2. The University of La Verne
Founded in 1891
70 Majors offered
Approx. 2,200 (2,500 by 2012-2013) undergraduates
Student Greek System
Faculty to student ratio of 12:1
Average class size of 16 students
95% of full time faculty have a PhD, remaining 5% have Masters
Brand New Learning Enhancement Center and Career Development Office
Eight computer labs on campus
Study Abroad Program in ten different countries
Named one of the most popular National Universities by US News & World Report
3. Championship Experience
Head Coach Richard Reed has 11 years of collegiate coaching experience,
including 5 years at the Division I level (West Coast Conference and Big Sky
Conference) two years at the Division II level (Cal Poly Pomona) and four years as
the Head Coach at The University of La Verne.
The Leopard Basketball Program provides personalized attention: the first 20-30
minutes of each practice is spent on individual skill development with your
position coach. We create video breakdown and detailed scouting reports of all
opponents in addition to individual film breakdown for our players. At the
conclusion of the season, players receive an end-of-season highlight video.
We compete against D-I schools every year. In the 2011-2012 campaign, we will
face Loyola Marymount and Cal State Fullerton. Additionally, we compete in top
tier D-III tournaments each year. This year we will play in the D3hoops.com
Classic as well as the Puget Sound Classic.
4. Championship Experience
Matt Durant, Director of Strength and Conditioning, is involved in all areas of our strength
training program. He has developed a comprehensive program for year-round
development.
Under Coach Rich Reed, the Men's Basketball Program has realized a 100% graduation
rate.
Our program develops and showcases players that earn All- SCIAC First Team, Second
Team. In 2011-2012, the Leopoards boast two returning All- SCIAC players.
SENIOR NIGHT! During the last home game of the season we honor our seniors before the
start of the game.
Our newly created Hall of Fame and alumni tradition not only enhance our rich legacy but
serve to identify our graduating players with a sense of gratitude for their sacrifices and
accomplishments.
5. SCIAC
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference is made of
up eight member institutions all located in California.
Chapman joining conference in 2012-13 to make nine members.
Conference hosts a Season Conference Tournament—top four
seeds advance to the conference tournament. Winner of the
Conference tournament receives the automatic bid to the NCAA
Tournament.
Conference has received an “At-large bid” two of the past five
years.
6. Facilities and Resources
Frantz Athletic Court, “Super Tents” (1,500 seat capacity). Built in Fall of 1973, dedicated in
March of 1974.
Building remodeled four years ago. Floor re-design scheduled for May 2012.
Two motorized main court baskets with LED lights and four side
court baskets to accommodate two full courts.
Newly added observation deck for media personnel and Leopard
game film.
Remodeled Athletic Training Room, Weight Room and Cardio Room.
Brand new Leopard Lounge complete with a big screen TV and couches.
Players are given new practice gear including shorts, shirts, sweats, travel bag and two sets of
shoes each season.
Our program utilizes the Shoot-a-way Gun and Dominator rebounding machine amongst
other tools to enhance our player's abilities.
7. Campus Life
Brand New Dorm Opening Fall of 2012 (387 Beds)
Brand new Abraham Campus Center opened in July of 2009
Greeks
Campus Center contains computer labs, classrooms, learning enhancement center.
Lounge area which include: Pool Tables, Flat Screen TV’s complete with surround sound
Brand new dining hall named Barbara’s Place
4 Grand Ballrooms which serve as areas for hosting outside events on our campus
50 Student clubs and organizations
8. Main Campus
Founders
Hall
This is the site of
our new student
Housing!
Morgan Auditorium
Abraham
Campus
Athletics Pavilion Center
