Maybe lightning does strike twice. Not content with just one buzzer-beater, Billy Baron repeated the feat for the home crowd at Koessler Athletic Center. And earlier this year against Elon: … [Read more...] about Billy Baron’s Buzzer Beaters
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Big stage is no match for Billy Baron
By Paul Gotham NOTRE DAME, IN – Billy Baron matched a career-high points. He set a career best for steals, minutes played and depending upon the situation, he either quieted or antagonized the largest crowd in his Canisius career. Yes, on the biggest stage thus far of his short career in Blue and Gold, the Golden Griffins senior point guard turned in a singular … [Read more...] about Big stage is no match for Billy Baron
Atkins and Notre Dame outlast Canisius in overtime
By Paul Gotham NOTRE DAME, IN – Eric Atkins scored 21 of a career-high 30 as the Notre Dame Fighting Irish rallied to defeat the Canisius Golden Griffins in overtime 87-81 in non-conference action in the Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Athletic Center on Sunday afternoon. Atkins hit 6 of 9 from the floor including 5 of 6 behind the three-point arc as the Irish erased a … [Read more...] about Atkins and Notre Dame outlast Canisius in overtime
Baron has become one of Buffalo’s biggest fans
By Paul Gotham BUFFALO, NY -- Jim Baron has roamed the sidelines for nearly three decades. He has won more than 400 collegiate games, taken two schools to the NCAA Tournament and has his place in two separate halls of fame. Yet when it comes to talking about the city of Buffalo, Baron easily switches roles from head coach to cheerleader. “Buffalo is a great town for … [Read more...] about Baron has become one of Buffalo’s biggest fans
Canisius falls at St. Francis of Brooklyn
By Paul Gotham BROOKLYN, NY – A relentless St. Francis of Brooklyn Terriers squad rode a strong second half to a 67-51 win over the Canisius Golden Griffins in non-conference action at the Pope Physical Education Center, Saturday. The Terriers, losers of their last two games, played like a team with a purpose. “You never know what you’re about until somebody hits you,” … [Read more...] about Canisius falls at St. Francis of Brooklyn