Cameron Men’s Basketball 2015-16 NEWCOMERS

WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Christian brings a lot of experience. He was very successful at the Division I level where he had a great year averaging 8 pts and 4.5 rbs at Odessa JC, one of, if not the toughest, junior college conferences in the country. His ability to shoot the basketball, and size and strength to get to the basket will make him a very valuable asset to our team this coming season.

AT TENNESSEE STATEPlayed in 19 games and averaged 8.6 minutes per contest…he scored 36 total points while grabbing 34 total rebounds…made season debut at Vanderbilt with 5 points and 4 rebounds in 22 minutes…scored six points and grabbed seven boards against Hampton while getting a steal…dropped in six points, again, at Hampton.

AT ODESSA COLLEGECrockett helped Odessa College to a 22-7 record, playing in 26 games, averaging 7.7 points per game by shooting 54 percent from the field, while grabbing 5.0 rebounds per game.

HIGH SCHOOL (TRAVIS HS)Averaged 10 points and six rebounds as a senior for Travis High School in Houston, Texas... Was named First Team All-District and to the HABCA All-Star team while earning a spot on the All-Tournament team as well...Averaged 12 points and seven rebounds in the playoffs to help Travis, ranked 27th in the nation, to a spot in the Texas Class 5A Championship game...He had 14 points and six rebounds in the state semifinals... As a junior, Crockett started every game while leading the team in rebounding...Averaged 15 points and six rebounds during the playoffs and was named honorable mention All-District...A three-year letter winner at Travis, he played summer AAU with the Adidas Houston Hoopstars 17U team.

AT MOUNT ST. MARY’SAppeared in two games for Mount St. Mary’s...Made collegiate debut against Pittsburgh while also playing against Georgetown.

Christian CrockettSenior . Guard/foward . 6-6 . 220 . Houston Texas

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WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Stacey is going to be a big asset for this coming year. He brings the size and athleticism that will help him to be very successful in our league. He had a very good career at San Diego City CC, and we look for him to have an immediate impact.

AT SAN DIEGO CCDuring the 2014-15 season helped guide San Diego CC to a 20-10 overall record and reached the CCCAA Championship semifinal...appeared in all 30 games and averaged 7.4 points with six rebounds for the Knights...seven contests in double-figures, had a season high 17 points twice, and was over 50 percent from the field in shooting...grabbed double-figure boards in five contests and had 15 on 2/13/15 against San Diego Mesa...recorded two double-doubles...named Pacific Coast Athletic Conference Player of the Week.

HIGH SCHOOL (CASTLE PARK HS)Picked up basketball late in high school career.

STACEY LAMBERTJUNIOR . FORWARD . 6-8 . 240 . SAN DIEGO, cALIF.

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WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Alan has a chance to be an impact player at many positions during his time at Cameron. Alan is extremely athletic and very versatile. He reminds me a lot of a former standout, Des Henry, with his ability to play the 1 -4. This versatility will allow him to see a lot of time for us this coming year.

AT SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOISMade 16 starts for SIC during the 2014-15 season and netted 6.9 points per game...made a season high 19 points off of four three-point shots against John L. Logan College...six overall games with 10 or more points...averaged 2.9 rebounds per game...as a freshman Long played in 25 games and averaged 7.3 per contest as a freshman...had six 10 point games with a season high 17 points twice...averaged 3.8 rebounds per game and shot 41.8 percent from the field.

aLAN longjUNIOR . guard/forward . 6-5 . 205 . Bellaire, Texas

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WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Alex will be another player that adds a solid presence to the interior this year. He is extremely skilled and really runs the floor. He has a great knack for finishing around the basket and can be a productive player for us at the 4 and 5 positions.

AT KANKAKEE CCAveraged 5.7 points per game and played in 32 contests for Kankakee CC who went 24-9, advancing to the NJCAA District IV Championship game...had seven contests in double figures with a season high 16 points against Rockford University JV...averaged 3.8 rebounds and had 11 boards against Sauk Valley.

AT GANNON COLLEGEPlayed in three contests for Gannon and made debut on 12/14/13 against Barton College.

Aleksandar Malinic JUNIOR . FORWARD . 6-9. 230 . Belgrade, Serbia

HIGH SCHOOL (MORGAN CO HS)Played for head coach Matthew Perry at Morgan County (Ky.) High School…named a Kentucky vs. Virginia All-Star…earned East Kentucky All-Star honors…named 62nd District MVP…landed a spot on the All-62nd District Team…named to the All-Mountain Basketball honorable-mention squad…averaged 14 points and 16 rebounds per game…helped Morgan County win the 62nd District championship, advancing to the region championship tournament…finished 22-8 overall, 16-4 in the region and 8-1 in district action…named Morgan County Algebra II Student of the Year.

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Girece is an all around player. He has many attributes that will earn him time on the floor, especially his ability to shoot the basketball. We are in hopes that he will be another 40% three point shooter that we can add to the mix with our returners. He also has good athleticism and could be one of our best defensive players.

AT VERMILLION CCPlayed in 29 contests and started 18 at Vermillion CC...averaged 4.8 points per game..played over 20 minutes twice and had a season high 24 points against Itasca with six successful three pointers...averaged 2.2 rebounds per game and a season high nine on 1/2/15 against Riverland.

HIGH SCHOOL (FATHER HENRY CARR)Was named MVP during his senior season...helped guide the Crusaders to win the Snowball Classic...Father Henry Carr was ranked as high as second nationally in Canada and has a recent history of being a launching pad for NBA talent...Tyler Ennis, #18 Draft Pick from the Phoenix Suns and Sim Bhullar were signed by the Sacramento Kings, both were Father Henry Carr alumni.

Girece kazumbaSophomore . GUARD . 6-2 . 185 . toronto, canada

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Reace kinleyfreshman . GUARD . 6-2 . 170 . bushnell, fla.

WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Reace is another one of our freshmen that we are really looking forward to seeing how he progresses and adjusts to the college game. He is a very intelligent player that can shoot the basketball. He was a two sport star as a starting QB and Guard on his HS teams. His ability to understand the game and shoot the basketball will make him a very valuable asset for us.

AT SOUTH SUMTER HSTwo sport athlete for South Sumter High School in Florida and was the starting quarterback...named 4A senior player of the year in FACA District 8...was All-County Sophomore and Junior Year All-District Junior Year, Team MVP as a Junior, and Two-Time Team Captain...also did high jump, triple jump long jump, and 400m for track.

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WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...De’onte will be a great addition to the team as he adds much needed depth in our forward position. He can really run and has great athleticism. He will give us an added threat of a shot blocker which we have been missing the last couple of years.

AT SEMINOLE STATE Appeared in 23 contests for Seminole State with his collegiate debut coming against Southwest Christian JV on 11/1/14...scored first points on 2/26/15 vs. Redlands CC...was named to SSC President’s Honor Role in the fall of 2014...transferred to SSC fro Richland College but did not play.

de’onte menefee Sophomore . FORWARD . 6-8. 210 . lawton, okla.

HIGH SCHOOL (LAWTON-IKE HS)Two sport athlete at Eisenhower High School in Lawton playing football and basketball...played tight end for the Eagles with five touchdowns and 149 total receiving yards in 2013...played with teammate James Cross and helped lead the Eagles to an 18-8 record and an area finals appearance.

bryan mitchellfreshman . GUARD . 6-5 . 190 . houston, texas

WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Bryan is another freshman that we added that has great potential. He already has the size at 6’5’’, 185 lbs to make a quick adjustment to the college game. Bryan’s biggest adjustment will be the speed of the game. He has all the tools and we look forward to seeing his quick development throughout his freshman campaign.

AT SUMMER CREEK HSSpent senior year at Summer Creek HS, transfered from Woodlawn HS in Baton Rouge, La...First Team All- District by the Head Basketball Coaches of Texas District 16-6A...helped lead Summer Creek to their first ever postseason win with a school record 22 wins and was Bi-District Champs...team leader in steals.

Jalen Nicholasfreshman . GUARD/forward . 6-6 . 180 . Houston, Texas

WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Jalen was the Class 5A District player of the year for Klein HS in Houston. We are looking forward to seeing how he handles the adjustment to the college game. He will be looked at to play the 4 and the 3. With his added strength and skill development, Jalen has an extremely high ceiling and can be an impact player in the league.

AT KLEIN HSWas named Texas Association of Basketball Coaches 6A Region II All-Region second team...2015 District 15-6A All-District boys basketball academic first team and MVP...2014 District 13-5A All-District Academic first team...averaged 10.2 points per game and shot 57 percent from the field...three year letterman and varsity starter.

TYLER Williams freshman . Guard . 6-3 . 185 . Crete, Ill.

WHAT COACH GAMET SAYS...Tyler is a very versatile player that has a lot of potential. He is skilled in a variety of areas which will give him the option to compete for a spot at many different positions. He has the ability with some work to become an exceptional shooter for us during his career.

AT CRETE-MONEE HSLed Crete-Monee HS to their first league title in five years as a senior...N-G All-State Boys’ Basketball Selection...In 2013 he was a McDipper Basketball All-Tournament team selection.

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