Basketball News

2007-2008

Jennum takes over as head coach;

Titus remains with Comets as assistant

Sheri Jennum has been named Palomar College's head women's basketball coach, Athletic Director Scott Cathcart announced on Thursday, July 26..

Jennum has served as an assistant to outgoing head coach Sherry Titus since April of 2005. Titus, a four-time Pacific Coast Conference Coach of the Year who guided the Comets to three PCC titles, will remain in the program as an assistant coach.

Jennum previously was head coach at Napa Valley College for eight seasons and also has been an assistant at Long Beach State, the University of the Pacific, Rancho Buena Vista High School and Fullerton College.

Jennum began her college playing career at UNLV, was a community college All-American player at Fullerton College and captained Cal Poly Pomona's 1985 NCAA Division II National Championship team. She was West Regional MVP as a senior and was named to the Final Four all-tournament team.

Jennum is an attorney practicing in Southwest Riverside County.

Palomar chosen by another exceptional recruit!

        Katie Girten  three point specialist                   commits to Palomar! 

Katie Girten,  a highly sought after 5'7 shooting guard from Westview High School will join the 2007-08 women's basketball team.  Katie was a two-time First Team All Palomar League player, All-North County Team selection, and finished her career as the third ranked all-time three point shooter in San Diego County.  This past weekend she won the three point shooting competition at the San Diego County All-Star game.  "Not only is Katie a dynamic offensive player, she is smart, and plays intense pressure-oriented defense.  She will compliment the program with her versatility and team mentality" commented Coach Titus.  "We are delighted to have Katie join us and we are looking forward to an              exciting 2007-08 season!"

Palomar secures two more top recruits!

        Nikki Boone and Jolene Hurd              commit to Palomar for the 2007-08 season!

Nikki Boone will return home from Kansas to play for Palomar College Women's Basketball.  Nikki graduated from Carlsbad High School in 2005-06 as a member of the CIF Basketball Championship team. Nikki was an All League selection and received a scholarship to play for Cowley College this past season.  Nikki is a 5'10 forward and will come home to join forces with former Carlsbad teammate Sabrina Gonzalez, Palomar College Second Team All-State Player, for the 2007-08 season. 

Jolene Hurd, a 5'9 guard, will transfer from Pima College, Arizona to play her sophomore season at Palomar College.  As a high school senior she averaged 12 ppg, 6 rpg, and 6 spg as a third team All-State Selection.  Jolene is a defensive specialist who will make an immediate contribution on both ends of the court for the Comets.

6'0 El Camino Post Player Kristin Marquardt commits to Palomar for the 2007-08 season!

Kristin Marquardt, one of the premier players in the North County graduating class this year has committed to compete for Palomar next season. As El Camino's dominate force inside, Kristin averaged 12.8 points per game, 7.8 rebounds per game, 2.4 steals per game and 1.4 blocks per game.  She is an Avocado All League selection and was selected to participate in the upcoming San Diego County All Star game taking place March 30th.  "We are thrilled to have a player of her caliber joining our Palomar family" stated Coach Titus after hearing from Kristin.  "She is a perfect fit with our outstanding returning student-athletes.  She is committed to excellence on the court and in the classroom.  We welcome Kristin, her parents, and family to Palomar!"

2006-2007

21-12 Overall   9-3 PCC

State Playoffs

Palomar College 60 - Cerritos 66

21-11 Overall  9-3 Pacific Coast Conference

y, Jan. 24

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