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  1. dslyank
    I pretty much agree with everything. But doubtful about your comment that UA probably has enough offense to compete? Tonight they scored 83 pts because umbc's defensive is/was almost as bad as UA's. Against good defensive teams, IMHO UA will revert to NOT scoring enough. I am afraid UA is just as bad offensively as defensively. Pick a reason: low basketball IQ on BOTH ends of the court; BAD coaching; lack of talent; and more. Probably all of the above and more. Not sure I'd include effort as a reason UA is SO bad; for the most part I think the kids are really trying hard {maybe trying too hard??}.
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    Bingo beats Nhamp by 18. Maine loses to umassL by only 2. UA in a lot of trouble. Looking directly in the eye of a 9th place finish in league. I know it’s early, but guessing winless on the road; maybe sneak a couple wins at HVCC???
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    I know it’s early; but I’d wager neither of these teams will have a representation on the AMEAST all defensive team
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    Is anybody watching?😂😂
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    NM
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    Unless of course being "UP" and having the talent to perform SO does not equate.🙄
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    +1
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    Agree 100%. Plus, IMHO shooting is and has been a major issue {maybe the major issue} with this team and also last year. It was IMHO also an issue the last few years in the Brown era. Not to resurrect a dead horse, but Brown's teams could overcome poor shooting with hard defense and at least some semblance of an offensive strategy and they alway/usually had a time out play in their arsenal to stop a run, or get a few points at a crucial time. DK's teams do not appear to be able to play "D" at all and have no offensive way of overcoming bad shooting [ike attack the boards for instance.] Now, I am definitely NOT trying to compare an experienced Brown with DK who basically has 1+ years as a head coach. So back to my original point, and that I am just aghast how bad this team shoots the ball from behind the arc, in the paint, and even lay-ups. Sure the other team is going to exploit good outside shooting by pressing out and collapsing in against bigs and a strong inside game. This team seems to have neither and seems to miss TOO many open shots. Early in the year someone disputed a poor shooting comment I made, by showing statistically UA was pretty average. I wonder if that is still true, but doubt it. And if the #s do contradict my opinion that poor shooting is a major issue, I do not think anyone can argue with the fact that UA simply does NOT score enough points.
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    72, Thanks for filling in the blanks and helping my old grey cells as Hercule Poirot would say. Layton with the Catalon connection and yes Temple; and Parker were/are exactly who I was remembering. Forgot about Coleman. As you say, probably not drafted; but definitely Fordie's that played in the NFL
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    +++
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    Total embarrassment today. DK needs to re-evaluate "something". It may already be too late????????????????????????
  12. dslyank
    OK; but Gattuso has been a &#036:iena-stain a A LOT longer.
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    Cannot remember his name; but I recall a tight end under Ford who played a couple of games in the NFL. Not Sure if he was drafted or one of those after draft signees? Maybe I'm wrong? Also punter (sister was a news reporter for CH13) transferred to Tennessee I think; pretty sure he was drafted, not sure if he ever played in a NFL game. Also, a number of others from Ford era had invites to NFL camps; not sure if you want to count these or not?
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    Reddish among the missing again. No points. OPINIONS: is/has he been over rated on this blog; just in a slump; or just giving up on UA???
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    Roster now up. Gash is listed. DU transfer from Denver (thought you meant Duke) TJ Sheehan #1, listed as sophomore from Rockville CTR. Only noticeable cuts of note Pessimetti & Tanner Hay (but brother Camden is ON the Roster.) Palandjian is BACK. Did not look that close, might have missed some.
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    When was the last time Reddish scored? I’m probably wrong, but seems to be averaging 2-3 per game for the last several, including a zero or two?
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    Got pretty close; up by 13. Went a good 4-5 with nothing. Probably can live with that, but you are right 8-10 is a killer.
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    Well I watched on ESPN. I thought UA competed hard. But IMHO they really just do not have the horses to compete at Mid+Major level. Perhaps when they get to conference play they will be more in their element & be respectful???? Loyola was by no means a power; but have/had enough to hold UA at bay. Maybe the lessons learned with UA’s tough OOC schedule will prepare them for the AmEast; but even though I’m Trying to stay optimistic, the bottom line is Got to have the talent. Really NOT convinced that they do?
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    Davis played 6 minutes, missed a lay-up; a short jumper was blocked the full length of the court, that led to dunk; and with 1.1 seconds on the shot clock passed the ball back behind himself, instead of throwing up something or trying to get fouled? Box score had him 0 for 2 shooting; not sure what the other miss was, unless the blocked shot counted as a miss. He is playing himself out of the rotation. Not sure if he is trying too hard, or just too nervous; but seems totally lost out there??
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    Nice summary! I also am trying not to get too excited; but I agree there were some impressive moments yesterday, albeit vs a terrible LI
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    SCREW THEM.
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    Not sure the moving of Wadsworth to Harriman means UA assuming control. TU article this AM did not mention Wadsworth. I know it has been speculated. Have you seen anything official that UA is assuming control of Wadsworth? The tweet above mentions the 750 mil move to Harriman; but nothing about Wadsworth UA merger??
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    OK. We still have a coach; how about a roster & schedule?? TU article mentioned 10 home games?? Usually rotates from year to year 6 to 8 home games. Not sure how you get 10 in a schedule that is usually 14-16 total games; but I like it, if true. Some information about the team, recruits and who they are would be nice. Also, by now season ticket prices and deadlines would have been out for a while??
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    As long as I am ranting about Benson doing NOTHING for Lacrosse; let me go one further & give an example where he actually impeded & even embarrassed the program. HEADstrong Foundation Nick Colleluori Classic is a fall ball scrimmage which has been held for many years. It consist of 8 men’s & I think 8 women teams split over 2 weekends. Hofstra & John Hopkins are sponsors & the tournament raises money in support of a Hofstra alumni. UA participated in this event on several occasions. The fall after UA’s final four appearance (& the beginning of UA fall from power), UA was awarded as a site host. It was suppose to be in Casey stadium with Hopkins, Vermont & Army. Not sure the exact timing but at some point Benson said the games could not be played at Casey because there was a football game @ 3pm. The lacrosse games were scheduled for 10 & 12 with a brief ceremony to follow. Benson said he could not delay the football game & would not be able to get the field ready. Fellon Field was supposedly getting new turf & also un-available. The games were played in the mud on make shift fields to right (looking north) of Casey. Little or no seating for fans with awful sight lines. Attendance & monies raised were diminished. UA has NOT been invited back to this prestigious event since, even though they had been involved several times previously. IMHO, Scott, UA Lacrosse, & the University overall were embarrassed by Bensons refusal to accommodate the event. When, I complained bitterly I was told to back-off & even was threatened be blocked. Know what, I don’t care anymore.
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    Sorry I'm with those who have been/are tough on Ketner. As I recall he did not even start playing BB, until a Sophomore & Junior in High School. While I certainly respect your opinion, he has been a project since day 1. Was a walk-on last year and only offered a scholie at the end of the year [after the fiasco with Fizaluch NOT getting his promised scholie {not that I'm saying these have anything to do with each other.}] But IMHO Ketner did not show me anything last year and I've seen every home game including scrimmages & P&G scrimmage; and still am un-impressed. But to answer your question, he did not dress yesterday--part of the mysterious "illness" going around UA BB.
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