assistant), Laura Beth Dennison, Ashley Oldham, Emily Kuhnert, Amy McCutcheon, Sara Wong, Amber Bryant, Lee Ann Simmons (Head Trainer)

Back Row (L to R) - Dr. Robert Stiegmann (ATEP Program Director), Adam Raines, Joel Bain, Brandon Thornsberry, Ian Ellis, Cliff Pawley (ATEP Clinical Coordinator/Men’s Basketball Trainer)

Tina SmithGraduate Assistant Trainer

Training Staff


The 2004-05 season looks to be one of great promise for the Lady Bulldogs of Union University. As always, the goal is the NAIA National Title and Coach Mark Campbell has added to his already strong returning class to make a run for the 2005 crown.

Union’s schedule this season is filled with numerous NAIA teams that find themselves in the NAIA National Tournament from year to year. Teams fitting that description on the 2004-05 schedule for the Lady Bulldogs include North Georgia, Univ. of Science and Arts, Vanguard, Oklahoma City, Houston Baptist, Campbellsville, and Brescia. Also included on that list are TranSouth Conference foes Freed-Hardeman and Trevecca Nazarene. Union will face many tough test from start to finish of the regular season schedule, but come national tournament time, Union will be well prepared for anyone standing in the way. One tournament to really test the Lady Bulldogs early will be the Jackson Rotary Classic on Nov. 18, 19, and 20th. Union will be facing NAIA Top 5 opponents Vanguard University (Calif.) and Oklahoma City University.

Leading this year’s team will be a group of four very talented seniors. Led by last season TranSouth Conference Player of the Year and first team NAIA All-American, Stephanie Clark (pictured right). She led the nation in field goal percentage and was second in rebounding and total double-doubles. Molly York returns as a great shooter at the forward position. Laura Mitchell (pictured below) returns after leading the Lady Bulldogs in three pointers made last season as a junior. And Monica Elliott returns to give experience and depth at the point guard position.

The junior class is made up of three players, two returning and one transfer. Jennifer Henson is returning after finished second behind Mitchell in three pointers made last season. Peggy McCain is back

to provide depth and leadership off the bench. Tiffany Fisher begins her much anticipated Union career after transferring in from MTSU. She will make immediate contributions at the guard position.

Four players make up the sophomore class for the Lady Bulldogs. Three of these players are transfers into the program while one player, Latorya Fuller, will red-shirt this season. Whitney Tate comes to Union from ETSU and Ena Daniels transfers in from Western Illinois. Both of these players will provide Union with early contributions at the guard position. Natanya Smith transfers to Union from Lee University where she was a TranSouth All-Freshman performer last season. She will complete a great one-two punch in the post with Clark.

Union boasts three super freshman on their roster. Crystal Eason, one of the top 5 scorers in Tennessee basketball history gives depth to the guard position. The 2003 and 2004 Class A Miss Basketball in Tennessee, Merideth Richardson joins Union’s dominating group of guards. Paola Ferrari comes to Union from Asuncion, Paraguay and will make immediate impact on this team with her size and strength at the point guard position.

Union is loaded and ready for that run at the NAIA National Title and to also regain something lost from last season, the TranSouth Tournament

Championship. Union has won eight of the past nine conference tournament championships, including seven of the eight TranSouth Tournament titles dating back to the 1996-97 season. Union has won nine straight conference regular season championships, including all eight TranSouth regular season titles.

UNION UNIVERSITY Season Outlook


Head Coach..................Jack Moser2003-04 Record....... ....16-16 (5-11) Record vs. UU..........................0-52 Location..........Blue Mountain, Miss.Nickname........................ToppersColors..........................Navy & Gold

Head Coach.................Clint Mason2003-04 Record........ ....11-22 (7-9) Record vs. UU..........................1-34 Location................. Lebanon, Tenn.Nickname..................Lady BulldogsColors.................... Maroon & White

Head Coach........... David McClune2003-04 Record...... ......11-19 (5-11)Record vs. UU...........................1-17Location.................. Batesville, Ark.Nickname............................. PipersColors.................... Maroon & White

Head Coach............. Julie van Beek2003-04 Record...........18-12 (11-5) Record vs. UU........................2-17 Location................ Nashville, Tenn.Nickname.......................... TrojansColors...................... Purple & White

Head Coach...............Nikki Sullivan2003-04 Record..............6-25 (2-14)Record vs. UU ...........................0-18Location................... Pulaski, Tenn.Nickname.....................RedhawksColors................ Red, White, & Blue

Head Coach....................Dale Neal2003-04 Record............. 31-5 (14-2)Record vs. UU .........................8-48Location............. Henderson, Tenn.Nickname...................... Lady LionsColors......................... Gold & White

2003-04 TranSouth Standings

No. Team Conf. Overall1. Freed-Hardeman * # ^ 14-2 31-52. UNION * ^ 14-2 32-53. Trevecca Nazarene ^ 11-5 18-124 Berry 7-9 22-125. Cumberland 7-9 11-226. Lee 7-9 13-207. Blue Mountain 5-11 16-168. Lyon 5-11 11-199. Martin Methodist 2-14 6-25* regular season co-champions # tournament champion^ NAIA National Tournament participants

2003-04 TranSouth HonorsTranSouth Player of the Year

STEPHANIE CLARK, UNION UNIVERSITY

TranSouth Newcomer of the YearSTEPHANIE CLARK, UNION UNIVERSITY

TranSouth Coach of the YearDale Neal, Freed-Hardeman University

2003-04 All-Conference First TeamSTEPHANIE CLARK – UNION UNIVERSITY

Jessica Woodard – Freed-Hardeman UniversityLindsey Fly – Trevecca Nazarene University

Deana Duncan – Berry CollegeCourtney Hindman – Lee University

Julie Hayes – Freed-Hardeman UniversitySheree McDowell – Blue Mountain CollegeLatoya Torian – Martin Methodist College

Sarah Adcock – Lyon CollegeBritney Wetherington – Berry College

2003-04 All-Conference Second TeamCHRISTINA SMITH – UNION UNIVERSITY

JENNIFER HENSON – UNION UNIVERSITYAshlee Robertson – Freed-Hardeman UniversityLeslie Golden – Trevecca Nazarene UniversityAudrey Leatherman – Trevecca Nazarene Univ.

2003-04 All-Freshman TeamStacy Myers – Freed-Hardeman University

Lauren Phillips – Berry CollegeNatanya Smith – Lee University

Ashley Cross – Cumberland UniversityC’Kala Humes – Cumberland University

UNION UNIVERSITY TranSouth Conference

CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITYJanuary 29 at Union

February 14 in Lebanon, Tenn.

FREED-HARDEMAN UNIVERSITYFeb. 5 at Union

Feb. 26 in Henderson, Tenn.

LYON COLLEGEJanuary 27 in Batesville, Ark.

February 17 at Union

MARTIN METHODIST COLLEGEFebruary 3 in Pulaski, Tenn.

February 24 at Union

TREVECCA NAZARENE UNIVERSITYJanuary 20 at Union

February 12 in Nashville, Tenn.


BLUE MOUNTAIN COLLEGEJan. 22 in Blue Mountain, Miss.

Feb. 10 at Union

NAIA - National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

Throughout its history, the NAIA has provided strong leadership for all aspects of intercollegiate sports. Since its introduction of intercollegiate championship basketball in 1937, the NAIA has maintained the highest standards while administering first-rate athletics programs.

With its major emphasis on educational development, it was natural for the NAIA to strengthen academic eligibility requirements. All NAIA participating student-athletes must maintain a certain grade-point-average (GPA) while accumulating credit hours for a declared academic degree. Unlike other associations, NAIA student-athlete academic eligibility is monitored on a semester-by-semester basis.

The NAIA includes more than 60,000 participating student-athletes. The NAIA offers 24 separate championships in 13 sports including baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, football, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, volleyball, and wrestling.For more information on the NAIA, visit their web site at www.naia.org.

Non-Conference Opponents

NAIA Champions of Character A Character Development Initiative

Mission StatementThe NAIA “Champions of Character” initiative will create an environment in which every NAIA student-athlete, coach, official and spectator is committed to the true spirit of competition through respect, integrity, responsibility, servant leadership, and sportsmanship.

Vision StatementWhen researching the NAIA’s place in the history of sport and higher education, several consistencies are apparent, including its dedication to academic achievement along with athletic excellence. Also apparent is the organization’s role as a trailblazer in providing equal opportunities for all student-athletes. Above all, there is an expectation of ethical behavior and a commitment to scholarship, sportsmanship and leadership.

Throughout its history, the NAIA and its members have used sport informally as a vehicle for character development. Because the athletic arena has become a microcosm of society, the time has come to bring a more formal emphasis to character development on every level and especially in sport. The NAIA “Champions of Character” initiative, through awareness, education and community involvement, will continue to develop an atmosphere of integrity in sport. Character and cooperation will grace our youth as they compete in athletics and life.

UNION UNIVERSITY NAIA & Opponents


ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGEJan. 15 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-3Location: Little Rock, Ark.

Nickname: BuffaloesColors: Purple & White

BERRY COLLEGENov. 23 in Rome, Ga.

Record vs. Union: 4-18Location: Rome, Ga.Nickname: Vikings

Colors: Navy & Silver

BRESCIA UNIVERSITYJan 17 in Owensboro, Ky.

Record vs. Union: 0-0Location: Owensboro, Ky.Nickname: Lady Bearcats

Colors: Blue, Gold, & White

BREVARD COLLEGENov. 12 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-0Location: Brevard, N.C.

Nickname: Lady TornadosColors: Royal, Black, & White

CAMPBELLSVILLE UNIVERSITYJan. 13 at Union

Record vs. Union: 2-5Location: Campbellsville, Ky.

Nickname: Lady TigersColors: Maroon, Gray, & White

CENTRAL BAPTIST COLLEGEOct. 30 in Henderson, Tenn.

Record vs. Union: 0-0Location: Conway, Ark

Nickname: Lady MustangsColors: Blue & Silver

HOUSTON BAPTIST UNIVERSITYNov. 30 in Houston, Texas

Record vs. Union: 0-1Location: Houston, Texas

Nickname: HuskiesColors: Royal & Orange

UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND ARTSNov. 18 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-0Location: Chickasha, Okla.

Nickname: DroversColors: Green & Gold

VANGUARD UNIVERSITYNov. 19 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-0Location: Costa Mesa, Calif.

Nickname: LionsColors: Cardinal & Royal

WILLIAM CAREY COLLEGEDec. 3 in Jackson, Tenn.

Record vs. Union: 0-1Location: Hattiesburg, Miss.

Nickname: Lady SadersColors: Red, White, & Black

HUSTON-TILLOTSON COLLEGENov. 29 in Austin, TexasRecord vs. Union: 0-0Location: Austin, Texas

Nickname: RamsColors: Maroon & Gold

LAMBUTH UNIVERSITYJan. 25 in Jackson, Tenn.

Feb. 8 in UnionRecord vs. Union: 11-63Location: Jackson, Tenn.Nickname: Lady EaglesColors: Navy & White

LOYOLA UNIV.-NEW ORLEANSNov. 5 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-3Location: New Orleans, La.

Nickname: WolfpackColors: Maroon & Gold

NORTH GEORGIA COLLEGENov. 9 at Union

Jan. 4 in Dahlonega, Ga.Record vs. Union: 1-5

Location: Dahlonega, Ga.Nickname: Lady SaintsColors: Royal & White

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITYNov. 20 at Union

Record vs. Union:3-2Location: Oklahoma City, Okla.

Nickname: StarsColors: Royal & White

PARK UNIVERSITYFeb. 19 at Union

Record vs. Union: 0-1Location: Parkville, Mo.

Nickname: PiratesColors: Maroon & Gold

TOUGALOO COLLEGENov. 13 at Union

Dec. 4 in Jackson, Tenn.Record vs. Union: 0-5

Location: Tougaloo, Miss.Nickname: Bulldogs

Colors: Royal, Scarlet, & White

The 2003-04 season started just like every other season for the Union University Lady Bulldogs. High expectations where not in short supply. Union was returning two starters and had signed four division I transfers to complete the new roster. However, with three-time NAIA All-American and two-time TranSouth Conference Player of the Year, Jessica Henson went down with a career ending knee injury in the eighth game of the season, this team new that their leadership would have to come from someone new. That player was junior transfer Stephanie Clark. Clark led the team and conference in score and rebounding as she average a double-double (21.1 pts and 10.8 reb.) for the season. Union fed off Clark to glide through the rest of the season to finish 32-5 overall and 14-2 in the TranSouth. Union was named co-champions of the conference, however the Lady Bulldogs would lose the TranSouth Tourna-ment Championship for the first time since 1995. Their string of eight straight regular tournament championships was over.

Union entered the season as the No. 3 ranked team in the NAIA’s Preseason Polls. During the year, Union was ranked as high as No. 2 and as low at No. 6. Union finished the year ranked No. 6 in the final NAIA poll and earned one of the four No. 2 seeds in the NAIA National Tournament. Union cruised through the first three rounds of the tournament making it all the way to the Elite Eight where they would fall to the eventual national champions, South-ern Nazarene University.

During the season, Lady Bulldogs players earned numerous awards and passed career milestones. She also passed the 1,000-point mark for her career. Stephanie Clark was named the TranSouth Conference Player of the Year, a first team NAIA All-American, a UBCA Kodak All-American, and a member of the NAIA National Tournament All-Tournament team. Jennifer Henson and Christina Smith were named second team All-TranSouth performers. And Laura Davison was named an NAIA Scholar Athlete.

The strides made by young players and roles players to pick up the pieces after losing such a key player, it only improves the chances of even more success in 2004-05. They look to return to the top of the conference by them-selves in 2005.

2004 Season SummaryUNION UNIVERSITY Lady Bulldogs


Monica ElliottSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G01-02 35 30 74 0.405 6 19 0.316 38 62 0.613 65 1.9 57 1.6 43 1.2 0 0.0 104 3.002-03 35 49 115 0.426 5 30 0.167 52 86 0.605 97 2.8 80 2.3 57 1.6 1 0.0 155 4.403-04 36 28 76 0.368 2 17 0.118 35 60 0.583 115 3.2 78 2.2 47 1.3 2 0.1 93 2.6Totals 106 107 265 0.404 13 66 0.197 125 208 0.601 277 2.6 215 2.0 147 1.4 3 0.0 352 3.3

Laura MitchellSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G02-03 37 57 138 0.413 50 124 0.403 11 13 0.846 46 1.2 69 1.9 26 0.7 1 0.0 175 4.703-04 36 80 191 0.419 72 172 0.419 9 11 0.818 60 1.7 68 1.9 34 0.9 2 0.1 241 6.7Totals 73 137 329 0.416 122 296 0.412 20 24 0.833 106 1.5 137 1.9 60 0.8 3 0.0 416 5.7

Stephanie ClarkSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G03-04 26 221 354 0.624 0 0 0.000 106 153 0.693 282 10.8 48 1.8 32 1.2 22 0.8 548 21.1Totals 26 221 354 0.624 0 0 0.000 106 153 0.693 282 10.8 48 1.8 32 1.2 22 0.8 548 21.1

Molly YorkSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G03-04 36 97 203 0.478 28 75 0.373 25 33 0.758 97 2.7 24 0.7 9 0.3 16 0.4 247 6.9Totals 36 97 203 0.478 28 75 0.373 25 33 0.758 97 2.7 24 0.7 9 0.3 16 0.4 247 6.9

Jennifer HensonSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G02-03 37 72 208 0.346 54 165 0.327 26 31 0.839 63 1.7 88 2.4 68 1.8 4 0.1 224 6.103-04 36 102 277 0.368 56 169 0.331 47 57 0.825 85 2.4 127 3.5 86 2.4 2 0.1 307 8.5Totals 73 174 485 0.359 110 334 0.329 73 88 0.830 148 2.0 215 2.9 154 2.1 6 0.1 531 7.3

Peggy McCainSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G02-03 34 35 102 0.343 2 16 0.125 25 33 0.758 64 1.9 40 1.2 21 0.6 3 0.1 97 2.903-04 29 17 59 0.288 0 12 0.000 13 17 0.765 60 2.1 23 0.8 19 0.7 3 0.1 47 1.6Totals 63 52 161 0.323 2 28 0.071 38 50 0.760 124 2.0 63 1.0 40 0.6 6 0.1 144 2.3

Latorya FullerSeason G FGM FGA FG% 3PTM 3PTA 3PT% FTM FTA FT% RB RB/G A A/G S S/G B B/G PTS PTS/G03-04 36 116 237 0.489 6 25 0.240 94 117 0.803 136 3.8 86 2.4 72 2.0 15 0.4 332 9.2Totals 36 116 237 0.489 6 25 0.240 94 117 0.803 136 3.8 86 2.4 72 2.0 15 0.4 332 9.2

Career Stats for Active Union Players

UNION UNIVERSITY 2003-04 Final Stats & Results


Union University Lady Bulldogs2003-04 Season Stats

Record: Overall Home Away NeutralAll Games (32-5) (18-2) (11-2) (3-1)Conference (14-2) (7-1) (7-1) (0-0)Non-Conference (18-3) (11-1) (4-1) (3-1)

TOTAL 3-PT REBOUNDS# Player GP GS MIN AVG FG FGA PCT FG FGA PCT FT FTA PCT OFF DEF TOT AVG PF A TO BLK ST PTS AVG

4 LaTorya Fuller 36 26 770 21.4 116 237 .489 6 25 .240 94 117 .803 63 73 136 3.8 77 86 119 15 72 332 9.210 Jessica Henson (Jes) 12 8 249 20.8 45 117 .385 19 61 .311 24 30 .800 21 29 50 4.2 24 30 22 6 27 133 11.111 Jennifer Henson (Jen) 36 36 1075 29.8 102 277 .368 56 169 .331 47 57 .825 19 66 85 2.4 69 127 79 2 86 307 8.515 Laura Davison 31 0 249 8.0 12 40 .300 9 32 .281 9 12 .750 8 17 25 0.8 7 18 14 1 9 42 1.420 Laura Mitchell 36 28 929 25.8 80 191 .419 72 172 .419 9 11 .818 9 51 60 1.7 28 68 52 2 34 241 6.721 Peggy McCain 29 0 291 10.0 17 59 .288 0 12 .000 13 17 .765 13 30 43 1.5 19 23 21 3 19 47 1.623 Christina Smith 36 0 676 18.8 137 330 .415 13 28 .464 60 78 .769 77 99 176 4.9 65 25 84 3 36 347 9.624 Monica Elliot 36 10 650 18.1 28 76 .368 2 17 .118 35 60 .583 44 71 115 3.2 50 78 89 2 47 93 2.633 Stephanie Clark 26 26 763 29.4 221 354 .624 0 0 .000 106 153 .693 119 163 282 10.8 63 48 75 22 32 548 21.134 Molly York 36 5 559 15.5 97 203 .478 28 75 .373 25 33 .758 35 62 97 2.7 53 24 37 16 9 247 6.942 Ginger Bryant 36 36 886 24.6 121 318 .381 20 57 .351 37 51 .725 44 162 206 5.7 60 57 46 90 32 299 8.351 Miriam Wandanda 10 5 151 15.1 31 61 .508 0 0 .000 8 21 .381 16 28 44 4.4 24 4 9 4 6 70 7.0TEAM Rebounds 35 41 76 8

Union University 36 7250 1007 2263 .445 225 648 .347 467 640 .730 503 892 1395 38.8 540 588 655 166 409 2706 75.2

Opponents 36 7251 839 2079 .404 144 471 .306 374 565 .662 435 850 1285 35.7 621 419 824 98 279 2196 61.0

TEAM STATISTICS UU OPP

SCORING 2706 2196Points per game 75.2 61.0

Scoring margin 14.2 -

FIELD GOALS-ATT 1007-2263 839-2079Field goal pct .445 .404

3 POINT FG-ATT 225-648 144-4713-point FG pct .347 .306

3-pt FG made per game 6.3 4.0

FREE THROWS-ATT 467-640 374-565Free throw pct .730 .662

REBOUNDS 1395 1285Rebounds per game 38.8 35.7

Rebounding margin 3.1 -

ASSISTS 588 419Assists per game 16.3 11.6

TURNOVERS 655 824Turnovers per game 18.2 22.9

Turnover margin -4.7 -

Assist / turnover ratio 0.9 0.5

STEALS 409 279Steals per game 11.4 7.8

BLOCKS 166 98Blocks per game 4.6 2.7

ATTENDANCE 0 0Home games-Avg/Game 20-0 13-0

Neutral site-Avg/Game - 3-0

SCORE BY PERIODS 1st 2nd OT1 TOTALOpponents 1044 1132 20 2196Union University 1253 1428 25 2706

Date Opponent Score W L Record Attend

10/31/03 h Barber-Scotia Lady Sabers 75-35 W 1-0 011/01/03 h Claflin Pantherettes 91-64 W 2-0 011/08/03 a Belhaven Blazers 76-67 W 3-0 011/14/03 h Taylor University 74-43 W 4-0 011/15/03 h NGCSU Lady Saints 63-56 W 5-0 011/18/03 a Campbellsville Tigers 81-74 OT W 6-0 011/21/03 h Philander-Smith Panthers 72-32 W 7-0 011/22/03 n Concordia College 2-0 Wf 8-0 011/24/03 a NGCSU Lady Saints 67-59 W 9-0 012/05/03 h Oklahoma Bap. Lady Bison 54-51 W 10-0 012/06/03 h Southern Nazarene Univers 60-72 L 10-1 001/03/04 h Tougaloo Lady Bulldogs 92-54 W 11-1 001/08/04 * a Lyon College Pipers 84-67 W 12-1, 1-0 001/10/04 * h Cumberland Lady Bulldogs 101-68 W 13-1, 2-0 001/12/04 h Lambuth Lady Eagles 84-57 W 14-1 001/15/04 * a Berry College Vikings 71-56 W 15-1, 3-0 001/17/04 * a Lee University 89-72 W 16-1, 4-0 001/19/04 * h Blue Mountain Toppers 75-59 W 17-1, 5-0 001/22/04 * h Trevecca Naz Univ Ladies 64-56 W 18-1, 6-0 001/26/04 h Arkansas Baptist 97-60 W 19-1 001/29/04 * h Lyon College Pipers 80-53 W 20-1, 7-0 001/31/04 * a Cumberland Lady Bulldogs 76-66 W 21-1, 8-0 002/05/04 * h Martin Methodist College 69-68 W 22-1, 9-0 002/07/04 * a Freed 45-77 L 22-2, 9-1 002/09/04 * a Trevecca Naz Univ Ladies 77-57 W 23-2, 10-1 002/14/04 * a Blue Mountain Toppers 56-55 W 24-2, 11-1 002/16/04 a Lambuth Lady Eagles 82-60 W 25-2 002/19/04 * h Berry College Vikings 77-51 W 26-2/12-1 002/21/04 * h Lee University 83-53 W 27-2, 13-1 002/26/04 * a Martin Methodist College 85-76 W 28-2, 14-1 002/28/04 * h Freed 83-85 OT L 28-3, 14-2 003/02/04 # h Lyon College Pipers 84-59 W 29-3 003/05/04 # h Trevecca Naz Univ Ladies 70-60 W 30-3 [NAIA #6} 003/08/04 # a Freed 63-81 L 30-4 003/17/04 ^ n McKendree College 72-64 W 31-4 003/19/04 ^ n Auburn University Montgom 68-47 W 32-4 003/20/04 ^ n Southern Nazarene Univers 66-82 L 32-5 0Note: *

#^

denotes a conference game. denotes a conference tournament gamedenotes a national tournament game

Page 1 of 2Combined Season Stats

9/30/2004file://P:\Athleticsold\wbball\wbball04\wbkb-stats\scombined_1.html

NAIA ALL-AMERICANSLisa Caudle Hutchens – 1982

Cassandra Howard – 1984Charlotte Hart Gause – 1985, 1986,

1987, 1988Jill Crotts Forbes – 1994

Kelly Hayes Bramlett – 1996Michelle Street – 1995, 1996, 1997Celestine Gholston – 1998, 1999

Mary Catherine Way – 2001, 2002Allison Harrison – 2001

Christal Merriweather – 2002Jessica Henson – 2001, 2002, 2003

Ginger Bryant – 2003Stephanie Clark - 2004

NAIA ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICANS Lisa Caudle Hutchens – 1982

Cassandra Howard – 1984Charlotte Hart Gause – 1985, 1986,

1987, 1988Pam Harrison – 1993

Jill Crotts Forbes – 1994Marquetta Hunt – 1996, 1997

Meg Griffin – 2000Mary Beth Haltom – 2001, 2002

Mary Catherine Way – 2001, 2002Laura Davison - 2004

NAIA ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAMLee Nunamaker Pipkin – 1993Kendra Burlew Bomar – 1996

Rose Agnoung – 1997Michelle Street – 1996, 1997

Celestine Gholston – 1998, 1999Meg Griffin – 1998

Christal Merriweather – 2002Stephanie Clark - 2004

NAIA MOST VALUABLE PLAYERRose Agnoung – 1998

NAIA HUSTLE AWARDLatisha Beamus – 1995

April Pearson – 1998, 2001

NAIA/WBCA PLAYER OF THE YEARJessica Henson – 2003

NAIA COACH OF THE YEARDavid Blackstock – 1998

NAIA/WBCA COACH OF THE YEARMark Campbell – 2004

Lady Bulldog Honor Roll

Individual Records

UNION UNIVERSITY Records


SCORING:Most points, career2,372, Sandra Lewis Fitzgerald, 1975-79 Most points, season756, Cassandra Howard, 1983-84 Most points, game44, Ester Coleman, vs. University of Montevallo, 1982-8341, Jessica Henson, vs. Campbellsville University, Nov. 18, 200340, Stephanie Clark, vs. Martin Methodist College, Feb. 26, 2004Most points, game-overtime 45, Michelle Street, vs. Freed-Hardeman University, March 10, 1997 Points per game, season 24.4, Cassandra Howard, 1983-84

ALL-TRANSOUTH CONFERENCEMichelle Street – 1997Dion Thornton – 1997

Celestine Gholston – 1998, 1999Rose Agnoung – 1998

Meg Griffin – 1999Tonya Tuggles – 1999

Mary Catherine Way – 2001, 2002Allison Harison – 2001, 2002, 2003Christal Merriweather – 2002, 2003Jessica Henson – 2001, 2002, 2003

Ginger Bryant – 2003Stephanie Clark - 2004Jennifer Henson - 2004Christina Smith - 2004

TRANSOUTH PLAYER OF THE YEARMichelle Street – 1997

Celestine Gholston – 1999Jessica Henson – 2001, 2002

Stephanie Clark - 2004

TRANSOUTH ALL-FRESHMAN TEAMApril Pearson – 1998Tonya Tuggles – 1999Allison Harrison – 2000Jessica Henson – 2001

TRANSOUTH NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR

Tonya Tuggles – 1999Jessica Henson – 2001Stephanie Clark - 2004

TRANSOUTH COACH OF THE YEARMark Campbell – 2001, 2002

Points per game, career 16.4, Michelle Street, 1993-97

REBOUNDS:Most rebounds, career 1,345, Sherry Henry, 1973-77Most rebounds, season 417, Sherry Henry, 1974-75 Most rebounds, game 23, Kendra Burlew, vs. Blue Mountain College, February 8, 199623, Theresa Hale, vs. Ole Miss, 1973-74

DOUBLE-DOUBLESMost double-doubles, season15, Stephanie Clark, 2003-04 (26 games)

FIELD GOALS:Most field goals made, career 1047, Sandra Lewis Fitzgerald, 1975-79 Most field goals made, season 328, Lisa Caudle Hutchens, 1980-81 Most field goals made, game 21, Lisa Caudle Hutchens, 1982-83 Field goal percentage, career .615, Catherine Peek Kwasigroh, 1986-90Field goal percentage, season 1.) .625, Catherine Peek Kwasigroh, 1986-872.) .624 (221-354), Stephanie Clark, 2003-04 (26 games)Field goal percentage, game (min. 7 made) 1.000 (14 of 14), Michelle Street, vs. Blue Mountain , Feb. 15, 19971.000 (11 of 11), Rachel Arnold, 1987-881.000 (10 of 10), Jackie Graham Wilder, 1986-871.000 (10 of 10), Catherine Peek Kwasigroh, 1987-881.000 (9 of 9), Tashekia Brown, vs. Cumberland University, November 6, 2001Field goal attempts, career 1844, Michelle Street, 1993-97Field goal attempts, season 568, Michelle Street, 1996-97Field goal attempts, game 28, Michelle Street, 1996-97Consecutive Field Goals made 16, Michelle Street, 1996-97

THREE POINTERS:Three Point field goal percentage, career .443, Shea Piercey, 1987-88Three Point field goal percentage, season .452, Shea Piercey, 1987-88Three Point field goal percentage, game (min. 5 made) 1.) .833 (5-of-6), vs. Claflin University, November 1, 20032.) .667 (6-of-9), Alisha Lehmkuhl, vs. Berry College, January 10, 2002Three Point field goal attempts, career 793, Lori Love, 1996-2000Three Point field goal attempts, season 322, Kelly Hayes, 1995-96Three Point field goal attempts, game 16 (10 of 16), Mary Catherine Way, vs. Berry, Feb. 2, 2002Most Three Point field goals made, career

UNION UNIVERSITY Records


309, Anna Richardson, 1992-96 Most Three Point field goals made, season 122, Kelly Hayes, 1995-96 Most Three Point field goals made, game 10 (10 of 16), Mary Catherine Way, vs. Berry, Feb. 2, 2002

FREE THROWS:Free throws made, career 538, Theresa Hale, 1973-77 Free throws made, season 172, Theresa Hale, 1974-75 Free throws made, game 1.) 16 (16 of 18), Christal Merriweather, vs. Trevecca Nazarene University, Mar. 4, 20022.) 14 (14-of-17), Stephanie Clark, vs. Martin Methodist College, Feb. 26, 2004Free throw percentage, career .825, Lori Love, 1996-2000Free throw percentage, season 1. .931 (27-29), Mary Catherine Way, 2001-022. .886 (70-79), Lori Love, 1996-97Free throw percentage, game (min. 8 made) 1.000 (10-of-10), Jessica Henson, vs. Campbellsville University, Nov. 18, 20031.000 (9-of-9), Mary Catherine Way, vs. Life University, January 8, 20021.000 (8-of-8), Latorya Fuller, vs. Lee University, Jan. 17, 20041.000 (8-of-8), Christina Smith, vs. Southern Nazarene University, Dec. 6, 2003Free throw attempts, career 736, Michelle Street, 1993-97Free throw attempts, season 257, Michelle Street, 1996-97Free throw attempts, game 20, Marquetta Hunt, 1996-97Consecutive free throw made 33, Lisa Caudle Hutchens, 1980-81

ASSISTS:Most assists, career611, Lisa Caudle Hutchens, 1979-83 Most assists, season 228, Marva Rawlings, 1980-81 Most assists, game 14, Shea Piercey, 1987-88

STEALS:Most steals, career 496, Latisha Beamus, 1991-95 Most steals, season 178, Latisha Beamus, 1994-95 Most steals, game 12, Latisha Beamus, 1993-94

BLOCKS:Most blocks, career 1. 441, Kendra Burlew, 1992-19962. 310, Ginger Bryant, 1997-98, 2001-04 Most blocks, season 1.) 160, Kendra Burlew, 1994-952.) 118, Kendra Burlew, 1995-96 3.) 90, Ginger Bryant, 2003-044.) 89, Kendra Burlew, 1993-945.) 80, Ginger Bryant, 1997-986.) 74, Kendra Burlew, 1992-937.) 70, Ginger Bryant, 2002-037.) 70, Ginger Bryant, 2001-02

Three Point field goal percentage, season .388, 1988-89Three Point field goal attempts, game 1.) 31, vs. Philander Smith College, November 3, 20012.) 29, vs. Martin Methodist College, Feb. 5, 20042.) 29, vs. Lyon College, Jan. 29, 2004Three Point field goal attempts, season 1.) 785, 2002-20032.) 766, 2001-02

FREE THROWS:Free throws, game 34, vs. Oklahoma Baptist University, November 15, 1996Free throws, season 744, 1996-97Free throw attempts, game 42, vs. Lambuth University, January 22, 2001Free throw attempts, season 1058, 1996-97Free throw percentage, game 1.) .958 (23-24), vs. Lee University, Jan. 17, 20042.) .950 (19-20), vs. Cumberland University, January 22, 2002Free throw percentage, season 1.) .735, 2002-032.) .730, 2003-043.) .714, 2001-20023.) .714, 1984-85

REBOUNDS:Rebounds, game 74, vs. Blue Mountain College, February 8, 1996Rebounds, season 1903, 1995-96

ASSISTS:Assists, game 1.) 33 vs. Philander Smith College, February 11, 20021.) 33, vs. Bethel College, February 13, 1997Assists, season 781, 1996-97

BLOCKS:Blocked shots, game 1.) 13, vs. Taylor University, Nov. 14, 20032.) 12, vs. Belmont University, March 1, 1996Blocked shots, season 210, 1995-96

STEALS:Steals, game 30, vs. Claflin University, November 2, 2001Steals, season 493, 2002-03487, 2001-02

TURNOVERS:Points off turnovers, game 56, vs. Barber Scotia College, November 2, 2002Turnovers, game28, Blue Mountain College, Feb. 14, 2004Turnovers, season655, 2003-04

Most blocks, game 10, Kendra Burlew, 1994-95

GAMES:Career games played 144, Michelle Street, 1993-97 Games played, season 40, Michelle Street, 1996-9740, Marquetta Hunt, 1996-9740, Dion Thornton, 1996-9740, Lori Love, 1996-97

Team Records

WINS:Best season record 31-2, 1984-85 Most wins in a season 35, 2001, 0235, 1997-9835, 1996-97Most consecutive wins 23, 1994-95

SCORING:Most points in a game, team 127, vs. Huntsville College, 1977-78 Most points in a season 3385, 1996-97Largest margin of defeat 48, vs. Oklahoma City University, November 30, 2001Largest margin of victory 103, vs. Trevecca Nazarene University, 1975-76Fewest points scored 38, 1973-74Fewest points allowed 15, vs. Baptist Christian College, 1992-93Scoring average, season 92.3, 1994-95

FIELD GOALS:Field goals, game 45, vs. Bethel College, February 13, 1996Field goals, season 1196, 1996-97Field goal attempts, game 95, vs. Arkansas Baptist College, December 5, 2001Field goal attempts, season 2605, 1996-97Field goal percentage, game .688, vs. Lindenwood College, November 11, 1995Field goal percentage, season .521, 1986-87

THREE POINTERS:Three Pointers made, game 16, vs. Philander Smith College, November 3, 200116, vs.Lee University, January 27, 2000Three Pointers made, season 1. 283, 2002-032. 277, 2001-02Three Point field goal percentage, game .818, vs. Lindenwood College, November 11, 1995

2004-05 Union University Lady Bulldog Roster

Head Coach: Mark Campbell (Sixth Season)Assistant Coach: Katie Woodruff (Fourth Season)Graduate Assistant: Tonya TugglesWomen’s Basketball Trainer: Lee Ann SimmonsStudent Assistants: Amanda KruKowskiStudent Trainers: Brandon Thornsberry, Amy McCutchen

No. Name Pos. Hgt. Class Hometown Prior School3 Crystal Eason G 5-8 FR Scotts Hill, Tenn. Scotts Hill HS4 Whitney Tate G 5-9 SO Shelbyville, Tenn. East Tennessee State University5 Paola Ferrari G 5-10 FR Paraguay Colegia International HS

10 Ena Danials G 5-8 SO Lowell, Mass. Western Illinois University11 Jennifer Henson G 5-6 JR Bradford, Tenn. Bradford HS14 Tiffany Fisher G 5-10 JR Jackson, Tenn. Middle Tennessee State Univ.20 Laura Mitchell G 5-6 SR Memphis, Tenn. Univ. of Memphis21 Peggy McCain G 5-9 JR Newbern, Tenn. Dyer County HS24 Monica Elliot G 5-4 SR Memphis, Tenn. Memphis Ridgeway HS31 Meridith Richardson G 5-9 FR Bradford, Tenn. Bradford H.S.32 Natanya Smith C 6-2 SO Memphis, Tenn. Lee University33 Stephanie Clark F 6-2 SR Artesia, N.M. Oral Roberts University34 Molly York F 6-0 SR Waynesboro, Tenn. Tennessee TechRS Josephine Owino P 6-4 FR Mombasa, Kenya Mombasa H.S.RS LaTorya Fuller G 5-7 SO Jackson, Tenn. Jackson State CC

union university · student services have been visibly increased. a new campus master plan has seen...

Documents