The Taft College Athletic Department participated in the 2026 Kern County College Night on Monday, September 14, at Dignity Health Arena in downtown Bakersfield. Hundreds of high school students and their parents attended the event to learn about colleges and universities available in the region.
At the Taft College Athletics informational table, women’s basketball student-athlete Naomi Emecheta and men’s golf student-athlete Brock Marton represented the Taft College Cougars. They engaged with prospective students and their families, sharing insights on combining athletics with academics at Taft College.
Romeo Lagmay Jr., Sports Information Specialist and Women’s Basketball Coach at Taft College, also participated by presenting at the College Athletics Session. His presentation provided valuable information about college athletics opportunities and the role sports play in the collegiate experience.
CSB Take
Taft College Cougars’ involvement in the Kern County College Night offers a direct connection between prospective students and the school’s athletics programs. By featuring student-athlete representatives and a coaching staff member as presenter, Taft demonstrates a commitment to promoting both academic and athletic opportunities. This engagement helps inform and encourage local student-athletes considering their options for college sports participation while highlighting the community aspect of college athletics.
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