East Carolina’s first season in the American Athletic Conference is complete. With that, the challenge they face as shown by their history looks clear, and they may have just the right coach to navigate it.
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The Morning Dish – Saturday, March 14, 2015
A wild day of conference tournament action had a few endings that just can’t be explained. Plus an ejection in Nashville, controversy in the Big Sky, and a day full of championship games is right in front of us.
Ryan Boatright and UConn live to see another day
With UConn’s NCAA Tournament hopes on the line, Ryan Boatright wasn’t ready for them to come to an end. It was his time, and he delivered to keep the Huskies alive in the American Athletic Conference Tournament.
Davidson at the buzzer
La Salle led for much of their Atlantic 10 quarterfinal against Davidson. But the Wildcats found a way to rally and La Salle found a way to allow them to win at the buzzer.
Texas simply wasn’t as good as we thought they were
Texas shouldn’t be in the NCAA Tournament, but might be. In the end, the Longhorns simply were not as good as we thought they were, especially if you look back to a time when many were very high on them.
USF tries to set the stage for future growth
Orlando Antigua’s first season at USF wasn’t memorable in the win-loss department, but the Bulls could make this a year that sets the stage for future growth.
Strong second half propels Bonnies
A big second half, especially at the defensive end, lifted St. Bonaventure over Saint Joseph’s for a third time this season.
Sampson is getting a lot out of Houston
Houston’s roster isn’t loaded with top-shelf talent, but Kelvin Sampson has gotten a lot out of this team. They have enough to be dangerous, and that could spell trouble for bubble team Tulsa on Friday.
UCF’s young perimeter needs help next year
UCF battled back in Thursday’s season-ending loss, but some season-long problems nipped comebacks in the bud for a while. Fortunately for them, they have a good starting point for next year.
The Morning Dish – Friday, March 13, 2015
Texas had a chance to make a convincing argument for its inclusion in the NCAA Tournament. But the Longhorns lost yet again to a top 50 team.
