Media Guide

number 12

number 22

number 34

number 33 Stoney Hill, JR

Josh Beale, JR

Fayetteville, GA / Landmark

Jamelle Lowery, JR

Stanley, NC / UNC Pembroke

Quinton Baines, SO

Trey Britton, SO

Kevis Cornwell, SO

Brandon Young, SO

Belmont, NC / Gaston Day

number 04 Taylor Shugart, FR

Jason Taylor

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Jarret Johnson, SO

Rock Hill, SC / Northwestern

Head Varsity Coach

Raleigh, NC / Enloe

Greensboro, NC / Patterson

number 50

York, SC / York

Watkinsville, GA / Oconee

Stephen Cobb, SO

Alpharetta, GA / South Forsyth

number 23

number 05

Enoree, SC / Laurens

Jonathan Mattox, JR

number 44

number 32

number 03

Flowery Branch, GA / F. Branch

Jeff Brookman Asst.Varsity Coach

Nick Trull, FR

Charlotte, NC / Hickory Grove

William Monts

Asst. Varsity & Head JV Coach

David Bentley Student Assistant

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Men’s Records (Since 1995-96) Individual - Season

Men’s Records Since 1995-96

Individual Records - Game Points Robbie Seabrook 36 vs. Erskine 2/2/03 FG Made Nelson Joseph 15 vs. Longwood 2/22/00 FG Attempts Donielle Davis 24 vs. Mt. Olive 2/6/03 Robbie Seabrook 24 vs. Pfeiffer 1/28/03 FG % (min. 10 att.) Gary Bailey .909 (10-11) vs. Piedmont 2/10/98 3-Point FG Made Robbie Seabrook 9 vs. Pfeiffer 3/1/03 9 vs. St. Andrews 2/20/03 3-Point FG Att. Robbie Seabrook 17 vs. Wofford 12/4/99 3-Point FG % (min. 6 att.) Donielle Davis .857 (6-7) vs.L-McRae 1/25/03, John LeSueur .857 (6-7) vs. L-McRae 2/10/05 FT Made Robbie Seabrook 13 vs. Limestone 1/21/02 FT Attempts (min. 10 att.) Nelson Joseph 17 vs. Limestone 1/15/01 FT % (min. 10 att.) Nelson Joseph 1.000 (11-11) vs. Barton 2/13/00 Rebounds Osvaldo Haynes 19 vs. Erskine 1/17/05 Offensive Rebounds Adam McClain 10 vs. The Citadel 11/30/99 Defensive Rebounds Osvaldo Haynes 14 vs. Erskine 1/17/05 Assists Mickey Moses 12 vs. Winthrop 11/26/97 Nelson Joseph 12 vs. Pfeiffer 1/18/01 Clay Huggins 12 vs. Emmanuel 11/21/00 Steals Clay Huggins 7 vs. Coker 1/26/99, vs. Longwood1/22/00 Blocked Shots Osvaldo Haynes 9 vs. North Greenville 1/15/04

Points Scoring Average FG Made FG % 3-Point FG Made 3-Point FG Attempted 3-Point % (min. 50 att.) FT Made FT Attempted FT % (min. 50 att.) Offensive Rebounds Defensive Rebounds Total Rebounds Rebound Average Assists Assist Average Steals Steals Average Blocked Shots Blocked Shot Avg. Minutes Minutes Per Game Personal Fouls Fouled Out

Robbie Seabrook Robbie Seabrook Gary Bailey Donielle Davis Gary Bailey Robbie Seabrook Robbie Seabrook John LeSueur Nelson Joseph Gary Bailey Robbie Seabrook Osvaldo Haynes Osvaldo Haynes Osvaldo Haynes Osvaldo Haynes Clay Huggins Clay Huggins Clay Huggins Clay Huggins Osvaldo Haynes Osvaldo Haynes Clay Huggins Nelson Joseph Adam McClain Adam McClain

526 20.2 188 188 .605 109 255 .452 105 152 .844 109 180 289 11.1 131 4.7 69 2.6 53 2.3 972 35.5 98 9

Team Records - Season Games Played Points FG Made FG % 3-Point FG Made 3-Point FG % FT Made FT Attempted FT % Offensive Rebounds Defensive Rebounds Total Rebounds Personal Fouls Assists Blocked Shots Steals

02-03 02-03 00-01 02-03 99-00 (159-263) 02-03 02-03 04-05 (42-93) 99-00 (105-150) 00-01 01-02 (103-122) 04-05 04-05 04-05 04-05 01-02 01-02 98-99 98-99 03-04 03-04 01-02 00-01 00-01 99-00

28 2153 791 .475 (727-1532) 286 .367 (286-780) 450 666 .733 (393-536) 365 638 1120 585 451 89 260

01-02,02-03, 03-04,06-07 00-01 00-01 99-00 02-03 02-03 00-01 00-01 01-02 00-01 00-01 00-01 06-07 00-01 04-05 01-02

101 vs. Emmanuel 43 vs. Presbyterian 42 vs. Emmanuel 85 vs. Queens (N.C.) .655 vs. Longwood (36-55) .239 vs. North Greenville 17 vs. Pfeiffer 39 vs. Lees-McRae .667 (8-12) vs. Pfeiffer .056 (1-18) vs. Mt. Olive 33 vs. Auburn-Montgomery 46 vs. Limestone .938 (15-16) 60 vs. Limestone 34 vs. Emmanuel 18 vs. Lees-McRae 12 vs. North Greenville 29 vs. Belmont Abbey 29 vs. Lees-McRae 5 vs. St. Andrews

11/21/00 12/06/97 11/21/00 02/29/04 02/22/00 01/15/04 03/01/03 02/20/99 01/08/98 02/05/00 03/03/99 01/15/01 02/21/02 01/15/01 11/21/00 01/14/01 01/15/04 02/09/99 01/14/02 01/20/03

Team Records - Game Points Fewest Points Allowed FG Made FG Attempts FG % Lowest FG % Allowed 3-Point FG Made 3-Point FG Attempts 3-Point FG % (min. 8 att.) Lowest 3-Point FG % Allowed FT Made FT Attempts FT % (min. 12 att.) Rebounds Assists Steals Blocked Shots Most Turnovers Caused Fewest Turnovers Made

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President Dr. Evans P. Whitaker was named Anderson’s 12th president on Oct. 18, 2002. Dr. Whitaker has a wealth of experience in the classroom and in academic administration. “I am impressed with the mission of the college and its emphasis on the integration of learning and faith,” he said. “The people I met on campus seem to have a very clear understanding of the school’s mission. Anderson is also positioned geographically and in other ways to achieve great success in the next 10 years. I am energized by Anderson’s remarkable progress and its potential to advance to the front ranks of Christian higher education.” A native of Shelby N.C., Dr. Whitaker came to Anderson from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he was vice president for university advancement for six years. He holds a Ph.D. in education and human development from Vanderbilt University, a master’s degree in institutional advancement from Vanderbilt’s Peabody College for Teachers and a bachelor of science in business administration from Gardner-Webb University. At Belmont, he was a member of the Senior Leadership Team, sharing responsibility for the general administration (academic affairs, financial and legal affairs, student affairs and development) for the Baptist school of 3, 344 students. As vice president for university advancement, he led the institutional advancement division and taught classes in management, organizational theory and leadership in Belmont’s college of business administration. Under his leadership, alumni giving at Belmont doubled while the endowment grew from $25 million to $50 million. During his career, Dr. Whitaker has led efforts that have secured more than $153 million in private support. Prior to his service at Belmont, Dr. Whitaker served as vice president for development at Wingate University, associate vice president and director of development at Gardner-Webb University, and director of endowment development for the North Carolina Baptist Foundation. During his career at Anderson, Dr. Whitaker has led Anderson’s move to university status, directed the creation of the Vision 2014 plan, and led a capital campaign to raise $8 million for a new library.

Athletic Director Nancy Simpson was named athletic director at Anderson University in June 2007. Her first year as athletic director was highlighted by the Trojans winning the Joby Hawn Cup, Conference Carolina’s all sports award. Simpson came to Anderson from California State University - San Bernardino where she was athletic director for 12 years. In her tenure at CSUSB, Simpson was recognized for dramatically improving the quality of the school’s athletic programs, raising grade point averages for student athletes to 3.22 for the fall quarter of 2006. She also was responsible for overseeing a men’s basketball program that has won six consecutive conference championships and three regional championships as well as a women’s volleyball program that won four conference championships and two regional championships. She has increased corporate sponsorships and contributions to the athletic program at CSUSB, resulting in the addition of a 4,200-seat arena and new soccer field. Simpson, a native of Marietta, Ga., graduated from Berry College and earned a masters degree from Southern Mississippi. She has family in the northeast Georgia area. In ‘04, CSUSB President Albert Karnig said of Simpson, “She’s a good recruiter of coaches. She’s a good supporter of coaches and a good colleague with them. Secondly, she really does emphasize the integrity of the program. Thirdly, and this is really, really important, almost all of our kids carry themselves nicely. And finally, they are increasingly winning teams.” Mrs. Simpson, in addition to her athletic department duties, is also a member of the Senior Leadership Team at Anderson, which works closely with the president to provide the executive leadership of the University. “We feel very blessed to have attracted such a seasoned athletic director to our campus,” said AU president Dr. Evans Whitaker. “In choosing Mrs. Simpson, the advisory committee members and I were particularly impressed with her exceptional qualifications and her reputation as a skilled athletic administrator, a genuine people-person and an individual of integrity. We are confident in her ability to build on a tradition of excellence in athletics at Anderson University. I welcome her to our staff and look forward to working with her in the years ahead.”

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This is....

Anderson University, founded in 1911 by the people of Anderson and the South Carolina Baptist Convention, is a four-year, liberal arts institution with an enrollment of 1,800 students. The University, located on a tree-line campus on one of Anderson’s most historic and beautiful streets, offers bachelor’s degrees in art, biology, business, communications, elementary/early childhood education, English, history, human services and resources, liberal studies, medical technology, music, music education, physical education, psychology, and religion. In 2006, Anderson added a graduate program in education. Anderson offers certification leading to South Carolina teaching credentials in biology, English, physical education, and social studies. Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Anderson is committed to serving both traditional students 18 to 24 and adult learners 25 or older. The University’s popular accelerated evening program helps employed individuals finish their college degrees. Anderson provides students an active life on campus. The University provides a comprehensive program of activities, including a variety of intramural sports, concerts, the Baptist Student Union, and other Christian ministries, theatre, choir, and clubs. Anderson fields 18 men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic teams in 11 sports. As a junior college, Anderson won national championships in women’s basketball, men’s tennis and baseball. The Callie Stringer Rainey Fine Arts Center, with the 1,100 seat Henderson Auditorium and two additional theatres. Daniel and Belk, is the cultural center of Anderson. Numerous nationally known musicians and local music groups, including the Anderson Symphony, have performed on the Henderson stage. Back in January 2007, Anderson opened an $8 million state-of-the-art library that features wireless internet access, several spacious meeting rooms and a cafe.

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Pure Gold

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This is....

Anderson University has a cheering section that is Pure Gold. Pure Gold is a tradition for Anderson athletics that started during the 2007-08 school year. AU students decided to start the group to increase school pride and support the school’s athletic teams. Pure Gold is promoted by the athletic department, admissions, and alumni relations. There is a special section for Pure Gold at Anderson’s home basketball games at mid-court across from the team benches. Pure Gold members stand and actively cheer for the Trojans when the ball is in play. New to Pure Gold in 2008-09 is the addition of the Anderson University mascot. Students are currently partcipating in a contest to name the mascot.

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Anderson

University

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Location: Anderson, S.C.

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Founded: 1911

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Enrollment: 1,800

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Nickname: Trojans, Lady Trojans

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School Colors: Gold and Black

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Affiliation: NCAA Division II

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Conference: Conference Craolinas

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President: Dr. Evans P. Whitaker

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Athletic Director: Nancy Simpson

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Arena: Abney Athletic Center (1,000)

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Athletic Department Phone: 864-231-2029

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Asst. AD/SID: Cobb Oxford

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SID Address: Box 983, 316 Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. 29621

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Overnight: 001 Vandiver, 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621

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SID Office Phone: 864-231-2097

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SID Home Phone: 864-226-1030

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SID Fax: 864-231-2097

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SID Home Fax: 864-226-8895

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SID E-Mail: [email protected]

Also new to the campus of Anderson University is the addition of 271 acres of land that President Whitaker and the Board of Trustees have diligently worked to acquire. The acquisition of this land will lead to an enhanced learning environment, more space for student activities and new athletic facilities.

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Extended Roster Late Additions

to the Anderson University Men’s Basketball Roster: #30 Ryan Freeman

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5’7 160

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Anderson, IN

#31 Andrew Driver

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6’0 165

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Belton, SC

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Anderson University is located in historic Anderson, South Carolina, one of the most progressive cities in the South - predicted to be one of the hottest growth areas for business and foreign investment for decades. Anderson, South Carolina, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, lies in the state’s northwestern corner in a region known as The Upstate. We’re just two hours from Atlanta and Charlotte on the shores of Lake Hartwell, one of the most popular lakes in the Southeast. Lake Hartwell is 56,000 acres big, with more than 900 miles of shoreline, making it a paradise for fishing and boating. Our destination is also home to many great state parks and three dozen waterfalls. We’re also home to the Jockey Lot, the largest flea market in the Southeast. 1,500 dealers fill its 65 acres every Saturday & Sunday.

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Brandon

YOUNG 6’ 2” • 165 lbs. • Sophomore • Belmont, NC

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 28 total games, while starting 27. Averaged 16.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. Scored a career high 31 points on 13-23 shooting against Pfeiffer (1-24-08). Grabbed a career high 6 rebounds twice. Dished out a career high 6 assists twice. Scored in double figures in 26 out of 28 games played. Scored 20 or more points on eight different occasions. Dished out 4 or more assists on eight different occasions. Hit 3 or more three pointers in eight games. Led the Trojans in scoring average. Was fourth on the team in three point percentage (32.8%). Was second on the team in FT percentage (75.5%). Most points by a Freshman at Anderson University with 459 total points. Finished 7th in scoring average in Conference Carolinas (16.4). Named Honorable Mention All-Conference Carolinas by league coaches.

High School Started his career playing three years at South Point High School in Belmont, NC. Transferred to Gaston Day High School for his senior year where he graduated in 2006. Averaged 9.5 points and 6.5 assists per game for head coach Shaun Wiseman. Led Gaston Day to a state semi-final appearance during the 2005-06 season.

Prep School Spent one year prepping at Prince Avenue North.Averaged 17 points and 5.5 assists per game during the 2006-07 season at Prince Avenue North.

Personal Brandon was born on May 28, 1988, in Gastonia, NC. He is the son of Angela Young.

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Nick

TRULL 6’ 2” • 190 lbs. • Freshman • Charlotte, NC

High School Graduated from Hickory Grove School in June 2008. As a senior, Trull averaged 24.4 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists per game playing for head coach Jim Rhodes. Ended his career as Hickory Grove’s all time leading scorer with 1789 points. Was one of the best players in the CharlotteMecklenburg area.

Voted to the Charlotte Weekly’s 2008 Boys’ Basketball first team as well as the Charlotte Observer’s All Mecklenburg third team. Trull also received All-Conference (MAC) honors during his sophomore, junior and senior seasons. Other accolades include All Tournament team Bojangles Shootout, selected to the Charlotte All Star classic, Five Star All Star team and Eastern Invitational All Star team.

Personal Nick was born on October 6, 1989 in Charlotte, NC. He is the son of Anthony and Dana Barber.

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Athletic Facility Renovated

Locker Rooms and

Abney Center

The men’s basketball locker room underwent renovations in the summer of 2007. Included in the renovations were new carpet, new signage and most importantly 16 new state-of-the-art wooden lockers complete with lockable storage bin.

The gym floor in the Abney Center was redone in the summer of 2006 with the new Anderson University athletic logo. The Abney Center seats more than 1000 spectators. There are bucket seats for season ticket holders, box seats for the school president and donors and bleacher seats on both sides for general admission. Also located within “Abney” is the athletic weight room, offices and the training room.

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2008-09 Schedule Date

Opponent

Time

Site

11-15

Tusculum

4:00pm

Home

11-19

Lander

7:00pm

Away

11-22

Mars Hill

4:00pm

Away

11-25

Belmont Abbey

7:30pm

Away

12-2

Limestone

7:30pm

Home

12-13

Carson Newman

4:00pm

Home

12-15

Liberty

7:00pm

Away

12-18

North Georgia

7:00pm

Home

12-31

Gardner Webb

7:00pm

Away

1-5

Lees McRae

7:30pm

Away

1-8

Erskine

7:30pm

Home

1-10

Mount Olive

4:00pm

Away

1-14

Queens

7:30pm

Home

1-17

St Andrews

4:00pm

Away

1-19

Coker

7:30pm

Home

1-22

Pfeiffer

7:30pm

Away

1-24

Barton

7:30pm

Home

1-26

Belmont Abbey

7:30pm

Home

1-31

Queens

4:00pm

Away

2-4

Limestone

7:30pm

Away

2-7

Mount Olive

4:00pm

Home

2-9

Erskine

7:30pm

Away

2-14

St. Andrews

4:00pm

Home

2-16

Lees McRae

7:30pm

Home

2-21

Barton

7:30pm

Away

2-24

Coker

7:30pm

Away

2-26

Pfeiffer

7:30pm

Home

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Taylor

SHUGART 6’ 7” • 230 lbs. • Freshman • Rock Hill, SC

High School Graduated from Northwestern High School in June 2008. As a senior, Shugart averaged 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game playing for head coach Mike Gossett. Was voted AllRegion, All-Area and team MVP during both his junior and senior seasons. Was a member of the Charlotte Royals AAU basketball organization.

Personal Taylor was born on November 15, 1989 in Rock Hill, SC. He is the son of Marty and Renee Shugart.

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Jonathan

MATTOX 6’ 2” • 180 lbs. • Junior • Watkinsville, GA

As a Sophomore (2007-08) Played in 23 total game. Averaged 1.3 points and .7 rebounds per game. Matched his career high by scoring 7 points on 3 for 4 shooting against Belmont Abbey (1-14-08). Was third on the team in three point shooting percentage at 33% (1-3).

As a Freshman (2006-07) Played in 23 total games. Averaged 2.2 points and 1.2 rebounds per game.Scored a season and career high seven points on two different occasions once against Wingate (12/13) and once against Queens (1/11). Against Wingate he went 2 for 3 from the field and 3 for 3 from the FT line. Had season and career high six rebounds vs. Lees-McCrae (11-21).

High School Played at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, GA. Averaged 13.4 points, four rebounds and 2.8 assists as a senior for head coach Brian Dickens. Helped lead Oconee County to the Region 8-AAA Championship. Was named Second team All-Northeast GA both his junior and senior seasons.

Personal Jonathan was born on January 1, 1988 in Athens, GA. He is the son of John and Brenda Mattox.

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Season Season Preview Preview

Last season was a big step forward for the Anderson University men’s basketball team. With a roster that featured seven freshmen, the Trojans were 12-16 overall and 10-10 in Conference Carolinas. Reaching the .500 mark in a difficult conference with a young roster has created higher expectations for the 2008-09 season. “We’ve taken a step to where hopefully we have some expectations,” said head coach Jason Taylor. “It has taken us two years to develop expectations inside and outside our locker room. I think we will define those expectations as the year goes along. We’re still learning how to win. We’ve got to learn how to win and handle winning.

“If there’s a concern, it’s that most of our experience is sophomores. We don’t have a senior on the roster.” The Trojans are led by sophomore Brandon Young, who was an all-conference selection last season. Young led the team in scoring at 16.3 points per game and scored in double figures in 26 of 28 games. “In a perfect world, Brandon becomes our leader,” Taylor said. “He has to do that. The big thing for him improvement-wise is turnovers. He has to take care of the basketball. He has the ability to be a pass-first point guard and still score 15 points per game. That’s what I expect out of him. “He’s still learning how to pick his spots to get his own shot and when to get other players involved. He’s got a lot of learning and growing to do.”

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Jamelle

LOWERY 5’ 11” • 170 lbs. • Junior • Stanely, NC

As a Sophomore (2007-08) Played in 28 total games, while starting 1. Averaged 3.1 points and 1.0 rebounds per game. Matched his career high by scoring 11 points on 3 for 6 shooting from the field and 4 for 4 from the FT line against North Georgia (11-26-07). Scored 8 points on three different occasions and dished out a season high 3 assists on two different occasions.

As a Freshman (2006-07) Played 7 games for UNC-Pembroke. Averaged 4.0 points and 1.5 assists per game. Scored a season and career high 11 points against Conference Carolina’s member St. Andrews. Dished out a season high 4 assists in the same game.

High School Graduated from East Lincoln High School in June 2006. He averaged 17 points and 5.0 assists as a senior. Was selected to the All-Conference Team. Voted team MVP. Also selected to the Conference All-Tournament Team and the First Charter Classic All-Tournament Team.

Personal Jamelle was born on July 23rd, 1988 in Stanley, NC. He is the son of Lewis and Teretha Lowery.

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Jarret

JOHNSON 6’ 3” • 190 lbs. • Sophomore • Greensboro, NC

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 28 total games, while starting 4. Averaged 8.0 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.Scored a career high 15 points on 7-10 shooting against Mt. Olive (1-5-08). Grabbed a career high 12 rebounds against Erskine (2-20-08). Had a career high 5 assists against St. Andrews (1-12-08). Recorded first double-double of career scoring 13 points and grabbing 12 rebounds against Erskine (2-20-08). Scored in double figures in 10 games. Grabbed 5 of more rebounds on nine different occasions. Was third on the team in field goal percentage at 47%. Was second on the team in three point percentage at 38%.

High School Graduated from Ragsdale High School in June 2006. He averaged 14 points and 6.0 rebounds per game during his senior campaign. Was named All-Conference, All-Guilford area and honorable mention All-State.

Prep School Spent the 2006-07 season prepping at The Patterson School in Lenoir, NC and played for head coach Ryan Freeburg. Averaged 8.5 points per game while playing against some of the best prep school talent nationwide.

Personal Jarret was born on May 25, 1988 in Greensboro, NC. He is the son of Dellwyn and Linda Johnson.

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The leading returning rebounder is sophomore Stephen Cobb. Cobb was third on the team in scoring at 10.8 points per game and averaged 6.1 boards per game. “Stephen is extremely versatile,” Taylor said. “He can step out and shoot the three. He’s still learning to put the ball on the floor. The biggest sign of improvement is on the defensive end. My expectations for him are really high. He has the ability to be a special player.”

Taylor says the rest of the sophomore group also took major strides during the summer. “Jarret Johnson, Trey Britton, Quinton Baines, and Kevis Cornwell all have gotten better,” he said. “Before he leaves here Jarret might be known as the best athlete to ever wear the uniform. The things he can do vertically are extremely special. What sticks out for me are the effort plays. He is athletic and explosive, and he is one of our best defenders. “Kevis wants to do everything right. He’s probably the quickest player on our team. He’s really improved his shooting, which will enhance his ability to drive.” Taylor is also expecting major contributions from a solid group of juniors. Taylor calls them “a strong character group.” “Jonathan Mattox, Josh Beale, Stoney Hill, and Jamelle Lowery all had good summers,” he said. “Nobody outworked Jonathan this summer. Josh got stronger and Stoney worked on his shot. Jamelle can be a high-energy guy who can give us something on the defensive end and he has improved his ability to pass the ball.”

Taylor has added two freshmen to the roster - 6’2” Nick Trull and 6’7” Taylor Shugart. “We’ve continued to add athleticism,” he said. “We’ve added some shooting with Nick Trull and another interior presence in Taylor Shugart. We knew both of them would be good. We still don’t know how quickly they’re going to produce, but we’ve been pleased with how they have progressed.” With the large influx of new talent last season, Anderson’s style of play started to evolve. If given the opportunity to run, the Trojans turned up the tempo. “We’re continuing to adapt to our talent,” Taylor said. “As a coach you have a system you want to run. The truth is I’m not going to turn down really good players. We’ll figure out how to coach them. We have consistent principles. You have to adapt that to the players you get. I think our talent level is improving. Our style of play will continue to evolve. “We want to attack the basket as much as possible. Last year, we felt like we were pretty good in the mid-range area. This year, we have to take the next step and be a penetrating team. We also want to develop more aggressiveness on the defensive end.”

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Team Roster 2008-2009 Alphabetical Roster # ‘s

NAME

Pos.

Class

Ht.

Wt.

Hometown/Previous School

32 34 3 44 05 33 23 12 22 50 04 15

Quinton Baines Josh Beale Trey Britton Stephen Cobb Kevis Cornwell Stoney Hill Jarret Johnson Jamelle Lowery Jonathan Mattox Taylor Sugart Nick Trull Brandon Young

C F F F G F G G G C G G

Sophomore Junior Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Junior Sophomore Junior Junior Freshman Freshman Sophomore

6’7” 6’8” 6’7” 6’5” 6’2” 6’5” 6’3” 5’11” 6’2” 6’7” 6’2” 6’2”

225 190 215 205 170 185 190 170 180 230 190 165

Enoree, SC / Laurens Flowery Branch, GA / F. Branch Alpharetta, GA / South Forsyth Raleigh, NC / Enloe York, SC / York HS Fayetteville, GA / Landmark Greensboro, NC / Patterson Stanley, NC / UNC Pembroke Watkinsville, GA / Oconee Rock Hill, SC / Northwestern Charlotte, NC / Hickory Grove Belmont, NC / Gaston Day

Head Coach: Jason Taylor Assistant Coaches: Jeff Brookman, William Monts Student Assistant: David Bentley Conference: Conference Carolinas

2008-2009 Numerical Roster # ‘s

NAME

Pos.

Class

Ht.

Wt.

Hometown/Previous School

03 04 05 12 15 22 23 32 33 34 44 50

Trey Britton Nick Trull Kevis Cornwell Jamelle Lowery Brandon Young Jonathan Mattox Jarret Johnson Quinton Baines Stoney Hill Joshua Beale Stephen Cobb Taylor Shugart

F G G G G G G C F F G/F C

Sophomore Freshman Sophomore Junior Sophomore Junior Sophomore Sophomore Junior Junior Sophomore Freshman

6’7 6’2 6’2 5’11 6’2 6’2 6’3 6’7 6’5 6’8 6’5 6’7

215 190 170 170 165 180 190 225 185 190 205 230

Alpharetta, GA/South Forsyth Charlotte, NC/Hickory Grove York, SC/York HS Stanley, NC/UNC Pembroke Belmont, NC/Gaston Day Watkinsville, GA/Oconee Greensboro, NC/Patterson School Enoree, SC/Laurens Fayetteville, GA/Landmark Flowery Branch, GA/F. Branch Raleigh, NC/Enloe Rock Hill, SC/Northwestern

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Stoney

HILL

6’ 5” • 185 lbs. • Junior • Fayettville, GA

As a Sophomore (2007-08) A dislocated shoulder halfway through the season limited Stoney to playing in 7 total games. Averaged .7 points and 1.6 rebounds per game. Had a season high 4 points and 4 rebounds against Lees McCrae (11-29-07).

As a Freshman (2006-07) Played in 25 total games, starting 4. Averaged 2.0 points and 2.0 rebounds per game. Scored his season high six points on three different occasions. Had a season and career high seven rebounds against Newberry (12/16) and recorded four or more rebounds on four different occasions.

High School Played at Landmark Christian in Fairburn, GA. Averaged 14 Points and 12 rebounds per game for head coach John Price. During his senior year was named Team MVP and was selected to the All-Region Team.

Personal Stoney was born on July 1, 1988 in Atlanta, GA. He is the son of Nathan and Mary Hill.

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Kevis

CORNWELL 6’ 2” • 170 lbs. • Sophomore • York, SC

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 28 total games, while starting 21. Averaged 8.2 points and 3.7 rebounds per game. Scored a career high 19 points with 6 for 13 from the field, 1 for 1 from three and 6 for 7 from the FT line against Barton (1-26-08). Had 18 points and 7 rebounds against Pfeiffer (2-23-08).

Grabbed a career high 7 rebounds in both games against Pfeiffer (1-24-08, 2-23-08). Dished out a career high 6 assists against North Greenville (12-11-07). Had a career high 6 steals against St. Andrews (2-9-08). Scored in double figures 10 times. Grabbed 5 or more rebounds on eight different occasions. Led the Trojans with 42 steals. Was seventh in steals per game in all of Conference Carolinas (1.5/g).

High School Graduated from York Comprehensive High School in May 2007. Was one of the best players in the state of South Carolina during both the 2005-06 season and 2006-07 season. As a junior averaged 17 points per game and was named to the All-Region Team. As a senior, Cornwell averaged 17.8 points, 6 rebounds and 4.0 steals per game. Selected to both the All-Region and All-State Teams during the 2006-07 season playing for head coach Kendall McCarter.

Personal Kevis was born on December 30, 1989 in York, SC. He is the son of Phyllis and Bernard Douglas.

2008-09

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Jason

TAYLOR Men’s Basketball Head Coach

Jason Taylor, a native of Clarkrange, Tenn., was named head coach at Anderson University on May 31, 2006. In his second season in 2007-08, Taylor led a roster than had more freshmen than upperclassmen to a record of 12-16 overall and 10-10 in Conference Carolinas. The 10-10 finish was Anderson’s first .500 or better record in Conference Carolinas play in five years. During his first year, he witnessed the growth and development of a young team that consisted of 10 freshmen and only 2 seniors. Despite their youth, the Trojans led the 11-team conference in defensive field-goal percentage, was second in points allowed, and fourth in steals and turnovers caused. By the end of the season, the Trojans were playing the toughest teams the conference has to offer to last possession games. The Trojans took Barton College, the eventual Division II national champions, to double overtime. They also played the other top three teams in the league: Mt Olive, Limestone, and Queens down to the wire in the last two weeks of the regular season. Taylor joined the Anderson staff in May ‘03 as assistant men’s basketball coach and head junior varsity coach. He spent three seasons with head coach Doug Novak, Anderson University’s all-time winningest coach as a member of NCAA Division II. Two years before coming to Anderson, Taylor was the assistant basketball coach, adjunct professor of physical education, and fitness center supervisor at Roane State (Tenn.) Community College in Harriman, Tenn. Taylor earned an associate of science degree from Roane State in ‘99 and a B.S. degree in health and physical education from Jacksonville State University in Alabama in ‘01. He started his playing career at Aquinas College in Nashville, Tennessee. From Aquinas, Taylor transferred to Roane State where he red-shirted in ‘97-98 before playing the ‘98-99 season. As a red shirt sophomore at Roane State, he averaged 17 points per game. He was named the MVP of the Pensacola Junior College Thanksgiving Classic, made the TJCAA All-Eastern Division team, and he led the TJCAA in 3-point shooting making 96 of 208 from behind the arc. Taylor signed to play at Jacksonville State in Alabama following the ‘99 season at Roane State. During the ‘99-00 season, Taylor was a member of the JSU Gamecocks first winning season since moving to Division I. That season, the Gamecocks finished 17-11 which was good enough for a third-place finish in what was then the Trans American Athletic Conference (TAAC) and is now the Atlantic Sun Conference. During his playing career, Taylor played for some of the best coaches in the business. He played for TJCAA Hall of Fame coach Charlie Anderson. He also played for Randy Nesbit, former Southern Conference Coach of the Year at The Citadel. Taylor played one season under Mark Turgeon at JSU. Turgeon was the head coach at Wichita State during their Sweet 16 run in the NCAA tournament in ‘05-06 and is now the head coach at Texas A&M.

2008-09

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Jeff

BROOKMAN Men’s Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach

Brookman joined the Anderson University basketball staff in July 2006. Brookman, a native of Charlotte, N.C., has a career college coaching record of 2-0 posting wins against Longwood, while taking over for Dip Metress at Belmont Abbey, and Liberty, while taking over for Byron Samuels at Radford University. “I am ecstatic to have Jeff by my side for a third season,” said Anderson head coach Jason Taylor. “He has done a great job for us as recruiting coordinator as well as with his ability to teach the game of basketball. We are very fortunate to have an assistant coach of Jeff’s ability on our staff. He has a great future in this business and is going to be a head coach someday soon.” Brookman played at Belmont Abbey College from 1994-98. He was named the Carolinas-Virginia Athletics Conference Freshman of the Year after the ’94-95 season, honorable mention All-Conference and was a two-time team MVP. Brookman scored 1,443 points in his career, which puts him 14th on the all-time scoring list at Belmont Abbey. He also ranks second on the Belmont Abbey career list for 3-point field goals made with 266 and shot 40% for his career from three. Brookman was also a member of the ‘97 Belmont Abbey soccer team that won the CVAC regular season championship. He led the team in scoring and was also named to the All-Conference and All-Tournament teams. After finishing his career at Belmont Abbey, Brookman played in the Switzerland Professional League from ’98-00. During the 1999-2000 season, he averaged 24.5 points per game while shooting 58% from the 3-point line playing for both Ruessbuhl and Viganello. Brookman started his coaching career in Switzerland where served as the head coach for the Sarnen Basketball Club, which consisted of six teams. The men’s team ended the season with only three losses and moved from the 2nd League to the National 1st League, where it stayed for the next two years. Brookman returned to Belmont Abbey for the ‘01-02 season as an assistant coach for a team that ended the year 24-6, won both the CVAC regular-season title and CVAC tournament title and reached the East Regional semi-finals. From ‘02-05, Brookman served on the staff at Radford University as an assistant coach. His duties there included recruiting, player development, scouting and film exchange. During the ‘02-03 season, the Highlanders made it to the Big South Championship game. He returned to the Charlotte area in ’05 as an assistant coach for the ABA’s Charlotte Krunk. During his time with the Krunk, Brookman had the opportunity to work with a number of great players, including George Leach (Indiana), Ricky Clemmons (Missouri), Scooter Sherrill (NCSU) and Tony Harris (Tenn). He left the Krunk in January ’06 to join the staff of the Charlotte Royals, a 17-and-under AAU team that sent eight players to Division I schools. Brookman was inducted into the Charlotte Catholic High School Sports Hall of Fame in February ‘07. He graduated cum laude with a B.S. degree from Belmont Abbey College in ‘97. Brookman also holds a Masters Degree in sports management from the United States Sports Academy. He resides in Anderson, S.C.

2008-09

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Stephen

COBB 6’ 5” • 205 lbs. • Sophomore • Raleigh, NC

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 25 total games, while starting 23. Averaged 10.8 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. Scored a career high 19 points on 6 for 9 from the field, 1 for 1 from three and 5 for 5 from the FT line against Erskine (2-20-08). Grabbed a career high 14 rebounds against Limestone (2-6-08). Had a career high 4 blocked shots against Barton (1-26-08). Recorded two double-doubles going for 11 points and 14 rebounds against Limestone (2-6-08) as well as 10 points and 10 rebounds against Pfeiffer (2-23-08). Scored in double figures 16 out of the 25 games played. Recorded 9 or more rebounds on eight different occasions. Led the Trojans in rebounding average at 6.1 per game. Was fourth on the team in three point shooting percentage at 32.8% (19-58). Led the team in FT percentage at 85.7%. Was second on the team with 16 blocks. Was tenth in rebounding average in all of Conference Carolinas.

High School Graduated from Enloe High School in June 2007. Played for head coach Tommy Moore. Averaged 13.8 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as a senior. Posted season and career highs of 37 points and 12 rebounds. Was selected to the CAP 7 AllConference Team. Voted teams most outstanding player.

Personal Stephen was born on May 29, 1989 in Raleigh, NC. He is the son of Coleman and Martha Cobb.

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Trey

BRITTON 6’ 7” • 215 lbs. • Sophomore • Alpharetta, GA

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 28 total games, while starting 4. Averaged 3.3 points and 3.6 rebounds per game. Scored a career high 9 points on 2 for 4 shooting from the field and 5 for 5 from the FT line against St Andrews (2-9-08). Grabbed a career high 10 rebounds in the same game. Scored 6 or more points seven times. Grabbed 5 or more rebounds nine times.

High School Graduated from South Forsyth High School in June 2007. Played for head coach David Sokol. Averaged 10 points and 7.0 rebounds per game. Was named 7AAAAA 2nd Team All-Region.

Personal Trey was born on June 1, 1989 in Alpharetta, GA. He is the son of John and Sheila Britton.

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William

MONTS Men’s Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach Junior Varsity Head Coach Monts joined the Anderson coaching staff as an assistant in August of 2007. He is working on his masters in education at Anderson University which he plans to complete in March, ‘09. “William did a great job for us in his first year,” said Anderson head coach Jason Taylor. “His responsibilities increase daily, and I think he continually wants more put on him. He has a true passion for coaching college basketball and he is going to have a long successful career in this business. We are truly blessed to have him.” His responsibilities include team academic achievement, film exchange, and helping to assist varsity and junior varsity workouts and practice. A graduate of Clemson University, Monts earned his B.S. in horticulture in May ‘06. After graduation, he decided to return to graduate school and coach. Born and raised in Irmo, S.C., Monts graduated from Dutch Fork High School where he played basketball. His senior year, Dutch Fork made it to the second round of the state playoffs. Monts was named team captain his senior year. Monts is the son of Billy and Sissy Monts and has a younger brother David. He resides in Anderson, S.C.

David

BENTLEY Men’s Varsity Basketball Student Assistant Bentley joined the Anderson men’s basketball program in the fall of 2008 as an incoming freshman from Greer, S.C. Bentley spent the four years working with Jeff Neely at Greer High School as team manager and student assistant. He was a valuable member of the 2004-2005 Greer team that won the Class AAA state championship. Bentley also was an assistant coach in the summer of ‘08 for the FCA-sponsored Greenville/Spartanburg All-Star game. He also has extensive experience helping with various local AAU programs. Bentley’s was named to the all-tournament team of the ‘08 Greer Christmas Classic in honor for his hard work. “I could not be more excited about David joining our program,” Anderson head coach Jason Taylor said. “He has already made a positive impact on our program. David has worked with one of the best high school coaches in the state and came highly recommended by Coach Neely. He is going to have a great four years here at Anderson, and I am thrilled that he is going to be major part of our team during that time.”

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Quiton

BAINES 6’ 7” • 225 lbs. • Sophomore • Laurens, SC

As a Freshman (2007-08) Played in 22 games, while starting 1. Averaged 1.7 points and 2.5 rebounds per game. Scored a career high 6 points against Carson Newman (12-8-07). Grabbed a career high 9 rebounds in the same game. Grabbed 5 or more rebounds five times. Was fourth on the team in field goal shooting percentage at 46.7%.

High School Graduated from Laurens High School in June 2007. He averaged 13 points and 9 rebounds per game as a senior. Was selected to the All-Region Team. Voted his teams Most Valuable Player.

Personal Quinton was born May 7th, 1989 in Laurens, SC. His brother, Tirrell is a sophomore basketball player at Marshall. He is the son of Patricia Speaks.

2008-09

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Josh

BEALE 6’ 8” • 190 lbs. • Junior • Flowery Branch, GA

As a Sophomore (2007-08) Played in 19 total games, while starting 2. Averaged 1.4 points and .7 rebounds per game. Had a season high 7 points and 3 rebounds while shooting 3 of 6 from the field against North Georgia (12-11-07). Was second on the team in field goal shooting percentage at 50% (10-20). Was first on the team in three point field goal shooting percentage at 38% (5-13).

As a Freshman (2006-07) Played in 26 total games, starting 19. Averaged 3.3 points per game, while scoring in double figures twice scoring 14 against Pfeiffer (1/18) and 10 against Queens (2/8). Was second on the team with a 3.6 rebound average. Recorded his first double double of the season scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds against Pfeiffer (1/18). Grabbed five or more rebounds eight times during the season. Was also second on the team in field goal shooting percentage at 46%.

High School Played at Flowery Branch High School in Flowery Branch, GA. In 2006, he helped lead Flowery Branch to a second place finish in the region. Played for head coach Mike Adcock.

Personal Josh was born on August 18, 1988 in Flowery Branch, GA. He is the son of Bettina Heilman.