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by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship
Replies: 48
Views: 1229

Re: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship

Please, please, please - don’t do the thing that every URI team does where everyone gets their hopes up and tunes in and pays attention, and then we lose. Men and Women. We do this. I think we’re cursed. Please break the cycle Tammi, we’re down bad over here. Lmao I hate being right. On pace to sco...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship
Replies: 48
Views: 1229

Re: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship

rhodyram22 wrote: 1 month ago Ines Debroise might be the worst shooter I've ever seen
Lmao the shot from Jimmy baron range coming up 5 feet short was wild.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2023-24 Ryan Center Home Attendance
Replies: 81
Views: 6755

Re: 2023-24 Ryan Center Home Attendance

The regular season is now concluded. These are the attendance numbers for the A-10. Keep in mind that these may not be the final NCAA reported numbers as some members may host post season game which are factored into the official NCAA numbers. URI once again placed 5th in the league. Worth noting t...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

BobfromMatunuck wrote: 1 month ago Just drove down overnight from matunuck. I love this team. Trust
Holy shit. That’s a haul. Godspeed. Go Rhody.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship
Replies: 48
Views: 1229

Re: 3/10 | WBB – Richmond | 4:00PM (ESPN2) | A-10 Championship

Please, please, please - don’t do the thing that every URI team does where everyone gets their hopes up and tunes in and pays attention, and then we lose.

Men and Women. We do this. I think we’re cursed.

Please break the cycle Tammi, we’re down bad over here.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 148069

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Rhody15 wrote: 1 month ago Probably wouldn’t have gotten in if they lost in the A10 finals anyways, but Richmond now with zero shot at an at large with their loss @ GM.
It’s a conspiracy. They should be allowed to lose to shitty teams and make the tournament. They should just be let in because the “cartel” is evil.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 148069

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Utah State is relevant now, similar to what URI was nationall . There’s a lot of fan support, the infrastructure and investment, and Sprinkle was coaching the season before on an NCAA team, able to bring his guys. Is Dan Hurley a bad coach because it took 5 years to get out of the first round at UC...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

Lmao that wasn’t a flop???

64-60 URI, St Louis ball under a minute.

(The game is on CBSsportsnetwork)
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

reef wrote: 1 month ago
Blue Man wrote: 1 month ago
PeteRI wrote: 1 month ago Welcome Blue Man! Nice to see winning basketball for a change, eh? 😀
My basement was built for March lol. IMG_0309.jpeg
Great setup ! I have something similar 4 total
Yeah I have 3, but I have kids, which means I have two lol
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

Blue Man wrote: 1 month ago
PeteRI wrote: 1 month agoHorrible call
Lmao the announcers trying to explain how it can still be a foul by getting the ball.
Lmao she smashed the ball into her face. That’s not a foul.

Holy shit no wonder this sport struggles for views
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

PeteRI wrote: 1 month agoHorrible call
Lmao the announcers trying to explain how it can still be a foul by getting the ball.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

PeteRI wrote: 1 month ago Fucking free throws!!!
A study should be done on our practice facility.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

Is it just mean or does it seem like the second the collective fanbase jumps onboard the ladies just collapse
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Good win. Just nice to know the could before Tuesday.

If this team just gives a shit, they can win games. Certainly on Tuesday or Wednesday.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

reef wrote: 1 month ago 54-44. 422

Put some subs in Arch !
Eh. Ride your guys. They at least want to play still.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

PeteRI wrote: 1 month ago Welcome Blue Man! Nice to see winning basketball for a change, eh? 😀
My basement was built for March lol.
IMG_0309.jpeg
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: Lady Rams Hoops
Topic: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals
Replies: 97
Views: 1678

Re: 3/9 | WBB – Saint Louis | 1:30PM (CBSSN) | A-10 Semifinals

Get the battleaxe off my TV. No wonder they’ve missed 7 in a row.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I know we don’t want to offend people’s delicate sensitivities with the refs - but holy shit this is garbage. Yup! Is that watchdog group who flagged temple for point shaving also monitoring refs? Some of these calls are bizarre. Like the one ref who called I think Fuchs with a foul from like 40ft ...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Donrxer79 wrote: 1 month ago How in the world can Fuchs miss that bunny
Hey don’t talk bad about Fuchs he’s a double double machine!
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 65
Views: 4643

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

I joined early before there were options but we're in the $20/month bucket where it's a set it and forget it thing for us. We don't even notice it, to be honest. With the new management you’ve gotta re-up in the system. I don't know, I see the emails come through with my receipt so I assume everyth...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I know we don’t want to offend people’s delicate sensitivities with the refs - but holy shit this is garbage.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

So much talent on this team when they decide they give a shit. Maybe they respond to the public call outs. This is why it’s so infuriating watching them lose. They clearly are a top half A10 team but they just seem to just not give a single fuck. Like they're playing pick-up games in Mackal. Fordha...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

So much talent on this team when they decide they give a shit.

Maybe they respond to the public call outs.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 158
Views: 4427

Re: 3/9 | Fordham | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

They at least look like they kinda give a shit today.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 65
Views: 4643

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

We will probably neva know, employed by the Collective not the university? If I had to guess < 100,000. Second thought. After some KB help here, and the link to the Excellence site with levels of participation, including a one time giving, the NIL picture is coming into focus for me. Will need to r...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Who is Archie Miller?
Replies: 368
Views: 14596

Re: Who is Archie Miller?

The Foumena thing realllly f'n bothers me We finally have a center with P6 size and skill and either the coach doesn't believe in him...and likes Tyson Brown's game better or some damn reason...or Fou just refuses to do what the coaches ask him to do. Like wild offensive sequences and not doing wha...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 148069

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

ramster wrote: 1 month ago FINAL WEEK OF THE SEASON

A10 Game Friday March 8
  • VCU (19-11) @ #25 Ranked Dayton (-8.5) (23-6) ESPN2/ESPN+ 7pm
Best thing for the A10 is a strong finish for Dayton, win all the way to the finals, and lose to another team.

Would be nice for Dayton to be a 6 seed.
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Who is Archie Miller?
Replies: 368
Views: 14596

Re: Who is Archie Miller?

The Foumena thing realllly f'n bothers me We finally have a center with P6 size and skill and either the coach doesn't believe in him...and likes Tyson Brown's game better or some damn reason...or Fou just refuses to do what the coaches ask him to do. Like wild offensive sequences and not doing wha...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 65
Views: 4643

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

We will probably neva know, employed by the Collective not the university? If I had to guess < 100,000. Second thought. After some KB help here, and the link to the Excellence site with levels of participation, including a one time giving, the NIL picture is coming into focus for me. Will need to r...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Positives...
Replies: 45
Views: 2094

Re: The Positives...

Estevez OOC per game: 18 minutes, 7.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, 0.7 steals, 0.8 assists, 45.7 percent from the field, 40.5 percent from 3. Estevez conference per game: 23 minutes, 6.5 points, 1.4 rebounds, 0.5 steals, 1.3 assists, 38.9 percent from the field, 42.9 percent from 3. So, yeah - He probably...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 65
Views: 4643

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

What does this job pay, $100k a year? We will probably neva know, employed by the Collective not the university? If I had to guess < 100,000. Second thought. After some KB help here, and the link to the Excellence site with levels of participation, including a one time giving, the NIL picture is co...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Positives...
Replies: 45
Views: 2094

Re: The Positives...

It seems that most of us like Cam. I am no exception. I am interested in how other people on this board rate the progress of Cam this season. Eg. Not much difference from the beginning of the season or a completely different player at the end of the season. I'm no talent savant, but I actually thou...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 65
Views: 4643

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

The cash needs to go to David Money Green our best player ….what? No it doesn’t. Without question, first priority is Cam and Fuchs. 3 years left. I don’t know if there’s loopholes for Fuchs with him being from overseas, but if there is, gotta figure it out. If can’t pay Fuchs, Hammond is next for b...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 7156

Re: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

I’m on the fence with Luis K , I like him but if the staff wants to move on them I’m ok with that as well As a bigger body guard who is capable of going down low, is a plus offensive player, and can at least handle the ball? I'd like him to stay. I'm figuring House is on the way out, and you'll nee...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 1469
Views: 70915

Re: Understanding the NIL

Love the addition of Stone with regards to NIL , this is huge for the future Also for the present. If Tom and David are willing to put resources into having a dedicated guy running it, then I think that means that they're willing to put a lot more into it as well. Also, having Stone in here tells m...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 7156

Re: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

I’m on the fence with Luis K , I like him but if the staff wants to move on them I’m ok with that as well As a bigger body guard who is capable of going down low, is a plus offensive player, and can at least handle the ball? I'd like him to stay. I'm figuring House is on the way out, and you'll nee...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Men's Basketball - Ticket Exchange and Sales 2023-24
Replies: 104
Views: 12304

Re: Men's Basketball - Ticket Exchange and Sales 2023-24

I wonder whether we will see people now trying to offload their A-10 Tournament tickets? Would think URI Athletics is really going take on bath trying to sell its mandated allotment. It was bad enough in the past when the school try to sell them to fans of other A-10 schools. I have not seen this a...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 4066

Re: Houston, we have a problem

Based on PT from last night, a couple of tier 2 & 3 guys are likely moving on. Did AM comment on why specific players got no run? Yeah I'm assuming all of tier 3 are gone based on their attitudes and how last night went. I could see Weston going which would really hurt for a team that will need...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 1469
Views: 70915

Re: Understanding the NIL

Most likely can’t expect to know who is getting how much, just that it’s going to mens basketball. OK thanks. I realize NIL money goes to more than hoops. When I see and hear other places with player X getting Y NIL, I guess that is leaked or disclosed. I would expect NIL administration costs are k...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 7156

Re: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

For everyone who cannot stand so-called "coach speak," be thankful you have Archie Miller not blowing smoke up anyone's rear. end He sees exactly what everyone else sees. He's 100% truthful to the fans. He's not sugarcoating it. His honesty and straightforwardness is refreshing and spot o...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 4066

Re: Houston, we have a problem

What's the over/under on new faces next year? 9 again? New faces isn't the issue, it's the norm. UConn won a national title with 7 new faces last year. They've got 6 this year. It's your core. Question is, who is that core on this team? Who's got the attitude issue(s)? From a priority perspective I...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player
Replies: 429
Views: 57734

Re: Jeff Dowtin NBA Player

Remember when future NBA point guard Jeff Dowtin was moved off the ball for 2 years so that a shoot first inefficient selfish player could have his ego fed?

Pepperidge Farm remembers.

(and so do I, I'm going to lay down and weep tears of unfathomable sadness now)
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Positives...
Replies: 45
Views: 2094

Re: The Positives...

Gonna throw in Dubsky as a positive from last night. Not saying he needs to start or even play more minutes but he brought some of that energy and hustle last night that's been sorely missed. Kind of sad that when a dude plays hard and looks like he wants to be on the floor it stands out, but that'...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 148069

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

https://x.com/jonrothstein/status/1765595116578693243?s=46&t=RiOaTCLvtjhXX7DAYI1lEg Again, rebuilds don’t need to take years, you don’t need to give coaches 2/3+ seasons. Multiple instances of turnarounds overnight. ZERO points from last season and won the MWC which will get anywhere from 4-6 b...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 349670

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

Don’t know where to post this. This just in. No film at 11. Season tickets holders get a car interior Ram magnet sticker, pick up at Mason game. Can’t make that up. Keepsake for the season, I guess. Thanks. Details, one magnet per account, not per seat. OMG, why do they bother. Didn’t they do one t...
by Blue Man
1 month ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A10 2024 Tournament March 12 - 17 Barclays Bracket and Results
Replies: 125
Views: 4979

Re: A10 2024 Tournament March 12 - 17 Barclays Bracket and Results

Yeah, how did the A-10 get multiple bids back in the day? Winning marquee games in the non-conference and not losing to low majors. Even high majors need marquee OOC wins. Look at Ole Miss right now. They went undefeated in the OOC, 13-0. Best wins? UCF and Memphis who are NIT teams right now. Ever...