2008-2009 NAIA Division II Women's Basketball National Championship

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics welcomes you to the 18th Annual NAIA Division II Women's Basketball National Championship! Since its inception in 1937, the NAIA has promoted the education and development of well- rounded students and productive citizens through intercollegiate athletics. Over those 72 years the NAIA has provided opportunities for more than 45,000 student-athletes to compete for 23 national championships in 13 NAIA sports. The Association's innovative flagship program, Champions of Character, is designed to instill character values in student-athletes, coaches and youth in the communities it serves. The NAIA is committed to the true spirit of competition and the Association is striving through its programs to intentionally teach respect, responsibility, integrity, servant leadership and sportsmanship. This National Championship event offers the opportunity to recognize our student-athletes for their dedication to mastering their sport, succeeding academically and developing their character. In addition, much credit and appreciation goes to coaches, administrators and fans for their continued support of their athletic teams and student-athletes. All of us at the Association sincerely thank the Sioux City Convention Center, Tyson Events Center and Tourism Bureau for hosting this event and furthering the mission of the NAIA. In particular, I gratefully thank the City of Sioux City, Iowa. Our member institutions thank you and your countless volunteers for your time, effort and commitment. Best wishes for an enjoyable event, Jim Carr ~ 9 CP~ ·~ NAIA President and Chief Executive Officer Welcome From The Governor's Office Dear Tournament Participants and Fans, It is my pleasure to welcome you to this year's National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division II Women's Basketball Championships. I would like to thank all of those who have put in many-hours of hard work to make this tournament a success and congratulate those women who have made it to the championship games. I hope that you enjoy your stay and that you find time to take advantage of the many attractions Sioux City has to offer. Good luck to all of the players-we hope to see you in Iowa again soon! 2 Sincerely, ~~ Chester J. Culver Governor