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SMC keeps it close, can’t overcome offensive woes against Gonzaga
By Kellan King St Marys came into their game against #1 Gonzaga with little expectations. Almost no team has been able to keep it close against the Zags, and they have 3 of the best players in the country. But when SMC went up 22-12 10 minutes into the game, that feeling changed. The GaelsContinue reading “SMC keeps it close, can’t overcome offensive woes against Gonzaga”
USF wraps up non conference, prepares for WCC play
The USF Dons wrapped up their non conference schedule at 6-4, a record that at face value may non look great. While 6-4 may be worse then in past years, it was actually a pretty successful non conference schedule. The Dons played a very tough schedule that included 3 power 5 schools, and a winContinue reading “USF wraps up non conference, prepares for WCC play”
Gaels wrap up Crossover Classic
By Kellan King Saint Marys wrapped up their trip to South Dakota today with a 72-59 win over South Dakota St. They were led by 25 points from Sophomore Alex Ducas, in addition to double digits from Jabe Mullins and Matthias Tass. The Gaels got off to a strong start, leading 25-7 around 10 minutesContinue reading “Gaels wrap up Crossover Classic”
Dons down Virginia!
By Kellan King In the biggest upset of the young season, and the biggest USF win since 1981, USF shocked the world and took down #4 Virginia. The Dons were led by 33 points from the backcourt of Jamaree Bouyea and Khalil Shabazz, and were boosted by 13 team threes. The Dons were scrappy, andContinue reading “Dons down Virginia!”
WCC Preseason Power Rankings
By Kellan King 10. Portland Pilots Portland has had a rough couple years, only winning 1 conference game in the past 2 seasons combined. They have shown some improvement though, and this year they could take another step, as they return all but 1 rotational piece. The Pilots could up to 5 conference games thisContinue reading “WCC Preseason Power Rankings”
KJ Costello, representing the Pac 12
By Kellan King Over the weekend, former Stanford QB KJ Costello dominated the defending champs LSU, throwing for 623 yards and 5 touchdowns in his first game for Mississippi State. In doing this he not only led his team to a huge upset as 14.5 point underdogs, but he and Coach Mike Leach proved thatContinue reading “KJ Costello, representing the Pac 12”
GCU’s new coach, Bryce Drew
By Kellan King Grand Canyon has the potential to be one of the premier mid majors in the country. They have a huge budget (they are a private for profit school with over 100k students online and in person), and one of the best student sections in the country. Despite these 2 advantages over otherContinue reading “GCU’s new coach, Bryce Drew”
Pepperdine Preview
By Kellan King Pepperdine is one of the up and coming teams in the WCC. They’ve made improvements the past 2 seasons, and are looking to take another step forward this season, and compete with the elites of the WCC. One of the big questions for the Waves this offseason was whether star guard ColbeyContinue reading “Pepperdine Preview”
MGM Resorts Main Event Preview
By Kellan King The MGM Resorts Main Event tournament will be a 4 team tournament in Las Vegas, featuring Louisville, Arkansas, San Francisco, and Colorado State. It will take place on November 20-22 at T Mobile Arena, and will benefit Coaches vs Cancer. The Matchups: Colorado State vs San Francisco Arkansas vs Louisville Colorado StateContinue reading “MGM Resorts Main Event Preview”