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Table of ContentsQuick Facts/Media Information 12009-10 Season Outlook 2Cowgirl Roster 3Head Coach Kati Gyulai 4Assistant Coach Dean Clower 5Cowgirl Biographies 6-12Season-by-Season Results 13-15Series Records 16All-Time Letterwinners 17Rochelle Athletics Center 18A Great Place to Learn 19Academics 20Strength and Conditioning 21Mountain West Conference 22Wyoming - There’s No Place Like It 23Laramie - The Clear Choice 24UW Athletics Facilities IBC

Athletics Media RelationsThe University of Wyoming Athletics Media Relations Offi ce is always available to assist any media needs. Please contact Assistant Media Relations Director Amy Dambro or any member of the staff for assistance. Contact the offi ce via phone (307-766-2256), fax (307-766-2346) or e-mail ([email protected]). All interview requests for Coach Gyulai or any players should be made through Assistant Media Relations Director Amy Dambro and the University of Wyoming Media Relations Offi ce, 307-766-2256, at least 24 hours in advance. Players are available as their class schedules, practices and meetings permit. Players will not be available until post-match on those days.

On The CoverPictured on the front cover of the media guide is senior Sarah Summerfi eld. The inside front cover is the team photo and 2009-10 tennis schedule. The back cover features photos of juniors Rebecca Berger and Carly Van Hollen.

CreditsThis guide was produced by the University of Wyoming Athletics Media and Public Relations Offi ce. The guide was written and edited by Assistant Media Relations Director Amy Dambro. Other contributors included: Associate AD for Media Relations Tim Harkins, Offi ce Manager Diane Dodson, Website Coordinator Aaron Voos and Media Specialist John Paradis.

Photo CreditsThe photos are courtesy of Ted Brummond, Trice Megginson, the University of Wyoming Photo Service, the Wyoming Division of Tourism and the Mountain West Conference.

Design and Printing CreditsThank you to Modern Printing of Laramie, Wyo. for the cover designs and who also served as the printer for this publication.

University Quick FactsLocation: Laramie, WyomingFounded: 1886Enrollment: 13,207Nickname: CowgirlsColors: Brown and GoldHome Court: UW Tennis ComplexAffi liation: NCAA Division IConference: Mountain WestPresident: Tom Buchanan (State University of New York, ‘73)Athletics Director: Tom Burman (Wyoming, ‘88)Associate AD-Internal Affairs/SWA: Molly Moore (Washington State, ‘99)Faculty Representative: Alyson HagyAthletics Department Phone: 307-766-2292Ticket Offi ce Phone: 307-766-4850 or 800-922-9461

Wyoming Tennis StaffHead Coach: Kati GyulaiAlma Mater: Wyoming, ‘03Record at Wyoming: 8-16 (.333), One YearConf. Record at Wyoming: 1-7 (.125), One YearCareer Record: 37-33 (.529), Three YearsConference Record: SameAssistant Coach: Dean Clower (Lamar, ‘06)Tennis Offi ce Phone: 307-766-5065Best Time to Reach Head Coach: Contact SID

Wyoming Team Information2008-09 Record: 8-16 (.333)2008-09 Conf. Record/Finish: 1-7 (.125)/8th in the MWCLetterwinners Returning/Lost: 5/3Starters Returning/Lost: 3/2Newcomers: 5

HistoryFirst Year of Tennis: 1996-97All-Time Record/Years: 106-187 (.362), 13 yearsAll-Time MWC Record: 8-64 (.111), Ten yearsAll-Time WAC Record: 5-15 (.250), Three years

Media InformationAssociate AD for Media Relations: Tim HarkinsOffi ce Phone: 307-766-2321email: [email protected]. Media Relations Director (Tennis Contact): Amy Dambroemail: [email protected] ce Phone: 307-766-2269Cell Phone: 307-760-1736Main Offi ce Phone: 307-766-2256Fax Number: 307-766-2346

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Second year head coach Kati Gyluai and the Wyoming Cowgirl tennis team are very excited for the 2010 spring season to arrive. With a solid group of returning players and a number of new faces, they will continue to build the program towards the top of the Mountain West Conference.

“I am very excited about this year,” said Gyulai. “We have a full roster and feel that we will be competitive in the Mountain West Conference. Last year, we played under pressure the entire season due to the fact that we only had fi ve players. I think that experience will help us this year because it made us stronger mentally. We have a better understanding of what it means to go out and take care of our own business.”

The Cowgirls have high expectations as they return three starters and fi ve total letterwinners to a squad that went 8-16 overall in 2008-09. Wyoming also welcomes fi ve newcomers and Gyulai feels that together this group can make signifi cant progress.

“I think the 2009-2010 squad is by far one of the most talented that we have had here at UW in years,” Gyulai added. “Our fall results show that. We won two tournament fl ight titles and reached the quarterfi nals at the Mountain Regional Tournament in doubles, along with that we are playing conference and non-conference opponents very closely. Our team set some high goals and so far we have been working hard toward those goals.”

A big factor in all of the team’s success will be their only senior Sarah Summerfi eld. A two-time All-Mountain West Conference selection, she will be looked upon for both her play and leadership.

“We nominated Sarah as our captain. She was a positive role model last year, and it has carried over into the fall. The players look up to her because of her dedication and hard work as well as the awards she has received throughout her career.”

Summerfi eld went 18-17 overall and 20-17 in doubles play during her junior year. She is tied for fi fth all-time in school history with 54 singles wins and tenth in doubles with 39 career victories.

“I think Sarah is motivated to improve and have the best year she has had at UW. She will be one of our key starters in the spring.”

The Cowgirls will also seek strong play from juniors Rebecca Berger and Carly Van Hollen. Berger fi nished with a 16-18 record in singles play and a 19-18 mark in doubles during the spring, while Van Hollen went 17-19 overall in singles and 14-23 in doubles play.

“Rebecca has improved signifi cantly. Her game has gotten better both technically and tactically. She is focused and believes that we will achieve

the goals we’ve set.“Carly has become a better player both

mentally and physically. She is one of the players that makes up the core of this team. I think having played every match last year gives her experience and more

confi dence so we expect good things from her.”

The other two returning letterwinners Caryn Wykert and Calli Pass also add depth to the squad.

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“Caryn saw action last year and we hope she continues to improve, while Calli has been working hard in the gym to get stronger and more fi t.

We expect that she will continue to make strides.”There will be several new faces this season as the Cowgirls

welcome fi ve newcomers to the squad. They are Alexandra Kovacs (Esztergom, Hungary), Paloma Navarro (Tenerife,

Canary Islands), Saša Nemcová (Bratislava, Slovakia), Simona Synkova (Bratislava, Slovakia), and Kim van Ginkel

(Barneveld, Netherlands).Kim van Ginkel joins the program after spending

the past two seasons at Northern Arizona University. She went 14-17 in singles play and 20-14 in doubles during the time. Nemcová was a two-time Bratislava regional champion in doubles play and won several other tournaments.

“Kim brings two years of experience from NAU. She has played against some of the best teams in the country, knows the level of play and understands

college tennis. We expect leadership from her and an immediate contribution to the team.

“Saša had a good fall season. I think all newcomers struggle. She will have to adjust the structure and the amount of the work-outs. We overcame a lot of those issues this fall and we

will be ready to go in the spring.”Kovacs was a top junior singles and

doubles player, while being ranked sixth in the nation in the Under 18 singles. Navarro was a two-time Toreno de Reyes National Tournament Champion.

“Alexandra comes off a successful fall season even though she battled injuries for the fi rst part of the year. She is motivated and wants to do well. The fall season also helped her with the transition to college athletics and we expect that she will be a key addition to the squad.

“Paloma is a strong player with a big serve that is suitable for the conditions on a hard court. The fall season was good for her to evaluate the competition and to see where she is.

“Simona brings talent, experience and versatility to our team. We look for her to contribute immediately and challange for the top spot in the line-up.”

The Cowgirls will have a difficult non-conference schedule in order to prepare them for conference play later in the season.

“Our schedule this year is well balanced. We start off playing Nebraska and that is going to be our fi rst big task to measure up and see where we are. We play several nationally ranked teams before we head into April to play the conference schedule. We set some goals for the season and for us to achieve them we need to produce from the very fi rst match.”

They will open up the spring season on Saturday, February 6 as they travel to Lincoln, Neb. to face Arkansas Little Rock, Creighton and Nebraska over two days. Mountain West Conference play will start on Friday, April 2 as they take on the New Mexico Lobos in Fort Worth, Texas.

In all, the Cowgirls will have fi ve home matches throughout the season with non-conference opponents UC Santa Barbara, Northern Colorado and North Dakota. Conference home matches this year feature the Utah Utes, on Thursday, April 8, and the BYU Cougars, on Saturday, April 10. The MWC tournament will be held in Las Vegas, Nev. from Wednesday, April 28th through Saturday, May 1st.


NAME HEIGHT YEAR EXP. HOMETOWN (PREVIOUS SCHOOL)Rebecca Berger 5’4” Jr. 2L Hermiston, Ore. (Hermiston HS)

Alexandra Kovacs 5’4” RFr. TR Esztergom, Hungary (Harsányi János Föiskola)

Paloma Navarro 5’8” RSo. TR Tenerife, Canary Islands (La Laguna University)

Saša Nemcová 5’7” RFr. TR Bratislava, Slovakia (Comenius University)

Calli Pass 5’4” So. 1L Omaha, Neb. (Omaha North HS)

Simona Synkova 5’7” RFr. TR Bratislava, Slovakia (Bratislavská College)

Sarah Summerfi eld 5’4” Sr. 3L Chester, N.J. (West Morris Mendham HS)

Kim van Ginkel 5’6” Jr. TR Barneveld, Netherlands (Northern Arizona)

Carly Van Hollen 5’3” Jr. 2L Millers, Md. (St. Paul’s School for Girls)

Caryn Wykert 5’6” Jr. 1L Laramie, Wyo. (Laramie, HS)

Head Coach: Kati Gyulai (Wyoming, ‘03), SecondYearAssistant Coach: Dean Clower (Lamar, ‘06), Second Year

2009-10 COWGIRL TENNIS TEAMBack Row: Assistant Coach Dean Clower, Kim van Ginkel, Paloma Navarro, Saša Nemcová, Head Coach Kati Gyulai

Middle Row: Rebecca Berger, Caryn Wykert, Sarah Summerfi eldFront Row: Alexandra Kovacs, Carly Van Hollen

Not pictured: Calli Pass, Simona Synkova

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Head CoachKati GyulaiUniversity Of Wyoming 2003

Kati Gyulai (Kà Tee U-la-ee), who was the head men’s and women’s coach at Louisiana Lafayette, enters her second season as the head women's tennis coach at the University of Wyoming. She was named to the position on Sept. 9, 2008 and became just the fourth head women's tennis coach in Cowgirl history.

In her fi rst season with the program, she led the team to an 8-16 record overall and a 1-7 mark in the Mountain West Conference. Her fi rst regular season victory came against the Montana State Lady Cats on February 15, 2009, while earning a MWC win over Air Force (March 7, 2009). The team won their opening match of the 2009 MWC Tournament with a 4-3 win over the Falcons as well. Junior Sarah Summerfi eld earned First Team All-MWC honors for the second time during her career.

She returned to her alma mater after spending the previous two seasons as the head coach of both Louisiana Lafayette’s men’s and women’s tennis teams and one year as an associate head coach.

During the spring of 2008, Gyulai led the women’s team to a 16-8 mark overall and an ITA national ranking of 64th during the spring season. On the men’s side, they fi nished 7-12 overall, while Piotrek Banas achieved an ITA singles national ranking of 40 and was named First Team All-Sun Belt Conference.

In the spring of 2007, the women’s program reentered the ITA national rankings at No. 73 and fi nished the year with a 13-9 mark. Gyulai coached Myrthe Molenveld to a Louisiana’s Sports Writers Associations’ Freshman of the Year award.

For the men, they fi nished with 13-9 record in 2007. Piotrek Banas reached the quarterfi nals of the ITA Regional Tournament, and won the UT-San Antonio Championship as well as the runner-up spot at the Louisiana-Lafayette Invitational Tournament. The doubles team of Shaun Ellison and Zack Taylor also reached the quarterfi nals of the ITA Regional Tournament. Piotrek Banas and Shaun Ellison were named First Team All-Louisiana.

Gyulai spent the 2005-06 season as the associate women’s head coach for the Louisiana-Lafayette women’s tennis team. They fi nished the 2006 spring season ranked

73rd nationally with a 14-6 record. The team was ranked as high as 51 during the spring. It marked the fi rst national ranking in the history of UL women’s tennis. The doubles

team of Tammy Day and Chanell Meijer were also nationally ranked 46th. Prior to UL, Gyulai spent the 2004-05 campaign at fellow Sun Belt Conference member

New Orleans as an assistant coach. That season, the UNO women’s tennis team fi nished with a 14-4 overall record. She coached Lucie Mazinova to All-Sun Belt honors. While in New Orleans, Gyulai worked as a teaching pro and was also the advanced women’s league coordinator for the New Orleans League Tennis Association.

During the 2003-04 season, Gyulai served as an assistant coach with the men’s and women’s teams’ at the University of Texas-Pan American. While at UTPA, she also taught kinesiology classes. Her duties at UTPA included recruiting for the women’s tennis program, on court coaching and the monitoring academic progress.

Gyulai was a two-year letterwinner as a member of the University of Wyoming’s tennis team from 2001-2003. In 2003,

she earned her bachelor’s degree in international studies with a concentration in Eastern Europe. She was named to the Mountain West Conference Academic All-Conference teams and was a member of the honor roll in 2002 and 2003. Gyulai was also a recipient of the Cowboy Joe Athletic Club, Rendel Family Athletic Scholarship.

Gyulai is a native Hungarian but was raised in Transylvania, Romania. She received her Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in December 2007. She holds her USPTA Professional 1 certifi cation, and is fl uent in several languages.

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and Shaun Ellison were named First Team All-Louisiana. Gyulai spent the 2005-06 season as the associate women’s head coach for the

Louisiana-Lafayette women’s tennis team. They fi nished the 2006 spring season ranked 73rd nationally with a 14-6 record. The team was ranked as high as 51 during the spring. It marked the fi rst national ranking in the history of UL women’s tennis. The doubles

team of Tammy Day and Chanell Meijer were also nationally ranked 46th. Prior to UL, Gyulai spent the 2004-05 campaign at fellow Sun Belt Conference member

New Orleans as an assistant coach. That season, the UNO women’s tennis team fi nished with a 14-4 overall record. She coached Lucie Mazinova to All-Sun Belt honors. While in New Orleans, Gyulai worked as a teaching pro and was also the advanced women’s league coordinator for the New Orleans League Tennis Association.

During the 2003-04 season, Gyulai served as an assistant coach with the men’s and women’s teams’ at the University of Texas-Pan American. While at UTPA, she also taught kinesiology classes. Her duties at UTPA included recruiting for the women’s tennis program, on court coaching and the monitoring academic progress.

Gyulai was a two-year letterwinner as a member of the University of Wyoming’s tennis team from 2001-2003. In 2003,

she earned her bachelor’s degree in international studies with a concentration in Eastern Europe. She was named to the Mountain West Conference Academic All-Conference teams and was a member of the honor roll in 2002 and 2003. Gyulai was also a recipient of the Cowboy Joe Athletic Club, Rendel Family Athletic Scholarship.

Gyulai is a native Hungarian but was raised in Transylvania, Romania. She received her Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in December 2007. She holds her USPTA Professional 1 certifi cation, and is fl uent in several languages.


Assistant CoachDean ClowerLamar University 2006

Dean Clower begins his second season on the Cowgirl coaching staff after spending the previous two seasons as an assistant coach at Lamar University (Beaumont, Texas). His duties included assisting with practice sessions, on the court training of both singles and doubles

teams, creating and maintaining data bases for prospective players, along with ensuring compliance with recruitment regulations. Prior to that, he spent one season as a volunteer assistant with the program and an adjunct professor for kinesiology.

He also worked as an assistant teaching Pro at The Greens Country Club in Oklahoma City (2002, 2004, 2007). Clower trained juniors players and was responsible for tournament travel and preparation for competition, while providing private and group lessons to juniors and adults. Prior to that, he worked at the Indian Springs Country Club in Broken Arrow, Okla.

Clower began his collegiate career as a student-athlete at Cowley County Community College in Arkansas City, Kansas. He was a two-year team captain and was ranked fi fth in the nation in doubles as a freshman and sophomore. Clower then moved on to a two-year career at Lamar University. He fi nished with a season-best 14-7 record in singles play and 9-9 in doubles at the number one spot as a junior. During his senior season, he posted a 9-10 overall record, 12-6 in doubles-play and a ranking of 48 in NCAA Division I. He became the fi rst player in school history to accomplish that feat.

A native of Broken Arrow, Okla., Clower earned a bachelor’s of arts degree in general studies with a minor in history and kinesiology from Lamar University in 2006. He recently completed his master’s in exercise science from

there as well in 2008.“I am very excited to have Dean on our staff,” said head coach Kati Gyulai. “I

have known him for a few years and watched him grow as a coach. He loves tennis and the college setting. He has been an asset to our program.”

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A native of Broken Arrow, Okla., Clower earned a bachelor’s of arts degree in general studies with a minor in history and kinesiology from Lamar University in 2006. He recently completed his master’s in exercise science from

there as well in 2008.“I am very excited to have Dean on our staff,” said head coach Kati Gyulai. “I

have known him for a few years and watched him grow as a coach. He loves tennis and the college setting. He has been an asset to our program.”


Sarah Summerfi eldSenior, 5’4”Chester, New Jersey(West Morris Mendham HS)

SUMMERFIELD’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles Doubles2006-07 13-15 13-132007-08 14-7 0-32008-09 18-17 20-17Fall 2009 9-4 6-4Totals 54-43 39-37

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THIS SEASON: A two-time Mountain West Conference team selection, only the second player in school history to accomplish that. The only senior, she is one of three starters back for the Cowgirls. She is a very smart player and will be a valuable part of the line-up. Recorded a 9-4 singles record during the fall, which included a four-match

winning streak. She went 2-1 at the Mountain Regional Tournament advancing to the round of 16 in the Main Draw. In doubles play, she went 6-4 overall with two different partners. She and Carly Van Hollen went 5-2 overall with a fi ve-match win streak. They advanced to the quarterfi nals at the Mountain Regional Tournament. Has moved into a tie for fi fth place all-time in school history with 54 singles wins and tenth in doubles with 39 career victories. JUNIOR (2008-09): An All-MWC selection for the second time in her career. Had an impressive fall season, fi nishing 7-5 in singles action, which included a three-match winning streak. Won her opening round match at the Central Regional Tournament with a three-set victory (3-6, 6-2, 6-4) over Laura Boguet of New Mexico State. Played with two doubles partners, fi nishing strong at 9-5 overall. She and partner Rebecca Berger went 7-3, including a four-match winning streak. In the spring, she recorded an 11-12 mark to fi nish 18-17 on the year playing at the number one position. Finished with a 3-5 record overall in Mountain West Conference play with wins over Christine Abayan (AFA), Lauren Strasburger (CSU) and Julia Trunk (SDSU) to earn All-Conference honors. In spring doubles play, she went 9-11 overall playing at the number one position mainly with partner Carly Van Hollen. She went 20-17 overall for the season in doubles play. Earned Academic All-Conference honors for the fi rst time in her career as well. SOPHOMORE (2007-08): Was coming off a knee injury from the end of her freshman year and did not play during the fall. Had a solid spring with a 14-7 record overall in singles play, which included winning fi ve of her fi rst six matches, mainly at the four and fi ve positions. Saw limited action in doubles and went 0-3 overall with two different partners. She also had a strong showing in Mountain West Conference play as she went 5-3 overall, which included winning four of her fi rst fi ve matches. Had solid victories over Idunn Hertzberg (TCU), Elisaveta Ezhova (BYU) and Karine Bourdages (Utah). FRESHMAN (2006-07): An All-Mountain West Conference selection in her fi rst season with the program, only one of three players to do that in school history. Finished the fall schedule with a 7-4 singles record, closing it out by winning six of her fi nal eight matches. Won her fi rst two matches at the Central Regional Tournament, advancing to the fi eld of 16 in the Main Draw with victories over Gleisy Torres Torres (Colorado) and Rachel Sackmaster (Denver). Earned her fi rst Division I victory over Irina Sotnikova of Sam Houston State, who was ranked eighth at the time, on Sept. 16, 2006. She and doubles partner Corina Lazar fi nished the fall 6-3 after opening up 5-1 in doubles play. During the spring, she ended up going 6-11 in singles play and 13-15 overall playing mainly at the one and two positions. Finished Mountain West Conference play with a 3-2 mark with wins over Christine Abayan (Air Force), Emily Kwok (Utah) and Emily Kirchem (Colorado State), which helped her earn All-MWC honors. She ended 7-10 during the spring in doubles playing with three different partners. Finished the season ranked 29th in the ITA Central Region Rankings. HIGH SCHOOL: A two-time All-Iron Hills Conference selection while attending West Morris Mendham High School in Mendham, New Jersey. She was a county champion for three years straight and fi nished the season ranked third in the state. A four-year letterwinner in tennis, she helped her team to four Iron Hills Conference and County titles. During her sophomore and junior years, the team also won the sectional championship and the Group three championships in 2004. She has been very involved as a junior competitor with the both the USTA and ITF. During that time, Summerfi eld also reached the semifi nals of the Aruba International Junior ITF tournament in both singles and doubles in July of 2005, while fi nishing in the quarterfi nals of several other ITF events. She was coached by Edward Chando. An excellent student, she was involved in several school activities. PERSONAL: The daughter of Gary and Shirley Summerfi eld. Born September 7, 1988 in New York City, New York. Has two siblings, Jason and Aaron. Majoring in physical education teaching.

victory (3-6, 6-2, 6-4) over Laura Boguet of New Mexico State. Played with two doubles partners, fi nishing strong at 9-5 overall. She and partner Rebecca Berger went 7-3, including a four-match winning streak. In the spring, she recorded an 11-12 mark to fi nish 18-17 on the year playing at the number one position. Finished with a 3-5 record overall in Mountain West Conference play with wins over Christine Abayan (AFA), Lauren Strasburger (CSU) and Julia Trunk (SDSU) to earn All-Conference honors. In spring doubles play, she went 9-11 overall playing at the number one position mainly with partner Carly Van Hollen. She went 20-17 overall for the season in doubles play. Earned Academic All-Conference honors

(2007-08): Was coming off a knee injury from the end of her freshman year and did not play during the fall. Had a solid spring with a 14-7 record overall in singles play, which included winning fi ve of her fi rst six matches, mainly at the four and fi ve positions. Saw limited action in doubles and went 0-3 overall with two different partners. She also had a strong showing in Mountain West Conference play as she went 5-3 overall, which included winning four of her fi rst fi ve matches. Had solid victories over Idunn Hertzberg (TCU), Elisaveta Ezhova (BYU)

An All-Mountain West Conference selection in her fi rst season with the program, only one of three players to do that in school history. Finished the fall schedule with a 7-4 singles record, closing it out by winning six of her fi nal eight matches. Won her fi rst two matches at the Central Regional Tournament, advancing to the fi eld of 16 in the Main Draw with victories over Gleisy Torres Torres (Colorado) and Rachel Sackmaster (Denver). Earned her fi rst Division I victory over Irina Sotnikova of Sam Houston State, who was ranked eighth at the time, on Sept. 16, 2006. She and doubles partner Corina Lazar fi nished the fall 6-3 after opening up 5-1 in doubles play. During the spring, she ended up going 6-11 in singles play and 13-15 overall playing mainly at the one and two positions. Finished Mountain West Conference play with a 3-2 mark with wins over Christine Abayan (Air Force), Emily Kwok (Utah) and Emily Kirchem (Colorado State), which helped her earn All-MWC honors. She ended 7-10 during the spring in doubles playing with three different partners. Finished

HIGH SCHOOLHills Conference selection while attending West Morris Mendham High School in Mendham, New Jersey. She was a county champion for three years straight and fi nished the season ranked third in the state. A four-year letterwinner in tennis, she helped her team to four Iron Hills Conference and County titles. During her sophomore and junior years, the team also won the sectional championship and the Group three championships in 2004. She has been very involved as a junior competitor with the both the USTA and ITF. During that time, Summerfi eld also reached the semifi nals of the Aruba International Junior ITF tournament in both singles and doubles in July of 2005, while fi nishing in the quarterfi nals of several other ITF events. She was coached by Edward Chando. An excellent student, she

The daughter of Gary and Shirley Summerfi eld. Born September 7, 1988 in New York City, New York. Has two siblings, Jason and Aaron. Majoring in physical education teaching.

play during the fall. Had a solid spring with a 14-7 record overall in singles play, which included winning fi ve of her fi rst six matches, mainly at the four and fi ve positions. Saw limited action in doubles and went 0-3 overall with two different partners. She also had a strong showing in Mountain West Conference play as she went 5-3 overall, which included winning four of her fi rst fi ve matches. Had solid victories over Idunn Hertzberg (TCU), Elisaveta Ezhova (BYU)

An All-Mountain West Conference selection in her fi rst season with the program, only one of three players to do that in school history. Finished the fall schedule with a 7-4 singles record, closing it out by winning six of her fi nal eight matches. Won her fi rst two matches at the Central Regional Tournament, advancing to the fi eld of 16 in the Main Draw with victories over Gleisy Torres Torres (Colorado) and Rachel Sackmaster (Denver). Earned her fi rst Division I victory over Irina Sotnikova of Sam Houston State, who was ranked eighth at the time, on Sept. 16, 2006. She and doubles partner Corina Lazar fi nished the fall 6-3 after opening up 5-1 in doubles play. During the spring, she ended up going 6-11 in singles play and 13-15 overall playing mainly at the one and two positions. Finished Mountain West Conference play with a 3-2 mark with wins over Christine Abayan (Air Force), Emily Kwok (Utah) and Emily Kirchem (Colorado State), which helped her earn All-MWC honors. She ended 7-10 during the spring in doubles playing with three different partners. Finished

HIGH SCHOOL: A two-time All-Iron Hills Conference selection while attending West Morris Mendham High School in Mendham, New Jersey. She was a county champion for three years straight and fi nished the season ranked third in the state. A four-year letterwinner in tennis, she helped her team to four Iron Hills Conference and County titles. During her sophomore and junior years, the team also won the sectional championship and the Group three championships in 2004. She has been very involved as a junior competitor with the both the USTA and ITF. During that time, Summerfi eld also reached the semifi nals of the Aruba International Junior ITF tournament in both singles and doubles in July of 2005, while fi nishing in the quarterfi nals of several other ITF events. She was coached by Edward Chando. An excellent student, she

The daughter of Gary and Shirley Summerfi eld. Born September 7, 1988 in New York City, New York. Has two siblings, Jason and Aaron. Majoring in physical education teaching.


Rebecca BergerJunior, 5’4”Hermiston, Oregon(Hermiston HS)

THIS SEASON: One of several returning starters on the Cowgirl squad this year. Has improved her game both technically and tactically, while being focused for the spring. She went 9-6 during

the fall, which included a four-match winning streak. Qualifi ed for the Mountain Regional Tournament and went 3-2 overall. With two different playing partners, she went 7-3 overall in doubles play. She and partner Alexandra Kovacs posted a 6-1 record, including winning their fi rst six straight matches. They earned two victories in the Mountain Regional Tournament to earn a spot in the round of 16. Has 40 wins in doubles play to rank eighth and 41 singles victories which is 13th all-time in school history. SOPHOMORE (2008-09): Finished 5-6 in singles play during the fall. Won her fi rst round match at the Central Regional Tournament against Brittany Baldy of Oklahoma. She also had solid season in doubles action completing the fall 8-5 overall. She and partner Sarah Summerfi eld went 7-3 overall including a four-match winning streak. During the spring, she went 11-12 overall in singles play, which included winning six of her fi rst seven matches, mainly at the number two position. In doubles play, she went 11-13 to fi nish the year 19-18 overall. She and partner Jamie Nelson had a mark of 9-12 and a record of 3-5 in MWC play. An Academic All-MWC and Scholar Athlete selection. FRESHMAN (2007-08): Finished the fall with a 7-5 record overall, which included a three-match winning streak. Earned her fi rst career victory over Kelli Lindley of Weber State (9/14/07). Played one match at the Central Regional Tournament falling to Gleissy Torres Torres of Colorado. With two different partners, she fi nished with a record of 4-5 overall in doubles play. In the spring, she went 9-14 in dual play, playing at the second spot, and ended with a 16-19 record in her fi rst year. She went 10-9 in doubles with partner Corina Lazar to fi nish with a solid 14-14 record for the year. They also went 3-3 in Mountain West Conference play as well. She was selected Academic All-MWC and a MWC Scholar Athlete for the fi rst time in her career. HIGH SCHOOL: A four-time 4A doubles champion, which was a fi rst in the state of Oregon, while attending Hermiston High School. She was ranked third in the state of Oregon and among the Top Five in the PNW section. Her high school career record was 119-3. Over four years, her team combined for a record of 65-1 which included a team state championship by going undefeated (30-0) in 2007, a second place fi nish and two third place fi nishes in the state. During her junior tennis career, Berger competed in several national events. A four-time letterwinner in tennis, she also lettered in cross country and helped them to a second place fi nish at the state competition. An excellent student, she was ranked fi rst in her graduating class while being a member of the National Honor Society. PERSONAL: The daughter of Curt and Roxane Berger. Born March 31, 1989 in Bend, Oregon. Has three siblings, Rachel, Richole and Curtis. She comes from a very athletic family. Her father competed at Oregon State in wrestling, while her sister, Rachel, was a member of the Eastern Washington tennis team. Majoring in accounting and fi nance.

BERGER’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles Doubles2007-08 16-19 14-142008-09 16-18 19-18Fall 2009 9-6 7-3Totals 41-43 40-35

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the fall, which included a four-match winning streak. Qualifi ed for the Mountain Regional Tournament and went 3-2 overall. the fall, which included a four-match winning streak. Qualifi ed for the Mountain Regional Tournament and went 3-2 overall. With two different playing partners, she went 7-3 overall in doubles play. She and partner Alexandra Kovacs posted a 6-1 With two different playing partners, she went 7-3 overall in doubles play. She and partner Alexandra Kovacs posted a 6-1 record, including winning their fi rst six straight matches. They earned two victories in the Mountain Regional Tournament to earn a spot in the round of 16. Has 40 wins in doubles play to rank eighth and 41 singles victories which is 13th all-time in

Finished 5-6 in singles play during the fall. Won her fi rst round match at the Central Regional Tournament against Brittany Baldy of Oklahoma. She also had solid season in doubles action completing the fall 8-5 overall. She and partner Sarah Summerfi eld went 7-3 overall including a four-match winning streak. During the spring, she went 11-12 overall in singles play, which included winning six of her fi rst seven matches, mainly at the number two position. In doubles play, she went 11-13 to fi nish the year 19-18 overall. She and partner Jamie Nelson had a mark of 9-12 and a record of 3-5 in MWC play. An Academic All-MWC and Scholar Athlete

Finished the fall with a 7-5 record overall, which included a three-match winning streak. Earned her fi rst career victory over Kelli Lindley of Weber State (9/14/07). Played one match at the Central Regional Tournament falling to Gleissy Torres Torres of Colorado. With two different partners, she fi nished with a record of 4-5 overall in doubles play. In the spring, she went 9-14 in dual play, playing at the second spot, and ended with a 16-19 record in her fi rst year. She went 10-9 in doubles with partner Corina Lazar to fi nish with a solid 14-14 record for the year. They also went 3-3 in Mountain West Conference play as well. She was selected Academic All-MWC and a MWC Scholar Athlete for the

A four-time 4A doubles champion, which was a fi rst in the state of Oregon, while attending Hermiston High School. She was ranked third in the state of Oregon and among the Top Five in the PNW section. Her high school career record was 119-3. Over four years, her team combined for a record of 65-1 which included a team state championship by going undefeated (30-0) in 2007, a second place fi nish and two third place fi nishes in the state. During her junior tennis career, Berger competed in several national events. A four-time letterwinner in tennis, she also lettered in cross country and helped them to a second place fi nish at the state competition. An excellent student, she was ranked fi rst in her graduating class while being a member

The daughter of Curt and Roxane Berger. Born March 31, 1989 in Bend, Oregon. Has three siblings, Rachel, Richole and Curtis. She comes from a very athletic family. Her father competed at Oregon State in wrestling, while her sister, Rachel, was a member of the Eastern Washington tennis team. Majoring

doubles play, she went 11-13 to fi nish the year 19-18 overall. She and partner Jamie Nelson had a mark of 9-12 and a record of 3-5 in MWC play. An Academic All-MWC and Scholar Athlete

Finished the fall with a 7-5 record overall, which included a three-match winning streak. Earned her fi rst career victory over Kelli Lindley of Weber State (9/14/07). Played one match at the Central Regional Tournament falling to Gleissy Torres Torres of Colorado. With two different partners, she fi nished with a record of 4-5 overall in doubles play. In the spring, she went 9-14 in dual play, playing at the second spot, and ended with a 16-19 record in her fi rst year. She went 10-9 in doubles with partner Corina Lazar to fi nish with a solid 14-14 record for the year. They also went 3-3 in Mountain West Conference play as well. She was selected Academic All-MWC and a MWC Scholar Athlete for the

A four-time 4A doubles champion, which was a fi rst in the state of Oregon, while attending Hermiston High School. She was ranked third in the state of Oregon and among the Top Five in the PNW section. Her high school career record was 119-3. Over four years, her team combined for a record of 65-1 which included a team state championship by going undefeated (30-0) in 2007, a second place fi nish and two third place fi nishes in the state. During her junior tennis career, Berger competed in several national events. A four-time letterwinner

31, 1989 in Bend, Oregon. Has three siblings, Rachel, Richole and Curtis. She comes from a very athletic family. Her father competed at Oregon State in wrestling, while her sister, Rachel, was a member of the Eastern Washington tennis team. Majoring


Kim van GinkelJunior, 5’6”Barneveld, Netherlands(Northern Arizona)

THIS SEASON: van Ginkel comes to Wyoming after a two-year stint at Northern Arizona University. Brings collegiate experience to the team and will compete for a

spot in the line-up. Had an impressive fall as she went 11-4 overall and won her fi rst eight of nine matches. She earned her fi rst victory with the Cowgirls against Caitlin Fluegge of Colorado State (9/17/09). Had a seven-match winning streak. Qualifi ed for the Mountain Regional Tournament and went 3-2 overall. Went 6-5 overall in doubles play with playing partner Saša Nemcová. They recorded a four-match winning streak. SOPHOMORE (2007-08): During her sophomore campaign, she went 7-13 in singles play mainly playing at the number one position as she played 11 matches there. Recorded a 5-2 record in Big Sky play. Had a four-match winning streak during the spring. In doubles play, she went 11-11 overall with two different partners. She and Leslie Vial went 10-5 overall and a perfect 7-0 in Big Sky play. They went 7-3 over their fi nal ten matches. She also earned Big Sky Player of the Week honors two times. FRESHMAN (2006-07): In her fi rst year at NAU, she went 7-3 overall which included a 3-0 mark at the number three position. van Ginkel also went 9-3 in doubles play and had a 6-1 mark in conference matches. Finished up the doubles season with an 8-2 record over her last ten matches. She was named a Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete. HIGH SCHOOL: She graduated from Johannes Fontanus College in 2006. Placed in the Top eight in age brackets 12, 14, 16, 18 with her highest fi nish of third in the 18 and under bracket. In 2005, she fi nished fi rst at the Haren International Tournament. Played for LTC Barneveld Club Team for seven years and the SHOT Zeist club team for three years. PERSONAL: Full name is Kim van Ginkel...born March 3, 1988 in Barneveld, Netherlands...the only child of Jan and Suze van Ginkel. Majoring in physiology.

VAN GINKEL’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles DoublesFall 2009 11-4 6-5Totals 11-4 6-5

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with an 8-2 record over her last ten matches.

under bracket. In 2005, she fi nished fi rst at the Haren International Tournament. Played for LTC Barneveld Club Team for seven years and the SHOT Zeist

Full name is Kim van Ginkel...born March 3, 1988 in Barneveld, Netherlands...the only child of Jan and Suze van Ginkel. Majoring in physiology.

She and Leslie Vial went 10-5 overall and a perfect 7-0 in Big Sky play. They went 7-3 over their fi nal ten matches. She also earned Big Sky Player of the Week honors two times. FRESHMAN (2006-07): In her fi rst year at NAU, she went 7-3 overall which included a 3-0 mark at the number three position. van Ginkel also went 9-3 in doubles play and had a 6-1 mark in conference matches. Finished up the doubles season

Haren International Tournament. Played for LTC Barneveld Club Team for seven years and the SHOT Zeist

Full name is Kim van Ginkel...born March 3, 1988 in Barneveld, Netherlands...the only child of Jan and Suze van Ginkel. Majoring in physiology.


Carly Van HollenJunior, 5’3”Millers, Maryland(St. Paul’s School for Girls)

VAN HOLLEN’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles Doubles2007-08 10-22 7-222008-09 17-19 14-23Fall 2009 4-7 10-4Totals 31-48 31-49

THIS SEASON: One of three returning starters to the Cowgirl squad. Will continue to play a signifi cant role in the Cowgirl line-up. A player that has improved her game with more playing

experience. She was solid in doubles play as she posted a 10-4 record overall with two playing partners. She went 5-2 with Paloma Navarro and Sarah Summerfi eld. She and Summerfi eld had a fi ve-match winning streak, and went 3-1 in the main draw of the Mountain Regional earning a spot in the quarterfi nals. In singles action, she went 4-7 overall. Has 31 career victories in singles which is 16th overall and 14th in doubles with 31 wins in school history. SOPHOMORE (2008-09): In the fall season, she had a three-match winning streak as she fi nished 6-6 overall in singles play. Went 5-9 in doubles with three different playing partners. Started off the spring on a good note winning eight of her nine fi rst matches to go 11-13. She fi nished the year 17-19 overall playing at the number three spot. In doubles play, she went 9-14 in the spring to fi nish 14-23 overall. She and Sarah Summerfi eld went 9-11, which included winning three of their fi rst matches, and 2-6 in MWC matches. An Academic All-MWC and Scholar Athlete selection for the second year in a row. FRESHMAN (2007-08): Had a solid outing in her fi rst competition with the team as she fi nished with a 4-5 overall record. Earned her fi rst career victory over Rui Xu of Colorado State (9/14/07). She went 3-7 in doubles play with two different playing partners. In the spring, she went 6-17 playing at the third position to end with a 10-22 overall mark in singles play. Played with two different partners to post an overall record of 7-22 in doubles play. Finished with a 2-6 record in MWC play earning wins over Meghan Kiser (Air Force) and Lauren Strasburger (Colorado State). She earned Academic All-MWC and MWC Scholar Athlete honors. HIGH SCHOOL: A three-time letterwinner in tennis while attending St. Paul’s School for the Girls in Brooklandville, Md. Van Hollen helped her team to a tournament championship as both a freshman and sophomore, while earning the sportsmanship award. She was ranked among the Top fi ve in the state of Maryland, represented the Middle Atlantic section in the World Team Tennis and the Junior Fed Cup during the summer of 2006 and was ranked as high as sixth in the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section. Van Hollen was an outstanding student as well, being named to the honor roll for three years while being the student body vice president and on the academic council. She was also the president of several clubs and organizations and earned the Randolph Macon College Book Award for her leadership skills. PERSONAL: The daughter of Chris and Nancy Van Hollen. Born July 31, 1989 in Baltimore, Maryland. Has one brother, Christopher. Majoring in communication with a minor in marketing.

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over Rui Xu of Colorado State (9/14/07). She went 3-7 in doubles play with two different playing partners. In the spring, she went 6-17 playing at the third position to end with a 10-22 overall mark in singles play. Played with two different partners to post an overall record of 7-22 in doubles play. Finished with a 2-6 record in MWC play earning wins over Meghan Kiser (Air Force) and Lauren Strasburger (Colorado State). She earned Academic All-MWC and MWC

A three-time letterwinner in tennis while attending St. Paul’s School for the Girls in Brooklandville, Md. Van Hollen helped her team to a tournament championship as both a freshman and sophomore, while earning the sportsmanship award. She was ranked among the Top fi ve in the state of Maryland, represented the Middle Atlantic section in the World Team Tennis and the Junior Fed Cup during the summer of 2006 and was ranked as high as sixth in the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section. Van Hollen was an outstanding student as well, being named to the honor roll for three years while being the student body vice president and on the academic council. She was also the president of several clubs and organizations and earned the Randolph Macon

a 10-22 overall mark in singles play. Played with two different partners to post an overall record of 7-22 in doubles play. Finished with a 2-6 record in MWC play earning wins over Meghan Kiser (Air Force) and Lauren Strasburger (Colorado State). She earned Academic All-MWC and MWC

A three-time letterwinner in tennis while attending St. Paul’s School for the Girls in Brooklandville, Md. Van Hollen helped her team to a tournament championship as both a freshman and sophomore, while earning the sportsmanship award. She was ranked among the Top fi ve in the state of Maryland, represented the Middle Atlantic section in the World Team Tennis and the Junior Fed Cup during the summer of 2006 and was ranked as high as sixth in the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section. Van Hollen was an outstanding student as well, being named to the honor roll for three years while being the student body vice president and on the academic council. She was also the president of several clubs and organizations and earned the Randolph Macon


Paloma NavarroRedshirt Sophomore, 5’8”Tenerife, Canary Islands(La Laguna University)

THIS SEASON: One of several newcomers on the team this season. A strong player with a big serve, she is expected to compete for a starting spot in the line-up. She went 6-6 in singles play during the fall. Earned her fi rst collegiate victory over Carla Limon of Utah

State, 6-2, 6-2. Won her opening match over Aleksa Costa (NMSU), 6-4, 6-1, in the fi rst round of the Mountain Regional Tournament. In doubles play, she and partner Carly Van Hollen went 5-2 overall. They won fi ve of their fi rst six matches. HIGH SCHOOL: A two-time Toreno de Reyes National Tournament Champion (Under 16 and Under 18), along with winning the Circuito Isla de Tenerife Regional Under 16 Championship in 2005. In that same year, she won the Tenerife Provincial Senior and Canary Island Regional Senior Championships. More recently in 2008, Navarro won the II Torneo Regional Under 20 Tournament, while being the runner-up at the Tenerife Provincial Senior Championship, II Torneo-Master Regional Under 20 Tournament and the Master XIV Circuito Isla de Tenerife Regional Senior Championship. In 2007, she came away with a second place fi nish in doubles play of the Spanish National Championship. Navarro selected Wyoming over several schools. PERSONAL: Born December 14, 1989. She is the daughter of Fafael Navarro and Teresa Montes de Oca, and has one sibling, Marta. Majoring in chemistry.

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Alexandra KovacsRedshirt Freshman, 5’4”Esztergom, Hungary(Harsányi János Föiskola)

THIS SEASON: One of fi ve newcomers to the Cowgirl squad. She gained valuable experience in the fall. In singles play, she went 8-7 overall. She started off winning her fi rst four of fi ve matches. Earned her fi rst college

match victory against Hailey Swenson of Utah State, 6-3, 6-3. Went 4-2 overall at the Mountain Regional Tournament. Had an impressive 6-1 record in doubles play with partner Rebecca Berger winning their fi rst six matches in a row. They went 2-1 overall and moved in to the round of 16 at the Mountain Regional Tournament. HIGH SCHOOL: A top-ranked junior singles and doubles play over the past several years. Kovacs was ranked sixth in the nation in the Under 18 singles and a member of the national team. She was a fi nalist in the G3 ITF Doubles tournament and a semifi nalist in several G3 ITF Singles tournaments. PERSONAL: Full name is Alexandra Kovacs. Born August 28, 1989 in Esztergom, Hungary. She is the daughter of Zoltan and Marianna Kovacs. Has two brothers Adam and Kristof. Undecided on a college major.

KOVAC’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles DoublesFall 2009 8-7 6-1 Totals 8-7 6-1

One of several newcomers on the team this season. A strong player with a big serve, she is expected to compete for a starting spot in the line-up. She went 6-6 in singles play during the fall. Earned her fi rst collegiate victory over Carla Limon of Utah

State, 6-2, 6-2. Won her opening match over Aleksa Costa (NMSU), 6-4, 6-1, in the fi rst round of the Mountain Regional Tournament. In doubles play, she and partner Carly Van Hollen went 5-2 overall. They won fi ve of

A two-time Toreno de Reyes National Tournament Champion (Under 16 and Under 18), along with winning the Circuito Isla de Tenerife Regional Under 16 Championship in 2005. In that same year, she won the Tenerife Provincial Senior and Canary Island Regional Senior Championships. More recently in 2008, Navarro won the II Torneo Regional Under 20 Tournament, while being the runner-up at the Tenerife Provincial Senior Championship, II Torneo-Master Regional Under 20 Tournament and the Master XIV Circuito Isla de Tenerife Regional Senior Championship. In 2007, she came away with a second place fi nish in doubles play of the Spanish National Championship. Navarro selected Wyoming over several schools.

Born December 14, 1989. She is the daughter of Fafael Navarro and Teresa Montes de Oca, and has

One of several newcomers on the team this season. A strong player with a big serve, she is expected to compete for a starting spot in the line-up. She went 6-6 in singles play during the fall. Earned her fi rst collegiate victory over Carla Limon of Utah

XIV Circuito Isla de Tenerife Regional Senior Championship. In 2007, she came away with a second place fi nish in doubles play of the Spanish National Championship. Navarro selected Wyoming over several schools.

Born December 14, 1989. She is the daughter of Fafael Navarro and Teresa Montes de Oca, and has

One of fi ve newcomers to the Cowgirl squad. She gained valuable experience in the fall. In singles play, she went 8-7 overall. She started off winning her fi rst four of fi ve matches. Earned her fi rst college

match victory against Hailey Swenson of Utah State, 6-3, 6-3. Went 4-2 overall at the Mountain Regional Tournament. Had an impressive 6-1 record in doubles play with partner Rebecca Berger winning their fi rst six matches in a row. They went 2-1 overall and moved in to the round of 16 at the Mountain Regional Tournament.

A top-ranked junior singles and doubles play over the past several years. Kovacs was ranked sixth in the nation in the Under 18 singles and a member of the national team. She was a fi nalist

One of fi ve newcomers to the Cowgirl squad. She gained valuable experience in the fall. In singles play, she went 8-7 overall. She started off winning her fi rst four of fi ve matches. Earned her fi rst college

match victory against Hailey Swenson of Utah State, 6-3, 6-3. Went 4-2 overall at the Mountain Regional Tournament. Had an impressive 6-1 record in doubles play with partner Rebecca Berger winning their fi rst six matches in a row. They went 2-1 overall and moved in to the round of 16 at the Mountain Regional Tournament.

A top-ranked junior singles and doubles play over the past several years. Kovacs was ranked sixth in the nation in the Under 18 singles and a member of the national team. She was a fi nalist

NAVARRO’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles DoublesFall 2009 6-6 5-2 Totals 6-6 5-2


Saša NemcováRedshirt Freshman, 5’7”Bratislava, Slovakia(Comenius University)

THIS SEASON: One of three freshmen on the team. Had an impressive fall as she went 9-4 overall in singles play. She earned her fi rst career victory over Britney Watts of Utah State, 6-1, 6-0, (9/17/09). Won seven straight matches during the

fall. Earned a 6-3, 6-4 win over Keya Jenkins of Weber State in the opening round of the Mountain Regional Tournament. In doubles play, she went 6-5 with playing partner Kim van Ginkel. They recorded a four-match winning streak. HIGH SCHOOL: A two-time Bratislava regional champion in doubles play, she also earned the top spot at the grade A National Tournament in singles. She earned the runner-up spot at the Masters National tournament and twice took second at the Bratislava Regional Championships. In singles play, Nemcova placed second at the Bratislava Championships and was a third place fi nisher three times in the same tournament and once at the Masters National tournament. PERSONAL: Born March 17, 1989 in Bratislava, Slovakia. She is the daughter of Peter Nemec and Elena Nemcová. Has two siblings, Mark and Nina. Majoring in political science.

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NEMCOVÁ’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles DoublesFall 2009 9-4 6-5 Totals 9-4 6-5

SYNKOVA’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles DoublesFall 2009 0-0 0-0 Totals 0-0 0-0

Simona SynkovaRedshirt Freshman, 5’7”Bratislava, Slovakia(Bratislavská College)

THIS SEASON: One of several newcomers on the Cowgirl squad. She just joined the team in January. A player who brings talent and

versatility to the team. HIGH SCHOOL: In 2007, she earned the runner-up spot in junior singles play and women’s doubles at the Bratislava Region Championships. She also fi nished third in women’s singles play in that same tournament. The previous year, Synkova fi nished fi rst in the Class B juniors tournament in doubles and Class B women’s tournament in singles, while earning third place honors at the Europe Junior Tournament in Under 16 doubles. PERSONAL: Born April 26, 1990 in Bratislava. She is the daughter of Oldrich Synek and Maria Synkova. Has one sibling, Nikola.

One of three freshmen on the team. Had an impressive fall as she went 9-4 overall in singles play. She earned her fi rst career victory over Britney Watts of Utah State, 6-1, 6-0, (9/17/09). Won seven straight matches during the

fall. Earned a 6-3, 6-4 win over Keya Jenkins of Weber State in the opening round of the Mountain Regional Tournament. In doubles play, she went 6-5 with playing partner Kim van Ginkel. They recorded a four-match Tournament. In doubles play, she went 6-5 with playing partner Kim van Ginkel. They recorded a four-match

A two-time Bratislava regional champion in doubles play, she also earned the top spot at the grade A National Tournament in singles. She earned the runner-up spot at the Masters National tournament and twice took second at the Bratislava Regional Championships.

One of three freshmen on the team. Had an impressive fall as she went 9-4 overall in singles play. She earned her fi rst career victory over Britney Watts of Utah State, 6-1, 6-0, (9/17/09). Won seven straight matches during the

fall. Earned a 6-3, 6-4 win over Keya Jenkins of Weber State in the opening round of the Mountain Regional Tournament. In doubles play, she went 6-5 with playing partner Kim van Ginkel. They recorded a four-match Tournament. In doubles play, she went 6-5 with playing partner Kim van Ginkel. They recorded a four-match

A two-time Bratislava regional champion in doubles play, she also earned the top spot at the grade A National Tournament in singles. She earned the runner-up spot at the Masters National tournament and twice took second at the Bratislava Regional Championships.

One of several newcomers on the Cowgirl squad. She just joined the team in January. A player who brings talent and

In 2007, she earned the runner-up spot in junior singles play and women’s doubles at the Bratislava Region Championships. She also fi nished third in women’s singles play in that same tournament. The previous year, Synkova fi nished fi rst in the Class B juniors tournament in doubles and Class B women’s tournament in singles, while earning third place honors at the Europe Junior

Born April 26, 1990 in Bratislava. She is the daughter of Oldrich Synek and Maria Synkova. Has one sibling, Nikola.

One of several newcomers on the Cowgirl squad. She just joined the team in January. A player who brings talent and

In 2007, she earned the runner-up spot in junior singles play and women’s doubles at the Bratislava Region Championships. She also fi nished third in women’s singles play in that same tournament. The previous year, Synkova fi nished fi rst in the Class B juniors tournament in doubles and Class B women’s tournament in singles, while earning third place honors at the Europe Junior

Born April 26, 1990 in Bratislava. She is the daughter of Oldrich Synek and Maria Synkova. Has one sibling, Nikola.


Calli PassSophomore, 5’4”Omaha, Nebraska(Omaha North High School)

THIS SEASON: A returning letterwinner from a year ago. She adds depth to the roster. FRESHMAN: Played in fi ve singles matches during the spring. She and partner Carolina Chaix went 1-3 in doubles play. HIGH SCHOOL: A four-time

varsity letterwinner in tennis while attending Omaha North High School. A team captain as a senior, she competed in the state tournament four straight years. Coached by Gina Aladi. Besides tennis, she also lettered in swimming and cross country. She was a team captain her senior year in swimming. An excellent student, she was a member of the National Honor Society, while being involved in other scholastic groups. PERSONAL: Full name Callista Marie Pass. Born February 21, 1990 in Omaha, Neb. The daughter of Robert and Margaret Pass. Has one sister, Kylin. Majoring in zoology.

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PASS’ CAREER RECORDSeason Singles Doubles2008-09 0-5 1-3 Fall 2009 0-0 0-0Totals 0-5 1-3

Caryn WykertJunior, 5’6”Laramie, Wyoming(Laramie High School)

THIS SEASON: One of fi ve letterwinners returning to the team. Did not see action this fall. She continues to improve with more playing time. SOPHOMORE: Joined the squad in the spring of 2009. Played in one match

during that time. HIGH SCHOOL: A three-time All-Conference selection while attending Laramie High School. She also earned All-State honors in 2006 and was the Most Improved Player in 2005. Earned a fourth place fi nish in the state in 2005. Coached by Carlos Mellizo. Besides tennis, also was a three-time letterwinner in skiing. She was a three-time All-State honoree and earned a third and fourth place fi nish as a senior. An excellent student, Wykert was a member of the National Honor Society. PERSONAL: Born May 29, 1989 in Laramie, Wyoming. The daughter of Wade and Cony Wykert. Has one sibling, Kristyn. Majoring in architectural engineering.

WYKERT’S CAREER RECORDSeason Singles Doubles2008-09 0-1 0-0 Fall 2009 0-0 0-0 Totals 0-1 0-0

One of fi ve letterwinners returning to the team. Did not see action this fall. She continues to improve with more playing time.

Joined the squad in the spring of 2009. Played in one match A three-time All-Conference selection while attending Laramie High

School. She also earned All-State honors in 2006 and was the Most Improved Player in 2005. Earned a fourth place fi nish in the state in 2005. Coached by Carlos Mellizo. Besides tennis, also was a three-time letterwinner in skiing. She was a three-time All-State honoree and earned a third and fourth place fi nish as a senior. An excellent student, Wykert was a member of the National Honor Society.

Born May 29, 1989 in Laramie, Wyoming. The daughter of Wade and Cony

One of fi ve letterwinners returning to the team. Did not see action this fall. She continues to improve with more playing time.

Joined the squad in the spring of 2009. Played in one match A three-time All-Conference selection while attending Laramie High

School. She also earned All-State honors in 2006 and was the Most Improved Player in 2005. Earned a fourth place fi nish in the state in 2005. Coached by Carlos Mellizo. Besides tennis, also was a three-time letterwinner in skiing. She was a three-time All-State honoree and earned a third and fourth place fi nish as a senior. An excellent student, Wykert was a member of the National Honor Society.

Born May 29, 1989 in Laramie, Wyoming. The daughter of Wade and Cony


A returning letterwinner from a year ago. She adds depth to the Played in fi ve singles matches during the spring. She and

HIGH SCHOOLvarsity letterwinner in tennis while attending Omaha North High School. A team captain as a senior, she competed in the state tournament four straight years. Coached by Gina Aladi. Besides tennis, she also lettered in swimming and cross country. She was a team captain her senior year in


A returning letterwinner from a year ago. She adds depth to the Played in fi ve singles matches during the spring. She and

HIGH SCHOOL: A four-time varsity letterwinner in tennis while attending Omaha North High School. A team captain as a senior, she competed in the state tournament four straight years. Coached by Gina Aladi. Besides tennis, she also lettered in swimming and cross country. She was a team captain her senior year in


1996-97 Season ResultsFinal record: 11-15 (3-4 WAC, T-5th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/27-29 New Mexico Invite A NS10/8 Northern Colorado A L 3-610/12 Missouri-Kansas City A W 9-010/12 Missouri N L 1-810/18 Oral Roberts N L 1-510/18 Eastern Washington N W 7-011/7-10 Central Regionals N NS2/1 Northern Iowa N W 5-42/1 Air Force* A W 5-42/8 Weber State N W 7-02/8 Creighton N W 7-22/13 Colorado A L 2-72/22 Abilene Christian N L 3-62/22 New Mexico State A L 1-82/23 UTEP* A L 2-73/1 Tulsa* N L 1-53/4 Duquesne University N W 8-13/6 Appalachian State N W 9-03/7 Campbell University N L 3-63/19 Montana St.-Bozeman N W 5-43/28 Washington State A L 2-73/29 Idaho N L 2-73/30 Oregon N L 2-74/12 Colorado State* N W 5-44/19 University of Denver A L 4-54/23 Fresno State# N L 0-94/24 Colorado State# N W 5-44/25 Tulsa# N L 2-6

*Denotes WAC Match#Denotes WAC Tournament Match

1997-98 Season ResultsFinal record: 7-14 (1-5 WAC, T-5th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/21 Northern Colorado H W 6-39/26-28 CU Invitational A NS10/10-12 Ohio State Classic A NS10/18 Eastern Washington N W 8-110/18 Oral Roberts N W 7-210/29-11/2 Central Regionals N NS2/6 New Mexico* A L 0-92/7 Oregon N L 2-72/8 Colorado N L 0-82/20 UTEP* N L 1-82/21 Northern Arizona N L 0-92/27 Western Michigan N L 2-72/27 Northern Iowa N W 5-43/1 St. Mary’s-California A L 4-53/3 San Jose State* A L 3-63/20 Tulsa* A L 2-53/21 Colorado State* N L 1-83/22 Wichita State A L 4-53/28 Montana St. Bozeman A L 3-53/29 Montana N W 6-34/18 University of Denver H W 5-44/19 Air Force Academy* H W 5-44/29 San Diego State# N L 0-54/30 UTEP# N L 1-5


1998-99 Season ResultsFinal record: 9-13 (1-6 WAC, T-5th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/17-19 BYU Invite A NS10/9-10 UNC Invitational A NS10/23-25 CU Invite A NS11/4-8 Central Regionals N NS1/30 Colorado A L 1-82/5 Sam Houston State N W 6-32/6 New Mexico State A L 0-92/7 UTEP* A L 1-82/13 Drake N L 2-72/14 Nebraska A L 3-63/1 BYU-Hawaii N L 1-83/2 Boston College N L 2-73/4 Chaminade A W 9-03/4 Hawaii* A L 4-53/11 Gonzaga N W 5-13/11 Air Force Academy* A W 5-43/26 Illinois State N W 5-43/27 St. Louis A W 5-43/27 S. Illinois-Carbondale N W 5-44/9 Nevada Reno A L 5-44/10 San Jose State* N L 5-44/16 University of Denver A W 5-14/17 Colorado State* A L 4-54/18 Northern Colorado H W 9-04/28 New Mexico# N L 0-64/29 Utah# N L 0-5


1999-00 Season ResultsFinal record: 8-14 (1-4 MWC, 7th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/19 Northern Colorado H W 6-19/24-26 Colorado Invite A NS10/2-3 Washington State Invite A NS10/7-9 BYU Invite A NS11/4-7 Central Regionals N NS1/30 Utah* A L 1-82/4 Texas Tech N L 3-62/6 New Mexico* A L 0-92/12 Montana State N W 6-22/19 Bowling Green N L 2-72/20 Nebraska A L 0-92/26 Northern Iowa N L 4-53/13 Iowa State N W 5-43/14 Long Beach State A L 2-73/15 Cal. State Fullerton A W 6-33/24 Montana A W 9-03/25 Gonzaga N W 8-13/31 University of Denver H L 4-54/8 Tulsa A L 0-94/9 Oral Roberts A W 7-24/16 Air Force Academy* A W 5-44/21 Colorado State* A L 2-74/25 UNLV* A L 2-7

4/27 New Mexico# N L 0-64/28 Colorado State# N L 0-54/29 Utah# N L 0-6

*Denotes MWC Match#Denotes MWC Tournament Match

2000-01 Seson ResultsFinal record: 4-17 (0-7 MWC, 8th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/17 Northern Colorado H W 9-09/22-24 Colorado Invite A NS9/28-30 BYU Invite A NS10/20-22 Louisville Invite A NS11/1-5 Central Regionals N NS1/27 University of Denver N L 5-22/9-11 Jayhawk Classic Drake N L 1-6 St. Louis N W 4-3 Louisiana-Monroe N L 3-42/16 Virginia Tech A L 2-52/17 Clemson N L 0-72/22 Bowling Green N W 5-23/4 Montana State H W 5-23/12 TCU A L 0-73/15 SMU A L 1-63/31 Air Force Academy* A L 1-64/1 New Mexico* N L 0-74/6 Colorado State* A L 1-64/7 San Diego State* N L 0-74/8 UNLV* N L 1-64/13 Brigham Young* A L 0-74/14 Utah* A L 1-64/26 Brigham Young# N L 0-54/27 Utah# N L 1-44/28 Air Force Academy# N L 0-4


2001-02 Season ResultsFinal record: 6-15 (1-6 MWC, 8th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/30 Northern Colorado H W 9-010/12-14 New Mexico St. Invite N NS10/24-28 Central Regionals N NS2/9 Army N L 2-52/10 Missouri N L 1-62/15 Nebraska A L 1-62/16 Creighton A W 4-33/1 Montana State A L 3-43/2 Montana N W 5-23/3 Gonzaga N W 5-23/9 University of Denver A L 2-53/13 SMU H L 2-53/26 Cal. St. Northridge N L 0-73/27 Cal. St. Fullerton A W 5-23/29 San Diego State* A L 1-63/30 UNLV* N L 0-74/5 Utah* H W 4-34/6 Brigham Young* H L 2-54/7 Colorado State* H L 1-64/13 New Mexico* A L 0-74/14 Air Force Academy* N L 0-74/25 San Diego State# N L 0-54/26 Utah# N L 0-4


Kilmeny Waterman1997-99

27-42 overall, 5-15 WACThree seasons

Pam Wildt2000-05

45-86 overall, 4-36 MWC

Six seasons

Year by Year Results


2002-03 Season ResultsFinal record: 8-15 (0-7 MWC, 8th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/20-22 UNC Wilmington Invite N NS9/27-29 USAFA Invite N NS10/11-13 New Mexico St. Invite N NS10/22-28 Central Regionals N NS2/1 Wichita State N L 3-42/2 Nebraska A L 1-62/15 Northern Colorado N W 6-12/16 Creighton N W 7-02/28 Eastern Washington N W 5-23/1 Portland A L 0-73/2 Portland State A W 4-33/8 Texas Pan American N W 5-23/9 Southern Utah N W 7-03/16 Chaminade A W 6-03/17 Sacramento State N L 0-73/18 West Virginia N L 3-43/19 Hawai’i A L 2-53/29 UNLV* A L 0-73/30 San Diego State* N L 0-74/5 New Mexico* N L 0-74/6 Air Force Academy* A L 2-54/11 Brigham Young* H L 1-64/12 Utah* H L 2-54/13 Colorado State* A L 1-64/18 Montana State H W 7-04/24 UNLV# N L 0-44/25 Colorado State# N L 0-4


2003-04 Season ResultsFinal Record: 10-12 (1-6 MWC, T-6th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/20-21 Washington St. Invite A NS10/10-12 USAFA Invite A NS10/22-27 Central Regionals N NS10/30-11/1 UTSA Invite A NS2/1 Denver N L 0-72/6 Creighton N W 6-12/7 Wichita State N W 5-22/8 Nebraska A L 0-72/14 Army N W 4-32/20 Portland A L 3-42/21 Santa Clara N W 4-33/5 Weber State N W 5-23/6 Montana State A W 7-03/14 Dayton N W 7-03/15 Bethune Cookman A W 5-23/16 Jacksonville Univ. A L 3-43/17 Wagner College N W 7-03/27 Colorado State* A L 2-54/3 New Mexico* A L 1-64/4 Air Force Academy* N L 3-44/9 UNLV* N L 1-64/10 San Diego State* A L 1-64/17 Utah* H W 5-24/23 BYU* H L 2-54/29 UNLV# N L 0-44/30 Utah# N L 2-4


2004-05 Season ResultsFinal Record: 9-13 (1-6 MWC, 7th of 8)Date Opponent Site Result9/17-19 Col. of Charleston Invite A NS9/24-25 Cowgirl Invite H NS10/8-10 Air Force Invite A NS10/19-24 Central Regionals N NS1/28 Nebraska A L 0-71/29 SW Missouri State N W 6-11/30 Creighton A W 6-12/18 UTEP A L 1-62/19 New Mexico State A L 1-62/20 UT-San Antonio N W 6-12/25 Eastern Washington N W 7-02/26 Portland A W 6-13/13 Rollins College A L 4-53/14 Jacksonville A L 2-53/15 Bethune Cookman A W 5-23/16 Colgate N W 7-03/25 Utah* A L 2-53/26 BYU* A L 1-64/1 Colorado State* H L 3-44/2 Air Force* H W 6-14/3 New Mexico* H L 0-74/9 San Diego State* N L 1-64/10 UNLV* N L 0-44/17 Northern Colorado H W 7-04/28 New Mexico# N L 0-44/29 Colorado State# N L 0-4


2005-06 Season ResultsFinal Record: 9-15 (0-8 MWC, 9th of 9)Date Opponent Site Result9/23-24 Wyo Cowgirl Invite H NS10/7-9 Air Force Invite A NS10/19-23 Central Regionals N NS1/27 Montana State A W 4-31/28 Gonzaga N W 6-11/29 Utah State N W 5-22/10 Idaho N W 4-32/11 Eastern Washington N W 6-12/12 Boise State A L 1-62/24 New Mexico State A L 1-62/25 UTEP A W 4-32/26 Arkansas State N L 3-43/4 Air Force* A L 3-43/13 Iowa State N L 2-53/15 Texas Tech N L 0-43/16 Washington State N L 1-63/17 Hawai’i A W 4-33/24 TCU* A L 0-73/26 New Mexico* N L 0-74/1 Colorado State* A L 3-44/4 Northern Colorado H W 7-04/7 UNLV* N L 0-74/8 San Diego State* A L 1-64/13 BYU* N L 0-74/14 Utah* N L 1-64/26 Air Force# N W 4-34/27 TCU# N L 0-4


2006-07 Season ResultsFinal Record: 6-15 (2-6 MWC, 7th of 9)Date Opponent Site Result9/15-17 Baylor Invite N NS9/22-24 Wyo Cowgirl Invite H NS10/5-7 Air Force Invite A NS10/18-22 Central Regionals N NS1/26 Nebraska A L 1-61/27 Wichita State N L 0-72/3 Air Force Academy* H W 6-12/9 UTEP A W 4-32/10 New Mexico State A W 4-32/11 Northern Arizona N L 3-43/2 Idaho N L 3-43/3 Eastern Washington N W 6-13/4 Washington State A L 2-53/11 South Florida A L 0-73/14 Stetson University A W 5-23/16 Jacksonville University A L 3-43/23 UNLV* A L 1-63/24 San Diego State* N L 1-63/31 BYU* N L 0-44/1 Utah* N L 1-64/7 Colorado State* A W 5-24/12 Denver A L 0-74/14 New Mexico* A L 0-74/15 TCU* N L 0-74/23 Northern Colorado A cancelled4/26 TCU# N L 0-4


2007-08 Season ResultsFinal Record: 11-13 (1-7 MWC, 8th of 9)Date Opponent Site Result9/14-17 Wyo Cowgirl Classic H NS9/21-23 Cougar Classic A NS10/12-14 Air Force Invite A NS10/17-21 Central Regionals N NS2/1 Washington State N L 3-42/1 Colorado College A W 7-02/2 Denver N L 0-72/3 Air Force Academy* A W 5-22/9 Drake N W 4-32/10 Nebraska A L 0-72/15 Montana State H W 4-22/22 Northern Arizona N W 4-32/23 Boise State A L 0-72/24 Idaho N W 5-23/2 Gonzaga H W 6-03/15 Northern Colorado H W 6-03/19 San Jose State A W 4-33/20 Saint Mary’s A L 0-73/22 Santa Clara A W 5-23/29 New Mexico* N L 1-63/30 TCU* A L 2-54/5 BYU* H L 2-44/6 Utah* H L 1-44/11 UNLV* N L 1-64/12 San Diego State* A L 0-74/18 Colorado State* A L 3-44/23 Air Force Academy# N W 4-14/24 TCU# A L 0-4


Kristen Hall2006-2008

26-43 overall, 3-21 MWCThree Seasons



2008-09 Season ResultsFinal record: 8-16 (1-7 MWC, 8th of 9)Date Opponent Site Result9/11-13 Wyo Cowgirl Invite H NS 9/19-21 CU Invitational A NS10/3-4 Air Force Invite A NS10/15-19 Central Regionals N NS2/6 Nebraska A L 0-72/7 Creighton N L 3-42/7 Drake N L 3-42/14 Idaho N L 2-52/15 Montana State A W 4-32/28 Portland State H W 6-13/1 Metro State N W 7-03/2 UNC Greensboro N L 1-63/7 Air Force Academy* H W 5-23/17 Washington State N L 2-53/17 Chaminade N W 6-13/18 University of Hawaii A L 0-73/20 University of Arizona N L 0-63/23 Eastern Washington H cancelled3/26 Utah State A W 4-33/27 BYU* A L 0-73/28 Utah* A L 0-73/29 Weber State A W 4-34/3 San Diego State* N L 1-64/4 UNLV* N L 0-74/5 Northern Colorado A cancelled4/9 New Mexico* A L 0-74/10 TCU* N L 0-74/19 Colorado State* H L 2-44/22 Air Force# N W 4-34/23 UNLV# N L 0-4


Kati Gyulai2009-present

8-16 overall, 1-7 MWCOne season



Opponent W L Last MeetingAbilene Christian 0 1 February 22, 1997Air Force 11 6 April 22, 2009Appalachian State 1 0 March 6, 1997Arkansas State 0 1 February 26,2006Arizona 0 1 March 20, 2009Army 1 1 February 14, 2004Bethune Cookman 2 0 March 15, 2005Boise State 0 2 February 23, 2008Boston College 0 1 March 2, 1999Bowling Green 1 1 February 22, 2001BYU 0 10 March 27, 2009BYU-Hawaii 0 1 March 1, 1999Cal. State Fullerton 2 0 March 27, 2002Cal. State Northridge 0 1 March 26, 2002Campbell University 0 1 March 7, 1997Chaminade 3 0 March 17, 2009Clemson 0 1 February 17, 2001Colgate 1 0 March 16, 2005Colorado 0 3 January 30, 1999Colorado College 1 0 February 1, 2008Colorado State 3 14 April 19, 2009Creighton 5 1 February 7, 2009Dayton 1 0 March 14, 2004Denver University 2 7 February 2, 2008Drake 1 3 February 7, 2009Duquesne University 1 0 March 4, 1997Eastern Washington 6 0 March 3, 2007Fresno State 0 1 April 23, 1997Gonzaga 5 0 March 2, 2008Hawaii 1 3 March 18, 2009Idaho 2 3 February 14, 2009Illinois State 1 0 March 26, 1999Iowa State 1 1 March 13, 2006Jacksonville 0 3 March 16, 2007Long Beach State 0 1 March 14, 2000Louisiana-Monroe 0 1 February 11, 2001Metro State 1 0 March 1, 2009Missouri 0 2 February 10, 2002Montana 3 0 March 2, 2002Montana State 8 2 February 15, 2009Nebraska 0 9 February 6, 2009Nevada Reno 0 1 April 9, 1999New Mexico 0 14 April 9, 2009New Mexico State 1 4 February 10, 2007UNC-Greensboro 0 1 March 2, 2009Northern Arizona 1 2 February 22, 2008Northern Colorado 10 1 March 15, 2008Northern Iowa 2 1 February 26, 2000Oral Roberts 2 1 October 18, 1997Oregon 0 2 February 7, 1998Portland 1 2 February 19, 2005Portland State 2 0 February 28, 2009Rollins College 0 1 March 13, 2005Sacramento State 0 1 March 17, 2003St. Louis 2 0 February 10, 2001St. Mary’s (Calif.) 0 2 March 20, 2008Sam Houston State 0 6 February 5, 1999San Diego State 0 11 April 3, 2009San Jose State 1 2 March 19, 2008Santa Clara 2 0 March 22, 2008South Florida 0 1 March 11, 2007SIU-Carbondale 1 0 March 27, 1999SMU 0 2 March 13, 2002Southern Utah 1 0 March 9, 2003SW Missouri State 1 0 January 29, 2005Stetson 1 0 March 14, 2007

Opponent W L Last Meeting TCU 0 7 April 10, 2009Texas Pan AM 1 0 March 8, 2003Texas Tech 0 2 March 15, 2006Tulsa 0 4 April 8, 2000UMKC 1 0 October 12, 1996UNLV 0 13 April 23, 2009Utah 2 13 March 28, 2009Utah State 2 0 March 26. 2009UTEP 2 5 February 9, 2007UTSA 1 0 February 20, 2005Virginia Tech. 0 1 February 16, 2001Wagner College 1 0 March 17, 2004Washington State 0 5 March 17, 2009Weber State 3 0 March 29, 2009Western Michigan 0 1 February 27, 1998West Virginia 0 1 March 18, 2003Wichita State 1 3 January 27, 2007

Series Records


-B-Berger, Rebecca - 2008-09(Hermiston, Ore.)Bogesic, Gabby - 1997-98(Subotica, Yugoslavia)Bowman, Jenny - 2001(Sacramento, Calif.)Brown, Michelle - 2005-06-07-08(Quispamsis, N.B., Canada)

-C-Chaix, Carolina - 2007-08-09(Mexico City, Mexico)Chien, Patricia - 2003-04-05-06(Dixon, Calif.)

-D-DeFelice, Brittany - 2008(Edmond, Okla.)del Monte, Paulina - 2000-01(Mexico City, Mexico)Dossetor, Angela - 2000-01(Griffi th, Australia)

-E-Espinosa, Sofi a - 2000-01(Cuernavaca, Mexico)

-G-Gyulai, Katalin - 2002-03(Harghita, Romania)

-H-Hancock, Jennifer - 2001-02-03-04(Spanish Fort, Ala.)House, Andrea - 2004-05-06-07(Hammett, Idaho)

-J-Juretic, Danijela - 1997(Split, Croatia)

-K-Kay, Sarah - 1997-98-99-00(Sheffi eld, England)

-L-Lazar, Corina - 2005-06-07-08(Constanta, Romania)

-M-McPhail, Lindsay - 1999-00(Colorado Springs, Colo.)Mendoza, Shirley - 1997-98-99-00(Crosby, Texas)Morgan, Jill - 1997-98(Owensville, Indiana)Morozova, Natalie - 1999(Laramie, Wyo.)Moser, Gwen - 2003-04-05(Parkersburg, W.V.)

-N-Nelson, Jamie - 2006-07-08-09(Shreve, Ohio)Nochbaur, Kori - 2009(Colorado Springs, Colo.)

-P-Pass, Calli - 2009(Omaha, Neb.)Pruett, Lisa - 1998(Alexandria, Va.)

-R-Roberts, Amanda - 1997-98-99-00(Cheyenne, Wyo.)Roberts, Melanie - 1997-98-99-00(St. Peters, Mo.)Rowinski, Karolina - 2004-05-06-07(London, Ontario, Canada)

-S-Santi, Yuliani - 2001-02-03-04(Bali, Indonesia)Senko, Amy - 2004-05-06-07(Houston, Texas)Summerfi eld, Sarah - 2007-08-09(Chester, N.J.)

-T-Terhaar, Toni - 2001-02(Plymouth, Minn.)

-V-Van Hollen, Carly - 2008-09(Millers, Md.)

-W-Williams, Megan - 2003(Vancouver, B.C., Canada)Wykert, Caryn - 2009(Laramie, Wyo.)

All-Time Letterwinners


BUILDING WYOMING’S ATHLETIC LEGACY INTO THE 21ST CENTURY

Rochelle Athletics Center

Marian and the late Curtis Rochelle

The University of Wyoming has experienced remarkable success nationally through the years on the fi eld and in the classroom. The Curtis and Marian Rochelle Athletics Center (RAC) ensures a continuation of that success, as well as enhancing the Cowgirls’ reputation across the country. The Rochelle Athletics Center has allowed UW to continue its tradition of providing quality academic programs side-by-side with quality athletic programs.

Thanks to a $4.2 million gift from the Rochelles, the largest in school history at the time, the facility began construction in May of 2000. It was completed in August of 2001 at a total cost of $9.4 million.

Located just north of War Memorial Stadium, the RAC occupies 46,140 square feet. It includes a state-of-the-art sports medicine and treatment center, a strength and conditioning center, an academic and counseling area and large meeting rooms.

The expanded academic support area provides a full range of services for student-athletes. Included are computer labs, student counseling areas and study tables.

A broader scope and greater availability of sports medicine services includes space for treatment, practice preparation, examination/diagnosis and hydrotherapy. The strength and conditioning center allows improved weight and agility training for the Cowgirls.

“We wanted our gift to help create a lasting athletic legacy for the University and for the State of Wyoming,” Rochelle said after presenting the gift. “The University of Wyoming has had a major infl uence in our lives. We are proud to be a part of the tradition of academic and athletic excellence at the University of Wyoming.”

Born in Lusk, Wyo., Rochelle received a B.S. degree in animal science from UW in 1941. While a student, he was president of his senior class.

Rochelle served as a UW Trustee from 1983 through 1989, and received a UW Trustee Award of Merit. In 1994, he was awarded the UW Medallion Service Award recognizing his outstanding service and dedication to the University. Marian, a native of Denver, is a graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., and Colorado College in Colorado Springs.

Curtis Rochelle passed away in the spring of 2005.

Rochelle served as a UW Trustee from 1983 through 1989, and received a UW Trustee Award of Merit. In 1994, he was awarded the UW Medallion Service Award recognizing his outstanding service and dedication to the University. Marian, a native of Denver, is a graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., and Colorado College in

Curtis Rochelle passed away in

Marian and the late Curtis Rochelle

The expanded academic support area provides a full range of services for student-athletes. Included are computer labs,

A broader scope and greater availability of sports medicine services includes space for treatment, practice preparation, examination/diagnosis and hydrotherapy. The strength and conditioning center allows improved weight and agility training

“We wanted our gift to help create a lasting athletic legacy for the University and for the State of Wyoming,” Rochelle said after presenting the gift. “The University of Wyoming has had


The University of Wyoming

Law School

Engineering Hall

American Heritage Center

Health Sciences Building

Spend some time here and you'll agree that much of UW's character is shaped by this great "home on the range." Laramie, the location of the main campus, is a safe, friendly community of 30,000 people. Nestled between the Laramie and Snowy Range mountains in southeastern Wyoming, it's a beautiful, unspoiled place with a special life-style.

The campus extends over 785 tree-shaded acres. There's an attractive mix of modern and traditional structures; many were built with native Wyoming sandstone. It's a place where the sun shines 320 days each year. It's hard to be gloomy here. When you view it from 7,200 feet, you see things more clearly. But it's not just a pretty place; it's also a place that works.

Up-to-date facilities support the learning and research mission that makes UW special. There are classrooms with state-of-the art computer technology, laboratories with the latest equipment, excellent libraries, computer systems with universal Internet access, and a long list of premier research facilities both on campus and in the surrounding area.

Great people, great surroundings, and a great education...it's all here at the University of Wyoming.

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AMERICA’S BEST

The University of Wyoming is listed 17th among “America’s Best Public Colleges” in rankings released in 2009 by Forbes.com. Additionally, Forbes ranked UW fi fth among its “America’s Best College Buys.”

A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN


academics

University of WyomingAcademic Quick Facts

FOUNDED: 1886PRESIDENT: Tom BuchananENROLLMENT: 13,207CAMPUS SIZE: 785 AcresUNDERGRADUATE COLLEGES: 6Agriculture, Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Health & SciencesGRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL COLLEGES: Graduate School, College of LawAVERAGE CLASS SIZE OF ALL UNDERGRADUATE COURSES: 29AVERAGE CLASS SIZE OF FRESHMEN CLASSES: 38AVERAGE CLASS SIZE OF UPPER-CLASS STUDENTS: 20LIBRARIES ON CAMPUS: American Heritage Center, William Robertson Coe (main), Science and Technology, Geology, George W. Hopper Law, Film Library and Audio/Visual Services, the Learning Resource Center, Rocky Mountain Herbarium Research Center.STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: 15:1

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT

A student-athlete has time commitments and academic requirements that no other college student has to manage. Balancing practices, road trips, and contests with tests, papers, and classes isn’t easy. But a student-athlete isn’t alone in this endeavor!

The Offi ce of Academic Support in Athletics (OAS) exists solely to help you on your journey through college athletics. Simply put, our mission is to give you all the academic support you need so you can meet your goal of earning the best college education possible while participating in the sport you love. Whether it be helping you fi nd that tutor for the big Math exam, or to help you pick the right classes to add a Biology Minor, or just to talk about the big match coming up; the OAS strives to help you succeed.

Most importantly, the OAS helps to bridge your communication with professors and deans as well as to help inform you of NCAA academic eligibility rules. We have an excellent relationship with University administration, faculty and deans and work to keep them aware of student-athlete road trips and contests. The academic support staff visits regularly with every student-athlete to be certain they are making progress toward their degree and assists them with understanding and meeting NCAA academic standards. Our coordinators also provide support on matters such as registration, degree planning and compliance with University of Wyoming and Mountain West Conference policies and procedures.

Finally, the OAS offers specifi c programs designed to assist each student-athlete in achieving their athletic and academic goals. Staffed by fi ve full-time coordinators, the entire staff is dedicated to achieving the program goal of providing comprehensive services to ensure a successful student-athlete experience — academically, personally, vocationally and athletically. The Offi ce of Academic Support offers a full range of services in the following areas:

1. Academic DevelopmentThe core of our academic-support program is the tutorial and mentor program. A qualifi ed staff of tutors and mentors assist students in clarifying their study material and, in the case of travel, help students catch up on what material was missed. In addition to the tutorial program, attention is given to each individual in the development of their class schedule. All UW student-athletes must take a minimum of twelve hours of classes each semester, which directly apply to their chosen degree, and appropriate scheduling is a critical priority. Study skills assistance is available for those who need special help in areas including test preparation, note taking and time-management techniques. Finally, each student-athlete’s academic progress is closely monitored during the semester for such things as attendance, current grade and class participation. Steps are taken to address defi ciencies identifi ed by student-athlete progress reports on an individual basis.

2. Career DevelopmentThe purpose of obtaining a college education is to prepare an individual for meaningful employment following graduation. Needless to say, the act of choosing a useful major is indeed a challenging task considering the multitude of possibilities. Career counseling is available to assist student-athletes in the very important process of selecting a major that will lead to a desired career. The Offi ce of Academic Support continues to establish a career network that will assist students secure employment after graduation.

3. Personal Growth and DevelopmentThe OAS offers various speakers, presentations, and training sessions through the NCAA “CHAMPS/Life Skills” program, which emphasizes the importance of the “entire student-athlete.” Student-athletes are encouraged to not only graduate and participate in sports, but to continue to grow personally and professionally while at the University of Wyoming. Various recent presentations have featured issues such as Drugs/Alcohol Abuse, Becoming Your Personal Best, Sexual Awareness and Responsibility, and Cultural Diversity.

A student-athlete has time commitments and academic requirements that no other college student has to manage. Balancing practices, road trips, and contests with tests, papers, and classes isn’t easy. But a

The Offi ce of Academic Support in Athletics (OAS) exists solely to help you on your journey through college athletics. Simply put, our mission is to give you all the academic support you need so you can meet your goal of earning the best college education possible while participating in the sport you love. Whether it be helping you fi nd that tutor for the big Math exam, or to help you pick the right classes to add a Biology Minor, or just to talk about the big match coming up; the OAS strives

Most importantly, the OAS helps to bridge your communication with professors and Most importantly, the OAS helps to bridge your communication with professors and deans as well as to help inform you of NCAA academic eligibility rules. We have an excellent relationship with University administration, faculty and deans and work to keep them aware of student-athlete road trips and contests. The academic support staff visits regularly with every student-athlete to be certain they are making progress toward their degree and assists them with understanding and meeting NCAA academic standards. Our coordinators also provide support on matters such as registration, degree planning and compliance with University of Wyoming and Mountain West

Finally, the OAS offers specifi c programs designed to assist each student-athlete in achieving their athletic and academic goals.

Most importantly, the OAS helps to bridge your communication with professors and


Strength & Conditioning

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM

The University of Wyoming strength and conditioning staff recognizes each UW student-athlete will spend a large amount of their undergraduate experience training and preparing to be successful in their chosen sport. The Wyoming strength and conditioning staff works diligently to enhance this experience using our expertise, knowledge and coaching abilities. Each full time coach is a certifi ed strength and conditioning specialist.

The mission of the Wyoming strength and conditioning department is to foster a positive, safe, challenging and properly equipped training environment while developing all of the individuals physical qualities needed to be successful in their sport. Our approach calls for all coaches and athletes to work together towards developing an athlete’s full physical and mental potential and thereby improving sport performance.

Training programs incorporate sport specifi c and scientifi cally proven training methods to produce a progressive and year-round training program. The focal points of this comprehensive training program includes: mastery of correct training techniques, developing functional strength training, improving sport specifi c speed, power and agility, improving sport and position specifi c conditioning, work capacity and fl exibility while also increasing the athletes knowledge of proper dietary practices. We feel this holistic approach will facilitate the individual’s and team’s ability to successfully compete in conference, regional and national championships.

The following Wyoming Strength and Conditioning program objectives guide to our training:1. IMPROVED SPORT PERFORMANCE2. INJURY REDUCTION3. ENHANCED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CONFIDENCE

Program principles that guide the Wyoming Strength and Conditioning department:1. Total body strength development emphasis.2. Hip, core and power zone strengthening emphasis.3. Total body power and explosiveness development.4. Training programs that are sport and position specifi c.5. Variations in exercise selection, intensity and frequency are utilized.6. Weight training exercises are free weight and multi-joint oriented.7. Strength, speed, agility and conditioning programs are cycled throughout the year.8. Correct technique is emphasized on all exercises and movements.9. Yearly testing and evaluation of sport specifi c qualities promote competition and improvement.

The mission of the Wyoming strength and conditioning department is to foster a positive, safe, challenging and properly equipped training environment while developing all of the individuals physical qualities needed to be successful in their sport. Our approach calls for all coaches and athletes to work together towards developing an athlete’s full physical and mental potential and thereby improving sport performance.

Training programs incorporate sport specifi c and scientifi cally proven training methods to produce a progressive and year-round training program. The focal points of this comprehensive training program includes: mastery of correct training techniques, developing functional strength training, improving sport specifi c speed, power and agility, improving sport and position specifi c conditioning, work capacity and fl exibility while also increasing the conditioning, work capacity and fl exibility while also increasing the athletes knowledge of proper dietary practices. We feel this holistic approach will facilitate the individual’s and team’s ability to successfully

The following Wyoming Strength and Conditioning program objectives

specifi c speed, power and agility, improving sport and position specifi c conditioning, work capacity and fl exibility while also increasing the

Strength and Conditioning Staff (left to right) Hunter Schurrer, Mike Cotterman, Trent Greener, Rob Hartman


Mountain West ConferenceFrom its inception in 1999, the Mountain West Conference has been committed to excellence in intercollegiate athletics, while

promoting the academic missions of its member institutions. Fresh off the celebration of its 10th anniversary in 2008-09, the MWC continues to cultivate opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the highest level, while fostering academic achievement and sportsmanship. Over its 10-year history, the MWC has been assertive in its involvement with the NCAA governance structure and has taken a leadership role in the overall administration of intercollegiate athletics. Progressive in its approach, the MWC has marked several achievements over its fi rst decade of existence, most notably becoming the fi rst to establish a sports television network dedicated solely to an intercollegiate athletic conference (The Mtn.). The Mountain West also was the fi rst to experiment with the coaches challenge in the college football instant replay system, and was the fi rst non-automatic-qualifying BCS conference to participate in and win two BCS bowl games. Additionally, the Mountain West was the fi rst conference to have a member institution with No. 1 overall picks in both the NFL and NBA drafts in the same year (Utah’s Alex Smith and Andrew Bogut, respectively in 2005). With San Diego State’s Stephen Strasburg claiming the No. 1 pick in the 2009 MLB Draft, the Mountain West is the only conference to have the No. 1 selection in each of the NFL, NBA and MLB drafts since the conference was founded in 1999. The MWC also ranks second in No. 1 draft picks in the NFL, NBA and MLB over the last fi ve years with three overall, one behind the SEC which currently has four. The Mountain West Conference is noted for its geographic diversity. Some of the most beautiful terrain and landscapes in the nation can be found within Mountain West Conference boundaries, including the majestic Rocky Mountain range, which borders four MWC schools (Air Force, BYU, Colorado State and Utah). The high plains of Wyoming (elevation 7,220 feet – the highest Division I campus in the nation) contrast with the desert city of Las Vegas (the fastest growing metropolitan area in the West) and the Pacifi c Ocean locale of San Diego State. The southwestern fl avor of New Mexico complements the western heritage and culture of Fort Worth, Texas, home of the MWC’s most recent member, TCU. The Mountain West Conference was conceived on May 26, 1998, when the presidents of eight institutions — Air Force, BYU, Colorado State, New Mexico, San Diego State, UNLV, Utah and Wyoming — decided to form a new NCAA Division I-A intercollegiate athletic conference. The split from the former 16-team conference re-established continuity and stability among the membership within the new league and signaled the continuation of its tradition-rich, long-standing athletic rivalries. Five of the MWC’s eight original members have been conference rivals since the 1960s (BYU, Utah, New Mexico, Wyoming, Colorado State), while San Diego State (1978) and Air Force (1980) were longtime members as well. UNLV and TCU entered the fold in 1996 and the Rebels continued as one of the original eight institutions that formed the MWC in 1999. TCU rejoined the group with its fi rst year of competition in the Mountain West in 2005-06, completing the Conference membership as it stands today. 2008-09 in Review The 2008-09 campaign provided several notable moments for Mountain West teams and individuals. Multiple MWC women’s tennis teams appeared in the NCAA Tournament for the eighth consecutive year with San Diego State, TCU and UNLV qualifying in 2009. For the fi rst time in the league’s 10-year history, multiple MWC men’s tennis teams also participated in the postseason, with New Mexico and TCU earning bids to the NCAA fi eld. In addition, the league qualifi ed another six men and women for individual postseason competition.

AIR FORCE...located 15 miles north of Colorado Springs at the base of the Rampart Range...the Academy sight covers 18,000 acres with an enrollment of 4,400...Falcon Stadium seats 46,692 for football...Clune Arena seats 5,939 for basketball and volleyball.

BYU...located in Provo, Utah, 40 miles southeast of Salt Lake City...enrollment is 33,278...Cougar Stadium seats 64,045 for football...Marriott Activities Center holds 22,400 for basketball...Smith Fieldhouse seats 5,000 for volleyball.

COLORADO STATE...located in Ft. Collins, 60 miles north of Denver, the largest metropolitan area in the Rockies...enrollment is 25,413...Hughes Stadium seats 34,000...Moby Arena holds 8,745 for basketball and volleyball.

UNLV...located in Las Vegas, one of the fastest growing cities in the United States...has an enrollment of 28,000...Sam Boyd Stadium seats 36,800 and is home to the annual Las Vegas Bowl...the Thomas and Mack Center holds 18,500 for basketball...Cox Pavilion seats 2,500 for volleyball and women’s basketball.

NEW MEXICO..located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico...enrollment is 27,304...University Stadium seats 40,094 for football and is home to the annual New Mexico Bowl...University Arena "The Pit" has a capacity of 15,102...Johnson Gym holds 4,000 for volleyball.

SAN DIEGO STATE...located in southern-most California...enrollment is 35,887...Qualcomm Stadium has a capacity of 71,400 and hosts the Holiday Bowl and the Poinsettia Bowl...Viejas Arena holds 12,414 for basketball...Peterson Gym seats 3,668 for volleyball.

TCU...located in Ft. Worth, Texas...enrollment is 8,865...Amon G. Carter Stadium seats 44,358 for football...Daniel-Meyer Coliseum has a capacity of 7,201 for basketball...the University Recreation Center holds 1,500 for volleyball.

UTAH...located in Salt Lake City, Utah's capital...enrollment is 29,251...remodeled for the 2002 Winter Olympics, Rice-Eccles Stadium seats 45,017...the Jon M. Huntsman Center seats 15,000 for basketball...Crimson Court holds 2,000 for volleyball.

WYOMING...located in Laramie, 130 miles north of Denver, Colo...enrollment is 13,207...War Memorial Stadium holds 30,514 for football and is the highest Division I football stadium in the country at 7,220...the Arena Auditorium seats 15,028 for basketball...the UniWyo Sports Complex has a capacity of 1,200 for volleyball.

Craig ThompsonCommissioner

Brett GilliandAssociate Commissioner

Caroline HenryAssociate Commissioner,

Compliance/SWA

Javan HedlundAssociate Commisioner,

Communications

Kim MelcherAssistant Director of

Communications


Laramie - The Clear Choice

Things to Check Out In Laramie:

✓ Rappel down a rock face at Vedauwoo✓ Ski, mountain bike or hike the trails at Happy Jack✓ Snowboard the slopes at the Snowy Range Ski Area✓ Catch a trophy fi sh at Lake Hattie

One of the best things about Laramie is its location between two beautiful mountain ranges. It’s a place of blue skies and clean air. Much of the area surrounding Laramie is public National Forest land. That means great access! You can head for the nearby mountains and fi nd yourself on a hiking, biking or skiing trail within 15 minutes. There’s also nearby rock climbing at the impressive Vedauwoo formations. You can be downhill skiing in the Snowy Range within 45 minutes. Laramie is convenient to the world-class skiing offered in Steamboat Springs and other Colorado resorts.

For a different kind of fun, you can be in Denver within two and a half hours. There is an amazing array of culture throughout the area, plus the tremendous sports heritage of the Rockies, Broncos, Nuggets and Avalanche.

With its colorful Western heritage, cultural activities and outstanding outdoor recreation, the Laramie area offers a unique fl avor that delights visitors from all over the world.


Photos on this Page:We wish to thank the Wyoming Division of Tourism for the photos featured on this page. (Top) Square Top Mountain. (Middle) Devils Tower National Monument. (Bottom) The Tetons rise above the Snake River near Jackson, Wyo.

They say it’s beauty is like no other, and you fall in love with its people.

Wyoming, it is like no place on earth. Within it’s boundaries is America’s fi rst and largest national park, Yellowstone. The unbounding beauty there includes “Old Faithful” geyser and Yellowstone Lake, the world’s largest high-mountain lake. There is Yellowstone Falls, so awe-inspiring, it’ll take your breath away. There are over 260 different species of animals and birds located there.

Wyoming’s wonders seem to be unending. There is Grand Teton National Park, whose centerpiece is the spectacular Teton Mountain Range. There is Devil’s Tower, America’s fi rst national monument. There is the world’s largest mineral hot springs located in Thermopolis. There is the beauty of Ten Sleep Canyon and a hundred other places.

For breathtaking beauty, Wyoming is unmatched. Its reputation brings millions of visitors to its borders each year. Plus, some of the best skiing in America can be found in Wyoming. Tourists and sportsmen can’t wait to get here to enjoy the clean mountain air and limitless outdoor attractions.

The history of the great American West can be heard whistling through the trees of Wyoming. Wyoming had an historic place in the taming of the West in the late 1800’s. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were two of Wyoming’s most famous citizens during the era of lawlessness. There remain plenty of reminders of an age that will live forever in American lore.

People are Wyoming’s strongest resource. These folks are down to earth, friendly and helpful. And, oh how proud they are of their Cowboys and Cowgirls. Wyoming has some of the best fans in America. As their only four-year university, Wyoming folks are tremendously supportive of their teams.

Yet, as down to earth as they are, many Wyomingites are on the cutting edge of politics, entertainment and business. Among some of the most famous are: Vice President of the United States Dick Cheney; Dr. Jerry Buss, owner of the Los Angeles Lakers; Dean Conger, former chief photographer of the National Geographic Society; Curt Gowdy, the most decorated national sportscaster in history; Alan Simpson, former United States Senator; Gerry Spence, attorney and television personality; and General Pete Schoomaker, former U.S. Army Chief of Staff.

For great people, great scenery and a great education, there is no place quite like Wyoming.

Devil’s Tower National Monument

The Tetons and the Snake River

Square Top Mountain

There’s No Place Like It

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