WBB: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

hoopscoopsmiac · February 14, 2007, 09:23:44 AM

I thought you might all enjoy this quote from the Men's Side on DIII Hoops by Dunkmachine: "Here is a (DOUBLE who cares) for any women sport in the MIAC or in the world for that matter. I'd maybe even rather watch "From Justin to Kelly" instead of girls trying to play sports (especially basketball)."

Truly, has he ever watched a MIAC Girls Basketball Game? I'll admit it was enough to get me fired up last night.

Collegeville Magic · February 14, 2007, 09:37:42 AM

Predictions for V-Day games?

1. Katies @ Tommies -- in the battle for 5th, I'm going with CSC by 2 (UST will keep it close with their elbows and forearms, but not score quite enough)
2. Blazers @ Pipers -- CSB by 11, the matchups favor St. Ben's again, and Hamline is booted from playoff contention
3. Cards @ Christians -- Bethel by 18, but who cares?
4. Scots @ Knights -- not picking the upset this time of year, Carleton by 12
5. Ugs @ Cobs -- Concordia by 55, and Augsburg announces their intention to drop out of the MIAC for a year, pending their upcoming loss to Bethel on Saturday
6. Oles @ Gusties -- GAC by 20, starters finally get some rest before ending the regular season at Carleton's cave.

LA RAMS · February 14, 2007, 11:34:46 AM

St. Kates vs. UST - Just judging how UST pounded the Kitties over at CSC last month I think you have to go with the Tommies at Schoenecker. Still, you never know for sure what UST team will show up even though the Tommies are on something of a roll as of late. Definitely the intriguing matchup of the night.

CSB vs. Hamline - Would love to see the Pipers pull of the upset and stay in playoff contention but just don't see it happening.

SMU vs. Bethel - Christians in this one though it's too late to make a difference for them.

Macalester vs. Carleton - The Knights had better win this one or I will not be happy.

Augsburg vs. Concordia - Corn

St. Olaf vs. GAC - Gusties with relatively easy win though Oles can be pesky.

gacbacker · February 14, 2007, 11:09:05 PM

Wow, the Blazers really gave it to Hamline tonight huh? I've really been left unimpressed with the Hamline coaching staff...they showed the least strategy of all the teams the Gusties have played as far as trying to stop Monahan and Vadnais and then they allow the Blazers to attempt 29 three pointers...apparently the Pipers haven't heard of a scouting report.

Well it looks like the Gusties will need the Tommies to pull the upset on Saturday and the Gusties will have to win at Carleton in order for the Gusties to earn a share of the conference title.

Pat Coleman · February 15, 2007, 01:23:06 AM

Quote from: hoopscoopsmiac on February 14, 2007, 09:23:44 AM
I thought you might all enjoy this quote from the Men's Side on DIII Hoops by Dunkmachine: "Here is a (DOUBLE who cares) for any women sport in the MIAC or in the world for that matter. I'd maybe even rather watch "From Justin to Kelly" instead of girls trying to play sports (especially basketball)."

Truly, has he ever watched a MIAC Girls Basketball Game? I'll admit it was enough to get me fired up last night.

Dunno -- has he ever watched an MIAC women's basketball game either?

Korn Lover · February 15, 2007, 05:30:15 PM

Cobbers cruise on Senior Night. Augsburg is so hapless it's a sorry sight.

She Scores- See you Saturyday

Go Gusties!

Collegeville Magic · February 15, 2007, 06:38:13 PM

The Blazer win at Hamline was a pretty ugly one. It turns out that not only basketball skill deficiencies are a concern with the program. Last night, we saw a "Bethel-esque" display of rotten sportsmanship and cheap shots on a few occasions that I thought hadn't spread any further than the Christians and the Tommies.

If it weren't for a rough night from the free throw line (and shooting percentage in general), CSB would have easily cracked the 100-point barrier, with only two starters playing 20 plus minutes.

Big game on Saturday against UST, as I hope the Blazers can finish the regular season on a high note (on senior day) and wrap up a spot alone in first place. I predict a 15-point victory, as I don't expect the shooting woes CSB had at UST will be as much a concern.

Any thoughts on GAC-Carleton? Tammy seems to get the "troops" (and I mean that literally, in some cases) fired up this time of year, so I expect a close game either way.

Go Blazers!!

oh yeah, and Tommies Suck!

Nites · February 16, 2007, 09:19:44 AM

Quote from: Collegeville Magic on February 15, 2007, 06:38:13 PM
The Blazer win at Hamline was a pretty ugly one. It turns out that not only basketball skill deficiencies are a concern with the program. Last night, we saw a "Bethel-esque" display of rotten sportsmanship and cheap shots on a few occasions that I thought hadn't spread any further than the Christians and the Tommies.

If it weren't for a rough night from the free throw line (and shooting percentage in general), CSB would have easily cracked the 100-point barrier, with only two starters playing 20 plus minutes.

Big game on Saturday against UST, as I hope the Blazers can finish the regular season on a high note (on senior day) and wrap up a spot alone in first place. I predict a 15-point victory, as I don't expect the shooting woes CSB had at UST will be as much a concern.

Any thoughts on GAC-Carleton? Tammy seems to get the "troops" (and I mean that literally, in some cases) fired up this time of year, so I expect a close game either way.

Go Blazers!!

oh yeah, and Tommies Suck!

After a rocky start, CSB has had a fabulous year. Their depth is incredible. However, they lack the "go to" player that is so critical in the playoffs. That's why I think the Gusties will win the MIAC playoff. Their dynamic duo of Vadnais and Monahan will carry them. Both are experienced and have been through it before. Of course, they aren't unbeatable either. I will not be surprised if they get ambushed tomorrow in Northfield. Tammy will have her troops ready to go.

gacbacker · February 16, 2007, 05:49:08 PM

I'm not that worried about tomorrow's tilt with the Knights, I'm more worried about a possible semifinal match-up with the Cobbers.

Korn Lover · February 16, 2007, 09:00:36 PM

Nites, GAC- Pending the expected outcome tomorrow in Winona and a win vs. the Kitties, we relish another tight one in St. Peter!

Good luck to all!

Be careful in Northfield...it's Tammy time!

CSB, put on the extra pads, the Tommies are getting away with murder this time of year. But if Marty is officiating, you'll be fine. He and Mike are tight I hear.

Willy Wonka · February 17, 2007, 05:10:15 PM

Carleton up 43-37 with 13 minutes to play. I can't get any sound, but the Carlies video is working. All four GAC posts have at least 2 fouls, with the two starters sitting a good portion of the first with 2 I believe.

CAR seems to be at the FT line every possession.

Willy Wonka · February 17, 2007, 05:33:28 PM

GAC getting killed on the boards, down 60-52 with 3:11 to play.

UST up on CSB 49-45 with about 5 minutes to go.

Could both top teams lose in the finale? Yuck.

Willy Wonka · February 17, 2007, 05:41:09 PM

Wow. Terrible stretch for the refs/Gusties.

Carleton gets a board and basket, and a sketchy foul after the shot. Then Vadnais nails a crazy runner off the board and gets fouled but the refs wave off the basket. With the Gusties pressing, Vadnais runs into a hard pick near midcourt and gets floored. Foul of GAC.

Vadnais was down for a few minutes. Monahan has struggled with an injury of her own. A few days off will be needed after today I'd guess.

UST tied with CSB at 57 with 90 seconds to play.

Willy Wonka · February 17, 2007, 05:49:26 PM

The Tommies beat the Bennies and the Carlies beat the Gusties. I'm guessing there won't be many happy posters here this weekend.

Assuming the Cobbers won today, who gets the #3 seed? It should still be CC, right?

blazerguy · February 17, 2007, 06:49:31 PM

Just got back from the 59-57 loss to the Tommies. Both teams played well and the Tommies deserved a win. Ok, everybody got that, it wasn't the referee's fault that the Blazers lost, just a game that could go either way. Now let me rant a little, with 8 seconds left the Blazers had the ball in our own end, we set a nice double pick with Darby beyond the 3 point line, two St. Thomas players charged at full speed through both picks, leveling the players and sending them flying to the floor disrupting Darbys shot which went off the back board. Everyone, and I mean everyone, all fans, Tommies included, all coaches, and players knew there would be a foul called, even most likely a flagrent foul. And you guessed it, no foul called. It was the worst non-call I have ever seen. Come on MIAC, the league is better than the horrible officiating sometimes seen. All three referees should be reprimanded and suspended for this game. Especially the two male officials, they should be ashamed of their performance today, St. Bens fouled out 2 players, I don't remember any other player fouling out this year. A pittyful performance by the referees. Looks like poetic justice was eventually served, thanks to Carlton. Looking forward to the playoffs, but not the officiating!!