I did a Q&A with Dan Hanner to discuss his mid-major rankings, here I’m going to go back to the typical formula and discuss where I think the computer rankings are under or overrating teams. Here’s one each per conference with my note as to what the computers are missing.
Category: MAAC
The Toughest Place to Play in the MAAC
Where is the toughest place to play in the MAAC? Big Apple Buckets asked head coaches around the MAAC to find out where the toughest place to play on the road is…
MAAC Preseason Top 10 and Player of the Year
During the 2006-07 season, according to kenpom.com, the MAAC has 30 of their 90 conference games determined by four points or fewer or in overtime. That stat made the MAAC that season the most competitive conference out of all 32 conferences. During that season, seven of the 10 teams finished .500 or better. At the end of the MAAC Tournament, second-seeded Niagara won the title with a win over fourth-seeded Siena 83-79, by four points.
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Q&A with Dan Hanner about Preseason Predictions
Dan Hanner released his preseason rankings from 1 (Indiana) – 345 (Grambling) yesterday. He’ll be expanding on the rankings more in College Basketball Prospectus 13 (out soon!) and ESPN The Magazine. Most of that though will probably focus on bigger schools, so I asked Dan to dive into the rankings for the conferences we cover here at Big Apple Buckets. I know lots of people want to hear about the NEC, if so, scroll a little ways down. Continue reading “Q&A with Dan Hanner about Preseason Predictions”
Dunne, St. Peter’s looking to beat expectations
On March 7, 2011 John Dunne and St. Peter’s were on top of the MAAC, celebrating their first championship since 1995 with a five-point win over Iona.
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MAAC Coaches on Loyola’s move to Patriot League, possible expansion
This offseason Big Apple Buckets writer Ryan Restivo has had the opportunity to speak with every coach in the MAAC. Here – in their own words – are their thoughts on Loyola (MD) leaving the conference, expansion, and possibly playing next season with just nine teams.
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Marist’s Khallid Hart on Injury, Lost Season
Last Thursday, Marist freshman Khallid Hart was ruled out for the season due to cartilage damage in his right knee.
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Iona’s Tavon Sledge Receives Waiver
Iona’s Tavon Sledge, who transferred from Iowa State in April, received a waiver to be able to play immediately for the Gaels this season.
Loyola (MD) Counting on Big Three to Defend MAAC Title
The Loyola Greyhounds will have the chance to defend their 2012 MAAC Championship in their last season in the conference before moving to the Patriot League.
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Manhattan Green & White Scrimmage Notes
I went to the Green & White scrimmage at Manhattan on Wednesday night. The game ended in a 93-93 tie as Emmy Andujar’s runner at the buzzer fell short. This game was more for the coaches, but it was also an early opportunity to take a look at the new guys on the roster.
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