KNIGHT PROFILE - Steve Alverson - BASEBALL STAR
Turn Out the Lights!
Knight's Closer
With the Knight baseball team on a roll the coaching staff doesn't worry about who to use as a "closer." With a fast ball in the high 80's, the Knights have their go to guy, pitcher Steve Alverson. "If we need a game closed out, Steve is our guy. We know when we put him in that it's lights out for the other team," said assistant coach Shannon Hunt. "In league play he has 3 saves and is sporting a 1.63 ERA. He also has more strike outs than hits allowed!." His main out pitch is 12 to 6 rotating curve ball but he has a good fast ball in the upper 80's. "He has great mound presence and he just plays the game," said Head Coach Brad Rupert. Steve is also all set to finish his college baseball career in style. He has accepted a full ride scholarship to pitch for Louisiana Tech University next season.

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#16 Steve Alverson
Pitcher - 5' 10 " - 185 - Soph
Parents - John & Kim
Siblings - Dawn
Eagle HS '02 / Meridian, ID
HS Coach - Frank Wright
HS Awards - Team Captain,
All League and All State
Major - Forestry
Shasta College GPA - 3.0
College Wish List - Louisiana Tech and USC
Favorite Movie - Bull Durham
Favorite Food - lasagna
Favorite Athlete - Mark Pryor
Favorite Teams - Seattle Mariners
In my spare time I like to..
hunt, fish and snowboard
Interesting Fact about me....
"I was elected Homecoming King
in high school "

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Berek Fasking - BASEBALL STAR
One Consistent Knight
ALWAYS AROUND THE PLATE
If a baseball team is ever going to get on a roll and start a win streak, it has to have consistent pitching. The Knights have been getting just that from freshman Berek Fasking from West Valley High School. "Berek is our most consistent pitcher, he gets us deep into every game he pitches," said Head Coach Brad Rupert. "He has pitched over 40 innings this season and he has only given up 3 walks! Our defense is on it toes when he pitches, he is always around the plate. He is the type of pitcher defenses like to play behind." Berek has pitched in eight games this season and he sports a 3-1 record and a 4.02 era. "Another reason Berek is having success is because he is very coachable," said pitching coach Marc Wanaka. With consistent pitching, like Berek is giving the Knights, they should be in the GVC race until the end.

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#23 Berek Fasking
Pitcher - 6' 3" - Frosh
Parents - Derek & Kerry
Siblings - Rain & Autumn
West Valley HS '03 / Igo
HS Coach - Travis Bassham
HS Awards - Team MVP, lead the Section in
lowest ERA and ALL NAL
Major - Business Administration
College Wish List - ASU, UC Santa Barbara or
San Diego State
Favorite Movie - Lord of the Rings
Favorite Food - steak!
Favorite Athlete - Sandy Koufax
Favorite Teams - LA Dodgers
Interesting Fact about me....
"I like extreme roller coasters,
the wilder the better! "

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Christine Schuler - SOFTBALL STAR
Solid Knight
KNIGHT OFFENSE LEADER
The Lady Knights are currently sporting the best record in school history. This year's Knights are the fastest team to reach 20 wins (They did it in 24 games) and they have the best winning percentage in school history @ .833 (20-4). One of the reasons for the Lady Knight's great start is because of the all around play of shortstop, freshman Christine Schuler from Central Valley High School. "I knew when I recruited her she was a good player, I just didn't know how good she was until I saw her play everyday. She is a very solid player and she rarely makes a mistake. At one point this season she got on base in 21 straight games! It seems like she is always on base. She is just a great player to have as a teammate," said Head Coach Sonny Stupek. Christine is also a tremendous hitter, she is hitting .571! Knight opponents are not looking forward to seeing Christine again next season.

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#4 Christine Schuler
2B/SS - 5'5"- Frosh
Parents - Tammie & Dennis Haskins
Siblings - Andy, Nathan,
Staci, Martin & Amanda
HS & Hometown
Central Valley '03/ Redding
HS Coach - Becky Love
HS Awards - 2 time MVP SB
& 2 time All League SB
HS GPA 3.3
Major - Kinesiology
College Wish List
UCLA & or University of Texas
Favorite Movie - Gothika
Favorite Food - pasta/lasagna
Favorite Team - U of Texas
In my free time I like to...
wakeboard or snowboard
Interesting Fact about me....
"I love to dance!"

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Jordan Prado - BASEBALL STAR
Team Player
GREAT APPROACH
After and 0-4 start to league play the Knights were in a hole. One reason that the hole has gotten a lot smaller is because of the play of sophomore, Jordan Prado from Anderson High School. The Knights have rebounded and now sport a five game winning streak and a 5-4 GVC record. Jordan is one of the reasons for the turn around. Because of an injury Coach Rupert asked his outstanding outfielder to make a position change to shortstop. Jordan made the change without hesitation and it has paid off for the Knights. He had been at shortstop for eight games and has played errorless ball. The change has not affected his hitting either, he is still red hot. Jordan is leading the team in hitting (.418!), RBI's with 16 and hits with 33 in 20 games. "I love his approach to the game, he plays hard and he plays smart," said Head Coach Brad Rupert. "He is our team leader,
he just comes to play! He has a bright future."

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#9 Jordan Prado
OF/IF - 5' 11" - 185
Nickname - "Niner"
Parents - Tony & Vickie
Brothers & Sisters
Richard & Tony, Stacey & Shayla
Hometown - Anderson, CA
Anderson High School - Class of 2001
High School Awards - 3 X All League
Major - Business - GPA 3.3
College Wish List - San Diego State or
Arizona State University
Hobbies - Jordan likes to listen to music
and wake board
Favorite Athlete - Vladimir Guerrero
Favorite Movie
The Shawshank Redemption

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Ashley Thatcher - SOFTBALL STAR
Big Sky Catch!
BIG SKY PLAYER & BIG KNIGHT PERFORMER
One reason the Lady Knights are on a roll (20-4, 10-0 GVC & ranked 7th in the state!) is because of the play of freshman, Ashley Thatcher from Great Falls, MT. In the Lady Knight's last doubleheader sweep over College of the Redwoods, Ashley almost single handedly cut down the Corsairs. In game one against Redwoods Ashley pitched a complete game shut out,
allowed only two hits and she struck out ten Corsairs. She also accounted for the only Knight run with a homerun in the 1-0 win. Then in game two she almost repeated her game one feat. She again pitched a complete game shut out and she again hit a homerun, this time in a 5-0 Knight win. "She has some rare qualities," says Head Coach Sonny Stupek. "She is just a tremendous athlete to have as your teammate. She is a really good person and a very hard worker, she almost lives in the weight room. One reason she is a great pitcher is because of some good "genes." Her Dad was a good athlete and she has two brothers who are also very athletic. One specific trait she has that helps her is that she has big hands which helps her grip the ball." Ashley throws three pitches, a rise ball, change up and screwball. "She has a very bright future ahead of her, I am glad that we have her for two years, she will be a very good catch for
some four year program."
One thing is certain, College of the Redwoods would be happy never to see Ashley again!

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#13 Ashley Thatcher
P/OF - 5' 9 "- Frosh
Parents - John & Deb
Siblings - Luke & Noah
HS & Hometown
Great Falls '03/Great Falls, MT
HS Coach - Jerry Olsen
HS Awards - Academic All
State, President's Award,
Team MVP, 1st Team All
Conference
Major - Undecided
College Wish List
Any softball school
Favorite Movie
How to Lose a Guy
in Ten Days
Favorite Food - TCBY & candy
Favorite Team
Packers & Yanks
Favorite Athletes - My brothers!
In my free time I like to...
hang with my friends, do outdoor
stuff, sew or dance
Interesting Fact about me..
"I think I can find something funny in
most all situations"

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Lindsay Cross - BASKETBALL STAR
Multitalented
DOUBLE DOUBLES GALORE
One reason the Lady Knights are on a roll (15-5, 7-2 GVC) is because of the play of sophomore, Lindsay Cross from Weaverville. In the Lady Knight's last big win over College of the Siskiyous, Lindsay was her usually steady self. All she did was scored 12 points and pull down 15 rebounds! "Lindsay is having a great year, in league play alone she has had two double doubles," said Head Coach Jerry Brown. "Game in and game out Lindsay is our best rebounder. She works hard to get into position and it is paying off for us. The difference in her play this season compared to last season is that this year she is playing with confidence. She believes that she is a good player and she is!" Knight fans are certainly glad about Lindsay's new found confidence.

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#34 Lindsay Cross
Forward - 5'11" - Soph
Parents - Patty & Dave Cross
Siblings - Brian & Kameron
Trinity HS '02 / Weaverville
HS Coach - Jamie Green &
Jack Jackson
HS Awards - 2 time All League/MVP
College Awards - All Tourney x 2
Major - Undecided
College Wish List - Anywhere
Favorite Movie - Scarface
Favorite Food - Mexican
Favorite Athlete - Allen Iverson
Favorite Teams - 76ers
In my free time I like to hang with friends
and go to the lake
Interesting Fact about me....
"I like Basset Hounds"

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Brian Erickson - BASKETBALL STAR
Knight Scorer
CAN SHOOT THREES
The Knights have finally hit their stride. Shasta basketball fans can point to several reasons why the Knights have won 3 out of their last 4 games. One of the biggest reasons might be the play of the Knight's best shooter, sophomore guard Brian Erickson from Orland. In the Knight's big win over conference leader College of the Siskiyous, Brian scored 18 points. The Knight's needed every one of those 18 points in their 86-85 win. A Brandon Baker steal (with 12 seconds left in the game) set the stage for Brian's game winning tip-in (with 4 seconds left in the game). "Brian is playing with the confidence that he lacked last season," said Head Coach Kele Fitzhugh. "He has been our most consistent outside scorer, especially in league play." Brian is averaging a team high of almost 14 points a game in GVC play. He has had high games of 21, 20, 18 & 18 points in league play!
If Brian continues his high level of play the Knights will certainly make things miserable for their remaining GVC foes.

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#5 Brian Erickson
Guard - 6'4" - 175 - Soph
Parents - John & Toni Erickson
Siblings - Katie & Natalie
Orland HS / Orland
HS Coach - Dean Miller
Awards - All League, Lions All Star
& Honor Roll x 4 years
GPA - 2.85
Major - Business
College Wish List - CSU-Chico
& CSU-Sonoma
Favorite Movie - Dumb & Dumber
Favorite Food - Lasagna
Favorite Athlete - Peja Stojakovic
Favorite Pro Team - Kings
In my free time I like to bike ride and play video games
Interesting fact about me...
"I drive a tractor in the summer"

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Basketball Star - Lindsie Lefort
Knight Sharp Shooter
MULTIPLE THREAT!
The Lady Knights have multiple offensive weapons that their opponents must try to stop. Their best long range weapon this year is guard/forward Lindsie Lefort from Shasta High School. Lately Lindsie has been on a tear nailing three pointers as easily as lay ups. In the Lady Knight's big overtime win in Weed against College of the Siskiyous, she ended the game with 8 three pointers and a team high of 26 points. In an earlier win this year against Chabot, Lindsie knocked down 7 threes and had a career high of 33 points! "It is an advantage for Lindsie being almost six feet tall, that helps her to shoot over smaller defenders. Not only is she our best three point threat she also does a nice job rebounding. She is one of the fiercest competitors and hardest workers that has ever played for me, she loves to compete! ," said Head Coach Jerry Brown. "She will definitely play at the next level." Certified Athletic Trainer Mike Davis had this to say about the Lady Knight's sharp shooter, "Lindsie lives the game, this year she is playing more relaxed and she looks like she is having fun,
she is fun to watch!"

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#22 Lindsie Lefort
Guard/Forward - 5'11" - Soph
Parents - Kathy & Jack Lefort
Sibling - Jacob
Shasta HS '02 / Redding
HS Coach - Bill Callaway
HS Awards - Team MVP & All Tourney
College Awards - All Tourney &
All Freshman Team
College GPA - 3.3
Major - Psychology
College Wish List - Anywhere
Favorite Movie - Girl Interrupted
Favorite Food - Pasta & Ice Cream
Favorite Athlete - Allen Iverson
Favorite Teams - 76ers
In my free time I like to...
watch ESPN Sportscenter
Interesting Fact about me....
"In my free time I like to write"

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KNIGHT PROFILE - Volleyball Star - Katie Wilson
Knight Spark
IMMEDIATE INFLUENCE
One reason the Lady Knights are advancing to the second round of the state volleyball championships is because of the play of Katie Wilson. In the Lady Knights first round match against American River College, the Knights had lost game one and were playing poorly in game two, trailing 11-19. The Lady Knights needed a spark, that spark turned out to be Katie Wilson. Coach Kelly Brazil thought some height and defense might help the Knights. She looked to the bench and inserted Katie into the match. Katie made the most of her opportunity and responded with a key block on the very next point. The tide of the match changed on Coach Brazil's substitution. Katie made several more blocks and added some huge kills as the Lady Knights followed her lead and won game two in thrilling fashion, 33-31. With Katie staying in the lineup the Lady Knights continued to pick up the intensity and won the match in four games, 23-30, 33-31, 30-25 & 30-20. All told, Katie ended the match with 9 blocks and 5 kills all of which helped to keep the Knights in command. "Katie's energy and outstanding play were key for us. Until she went into the match we were playing without the needed intensity. She immediately played great defense and gave us a huge lift," said Head Coach Kelly Brazil. "Katie got her opportunity and she certainly made the most of it. I am very proud of her. With her in the lineup we have another weapon to go to,
other teams will have to account for her."

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Katie Wilson
Frosh - #5 - Middle Blocker - 6' 1"
Parents - Dennis & Donna Wilson
Siblings - Adam, Aaron, Kayla & Chris
High School - Maxwell '03
Hometown - Maxwell
HS Coach - Danielle Wilson
HS Awards - MVP 3 years VB., MVP 2 years BB,
N.I.C.E. 3rd Team & North State All Star Team
High School GPA - 3.0
Favorite Food - Any
Favorite Movie - Green Mile
Favorite Athlete - Mike Bibby
Favorite Teams - Sac Kings
Major - Ag Business
Transfer Wish List: Anywhere
In her free time Katie likes to:
ride my horse, show cattle, play volleyball or
basketball & hang with my friends
Interesting Fact About Katie:
"I like to talk and I like to play golf!"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Volleyball Star - Marissa Kraft
Powerful Athlete
DYNAMIC JUMP SERVE
It takes a little luck and great athletes to win a championship. The Lady Knight volleyball program has certainly had its share of both for the last 28 seasons and 23 championships. One reason the Knights were able to repeat as champions this season was because of the outstanding play of Marissa Kraft. Marissa played her best game of the season against Butte College in the Knight's league finale. Marissa ended up tied for the team high in kills with 13. Her patented jump serve was almost unstoppable. She helped put the Roadrunners out of their misery by spiking the last three points of the match. " Marissa has had a key role in the success that our volleyball team has enjoyed this season. She has solid all-around skills and is very coachable. Her jump-serve is very dynamic and was instrumental in our final win against Butte College. Marissa is also a very strong threat offensively and is able to hit the ball anywhere on the court. I am looking forward to watching her play next season. She is a great athlete and person," said Head Coach Kelly Brazil. Knight volleyball fans are also looking forward to watching her play next season!!

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Marissa Kraft
Frosh - # - Outside Hitter - 5' 11"
Parents - Lon & Marla Kraft
Siblings - Adam & Deanne
High School - Central Valley '03
Hometown - Redding
HS Coach - Karin Fitzhugh
HS Awards - All NAL VB in 2001 & 2002,
All Section VB 2002
High School GPA - 4.0
Favorite Food - Hawaiian Pizza
Favorite Movie - Dumb & Dumber
Favorite Athlete - JT Snow
Favorite Pro Team - SF Giants
Major - Dietetics
Transfer Wish List: CSU-San Francisco
In her free time Marissa likes to:
jog, shop, mountain bike & snowboard
Interesting Fact About Marissa:
"I can speak 5 different languages"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Star Football Player - KC Clapsaddle
Rare Qualities!
GREAT ABILITY & GREAT HEART
"Best catch I've ever seen in all my years here," said Knights defensive coordinator Matt Diskin after a game. "And I've been here for 12 years." The catch that Coach Diskin is taking about came in the American River College game November 8, 2003. With the Knights down 10-7 and two minutes left in the first half, the Knights had the ball on the American River 20-yard line facing a second-and-14. Quarterback Scott Wingert lofted a pass in the end zone toward Clapsaddle. The sophomore outraced one defender all the way to the back of the end zone, then stopped right before going out of bounds and caught the ball in the crook of his left arm, one handed— all this while a Beavers safety was draped all over him. No pass interference call necessary, spectacular catch and a touchdown for the Knights! In a 28-23 loss to Yuba the week before, Clapsaddle was honored as one of the California Community College players of the week after catching nine passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns. For the season, he leads the Knights with 28 catches for 402 yards and three scores. "I wish we had 75 guys who had the courage and the desire that KC has. We would be winning all of our games!," said Head Coach Craig Thompson. "KC is just a great football player with a huge heart! He is the type of player that other players follow and look up too. He has done more than we have asked him to do. He plays at 110% every down, whether it's at wide receiver or as a kick returner. The next school that he plays for will be extremely fortunate in the fact that they will be getting a great athlete and an outstanding person!"

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KC Clapsaddle
Soph - Wide Receiver / Kick Returner - 5'10" - 170 lbs.
Parents - Ken Clapsaddle & Chris Somers
Sister - Rachelle
High School - Enterprise '02
Hometown - Redding
HS Coach - Clay Erro
HS Awards - 2 time All League, 2 time All Section
and All Area
College Awards - FB Team Captain '03
Shasta College GPA 3.4
Favorite Food - Clucks and fries
Favorite Athlete - Michael Vick
Favorite Sport Team - USC football team
Major - Kinesiology
Transfer Wish List: San Diego State
In his free time KC likes to:
wakeboard, snowboard, watch movies, do anything active
Interesting Fact About KC:
KC is the Knights most valuable football player this season!

KNIGHT PROFILE - Star Goalie - Mark Lewis

Fearless Keeper
Even though the Knight soccer team has had a disappointing start to their season they have been able to count on one thing, their defense. No matter what sport you are in, when you play great defense you have a chance to win. Leading the Knight defense this season on the soccer field for the Knights is sophomore keeper, Mark Lewis. After getting injured his freshman season Mark has fought back to have a stellar start to his sophomore campaign. Last week Mark had a great game against a ranked American River College team. The Knights in five seasons of soccer had never beaten ARC. All that changed when Mark and his teammates stopped all the shots that the Beavers could shoot at them in a 1-0 Knight win. "Mark was unbelievable against American River," said Head Coach Rich Bourne. "He was in perfect position all game long. He played a perfect game, it was just a great win for us. Mark is fearless as a keeper. Every time out he gives us his maximum effort. Plus he is just a great kid to have on our team."

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Mark Lewis
Soph - Keeper - 6'2"
Parents - Gary & Billie Lewis
Siblings - Jeff, Tim & Matthew
High School - Anderson 01'
Hometown - Anderson
HS Coach - Joe Curiel
Awards - HS Team MVP & honor roll
Shasta College GPA 3.5
Favorite Food - Spaghetti
Favorite Athlete - Barry Bonds
Favorite Sport - Baseball
Major - Biology
Transfer Wish List: UC-Santa Barbara
In his free time Mark likes to:
snowboard, go camping and hang with Christine
Interesting Fact About Mark:
Mark is an Eagle scout

KNIGHT PROFILE - Star Wrestler - Micah Zachary

Modesto Tournament Champion
From the Beginning of the season Coach Max Burch tabbed Micah
as one of the Knight wrestlers that fans should keep an eye on. He was right. Micah recently took a first place in his weight class at the ten team Modesto Tournament. He has also not yet lost a league match. "Micah is exciting to watch. When he decides to make a move in a match he is tough to stop, he is very quick and explosive," said Coach Burch. "I look for Micah to be the top wrestler in his weight class this season at our league championships. He should do very well at the state championships this year as well, next season he should be unstoppable! In an earlier match this season Micah has already pinned the #1 ranked in the state 157 pounder! He will probably finish this season as a 149 pounder."

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Micah Zachary
Frosh - 157's - 5'11"
Parents - Mark & Melode Zachary
Siblings - Marcus & Marin
High School - Anderson 03'
Hometown - Anderson
HS Coach - Don Williams
Awards - Placed second in the
high school state meet
High School GPA 3.8
Favorite Food - Pizza
Favorite Athlete - Cael Sanderson
Favorite Sport - Wrestling
Major - Undecided
Transfer Wish List: Not sure yet
In his free time Micah likes to:
snowboard
Interesting Fact About Micah:
Micah was one of the seven Knight athletes selected
to be on the cover of the Fall Media Guide!

KNIGHT PROFILE - Star Wrestler - Matt Coonfield

Sophomore Leader & Tournament Champion
With only two returning wrestlers from last season's championship team, big things were expected from Matt Coonfield this season. So far Matt has been exceeding those expectations. Recently Matt took a first place in a ten team Modesto Tournament. The tournament before Modesto, the Sac City Invitational, Matt also took a first going 4-0 in the process. That makes two first place finishes in his last two tourneys. "We are a young team this season. I was counting on our two sophomores (Matt and Robbie Van Ryn) to be leaders for us this season. Matt is certainly leading by his effort and results on the mat. I am looking for Matt to only get better and tougher as the season progresses. He was a state meet qualifier last year and this year he has an excellent chance to win the state title," said Coach Burch.

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Matt Coonfield
Soph - 174's - 5' 10"
Parents - Jim & Randi Coonfield
Sister - Beth
High School - Anderson 2001
Hometown - Anderson
HS Coach - Don Williams
Awards - ALL NAL and team MVP
Shasta College GPA 3.0
Favorite Food - Everything tastes good
after having to cut weight!
Favorite Movie - Shanghai Moon
Favorite Athlete - Tera Lapinski
Favorite Sport - Wrestling
Major - English
Transfer Wish List: CSU-Chico
Interesting Fact About Matt:
"I love to write poetry and read the bible"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Volleyball Star - Bubbles Lee
Returning All-GVC Outside Hitter
If the Lady Knight volleyball team is going to reload and repeat this season, they will need a "go to" player. The Lady Knights have found their "go to" player in sophomore, Bubbles Lee. Last season Bubbles helped lead the Knights to a GVC title and in the process was named to the All-GVC team as an outside hitter. This season Coach Brazil was hoping that Bubbles would step up her game even higher and be a "go to" player and a leader on the court. So far this young season Bubbles has done just that. In the San Jose City College Tourney this past weekend, Bubbles led the Knights to the tourney title and in the process was named MVP of the tournament. The Knights are again considered to be the team to beat in the race for the GVC crown. With Bubbles Lee and her teammates peaking just before league play, the Lady Knights are once again in the drivers seat. "Bubbles is having a great year, so far. She hits the ball as hard as anyone in our league," said Head Coach Kelly Brazil. "She is a great athlete who loves to compete, her leadership and play on the court is just what this year's team has needed."

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Bubbles Lee
Soph - #14 - Hitter - 5' 8"
Parents - Otis & Christina Lee
Siblings - Danielle, Lamont
& Anthony
High School - Central Valley 02'
Hometown - Shasta Lake
HS Coach - Karin Fitzhugh
Awards - ALL NAL in VB, BB & SB
All GVC in VB & Honorable
Mention in SB
Shasta College GPA 2.9
Favorite Food - Any
Favorite Movie - A Walk to Remember
Favorite Athlete - Penny Hardaway
Favorite Sport - Volleyball
Major - Sociology
Transfer Wish List: Anywhere in CA
In her free time Bubbles likes to:
read, write and do sports
Interesting Fact About Bubbles:
"I love Shasta College"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Running Back - T.J. Smith
Solid Player!
T.J. Smith came a long way to get to Shasta College and the chance to play junior college football. Seattle is over 500 miles up Interstate 5 from Redding. He is also making the most out of his opportunity. Against the always tough, Sacramento City College Panthers, T.J. had an outstanding game rushing for 183 yards in 23 carries. The main reason that the Knights were able to build a 32-6 lead and win the game 41-39 was the running of T.J. Smith. All T.J. did was break off runs of 62 yards and one of 44 yards. The 62 yarder set up a Beau McCoy one yard plunge and T.J. scored on his 44 yard effort. If the Knights are going to be considered a good team this season the returning sophomores will have to step up their play and play like veterans. T.J. Smith is certainly doing his part!
After only 3 games T.J. is just short of 400 yards rushing for the season.

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Major - Early Childhood Education K-3
Transfer Wish List - Florida, USC, or
any California Division I University

Sophomore - 5' 10" - 210
Curtis HS - Seattle, WA - Class of 2000
HS Coach - Bob Lucy

Mother - Linda Smith
Brothers - Eric, Michael & Marshaun
Sisters - Shiniec, Kimberly & Marlea
Daughters - Taylor & Takiah
Favorite Movie - "Belly"
Favorite Team - Chicago Bears
Favorite Players - Walter Payton
Hobby - "I like to cut hair in my spare time"
In ten years I will be, "Teaching elementary school
and owning a couple of barber shops"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Setter - Bailey Scott
Minnesota??
Talk about a long way from home! Bailey Scott made it to Redding by way of Minnesota! "I had heard how beautiful the north state is and I wanted to see for myself." Well, Knight volleyball fans are glad she did. This past weekend in Sacramento the Lady Knights took a third place in an American River College volleyball tournament that featured 20 teams. For her outstanding play Bailey was named to the All-Tourney Team. The Lady Knight volleyball program tries to do one thing every season, repeat as champs. Repeat as champions is one thing the Lady Knights have done over the last 27 years, for a total of 22 championships! So far Coach Brazil has been impressed with the play of her setter, "Bailey's height gives us another dimension at the net. She is a fast learner as well. I have been impressed with her ability to adjust to the speed of the college game. She is also in great shape. We played 11 games last Saturday and help play did not drop off at all." If the Knights are going to repeat again this season they will need outstanding play from their setter. So far, Bailey is doing just what the Knights need her to do!

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Bailey Scott
Frosh - Setter - 5' 8"
Parents - Homer & Heidi Scott
Sibling - Inga
High School - Martin County West '03
Hometown - Dunnell, MN
HS Coach - Matt Prunty
HS Awards - All Area VB Team, All-State Honorable Mention,
All Conference VB & Track
High School GPA - 3.6
Favorite Food - Alfredo Spaghetti & cereals
Favorite Movie - Super Troopers
Favorite Athlete - Gary Payton
Favorite Pro Teams - Vikings & Twins
Major - Equestrian
Transfer Wish List: University of MN
In her free time Bailey likes to:
ride horses, hike, bike, wakeboard
or snowboard
Interesting Fact About Bailey:
" I love willow trees and my dog Maisie"

KNIGHT PROFILE - Punter/Kicker - David Dittman
Pressure 47 Yard Kick
Once reason the Knight football team is off to a fast start is because of the play of their special teams. One player that is helping to make the Knights "Special," is punter/kicker David Dittman from Shasta High School. In the Knight's first three games David has consistently got off some great punts helping to keep the Knight opponents at bay. He is averaging over 43 yards per punt during the first three Knight victories. But last game, against Sac City in a 41-39 Knight win, David made a kick that will forever be in Knight lore. With the score in favor of Sac City, 39-38, and only 1:32 left in the game David was asked by Head Coach Craig Thompson to attempt a 47 yard field goal on fourth and 12. The reason David was asked to make the attempt was the fact that Brett Bergstrom, the Knights regular place kicker had sustained a concussion on the previous series. The situation was set, Knights on the Sac City 29 yard line, fourth and 12 to go, back-up place kicker ready, late in a big game, a long distance of 47 yards, game on the line and a huge Hall of Fame crowd on their feet. The line held out the Sac City rush, the snap from center Gino D'Aprile was perfect, the placement of the ball by holder Joe Fenske was also perfect and the kick by David was even better! The large roar of the crowd four seconds after the snap let the Sac City sideline know that the ball had indeed sailed through the uprights. The Knights were back in the lead for good. With the Sac City offense running 13 plays in the last 1:32 of the game and marching to the Shasta 10 yard line the Knights still needed a Ben Baker field goal block with 15 seconds left to secure the win and cement "The Kick" into the record books. Final score in favor of the Knights,
41-39." When I asked David if he could make the kick, it was his confident answer and focused look that let me know we were making the right decision," said Head Coach Craig Thompson. "David has been very consistent for us the last two seasons, he has always come through under pressure. He should have several schools looking at him this season."

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Sophomore - Punter/Kicker - 6' 1"- 190
Parents - Gary & Dana Dittman
Siblings - Tom & Beth
High School - Shasta HS
Hometown - Redding
HS Coach - Howard McCartin
HS Awards - FB All EAL x 2, Soccer All EAL x 2 &
Baseball All EAL
Shasta College Awards - FB Team Captain '02
Favorite Athlete - Magic Johnson
Favorite Pro Teams - Dodgers & Lakers
Shasta College GPA - 3.05
Major - Education
Transfer Wish List: UCLA, SDSU
In his free time David likes to: Play any sport,
wakeboard or snowboard
Interesting Fact About David: He likes the Lakers and
Dodgers because he used to live in SoCal