By Paul Gotham BUFFALO, NY -- Jim Baron has roamed the sidelines for nearly three decades. He has won more than 400 collegiate games, taken two schools to the NCAA Tournament and has his place in two separate halls of fame. Yet when it comes to talking about the city of Buffalo, Baron easily switches roles from head coach to cheerleader. “Buffalo is a great town for … [Read more...] about Baron has become one of Buffalo’s biggest fans
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Fordham’s Frazier is learning to be selfish
By Paul Gotham At 6-3 the Fordham Rams are off to their best start under fourth-year coach Tom Pecora, and Branden Frazier’s offensive production is a big reason. After averaging 14 points per game a season ago, Frazier has increased that number by four. Pecora and the Rams won’t mind if the senior guard continues to shoulder more of the scoring load. Yes, in this … [Read more...] about Fordham’s Frazier is learning to be selfish
Canisius falls at St. Francis of Brooklyn
By Paul Gotham BROOKLYN, NY – A relentless St. Francis of Brooklyn Terriers squad rode a strong second half to a 67-51 win over the Canisius Golden Griffins in non-conference action at the Pope Physical Education Center, Saturday. The Terriers, losers of their last two games, played like a team with a purpose. “You never know what you’re about until somebody hits you,” … [Read more...] about Canisius falls at St. Francis of Brooklyn
Resilient Fordham Rams rally for road win at Colgate
By Paul Gotham HAMILTON, NY – In a game which they never led by more than four points, Fordham’s Rams used a pair of second-half comebacks for a 77-73 road win over the Colgate Raiders in non-conference action at Cotterell Court, Tuesday night. Branden Frazier and Mandell Thomas combined for 45 points to pace the Rams. The tandem scored 26 after the break as Fordham … [Read more...] about Resilient Fordham Rams rally for road win at Colgate
Patsos on Baron: “He has a chance to play in the NBA”
By Paul Gotham BUFFALO, NY – Near the ten-minute mark in the first half of Sunday afternoon’s Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference matchup between the Canisius Golden Griffins and Siena Saints, Billy Baron connected for three from the top of the key. The senior point guard made a simple exchange with teammate Josiah Heath, found some room to move on the perimeter, stepped into … [Read more...] about Patsos on Baron: “He has a chance to play in the NBA”