Carl Arts

Carl Arts is in his first summer working on the NBC Camps staff. He has just recently finished up his fourth and final season with the University of Alaska Anchorage Division II Seawolves. This past season, Carl led the Seawolves to a 29-6 record and a final four appearance at the NCAA Division II tournament leading his team in scoring, rebounding, and steals. This year Carl was named an NABC 1st Team All-American, 1st Team All-West Region, 1st Team All-Tournament at the West Regional Tournament, 1st Team All-Conference, and All-Tournament Team at the prestigious Division I Great Alaska Shootout, leading the tournament in rebounding. He is UAA's third leading all-time scorer and rebounder, and is in UAA's all-time top 10 in 12 different categories. His major is Physical Education and he plans to pursue a career of playing professional basketball in Europe. Carl states, "I am very excited to use my talents to help kids improve their skills and reach their potential in basketball. I am looking forward to this opportunity and working with an experienced staff."

Rebecca Kielpinski

2007-08: Leading scorer (12.7 ppg), rebounder (8.9 rpg), shot-blocker (2.0 bpg) for Seawolf team that posted best record in school history (30-5) and advanced to the NCAA Semifinals for the first time ever ... chosen Second Team All-America by Women’s Division II Bulletin... named honorable mention All-American by WBCA ... repeated as Great Northwest Athletic Conference Player of the Year, sharing honor with Seattle Pacific’s Jackie Hollands ... earned First Team All-GNAC honors for second consecutive season ... voted First Team All-West Region by both coaches (WBCA) and sports information directors (Daktronics) ... earned second straight Carrs/Safeway Great Alaska Shootout Most Outstanding Player award after leading Seawolves to second straight championship ... made All-Tournament Teams at West Regional Championships and Glacier Classic ... earned GNAC Player of the Week honors after Shootout performance, setting GNAC women’s hoops record with her 7th career POW award ... earned two honorable mention POW nods ... led GNAC in rebounding and double-doubles (12) for third straight year, and paced league in blocks for first time ... other GNAC ranks included 7th in scoring, 6th in FG% (.511), 15th in assists (2.3 apg) and 16th in minutes (28.3 mpg)

Lonnie Ridgeway

2007-08: Saw action in 31 games, averaging 2.3 points and 1.3 rebounds for Seawolf team that posted best record in school history (29-6), won Great Northwest Athletic Conference, and advanced to NCAA Semifinals ... scored 8 points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3FG) and dished 2 assists in 95-90 2OT win at 11th-ranked BYU-Hawaii ... had 8 points, 7 assists, 3 assists, 0 turnovers and 3 steals in win over Texas-Permian Basin (Dec. 7) ... other top outings included 6 points and 5 rebounds in home win over MSU Billings; 4 points (2-4 FG) and 4 rebounds in home win over Western Oregon that clinched GNAC title; and 5 points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3FG) in home win over 23rd-ranked NW Nazarene.

Kenneth Barker

BEFORE UAA: Was 3-year starter at UAA arch-rival Alaska Fairbanks, earning Second Team All-Great Northwest Athletic Conference honors as a junior in 2006-07 ... GNAC’s 7th-leading scorer in ’06-07 at 16.0 ppg, shooting 45.7 percent from the field and 82.8 percent on free throws ... ranked second on Nanooks in rebounding (6.1 rpg) and assists (2.5 apg).

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time team MVP and All-Harbor League selection at Clairemont High ... named Harbor League Player of the Year after averaging 27 points as a senior in 2003-04 ... led CHS to 2003 Harbor League title ... lettered 4 years in basketball and once in football.

Kelsey Dillon

NAIA DIVISION 1 CALIFORNIAN COLLEGE COACH COMING TO NBC UAA GIRL'S TEAM CAMP

Kelsey Dillon, head women's basketball coach at San Diego Christian College, will join UAA's highly successful Coach Tim Moser as featured coaches at NBC's 26th annual camp in Alaska.

Coach Dillon had great accomplishments when she played for the Azusa Pacific University Women's basketball program; she was a 2005 NAIA All-American, 2003 GSAC Defensive Player of the Year, Team Captain, and a 2005 GSAC All Conference Player.

Players attending the camp will have the opportunity to have very successful coaches watch them play. The wonderful thing for Alaskan basketball players is that they don't have to fly to the lower 48 to gain exposure. NBC Camps brings exposure to you. Over 30 Alaskan teams will be at NBC UAA Girl's team camps.

Angela Gimeno

Angela Gimeno is a pre-med major hoping to be involved in Athletic Training or medical studies. She has been with NBC since 1999, where she was involved in the first VA started in Spokane and has continued to coach as a Master Teacher at the Washington and Montana sites. In 2004 she was a part of the NAIA final four and has valued the life skills and basketball training of NBC. “NBC camp provides an outstanding atmosphere to learn, grow and have fun with kids. It has given me the tools I need to be successful in life. I love coaching and teaching basketball. NBC camps have given me a great opportunity to give back to the campers and be a part of the special journey of sports in their lives.”

Kellan Moll

Kellan Moll graduated from Grace Christian School where he played varsity basketball for four years. Kellan was the South Central Conference MVP for the 2007 and 2008 seasons. He is attending Seattle Pacific University next year, where he will be playing for the Men's Basketball Program. Kellan is working for NBC for his second consistent summer. Kellen says the he "went to NBC Camps for five years as a camper. Now, I am excited to be able to give kids the same opportunity I had. It is a place to get better as a basketball player and a person."

Mike Giles

Mike Giles was born and raised in Anchorage, AK. He graduated in '87 from Bartlett High School in Anchorage, AK and has refereed Alaskan basketball since '90. Mike's first NBC camp experience was in '86. Looking back on his time with NBC, Mike states, "The single most influential life experience I had was my European NBC Tour. NBC Camps helped me develop a confidence that has shaped my life. How's my P.M.A. (Positive Mental Attitude?) BOY AM I ENTHUSIASTIC!!" Mike has proven himself to be an asset to NBC-APU. He works hard as a father of four and in his pursuit of a math teaching degree for high school. To sum up Mike Giles in two words: Pure Heart.

Shirin Turujman

Shirin comes to us from Fresno Pacific University located in central California. She just wrapped up her sophomore year were she was one of the most feared defenders in the league and one of the main contributors to the team. As one of the leaders of her team and a natural ability to work with youth, we very much looking forward to her presence at camp. Concerning her upcoming introduction to the world of NBC, Shirin says, "As an athlete and a student of the game I am so excited for the opportunity to help improve the skills of those who are aspiring to be the best they can be both on and off the court. I am thrilled to get the chance to help in the process of guiding these athletes to their maximum potential, while also getting the chance to improve my weaknesses and better my strengths through the help of those around me."

Jessica Torrecillas

Jessica is a first time coach for NBC Camps this year. She went to Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose, CA where she played on the varsity team for 3 years. While in high school, Jessica was on the all-league and all-regional teams her junior & senior year. She currently attends and plays basketball at Fresno Pacific University in California where she is planning on pursuing a degree in Psychology. Last year as a freshman she received the Rookie of the Year award for her team. Jessica says that she is “so excited to get involved with NBC Camps. Their attention to detail and passion for the game of basketball & their campers sets them apart from other camps. What I like best about NBC Camps is the emphasis on developing life skills through the game which is the most important & applicable part of sports. This will be an amazing opportunity to share my knowledge with the campers and also feed off the other coaches & learn from them!”

Jason Tauriainen

Jason is a multi sport athlete from Nikiski High school. He graduated from Nikiski High School in 1990. Went to Northwest College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Literature, and a minor in educational ministries. Jason has been involved in coaching youth for 18 years. A big part of this is coaching is with his three great kids. He is currently an assistant coach for Nikiski High School, and is very proud to be a part of the Nikiski Girls Basketball Program. Jason started working at NBC camps last year and loved the atmosphere, the coaches, and the campers. "I use sports to coach life. What you put into it is what you are going to get out of it. If you go in half way you will only get half a life. If you put everything into it, your life will be full. Remember to start out by picking a great coach. If you want my advice I recommend Jesus. Sweat, skills, and character is what NBC is about."

Daniel Pearson

Daniel Pearson started his employment with NBC two summers ago as a junior coach. He impressed the NBC-RMC staff with his passion for basketball and ability to teach campers despite being the same age as several PAC 10 guys. He came back last year as a full fledged coach and was a true asset to the NBC experience in Billings, MT. Daniel will graduate from Billings Central this May and is considering a college career in Helena, MT. He will join the Carroll Saints' roster this upcoming fall. Dan states, "NBC is a combination of two wonderful things in my life, basketball and faith. On the basketball side, NBC stresses discipline, fundamentals and outworking the person next to you at all times, all values that have helped get me where I am at today. Even more important than basketball is the faith aspect in which coaches attempt to lead youth to Christ through basketball. NBC stresses morals, community and doing what is right always, more values that have led to where I am today. NBC has made an everlasting impact on my life and I am forever grateful for the opportunities it has provided." Dan led his team to the Class A Divisional Championship with a career-high 31 points and sunk 14 of 15 free-throws. Dan has an amazing personality and is a person to learn much from. NBC-APU is excited to welcome him to the staff for his first Alaskan summer!

Jennifer Wellman - Certified Athletic Trainer

Jennifer has been with NBC Camps for over five years, first as a camper, then a coach, and now as an athletic trainer. She graduated from the University of Montana-Missoula with a bachelors in Athletic Training and a Masters in Sport Psychology. She is currently the athletic trainer at a local high school in Missoula. Jennifer has a passion to see kids grow in their ability of the game of basketball and in life. Blisters, bandaids, tape, coughdrops, even crutches she has it all. Jennifer states, “NBC camps provide a positive environment where individuals are pushed to give their all, both on the basketball court and in the game of life. The opportunity to work with kids, while they are learning about basketball and their Savior while having fun, is a great and exciting adventure. I feel privileged to be a part of the NBC experience.” The entire staff feels entirely blessed to have Jenn taking care of them. Thanks, Jenn!