2001 RRR All-Region Teams

4A-3A First Team All-Region

AMANDA AUTREY
6’0 C - PORTAGE, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Parkland (IL)
Provided a solid presence in the post for the Lady Indians this season on both sides of the ball. Received the Portage "Pride, Hustle & Desire" Award for the season. Averaged 8.6 points and 6.3 rebounds in 2000-2001. Was named to the Post-Tribune 2nd Team All Area and to the East Team in the Northwest Indiana All-Stars Classic. Amanda will be playing for the Region Roundball Rage 17U this summer.

JULIE DEMUTH
5’11 F - HIGHLAND, FR. (4A)
An outstanding rebounder who made a significant impact as a freshman this year for the Lady Trojans. Known for her hustle and aggressive play, Julie should take up where her sister Jenny left off, and become the MVP for the Lady Trojans next season. Averaged 7.8 ppg and 6.4 rpg this season. Voted to the Hall of Fame Classic All-Tournament Team, selected to the LAC All-Conference Team and The Times All-Area 2nd Team this year. Julie will be playing summer basketball with Mohr Magic 15U.

JAMIE GUTOWSKI
5’7 G - ANDREAN, JR. (3A)
Returned from an ACL injury suffered last season and led her team to a Sectional Championship. An excellent work ethic makes her one of the most determined and dedicated athletes in the Region. Established herself once again, as one of the top guards in the state, yet was unbelievably overlooked for the Junior All-Stars. Named LAC All-Conference and 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and the Post-Tribune. Averaged 17.5 ppg, 7.8 rpg, 5.0 apg, and 4.4 spg. Jamie will be playing summer basketball with Indiana Storm 18U.

LAUREN HANSEN
6’0 F - PORTAGE, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Wheeling Jesuit University
One of the state’s top post players. Selected to attend the Top 40 Workout. Led her Lady Indian team to an upset victory over Valparaiso in this year’s Sectional. Named to the DAC All-Conference Team, and 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and the Post-Tribune. Averaged 16.7 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. A top student, she will study pre-med in college.

TRACEY JACKSON
5’8 G - EAST CHICAGO CENTRAL, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Undecided
Great quickness. Can jump out of the gym and has all the tools to become a Division I player. Selected 1st Team All-Area by The Times. Averaged 13.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.7 steals per game.

MICHELLE JONES
5’8 G - GARY WEST SIDE, JR. (4A)
Had an outstanding year. Helped lead the Lady Cougars to yet another Northwest Conference Title. Scored 27 points against Highland in the Sectional Championship game. Will become the go-to player next year for the Lady Cougars. Voted to the Northwest All-Conference Team, and selected All-Area 2nd Team by The Times and Post-Tribune. Averaged 13.3 points and 3.5 assists per game.

JILL KIKKERT
6’2 C/F - KANKAKEE VALLEY, JR. (3A)
Best shot blocker in the Region. Excellent leaping ability and long arms make her a force to contend with in the paint. An All-State volleyball player for the past two years. Has added a scorer’s touch around the basket this year. Selected All-Area 2nd Team by The Times. Averaged 10.2 points and 3 blocks a game.

BROOKE REED
5’8 G - LAPORTE, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Marian College
After an up-and-down season, she helped lead the Lady Slicers to Sectional and Regional titles this year. A prolific scorer from outside arch. Voted to the DAC All-Conference Team, and selected All-Area 2nd Team by the Post-Tribune. Averaged 16.8 points and 3.2 steals a game this season.

COURTNEY ROSENBAUM
6’0 F/C - VALPARAISO, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: St. Joseph's College
Valpo’s blue collar player. Her work ethic and hustle has made her one of the top post players in the state. Named a Junior All-Star Team last summer. Invited to the Top 40 Workout after the season. Voted Co-MVP of the Duneland Conference and selected 1st Team All-Area by The Times and Post-Tribune. Will team up with former Valpo point guard Erin Sampsel next year in college.

JOANN SMITH
5’5 G - HAMMOND GAVIT, SR. (3A)
COLLEGE: Undecided
One of the quickest guards in the state. Gave opponents fits with her in-your-face defense and quick hands. Helped lead the Lady Gladiators to Sectional and Regional Championships. Considered by many to be one of the top point guards in the class of 2001. Voted to the LAC All-Conference Team, and selected 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and Post-Tribune.

KIM SMITH
5’10 G/F - GARY WEST SIDE, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Miami University (OH)
Considered one of the strongest players in the Region. Jumping ability makes her an excellent rebounder and shot blocker. Played outstanding in the overtime Sectional Championship loss to Highland. Invited to the Top 40 Workout at the end of the season. Voted to the Northwest All-Conference Team, and selected 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and the Post-Tribune. Named MVP in the Northwest Indiana All-Star Classic.

LEE TRAYNHAM
5’11 F - VALPARAISO, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: Stanford (academic scholarship)
Considered one of Greg Kirby’s all-time best defensive players. Together with Courtnery Rosenbaum, they teamed up as one of the top post tandems in the state. Averaged 7.6 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. Voted to the DAC All-Conference Team, and selected All-Area 2nd Team by both The Times and Post-Tribune.

LESLIE TYBURSKI
5’9 G/F - HAMMOND GAVIT, JR. (3A)
One of the most improved players in the Region, she helped lead the Lady Gladiators to a Sectional and Regional Championship. Scored 41 points in the Regional Championship game against Andrean. Became the emotional and energy catalyst for a successful Lady Gladiator team. Averaged 18.6 points and 2.7 steals per game. Voted to the LAC All-Conference Team, and selected 1st Team All-Area by The Times. Leslie will be playing summer basketball with Indiana Storm 18U.

ALEX WEBSTER
5’10 G - CROWN POINT, JR. (4A)
An athletic guard who sets the tone on the floor for the Lady Bulldogs with her tenacious defense and play-making ability. Helped lead Crown Point to a Sectional Championship and an undefeated Duneland Conference crown. Was selected as Crown Point’s first-ever Indiana Junior All-Star. Voted to the DAC All-Conference Team for the second year running and selected 1st Team All-Area by The Times. Averaged 12.0 points, 3.5 assists, and 3.2 steals per game. Alex will be playing summer basketball with both Indiana Force and Region Roundball Rage 17U.

SARAH ZONDOR
5’7 G - CROWN POINT, SR. (4A)
COLLEGE: DePauw
Coach Tom May calls her Crown Point’s best-ever shooter. She is also an excellent rebounder. Helped lead the Lady Bulldogs to Sectional and Duneland Conference Championships. Invited to the Top 40 Workout after the season. Voted Co-MVP of the Duneland Conference and was selected 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and Post-Tribune. Averaged 16.7 points and 3.2 steals per game. Shot 52% from beyond the arc. Sarah will be playing summer basketball with Indiana Storm 18U.

2A-1A REGION PLAYERS
OF THE YEAR

Lauren Bechtold
Hebron

Erica Martin
Kouts

Co-Players of the Year? Again? Well, at least it’s in the other division this year. Once again the RRR staff was faced with a tough decision. How do you distinguish between two exceptional players who have had such a tremendous impact on basketball within the Region? We decided not to, and have awarded Player of the Year honors to both players. It was a remarkable season for both. Martin set the all-Porter County career scoring record with 1,797 points scored during her four-year dominance at Kouts and was invited to the Top 40 Workout in Indianapolis. Bechtold averaged 22.4 points and 7.1 assists a game and led her team to a second Porter County Conference title and first-ever 2A Regional title for the Hebron Hawks. She has just recently received one of Indiana’s highest honors by being selected for Junior All-Star Team. Both are very deserving of Player of the Year recognition.

LAUREN BECHTOLD
5’4 G - HEBRON, JR. (2A)
COLLEGE: Valparaiso
Plays all out, all the time, and most importantly makes everyone on her team better players. She’s got great ball handling skills and is considered one of the top point guards in the state. Voted to the PCC All-Conference Team and selected 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and Post-Tribune. Recently named to the Indiana Junior All-Star Team. Averaged 22.4 points and 7.1 assists per game. Helped lead her team to Sectional and Regional Titles this season. Lauren will be playing summer basketball with Northwest Indiana Wizards 17U.

ERICA MARTIN
5’8 G - KOUTS, SR. (1A)
COLLEGE: Olivet Nazarene
Known for her hustle, desire, and ability to the flat out shoot the ball. Holds the Porter County all-time career scoring record, and finished second in school history in steals. Led her team to a Sectional Championship this year. Voted to the PCC All-Conference Team and selected 1st Team All-Area by both The Times and Post-Tribune. Invited to the prestigious Top 40 Workout at the end of season. Finished her career with 1,797 points scored.

Keep your eye on the Region's future

There was an unbelievable group of freshmen who emerged as decisive factors or promising prospects for their respective teams this season. Look for these girls to make an even bigger impact next year. The Region will be quite competitive with these fine players as seniors in 2003-2004.

KIKI BYTNAR
5’5, G, CALUMET (3A) (12.6 ppg)
Kiki is one of the top freshman guards in the state and gives new hope to the Calumet program for the future. A quick slasher who can also shoot off the dribble. She will no doubt be one of the leading scorers in the area next season.

CATHERINE (CAT) CAMPBELL
5'6, G, CHESTERTON (4A)
Worked her way slowly in to the lineup as a solid contributor for a rebuilding Trojans program. Under coach dad Jack Campbell, Cat should develop into the third fine Campbell player for Chesterton.

JHERIKA HARVELL
5’4, G, MICHIGAN CITY (4A)
Was given a leadership role by head coach Monica Claridge for a good work ethic. As she matures, she will develop a consistent game and contribute more offensively for an up-and-coming Wolves program.

JULIE DEMUTH
5’11, F, HIGHLAND (4A) (7.8 ppg)
Julie broke into the starting line-up at the beginning of the season for Highland and made a terrific impact on the Lady Trojan’s memorable run. A tremendous rebounder, she is one of the top freshman post players in the state, and will no doubt take on additional scoring duties next year.

MARSHAY JOLLY
5’10, F, MERRILLVILLE (4A) (10.3 ppg)
Started as a freshman for Merrillville and became one of the main scoring threats for the Lady Pirates. A smooth player who could rebound in the paint and fire from beyond the arch. Voted All-Duneland Athletic Conference as a freshman, which is no small feat in this competitive league.

NICOLE McDONALD
5'4, G, PORTAGE (4A)
Nicole was a pleasant surprise for head coach Renee' Turpa. She moved up from the JV squad about half-way through the season and gave fellow point guard Tracie Korbar some much needed recuperation time during several injuries and illnesses during the season. Had a career-high 4 assists against Penn.

LINDSEY SMITH
5’10, F, LAKE CENTRAL (4A) (7.1 ppg)
Started for the Indians and averaged 7.1 ppg in a balanced scoring attack. She will be even better next season with a season of varsity under her belt.

LISA SCHULFER
6'0, C, LOWELL (4A)
JACKIE WOJCIK
6'0, C, LOWELL (4A)
Both of these girls saw significant minutes for the Red Devils their first high school season. They will be a tremendous post duo in the future for Lowell.

LAUREN HUTTON
5’4, G, VALPARAISO (4A)
Played significant minutes in a back-up position at point guard this season for a highly-regarded Vikings program. She will continue to improve and gain confidence with each succeeding season.

KRISTIN DRABYN
5’6, G, LAPORTE (4A) (8.7 ppg)
Broke into the starting line-up for LaPorte and helped lead them to a 4A Semi-State appearance in Warsaw. An excellent ball handler who can also score from the perimeter and was 91% from the line to lead the DAC in free throw shooting percentage. She’ll only get better next season.

ALYSE BRUSZEWSKI
5’8, G, WHEELER, FR. (2A) (10.5 ppg)
Alyse emerged as a complimentary contributor to high-scoring teammate Andrea Walker. With Walker moving on, Alyse will become the scoring anchor for the Bearcats next season.

BELINDA DRAKE
5’4, G, GARY WEST SIDE (4A) (6.9 ppg)
SHANTA ROBINSON
5’5, G, GARY WEST SIDE (4A) (3.6 ppg)
KARIMA DAVIES
5’10, F, GARY WEST SIDE (4A) (4.8 ppg)
Talk about a team of the future. Watch out next year (make that the next THREE years) for the Lady Cougars. They are loaded with young talent and have three of the state’s best freshman in Drake, Robinson, and Davis.