No. 34: Anthony Gallagher
Anthony Gallagher is a 6-foot-8 big man who hails from Puyallup, Wash. After a two-year stint at Lower Columbia College he has made his presence felt on the Geoduck basketball team. While his inside presence is feared by opponents, his ability to shoot beyond the arc is a threat should he get the ball outside.
What is your greatest athletic achievement?
Going to the national tournament last year. It was a whole different atmosphere. Additionally, Gallagher said he learned a lot from the experience.
What do you like the most about Evergreen?
“Getting to play with these guys [Evergreen teammates].” Additionally, Gallagher stated he enjoys the school and playing in a good program under coach Drinkwine.
What are your plans for after college?
“Get my degree.” Gallagher explained that he will exercise his opportunities to play basketball after college.
Did you have any athletes you admired growing up?
Gallagher likes the old Supersonics, Shawn Kemp and Gary Payton in particular.
No. 33: Josh Troyer
Josh Troyer comes to Evergreen after a successful career at Lower Columbia College. Troyer has made a name for himself in a very short time, scoring a season high of 27 points against Multnomah Bible College.
What is your greatest athletic achievement?
Troyer lists winning the NWAAC tournament at Lower Columbia as his greatest athletic achievement.
What are your plans for after college?
A career in law enforcement. Josh would prefer to work in Washington or Oregon.
Did you have any athletes you admired growing up?
Michael Jordan and Ray Allen. Troyer admires Michael Jordan’s work ethic on offense and defense and admires Ray Allen because he is a “pure shooter.”
No. 21: Julio Feliciano
Julio Feliciano is one of the biggest impact players on the Geoduck roster. A rebound king, Feliciano leads the CCC in defensive rebounds and is fourth in rebounds per game.
What is your greatest athletic achievement?
Feliciano was a member of the talented 2004 Mount Tahoma High School team that placed fourth in the state tournament. Feliciano believes that the team was good enough to win it all and he learned a lot from the experience.
What do you like the most about Evergreen?
Feliciano likes the way the curriculum is set up and mentions he appreciates being able to "learn what you want to learn. You get to enjoy yourself.”
What are your plans for after college?
Feliciano hopes to be able to enjoy opportunities to play basketball after college but would not mind getting involved in counseling and working in the community.
Did you have any athletes you admired growing up?
Michael Jordan. Julio admires Michael Jordan for his ability to be clutch in big game situations.
No. 0: Ben Wilson
Ben Wilson is the best 3-point shooter in the Cascade Collegiate Conference and one of the best in the NAIA. With a .541 percentage he is top three in the conference in 3-point field goals made. In short, Wilson is lethal beyond the arc.
What is your greatest athletic achievement?
Freshman year at Yakima Valley Community College, winning the NWAAC title. The shorthanded Yakima Valley team had only eight players compared to the 15-man rosters they were competing against.
What do you like the most about Evergreen?
“The freedom to learn what I want to.” Wilson values his teammates as well. “We get along well, we have a good chemistry that helps us to be successful.”
What are your plans for after college?
“Probably go work on getting my masters in education.” Wilson does not rule out the option of working at the capitol in a government position.
Did you have any athletes you admired growing up?
Older brother Rhodri Williams, who played at Bremerton High School. Ben looked up to his big brother and enjoys playing basketball with him every chance he gets.
No. 5: Nate Menefee
Menefee etched his name as Evergreen's all-time leading scorer earlier this season and is increasing the lead with his over 25 point per game average. He has also put his name in the debate of greatest player to don an Evergreen State basketball jersey.
What is your greatest athletic achievement?
The 57-point game vs. UPS. Menefee values this game because of the nature in which the game came to him and the fact that he did it in his hometown, which made the performance all the more special.
What do you like the most about Evergreen?
“The learning curriculum fits me well as a student.” Menefee added that he enjoys being a part of a team and putting Evergreen on the map.
What are your plans for after college?
Professional basketball. Menefee will look to try out at various NBA camps and would not rule out playing overseas if the opportunity knocked at his door. If professional basketball is not in the cards, however, Menefee would fall back on his degree and try to work with kids. Nate is currently interning at Woodbrook Middle School in Lakewood, Wash.
Did you have any athletes you admired growing up?
Michael Jordan, Chris Paul, and Tracy McGrady. Nate admires these players' drive to become better players while bettering their teammates in the process.
