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I am temporarily filling in for OE as he recovers from surgery. Get well soon Dan. WAR DAMN ORANGEYES!
HOP WATCH
Why Shouldn't Bonnies HC Schmidt Talk to BC? (Olean Times Herald; Pollock)
Talk about a flashback.
When ESPN revealed late last week that St. Bonaventure’s Mark Schmidt had met with Boston College about the Eagles’ open men’s basketball coaching job, following the firing of Steve Donahue, a bit of deja vu overcame me ... as in 28 years worth.
It was back in the early spring of 1986 that then-St. Bonaventure coach Jim O’Brien took a similar job at his alma mater, BC.
O’Brien, a controversial hiring in 1982 — he was the first non-Bona alum in that job in 29 years — came from UConn, where he was an assistant to Dom Perno, at the behest of Fr. James Toal, O.F.M., SBU’s Executive Vice President.
Fr. Toal, a no-nonsense administrator, didn’t blindly embrace the concept of the Bonnies only being coached by alums.
And, his choice was a good one. O’Brien still owns the best winning percentage — 67-51, .568 — of the last seven Bona coaches, though his critics point out that the lone post-season appearance (1983 NIT) was accomplished with the players of his predecessor, Jim Satalin.
Cuonzo Martin Meets with Marquette (ESPN; Katz)
Marquette officials met Sunday with Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin, and there is significant interest from the Golden Eagles in hiring Martin away from the Vols, multiple sources told ESPN.com.
Sources told ESPN.com that discussions are underway between the two parties, but Tennessee still has an opportunity to keep Martin.
Marquette is pursuing a replacement for Buzz Williams, who left after six seasons to take over as coach at Virginia Tech.
Martin's buyout with the Vols goes down from $2.6 million to $1.3 million on April 1, according to a source.
VIDEO
Takeaways from 2013-14 ACC Basketball Season
NCAA TOURNAMENT
UConn's Final Four Berth Stirs Big East Memories (PS; Allen)
Remember the Big East?
One of the nation's most powerful college basketball conferences for the last 30 years, the Big East is now a shell of its former self with the likes of Butler, Creighton, and Xavier joining the remaining "Catholic 7." In this NCAA tournament, something happened that hasn't happened in 21 years: Not one Big East team played in the Sweet 16.
But it certainly feels like the Big East is still alive after Connecticut's 60-54 win over Michigan State in the Elite Eight Sunday.
NEXT YEAR
Dujuan Coleman Faces Uncertain Recovery From Surgery (PS; Ditota)
Dajuan Coleman continues to rehabilitate his left leg with the hope that it will respond to post-surgery treatment.
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim said a timetable for Coleman's return can't be definitively determined. Coleman will test the leg over the next few months; the way it responds to rehabilitation and treatment will determine when he gets back to basketball.
"He's putting weight on it now. I'm sure he'll do some running some time in the summer. We're talking July, August — running only. Then we'll see how it reacts. We don't know. He could play maybe a little bit in September, I'm told," Boeheim said. "We have no idea about next year. It's possible that he could be at practice in October. But it's possible he might not be able to practice full speed until December, November."
Syracuse center Dajuan Coleman sits on the sideline as his team warms up during an NCAA tournament game in Buffalo.Donna Ditota | dditota@syracuse.com
The Syracuse sophomore, sidelined for two straight seasons with surgeries, said 10 days ago in Buffalo that he would soon transition from crutches to weight-bearing exercises. He has been receiving treatment on the leg since his late January surgery.
A Quick Look at the 2014-15 Team (The Juice; Cheng)
BURNING QUESTIONS:
FORMER PLAYERS
Carmelo, Knicks Near Playoff Berth with Win Over Warriors (PS; Wire Services)
J.R. Smith scored 21 points, Carmelo Anthony added 19 points and nine rebounds and the New York Knicks moved within one game of the final playoff spot by beating the undermanned Golden State Warriors 89-84 on Sunday night at Oakland, Calif.
The Knicks outscored Golden State 34-12 in the second quarter to go ahead 56-44 at the half, and then held off a furious rally by Stephen Curry and the Warriors in the closing minutes.
Fab Melo Banished to Locker Room for Alledgely Cursing at D League Coach (PS; Carlson)
Santangelo's Restaurant in Liverpool Wins Record 5th Meatball Madness Title (PS; Cazentre)
Santangelo's Restaurant in Liverpool took home the top prize in the annualMeatball Madness contest, a benefit for Elmcrest Children's Center of Syracuse.
It was Santangelo's 5th title in the 11-year history of the event, giving the restaurant at 673 Old Liverpool Road the right to take home the "Best Meatballs in Town" trophy.
A panel of judges award second prize to the The Basil Leaf in North Syracuse, and third prize to the the Palace Theater in Eastwood.
HOP WATCH
Why Shouldn't Bonnies HC Schmidt Talk to BC? (Olean Times Herald; Pollock)
Talk about a flashback.
When ESPN revealed late last week that St. Bonaventure’s Mark Schmidt had met with Boston College about the Eagles’ open men’s basketball coaching job, following the firing of Steve Donahue, a bit of deja vu overcame me ... as in 28 years worth.
It was back in the early spring of 1986 that then-St. Bonaventure coach Jim O’Brien took a similar job at his alma mater, BC.
O’Brien, a controversial hiring in 1982 — he was the first non-Bona alum in that job in 29 years — came from UConn, where he was an assistant to Dom Perno, at the behest of Fr. James Toal, O.F.M., SBU’s Executive Vice President.
Fr. Toal, a no-nonsense administrator, didn’t blindly embrace the concept of the Bonnies only being coached by alums.
And, his choice was a good one. O’Brien still owns the best winning percentage — 67-51, .568 — of the last seven Bona coaches, though his critics point out that the lone post-season appearance (1983 NIT) was accomplished with the players of his predecessor, Jim Satalin.
Cuonzo Martin Meets with Marquette (ESPN; Katz)
Marquette officials met Sunday with Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin, and there is significant interest from the Golden Eagles in hiring Martin away from the Vols, multiple sources told ESPN.com.
Sources told ESPN.com that discussions are underway between the two parties, but Tennessee still has an opportunity to keep Martin.
Marquette is pursuing a replacement for Buzz Williams, who left after six seasons to take over as coach at Virginia Tech.
Martin's buyout with the Vols goes down from $2.6 million to $1.3 million on April 1, according to a source.
VIDEO
Takeaways from 2013-14 ACC Basketball Season
NCAA TOURNAMENT
UConn's Final Four Berth Stirs Big East Memories (PS; Allen)
Remember the Big East?
One of the nation's most powerful college basketball conferences for the last 30 years, the Big East is now a shell of its former self with the likes of Butler, Creighton, and Xavier joining the remaining "Catholic 7." In this NCAA tournament, something happened that hasn't happened in 21 years: Not one Big East team played in the Sweet 16.
But it certainly feels like the Big East is still alive after Connecticut's 60-54 win over Michigan State in the Elite Eight Sunday.
NEXT YEAR
Dujuan Coleman Faces Uncertain Recovery From Surgery (PS; Ditota)
Dajuan Coleman continues to rehabilitate his left leg with the hope that it will respond to post-surgery treatment.
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim said a timetable for Coleman's return can't be definitively determined. Coleman will test the leg over the next few months; the way it responds to rehabilitation and treatment will determine when he gets back to basketball.
"He's putting weight on it now. I'm sure he'll do some running some time in the summer. We're talking July, August — running only. Then we'll see how it reacts. We don't know. He could play maybe a little bit in September, I'm told," Boeheim said. "We have no idea about next year. It's possible that he could be at practice in October. But it's possible he might not be able to practice full speed until December, November."
Syracuse center Dajuan Coleman sits on the sideline as his team warms up during an NCAA tournament game in Buffalo.Donna Ditota | dditota@syracuse.comThe Syracuse sophomore, sidelined for two straight seasons with surgeries, said 10 days ago in Buffalo that he would soon transition from crutches to weight-bearing exercises. He has been receiving treatment on the leg since his late January surgery.
A Quick Look at the 2014-15 Team (The Juice; Cheng)
BURNING QUESTIONS:
- Can Joseph run the team? While we’ve heard great things about Joseph, there’s always a question of translating your game from the high school to college levels. Then again, Ennis did it seamlessly.
- Can Cooney become consistent? Cooney had a great start to the year, and still ended up shooting 37 percent from downtown. But he struggled mightily in conference play, and will need to be much more consistent from outside next year.
- Can Syracuse get production from the post? Between McCullough, Christmas and Coleman, Syracuse is betting on one of them providing points down low.
- Who of the sophomores will make the biggest impact? Roberson seems the most likely, but don’t count out Patterson, especially with the departure of Ennis.
- Will Grant stay or will he go? His return would return Syracuse would certainly make for a rosier outlook. Without him, Syracuse would be relying on several unproven players to pick up the slack.
FORMER PLAYERS
Carmelo, Knicks Near Playoff Berth with Win Over Warriors (PS; Wire Services)
J.R. Smith scored 21 points, Carmelo Anthony added 19 points and nine rebounds and the New York Knicks moved within one game of the final playoff spot by beating the undermanned Golden State Warriors 89-84 on Sunday night at Oakland, Calif.
The Knicks outscored Golden State 34-12 in the second quarter to go ahead 56-44 at the half, and then held off a furious rally by Stephen Curry and the Warriors in the closing minutes.
Fab Melo Banished to Locker Room for Alledgely Cursing at D League Coach (PS; Carlson)
- Marc Hoenig @MarcHoenig 12h
Cont...Fab Melo got in Najera's face. Eddie told him to hit the showers.
from Texas, USA
Marc Hoenig @MarcHoenig 12h
I'll be shocked if Fab Melo is on the @TexasLegends after today. The former 'Cuse player just called HC Eduardo Najera the B word & P word.
from Texas, USA
Santangelo's Restaurant in Liverpool Wins Record 5th Meatball Madness Title (PS; Cazentre)
Santangelo's Restaurant in Liverpool took home the top prize in the annualMeatball Madness contest, a benefit for Elmcrest Children's Center of Syracuse.
It was Santangelo's 5th title in the 11-year history of the event, giving the restaurant at 673 Old Liverpool Road the right to take home the "Best Meatballs in Town" trophy.
A panel of judges award second prize to the The Basil Leaf in North Syracuse, and third prize to the the Palace Theater in Eastwood.
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