First thoughts after Manhattan's 63-60 victory at Canisius. Shane's world Manhattan led for 26- plus minutes. The visiting Jaspers pushed their lead to as many as 10. Seven straight Canisius points over two minutes midway through the second half changed that. Zach Lewis converted one of two free to give the Golden Griffins their first lead of the game at 44-43. Then Shane … [Read more...] about Rebounds & Putbacks: Manhattan 63 Canisius 60
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Rebounds & Putbacks: Monmouth 73 Canisius 68
First thoughts on Monmouth's victory over Canisius in MAAC men's play. By Paul Gotham Bench Points Monmouth's bench outscored their counterparts, 38-18. That's not a typo. 73-38 = 35. Monmouth's bench outscored their starters. Andrew Nicholas (yes, that Andrew Nicholas) led the way with 14 points. The senior guard provided a spark in the first half when the Hawks … [Read more...] about Rebounds & Putbacks: Monmouth 73 Canisius 68
Canisius surges past UMKC
Courtesy of GoGriffs.com Canisius sophomore Phil Valenti scored a team-high 18 points, fellow sophomore Zach Lewis added 17 points, senior Josiah Heath chipped in 11 points and the Golden Griffin defense held visiting UMKC to 31.3 percent from the field for the game as Canisius scored its third-straight win with a 67-55 victory Tuesday night in the Koessler Athletic Center. … [Read more...] about Canisius surges past UMKC
Former Griff Chris Manhertz signs with the Buffalo Bills
Courtesy of GoGriffs.com Former Canisius men’s basketball player Chris Manhertz has signed a reserves/futures contract with the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League, the team announced today. A four-year letterwinner for the Golden Griffins, Manhertz is one of three players since 1942-43 to serve as a team captain for three seasons while wearing the Blue and Gold. An … [Read more...] about Former Griff Chris Manhertz signs with the Buffalo Bills
Griffs defense shrinks the court
By Paul Gotham BUFFALO, NY -- Making opponents play faster than they want is usually reserved for pressing teams. Those quads which trap in the front court force opposing teams to rush shots and make ill-advised passes. The Canisius Golden Griffins are accomplishing the same effect in the half court. Sunday afternoon the Griffs forced 19 turnovers in a convincing 67-48 … [Read more...] about Griffs defense shrinks the court