Coach's Comments:   "Dan is a 2nd semester addition to our squad.  He missed playing competitive basketball last semester.  He is a solid student and he has a good work ethic and is determined to make a contribution this year.  His ability to handle the ball and defend against bigger and quicker guards will probably determine his playing time more than anything else."

Coach's Comments:  "Ryan is nursing a fractured vertabrae, an injury that occurred in high school and has flared up early in tryouts.  He is a tough competitor and showed steady improvement last season.  He excels in dribbling the basketball and running the team, and he can shoot with the best.  His ability to defend bigger guards should continue to improve with experience.  We need him to stay healthy!" 

Coach's Comments:  "Ricky has been around basketball all his life.  He is a fine shooter and understands the game well.  His determination and courage to comeback as well as his unselfish team play make him likely to contribute heavily this year.  He must improve his dribbling skills and defend quick guards better to realize his full potential."

Coach's Comments:  "Although Chris saw limited playing time his freshman year, he has returned much improved.  His confidence, quickness, and defensive concentration have shown significant development.  He is an excellent team player, and his love for the game as well as his willingness to work hard make him a pleasure to coach."

Coach's Comments:   "Dominick was pressed into greater playing time at the break last year.  He is a versatile athlete, with his strengths being his desire and his quickness.  His defense continues to improve and he is already established as one of the best rebounders in the league.  Continued leadership and all around skill development will result in him being a key contributor to the Cougar cause again this season."

Coach's Comments:  "Mohamed was not eligible to play during the first semester.  He did the job in the classroom, and asked to be allowed to return to the team.  He loves basketball and has an excellent attitude toward the game as well as toward his teammates.  He is an excellent leaper and is trying hard to learn the fundamentals of the game.  His contribution this season will depend upon how rapidly he improves."

...averaged 16 points, 9 rebounds, and 3.5 assists on his high school team last year and 13 ppg and 9 rpg his junior year...coached by Doug Schlaff...1st Team All Conference, Honorable Mention Free Press Class B All State...Honorable Mention BCAM All State...MEAP Scholarship recipient...sustained a small bone injury in his foot the 3rd day of practice, forcing him to miss almost 2 weeks of early practices...Elementary Education major...wants to teach and coach basketball and/or baseball

Coach's Comments:  "Pat is a pleasant surprise.  He continues to improve rapidly as he heals from his early injury.  He has average speed and quickness for college basketball, but he has good instincts for the game.  He is a fine shooter who selects his shots well.  He must learn to dribble the ball better, cut down on his passing miscues, and improve his defense in order to contribute heavily this season."

...1999 graduate of Charlevoix...Coached by Keith Haske..enrolled at KVCC for "a chance to play collegiate basketball and learn to become a coach"...averaged 14 ppg in senior year...1st team All Conference selection on 21-6 team...served as assistant JV coach one year and assistant varsity coach another year at CHS...majoring in Sports Management...wants to pursue a career in either coaching or sports administration

Coach's Comments:  "Matt is a hard working team player.  He gives the program his best effort day by day.  He must acquire better guard skills in a brief time.  He has the kind of attitude every coach wants on his team." 

Coach's Comments:  "Justin is fighting to overcome knee surgery that was performed two weeks after the start of practice this fall.  The good news is that his meniscus was not torn, as originally thought.  Instead, scar tissue from an earlier injury was removed and he is expected to be near full strength by December at the latest.  Justin is an athletic front-liner who possesses the skills necessary to play at the next level.  He runs and jumps well and has a nice outside shot.  We hope to see him at full strength as soon as possible.  If he is, he will undoubtedly play a major role in our success this season."  

...coached by Mike Howard...high school MVP...averaged 19 points and 16 rebounds for his 13-8 team last season...First Team All Conference in both his junior and senior seasons...MEAP Scholarship Recipient...probably will major in Criminal Justice...wants to be a dectective

Coach's Comments:  "Rick continues to work hard to develop his skills in practice.  His lack of speed and quickness are countered by his strength and soft shooting touch.  He will have to improve his defense and rebounding in order to gain playing time this season."

Coach's Comments:  "Bret has slimmed down in his effort to increase his foot speed.  His outstanding high school statistics speak volumes about his accomplishments so far and his potential at the next level.  He must continue to improve his defense and rebounding in order to gain significant playing time.  He is an excellent passer and has a fine team attitude. His continued development will dictate the extent of his contribution this season."

Coach's Comments:  "Nate came back quicker and stronger this season.  He has been set back by a broken shooting hand...doctors opted not to do surgery and he is out for a few weeks to allow for healing.  Nate has a nice mid-range jumper to compliment his low post game.  He also has good court awareness and passing skills.  Nate's defense is improving, and pending proper healing in his hand, he will be a key performer for the Cougars again this year."

...coached by Gerald Weatherspoon...averaged 17 points and 15 rebounds (led team) on his 18-7 high school team...MacKenzie knocked off perennial powers MLK, Redford, and Finney to earn a trip to the Final Four in the Breslin Center...scored 25 and garnered 17 rebounds against eventual State Champion Pontiac Northern...Honorable Mention All City Free Press selection...Honorable Mention Class A All State...Who's Who Among American High School Students...majoring in Sports Medicine and Physical Education...wants to be an athletic trainer

Coach's Comments:  "Andre is an athletic front-liner who possesses excellent potential to become a fine college player.  His is strong around the glass and should get to the line often this season.  He must become more intense defensively.  His passing and shooting skills will improve with experience.  His desire to excel will enable him to reach his full potential."