Empire 8

[bomber3]

E8Hoops --

I went to Goodemote's basketball camp for about 5 years and played against him for 2 and have nothing but good things to say about the guy.  He is an excellent coach and is a class act.  It was a joke about Ray Bryant.  They have had several players come back to play in their late 20's so it wasn't a one time deal.  Obviously I was kidding though.  But seriously who would have guessed Fisher would be 0-2 and Utica would be 2-0? 

The E8 seems to be pretty strong from top to bottom this year with every team having bright spots.  My early Bomber prediction of 21-22 wins is probably about 2-3 games higher than it will end up but oh well.  12-4 is probably realistic in the conference and I would expect another non-conference loss.  Hopefully the quick post-Thanksgiving turnaround (game Sunday afternoon) doesn't affect them.

[thebear]

Potsdam played Utica without the Bears IMHO best player (A. Williams) and their most effective point guard (Josh Lambert) and the outcome was only decided on the last play of the game.

Utica is a solid team, they have an excellent guard in Patterson, Quality size & inside bulk in Ward, Abrams & Whyte.  Didn't have a lot of obvious flaws, & their win over SUNYIT is convincing.

I think, unless U of R is completely loaded, that the EAST is wide open this year, and the hottest team at the end of the season will go far.

[E8Hoops04]

E8Hoops --

I went to Goodemote's basketball camp for about 5 years and played against him for 2 and have nothing but good things to say about the guy.  He is an excellent coach and is a class act.  It was a joke about Ray Bryant.  They have had several players come back to play in their late 20's so it wasn't a one time deal.  Obviously I was kidding though.  But seriously who would have guessed Fisher would be 0-2 and Utica would be 2-0? 

The E8 seems to be pretty strong from top to bottom this year with every team having bright spots.  My early Bomber prediction of 21-22 wins is probably about 2-3 games higher than it will end up but oh well.  12-4 is probably realistic in the conference and I would expect another non-conference loss.  Hopefully the quick post-Thanksgiving turnaround (game Sunday afternoon) doesn't affect them.

I'm glad that was a joke!

There certainly have been a lot of surprises in the early season. Should be fun as always to see it all unfold.

[FROMAFAR]

I say thi completely on the blind, since I haven't even seen a box score of the Fisher hgames, But in a earlier Post I believe I said Fishers weakness could be at the guard position. They are not quick.  Not great handles... BUT someone tell me that is not the reason they are not performing up to expectations.. I will believe you, since I am working blind here, and that's not fair, I know.  Old Duck good observations about Stevens. I hate to sound like a broken record, But again in an earlier post I said they would be in trouble because this year they don't ahve a guard with enough guts to make the long pass, or lead pass, or try and thread a needle like they had last year. In order for the Ducks to flourish they need inside presence, and that would be Smith getting the ball. He only bneeds it in the paint and he finds a way. IF this haapens THEN Cutri and Thompson will have better outside looks.. So it is in the guards and coaches hands to have that happen. Bear, UC is impressing me..... what's the difference between last year and this year. Paterson did not look all that good or I should I say consistant last year. I know Stevens shut him down pretty good both times they played. BUT

[FROMAFAR]

By the way my Tigers open tonight.  College of Staten Island...  Going to be tough, but hope to get over there.......I'll let you guys know what they bring to the table...... I know you can hardly wait....

[sjfcards]

Fisher is struggling again tonight. Not Rebounding, and not hitting free throws. Down Double Digits late in the first half. Not much going right for Fisher early in the year. 

[sjfcards]

Fisher was able to come back from 13 down tonight, and pulled out a 80-75 win over Brockport. Still worried about Fisher, but at least they got their first win.

[fisheralum91]

cards,
for a team that was picked to win the e8, they are playing absolutely horrible.
what gives?
pg play?
size?
this team needs a shot in the arm or a kick in the ass

[FROMAFAR]

here we go again......... RE: Tigers...I was at the game....we just are not prepared in the beginning of the season. we don't have a personality, WE SHADOW BOX, RATHER THAN GO TO THE THROAT...Hey, Staten Island won..and I believe that's a step in the right direction for them. They are 3-0 and who knows, they could be a factor in their league....The stats basically mirror each other for this game as does the score except for 3 pts. I don't know, I watch the other team and they seem to have a plan. I watch us and we seem to be feeling our way through........Again, I like a floor general, and we don't have that.........This team better wake up fast if they don't want to be needing a late run to finish in top 4...... I know I know only 1 game, BUT I am beginning to get frustrated.   I need some feedback on Fisher, and Stevens last night..... Both won, which is good.... how were their opponents. I see Stevens held on for dear life against FDU ......typically not a strong team....Any one have info... Cyclone, Old Duck???

[magicman]

In case you missed it. Skidmore wins the longest game in Division III history last night as they beat Southern Vermont 128-123 in SEVEN overtime periods. Previous record was a 5 OT game. See my post on the Liberty League board. ESPN did a story on the game. Here's the link:

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5846042&categoryid=2459792

[sjfcards]

There was good news and bad news for Fisher last night. The bad news is that they struggled,again, against a team I would expect them to beat. They really struggle with size inside and can't seem to rebound or defend the three very well. But, the goodd news is they showed something during gut check time. Fisher had several chances to fold up shop (down double digits several times in the 2nd half) but they were able to pull it out.
They played without Norsen again last night. Not sure what is going on there but they need to get him back to help inside. They look like they are trying to find themselves, but hopefully last night gets them into a roll going forward.

[sjfcards]

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the boards and all of your families...Have a great Holiday.

[Bengalsrule]

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the boards and all of your families...Have a great Holiday.

Ditto!

[sjfcards]

Wow we need some games to be played here. The holiday is great, but lets get something going on here.

[whatisee]

Hey bloggers, new to this site. Have been following the conversation for some time, and here's what I see. Have checked out a few Saxon games, and wonder if anyone has the same take-they seem to be living and dying by the 3. Is this Alfred's typical style of play?