MACON, Ga. – The Niagara men’s basketball team held on late to defeat the Sam Houston State Bearkats, 59-52, in its final game in the Progressive CBE Classic on Wednesday. “(It was a) hard fought win (and) I’m really proud of these guys,” head coach Joe Mihalich said. “It was a character win after two tough nights. Down the stretch with the game on the line (guys) made … [Read more...] about Niagara grinds out win over Sam Houston State
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Signed, sealed, delivered: Niagara Purple Eagles 2011-12
With October comes the official start of the college basketball season as teams begin practices. Follow along as Pickin’ Splinters highlights the incoming classes of the MAAC that are “signed, sealed and delivered.” On the docket for today: the Niagara Purple Eagles. Niagara's 2010-11 season ended with a 73-61 loss to Marist in the opening round of MAAC tournament. … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: Niagara Purple Eagles 2011-12
Niagara Announces Non-Conference Slate
The Niagara men’s basketball program has announced its 2011-12 non-conference schedule. Highlights on this season’s schedule are home tilts against Big Four rivals Buffalo and St. Bonaventure and participating in the 2011 College Basketball Experience (CBE) Classic. “Our non-conference schedule will challenge us on many levels,” Niagara head coach Joe Mihalich … [Read more...] about Niagara Announces Non-Conference Slate
Niagara’s Mihalich Adds Farrelly To Coaching Staff
NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. – Niagara men’s basketball head coach Joe Mihalich has named Mike Farrelly as the newest assistant coach to join the Purple Eagle staff. “We are extremely lucky to have Coach Mike Farrelly join the Purple Eagle coaching staff,” Mihalich said. “Coach Farrelly excels in every single area: on the floor, recruiting, scouting, basketball knowledge and … [Read more...] about Niagara’s Mihalich Adds Farrelly To Coaching Staff
Niagara’s Mihalich Talks About NU’s Latest Recruiting Class
NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. – Niagara men’s basketball head coach Joe Mihalich has announced the program’s latest recruiting class in forward Ali Langord and guards Juan’ya Green and Ameen Tanksley. “We are very excited about the three newcomers to Niagara basketball for the upcoming season,” Mihalich said. “Juan’ya Green, Ali Langford, and Ameen Tanksley will all have … [Read more...] about Niagara’s Mihalich Talks About NU’s Latest Recruiting Class