Game #1 - Maine - November 8th @ 7:30pm

Gonebarongone · Unread post by **Gonebarongone** » 10 years ago

ATPTourFan wrote:
Gonebarongone wrote:I just think that sometimes coaches tend to be too conservative with these decisions. We see NFL teams let it rip with rookie QBs now. These aren't going from running the wishbone to playing a pro style offense anymore and need to sit for two years. Similarly, freshman PGs thrive all over. Talent plays. These kids play high level competitive ball now from diapers. EC has had the ball in his hands a lot, I would guess against really good players and played thousands of minutes as a quasi PG. The more minutes and possessions EC has the ball, in my mind, the better. Now, I say this sort of sight unseen. I don't get to see practice. Maybe it's just not his game. Who knows? My point is that if the plan is at some point to get him into the role, I would err on the side of right now.
GBG, you aren't comparing the NFL Rookie QB situation this year to EC Matthews, were you? I hope not, because name me one of those NFL rookie QBs who weren't playing QB in college. It's one thing to let someone adjust to a new pace and quality of play, but it's another to also adjust to a NEW POSITION at the SAME TIME.

My point was that times change. EC has probably played hundreds of games of AAU, summer ball, etc. as the primary ball handler. This is not driving a 16 year old into a car with a stick shift for the first time. Really, though, it was in the context of him being the #1 guy "at some point". I would have no problem with him settling in as an impact shooting guard. But, if the end game is him as the starting point, with this schedule and with this lineup, I say throw him into the fire. Secondarily, I think it gets our best lineup on the floor, and lets X play a position he would be better suited for.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Cox is pointing fans to this link for tonight's streaming which begins at 5pm for the women's season opener. It will be good to see how this new streaming works.

http://coxsportsonline.com/live-steaming/uri-rams-mbb/

Seawrightspostgame · Unread post by **Seawrightspostgame** » 10 years ago

I don't want to see a struggling PG as much as anybody.

I think GBG was getting at the fact that EC won't be a traditional PG at this level. His style will just be a ball dominant guard. More like a playmaker that brings the ball up.

Which I assume he must have done all his life.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

ATPTourFan wrote:Cox is pointing fans to this link for tonight's streaming which begins at 5pm for the women's season opener. It will be good to see how this new streaming works.

http://coxsportsonline.com/live-steaming/uri-rams-mbb/

Yeah very curious to see this as well. Looks like an upgraded product (which I think Laprey mentioned on here not too long ago). Glad they have the women's game first to work out any issues also!!

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Yeah, there have been several mentions of an "upgraded online streaming experience".

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Oh wow it looks great. Quality seems much improved to me!

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Agreed!

The new floor, media table display, and baskets/backstops look GREAT!!

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 10 years ago

Will there be a replay of this stream? I am going to a high school football game tonight and would love to be able to watch the URI game later tonight.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Billyboy78 wrote:Will there be a replay of this stream? I am going to a high school football game tonight and would love to be able to watch the URI game later tonight.

Yes, they are all recorded. Since this one is free to watch live, I expect a free archive on-demand.

Shinze88 · Unread post by **Shinze88** » 10 years ago

ATPTourFan wrote:
Billyboy78 wrote:Will there be a replay of this stream? I am going to a high school football game tonight and would love to be able to watch the URI game later tonight.
Yes, they are all recorded. Since this one is free to watch live, I expect a free archive on-demand.

I'm in the same boat for tonights game. Does anyone know if these games are usually made available the same night? Would love to be able to watch this game later in the evening ??

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 10 years ago

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 10 years ago

I'm working my way back home.. Hopefully be in right at tip off.. Or hopefully the women go to OT !

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 10 years ago

Gonebarongone wrote:I just think that sometimes coaches tend to be too conservative with these decisions. We see NFL teams let it rip with rookie QBs now. These aren't going from running the wishbone to playing a pro style offense anymore and need to sit for two years. Similarly, freshman PGs thrive all over. Talent plays. These kids play high level competitive ball now from diapers. EC has had the ball in his hands a lot, I would guess against really good players and played thousands of minutes as a quasi PG. The more minutes and possessions EC has the ball, in my mind, the better. Now, I say this sort of sight unseen. I don't get to see practice. Maybe it's just not his game. Who knows? My point is that if the plan is at some point to get him into the role, I would err on the side of right now.

agree GBG. Mathews played PG some his Junior and Senior years at Romulus - Wes Clark did not play the entire game plus because of the difference in height Clark was destined for the PG spot. Mathews played PG some on his AAU team plus played some PG in Italy. He came to URI because of Dan, Bobby and Preston so he could learn the position from the best. That said, I still think we will see a line up of Mathews, Minnis, Martin and Munford a lot - the 4 M's. Plus Biruta. Sounds like Jarrelle is doing well in practices so he may see more time than I originally thought. I'll personally miss Jordan a lot and hope he gets back soon.
I see this team running much more than last year and expect Mathews to often be finishing on the fast break or leading the fast break. I don't think we will see the PG play of the past when the PG dribbled, dribbled and dribbled which has tended to be the case for the last several years to much chagrin. If Mathews plays the wing a lot this year all is not lost as he is an excellent shooter, passer and creator as he drives the lane. I'm not so concerned about the PG, SG labels for the style of play we will have this year.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 10 years ago

GBG, best point made here in a while.

This lineup should have EC at the point and X as the 2 guard. That along with Martin at the 3, Biruta at the 4, and O at the 5.

That's easily our best starting 5.

I know it will take a while for EC to settle in to that role, but that's where it should end up, sooner rather than later.

hrstrat57 · Unread post by **hrstrat57** » 10 years ago

At r c now unis stil under wraps saw the back of biruta's no names which is good... Back under cover.

Running Ram · Unread post by **Running Ram** » 10 years ago

ATP, so this is the new player? the old nuleon player is out? because the women's game was quite choppy on my home computer, I feel like it might be too good for my old desktop rig.

Running Ram · Unread post by **Running Ram** » 10 years ago

I just tuned in on my girlfriend's laptop and the player is much better than the nuleon player. Its outstanding, very clear and smooth.

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 10 years ago

Sounds is ahead of the video feed for me. Anyone else with that problem?

twisted3829 · Unread post by **twisted3829** » 10 years ago

nice start on the boards

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 10 years ago

Bos8 wrote:Sounds is ahead of the video feed for me. Anyone else with that problem?

Yes, had to mute, as it was driving me crazy.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Same problem here to...

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Bill Murray in the house!

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 10 years ago

Killing them on the boards but too many TOs

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Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

adam914 wrote:Bill Murray in the house!

Confirmed. 105 Row A center Rhody bench. Awesome!

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Students are HERE. Happy w turnout.

Sweep The Leg · Unread post by **Sweep The Leg** » 10 years ago

Minnis is awful tonight. Bad D and bad at the point.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

These fouls are unbelievable so far.

DanInAZ · Unread post by **DanInAZ** » 10 years ago

I just got home from work... I am watching the game online. Is it always free? Or going forward will it be subscription only? Thought I was going to have to pay $$ to watch tonight.

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 10 years ago

Same problem with the audio/video not aligning. Frustrating. You can hear if a free throw goes in before the player shoots it.

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 10 years ago

DanInAZ wrote:I just got home from work... I am watching the game online. Is it always free? Or going forward will it be subscription only? Thought I was going to have to pay $$ to watch tonight.

Free for tonight only. Promo to try and entice folks to buy the package.

DanInAZ · Unread post by **DanInAZ** » 10 years ago

Thanks! I am excited to watch the rest of the game!

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 10 years ago

These rebounds and put-backs are a beautiful thing to see.

twisted3829 · Unread post by **twisted3829** » 10 years ago

not a bad half, need to improve free throw shooting but could also be early season rust (18-30 60%)

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Iffy!!!

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 10 years ago

The big O!!!

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Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Iffy!!! I'm lovin' it!

RamInLA · Unread post by **RamInLA** » 10 years ago

Also having the sound problem. Not the best way to entice me to buy the streaming package!

Rhode_Island_Red · Unread post by **Rhode_Island_Red** » 10 years ago

It's pretty sad when the opponents have more Keaney Blue in their uniforms than the Ramettes.

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 10 years ago

Sound problems here too.. Say hi to bill Murray 4 me

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Man Hassan is going to be good...

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 10 years ago

Who ya gonna call???

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 10 years ago

ATPTourFan wrote:Who ya gonna call???

Actually, after this game, Iffy.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Well nice to get the first W in the books. Iffy was amazing. 21 points and 10 boards in 20 minutes. Very impressed with Reichel also. It was kinda strange to finally see these guys we have been talking about for over a year play an actual game (in a good way).

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 10 years ago

adam914 wrote:Well nice to get the first W in the books. Iffy was amazing. 21 points and 10 boards in 20 minutes. Very impressed with Reichel also. It was kinda strange to finally see these guys we have been talking about for over a year play an actual game (in a good way).

In a "hey look, they are real," very good way.

Work to do, but a win. And some flashes of a bright future.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 10 years ago

Perfectly stated, Ace.

NJ03 · Unread post by **NJ03** » 10 years ago

Was real happy with the video quality from the cox feed but had to mute it after a while as the sound timing was killing me. Was Bill Murray really court side? That's awesome.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 10 years ago

Great start to the season!

Rhodekill · Unread post by **Rhodekill** » 10 years ago

Rhode_Island_Red wrote:It's pretty sad when the opponents have more Keaney Blue in their uniforms than the Ramettes.

exactly....a shame that we have no reverence for a heritage that we should be very proud of...that color really means something about who we are and what came from us...

CT Rhody · Unread post by **CT Rhody** » 10 years ago

Great start to the season, hopefully we can put together a good performance on Monday now! Come A -10 time watch out though!

NJRhodyFan · Unread post by **NJRhodyFan** » 10 years ago

Definitely need some work on the defensive end, but this team will score some points. We also did what you're supposed to do against weaker opponents -kill them on the boards. Onyekaba is already my favorite player...has some of those "Reynolds-Dean-type" qualities, and that's a high compliment. I like what I saw from Reischel too, seems to have a solid all-around game and looked bigger than I expected. Matthews and Martin looked very raw (as you would imagine), but you can tell the potential is there...very athletic. Lot of depth on this year's squad, which is going to be key if we plan on employing a run-and-gun style of play. I would imagine he's not 100% yet, but Biruta was very quiet tonight. Had some boards, but didn't really attack the basket at all. Definitely not worried about him though as I feel he'll be one of our top players by season's end.

Thoughts?