Providence has had to deal with plenty of adversity, including on the bottom line of late. Just when it looked like things could take a turn for the worse, they do what they know: continue to fight.
Month: January 2014
Creighton’s defense left an impression
There was a lot to be impressed about in Creighton’s win at Seton Hall. The biggest might have been how they defend, as that set a tone for the team’s 2-0 start in its early Big East history.
Brad Brownell comes to Steve Donahue’s defense
After his team won at Boston College on Saturday, Brad Brownell’s thoughts included some in defense of Steve Donahue, about whose job there has been much – probably too much – speculation.
Saturday notes – January 4, 2014
The first weekend of the new year is also one with a lot of early conference games, so some early impressions are formed. Here are some notes from Saturday’s games across the country.
Clemson looks like they’re starting to grow up as ACC play opens
After running through non-conference with a good record against mostly so-so teams, Clemson opened ACC play with a win on Saturday. They look like a team that is growing up at a good time and could be an ACC sleeper.
Manhattan 74, St. Peter’s 62: Box Score Analysis
St. Peter’s and Manhattan managed to beat the snowstorm that hit the area. On the court, it was Manhattan who came out on top thanks to good offense and creating turnovers at the other end.
Boston College isn’t as bad as you might think
Boston College had a non-conference slate they might want to forget. The record isn’t good at all. But this team isn’t as bad as the record suggests.
Richmond closing out a promising non-conference slate
Richmond has one non-conference game left, and the Spiders are closing out a good stretch. Tuesday’s win at Northeastern is a good sign of their progression on a couple of important fronts.
