MBB: North Coast Athletic Conference

[ScotsFan]

I'll look at Fulk's struggles last night from a positive.  Given that he is shooting over 50% in his career at Wooster, I think it's safe to say that Devin doesn't go into too many shooting slumps.  Given Fulk's 0-fer performance last night from outside the arc, it is probable that he will turn around and have a pretty good night down in Delaware on Saturday.  

*Disclaimer* Never did I say in my post that Devin Fulk is better than JJ Redick or any other DI players, nor did I compare the Scots to the Pistons or any other NBA franchises.  My post was just an attempt to put a positive spin on an uncharacteristicly bad shooting night by Devin Fulk. 8)

[wally_wabash]

What's positive about a 2-11 shooting night?  Why not just call it as it is...Fulk stunk last night.  There is no silver lining to 2 for 11.  Not to worry, even Redick has an off night now and then.  I'm sure Fulk's legacy won't be forever tarnished by the bad game he had in a 25 point win over Kenyon. 

At least it's nice to see Kenyon paying proper homage to the Scots on their webpage...Lord knows the rest of the conference isn't pulling their own weight in this endeavor. 

[pennstghs]

witt hasnt exactly gotten whooped by wooster-yes they've lost to wooster twice but 3 points in a game decided in the last 30 seconds and 9 points isnt exactly whooped.

[David Collinge]

I guess Wooster has risen to the top of another poll: NCAC teams that Wally dislikes the most.  I never though Wittenberg would be dislodged from that lofty perch. 

[Vanilla24COW]

I don't think its fair to say that Fulk "stunk" last night. Maybe his shots didn't fall (guess there's no maybe they didn't fall) but in watching him play a few times he brings quite a few intangibles to the game such as great passing and defense. So while maybe his shooting touch was off last night is accurate I don't think you could classify his overall game as stinking unless he didn't play as hard and fundamentally as he usually does. I think often times too fans look at shooting stats and scoring stats but fail to realize the importance of a player who provides the intangibles....he will bounce back. Congrats to Witucky on 1000 pts and I do believe with his 200th 3 pointer he becomes only the 5th or 6th player in NCAC history to acheive that (could be wrong) and that leaves him only 216 behind JJ

[Li'l Giant]

I guess Wooster has risen to the top of another poll: NCAC teams that Wally dislikes the most.  I never though Wittenberg would be dislodged from that lofty perch. 

I don't think Witt has been dislodged. I think it's more that they have company.   

[smedindy]

It's time again for my power rating amalgamation. Out of 395 teams.

1. Wooster
3. Wittenberg
79. Ohio Wesleyan
115. Wabash
187. Earlham
220. Denison
224. Allegheny
317. Kenyon
363. Hiram
371. Oberlin

[goscots]

According to the media guide Witucky's 200 3's would place him second on Woosters all time list, 21 behind Matt Smith.

Can Witucky pass Matt Smith? 

First of all I am certain it is not a priority with him.
Second, since he is averaging just under 2 made 3's a game, Wooster would have to reach the final four to give him a realistic shot.

[woosterbooster]

One nice touch from last night.  At the beginning of the second half, Witucky and Formato passed by each other while taking the court.  They exchanged friendly handshakes and warm smiles.  Two classy guys who've been beating up on each other for four years.  Really nice to see.

[Pat Coleman]

Regional rankings: http://www.d3hoops.com/dailydose/?p=128

[waterboy]

It's suprising that no Wooster fans have pointed this out, but the Scots defensive effort has really picked up since Port's return.  Each of Wooster's last three opponents (Hiram, Wabash, Kenyon) have been held to about 40 percent shooting overall in each contest.  That number is even lower in the first half, when Wooster's top-nine predominately play. 

Last night, the Scots were up 88-49 when Moore pulled the starters, and the score was very similar against Wabash when the bench was emptied.  I'm sure someone will point out the quality of competition is lacking (though Wabash is hardly low-quality), but I just thought I'd throw out what I've seen, not just from what one can gather from the numbers themselves.

[zosobob]

You're right Wooster Booster, it was nice to see the handshake between Kyle and Mr. Formato. Indeed two classy young men.

[wally_wabash]

I don't dislike Wooster's team.  Quite the contrary.  I have become a little annoyed with some of the posts here concerning the all-encompassing greatness of Wooster Men's Basketball.  We've seen posters raise eyebrows about how much coverage Wooster's greatness gets (or doesn't get is more like it) on the websites of other NCAC schools.  We've seen posters try to loft Wooster's players into basketball stratospheres that they aren't even close to.  We've seen posters throw tantrums because Wooster players get fouled too hard.  The thing is that the rest of the NCAC isn't obligated to sit and marvel at Wooster's program.  They're good, we all know they're good but they aren't entitled to anything which is often the tone that a lot of posts take here. 

In far more important news....Chadwick sounds nuts tonight.  Wabash is holding their own on the boards and in the post so far against Witt.  The score is 9-8 in favor of Wabash with about 10 minutes left in the first half. 

Update...Russ just picked up his third foul.  This is something I forgot to mention in my keys to the game earlier.  Keeping Russ off the floor is a big big plus for Wabash.  Wabash has had some success as far as not letting Russ go off.  He's on the bench for the rest of the half...Wabash will need to take advantage here.  Tied at 12 with 7 minutes left in the first  half.

[blindwatchmaker]

Tied 12-12  8+ to play.  Think Russ might be in some foul trouble... just tuned in so i'm not sure...

[blindwatchmaker]

Russ just picked up his third