Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – After dropping a close 3-2 decision to Marist in the first game of a doubleheader on Sunday, the Purple Eagles bounced back with a 7-3 win in game two. “I’m proud of the way these guys handled the adversity we were dealt this weekend,” said head coach Rob McCoy. “Having to travel for home games last minute due to weather … [Read more...] about Niagara splits doubleheader with Marist
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Monmouth’s Sam Ferry named to Under Armour 30-under-30 team
Courtesy of MonmouthHawks.com WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ – Monmouth basketball assistant coach Sam Ferry has been named to the Under Armour 30-under-30 Team as part of the NABC’s Guardians of the Game Awards. The 30-Under-30 Team recognizes 30 men's basketball coaches across the country that are under the age of 30. 30 coaches nationally received this award, and Ferry is the … [Read more...] about Monmouth’s Sam Ferry named to Under Armour 30-under-30 team
King Rice named John McLendon National Coach of the Year
Courtesy of MonmouthHawks.com HOUSTON, TX – Monmouth basketball head coach King Rice has been named John McLendon National Coach of the Year, his first national honor. The John McLendon award is presented annually to the top collegiate head coach, encompassing Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA and JUCO. Rice, the MAAC, ECAC and NABC District I Coach of the Year, … [Read more...] about King Rice named John McLendon National Coach of the Year
Justin Robinson named finalist for both Lute Olson and Lou Henson awards
Courtesy of MonmouthHawks.com HOUSTON, TX – Monmouth junior guard Justin Robinson (Lake Katrine, NY/Kingston) has been named as a finalist for two postseason awards as he was listed for the Lute Olson National Player of the Year and the Lou Henson Mid-Major National Player of the Year. The point guard was one of just four players nationally to be named a finalist for both … [Read more...] about Justin Robinson named finalist for both Lute Olson and Lou Henson awards
King Rice named finalist for Ben Jobe Award
Courtesy of MonmouthHawks.com HOUSTON, TX – Monmouth basketball head coach King Rice has been named a finalist for the Ben Jobe Award for the second consecutive year. Rice, the MAAC, ECAC and NABC District I Coach of the Year, led MU to a program record 28 wins and an outright regular season title in 2015-16. Rice earns a spot as a finalist after leading Monmouth to a … [Read more...] about King Rice named finalist for Ben Jobe Award