MBB: American Southwest Conference

[Ralph Turner]

I was playing for UTD last year and then I got hurt and kind of lost contact with Coach Butterfield. I transfered schools this semester and I havent seen the guys play. I only know for sure that Travis Carruthers, Martin Salinas,  and Ernest Lowery are back. I would think Tyrone Hurt will be back and hopefully Chris Riley who didn't play last year because of a shoulder injury will suit up for the comets. The most talented player for UTD is Mike Mckey he didn't get much PT last year, but he could be a major  player in the conference if Coach lets him do what he is capable of.

+1 karma!  Thanks for the input!  Please keep it coming!

[kid nice]

Ralph, yes I remember those games. I played in several of them.  I did not get a chance to see the chocs play last season, I am only going by the memory of our sweet sixteen appearence and I don't think we could have pressured those teams.  I have heard that the present team is more athletic that those teams so maybe that is there best plan of attack.  I just think when it comes down to those really tough games and the last 5 minutes, you must be able to execute in the half court.

[Ralph Turner]

Ralph, yes I remember those games. I played in several of them.  I did not get a chance to see the chocs play last season, I am only going by the memory of our sweet sixteen appearence and I don't think we could have pressured those teams.  I have heard that the present team is more athletic that those teams so maybe that is there best plan of attack.  I just think when it comes down to those really tough games and the last 5 minutes, you must be able to execute in the half court.

For shear excitement and quality of play, I especially remember the 2001 second round game.  The Chocs had stomped the SCAC Champs Millsaps 61-45 and then came to McMurry and we edged you 86-82!  I listened to that game on the radio!  Wow!

[MC Boy]

As a response to the Chocs situation, I think that Coach Jones has been able to really see what the team needs to do when they get to nationals because he has been on the outside looking in.  Dont get me wrong Coach Lofton is a good coach but he always said that coaches are only as good as their players.  I really think that Coach Lofton was kind of scared to take risk and play the into the talent of his team.  Many coaches are so traditional to where as they are not going to change the way that they have been doing things especially if they are winning.  At this point it is no question that the Chocs aren't winning.  It's just that now the focus is on winning a NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP and not just being content with winning conference every year.  So hopefully Coach Jones will come in and change the system that he originally started and get the job done.  Let's Go Chocs!

[kid nice]

mc boy, I think mc needs to change its style of play somewhat.  They have enough raw talent to beat 80% of the teams they play with any style, but when it comes down to the top 16 or 20 teams in the country you need to be able to have at least a few half court sets that you can execute really well.  I think they need to run and press because they have the athletes to do it,  but at some point you are going to play a team that is really good at breaking the press (ex. 00' McMurry in elite 8).

[Ralph Turner]

mc boy, I think mc needs to change its style of play somewhat.  They have enough raw talent to beat 80% of the teams they play with any style, but when it comes down to the top 16 or 20 teams in the country you need to be able to have at least a few half court sets that you can execute really well.  I think they need to run and press because they have the athletes to do it,  but at some point you are going to play a team that is really good at breaking the press (ex. 00' McMurry in elite 8).

Kid Nice recalls what McMurry ran into at National Champion Calvin before 4500 screaming fans in the Elite 8 game!

[dballa]

Just got back from the HPU/TSU scrimmage.  The men are looking really good.  Lost the first half by 7.  They lost the 2nd half by 16 but a lot of that was with the 2nd/3rd team against TSU's starters.  Then won the last 10 mins by 4 with pretty much all subs playing against each other.  Kendrick Johnson and Sean Wheeler are looking as good as always.  Tom Herrman(sp?) is going to be a great player for HPU.  They have some subs that will be able to come in and contribute a lot of minutes. 

[choctawmaniac]

It's been a while since I posted here. Ralph's talk about the 2001 playoff game featuring MC and McMurry brings back fond memories of a long bus trip from Clinton with a buddy of mine who actually was in my wedding. I can remember the hard-fought game it was, as were all of those contests between the Indians and Choctaws. Even though I have moved to Lincoln, Nebraska, for graduate school and won't be able to see my alma mater play in the next few years, I will be excited to see how they fare this year with the return of Jones and the promising season they are supposed to have. Now only if they can make the playoffs and get that Sweet 16 monkey off their back.

[chocsrock34]

MC scrimmaged William Carey monday night and beat them by about 8. MC though started out slow. Winford was off at the beginning but finished strong and sophmore Steven Blevins played a good bit and was really able to control the pace of the game. Winford ans Blevins played high school together and have a flow when out on the court at the same time but Coach Jones never had them in together. Great things can happen if the two can work together.

[MissChoctaw]

MC looked sluggish against William Carey in the first half. However they ended up winning by about ten. The chocs have great talent and depth again this year. Collins looked good leading the chocs in scoring with sixteen.Broomefield,Eugene, Jones, Evans, and Hudson all had solid games. Winford had a subpar night but we know he will be solid as always. Its scary but the chocs have a great chance to be even better than last year. They will definitely be the team to beat in the ASC and hopefully in the NATION. Good luck to all the teams as the ASC season gets ready to begin.

[kid nice]

Chocrock, you must be blevins himself.  This is now college basketball. Not high school ball in the MPSA.  What you did there really means nothing. I think Coach Jones and Coach Lofton probably know what they are doing and if what you say is the case (probably not) then they,or you,  will be on the court with your little buddy.

[MissChoctaw]

Kidnice, I agree that the post seems to have been written by Blevins or a family member. However Blevins did playwell and is at best a solid backup. I will keep everyone posted on how the Chocs look this year. We have a scrimmage on Sunday at two o'clock against Millsapps. How are the other teams lokking this year. I know about the returners but what about the transfers and freshman. Any impact players coming to the ASC this season?

[Ralph Turner]

It is great to have all of these Choctaw fans on here.  Keep on posting.

[chocsrock34]

Chocrock, you must be blevins himself.  This is now college basketball. Not high school ball in the MPSA.  What you did there really means nothing. I think Coach Jones and Coach Lofton probably know what they are doing and if what you say is the case (probably not) then they,or you,  will be on the court with your little buddy.

Kid, actually i ain't if ya wanna check my profile you will realize i couldn't possibly be Steven

[MC Boy]

The Chocs scrimmaged Milsaps tonight and won the game.  The guys played pretty good and they look like they are ready for the season.  Broomfield had a good night with about 12 boards and 8 points.  They are going too be very deep on the bench but I just hope Coach Jones keep the guys that are playing good in the game.  Also I hope that WInford lives up to all of the high expectations and come through for the Chocs in the clutch and not just in the regular season.  I think that they will win their division easily.  Chocs Rock!