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After not seeing pre-game hype about the UMass - Amherst game, I checked to see what if anything was posted recently on the UAlbany MBB Instagram account however what I discovered was that the men's basketball Instagram account status is now a private. The account status previously was public, which allowed anyone to see what was posted and to comment about the postings. I checked other UAlbany team's Instagram accounts, and all remain public. I have seen a few mildly vile posts on the MBB postings. Was the account hacked? I do not know. If the MBB Instagram account remains private and viewing to a select few, this adds to my opinion that the Athletic Sports Administration has become overly sensitive and attempting to shield itself from criticism from its fans. Some of the posters on the forum have said the people in power within Athletics read and/or have knowledge of what we post. Many of the Athletic powers must be unhappy with us.

Instead of waiting for Dwayne Killings develop his game time coaching skills and bring maturity to his coaching staff, there may be a solution already on campus. My thought: Allow the MBB program borrow from the WBB program a person who possesses the maturity and game time coaching skills currently lacking with the men's program; allow Gina Castelli to join the MBB coaching staff for the balance of the OCC schedule. Her resume is below: A summer 2021 hire, Gina Castelli is the Executive Coach for Program Development and Pleyer Relations. In this unique, administrative position, Castelli will be able to utilize her expertise in leadership, mentorship, and management. Her perspective and insight will help the student-athletes win on and off the court, help the coaches and staff develop, and contribute tremedously to the Great Danes' championship culture.Castelli returns to the Capital Region following an eight-year stint at Le Moyne College. She led the Dolphins to six winning seasons, including a career program-best 26 victories during the 2018-19 season. That same season the Dolphins won the NE-10 title for the first time in program history, defeating Bentley in the conference championship game. Castelli next led her team to the first two NCAA Tournament victories in program history, advancing to the East Regional Championship. Before arriving at Le Moyne, Castelli spent 22 seasons as the head coach of Siena, accumulating a program-high 336 victories. With the Saints, Castelli was named MAAC Coach of the Year five times and led Siena to seven MAAC regular-season championships and one MAAC Tournament title. Castelli coached 39 All-Conference players at Siena, including seven Players of the Year and four Rookies of the Year. She also boasted a 100% graduation rate among her student-athletes. Castelli also has stops at the University of Rhode Island and Marquette University in her career. She graduated Canisius College in 1986 with a degree in Physical Education and Athletic Training. Yes, this is outside the box however; the MBB program needs out-of-the box thinking. Gina arrival with the WBB program has in part, led to its resurgence.

On October 22, 2022, Peter & Dominque welcomed into world their baby girl Lainey Rose. Lainey Rose came into the world at a healthy 9.1 lbs. Congratulations to the Hooleys, their families and best wishes to the newborn.

Men's Basketball Set to Compete in Sunshine Slam

Who will win the America East Regular Season title? BigPurpleFans can make their choice....

Still looking to meet the coaches and the team, received this email this morning: Hope everyone is doing well!! Our team wants to personally invite you and your family to our Halloween Night on Sunday, October 24th from 2pm to 4pm in SEFCU Arena! Enjoy a day of hanging out with our team, trick or treating, games, and music! RSVP via the link below!! https://admin.ualbanysports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=37 UAlbany Men's Basketball

From today's Times - Union: https://www.timesunion.com/sports/article/UAlbany-men-s-basketball-player-coach-continue-16520108.php

The ASP - Albany Student Press is reporting "New UA Basketball Coach approaches season without a finalized contract." The ASP is reporting the University will only confirm Dwayne Killings salary of $365,000 per year. How long has Coach Killings been here? (Answer known) Wonder who is holding up finalizing a deal? Is this part of the new mentality? The ASP - Albany Student Press posted a "statement" on their Instagram, which I saw in a folder of things I might be interested in but do not follow. The link to ASP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albanystudentpress/

Per an Instagram posting to the UAlbany MBB account .... a "Meet and Greet" is scheduled for this Saturday in the SEFCU parking lot ..... LOL ... really not the first since half the team shows up for the UAlbany Men's and Women's soccer match usually seat in Section 104. ualbany_mbb Come hang out as we support @ualbanyfb this Saturday night! Meet our guys, grab some food, and play some games with us 🥳🎵🍔 We'll be out from 4:00PM - 7:00PM in the SEFCU lot 🚗 Grab a ticket to the game via the link in our bio 🔗 #BeGreat #GoDanes #MENTALITY #UnleashGreatness

An interesting selection....Stetson Grad...High School Coach experience: Men’s Basketball Welcomes Graduate Assistant Matt Cioce

Spectrum News is playing a segment involving Dwayne Killings Summer Leadership for our basketball players....so if Spectrum is your cable provider in the State of New York....you likely have a chance to watch the segment

For those who may have not received Dwayne's email: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I_H2BEwfZGHz2nI6b_flQthGyT8p04ox/view

I guess every milestone is worth celebrating: Today is the 100th day of Coach Killing as UAlbany Men's Basketball Coach....follow the link to the UAlbany MBB Instagram account to see a presentation of all the accomplishments in the first 100 days..... https://www.instagram.com/ualbany_mbb/

Please follow the link over to the UAlbany MBB Instagram account... and share what you are thankful for today..... https://www.instagram.com/ualbany_mbb/

For those who are interested, you can follow Dwayne Killings "Road Tour" ..... nearly daily postings on the UAlbany MBB Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/ualbany_mbb/