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Women's Basketball Signs Four Student Athletes

Women's Basketball Signs Four Student Athletes

Salem Community College women's basketball head coach Ryan Staiger has announced the signings of Rahzirah Blocker, Kathryn Glaspey, Nicole Focht and Brittney Carroll. 

Rahzirah Blocker: A 5-foot-7 guard who will graduate from Clayton High School in June. "Rahzirah is a well-disciplined player that can score from anywhere on the court and cause havoc on defense for the opposing teams," said Staiger. Rahzirah will study physics/engineering. She plans to continue her basketball career and education after SCC and major in electrical engineering at her four-year institution. 

Kathryn Glaspey: A 5-foot-5 guard who will graduate from Salem County Vocational-Technical High School in June. "Kathryn is a speedy guard who we will look to deliver a spark on the court for our team next season," Staiger said. Kathryn will study criminal justice and plans a career in law enforcement. 

Nicole Focht: A 5-foot-7 guard who will graduate from Salem County Vocational Technical High School in June. "Nicole is a really hard worker on and off the court. She will be a major asset for our team next season on defense," said Staiger. Nicole will study biology/chemistry. After graduating from SCC, she plans to study animal science at a four-year school. 

Brittney Carroll: A 5-foot-8 guard who graduated from Woodstown High School in 2017. "Brittney has played AAU [Amateur Athletic Union] basketball. At Woodstown, she was a major contributor her senior year. We will be to looking to Brittney for her leadership and her shooting next season," Staiger said. Brittney plans to study nursing and work with children after completing her nursing degree. 

"I am excited for these student-athletes to join our program as we start this team from the ground up," said Staiger. "They can play basketball but most of all, they have great character and are coachable. I have a feeling these four girls are going to represent our basketball program here at SCC that will make our county and College proud."

Said Director of Athletics Dr. Bob Bunnell: "We welcome Rahzirah, Kathryn, Nicole and Brittney to the Mighty Oaks basketball program. They have an opportunity to set the tone for the growth of the program. They bring enthusiasm and skill to the team, and I'm looking forward to seeing them play."

SCC will resume Mighty Oaks Athletics in the 2019-2020 academic year with cross country, men's and women's basketball, baseball and softball. For more information, contact Bunnell at bbunnell@salemcc.edu or 856.351.2239.