By Aaron Smith PHILADELPHIA, PA. -- Plain and simple usually go together. That wasn't the case for the University of Dayton women's basketball team on Sunday afternoon. With a trip to the Atlantic 10 championship game on the line, Dayton's focus was plain: slow down Temple's Shey Peddy. Keeping the A10's Player-of-the-Year in check, though, was anything but … [Read more...] about Dayton’s defense proves to be the difference
Cassie Sant
Xavier’s foundation for the future is in place
By Abbey Gotham CINCINNATI, OH -- Dayton didn’t take long to forge ahead in Sunday’s A-10 matchup with Xavier. The combination of a tenacious full court press and trapping defense prevented the Musketeers from scoring until the 15:32 mark. Senior Patrice Lalor scored Dayton’s first five points, one fast break layup and a three from the top of the arc. Cassie Sant added … [Read more...] about Xavier’s foundation for the future is in place
Hoover Dazzles As Dayton Tops SJU
PHILADELPHIA – The University of Dayton improved to 10-4 and 2-0 in Atlantic 10 action with a 65-51 win over Saint Joseph’s Tuesday morning at Hagan Arena in front of 2,451 fans who were part of the “Fieldtrip to the Fieldhouse” promotion for area youth. It was the Flyers’ first road win and the Hawks' first home loss of the 2011-12 season. SJU, who has a 38 RPI, dropped to … [Read more...] about Hoover Dazzles As Dayton Tops SJU