An Inside Look at - Lehman College
An Inside Look at Lightning Bask etball To Open Basketball ower Season a att ACC P Po After finishing the best season in men’s basketball history at Lehman College, the Lightning is ready to kick off the 20042005 season with an exhibition game against the University of Virginia Cavaliers, a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Last season, the Lightning earned a 22-7 record, winning the CUNYAC championship and advancing to the Division III NCAA tournament for the first time in school history. They are ready to defend their title with a host of returning players and many new faces to complete the squad.
from the ACC,” said Coach Schulman. “It’s going to be a once in a lifetime experience for our players and for everyone involved in our program.”
gives Lehman depth in the frontcourt with his versatility in the open court. Proctor averaged 8.7 points per game, while pulling down a team high of 9.4 rebounds per game.
The University of Virginia is coming out of an 18-13 season, where the Cavaliers advanced to the second round of the National Invitation Tournament (NIT).
“This year’s season will be twice as tough,” said Proctor. “We know that this season will rely on our returning players to lead this year’s squad with dedication, and mental preparation.”
When the Lightning takes the floor in Virginia, coach Schulman will look to his veterans to lead the way. Senior forward Miguel Jorge will be called upon to provide the bulk of the Lightning scoring. Jorge This intriguing match-up came is the top returning scorer, about as the NCAA passed new averaging 14.6 points per legislation in August that allows game. He also converted a team high of 51 three-point exhibition games between NCAA divisions. The game will shots. not count toward either team’s “Miguel provides us instant records, but will count as one offense,” said Schulman. “His of the twenty-five allotted regular season contests for the ability to hit big shots in crucial moments will be very helpful Lightning under Division III in our quest for a second title.” rules. “Every New York City basketball player dreams about playing a game against a team
Coach Schulman will also look to some very exciting newcomers to bring home a victory, including junior college transfer Franky Gedeon. Gedeon, a 6’3" forward who joined the Lightning after a stellar career at Palm Beach Community College. While averaging 11.3 ppg and 9.4 rpg, Gideon helped lead Palm Beach to the conference championship game.
Lehman will also look for an inside presence from 6’10" transfer Sekani Francis. This former Kennedy High School Sophomore Kevan Proctor will star will give Lehman their bolster the interior defense for best inside presence in Coach the Lightning. The 6’6" center Schulman’s tenure.
Senior Miguel Jorge will be looked upon to help lead Lehman in the 2004-2005 season. Ulster County Community College transfer Willie Vargas will assume the point guard role for the Lightning. Vargas led Ulster to one of their finest seasons in recent history. His crafty ball handling ability will be
instrumental in the Lightning’s up-tempo system. “Our newcomers bring a wealth of experience and excitement,” said Schulman. “On this year’s roster, we have a lot of guys who can step in and contribute right away.”
2003-2004 LIGHTNING MEN'S BASKETBALL ROSTER No. 10 11 12 15 23 24 25 31 32 33 35 43 44 45 51 53
Player Franky Gedeon Kyle Blount Willy Vargas Hector Daza Gregory Terry Rafael Bueno Ralph Majica Dewayne Thomas Derek Moses Arman Muller Miguel Jorge Chris Diplan Lenny Gonzalez Rafael Czerniawski Kevan Proctor Jr. Sekani Francis
Year Jr. So. Jr. So. Jr. Fr. So. Jr. So. Fr. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. So. Jr.
Pos. F G G G F F F G F F F F F F C C
Ht. 6-3 5-8 5-8 6-1 6-0 6-3 6-1 6-2 6-5 6-3 6-1 6-4 6-1 6-5 6-6 6-10
High School Palm Beach Lakes John Adams DeWitt Clinton Murry Bergtraum Prospect Heights Monroe Woodbury William H. Taft Rice DeWitt Clinton Xaverian Dominican Rep. Long Island City Tuchahoe Yonkers Grand St. Campus Kennedy
Hometown Palm Beach, FL Jamaica, NY Bronx, NY New York, NY Brooklyn, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Yonkers, NY Brooklyn, NY Bronx, NY
Head Coach: Steve Schulman Assistant Coaches: Wolfgang Lucena, Chris Ballerini, Phil Terry,Vantroi Chapman Chris Bowman, Walter Kent
Sophomore Kevan Proctor will be called upon to provide stability from the center position.
from the ACC,” said Coach Schulman. “It’s going to be a once in a lifetime experience for our players and for everyone involved in our program.”
gives Lehman depth in the frontcourt with his versatility in the open court. Proctor averaged 8.7 points per game, while pulling down a team high of 9.4 rebounds per game.
The University of Virginia is coming out of an 18-13 season, where the Cavaliers advanced to the second round of the National Invitation Tournament (NIT).
“This year’s season will be twice as tough,” said Proctor. “We know that this season will rely on our returning players to lead this year’s squad with dedication, and mental preparation.”
When the Lightning takes the floor in Virginia, coach Schulman will look to his veterans to lead the way. Senior forward Miguel Jorge will be called upon to provide the bulk of the Lightning scoring. Jorge This intriguing match-up came is the top returning scorer, about as the NCAA passed new averaging 14.6 points per legislation in August that allows game. He also converted a team high of 51 three-point exhibition games between NCAA divisions. The game will shots. not count toward either team’s “Miguel provides us instant records, but will count as one offense,” said Schulman. “His of the twenty-five allotted regular season contests for the ability to hit big shots in crucial moments will be very helpful Lightning under Division III in our quest for a second title.” rules. “Every New York City basketball player dreams about playing a game against a team
Coach Schulman will also look to some very exciting newcomers to bring home a victory, including junior college transfer Franky Gedeon. Gedeon, a 6’3" forward who joined the Lightning after a stellar career at Palm Beach Community College. While averaging 11.3 ppg and 9.4 rpg, Gideon helped lead Palm Beach to the conference championship game.
Lehman will also look for an inside presence from 6’10" transfer Sekani Francis. This former Kennedy High School Sophomore Kevan Proctor will star will give Lehman their bolster the interior defense for best inside presence in Coach the Lightning. The 6’6" center Schulman’s tenure.
Senior Miguel Jorge will be looked upon to help lead Lehman in the 2004-2005 season. Ulster County Community College transfer Willie Vargas will assume the point guard role for the Lightning. Vargas led Ulster to one of their finest seasons in recent history. His crafty ball handling ability will be
instrumental in the Lightning’s up-tempo system. “Our newcomers bring a wealth of experience and excitement,” said Schulman. “On this year’s roster, we have a lot of guys who can step in and contribute right away.”
2003-2004 LIGHTNING MEN'S BASKETBALL ROSTER No. 10 11 12 15 23 24 25 31 32 33 35 43 44 45 51 53
Player Franky Gedeon Kyle Blount Willy Vargas Hector Daza Gregory Terry Rafael Bueno Ralph Majica Dewayne Thomas Derek Moses Arman Muller Miguel Jorge Chris Diplan Lenny Gonzalez Rafael Czerniawski Kevan Proctor Jr. Sekani Francis
Year Jr. So. Jr. So. Jr. Fr. So. Jr. So. Fr. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. So. Jr.
Pos. F G G G F F F G F F F F F F C C
Ht. 6-3 5-8 5-8 6-1 6-0 6-3 6-1 6-2 6-5 6-3 6-1 6-4 6-1 6-5 6-6 6-10
High School Palm Beach Lakes John Adams DeWitt Clinton Murry Bergtraum Prospect Heights Monroe Woodbury William H. Taft Rice DeWitt Clinton Xaverian Dominican Rep. Long Island City Tuchahoe Yonkers Grand St. Campus Kennedy
Hometown Palm Beach, FL Jamaica, NY Bronx, NY New York, NY Brooklyn, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Bronx, NY Yonkers, NY Brooklyn, NY Bronx, NY
Head Coach: Steve Schulman Assistant Coaches: Wolfgang Lucena, Chris Ballerini, Phil Terry,Vantroi Chapman Chris Bowman, Walter Kent
Sophomore Kevan Proctor will be called upon to provide stability from the center position.
