USD Women's Basketball 1991

USD Is Represented At Olympic Festival The 1990 U.S. Olympic Festival was held this past summer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This event annually brings together thousands of athletes, coaches and administrators to an event of epic proportions. Included at the event for the first time were two representatives of the University of San Diego women's basketball program. Sophomore center Chris Enger survived a very intense try-out camp and was selected to play on the West team in the women's basketball competition . USD Head Coach Kathy Marpe was named an assistant coach to the East squad. Chris was not too sure of her chances at first. "When the trials first began, I was very skeptical (of being chosen)," she remarked. "As the trials went on, I began to relax and was surprised and happy at being selected (to play)." Marpe's selection process was a little different. "I was originally asked to submit an application for the post, " she stated. "I was still very excited when my selection was announced. As a Minnesota native, it was nice to get back home and work with such an elite group of athletes ." It also gave Marpe a chance to watch Chris play without coaching her. They were on opposite teams. "It was fun watching Chris play, especially while coaching against her," Kathy remarked. "I wanted my team to win, but I definitely rooted for Chris . I feel that she did real well! " Both women are of the opinion that this year's Festival was a highlight of their careers. They both feel it will have a positive impact on USD women 's basketball. "It was great to play with and against some of the best players in the country. I know it helped make me a better player," Chris stated . "It should also help USD get some recognition because people will now know who we are and where we come from ." For the record: Marpe's East team took home the gold medal while Chris' West team had to "settle" for the silver medal.

Support Personnel

Maria Becker Secretary

Dr. William P. Curran Team Physician

June Andrews Student Assistant

Dr. Tyler Gabriel Academic Counselor

Ted Gosen Sports lnlormation Director

Wayne Jacobs Strength Coach

Carolyn Greer Trainer

Rochelle Lightner Student Assistant

Nina Lococo Asst. Dir. of Admissions

John Martin Dir. of Facilities/Recreation

Steve Nellis Asst. Trainer

Grace McElhaney Secretary

Deb Pint Dir. of Summer Camps

Julie Richards Secretary

John Rollo Asst. S.I.D.

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