By Kyle Soppe One week ago, the young Spiders were a team beaten at the buzzer. Their confidence shaken, the upcoming two game week had the potential to nullify the blazing 12-2 start for the Spiders. And when foul trouble limited two thirds of Richmond's "big three", the future continued to look bleak. While you can subtract 35% of a teams scoring, you can't break the heart … [Read more...] about Performance Of The Week | Rachael Bilney
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Ballin’ Bilney Crushes Colonials
By Kyle Soppe Losing at the buzzer hurts about as much as any single event in the world of sports. To compete so hard for so long, and have nothing to show for your efforts, can derail even the most focused of teams. The Richmond Spiders faced the daunting task of erasing the nightmare finish against Temple, and battling a talented George Washington team. To say … [Read more...] about Ballin’ Bilney Crushes Colonials
Owls Prey On Spiders
By Kyle Soppe The importance of conference play cannot be overstated. Both Temple and Richmond came into this contest looking to establish themselves as contenders in the Atlantic 10. Both teams accomplished that goal, but it was the road team that emerged victorious. As is customary with conference play, the going was tough early on. Atlantic 10 teams know each … [Read more...] about Owls Prey On Spiders
Richmond Rolls, Ready For Conference Play
By Kyle Soppe With the Richmond Spiders riding a five game win streak and the Lehigh Mountain Hawks the champion of the past three Christmas City Classic's, this was as highly anticipated as any non conference game. The two teams did not disappoint in the early going, with the young Spiders being led by their lone senior and the Hawks being guided by their most … [Read more...] about Richmond Rolls, Ready For Conference Play
Okoro Shines, Richmond Downs Dukes
By Kyle Soppe The Richmond Spiders continue to find ways to win. They have shown the balance of a team that can win on a regular basis, as well as the leadership it takes to keep each win in perspective. "Any given day from any given spot on the floor. We are tough to defend, and that's true for the entire roster" stated a thrilled Coach Shafer. Led by Gen Okoro … [Read more...] about Okoro Shines, Richmond Downs Dukes