At long last, Texas gets the kind of win they had yet to pick up under Shaka Smart, and not a moment too soon. Plus a Pirate star is out for a bit, a bounceback attempt continues, and some extra sessions were needed on the day.
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The Morning Dish – Saturday, November 9, 2019
Just a few days into the season, we already have a big eligibility story, and one that will only get bigger. Plus a few close calls in good matchups, a pair of big scoring games in New England, and a record blowout.
Notre Dame women edge Fordham
Notre Dame hit the road to visit Fordham for opening night, and while both teams had their share of turnovers and concerns, there were positives for both teams.
The Morning Dish – Friday, November 8, 2019
It’s early yet, but if you were expecting a big change from the longer three-point shot, you are surely disappointed by the early results that include a few of Thursday night’s games. Plus a Husky is suspended and a long-time coach sounds off about opening night for his team and conference.
The Morning Dish – Thursday, November 7, 2019
The ACC openers are in the books, with the defending champs looking just fine and a freshman breaking a record. Plus one conference has started out well, and there’s also some coaching news.
The Morning Dish – Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Opening night was as good as advertised, led by the big doubleheader in New York where the nightcap belonged to one freshman in particular. Plus a few road wins lead some close ones, a couple of mild surprises, and some major league blowouts with non-Division I schools.
The Morning Dish – Tuesday, November 5, 2019
The season is finally here, and with it is our podcast looking ahead to the season and talking about one final off-court matter, for now at least. Plus a bad break in Florida, a suspension continues, and great news out of Texas.
The Morning Dish – Monday, November 4, 2019
Another season is almost here, so it’s time to reflect once more as we finish up our look ahead to the conferences this season.
The Morning Dish – Sunday, November 3, 2019
Saturday was a reminder of one day that reflects the challenge college basketball has in starting earlier every year. Football drives the train in college sports, and on this day it is evident for the first month or so of the season. We also look at a few more conferences before the season.
Herenda is excited about FDU’s prospects and challenges
Defending champion Fairleigh Dickinson will try to blend youth and some experience into another Northeast Conference winner this season. They lost key players, but also return key players, and have some young talent.