MBB: Colonial States Athletic Conference

[WolfPAC]

Alvernia will beat Albright.

Albright is down slightly this year.

As everyone could see for themselves my prediction was on the mark earlier in the week.

Could someone fill me in on how the game went.  I would have assumed Alvernia would win it on the boards until it was foul time.  How did it unfold?

[chizwiz]

Cabrini down by 22.  Macciocca has probably directed his team twice during the game.  The place is a dungeon.

[Jon]

Sorry folks, had to rush to a Christmas party postgame today and didn't get anytime to chat.  First, let me dispell any rumors that the Crusaders may have won with defense.  The numbers that jump off the page are the shooting totals.  The free throw percentage because it was so terrible (7-for-20), and the 3-point percentage (10-for-18) because it was so high.  The Crusaders also shot nearly 70% in the second half (22-for-32), which is tough to win against.

In my humble opinion, I would tend to agree with chizwiz, the Crusaders were just the better team on the floor.  Garrett Etzel, who transfered to Alvernia from Albright over the winter break of his sophomore year, wasn't going to lose twice to the Lions.  Ryan Finger was unstoppable.  Matt King had a mismatch every time down the floor.  Terrence Shawell picked his moments well, and Zach Westmoreland was a ridiculous spark late in the first half.

I was thinking during the second half that the people who chose the Bollman Center for their Saturday afternoon entertainment really were treated to a great rivalry game.

The story and box score are both available on the Alvernia website.
http://athletics.alvernia.edu

[Jon]

This portion deserves a separate post.

Albright College raised over $6,000 over the past few months and donated that money to the American Cancer Society in memory of Derek Kehoe, who passed away in October.  Albright junior Taylor Steltz, who was diagnosed with lymphoma over the summer, served as honorary chairman for the game which was also tied in with Coaches vs. Cancer.  Steltz did a terrific job as MC for the pregame ceremony.  By this time, I think it's pretty safe to say that cancer has affected just about all of us in some way or another.  Those of us who have our health could stand to do a little more for those affected by this disease, even if it's as simple as a small donation to a worth cause.

[WolfPAC]

Cabrini down by 22.  Macciocca has probably directed his team twice during the game.  The place is a dungeon.

Sounds like a losing program to me.   What was the official attendance not counting the teams?   Under 10?

[WolfPAC]

This portion deserves a separate post.

Albright College raised over $6,000 over the past few months and donated that money to the American Cancer Society in memory of Derek Kehoe, who passed away in October.  Albright junior Taylor Steltz, who was diagnosed with lymphoma over the summer, served as honorary chairman for the game which was also tied in with Coaches vs. Cancer.  Steltz did a terrific job as MC for the pregame ceremony.  By this time, I think it's pretty safe to say that cancer has affected just about all of us in some way or another.  Those of us who have our health could stand to do a little more for those affected by this disease, even if it's as simple as a small donation to a worth cause.

Jon, good to hear of such things that put life into perspective.  We all have to be thankful for each day as well as being  conscious of what we can all do to help those who need us.   Sports can be a catalyst for such a cause. Wish more people could get the help they need.

[chizwiz]

Cabrini down by 22.  Macciocca has probably directed his team twice during the game.  The place is a dungeon.

Sounds like a losing program to me.   What was the official attendance not counting the teams?   Under 10?

About 200-250.  The Scranton fans outnumbered the Cabrini fans.  What a joke.  That program is done.

[East Coast Eagle]

Scranton did have more fans but I do not think by much. Also take into consideration students are off for the holidays.

With the Eagles off till after the new year, across the street was the place to be.... Cabrini looses by 29. Nice holiday gift handed to them by Scranton. Cabrini played a 2-3 zone a majority of the time. Scranton is a team of set shooters. Shooters love to stand still and shoot threes. It is much more difficult to come off screens and turn and shoot. Percentages almost double for three point shooters when their feet are set and square to the basket. Coming off screens, usually you are off balance and rushing the shot; especially at this level. Poor choice of defense by the Cavaliers in my opinion. The coach seemed to be much more subtle tonight than usual. Not sure if that means anything; but it was quit obvious if you are familiar with the program.

[allstar scout]

Cheapwiz:

I saw Cheapwiz at the Dollar store.

The program is not done only the career of the head coach in my opinion!

It was obvious he has lost the team and the kids have tuned him out! Sorta like the Flyers with coach Hitchcock.  It happens with coaches who like to scream at they're team! It has happened too many times in sports history heres a small list:

Flyers, Hitchcock, Barber, Keenan
NFL Caughlin, Reeves, Schottenheimer,Wannstadt, Rhoads, Ryan
Knight, Calipari, Macciocca


I am not saying the coach is not a knowledgeable one just he needs to go and a fresh new voice is needed at Cabrini!

[Coach K]

Alvernia vs. Albright as usual is one of the better ways that one can spend $5 on this planet right now. Game was back and forth, lots of runs by both teams. I felt like Albright should have showed that 1-3-1 a bit more in the second half, it slowed down the Crusaders a little bit. They were almost exclusively man to man in the second half. King was getting open on pick and pop stuff or dribble penetration and nailing shots. He could be a legit stud regionally by the end of the year. Their bigs did just enough on the defensive end to help pull away. Alvernia seems like they need to improve with rebounding the ball, but they will work the kinks out by the start of January.

I was pleased to see that they raised as much money for cancer as they did. I coached Derek Kehoe in HS, and everything that has been said about him is true, he was an awesome kid, and it was a tragic loss. Nazareth high school, his alma mater, is retiring his number January 5th, and all the procedes from the event go towards raising money for cancer. The 5 other Lehigh Valley Conference games that night are also donating their gate. Just a good thing to see everyone pulling together to help out with this!

[WolfPAC]

Alvernia vs. Albright as usual is one of the better ways that one can spend $5 on this planet right now. Game was back and forth, lots of runs by both teams. I felt like Albright should have showed that 1-3-1 a bit more in the second half, it slowed down the Crusaders a little bit. They were almost exclusively man to man in the second half. King was getting open on pick and pop stuff or dribble penetration and nailing shots. He could be a legit stud regionally by the end of the year. Their bigs did just enough on the defensive end to help pull away. Alvernia seems like they need to improve with rebounding the ball, but they will work the kinks out by the start of January.


I was pleased to see that they raised as much money for cancer as they did. I coached Derek Kehoe in HS, and everything that has been said about him is true, he was an awesome kid, and it was a tragic loss. Nazareth high school, his alma mater, is retiring his number January 5th, and all the procedes from the event go towards raising money for cancer. The 5 other Lehigh Valley Conference games that night are also donating their gate. Just a good thing to see everyone pulling together to help out with this!

Great stuff!

How come Cabrini charges 10.00 per ticket and 5.00 for end seats? Are they so good or something?

Alvernia is the class of the PAC.  Entertainment for $5.00 at that level of competition is a bargain.

I thought Alvernia would have been good on the boards with their line-up but you say they struggled on that end.  Why?

 

[WolfPAC]

Cheapwiz:

I saw Cheapwiz at the Dollar store.

The program is not done only the career of the head coach in my opinion!

It was obvious he has lost the team and the kids have tuned him out! Sorta like the Flyers with coach Hitchcock.  It happens with coaches who like to scream at they're team! It has happened too many times in sports history heres a small list:

Flyers, Hitchcock, Barber, Keenan
NFL Caughlin, Reeves, Schottenheimer,Wannstadt, Rhoads, Ryan
Knight, Calipari, Macciocca


I am not saying the coach is not a knowledgeable one just he needs to go and a fresh new voice is needed at Cabrini!

Did he really lose control of the team or are there sour grapes around campus?   The students of the college have the power to make change if they stick together until they get some attention.   Protest.    Sounds like frustration is setting in there.   

Tell me.... what if the Cavs come back from the holidays and beat up on Arcadia?   will this silence some ?

Now... what if the Cavs lose to Arcadia?  I may agree the coach is a problem if they cannot beat Arcadia.     What is the Athletic Director doing about the situation?

[Coach K]

Wolf,

For the record, the game was at the Bollman center. But I do believe Alvernia charges $5 for a game as well. It's the 4th D3 game I have gone to see live this year, and every one of them has been a bargain. In my opinion (and I am sure most of the junkies on here agree), D3 basketball is the last pure level of hoops remaining.

Alvernia struggled because Albright was physical, and there was (at least in the first half) a lot of standing around when the ball was shot. 1 guy fighting, and 4 guys outside the arc. Their rebounding improved in the second half, although they didn't need a whole lot of it when they shot over 60%.

The first 6 guys for Alvernia might not be as good as last year's squad, but they are damn close. If someone can step up on the bench to give them some more help, AC could be scary in February!

[chizwiz]

Cheapwiz:

I saw Cheapwiz at the Dollar store.

The program is not done only the career of the head coach in my opinion!

It was obvious he has lost the team and the kids have tuned him out! Sorta like the Flyers with coach Hitchcock.  It happens with coaches who like to scream at they're team! It has happened too many times in sports history heres a small list:

Flyers, Hitchcock, Barber, Keenan
NFL Caughlin, Reeves, Schottenheimer,Wannstadt, Rhoads, Ryan
Knight, Calipari, Macciocca


I am not saying the coach is not a knowledgeable one just he needs to go and a fresh new voice is needed at Cabrini!

All Star, you didn't ask me why I was at the Dollar Store.  I was getting a gift for your mother.  She loves the stuff there!  I've been buying her gifts there for years.

Your list is mistaken.  Take out Schotty and Knight.

And you are right, Macciocca is done.  When he loses his job, any good coach out there will know that this is not the place where winning is possible.  But keep wishing.

[chizwiz]

Alvernia vs. Albright as usual is one of the better ways that one can spend $5 on this planet right now. Game was back and forth, lots of runs by both teams. I felt like Albright should have showed that 1-3-1 a bit more in the second half, it slowed down the Crusaders a little bit. They were almost exclusively man to man in the second half. King was getting open on pick and pop stuff or dribble penetration and nailing shots. He could be a legit stud regionally by the end of the year. Their bigs did just enough on the defensive end to help pull away. Alvernia seems like they need to improve with rebounding the ball, but they will work the kinks out by the start of January.


I was pleased to see that they raised as much money for cancer as they did. I coached Derek Kehoe in HS, and everything that has been said about him is true, he was an awesome kid, and it was a tragic loss. Nazareth high school, his alma mater, is retiring his number January 5th, and all the procedes from the event go towards raising money for cancer. The 5 other Lehigh Valley Conference games that night are also donating their gate. Just a good thing to see everyone pulling together to help out with this!

Great stuff!

How come Cabrini charges 10.00 per ticket and 5.00 for end seats? Are they so good or something?

Alvernia is the class of the PAC.  Entertainment for $5.00 at that level of competition is a bargain.

I thought Alvernia would have been good on the boards with their line-up but you say they struggled on that end.  Why?

 

Class of the PAC?  Do you athletically or academically?