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by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 MA SF Philmon Gebrewhit (Robert Morris Commit)
Replies: 81
Views: 10842

Re: '18 MA SF Philmon Bebrewhit (Offer)

If thats the case, this block (0:35) would look fantastic in Keaney Blue...

by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 MA SF Philmon Gebrewhit (Robert Morris Commit)
Replies: 81
Views: 10842

Re: '18 MA SF Philmon Bebrewhit (Offer)

Just realized...with Ty Boswell on staff, are we allowed to recruit Expressions elite players? If not, we're out on this guy and it would make sense why we're not going after him.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2016-17 Bracketology
Replies: 1474
Views: 64743

Re: 2016-17 Bracketology

with 68 spots in the touney,counting the 4 play in games,32 conferences have an automatic bid right now only 14 conference leaders have a rpi of 50 or less---hence 18 [32-14] are above 50 my math [68-18= 50] indicates that around 48 to 50 will be the last ones in what changes are lesser conference ...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #12 - Games of Interest
Replies: 96
Views: 3480

Re: Week #12 - Games of Interest

That Dayton/VCU on game looms large at the end of this week for the Conference Standings. Friday @9pm

No mater what happens...it'll be a blast watching their fans fight on twitter.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: Football recruiting
Replies: 56
Views: 3808

Re: Football recruiting

Another solid get for Fleming & staff. Had an offer from Stony Brook, arguably a better program within the conference so this is a great sign that the Coach can still sell a quality product here in Kingston. http://247sports.com/Player/Ivory-Frimpong-91962 https://twitter.com/Ivory_Frimpong/stat...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '17 IL PG - Nico Johnson (SIUE)
Replies: 4
Views: 1115

Re: '17 IL PG - Nico Johnson

Seeing 6'2 on a few sites. Sounds like a combo guard, comes from a basketball family as his mom and dad both played at Rutgers.

http://zsmart.blogspot.com/2016/12/uno- ... n.html?m=1
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: Logo
Replies: 17
Views: 2353

Re: Logo

The Rams Spirit Shop in the emporium still sells a bunch of stuff with the ram horn logo. Its where I buy most of my gear.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: UConn reneges on scholarship offer
Replies: 8
Views: 1033

Re: UConn reneges on scholarship offer

"The silver lining here is that Dickens told NJ.com Rhode Island, an FCS school, reached out Tuesday morning to offer him a scholarship. Meanwhile, powerhouse UConn pushes forward for what analysts are saying looks like a promising three-win 2017 season." I usually am not a fan of Deadspin...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 18: @ Duquesne - Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN
Replies: 154
Views: 5664

Re: Game 18: Duquesne, Away, Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN

Duq stinks. They turn the ball over, can't make shots, can't make FTs. I will be disappointed if the game is still undecided with ten minutes left given a week to prep. Agreed, it would be good to close this one out early on the road. It was way too close in 2015, but I think we're better and Duque...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: UConn reneges on scholarship offer
Replies: 8
Views: 1033

UConn reneges on scholarship offer

Just shows College recruiting is a tough business...but gotta feel for the kid - sounded real excited to play there. Happy Fleming and Staff took the initiative and offered him a Scholie, could be a great player for us. http://highschoolsports.nj.com/news/article/-5482660132244712626/uconn-reneges-o...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 18: @ Duquesne - Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN
Replies: 154
Views: 5664

Re: Game 18: Duquesne, Away, Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN

Also for reference Dayton went to Duquesne last week and handled the Dukes 76-57. Dayton's bench contributions were huge. Hope we can have a similar performance come Saturday.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 18: @ Duquesne - Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN
Replies: 154
Views: 5664

Re: Game 18: Duquesne, Away, Saturday Jan 21, 2:30pm NBCSN

I'm sure Dan will know a little bit more about Jarvis' situation tonight at the coach's show. 15 pounds is no joke, real scary stuff to drop that weight.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Dan and 4 Guard Offense
Replies: 73
Views: 2596

Re: Dan and 4 Guard Offense

Jeff Goodman has his yearly transfer list started.

Not many grad transfers yet but a few interesting high major big men who may be looking at mid-majors for more playing time.

http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basket ... nsfer-list
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #10 - Games of Interest
Replies: 93
Views: 2996

Re: Week #10 - Games of Interest

Davidson desperately needed that W
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '17 PA PG - Daron Russell (URI Signed NLI)
Replies: 370
Views: 41874

Re: '17 PA PG - Daron Russell (URI Signed NLI)

Hot damn thats a fun play to watch. Thanks for posting.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Jim Baron 2.0
Replies: 1113
Views: 42285

Re: Jim Baron 2.0

Since I'm home sick today and apparently hate fun, I took a lot of Kenpom data and put it together to answer a few (probably hypothetical) questions that were asked on this thread. I think Baron and Hurley couldn't be any more different in performance. All data includes the LaSalle game from last ni...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '17 FL SG - Ralph Bissainthe (UIC)
Replies: 1
Views: 824

Re: '17 FL SG - Ralph Bissainthe

Has good size and speed for a wing player, but is definitely a work in progress.

by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Dan Hurley Coach's Show 2016-17
Replies: 979
Views: 57937

Re: Dan Hurley Coach's Show

I have zero issues with Jarvis' size and think he's a great player. Not slighting him by any means.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Dan Hurley Coach's Show 2016-17
Replies: 979
Views: 57937

Re: Dan Hurley Coach's Show

I think we've already gotten better. Russell was a great get for Hurley and staff, possibly an upgrade to Garrett come his sophomore year.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Does URI get selected to NCAA on Sunday March 12?
Replies: 139
Views: 4868

Re: Does URI get selected to NCAA on Sunday March 12?

We currently are ranked #38 in Adjusted Offense Efficiency this year.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Does URI get selected to NCAA on Sunday March 12?
Replies: 139
Views: 4868

Re: Does URI get selected to NCAA on Sunday March 12?

I think some are underestimating VCU. Yeah, I have to agree here. I think we can beat Dayton the second time around in our house, but VCU is the monkey we need to get off our back this year. They've beat us every single time since they joined the A10 ('13-'16) and we haven't beat them since 2009. T...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 15: Dayton Friday Jan 6 @ 7pm ESPN2 University of Dayton Arena
Replies: 452
Views: 15785

Re: Game 15: Dayton Friday Jan 6 @ 7pm ESPN2 University of Dayton Arena

The Dayton board has a score prediction thread, with most of them predicting anywhere from a 5-11 point Flyer win. Makes sense with Dan's comments I suppose.

http://www.udpride.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30212
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Local Microbreweries
Replies: 460
Views: 91210

Re: Local Microbreweries

Tried out Revival and its upstairs neighbor Brutopia yesterday. The beers were excellent, have a nice selection of all styles - I really enjoyed the Rocky Point Red and Burnsider Pale Ale. Upstairs in Brutopia they have a FANTASTIC Smokey Barbecue menu and serve all of Revival's beer. Great activity...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Star Wars: Rogue One
Replies: 3
Views: 913

Re: Star Wars: Rogue One

It was cool how seamlessly they showed the transition from Rogue One to ANH.

But seriously Leia...did you think Vader was going to believe you were on a "diplomatic mission to Alderaan"? Kinda understand now why Vader's so pissed, since he JUST SAW the ship leave lol.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 MD SG - DJ Mitchell (JUCO)
Replies: 6
Views: 1519

Re: '18 MD SG - DJ Mitchell (Offer)



This video is a little old but shows great ability to catch and shoot, even when contested. Excellent handles.

Reclassifying to 2018 (Sidelined with an ACL injury and seems to have come back strong.) Hope the staff doesn't stop chasing this guy.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rod is in the hospital
Replies: 141
Views: 7782

Re: Rod is in the hospital

Hoping for a swift recovery Rod! Thanks for keeping us in the loop Blue Man.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #8 - Games of Interest
Replies: 74
Views: 3144

Re: Week #8 - Games of Interest

On Thursday, there are no A-10 games. Only two games involving URI OOC opponents : Quinnipiac at Brown . 7 PM. In an interesting match-up, William & Mary visits Old Dominion . 7 PM. Great game as 10 point underdog St Johns upsets #13 ranked Butler. Shamarie Ponds is some kind of freshman Played...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Martin and Thompson
Replies: 77
Views: 4612

Re: Martin and Thompson

Hurley does seem particularly quiet about Thompson's recovery timeline in the coaches show. He's dealing with a patella issue, which I know firsthand is tough to get back from, but I hope he's not out too much longer than Hass.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Conference Road Ahead
Replies: 56
Views: 2382

Re: The Conference Road Ahead

VCU was on Cox 1004 last night (compare the VCU production to our JR High deal=yikes) VCU Rams looked pretty good tho it was vs. cupcake city....place looked packed again impressive vs holidays. We got our hands full with that bunch of Rams me thinks.... VCU has had a pretty up and down year so far...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Martin and Thompson
Replies: 77
Views: 4612

Re: Martin and Thompson

Sounds like both were limited at practice yesterday, but Hassan is at 90% and should be back earlier than the staff expected (mid January)
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Non-Conference Grades
Replies: 101
Views: 3607

Re: Non-Conference Grades

I would lean closer to a C/C- for the Valpo game. Last inbounds play was horrific, but it was the first true road game played and Alec Peters was a monster out there.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 NY G Malik Martin (Rhode Island Commit)
Replies: 245
Views: 30483

Re: '18 NY G Malik Martin (Offer)

This is fun to watch.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 11: Holy Cross Sunday Dec 18 @12:30pm Ryan Center
Replies: 168
Views: 6928

Re: Game 11: Holy Cross Sunday Dec 18 @12:30pm Ryan Center

Absolutely would love to see Langevine continue to develop and put together a nice little stretch of games while Hass is out. Such a good opportunity. Layssard I'm sure will see some time - keep on hearing he needs to develop his defensive game, so what better opportunity then sticking him in after ...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Martin and Thompson
Replies: 77
Views: 4612

Re: Martin and Thompson

What was this 'procedure' done on Hassan? He didn't specify, sounds like he wasn't even sure what it was. Keeps mentioning the injury is very rare for a basketball player. I agree they shouldn't rush him back before the Dayton game. Need them for a stretch run. Next 4 games are winnable if we play ...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #6 - Games of Interest
Replies: 38
Views: 2220

Re: Week #6 - Games of Interest

UMass was down 29-11 late in the 1st and were still down at the half to (1-8!!)North Carolina A&T. Rallied and won 65-59.

Almost a horrible, horrible loss for the A10 that has already had a few.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Desperation time??
Replies: 79
Views: 3907

Re: Desperation time??

Iowa Hawkeyes
Level of panic: You're at the game with your friends. You realize you forgot to do something important. Then your wife calls and asks, "Why is my mom still waiting for you at the airport?"
This is something straight out of my nightmares.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Martin and Thompson
Replies: 77
Views: 4612

Re: Martin and Thompson

In the coaches show Dan mentioned Hassan Had gotten some procedure done on Monday, but still had little idea on what his timeline would be.

Also said Thompson(knee) and Martin had started rehabbing on Monday, not sure which one we'd see back first.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 10: @ Houston Dec 10 1:30p ESPNU
Replies: 356
Views: 11767

Re: Game 10 Houston

Here's a solid look at the arena, the Hofheinz Pavilion. Seats about 8500, looks like there were only about 1,00 people there for this game. Looks like a place that'll get loud when it's closer to capacity.

by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 8: @ Providence - 4:30p Sat Dec 3 Check Local Listings
Replies: 423
Views: 17716

Re: Game 8: @ Providence - 4:30p Sat Dec 3 Check Local Listings

Hopefully Dan assigns Martin/Langevine on Emmit Holt and limit him, the guy is a beast down low and very similar to Martin (big wingspan)quote] Ramband, Against Valpo, Langevine picked up 3 fouls and only played 4 minutes :oops: Langevine is averaging 8.7 fouls per 40 minutes played. I don't recall...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 8: @ Providence - 4:30p Sat Dec 3 Check Local Listings
Replies: 423
Views: 17716

Re: Game 8: @ Providence - 4:30p Sat Dec 3 Check Local Listings

Hopefully Dan assigns Martin/Langevine on Emmit Holt and limit him, the guy is a beast down low and very similar to Martin (big wingspan) Planting Stan/E.C. on Bullock and Terrell on Jalen Lindsey should shut down most of their scoring, leaving Garrett on Cartwright and Iverson to deal with Fazekas....
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: 2016-17 URI Women's Basketball
Replies: 27
Views: 3336

Re: 2016-17 URI Women's Basketball

The Lady Rams have had a solid start to the season. They're 4-3 , notching wins over Toledo, Samford, Fairfield and UMass Lowell. No surprise here, Charise Wilson is leading the charge in scoring (18.3ppg) , closely followed by Dominique Ward (9.3ppg) and Dina Motrechuk (7.6ppg) . Wilson unleashed t...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 7: @ Valparaiso - Tues 8pm ESPN3
Replies: 552
Views: 18536

Re: Game 7: @ Valparaiso - Tues 8pm ESPN3

If you need something to do at the half, the women's team is in a close one on ESPN3 as well. Good to see them on the tube!
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Local Microbreweries
Replies: 460
Views: 91210

Re: Local Microbreweries

http://www.proclamationaleco.com/single ... -Boy-Pants

Sounds like they're moving a little bit more north. Happy for the company, but stinks they're leaving that awesome location!
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game 6: Belmont Bruins
Replies: 182
Views: 7612

Re: Game 6: Belmont Bruins

Won't be there - but did my part and gave my 2 seats to someone who will be. Hopefully they get 4500 in there. Students will not be there in force though.
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 MD PG Immanuel Quickley
Replies: 20
Views: 2721

Re: '18 MD PG Immanuel Quickley

Not that it comes as a surprise but...URI is absent.

http://www.scout.com/college/basketball ... hools-to-8
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.
Replies: 75
Views: 3853

Re: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.

Well, you'd think there would be more participation when the team would be going to A10 tournament and NCAA tournament as well. Don't we ship the band and spirit squads out to those events? That sounds super fun for a band member to go to those tournaments. That's always the case, but the point sta...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.
Replies: 75
Views: 3853

Re: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.

The band already has Don't Stop Believing in the folders...Played it a bunch over the years. The band is much improved since I graduated a few years ago, the sound is better and the songs are more recent. Unfortunately to break into the "upper tier" of athletic bands you need more of a com...
by thatRamBand
7 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.
Replies: 75
Views: 3853

Re: Frogman, EZBuckets, the Ruckus etc.

Many times when I stand up in section 203 I get scolded by people behind me, "Down in front!"
I understand many people want to sit and enjoy the game (and that's fine) but I was hoping for little bit of a different atmosphere in the Young alumni Section...