By PAUL GOTHAM BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Credit Teddy "Buckets" Allen with the ability to see through the ruse. When the New Mexico State guard heard of the flattering comments made about him earlier in the day by opposing coach Dan Hurley, he didn't hesitate with a response: "He just blowing that pregame smoke," the redshirt junior said. "You know how that goes. I ain't listening to … [Read more...] about “Teddy Buckets” comes to Buffalo
If South Dakota State is to advance, the Jackrabbits will need to find rhythm behind the arc
By PAUL GOTHAM BUFFALO, N.Y. -- When Baylor Scheierman and Douglas Wilson talk about favorite memories of NCAA Tournaments past. Both South Dakota State Jackrabbits mention last-minute shots from distance. Scheierman recalls the Mario Chalmers 3-pointer at the end of regulation in the 2008 NCAA championship game that forced overtime when Kansas went on to win the national … [Read more...] about If South Dakota State is to advance, the Jackrabbits will need to find rhythm behind the arc
Luxury Vacation Rentals Postseason Preview: Waterloo girls look to “enjoy the ride” at state semifinals
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- For the second time in a decade, Mike Bree will take the Waterloo girls' basketball team to the NYSPHSAA final four. This time around, he has a refreshed perspective. A frame of mind that was gained after time away from the program and was given a kick start by a fellow coach who was willing to put aside his pride. "We haven’t touched a … [Read more...] about Luxury Vacation Rentals Postseason Preview: Waterloo girls look to “enjoy the ride” at state semifinals
Aquinas falls in regional
By PAUL GOTHAM BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Mason Blackwood and Jack Bleier combined to hit three 3-pointers in the final 17 seconds, but it wasn't enough to overcome a double-digit deficit as the Aquinas Li'l Irish saw their season end with a 60-58 loss to Jamestown (VI) in the NYS Far West Regional championship. Trailing 56-49, Bleier hit his first trey to start the late-game flurry. … [Read more...] about Aquinas falls in regional
Late rally falls short, Avon’s season ends in regionals
By PAUL GOTHAM BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Zach Colvin scored six of his season-high 33 points during a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't enough as the Avon Braves fell to Salamanca, 61-59 in the 2022 New York State Class C Far West Regional championship. Trailing 58-49 with 6 minutes and 6 seconds remaining in the contest, Andrew Rowland started the rally with a drive … [Read more...] about Late rally falls short, Avon’s season ends in regionals