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by phipsiGD'11
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

someone should tell him that his ear lobes aren't in line with each other either. Really is a bad look.
by phipsiGD'11
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player
Replies: 429
Views: 55234

Re: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player

where can I get a Jeff Dowtin jersey? as a NYer, I hate all things Philly, but I will put that aside to support one of my favorite all time Rams.
by phipsiGD'11
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

Sincerely happy for Ish Leggett. He always gave it his all and grew a lot as a player. Hate to think he was here during some really down years, but glad he was able to make a good move for him because this season likely puts him on a very different trajectory in life than if he had stayed here (and ...
by phipsiGD'11
9 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rory playing at the U20 Euros
Replies: 129
Views: 10370

Re: Rory playing at the U20 Euros

if Rory was on Davidson, he would put up 18 against us in the first half. that is the type of player I see him as. One of McKillop's players where we say "how does this guy find these kinds and fit them into his scheme". Hopefully he is able to produce for us. Hopefully he has been working...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Phantom #Gorhody TBT team
Replies: 218
Views: 18486

Re: Phantom #Gorhody TBT team

I am terrible at creative names and this one seems like it could be another horrible idea, but I will throw it out there anyway.

Rhode Warriors...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player
Replies: 429
Views: 55234

Re: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player

I would hope that even if the Raptors don't make the move on Jeff, his play this past season speaks for itself and one would have to think that other GMs have been paying attention.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/23 | WBB – Harvard | 7:00PM (ESPN3) | NIT Super 16
Replies: 78
Views: 4761

Re: 3/23 | WBB – Harvard | 7:00PM (ESPN3) | NIT Super 16

Came here to post about watching the game last night, and how it sucks the way we lost at the end of the game after being up. BUT Now I see what might be the best post by 72 I've ever seen. Clear, concise, relevant, clear headed, actually added to the conversation appropriately. Is it possible that ...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Men's Basketball Transfer Carousel 2023-24
Replies: 1855
Views: 115117

Re: The Men's Basketball Transfer Carousel 2023-24

It wouldn't surprise me if P5 schools had an in house sports psychologist. All of their players would then be "actively seeking help for mental health issues".

Didn't we have one for EC after his injury? or was that just rumor?
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '23 PG Cam Estevez (URI)
Replies: 213
Views: 24798

Re: '23 NJ PG Cam Estevez (URI Commit)

When does the high school season end? would love to see how his year ends out.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: Tammi Reiss Named ESPN Coach of the Week
Replies: 11
Views: 2492

Re: Tammi Reiss Named ESPN Coach of the Week

Congratulations Coach Reiss and our WBB team!

I cannot say I have ever watched a game, but I will certainly check them out now. Keep up the good work and keep kicking ass.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 340543

Re: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades

I went to the RC for the game on 1/21. My wife and I stopped in at the Bookstore in the Union before the game. No basketball jerseys there, okay I will pick one up at the store inside the arena. Go down to the Ryan Center, the only uniforms they had in that shop were for kids. Did I miss something o...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/21 | George Mason | 12:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 252
Views: 8473

Re: 1/21 | George Mason | 12:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

interesting give away with the clear rhody bag.

last time i was in the RC was March 2020. What are the restrictions on bags going in? asking for the wife...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ticket Exchange 2022-23
Replies: 102
Views: 8139

Re: Ticket Exchange 2022-23

anyone looking to get rid of 2 tickets to the Geroge Mason game on Saturday 1/21? My wife and I are going to drive up with our 5 month old to bring her to her first. Gotta indoctrinate them young.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (NC State)
Replies: 211
Views: 29227

Re: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (Final Eight includes URI)

I guess my post didn't sway him. I for one am shocked.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (NC State)
Replies: 211
Views: 29227

Re: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (Final Eight includes URI)

Louisville, Oregon, Texas, and URI. Louisville - first time head coach in Payne. he may be great for them in time, he certainly has the resume to be a great coach, but if I am Miranda I am not banking the rest of my life on what happens at Louisville. They could be bad for several years. Oregon - Gr...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/4 | Providence College | 5:00PM (ESPNU)
Replies: 410
Views: 14841

Re: 12/4 | Providence College | 5:00PM (ESPNU)

have they made the keaney blue jersey's available for purchase anywhere? I have been a little disconnected lately from the board, but I need a jersey for this year and those are looking FIRE!
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '25 Tai Turnage
Replies: 7
Views: 701

Re: .

I am pretty sure the 10 year old in that video would give me a run for my money hahaha. First time I've ever seen a mix tape from a 10 year old but he looked great in those highlights. good job editing
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 222
Views: 8994

Re: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

Had to watch from my phone, but pumped for the team to get their first win. I'm not going to reiterate what everyone else has said already, except that this team is already starting to be fun to watch because of the ball movement. I got the feeling in the 2nd half that everyone knew the outside sho...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 222
Views: 8994

Re: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

also, Weston and Bassy diving for a loose ball after knocking it away near half court, LOVE TO SEE IT!
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 222
Views: 8994

Re: 11/15 | Stony Brook | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

Had to watch from my phone, but pumped for the team to get their first win. I'm not going to reiterate what everyone else has said already, except that this team is already starting to be fun to watch because of the ball movement. I got the feeling in the 2nd half that everyone knew the outside shot...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Opening the 2022-23 MBB Prediction Contest
Replies: 98
Views: 5992

Re: Opening the 2022-23 MBB Prediction Contest

1. 17-14
2. 10-8
3. 67.4
4. Weston 13.42
5. 5057

can't wait to be completely wrong on all of these
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/7 | Quinnipiac | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 358
Views: 16443

Re: 11/7 | Quinnipiac | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

LET'S F*CKING GO!!! The Miller Era at URI begins tonight. Attendance will be shit because of all the reasons that we have discussed about the fan experience at the Ryan Center. Game is going to be a lot closer than any of us would like. I will have three heart attacks. I will be watching at home wit...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

Jared's game looked so smooth in those highlights. He had a serious shot at staying in the league, it sucks it didn't work out a little differently. But Jared "crawled", so Jeff could "walk", and we will see which next Rhody player will "run" (this was a really bad atte...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (NC State)
Replies: 211
Views: 29227

Re: '23 RI C - Isaiah Miranda (Final Eight includes URI)

If there was ever a time in history that a player of Miranda's ability should come to URI, it is right now. Now more than ever, if you can play, the NBA will find you. Archie is a quality coach that will get the best out of his players. Stay close to home and be THE MAN in the state at 19 years old....
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: It's Miller Time - Introductory Press Conference Monday, March 21 at 10:30 a.m.
Replies: 801
Views: 61845

Re: It's Miller Time - Introductory Press Conference Monday, March 21 at 10:30 a.m.

sounds like a great addition to the staff. Reminds you how connected Archie is to the inner circles of CBB.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Jacob Toppin Transferring....
Replies: 1023
Views: 73143

Re: Jacob Toppin Transferring....

Jacob also has the Toppin last name which I think will have some teams taking a shot on him. Not that Obi is an outstanding player in the NBA, but it still will make Jacob stick out for the back of the 2nd round.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Whose # should be up in the rafters?
Replies: 231
Views: 10584

Re: Whose # should be up in the rafters?

freaks can be fun to date.

Psychos on the other hand...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Marketing & Fan Engagement Failures
Replies: 161
Views: 8036

Re: Marketing & Fan Engagement Failures

I actually thought the DJ that was there for the 2019-2020 season was pretty good. I don't remember if he was there for 2018-2019, and haven't been back to a game since March 1, 2020 against St Louis (if I remember correctly), but I remember being impressed that the DJ was actually playing newer stu...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

I wonder if they know the story of how he got the name Fatts? Maybe that's why they chose him for this food event(or whatever the hell that says)?
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Whose # should be up in the rafters?
Replies: 231
Views: 10584

Re: Whose # should be up in the rafters?

Ramster - to answer your question, I admittedly don't have solid reasoning for strongly disliking Carothers. More anecdotal than anything else, but it is the offseason so why not give a long winded response which really has no factual argument. I was a freshman in 2007 and chose URI as an out of sta...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 725
Views: 261364

Re: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)

We have been our own worst enemy the past 2-3 years. The A-10 has positioned us where we deserve to be. As unhappy as I am about our schedule this year with the pod we were given, I will be more happy with our pod in 2-3 years when we are with Davidson, Dayton, VCU year in and year out (and having t...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Whose # should be up in the rafters?
Replies: 231
Views: 10584

Re: Whose # should be up in the rafters?

Andre Berry I don’t care who is in the rafters. Leave Calverley, Washington and Carothers . Curry had to get his degree before Davidson would retire his number. My only point in posting the article. FIFY. I no longer wish harm upon the man, but certainly do not wish to see him celebrated in any way...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

I am beyond happy for Tyrese. But this is such a bitter sweet feeling. What could have been. I hope that Archie can turn this around so we can have players to celebrate like this soon.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 725
Views: 261364

Re: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)

What a day Nov 21 will be... 2pm USMNT open the World Cup vs Wales 7:30pm Rhody vs K State LFG! I'll be waking up, playing golf, hitting the beach bar, drinking to excess, then moseying on over to the game for 7:30. I feel like drinking to excess needs to be moved up in the schedule... I agree, but...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 1395
Views: 61543

Re: Understanding the NIL

I guess the options are being drafted to the NBA or working at Starbucks. No in between like international basketball. And I'm sure there's no such thing as better international leagues where the players make more money based on which league they are in. What are you talking about? I am really not s...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 725
Views: 261364

Re: 2022-23 Schedule (top post is current)

What a day Nov 21 will be... 2pm USMNT open the World Cup vs Wales 7:30pm Rhody vs K State LFG! Love it! And if URI and Nevada both win - we finally got that matchup that Nevada ducked out of a few years ago. It is funny to think about how much has changed since they ducked out of that game.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 1395
Views: 61543

Re: Understanding the NIL

Are you arguing that Tyrese Martin was better off staying at URI than going to UConn? David Cox couldn't develop a single player while he was here. Tyrese grew more in those 2 years under Hurley than he would have if he stayed 4 years under Cox. Maybe you believe that if Tyrese stayed at URI he woul...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 1395
Views: 61543

Re: Understanding the NIL

Martin, Toppin, Fatts did not leave because of NIL. I know Fatts was looking for NIL money once that ruling came down, but he certainly didn't go to Maryland because of NIL. They all went to better programs because it was a better move for their professional basketball careers, and I do not think an...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tribute to my dad (1940 - 2022): Wallace Bruce Whittaker
Replies: 13
Views: 1236

Re: Tribute to my dad (1940 - 2022): Wallace Bruce Whittaker

I'm not crying, you're crying...

Gotta go call my dad now.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

I understand this is common throughout CBB and all college sports, but maybe I just have a negative take still on the previous regime because I don't remember players from the Baron years coming back during the Cox era. I know Hassan was coming back once a year or so, but don't remember a lot of oth...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

not sure who made this happen, but i love that it happened. Bringing in old players who have no ties to this staff, but can talk to our current players was a phenomenal move.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Roster 2022-23
Replies: 452
Views: 36252

Re: Roster 2022-23

so whose jersey is everyone buying this year? I need to buy one as a symbol/momento of the first year under Archie, but I have no clue which player I want to burden with the pressure that comes from me wearing their jersey. For historical perspective, I bought an EC, a Jarvis (which turned into a Fa...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: ‘22 France F Jeremy Foumena (URI ---> ??? )
Replies: 224
Views: 23294

Re: ‘22 France F Jeremy Foumena (URI Verbal Commit)

What was Archie's line again? "When we are good, we are going to be really good." The leash is long with the project prospects now. Bring them in and lets get "really good" in a year or two. I can hold out with limited bigs for a year or two since we seem to have some really good...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '19 Anthony Harris (UNC ---> URI ---> St. Thomas JC)
Replies: 1037
Views: 86432

Re: Anthony Harris (UNC —>> URI)

You have to walk before you can run, but these Rams are gonna be running on day 1!!!!!

Anthony Harris, welcome to the Running Rams family.

4 guard lineups all year is going to be exciting to watch. Going to run teams right out of the gym.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 457572

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

And that is exactly why you can't blame a kid for transferring. If Tyrese had stayed here under Cox, he would be looking at a second rate league in Europe. That's not a knock on URI as a program, but more of a knock on the coaching abilities of Cox vs Hurley. The right situation (and coach) makes al...
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Transfer Carousel - 2022-23
Replies: 1332
Views: 105150

Re: The Transfer Carousel - 2022

and if he is looking for international exposure, we do have a pretty decent network of international players. Plus with Archie here, we are certainly going to be getting more attention than we have in the past.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: ‘21 NY SF Brandon Weston (Seton Hall ---> URI ---> ??? )
Replies: 142
Views: 13747

Re: Brandon Weston (Seton Hall >>> URI )

Welcome to the best four years of your life! Great recruiting by Archie and company.

Brandon and Family - you are going to love Rhode Island, welcome to the family.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Cars
Replies: 18
Views: 3563

Re: Cars

theblueram wrote: 2 years ago Bought the Alfa Romeo today.
what cars previously have you owned? and how does the alpha romeo compare?

I am a BMW man myself, but can't afford anything new lol, I like and buy the older models.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Roster 2022-23
Replies: 452
Views: 36252

Re: Roster 2022-23

not fair stevey, you are fighting fiction with facts. you know thats not allowed.
by phipsiGD'11
1 year ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: ‘22 France F Jeremy Foumena (URI ---> ??? )
Replies: 224
Views: 23294

Re: ‘22 France F Jeremy Foumena (URI Verbal Commit)

Really looking forward to watching him play and develop, even if there are growing pains initially. Growing pains? you mean he is still going to grow!? he's already almost 7 feet tall! (this is sarcasm) With that heigh, if he can be mobile and has half the touch people are saying, then he will cert...