By TIM IRVING COVID-19 has forced RIT men’s hockey coach Wayne Wilson to constantly shuffle his players, especially the goalies and getting number one starter Logan Drackett some rest is key. So, with a home-and-home series against Mercyhurst, he called on Kolby Matthews and the sophomore responded with a 31-save performance and a 2-1 victory for the Tigers over the … [Read more...] about Tigers, Matthews Edge Lakers
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Bonnies prepared for Billikens’ physicality in Saturday face-off
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Kyle Lofton doesn't need a refresher on what transpired the last time St. Bonaventure visited Chaifetz Arena. "It wasn't even a game," Lofton remarked Thursday. "We talk about that stuff every day. We just look at it like, 'Alright, this is it. It's not gonna happen anymore.'" That meeting last March 7 served as a play-in for the Atlantic 10 Tournament's last … [Read more...] about Bonnies prepared for Billikens’ physicality in Saturday face-off
Bonnies have avoided league’s pitfalls
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO The result made waves through the Atlantic 10, including, though not limited to, the team afforded two extra days of scouting. The Saint Louis Billikens, who were considered league favorites before and during their month-long COVID-19 pause, met an upset-minded La Salle team in Philadelphia on Wednesday and fell 82-75. Once thought to be NCAA Tournament … [Read more...] about Bonnies have avoided league’s pitfalls
St. Bonaventure hoops alum Stinson remembered as teammate, friend and family man
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Peter van Paassen never thought of Andy Stinson as a walk-on during their three years as St. Bonaventure men's basketball teammates. "One thing about Andy, he could jump. He would dunk on you if he had the chance," Van Paassen, one of the stars of the Bonnies' 2000 NCAA Tournament team, recalled with a laugh. "We took him serious." Stinson, who led … [Read more...] about St. Bonaventure hoops alum Stinson remembered as teammate, friend and family man
Embracing his past, Luke Pavone takes life head on
By PAUL GOTHAM Luke Pavone carries the mental image with him wherever he goes. He needed some fresh air, a break from the condolences, from the hugs, from the tears, from the prayers being offered up for his family. He exited the funeral home through a side door and made his way to the parking lot. There he caught a glimpse of the impact that his late father had on the lives … [Read more...] about Embracing his past, Luke Pavone takes life head on