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All home games are played inside the Peter S. Marecek Physical Fitness Center (gymnasium) on the CBC Beeville Campus.
#2 Krystal Cuellar, Freshman #4 Alexa Gonzalez, Freshman #10 Dominique Davila, Freshman #11 Kimberly Buendia, Freshman #21 Brianna Williams, Freshman #22 Ashlon Gaines, Sophomore
#23 Josefa Hernandez, Freshman #24 Maria Moncada, Sophomore #25 Chelsea Foster, Freshman #30 Jasmine Gomez, Freshman #32 Deizarae McCoy, Sophomore #35 An’Jonae Woodson, Freshman
Coastal Bend College Staff: Head Coach: April Bruene Athletic Director: Estevan Vasquez Vice President of Student & Administrative Services: Velma Elizalde College President: Dr. Beatriz T. Espinoza
Krystal Cuellar, Freshman
Alexa Gonzalez, Freshman
Kimberly Buendia, Freshman Brianna Williams, Freshman
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Dominique Davila, Freshman
Ashlon Gaines, Sophomore
Josefa Hernandez, Freshman Maria Moncada, Sophomore
Jasmine Gomez, Freshman
Deizarae McCoy, Sophomore
Chelsea Foster, Freshman
An’Jonae Woodson, Freshman
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Krystal Cuellar Krystal Cuellar is a freshman from Beeville, Texas. Krystal graduated from A.C. Jones High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Debra Alaniz. Jersey #: 2 Position: Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Small Forward Height: 5’5” Major: Kinesiology High School Awards: Krystal was on the second team All-District for softball, and she was also the recipient of the hustle award. Krystal played volleyball, basketball, and softball during her time at A.C. Jones. Hobbies: Shopping, playing sports,
Alexa Gonzalez Alexa Gonzalez is a freshman from Ben Bolt, Texas. Alexa graduated from Ben Bolt Palito Blanco High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Roman and Maria Gonzalez. Jersey #: 4 Position: Post Height: 5’3” Major: Medicine High School Awards/Activities: Alexa received the MVP award for softball and basketball in both her sophomore and junior year of high school. She was also active in Student Council, National Honor Society, and the Spanish Club. Hobbies: Art and reading.
Why CBC?: Alexa chose CBC because she wanted to make history by participating in the inaugural season of CBC Women’s Basketball. 2013 Season Goal: Alexa looks forward to competing against other college basketball teams. Fun Fact: In addition to loving Chinese food, Alexa loves helping others by doing volunteer work. Alexa is also the recipient of a CBC art scholarship.
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working out, and singing. Why CBC?: Krystal chose to attend Coastal Bend College because it’s in her hometown of Beeville, Texas. She looks forward to making great memories during her first year of college, and becoming a better basketball player alongside her teammates. Fun Fact: Krystal loves Chinese food, and she loves almost any (and every!) movie she sees.
Dominique Davila Dominique Davila is a freshman from Falfurrias, Texas. Dominique graduated from Falfurrias High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Maria Elena Moreno and Frank Davila. Jersey #: 10 Position: Guard Height: 5’7” Major: Physical Therapy Minor: Kinesiology High School Awards: Dominique excelled in basketball and volleyball and received numerous awards such as Newcomer of the Year (2009), 2010-2011 first team All-District, MVP Blocker, and 2012-2013 first team All-District Academic. She was
also recognized for her outstanding athletic performance in track– she was a regional qualifier all 4 years of high school and district champ for 3 years. 2013 Season Goal: Become a stronger and better athlete to help support the team. Fun Fact: She loves ribs, tumbling, and watching her most favorite movie, “The Lion King”.
Kimberly Buendia Kimberly Buendia is a freshman from Taft, Texas. Kimberly graduated from Taft High School in 2012, and is the daughter of Juan and Diana Buendia. Jersey #: 11 Position: Shooting Guard Height: 5’5” Major: Physical Therapy High School Awards/Activities: Kimberly’s talents on the court earned her a spot on the South Texas 2012 All-Star Basketball Team. She also earned accolades in cross country as a regional qualifier from 2008-2011, and was on the All-State Softball Team in 2012.
Hobbies: Listening to Tejano music, drawing, and running. Why CBC?: “I chose CBC because it’s a small environment close to home. I get more one-on-one attention from my teachers, and I wouldn’t get that sort of treatment at a bigger college,” Buendia said. 2013 Season Goal: Kimberly is looking forward to getting a chance to play in a regional tournament during the 2013-2014 season.
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Brianna Williams Brianna Williams is a freshman from De Soto, Texas. Brianna graduated from De Soto High School in 2013, and is the daughter of DeAndrus and Glenda Williams. Jersey #: 21 Position: Point Guard & Shooting Guard Height: 5’5” Major: Kinesiology Minor: Mathematics High School Awards/Activities: Brianna was named the 2012-2013 most improved basketball player at De Soto H.S. She also graduated in the top 10% of her class and was in the National Honor Society.
Ashlon Gaines Ashlon Gaines is a sophomore from Balch Springs, Texas. Ashlon graduated from West Mesquite High School in 2012, and is the daughter of George and Lois Gaines. Jersey #: 22 Position: Point Guard Height: 5’3” Major: Engineering High School Awards/Activities: Ashlon was on the All-District team in 2012, and she was also the most improved player on the team. When she wasn’t on the basketball court, Ashlon was on the football field as part of the marching band, and she had perfect attendance.
2013 Season Goal: During the 2013-2014 season, Ashlon is looking to grow as a collegiate basketball player. She chose CBC because of the great opportunities it offers to athletes and students. Fun Fact: Ashlon can play the trombone, baritone, and most other instruments, with the exception of the percussion instruments.
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Why CBC?: After an ACL tear ended her basketball season early last year, Brianna chose CBC as the place for a new beginning and fresh start. 2013 Season Goal: Brianna looks forward to having a great season and building buzz about the new CBC women’s basketball team. Fun Fact: Besides loving basketball, Brianna also loves technology! She enjoys making videos and designing computers.
Josefa Hernandez Josefa Hernandez is a freshman from Beeville, Texas. Josefa graduated from A.C. Jones High School in 2011, and is the daughter of Julian and Irma Hernandez. Jersey #: 23 Position: Shooting Guard & Small Forward Height: 5’4” Major: Oil & Gas Technology High School Awards: Josefa excelled in many sports during her high school career. She was the MVP for volleyball, basketball, track, and softball. Why CBC?: “It’s home,” Hernandez simply said. She’s been on the Dean’s
List at CBC, and looks forward to making history as the first CBC Women’s Basketball team. Fun Fact: When she’s not studying or being a student athlete, Josefa enjoys hunting, fishing, skating, and taking care of grandmother.
Maria Moncada Maria Moncada is a sophomore from Karnes City, Texas. Maria graduated from Karnes City High School in 2012, and is the daughter of Ramiro and Inez Moncada. Jersey #: 24 Position: Power Forward Height: 5’5” Major: Nursing High School Awards: Maria played volleyball, basketball, and softball while at Karnes City H.S. She was named to the 2012 second team All-District, and she was also a powerlifting regional lifter. Her outstanding academic performance also earned her All-State Academic
Basketball honors. Maria was also a member of the National Honor Society, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Hobbies: Drawing, working out, and playing sports. Why CBC?: Maria chose CBC because it’s close to her hometown of Karnes City, plus she gets to take part in the great academic courses CBC offers. She looks forward to building a great basketball team this year.
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Chelsea Foster Chelsea Foster is a freshman from De Soto, Texas. Chelsea graduated from De Soto High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Gary and Wardell Foster. Jersey #: 25 Position: Small Forward Height: 5’6” Major: Political Science Minor: History High School Awards/Activities: Chelsea was part of the National Honor Society, and she also received the National Scholar Award, President’s Award, and top 10% award. Hobbies: Shopping!
Jasmine Gomez Jasmine Gomez is a freshman from Corpus Christi, Texas. Jasmine graduated from W.B. Ray High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Ralph and Laurie Gomez. Jersey #: 30 Position: Small Forward Height: 5’5” Major: Kinesiology High School Awards/Activities: Jasmine received many awards for her athletic abilities in basketball: she was on the 2011 second team AllDistrict, 2012 first team All-District, and the 2013 first team All-District. In 2013, she was also on the All-Region team in region IV.
Hobbies: Reading, rapping, and being funny. Why CBC?: “I wanted to stay close to home and be apart of the first women’s basketball program at CBC. I can help build the foundation for years to come,” Gomez said. Fun Fact: Jasmine loves scary movies, although they make her cry. She also has two teeth that she can take out whenever she wants!
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Why CBC?: Chelsea had aspirations of playing college basketball, and CBC seemed like the perfect fit for her. Fun Fact: Chelsea is obsessed with the hit ABC show, “Scandal”. She loves to eat (all the time), and was unfortunately injured during her first week of basketball practice.
Deizarae McCoy Deizarae McCoy is a sophomore from Houston, Texas. Deizarae graduated from Travis High School in 2011, and is the daughter of Stacey Reynolds, Sr., and Catena McCoy-Reynolds. Jersey #: 32 Position: Center & Post Height: 6’0” Major: Nursing High School Awards: Deizarae was a 4-year letterman, and was the 2010-2011 MVP for the Travis H.S. women’s basketball team. She was also named to the second team AllDistrict in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011. Hobbies: Sleeping, listening to music, and shopping.
Why CBC?: “I wanted to be a part of CBC history by being part of the first women’s basketball team,” McCoy said. Fun Fact: Deizarae comes from a family full of collegiate athletes! Her mom played for Henderson State, and her uncle Jason McCoy currently plays overseas. Her aunts Mia McCoy and Pya McCoy also played for Trinity Valley and Panola colleges, respectively.
An’Jonae Woodson An’Jonae Woodson is a freshman from Corpus Christi, Texas. An’Jonae graduated from Mary Carroll High School in 2013, and is the daughter of Jonathan Woodson and Angela Portis-Woodson. Jersey #: 35 Position: Post/Center Height: 6’1” Major: Mass Communications High School Awards/Activities: An’Jonae was on the drill/dance team, and she also participated in track and field. Throughout high school, she was on the A&B Honor Roll. Why CBC?: “CBC isn’t too far from home, and it’s a small campus. I was also offered a scholarship to play
the sport I love,” Woodson said. She looks forward to getting to know her teammates better and working together towards a successful season. Fun Fact: Her favorite food is sesame chicken, and her favorite movies are “Juwanna Mann” and “Love & Basketball”. One day An’Jonae hopes to be a successful broadcaster for ESPN.
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Dr. Beatriz T. Espinoza, President Dr. Espinoza started her college path with the assistance of the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) scholarship after 18 years as an agricultural farm-worker. She began college the fall after graduating from high school and earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Texas-Pan American. She continued her studies earning Master’s and Doctor’s degrees in Rehabilitation Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She worked as a university faculty, counselor and researcher for 12 years. Dr. Espinoza’s philosophy includes access and success for students. She attributes her college success largely to the support of her family and other people who cared. Dr. Espinoza is proud to be growing the next generation of diverse professionals. She is married and has an 8-year-old daughter.
Velma C. Elizalde, Vice-President of Student & Administrative Services Velma C. Elizalde, a graduate of Mathis High School, earned an Associate’s degree from Coastal Bend College. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Texas A&M University -- Corpus Christi and Master’s Degree in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M University -- Kingsville. Elizalde taught for four years at Mathis High School before beginning her postsecondary career at CBC. She has served the college as the Assistant Director of Upward Bound, TRiO Program Director, Director of Grants and Special Programs and Director of Student and Program Development. She recently was promoted to the Vice President of Student and Administrative Services after serving CBC as the Dean of Student Services.
Pete Trevino, Jr., Dean of Student Services Pete Trevino, Jr., is currently the Dean of Student Services. He has a Master’s of Arts in Psychology and seven (7) years of experience at CBC in various capacities: Interim Director of the Kingsville Site, Lead Counselor, and Special Needs Counselor. He is a member of the District’s leadership team with responsibilities for planning, management, and evaluation of all facets of student service departments. Mr. Trevino is responsible for all areas of Student Services: Admissions and Registration, Student Development, Athletics, Financial Aid, Housing, Student Life, department focused grant programs (i.e., TRiO, Title V), and Testing and Tutoring. He works in collaboration with the VP, College administrators, faculty and staff to ensure the development, implementation, communication and evaluation of District’s student Services. Estevan Vasquez, Athletic Director
Estevan Vasquez is CBC Athletic Director which he manages administrative functions and compliance for Coastal Bend College’s men’s basketball, men’s soccer, women’s volleyball and women’s softball teams, providing support for more than 70 student athletes each year. He served three years as the head softball coach for the cougars. In 2006 he graduated from Coastal Bend College with an Associates of Science. He is a 2008 graduate of Texas A&M University -- Corpus Christi. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology- Sports Management, and in 2011 he received his Masters of Science in Education from Texas A&M University -- Corpus Christi. Vasquez and his wife, Priscilla, have been married for eight years. They have three girls: Nevaeh, Ava and Gianna. April Bruene, Head Coach, CBC Women’s Basketball
April Bruene moved to Beeville after receiving her Bachelor’s Degree with Distinction in Physical Education from Iowa State University. She taught and coached in the Beeville ISD for sixteen years before going on to earn her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Prior to returning to Beeville, Coach Bruene spent ten years teaching kinesiology classes, supervising student teachers, and conducting research while working toward a Ph.D. at Texas A&M University. 2013-2014 Women’s Basketball Media Guide \\ 13
College Overview
Coastal Bend College (CBC) proudly serves approximately 4,000 students each academic year. Our main campus is located in beautiful Beeville, Texas. Beeville is home to many great local restaurants, businesses, and friendly Texans. Conveniently located within 1-2 hours of major metropolitan cities, Beeville is an ideal location to start your education and enjoy all that South Texas has to offer. Cowboy boots are optional. Coastal Bend College also proudly serves the cities of Alice, Kingsville, and Pleasanton, Texas, as well as their surrounding communities. CBC has sites in each of these cities that offer many of the same affordable, quality academic and workforce courses offered on our main campus. Overall, we serve nine counties (Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Karnes, Live Oak, and McMullen counties, and parts of Atascosa and Kleberg counties) spread out all across South Texas. Our courses and programs are offered during the daytime, evening, and even weekends. Although we love to see our students in-person, CBC offers many courses online allowing anyone to work on their degree at any time and any place with an Internet connection. We also offer classes on weekends at our Weekend College, in addition to offering classes at over 24 local high schools through CBC’s Dual Credit Program. CBC is home to many quality workforce and academic programs that help students embark on amazing education and career paths. Many of CBC’s workforce programs can be completed in as little as one year. CBC is dedicated to providing education and training for in-demand jobs in the Coastal Bend such as oil and gas technology, welding, automotive, and law enforcement. In addition, CBC also offers programs leading to professions in the allied health fields such as dental hygiene, nursing (LVN/RN), and radiology. For a full list of workforce programs, please visit www.coastalbend.edu/programs. Many students and their families are excited to learn that enrolling at CBC to take their basics or core classes before transferring to the university can save them money–lots of money. Our affordable tuition rates, low faculty to student ratio (1:16), and flexible class options means students can get their basics done with us and easily transfer to most Texas public universities. CBC also provides free services to help ensure student success—after all, that’s what we care about most. We provide free opportunities and services for students to take advantage of such as tutoring, skills workshops, and study socials. Also, the Student Development Offices at each CBC location coordinate a variety of fun, exciting, and engaging activities for students to let loose and have fun throughout the semester!
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NJCAA Sports
CBC rejoined the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), the governing body of intercollegiate athletics for two-year colleges, in 2007, to compete in men’s basketball and women’s volleyball. Since that time, the college has added men’s soccer and baseball, plus women’s softball and basketball. The college now boasts six full-time sports programs for student athletes. CBC membership in NJCAA provides its students an opportunity to compete at a collegiate level against other teams in the region. NJCAA’s programs are designed to meet the needs of a diverse group of student-athletes from varied backgrounds who have chosen to attend a two-year college as the next step in their education. Given this perspective, the NJCAA accepts its responsibility for providing a competitive environment that is free from drug and substance abuse. This effort in turn helps to support a sportsmanlike, competitive environment that is both wholesome and healthy.
CBC Athlete Benefits
Participation in competitive sports provides several benefits to student athletes including: � Opportunity to participate in team sports; � Earning recognition for athletic and leadership skills; � Maintaining an active lifestyle which promotes physical fitness; � An additional year or two to mature and develop skills; � The possibility of catching the eye of a college scout; � Dorm scholarships to eligible participants;
Courses of Study
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Associate of Arts Associate of Science Accounting Airframe and Power Technology Automotive Technology Business Technology Administrative Assistant Dental Hygiene Forensic Science Computer Information Technology Cosmetology Criminal Justice
� Drafting and Design Technology � Early Development and Education � Law Enforcement � Medical Records Coding Specialist � Nursing (LVN/RN) � Oil and Gas Technology � Radiologic Technology � Welding
Bottom line– CBC can help pave the way for a brighter future. Financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available for those who qualify. We invite you to visit us at any of our four locations, look us up online at www.coastalbend.edu or simply give us a call at 1-866-722-2838 to learn more. Or you can connect with us on social media at www.facebook.com/coastalbendcollege or tweet us @CBCFuture.
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Coastal Bend College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.