Delaware was not lacking talent or experience in their quest for a CAA title. The secret ingredient to winning was trust, and it extended throughout the team from the coaches to the players.
Tag: Conference Tournaments
Manhattan didn’t have to look far to become a champion
A year after losing to Iona in the MAAC Championship game, Manhattan faced the Gaels again. This time, the Jaspers beat the program they have tremendous respect for and have looked to for how to become a champion.
Not the ending anyone imagined for Drexel
Two years ago, the thought was that Drexel would win the CAA two years in a row. Two exits in the quarterfinals of the conference tournament was far from what anyone imagined.
Mihalich’s first year at Hofstra is over but will have plenty of value
The first year for Hofstra under Joe Mihalich is in the books. Many expected that wins would be hard to come by, and they were, but this season was about more than that and is hardly a throwaway year.
For Bryant, especially the seniors, there are no words right now
After a heart-breaking home loss in the Northeast Conference Tournament, Bryant’s players were hurting, especially their seniors. At a time like this, there are no words.
Saint Francis scores a big, unlikely win
Saint Francis’ upset of Bryant in the quarterfinals of the Northeast Conference Tournament is as big as it was unlikely.
John Giannini: A modest proposal
La Salle head coach John Giannini shared an idea regarding NCAA Tournament bids in conferences like the one his team’s recent opponent is in. It’s a slightly new wrinkle on an idea a few have talked about.
Atlantic 10 Tournament: Notes, quotes and thoughts
Notes from the Atlantic 10 Tournament in Brooklyn, where Saint Joseph’s won the women’s tournament and Saint Louis came out on top in honor of their former coach.
Louisville looks like a national title contender in Big East finale
Louisville turned around the Big East championship game in a big way on Saturday night. In doing so, they looked every bit like a national championship contender, including from an intangible standpoint.
Despite semifinal loss, Notre Dame feels better leaving New York than when they entered
Amidst much talk of whether or not conference tournaments are a good idea, Notre Dame got a boost in New York. They are happy with the tournament and feel more prepared for the NCAA Tournament despite a semifinal loss.
