Florida State College at Jacksonville Athletics and Recreation

Blue Wave Volleyball Press Release 11/3/17

November 6, 2017

Media Recap

11/3/2017  

Florida Trend Mark Basch  - Reporter spoke with the Provost about the industry relevant education opportunities we are providing at FSCJ. Provided the reporter with information about our logistics programs, as well career education and Collegiate Career High School.

Engineering News Record, Stephanie Overman  - Reporter spoke with AVP of Workforce Development about our Fast Track programs in construction and how we have specific programs that help employers meet needs when faced with short timeframes. 

Times-Union Ann, Friedman Dean of Business - spoke with the reporter about the upcoming FSCJ Business Speakers series. The Business Speaker Series was envisioned to provide opportunities for FSCJ students and others in the community to become more aware of current issues and trends affecting business and industry in Northeast Florida, particularly the greater Jacksonville area. 

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FSCJ BlueWave Athletics announces that Kaylon Cruickshank, Sophomore Middle Blocker from Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Nicolette Ramos, Freshman Outside Hitter from Jacksonville, Florida (Sandalwood High School), have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Region 8 (State of Florida) Volleyball Team. See press release bellow for more information.

FSCJ BlueWave Volleyball Players Awards and Recognitions   

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida State College at Jacksonville’s (FSCJ) BlueWave Athletics announces that Kaylon Cruickshank, Sophomore Middle Blocker from Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Nicolette Ramos, Freshman Outside Hitter from Jacksonville, Florida (Sandalwood High School), have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Region 8 (State of Florida) Volleyball Team.  In addition, Cruickshank was named Panhandle Conference Player of the Year.  Joining Cruickshank on the All-Panhandle Conference First Team are Ramos and Sophomore Setter Cheryke Brian-Garmos (San Juan, PR). FSCJ First year Head Coach Jordan Yantin was also honored as Panhandle Conference Coach of the Year.  Freshman Right Side Hitter Ina Gosen (Golenkamp, Germany) and Sophomore Outside Hitter Karla Rosario (Naranjito, PR) were named to the All-Panhandle Conference Second Team. “It has been so rewarding to watch the players and coaches work tirelessly this season to earn the recognition they have received,” said Director of Athletics Ginny Alexander. “I am excited to see how they continue that success at the NJCAA region 8 Tournament." The FSCJ BlueWave Volleyball Team opened up against Polk State College at on Friday, November 3 in the NJCAA Regional 8 Tournament hosted by State College of Florida in Bradenton, Florida.

About Us

Welcome to Florida State College at Jacksonville and BlueWave Athletics

The BlueWave Athletics Department is proud to feature 6 teams: baseball, men’s and women's basketball, softball, cross country and volleyball. After the 2015-16 academic year, 18 student-athletes went on to play at a higher level (NCAA or NAIA). In addition to a legacy of competitive teams that compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association, we also have a strong history of achieving great academic success.

In 2015-16, 27 of our student-athletes made the All-Academic Team for the Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) with a 3.30 GPA or higher. Twenty of these student-athletes then went on to make the All-Academic National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) team with a 3.5 or higher GPA. Additionally, our baseball team was second in the state with a cumulative team GPA of 3.27.

This year, we implemented a BlueWave Life Skills program to enhance student-athlete success. The program focuses on five areas: academic success, athletic success, community service, personal development and career/financial success. 

Go BlueWave!

Contact Us!


Director of Athletics - Ginny Alexander

Email: [email protected]

Associate Athletic Director/Intramural Director - Daniel West

Email: [email protected]

Administrative Assistant - Jamie Bickerstaff

Email: [email protected]

Coaches:

Baseball - Brad Frick

Email: [email protected] / Phone: (904) 766-6790

Men's Basketball - Neil Orr

Email: [email protected]/ Phone: (904) 646-2217

Women's Basketball - Barvenia Wooten

Email: [email protected]/ Phone: (904) 646-2215

Softball - Jami Lind

Email: [email protected]/ Phone: (904) 766-6795

Women's Cross Country - Jody Hale

Email: [email protected]/ Phone: (904) 646-2214

Volleyball - Jordan Yantin

Email: [email protected]/ Phone: (904) 646-2136