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by wgracie99
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Whose # should be up in the rafters?
Replies: 231
Views: 10490

Re: Whose # should be up in the rafters?

Ring of Honor/Hall of Greats: Caverley Garrick Silk Owens Sly Kenny Green Wheeler Mobley ARD Odom (but I get why it wont happen) Jimmy Will Daniels Delroy EC Hass Terrell If we're hanging numbers (but not retiring them) then I reduce it to Caverley, Sly, Wheeler, Mobley, Jimmy, EC, Hassan Great lis...
by wgracie99
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Opening the 2021-22 MBB Prediction Contest
Replies: 66
Views: 4119

Re: Opening the 2021-22 MBB Prediction Contest

19-12
10-8
68.9
Shep 14.7
4612
by wgracie99
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: PC game cancelled - WHY???
Replies: 737
Views: 42381

Re: PC game cancelled - WHY???

Of course, you don't think I'd rather see PC play URI at home than TCU on the road? At the same time, I'd rather PC does what is right for the program, not because of public pressure but what best situates them to a) make the tournament and b) hopefully get some wins there. Unfortunately, they didn...
by wgracie99
3 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '22 MI SG - JaVaughn Hannah (Offer)
Replies: 2
Views: 595

Re: '22 MI SG - JaVaughn Hannah (Offer)

Looking for bigger fish (Big 10) as "the most underrated player in the country" per himself. Averaged 30 and scored 60 in a game - "In my opinion I'm a baby Kawhi". Very confident young man, wish him well...baby A10 Rhody has no shot getting him though.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: ‘20 TN PG - Norance Tres Berry (URI ---> Charleston Southern)
Replies: 635
Views: 70302

Re: ‘20 TN PG - Norance Tres Berry (Offer)

I would hold off on that last scholarship until the decision on immediately eligible transfers is made in June. If it’s yes, then we can be selective because we have a full roster and look for a specific need, like an outside shooter. If it’s no, then look for the best available remaining incoming ...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1 spot left!
Replies: 43
Views: 2981

Re: 1 spot left!

DC_Rams wrote: 4 years ago
steviep123 wrote: 4 years ago
DC_Rams wrote: 4 years ago Berry will complete the class.
DC in another thread you said no Berry due to Martin.
Yup, things changed.
Just in case the new transfer rule doesn’t get approved?
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

DC_Rams wrote: 4 years ago
wgracie99 wrote: 4 years ago
DC_Rams wrote: 4 years ago

We would be deep!
Are we the front runners on the twins?
I believe so
Was there a connection with them and Coach Cox from their high school days?
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

Berry and the Twins....we will be set. Yeah I would love that. Think chances have to be good with that happening. And after everyone calling kingston on fire additions of abou berry and the twins would be exactly what the doctor ordered to bring the fans back on board. If this scenario did play out...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '21 MD SG - Brandon Murray (LSU ---> Georgetown)
Replies: 258
Views: 25882

Re: '20 MD SG - Brandon Murray (Offer)

I think he would make the perfect Martin replacement on the wing.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Transfer Carousel - 2020-21
Replies: 1150
Views: 99523

Re: The Transfer Carousel - 2020

Who would commit before visiting? And right now, no one is visiting. Cooley and Pitino aren't having any problems getting commits, along with many other schools. That's with no visits. Yes, Pitino is Pitino..... SEEING the campus and beaches are big selling points. If there are no eyes here to see ...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: March 15 1998
Replies: 47
Views: 3391

Re: March 15 1998

Bitter sweet memory - brings back the last minute of the Stanford game and the fact we were that last minute away from the final four. But what a team and back court. 78/88/98 brings back great memories.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

exactly - you need the big name to get big time recruits URI would have been having some fun winning w/ Rick Pitino if only we offered him a job.... THINK BIG DO WE You don’t think a sweet 16 run by Iona next year and he keeps himself clean that he wouldn’t bolt for a lower P5 team? I do and than a...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Transfer issues
Replies: 250
Views: 15354

Re: URI Transfer issues

This program and this board need some positive news. Is that too much to ask? That may be tough to get right now with no visits able to be taken. Will the Mitchell twins commit without coming for a visit? Berry at least has visited so he may commit. Maybe a transfer that has been here before would ...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Transfer Carousel - 2020-21
Replies: 1150
Views: 99523

Re: The Transfer Carousel - 2020

Tate situation is drastically different than Long. Can't compare the two or put them in the same category. I'm certainly disappointed by Long departure. He will be missed but I find it hard to believe that him and the family thought more time was deserved. How many minutes would have been enough to...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (Rhode Island Commit)
Replies: 602
Views: 83846

Re: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (URI Signed LOI)

I think this kid will have a fast learning curve, stay the whole 4 years and end up considered a very good player.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '19 MD SF - Mekhi Long (URI --> Old Dominion)
Replies: 358
Views: 38308

Re: '19 MD SF - Mekhi Long (URI - Transfer)

Well we dont know how much better he will be come November. Besides, not like I think he is going to come in and play big minutes next year. Dont even think Long would, with Tyrese and Jacob getting most of the wing minutes. Throw DJ out there if we are up against a zone or something. Look I hope h...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Transfer Carousel - 2020-21
Replies: 1150
Views: 99523

Re: The Transfer Carousel - 2020

Is there still a rumor that Long will/wants to transfer?
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2020-21 Season
Replies: 73
Views: 7638

Re: 2020-21 Season

What if Jeff and Cyril get another year as some are advocating for seniors to get another year? Talk about loaded.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

I haven’t been trashing Harris because it’s not like the kid hasn’t been trying but he is what he is and that’s a bench piece. They need 2 real serviceable bigs to be able to help right away next year and beyond. Need an experienced player that can start at the beginning of the year.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #17 - Games of Interest
Replies: 212
Views: 13562

Re: Week #17 - Games of Interest

I could build a nice winter home in Florida with as many bricks as Nova is throwing up. 2-15 3...2-9 Ft
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

Is it the 1st one that says yes we take?...... Would taking Murray instead of Berry hurt our chances with Akeem? Is Akeem a pipe dream anyway? ..... If it's - Berry's coming so Akeem would come I'd take that scenario 1st I guess.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2/26 | Fordham | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 553
Views: 27320

Re: 2/26 | Fordham | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

I have a lot of confidence that this game ends up like the game at Fordham 2 years ago,,,,Double digit lead by half (9 points that game) and cruise to a 15-20 point win. 73-56 They'll beat St Louis by 4-6 Play Dayton down to the wire and maybe just maybe get a break/bounce/call to go there way Umass...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2/22 | Davidson | 5:30PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 581
Views: 29382

Re: 2/22 | Davidson | 5:30PM (CBSSN)

May the force be with us = May the refs call it even.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #16 - Games of Interest
Replies: 387
Views: 22487

Re: Week #16 - Games of Interest

Whomever you side won't change the outcome. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the game while we bide our time to Davidson. That's the game that matters.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2/11 | Dayton | 7:30PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 694
Views: 39356

Re: 2/11 | Dayton | 7:30PM (CBSSN)

The game started like the "imperfect storm" for the team. Dayton came out smokin and the team came out nervous and then started to press and before you knew it down 17-0.....Won't happen like that at home for the rematch. I hope Dayton ends up a big favorite again because I see it playing ...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 NY C - Isaiah Richards (Louisiana at Lafayette)
Replies: 185
Views: 27162

Re: '20 NY C - Isaiah Richards (Offer)

Billyboy78 wrote: 4 years ago
wgracie99 wrote: 4 years ago
reef wrote: 4 years ago Uh oh we competing with VCU again ??!
He was here to see "us" blow the doors off VCU. That has to be worth something...???
He wasn't here.
My bad - thought he was coming.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 NY C - Isaiah Richards (Louisiana at Lafayette)
Replies: 185
Views: 27162

Re: '20 NY C - Isaiah Richards (Offer)

reef wrote: 4 years ago Uh oh we competing with VCU again ??!
He was here to see "us" blow the doors off VCU. That has to be worth something...???
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2/8 | George Washington | 12:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 341
Views: 19059

Re: 2/8 | George Washington | 12:00PM (CBSSN)

Uneasy feeling about this game. Hope I'm wrong.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2/4 | UMass | 7:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 428
Views: 21917

Re: 2/4 | UMass | 7:00PM (CBSSN)

guesses on the attendance tonight? I'm going with 6,375. I'm expecting to be disappointed by tip off (especially thanks to the Ryan Center's ease of access), more disappointed at the under 16 when attendance is highest, and as mad as I get every game when several hundred elderly and shitty fans get...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)
Replies: 346
Views: 14145

Re: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)

Yes. Don’t get me wrong- the team played well. Just got unnecessarily sloppy at times. That’s going to happen. Especially with guys playing as many mins as they do. The guards have to play a boatload Jeff 37 Fatts 38 Martin 35 and that can lead to some fatigue and sloppiness. Walker played his most...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #13 - Games of Interest
Replies: 287
Views: 9022

Re: Week #13 - Games of Interest

In Tuesday action in the A-10 : Rhode Island at George Mason , 7 PM. On Stadium. Richmond at VCU , 7 PM. On CBSSN. No Tuesday games involving URI OOC opponents. Rhody and VCU take care of business tonight and Katy-Bar-The-Door Friday night!! It's gonna be a rockin!! I am leaving at 5:00am to head t...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)
Replies: 346
Views: 14145

Re: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)

I don't know the statistics but I believe we shoot FT's better in the 2nd half also. Fatts is money down the stretch and even Langevine, who usually misses his first 3-4 in the game is better in the 2nd half (at least by memory I think so).
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)
Replies: 346
Views: 14145

Re: 1/28 | George Mason | 7:00PM (YurView/Stadium)

I'm telling you, it won't matter. This team, the URI team, isn't going to all of a sudden become something they aren't. I know people, desperately, want them to all of a sudden, flip a switch, and decimate a lower ranked team, but it's not going to happen. And you can crunch the numbers all you wan...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 6-1. Now what?
Replies: 35
Views: 2159

Re: 6-1. Now what?

11 games in less than 5 weeks. Health remains a big factor the rest of the way (need all 8 at least semi healthy). Any word on Harris?
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: NET 2019-2020 Season
Replies: 765
Views: 43539

Re: NET 2019-2020 Season

Washington lost by double digits and is still at 48 so that says it hasn’t been updated yet also.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: NET 2019-2020 Season
Replies: 765
Views: 43539

Re: NET 2019-2020 Season

Dropped 1 in net from 52 to now 53. Bonnies stayed at 134 barely clinging to q2 victory. Not gonna lie this whole net thing still confuses me. Wasnt expecting a big jump but thought it would get us atleast a couple spots. It says through games if 1/24 so I don’t think it’s been updated after yester...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: NET 2019-2020 Season
Replies: 765
Views: 43539

Re: NET 2019-2020 Season

warrennolan.com has good team sheets also http://www.warrennolan.com/basketball/2020/team-clubhouse?team=Rhode-Island http://www.warrennolan.com/basketball/2020/team-net-sheet?team=Rhode-Island Their predictor for the rest of the games have the team losing to VCU and Davidson by a point. That would...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/18 | La Salle | 12:30PM (NBCSN)
Replies: 355
Views: 11357

Re: 1/18 | La Salle | 12:30PM (NBCSN)

8 men is the best rotation. I guess you could push that to 9 under some really odd circumstances, but 8 men is the model that is proven over time. A basketball team is not a hockey team, you can't send people in in waves. The starters earn their playing time, you can't just divide it in half, for m...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/22 | Duquesne | 7:00PM (ESPN+/YurView)
Replies: 492
Views: 16783

Re: 1/22 | Duquesne | 7:00PM (ESPN+/YurView)

We need to beat everyone at home...... We need to beat everyone not named Dayton on the road.... Every game is the biggest game on the schedule until we lose one more at home or until we lose one on the road to non-Dayton..... Then I join TruePoint..... With this eval we need to go 16-2 in conferen...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/15 | Saint Joe’s | 7:30PM (ESPN+/YurView)
Replies: 467
Views: 15399

Re: 1/15 | Saint Joe’s | 7:30PM (ESPN+/YurView)

Yet, and still, when this team does achieve, you fair weather fans will be back here, waving your Keaney flags, and donning your Keaney blues jerseys as if you always believed in this team. You have great games, you have nail biters, you have losses, and you have clunkers. We won this game despite ...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Roster Management
Replies: 201
Views: 8581

Re: Roster Management

To say that having 8 scholarship players available is the norm in the A10 is just not accurate. To say Hurley had this level of churn at URI is just not accurate. Tell me when Hurley had four guys he recruited leave within 12 months of stepping on campus. If you keep churning players, you keep rest...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/6 | Providence | 7:00PM (ESPN2)
Replies: 509
Views: 19103

Re: 12/6 | Providence | 7:00PM (ESPN2)

reef wrote: 4 years ago Ok up 9 at the half

Fatts missing those 2 hurt

Let’s come out strong 2h
He was holding his elbow and wincing so might’ve affected those two free throws. Hope he is OK to go in the second half.

Jeff has to come out of his funk quickly.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 586359

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

My expectation for the Fr class was for them to have little or no impact because Walker and Sheppard would be part of the 8 man rotation. Toppin has been a great surprise. Long is as I expected. JustKenny to spin it however he likes. He is shooting 29% FG. Long’s minutes will decrease once Walker i...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/1 | West Virginia | 2:00PM (Root sports/AT&T Sportsnet & Streaming)
Replies: 371
Views: 10085

Re: 12/1 | West Virginia | 2:00PM (Root sports/AT&T Sportsnet & Streaming)

If JD played better in our other two losses we still would have lost but if he played better today it’s a W no matter how Martin/Tate/Harris played. He’s better than he’s played and he knows it. I think the PC game and crowd will get him going and we’ll get 2 wins to end the OOC and start the A10 on...
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: D.J. Johnson
Replies: 122
Views: 5878

Re: D.J. Johnson

Playing in back to back days will we see him for a couple mins Friday?
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: What's up with Sheppard?
Replies: 118
Views: 8432

Re: What's up with Sheppard?

I wonder if Shepard will stay. For a kid, who doesn't seem to like academics much, to hang around a whole year without playing (just practicing) and only have 1 year of eligibility next year...???
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: What's up with Sheppard?
Replies: 118
Views: 8432

Re: What's up with Sheppard ?

Can we let them play a few games first before we jump on or off? Let’s enjoy the beginning of a new season.
by wgracie99
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Discuss your ‘19-20 Hoops Predictions HERE!
Replies: 40
Views: 2785

Re: Discuss your ‘19-20 Hoops Predictions HERE!

Was going to go 21-9 but with at least a possibility of not having Shepard I was then thinking 19-11..... but why can't the replacement bench combo 2-3's of Toppin (scoring)/Hammond (ball handling)/Long (defense) combine and help get us to 20 wins....... 20-10 it is (at worst).