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by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/17 | Boston College | 6:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 223
Views: 11401

Re: 11/17 | Boston College | 6:00PM (CBSSN)

If we limit our turnovers and our bigs stay out of foul trouble we should win. [/quote] Big if so far. All 3 have been in foul trouble both games against smaller opponents. The offensive fouls and fouls away from the ball πŸ€ need to disappear.. If they do I think they will continue to be a strong for...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/12 | Bryant University | 6:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 263
Views: 11351

Re: 11/12 | Bryant University | 6:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

Nothing like being there in person.lot of emotion from both sides. Played like a rivalry game with coaches chirping at each other and other teams players.(Grasso was intense to say the least. Even Cox pretty feisty) Players chirping at each other. Students reminded me of the old Keaney days taunting...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

So nobody wants the mask mandate, some people aren’t wearing the masks at the seats, and now people are complaining the staff isn’t enforcing the mask mandate that nobody wants?? People bitch just because they want something to bitch about. Lighten the hell up and enjoy the games. The kids were lou...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/9 | Boston University | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)
Replies: 265
Views: 13517

Re: 11/9 | Boston University | 7:00PM (YurView/ESPN+)

Gotta find a way to shoot more 3s. You can't expect to consistently win games with today's style of play only shooting 6 a game. Not sure this team will win a game with a lot of threes. Shep the only pure shooter and he had trouble getting open .. concerted effort to move the ball and get it down l...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '18 NY PG - Jalen Carey (Syracuse ---> URI)
Replies: 292
Views: 34316

Re: '18 NY PG - Jalen Carey (Rhode Island Commit)

Him having legitimately zero shooting range just makes him an odd piece on this roster. I’m hopeful he can limit turnovers and make the most of his athleticism but what type of lineups do you play him in? Has to be rolled out with two other guards or otherwise whatever lineup combo you roll out is ...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: β€˜22 RI PG Sebastian Thomas (URI ---> Albany ---> URI)
Replies: 228
Views: 16890

Re: β€˜22 RI PG Sebastian Thomas (URI Commit)

I'm rooting for the kid but the JW game did nothing but show the players on JW that they could not compete in Division 1. I felt bad for them. [/quote] Totally agree. The positive spin is there have been many division 1 teams that have struggled in these type of games even losing them. To Rhody's cr...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)
Replies: 128
Views: 6226

Re: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)

Makhel not the only one with ice on both knees.. shep and Al Amin also. Guessing it was just maintenance as they were done playing for the night. No way there was over 4000 people in the building. Had to be tickets distributed. Still great to be there with e z buckets back leading the charge. Defini...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)
Replies: 128
Views: 6226

Re: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)

Ileri seems very athletic.. extremely active on the boards.. who knows though. Opponents lack of size and talent is not a good gauge of much. Definitely looked like more effort to pass and move the ball around. We'll see.. still was great being at a live game.
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: β€˜22 RI PG Sebastian Thomas (URI ---> Albany ---> URI)
Replies: 228
Views: 16890

Re: β€˜22 RI PG Sebastian Thomas (URI Commit)

Very active on defense.. seems really quick.. definitely a true point. Strength will be an issue.
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 337888

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

Because most probably think they won't get a straight answer (as, everyone already knows there isn't one...the science has no clothes), but just for fun, I reached out to the Gov's office just now: "Why do people have to wear a mask to attend a Men's basketball game at the Ryan Center, but not...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

NYGFan_Section208 wrote: ↑2 years ago RIP RemDawg... it's going to be different...
Ditto this. He fought the battle 7 times.. he will be a tough act to follow.🍻⚾⚾
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)
Replies: 128
Views: 6226

Re: 11/4 | Johnson & Wales | 7:00PM (WRIU-Radio) (EXHIBITION)

Got my mobile tickets in email today. Hopefully all systems go with this technology at the Ryan center.. can't wait to see.. here's to hoping this season turns into a pleasant surprise..πŸ€πŸ€
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

πŸ’€πŸ˜΄πŸ’€πŸ˜΄πŸ’€πŸ˜΄.. Please close this thread!!!! Can't wait to talk hoopsπŸ€πŸ€πŸ€πŸ€πŸ€..
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

Talk about beating a dead horse. We get it the same people over and over are staying home because of masks. Stay home and enjoy the radio broadcast or some crappy stream.. no one wants to wear a mask, but it's the rule of the venue. So if you want to root the home team on you'll put up with 2 hours ...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

My son in law woke me up from a nap at 430.. said I'm coming to get you.. we're going to Fenway.. his dad wasn't feeling well so I became replacement player.. not as electric as world series game my wife gave me for 60th birthday in 2018 but still a blast. Go sox
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

Poetic justice for a team that gets home runs that bounce off a catwalk..
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

Pivetta and erod need to step it up.. sale needs an extra day.. over 10 era with 4 days rest. Under 3 era with 5 days rest. You can bet he will be begging cora for the ball.. those other 2 are key and offense needs to keep it going. Pitching is not this teams strength. If they hit they have a shot
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

NYGFan_Section208 wrote: ↑2 years ago Sale is a wuss... series over
Not over yet.. do remember sale is coming back from Tommy John.. just saying.. don't be surprised to see him contribute in this series
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Rhody Gridiron
Topic: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com
Replies: 102
Views: 5966

Re: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com

Answer to my email about parking For the last few years, we have had designated areas designed for tailgating that charges an admission fee. Those lots are the Plains Rd lot, the Elllery Pond lot, and the Ram Lot. The last two lots are for designated parking donors, and the Plains Rd lot is $15 to ...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Rhody Gridiron
Topic: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com
Replies: 102
Views: 5966

Re: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com

Answer to my email about parking For the last few years, we have had designated areas designed for tailgating that charges an admission fee. Those lots are the Plains Rd lot, the Elllery Pond lot, and the Ram Lot. The last two lots are for designated parking donors, and the Plains Rd lot is $15 to a...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Rhody Gridiron
Topic: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com
Replies: 102
Views: 5966

Re: GM 1 Football vs Bryant 6:05pm Saturday Sept 4 FloFootball.com

Here is the email I sent to ticket office about paying for parking for what it's worth... Please tell me you're not going to charge us to park at games.. Rumor has it, it cost $15 to park at last night's football game. You have a lot of season ticket holders teetering on the edge of cancelling seaso...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

Oh yeah I wear glasses and they fog up. I can think of worse things in life to deal with. Fires, hurricanes, getting covid, etc.. see some of you in November
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

Was watching NCAA girls volleyball on tv last night.. full arenas. Everyone in masks.. crowds were loud and thoroughly enjoying themselves. I can't believe a true fan who hasn't been able to go to a game in over a year would stay home because of a piece of cloth.. my wife and I are chomping on the b...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

Should have gotten Rizzo.. first base is a black hole offensively and defensively.. berrios would have looked good here too.. bloom ran the trade deadline as if he was gm of small market Tampa instead of big market Boston..
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Can We Turn This Around?
Replies: 31
Views: 2779

Re: Can We Turn This Around?

Yes . Will we..πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ.. just looking forward to being at the Ryan center in person to find out..
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball
Replies: 1780
Views: 162161

Re: Red Sox and other Major League Baseball

I love JBJ.....streakiest hitter ever. But, hoo boy! Garret Richards goes tonight! I'm going with 2 1/3 IP max...5 walks, 4 hits, at least 3 runs ...and he starts losing it, hitting people and ducks the post game. Sox win 8-6. May not survive 2 1/3.. he needs to go away.. bloom has made some good m...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

You mean St. Dan may not really be St. Dan.. Don't get me wrong. I wish he never left, but I don't doubt he is perfectly capable of trying to manipulate the rules.. He is desperate to win..
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: β€˜22 RI PG Sebastian Thomas (URI ---> Albany ---> URI)
Replies: 228
Views: 16890

Re: Sebastian Thomas

Yay.. A 2** point guard. NCAA's here we come. Nice to get local talent as long is it is real talent. Here's hoping.
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The 2021 Coaching Carousel
Replies: 960
Views: 79465

Re: The 2021 Coaching Carousel

Random thought on Todd Bozeman. I hope he is a little bit of a disciplinarian.. something as trivial as pregame warmups and after 1st half warmups. Let's tighten those up a bit and look a little bit more organized.. just the anal part of my personality.
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2021-22 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 945
Views: 60258

Re: 2021-22 Schedule (top post is current)

My definition of fair weather fans are the ones who have been season ticket holders and decide to not renew because the team may suck or may not. If there are financial concerns I get it and I'm with you.. but if you are just not renewing because they may stink then shame on you. I was a diehard PC ...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2021-22 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 945
Views: 60258

Re: 2021-22 Schedule (top post is current)

I did not renew. I can’t justify committing to regularly going to the RC to watch what looks like a mediocre team play a boring schedule. They’ll be plenty of tix floating around and they’ll be pleading for fans- especially during winter break. I agree. I didn't renew either. There is no reason to ...
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: CELTICS and the NBA
Replies: 941
Views: 99707

Re: CELTICS and the NBA

Ainge loaded up on all kinds of draft assets but then he figured he could keep fleecing teams. Other gms finally figured him out and those assets have slowly disappeared without much to show for them.
by ram1980
2 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Renew those Tix!!
Replies: 68
Views: 5701

Re: Renew those Tix!!

I don't care if there's 500 people at games.. me and ram1982 want to be included. We enjoy making the trek to games. All I hope for is a competitive team and getting back to some live entertainment.
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Boone on the hot seat
Replies: 5
Views: 3046

Re: Boone on the hot seat

😭😭
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Renew those Tix!!
Replies: 68
Views: 5701

Re: Renew those Tix!!

Vaccinated and not wearing a mask next year. Unless they mandate it, then I want to push my tix to 2022 I’m vaccinated too, but I’ll absolutely wear a mask if that’s the guidance and/or requirement come November. Not a political statement. I’ll just do whatever is asked of me to see any form of liv...
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Renew those Tix!!
Replies: 68
Views: 5701

Re: Renew those Tix!!

🎟️🎫 renewed.. nice seeing 0 balance owed..
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ishmael El-Amin (URI Grad Commit)
Replies: 122
Views: 11518

Re: Ishmael El-Amin (URI Post-Grad Commit)

πŸ₯±πŸ₯±.. I will get excited when I see him on the court in a Rhody uniform playing well against A 10 competition. I will enjoy the forthcoming anointment of him as a savior though.. Finally at 62 years old I've decided to believe it when I see it. Can't wait to see it in person though. πŸπŸ€ πŸ˜ƒπŸΊ
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Sheppard
Replies: 137
Views: 9465

Re: Sheppard

Good news. Look forward to seeing shep out of fatts shadow and getting more shots. Hopefully a sign of good things to come in 2021-22
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2021 NCAA Tournament
Replies: 387
Views: 19533

Re: 2021 NCAA Tournament

Hmm.. offense looks familiar.. dribble dribble dribble. Miss shot.. miss free throws. Only difference is how hard uconn defends.. still a loss on the score sheet..
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Charlie O's
Replies: 17
Views: 1917

Re: Charlie O's

I think it was called the point back in the old days. I was more of a beachcomber, schiller's guy. My wife was more of a point person her last year living off campus. We rented the house right across from it last summer. Strange walking by and still seeing place settings on a bunch of tables..🍺🍺
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports
Replies: 3452
Views: 176273

Re: Covid-19 Effect on College Basketball & Other Sports

I'm 64. Became eligible in RI yesterday. Tried CVS, Walgreens and the state site all day yesterday...nothing. Today, still nothing. I got an appt at walgreens at 10pm last night.. tried all day walgreens, state and cvs nothing. My daughter actually texted me at 10 last night and told me walgreens h...
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 453326

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

Not Mike Powell wrote: ↑3 years ago Watching Tyrese Martin play this well for UCONN is infuriating.
Huh?? 1 for 7 from the field. Lots of standing around on offense.. He is a good player and he would have helped us, but he is not a go to guy. Takes too many plays off
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Transfer Carousel - 2021-22
Replies: 1004
Views: 82261

Re: The Transfer Carousel -2021

I remember Irv had the longest arms. Huge wingspan. I remember him and Sly Williams were in my Psych class, big lecture hall. I remember seeing them the first and last days of class but not many in between.. Those were the days....
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4107
Views: 453326

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

Dowtin - 17 pts, 6 assists, 4 rebounds. Team heading to the finals..πŸ‘πŸ‘
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Who’ Available- Who do we want (To replace DC)?
Replies: 308
Views: 13533

Re: Who’ Available- Who do we want (To replace DC)?

Season tickets renewals are likely to be down for next season due to the virus...it will likely still be too early to go back to normal...and even if it was, a lot of people will be hesitant to go not just because of the virus, but because we will suck again. I'm in next year suck or not. That's be...
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of interest - Rest of Season
Replies: 533
Views: 19804

Re: Games of interest - Rest of Season

No games of interest for rest of season.. celtics, bruins, and a little more sox than last year.. see you in November live and in person..
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/4 | Dayton | 3:30PM (NBCSN) | A10 2nd Round
Replies: 300
Views: 12108

Re: 3/4 | Dayton | 3:30PM (NBCSN) | A10 2nd Round

don’t forget your maskkkkkl..πŸ˜·πŸ˜·πŸ˜·πŸ˜·πŸ’‰πŸ’‰πŸ’‰πŸΊπŸΊπŸΊπŸΊπŸΊπŸΊπŸΊπŸ€πŸ€πŸ€πŸ€
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/4 | Dayton | 3:30PM (NBCSN) | A10 2nd Round
Replies: 300
Views: 12108

Re: 3/4 | Dayton | 3:30PM (NBCSN) | A10 2nd Round

See you in 8 months. Hopefully in person at the Ryan center. What will this team look like. As currently constituted probably not very good.. something big has to change. New head coach probably not. A seasoned assistant that can help probably best we can hope for. Want to see us get back to the ten...
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game # 24: Rams at Duquesne, Sat 2/27 7pm ESPN+
Replies: 343
Views: 11232

Re: Game # 24: Rams at Duquesne, Sat 2/27 7pm ESPN+

Never thought I would say this but it's time to make the deal with theπŸ‘Ή.. Go get Pitino... Would give us something to look forward to next year.. this team is basketball dumb and totally undisciplined. Make the change now..
by ram1980
3 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game # 24: Rams at Duquesne, Sat 2/27 7pm ESPN+
Replies: 343
Views: 11232

Re: Game # 24: Rams at Duquesne, Sat 2/27 7pm ESPN+

Why don't we ever play a zone.. our guards consistently get beaten out top and everything breaks down from there.. this team will be 1 and done in tourney.. next year looks like a disaster waiting to happen. They have no idea how to win anymore.. very discouraging. Cox needs to go.......