MBB: Colonial States Athletic Conference

[Wolfpac]

Common opponent for Jersy City and Cavs  was PBU  ...... Gothic Knights blew them out led by 40 over at Eastern but lost to Alfred University in a tournament while the Cavs put subs in and won by 20 or so a couple of times.  .467 in shooting percentage, 3-10 for three's and 6 turnovers but means nothing when playing against the Cavs.
Fast break average stats should be an even match-up with slight edge to the Cavs for being at home.  Would not be surprised if Cavs pull it off.

[Dave 'd-mac' McHugh]

I believe games are 5:30/7:30.

[mailsy]

I believe games are 5:30/7:30.

Yes. 

Purchase vs Hartwick at 5:30pm
Jersey City @ Cabrini at 7:30pm

Winners play Saturday night at 7:00pm.

GO CAVS!!!

[Wolfpac]

I believe games are 5:30/7:30.

Thx as usual Big Dave,  Ignoring the fact that Cabrini is hosting, personally I do not care where the games are played.  This time of the year is exciting for the true bball fan.  Traveling is an issue for some but make other arrangements and make a day trip or something out of it, do not get so upset cause ya are not hosting.  Actually Dave I may not be able to make it because of work and am a half hour away.   

Stats are one thing, but look at the big picture....it would be boring to play same teams in same places every year.  Other variables count for more on a national level For those who feel slighted move on and just enjoy the tournament.  I did not think the Cavs would host due to their lose at Neuman.  F&M and Alvernia got in and F&M did not host so what if they are that good they will win a round or two and their fans can be proud.  F&M has a fine heritage and can be proud of their schedule but just because they did not get a home game it is not the end of the world.  This is what I mean by does a coach control his schedule......for instance why would Cabrini not play F&M during reg season if it helps F&M win and the Cavs play a better team? The Cavs played Widener without Dom Farrello on road or would have won there, then would that allow a legitimate host choice? 

[Wolfpac]

When Cavs played Scranton, Cory Lemons was also playing sick, and their big guy had a bad foot/ ankle early on in the season as well, so please take into consideration.  Scranton is a great team as well I am not taking anything away from the Royals but they can be beat on any given day.  Taking into account that Cabrini got RMC last year, why would they even think about the same match-up again despite what happened at Albright. And I was actually rooting for F&M last year for representing our region. Please just have fun. 

[Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan)]

Do we have ticket info from Cabrini yet?  I'd like to go to the games, at least on Friday.

[Wolfpac]

Do we have ticket info from Cabrini yet?  I'd like to go to the games, at least on Friday.

$6.00 at the door.......on sale one hour prior to game time (430 and 6) Tix purchased on Friday are valid for both games.  NO PRE SALE..... 2 yrs and younger are free.

[Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan)]

Thanks.  I'll be there Friday at least.  Maybe Saturday if I can swing it.

I'll likely be the only person in the room wearing an Eastern Nazarene College t-shirt.

Come say hello if you find me.

[Wolfpac]

Jersey City on a roll, watch out Cavs, not gonna be easy.  Cavs have to play to their tempo, keep Miller and Dulac out of foul trouble.  Lemons will have to drive the lane and free throws will be important.  Going to be a tough match-up down low with lots of flashing at the elbows for Farrello.  If Rafferty can play consistently and AJ pick up some slack it should be an interesting evening.  Have to control the tempo.

[mailsy]

In less than 12 hours we will get to see what happens.  I am excited about the possibilities tonight.  It should be a fun night at the Dixon Center.  We will see what happens.  Good luck to all teams playing tonight.  But, just a little bit more to the Cavs. 


GO CAVS!!

[Wolfpac]

Objectively, if the Cabrini team gets through Jersey City, SUNY PUrchase is going to be tough, they have one guy who we all know can be unstoppable on his game. I see SUNY Purchase coming out of the pod, but never know still have to play the game.  NJAC has a much better record in the tournament than the CSAC/PAC   this will show the strength or lack of strength of our conference but GMC could get spanked too.

[Wolfpac]

Hey Mailsy, Marywood lost by 60 points in the ECAC against LVC who spanked them,  the CSAC is weaker than you think.

[Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan)]

Got to meet Mailsy and Wolfpac tonight.  Congrats to them on Cabrini really showing some strength.  Impressive game.  No one can really leave disappointed - even in the loss NJCU played their hearts out.

This was my first look at Cabrini.  I love that coach.  He had them ready to go and so schooled they never broke down, even when things got really intense at the end.  Unflappable.

I've not been a big CSAC supporter, but this team looked good.  Hopefully they have enough left to down Purchase tomorrow.  This game may have taken a lot out of them.

I'll try to get back tomorrow night, but it doesn't look likely.

[mailsy]

All, I can really say is wow!!!  Just got in a few moments ago.  Nice meeting you hoopsfan as well.  It was a great atmosphere for a game to be played and it should be a lot of fun tomorrow night.  They just needed to get over that hump.  There were 4 ties in the game and 2 lead changes.  NJC was up by 2 at 2-0 and never trailed until the 4:52 remaining in the 2nd half and they never got the lead back.  Cabrini outscored them 18-8 the rest of the way.  Foul shooting was the key.  Congrats Cabrini. 

Sorry to see that GMC lost today.  Great careers for Jon Hogga, Jon Crabtree and Brian Haas.  Good luck in your future careers.

Tomorrow is a new day.  Now let's see if they will get to the sweet 16. 

GO CAVS!!!

[kate]

Hi, mailsy!  Huge congratulations!  Good luck tonight, and i'll be following the CAVS on live stats!  Good for your guys!