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{{Infobox sports team {{Infobox sports team
| logo = Columbus Vipers.png | logo = Viper Logo.png
| pixels = 200x | pixels = 200x
| founded = 2017 | founded = 2017
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| history = Columbus Blackhawks 2017-2021, Columbus Ga Viper 2021 - present | history = Columbus Blackhawks 2017-2021, Columbus Ga Viper 2021 - present
| city = Columbus, Ga | city = Columbus, Ga
| arena = Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium | arena = Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium, Columbus Civic Center
| colors = Black, Purple | colors = Black, Purple
| owner = Angela Culliver | owner = Angela Culliver
| titles_label = Regional Championships | titles_label = Regional Championships
| mascot = Viper | mascot = Viper
| titles = 4 (2021 Summer, 2022 Summer, 2022-2023 Winter, 2023 Summer) | titles = 5x (2021, 2022, 2022-2023, 2023, 2023-2024)
| nat_championships = 2x (2023, 2023-2024)
| conference = PBA Eastern Conference
| conference_titles = 2 (2022-2023 Winter, 2023 Summer)
| nat_championships = (2023 PBA Summer National Champions)
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'''Columbus Ga Vipers''' are a professional basketball team based in Columbus, Georgia, competing in the ] (PBA). The Vipers compete year-round, playing in the summer and winter PBA seasons. The Vipers play home games at Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium (KBW), in Columbus, Ga. The Vipers have been nationally ranked since the PBA inaugural season and are the 2023 Summer Season National Champions. The Vipers are also 2x Eastern Conference Champions and 4x Southeast Regional Champions. '''Columbus Ga Vipers''' are a professional basketball team headquartered in Columbus, Georgia, and are active participants in the ] (PBA). Renowned for their consistent performance, the Vipers engage in year-round competition, featuring prominently in both the summer and winter seasons of the PBA. Home games for the Vipers are held at the esteemed Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium (KBW) located in Columbus, Ga. With a remarkable track record, the Vipers have maintained a national ranking since the inception of the PBA, culminating in their prestigious titles as the 2023 Summer Season and 2023-2024 Winter Season National Champions<ref>{{Cite web |date=September 27, 2023 |title=Columbus Vipers Win Summer 2023 National Championship |url=https://basketball.usbasket.com/PBA/news/829719/Columbus-Vipers-win-Summer-2023-National-Championship |website=USbasket}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite news |last=Hoppe |first=Jonathon |date=September 29, 2023 |title=Columbus Vipers win 2023 PBA Championship |url=https://www.wtvm.com/2023/09/29/columbus-vipers-win-2023-pba-championship/ |work=WTVM Sports Leaded 9 |pages=1}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=April 1, 2024 |title=Columbus Vipers Clinch 2024 Winter Season Title |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/news/863133/Columbus-Vipers-clinch-2024-Winter-Season-title |website=US Basket}}</ref>. Additionally, the team boasts the honor of being crowned 5-time Southeast Regional Champions, further solidifying their status as a dominant force within the league.


The Columbus Ga Vipers are a professional basketball team based in Columbus, Georgia, competing in the Pro Basketball Association (PBA). The team participates in both the summer and winter seasons of the PBA, with home games held at the Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium in Columbus. The Vipers have consistently maintained a national ranking since the PBA's inception and have achieved notable success, including titles as the 2023 Summer Season and 2023-2024 Winter Season National Champions. They are also five-time Southeast Regional Champions.


== History == == History ==
The owner and previous head coach of the Columbus Ga Vipers, Angela Culliver, established the Vipers in September 2021, rebranding the Columbus Blackhawks and the Georgia Hornets into the powerhouse Columbus Ga Vipers<ref>{{Cite web |last=Armstrong |first=Dee |date=June 13, 2022 |title=Semi-professional basketball teams to come to Columbus |url=https://www.wtvm.com/2022/06/13/semi-professional-basketball-teams-come-columbus/ |website=WTVM}}</ref>. A separation between co-owners of the team sparked the rebranding of the Columbus Blackhawks. The Georgia Hornets competed in the Minor League Basketball Association (MLBA) in the summer 2018. Also, the team competed in the American Basketball Association (ABA) as the Columbus Blackhawks during the falls of 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 before the owners separated<ref>{{Cite news |last=Gierer |first=Larry |date=April 1, 2018 |title=Former Kendrick coach to lead Georgia Hornets |work=Ledger Enquirer |url=https://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/local/article207620474.html}}</ref>. The Vipers would compete year-round once the PBA announced the hosting of a summer and winter season. The organization competed in the PBA as the Columbus Blackhawks in the inaugural season. The current head coach of the Vipers is Dr. Tasha Mahone. The Columbus Georgia Vipers were founded in September 2021 by Angela Culliver, who restructured the Columbus Blackhawks and the Georgia Hornets into a single team<ref>{{Cite news |last=Armstrong |first=Dee |date=June 13, 2022 |title=Semi-professional basketball teams to come to Columbus |url=https://www.wtvm.com/2022/06/13/semi-professional-basketball-teams-come-columbus/ |access-date=April 20, 2024 |work=WTVM News Leader 9}}</ref>. This reorganization followed a split between the co-owners of the Columbus Blackhawks. Previously, the Georgia Hornets competed in the Minor League Basketball Association (MLBA) during the summer of 2018, while the Columbus Blackhawks played in the ] (ABA) from 2017 through 2020.

Following the rebranding, the Vipers transitioned to the Pro Basketball Association (PBA), initially competing as the Columbus Blackhawks during the league’s inaugural season. They later adopted the Columbus Georgia Vipers name and began competing year-round.

Dr. Tasha Mahone currently serves as the team's head coach.


==== 2021 Summer Season: ==== ==== 2021 Summer Season: ====
The Columbus Ga Vipers competed in the PBA as the Columbus Blackhawks before the rebranding to the current name. The Blackhawks finished Nationally Ranked at #3 during the inaugural season of the PBA and finished as Southeast Regional Champions defeating Music City Jazz 116-97 on September 5, 2021<ref>{{Cite web |title=COLUMBUS BLACKHAWKS DEFEAT MUSIC CITY IN THE SWEET 16 |url=https://pbaplayers.com/columbus-blackhawks-defeat-music-city-in-the-sweet-16/ |access-date=August 22, 2023}}</ref>. The Blackhawks fell short in the semi-finals of the Final Four in Dallas, Texas, losing to the New York Generals 114-97<ref>{{Cite web |last=PBA |title=NEW YORK GENERALS DEFEAT THE COLUMBUS BLACKHAWKS IN THE PBA EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL 114-97 |url=https://pbaplayers.com/new-york-generals-defeat-the-columbus-blackhawks-in-the-pba-eastern-conference-final-114-97/ |access-date=August 22, 2023 |website=PBA Family}}</ref>. The Columbus Blackhawks finished with a record of 12-3. In their first season in the PBA, the team competed as the Columbus Blackhawks. They finished the season ranked #3 nationally and won the Southeast Regional Championship with a 116-97 victory over the Music City Jazz<ref>{{Cite web |date=September 5, 2021 |title=COLUMBUS BLACKHAWKS DEFEAT MUSIC CITY IN THE SWEET 16 |url=https://pbaplayers.com/columbus-blackhawks-defeat-music-city-in-the-sweet-16/ |access-date=August 22, 2023 |website=PBAPlayers}}</ref>. Their season concluded in the Final Four semi-finals, where they were defeated by the New York Generals<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=September 23, 2021 |title=NEW YORK GENERALS DEFEAT THE COLUMBUS BLACKHAWKS IN THE PBA EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL 114-97 |url=https://pbaplayers.com/new-york-generals-defeat-the-columbus-blackhawks-in-the-pba-eastern-conference-final-114-97/ |access-date=August 22, 2023 |website=PBAPlayers}}</ref>. The team ended the season with a record of 12 wins and 3 losses.


==== 2022 Summer Season: ==== ==== 2022 Summer Season: ====
The Columbus Ga Vipers finished the season with a 12-1 record and again Southeast Regional Champions, defeating the Dothan Snipers 104-82<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Terrell |first=Chris |title=PBA Full Schedule |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/games-schedule.aspx?SectionID=367&League=1&Season=2022&LName=PBA |access-date=August 22, 2023 |website=USBasket}}</ref> to advance to the Final Four. For the second consecutive season, the Vipers fell short in the Final Four in Dallas, Texas, failing to punch their ticket to the National Championship. The Vipers were defeated by the NM Bluetails 86-97<ref name=":0" />. The Vipers would finish with an overall record of 12-2 and nationally ranked 3rd for the second consecutive season. During the 2022 summer season, the Vipers earned their second consecutive Southeast Regional Championship after defeating the Dothan Snipers 104-82<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Terrell |first=Chris |date=May 7, 2022 |title=PBA Full Schedule |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/games-schedule.aspx?SectionID=367&League=1&Season=2022&LName=PBA |access-date=August 22, 2023 |website=USBasket}}</ref>. Despite an impressive 12-1 regular season, they lost to the NM Bluetails in the Final Four, finishing with an overall record of 12 wins and 2 losses and maintaining a national ranking of #3<ref name=":0" />.


==== 2022-2023 Winter Season: ==== ==== 2022-2023 Winter Season: ====
The Vipers claimed their third Southeast Regional Championship during the winter season. Their notable victories included wins over teams such as the River Region Generals, Southwest Florida Blazers, and the Tennessee Speed<ref>{{Cite web |last=Boone |first=Triston |date=November 17, 2022 |title=The Columbus Vipers Defeat The River Region Generals On Opening Night |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/news/778640/The-Columbus-Vipers-Defeat-The-River-Region-Generals-On-Opening-Night |access-date=January 2, 2024 |website=USbasket}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Boone |first=Triston |date=December 13, 2022 |title=The Columbus Vipers Defeat The Tennessee Speed |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/news/783231/The-Columbus-Vipers-Defeat-The-Tennessee-Speed |access-date=January 6, 2023 |website=USbasket}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Boone |first=Triston |date=December 1, 2022 |title=The Columbus Vipers Defeat The Southwest Florida Blazers |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/news/781129/The-Columbus-Vipers-Defeat-The-Southwest-Florida-Blazers |access-date=March 5, 2023 |website=USBasket}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Boone |first=Triston |date=November 20, 2022 |title=Opening Week In The PBA - Results, News, & Players Of The Game |url=https://www.usbasket.com/PBA/news/779125/Opening-Week-In-The-PBA-Results-News-and-Players-Of-The-Game |access-date=April 28, 2024 |website=USBasket}}</ref>.. They advanced to the PBA National Championship game after defeating the KDC Bombers in the Final Four. However, they were defeated by Fort Worth F.I.R.M., concluding the season with a 16-2 record and a national ranking of #2. ]
The Vipers started the season with a chip on their shoulders, more determined to punch their ticket to the PBA National Championship. After winning the Southeast Regional Championship for the third consecutive season, the Vipers enter Dallas, Texas, on a mission. The Vipers made their first appearance in the national championship after defeating the KDC Bombers 121-101. The Reigning Champions Fort Worth F.I.R.M would dominate the Vipers in the national championship, leaving Texas as the PBA Eastern Conference Champions. The Vipers fail short of their overall objective, finishing the season with a 16-2 record and nationally ranked #2.


====== 2023 Summer Season: ======
]
During the 2023 PBA Summer Season, the Columbus Georgia Vipers aimed to demonstrate their ability to compete at the highest level. Under the leadership of head coach Dr. Tasha Mahone, the team underwent an intensive offseason preparation.


The Vipers concluded the regular season ranked first nationally, setting the stage for their postseason run. They secured a spot in the National Championship game after advancing through the playoffs<ref>{{Cite web |date=September 23, 2023 |title=Columbus Ga Vipers & PNW Vets set to play for the PBA By A&T Sports National Championship on Sunday 9/24/23 in Columbus Ga. |url=https://pbaplayers.com/columbus-ga-vipers-pnw-vets-set-to-play-for-the-pba-by-at-sports-national-championship-on-sunday-9-24-23-in-columbus-ga/ |archive-date= |access-date=April 28, 2024 |website=PBAPlayers}}</ref>. In the championship game, the Vipers defeated the PNW Vets with a final score of 116-110<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |date=September 25, 2023 |title=Columbus Ga Vipers Crowned National Champions as they defeat the PNW Vets 116-110. |url=https://pbaplayers.com/columbus-ga-vipers-crowned-national-champions-as-they-defeat-the-pnw-vets-116-110/ |access-date=April 28, 2024 |website=PBAPlayers}}</ref>. Key contributions came from Finals MVP Cornelius Thomas, Cortez Chaney, and Alquan Mendenhall. With this victory, the Vipers were crowned the 2023 PBA Summer Season National Champions<ref>{{Cite news |last=Costen |first=Micahya |date=April 19, 2024 |title=When They Succeed, I Win: Angela Culliver's Ongoing Journey to Success In Sports Management |url=https://couriernews.org/entertainment/when-they-succeed-i-win-angela-cullivers-ongoing-journey-to-success-in-sports-management/ |work=The Courier |pages=1}}</ref><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":5" />.
====== 2023 Summer Season ======

The Columbus Georgia Vipers enter the 2023 PBA Summer Season with a chip on their shoulders, fighting to prove themselves worthy of being crowned champions. The Vipers enter the off-season attacking workouts as Dr. Tasha Mahone steps into her new role as head coach. The Vipers finished the regular season nationally ranked number 1, again making it to the National Championship Game<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 23, 2023 |title=Columbus Ga Vipers & PNW Vets set to play for the PBA By A&T Sports National Championship on Sunday 9/24/23 in Columbus Ga. |url=https://pbaplayers.com/news/}}</ref>. The Vipers would defeat the PNW Vets 116-110, crowning them the 2023 PBA Summer Season National Champions after a stellar performance from Finals MVP Cornelius Thomas and Cortez Chaney<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 25, 2023 |title=Columbus Ga Vipers Crowned National Champions as they defeat the PNW Vets 116-110. |url=https://pbaplayers.com/news/}}</ref>.
===== 2023-2024 Winter Season: =====
]
The team’s success continued during the 2023-2024 winter season, as they completed a perfect 12-0 record. They won their second consecutive National Championship, bolstered by strong performances from players like Cortez Chaney, Yurmon Barnes, Anthony Daniels, and Alquan Mendenhall <ref name=":4" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=March 31, 2024 |title=Columbus Ga Vipers Crowned National Champions For A Second Consecutive Season |url=https://pbaplayers.com/columbus-ga-vipers-crowned-national-champions-for-a-second-consecutive-season/ |access-date=April 28, 2024 |website=PBAPlayers}}</ref>.

==== Notable Achievements ====
The Columbus Georgia Vipers have consistently performed at a high level since their establishment, securing multiple Southeast Regional Championships and two National Championships. The team’s ability to compete in both summer and winter seasons has solidified their position as a prominent competitor in the Pro Basketball Association.


== Television == == Television ==
The Columbus Ga Vipers basketball games are televised with play-by-play commentary on all smart devices (Roku, Amazon Fire, YouTube, IOS, and Android) through the PBATV app and YouTube channel<ref>{{Cite web |last=Terrell |first=Chris |title=PBA Family |url=https://pbaplayers.com/ |access-date=September 10, 2022}}</ref> Columbus Ga Vipers basketball games are available for viewing on streaming platforms such as Roku, Amazon Fire, YouTube, iOS, and Android through the PBATV app and YouTube channel.


== Championship Roster == == Championship Roster ==
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The Columbus Ga Vipers are a Professional Basketball Team.
Columbus Ga Vipers
200x
Founded2017
LeaguePBA
Team historyColumbus Blackhawks 2017-2021, Columbus Ga Viper 2021 - present
Based inColumbus, Ga
ArenaKenneth B. Walker Gymnasium, Columbus Civic Center
ColorsBlack, Purple
OwnerAngela Culliver
National championships2x (2023, 2023-2024)
Regional Championships5x (2021, 2022, 2022-2023, 2023, 2023-2024)
MascotViper

Columbus Ga Vipers are a professional basketball team headquartered in Columbus, Georgia, and are active participants in the Pro Basketball Association (PBA). Renowned for their consistent performance, the Vipers engage in year-round competition, featuring prominently in both the summer and winter seasons of the PBA. Home games for the Vipers are held at the esteemed Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium (KBW) located in Columbus, Ga. With a remarkable track record, the Vipers have maintained a national ranking since the inception of the PBA, culminating in their prestigious titles as the 2023 Summer Season and 2023-2024 Winter Season National Champions. Additionally, the team boasts the honor of being crowned 5-time Southeast Regional Champions, further solidifying their status as a dominant force within the league.


The Columbus Ga Vipers are a professional basketball team based in Columbus, Georgia, competing in the Pro Basketball Association (PBA). The team participates in both the summer and winter seasons of the PBA, with home games held at the Kenneth B. Walker Gymnasium in Columbus. The Vipers have consistently maintained a national ranking since the PBA's inception and have achieved notable success, including titles as the 2023 Summer Season and 2023-2024 Winter Season National Champions. They are also five-time Southeast Regional Champions.

History

The Columbus Georgia Vipers were founded in September 2021 by Angela Culliver, who restructured the Columbus Blackhawks and the Georgia Hornets into a single team. This reorganization followed a split between the co-owners of the Columbus Blackhawks. Previously, the Georgia Hornets competed in the Minor League Basketball Association (MLBA) during the summer of 2018, while the Columbus Blackhawks played in the American Basketball Association (ABA) from 2017 through 2020.

Following the rebranding, the Vipers transitioned to the Pro Basketball Association (PBA), initially competing as the Columbus Blackhawks during the league’s inaugural season. They later adopted the Columbus Georgia Vipers name and began competing year-round.

Dr. Tasha Mahone currently serves as the team's head coach.

2021 Summer Season:

In their first season in the PBA, the team competed as the Columbus Blackhawks. They finished the season ranked #3 nationally and won the Southeast Regional Championship with a 116-97 victory over the Music City Jazz. Their season concluded in the Final Four semi-finals, where they were defeated by the New York Generals. The team ended the season with a record of 12 wins and 3 losses.

2022 Summer Season:

During the 2022 summer season, the Vipers earned their second consecutive Southeast Regional Championship after defeating the Dothan Snipers 104-82. Despite an impressive 12-1 regular season, they lost to the NM Bluetails in the Final Four, finishing with an overall record of 12 wins and 2 losses and maintaining a national ranking of #3.

2022-2023 Winter Season:

The Vipers claimed their third Southeast Regional Championship during the winter season. Their notable victories included wins over teams such as the River Region Generals, Southwest Florida Blazers, and the Tennessee Speed.. They advanced to the PBA National Championship game after defeating the KDC Bombers in the Final Four. However, they were defeated by Fort Worth F.I.R.M., concluding the season with a 16-2 record and a national ranking of #2.

The Columbus Ga Vipers receiving the national championship trophy "The Pearl," named after legendary basketball player Earl "The Pearl" Monroe.
2023 Summer Season:

During the 2023 PBA Summer Season, the Columbus Georgia Vipers aimed to demonstrate their ability to compete at the highest level. Under the leadership of head coach Dr. Tasha Mahone, the team underwent an intensive offseason preparation.

The Vipers concluded the regular season ranked first nationally, setting the stage for their postseason run. They secured a spot in the National Championship game after advancing through the playoffs. In the championship game, the Vipers defeated the PNW Vets with a final score of 116-110. Key contributions came from Finals MVP Cornelius Thomas, Cortez Chaney, and Alquan Mendenhall. With this victory, the Vipers were crowned the 2023 PBA Summer Season National Champions.

2023-2024 Winter Season:
Columbus Ga Vipers 2023-2024 National Champions

The team’s success continued during the 2023-2024 winter season, as they completed a perfect 12-0 record. They won their second consecutive National Championship, bolstered by strong performances from players like Cortez Chaney, Yurmon Barnes, Anthony Daniels, and Alquan Mendenhall .

Notable Achievements

The Columbus Georgia Vipers have consistently performed at a high level since their establishment, securing multiple Southeast Regional Championships and two National Championships. The team’s ability to compete in both summer and winter seasons has solidified their position as a prominent competitor in the Pro Basketball Association.

Television

Columbus Ga Vipers basketball games are available for viewing on streaming platforms such as Roku, Amazon Fire, YouTube, iOS, and Android through the PBATV app and YouTube channel.

Championship Roster

2023 PBA Summer Season Columbus Ga Vipers roster
Players Coaches
Pos. No. Name Height Weight DOB From
F/C 0 United States Moody, Varyan 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 240 lb (109 kg) Chattahoochee Valley Community College
F 1 United States Hawkins, Marcel 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 215 lb (98 kg) LeMoyne–Owen
PG 2 United States White, Darrell 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) 170 lb (77 kg) Middle Georgia State
C/G 4 United States Chaney, Cortez 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 165 lb (75 kg) Enterprise State Community College
G/F 6 United States Thomas, Cornelius 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 175 lb (79 kg)
PG 8 United States Jackson, Tramauviance 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Chipola College
F 9 United States Barnes, Yurmon 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 220 lb (100 kg)
PG 10 United States Brown, Dre 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) 160 lb (73 kg)
SF 13 United States Pearce, Izell 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 175 lb (79 kg)
G 23 United States Mendenhall, Alquan 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) 195 lb (88 kg) West Alabama
G/F 24 United States Daniels, Anthony M. 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Davis & Elkins
G/F 25 United States King, Scheraun 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 205 lb (93 kg) Albany State
F 30 United States Paulding, Cameron 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 220 lb (100 kg) Columbus State
Head coach

Dr. Tasha Mahone


Legend
  • (DP) Unsigned draft pick
  • (FA) Free agent
  • (S) Suspended
  • Injured Injured
2023-2024 PBA Winter Season Columbus Ga Vipers roster
Players Coaches
Pos. No. Name Height Weight DOB From
F 1 United States Hawkins, Marcel 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 215 lb (98 kg) LeMoyne–Owen
PG 2 United States Hill, ZyTavian 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 180 lb (82 kg)
C/G 4 United States Chaney, Cortez 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 165 lb (75 kg) Enterprise State Community College
G/F 6 United States Thomas, Cornelius 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 175 lb (79 kg)
SF 7 United States Wiiliams, Zack 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 190 lb (86 kg) Concordia-Moorhead
G/F 8 United States Brown, Jalen 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Wiley
F 9 United States Barnes, Yurmon 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 220 lb (100 kg)
PG 10 United States Brown, Dre 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) 160 lb (73 kg)
PG 22 United States Jackson, Tramauviance 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Chipola College
G 23 United States Mendenhall, Alquan 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) 195 lb (88 kg) West Alabama
G/F 24 United States Daniels, Anthony M. 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Davis & Elkins
F 30 United States Paulding, Cameron 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 220 lb (100 kg) Columbus State
Head coach

Dr. Tasha Mahone


Legend
  • (DP) Unsigned draft pick
  • (FA) Free agent
  • (S) Suspended
  • Injured Injured

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