By Paul Casey Gotham BUFFALO, NY -- Rarely can one play dictate the outcome of a basketball game. Tom Parrotta and his Canisius Golden Griffins found out Thursday night that a single possession can represent an entire contest. Ben Averkamp led a second half rally as the Loyola (Chicago) Ramblers defeated Canisius, 59-45 in non-conference action at the Koessler Athletic … [Read more...] about Loyola (Chicago) dissects Canisius, 59-45
Harold Washington
Struttin Blues: Philly Big 5, Gaels go Green and Carlito Brigante
Gathered from game notes by Paul Casey Gotham. A look at this weekend's games of note. This thing lightin' got your thunder want to crack'n Struttin' blues want to find me again. Saturday, December 17 Iona (8-2/2-0) at Vermont (4-6) 1 PM "Flying 'cross the land. Tryin' to get a hand. Playin' in a travelin' band." Tim Cluess and his Gaels continue their road show with a … [Read more...] about Struttin Blues: Philly Big 5, Gaels go Green and Carlito Brigante
Iona spoils Canisius home opener, 69-57
By Paul Casey Gotham BUFFALO, NY-- Imagine taking a wild stallion from the open range and placing it in a pen. That's what the Canisius Golden Griffins did Friday night. Playing its home and conference opener against pre-season favorite, Iona, the Griffs chose patience over reckless abandon. The scheme worked for 30 minutes. Then the stallion broke free. Momo Jones … [Read more...] about Iona spoils Canisius home opener, 69-57
Canisius fights off Longwood
FARMVILLE, VA. -- Canisius junior Harold Washington had a career-high 30 points and junior Alshwan Hymes added 24 points on five 3-pointers as the Golden Griffins went on the road and defeated Longwood 87-83 Tuesday night in Willett Hall in Farmville, Va. The win improves Canisius to 1-1 on the year, while the Lancers slipped to 1-2 with the loss. Washington finished the … [Read more...] about Canisius fights off Longwood