Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Curtis leads Beach in rout of LeesburG, December 16, 2011

Stephen Berend/For the Savannah Morning News
Beach’s Amber Curtis dribbles past Leesburg defender Joharra Russell during Friday night’s first-round game in the Savannah Holiday Classic. Curtis had 15 points in Beach’s 81-47 win.

Amber Curtis is no threat to Paula Dean, but then Dean has no chance in a one-on-one game with Curtis.

Curtis, the best player on the best team in the region, had an excellent all-around game in leading unbeaten Beach (10-0) to an 81-47 rout of Leesburg (5-6) in an opening round game of the Savannah Holiday Classic basketball tournament Friday night at the Beach gym.

Beach, playing in the Columbia Square division, will play the winner of the Alcovy-Statesboro game at 8:30 tonight at the Beach gym.

The Bulldog senior had 15 points, five assists, four steals and two blocked shots in the easy win over the Florida team. 

Afterwards she revealed her talents aren’t limited to the basketball court.

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Monday, December 19, 2011

Miller, Wiggins lead Jackets to title, February 19, 1979



By Sports Section
Daily Commercial
February 19, 1979

Led by the play of Annette Miller and Daphney Wiggins, the Leesburg Fighting Jackets girls basketball team took a 61-37 win over Apopka for the Class 3A District 8 championship Saturday night.

The Jackets head to Cocoa Tuesday night for a regional matchup.

Miller, the Jackets ball handling and shooting guard, tossed in a game-high 20 points in the contest played at Kissimmee. The lone senior on Coach Betty Crenshaw's squad is averaging over 20 for the past four games.

Wiggins, a 5-10 sophomore center who has not seen the Jackets lose since she became eligible at the semester change, finished with 15 points.

Lajuana Spell also hit double figures for Leesburg with 12 points.





As in each of the three victories en route to the District 8 crown, Leesburg's margin of victory was more than 15 points. In fact, the 24-point spread which they handed Apopka was the Jackets' easiest game of the tourney, on paper.

"Like I said before, this is really an exceptional group of girls, "Crenshaw said recently about her squad. "We love each other, we really do."

Like it did against Bishop Moore in the semifinals, Leesburg jumped on Apopka, which was seeded second, in the early going. By halftime, the Jackets were out in front 32-14.

Apopka (37)
Kellom 6, Smith 12, Bazalgette 5, Anderson 2, Nicholson 0, Randolph 5, Bridges 6, J. Migiliori 0, A. Migiliori 0. Totals 17 3-5 37.

Leesburg (61)
Freitag 2, Reed 0, Dean 0, Spell 14, Miller 20, Duncan 4, Hood 6, Oliver 0, Wiggins 14. Totals 30 1-6 61.

Fouled out none. Total fouls: Apopka 7, Leesburg 10. Records Apopka Unavailable, Leesburg 12-13

Resources
Sports Section
Daily Commercial
February 19, 1979

Leesburg Public Library
http://www.ci.leesburg.fl.us/library/


 









Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com

















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Lady Jackets Fall To #7 In Girls basketball Super 16 -- Dec. 3, 2011

1. Dr. Phillips: Ranked No. 5 in country in latest USA Today Super 25 poll

2. Edgewater:
Four of five wins have been by 50 points or more.

3. Atlantic:
Crushed three Volusia County foes; only loss to DP

4. Father Lopez:
Green Wave off to a 6-0 start
 
5. Jones: Unbeaten Tigers will get a test from West Orange Monday



6. Timber Creek: Wolves still perfect; home games against Jones, Boone this week

7. West Orange: Loss to Edgewater is Warriors on blemish

8. Leesburg: Tough schedule has resulted in three early losses

9. Evans: Won both games of Thanksgiving Showcase to start 5-1

10. Lyman: Won five straight since opening loss to Lake Mary 

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Resources
Orlando Sentinel

Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com



















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Former Lady Jackets Carter and Lanier Face Each Other In College, December 6, 2011

Former Lady Jackets Sherita Carter (Left) Leesburg High School head coach Mark Oates (Middle) and Former Lady Jackets standout Ashley Lanier (Right)
By Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
December 6, 2011

OCALA - Former Lady Jackets Sherita Carter and Ashley Lanier teams faced each other Saturday in a women's basketball game at the College of Central Florida. Carter is a 5-7 freshmen guard for the College of Central Florida. She played under Leesburg head coach Mark Oates at Leesburg High School and made a state final four appearance during her career.

"I really did enjoy the opportunity to see two of our former Lady Jackets face off against each other," said Oates after game.


Ashley Lanier is a freshmen at Saint Petersburg College and helped lead Leesburg to a state final four appearance in 2011. Lanier is the school's fifth alltime leading rebounder in Lady Jackets basketball history.

"I felt very proud of the ladies, said Oates on Carter and Perry. "Coco Carter, Ashley Perry and Asia Whitlow made the trip with me. The girls were just there to support their former teammates and in Coco's case her sister and former teammate."

Central Florida sophomore Quinnecia Twine fueled a thrilling women's basketball win over visiting St. Petersburg. Twine turned in a 27-point performance to help CF pull off an upset of the state's fifth-ranked team. The Atlanta native made 7 of 10 three-pointers and 6 of 8 free-throw attempts while adding 3 rebounds, 5 steals and 2 assists.

2011-2012 Saint Petersburg College Womens Basketball Team.
Freshman TiChina Mitchell delivered one of the finest efforts of her young collegiate career with a 21-point, 11-rebound double-double.

CF (6-5) erased a 10-point first-half deficit to tie the game at halftime, and shot 50 percent from the field in the second half to earn the narrow victory.

Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com



































Monday, December 5, 2011

Lady Jackets Get Back In Win Column, December 1, 2011



By Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
December 1, 2011 

LEESBURG -  The Lady Jackets of Leesburg High School 3-2 (2-1) got back into the win column Thursday night with a 51-36 win over Ocala Vanguard High School 1-4 (0-2). The win moved Leesburg into second place in Class 6A District 5 play. The Jackets are ranked number 5 in the latest Orlando Sentinel Super 16 Girls Basketball Poll.  

The win snapped a two game losing streak by the Lady Jackets and put them back over the .500 mark with a 3-2 record

 "The team entered the game more focused than on Tuesday night," Leesburg head coach Mark Oates said after the game.

Leesburg was lead by 2012 University of West Florida signee PG Baylie Bridges with 23 points. Bridges shot 73% from the field (11-15) and added 5 assists and 5 steals on the defensive end.


"Baylie has been playing at a high level for four years," Oates said on his teams leading scorer and leader. "But yes the fact that she knows where she will be next year has to be a comforting feeling."
Bridges is Leesburg leading scorer this season and has taken on the leadership role for Mark Oates Lady Jackets squad. Bridges has taken her game to another level since signing her letter of intent. Oates was asked about the importance of Bridges signing her letter of intent during the NCAA early signing period.

"Baylie has been playing at a high level for four years," Oates said on his teams leading scorer and leader. "But yes the fact that she knows where she will be next year has to be a comforting feeling."
Junior Joharra Russell backed up Bridges' effort wit 18 points.

Alex Wilhelm had 12 points and 4 assists to lead the Lady Knights. Cyerra Jones added 10 points and 8 rebounds, and Melisha Dillon had 6 points and 8 rebounds. Emily Williams pulled down 12 rebounds for the Lady Knights. 

The victory snapped a two-game losing streak by the Yellow Jackets and lifted them back over the .500 mark with a 3-2 record.

Joharra Russell backed up Bridges' effort wit 18 points.

Marshanique Kelly added six points and six rebounds, followed by Temetria Simmons, who had three points and six rebounds.

Leesburg will travel to Port Orange Atlantic High School Friday night and Ocala Vanguard (1-4) will host Gainesville on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Post Game Interview With Mark Oates Read More Click Here

Ocala Vanguard Vs. Leesburg Game Box Score 

Resources
Mark Oates
Girls Varsity Basketball Coach
Leesburg High School
December 1, 2011

Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com




















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online.

Ocala Vanguard at Leesburg Girls Basketball Mark Oates Post Game Interview, December 2, 2011




Here is an exclusive post game interview with Leesburg High School Girls Basketball Head Coach Mark Oates

Carver Heights Quarterback Club Presents:




Gerald Lacey:
Good Evening Coach Oates.

Mark Oates:
"Hi Gerald"

Gerald Lacey:
Congratulations on your big Class 6A District 5, 51-36 win over Ocala Vanguard High School Tonight. You had some other players play a few more minutes than normal tonight which certainly help in March. Did Ashley Perry dress for the game Thursday I noticed she wasn't in the box score. If so is she injured or for unspecified reasons?

Mark Oates:
"Yes Ashley dressed for the game but did not play. She is fine physically but I felt it best if she didnt play against Vanguard."

( JOSHUA C. CRUEY, ORLANDO SENTINEL / February 25, 2011 )Leesburg's Ashley Perry goes up for a shot during first quarter action of a Class 4A girls basketball semifinal against Lakewood at the Lakeland Center in Lakeland, Fla. on Friday, February 25, 2011.
Gerald Lacey:
What were the keys to this crucial Class 6A District victory?

Mark Oates:
"The team entered the game more foucsed than on Tuesday night."
Gerald Lacey:  
Baylie Bridges shot 73% from the field do you think by signing with the University of West Florida early has allowed her to play at such a high level now that she doesn't have to worry about recruiting?

Mark Oates: 
"Baylie has been playing at a high level for four years but yes the fact that she knows where she will be next year has to be a comforting feeling. Baylie, her parents and myself wanted to get her signed early so that she could play loose and enjoy her senior season."

( JOSHUA C. CRUEY, ORLANDO SENTINEL / February 25, 2011 )Leesburg's Joharra Russell goes up to shoot during second quarter action of a Class 4A girls basketball semifinal against Lakewood at the Lakeland Center in Lakeland, Fla. on Friday, February 25, 2011.

Gerald Lacey:
Over the last couple of games Joharra Russell's has been scoring more is she becoming a legitimate scoring threat that opponents have to account for?

Mark Oates:
"I have asked Joharra to more aggressive offensively this season and she has responded. If we can get the 3 Amigas (Bridges, Perry and Russell) to play at the level consistently we will be hard to beat."

Gerald Lacey:
Thank Coach Oates good luck tommorow night against Port Orange Atlantic.

Mark Oates:
"Thank You Gerald"
   
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Thursday, December 1, 2011

Mark Oates Post Game Interview With Gerald Lacey, November 30, 2011

Gainesville Hand Lady Jackets 2nd Straight Loss, December 1, 2011

2011-2012 Lady Jackets Basketball Team
Lady Jackets lose to visiting Gainesville 72-67

By Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
December 1, 2011

LEESBURG - The Lady Canes of Gainesville 4-0 (3-0) handed the Lady Jackets of Leesburg 2-2 (1-1) a five point loss Tuesday night at the Hive on the campus of Leesburg High School. The Lady Jackets got off to a slow start and, found themselves down by 18 points early in the Class 6A District 5 contest. 

"We didn't come out with any intensity to start the game," said Mark Oates in post game interview with Gerald Lacey. "I have to do a better job of preparing the team so that they are ready to play."

The Lady Jackets were hampered by early foul trouble and 19 turnovers in the game. Russell, Perry and Marshanique Kelly all fouled out in the contest. Ninth year head coach Mark Oates had to go deep into his bench because the foul trouble that plagued his team all night. Oates played eleven Lady Jackets in the disappointing home loss.

"We didn't not value the ball and made careless turnovers repeatedly all night," said Oates.

Junior Ashley Perry 5-10 W and 2012 University of West Florida Signee Baylie Bridges led a furious 3rd quarter comeback and, lead briefly by one point. The Lady Canes regrouped to come away from the Hive with a crucial district road win. Gainesville remains in first place in the Class 6A District 5 race.

Ashley Perry shot 60% from the field and led the Jackets with 25 points, 8 rebounds, 5 steals, 3 assists and, 6-11 at the charity stripe. PG Baylie Bridges 5-8, Sr. finished with 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 11-14 at the free throw line. PG/SG Joharra Russell 5-8 Jr. contributed 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 5-8 from the free throw line.

SF Temetria Simmons 5-8 Jr. led the Lady Jackets in rebounding with 10.

Leesburg returns to action on Thursday hosting Class 6A District 5 opponent Ocala Vanguard at the Hive. 

In Tuesday's JV action, the Gainesville 4-0 overwhelmed the host Leesburg 1-2 , by a count of 55-17. 




















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online.

Bridges and Wigfall Ink With West Florida Women's Basketball, November 28, 2011

PENSACOLA, Fla. – High school women’s basketball stand outs Baylie Bridges (Groveland, Fla./ Leesburg HS) and Jasmine Wigfall (Orlando, Fla./ Timber Creek HS) signed national letters of intent with West Florida, it was announced by head coach Shannan Bergen. Bridges and Wigfall will join the team for the 2012-13 season.

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Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com

 

















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Girls Defeat Ocala, January 20, 1956



The girls basketball team traveled to Ocala, Tuesday January 11, for their first game of the season, defeating Ocala in a thrilling game, 45-41.

Suzanne Swan was high point girl, with a total of 16 points. Followed by Janet Andress and Patsy Chammings with 11.

Playing as forwards throught the game were: Suzanne Swan, Lana Bryan, Janet Andress and Patsy Chammings.

Playing as guards were Ann Holloway, Marilyn Lee, Virginia Davis, Lana Bryan, Barbara Prosser, and Diana Hall.

Resources
The Lakes
Gloria Ann Faus
Manager
Leesburg Heritage Society and Historical Museum

Jane A. Forrester
Volunteer
Leesburg Heritage Society and Historical Museum

Article provided by:
Gerald Lacey
Staff Writer
Carver Heights Quarterback Club
1986 Varsity Jackets Football Lettermen #82
Class of 1988 Leesburg High School
leesburgyellowjacketsfootball@yahoo.com
www.leesburgladyjacketsbasketball.com




















Gerald is a professional Internet marketer and social media marketing expert. His online business ventures and websites generate multiple streams of income annually. His consulting clients include best selling authors and international speakers.

Gerald is the CEO/President of Lacey LLC and OmariWholesale, Inc. He runs his entire business from his home where he is able to spend quality time with his family and friends. He is passionate about helping individuals to build and monetize their personal brand online.