By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Justin Ndjock-Tadjore's ascension from unheralded Québécois basketball player to Division I signee originated with the type of growth spurt high schoolers long for. Ndjock-Tadjore grew six inches in 2019, from six feet even to 6-foot-6. Already an impact player lauded by Canadian outlet North Pole Hoops for his court vision and leaping ability, the guard … [Read more...] about Ndjock-Tadjore has aspirations of being next Canadian Bona great
Reigning Atlantic 10 Player of the Year Bones Hyland chooses to hire agent, enter NBA Draft
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Bones Hyland's last week in a Virginia Commonwealth uniform was arguably his most unusual. Hyland led VCU in scoring in the Atlantic 10 Championship Game defeat against St. Bonaventure despite missing the last 13 minutes of the first half with foul trouble. He picked up three personals in under seven minutes to start the game but managed 21 points, 11 of … [Read more...] about Reigning Atlantic 10 Player of the Year Bones Hyland chooses to hire agent, enter NBA Draft
For Bona recruits, Schmidt’s experience is a “plus”
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO George Mason’s dismissal of Dave Paulsen and subsequent hiring of 32-year-old Kim English last month infused excitement into the Patriots fan base. If winning the press conference is an early objective of a new coach’s tenure, Mason was prepared to unfurl a banner on March 25. “We are going to be unbelievably competitive, nasty competitors, so tough. We’re … [Read more...] about For Bona recruits, Schmidt’s experience is a “plus”
McQuaid scores 49 points in first half, improves to 5-0
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Fairport’s opening drive went satisfactorily enough, a six-play, two-minute charge capped by a Joe Giggie touchdown. McQuaid took that score personally. The Knights scored 56 unanswered points in less than 25 minutes of game time, tallying points in all three phases, and defeated the Red Raiders 63-14. McQuaid improved to 5-0, while Fairport’s record dropped … [Read more...] about McQuaid scores 49 points in first half, improves to 5-0
Okoli joins former Bonnies in transfer portal
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO St. Bonaventure junior Alpha Okoli has entered the transfer portal, Verbal Commits reported on Tuesday. Okoli totaled 36 points and 40 rebounds in 48 career appearances as a Bonnie. He saw time in just 21 contests the last two seasons after playing in 27 as a freshman. Okoli was lauded by the Bonnies for his strengths as a teammate as well as his … [Read more...] about Okoli joins former Bonnies in transfer portal