Basketball teams wrap up memorable seasons
The men finished the year March 4 at the NCCAA regional in Rochester, New York, where they dropped a 87-63 decision to Roberts Wesleyan. They had previously lost 95-90 to Point Park University in the first round of the American Mideast Conference tournament. The women made it to the AMC semifinals but lost 83-67 to Shawnee State. Despite the disappointing endings, Geneva’s basketball squads enjoyed some magical moments throughout the season. Highlighting the men’s season was the play of Nate Conley in his final collegiate season. Conley’s eight assists per game led the AMC for the second consecutive season, and he was rewarded for his efforts with a selection to the AMC first team. Conley also was recognized as the NCCAA eastern regional player of the year. During the final weeks of the season, Conley became the 31st player in school history to surpass the 1,000-career point mark. “Nate has enjoyed a great career,” said head coach Jeff Santarsiero. “He is one of the best point guards we have ever had at Geneva. His willingness to due whatever it takes to win has far exceeded his accomplishments on the floor. That drive and determination will be his lasting legacy at Geneva.”
Geneva’s women also experienced some unforgettable moments in 2005-06. Topping the list was senior Jen Rawding breaking the college’s all-time scoring record. In the final game of her career, Rawding posted 15 points against Shawnee State to top Nancy Paxton’s scoring record, which had stood for 18 years. Rawding, who received first-team all-conference consideration, finished her magnificent career with 1,830 points. Ali Cananzi and Megan Gallagher, both seniors, also capped off memorable careers. Cananzi, Geneva’s all-time leading three-point field goal shooter, reached 1,000 points midway through her senior season. “We will miss these three girls immensely,” said head coach Ron Galbreath. “They are all great leaders and have made a huge impact on our program.” Sophomore Allyson Clarke gives Geneva fans a reason to smile about the future. She averaged close to 13 points per game and was named a second-team all-conference performer for the season. |
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Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams reached the postseason only to see their seasons end without a championship.
Kyle McDermott received second team consideration as he led the men with an average 18.4 points per game. McDermott scored 516 points in his junior season and will undoubtedly join Conley in surpassing the 1,000-point mark. 
