St. John's University Athletics
2007-08 Women's Basketball Roster
Nikki Rotolo
- Height:
- 5-9
- Class:
- Sophomore
- High School:
- Rome Free Academy
- Hometown:
- Rome, N.Y.
On Rotolo: A hard-working guard with good fundamentals ... saw time at all three guard positions last year.
Coach Barnes Arico on Rotolo: "Nikki Jo is an excellent shooter who we hope will be more confident with her shot this year. She's worked hard to get fit and has been a great addition to the program."
As A Freshman In 2006-07: Appeared in all 28 games and started 12 ... opened the season with 13 points against Iona (Nov. 9) and 11 points vs. Army (Nov. 19) ... notched an assist in 15 games, highlighted by four against Iona ... also had a career-high eight rebounds vs. the Gaels ... tallied a career-high four steals against Brown at the University of Maine Tournament (Nov. 25).
Before St. John's: Averaged 24.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 4.6 steals per game in leading Rome Free Academy to its first Section III title in school history ... a three-year Tri-Valley All-Star selection ... earned several player of the year awards, including Mohawk Valley, OHSL Colonial League and Rome Sports Hall of Fame ... a three-time all-state selection.
Up Close With Nikki Jo Rotolo
What's on your television show?
Prison Break.
What is your favorite place on campus?
With my teammates.
What is your favorite Coach Barnes Arico quote?
"Golly Gee."
The teammate that inspires me is:
Kia Wright.
Why did you choose to come to St. John's?
To play BIG EAST basketball.