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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 10:37 am

I like that we were able to keep our core. I like already knowing all the players heading into the season. Makes it easier to watch the earlier games.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by DomCrosetto » Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:10 pm

NattyBumppo'sRevenge wrote:
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I like that we were able to keep our core. I like already knowing all the players heading into the season. Makes it easier to watch the earlier games.
Yes, this is a big factor with connecting with the fan base as well, I think. A lot easier to root for kids you're familiar with and like already. I think that's what we'll have this season and, hopefully, it really helps with attendance as well!
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Unread post by appfanjj » Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:47 pm

Seems like if one of the transfer point guards we have can become a quality guy at that position, it will free Harcum and Brown up to create more.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by DomCrosetto » Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:58 pm

appfanjj wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:47 pm
Seems like if one of the transfer point guards we have can become a quality guy at that position, it will free Harcum and Brown up to create more.
I'd be all for that! Brown is fun to watch!
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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by appfanjj » Tue Nov 07, 2023 3:22 pm

DomCrosetto wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:58 pm
appfanjj wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 2:47 pm
Seems like if one of the transfer point guards we have can become a quality guy at that position, it will free Harcum and Brown up to create more.
I'd be all for that! Brown is fun to watch!
He is explosive and athletic.
We shouldn't have to depend so much on Gregory this year. He will be our leader but if everyone settles into their role it could get interesting.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by TheMoody1 » Tue Nov 07, 2023 3:26 pm

Sound like we should have a good shot at beating Oakland City. :lol:

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Unread post by BambooRdApp » Tue Nov 07, 2023 3:57 pm

TheMoody1 wrote:
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Sound like we should have a good shot at beating Oakland City. :lol:
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Unread post by AppDub » Tue Nov 07, 2023 4:06 pm

I'm just hoping we shoot free throws at a higher percentage and hero ball doesn't take over in close games. Seemed to be consistent issues last year. Plenty of talent on this team. Super excited to watch how they've grown.

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Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 5:08 pm

Oakland City is in Indiana. They did not win many games last year. Looks like they were 9-19 or 9-20, no Division I games. They were 2-14 in their last 16 games after starting 7-6. I haven’t heard of any of their opponents before. This game should be over in the first 5-6 minutes if we are as good as advertised.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by appfanjj » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:10 pm

NattyBumppo'sRevenge wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 5:08 pm
Oakland City is in Indiana. They did not win many games last year. Looks like they were 9-19 or 9-20, no Division I games. They were 2-14 in their last 16 games after starting 7-6. I haven’t heard of any of their opponents before. This game should be over in the first 5-6 minutes if we are as good as advertised.
This will be a big experiment for our coaching staff. Hopefully a positive learning experience.
Interested in seeing what some of the newcomers look like and which rotations play well together.

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Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:15 pm

ESPN has us as 44.5 point favorites

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Unread post by AppinVA » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:35 pm

Names are on the back of the jerseys this year!!!
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Unread post by 311neers » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:42 pm

NattyBumppo'sRevenge wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:15 pm
ESPN has us as 44.5 point favorites
We better pick it up to cover!

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Unread post by proasu89 » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:48 pm

If someone is at the game, please tell Kendall Lewis that we can hear him just fine . No need to yell

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by Bigdaddyg1 » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:50 pm

Wow how deep can we go? Looks like lots of guys can play

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Unread post by proasu89 » Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:59 pm

15 deep against NAIA opponents. 😉 10 maybe 12 versus the Belt?

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 7:16 pm

311neers wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:42 pm
NattyBumppo'sRevenge wrote:
Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:15 pm
ESPN has us as 44.5 point favorites
We better pick it up to cover!
We are on pace at half!

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 7:19 pm

Marsh, Tate, Hayes and Spillers. Looking good against a glorified high school team.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by NattyBumppo'sRevenge » Tue Nov 07, 2023 7:21 pm

Still suck at free throws.

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Re: Basketball is here!

Unread post by proasu89 » Tue Nov 07, 2023 7:23 pm

Good: Student turnout looks nice. Roster looks deep.

Bad: 7/18 FT’s. Mantis jacking up 28 footers when he can get the same shot from 22-23ft.

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