Another full Saturday of action is in the books, and we have notes from many of the day’s games, including a wild one among the last games of the day.
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Talking Hoops With Ted Sarandis – January 15, 2020
In our latest podcast, we talk about a couple of road wins that had never happened before, plus an oddity in the ACC, how several conferences including the Atlantic 10 are shaping up after recent action, and a coach getting fired on Monday despite no big off-court issues.
Hofstra almost let one get away for another tough loss, but Buie and Pemberton rescued them
Hofstra had a nice halftime lead, but almost let Thursday night’s game in Boston get away for another tough loss to Northeastern. That’s when Desure Buie and Eli Pemberton helped them pull one out with a lot of toughness when it counted.
There is support alongside Jordan Roland, but this might be just the game he needed to get going again
Jordan Roland was in a slump for most of a month, but his big second half against Hofstra might be just what he – and Northeastern – needs for the remainder of the season, although getting more support will help.
Saturday Notes – January 11, 2020
Another Saturday has come and gone with a couple of very notable firsts along the way. We have notes on those games and much more right here.
Talking Hoops With Ted Sarandis – January 10, 2020
In our latest podcast, we start with a double overtime thriller in the Big Ten, then talk about two long-time powerhouses who could be headed for the unthinkable, a few key results from Wednesday night, and a Big 12 school that hasn’t looked as good of late after a promising start to the season.
Strong second half powers Fordham women in A10 opener
In the Atlantic 10 opener for both squads, the Fordham women used a big second half to knock off St. Bonaventure in the Bronx.
Saint Peters women edge Siena in MAAC home opener
The St. Peter’s women rebounded from a loss at Marist with a win in their home opener, one significant for historical reasons as well.
Thanks to unbroken bonds, William & Mary has been one of the pleasant surprises of the season
After a coaching change led to several key transfers, many felt William & Mary were destined to be closer to the bottom than the top of the CAA this season. By emphasizing relationships and chemistry, the Tribe has instead been a pleasant surprise through early CAA play.
Talking Hoops With Ted Sarandis – January 6, 2020
In our latest podcast, we talk about a rivalry game in the Big Ten, a wide-open ACC aside from one powerhouse, one conference that appears to be doing official reviews better, as well as two undefeated teams left and a couple of shockers in the past week.
