It may have been overcast and gloomy out on Tuesday afternoon, but at the University of Hartford Sports Center the members of the Flight Zone, the official Fan Club of the University of Hartford Women’s Basketball Team, were all smiles. The Flight Zone hosts an annual pre-season picnic, which gives members a chance to interact with the players and coaches, specifically with the intent of getting to know the newest members of the Hawks program. For more information about the Flight Zone or to become a member contact Chris Sanford, Administrative Assistant for the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams, at (860) 768-4653 or email Chris at csanford@hartford.edu. Also, check out the official Flight Zone website at www.flightzone.org.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Where Are They Now: Checking in with former Hartford point guard Courtney Gomez!
The newest feature on the Hartford Hawks Women’s Basketball Blog has arrived. The Where Are They Now section will be updated every few weeks with an update from a former member of the Hartford women’s basketball team. Cedric Quackenbush, women’s basketball manager, will catch up with former Hawks and provide an update on their life after basketball. If you have a question or a possible topic for a future Where Are They Now feature, email athletics@hartford.edu.
Where Are They Now: Checking in with former Hartford point guard Courtney Gomez!
When former Hartford women’s basketball player Courtney Gomez suited up for the Hawks between 2004 and 2008, she helped the Hawks win three America East championships and two NCAA tournament games throughout her tenure. Her passion, leadership and teamwork enabled her to blossom into a relentless point-guard and team captain in her senior year.
Those same qualities are now helping Courtney blossom in a world off of the basketball court in a field in which she is putting her strengths as a leader on display. After spending two years studying at the University of Hartford following her college basketball career, she graduated in 2009 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. This spring Courtney began working for Ardor Health Solutions, a traveling company based out of Coral Springs, Fla. Now working as a Traveling Physical Therapist, she is placed in a working assignment for 13 weeks anywhere in the country she chooses. She is currently halfway through her first assignment in Austin, Texas.
"I love helping people recover and get back to the activities that they enjoy doing,” said Gomez in a recent interview. “I absolutely love Austin. It’s one of my favorite cities that I’ve ever been too.”
Although she admits adjusting to Austin’s high temperatures has been challenging, they haven’t prevented her from getting out and enjoying the city. Recently, she completed a triathlon and is still competing in a recreational basketball league.
After her time in Austin, Courtney plans on spending a couple of years completing assignments in Denver, Seattle, California and Oregon before working her way back to the east coast to cities such as Atlanta, Chicago and New York City.
“Right now I’m enjoying traveling, meeting new people and experiencing new and exciting things,” added Gomez. “I plan on using this traveling experience to find an area that I will end up focusing in.”
When asked to look back at her experience as a Hartford basketball player and pick out a favorite memory, she admitted there were just too many for her to choose from.
“I can’t give just one fond memory because I obviously have so many! I think the best part about being a part of the team is the relationships that I have now. I am still friends with amazing people on the teams I played for. I miss the coaches and my teammates and sometimes I sit and think of how I will never have that kind of experience again.”
When former Hartford women’s basketball player Courtney Gomez suited up for the Hawks between 2004 and 2008, she helped the Hawks win three America East championships and two NCAA tournament games throughout her tenure. Her passion, leadership and teamwork enabled her to blossom into a relentless point-guard and team captain in her senior year.
Those same qualities are now helping Courtney blossom in a world off of the basketball court in a field in which she is putting her strengths as a leader on display. After spending two years studying at the University of Hartford following her college basketball career, she graduated in 2009 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. This spring Courtney began working for Ardor Health Solutions, a traveling company based out of Coral Springs, Fla. Now working as a Traveling Physical Therapist, she is placed in a working assignment for 13 weeks anywhere in the country she chooses. She is currently halfway through her first assignment in Austin, Texas.
"I love helping people recover and get back to the activities that they enjoy doing,” said Gomez in a recent interview. “I absolutely love Austin. It’s one of my favorite cities that I’ve ever been too.”
Although she admits adjusting to Austin’s high temperatures has been challenging, they haven’t prevented her from getting out and enjoying the city. Recently, she completed a triathlon and is still competing in a recreational basketball league.
After her time in Austin, Courtney plans on spending a couple of years completing assignments in Denver, Seattle, California and Oregon before working her way back to the east coast to cities such as Atlanta, Chicago and New York City.
“Right now I’m enjoying traveling, meeting new people and experiencing new and exciting things,” added Gomez. “I plan on using this traveling experience to find an area that I will end up focusing in.”
When asked to look back at her experience as a Hartford basketball player and pick out a favorite memory, she admitted there were just too many for her to choose from.
“I can’t give just one fond memory because I obviously have so many! I think the best part about being a part of the team is the relationships that I have now. I am still friends with amazing people on the teams I played for. I miss the coaches and my teammates and sometimes I sit and think of how I will never have that kind of experience again.”
Friday, September 17, 2010
Women's Basketball Weekly Video Update with Mary Silvia
This week’s women’s basketball blog features an interview with senior guard Mary Silvia.
Mary discusses returning to school for her senior season, receiving her 2010 championship ring as well as talking about her goals for her final campaign with the Hawks. Mary also talks about the 2010 Women’s Basketball Golf Tournament held this past Monday and the importance of the fundraising events held by the women’s basketball team.
Weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
Mary discusses returning to school for her senior season, receiving her 2010 championship ring as well as talking about her goals for her final campaign with the Hawks. Mary also talks about the 2010 Women’s Basketball Golf Tournament held this past Monday and the importance of the fundraising events held by the women’s basketball team.
Weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
Monday, September 13, 2010
11th Annual Hartford Hawks Women's Basketball Golf Tournament
The University of Hartford women’s basketball team held their 11th annual Hartford Hawks Women’s Basketball Golf Tournament at Blue Fox Run in Avon on Monday. The annual golf tournament is a key fundraising event that helps the women’s basketball team travel across the nation to play the best competition. The success over the past 11 years of the golf tournament has helped support a team bonding trip to Italy and two trips to Hawaii for the Rainbow Wahine Classic, which the Hawks won in 2007.
This year more than 80 golfers came out to the course, but only one foursome can win the title. The 2010 Hartford Hawks Women’s Basketball Golf Tournament winners were Bob Fiondella, George Crowle, John Coury and Joe Petrone. Check HartfordHawks.com for updates on the 2011 golf tournament.
This year more than 80 golfers came out to the course, but only one foursome can win the title. The 2010 Hartford Hawks Women’s Basketball Golf Tournament winners were Bob Fiondella, George Crowle, John Coury and Joe Petrone. Check HartfordHawks.com for updates on the 2011 golf tournament.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Women's Basketball Weekly Video Update with Keyokah Mars-Garrick
This week’s women’s basketball blog features an interview with junior forward Keyokah Mars-Garrick.
Keyokah discusses her return to school and the beginning of classes. She also talks about last year’s success and this seasons team goals as well as talking about the beginning of fall practices and individual workouts.
Weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
Keyokah discusses her return to school and the beginning of classes. She also talks about last year’s success and this seasons team goals as well as talking about the beginning of fall practices and individual workouts.
Weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Women's Team Honored at Halftime on Men's Soccer Game
The women's basketball team was recently recognized during halftime of the men's soccer home opener against Boston University. The team was honored for their success on the court last season, including a 27-5 overall record, an undefeated record in conference play, the program's first ever national ranking and first ever at-large bid into the NCAA Tournament, among others.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Women's Basketball Blog Now Features Weekly Video Updates
The women’s basketball blog has returned and will now feature weekly video updates with the coaches and players. The first weekly update includes an interview with Coach Rizzotti.
Rizzotti discusses the student-athletes’ return to campus for the fall 2010 semester as well as talking about summer workouts and the beginning of fall practices.
The weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
Rizzotti discusses the student-athletes’ return to campus for the fall 2010 semester as well as talking about summer workouts and the beginning of fall practices.
The weekly video updates will continue throughout the season and will touch on many different topics. Do you have an idea or a question you would like to ask a coach or player? If so, email athletics@hartford.edu with your question and stay tuned for the answer.
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