By MIKE BUNDT The summer grind is often regarded as the quiet period of the college basketball calendar but don’t tell that to Patrick Beilein. The first-year Niagara head coach is looking to evaluate his program after a busy 12 weeks at the helm. Beilein has filled out his roster with six incoming recruits, finalized his coaching staff and went on a multi-city caravan … [Read more...] about Niagara’s Beilein searching for Purple Eagles identity
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Bona Mailbag: Planutis expectations, lineup predictions, conference realignment
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO You had questions about the Bonnies, Atlantic 10, Syracuse and conference realignment. Presenting the first Pickin' Splinters edition of an Intrepid favorite, Bona Mailbag. Q: What are you expecting from (Bobby) Planutis? A: In the official release of Planutis's transfer to SBU, coach Mark Schmidt said, "Bobby really fits in our system and with the … [Read more...] about Bona Mailbag: Planutis expectations, lineup predictions, conference realignment
Full circle experience leads Bremer into coaching
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO The relationship between J.R. Bremer and Joe Lombardi is proof that the “Bona Bubble,” a term affectionately coined by the St. Bonaventure community, is not limited to the university’s alumni. If you have a connection to the school, you’re liable to sustain those ties long after you leave Olean. Lombardi hasn’t been on the St. Bonaventure men’s … [Read more...] about Full circle experience leads Bremer into coaching
Column: Poyser’s Bonaventure exit was best for both sides
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO St. Bonaventure is no stranger to the college basketball transfer market. Two Bonnies, Melkisedek Moreaux and Tshiefu Ngalakulondi, sought a change of scenery after the season ended. Moreaux switched to Division II Mercyhurst, while Ngalakulondi chose Fairfield University. Five SBU players have transferred over the last four offseasons. Would-be rising … [Read more...] about Column: Poyser’s Bonaventure exit was best for both sides
New Bonnie English: “Every expectation was met”
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Mark Schmidt looked Gia Holmes in the eyes and was direct as ever about the 6-foot-4 teenager in the room. "I believe this is the best fit for your son," Schmidt said. As they returned home to Detroit, Holmes and her son agreed with the 12th-year coach. St. Bonaventure's campus reminded Jaren English of Ranger College, where he spent his freshman … [Read more...] about New Bonnie English: “Every expectation was met”