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January 2012VOLUME II, ISSUE 1Pictured on Cover: Farah
Gators kick off 2013 with 5-3 record
2012-13 ResultsDay Opponent Location ResultNov. 4 Nevada Reno, NV W, 73-‐68
Nov. 9 SJSU San Jose, CA L, 51-‐70
Nov. 15 Holy Names Oakland, CA W, 95-‐63
Nov. 17 Nebraska-‐Kearney San Francisco, CA L, 57-‐67
Nov. 20 Sonoma State San Francisco, CA W, 63-‐61
Nov. 24 Sonoma State Rohnert Park, CA L, 60-‐70
Nov. 30 CS East Bay San Francisco, CA L, 38-‐46
Dec. 1 CS Monterey Bay San Francisco, CA W, 49-‐38
Dec. 11 Dominican San Rafael, CA W, 60-‐38
Dec. 14 Notre Dame De Namur Belmont, CA W, 68-‐46
Jan. 4 CS Stanislaus Turlock, CA W, 69-‐45
Jan. 5 #14 Chico State Chico, CA L, 60-‐76
Jan. 11 CS Dominguez Hills San Francisco, CA W, 75-‐59
Jan. 12 CS Los Angeles San Francisco, CA L, 53-‐59
Jan. 17 Humboldt State Arcata, CA W, 59-‐52
Jan. 19 Cal Poly Pomona Pomona, CA L, 39-‐47
Jan. 25 UC San Diego San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Jan. 26 CS San Bernardino San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 1 CS Monterey Bay Seaside, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 2 CS East Bay Hayward, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 8 Chico State San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 9 CS Stanislaus San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 15 CS Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 16 CS Dominguez Hills Carson, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 22 Cal Poly Pomona San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 23 Humboldt State San Francisco, CA 5:30p.m.
Feb. 28 CS San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA 5:30p.m.
Mar. 1 UC San Diego La Jolla, CA 5:30p.m.
Winning their last 3 out of 4 games, with a 5-‐3 record the Gators head into the new year with something to prove. “Our last three games have been a by-‐product of our commitment to playing team defense, which has resulted in some outstanding defensive numbers,” said head coach Joaquin Wallace. At present, the Gators are playing their best basketball of the young season and with their eyes on the conference tournament, the need to continue to grow and get better is essential in their quest for postseason play.
Gators end preseason with winning record
The Gators `irst goal was to have a quality preseason against some outstanding opponents and both were accomplished! With regional rankings and records critical, the scheduling of three Pac West Conference opponents was important. The Gators ended the preseason 3-‐1, while being undefeated against Pac West opponents. Coach Wallace believes going 3 and 0 Against Pac West opponents is essential in the journey in reaching both the Post Season Conference tournament as well as the NCAA Regionals.
In Coach Wallace’s eight years as head coach, the Gators have had two wins against Division I opponents:
1.University of Paci@ic, 2008-‐2009 2.University of Nevada Reno 2012-‐2013
Gator Factoid
I learned that now everyone knows my style of play and I can't just go out there thinking it will be easy for me to do what I do best. Now I have to become more versatile so that my opponents won't be able to say I only do one thing. I have to stay consistent with improving my game.
If you had to describe the perfect game, what would it consist of?The perfect game would be all of my teammates contributing to a win. Winning our bench points free throw percentage everything. Personally I would want a triple double points rebounds and either steals or assists.
To date, what is your most memorable experience while playing at San Francisco State?When we beat Pomona at their house. Being a nationally ranked team that was the `irst time we beat an opponent of that standard. It felt so good when that buzzer went off and we all jumped in joy.
What are your personal goals and team goals this season?My personal goal is to be all conference and average a double double. As a team I want to `inish top four in the conference and make it to regionals.
What is the biggest thing that you have learned from playing basketball at San Francisco State University?I learned that the only way to get the results you want is to put in the work. It won't be handed to you.
What will you take away from your experience of playing under Coach Wallace?So many things he has taught me but the biggest one is never be complacent. Don't be happy with what you have always strive to be better then before.
In 2011-2012, just her first season as a Gator, Shokoor recorded 5 double-doubles including three straight (Jan. 26 through Feb. 3). She scored a season high 14 points versus Cal St. Monterey Bay and grabbed a season high 17 rebounds twice (versus Sonoma State and Cal State L.A.). She averaged 5.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.0 blocked shots per game while shooting 45% from the field and blocking 27 shots including four at Cal State Stanislaus.
Farah, as sophomore what is the biggest lesson learned from your freshman year?
Farah Shokoor Enjoying Breakout Season
Wallace WisdomThe importance of scouting reports
Failure to Prepare is Preparing to Fail -‐ John Wooden
Prior to me becoming a college coach, I had the opportunity of being the founder and Executive Director of a not-‐for-‐pro`it organization. Even before that, while completing my Masters Degree in Marketing, one of the quotes or phrases that I remembered was “Without a road map any road will get you there.”
With that being said, I have been a `irm believer that this same philosophy is paramount in preparing for an upcoming opponent or even preparing your own team. Therefore, I know that developing a sound scouting report can be the difference between winning and losing basketball games.
Over the years, I have learned to appreciate the importance of developing a sound and solid scouting report. With the advent of editing software, the job of creating scouting reports has become, simply, what you put into it. However, scouting reports can be to much information as well. With that being said, it is important for the coaching staff to craft a plan that is suitable to their teams needs and personalities.
In my early years, from 2007-‐2010, our personnel was extremely savvy and smart in regards to information being provided. Our scouting reports resembled a dissertation; however, the players wanted information and the more information the better. It wasn’t abnormal for
COACH WALLACE is entering his 8th season with the Gators. Previous coaching includes: Contra Costa Community College, Albany High School, St. Mary’s Berke ley High School and established AAU program Albany Swish. He is currently the 3rd Most Winningest Coach in SFSU history, with 3 CCAA playoff appearances, and has @inished as high as 10th in Final NCAA Div is ion I I West Reg iona l rankings.
them to receive a `ive page scouting report with a test at the end, which we called a skull session. However, as I have evolved as a coach, we now have a player information scout, which provides speci`ic information on players weaknesses and tendencies. I have found that less is better. Giving them more speci`ic information, I found, has been a more effective tool. In addition, we spend more time on focusing on our strengths and weakness versus what our opposition does. I `irmly believe if we focus on our internal strengths and weakness our team will be in a better position to execute the scouting report.
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On the Sideline with SchutteNavigating the holiday season as an athlete
! HAPPY HOLIDAYS don't have to be at a cost of a 10 pound weight gain on the scale. Tis the season to enjoy the company of others and heavy foods. Here are some tips during this time of the year to help manage from over eating and losing track of your `itness goals.
COACH SCHUTTE is entering her 2nd season with the Ga to r s . She p rev ious l y coached at Western Oregon U n i v e r s i t y w h e r e s h e r e c e i v e d h e r M . A . i n rehabil i tat ion counselor education. As a 2-‐sport s t andou t a t Nor thwes t Nazarene University she was named 2nd-‐team All-‐GNAC.
glass. If you feel that you need more add a little water to that champagne.
3.WORKOUT: Knowing that you're going to be consuming a little more over the next couple of weeks add an extra workout in. Do an extra 20 minutes on the machine or take a `itness class. Exercise will be a nice reminder of your `itness goals and help keep you on track for healthy behavior.
1.DO NOT SKIP MEALS: It's very common to think "I just won't eat all day so that I can gorge myself later." Not only do you become grouchy to be around, due to starvation, but it is more likely that you will stuff yourself with more calories than the meals you skipped to begin with.
2. STAY AWAY FROM THE ALCOHOL: As we all know, alcohol contains a lot of unnecessary calories. Try to limit yourself to only one drink or one
4.PACE YOURSELF: Don't `ill your `irst plate with as much food and take at least 20 minutes eating it. There will always be plenty of seconds if you're still hungry. This will allow your body to process the food you've ingested and help prevent you from over eating.
5.WEAR SNUG CLOTHING: None of us want to look heavy or over weight while we see our family and friends. Wearing snug clothing with help keep you conscience of feeling too full or bloated. We all know we've tried to pull the loose shirt a time or two in our life.
Remember, it's the holidays, there is no reason to gorge yourself. As far as eating goes, its just another day of the week. Look at the holidays as a challenge and attack it. Don't be the one in the gym in January trying to lose those extra 5 pounds.
Go Gators!
Alumni Game RecapSan Francisco State welcomed back their Alumni on October 20th to start the season. Members of ex-‐head coach Arden Kragalot and Coach Wallaces’ past teams were on hand to play the incumbent 2012-‐2013 Gators. Great fun by all as many former fans and parents came to support the Alumni. Outside of some bumps and bruises, the game was both fun and entertaining for fans and players. The Alumni lost by a undisclosed number, however, they had many bright spots during the game. Current Gator freshman Erica Lohrenz highlighted the game by draining @ive 3-‐pointers in her collegiate debut.
Updates since graduation?Since I've graduated with a degree in exercise science I have gotten certi@ied by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and now work full time as a Tier 3 Personal Trainer at Equinox.
Biggest lesson you’ve learned from Coach Wallace?Biggest thing I've learned through playing under Wallace has been how to strive in the face of adversity.
Favorite memory playing at SFSU?My best memories playing as a gator were all of the good times spent with my teammates. When you spend that much time together you literally become a family. Through good times and bad I made lifelong friends and I will never forget those 4 years.
Advice for younger players?Advice for the young players coming up would be to know that what you put in is exactly what you get out of everything you do in college. You must @ind that balance between school, hoop, friends, family, etc. give it your all because you only get 4 years an you don't want to have any regrets when it's over.
Alum Q&A: Jessica Hout-‐FreemanHighlights of her career: -‐ 4 Year Starter, tied for 3rd in Most Career Games Ever Played at SFSU -‐#19 In Most Points Ever Scored at SFSU with 71-‐#6 in All Time Assists with 22-‐#10 in All Time Steals at SFSU with 15-‐#9 In Field Goal Attempts with 819
-‐#10 in Career 3pt Field Goals Made with 63-‐ #8 in Most 3pt Field Goals Attempted with 246
2012-2013 MISSION STATEMENTSan Francisco State Women’s Basketball is all about the F.A.C.T.S. As a program, our primary focus is to develop young leaders through mentoring females who strive to be the best student-‐athletes. This process encompasses academics as well as social responsibility to our community. Through this process, San Francisco State Women’s Basketball has established Five Core Competencies and Characteristics known as the F.A.C.T.S. for our program.
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