By PAUL GOTHAM For the first three years of his college career, Fordham's Ryan Rhoomes served in the primary role of a lane clog. The forward from Jamiaca, New York led the Rams in rebounds per game the past two seasons and in blocks a year ago. Offensive production from the 6-8 forward seemed like an afterthought as if a missed shot by one of his teammates served as … [Read more...] about Rhoomes seizing his opportunity
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Rebounds & Putbacks: Dayton 93 UMass 63
First thoughts after the University of Dayton Flyers victory over the University of Massachusetts Minutemen. By PAUL GOTHAM How it happened Charles Cooke led six in double figures with 18 as No. 25 Dayton (12-2/2-0) won its fifth straight. UD rode an 11-5 spurt early in the first half to grab a double-digit lead at 22-11 and never looked back. The Flyers led by as many … [Read more...] about Rebounds & Putbacks: Dayton 93 UMass 63
Cavanaugh adds consistency to GW’s attack
By PAUL GOTHAM Mike Lonergan's University of George Washington Colonials limped to the finish line last season. After starting 12-3, the Colonials went 10-10 the rest of the way to finish 22-13. One year following an appearance in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2007, GW fell in the second round of the NIT. Currently at 12-2/1-0 the Colonials look, at least … [Read more...] about Cavanaugh adds consistency to GW’s attack
Humble Pierre fitting back into his role with Dayton
By PAUL GOTHAM A semester-long suspension behind him, Dyshawn Pierre is back where he is supposed to be for his senior season: in uniform for the University of Dayton Flyers. Dayton's leading rebounder from a year ago came off the bench last week in the Flyers defeat of Arkansas in overtime. "Dyshawn is about as impactful of a player on our team as there is," Dayton … [Read more...] about Humble Pierre fitting back into his role with Dayton
VCU rallies to defeat Saint Joseph’s, 85-82
Courtesy of SJUHawks.com PHILADELPHIA - Mo Alie-Cox scored 10 straight points late in the game as VCU (10-5; 2-0 A-10) fought back from a 13-point deficit and defeated Saint Joseph’s, 85-82, in an Atlantic 10 game at Hagan Arena. The loss snapped a seven-game winning streak for the Hawks (11-2; 1-1 A-10). The loss ruined a 31-point effort by Saint Joseph’s senior Isaiah … [Read more...] about VCU rallies to defeat Saint Joseph’s, 85-82