Playing zone defense keeps tight rotation on floor for Fordham By Joe Manganiello BRONX, N.Y. -- Sophomore Jermaine Myers made his second consecutive start for the Rams, playing 29 minutes and adding three assists in the 79-75 victory over Manhattan. He is arguably the Ram that has most benefited from a depleted roster, as Fordham has seen junior Ryan Canty leave the … [Read more...] about Fordham Rams use seven to defeat rival Manhattan Jaspers
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Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2013-14
Counting down to tipoff and previewing the incoming freshmen of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference with a look at the Manhattan Jaspers. Manhattan endured plenty of injuries in 2012-13 and registered 14 triumphs (nine in MAAC play). Steve Masiello's Jaspers advanced to the conference finals before falling to Iona, 60-57. Masiello welcomes three freshmen to … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2013-14
Jaspers adjust, FINALLY make it back to MAAC Title game
By Ronak Patel Springfield, Mass. -- There were enormous expectations coming into this season for Manhattan and for second year head coach Steve Masiello. Last season, the Jaspers won 21 games, a 15-game improvement from the prior season. The Jaspers were picked to finish second in the MAAC Preseason Poll by the coaches. They were returning nearly the entire team saved … [Read more...] about Jaspers adjust, FINALLY make it back to MAAC Title game
Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2012-13
The countdown to tipoff continues with the Pickin Splinters series featuring the freshmen of the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference. Next up is the Manhattan Jaspers. In year one of the Steve Masiello tenure with Manhattan the Jaspers finished 21-13 and earned a spot in the CIT Tournament. Masiello and his staff welcome five freshmen to Riverdale: Paul Bayt, CJ Jones, … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2012-13
Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2011-12
October ushers in the official start of college basketball as teams begin practices. Follow along as Pickin’ Splinters highlights the incoming classes of the MAAC that are “signed, sealed and delivered.” Time to look at the Manhattan Jaspers. Manhattan lost to Siena 68-66 in the opening round of the MAAC tournament. There is a new wind blowing in Riverdale. Steve Masiello … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: Manhattan Jaspers 2011-12