Courtesy of GoXavier.com BINGHAMTON, N.Y. - The Xavier women’s basketball team picked up an 89-71 road win at Binghamton behind a balanced offense that saw six players score in double figures. The Musketeers improve to 3-1 on the year. Xavier led 8-2 in the opening minutes of the contest before the Bearcats (1-2) went on a 12-2 run to take a four-point advantage (14-10). … [Read more...] about Six Musketeers Score in Double Figures, XU Defeats Bearcats 89-71
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Cleveland sneaks out a victory in first battle against Chicago
(This article originally ran on The High Screen on Nov. 3, 2014.) By: Joe Mags The Bulls and Cavaliers, in some order, were rightfully fixed atop every Eastern Conference prediction. The reasons why are self-explanatory. Chicago won the East in consecutive seasons in 2011 and 2012, amassing a 75.7 winning percentage the last two seasons where latter-day MVP Derrick Rose … [Read more...] about Cleveland sneaks out a victory in first battle against Chicago
Hurley’s Bulls will keep ’em guessing
By Paul Gotham BUFFALO, N.Y. – Bobby Hurley is relying on unpredictability. The second-year coach of the UB Bulls has not lost his way, but opponents might want to take note. Those scouting reports from the last four years? Find the nearest recycling bin. Drag them to the upper left corner of the screen. They are of no use going forward. Hurley and his Bulls have … [Read more...] about Hurley’s Bulls will keep ’em guessing
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Canisius Golden Griffins 2014-15
Compiled by Paul Gotham Counting down to tipoff and previewing the incoming freshmen of the MAAC with a look at the first-year players of the Canisius Golden Griffins. The Griffs finished 21-13 (14-6 MAAC) and fell in the first round of the 2014 CIT Tournament. Jim Baron and his staff welcome four true freshmen to campus: Jan Grzelinski, Isaiah Gurley, Raven Owen … [Read more...] about Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Canisius Golden Griffins 2014-15
Lehigh’s Kempton looks to add to his role
By Paul Gotham BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Lehigh’s Tim Kempton might look less traditional this year. That’s if all goes to according to head coach Dr. Brett Reed’s plan. Kempton, the reigning Patriot League Rookie of the Year, made his living a season ago with his back-to-the-basket game and pick-and-roll combinations. If the Mountainhawks are to challenge for the PL title, they … [Read more...] about Lehigh’s Kempton looks to add to his role