MBB: Coast 2 Coast Athletic Conference

[Swish3]

Speaking of freshman, Brock Geiman needs to play more...I've only seen him play a little, but I really liked what I saw...he has some nice potential, in my opinion.

As i mentioned to someone(maybe, you) on the chat board, I'm acquainted with Geiman in an indirect way, so I'll be watching his progress, also.

Yes, ronk, I recall you mentioning that you know of him...he looked to be quick, a good ball handler and overall athlete.

[Dave 'd-mac' McHugh]

Saw Salisbury in the opening weekend... not a bad squad. I liked their speed and style, though I appreciate that they have to get some games under their belts to get used to one another and what Coach Sachs wants. Good size inside, pretty decent outside shooting. Their full-court defense was pretty solid, albeit against a Goucher team who is struggling mightily against full-court defense to start the season. I don't think Salisbury is necessarily a Top 25 team, but they will remain near the top of the CAC and give CNU a hard time for sure - a CNU team who is also struggling a bit.

[Swish3]

GAME DAY!

[CCHoopster]

Super impressed with what York has become from when the coach started. Watched them online and was extremely impressed.

[jesskleangda]

UMW looks like a promising young team (only 1 senior).  Shooters all over the floor.  The future is very bright.

[Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan)]

Super impressed with what York has become from when the coach started. Watched them online and was extremely impressed.

I had York at #25 on my ballot for a little while, before deciding I wanted to see a bit more.  I'm very impressed with their start.  It should be a great conference season.

[MW_Eagles]

Really looking forward to the York/UMW game this weekend.  Should be a great test for the Eagles on the road who are off to a good start.   Freshman Drew Johnson went 10-16 (!) from 3 last night for 32 points in a win over St. Mary's.   Like Ryan said, this should be a fun conference season. 

[Swish3]

CNU was able to hang on against the Gulls last night after getting a nice lead early in the 2nd half...these two simply don't play a game w/out some last minute drama.  I didn't see the game, but it looks like the Captains shot well and McFarland had another big night, thank goodness...it's still early, but he has a good chance at conference POY if he can keep this up.  I don't know for certain, but it would seem that Carter will likely miss this season and use his last year of eligibility next season...not exactly sure what to think of that.

GO CAPS!

[Swish3]

Really looking forward to the York/UMW game this weekend.  Should be a great test for the Eagles on the road who are off to a good start.  Freshman Drew Johnson went 10-16 (!) from 3 last night for 32 points in a win over St. Mary's.  Like Ryan said, this should be a fun conference season.

Now that's impressive!

[CNU85]

CNU was able to hang on against the Gulls last night after getting a nice lead early in the 2nd half...these two simply don't play a game w/out some last minute drama.  I didn't see the game, but it looks like the Captains shot well and McFarland had another big night, thank goodness...it's still early, but he has a good chance at conference POY if he can keep this up.  I don't know for certain, but it would seem that Carter will likely miss this season and use his last year of eligibility next season...not exactly sure what to think of that.

GO CAPS!

I was at the game. We are so young. Often, the majority of players on the floor are underclassmen. We are banged up with injuries. Carter is the biggest issue. I think you are right about Carter. If he doesn't suit up Saturday that will be the sign. Ellis was in street clothes. Gibbs is still not 100%.

Salisbury was a good test. They always match up well with CNU. That's why the last 11 games have been decided by a total of 41 points. The last 6 by 12 points. Barcikowski is a baller. I like his hustle and play. He jaws too much though.

The CAC refs (women and men games) seem to be a little aggressive with all the coaches. They called a T on each coach in a span of a few minutes last night. In Women's game the CNU coach was T'd up as well.

[CNU85]

Pregame. Carter still in street clothes. Not a good sign. Also Ellis is not dressed again and now I see Femi in street clothes. Injuries are hurting already. Not cool.

[Swish3]

Come on, CNU...a home loss to Frostburg?  Geez, this is frustrating...simply have to win at home and steal as many as possible on the road...toughen up, fellas!

[Dave 'd-mac' McHugh]

The CAC refs (women and men games) seem to be a little aggressive with all the coaches. They called a T on each coach in a span of a few minutes last night. In Women's game the CNU coach was T'd up as well.

Not sure if this helps, but the CAC has their officials assigned by the same individual who handles the Centennial, both MACs (I believe), Landmark, and others I believe. They aren't just for the CAC. There is a TON of cross-over as a result and has been for several years. It has actually improved officiating on the men's side - don't get me started with the women's refs in this region.

Another note, there is now a national coordinator of officials for Division III. One for men; one for women. While it is hard to gauge early this season, but eventually officiating will start looking far more familiar across the country. It may result in fans and others seeing games called a little differently, but really closer to how they are supposed to be called.

And I also don't use Techs as a sign of if the refs are being strict or not... sometimes coaches just flat out earn them. LOL

[CNU85]

The CAC refs (women and men games) seem to be a little aggressive with all the coaches. They called a T on each coach in a span of a few minutes last night. In Women's game the CNU coach was T'd up as well.

Not sure if this helps, but the CAC has their officials assigned by the same individual who handles the Centennial, both MACs (I believe), Landmark, and others I believe. They aren't just for the CAC. There is a TON of cross-over as a result and has been for several years. It has actually improved officiating on the men's side - don't get me started with the women's refs in this region.

Another note, there is now a national coordinator of officials for Division III. One for men; one for women. While it is hard to gauge early this season, but eventually officiating will start looking far more familiar across the country. It may result in fans and others seeing games called a little differently, but really closer to how they are supposed to be called.

And I also don't use Techs as a sign of if the refs are being strict or not... sometimes coaches just flat out earn them. LOL

Thanks for the info. Good stuff. Also, true that coaches earn T's more often than they get them. I was just pointing out that the refs seems less tolerant with coaches than in the past.

[Dave 'd-mac' McHugh]

To some degree... I wouldn't mind seeing refs being less tolerant. I am a little sick of coaches dramatically doing things that only rile other people, like the crowd up, while basically showing the refs off. I wouldn't mind seeing a little more decorum.