Long Island isn’t the most experienced team in the world, but right now they are turning unselfishness and an ability to win on the road into a nice start as they look like a contender in the Northeast Conference.
Author: Phil Kasiecki
Harvard Has Something Good Going
Let’s give credit to Harvard after their third straight win over Boston College and acknowledge that they have something very good going right now.
Pittsburgh Finds a Way to Win Again
Pittsburgh doesn’t win in a pretty fashion, they don’t wow you with certain aspects of the game, but they win. They find a way to do it, and Tuesday night was another example of that.
It’s All Coming Together For Fairfield
Fairfield is riding a nine-game winning streak and looks to be in a good place at this early stage of MAAC play.
Niagara’s Struggles Are an Aberration
If you look at this season’s MAAC standings, you might do a double take upon seeing Niagara’s 3-12 overall mark and 0-3 start in MAAC play. There’s an explanation, and this won’t last long.
Intangibles Make a Difference For Maine
Maine lost at home to Brown, Delaware State and Columbia, but they won at UMass and Penn State. The Black Bears may seem tough to figure out, but there’s a real key to their results: intangibles like a sense of urgency, focus and unselfishness.
St. John’s Playing Like an Experienced Team
St. John’s is a senior-laden team and playing like one with their 3-0 start in the Big East.
George Washington’s Offense Not That of Old
George Washington is doing a few things well, from defending to taking care of the ball. But unlike some past teams, they’re struggling to shoot, and that may hold them back in the Atlantic 10 unless they can start making shots.
It’s All About the Patriot League for Holy Cross
Holy Cross is putting all its hopes on the Patriot League. That is usually the case from a bottom line standpoint, but that has taken on new meaning this time around as league play approaches.
VCU Wins Tournament But Shows Concerns
While VCU looks like a contender in the Colonial Athletic Association as conference play beckons, they are not without their concerns, and that was made clear after Thursday’s win in the Holiday on the Hardwood Classic.
