2020-21 Schedule (top post is current)

[rhodylaw]

Not sure what good in state exposure does for the school/team. You want national exposure, everyone in RI is already aware of URI. Does it help them sell a few more tickets to a home game maybe, I honestly have no idea.

I think you’re better of picking up games against “good” opponents in “lesser conferences”. Just my opinion, which as I’m well aware is worth nothing

I guess my counter-argument would be what kind of national exposure do you get from playing a good team in a bad conference?

Using KenPom's conference metrics to measure the conferences, teams 1-3 in conference 17-32 include the following teams:

Abeline Chrstian, Austin Peay, Belmont, BU, Colgate, Drexel, Eastern Washington, Fairleigh Dickinson, Gardner Webb, Grand Canyon, Hofstra, Jackson St., Liberty, Lipscomb, Mount St. Mary's, Murray St., Monmouth, Montana, Navy, New Hampshire, New Mexico St., Nicholls St, NJIT, Norfolk St., North Carolina A&T, North Carolina Central, North Dakota St., Northeastern, Northern Kentucky, Omaha, Siena, South Dakota St., Southern, Southern Utah, St. Francis PA, St. Peter's, Stephen F Austin, Stetson, Texas Southern, UC Irvine, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, UNC Asheville, UT Rio Grande Valley, Vermont, Winthrop, Wright St., Youngstown St.

Who on that list has national people going "I need to watch that ___ vs URI game?" or "We need to put ____ vs URI on national programming." The answer is really nobody, unless one of those conferences sparked a Top 25 caliber team, then there might be some interest. But I don't think people nationally care whether you play Vermont or you play Bryant.

All valid points. My comment was more in response to him saying we should be trying to drum up in state media coverage - I don’t see the point in doing that. Also on a smaller scale to what PC hates with playing URI, I don’t love playing in state schools who get up to play you like it’s their super bowl. Don’t think URI is any position to run from games, but just how I feel about things. Do you want to play Bryant or Brown who have this game circled on the calendar, or North Carolina Central who you’re just another game to?

Bryant or Brown because there is some interest. If we can’t beat them either it’s not a bad loss that year or we need a lot more work (i.e. we suck)

[RhowdyRam02]

Not sure what good in state exposure does for the school/team. You want national exposure, everyone in RI is already aware of URI. Does it help them sell a few more tickets to a home game maybe, I honestly have no idea.

I think you’re better of picking up games against “good” opponents in “lesser conferences”. Just my opinion, which as I’m well aware is worth nothing

I guess my counter-argument would be what kind of national exposure do you get from playing a good team in a bad conference?

Using KenPom's conference metrics to measure the conferences, teams 1-3 in conference 17-32 include the following teams:

Abeline Chrstian, Austin Peay, Belmont, BU, Colgate, Drexel, Eastern Washington, Fairleigh Dickinson, Gardner Webb, Grand Canyon, Hofstra, Jackson St., Liberty, Lipscomb, Mount St. Mary's, Murray St., Monmouth, Montana, Navy, New Hampshire, New Mexico St., Nicholls St, NJIT, Norfolk St., North Carolina A&T, North Carolina Central, North Dakota St., Northeastern, Northern Kentucky, Omaha, Siena, South Dakota St., Southern, Southern Utah, St. Francis PA, St. Peter's, Stephen F Austin, Stetson, Texas Southern, UC Irvine, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, UNC Asheville, UT Rio Grande Valley, Vermont, Winthrop, Wright St., Youngstown St.

Who on that list has national people going "I need to watch that ___ vs URI game?" or "We need to put ____ vs URI on national programming." The answer is really nobody, unless one of those conferences sparked a Top 25 caliber team, then there might be some interest. But I don't think people nationally care whether you play Vermont or you play Bryant.

All valid points. My comment was more in response to him saying we should be trying to drum up in state media coverage - I don’t see the point in doing that. Also on a smaller scale to what PC hates with playing URI, I don’t love playing in state schools who get up to play you like it’s their super bowl. Don’t think URI is any position to run from games, but just how I feel about things. Do you want to play Bryant or Brown who have this game circled on the calendar, or North Carolina Central who you’re just another game to?

Bryant or Brown. We're going to play cupcakes, no cupcake is going to get national exposure, so I'd rather play the cupcake that will get at least state expose. The fact that they would have this game circled should mean nothing. They can put any and every shape around the damn game they want we should still beat those two schools every year. If we do lose, it says a lot more about us and the state of our program than anything they did to us that one day of the season

[rhodylaw]

The fact that it is even a question - North Carolina Central vs. Brown/Bryant - on this board is crazy. Should PC play VCU or Rhody? They will have similar RPIs at the end of the year, so take the team you are more likely to beat right?

[Jersey77]

Rutgers looking to add a game before their matchup with Syracuse on 12/8, maybe a possibility?

[mjg13x]

Rutgers looking to add a game before their matchup with Syracuse on 12/8, maybe a possibility?

Man I'd love to play them.

[SmartyBarrett]

Hearing whispers that Rhody’s second game vs BC is off. BC will instead play Florida.

SAw ND was looking for a game at that time - make that happen instead.

I was hoping for this, too, but looks like they've scheduled mighty Fort Wayne instead.

Or not.

[Rhody19/21]

Post aged better then I thought. Don’t know much about the Carey injury but having legit depth certainly helped.

As someone with a sports performance background... Coming back from Covid there will be likely be large uptick in injuries (see most recently German soccer, or stats from injuries post any professional sport lockout). Scheduling 2 back to back games in 1 week is a terrible idea, especially if we only have 7-8 eligible players. Good luck to their professionals.

[SmartyBarrett]

Legit depth or Leggett depth?

[DeanDome88]

Any idea if we add a game before Western Kentucky?

[Rhody83]

Any idea if we add a game before Western Kentucky?

Doubtful. Team needs some rest after 5 games in a week.
Cox also wants some practice to work on areas of improvement he has seen in the 5 games.

[ramster]

Any idea if we add a game before Western Kentucky?

It would be nice to replace the "lost" Boston College game. Only 1 game between now and Davidson not ideal. I hope we can add at least 1 game.

[reef]

I missed this when was the BC game officially cancelled and why ??

[Ramulous]

We got next.

[rhodylaw]

I would expect some game options will materialize in the next few days. A little break would be nice, maybe look for a game early to mid next week.

[SmartyBarrett]

From the game recap on GoRhody.com (https://gorhody.com/news/2020/12/2/mens ... aight.aspx):

Up Next
Rhode Island's next scheduled game is Dec. 13 at Western Kentucky, though all schedules are pretty fluid this year. We'll see.

[Rhody15]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

[RamStock]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Believe it or not this has some legs. I have heard from sources in the program that this is actually a discussion. The only reason this is even being talked about is because there would be no fans, media and all the circus that Hurley would not want with playing URI. URI has a long time off until the Western Kentucky game. Not sure it will happen, but URI will play the game if UConn offers. They are taking the approach on accepting any game no matter who it is. Right approach this year. It would be the only year we eve play UConn in the regular season win or lose.

[reef]

We need to find a game before WKY

[Billyboy78]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Love Disano's tweet about this "It's a fairleigh open date for URI".

[Jersey77]

UConn at USC tonight at 7:00 ESPN

[PeterRamTime]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Love Disano's tweet about this "It's a fairleigh open date for URI".

What in the Dickinson is that suppose to mean?

[NHRamFan]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Love Disano's tweet about this "It's a fairleigh open date for URI".

What in the Dickinson is that suppose to mean?

Rhody was supposed to play PC this week. PC ducked the game, claiming misc. issues making it impossible to play. They turned right around and scheduled Fairleigh Dickinson for Saturday. Thus the fairly/fairleigh open date for URI.

[rhodyruckus]

Love Disano's tweet about this "It's a fairleigh open date for URI".

What in the Dickinson is that suppose to mean?

Rhody was supposed to play PC this week. PC ducked the game, claiming misc. issues making it impossible to play. They turned right around and scheduled Fairleigh Dickinson for Saturday. Thus the fairly/fairleigh open date for URI.

I think Peter knew that based on the phrasing of his response.

[eli#10]

We should be able to get a game since we don't have much of a restriction as we can probably play Sunday through Thursday.
I would call Temple as their next game is not scheduled until December 12th.

[steviep123]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Believe it or not this has some legs. I have heard from sources in the program that this is actually a discussion. The only reason this is even being talked about is because there would be no fans, media and all the circus that Hurley would not want with playing URI. URI has a long time off until the Western Kentucky game. Not sure it will happen, but URI will play the game if UConn offers. They are taking the approach on accepting any game no matter who it is. Right approach this year. It would be the only year we eve play UConn in the regular season win or lose.

Would love a home and home.

[rhodylaw]

A lot of good games on 12/8 and it is unlikely given current circumstances that all teams will be able to play on that day. That is the date I have circled where we can poach a good game.

[Rhody15]

Hurley said UCONN is looking for a "really good game" early next week.

Would love for it to materialize, but I doubt it will.

Believe it or not this has some legs. I have heard from sources in the program that this is actually a discussion. The only reason this is even being talked about is because there would be no fans, media and all the circus that Hurley would not want with playing URI. URI has a long time off until the Western Kentucky game. Not sure it will happen, but URI will play the game if UConn offers. They are taking the approach on accepting any game no matter who it is. Right approach this year. It would be the only year we eve play UConn in the regular season win or lose.

Would love a home and home.

Zero chance he'd come play us here in a packed house.

This year, I could maaaaybe see Hurley playing us in Gampel with no fans or extra hoopla that comes with a sold out arena.

[hrstrat57]

Bryant does not appear to be a cupcake so let’s book em

Would not shock me to see uConn Rhody in December perhaps at Mohegan. No gate $$$ to stand in the way and good way for both Cox and D Hurley to stick it to PC. I’d expect it’s being discussed. UConn might be no 2 on hrstrat57 hate list but doubtful Cox or Thorr feel the same.

[RhodyKyle]

We should be able to get a game since we don't have much of a restriction as we can probably play Sunday through Thursday.
I would call Temple as their next game is not scheduled until December 12th.

A nice thought and would be a good game at this point in the schedule, but Temple is paused due to covid and not scheduled to resume practice until 12/10.

[steviep123]

Believe it or not this has some legs. I have heard from sources in the program that this is actually a discussion. The only reason this is even being talked about is because there would be no fans, media and all the circus that Hurley would not want with playing URI. URI has a long time off until the Western Kentucky game. Not sure it will happen, but URI will play the game if UConn offers. They are taking the approach on accepting any game no matter who it is. Right approach this year. It would be the only year we eve play UConn in the regular season win or lose.

Would love a home and home.

Zero chance he'd come play us here in a packed house.

This year, I could maaaaybe see Hurley playing us in Gampel with no fans or extra hoopla that comes with a sold out arena.

I'd still love to see....whether it would happen is a different question.

Ace would hate it though

[PeterRamTime]

Bryant does not appear to be a cupcake so let’s book em

Would not shock me to see uConn Rhody in December perhaps at Mohegan. No gate $$$ to stand in the way and good way for both Cox and D Hurley to stick it to PC. I’d expect it’s being discussed. UConn might be no 2 on hrstrat57 hate list but doubtful Cox or Thorr feel the same.

Maaaaaan that would be spicy

[RIrugger01]

Siena is having a hard time finding an opponent before their Dec. 11 game against Fairfield. Maybe an option. They have a very good guard in Jalen Picket who tested the NBA waters as Fatts did

[eli#10]

Don't they also have a guy named Dana Tate?

[hrstrat57]

Would love a home and home.

Zero chance he'd come play us here in a packed house.

This year, I could maaaaybe see Hurley playing us in Gampel with no fans or extra hoopla that comes with a sold out arena.

I'd still love to see....whether it would happen is a different question.

Ace would hate it though

Dunno why anyone would hate it good win good loss for either team right now. No reason not to book it.

I’ll even agree to tone down my Husky Dawg hate

[rhodylaw]

I hate UConn admin for ducking us for so many years but I don’t blame DH for not wanting the game. Fans or not, it will be weird to for him to coach against Fatts.

[theblueram]

I think they should do it. URI vs UCONN should be an annual game. Period.

[RIrugger01]

Don't they also have a guy named Dana Tate?

Wow, forgot all about him

[eli#10]

No way Hurley will voluntarily go up against Cox.

[section(105)]

.......why not?

[PeterRamTime]

.......why not?

Because feelings

[DC_Rams]

UCONN vs URI is a possibility... we shall see!

[FDshoes]

UCONN vs URI is a possibility... we shall see!

Possibility because Cox has called on it, or is there mutual interest?

[PeterRamTime]

UCONN vs URI is a possibility... we shall see!

Hype

[DC_Rams]

No inside knowledge, just gut feeling

[BCarey1315]

Is UCONN still our most frequently played opponent in the team's history?

Definitely hyped for any possibility of a game between the two in 2020. Fingers crossed for some good news

[Rhody Sody]

No inside knowledge, just gut feeling

Would love to see this happen. Grew up a Uconn fan living near Hartford so i do not have the hatred that everyone else has towards the program. Rhody was my second team growing up. Uconn takes a huge back seat to Rhody now but this would be great not to mention the Hurley connection. It would make my day to beat Tyrese Martin.

[Rhodymob05]

It is hilarious and pathetic that UCONN and URI do not play on an annual/biannual basis. With the history and short distance from each other, get that rivalry back.

[Jersey77]

It is hilarious and pathetic that UCONN and URI do not play on an annual/biannual basis. With the history and short distance from each other, get that rivalry back.

Yes, would love to see that rivalry renewed, I miss it. Hurley put together a strong and deep roster that will compete for the top of the BE. I think this game would always generate a lot of excitement and fan interest.

[NYGFan_Section208]

It is hilarious and pathetic that UCONN and URI do not play on an annual/biannual basis. With the history and short distance from each other, get that rivalry back.

Egos.....

[Rhode_Island_Red]

It is hilarious and pathetic that UCONN and URI do not play on an annual/biannual basis. With the history and short distance from each other, get that rivalry back.

Yes, would love to see that rivalry renewed, I miss it. Hurley put together a strong and deep roster that will compete for the top of the BE. I think this game would always generate a lot of excitement and fan interest.

Forget it. Slimy Slithering Snake Hurley will continue the practice of his idol, Arrogant Haystack Calhoun, and not play URI unless we’re really bad.