Delaware was not lacking talent or experience in their quest for a CAA title. The secret ingredient to winning was trust, and it extended throughout the team from the coaches to the players.
Month: March 2014
Manhattan didn’t have to look far to become a champion
A year after losing to Iona in the MAAC Championship game, Manhattan faced the Gaels again. This time, the Jaspers beat the program they have tremendous respect for and have looked to for how to become a champion.
Not the ending anyone imagined for Drexel
Two years ago, the thought was that Drexel would win the CAA two years in a row. Two exits in the quarterfinals of the conference tournament was far from what anyone imagined.
Mihalich’s first year at Hofstra is over but will have plenty of value
The first year for Hofstra under Joe Mihalich is in the books. Many expected that wins would be hard to come by, and they were, but this season was about more than that and is hardly a throwaway year.
Through new life challenges, Devon Saddler is a driven player and family person
En route to becoming Delaware’s all-time leading scorer, at times Devon Saddler can make it look easy on the court. Life challenges in recent times have challenged him to be an even better young man, and he has responded.
At Drexel, two different guards from different places try to extend their careers
Drexel is led by the backcourt of seniors Chris Fouch and Frantz Massenat. Through adversity, two players from different places have formed a bond that has helped the Dragons win games.
2014 CAA awards: How one person voted
The 2014 CAA awards were handed out on Thursday night. Here is a look at one man’s vote for this season’s awards, including a tough one for the top individual honor.
For Bryant, especially the seniors, there are no words right now
After a heart-breaking home loss in the Northeast Conference Tournament, Bryant’s players were hurting, especially their seniors. At a time like this, there are no words.
Saint Francis scores a big, unlikely win
Saint Francis’ upset of Bryant in the quarterfinals of the Northeast Conference Tournament is as big as it was unlikely.
Offense helps Florida State move along late in the season
Florida State was very concerned about Boston College on Tuesday night. By winning that game, the Seminoles put themselves in a good position with just one game and the ACC Tournament left.
