MBB: MAC Freedom League

[naismith]

CC,

Figures.....

Aren't you the guy who missed every layup during pre-game drills?
Or are you the guy that holds the Old Forge record for lifetime FG % at 0?

Heard your nickname was "Air" something or other.....(and not Jordan) .......

Scoring and Bawling again ...heh....CC

Oh well,

there goes my karma point....lol

Naismith

[cold_case]

I struck a nerve.
Mission accomplished!

[NEPAFAN]

I struck a nerve.
Mission accomplished!

Something going on behind the scenes here?

[ljk]

Wilkes coaching staff used a little John Chaney strategy, utilizing a 1-3-1 zone defense against FDU, with a 6'5" chaser at the top and their point guard in the back.  FDU countered spilting the top man with 2 quick guards who used ball movement and reversal, and their quicks to get wide open 3 point looks.  Emslie was impressive, showing range and a nice shooting touch.  He nailed (5) 3's and finished with 23 points.  The other guards, Dillon and McPherson, combined for (3) 3's and 22 points .  FDU is a bit undersized but are quick.  They are a senior laden team who kept their composure during Wilkes 2nd half run.  I thought Wilkes could have pounded the ball inside more, taking advantage of some of the mismatches.  However, when they did enter the ball to the post, the players did not go strong to the hoop (only 11 free throw attemps), and had trouble finishing.  Kresge looked a lot better and Gabriel starting is a good move.  He's very active with a lot of energy.  Circle your calendar for Feb. 3 for revenge game against Del Val.  Colonels need a W!

[naismith]

Good analysis ljk....

NEPA,

CC's a perennial all D3 Instigator .
Based on his karma, he may be the all time leading Instigator.....

In fact, I herby nominate Cold Case to the HOF of D3 Instigators!!

Before, however, once can be admitted, he must undergo a number of tests:

1) IQ test------------------------------------------------any IQ's above plant life are automatically disqualified
2) Drug Test---------------------------------------------some form of stimulant  or depressant is mandatory
3) DWP Test  (drinking while posting)--------------another mandatory standard


Once CC can verify he meets all standards, (should be no problem) we will hold induction ceremonies at Arcaro and Genell's in Old Forge...(the Washington Monument is occupied)
Colonel John has graciously offered to pick up the tab.
Coach Bess will give the into.
Can't wait to hear CC give his ever humble acceptance speech.

Naismith



Naismith

[Pat Coleman]

Good analysis ljk....

NEPA,

CC's a perennial all D3 Instigator .
Based on his karma, he may be the all time leading Instigator.....

Step outside your own board and see the rest of Division III. Not even close.

[cold_case]

Yeah, what Pat said.

Nais, do you really want to make this personal?
Anyway, I expect Wilkes to "score the ball' enough today to post a victory over DV.

[naismith]

CC,

Maybe we should go to Weehawken for a duel???

DV is not on tap today.....
DeSales is the opponent......bout that IQ thing....lol

Naismith

[Coach K]

Thoughts from the Desales vs. Wilkes game.

Desales has the look of putting things together, Wilkes looked like a team struggling for an identity. Kresge couldn't throw it in the ocean, which is rare, because he really was a special player in HS. No inside presence to match up with Stricker. Desales just too overpowering at the guard spots. Great ball movement and decision making. Wilkes was one shot and done as well offensively, and when that wasn't happening, they were a turnover machine. Disappointing to the faithful Wilkes fans who travelled down to see the game.

[Leo The Lion]

Coach K,

What's really upsetting is being upset by DelVal in the prelude to the Scranton game.

[naismith]

Leo,

Welcome to the topsy turvy Freedom League 2007.

FDU, Drew and Del Val posting some wins with perennial playoff contender Wilkes cellar dwelling and Lyco struggling..

This week should settle a few things or the plot thickens.
U have DeSales after Scranton this week.
Win them both and u occupy the catbird seat.

Lose them both and u will be looking over your shoulder.

At the moment, it looks like Scranton, Kings, DeSales and FDU are the playoff chosen.
Lyco appears to be the only team in position to make a run for the 4th spot.
They have 5 conference losses. 8-6 might make it.

Lyco has Wilkes and Drew this week. Those are very 'winnable' games. That could put the Warriors at 5-5 setting up
a key confrontation with Kings.

Leo, as to Scranton,  I think with Kings 'size' they can match Bicknell and crew on the boards. I do believe, however, that Scranton may be a step quicker especially at guard.  I also think that the Royal marksmen are superior. It shoud be a very physical and interesting matchup. If the zebras call it tight and Scranton's big men get in foul trouble, Kings has a very good chance of sweeping the series. If they 'let them play', I think Scranton's overall team speed will prevail.
My line Royals -6.

Naismith

[cold_case]

Nais,
Royals -6?
Do you think Scranton will score the ball three more times (two via 3's) than King's?
In regards to "the test," A&G's is out. Not enough room to hold the large throng that would attend.
Rinaldi's is a good spot. I'll also get that dinner.

[NEPAFAN]

Huge game Weds night. Was anyone at the Scranton-Kings game earlier in the year? Care to provide some insight? I believe that game was called pretty tight, Kings went to the line 20+ times?   


A little upset that Kings lost to Del Val, JP will have em workign extra hard for the game at the Long Center.

[NEPAFAN]

http://www.masseyratings.com/rate.php?lg=cb&sub=III&mid=6


Scranton Ranked #40, Desales #81, Kings #97, and for nostalgia, Wilkes......#167. Don't know the implications of these ratings....are they like the RPI?

[Pat Coleman]

Kind of. But you're citing Massey's "BCS" style rankings. Their "RPI" style rankings are here:

http://www.masseyratings.com/rate.php?lg=cb&sub=III&mid=1