By Paul Gotham Some players shrink a defense. Others stretch it. George Washington’s Mike Lonergan understands the value of striking a balance between both. So when the third-year coach saw the scale tipping, he had reason for concern. After tallying double figures in 13 of the Colonials first 14 games, Maurice Creek accounted for just a dozen points in his team’s … [Read more...] about For GW, Good Lord Willin’ Creek Will Keep Risin’
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VCU-La Salle highlight weekend A-10 games
By Paul Gotham Six Atlantic teams deadlocked at 3-1. Two of this weekend's games feature head-to-head matchups among those schools. Words of the week: La Salle Head Coach Dr. John Giannini on the St. Bonaventure student section: “They get on you from warm-ups. There are a lot of places where they get on you during the game. But when you walk out there an hour before the … [Read more...] about VCU-La Salle highlight weekend A-10 games
Bonnies use second-half surge to upset La Salle
By Taylor Nigrelli ST. BONAVENTURE, NY -- After a litany of close calls against superior Atlantic 10 opponents over the past two years, the Bonnies (12-7, 2-3) were finally able to close out as they defeated the La Salle Explorers (11-7, 3-1) 66-51 Wednesday night. “That was the best that we’ve played all year,” Head Coach Mark Schmidt said. “We talked about finishing, … [Read more...] about Bonnies use second-half surge to upset La Salle
Bonnies to face La Salle and healthy Duren Wednesday night
By Paul Gotham Tyrone Garland has made a habit of saving seasons for La Salle’s Explorers. Last March his “Southwest Philly Floater” at the buzzer found bottom of the net, and La Salle advanced to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament. This past November the senior guard donned his cape and emerged from the phone booth once again. But this time it wasn’t what … [Read more...] about Bonnies to face La Salle and healthy Duren Wednesday night
Miller looks for UD to fly downhill against VCU
By Paul Gotham Archie Miller knows well VCU’s numbers: Shaka Smart’s Rams lead the nation in turnovers forced per game (19.4) and turnover rate (27.0) Their defense limits opponents to .89 point per possession (11th). And if Miller’s Dayton Flyers (13-5/1-2) are to avoid a two-game losing streak, they will need to offset VCU’s strengths when the Rams (14-4/2-1) visit UD … [Read more...] about Miller looks for UD to fly downhill against VCU