MBB: NESCAC

[Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan)]

There's really no way to evaluate it well until after the first round of the NESCAC tournament.  I can see, right now, at least one Pool C team, easy, but it will all depend on who wins and who loses - it could be more, could be less.

Also, before we get too far down the rabbit hole here, Bates didn't stay on top - so even if somebody was making the case for it, the reasoning didn't fly.


You also have to remember, the Chair for the RAC is from the NEWMAC, so, especially in these early rankings, might see it as his duty to be tough on his own conference to avoid bias.  They ended up getting it right.

[iwumichigander]

Also, been away for the last week and wanted to ask about the Sinnickson (sp?) commentary wrt the possibility of playing another year in d1.

I don't have a great read on his abilities, but by all accounts he is clearly a very good NESCAC player and gifted athletically. I find myself wondering how many coaches would want to take a flyer for only 1 year on a guy who is not going to be a complete stud at that level, or have some really special talent like being a specialist 3 point shooter or something. It will be interesting to see how it plays out.

Another option would be to head to whichever UAA school has the best returning team next year (with appropriate graduate degree program of course). That way you'd have a great school academically, get to travel around a bunch, and be a sure fire impact player on a team looking to compete at the national level.

Either way, I find myself envious of his position.

IMHO no reputable coach is going to take "a flyer".  There has to be a mutually agreeable fit for the transferee and the coach - that has confidence his team can mentally handle a transfer coming in getting significant PT.  Usually a "no guarantees or promises" agreement.  But in the right situation, it can definitely work.

[Vandy74]

Also, been away for the last week and wanted to ask about the Sinnickson (sp?) commentary wrt the possibility of playing another year in d1.

I don't have a great read on his abilities, but by all accounts he is clearly a very good NESCAC player and gifted athletically. I find myself wondering how many coaches would want to take a flyer for only 1 year on a guy who is not going to be a complete stud at that level, or have some really special talent like being a specialist 3 point shooter or something. It will be interesting to see how it plays out.

Another option would be to head to whichever UAA school has the best returning team next year (with appropriate graduate degree program of course). That way you'd have a great school academically, get to travel around a bunch, and be a sure fire impact player on a team looking to compete at the national level.

Either way, I find myself envious of his position.

IMHO no reputable coach is going to take "a flyer".  There has to be a mutually agreeable fit for the transferee and the coach - that has confidence his team can mentally handle a transfer coming in getting significant PT.  Usually a "no guarantees or promises" agreement.  But in the right situation, it can definitely work.

This is just conjecture but Sinnickson also has a remaining year of baseball eligibility.  I've heard that the D1 schools that interest him (possibly among others) are URI and Stony Brook.  He's from Sands Point, NY.  He started every game as a freshman and sophomore.  His fy batting stats were unremarkable but solid enough for a freshman.  His sophomore season he batted .379.  Of the team's three HR he hit two of them and he stole 9 bases on 12 attempts.  On the defensive side he played a near flawless outfield handling 181 chances while committing only 2 errors in both seasons combined.  The Stony Brook site has not updated to include last season's results but the year before was rather dismal.  This season's roster lists five OF.  One junior, three sophs and a freshman.  Not exactly a starting outfield etched in stone. 

[amh63]

Vandy...nice to hear from you!  Your info wrt DK may prove to be a path ahead for him if he has a productive baseball season.  There are a number of Amherst players that took steps towards MLB after graduation...playing..were "drafted"?
If Sinnickson does go Di somewhere it seems that this board will have posts on Three! Former players next season..me thinks .  In any case keep posting on DK's baseball progress somewhere...maybe Old Guy can contribute.
I in my wanderings have been to Sinnickson's home turf around Stony Brook.  There is an art museum at Stony Brook that has some paintings of a great great grandfather of my wife...we took the ferry from Bridgeport Ct. across to Port Jefferson, LI.  Yes, the culture...fine arts talents lies on her side...including Writing

[nescac1]

Sounds like Sabety may play on Saturday vs. Amherst: http://tuftsdaily.com/sports/2015/02/19/jumbos-lord-jeffs-prepare-nescac-matchup/

I imagine even if he did play, he's be very rusty, and very limited, but if he could give them 10 solid minutes at the 5 backing up Palleschi, that would certainly help Tufts' chances. 

[booyakasha]

I like the staggered start times this weekend. If wish the games at Bates and Bowdoin were more like two hours apart so I could try and sneak to both.

Does anyone know if you need tickets this weekend (more concerned about Bates than Bowdoin)?

[polbear73]

I like the staggered start times this weekend. If wish the games at Bates and Bowdoin were more like two hours apart so I could try and sneak to both.

Does anyone know if you need tickets this weekend (more concerned about Bates than Bowdoin)?

Tickets are available at the door at Bowdoin-$3 for adults. Good for both the men's and women's games. No advance sale.

[WPI89]

Vandy...nice to hear from you!  Your info wrt DK may prove to be a path ahead for him if he has a productive baseball season.  There are a number of Amherst players that took steps towards MLB after graduation...playing..were "drafted"?
If Sinnickson does go Di somewhere it seems that this board will have posts on Three! Former players next season..me thinks .  In any case keep posting on DK's baseball progress somewhere...maybe Old Guy can contribute.
I in my wanderings have been to Sinnickson's home turf around Stony Brook.  There is an art museum at Stony Brook that has some paintings of a great great grandfather of my wife...we took the ferry from Bridgeport Ct. across to Port Jefferson, LI.  Yes, the culture...fine arts talents lies on her side...including Writing

AHH63 - no luv for Racey's 10 3's last Friday (or did I miss it on the page?).  Just read about it yesterday in our little local weekly newspaper............

[amh63]

WPI....thought you was busy....yes, he holds the record!  Got notice and Pix on the Amherst writeup of the game.  Today's preview of the tournament.....again on the website...athletic page...notes Racy's efforts to date.  Wished he was on in the loss to Middlebury...may have prevented a road trip.
Racy is getting more PT these days...on the floor with Green even vice backup.  Due to his improved defensive efforts.
Need to get the SID to make a reference or give you credit...as the agent/ recruiter

[NothingButNESCAC]

Not sure if anyone else was planning to do it, but I'll throw out some lines for tomorrow.

Colby +11 at Trinity: Trinity won by 9 the first time they played and I expect a similar game to that.

Williams +7.5 at Bowdoin: Both teams have matchup problems with the other so it will come down to who better exploits their advantages better. Also, Williams simply has to make shots.

Wesleyan +2.5 at Bates: Hardest game to put a line on because of how well Wesleyan played last weekend. Wesleyan also had the first game in hand before Safford went off in the second half. Actually think Wesleyan wins but this is where the line should be.

Amherst +4.5 at Tufts: Obviously it is going to be closer than last time. Still think Tufts should be favored especially if Sabety plays a little bit.

All four home teams are favored but not by much.

[booyakasha]

I like the staggered start times this weekend. If wish the games at Bates and Bowdoin were more like two hours apart so I could try and sneak to both.

Does anyone know if you need tickets this weekend (more concerned about Bates than Bowdoin)?

Tickets are available at the door at Bowdoin-$3 for adults. Good for both the men's and women's games. No advance sale.

Thanks PolBear.

Interestingly enough, both Bates and Bowdoin should be pulling for Colby this weekend because in the event of the Trinity loss, one of these teams may end up hosting. I'd love it if finals weekend were in Maine. Longshot without Hudnut, but the focus on 3pt shooting in today's game lends itself to upsets if you can get a shooter or two on a roll.

[CatCountry2013]

I like the staggered start times this weekend. If wish the games at Bates and Bowdoin were more like two hours apart so I could try and sneak to both.

Does anyone know if you need tickets this weekend (more concerned about Bates than Bowdoin)?

Tickets are available at the door at Bowdoin-$3 for adults. Good for both the men's and women's games. No advance sale.

Tickets are free at Bates. It's not going to be as crowded as other games since most students won't be arriving back from break until Sunday.

Thanks PolBear.

Interestingly enough, both Bates and Bowdoin should be pulling for Colby this weekend because in the event of the Trinity loss, one of these teams may end up hosting. I'd love it if finals weekend were in Maine. Longshot without Hudnut, but the focus on 3pt shooting in today's game lends itself to upsets if you can get a shooter or two on a roll.

[polbear73]

Am concerned that `Bowdoin is going miss Keegan Pieri's 20 points and 10 rebounds that he recorded in their 7 point win in January over Williams.  Ephs also played without Rooke-Ley.  Should be a great game but am afraid that installing the Polar Bears as a 7.5 favorite is generous. Hope I'm wrong.  We'll see.

[WPI89]

Not sure if anyone else was planning to do it, but I'll throw out some lines for tomorrow.

Colby +11 at Trinity: Trinity won by 9 the first time they played and I expect a similar game to that.

Williams +7.5 at Bowdoin: Both teams have matchup problems with the other so it will come down to who better exploits their advantages better. Also, Williams simply has to make shots.

Wesleyan +2.5 at Bates: Hardest game to put a line on because of how well Wesleyan played last weekend. Wesleyan also had the first game in hand before Safford went off in the second half. Actually think Wesleyan wins but this is where the line should be.

Amherst +4.5 at Tufts: Obviously it is going to be closer than last time. Still think Tufts should be favored especially if Sabety plays a little bit.

All four home teams are favored but not by much.

I like all 4 plus the points!

[NothingButNESCAC]

Am concerned that `Bowdoin is going miss Keegan Pieri's 20 points and 10 rebounds that he recorded in their 7 point win in January over Williams.  Ephs also played without Rooke-Ley.  Should be a great game but am afraid that installing the Polar Bears as a 7.5 favorite is generous. Hope I'm wrong.  We'll see.

We talk about it more in our game preview which will be out later today but both teams have been basically the same with and without those guys. That isn't taking away from them as players but both teams adjusted to playing without them and had similar results. Believe me, Williams ability on offense with Rooke-Ley in the lineup scares me like crazy, but the Ephs haven't been a very different team with him in the lineup.