[Kutztown Press Release] 2006-07 KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES' AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Tue Jul 10 10:19:34 EDT 2007

July 10, 2007

2006-07 KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY COACHES' AWARDS ANNOUNCED

KUTZTOWN, PA - Kutztown University's head coaches have announced the recipients of the 2006-07 coaches' awards.  The coaches' awards are presented to a member of each of the Golden Bear teams, based on criteria selected by the coaching staff. 

 Somdeep Appineni (sr. Hyderabad, INDIA) of the men's tennis team, received the coaches' award from head coach Suresh Ramamurthi. Appineni was 11-5 in singles and 13-2 in doubles. "Somdeep was a four-year leader for us," Ramamurthi said. "He is a hard worker and an academic standout." 

Field Hockey's Laura Belfatti (sr. Hatfield/Lansdale Catholic) was chosen by head coach Betty Wesner. As well as being the MVP for the Golden Bears, Belfatti was named NFHCA second-team All-America and All-PSAC first team mid-fielder.  "Laura earned this award because of her loyalty to Kutztown University athletics and especially the field hockey coaching staff and her team," said coach Wesner.  "She is an excellent role model both on and off the field."

The cheer team's Alyssa Bono (sr. Wanaque/Lakeland Regional) was chosen by first-year coach Amanda Schultz to receive the coaches' award.  Bono, a four year cheerleader, was selected by Schultz for being a "talented and caring team leader."

Men's soccer's Collin Dalton (jr. Carlisle/Big Spring) was honored by head coach Otto Ormosi. Dalton started 20 games this past season taking eleven shots as a mid-fielder.  "Collin played in every game last fall and was team captain," Ormosi said.  "He is a very hard worker who came to play every game."

Rohini Das (fr. Kolkata, INDIA) of the women's tennis team is the recipient from head coach Suresh Ramamurthi.  Das, who was a newcomer to Kutztown, joined the team for the spring semester.  She was a perfect 6-0 in singles, including a 5-0 mark at second seed.  She also was 4-2 in doubles.

Men's basketball's Terrance Davis (sr. Philadelphia/Scotland School) was picked by head coach Bernie Driscoll.  Davis averaged 23 minutes per game and shot just over 44 percent from the field. "Terrance overcame many obstacles to be named captain and starter for the 2006-07 season," Driscoll said. "He was an excellent leader of a young team."

Football's Mike Grosso (sr. Hackettstown, NJ/Pope John) received the coaches' award from the football staff.  Grosso overcame injury to become a three-year starter.  This past season he was a team captain for the Golden Bears and received All-PSAC East honors.  Grosso recorded 70 tackles this past season, 36 of which were solo.

Women's basketball's Katie Harlor (sr. Danville/Danville) was selected by head coach Janet Malouf. Harlor shot with consistency from the field knocking down just under 40 percent of her field goals, including seven three pointers.  "Katie's dedication and commitment to the women's basketball team as well as improvement in her skills earned her this award," Malouf said.

Men's track and field's Tony Hegedus (sr. Coopersburg/Southern Lehigh) was recognized by head coach Ray Hoffman for his outstanding team work. "Tony stepped into the role as a team leader this year," Hoffman said.  "Even though he red shirted this outdoor season he was still able to help his fellow teammates with his expertise in the hurdles."

Baseball's Justin Jachowicz (jr. Summit Hill/Panther Valley) was picked by head coach Chris Blum.  In 24.2 innings pitched, Justin held an Earned Run Average of 2.55, allowing only 19 hits.  Jachowicz struck out 19 of the 89 batters he faced and held opposing batters to a .213 batting average.  "Justin is a pleasure to coach.  He continues to work and improve and always does what is best for the team," Coach Blum said.

Wrestling's Kevin Kalbach (sr. Downingtown/Downingtown) was selected by head coach Rob Fisher. Kalbach was 15-5 wrestling at 165.  Kalbach was the East Regional Champion and NCAA qualifier, despite suffering a broken nose during the tournament.  He finished among all-time leaders in career wins with 57.  The award is given to the wrestler who shows the most dedication, loyalty and leadership to KU wrestling, according to Fisher.

Staci McGinty (jr. Jamison/Central Bucks East) from the women's swim team was awarded the coaches' award from Tim Flannery.  "Staci overcame a knee injury that kept her out all last season, Flannery said.  This year she stepped up and swam the 500, 1000, 1650 Free, events that she never swam and was able to post the second fastest time all time at Kutztown University in the 500, as well as top 10 times in the 1000 and 1650.  She also scored in three events at the PSACs." 

Women's track and field's Katie Quinn (so. Glenolden/Interboro) was recognized by coach Ray Hoffman.  Quinn posted a time of 12.38 in the 100 meter dash for the Golden Bears in the PSAC championships.  "Katie has shown much maturity and focus this year," Hoffman said.  "She has turned around a difficult freshman year, and has become one of the PSAC's top threats in sprints."

Women's golf's Tristin Suzenski (sr. Pottstown/St. Pius X) was given the coaches' award from head coach Rob Fisher. She golfed in all 18 matches played and had an average of 89.8.  "Tristin displayed excellent leadership, dedication and loyalty," said coach Fisher.

Women's cross country's Chelsea Thomas (sr. Sellersville/Pennridge) was picked by head coach Ray Hoffman.  Thomas finished ninth overall for the Golden Bears in the PSAC championships.  "Chelsea has been the staple to our women's cross country team for the past four years, "said coach Hoffman.  "She truly puts the team before anything which shows through her gutsy performances.  Chelsea has competed over the past four years with two metal rods in her back which is something that would have made many other athletes hang things up."

Scott Thomas (so. Schuylkill Haven/Blue Mountain) from men's swimming has been named the coaches award recipient from head coach Tim Flannery.  "Scott demonstrated a great work ethic," Flannery said.  "He fell ill in November but was able to overcome it in two weeks to post PSAC cut times in December."  Thomas was a consolation finalist in the 500 Free and 100 back and reached the finals in the 200 back at PSACs.  He posted all time top 10 finishes at Kutztown University in the 500 (ninth) and 200 (fourth).

Women's soccer's Shelby Varone (sr. Bernville/Tulpehocken) received the coaches' award from the soccer coaching staff.  Varone started in all 21 games and posted two assists this past season for the Golden Bears.  "Shelby is an outstanding leader on and off the field," assistant coach Rachel Napoli said.  "She is a very hard worker, has overcome injuries, dedicated to her team and program and always represented her school well."

Men's cross country's Dan Wilde (sr. Lemoyne/Cedar Cliff) was selected by head coach Ray Hoffman.   Wilde was Kutztown's second-best finisher at both the PSAC and NCAA Regional championships.  "Dan's leadership over the past three years has been excellent," Hoffman said.  "He has shown many of his young teammates that hard work and focus are the key components to success."

Softball's Adriane Willmer (sr. Kitchener, ONT/Resurrection) has received the coaches' award from head coach Judy Lawes.  Willmer, who had the second highest batting average on the team at .415, led the team in at bats with 234 and hits with 97.  She started in all 61 games played this season by the Golden Bears.  "Adriane was a tremendous vocal leader for our team this year," Lawes said.

Volleyball's Dani Witherite (sr. PA Furnace/State College) was chosen by head coach John Gump to receive the coach's award.  Witherite was second on the Golden Bears averaging over three kills per game.  "Dani earned this award for her consistent and outstanding effort, dedication to her team, her excellent work ethic and example to her teammates," Gump said.  

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Kutztown University Sports Information
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