The M.A.C.

Kirtland C.C.

&

The McGregor

Athletic Complex

Kirtland Community College not only offers a High Quality Educational Experience, it has also "TEAMED UP" with The McGregor Athletic Complex to offer a High Quality, State of the Art Sports Complex for Firebird Student/Athletes!  The MAC offers Firebird Athletes the opportunity to physically condition and prepare their bodies for collegiate competition as well as maintain endurance and strength throughout their entire season.

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 "We are moving into the Shadow of the Valley of Death where you will watch the back of the man next to you, as he will watch yours, and you won't care what color he is, or by what name he calls God.  We are going into battle against a tough and determined enemy.  I can't promise you that I will bring you all home alive.  But this I swear.. when we go into battle, I will be the first to step on the field and I will be the last to step off.  And I will leave no one behind...dead or alive.  We will come home together." 

--LT. General Hal Moore

Battalion Commander of the 7th Cavalry

*Speech given on the importance of taking care of teammates during the first major battle in the Vietnam War

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Congratulations

Torey Throop!

Torey Throop, former KCC Firebird Basketball Standout, will continue his Academic/Athletic career at Rochester College.  Best of Luck, your Firebird Basketball Family is proud of you!

Rochester College Sports Information Release:  

Warrior men announce the signing of Torey Throop

The Rochester College Athletic department announced the signing of Junior College transfer Torey Throop. Throop, a 5'11 guard from Vestaburg, MI, played at Kirtland Community College the past two seasons, and is the first signee for the 2009-2010 class. At Kirtland, Throop was known for his intense play and shooting ability from behind the 3-point line. He averaged over 16 points per game and was named to the MCCAA All-Star team.

Coach Pleasant says of Throop, "Torey is the type of young man that we specifically look for. He comes from a great supportive family and has learned under a great young coach in Ty McGregor". Pleasant added, " He fits right into the mission of Rochester College and will be a great asset to our community both in the classroom and on the court".

Throop will be looked upon to make an immediate impact for the warriors in 09-10. Coach Pleasant said,"Torey was the one recruit that we knew we had to have if we want to make a return trip to our National Championship game next season". Also speaking highly of Torey is his former coach Ty McGregor. " Torey is the epitome of a Student-Athlete, but more important is the fact the he is even a better person! His parents have obviously done a tremendous job of bringing him up the 'right way'." Coach McGregor also added, "As a coach, you just don't go out and get yourself a replacement for Torey. He will definitely be an asset to the Warrior Basketball family and I am excited to know that he has chosen to attend Rochester College to further his academic and athletic career".

Torey will also play Golf for the Warriors and will add good tournament experience for the 09-10 golf season.

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Former Firebird Family Member Has Continued Success At Next Level

Leroy Allen has continued success both academically and athletically as a Crusader at Madonna University.  The former Firebird averaged 11 pts (2nd leading MU scorer) & just under 7 rebounds (leading MU rebounder) per contest.  Allen also led the Crusaders in Blocked Shots, Field Goal Percentage, and Double Doubles.  Congratulations Leroy, your Firebird Family is proud of you!

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Nick Simpson Continues Collegiate Career at Univeristy of Michigan Dearborn

Congratulations Nick!  Your Firebird Family Members are proud of you & wish you all the best. 

-Here is a Link to an article written on Coach McGregor & the Firebirds in the Bay City Times: http://www.mlive.com/sports/bay-city/index.ssf/2009/02/kirtland_mens_basketball_coach.html

2009/2010 KCC Firebird Roster

Name                                        "Nick-Name"                 Hometown                    High School 

Mario Williams                                                              Saginaw, MI                  Bridgeport HS

*Wade Luxford                                                             Frankfort, MI                Frankfort HS

Zach Kaul                                                                   San Diego, CA               Hartland HS

Jeremy Taylor                                                            Fairview, MI                   Fairview HS

Taylor Smith                                                               Cedarville, MI                Cedarville HS

Dmitry Martynenko                                                     Moscow, Russia

Stanislav Unsa                                                            Moscow, Russia

Ricky Odige                                                              Wellington, Fl                  Glades Day HS

Alvin Sitkiewicz                                                          Vanderbilt, MI               Gaylord St Mary HS

Desomond Sain                                                           Detroit, MI              

Jamiersen Green                                                          Flint, MI                 Carman-Ainsworth HS

*Captain

Coaching Staff:

Ty McGregor

Butch McGregor

2009-2010 Schedule

Thur       Oct 29                                         MARS                Home                       6:00pm

Sat          Oct 31                Lake Superior State University     Away                      10:00am

GAMES 

Mon        Nov 2               Rochester College JV                     Home                        6:00pm

Fri-Sat     Nov 6-7             Triton College, Illinois Tourney      Away                         TBA

Wed        Nov 10              Davenport College                         Home                        6:00pm

Wed        Nov 18              Schoolcraft College                        Home                        7:30pm

Sat          Nov 21              Grand Rapids CC                            Away                         3:00pm

Tues        Nov 24              Delta College                                Away                         7:30pm

Mon        Nov 30               Lansing CC                                    Home                        7:30pm

Sat          Dec 5                Jackson CC                                  Away                         7:30pm

Fri – Sat   Dec 11-12         Alpena Tourney                            Away                         TBA

Fri          Dec 18              Algoma University                        Home                        5:30pm

Tues        Dec 29              Columbus State                            Home                        5:00pm

Sat          Jan 2                 Muskegon CC                               Home                        3:00pm

Mon         Jan 4                Schoolcraft College                     Away                         7:30pm

Thurs       Jan 7                St Clair County CC                       Home                        7:30pm

Sat          Jan 9                Oakland CC                                 Home                        3:00pm

Wed        Jan 13               Henry Ford CC                            Away                        7:30pm

Sat          Jan 16               Alpena CC                                  Away                        7:30pm

Wed        Jan 20              Macomb CC                                 Home                        7:30pm

Wed        Jan 27               Mott CC                                     Away                        7:30pm

Sat          Jan 30              Delta College                              Home                        3:00pm

Sat          Feb 6                St Clair County CC                       Away                        3:00pm

Wed        Feb 10              Oakland CC                                 Away                        7:30pm

Sat          Feb 13              Henry Ford CC                            Home                        3:00pm

Wed        Feb 17              Alpena CC                                   Home                       7:30pm

Sat          Feb20               Macomb CC                                 Away                        3:00pm

Wed          Feb 24              Mott CC                                     Home                        7:30pm

This schedule is subject to change