Safe Halloween at Mason Hall

                              

The women's basketball team helped out with the annual "Safe Halloween" on the campus of Fredonia on Saturday October 31st. The event took place in Mason Hall and the girls eagerly handed out candy to boys and girls of all ages from the surrounding communities. The event was a huge success based on the amount of candy that was given out during the 3 hour period. Captain Sabrina Macaulay dressed in 60's attire made a huge hit with the Wizard of Oz family, as well as a neon princess. Emily lasher, Khee Nance, and Jenna Einick were joined by a birthday cake girl. Great fun was had by all.

Making Fredonia Home

It's a Suite Life

     New freshman Sarah Sweazy, Heaven Rollek, Catherine Bialecki, Jenna Einick, and Justice Nauden along with their roommates enjoy a "family" style dinner in their suite's common room. The girls have been adjusting to life at Fredonia and their first full week of classes. It looks like they have settled in and are ready for four wonderful  years. 

Think Pink!

We play for the Kay Yow Cancer Fund

     

      On February 7th, the Women's basketball team will wear pink uniforms as part of their commitment to raise awareness and money for the Kay Yow Cancer fund. This foundation was created in 2007 from the vision of the organization's namesake and former North Carolina State University head women's basketball coach. Through events, fundraising and partnerships, the Kay Yow Cancer Fund supports research, provides grants and drives inspiration in the fight against women's cancers.

      The Women will  hold a free throw shooting competition to help raise money to be donated to this fund. Anyone that wishes to help may donate to a player directly or contact the basketball office. Please join us in our efforts! The game will immediately follow the men's game with tip-off being around 7:30 pm

Women Open With Win on the Road

Sophomore Alexis Cheatham

       The women's basketball team opened with a 75-64 victory on the road at Alfred State. The team was led by Alexis Cheatham with 23 points and junior Sabrina Macaulay with 13 points and 14 rebounds for her first double/double of the season. The Blue Devils used a fast start to propel themselves to a non-conference win. Two other Blue Devils also scored in double figures to lead a balanced attack. The women are on the road again on Tuesdaynight as they travel to Pitt-Bradford in another non-conference match-up. 

Introducing: Kaylyn Billups Senior #21

My name is Kaylyn Billups. I’m from Buffalo New York and I graduated from Charter High School for Applied Technologies. I am currently a senior majoring in psychology and minoring in business administration. After graduation I hope to attend graduate school studying higher education. Basketball runs in my family. My brother played two years at Medaille and my cousin Amir played here at Fredonia until graduating in 2013. The main reason I came to Fredonia was to play basketball.  Once I found out that I had gotten a chance to continue playing the game that I love so much it was no turning back. Fredonia is a great place to play and I’m happy I furthered my education here.

10th Annual Fall Sweep!

Community Service "LEAFS" a good feeling

       The team participated in 10th Annual Fall Sweep community service project on Sunday, November 9th. The project organized by the ACA and attended by more than 700 Fredonia students was a HUGE success on a cold and damp morning. 

      Everyone met in the Williams Center and the team readied itself for the Sweep by having a little breakfast and listening to President Horvath, Vice President Herman and dignitaries from the ACA. Once they had finished speaking, the team headed to their destination on Central Avenue. Joined by the  Women's Tennis team and Sigma Gamma Phi sorority, the team moved a mountain of leaves, much to the delight of the Presbyterian Church followers that provided donuts and cider to the "sweepers."

       The team was visited by President Horvath and her furry friend, "Freddy." The team really enjoyed working together and as Emily Barrett commented, "...Enjoyed working together with my whole team." Job well done!

Athletes Supporting Athletes 2014

    The girls headed to campus on Saturday, October 4th to support athletes in some of the fall sports programs. After stopping to watch some tennis, the team headed over to the soccer stadium to watch a very exciting men's game between the Blue Devils and rival Buffalo State. After braving the elements complete with face paint and t-shirts, the team then ventured into Dods Hall to watch the Blue Devil women's volleyball game. 

    It was a great experience to support the other teams and their athletes and coaches. 

  Fredonia Women's Basketball Beach Sweep

2014

    The Fredonia Women's basketball team participated in the 2014 Great Lakes Beach sweep on Saturday, September 20th. It was a beautiful fall day and was attended by the players and coaching staff. The sweep was organized by the Fredonia Biology department. The data collected will be posted on the Biology site and will be used to further the education about pollution and how to combat it in the future throughout the Entire Great Lakes Region

   The Material collected was sorted and counted and weighed to give exact data for closer examination. The team collected over 8 and one half pounds of unique material to add to the study.

    The team feels that community service projects are an important part of being a student-athlete at Fredonia. Junior captain Katie Devine said, "...it was interesting to see how much trash there was and how such little pieces could really damage the wildlife." 

How SWEEP it is!

The women's basketball team completed a SWEEP this weekend to move themselves into serious contention for a SUNYAC playoff berth. The women defeated Cortland on Friday night and Oswego on Saturday afternoon. With 6 games remaining, the Blue Devils are holding onto the 5th spot. With 4 of the next 6 games on the road, they have a difficult task ahead of them! They travel to Oneonta and New Paltz this upcoming weekend as they look to continue their winning ways!

National Women's in Sports Day

The women's basketball team participated in National Women in Sports Day on Saturday, February 1st. As part of the festivities, after completing a sweep by defeating Oswego, the women hosted a shoot-around with an AAU team from the Dunkirk Middle School. In addition to playing a little basketball, the two groups had some pizza and shared a some stories of basketball together in Dods Hall. The picture above shows smiles and new friendships being created!

Women's Hoops Splits in Allegheny Tourney, Hebert tabbed to all-tourney team

Players getting ready for pre-game meal before defeating Marietta in opening game

      The Women's basketball team split a pair of games this weekend at Allegheny college's  Greg Richards Memorial Tip-Off Tournament. On Friday they defeated Marietta College from Ohio 60-58 in a thrilling last second win. Becky Hebert followed up a missed shot with 6 seconds remaining to give the Blue Devils their first victory of the season. On Saturday, the Blue Devils fell behind early and made a couple of second  half runs before finally falling to a very talented Allegheny team. senior Becky Hebert from Hilton NY was named to the All-Tournament team. The Blue Devils are on the road Tuesday at Nazareth College in Rochester before returning home for Saturday's home opener. 

Basket-O-Lanterns

The Women's basketball team had a team-building night together after their first full week of practice. The first order of the evening was to have a meal together in the Bob Steele Room. Stories about family and good food were the order of the first half of the night.

 

The evening was capped off by a pumpkin carving event that was designed to have each team member carving a pumpkin to best represent her personality. The team had a great time getting to know each other on a different level and some even ended the evening with a pumpkin seed bake off. What a great way to finish a weeks of hard work! New head Coach Linda Hill-MacDonald was very impressed at her team's creativity. Micky Mouse as well as Myley Cyrus were represented among other interesting characters.

Alumni Game On Homecoming weekend!

This year's women's basketball alumni game will be played at Steele Hall on Saturday October 12, 2013 at NOON. Refreshments to follow. If you are planning on attending, please contact assistant coach Rich Norton at norton@fredonia.edu ASAP! We are looking forward to seeing you there! 

All SUNYAC TEAM

Congratulations to Becky Hebert and Jaimie Warren for their post-season awards! Both Juniors were honored by the SUNYAC conference with awards. Hebert (Hilton) was tabbed to the second team ALL-SUNYAC team while Warren (Lakeview) was named as third team ALL-SUNYAC. A job well done! 

Saying Goodbye to our Seniors!

Playing in their final game this season are three seniors who have given their all and epitomize what being a Blue Devil is all about. We are proud to have had them in the Blue and White and they will be missed by their teammates, coaches and fans alike. Congratulation goes out to Jenna Austin (Pine Valley) Anna Riley (Messina) and Grace Moore (Fredonia).

Hebert Eclipses 1000 career points & Women Win

Junior Becky Hebert surpassed 1000 career points early in the first half on her way to scoring 28 points to lead the Fredonia State women to victory over Oswego. Congratulations Becky!

SUNYAC player of the week Jaimie Warren

Congratulations to Jaimie Warren on being named as player of the week in SUNYAC conference play. She had a monster weekend and helped the women to two victories allowing them to climb back into the playoff race. Jamie is a junior from Lakeview NY.

Dinner with the President

The team was invited by President Horvath to go to the "White House" and have a meal and a visit with Fredonia State's "First Lady." Upon their arrival, they were greeted by the president and given a VIP tour of the President's house.
Following the tour, the women, along with the men's team, got to share a wonderful meal. After dinner, both teams had an informal talk where the players and coaches got to share some information about themselves to a very interested audience. It was a terrific night and the team wishes to thank President Horvath for her wonderful and warm hospitality.

Alumni Game

This years women's alumni game will be held at NOON on February 2nd. The women and men entertain Oswego that day at 2pm and 4 pm respectively. The men's alumni game will follow the women at approximately 1 pm. There will be light refreshments for the women after the alumni game which will be held in Dods hall.
Please RSVP back to coach Wise or you can contact assistant coach Norton at 716.785.3683. You may also email at norton@fredonia.edu.
We look forward to seeing you on the 2nd and then come out and root for your alma mater!

Special Guest at Hilbert

The Women's basketball team was lead out onto the floor in Friday night's contest @ Hilbert by a very special guest. Danielle Palisin, daughter of Fredonia State baseball coach Matt Palisin, wore her favorite jersey helped to bring the Blue Devils onto the floor and helped to lead them to a non-conference victory. The entire Palisin family was there to help support the Women. Way to go Danielle!