MBB: American Southwest Conference

[etbualum]

Hey ETBUALUM how is Courtney Waters looking in offseason. I heard he was a very good player. Just wondering if you had heard or seen anything...thanks

He is one of the guys that looks pretty good so far.  I think he will be fighting for a starting spot.  We were hurt last year by inconsistent play and small size at the guards and he should help a lot.  I think he can play the 1 or the 2 if needed.  He played some at PJC so maybe he will play like a jr.

[Bearkat00]

Looks like I am behind in my posts, but I figured I'd chime in a little bit on the topic of admissions/financial aid/etc.

First off, I'd like to consider that I know what I am talking about b/c I've been an Assistant Director of Admissions for a University and have had the privalage of knowing all the facts and figures of every University in the state of Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma (doesn't really apply to us).  I have great relationships with employees over @ LETU, ETBU, HSU, UMHB and McM and truly understand the ins and outs of what it takes to get into the Universities @ each of thoes fine institutions.

First from an admissions side - YES, it is typically easier to get into these private Universities for one reason - THEY ARE ALL TUITION DRIVEN.  Private Universities live and die on enrollment.  With the economy so poor as it is today, Universities will often times accept students who do not meet "the requirements" on a provesional basis that limits them to how many hours they enroll in, require weekly meetings with advisors, study hall, etc.  So does admissions often times stretch the limits for a student at a private University versuses a public, absolutley.  And don't just think they are doing it for student-athletes.  They go to bat for all students who show interest in their institution.

Second - While all these private Universities are higher in costs, most of them do have insitutional scholarship opportunities to make college affordable, except LETU.  Being that LETU is interdenominational, or non denominational, there is no backing from and Church, unlike most of the private Universities in the conference.  There are also NO LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS at LETU.  And don't get us started on their transfer scholarships (max of $3,000 per year).  While LETU does offer a chancellor's scholarship (from the website, I assume that is a minority scholarship that emphasises grades and community service) it maxs out at $5,000/year.  Total cost to attend LETU is about $27,000/year.  Most students are having to come up with a lot of money to attend. 

All this being said, and obvious that I am an LETU alum, I am really impressed on what Coach Davis has done recruiting wise with his team.  He's brought in quality players who excel in the classroom and have bought into him and his system.  They place value in the University as an academic insitiution and realize that after four years, it's done.  I am not taking anything away from other universities or players, I just want people to realize that what Bob Davis has done at LETU is nothing short of a miracle. 

And trust me, there is no money under the table or attempting to piece scholarships together to make this work. 

Just my thoughts!

[pistol pete 22]

Why is everyone keeping quiet now that the season has started? Ive heard things are looking good here at Dallas!

[ASCfan237]

Heard things have been smooth out here for the Eagles. Players are coming into practice in good shape and ready to contribute.

[Walter17]

This might have already been asked, but what is it looking like this year for UMHB?  I know they've got quite a few good players returning, so I'm assuming they should be very solid.  Who is going to step in and fill up the paint this year?

[Ralph Turner]

Welcome aboard Walter17.

Which team(s) do you follow?

Glad to have new posters!

[Walter17]

I'm actually a Trinity fan myself.  But I'm somewhat familiar with the ASC and its teams.  I had the opportunity to see Trinity play up at UMHB a couple of years ago and noticed they were back on the schedule this season. 

[pistol pete 22]

This might have already been asked, but what is it looking like this year for UMHB?  I know they've got quite a few good players returning, so I'm assuming they should be very solid.  Who is going to step in and fill up the paint this year?

UMHB should be very strong again this year and I believe they will win the ASC. They have Ivey returning from last year in the post. He did not play too much but he has very good size for this conference so I'm sure he will compete for some minutes. Havent heard what kinda players they got in this year. They seem set at the guards with Caskey, Lytle and Gaddy, which is by far the best guard combo in the conference. They also have Wagner, who would start at most other schools. Looking at the stats from last year they also have Ray, listed as 6'5" so he might be an option at the 4 if the need him. Basically, the should be pretty good, especiall at the guard spots!

[Walter17]

well, I guess the preseason top 25 poll helped answer my question as to how good UMHB might be this year, haha!  I'm looking forward to them coming down to San Antonio November 25.

[pistol pete 22]

well, I guess the preseason top 25 poll helped answer my question as to how good UMHB might be this year, haha!  I'm looking forward to them coming down to San Antonio November 25.

I was shocked when I seen UMHB was ranked #10. I think that may be a little high.

[ASCfan237]

Walter,

How is Trinity looking this upcoming season? #10 is pretty impressive for UMHB.

[Walter17]

Trinity will be solid based on their experience.  They have had the same core of guys (now seniors) playing a majority of their minutes over the past two seasons and have been right in the mix each season.  Like most Trinity teams, it is going to be a fairly deep group, with somewhere between 9-12 guys getting minutes every game.  BJ Moon and Charles Houston have had solid careers thus far and I expect them to step up in their senior leadership roles to help make a run at the SCAC title this season.  Obviously, as stated earlier, I'm very excited about the Nov. 25 game against UMHB!

[fcnews]

Congrats on UMHB's pre-season ranking. Fontbonne would like a rematch in this years NCAA's. Perferably the second or third round

[#1ascfanman]

These preseason ranking don't mean anything, especially at this level.  Look at the top 25 teams, it looks as if most of it is based on records from the last season.  There is no national attention and no one knows anything about recruits and so forth.  It is the same for the conference preseason awards.  Josh here at LC was named preseason poy but no one knows what new transfer or recruit could take that award.  UMHB is somewhat deserving of the accolades but they lost some key players from last year and to be #10 I think is a little high.  Especially after finishing the year at #17 and losing key players.  Not to say they did not bring good new players in but how do they know on a national scale?  Lets see how the season plays out.    Good luck to everyone but look out for those LC Wildcats! Congrat on your first "home" win in football!!!!


GO CATS

[ASCfan237]

I agree. It is hard for teams to be evaluated and ranked when no one knows any of the recruits. It isnt like ESPN has a press release on the top 25 D3 recruiting classes. But MHB will be solid again and MC is always good, so it should be an interesting year.