MBB: Coast 2 Coast Athletic Conference

MW_Eagles · February 11, 2016, 08:53:22 AM

Pretty interesting games last night, especially on the women's side . What a tale of two halves!

The men's game was about what I expected. CNU kind of held the Eagles at arm's length the whole game. Mary Wash couldn't keep up with the 3's from CNU. Every time it got to 5 in the second half, CNU made a 3. Decent showing I thought though. MW is still very young, and playing games like this on the road can only benefit for the future. That was my first game at the 'new' (I know it's not new anymore

CNU facility, and it's an impressive facility. Now just hoping MW can claw into the top 3 or 4 and host a first round CAC game. Two home games (Marymount, So. Va) coming up that will dictate where they fall. I was impressed with CNU, great shooters and good passing big men.

Swish3 · February 11, 2016, 09:34:47 AM

Another solid win last night for CNU...good to see McFarland rebound from a rough week. Mary Wash has some talent...they'll likely be tough next season.

Still trying to figure out how the CNU women almost blew a 34 point lead at the half...well, hopefully they'll learn from it and do a better job next time they're in that situation.

GO CAPS!

CNU85 · February 11, 2016, 10:42:30 AM

Quote from: Swish3 on February 11, 2016, 09:34:47 AM
Another solid win last night for CNU...good to see McFarland rebound from a rough week. Mary Wash has some talent...they'll likely be tough next season.

Still trying to figure out how the CNU women almost blew a 34 point lead at the half...well, hopefully they'll learn from it and do a better job next time they're in that situation.

GO CAPS!

No doubt that UMW will be tough every year. The coach they have is tremendous. Once he gets a full team with 100% his recruits they will contend year after year for as long as he is there. UMW got a winner and made a statement!

CNU85 · February 11, 2016, 10:47:56 AM

Quote from: MW_Eagles on February 11, 2016, 08:53:22 AM
Pretty interesting games last night, especially on the women's side . What a tale of two halves!

The men's game was about what I expected. CNU kind of held the Eagles at arm's length the whole game. Mary Wash couldn't keep up with the 3's from CNU. Every time it got to 5 in the second half, CNU made a 3. Decent showing I thought though. MW is still very young, and playing games like this on the road can only benefit for the future. That was my first game at the 'new' (I know it's not new anymore CNU facility, and it's an impressive facility. Now just hoping MW can claw into the top 3 or 4 and host a first round CAC game. Two home games (Marymount, So. Va) coming up that will dictate where they fall. I was impressed with CNU, great shooters and good passing big men.

Indeed the women's game was confusing to figure out. I was giving an exam during the first half so I was able to watch it on the computer in class. I announced the score at times. Students were getting ticked I think. I was messing up their concentration. HAHA!! Then I started watching the 3rd qt and figured CNU would stop the temporary run. Oops was I wrong. By the time I got to the Freeman it was a 5 point game. Had that game lasted 2 more minutes UMW wins.

jesskleangda · February 11, 2016, 11:37:02 AM

Tough game last night for UMW. CNU is very good and is a legit final four contender. They are fun to watch (when they aren't playing your team). UMW continues to show promise, and has a very bright future. I couldn't agree more with CNU85's post above. When coach gets his squad together, I expect that UMW will be a national contender too. The CAC is going to be very fun and competitive.

like MW_Eagles said, these last three games for the Eagles are crucial. Could climb into the top 3 or 4 for the tourney - but not going to be easy. Gotta get that energy back like they had during the recent winning streak.

MW_Eagles · February 13, 2016, 07:50:11 PM

Made it up to Fredericksburg today. Big wins for both the men and women.

The men's game was a great game between two teams fighting for their playoff lives. Ferry is good for Marymount and his shooting was key. Shaw made some great plays to seal it for MW. Big one Wednesday against SVU. Go Eagles!

Swish3 · February 16, 2016, 09:02:26 AM

Another solid win for CNU at York on Saturday...the theme of the season for the Captains, with two more games to go before the conference tournament starts. CNU moves up one spot to #5, while Salisbury receives 22 votes, up from 5 last week, I believe...

Anyone have any thoughts on the player of the year? I think Marcus Carter has a good shot at it...coach of the year is a no brainer, and very deserving.

GO CAPS!

Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan) · February 17, 2016, 10:18:46 PM

Mary Wash secured their playoff spot tonight. There's a scenario, I think, for any of the other teams being left out depending on results in the last game. Basically, you really, really, really need to win that last game. Only Southern Virginia and St. Mary's control their own destiny.

jesskleangda · February 17, 2016, 10:32:33 PM

I think UMW also secured third seed. St. Mary's and SVU could tie them, but I believe UMW holds tie breaker against both. Let me know if i'm wrong. Also, congrats to coach Kahn on 250th career win against Marymount on Saturday.

Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan) · February 18, 2016, 08:05:40 AM

Quote from: jesskleangda on February 17, 2016, 10:32:33 PM
I think UMW also secured third seed. St. Mary's and SVU could tie them, but I believe UMW holds tie breaker against both. Let me know if i'm wrong. Also, congrats to coach Kahn on 250th career win against Marymount on Saturday.

I only went through enough tiebreakers to make sure no one else clinched a spot. I figured I'd wait until the games are actually played or in the midst of being played to work through them all. There are scenarios where SMC and SVU could be out - unlikely, but possible.

Swish3 · February 18, 2016, 09:12:18 AM

Nice win for CNU last night against a decent St. Mary's team, but certainly not what they're use to having...Harney's a good coach, and I have nothing but respect for his program. A big regular season finale on Saturday at the Free against Marymount...the women's game will be huge!

GO CAPS!

MW_Eagles · February 18, 2016, 11:56:23 AM

It sounds as if MW has locked up a home game, but not sure about 3rd yet. They split with SVU, so I'm not sure what the next level tie breaker is after head to head. Does anyone know? Beat PSU-H on Saturday and it doesn't matter, Mary Wash will get 3rd.

jesskleangda · February 18, 2016, 12:01:57 PM

Quote from: MW_Eagles on February 18, 2016, 11:56:23 AM
It sounds as if MW has locked up a home game, but not sure about 3rd yet. They split with SVU, so I'm not sure what the next level tie breaker is after head to head. Does anyone know? Beat PSU-H on Saturday and it doesn't matter, Mary Wash will get 3rd.

POST-SEASON/CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULING GUIDING PRINCIPLES
d) Tiebreakers:
1) Head to head
2) Record vs. CAC teams, starting at the top of the standings
3) Scoring Differential with a Cap (if committee agrees to use this tiebreaker
4) Flip a coin

But you are right MW - we gotta win Saturday.

Swish3 · February 22, 2016, 08:27:20 AM

A big congrats to the Captains for going undefeated in the regular season...only the second team in conference history to do so! Now, more importantly, it's championship week...okay, boys, let's keep it going as we head towards bigger and better things!

GO CAPS!

Tough loss for the Lady Caps...more to come on the women's board.

jesskleangda · February 22, 2016, 11:46:21 AM

UMW with a dominating win on Saturday (although it got a little too close for comfort at the end) without probably the league's best freshman. This is a squad that was probably the league's worst a year and a half ago, now they are hosting a first round game. The future is bright - but that doesn't change the fact that their next loss will be their last. Lets go Eagles.

Congrats to CNU on a dominating season. I expect them to make a deep run in the Tourney.