By Paul Gotham In what can best be described as a decision born out of necessity, the University of Dayton Flyers have transformed themselves into one of the most efficient offenses in the country using a lineup with guards, guards and more guards. Opponents fend off relentless pressure as UD ballhandlers go off the dribble with the choice between finishing in the lane or … [Read more...] about Pierre is Dayton’s axis
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Kendall Anthony, Jordan Sibert and the A10 Slate
Tuesday night's results in Atlantic 10 men's basketball. Compiled by Austin Speaker Richmond 57, IUPUI 53 Anthony and Jones combine for 30 and Spiders hit 10 three-pointers to edge over IUPUI. BYU 77, UMass 71 Brigham Young prevails in overtime thriller. La Salle 83, Hofstra 74 Price leads the way with 28 points as Explorers shoot 58% to stay perfect on the road. G. … [Read more...] about Kendall Anthony, Jordan Sibert and the A10 Slate
Bona Advances To Semis Amid Emotional Week
By Ryan Lazo RICHMOND — There is no denying St. Bonaventure University's Quarterfinal clash with La Salle University was more than just a game. Sure, it was the first game for the No. 2 seeded Bonnies who may need to win the Atlantic 10 Tournament outright to earn a bid into the NCAA Tournament. But their postseason hopes and resume-building needs were not the most … [Read more...] about Bona Advances To Semis Amid Emotional Week
Bonnies use second-half surge to upset La Salle
By Taylor Nigrelli ST. BONAVENTURE, NY -- After a litany of close calls against superior Atlantic 10 opponents over the past two years, the Bonnies (12-7, 2-3) were finally able to close out as they defeated the La Salle Explorers (11-7, 3-1) 66-51 Wednesday night. “That was the best that we’ve played all year,” Head Coach Mark Schmidt said. “We talked about finishing, … [Read more...] about Bonnies use second-half surge to upset La Salle
Explorers, Hurricanes, Shockers and the Sweet Sixteen
Four games help decide the Elite Eight. Here's a snapshot of each contest. East Region Semi-finals No. 2 seed Miami Hurricanes vs. No. 3 seed Marquette 7:15 p.m. at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. Miami is 2-2 all-time against Marquette, winning a pair of games at home and dropping the two road contests. The Canes first faced the Golden Eagles on March 5, … [Read more...] about Explorers, Hurricanes, Shockers and the Sweet Sixteen