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Monday, December 19, 2011

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

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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

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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.

Monday, December 5, 2011

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."

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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.

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

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.

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.

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Girls Basketball Team Chosen, December 9, 1955

The girl's basketball team for the 55-56 season has been chosen by Miss Maynord, girls basketball coach.

The girls are as follows: Sue Swan, Yo Yde, Ann Holloway, Barbara Prosser, Lana Bryan, Carolyn West, Jo Anne Brown, Mary Beth Warren, Mary Lee Scott, Rochelle Turner, Judy Rozier, Faye Barron, Sylvia Davenport, Marilyn Lee, Patsy Chammings, Janet Andress, Shirley Putnam, Virginia Davis, and Diana Hall.

The girls are practicing hard every afternoon, preparing for their first game of the season, to be held tonight in Tavares.

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Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Former Jackets standout Jaleesa Blue and Lady Rattlers Basketball Preview, Fall 2011

Former Lady Jackets Standout Jaleesa Blue in a game against UCF earlier this season.

The Lady Rattlers also added Keturah Martin (G), RaShawn Sparkman (G), Patrice Collie (G), Carrington Caise (PG), Cashala Thompson (G), Jaleesa Blue (F), Kaylin Foreman (F), Jamie Foreman (F) and Kabrina Merriweather (F/C).

Gibson's quotes on this season: This has the potential to be the best season since I've been here. Our goal is to eclipse the 18 wins we had a season ago. The upside of this team is that the talent is there. The challenge is that we have so many new pieces, me and my staff have to concentrate on player cohesion. If we play as a unit, and we will play hard, we should be successful. We will take it one game at a time, and try to make the best of every opportunity we are presented with.

Tenia Manuel Pick Up Double-Double Against Maine, November 25, 2011

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Maine forward Corinne Wellington (34) collides with Troy forward Tenia Manuel (44) on a rebound in the second half of their game in Orono on Friday, Nov. 25, 2011.

UMaine women beat Troy, advance to Dead River Co. Classic title game

By Pete Warner, BDN Staff

Posted Nov. 25, 2011, at 5:55 p.m.

Last modified Nov. 25, 2011, at 10:51 p.m

ORONO — The University of Maine women’s basketball team appears intent on using the Dead River Co. Classic to end some frustrating trends.

The Black Bears advanced to the championship game of their annual tournament for the first time in five years Friday, grinding out a 66-53 victory over Troy in the first round of the 19th Dead River Co. Classic at Alfond Arena.

Coach Richard Barron’s Black Bears (2-2) take on Brown, a 55-47 winner over Evansville on Friday, in Saturday’s 2 p.m. title contest.

“We still obviously have a lot of things to work on, but it’s nice that we get a chance to learn those lessons without losing,” Barron said. “It’s a very quick turnaround (for Saturday’s game).”

Troy (0-4) and Evansville (0-4) meet in Saturday’s noon consolation contest.

A UMaine team member also overcame a long period of frustration on Friday.

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Maine guard Rebecca Knight (21) drives for two points past Troy forward Kourtney Coleman (35) in the second half of their game in Orono on Friday, Nov. 25, 2011.

Senior forward Samantha Wheeler, who had been struggling with post-concussion symptoms, returned to action for the first time in almost a year.

“It felt great,” said the former All-America East second-team pick. “I don’t think I’ve ever felt so nervous before a game.”

UMaine beat Troy with its aggressive defense, determined rebounding and strong free-throw shooting.

The Bears committed 25 turnovers, in part because of the quick pace they created with their defense, but they also forced the Trojans into 29 turnovers.

UMaine came up with 16 steals, including three each by Brittany Williams and Ashleigh Roberts, and was able to minimize fouls (11).

“The big thing for us was the energy on defense,” Barron said. “We were very disruptive, especially early.”

“We did that without ever giving them a one-and-one foul,” he added. “I was very pleased with that, not fouling off the ball.”

Troy, which was without starting point guard Sophie Kleeman because of a foot injury, had trouble establishing much offensive continuity. However, the Trojans shot 58 percent from the floor in the second half.

Williams, a senior guard, scored a game-high 15 points and provided four assists and three steals to lead the Bears. Shareka Maner contributed 10 points and six rebounds, and Corinne Wellington posted 10 points in a balanced effort.

Freshman Becca Knight of Alfred chipped in with eight points, eight rebounds, three assists and two steals, while Amber Dillon added eight points.

UMaine outrebounded Troy 41-30, pulling down 19 offensive boards.

“We wanted to focus on getting rebounds this game,” Knight said. “We got a lot today, which was good, but we didn’t get points off of it.”

Former Lady Jackets standout Tenia Manuel at Troy University.

Tenia Manuel (Leesburg High School, Leesburg, Florida) paced Troy with 11 points and 10 rebounds, while DeAngela Sword provided 12 points.

The Bears first established a cushion with a 9-0 flurry that came during a span of 1:33 seconds late in the first half.

Maner got it started, hitting a short jump hook from the baseline off a feed from Dillon. Wellington followed after a Troy turnover, scoring from underneath off a crisp entry pass from Williams.

The Trojans then turned the ball over again, which led to a Williams 3-pointer off a penetrate-and-pitch pass from Dillon that gave UMaine a 21-12 lead with 4:06 left in the half.

“We’re going to face teams who are going to be all over us and pressure the ball a lot and we have to be able to maintain our composure and make good decisions,” Williams said.

UMaine expanded its advantage to 16 points in the second half. Maner’s three-point play, her close-range hoop off a Courtney Anderson steal and pass, and Anderson’s 3-pointer provided an 8-2 run that gave the Bears a 52-36 lead with 10:32 remaining.

2011-2012 Troy University Women's Basketball Team

Troy responded with a 12-2 surge that included two baskets by Jamesha Blake and fought back within six points at 54-48 with 7:16 to play, but UMaine was able to regroup and push its lead back to 10 before closing it out.

“We did not do a good job of taking care of the basketball. We got in a hurry,” said Troy coach Michael Murphy. “We gave up way too many offensive rebounds.”

Wheeler last played in the 2010 Dead River tourney, but suffered a concussion in practice on Nov. 29, 2010.

Once given the OK, she has gradually increased her practice participation and recently was cleared to return to game action. Wheeler logged 12 minutes and contributed two points, two rebounds and two steals.

“I definitely had a lot of jitters, but it was such a great feeling to finally be able to be back on the floor with my teammates again,” she said.