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2018–19 Women’s Basketball Team | The 2018–19 Lady Vikings delivered the most dominant season in Diablo Valley College women’s basketball history. Finishing 32–1, they captured back-to-back Big 8 Conference titles and capped the year with a historic CCCAA State Championship, rallying from a 16-point deficit to defeat Moorpark 68–61, the first women’s basketball state title in DVC history. Leading this remarkable run was Zahria Hendrix, the most decorated player in program history. She guided the Vikings to a Big 8 title while earning every major individual honor available, including Big 8 MVP, Big 8 and Northern California Player of the Year, CCCAA State Player of the Year, and State Tournament Finals MVP. Alongside her was sharpshooter Jahnay Anderson, one of the most prolific scorers in DVC history. Jahnay led the nation in three-pointers made, set national records with 16 threes in a single game and 162 in a season, and finished her DVC career with a 55–6 record. She earned All-Big 8, CCCAA All-State First Team, and State Finals All-Tournament Team honors before continuing her career at Arkansas–Pine Bluff. Another key contributor was Daisha Abdelkader, a two-time Big 8 Champion. She earned All-Big 8 and First Team CCCAA All-State honors and is tied as the winningest player in DVC history, later competing at Chico State. Rounding the highlights, Leilani Moncrease anchored the lineup, earning All-Big 8 and Third Team All-State recognition. Rounding out the starting five, Sierra Smith averaged 11.5 points per game, while Jasmine Kong contributed 11.7 points per game, delivering one of the championship game’s defining moments with back-to-back three-pointers. This squad's grit, composure, and sheer dominance elevated our women’s basketball program and even earned a special proclamation from the city of Pleasant Hill!

Brandon Adams – Men’s Basketball | From 2006 to 2008, Brandon Adams was a powerhouse for the Vikings, earning First Team All-Big 8 Conference honors both his freshman and sophomore seasons. As a freshman, he averaged 12.9 points and led the team in rebounding (7.9 rpg), blocked shots (1.5 bpg), and field goal percentage (.617). In his sophomore year, he elevated his game to lead DVC in scoring (13.4 ppg), rebounding (7.1 rpg), blocks (1.5 bpg), and efficiency (.564 FG%), earning Big 8 Conference MVP and First Team All-State honors. His talent helped the Vikings post an impressive 53-14 record over two seasons, capturing back-to-back Big 8 Conference championships. Brandon earned his AA degree at DVC and landed a scholarship to the University of Hawaii, where he played two more seasons and completed his bachelor’s degree. He then took his talents overseas, competing professionally in Europe before returning home. Today, Brandon gives back as a dedicated special education teacher, a coach at San Ramon Valley High School, and a proud husband and father of two.

Theresa Flores-Lowry – Women’s Softball Coach | From 1993 to 2007, Theresa led as head coach, compiling an impressive combined 392 wins and 180 losses in the Bay Valley, Big 7 and the Big 8 conferences, respectfully. Her teams earned 12 state playoff appearances and captured conference championships in 2000 and 2005 highlighted by a dominant 2000 season where the lady Vikings finished first in the conference and second in the NorCal/State playoffs building on a strong finish from the year before. Also, several players earned All-league, All-NorCal and All-State recognition. Eleven athletes earned Softball Scholarships to 4-year schools, one player went on to play professional softball in Europe and many earned college degrees and are contributing members in their communities. Two of her standout players, pitcher Angela Graham, and catcher Lindsay Azevedo-Cendejas have been inducted into this very Hall of Fame, a testament to her ability to develop elite talent. Theresa's excellence earned her conference Coach of the Year honors in 1994, 2001, and 2005 in each of the three conferences in which she coached (Bay Valley, Big 7 and Big 8) Theresa inspired young women to grow as athletes and people with her tough, yet caring coaching style pushing players until they realized their true potential. In addition to coaching, she also served as a kinesiology instructor from 1993 to 2020 and served on the DVC Academic Senate for 15+ years. Theresa didn't just build winning teams, she built resilient, confident women who carry her lessons for life.

Jack Dress – Baseball | Born in 1928, Jack’s early life was marked by hardship. Orphaned at a young age, he learned self-reliance early and found opportunity, purpose, and belonging through the game of baseball. His talent carried him to a tryout with the Chicago Cubs in 1945 and later into the independent Iowa Leagues. Though an injury ended his professional playing career, baseball never stopped shaping who he was. Jack went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force, where he played for the championship level Keesler Air Force Base Tarpons, a team that advanced to the 1951 NBC World Series. That experience ultimately led him, as a 27-year-old veteran, to East Contra Costa Junior College, today’s Diablo Valley College. From 1956 to 1957, Jack was a standout catcher for the Vikings. Batting cleanup, he earned a place in the elite “.400 Club,” received athletic letters, and was honored with the Norseman Award in 1957. More than his statistics, Jack brought maturity, leadership, and integrity to the field. Off the field, he was just as memorable mentoring fellow students and even entertaining the campus with an Elvis performance at a college variety show. Perhaps Jack’s most lasting contribution to DVC came through service. As chair of the student naming committee, he led the effort that officially renamed our campus Diablo Valley College, a student-driven decision that forever shaped the college’s identity and reflected his deep belief in leadership and civic responsibility. After DVC, Jack continued a lifetime of service as a Deputy County Coroner, volunteer, coach, fundraiser, and tireless advocate for youth and athletics throughout Contra Costa County. He passed away in 1993.

Julia Gonzalez – Cross Country / Track & Field | From 2018 to 2020, Julia was the distance queen of the Vikings' cross country and track & field programs, delivering performances fueled by grit, determination, and sheer talent. In cross country, she made DVC history with back-to-back Big 8 Conference individual championships winning in 2018 with a time of 19:21.7 and defending her title in 2019 in 18:37.3. She followed that with back-to-back Northern California Regional titles, winning in Redding at Shasta college in 2018 (19:25.5) and again at Toro Park in Salinas in 2019 (18:21.1). Her standout seasons earned her All-American honors twice: an 8th-place finish at the 2018 CCCAA State Championships (18:37.8) and 13th in 2019. This rare "double-double" of consecutive conference and regional crowns places Julia among just four women in Northern California Community College history to achieve such a feat. On the track, Julia's success continued. In 2019, she claimed the Big 8 Conference championship in the 5000m with a winning time of 18:38.80, placed 3rd at the NorCal Championships (18:36.45), and finished 8th at the CCCAA State meet (18:36.46). In the shortened 2020 season, before COVID halted competition, she posted one of the fastest 5000m times in the state with an 18:36.63. Julia's achievements not only raised the bar for the Viking women’s distance program but inspired everyone around her with her hard work and determination.

Kelsey Leonard – Swimming | Kelsey’s impact on DVC was nothing short of extraordinary. She was named Big 8 Swimmer of the Year in both 2014 and 2015, and in those same years earned the distinction of CCCAA State Championship Most Valuable Swimmer, an honor reserved for truly elite competitors. In 2014, Kelsey led the Vikings to a CCCAA State Championship, delivering a performance that remains a force to be reckoned with. She won three individual events and four relay events, setting four state records in the process. Her ability to elevate both her individual performance and the success of her team defined her collegiate career. In 2015, she served as team captain, leading by example in and out of the pool. Even today, Kelsey’s name is etched throughout the record books. She remains a CCCAA State record holder in the 200 Freestyle and the 400 Medley Relay, and holds multiple DVC records, including two relays, the 200 and 500 Freestyle, and the 100 and 200 Butterfly. She continues to rank in the top five all-time CCCAA performances across numerous freestyle, butterfly, and relay events. Just as impressive was her commitment in the classroom. Kelsey’s 3.85 GPA earned her All-State academic status while at DVC, a testament to her discipline and drive. She went on to receive a swimming scholarship to UC Santa Barbara, continuing her success at the next level. Today, Kelsey channels that same dedication into a life of service as a trauma/emergency room nurse and flight nurse and is currently completing a dual Master’s degree in health and business administration (MBA/MHA), proving that excellence, leadership, and compassion define her both as an athlete and as a professional.

Darin Maggard – Track & Field | Competing in track and field from 1985 to 1986, Darin quickly established himself as one of the premier throwers in the state. He was a conference champion in both the shot put and discus in 1985 and 1986 and consistently rose to the occasion against top competition. In 1985, he finished runner-up in Northern California in the shot put and third in the discus. The following year, Darin placed second in Northern California and went on to earn a second-place finish at the CCCAA State Championships in the shot put, along with a fifth-place state finish in the discus. His performances set a standard of excellence that included school records in both events. Darin’s success at DVC earned him a full athletic scholarship to Washington State University, where he continued to compete at the highest level. In 1988, he became a PAC-10 finalist in the shot put and later graduated from WSU with a Bachelor of Arts degree. After athletics, Darin devoted his life to public service. From 1991 to 1998, he served as a Contra Costa County Deputy Sheriff and SWAT team member, and from 1998 to 2019, he protected communities nationwide as a Special Agent with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration. In recognition of his outstanding work, he was named DEA Special Agent of the Year for the San Diego Field Division in 2007. Darin Maggard’s journey reflects the very mission of Diablo Valley College, developing champions in sport, scholarship, and service by inspiring, educating, and empowering students to transform their lives and their communities. 

Marion Thurmond – Men’s Basketball | Marion arrived at Diablo Valley College in the fall of 1998, ready to make his mark. As a freshman, he stepped right into the starting lineup, averaging 11.4 points per game and helping lead the Vikings to the Bay Valley Conference championship and a thrilling run to the California Community College Final 8. In his sophomore season of 1999-2000, he elevated his game to another level, earning First Team All-State honors while powering the Vikings to an outstanding 26-win season. His rebounding, shot-blocking, and efficient scoring were the heartbeat of that team. Those two remarkable years at DVC not only earned Marion his Associate of Arts degree but also a well-deserved scholarship to San José State University. There, over two seasons with the Spartans in the highly competitive Western Athletic Conference, he started nearly every game, culminating in a senior year where he led the entire conference in field goal percentage. He finished his Division I career averaging nearly 9 points and 6 rebounds per game, and to this day, he shares the single-game rebounding record at SJSU's home arena with an unforgettable 19-board performance. Yet, as impressive as Marion's accomplishments on the court are, his story doesn't end with basketball. After graduating from San José State, he answered a higher calling by joining the United States Navy, where he served with distinction, specializing in information technology. Following his military service, Marion pursued a new path in healthcare earning his nursing degree, followed by an MSN in nursing. Today, he gives back every day as a dedicated nursing educator in California's Central Valley, shaping the next generation of caregivers with the same discipline, heart, and resilience he brought to the game.