Adeyeye Joins Generals

The Sheridan College Generals have added Joshua Adeyeye, a 6’6 220 pound forward to the 2013-2014 men’s basketball roster. Adeyeye joins the Sheridan College Generals after having a successful freshman season at Washington Adventist University in Takoma Park, Maryland.  Josh averaged 15 points, 6.1 rebounds for the Shock this past season. Originally from Fayetville, North Carolina, Josh prepped at Coppin Academy in Baltimore, Maryland, where he averaged 32 points and 10 rebounds per game.  The Baltimore Sun honored Josh during his senior season, naming him the Player of the Week. 

“We’re really excited to get a player of Josh’s caliber and maturity to round out our recruiting for this 2013-14 class,” commented Coach Smiley.  “Josh had a stellar high school career, and after being injured in 2011-12, had a great freshman year last year at Washington Adventist University. Josh is a really well-rounded player, that can play both forward positions and even some guard if needed. He’s a strong athlete that can stretch the floor with his shooting ability, and also create with the dribble. He should be a terrific addition to our team, and we’re expecting him to have a great sophomore campaign this year”

Former Generals Continuing Their Professional Careers

A slew of former Sheridan College Generals are continuing, and for some beginning, their professional basketball careers across the globe. 

Moustapha Diarra is continuing his professional career in France, where he has just signed on to play with ALM Evreux-Basket in the LNB Pro B league.  Diarra joins the 2^nd ranked team in Frances Pro B league.

Antoine Proctor has signed his second professional contract, this time with U.M.F. Tindastoll in the Icelandic Dominos League, the highest professional league in Iceland.

Steven Ivory Jr. will begin his professional career with Hebei Springs in the Chinese NBL, the 2^nd highest league in the country.  Ivory Jr. finished his playing career this past spring with Mayville State University in Mayville, North Dakota.

Jarrell Crayton, who recently finished his career at MSU-Billings earning All GNAC honors, has signed to play with Thor-AK in the Icelandic Division 1 league.

Belgium native Idris Lasisi has signed with Sint-Jan Basket Antwerpen in the Belgium Division II league.

Former Generals JR Cadot, Scottie Payne, and Johannes Kriegereit are currently in works with their agents to finalize their professional contracts to continue their playing careers.

Sheridan College 2013-2014 Schedule

2013-14 Men's Basketball Schedule
Date	Opponent	Time	Location
10/11/2013	Jamboree @ Casper (exhibition)	TBA	Casper, WY
10/12/2013	Jamboree @ Casper (exhibition)	TBA	Casper, WY
10/18/2013	Exhibition vs. Medicine Hat U (Canada)	6:00PM	Sheridan, WY
10/26/2013	Scrimmage vs. Black Hills State	TBA	Spearfish, SD
11/1/2013	Holiday Inn vs Great Falls	7PM	Sheridan, WY
11/2/2013	Holiday Inn vs. Snow	7pm	Sheridan, WY
11/5/2013	Rocky Mountain College JV	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
11/8/2013	LCCC Tourney vs. Eastern Wyoming	TBA	Cheyenne, WY
11/9/2013	At Laramie County Community College	TBA	Cheyenne, WY
11/15/2013	Best Western vs. CO Kings	7:00PM	Sheridan, WY
11/16/2013	Best Western vs. Northeastern	7:00PM	Sheridan, WY
11/19/2013	at Rocky Mountain College JV	TBA	Billings, MT
11/22/2013	CSI Tourney vs. TBA	TBA	Twin Falls, ID
11/23/2013	At College of Southern Idaho	TBA	Twin Falls, ID
11/27/2013	Colorado Northwestern	7:00PM	Sheridan, WY
11/29/2013	Lions Club vs. Dakota College	7:00PM	Sheridan, WY
11/30/2013	Lions Club vs. Laramie County	7:00PM	Sheridan, WY
12/4/2013	at Western Wyoming	7:30PM	Rock Springs, WY
12/7/2013	at Gillette College	7:30PM	Gillette, WY
1/2/2014	Malmstrom Air Force Base	5:00PM	Sheridan, WY
1/4/2014	Casper College	5:00PM	Sheridan, WY
1/8/2014	at Dawson	7:30PM	Glendive, MT
1/11/2014	Northwest College	5:00PM	Sheridan, WY
1/14/2014	Little Big Horn College	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
1/18/2014	at Miles CC	5:00PM	Miles City, MT
1/22/2014	Central Wyoming College	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
1/25/2014	at Little Big Horn	5:00PM	Crow Agency, MT
1/29/2014	Western Wyoming CC	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
2/1/2014	Gillette College	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
2/5/2014	at Casper College	7:30PM	Casper, WY
2/8/2014	Dawson	5:00PM	Sheridan, WY
2/12/2014	at Northwest College	7:30PM	Powell, WY
2/19/2014	Miles Community College	7:30PM	Sheridan, WY
2/22/2014	at Central Wyoming College	5:00PM	Riverton, WY
March 1-5	Region 9 Tournament	TBA	South Champ
TBA	NJCAA National Tournament	TBA	Hutchinson, KS

Illinois Standout Chooses Generals

The Sheridan College Generals have added more depth to their back-court with the addition of Illinois standout, Preston Wells. Wells, a 6’1 guard from Peoria Richwoods High School, averaged 15.7 points, 2.3 assists, and 1.4 steals a game this season while shooting 82% from the foul line and netting 74 3-point field goals on the season. In his career at Richwoods, Wells drained 179 3’s, and scored over 1,000 points. For his on-court performance, Well received All-state IBCA and was twice voted first-team Mid-State in Illinois.

 

"Preston is exactly the type of player we were looking for to hopefully round out our recruiting class. He's a big Point Guard that has a great feel for the game, defends really well, and can really shoot the ball and stretch the defense. We've been following Preston's progress for quite a while and feel like he'll be a great addition to our program. He should have an immediate impact this fall.”

California Standout Inks With Generals

Sheridan College men’s basketball head coach Steve Smiley is excited to announce the addition of Jamir Andrews to the Generals roster for the 2013-2014 season. Andrews, a 6’3 guard from Dublin, California, played for Coach Tom Costello at Dublin High School where he helped lead the Gaels to a 27-7 record, leading them to the CIF Final 4. During his senior season, Jamir averaged 19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals per game. Andrews earned 1st Team All DFAL as a senior, as well as a junior. In addition to being honored Tri Valley All-Metro, All East Bay Honorable Mention, Andrews was also nominated as an All-State performer in California. Andrews played for coach Gary Hill-Thomas and the Nevada Wolverines AAU program during the summer season. 

“We’ve been following Jamir ever since we saw him last summer on the AAU circuit when he was playing for the Nevada Wolverines, so we’re really excited to have him sign to play for the Generals,” commented Coach Smiley. “Jamir is not only a tremendous player, but also an exceptional student in the classroom. Jamir has a special ability to score the ball in several different ways, and is extremely hard to guard because of his versatility, strength, and his ability to both shoot and get to the rim. He can play many positions on the floor which is exactly what we were looking for with this opening. We fully expect Jamir to be an impact player for us and eventually move on to the Division 1 level.”

Jamir Andrews Highlight Film

2012-2013 Sheridan College Highlight Video

Sheridan College Highlight Film

Sophomore Forward Pines Heading to Missouri Southern State University

(Sheridan) – Sheridan College sophomore Brandon Pines has signed a national letter of intent to play for Missouri Southern State University next season.  Pines, a 6’8 220 pound forward, helped lead the Generals to a 24-7 record this past season while averaging 5.6 points and 3.1 rebounds per game.  Pines saw action in all 63 games while at Sheridan College.    Pines had a season high 16 points and 7 rebounds in a Sheridan victory at Western Wyoming this past February. 

Coach Smiley commented on Brandon’s decision: “We’re really excited that Brandon has decided to continue his career at MSSU. Having former SC General RJ Leverette already on campus will make his transition smooth, and it’s always exciting to see our former players reconnect at the next level. Brandon will be able to bring size and mobility to the post position, and we’re looking forward to seeing how he progresses at the next level.”

“I'm grateful to have this opportunity to continue to play and finish my career at Missouri Southern State University”, stated Pines. “I want to thank all my family and coaches that have helped me along the way.”

Missouri Southern State University is an NCAA Division II school that competes in the prestigious MIAA conference.  This past season the Lions posted a 13-15 record before falling to Fort Hays State in the MIAA Tournament.  Brandon Pines will join former Sheridan College teammate R.J. Leverette for his reaming two seasons of eligibility.

Generals Assist East Seals & Goodwill Fundraiser

The Sheridan College Men’s & Women’s basketball teams participated in the local Easter Seals & Goodwill national fundraising competition to help awareness of disabilities. The fundraiser supports exceptional programs like autism services, pediatric therapy for children with disabilities, and workforce development for adults with and without disabilities. The athletes were paired with an individual and participated in a grocery-bagging competition. 

Last year, Safeway stores in the mid-west region raised over $55,000 to help children and adults in the community. Safeway’s roughly 1,700 stores across the United States (operating under various brand names) will devote the month of April to raising money for Easter Seals in this coordinated company-wide effort.