NESCAC

[Mr.Right]

You have overrated Odulate all season. He is a special athlete but not one one the best soccer players in the league.

[Brother Flounder]

I have to say Mr. Right that your picks are pretty good.  I may substitute Bull for Greenwood but given Bull's year compared to the last 2 years, it may be a toss-up.  If the picks are really based on this year's performance and not past reputation, you are pretty spot on.....

[Mr.Right]

Thanks man..what about your 11?

[onetouch]

[quote.For instance Matt Muralles for Williams had a great career with many nominations and awards racked up in his 3 years prior to this year. He was one of a couple reasons why Williams failed this year. He did not work hard and let his teammates down with selfish and disenchanting play. He was a major disappointment but you may have a coach vote for him anyway.
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Disgusting comment by you Lapaz/Right.  Time to ban you again.

[Mr.Right]

Sorry you get upset at the truth

[Brother Flounder]

Thanks man..what about your 11?

G- Scott Greenwood- Tufts
D- Geoff Danilack- Williams
D- Sam Williams- Tufts
D- Gabe Wirz- Amherst
M- Devlin
M- Gus Santos- Tufts
M- Greg Conrad- Midd
M- Jason Kayne- Tufts
F- Zach Grady- Williams
F- Nico Pascual Leone- Amherst
F- Adam Glazer- Midd

I was at the Tufts Bowdoin game and was wondering why Kayne and Patel didn't play.  A parent was talking about Kayne and Patel. Patel hurt his leg and Kayne played the last 3 weeks with a broken big toe.  Shapiro must have rested Kayne since Tufts had won the #1 seed at that point.  I don't know where Patel stands.

[Mr.Right]

good questions..no one has answered about Kramer either. That is the biggest issue. Patel can be replaced by Schiable if necessary. I would assume Kayne will play hurt in the NCAA's instead of not playing at all. I still think with a bunch of upsets to other teams in different conferences around the country Tufts is going to sweat out a bid but I believe they will get it.

However Tufts will not be in the pod of 4 teams to host in the New England regions.

Brandeis, Amherst, Wheaton and Coast Guard will be hosting if results hold serve

[Brother Flounder]

I just went back and checked the box score and Kayne started in the Conn College playoff game.  Yes, I think Tufts will and should make it and agree they won't be a host......

[Mr.Right]

I find it interesting that people are ripping Shapiro for going 0-1-1 last week. Remember this is Nescac and any team can beat anyone. I cannot downgrade their season with a week's worth of work and injuries and suspensions. You are correct is it disappointing because had they won the Nescac championship they would have hosted to the Final 4. They have a big home field advantage. In saying that I believe they will be a tough out for any of the top teams.

[oldonionbag]

Agree with you Mr. Right. Every team hits hot streaks and cold streaks in the NESCAC at random points in the season. I think that the injuries, the suspension (was it league-mandated or Shapiro-imposed?), and the weather were all factors in the loss to Conn. Tufts dominated most of the game, and were extremely unlucky not to score. Looking at the stats, they had 20 shots and 9 corners...sometimes the ball does not bounce your way, but that's what makes this sport great. As for the Bowdoin game...what can you do about a game-tying free kick ripped into the upper 90 from 30 yards out? Sometimes you must simply shake your head and applaud the opponent.

I also think the Jumbos will receive an at-large bid. Any team who draws Tufts in the NCAAs might be in for a rude awakening if they play to their potential. Of course... I could also see them losing in the first round with their penchant for unpredictability   

How high (or low) would you have Tufts seeded? A 7th or an 8th seed seems to be about right...

[Mr.Right]

They will not drop past #5 in this week's regional rankings as the teams right behind them are squarely on the bubble. Midd, Babson and WPI all have work to do. If any of those 3 lose their next game they are out.

[Mr.Right]

Kramer is the big question mark. I have no info on this. Lima's incident last year was as horrific as Kramer's and he was suspended one game by Russo and then 2 extra games by Nescac. It also was very controversial because Weller Hilomanz parents were writing letters and emails to anyone and everyone. I believe they pushed the buttons of Nescac to discipline him. I have no idea who the player was that got elbowed

[PaulNewman]

What is the evidence of this terrible season Bull has had?  I recall one big error all season.  His other strengths make him a concern for opposing defenses that no other GK can come close to, and I am a Greenwood fan. 

And Tufts would not have hosted to the final four unless Brandeis lost a couple more games or Oneonta for that matter.

[MENESCACFAN]

Telling others why they are wrong is the best part for me. Does that ruin your time on the site? Can you go over your rules for this board again?

I just figure more interesting to see you picks rather than you pontificate with your own opinion solely.  You are often wrong yourself like the rest of us.  Not my rules but there are rules about respect on this board, hence your need to change your identity and deny it was you when coming back.

[Mr.Right]

You are correct about Tufts hosting. They would have had 1st and 2nd round but not home field until the final 4. Now they most likely will be sent to Wheaton's pod...

Bull has been very effective but not perfect like we are used to. I guess that is a compliment but Greenwood will get the nod this year.