Last night was very close to a Must win and they passed the challenge and then some. It was strange because the crowd was never really needed, very unusual for a big game at home. The amount of people in the building during the National Anthem was alarming . The announced attendance was about 8400. I'd say 7000 in the building? A Legion of missing students and lots of empty seats on the sides.
Anyway, a,tremendous first half effort. Great defense and precision passing without all the unnecessary dribbling. Richmond used his power and Sha positioned him in the right spot to combat the Xavier defense. Everyone contributed . Coleman did a great job off the bench, no longer playing like a first year player. I thought Sanders played with confidence and focus too. Bediako looked like himself. Dawes set the tone with his first two made threes. His shot is back. Richmond looked great, very assertive and one of his best games at SHU. The coaching staff had the team ready.
So, what does it all mean? The team is getting closer to claiming the 4 or 5 spot in the conference avoiding the opening round at MSG. Third place is not out of the question.A solid jump in the NET last night. The Hall is right there on The Bubble, but close to being In. They would probably be Out if today was Selection Sunday. We are now in Crunch time. Hopefully, Dre Davis can play at SJU. This is going to be a tough game to win with or without Dre. SJU although maintaining a decent NET may be coming to the end of the road.
Anyway, a,tremendous first half effort. Great defense and precision passing without all the unnecessary dribbling. Richmond used his power and Sha positioned him in the right spot to combat the Xavier defense. Everyone contributed . Coleman did a great job off the bench, no longer playing like a first year player. I thought Sanders played with confidence and focus too. Bediako looked like himself. Dawes set the tone with his first two made threes. His shot is back. Richmond looked great, very assertive and one of his best games at SHU. The coaching staff had the team ready.
So, what does it all mean? The team is getting closer to claiming the 4 or 5 spot in the conference avoiding the opening round at MSG. Third place is not out of the question.A solid jump in the NET last night. The Hall is right there on The Bubble, but close to being In. They would probably be Out if today was Selection Sunday. We are now in Crunch time. Hopefully, Dre Davis can play at SJU. This is going to be a tough game to win with or without Dre. SJU although maintaining a decent NET may be coming to the end of the road.
