Thanks Jane!

Tony Altobelli

Orange Coast College Athletic Director Jane Hilgendorf has

officially announced her retirement from Pirateville and now, I have to

break in new interim A.D. Fred Hokanson. Don’t worry, Fred, I’ll be

gentle.

On behalf of those involved with writing about the Bucs, let me say

“Thanks Jane!” for bringing the “community” back to your community

college programs.

From what I’ve heard from some of the coaches in Pirateville, let me

say “Thanks Jane!” for bringing the family back together again.

On behalf of the much-needed new and improved athletic equipment now

at Coast, let me say “Thanks Jane!” for bringing it from the Stone Age to

the 21st century.

On behalf of the future runners’ and tennis players’ feet soon to be

cushioned by the rubberized track and resurfaced courts, let me say,

“Thanks Jane!” for hours and hours of blister-free, slip-free, dirt-free,

flapping windguard-free, eyesore-free use and enjoyment. Nobody’s going

to laugh at us now!

On behalf of the new coaches’ facilities and locker rooms, let me say,

“Thanks Jane!” for making us more comfortable, clean, user-friendly and,

once again, up to date.

Most important of all, on behalf of all involved at Orange Coast,

“Thanks Jane!” for 30 years of hard work, dedication and loyalty toward

the school, students, coaches and all associated with anything

Pirate-like.

In continuation of my never-ending quest to keep locals abreast of

what’s happening elsewhere, here’s some information for you.

Matt Jameson, a four-year starter at Newport Harbor High, is the

starting point guard at Miami of Ohio.

The sophomore is averaging 30 minutes, seven points and five assists

per game.

Scott Dore, a former Newport Harbor volleyball teammate of Jameson, is

a back-row specialist for Princeton University.

Dore has compiled 50 digs and 45 blocks for the Tigers, while slamming

89 kills.

Dore’s teammate at Princeton, Dennis Alshuler (Corona del Mar) leads

the Tigers’ attack with 295 kills. The sophomore also leads the team with

13 service aces and is second on the team in blocks with 55.

If you know of any information on former locals playing around the

country, feel free to call me at (949) 574-4222, or fax me at (949)

650-0170.