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DEVELOPMENT 4
Joe Edwards
Patrick Okafor
Mike White
Andre Joseph
Ricky Huckaby
Dominique Keller
Hollis Giles
COMMITMENT 8
Coaching Philosophy
SUCCESS 13
Rules for Academic Success
Attendance Sheet
Grade Sheet
Study/Class Schedule
Degree Check
ACCOUNTABILITY 18
10 Rebel Commitments
To Remain a Rebel
Fall & Spring Evaluations
Press Tips
COMMITMENT
DISCIPLINE
DEVELOPMENT
ACCOUNTABILITY
PERSEVERANCE
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Joe Edwards
DEVELOPMENT
1996-97 All-American
The oldest of six in his hometown of Unice, Louisiana, Joe Edwards was a young
man with considerable potential on the court tempered by mounting responsibili-
ties at home. However, fate intervened to bring Joe to Lee College. While Coach Roy
Champaigne was in Louisiana to recruit another player, an assistant coach spotted
Joe regularly putting 37 points per game on the board in high school play. Coach
Roy had a tough time convincing Edwards’s mother to let him leave home to play
basketball in Baytown, Texas, but was eventually successful in his recruiting effort.
After seeing Edwards’s potential to become a truly great player, Joe was redshirted
his first year by the Lee coaching staff. Even though he only played for a total of 13
minutes on the court his freshman season, he managed to post 10 points during
that short court time. Known for his extreme endurance on the court, his sopho-
more year at Lee saw the hard work and talent finally coming to bear for the Runnin’
Rebels, as Edwards averaged 26.5 points per game and posted 20+ points per game
in 20 out of 22 conference games that season, capping off his Lee College career as
Lee College’s first All-American player.
Patrick Okafor
1999-00 All-American
In the history of great Lee College basketball players, many were endowed with
tremendous natural talent. Such was the case of Patrick Okafor, but it was his ability
to learn and in a systematic way apply newly found knowledge and understanding
that made him stand apart, leading to his appointment to the 99-00 All American
team.
Okafor took a fundamental approach to basketball, observing other players, study-
ing the game itself, and tweaking what he saw worked for others with his own spe-
cial style. His systematic approach to the game even caused him to keep a record
of how often he went to the free throw line.
During his time at Lee College, Patrick was able to develop a playing style described
as “chin basketball”, in which the ball is kept high when handling, forbidding oppo-
nents access to interfere with handling or shooting. This made him one of the best
post players in Lee College History, and allowed him to go on to a successful career
with the University of Houston.
Mike White
2005-06 All-American
If there is a great story about coming to Lee College a good man, and leaving an
even better one, then Mike White’s story is it. Mike came to Lee from Northwest
Louisiana from under the shadow of his all-conference older brother. In the begin-
ning, he was a reserved player who did not socialize or spend much time talking
with his teammates. After a month on the team, Mike even entertained the idea of
quitting, but decided to stick with it.
The results speak for themselves: White first hit the court with the Running rebels
carrying 288lb on his 6’ 4” frame, with 19.8% body fat. Through hard work, dedica-
tion to a goal, and perseverance, he stepped off the court as a Running rebel for
the last time at 238lb. with 8.5% body fat. His inner competitive spirit had become
obvious to all, and his introversion was replaced with an aggressive style who drew
300 fouls his freshman year as a post player.
Such development was obvious to Indiana University recruiters who picked him up
to play for them after his time at Lee College was done.
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Andre Joseph 2000-02
DEVELOPMENT
Houston native Andre Joseph was first introduced to Lee College basketball as a high school
player in the High School Classic Tournament at Lee College his sophomore year. After a year
with Steven F. Austin University, Andre landed at Lee College as part of arguably the best class
of Runnin’ Rebels, one of two in the top 100 in the conference. Andre made his contribution to
the team as an offensive powerhouse. After an “off night” of 19 points per game he could be
found shooting on his own the next morning.
Andre’s initiative to learn offense, and tenacity to stick with his development allowed him to
be a pivotal part of the 23-9 record team his sophomore year. His performance did not end
there, carrying him on to play for Oregon in the Pac 10 (a personal dream), where he was
named Pac 10 newcomer of the year and played alongside two future NBA players all the way
to the Elite Eight.
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DEVELOPMENT
3All
Americans
12
Professional
Players
80%
Graduation Rate
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DISCIPLINE
PERSEVERANCE
SUCCESS
COMMITMENT
ACCOUNTABILITY
DEVELOPMENT
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COMMITMENT
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Roy Champagne, Head Coach
Philosophy
I believe in the dignity and self-worth of every individual. Extra-
curricular activities open an opportunity to ensure high self-esteem
and self-worth. My philosophy centers around teaching life skills
through coaching to every individual.
we all have different dreams and ideas of what we want to create for
our lives. In addition, I’m very clear that who you know, where you
go and what you own are not the true measure of personal success.
To me, success is the ongoing process of striving to become more. It
is the opportunity to continually grow emotionally, socially, spiritu-
ally, physiologically, intellectually, and financially while contributing
in some positive way to others. The “Success Road” is always under
construction. Is it a progressive course, not an end to be reached.
Success is simply preparation coming face to face with opportunity.
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Have I Made A Difference?
COMMITMENT
When I look back at my career, my definition of suc-
Roy Champagne
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Roy Champagne, Head Coach
Biography
As head Basketball coach, Champagne has a career record of 161 - 197
(.449) and has built a strong foundation that will enable the Runnin’ Rebels to
soar to new heights. As well as being head coach, Champagne has been active
in the Louisiana AAU circuit since 1987. He successfully led his AAU 17-and-
under squad, Team Acadiana, to a state championship and ranked 6th nationally
in 1987.
as an assistant coach for two seasons with the Rebels. Champagne received his
bachelors in General Studies from the University of Southwestern Louisiana in
1993. A native of Virginia Beach, VA, Champagne was raised in Louisiana. He
graduated from St. Thomas More Catholic High School in Lafayette, La. Cham-
pagne and his wife, Michelle, have two children, Catherine and Carson.
Quick Facts
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PERSEVERANCE
DISCIPLINE
COMMITMENT
SUCCESS
DEVELOPMENT
ACCOUNTABILITY
Rules for Academic Success
To be a successful scholar-athlete, you must complete and pass you academic classes. To be a successful basket-
ball player and attend a Division One (D1) school, you must take your academics seriously and graduate with a
transferable degree. To remain a Lee College Rebel, you must follow the rules established or accept the conse-
quences. Below are the penalties for each expectation not met.
Rule I:
Grade sheets will be handed out every other week. All players are to turn in
their COMPLETED grade sheet by the following Friday meeting. When grade
sheets are not returned at all or not completed, the following consequences
will be enforced:
• 2 cycles
Rule II:
SUCCESS
Attendance Sheets will be handed out every Friday and is to be returned the
following Friday meeting. When an attendance sheet is not returned at all or
not completed, the following consequences will be enforced:
• 3 absences in any one class will result in not playing in next game
Rule III:
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Attendance sheets are for student athletes to have their
teacher sign off for attendance at every class.
SUCCESS
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Daily study and class schedules are gathered for each student
athlete to aid in time management and scheduling.
SUCCESS
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Academic Tips & Resources
Tutoring
Free tutoring is available to students for most major subjects:
• The Writing Center offers online and face-to-face help
with writing assignments.
• The Math Lab offers face-to-face help with math home-
work.
• Supplemental Instruciton offers one-on-one peer tu-
toring in specified subject areas
Workshops
The Counseling Center offers a variety of free academic work-
shops throughout the year:
• Distance Education
Classroom Do’s
• How College is Different Than High School
• Be sure to have your book everyday in class and
paper out ready to begin class • The Art of Taking Good Notes
• Test Taking Tips
• Turn your phone off
• Time Management
• Arrive to class 5 minutes early
• Plagiarism: What It Is And Is Not
• Sit in the first 3 rows!
• How To Use MyLC Campus
• Answer and ask a question once a week
• Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills
• Have a backpack with appropriate supplies
• Success Strategies For Our Most Difficult Courses
• Respect the class by limiting peer-to-peer con-
versations Life Skills
• Be sure to stay for the entire class time The Rebel Program provides additional Life Skills classes specifi-
cally designed for the basketball team which covers topics such
• Attend class everyday as time management, study habits, alcohol and drug abuse, sex
education, nutrition, and more.
SUCCESS
• Plan and organize your work; stay up to date,
don’t get behind Academic Advising
• Plan your study time The role of the Student Athlete Academic Advisor is to assist stu-
dent-athletes in accomplishing their educational, career, and life
• Have a quite place to work objectives through:
• Have a routine • Monitoring daily academic progress
• Develop self-discipline • Enhancing opportunities for academic success
• Make a commitment to work hard • Maintaining a supportive environment
Classroom Don’ts
• Wait for help, get it immediately
• Put off studying or tackling assignments
• Answer your phone or text message
• No food or drinks are allowed
• Sit in the corners or back of the classroom
• Sleep in class
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DEVELOPMENT
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The 10 Commitments of a Runnin Rebel
1 I will be on time
Everyone will be on time for
scheduled events. Classes, weight
7 I will dress appropriately
Most everyone on campus and a lot
of off-campus people will know you
lighting, practice, rehabilitation, are a Runnin’ Rebel. The image you
study hall, team meetings, and project will be a reflection on all of
breakfast check. us. Do not dress to draw attention
to yourself. Remember—‘you never
have a second chance to make a first
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impression’.
I will be in class
Everyone is expected to be in class
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and sit in the front three rows. I will take pride in our facili-
Any absences (class skips) will be
grounds for punishment. Should an ties
emergency arise, call the coaching Our program has come a long way in
staff immediately. its appearance in three short years.
We take pride in keeping what we
have neat and clean. We have good
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attend study hall sessions. Our goal
is to acquire a team G.P.A. of 2.7. I will believe in the pursuit
of excellence
Our philosophy is built on the idea
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I will get rest of achieving one’s potential…being
It is important that each of you get the best we can be. Everyone in our
enough sleep to be at your best each program must be committed to the
day. You cannot recoup that which pursuit of excellence in all areas of
you have wasted. his life.
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I will eat right
It is important that you eat properly.
You must eat the proper foods to
10 I will not lie, cheat, or steal
‘To thine own self be true..thou can-
not then be false to any man…’
perform your best. Remember the
most important meal is breakfast…
there will be a mandatory breakfast
check during the week.
I, _______________ commit.
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I will avoid drinking, drug
ACCOUNTABILITY
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To Remain a Rebel
To Stay Here:
1. Be committed to your academics – Know you catalog… make a plan… get a degree. Go to class everyday.
Be on time. Sit up front. Take good notes. Do all extra work possible. Plan ahead and talk to your professor
when we travel or when you are having a problem. Get tutors when you need them.
2. Be committed to having character and class – Treat professors, support staff, student assistants, and all you
meet with respect. Treat other people the way you want to be treated. Moody people are rude. Remember
to smile, to say please, thank you, yes sir, yes ma’am, and give people the benefit of the doubt.
3. Be committed to doing the right thing – We have plenty of school rules… know them. Realize if you just try
to do the right thing you will be okay. Try to do the right thing and you are as close to perfect as any person
can be.
4. Be committed to the program – We realize that our players are in a fish bowl at Lee College. Every word and
action will be watched. Our programs’ reputation provides many opportunities yet brings many responsibil-
ities. We must be committed to build on to the tradition of our program and respect those that have gone
before us and paid the price to help rebuild the program.
To Play Here:
1. Be committed to hard work – Our program is built on the concept that hard work pays off. We believe that
we work harder than anyone else… and because of that we always expect to win. There is a reason we will
be the best… we work at it.
2. Be committed to becoming a smart player – Our players must be ready to learn. We believe we work
smarter than anyone else… and because of that we always expect to win. There is a reason we will be the
best… We work at it.
3. Be committed to our team attitude concept – We must have players who believe in our team concept. Our
program is built on the concept that the team/program is bigger than any single player… We need players
who are willing to sacrifice.
4. Be committed to a winning attitude – Our players must be committed to winning, but understand we don’t
measure our success by winning alone. Each time we play we evaluate ourselves on reaching our potential.
The true test for our team is to play against the game not just our opponent. We never quit. We are always
looking for ways to improve.
To Win Here:
1. Believe in the system – Commit yourself to our philosophy, to our system of play. Be a sponge and soak up
the concepts of how we play. Learn your role… then ACCEPT yours and do it the best you can.
2. Believe in yourself – Play with confidence… think positively… realize you are a great player in a great pro-
gram. Don’t get down when you play poorly… realize you were chosen to be here… be a leader. Lead by
example.
ACCOUNTABILITY
3. Believe in your teammates – Communicate with each other… help each other. Remember Together
Everyone Achieves More (T.E.A.M.). Encourage each other and support each other. Don’t ever forget the
importance of the shell around the team. Be a friend. We understand that we are all different—be tolerant
of teammates and others
4. Believe in your coaches – Know that your coaches are trying to make you better people and players. Ask
questions… don’t whine and complain. Learn to take tough coaching. You must believe that the coaches
are doing what they think is right for the team and you.
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Press Tips
NEVER EVER:
• Compare coaches or teammates
(they’re all good)
• Discuss strategy of upcoming
games (be general)
• Downgrade an opponent (praise
them)
• Be critical of your coaches, team-
mates, or administration
• Give an opponent a statement
that he could use against you
• Talk “off the record” (there is no
such thing)
• Use of of I’s (use we’s)
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The
Rebel
Program
State-of-the-art
training facilities.
Intense strength & conditioning program.
Team doctor of Houston Astros & Texans.
First-class travel
accommodations.
Media coverage of
games includes radio
broadcasts with PSN
Sports and post-game
interviews with the
local paper, The Bay-
town Sun.
Luxury apartments
with gated entrances.
Located in Baytown,
Texas.
20 miles South-
east of Houston.
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When you're asked to run, DO
to compete, DO IT and DO IT
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