MBB: Colonial States Athletic Conference

Coach K · December 03, 2006, 05:37:43 PM

Alvernia escaping with a win against the Mighty Mac's. I think Immaculata is no longer a fluke or a suprise team. They appear to be every bit as competitive as the traditional top level teams in the PAC. Any observations from anyone who was at the game? How do you think the Alvernia vs. Wesley game will pan out next Saturday?

heatlee · December 03, 2006, 06:57:54 PM

I know I'm a couple of days late, but how does Cabrini lose a 31 point lead with 16 minutes to go?

That would have NEVER happen when John Dzik was the coach.

Pat Coleman · December 04, 2006, 01:47:09 AM

Quote from: miserikid on November 27, 2006, 06:55:42 PM
this chat board used to be buzzing with players, sid's, and coaches. What is with the pac in the last couple of years? Is it due to some veteran coaches leaving there posts? martin, dzik, and alvernia's old coach can't remember his name. Seems like there were more big time players in the past. has it come down to recruiting or a shift in importance by school's?

Welcome aboard. New blood can't hurt.

Coach K · December 04, 2006, 09:42:25 AM

Heatlee,

I agree, it probably would have never happened, but you still have to give Miseri credit for firing back from 31 down. I think Miseri is going to be in the mix come late February.

Was hoping to get out to Alvernia vs. Wesley, but I have some other commitments. Is it going to be streamed over the net?

Mr. Coleman, what is your professional opinion about the PAC this year? Improved? Down? Seems like the league is making some noise. Conference as a whole seems like it has a ton of balance compared to years past. Top team in the league could have 3-5 regular season losses this year. Plus you have some good non-league wins for Neumann, Alvernia, Miseri, etc.

Jon · December 04, 2006, 10:54:07 AM

Coach K,

Now that we've got the bugs out, we intend on webcasting live stats from all home games at the links I provided last Saturday. Those links will also be available through the Alvernia website (http://athletics.alvernia.edu) and we hope to have the scoreboard here at d3hoops.com updated with links by the end of the week.

hoopzwiz · December 04, 2006, 01:49:59 PM

Any thoughts on the games tonight?
Gwynedd at Marywood
Neumann at Arcadia
Eastern at Misericordia
Cabrini at Wesley

Looking briefly, Cabrini and Wesley both struggling, will be a needed win for one of them.
Neumann seems strong in the early going, never easy on the road though.
Eastern and Miseri similar teams, lots of points in that one?
Gwynedd highly ranked in PAC preseason. Motivation for Marywood?

Coach K · December 04, 2006, 04:32:43 PM

Quote from: hoopzwiz on December 04, 2006, 01:49:59 PM
Any thoughts on the games tonight?
Gwynedd at Marywood
Neumann at Arcadia
Eastern at Misericordia
Cabrini at Wesley

Looking briefly, Cabrini and Wesley both struggling, will be a needed win for one of them.
Neumann seems strong in the early going, never easy on the road though.
Eastern and Miseri similar teams, lots of points in that one?
Gwynedd highly ranked in PAC preseason. Motivation for Marywood?

Gwynedd Mercy should handle Marywood, but I think it will be within 10. They won't lay down at home.

Neumann in a close one against Arcadia

Eastern vs. Miseri is probably the most intriguing game for me. The question is, is Eastern fully healthy? What is the status of Bobby Black? If Eastern has all the guns firing, I think they squeak one out on the road.

Wesley will take advantage of a Cabrini team that seems to be reeling, and they have them at home.

The last three games mentioned intrigue me, wish I could see them all.

Jon, thanks for the info on the Alvernia's site!

Coach K · December 05, 2006, 01:26:17 PM

Hoopwiz,

You were right, Marywood stepped up against GMC. Anyone who was there have any thoughts about the game?

Immaculata with another good effort against Widener (sp?), but falling a bit short.

WolfPAC · December 05, 2006, 01:47:02 PM

Seasons Greetings,

Where did Jeff Dailey rookie of the year in the PAC end up this year?

Anyone know?

Cabrini women could beat the Cabrini men ! ! ! PaTHETIC

WolfPAC · December 05, 2006, 01:51:55 PM

Hate to beat a dead horse but here it goes.........

Without Dzik and his staff the Cavs are history. Look at Clifton, Reid, and Bruce McClelend (sorry if I spelled it wrong) the last thread of the Dzik era keeping the team afloat with a thread.

Agree with Heatlee.

Enrollment will soon drop as well.

WolfPAC · December 05, 2006, 01:58:59 PM

Please forgive me, I must comment that despite Cabrini tanking this year, the PAC as a whole is much more competitive.

I am impressed by the conference overall. This is encouraging at least.

Just hope a full-time coach could take over the Cavs and show them what it takes again. Parking buses at D1 schools and holding clipboards doesn't make you a coach that could fill a legend's pair of shoes. Looks bleak at Radnor.

Seriously, the PAC seem improved despite my negativity on the Cavs.

D3fan14 · December 05, 2006, 07:57:24 PM

Heatlee and WolfPAC,

"That would have NEVER happen when John Dzik was the coach."

"Without Dzik and his staff the Cavs are history."

This is just a suggestion. You obviously care about Cabrini Basketball because you are still taking the time to post on this site. Why not try to get over the fact that Dzik isn't coming back and recognize something positive about a program you care about? If you don't care, then let it go.

On a seperate note.

Are there any All American caliber players in the PAC? I know some people are saying the league is getting better, just curious if it has players that could be recognized on a national level?

WolfPAC · December 05, 2006, 08:12:04 PM

When one values something it is difficult to just let something go and stand by while a diluted version of something so great is accepted as the norm.

You are correct. Cabrini basketball must move on without Dzik.
But..... this is not really Cabrini. If one attended the institution only then could one understand how this is not the legacy intended to be passed down from such a great program.

If you truly understand... the only positives are the last recruits on the team from the Dzik era. What else is positive? Blowing leads, giving up 3 pt shots all day, losing JV team, ....

Ok, I am sorry.... the sneakers look nice, the dance team is cool,

Wake up ! !

Time to move on I agree it obvious to all Dzik is not coming back. The point is Cabrini basketball is gone.

Jon · December 05, 2006, 08:54:36 PM

D3fan,

Keep an eye on Wesley sophomore Rashawn Johnson for national recognition in the PAC. He's averaging 26 points, five rebounds through the first six. After him there should be a handful of strong regional players.

Wolfy,

Seriously, it's time. You can't say "Cabrini basketball must move on without Dzik" and "The point is Cabrini basketball is gone" in the same post! So they blew a big lead and there's no JV team. Give Coach Macciocca a chance to build a program.

WolfPAC · December 06, 2006, 09:08:42 AM

OK---- one must give the man a chance to rebuild & recruit.

I hope someone else besides Alvernia wins the PAC.
How did their program maintain continuity through their coaching change?

The situation is different at Cabrini which leads me to believe the staff at Cabrini does not have what it takes at this point. With the house being cleaned there it is ground zero.... I will give you that much.

Objectively, do the players at Cabrini have faith in their staff? To this end, is the PAC that much better than Cabrini and it is not due to their staff failing to come up with wins at this point.

Please understand I am not trying to find fault--- just a solution for the struggling Cavs who do have talent usually.

The Cavs have fallen so far behind w/o you know who it will take much time as you say. Afterall, I do not think a staff who was treated so unfairly was concentrating on continuity after the axe dropped.

Can only hope Immaculata upsets Alvernia. (haha)

Thx Jon.