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UAlbany has just announced that starting time for tomorrow's match is now 1:00 PM.
The threat of thunderstorms, for later in the afternoon, is the reason.
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7 hours ago, cwdickens said:
".....some who contributed more such as Joe Cremo and David Nichols who up and left for "bigger" and/or "better" programs."
Yes, some of us still bring up Joe Cremo and David Nichols, and you should note that I attributed their contributions in my comments. The reason for noting Cremo and Nichols is easy because that is when the transfer portal took a chunk out of UAlbany "where the sun does not shine".
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8 hours ago, jimbo said:
On the other hand you have one Jonathan Beagle. Excited to get him, excited to have him, looking forward to four great years and becoming the best big man to ever play here. We heaped praise as far as I can recall. A guy has gotta do what a guy has gotta do, but it apparently has bought us zero loyalty in return. He's looking to bolt after one year.
And why are some of us still surprised? Beagle name is added to a growing list of UAlbany players, some who contributed more such as Joe Cremo and David Nichols who up and left for "bigger" and/or "better" programs. I am of the opinion, many of us wonder why Beagle chose UAlbany in the first place. I think we now know, play hard, play tough and win several weekly rookie awards, a better place will come your way.
We are all feeling that kick-in-the knee experience right now with Beagle, this has happened before, and it is going to happen again.
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Per the NJIT schedule, the games are played in Union, NJ, one team will win their first conference game.Mar 31 (Fri) 11:00 AMAENewark, NJ
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Apr 2 (Sun) 3:00 PMAEUnion, NJ Kean Alumni Stadium @ Kean University
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The forecast is updated as of Friday morning for: Saturday
Rain before 2pm, then a slight chance of showers after 3pm. High near 68. Southwest wind 14 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. -
The Transfer Portal has become for most D1 men and women players, the empowerment tool of choice. If a student-athlete has a post season discussion with their coach concerning the season past and the student-athlete's prospects for the future which does not chive with that student-athlete's perception of themselves, you can count heavily on the student-athlete giving consideration to the Transfer Portal. Furthermore, many student-athletes are asking themselves, "Can I do better than what I am doing now?" The Transfer Portal has weakened the sense of team, which once surrounded many programs.
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On 3/28/2023 at 9:40 AM, cwdickens said:
Weather forecast for: Saturday
Rain. High near 63. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 90%.Why not, a bad forecast for what has been a dreadful season.Improving forecast:Saturday
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3 minutes ago, dslyank said:
Jimbo, Saw my first basketball game winter 1968. Thought DIII was BS; only went to another game or so that winter. Somehow, got hooked did not miss a game for 12 years. While some carried anti-war posters I carried a sign Start a Football program.
So while I agree with your post 99.9%, I also agree with 99 maybe some positivity from this blog would be HELPFUL?? As you say, a recruit doing his diligence has no problem seeing ALL the problems. I doubt they look at this blog anyhow, but if so, they don't need ALL our bitching to recognize an athletic program in the pits.
"Our incessant bitching" seems to have fallen on deaf ears anyhow. Don't get me wrong, when a program hits the pits like UA has, you fire the athletic director NO DOUBT. Maybe for our own peace of mind, some positivity and HOPE wouldn't"t hurt.
I am of the opinion that everyone that posts here would rather post in a positive manner; however, other than the SEFCU Arena renovation project there has been no other good news. The postings here are just a reflection of the reality of UAlbany sports.
That being said our coaches are ones on the front line and our coaches need to possess the skill set to close the deal with potential athletes. When your head coach in the America East you need have some finesse because you not associated with money, highly visible conference or even a successful NIL program.
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2 hours ago, Clickclack said:
Maybe DK will start recruiting...teams recruiting kids left and right...crickets from this program. A program that needs all the help they can get.
Seems like 2022 all over again, virtually nothing coming out on MBB Instagram except Marcus Jackson talking about his brother on the UCONN Huskies.
One would think some control chatter via social media could help in setting a tone and letting the fan base know an effort is being made to improve the situation. I am afraid Killings has been instructed to lay low or could there be "another shoe to drop" moment.
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25 minutes ago, dslyank said:
OK Ketner now gone--sort off.
Signed onto football team as a tight-end; Gattuso immediately moved him to defensive end.
Would this be an overstatement of Ketner's thoughts ... "love the school, if I want to find success in athletes here, I will have a better chance with the football team at this point". If so, it speaks to how difficult the MBB situation is.
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3 hours ago, bob87 said:
LOL.
I am sure he will justify that with "that is market" nonsense. Most lots were charging $25 to $40 for the recent ncaa basketball tournament at the knickerbocker.
Not that I paid that price .
I am giving consideration to letting CDTA bring me to the campus.
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2 hours ago, dslyank said:
Interesting point. Not sure many have been thinking this or not. But I have wondered, if Scott's commitments to the Native American teams, hosting PLL games and now being host for second round [elite 8 games] ncaa tournament are stretching him too thin?? I know these associations help in recruiting and bring notice and exposure to UA & UA Lacrosse. But they also come with a price & time & commitments.
Many on this blog have commented on how UA did NOT market, promote and expand from their ncaa experiences. I for one AM NOT seeing much benefits, growth, or results from Scott's extra curricular commitments (for lack of a better term)?
Wondering how the MANY feel?? All opinions and thoughts appreciated.
The PLL and NCAA are unlikely to be large distractions however; our past success have long been forgotten by current recruits. We have had few "surprises" in talent for the past five years and one would think that twenty plus years in D One Lacrosse, one would think we would reap much more benefit from UAlbany LAX Alumni, considering their coach is still here.
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Now the "downside" ... the cost of parking:
- SEFCU Parking Lot $40.00
- Dutch Quad Parking Lot $20.00
Now that soulds more like Vic pricing!!!!
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The price for my Gold Seat was so dam reasonable, I purchased the ticket being held for me. Considering this is a NCAA event for two games, it left me wondering why the Capital Cup Basketball Tickets were, in my opinion, so overly priced. The cost of the Quarterfinal ticket $40.00 plus $1.50 service fee compared to a normal UAlbany Gold seat is $18.00 for lacrosse.
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1 hour ago, AlbanyFan2018 said:
We've lost to UVM the last eight times, UMBC rising, Bryant looks solid and now I am seeing ranked in some polls. I love my Danes, but this is a pretty epic collapse of a program, and whether it is Benson or whomever, someone needs to stop living in the past and figure out what has gone wrong. I am tired of listening to Wyland's show on Monday and hearing nothing but coach speak and softball questions.
Sadly, whatever journalistic credentials Roger ever had and for that matter, in my opinion, his TV Station, have long left the building. Many of us have been left wondering is Scott just riding this latest contract extension towards his retirement and/or is his one other lacrosse commitment just enough of a distraction from his UAlbany position?
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With this team being a more of a "Dane Wreck", the fact that UAlbany is hosting one of two quarterfinal matches had become lost in the "fog of the season". A reminder was sent out last of today's deadline for season ticketholders.
2023 NCAA Divison I Men's Lacrosse Tournament
Quarterfinal Round - Tom & Mary Casey Stadium
Albany, NY
Saturday, May 20, 2023Season Ticket Holder Pre-Sale
Mark your calendars, lacrosse fans, the 2023 NCAA tournament is coming to Albany!
UAlbany will host two Quarterfinal games of the NCAA Division I Men's Lacrosse tournament on Saturday, May 20th in Tom & Mary Casey Stadium. Game times are scheduled for 12 PM & 2:30 PM, teams will be annouced at a later date.
UAlbany season ticket holders have been added to an EXCLUSIVE pre-sale. Season Ticket Holders have the option to purchase lacrosse regular-season ticket locations prior to public on-sale. Deadline to purchase your season ticket locations for the NCAA tournament is Monday, March 27 at 11:59 PM. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Tuesday at 10 AM. Be sure to add advanced parking to your order prior to checkout.
Click Here to Purchase NCAA Tickets. The link provided will bring you to your online account, you will need to log in and claim your seats prior to the deadline. Please direct any questions to GreatDaneTickets@albany.edu or call 518.442.DANE.
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The women teams continue their efforts this weekend Softball win 7-6 in nine innings.
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A bad weekend for Baseball .....
Mar 26 (Sun) 12:00 PMAE -
If you remember, I stated the importance of this past Saturday's match-up was to the season. With that said, the need to re-group and play for a win is essential to avoid relying on others to determine if we make the America East Conference Tournament. UMBC's record is 6-2 against somewhat soft opponents.
Apr 1 (Sat) Time Change to 1:00PMAE
Baseball - Games 18, 19 & 20 Conference Games 4, 5 & 6 Mar 31 (Fri) 2 & Apr 2 (Sun) 1 Union, NJ Kean Alumni Stadium @ Kean University
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