The season is almost here, and for a lot of reasons there is great anticipation. Here we look at 15 reasons why – some of the best players in the country, with what may be a surprising number of seniors leading the way.
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2013-14 Patriot League Preview
The Patriot League has a new look this season as it expands to ten schools with the addition of Boston University and Loyola (Md.). While the league might not be as strong at the top as in the past few years, as a whole it should continue to be on the upswing.
2013-14 Ivy League Preview
This year the Ivy League will have a prohibitive favorite and be intensely competitive after the top spot as well, though most of the attention will be on a loaded team to picked to win.
2013-14 CAA Preview
A new era will begin for the Colonial Athletic Association with this season, and while there is cause for concern there is a feeling of optimism as well as the conference has a new look and a new tournament home.
A new season brings a new feeling at Bryant
It’s a very difference scene than a year ago at Bryant. Expectations are now higher, the bench looks a little different, and someone must emerge as a floor leader for a team that has the personnel to contend in the Northeast Conference once again.
In a crucial year, Holy Cross has some potential
Milan Brown’s fourth season at Holy Cross is a crucial one for the direction they are going and with a couple of teams at the top losing a lot. The Crusaders have some potential this season, especially if some key players show good growth.
URI will be improved but something of a mixed bag for now
Year two under Dan Hurley is now here at Rhode Island, and the Rams will certainly be improved. Just how much better remains to be seen, although there is potential for the improvement to be more than significant.
The most important players in America
Which players could have the biggest impact on whether or not their teams meet their potential in 2013-14? Here’s a look at the most important players in America.
Best players no one knows about
Every season, a lot of good players fly under the radar for one reason other another – either in a small conference, on a team with another star or on a struggling team in a major conference. Here is a look at some of the players who best fit that description in college basketball.
Notes from Sunday at the Northeast Exposure Showcase Championships
A trip to New Hampshire meant a chance to check out some of Sunday’s action at the Northeast Exposure Showcase Championships run by BST Hoops.