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TABLE OF CONTENTS AND QUICK FACTS SECTION 1 - ATHLETIC INFORMATION Defiance College Quick Facts Athletics Administration Defiance Athletics Philosophy Welcome Letter from the President This is Defiance College Athletic Facilities In the Community Athletic Training Staff Defiance Athletics Head Coaches Purple and Gold Club Alumni Varsity D Alumni Varsity D Hall-of-Fame

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SECTION 2 - MEET THE TEAM Roster 15 Coaching Staff 16 Players 17-19

General Information School: Defiance College Address: 701 N. Clinton Street Defiance, OH, 43512 Founded: 1850 Enrollment: 1,100 Nickname / Mascot: Yellow Jackets School Colors: Purple and Gold Affiliation: NCAA Division III Conference: Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference College President: Mark C. Gordon Director of Athletics: Jenni Morrison Athletic Department Phone: 419-783-2380 Athletic Department Fax: 419-783-2369 Athletics Website: DefianceAthletics.com Athletics Facebook Page: Defiance-Athletics Athletics Twitter Page: DC_Athletics Athletics YouTube Page: DefianceAthletics

SECTION 3 - SCHEDULE AND STATISTICS Coaching Staff 2013 Schedule 21 Head Coach: Steve Oberlin 2012 Results 22-23 Alma Mater (Year): Northwest State College Email: soberlin@defiance.edu SECTION 4 - AWARDS AND RECOGNITION Office Phone Number: (419) 783-2387 Awards and Recognition 25 Assistant Coach: Adrienne Prielipp Email: aprielipp@defiance.edu Office Phone Number: (419) 783-2387 Returning Players Tasha Brown Maria Weber

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DEFIANCE ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATION

Jenni Morrison Athletics Director jmorrison@defiance.edu (419) 783-2380

Kyle Brumett Assistant Athletics Director kbrumett@defiance.edu (419) 783-2346

Craig Rutter Coordinator of Engagement crutter@deltastate.edu (419) 783-2374

Matt Zahel Athletics Administration Assistant mzahel@defiance.edu (419) 783-2343

Michelle Trubey Administrative Assistant mtrubey@defiance.edu (419) 783-2342

Terry Ranes Facilities Director tranes@deltastate.edu (419) 783-2492

DEFIANCE ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY The Defiance College intercollegiate athletic program serves as a window of opportunity for all prospective student-athletes to experience an extra-curricular educational and physical activity that fits within the general mission of the college to develop the whole person. The student-athlete will be exposed to a variety of opportunities for personal growth in the areas of intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical dimensions as it relates to each individual and their respective sport. The student-athlete, as a team member, will be involved in a learning community that will strive for excellence both on the field and in the classroom while maintaining a dignity of fair play and continued emphasis on positive sportsmanship. Jointly, the coaches and student-athletes will build an engaged environment that will accentuate the learning process not only within the competitive arena but also within the college campus and the community as a whole. An emphasis will be placed on the impact of participation and personal growth, rather than scoreboard success, in a balanced sports program where equitable sports opportunities will be available to both genders. The student-athletes of Defiance College choose to participate in the intercollegiate athletic program for a variety of reasons but none of which includes athletic related financial aid or the promise of financial security through professional athletic stardom. Through participation in the intercollegiate athletic program, a student-athlete continues to compete for the love of sport, the thrill of competition and the fulfillment of countless intrinsic values. The Defiance College intercollegiate athletic program strives to be an integral and cohesive part of the collegiate learning and living process, appropriately well suited to co-exist with the Defiance College mission statementâ&#x20AC;Śto know-to lead-to serve and to understand.

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WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Fellow DC Fan: It is a real pleasure to welcome you to our campus and to today’s game. We at Defiance College are extremely proud of our wonderful athletic program and of the many other activities taking place at DC. The students whom you are watching today are an important part of our larger DC family, and they are among the approximately 1000 DC students who benefit from the dedication and assistance provided by our wonderful faculty, alumni, staff, administrators, and friends. Students at DC receive a wide range of distinctive experiences as we strive to offer our students the best of all worlds. At DC, students get the individualized benefits of a student-centered small college, but they also get a world of opportunities beyond. What does this mean? It means that our students start working with us before they even start their classes to put together distinctive Personal Success Plans, so that we can work with them to tailor their DC education and experiences to their own individual interests and goals. Throughout their four years at Defiance, our students benefit from a broad range of activities and experiences that are structured both to help them achieve their individual dreams and also to enable them to stand out in the job market and when applying to graduate schools. As part of that approach, we work with our students to help them develop their own Defiance College Resume. DC students also participate in a broad array of curricular and extra-curricular activities that give students distinctive hands-on experiences in their relevant fields. Just to name a few examples, we are proud of the work that our Criminal Justice students do in investigating cold cases for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office in Detroit; our Education students get hands-on experience working in classrooms as early as their freshman year; Science students run and manage a 200+ acre wildlife preserve; through our Business Advantage Program, business, marketing, finance, sales, accounting and other students get hands-on experiences creating and running actual businesses. I could go on and on in terms of the different opportunities for our Communications, Sport Management, Pre-Med, Social Work, Graphic Design, and students in many other areas. We are all particularly proud of the great work that our students have done in running Project 701, a unique student-run, separately-legally-incorporated non-profit, in which DC students create, develop, run and manage service projects. From working with the two hospitals in town to run a free primary-care clinic to micro-finance lending; from providing computer repair services to packing backpacks full of food for needy elementary school students to take home on weekends, our DC students are gaining the tools to become entrepreneurial life-long learners, while also helping to address important local, regional, national, and international issues. In fact, Defiance College was recently named one of the top 20 schools in the country in terms of community service and engagement. DC students also get unique opportunities to travel both domestically and internationally. Under our DC Global Program, we actually guarantee an international opportunity in the junior or senior year to students in good standing who successfully complete our full four-year program. Over the past two years, DC students have traveled to Cambodia, Belize, Tanzania, Ghana, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, London, Paris, Vienna, Prague, Hungary, Slovakia, and more. Similarly, on a domestic level, DC students have traveled to New York City, Washington, D.C., Portland (OR), Pittsburgh, Detroit, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Kansas City, Des Moines, Denver, Selma, Memphis, Chicago, Nashville, Florida, South Carolina, New Mexico, and elsewhere. We are very proud of the opportunities we give our students to open their eyes, raise their sights, open their minds, and, in many cases, open their hearts as well. I hope you notice some of the recent improvements to our athletic facilities. Our George M. Smart Athletic Center (“the George”) began operation in February 2012, and we are thrilled with the opportunities our students have to use this 84,000 square foot facility, with its 200-meter indoor track, tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, batting cages, fitness center, weight room, and much more. The new turf on our football/lacrosse field was installed in December, 2012, and we also recently renovated our outdoor E. Stevens Dix Tennis Courts. The new bleachers and improved flooring in our Weaner Center has also enhanced the experience for our fans, and more improvements are underway across campus this year as well. I want to thank our entire team, including players, coaches, trainers, and staff for the great work they do every day and the numerous ways in which they go above and beyond on a regular basis. I also want to thank our alumni, the parents of our athletes and the various organizations, all of whom donate generously to our athletic programs. Members of the Defiance College Board of Trustees, the Purple and Gold Club, and the Alumni Varsity ‘D’ all contribute immeasurably as well, both as individuals and through their organizations. And the incomparable faculty at DC, together with extremely dedicated administrators and staff, all combine to make DC the special place that it is. We are pleased to have you as our guest at DC today, and I hope that you will return to campus frequently for both sporting events and the numerous cultural and academic events we are so proud to host. Go Jackets! Sincerely, Mark C. Gordon, President

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THIS IS DEFIANCE COLLEGE

THIS IS DEFIANCE COLLEGE Defiance College is a private liberal arts-based college providing outstanding academic programs and co-curricular activities for a student body of more than 1,000 students. Defiance College offers students the best of both worlds. In a small campus environment, students can have hands-on experiences in their field of study through quality internships, domestic and international travel, diverse cultural encounters, and distinctive service and research opportunities for personal and professional growth. Through excellent academic programs led by motivated and caring faculty, Defiance College students make connections through a blend of professional preparation and real-world experience that will strengthen their resume. Students find a world of opportunities to enhance their academic experience, from cultural visits in world-class cities across the continent, to international trips through the DC Global program, all of which open minds to new ideas and cultures and provide insights to help in competition for jobs and graduate school placement. Defiance College is among the top 20 schools in the nation for community service and engagement as a Presidential Award Finalist for the 2013 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. DC is one of only four colleges and universities in the Midwest to receive this prestigious recognition.

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THIS IS DEFIANCE COLLEGE

For the past four years DC has been named a Military Friendly School for providing significant benefits and services to veterans. Defiance College was also selected by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching to receive its Community Engagement Classification. The McMaster School for Advancing Humanity was created to provide opportunities for DC undergraduate students and faculty to more closely examine global issues and how they affect the human condition. Faculty and students conducted projects during the 2012-2013 year in Belize and Cambodia, and will travel to Tanzania during the 2013-14 academic year. The School serves as the umbrella for the Service Leadership Program developing leadership communication, conflict resolution and cultural awareness, with the Carolyn M. Small Honors Program providing opportunities for students to participate in an honors curriculum, and Project 701, a student-run nonprofit organization. Defiance College is also home of the Hench Autism Studies Program, an innovative, multi-faceted program designed to specifically address the late adolescent years and the transition of individuals with autism to adulthood. Student life is an important part of a Defiance College education. Activities include student government, musical and theater groups, religious organizations, intercultural organizations, honor societies, special interest groups, intramural athletics, and four Greek chapters including a service fraternity. As a national leader in the field of service learning and engagement, DC teaches students to take the knowledge they have gained and use it to change lives for the better in their communities, in distant villages and in their careers. Approximately 10,000 men and women across the globe claim Defiance College as their alma mater, and they excel in all walks of life.

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ATHLETIC FACILITIES GEORGE M. SMART ATHLETIC CEN-

Defiance College boasts some of the premier facilities within the region for Division III. The Yellow Jackets play in front of the loyal DC fans at Justin F. Coressel Stadium. The 4,000-capacity facility was completed in 1994 and includes a full working pressbox with internet connection and webcasting capabilities. A full athletic training room is also located within the complex, along with a team-meeting facility, perfect for reviewing game film with full-color projectors for diagraming offensive and defensive strategy. DC also recently opened an 84,000 square-foot field house in February of 2012. The multi-purpose floor provides additional year-round training areas for all 22 varsity athletic programs at Defiance College. The George also boasts a full athletic training room, expanded fitness and free-weight areas and two fulllength batting cages. All of these facilities are available for use by Defiance College Yellow Jacket student-athletes.

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BUCHMAN FITNESS CENTER

KARL H. WEANER CENTER

JUSTIN F. CORESSEL STADIUM

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IN THE COMMUNITY

Defiance College has challenged students to defy the ordinary by exploring academic boundaries, taking on roles of civic responsibility and leadership, and becoming engaged on campus and in the community. All of this makes for an extraordinary college experience. Nowhere else will you find students committed to their communities like Defiance College, and nowhere else will you find student-athletes and coaches as immersed in service and engagement. Each year, DC student-athletes collectively contribute more than 2,000 hours of service in their community. Several teams have traditional service projects that they perform on an annual basis. Many students are also involved in service through Defianceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stellar programs such as the McMaster School for Advancing Humanity, the Service Leadership Program, and Project 701. Defiance College is among the top 20 schools in the nation for community service and engagement as a Presidential Award Finalist for the 2013 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. DC is one of only four colleges and universities in the Midwest to receive this prestigious recognition. Defiance College is also featured for excellence in blending academics with community work by The Princeton Review in its Colleges with a Conscience: 81 Great Schools with Outstanding Community Involvement. For more information on all of the service and engagement programs at Defiance College, visit the website at www.defiance.edu.

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ATHLETIC TRAINING

Defiance College Sports Medicine features some of the finest facilities in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III. After recent renovations were completed to the athletic facilities on the campus of Defiance College, Yellow Jackets student-athletes now have access to one of the most comprehensive departments in the region. Boasting three separate locations within the Defiance Athletics sports complex, the Athletic Training team makes sure the student-athletes here at Defiance College receive the best treatment possible. The DC Athletic Training main office is located on the south side of the Karl H. Weaner Community Center. The staff also works out of athletic training rooms located within Justin F. Coressel Stadium, as well as the Duane C. Hocking Athletic Training room within the new George M. Smart Athletic Center. Under the direction of head athletic trainer Kevin Tong, Associate Athletic Trainer Kathleen Westfall and Assistant Athletic Trainer Andrew Bacon, Defiance College Athletic Training works tirelessly to make sure our student-athletes receive the highest level of care possible. Defiance College also features the Athletic Training undergraduate program that enhances the services provided to the athletic teams. The staff also features a comprehensive medical team that features six physicians in a variety of medical specialties.

Athletic Training Staff

Kevin Tong Head Athletic Trainer ktong@defiance.edu (419) 783-2340

Kathleen Westfall Associate Athletic Trainer kwestfall@defiance.edu (419) 783-2345

Dan Frankart Graduate Assistant dfrankart@defiance.edu (419) 783-2829

Andrew Bacon Assistant Athletic Trainer abacon@defiance.edu (419) 783-2433

Jacob Hindall Assistant Athletic Trainer jhindall@defiance.edu (419) 783-2829

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ATHLETIC TRAINING Team Physicians

Dr. William Finerty

Dr. Nathan Fogt

Dr. Gary Okuley

Dr. Kellee Gooden

Dr. William Richter

2013-14 Athletic Training Student Assistant Staff

Chrissy Bernazzoli

Stephanie Coble

Andrew Delagrange

Jordan Drake

Ashley Fowler

Ericha Griep

Allie Jamiot

Zac Lechler

Savannah Marquez

Makayla McAvoy

Jordan Michel

Brittany Pease

Tiffany Rathwell

Sean Roberts

Allison Rowland

Brittany Shough

Joshua Slayton

Chris Smith

Sonny Windhorst

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HEAD COACHES

Jason Allen Women’s Lacrosse

Kyle Brumett Men’s Basketball

John Hartpence Cross Country/Track & Field

Jodie Holava Softball

Ryan Kuhn Men’s Lacrosse

Athena Miller Swimming and Diving

Fred Moore Men’s Golf

Jessica ‘ Cox’ Morris Women’s Basketball

Craig Rutter Women’s Golf

Brian Sheehan Football

Alex van der Sluijs Soccer

Brie Brenner Volleyball

Derek Woodley Baseball

Buzz School Spirit

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PURPLE AND GOLD CLUB

THE PURPLE AND GOLD CLUB: HELPING TO SUPPORT A QUALITY ATHLETICS PROGRAM

The Purple and Gold Club Inc. was founded in the early 1970's by Defiance community members who wanted to do something extra for all the student-athletes at Defiance College. Since its inception, the club has continually grown and has exceeded 225 members. The club serves to provide both financial assistance and personal support for the entire athletics department. For over 35 years, the supporters of the Purple and Gold Club have made Defiance College a better experience for all of the student-athletes. Visit www.dcpurpleandgoldclub.com or call (419) 783-2342 to join or renew your membership for the 2013-14 year. Platinum Members - $200 or above Two all-sports passes, One P&G logo item, One parking pass for all home football games, First opportunity to buy NCAA postseason tickets, Media guides for football and basketball, Recognition in selected DC athletics publications. Gold Members - $125 or above One all-sports pass, One P&G logo item, One parking pass for all home football games, First opportunity to buy NCAA postseason tickets, Media guides for football and basketball, Recognition in selected DC athletics publications. Purple Members - $75 or above One all-sports pass, One parking pass for all home football games, Media guide for football and basketball, Recognition in selected DC athletics publications. Jacket Members - $50 or above One parking pass for all home football games, Media guides for football and basketball, Recognition in selected DC athletics publications. Over the past several years, an average of $20,000 has been provided to the DC Athletics Department by the P&G Club. PLATINUM MEMBERS Jerry Bergman & Julie Fritz-Bergman Bryan Weaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Larry & Donna Bracken Kyle & Beth Butler Dean & Judie Colwell Rachelle & Brad Conine Matt & Janet DeMeo Doug & Kathy Dennis Mark & Keeta Diller Ned & Sandy Ewers Roger & Karen Farlee Dr. Bill Finerty Ron & Jacqueline Hale

GOLD MEMBERS

Kyle & Steffanie Brumett Randy & Marilyn Buchman Tom & Barb Callan Ray & Jean Derricotte Helen Frey Fun Factory Promotional Products

PURPLE MEMBERS

S.G. & Linda Brugler Tim & Jes (Cox) Morris Jack & Carol DeLano Ben & Kirstie Dishong Phil Fogt John & Laura Hartpence Tom & Jean Hubbard Jan Hubbard Janusik Family Francis & Jeanann Kime Gary & Connie Konst

JACKET MEMBERS

Marvin Ludwig Jason Allen Andrew Bacon Steve & Sue Boomer Brie & Brian Brenner Darrell & Sandy Brumett Dan Cornely Mr. & Mrs. David Evans Bryan & Angela Driskell Dave & Debbi Hill

Charlie & Janet Koch Bob & Marge Kroeger Tim & Sandy Larson The MacMillan Family Dave & Diane Mangas Brandon McCann Wes & Heather Moats Family Mark & Karen Moats Michael A. Nolan Jan Diller-Otto Bob & Alice Rote Chad & Diana Savage Barbara Schirmer

Jim & Kandy Selgo Phyl Snyder Steve & Marsha Sondergaard John & Kathy Tanner Kevin & KellyTong David & Kimberly Vetter Carole & John Weaner Tim & Carol Whetstone Kevin & Shari Wilson Dixie & LarryWoods Kevin & Vivian Rettig Rick & Paula Girona Mark & Debbie Rowland

Holbrook Plumbing Jamiot Family Ryan Kuhn Craig & Patti McCord Jared & Mariah Orzolek William & Jane Parker

Craig & Gayle Rutter Todd Roberts Family Sam & Chris Switzer Jim & Lisa Weaner John & Patricia Yeoman

Maxie J. Lambright Gerald & Marilyn Mallott Matthew & Connie Miller Bob & Jeannine Miller John & Joanne Moats Jenni Morrison Kent A. Moyer Alton J. Myers Joe & Sue Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil Double OO Motorcoach Tom & Vicki Sauer

Hernando & Monica Sierra George & Yvonne Thompson Paige & Alex Van der Sluijs Jeff & Lynn Westfall The Westfall Family Donald N. Westrick Roger T. Westrick Marvin Yoder Ed Yoder Realtor Jeff Zonyk

Jodie Holava Joe & Marsha Holava Jeff Judge Dave & Sada Laurendeau Brad & Darlene Leverenz Marcus & Laura Matyas Chuck & Helen McGervey Athena Miller Fred & Carol Moore Priscilla & Bill Pixler

Kathy & Randy Punches Dave & Lynne Saunders Brian Sheehan Pat Sullivan The Trubey Family Rob & Joyce Walker Paul, Jenny, Gretchen & Ben Weber Derek Woodley

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ALUMNI VARSITY ‘D’

Alumni Varsity ‘D’ is an organization comprised of all former Yellow Jacket letter winners. The goals of the Alumni Varsity ‘D’ are: - Further promote athletics at Defiance College - Coordinate the spirit of the Alumni Varsity ‘D’ letter winners with that of the DC athletics program - Help stimulate a better relationship among athletes’ parents, friends of the College and the DC athletics program - Aid the athletics staff in the recruitment of student-athletes - Maintain a close relationship among DC student-athletes - Sponsor the DC Athletics Hall of Fame, Coach-of-the-Year and Honorary Letterman programs

As Alumni Varsity ‘D’ contributors, we join together to do great things. AVD has contributed over $30,000 this past year to support the special needs of our athletic department. Below are just a few of the projects supported by AVD in the past. - $40,000 to go toward our field house pledge of $100,000 - $18,000 for weight room in George M. Smart Athletic Center - $10,000 for chairs, rugs and safety padding in Weaner Center - $10,000 for new lighting in Weaner Center - $10,000 to refinish and paint floors in the Weaner Center - $10,000 to refurbish the Hohenberger Lounge - $10,000 for the new Sal Hench Field press box

- $10,000 to purchase new seating for Winsper-Knobel Field - $8,000 for updates to Sal Hench Field - $7,500 for locker rooms for men’s and women’s soccer - $5,500 for the Craig Rutter Field press box - $4,000 for a new 40-pound washer for The George - $3,000 for new ticket booths at the Justin F. Coressel Stadium

Your contributions go directly toward helping current student-athletes at Defiance College. Be a part of the AVD’s annual giving program and make a difference today! Call Alumni Relations at (419) 783-2572 for more information, or visit the Defiance College Alumni Varsity ‘D’ website at http://alumni.defiance.edu and click the Alumni Varsity ‘D’ tab in the lower portion of the left column.

SARAH HARMAN (‘03) 2013 HALL-OF-FAME INDUCTEE

JAMES D. HARRIS (‘92) 2013 HALL-OF-FAME INDUCTEE

SHEILA MCGILL (‘94) 2013 HALL-OF-FAME INDUCTEE

BRETT WINGATE (‘83) 2013 HALL-OF-FAME INDUCTEE

DEFIANCE COLLEGE ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY The Defiance College intercollegiate athletics program serves as a window of opportunity for all prospective student-athletes to experience an extra-curricular educational and physical activity that fits within the general mission of the college to develop the whole person. The student-athlete will be exposed to a variety of opportunities for personal growth in the areas of intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical dimensions as it relates to each individual and their respective sport. The student-athlete, as a team member, will be involved in a learning community that will strive for excellence both on the field and in the classroom while maintaining a dignity of fair play and continued emphasis on positive sportsmanship. Jointly, the coaches and student-athletes will build an engaged environment that will accentuate the learning process not only within the competitive arena but also within the college campus and the community as a whole. An emphasis will be

placed on the impact of participation and personal growth, rather than scoreboard success, in a balanced sports program where equitable sports opportunities will be available to both genders. The student-athletes of Defiance College choose to participate in the intercollegiate athletics program for a variety of reasons but none of which includes athletic related financial aid, or the promise of financial security through professional athletic stardom. Through participation in the intercollegiate athletics program, a student-athlete continues to compete for the love of sport, the thrill of competition and the fulfillment of countless intrinsic values. The Defiance College intercollegiate athletics program strives to be an integral and cohesive part of the collegiate learning and living process, appropriately well suited to co-exist with the Defiance College mission statement…to know, to lead, to serve and to understand.

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ALUMNI VARSITY ‘D’ HALL OF FAME 1974 Dr. Dennis D. Bell, 1947 Leighton Conkey, 1925 Victor Fowler, 1933 Merle A. McDonald, 1948 Gilbert Smith, 1928 Olan Smith, 1946 Charles Hemlein, 1918 1975 Joseph Bowers, 1932 Dr. Charles Krouse, 1943 Howard Scheurman, 1926 1976 Fred J. Brown, 1922 Richard M. Small, 1949 Fred Thompson, 1911 1977 Dr. Michael D. Craden, 1960 William A. Pellington, 1951 Dr. Charles F. Wahl, 1949 1978 Lloyd E. Geer, 1931 Lavon “Ed” Rex Vernon C. Snyder, 1950 1979 R. Jack Behringer, 1949 O. Dudley Ebersole, 1932 Thomas J. Grzywinski, 1963 C. Leslie James, 1926 1980 R. Donnell Cathey, 1965 Dr. Ralph H. Geer, 1930 Dallas J. Gisler, 1933 Dick Lord, 1943 1981 Benjamin F. Davis, 1967 Charles “Skip” Vosler, 1966 Raymond R. Etzler, 1963

1982 Martin A. Baumhower, 1963 Blaine P. Dowler, 1943 Obed H. May, 1920 Kirk Mee, III (Coach - 1963-66)

1990 Virgil M. Feeney, 1940 Larry Holden, 1970 Joyce D. Anderson, 1966 Paul Yoder, 1959

1998 Cletus E. Dreher, 1950 Lowell E. Gingrich, 1940 Larry R. Papenfuss, 1981 Patricia A. Peter, 1971

1983 Raymond (Bill) Rex, 1938 Dr. Rowen (Coach - 1951-54) Olen J. Slough, 1932 Dr. Jack P. Yager, 1943

1991 Carol A. Anderson (Coach) Emmett Clinton Dix II, 1971 Donald B. Dunham, 1938 Paul E. Ladd, 1961 Lester H. Hale, 1934

1999 Dennis Bostelman, 1988 Don F. Canfield, 1950 Joseph F. Dawson, 1950 Kenneth R. Rollins, 1956

1984 Frederick W. Bennetts C. Bruce Derricotte, 1950 Robert R. Diller, 1949 George M. Smart, 1967 1985 Frederick G. Fox, 1929 Charles A. Koch, 1960 John G. Manchester, 1941 1986 Jose M. Arellano, 1967 Dr. James F. Ladd, 1958 Roger Merb (Coach 1967-70) 1987 Roger D. Eicher, 1956 Lowell L. Snider, 1959 Ray Sumpter, 1951 John T. Szabo, 1960 1988 Bruce Baer, 1974 Carlin B. Carpenter, 1964 Clare Fahrer, 1935 Robert P. Heischman, 1936 1989 Robert H. Deitrick, 1960 Jerry D. Griffith, 1970 Duane C. Hocking Robert A. Martin, 1976

1992 Marv Hohenberger Howard E. Meyer, 1958 David Al Polzin, 1971 Howard W. Spicer, 1950 1993 Ltc. Michael E. Hittle, 1973 Dan J. Kline, 1968 Deryll Rohda, 1977 Howard W. Spicer, 1950 1994 Thomas P. Herman, 1966 Dennis M. Kidwell, 1969 Norman Krueckeberg, 1965 Walter C. Zverina, 1958 1995 James W. Arnzen, 1980 Thomas F. Bauerle, 1970 Howard D. Johnson, 1970 Paul R. Ondrus, 1971 1996 James D. Amstutz, 1972 Alan R. Moore, 1959 Christine M. Slattery, 1979 Lori B. Ward, 1986 1997 Kendall K. Bush, 1974 John M. Decker, 1971 James J. Mains, Jr., 1940 Vicki L. Martinich, 1979

2000 Connie S. Collier, 1981 Gary L. Evans, 1970 James A. Glase, 1970 Martha E. Mallott, 1981 Darcy M. Robinson, 1983

2005 Deborah(Shreve)Baringer,1973 Tracy (Hanson) Beck, 1985 Michael S. Burke, 1974 Sheri (Plassman) Kovaleski, 1984 Michael R. Snyder, 1964 2006 Randy Buchman (Coach - 1964-69) Cindy Elliott (Coach - 1983-94) Dan Renftle, 1985 Ed Roeth, 1971 Noel Underwood, 1957

2001 Russell E. Glenn, 1954 A. Bernard Hatch, 1953 Kathy E. (Elliott) Krygier, 1973 Paul D. Yon, 1970 Linda (Laughrey) Zelms, 1971 2002 Elmo Faiella, 1953 Kevin Finfrock, 1986 Marcia (Burton) House, 1982 Holland Huss, 1951 Frank Lantz, Jr., 1968 2003 Denise Bierly, 1990 Jerry Futrell, 1980 Martha Litherland (Coach - 1979-87) Mitchell Naufel, 1981 Ronald Tisdale, 1977 2004 Lawrence Bowers, 1933 Kirsten Meyer, 1976 Mark Meyer, 1979 Brent Renollet, 1986 Cathy (Robinson) Rohr, 1980

2007 Pam Borton, 1987 Michael England, 1974 Robin Harris, 1980 2008 Doug Murray, 1983 Marv Retcher, 1972 Patricia Schwiebert, 1984 George Stockman, 1957 2009 Cindy (Youtsey) Conner, 1992 David Scott, 1973 Mark Shine, 1974 Michael Wright, 1972 2010 Rodger Geren, 1969 Timothy Lee, 1976 Tami (Moser) Lupton, 1998 Steven Wilkin, 1975 2011 Jeff Boulton, 1984 Stanley Meinen, 1985 Tammy Parker, 1987 Walter Turner, 1982 2012 Ernie Doherty, 1971 Tyrone Gilbert, 1980 Tom Held, 1985 Darlene Kaufman, 1988

ALUMNI VARSITY ‘D’ EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS Annette Hoeffel, 1999 - President David Polzin, 1971 - Past President Jeff Boulton, 1984 Nate Conley, 2010 Matt Huard, 1998

Jason Lee, 1995 Kirsten Meyer, 1976 Mark Miller, 1981 Bill Ondrus, 1980 Brent Renollet, 1986

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Marv Retcher, 1972 Mike Snyder, 1964 Kyle Tietje, 2013 Jim Treece, 1957

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TEAM ROSTER

NAME

MAJOR

Tasha Brown Sport Management Haley Kuhlman Business Administration Savannah Marquez Athletic Training Kayla Miller Criminal Justice Nicole Tank Molecular Biology Maria Weber Molecular Biology

HOMETOWN CLASS

Fowler, Ind. Oregon, Ohio Porterville, Calif. Wadsworth, Ohio Lincoln Park, Mich. Defiance, Ohio

Sr. So. So. Fr. So. So.

Bold indicates returning athlete.

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COACHING STAFF HEAD COACH Steve Oberlin

Seventh Season Northwest State Phone: (419) 783-2387 Email: soberlin@defiance.edu

Steve Oberlin enters his seventh season as the head coach of the Defiance College men’s and women’s tennis programs in 2013-14. The Northwest State alum was promoted to head coach after serving as an assistant for both squads during the 2006-2007 campaigns. Oberlin has 19 years of tennis coaching under his belt, and has experience coaching both tennis and basketball at the high school and collegiate levels. The past four seasons, the Stryker High product served as an assistant coach for DC’s women’s basketball squad. Oberlin graduated with a degree in business management from Northwest State.

ASSISTANT COACH Adrienne Prielipp

Second Season Adrian College Phone: (419) 783-2387 Email: aprielipp@defiance.edu Adrienne Prielipp returns to the Defiance College athletics staff as assistant coach for the men’s and women’s tennis programs for the 2013-2014 seasons. Prielipp graduated from Adrian College in April of 2012 with a degree in marketing, while achieving summa cum laude honors with a grade-point average of 3.89. While attending Adrian, Prielipp was a member of the women’s tennis team from 2008 through 2010. Along with coaching, Prielipp is working towards a master’s degree in business from Defiance College. 16

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MEET THE JACKETS TASHA BROWN

Class: Senior Major: Sport Management Hometown: Fowler, Ind. High School: Benton Central

Junior (2012): Competed in all 12 singles matches at the three spot. Completed 11 doubles matches at the two spot. Sophomore (2011): Competed in 14 singles matches at the three, four and five positions and 13 doubles matches between two and three double. Recorded three wins in Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference action at the number three doubles. Freshman (2010): Played two matches at No. 4 singles and 14 matches at No. 5 singles. High School: Earned two varsity letters at Benton Central High for head coach, Carly Buetter. Personal: Daughter of DiAnn and Tracy Brown

HALEY KUHLMAN

Class: Sophomore Major: Business Administration Hometown: Oregon, Ohio High School: Clay Prep: Lettered two years at Clay High School in softball. Personal: Daughter of Kirk and Beth … Also a member of Defiance College lacrosse team … Majoring in business administration.

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MEET THE JACKETS SAVANNAH MARQUEZ Class: Sophomore Major: Athletic Training Hometown: Porterville, Calif. High School: Porterville

Prep: Lettered four years at Porterville High School in tennis and swimming … Personal: Daughter of Anthony and Connie Marquez … Majoring in athletic training.

KAYLA MILLER

Class: Freshman Major: Criminal Justice Hometown: Wadsworth, Ohio High School: Wadsworth Prep: Lettered three years at Wadsworth High School in swimming under head coach Liz Hastings … Lettered three years in track and field under head coach John Burton and pole vault coach Steve Miller. Personal: Daughter of Steve and Jocelyn Miller … Has two sisters Athena and Alicia … Athena is the head swimming and diving coach at Defiance College … Also a member of the Defiance College swim and track and field teams … Majoring in criminal justice. 18

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MEET THE JACKETS NICOLE TANK

Class: Sophomore Major: Molecular Biology Hometown: Lincoln Park, Mich. High School: Theodore Roosevelt Prep: Lettered two years at Theodore Roosevelt High School … Received Coach’s Award for tennis … Captain of tennis and swimming teams … Named 2012 Theodore Roosevelt High School Female Athlete of the Year … Also lettered for four years in swimming … Personal: Daughter of Terry and Mike Tank … Also a member of Defiance College swim team … Majoring in molecular biology.

MARIA WEBER

Class: Sophomore Major: Molecular Biology Hometown: Defiance, Ohio High School: Ayersville Freshman (2012): Competed in eight singles matches at the five and six spots for the Yellow Jackets … Competed in nine doubles matches at the two and three positions … Won an HCAC match in singles play against Bluffton … Partnered with Bethany Brown to win an HCAC doubles match against Bluffton … Prep: Lettered three years at Ayersville High School under head coach Jeff Strata … Also lettered for four years in golf … Personal: Daughter of William and Patricia Weber … Majoring in molecular biology.

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2013 SCHEDULE DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Sep. 14 Rose-Hulman* Defiance 10:00 a.m. Sep. 18 @ Manchester* N. Manchester, Ind. 4:00 p.m. Sep. 21 @ Franklin* Franklin, Ind. 10:00 a.m. Sep. 25 Anderson* Defiance 4:00 p.m. Sep. 28 Hanover* Defiance 10:00 a.m. Oct. 5 @ Trasylvania* Lexington, Ky. 10:00 a.m. Oct. 9 @ Earlham* Richmond, Ind. 4:00 p.m. Oct. 12 @ Mount St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s* Cincinnati, Ohio 11:00 a.m. Asterisk (*) Indicates HCAC match. Bold indicates home match.

WEBER

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2012 RESULTS DATE OPPONENT LOCATION RESULT Sep. 6 @ Ohio Northern Ada, Ohio L (9-0) Sep. 7 Findlay Defiance L (8-1) Sep. 12 Earlham* Defiance L (7-2) Sep. 13 @ Adrian Adrian, Mich. L (8-1) Sep. 15 @ Rose-Hulman* Terre Haute, Ind. L (9-0) Sep. 19 Manchester* Defiance L (8-1) Sep. 20 @ Bethel Mishawaka, Ind. L (9-0) Sep. 22 Franklin* Defiance L (9-0) Sep. 29 Transylvania* Defiance L (8-1) Oct. 3 @ Bluffton* Bluffton, Ohio W (7-2) Oct. 6 @ Hanover* Hanover, Ind. L (8-1) Oct. 10 @ Anderson Anderson, Ind. L (9-0) Asterisk (*) Indicates HCAC match. Bold indicates home match.

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LaBARBERA

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OVERALL RESULTS

SINGLES Name #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 Total Bethany Brown - - - 2-5 - - 2-5 Tasha Brown - - 0-12 - - - 0-12 Danielle LaBarbera - - - - 3-8 - 3-8 Catie Savage - 1-10 - - - - 1-10 Maria Weber - - - - - 0-3 0-3 Kirsten Wieland 2-10 - - - - - 2-10 Doubles Team #1 #2 #3 Total B. Brown/Weber - - 0-4 0-4 T. Brown/LaBarbera - 0-11 - 0-11 Savage/Wieland 2-10 - - 2-10

CONFERENCE RESULTS

SINGLES Name #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 Total Bethany Brown - - - 1-2 - - 1-2 Tasha Brown - - 0-8 - - - 0-8 Danielle LaBarbera - - - - 2-5 - 2-5 Catie Savage - 1-7 - - - - 1-7 Maria Weber - - - - - 0-1 0-1 Kirsten Wieland 2-7 - - - - - 2-7 Doubles Team #1 #2 #3 Total B. Brown/Weber - - 0-2 0-2 T. Brown/LaBarbera - 0-7 - 0-7 Savage/Wieland 2-6 - - 2-6 Bold indicates returning athlete.

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ALL-HCAC

2006: 2007: 2010: 2011: 2012:

Emily Meyer Emily Meyer Kirsten Wieland* Kirsten Wieland* Kirsten Wieland*

HCAC ALL-SPORTSMANSHIP

2009: 2010: 2011: 2012:

Chelsea French Nicole Lovins Danielle LaBarbera Catie Savage

ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICAN 2007:

Emily Meyer

FRENCH

ACADEMIC ALL-DISTRICT

2007:

Emily Meyer

ACADEMIC ALL-CONFERENCE

2007: 2008: 2009: 2010: 2011: 2012:

Emily Meyer Cindy Toth Jerika Hennes Sammi Stevens Tasha Brown Catie Savage Tasha Brown Danielle LaBarbera Catie Savage

ASTERISK (*) INDICATES HONORABLE MENTION BOLD INDICATES RETURNING ATHLETE.

WIELAND

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WOMEN’S TENNIS 2013 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME Sep. 14 Rose-Hulman* Defiance 10 a.m. Sep. 18 @ Manchester* N. Manchester, Ind. 4 p.m. Sep. 21 @ Franklin* Franklin, Ind. 10 a.m. Sep. 25 Anderson* Defiance 4 p.m. Sep. 28 Hanover* Defiance 10 a.m. Oct. 5 @ Trasylvania* Lexington, Ky. 10 a.m. Oct. 9 @ Earlham* Richmond, Ind. 4 p.m. Oct. 12 @ Mount St. Joseph’s* Cincinnati, Ohio 11 a.m. Asterisk (*) Indicates HCAC match. Bold indicates home match.