Hall of Fame
One of the greatest players in program history, Jessica Kaczowka recorded a total of 2,490 points during her time on Burnaby Mountain and a per-game average of 19.7, both of which rank second on SFU's all-time list. She is also second in SFU's record book in career field goals (994), field goal percentage (61.8 per cent) and free throws (501). Kaczowka is fourth in total rebounds with 1,083.
A forward originally from Regina, Sask., Kaczowka helped transition SFU from a powerhouse National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics program to a dynasty in Canadian Interuniversity Sport (now called U SPORTS). She was an NAIA All-American in her freshman year and sophomore campaign, leading Allison McNeill-coached SFU to the NAIA championship game both years.
She was a second-team Canada West Conference All-Star in her first year of CIS competition. The next season (2001-02), she earned Canada West Most Valuable Player, first-team All-Canadian, CIS Player of the Year honours and led SFU to an undefeated 35-0 season, which culminated with a national title in coach Bruce Langford's first season. In the 66-51 CIS championship game win over Laval (Que.), Kaczowka scored 28 points and grabbed 13 rebounds.
Kaczowka capped off her career by winning Canada West Most Valuable Player, first-team All-Canadian, and CIS Player of the Year recognition for the second consecutive in 2002-03 season. She won the SFU Female Athlete of the Year award in 2003.
During her five years at SFU, Kaczowka led the team in scoring three times, and two seasons rank in the top 10 in Red Leafs history. Two of her rebounding campaigns are among the top 10 all-time at SFU. Kaczowka posted six 30-point games in her university career.
