Canisius has a mix of seniors and newcomers that they are trying to blend together. Head coach Jim Baron and son Billy are trying to lead them to grow into success this season.
Month: December 2013
A freshman helps Bryant show defensive improvement
Bryant is showing signs of becoming a better defensive team. Leading the way in that regard is a talented freshman who seems to be coming into his own a little more every game.
Navy learns more in a tough loss at Bryant
Ed DeChellis and his Navy team are learning more about themselves with non-league play winding down. The latest instance of it came in a tough loss on the road in the midst of finals, and they may have found another complementary player.
A possible turning point for Maryland
It would be easy to think that Maryland’s win at Boston College on Thursday night doesn’t mean much in the grand scheme of things. But it could be a turning point for a team with talent that hasn’t had an easy go of it.
Northeastern having a tough time for a few reasons
Northeastern has had a rough run through non-conference play. There are multiple reasons for it, but a 2-7 mark has confidence being a concern as the team hits final exams.
St. John’s rolls over Fordham: Numbers and keys
The Holiday Festival has the same venue as it has for years, but the format and some of the teams have changed. The game between local rivals saw St. John’s basically run Fordham out of the building.
Veteran UAB team is playing like one right now
UAB had a week off after their win over UNC, but did well to not enjoy the win too much. They showed it by pulling out a tough one at Northeastern, and now have another week before continuing as the veteran team they are.
John Giannini: A modest proposal
La Salle head coach John Giannini shared an idea regarding NCAA Tournament bids in conferences like the one his team’s recent opponent is in. It’s a slightly new wrinkle on an idea a few have talked about.
Brigham Young is close, with fewer good opportunities remaining
Brigham Young lost for the third time in as many tries against ranked teams. While the Cougars have a good team, they could use a significant non-conference win, and they are running out of such opportunities at this point.
UMass shows once more why they are ranked once again
If you wanted to get a good idea of why UMass is undefeated and ranked in the polls for the first time in 15 years, Saturday’s 105-96 win over Brigham Young was a microcosm. The Minutemen are dealing just fine with prosperity right now.