MBB: Liberty League

[platinumondubs]

Where were the rowdy Engineer fans for their home game against Union when they lost by 14?

We were there... it was real loud.  Union had a bunch of people there too.  The refs threatened to hit RPI with a technical if the people with noisemakers kept using them.  Also, the refs complained to Griff multiple times about the 20-30 fans sitting in the stands directly behind the Union bench, because apparently you can't yell at another team in Division 3.  During this past weekend's games, the fun police came out and cordoned off the first three rows of bleachers behind both benches.  Makes me wish I went to a D1 school where enthusiasm was allowed.

The Union mothers are such babies... they kept screaming to "shut them up" and "that's unsportsmanlike," when the most that was being said was "you suck."  They should watch the game on TV if they can't handle that.

We ran into Union on one of their good days, and we played as poorly as we have all season.  It's gonna be a much different game Saturday.  RPI will win big.

[hopefan]

Platinum  -   As an ol time RPI player and good buddy of Griff's who now lives out in the midwest, I appreciate your support  -  your antics sound pretty much like what I see out of the 'rowdies' when I go to Wash U games here in St Louis.   Keep up the good work....  and hey, post more often.... I love hearing what's going on with RPI hoops.....    good luck this weekend....

[buck1053]

Where were the rowdy Engineer fans for their home game against Union when they lost by 14?

We were there... it was real loud.  Union had a bunch of people there too.  The refs threatened to hit RPI with a technical if the people with noisemakers kept using them.  Also, the refs complained to Griff multiple times about the 20-30 fans sitting in the stands directly behind the Union bench, because apparently you can't yell at another team in Division 3.  During this past weekend's games, the fun police came out and cordoned off the first three rows of bleachers behind both benches.  Makes me wish I went to a D1 school where enthusiasm was allowed.

The Union mothers are such babies... they kept screaming to "shut them up" and "that's unsportsmanlike," when the most that was being said was "you suck."  They should watch the game on TV if they can't handle that.

We ran into Union on one of their good days, and we played as poorly as we have all season.  It's gonna be a much different game Saturday.  RPI will win big.

Sounds like it will be a good atmosphere, and that the last game had that too. My question had more to do with the fact you seemed to think because the fans will be traveling to Union that will make the difference. Obviously, since you were there for the home game, there is no evidence that fan support correlates with a win.

But, I do support fans right to cheer on their team while insulting the opponent. It seems like more and more these D-III schools have to police things to the point of taking the fun away from the fans. Interesting note about the Union moms, there was a group of St. Lawrence parents complaining about fans at their game at Union when a group of Union alums were yelling at the Saints players and Downs. They were asked to be quiet. Ridiculous.

[with age came?]

If anybody has the "gall" to go 2 & 0 this weekend I think they are in.   I am putting my money on Hobart.  They seem to be playing very good ball and "holding serve" on their home court. With that prediction I may be putting the "Knights" on the outside looking in.  Hamilton almost has to go 2 & 0 to stay in and I am afraid they will lose at least one, but in this league, this year, nothing is for certain except that you can "stick a fork" in Vassar (they are well done).

[magicman]

Hobart tops visiting Hamilton 81-67. Statesmen place 5 guys in double figures led by Tim Llewellyn's 17 points. Mark Bruce follows with 13, Matt Pebole has 12 Rezin Davis adds 11 and Stefan Thompson chips in with 10. Hamilton's Patrick Sullivan is the game's high scorer and has a double-double with 20 pts and 10 rebounds. Ken Click adds 16, followed by Ephraim McDowell and Dayne Harris with 11 each.

Hobart and travel partner Hamilton will host Clarkson and St. Lawrence this Friday and Saturday with the regular season crown and all 4 playoff berths still up for grabs among every team but Vassar who has been eliminated from post season play.

[magicman]

New Regional Rankings were released earlier today. Here's the East Region:

Through games of Sunday Feb. 7th 2010

East Region: In-Region Record followed by Overall Record
1. St. John Fisher 17-4 18-4
2. Stevens 16-4 16-4
3. Medaille 19-2 20-2
4. Oneonta State 15-5 16-5
5. New York University 13-6 14-6
6. Nazareth 14-6 15-7

For a complete list of all the regions click on this D3Hoops link:

http://d3blogs.com/d3hoops/category/ncaa-stuff/regional-rankings/

['gro]

Where were the rowdy Engineer fans for their home game against Union when they lost by 14?

We were there... it was real loud.  Union had a bunch of people there too.  The refs threatened to hit RPI with a technical if the people with noisemakers kept using them.  Also, the refs complained to Griff multiple times about the 20-30 fans sitting in the stands directly behind the Union bench, because apparently you can't yell at another team in Division 3.  During this past weekend's games, the fun police came out and cordoned off the first three rows of bleachers behind both benches.  Makes me wish I went to a D1 school where enthusiasm was allowed.

The Union mothers are such babies... they kept screaming to "shut them up" and "that's unsportsmanlike," when the most that was being said was "you suck."  They should watch the game on TV if they can't handle that.

We ran into Union on one of their good days, and we played as poorly as we have all season.  It's gonna be a much different game Saturday.  RPI will win big.

I don't lurk or post in here (LL Football is the home) but I have to laugh at the comment abount Union player's moms... it was a crybaby union mom that got myself and friends kicked out of ghetto-pettos (geppettoes bar) after RPI beat Union in football a few years ago. Was with a mixed group of RPI and Union alums, and all behaving ourselves, but some of us had the gall to wear RPI clothing to a "Union party". Waaaaa, go fill up your volvo's gas tank on tears.

[hopefan]

Wish the football room boys would rally and give old bud Griff some support over here!!!!

I get a real kick out of reading your stuff in the football room!!!

[platinumondubs]

RPI loses at Skidmore 92-80 after Skidmore shots 55% from 3 PT.  The refs were horrible both ways, calling 21 fouls on both teams.  They must have bet the over a la Tim Donaghy.  An especially egregious call at the end of the first half when Skidmore clearly carried the ball out of bounds with 1.2 seconds remaining.  One of the zebras swallowed his whistle and time expired.  Griff was justifiably upset.

Game was close at half, but only because RPI had the big advantage in FTs in the first (17 versus 4).

Skidmore's entire offense is drive and kick to Lowry or Altimar.  They won't take it in the paint against RPI's Danny Martin (who should win ROY).

[magicman]

Once again the Liberty League teams struggle to win a road game as all 4 visiting squads go down to defeat.

St. Lawrence loses at Hamilton 65-60. Hamilton's Pat Sullivan with scoring honors as he has 21 pts on 8 of 12 shooting from the field. E McDowell added 15 pts. Garrett Sharlow led the Saints just missing a double-double with 15 pts and 9 rebounds. Nick Meunier added 14 pts and Ralph Temgoua chipped in with 13

Clarkson loses at Hobart 85-65. Matt Pebole was the games high scorer with 20 pts and came within 1 rebound of a double-double as he snagged 9 boards. Stefan Thompson followed with 17 pts and Mark Bruce added 12 for the Statesmen. Clarkson scoring leader was Rey Jefferson who came off the bench and hit for 19 pts. Elson Pickering was next with 14 pts and now is only 2 pts shy of 1000 for his career. Jonathan Hood had 10 pts and 7 rebounds.

Union drops visiting Vassar College 67-57. Joey Lokitis had 22 points to lead all scorers, followed by Drew Goldstein with 13 and Matt Covucci with 10. Vassar scoring had Casey Black with 20 pts and Caleb McGraw added 17.

RPI visits Skidmore and falls 92-80. Brian Lowry came off the bench and led a group of four Skidmore players in double figures with 16 points. Jeff Altimar finished with 13 points, while Jon Douglas  scored 10 and Gerard O'Shea added 11 points. The Red Hawks were led by Tim Rupp with 16 points and eight rebounds. Ricky Philatre followed with 12 points and Jeremy Bull added 11.

We're almost where we were a few weeks ago when 6 teams were tied for the lead. Now there's only a 4 way tie for 1st between SLU, Skidmore, Union, and Hobart, all with 7-4 records with 3 games left to play. The possibility exists of a 5 way tie heading into the final game of the season and ending up with a 4 way tie when it's all said and done. What a long strange trip it's been!! Hard to bet against the home teams tomorrow either. Maybe RPI can buck the trend with a win at Union.

[platinumondubs]

Well Union is officially a bunch of a-holes.  They kicked two RPI fans out today for rooting for RPI.  Unbelievable.

I'd give you the game analysis, but I was one of the guilty fans.

[magicman]

Results from Saturday's Liberty League action.

St. Lawrence wins on the road against Hobart 105-98.

Clarkson travels to Hamilton and comes away with a much needed victory 64-52 to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Union edges visiting RPI 64-59.

Skidmore handles visiting Vassar 74-61.

After Saturday's results three teams are tied for top spot. St. Lawrence, Skidmore, and Union are all 8-4. SLU appears to be in the best position as both the other 2 teams have to travel north next weekend to take on the Saints and Clarkson. SLU is the only team that has clinched a playoff berth. With today's loss Hamilton is out of the playoff picture. If either Union or Skidmore go winless in their final 2 games it's possible that they could go from 1st to 5th and miss the playoffs. Clarkson, Hobart and RPI are still alive for a playoff spot. Clarkson and RPI need to win out to have any chance and still may need help. If Hobart wins their final 2 games they're in. RPI with a Tuesday game at Vassar needs to take care of business there before facing Hobart on Friday.   

[buck1053]

Well Union is officially a bunch of a-holes.  They kicked two RPI fans out today for rooting for RPI.  Unbelievable.

I'd give you the game analysis, but I was one of the guilty fans.

Platinum, not that this will make you feel any better, but I witnessed some Union basketball alums nearly get kicked out of the gym during the Union-Clarkson game -- at Union -- because the Clarkson parents were complaining. So, probably the only thing that saved them was the fact they were potential donors, that's kind of how Union rolls. And I know they -- and most likely you guys -- weren't even close to the kind of abuse that Hamilton students rain down upon opponents, the opposing coaches and their fans.

[platinumondubs]

RPI smacked Vassar real hard

Playoff scenarios, anyone?

[hoopmang7]

anyone have any predictions on coach, player, rookie of the year and all conference teams?