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by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137807

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Yes Blue Man, Sprinkle's situation was much different than Archie's. Nobody is bailing on our staff just yet; it is only year 2. Not expecting us to contend next season but would like us to be much improved. Doubtful we will see that big of a jump like in Hurley's year 3, because we can see he had ...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137807

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Yes 15, not impossible but very rare. Rebuilds with success like this at Utah State are extremely difficult. 2 of the top 3 players at Utah State this season, Sprinkle brought with him from his NCAAT team at Montana State. They did add some nice pieces from the portal which turned out to be a good ...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Bone, the same thought has crossed my mind periodically the second half of the season regarding Archie potentially walking away. Like you, I don’t think it could happen soon. Another year or two of frustration with players and I could envision him perhaps rethinking if it is worth coaching in colle...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 64
Views: 2039

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 NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Who is Archie Miller?
Replies: 368
Views: 10324

Re: Who is Archie Miller?

reef wrote: 2 weeks ago Yeah I don’t get the whole Big Fou benching , he’s productful and he plays hard

I would expect him to transfer to a similar level conference where he can play more
Disagree. He stays here or moves down.
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Who is Archie Miller?
Replies: 368
Views: 10324

Re: Who is Archie Miller?

Besides raising the talent level, Archie has to figure out why many of his players dont want to play for him and the staff. Not just for him, but to show some pride for the fans, the school, and themselves. That might be as hard to do as recruiting imo. That has to be fixed above all else. I totall...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Positives...
Replies: 45
Views: 1691

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 NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 64
Views: 2039

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

Stone is great. Let’s hope he’s not recruiting for us. Don’t believe he has any credible experience evaluating talent. I assume Stone’s job will be primarily promoting the collective, marketing and fundraising. Ultimately Archie is deciding who and how to spend the money. I think NYG was referring ...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director
Replies: 64
Views: 2039

Re: Rhody Excellence Collective Executive Director

Arch needs a GM for talent acquisition/maintenance, so he can focus on coaching
If Stone has that role, can he still announce games?
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

ElmCityRhody wrote: 2 weeks ago
reef wrote: 2 weeks ago 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

he didnt make my list

bye !
I'm skeptical of your list...don't see how you can go 8 deep (which is too many) and leave off LK...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

reef wrote: 2 weeks ago 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
Same, but I think they'll look to keep him
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Should we have a sub-file for "The Portal" like we have "NCAAs or Bust!" and "Recruitment Corner"?
Replies: 5
Views: 209

Re: Should we have a sub-file for "The Portal" like we have "NCAAs or Bust!" and "Recruitment Corner"?

Good luck to anyone that plans on keeping track of the players that enter the portal. Whoever does that given the likely high number of transfers must surely have a lot of time on their hands. Yea, I think last year people just posted A10 kids who entered, kids who committed to the A10, our ex recr...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 977
Views: 49127

Re: Understanding the NIL

The third, or more side, I can see potential negatives if the player and amounts were disclosed with player X missing the game critical front end of 1 and1 and then fans saying…… “we are paying in what….” I am sure this angle has been discussed. I guess it is the way of the world now, but put me do...
by NYGFan_Section208
2 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Understanding the NIL
Replies: 977
Views: 49127

Re: Understanding the NIL

New NIL Director, Stone, gave a short self intro in the Alumni Room last nite. Then he did some table visits. He did not get to where I was, but if he had, I was going to ask how will ever know who gets what NIL money? For me, that full disclosure is necessary. I think he would have told you a rang...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Cam looks very tentative out there. I'll chalk it up to none of these guys have found a defined role. That's on both the coaches and the players. Who's the team leader for the players? Green, Luis, and Weston are the leaders in my eyes…The guys tend to follow their lead. Next year it will be Hammon...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Cam looks very tentative out there. I'll chalk it up to none of these guys have found a defined role. That's on both the coaches and the players. Who's the team leader for the players? Well, on defense, there are definitely defined roles. Those roles seem to be, "everybody guard everything...e...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Louis has by far the most sack on this team. If the rest of the team uses a fanny pack to carry theirs, Louis uses a wheelbarrow. That guy has done waaaay more than should have ever been expected of him. No, he's not the most talented guy on your roster (hopefully), but I think there's a spot for t...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

I don’t think weston played in the second half what is up with that? I mean., what are we doing? Even though he had 0 points against SLU, he was the guy I thought was most important to be on the floor the whole game. This is why I can't coach, or critique coaches of, basketball, in game. But after ...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Speaking of potential retirees… Personally, I like Louis. He is one of the very few with any sack on the team. Could be a good locker room guy if he stays. Unfortunately, I think he doesn’t have the talent or quickness to be more than a backup at this level at best. It is probably best for him - fr...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

I'm just curious, but am guessing that all those that want to "keep dubs" probably wish we still had Bassy.
Those guys are just not NCAAs or Bust players, and it seems like everyone championing those guys is settling for "less than NCAAs or Bust"...just my opinion.
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Season ticket holder in my section told me he knows at least two others that are giving up their seats after this season, basically "what am I getting in return" type of thing. It's become not worth for even seasoned fans. I would think there will be an unusually large drop off in season ...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

45-32. Pats U 12 I’m glad Dubs is getting some run , I be good with him returning, always room for a shooter If only Archie listened to me months ago DUBS made my final 8 and people mocked me Hahahaha These other losers need to go and that includes guys who started most of this year Bye bye bye yea...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

spookydog wrote: 3 weeks ago There is not enough alcohol in the Ryan Center to make this team palatable. :(
well, there probably is...and at $5 a pop, the equation does get closer....they should just roll with that for every game for all of next year
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

ElmCityRhody wrote: 3 weeks ago ZZZZzzz

most of these players have to go

I listed my 8 I’d keep

The rest - see ya -

They suck
I think that might be too many....
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

reef wrote: 3 weeks ago 22-14 Pats 755

We are giving up too many easy baskets again open 3s or drives , ugh
packline perfection? Guard everything but 3's and layups?
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

Mrs hrstrat57 just got a Whaler’s for $5. The hot dog was actually cooked! Talked to Tyler Foley whilst picking up magnet. No Yorke! Great night so far! Go Rhody! (And wifi is working!!) Catching up... It was a great night on the concession scene. I got a Muse for $5, plus a hot dog for $2. Later, ...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Positives...
Replies: 45
Views: 1691

Re: The Positives...

ElmCityRhody wrote: 3 weeks ago I would only keep 8 - I’ve seen enough of the others (including starters) that proven can’t play D
without giving it a lot of thought...that just seems like a lot
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/6 | George Mason | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 243
Views: 5080

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

damram wrote: 3 weeks ago Nothing against DJ Face, I actually like the songs he plays. I like the sound of the pep band more. There is something about live music that gets the body going.
Mix some electric guitar into that Rhody band
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

Hey look at the good news. Things are so bad they are offering $5 Bud Light, Bud Light Seltzer Michelob Ultra and Muse until last call. The beauty of supply and demand at work. What is this like 60% off the regular price. And even better news if you are a season ticket holder, they are providing yo...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2024-25 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 22
Views: 2651

Re: 2024-25 Schedule (top post is current)

Really? Guys, cant we all just get along. LET IT GO...this is not what I come to KB for. If I want to hear all this bickering I will stay in court. Agreed - someone put up a tweet, then admitted a "my bad - I didn't see/realize - this was for the WBB team" and that should be that. Why are...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Pregame options
Replies: 99
Views: 1816

Re: Pregame options

Hey Mason Fan, just wondering if you have any idea what his NIL deal is at Mason? $110k If you’re getting paid 110k for the season isn’t it the entire season? Sounds like breach of contract to me. If you're getting paid to play...you probably have a good idea know exactly when you're not getting pa...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Pregame options
Replies: 99
Views: 1816

Re: Pregame options

You all should be feeling much much better about your chances against Mason on Wednesday - tea leaves are saying Hall has basically quit since he got his last NIL payment and is now turning his attention to his next NIL deal. He is not expected to ever play for Mason again. I’m all for NIL, but thi...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331147

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 NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

We did not have those expectations this season - so it's outlandish that so many people want the coach fired and feel the need to pile on when he's literally meeting the expectations. It's NCAA or bust. So it's pass/fail. This wasn't an NCAA year, so who cares how far away this one season was from ...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

The facts: Miller versus Hurley at the Two year mark 2011-12 | 7-24 | Baron 2012-13 | 8-21 | Hurley 2013-14 | 14-18 | Hurley 2021-22 | 15-16 | Cox 2022-23 | 9-22| | Miller 2023-24 | 11-18 ytd | Miller Hurley's first two seasons both showed improvement with both being superior to the last year of hi...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A10 2024 Tournament March 12 - 17 Barclays Bracket and Results
Replies: 125
Views: 3532

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

Ooph Glad I got to experience college basketball when I did. I am happy the players now have an opportunity to share in the wealth ( it should have been done sooner ) but I don’t care for the unlimited movement. I would like to see some common sense guidelines put in place regarding player movement...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

reef wrote: 3 weeks ago
BruceW wrote: 3 weeks ago Hey guys. Serious question.
Do you think Archie is feeling it and might be receptive to a reduced buyout ?
I doubt that happens , I think Arch will fulfill the whole contract
Agree
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: CELTICS and the NBA
Replies: 932
Views: 90986

Re: CELTICS and the NBA

82-38 @ half, 44-22 after 1Q... they musta circled this game, 'cause after winning as many in a row as they have, I mean, you're more likely than not to drop one, right? They just were not losing this one...without Porzingas...they may not lose again...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A10 2024 Tournament March 12 - 17 Barclays Bracket and Results
Replies: 125
Views: 3532

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

Concerns from Tony Skinn George Mason HC down the stretch and heading to Brooklyn https://twitter.com/david_korn4/status/1764081563501842814?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March Ooph Glad I got to experience college basketball when I did. I am happy the players now have an opportunity to share in the we...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 224
Views: 4622

Re: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)

Lack of talent is one thing, but lack of effort is another thing altogether. It should not be tolerated whatsoever. We have a team that has both problems, in abundance. Anybody who expects a 100% about face next season might be disappointed. 105, I remember that. What about those that expected a 10...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 224
Views: 4622

Re: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)



This was painful...why do they even make these guys do this?
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

Comparisons to Hurleys early teams is night and day for me. Even through the losing in Dan's early years you always had the sense we were building toward something with a culture and style of play. The team took on Dan's personality and played hard on EVERY possession regardless of opponent or scor...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Local Microbreweries
Replies: 460
Views: 91000

Re: Local Microbreweries

Free sample of tower hill brewery at todays game until 4:00 What the heck...how would anyone have known that? I had no idea either. My brother saw it on Instagram while we were walking in. They are supposed to be opening later this month. Someone I know works with the brewer...he was hoping for by ...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

After the loss yesterday, the present NET rankings of the bottom three AQ-10 schools: #207 GW #212 URI #215 St Louis While SLU did not overtake our Rams as I had though might occur with a loss to them, the worst NET rank in the conference is still within reach for Rhody. https://www.ncaa.com/rankin...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: Local Microbreweries
Replies: 460
Views: 91000

Re: Local Microbreweries

spookydog wrote: 3 weeks ago Free sample of tower hill brewery at todays game until 4:00
What the heck...how would anyone have known that?
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Conference Realignment
Replies: 1562
Views: 128232

Re: Conference Realignment

Too much gloom and doom in this thread. Why talk about things that will not happen at all. URI has a rich basketball tradition and even a smaller A-10 will have a more expansive view that what is found in the America East. I simply do not see the A-10, the 8th rated conference in the country ever d...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Houston, we have a problem
Replies: 126
Views: 3418

Re: Houston, we have a problem

Taylor Swift wrote: 3 weeks ago I would be more confident in getting catapulted into
space by a NASA rocket than URI ever winning deep into the NCAA tourney in the next few seasons.
The NASA rocket trip might be cheaper?
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 224
Views: 4622

Re: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)

2 games left in the season and I still do not know what our defensive strategy is on a basic pick and roll. Dan and Cox hedged the pick with our big man and double teamed the player with ball to prevent the easy pass to the big man. I can’t recall a single play today where we did this very basic de...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 224
Views: 4622

Re: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)

I think it's amazing that a coach can be so stubborn and inflexible when it comes to his defensive philosophy. It's obvious his players can't or wont play it, yet he keeps trying it Good coaches change things up when they dont work Archie hardly ever does. Doesn't it sometimes seem like, they're ju...
by NYGFan_Section208
3 weeks ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)
Replies: 224
Views: 4622

Re: 3/2 | Saint Louis | 4:00PM (CBSSN)

Rhode_Island_Red wrote: 3 weeks ago How many plays can we half-ass?
how much time left in the game?