Sarah Buckingham Basketball Introduction 2013-2015

Recommended by  Mike Mitro: Mitro_m@surreyschools.ca (LTSS Basketball Director)

 "Sarah has been the oncourt leader of her team ever since arriving at Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary. She is a special player and gifted athlete who works hard to better herself both on the court and off. In addition to being her senior girls basketball MVP, top scorer, leader in steals & assists and made the most 3 pointers, she also was the schools athlete of the year and top leadership student. She would be an ideal candidate for college teams looking for a versitile athlete and creative scorer" 

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Contact: sarahbuckingham96@gmail.com
Phone:  778-870-4320
Home Phone:  604-576-7498
Address: 6359 187a Street, Surrey, BC, V3S7W2
 
High School Class:  2014
High School: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary
High School GPA:  3.90
Position:  Point Guard/Shooting Guard
Height:  5' 8"
Weight:  140 lbs
Date of Birth:  July 6, 1996

University: University of Northern British Coumbia 
University League:  Canadian Interuniversity Sports (CIS)
Position:  Shooting Guard/Wing Guard
University GPA:  3.43
University Major: General Studies (transferring to Kinesiology or Education) 

Thank You for taking the time to review my profile and videos.  My name is Sarah Buckingham and I have just completed my 1st season with the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), participating in the Explorer division of the Canada West Universities Athletic Association Conference in the Canadian Interuniversity Sports league (CIS).  

During my first season at UNBC I played in all 20 league games, starting in 8 and ended the season with an average playing time of 17.8 mins, and finished 4th in scoring for my team.  My season highlights include scoring 24 points (5 assists, 33 mins) against division rivals University of Fraser Valley.  I have been the starting point guard/shooting guard on my high school team as well as my club team, AthElite Basketball Academy.  I have been awarded the MVP for my high school team the past 5 seasons and I received my High School's 2013/2014 Grade 12 Female Athlete of the year & 2013/2014 overall Outstanding Female Athlete of the year.  In 2012/2013 I was awarded the Grade 11 Female Athlete of the year, 2012/2013 overall Outstanding Female Athlete of the year and our schools 2012/2013 Panther Spirit Award (for excellence in sport, leadership, school service, character & dedication).   I consider myself to be a team player and I go into every game and practice with a strong work ethic. I thrive in a competitive environment and I love being faced with a challenge.  

As a student, I graduated with Honours from Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary and currently have a 3.75 GPA in my first years studies at the University of Northern British Columbia. 

As a college athlete I hope to gain more knowledge about the game and to continually improve my skills. Most importantly, I want to make a difference on my team, doing everything it takes to make us successful. I want to be challenged which, in turn, will help me become the best possible player while keeping up with my studies. I am interested in both kinesiology and education and I hope to study one of these areas at college. 

My High School coach Gary Pawluk can be contacted at garypawluk@shaw.ca
My High School Club coach Sarah Mckay can be contacted at sarah@athelitebasketball.com. 

Sarah Buckingham
 #5 UNBC, #15 AthElite, LTSS

UPDATE February 2015: Highlights and full game video links from the 2014/2015 UNBC Timberwolves CIS Season can be found just below the coaches comments and transcript information. 

COACHES COMMENTS (please see entries below from the following people)

  Gary Pawluk:  Head Coach, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary, Sr. Girls 
  Sarah Mckay:  Head Coach, AthElite Basketball Academy   
  Aman Heran:  Director, AthElite Basketball Academy
  Dave Nebor:   Teacher/coach, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary, surrey school district

Full Game video for 2014/2015 University of Northern British Columbia can be found here: 
http://www.canadawest.org/sports/wbkb/2014-15/schedule?teamId=bshq022hf0qtdy2t

Current High School & University Transcript Information can be found here: TRANSCRIPT

Full Games High School Videos can be found below from my 2012-2014 high school seasons and 2013 US Summer Tournaments.   

Coaches Comments: Gary Pawluk, Head Coach, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary Sr. Girls

(rating out of 10, 10 = Excellent, 5 = Average, 1 = Poor)

Contact

Gary Pawluk: garypawluk@shaw.ca

Recommender Title

Senior Girls Basketball Coach

Recommender Organization

Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary 

Athletic Ability (rate)

9

Leadership (rate)

9

Team Player (rate)

10

Easy To Work With (rate)

10

Playing Ability (comment)

Sarah played the one spot ( point guard ) for us the past two years , but she is best suited for the two spot ( shooting guard ) at the post secondary level. This helped her immensely in developing and improving her ball handling and leadership skills. Sarah is a very keen competitor, on many occasions not coming off the floor for the entire game. She is a very confident skilled shooter, both 3 pointers and mid range jumpers ,that can catch and shoot very well or show and go (drive ) to create and get to the rim. Sarah was our leading scorer and has a high basketball acumen to make her the player she is. Sarah will be a terrific asset to any team she plays on.

Personality (comment)

Sarah is kind and considerate teammate with a high competitive nature. She wants to improve and understand concepts and strategies within the game to make herself better. She will help and do whatever she can to make her team better. I gave her several challenges this year which she met or exceeded.   

Coaches Comments: Sarah Mckay, Head Coach, AthElite Basketball Academy

10 = Excellent, 5 = Average, 1 = Poor

Contact

Sarah Mckay, sarah@athelitebasketball.com

Recommender Title

Head Coach

Recommender Organization

AthElite Basketball Academy

Athletic Ability

10

Leadership

8

Team Player

10

Easy To Work With

10

Playing Ability

Sarah's quickness and foot speed is a huge attribute to her defensive ability and speed off the dribble. She can contain opponents one on one full court, possession after possession. She is long and has a very quick reaction time. She has great aerobic and anaerobic stamina which allows her to compete at full speed for large periods of time.

Personality

Sarah is very friendly and kind, and is a great team mate. She is a silent competitor and leads through example on the floor. Sarah is a pleasure to coach and responds well to challenges. She is a great listener and when she is focused has the ability to make instant changes to situations when asked. Her verbal leadership is developing more and more every game and practice as she realizes how important it is to her team mates to lead by example as well as hold herself and others accountable.

Coaches Comments: Aman Heran, Director, AthElite Basketball Academy

10 = Excellent, 5 = Average, 1 = Poor

Contact

Aman Heran, aman@athelitebasketball.com

Recommender Title

Director

Recommender Organization

AthElite Basketball Academy

Athletic Ability

9

Leadership

8

Team Player

8

Easy To Work With

10

Playing Ability

Sarah is a very athletic 2 guard with a great mid range game. She has the ability as a PG as well but has a scorers mentality. Sarah is a great on ball defender who runs the floor in transition extremely well.

Personality

Sarah is a team oriented player who works well with all her teammates. Her priority is to win and willing to do whatever it takes as long as it benefits the team. Sarah would be a tremendous asset to any program.

 

Coaches Comments: Dave Nebor, Teacher/Coach, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary

10 = Excellent, 5 = Average, 1 = Poor

Contact

Dave Nebor, Nebor_d@surreyschools.ca

Recommender Title

teacher, coach

Recommender Organization

surrey school district

Athletic Ability

10

Leadership

9

Team Player

10

Easy To Work With

10

Playing Ability

A very versatile athlete who is excellent in volleyball, track and basketball. Great stamina, speed and agility with a fierce competitive spirit.

Personality

Lovely young lady. She is friendly, easy to work with and never complains. She has the personality of a true point guard - unselfish, determined and displays great leadership.

 

UNBC Timbervolves vs UFV Cascades Final Home Games: Highlights

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Friday Feb 6, 2015

UNBC fought hard tonight but in the end fell to UVF Cascades 88-75 in a fun game that showcased some of the future players for UNBC.  Sarah had another strong game coming off the bench tonight. Although she was not mentioned in tonights official recap, she finished with 17mins of floor time and 9 points.   

Full GAME VIDEO, STATS & RECAP of tonights game can be found here:  http://www.canadawest.org/sports/wbkb/2014-15/schedule?teamId=bshq022hf0qtdy2t

 

 

Saturday Feb 7, 2015
(Published on Feb 10, 2015 - CKPGTV)

UNBC welcomed UFV to the Northern Sport Centre, as they hosted their final home weekend of the season with the year winding down. The women's team is getting better by the week, as a ton of first and second years are receiving a lot of playing time. Saturday marked the final home game for 5th year's Kellieann Floyt and Sarah Robin. (couple of nice highlights of Sarah are shown)

UNBC versus MacEwan Griffins: Buckingham with 11 points off the bench

PRINCE GEORGE, BC – The MacEwan University Griffins swept the series 4-0 against the UNBC Timberwolves after a 75-62 win on Saturday night. The Griffins improve to 12-4 while the Timberwolves drop to 2-14. 

The Griffins were led by fourth year forward Kelly Fagan (Vancouver, BC) with 22 points and seven rebounds. Kendall Lyndon (Chehalis, WA) complimented Fagan's performance with 20 points and nine assists of her own.

The Timberwolves were once again led by Vasiliki Louka (Athens, GRE) who scored a team high 13 points and eight rebounds. Rookie guard Sarah Buckingham (Surrey, BC) had a strong outing off the bench providing energy and hustle contributing to her 11 points. 

Just like the previous outing, both teams came out hot, with both teams shooting 45% from the field. Kelly Fagan (Vancouver, BC) dropped 11 points in the opening quarter, and dominated the glass with five rebounds. The Timberwolves spread the ball around, and managed points from both the bench and starters. The Griffins pulled away in the second quarter thanks to a 12-0 run. Lyndon netted eight of her 20 points in the second quarter alone while Fagan led scoring at half with 17 points. Heading into the break the Griffins controlled the game with a 44-29 lead.

Louka was strong in the second half for the Timberwolves netting seven points in the third quarter. Even with the Twolves pushing the pace the Griffins were able to hold their lead. Outscoring UNBC in all but the final quarter. In the end the Griffins came out on top with a 75-62 final over the Timberwolves.

The MacEwan University Griffins return home to host the UBC Okanagan Heat in a double header February 6-7. 

The UNBC Timberwolves host their final home games of the season next weekend when they host the UFV Cascades.

Full GAME VIDEO, STATS & RECAP of tonights game can be found here:
http://www.canadawest.org/sports/wbkb/2014-15/schedule?teamId=bshq022hf0qtdy2t

UNBC versus Mount Royal Cougars

Prince George, BC - The Timberwolves fought a closely contested game Friday night at the Northern Sport Centre. The Mount Royal Cougars defeated the UNBC Timberwolves 60-59 in Canada West women's basketball action. The Timberwolves fall to 0-5 while the Cougars advance to 2-3.

Cougars guard Jayla Verney led the Cougars with 28 points and reeked havoc for the Timberwolves with four steals. The Cougars took their first lead of the game after a successfully converted And-1 by Candice Buckett with seven minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. The Timberwolves Vasiliila Louka scored a career high 18 points, and had a strong outing defensively with 14 rebounds and three blocks.

The Cougars trailed for the majority of the game, it took a strong second half defensively to level the game and eventually pull ahead. The Cougars showed great composure throughout the dying minutes of the game, coming back with 48 seconds remaining to break the deadlock and go ahead by one. Cougars guard Jayla Verney, drew two free throws off a strong drive off a solid pick from Yasmene Saghir. Jayla converted both efforts and gave the Cougars the 60-59 lead. With 48 seconds remaining, the Cougars were able to hold off a late push from the Timberwolves, after Tyleigha Nelson intercepted the Timberwolves inbound with two seconds remaining.

The UNBC Timberwolves started the game strong, feeding off guard play between Sarah Robin and Sarah Buckingham. The two guards showed exceptional playmaking ability as they fed the Timberwolves forwards in the paint, as well as converting a combined 20 points. The Cougars found it extremely difficult to deal with the size and strength of the Timberwolves forwards, but in the end the Cougars would hold on for a 60-59 final.

Both the MRU Cougars and the UNBC Timberwolves return to action again tomorrow night at the Northern Sports Centre. The game is set to tipoff at 5 p.m. and will be streamed live at canadawest.tv.

Full GAME VIDEO, STATS & RECAP of tonights game can be found here:
http://www.canadawest.org/sports/wbkb/2014-15/schedule?teamId=bshq022hf0qtdy2t

UNBC versus UFV Cascades: Buckingham game-high 24 points!

The University of the Fraser Valley women's basketball team buckled down on defence in the second half on Friday, en route to an 83-57 victory over the UNBC Timberwolves in their regular season home opener.

The Cascades led 26-14 at the end of the first quarter, but the T-Wolves responded in the second, outscoring the hosts 26-21 in the frame. UFV got a buzzer-beating jump shot from Shayna Litman to take a 47-40 lead into the break.

  

 

 

Full GAME VIDEO, STATS & RECAP of tonights game can be found here:
http://www.canadawest.org/sports/wbkb/2014-15/schedule?teamId=bshq022hf0qtdy2t

The third quarter was all Cascades, though – they limited the T-Wolves to just seven points while scoring 19 themselves, and cruised to victory from there.

Sarah Wierks and Nataliia Gavryliuk scored 18 points apiece for the Cascades, while Litman (16 points), Katie Brink (10) and Celeste Dyck (nine) also chipped in offensively.

Rookie Sarah Buckingham racked up a game-high 24 points for the Timberwolves, while Cassie Rerick scored 11.

UNBC shot 60 per cent from the field in the first half, but the Cascades limited them to 26.1 per cent after halftime.

UFV (3-0) and UNBC (0-3) renew hostilities on Saturday evening at 5 p.m. at the Envision Athletic Centre.

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UNBC Women’s Basketball PREASON NEWS ROUNDUP

2014/2015 University of British Columbia Timberwolves Women's Basketball Team

Back: Stacey Graham, Carly Corrado, Emily Aase, Vasiliki Louka, Jasprit Nijjar, Kellieanne Fluit, Sarah Robin
Front: Isabelle Bourque, Cassie Rerick, Kylie Pozniak, Sarah Buckingham, Hannah Pudlas, Mavia Nijjer, Nicole Boon

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UNBC Women's Basketball Ready To Lean On Youth
Published on Oct 31, 2014
The UNBC basketball season is one week away, and the Women’s team is looking to rebuild in a hurry, after saying goodbye to 4 key seniors this offseason. That’s never an easy task at the CIS level, but the roster is full of young talent looking to make an impact for the Timberwolves.

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UNBC Women's Basketball Signs Two Recruits for Upcoming Season
Published on Mar 27, 2014
The UNBC Women's Basketball season is months away, but the work never stops for the Timberwolves. The team had to say goodbye to some key contributors, in the form of 4 graduating seniors. They are hard at work recruiting players including two girls who have committed to suit up in the green and gold next season.

LTSS vs Fleetwood Park: Fraser Valley Championships, February 20, 2014

LTSS vs. Fleetwood February 11, 2014

LTSS vs Fleetwood Park February 6, 2014

Game: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (Green) versus Fleetwood Park (White)
Location: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary  
Final Score: LTSS 50 - Fleetwood 42
Sarah Buckingham #15 (Green)

Game 1 of their season home and away series, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary came away with a  much needed win against Fleetwood Park to secure a berth in the Fraser Valley Championships in 2 weeks.  LTSS lead through each quarter, and received balanced scoring and throughout the team.  After a big push by Fleetwood in the remaining 5 mins to bring the game back, LTSS pulled away down the final 1.5 mins to complete the win.   Sarah ended the game with 18 points (3/5 three pointer shots), 7 rebounds and 4 steals. 

*note: video can be viewed in HD quality, for slower connections please scroll your mouse over the HD symbol in the bottom right hand corner to turn HD off (the video will load faster). 

LTSS vs Holy Cross February 4, 2014

Game: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (White) versus Holy Cross (Red)
Location: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary  
Final Score: LTSS 36 - Holy Cross 79
Sarah Buckingham #15 (White)

Game 2 of their season home and away series, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary lost to Provincial #2 ranked Holy Cross Secondary.  After LTSS lead for the first 5 mins of play, Holy Cross took the game over and by the end of the 1st quarter never looked back.  Sarah end the game with 18 points (3/4 three pointer shots), 4 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals. 

*note: video can be viewed in HD quality, for slower connections please scroll your mouse over the HD symbol in the bottom right hand corner to turn HD off (the video will load faster). 

Michelle Bos (right) of Surrey's Holy Cross Crusaders, stays with Sarah Buckingham of crosstown rival and host Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers on Tuesday evening during senior girls Triple A basketball game won 79-39 by the Crusaders. (Photo -- Howard Tsum…

Michelle Bos (right) of Surrey's Holy Cross Crusaders, stays with Sarah Buckingham of crosstown rival and host Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers on Tuesday evening during senior girls Triple A basketball game won 79-39 by the Crusaders. (Photo -- Howard Tsumura, PNG, The Province Sports Blog)

LTSS vs Elgin Park January 27, 2014

Game: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (White) versus Elgin Park (Dark Blue)
Location: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary  
Final Score: LTSS 54 - Elgin Park 53
Sarah Buckingham #15 (White)

Game 2 of their season home and away series, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary beat Elgin Park 54-53 in a contest that went down to a 3 point shot in the final seconds of the game.  Highlights of the game include Sarah hitting 3 straight three point shots in the first 2.5 minutes of the second half.  (Stats from the game to follow shortly).

*note: video can be viewed in HD quality, for slower connections please scroll your mouse over the HD symbol in the bottom right hand corner to turn HD off (the video will load faster). 

2014 Surrey Fire Fighters Sr. Girls Basketball Classic: Quick Wrap Up.

Sarah Buckingham of the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers breaks away from Chelsea Ribeiro of the Semiahmoo Totems in a first-round game at the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Goodwill Classic at Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary School Tuesday. Buckingham scored 15 points in…

Sarah Buckingham of the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers breaks away from Chelsea Ribeiro of the Semiahmoo Totems in a first-round game at the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Goodwill Classic at Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary School Tuesday. Buckingham scored 15 points in a 61-27 win.  January 7, 2014

— Image Credit: BOAZ JOSEPH / THE LEADER

This past weekend Sarah and her Lord Tweedsmuir basketball team wrapped play in the top tier Ladder Division of the 13th Annual Surrey Fire Fighters Sr. Girls Basketball Tournament, finishing 4th.  Sarah was awarded Player of the Game twice during the tournament, was named a tournament Dream Team All Star for a second year in a row and was awarded one of 7 Surrey Fire Fighter Scholarships. 

2014 Surrey Fire Fighters Dream Team winners. Sarah Buckingham; top row, third from the right. January 11, 2014

2014 Surrey Fire Fighters Dream Team winners. Sarah Buckingham; top row, third from the right. January 11, 2014

2014 Surrey Fire Fighters Scholarship winners. Sarah Buckingham; bottom row 2nd from the left. January 11, 2014

2014 Surrey Fire Fighters Scholarship winners. Sarah Buckingham; bottom row 2nd from the left. January 11, 2014

Victoria Christmas Classic Gold Division Champions!

Game: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (White) versus Parkland Secondary (Black)
Location: Mount Douglas Secondary, Victoria, BC.   
Final Score: LTSS 59 - Parkland 49
Sarah Buckingham #15 (White)

The Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers completed a successful weekend at the provinces biggest Sr. Girls basketball tournament by winning the Gold Division Championship at the annual Victoria Christmas Classic.  Playing one of her strongest games of the tournament, Sarah lead her team with 23 points, 5 Rebounds & 8 Steals, over a good Parkland Secondary Sr. Girls Basketball Team. 

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Sr. Girls Basketball: Fraser Valley Championships February 21, 2013

Yale Secondary (Blue & Red Uniforms) vs Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (White & Green Uniforms)
Final Score: Yale 58, LTSS 57
Sarah Buckingham #15 LTSS (White & Green)

The Tweedsmuir Panthers put on quite a run down the stretch to make this a game to remember.   Sarah's Coach, Dave Nebor would go on to say that tonight was Sarah's night to shine and the game her canvas.  In the end it came down to 1 point, but not without a fight as LTSS battled back with under 8 minutes to go from 15 points down (18 points after 1 min into the second half) to leave a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.  Sarah Finished with 25 points, 17 coming in the last 8 minutes of the game!  

Note: Unfortunately the last 3.5 seconds are missing in which Sarah put up a last second 3 pointer to bring the score within 1.

Sr. Girls Basketball: Jan 31, 2013

Game: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary (White) versus Terry Fox (Red)
Location: Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary  
Final Score: LTSS 63 - Terry Fox 66
Sarah Buckingham #15 (White)

 

Tonights match up against Terry Fox was seesaw battle with each team taking various "runs" throughout the game.  At half time the two teams were tied 36-36, but in the end, Terry Fox's senior #14 (34 points and 15 rebounds) was just to much to handle and Terry Fox was able to withstand a last minute push by LTSS and hold on for the victory.   Some hard work tonight by LTSS senior #9 with 12 points, senior #14 Vanessa Jacaboski with 12 points (x3 three point shots), 5 rebounds, 5 assists and #15 Sarah Buckingham with 19 points (x4 three point shots), 4 rebounds and 5 assists.  

*please note the video has not been post processed and only parred down to 25 minutes of raw footage to save file space.