Goose beat me to it but yea Onunaku has been suspended the rest of the year according to SU's website. This could give SU some problems however I know now that Coach Harris will have the guys ready for every game. Goin to invstigate this one a little more.

OK so I picked 2 of 3 correct for last nights games....UNFORTUNATELY my Hornets weren't one of them.  Def. didn't make it down to CNwho, and for some reason the audio feed was all screwed up on my computer but it seems like there were enough of you captains fans there. OK....good game guys. It appears I underestimated this Blasingame kid, impressive stats for the first conference game.

SU was off their game if they shot 35 percent on the night. I'm sure Coach Harris didn't let them forget that after the game and still won't tonight in practice. Gotta give the guys some credit though, its gonna be a tough season. SU shot 35 percent for the entire game and only lost by 4, thats not exactly bad, but its not good either. It appears CJ had his team ready to keep us off the glass and defend our big men. Lawrence, ONUNAKU (Swish), and Brodie totaled 18 points. This is never good, look for them to come alive on Saturday vs. NC Wes..

Speaking of NC. Wes., the bishops lost to Chowan last night in OT 85-99. The Bishops had 4 players in double figures with Arrington and Hall leading the way with 29 and 18. Like I said in the earlier post, these guys pretty much are the team, especially if they both played 42 minutes. Something thats different is....I'm not seeing 2 names on the Bishop roster that I saw a week ago. Anyone know where Spears and Moore are??

Looks like Chowan took offense to being boosted out the USA SOUTH....5 players in double figures 3 of which (Lathan, Artis and Hambrick) with at-least 10 boards each.


Swish where ya been?

Oh and Gullett....great backcourt   ....need a bench though.

Good luck to the Hornets on Saturday..

HAS ANYONE SEEN RUMPLESTILSKIN THIS YEAR?

Gullett....its good to see you have a good thought process about the outcome of tommorrow.

SU @ CNwho....close game for the captains, look for it to slip out of their grasp around the 8 minute mark in the second half. W for SU!!!

Averett @ Ferrum.....Averett...looks like another long year for Ferrum.

Methodist @ GC..... Hmm tough one here. Methodist will slip in the 1st half, then come roaring back to win in OT, and then all the rumors about GC having the best back court will finally be put to rest.

GO SU.....beat CNwho are the captains!!

Quote from: cnu85 on January 10, 2006, 03:49:11 PM
hoopshops, welcome back.....the answer to your question depends on the person you ask....if you ask Narch - MC is looking for a leader, if you ask Shotblocker - MC has no heart to win, if you ask someone else - it's the tough schedule...if you ask me, goos, and captj - mc will be just fine come conference play.

Hey 85, time to increase the prescription for your glasses, apparently you read it wrong. I can tell you and Captj were'nt in the same english class, as he observed my spelling error, meanwhile you take it out of context. Not your fault then again its not my fault you couldn't follow. Lets try this again... My spiel about heart doesn't apply solely to MC, it applies to every team for every game. If I thought MC didn't have any heart to win, I wouldn't have said they'll finish 4th. I'm sure someone will step up and lead them to a respectable conference record. Just won't be better than SU's. 

Appreciation shouts go out to all who read, understood and replied.

So before conference play starts...any rumors about teams. Who's joined a team since the semester started? Anybody quit a team since the semester started?

GO HORNETS!!!

BEAT CNwho!!!



ps- My opinion on VT's season in relation to MV-2. Not to take anything away from the O-line, D-line, DB's, Receivers, Tailback, Fullback, and Coaches. But in my opinion, their entire season was somewhat of a fluke. Capt. in-case you don't understand this one, I'm saying it was luck!. Why? Because Vick didn't play last year and Randall did just fine leading his team. Vick's definitely not playing college ball next year so yea...I say he got lucky this year. In order to be a good QB you have to prove yourself at-least 2 seasons. MV-2 has permanently damaged the family name. MV-1 went to bat for him saying stuff about how Marcus throws a better ball or something like that and MV-2 repays him like this? Heard Mike even flew down to bail him out. If I were MV-1 the 1st thing I'd have done when he came out of the jail would be something along the lines of a slap followed by a "what the hell is wrong with you!!".

But anyway, thats my opinion, back to basketball.

GO SU!!!

PS- That nonsense about GC with the best back court in the conference.  Yea right...and if I walked to work I'd make it there faster.

My predictions......
SU 8-2 with a solid schedule big bodies inside, shooters on the outside. Makes a good combo.
Averett 9-4 they've got things turned around.
MC 2-9 despite their record they always play well in the conference.
CNU 9-3 like Narch said, to young to win it all.
GC 4-7 only if their great backcourt keeps them ahead. 
NCW 2-9  Capt said it best....underacheivers again.
FC 4-9 look for them to lose 1st 3 of 4 conference games.

OK...I've remained quiet, I haven't said much because its been out of conference play and I've been to busy to try to get a blurb in on yalls discussion. But with conference play being 2 days away, I had to add my 2 cents. I'm sure you all know it was coming anyway.  Now this is just a warning but I'm gonna be getting on some, more than others, not saying you other people are safe, but I've got a couple things to say and some fires to start. (Besides I cracked on one of my own SU fans earlier, which I'll address further down.) If you have a problem with it then obviously you've never read anything I've posted in the past and don't know that I could care less.    Bring some water its about to get HOT in here.

First of all, ALL the coaches read the post on this board, if the head coaches don't read it, than the assistants do, if they don't than the SID's do and report to them. Why? Because coaches want feedback too, there isn't 1 coach who has a perfectly sound program that even a little feedback isn't needed. This page is the easiest way of getting opinions and comments on coaching style "without knowing who they are". Last year I was asked by a coach to watch what I say because and I quote "dude, the primary objective hasn't been reached yet". Sorry coach, its a new year!! 8)

And the players....wheww.. the players definitely read this page because they wanna know if their the "talk" of the page. I was recently informed that a certain player thought I was trashing his garbage game when I was actually talking about a fellow SU poster with the same name. Hmm...I'm willing to bet the reason he thought this was because he didn't read into what was said. One day while skipping or in class he probably jumped on the page to see who said what, thought he saw his name and got mad. Didn't look into what was actually said because it IS pretty funny and was an inside joke between me and B-SPEARS. But I digress because after looking at it, I suppose I could be right about the other guy. 

(Hmm...getting a little warm in here)

Next...oh yea this whole strength of schedule thing is bogus. Sure if any D3 team went out and played Duke, NOVA, Memphis or any D1 school in the top 10, it'd be a little lop sided. Point is, teams aren't losing because its the strength of schedule, its the strength of heart. Teams who want the W more win it. I'm sure some loses can be credited to the "oh we're gonna blow these guys out" perspective. If a team shows up to play and plays like they want the W, then they'll get the W. Aside from CNwho's schedule of-course.

LEADERSHIP is the name of the game and right now no-ones leading Methodist. Don't get mad because you know I'm right. Porter led yall last year, as he went the team went. Sometimes he'd have to carry the team which is what a leader should do. Right now the void still needs to be filled for yall and I'm sure someone will eventually step up. Coaches play a big part in being leaders but they can't do it all. My coach would tell us " I can't take and make the shots for you, but I can put you in position to take the best shot possible". And 9 out of 10 times he was right, its on-court leadership that some teams are lacking and it shows in their record. A team that practices harder, argues lesser, and works as 1 cohesive unit will win more games than the team with 5 hot heads who don't see things eye to eye on and off the court. CNwho has always had leadership, SU has always had leadership, right now someones leading Averett, MC always has leadership (just having trouble finding it right now), usually NC Wes. has leadership, and back when GC had M. Morgan yep they definitely had leadership.

Biggest OOC surprise thus far goes to Averett at 9-4 they're playing well and it seems like they have some shooters. I'm not saying the 1 vote yall got is something, because look at where SU was ranked preseason. Good luck to the cougars. Definitely gonna be at this game.

(Here's a coaching hint...just a thought but instead of the match up man 2 man, shift to a 3-2 zone with the high outside players sliding to the middle when the balls on the farside of the court. If a man slips to the corner for the 3, have the low man go get him but everyone else has to ROTATE. This won't work if your team doesn't talk though. Hell, might not work anyway. Its just a thought, I'm no coach. YET!)

The award for the poorest OOC performance goes to....NC Wes.. The strength of schedule thing is out the window because they've had double digit leads and blew it. You can't blame the coaching on that.

(Its like a fireplace in here....screw it lets throw another log on)

-Some Sarcasm..
Someone explain to me how Ferrum (4-9) has a better record than both Methodist and NC Wes.. Which by the way were picked 1 and 2 in the USA South in preseason polls. Since I've already addressed Methodist, lets switch gears. Its surprising to see that the leaders on the team aren't the seniors, its definitely not the juniors. But the sophomore and freshman seem to be handling things.Hall and Arrington are averaging 16 and 14 respectively, better hope these guys don't get hurt or it'll be a long season for the Bishops. Thompson is molding these 2 guys into players, as both shoot the 3 well and can take care of the ball. Now all he needs to do is find 3 more.

You know its bad when you can tell the opposing team "easy win for you guys tomorrow, good luck in the championship" and be right. Or watch 12 minutes of game then be able to predict exactly what the end result will be and I've got witnesses on this one...wait a minute... what a coinsidence.. 12   

(It's like someone set the temperature on hell in here)

Can one of you CNwho fans remove your lips from Romeo's and CJ's butt and tell me whats up with Purdham. He was pretty good in high school and I figured he's waited his turn.

(I think I hear the fireman coming)

Lastly....

HOW about them Hornets at 8-2 going into Wednesday vs. CNwho. Coach Harris and staff have the fellas thinking they can win, not to mention they're playing very well right now. Onunaku has emerged as a leader with supporting roles from Johns, Hale, Townsend, Griffin and Lawrence. But I can't discredit the team because everyone's doing their part and playing good team ball. I also see that  James Brodie is back this year, if I recall he played pretty well 2 years ago. Its always good when you have a big body who runs the floor well and have a good touch on his shot. Watch for Onunaku, Lawrence and Brodie to turn some heads inside the paint. While Townsend, Griffin, Hale and Johns, hurt yall from outside.

Might have to make the trip to CNwho.

For all you posters....

Lets look at LAST YEAR and give our thoughts on who we thought would emerge as a leader this year. Total of 3...2 leaders and 1 alternate.


Until tommorrow....

OK...I've remained quiet, I haven't said much because its been out of conference play and I've been to busy to try to get a blurb in on yalls discussion. But with conference play being 2 days away, I had to add my 2 cents. I'm sure you all know it was coming anyway. Now this is just a warning but I'm gonna be getting on some, more than others, not saying you other people are safe, but I've got a couple things to say and some fires to start. (Besides I cracked on one of my own SU fans earlier, which I'll address further down.) If you have a problem with it then obviously you've never read anything I've posted in the past and don't know that I could care less.  Bring some water its about to get HOT in here.

First of all, ALL the coaches read the post on this board, if the head coaches don't read it, than the assistants do, if they don't than the SID's do and report to them. Why? Because coaches want feedback too, there isn't 1 coach who has a perfectly sound program that even a little feedback isn't needed. This page is the easiest way of getting opinions and comments on coaching style "without knowing who they are". Last year I was asked by a coach to watch what I say because and I quote "dude, the primary objective hasn't been reached yet". Sorry coach, its a new year!!

And the players....wheww.. the players definitely read this page because they wanna know if their the "talk" of the page. I was recently informed that a certain player thought I was trashing his garbage game when I was actually talking about a fellow SU poster with the same name. Hmm...I'm willing to bet the reason he thought this was because he didn't read into what was said. One day while skipping or in class he probably jumped on the page to see who said what, thought he saw his name and got mad. Didn't look into what was actually said because it IS pretty funny and was an inside joke between me and B-SPEARS. But I digress because after looking at it, I suppose I could be right about the other guy.

(Hmm...getting a little warm in here)

Next...oh yea this whole strength of schedule thing is bogus. Sure if any D3 team went out and played Duke, NOVA, Memphis or any D1 school in the top 10, it'd be a little lop sided. Point is, teams aren't losing because its the strength of schedule, its the strength of heart. Teams who want the W more win it. I'm sure some loses can be credited to the "oh we're gonna blow these guys out" perspective. If a team shows up to play and plays like they want the W, then they'll get the W. Aside from CNwho's schedule of-course.

LEADERSHIP is the name of the game and right now no-ones leading Methodist. Don't get mad because you know I'm right. Porter led yall last year, as he went the team went. Sometimes he'd have to carry the team which is what a leader should do. Right now the void still needs to be filled for yall and I'm sure someone will eventually step up. Coaches play a big part in being leaders but they can't do it all. My coach would tell us " I can't take and make the shots for you, but I can put you in position to take the best shot possible". And 9 out of 10 times he was right, its on-court leadership that some teams are lacking and it shows in their record. A team that practices harder, argues lesser, and works as 1 cohesive unit will win more games than the team with 5 hot heads who don't see things eye to eye on and off the court. CNwho has always had leadership, SU has always had leadership, right now someones leading Averett, MC always has leadership (just having trouble finding it right now), usually NC Wes. has leadership, and back when GC had M. Morgan yep they definitely had leadership.

Biggest OOC surprise thus far goes to Averett at 9-4 they're playing well and it seems like they have some shooters. I'm not saying the 1 vote yall got is something, because look at where SU was ranked preseason. Good luck to the cougars. Definitely gonna be at this game.

(Here's a coaching hint...just a thought but instead of the match up man 2 man, shift to a 3-2 zone with the high outside players sliding to the middle when the balls on the farside of the court. If a man slips to the corner for the 3, have the low man go get him but everyone else has to ROTATE. This won't work if your team doesn't talk though. Hell, might not work anyway. Its just a thought, I'm no coach. YET!)

The award for the poorest OOC performance goes to....NC Wes.. The strength of schedule thing is out the window because they've had double digit leads and blew it. You can't blame the coaching on that.

(Its like a fireplace in here....screw it lets throw another log on)

-Some Sarcasm..
Someone explain to me how Ferrum (4-9) has a better record than both Methodist and NC Wes.. Which by the way were picked 1 and 2 in the USA South in preseason polls. Since I've already addressed Methodist, lets switch gears. Its surprising to see that the leaders on the team aren't the seniors, its definitely not the juniors. But the sophomore and freshman seem to be handling things.Hall and Arrington are averaging 16 and 14 respectively, better hope these guys don't get hurt or it'll be a long season for the Bishops. Thompson is molding these 2 guys into players, as both shoot the 3 well and can take care of the ball. Now all he needs to do is find 3 more.

You know its bad when you can tell the opposing team "easy win for you guys tomorrow, good luck in the championship" and be right. Or watch 12 minutes of game then be able to predict exactly what the end result will be and I've got witnesses on this one...wait a minute... what a coinsidence.. 12 

(It's like someone set the temperature on hell in here)

Can one of you CNwho fans remove your lips from Romeo's and CJ's butt and tell me whats up with Purdham. He was pretty good in high school and I figured he's waited his turn.

(I think I hear the fireman coming)

Lastly....

HOW about them Hornets at 8-2 going into Wednesday vs. CNwho. Coach Harris and staff have the fellas thinking they can win, not to mention they're playing very well right now. Onunaku has emerged as a leader with supporting roles from Johns, Hale, Townsend, Griffin and Lawrence. But I can't discredit the team because everyone's doing their part and playing good team ball. I also see that  James Brodie is back this year, if I recall he played pretty well 2 years ago. Its always good when you have a big body who runs the floor well and have a good touch on his shot. Watch for Onunaku, Lawrence and Brodie to turn some heads inside the paint. While Townsend, Griffin, Hale and Johns, hurt yall from outside.

Might have to make the trip to CNwho.

For all you posters....

Lets look at LAST YEAR and give our thoughts on who we thought would emerge as a leader this year. Total of 3...2 leaders and 1 alternate.


Until tommorrow....

Congrats to AU. Didn't believe it until I checked the home page, and the D3 board. Thats a good confidence booster going into the break.

SU beats Mary Washington by 6. 77-71. Didn't make it to the game but I heard they looked good at times, and a lil sloppy at others. Its alright though, a win is a win. Especially with 4 players in double figures. Watch out come conference play, its looking like its gonna be a tough one this year. 2 more OOC games left (Davis/Elkins & Lycoming).

All....(no wait)...MOST of the teams appear pretty solid and yes a good point has been made regarding strength of schedule. That being said,

Here's my prediction....

1. SU (We'll have some close games down the road but I think SU will manage to pull them out. )
2. Methodist (They'll pull things together but come up short without veteran ledership)
3. CNU (They always seem to hang around the 2 or 3 spot)
4. AU (Will surprise some teams down the line and may even take the 3 spot from CNU)
5. NCW (They'll definitly challenge teams this year and may make a move up towards the 3 spot somewhere around mid-season, but I think thats about it.) Maybe even a 3 way tie for 3rd. I've seen crazier things in the USA South conference. 
6. GC
7. FC


Looking forward to  Jan. 11 (first game of conference play vs CNwho.)

GO HORNETS!!!!!

Quote from: Monarch96 on December 13, 2005, 05:01:25 PM
This board is great I enjoy reading about teams in the USA South. I do have a couple of opinions. 1st Montrell McNair and Jason Childress both from Methodist College should get strong consideration for 1st team on the All-Time team.  They led MC to the elite 8 and Jason was an all-american.  Montrell put up huge numbers and was as good as anybody at the 2-3 spot.  I think one of them should be in over White from Shanandoah. He scored alot, but didn't play any D. Go Monarchs

Sup guys hope all is well in your seperate parts..... Just a couple things. I'll address this Monarch kid with this....SHUT YOUR MOUTH when you speak of Al White not playin any D. The tapes I saw of him, show a couple of opponents shots goin into the bleachers, or the other way down the court for a dixon lay-up or a White dunk. The man had more game in his right pinky finger than you ever will in your whole career. Got a problem with it, meet me on the court and I'll show you a couple things White could do. And I'm sure I know a couple other people I could hit up who'd love to show you their game too.

Second, thanks to Narch for the update on MC.

NCW lost to Virginia Wes.!! 

Quote from: captj on December 12, 2005, 06:13:36 PM
Hey, I just figured it out... narch is actually ALL of the posters on this board (except me). 

Hate to disappoint you but contrary to popular opinion, no Narch is not everyone on this board. How's everyone doing in non conference play? I'm surprised someone...anyone from CNU hasn't listed game by game stats and scores. Anyone know how NCW looks this year? Anyone care? (Probably not). Since team records have yet to be posted, I'l take it upon myself.

CNU- 5-1 (Impressive, but 2 of those came against Southern Va., 1 in OT, and another is that MD Bible win that your currently talking about) Next game vs. Frostburg State shouldn't give yall problems. Unless yall committ 10 TO's again. Which apparently...is possible.

SU- 5-2 (THERE YOU GO Fellas, keep getting it done. Next stop MWC. I'll be there!! Oh and an interesting fact, this is the 3rd time in 4 weeks an SU player has been named conference player of the week. Hale, Onunaku, and Lawrence...GET EM!!)

AU- 5-3  Next up Newport News then Maryville TN.... This is just a hunch but I'm thinkin 2 straight loses for the cougars.

Now is when it starts to dwindle....

MC- 2-5 (I'm sure yall won't be there for long, but honestly, anyone care to comment on whats going on down there?) Spring Hill's up next... How will yall do indeed??

NCW- 2-5 (5 players who can't play together can't win! enough said) Hampden Sydney is next and we know how the ODAC hates losing to the USA South. OH yea they're 6-0 too. Virginia Weslyan beat NCW by 35, (then beat CNU), and lost to HS by 12. Hmm...Advantage HS.

GC- 2-3 Next up North Carolina- Greensboro...doesn't look good.

FC- 2-6 Next up Davis and Elkins, who they should beat as they already have, but hey, this is Ferrum we're talkin about. Oh and then they have to go play EMU.


So there it is, and after looking at it, I see why no-one has really commented on whats going on. But hey, maybe MY post will attract some attention. They usually do. Good luck to all in you upcoming 'games'. (could've said something along the lines of 'loses', but I'll hold my tounge)


Someone clue me in on pre-season rankings!!

GO HORNETS!!!!!

Yawnnnnn......Wheww, seems like I sleep a little longer every year. Much like those who sleep on the Hornets but I'll get to that later. Its a new year and I better start things off on a good foot. Still no love lost for CNU so yes you'll probably be the first on the sarcasm scale. BUT, I also owe NCW some sarcasm shouts so maybe this year won't be as bad as last. But then again, it could. . But onto the subject at hand, All time All American squad from SU....hmm, I'll agree with Spears...

1. J. Dixon
2. A. White
3. R. Merriwether
4. B. Blake
5. C. Jones  (Maybe)

With Ted. "Nice" Davis as a runner up.
Him and Merriwether together were sick.

OH and Spears if we went on a scale of who continuously shook you or dunked on you we'd have to add a few more to the list. I remember 1 occassion where Brashears hit you with a lazy crossover followed by a 3 ball all in your face. And another occassion where Camp caught a Oop on you, that oop WAS tossed by Merriwether though, so I guess I'll cut you some slack. You were just in the wrong place at the wrong time. If I had to list all the people who crossed Spears up, it be something like....and I'll use nicknames so you know who I'm talkin about. Plus it'll save you some humility. 

And the list as of now....
Tig. (RIP-missed but never forgotten), C-Rock (numerous times), Shelton, Brashears (he shook you so bad you wanted to fight), Swerv.*, Bonzi, Jenks, FOOTS*, Bad News got you a couple times, Bates, MO* (always caught you sleeping in the paint), Mighty Mouse T squared (sometimes when he wasn't trying to), CORBIN (YES I said CORBIN), JRock, Chico.....the list goes on and on. Its ok though, because in most cases you weren't the only one to get shook, J'd up or Dunked on.

See, no-ones safe!!! I cut on my own people, but they know its all love because in the end we're all up for winning the USA South and beating up on CNU, MC, and NCW.

SU is 5-2. Start strong finish strong. GO HORNETS!!