Playing zone defense keeps tight rotation on floor for Fordham By Joe Manganiello BRONX, N.Y. -- Sophomore Jermaine Myers made his second consecutive start for the Rams, playing 29 minutes and adding three assists in the 79-75 victory over Manhattan. He is arguably the Ram that has most benefited from a depleted roster, as Fordham has seen junior Ryan Canty leave the … [Read more...] about Fordham Rams use seven to defeat rival Manhattan Jaspers
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Severe scores 30, Fordham claims victory at Manhattan
Severe is strong in Battle for Bronx. By Joe Manganiello Bronx, N.Y. -- In an early-season battle between Bronx rivals, the Fordham Rams claimed their first road win of the season at Manhattan College on Tuesday night, 79-75. Fordham's freshman standout Jon Severe finished with 30 points, and senior Branden Frazier added 21 points and a pair of crucial free throws late … [Read more...] about Severe scores 30, Fordham claims victory at Manhattan
Spiders Solve Hofstra’s Zone, Capture Overtime Win
By Ryan Lazo RICHMOND — Every team has a weakness and the Hofstra Pride took advantage of the Spiders' weakness from the opening tip. Like Superman reacts to kryptonite, the Spiders react to seeing a 2-3 zone. They become hesitant. They become stagnant. They miss shots. Entering the game, Richmond ranked at the bottom of the Atlantic 10 Conference in 3-point shooting at … [Read more...] about Spiders Solve Hofstra’s Zone, Capture Overtime Win
Fordham Discovers Strength In The Zone
How Fordham may have discovered its secret weapon this season By Joe Manganiello Lehigh point guard senior Mackey McKnight had his way in the first half of Saturday’s game against Fordham, scoring 22 points on 70 percent shooting, and going 8-of-9 from the charity stripe. “We had no answer for Mackey,” Fordham head coach Tom Pecora said. “I’m not happy with that. Our … [Read more...] about Fordham Discovers Strength In The Zone
Wright’s career night sown from seeds of desperation
By Paul Gotham ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. – Perhaps a reference to grains of sand slipping through the hour glass leans too much on the sentimental. But you get the point. Matthew Wright, St. Bonaventure’s senior guard, turned in a performance Saturday night against Big 4 rival Canisius which delicately balanced patience with force. And his motivation comes from the feeling … [Read more...] about Wright’s career night sown from seeds of desperation