BARNEY HAY
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach 1988-2002
Women’s Basketball Coach 2002-2006
- 2003-2004 NCCAA Div. I Central Region Coach of the Year
- 2003-2004 NCCAA Div. I National Tourney Coach of the Year
- 2004-2005 NCCAA Div. I National Coach of the Year
- 2003-2004 NCCAA Div. I Central Region Champions
- 2004-2005 NCCAA Div. I Central Region Champions
- 2004-2005 NCCAA Div. I National Campions
- 2005-2006 NCCAA Div. I Central Region Champions
Coach Barney Hay has served the OKWU women’s basketball program, for 18 years. She led her 2004-05 team to OKWU’s first ever NCCAA National Championship. Barney will be the first to tell you it was not about the wins and losses, but about the relationships and the lives she got to touch and make an impact on. Barney is now working at Bartlesville Physical Rehab as a Patient Care Representative and enjoying her first to granddaughters Emma Grace and Jenna Faith. She is married to Dr. Ron Hay and has two married sons, Jeff, married to Sabrina (Emma and Jenna’s parents) and Kevin, married to Caroline.
GARY BALDWIN
Men’s Basketball Coach 1972-1975
Men’s Tennis Coach 1992-1993
Men’s Basketball Coach 1977-1979
Women’s Basketball Coach 1984-1993
- 252 Career Wins, women’s basketball (OKWU & Lee University)
- 4 NCCAA National Appearances while at OKWU, 5 at Lee
- 1999 NCCAA Coach of the Year (Lee)
- 1999 NCCAA National Champions (Lee)
- Coached 19 NCCAA All-Scholar Athletes
- Coached 12 NCCAA 1st Team All-Americans
- Coached 6 NCCAA 2nd Team All-Americans
- Coached 1 NCCAA Player of the Year
Coach Gary Baldwin faithfully served the OKWU Athletics Department fot 21 years. He was also the Dean of Men for 3 years and directed the intramural program for 10 years. Gary attended Central Pilgrim College from 1967-1968. Gary’s 30 year commitment to Christian higher education was motivated by his desire to tell others the truth of Christ. Today, Gary is active in his church and speaks regularly to FCA Huddles and runs summer basketball camps. He has also been active to Senior Olympic. Gary is married to Janice and the have 4 chlidren. Jodiem married to Cletus Grannan; Julie, married to John Collins; Jill, married to Brian Gray; and Jerod, a recent Lee University graduate. Gary and Janice have five grandchildren.
DAN WOOD
Men’s Soccer Coach 1987-1992
Men’s Golf Coach 1989-1992 & 1996-1999
Althletic Director 1990-1992
- 1989, 90 & 91 NAIA District Coach of the Year (Soccer)
- 1990 NAIA Coach of the Year (Soccer)
- 1988, 90 & 91 NCCAA National Coach of the Year (Soccer)
- 1988 NCCAA National Coach of the Year (Soccer)
- 1998 NCCAA National Coach of the Year (Golf)
- Three trips to the NCCAA National Championships (Soccer) finishing 2nd in 1998
- Three trips to the NCCAA National Championships (Golf) finishing 2nd in 1998
- Overall Career record (Soccer) 65-37
- 1987-88 Staff Member of the Year
Coach Dan Wood dedicated eight years to the OKWU Athletic Department. In between his two terms of service he taught and coacher at Indiana Wesleyan University. He has also worked in golf business and golf management. Dan was active in the NCCAA during his years at OKWU and is now the Executive Director of the NCCAA. He serves in ministry as a chapel and conference speaker and with the NCCAA’s and FCA’s sports ministry efforts. He stays active in soccer by coaching U-18 girls soccer and is also an avid golfer. Dan has been married to Kelly for 21 years, they have two children, Courtney – 16 and Grant – 10.
EVERTON GONSALVES
Soccer 1980-1984
- 1980 Member of 3rd place team for NCCAA National Tournament
- 1980-1983 Leading scorer all 4 seasons at OKWU
- Career goals, 107; Career assists, 40
- 1981, 82 & 83 NCCAA All-American 1st Team
- 1982 Led NCCAA is scoring
- 1982 NAIA, top 5 in scoring
- 1983 NAIA All-American Honorable Mention (1st to receive this award in OWU History)
- 1983 NCCAA All-District team
- 1983 Most valuable offensive player
Everton still holds the record for most career goals scored. He has continued to be involved in soccer in Antigua and has captained the Antigua National team. He id described as a respected Christian, a devoted father and a humble servant of God. Professionally, Everton has held the position of Assistant Commissioner of the IRS in Antigua and is currently practicing law. Everton has been married to his wife Arlene Gonsavles for 10 years and has been blessed with 4 children. Vivian, 20; Mervin, 14; Shenelle, 12; and Crystal-Anne, 8.
SOWERBY GOMES
Soccer 1987-1991
- 1987 NAIA Honorable Mention
- 1987 NCCAA All-Tournament and All-District Team
- 1988-90 NAIA 1st Team All-American
- 1988-90 NCCAA All-American
- 1989 NCCAA Academic All-American
- 1989 NAIA Academic All-American
- 1989 Outstanding Young Man of America
- 1989 NCCAA Player of the Year
- 1991 Captain, NAIA Senior Bowl All Star West Team
- No. 15 Soccer Jersey retired, senior year, 1991
- Dean’s List 1988-1991
Sowerby credits his Almighty Father and his time at OKWU for molding him into the person he is today. He would not exchange the opportunity he has given to receive his education in a sound spiritual setting. Sowerby has remained active in soccer back in Antigua ever since his incredible years at OKWU. He was captain of the Antigua & Barbuda National Football Team from 1991 to 1995 and is currently the captain of the Villa Lions Football Team. He also serves as Chief Coordinator of the Villa Lions Soccer Academy. Professionlly Sowerby has been working in Accouting and Finance. He is currently the Compliance Officer for Stanford Trust Company Limited. Sowerby has been married to Veronica Lenora Gomes for 10 years. They have two children, Amarni, 7 and Amaya, 2.
KEVIN IMHOFF
Soccer 1979-1980
- 1979 & 1980 NCCAA 1st Team All-District
- 21980 NCCAA All-Tournament Team
- 1980 NCCAA 1st Team All-American
- 1979 & 1980 Team Captain
- 1979 & 1980 Team MVP
- 1979 Team Offensive Player of the Year
- 1980 Team Defensive Player of the Year
- 1979 Junior Marshall (top academic junior class male)
- Member of the 1979 NCCAA District Champion Team
- Member of the 1980 NCCAA National Championship 3rd place team
- Scored a toatal of 21 goals with 13 assists as a defender during his two seasons
- 1983 Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
Kevin has used the skills he learned on the soccer field along with the Christian values and principles he developed in the classroon to build his life around. He has coached soccer and mentored young men at his son’s Christian school for the last 6 years and was named Coach of the Year two times. Professionally Kevin has owned his own finacial services business for the past 29 years showing families how to line up their time and money with their finances. Kevin serves others by teaching how to simplify and improve their quality of life and create value for honoring God with their lives and finances through this course, The School of Familt Finances. Kevin has been married to his wife Ruth for 25 years. Their son Jamison is 15.
STEVE HUGHES
Basketball 1973-1977
- Career Season High, 346 points
- Career points scored, 1125
- Career assists, 316
- 75% Career free-throw percentage
- 1973-74 Scoring leader, 17.3 points per game
- 1976-77 scored 30 points againt Ozark Bible College
- Earned All-Tournament team honors
- Earned Team MVP honors
- 1976-77 Team Captain
- 1977-78 Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Steve Hughes lit up the scoreboard during his years at OKWU, and this was before the three-point line was painted on the court. Those who watched him remember that was his favorite place to shoot from. As a guard he was a smart, hard-working player who loved to score but was just as happy to assist his teammates. Steve went on from OKWU to serve as a pastor in Kansas for 8 years and then returned to OKWU to teach and serve as Chaplain. He chaired the Humanities dividion for 12 years and is now an English Professor. Steve has also coached the golf team for a season and has enjoyed several dramatic roles in OKWU productions. His service to OKWU is a reflection of his commitment to serving God. Steve has been married to his wife Melody for 35 years. They have four children, all of whom are 3rd generation OKWU Alumni, Heather Sears, Tim Hughes, Leslie Colaw and Michael Hughes. They also enjoy eight grandchildren.
SABRINA (SHANTA) HAY
Women’s Basketball 1997-2001
Sabrina Hay is the only OWU Lady Eagle basketball player to have her jersey retired. As a four year starter and captain, she quietly led the floor. She was named MCAC Freshman of the Year 97-98, MCAC All Conference, NCCAA All Region, NCCAA All American, and NAIA Field Goal% Leader. Her career records include, Most Points, Most Rebounds, Field Goals Made, Season Rebounds and Game Rebounds. More important than her many accomplishments, she made sure to model a Christian walk on and off the floor. After college, she taught 8th grade English and coached high school girl’s basketball. She is married to Jeff and they have 2 daughters, Emma and Jenna. Currently, Sabrina is an English adjunct professor at OWU and a stay at home mom.
DON MANESS
Basketball Coach 1975-1985
Coach Don Maness served at OWU from 1973-2001 in several different roles. He was a model coach for 10 years, leading OWU to its 1st basketball district championship. In addition to coaching, he was an advocate for scholar athletics as an administrator. He helped build a” fitness culture” across the campus. Coach Maness used recreational sports to bond with students in a genuine way. It has also been said that he has a deadly set shot and baby hook. Currently, Don is the Associate Dean in the College of Education at Arkansas State University. Don and his wife, Connie have 3 children and 9 grandchildren.
DON SCOTT
Men’s Basketball 1985-1989
Don Scott was a great team leader and played unselfishly. He was a three-time All American and OWU’s leading scorer.
Currently, Don is a coach and teacher in the Caney Valley School system. He is a good influence at the school, as he leads by example, both as a Christian and as an athlete. His love of basketball continues, he plays daily with his students and at other venues around town, OWU included! He shows the kids what hard work and dedication can do. At the same time he is quick to say what Jesus Christ has done for him.
Recently, Don was told that he had a hole in his heart. Apparently a defect he was born with. He was sent to Kansas City to have it repaired and his breathing changed immediately. He feels so much better and he didn’t even know he felt bad!
Anyone who has seen Don play basketball would say “WHAT!!” But, it’s true! He played his entire High School and College Careers with a hole in his heart the size of a quarter. And all the achievements and records set—with a hole in his heart the size of a quarter!! Unbelievable!! There’s only one explanation. God! And, God is good!!
Don and his wife Robbi celebrated 22 years of marriage this past summer. They have two boys Colton and Logan.
GARY THURMAN
Men’s Basketball 1975-1979
Gary Thurman rewrote the OWU basketball record books. At the end of his OWU career, he held the record for most point, most rebounds and most games played, along with several others. He was selected to the second team all-conference in the OCC and was a NAIA player of the week. Gary has been employed with ConocoPhillips for 28 years. He has been married to his wife, Terry, for 10 years. Gary has one daughter, Chelsey and one grandson, Jaden.
1976-1977 MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM
Men’s Basketball 1976-1977
What makes the 1976-1977 team special? Their coach Don Maness would tell you, “All the players were confronted with the claims of Christ, in the classroom, chapel, at basketball practice and throughout the campus. We practiced at the Bartlesville Boys club and never had a home court advantage. Our home games were at Sooner or College high school. Plus, each team member earned their degree from BWC.”
“Some of the greatest memories related to the many bus trips. We were greatly entertained by our assistant coach and bus driver Roger Skelly. In addition, Dave Mueller and Mike Norlan provided wonderful humor with their imitations of just about anyone or anything.”
Team Members Include:
Coach Don Maness Randy Glinn Statistician: Dave Mueller
Coach Roger Skelly Steve Gilliand Manager/Trainer: Mike Norlen
Randy Boschee Steve Hughes Manager/Trainer: Larry Sime
Brian Brecheisen Rick Medlock
Clay Buckingham Gary Thurman
Daniel Dunn Jerry Wright
“They were truly athletes. I think this team moved BWC to another level of basketball competition.” – Coach Don Maness
CLIFFORD JARVIS
Men’s Soccer 1979-1983
Clifford Jarvis is a 1983 graduate of Bartlesville Wesleyan. He also attended Columbia University, and City College of New York, and served in the US Army from 1985——1987 as a Nuclear Lab Specialist
Like many who have attended Bartlesville Wesleyan University over the years, sports played an important role in the life of Clifford Jarvis. Throughout the years, Jarvis has received many awards
Youth and Senior National Player of the Antigua National Team 1977-1978.
NCCAA All District 1979-1983
NCCAA All American in 1983
He has served as the secretary to the Antigua and Barbuda Soccer Sport Club in New York City.
He was chosen from the New York area to represent the Eastern Division Soccer League (EDSL)
Soccer is still a large part of Jarvis’s life. In fact Jarvis credits soccer for actually saving his life. In 1997, Jarvis was in involved in a terrible hit and run accident that left his leg crushed.
As a soccer player, Jarvis has maintained his physical fitness and attributes his ability to beat all odds of losing that leg to his physical strength and God’s willingness to heal his body. Jarvis continues to praise the Lord for sparing his life.
Clifford Jarvis still loves soccer. In spite of the near loss of his leg, Jarvis is walking today and even more amazing, Jarvis still plays soccer. He also serves as the Secretary to the Antigua and Barbuda Soccer Sport Club in New York City.
Jarvis currently resides in New York City, working as an Assistant Health Physicist at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
ANTHONY CAMACHO
Men’s Soccer 1984-1987
Oklahoma is a long way to go to play soccer.
Anthony Camacho started his athletic career in his home country of Antigua.
He was selected to the Antigua National Youth Team in 1980 and in 1982
In 1984 he accepted a soccer scholarship from Bartlesville Wesleyan College and landed in one of the mods on the east side of campus. But that didn’t hold him back.
His college soccer career got off to an exciting start when He was named to the in 1984 NCCAA All American Team, then again in 1985, 1986 and in 1987
He was named NAIA All American in 1985.
He was named to the all-district team in ‘85 –’87.
Camacho graduated in 1988 with a degree in Business Administration. But soccer was his first love.
He played in a semi professional soccer league in Omaha for a year, and then headed to Europe,
In 1992 he landed in Ontario, CANADA where he played in the Canadian Professional Soccer League
Camacho was named Best Goalkeeper in 92 and 93
Was head coach for Fanshawe College Men’s Soccer from 92 -98.
While at Fanshawe he racked up two national Championships, a Provincial championship, four Regional Championships, and two Provincial medals.
In 1995 he established the Forest United Soccer Club and served as its president for 10 years. During that time he gained over 20 championships.
He founded and operates the Camacho Goalkeeper School,
Anthony is the Lean Six Sigma Projects Leader for Nestle Corporation.
He lives in Ontario, CA with his wife Anthea and their three children, Anthony Jr., Anetia, and Malia.
RICHARD STINEHART
Baseball 1975-1979
Rich Stinehart was a natural baseball player and a natural leader. He played baseball from 1975-1979, leading the team in a number of categories. He started all four years for Coach Gary Baldwin.
He played first base
He was the starting pitcher.
He was the cleanup batter throughout his career.
He was the team’s most valuable player in 76 and 79
Rich served as team captain from 1977-1979.
He was named to the All Conference Team in 1978 by the Ozark Collegiate Conference.
Rich was named Conference Co-player of the year in 1979.
He led the nation in batting average in 1979 with a .522 batting average.
He had an impressive athletic record. But that wasn’t all he did.
He served in student government as vice president and as president
He was selected for Who’s Who among Students in American Universities and Colleges.
He was the sports Editor for the BWC Quill, newspaper
He serves as an RA for Resident Housing for three years.
And, was youth camp director for the Honduras Missions Team over Christmas break in 1976.
Today, Richard is active in his church and community continuing his long list of accomplishments.
He served on the his church board at Spring Lake Wesleyan Church,
Leads small group,
Has volunteered in youth ministry and mission’s organizations,
He has served his community as a cancer fund raiser,
Red Cross volunteer,
Little League baseball coach and a soccer coach.
TRACIE ANDERBERG COLLINS
Volleyball 1994-1997
Tracie Anderberg Collins was raised in Wyoming.
She had a passion for volleyball and brought it with her to the courts of Oklahoma Wesleyan University in the early 90’s. For her, volleyball was the ultimate team sport.
Collins knew she wanted to attend a Christian College and play volleyball. She graduated with a degree in Physical Education. She taught and coached volleyball at Bartlesville Public Schools.
This fall she returned to her alma mater and to her home court as head volleyball coach for the Lady Eagles.
She credits her records, awards, wins, and losses connected to her name, to her BWC volleyball team. One of the things she learned both as a student and athlete is that we have a choice. And we must choose to give God all the glory for what we do on and off the court.
Highlights of Tracie Collins Awards
NCCAA All-American – 94, 95, 96
NCCAA All District 1994, 1996
NCCAA All Regional 1997
NAIA All Regional 1996
1, 766 Kills averaging 3.72 Kills per game
.981 serves percentage
1,498 Digs averaging 3.15 digs per game
1st All Conference all 4 years in the MCAC
MCAC Player of the year in 1996
Hold School Records in 1994 – 1997
She holds the only retired Jersey, number 8, from BWC.
That is a record in itself.
Some of her fondest memories are the lifelong friendships she has made, meeting her husband Jason, and representing OWU at the NCCAA tournament two times.