First thoughts after the University of Dayton Flyers' victory over the George Washington Colonials. By PAUL GOTHAM How it happened Dayton's defense held George Washington without a field goal for 6:53, and the Flyers closed the game on a 19-9 run to improve to 4-1 in Atlantic 10 play. Dyshawn Pierre scored five of his game-high 26 as UD used a big second-half run for … [Read more...] about Rebounds & Putbacks: Dayton 77 George Washington 70
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Dayton – George Washington highlight the A-10’s weekend action
By PAUL GOTHAM Five nationally-televised games including a pair of head-to-head battles among the Atlantic 10's top five teams and a cross-town rivalry take place this weekend. St. Bonaventure and VCU bring their unbeaten conference marks on the road. The weekend tips off Friday night on ESPN2. Here's your guide: Friday George Washington (14-3/3-1) at Dayton (13-3/3-1) … [Read more...] about Dayton – George Washington highlight the A-10’s weekend action
Brendan Casper awarded scholarship by Saint Joseph’s
Courtesy of SJUHawks.com Saint Joseph’s head basketball coach Phil Martelli announced that junior Brendan Casper has been awarded a scholarship for the upcoming Spring semester. Casper, from Audubon, Pa. (Methacton H.S.) joined the team as a walk-on his freshman year and has seen action in 36 games. “We’re very happy to be able to provide a basketball scholarship to … [Read more...] about Brendan Casper awarded scholarship by Saint Joseph’s
FGCU loses early lead to NJIT
Courtesy of FGCUAthletics.com DUNK CITY, Fla. - The FGCU men's basketball team (11-7, 2-0 A-Sun) let a big first-half lead get away against NJIT (9-9, 0-2 A-Sun), but the young and resilient Eagles clawed back in overtime to win their fifth in a row with an 82-78 decision Thursday night at Alico Arena. FGCU led by as much as 21 late in the first half, and by eight with … [Read more...] about FGCU loses early lead to NJIT
Atlantic 10 announces impressive Basketball Legends Class
Courtesy of Atlantic10.com NEWPORT NEWS, Va.— The 2016 Atlantic 10 Legends class, which features seven All-Americans, 11 professional players and 21 institutional Hall of Fame members, was announced Wednesday. The Legends program was established in 2013 to recognize men’s and women’s basketball student-athletes and coaches who have made a lasting impact on their … [Read more...] about Atlantic 10 announces impressive Basketball Legends Class