Rochester Community and Technical College (Minn.), led by veteran coach Brian LePlante, fields eight players that average between 9-14 points per game, making it difficult for the opposition to key in on any one player. This offensive depth and balance, coupled with a hard-nosed defense, makes the Yellowjackets a real contender in this their fifth tournament appearance with a 23-5 record. The Yellowjackets secured their berth with a Region 13 victory over Minneapolis Community College (85-74).
Among Rochester’s stand-outs are guards Demetrius Williams (14 points, 6 rebounds per game) and Aubrey Rhodes (9 points per game). Rhodes, a freshman, is also shooting an impressive 80 percent from the free-throw line. Other key players include freshman guards David Fritsch, Joe Conway, and Shiron Williams.
