(PRE-GAME) Villanova (MSG), Sun., Feb. 17, 5p, FS-1 / 570 AM

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[quote="Johnny4Life" post=322624]The key to this game is the energy level. If they come out with the same energy and intensity they did in the first game against Nova, I think we pull it out. If they play tired like they did last Saturday against Providence, they lose.

If I were Mullin, I'd make sure the team gets a good night rest the night before and install some kind of curfew if possible. I heard last weeks game they stood in a hotel in the city the night before. My guess is that most of team took advantage and stood up late which resulted in their lack of energy last week.[/quote]

While I think your point is ridiculous I will also point out that last weekend's game was at noon, this weekend's at 5pm. Getting enough sleep shouldn't be an issue unless staff wakes them up at 6am for drills.
 
[quote="Marillac" post=322629][quote="Johnny4Life" post=322624]The key to this game is the energy level. If they come out with the same energy and intensity they did in the first game against Nova, I think we pull it out. If they play tired like they did last Saturday against Providence, they lose.

If I were Mullin, I'd make sure the team gets a good night rest the night before and install some kind of curfew if possible. I heard last weeks game they stood in a hotel in the city the night before. My guess is that most of team took advantage and stood up late which resulted in their lack of energy last week.[/quote]

They always stay in a hotel prior to MSG games. They also have a curfew. What they do in the rooms is always a concern.[/quote]

On Instagram at 2am for a 12pm tip last week.
 
I don't understand why the team stays in a hotel room for MSG games. I would assume they'd be more comfortable in their own apartments and staying in a hotel just gives it more a road game feel. I can understand if a major storm is coming, but otherwise, what's the point? They're coming in from Queens, how long can that take even with heavy traffic? The hotel setup just seems to negate the home court advantage somewhat.
 
[quote="P Simmons" post=322643]I don't understand why the team stays in a hotel room for MSG games. I would assume they'd be more comfortable in their own apartments and staying in a hotel just gives it more a road game feel. I can understand if a major storm is coming, but otherwise, what's the point? They're coming in from Queens, how long can that take even with heavy traffic? The hotel setup just seems to negate the home court advantage somewhat.[/quote]

Probably a team building thing. Eating together, spending time together, etc.
 
[quote="P Simmons" post=322643]I don't understand why the team stays in a hotel room for MSG games. I would assume they'd be more comfortable in their own apartments and staying in a hotel just gives it more a road game feel. I can understand if a major storm is coming, but otherwise, what's the point? They're coming in from Queens, how long can that take even with heavy traffic? The hotel setup just seems to negate the home court advantage somewhat.[/quote] Bill Mitaritona mentions this in his book. It's actually an NCAA rule. For day games played off campus, even the home team needs to stay in a hotel. Don't ask why, but that's what he said in his book
 
Any early numbers on attendance? Think this has a pretty chance of being a sellout. When was the last time that happened (besides Duke)?
 
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[quote="austour" post=322631][quote="Johnny4Life" post=322624]The key to this game is the energy level. If they come out with the same energy and intensity they did in the first game against Nova, I think we pull it out. If they play tired like they did last Saturday against Providence, they lose.

If I were Mullin, I'd make sure the team gets a good night rest the night before and install some kind of curfew if possible. I heard last weeks game they stood in a hotel in the city the night before. My guess is that most of team took advantage and stood up late which resulted in their lack of energy last week.[/quote]

While I think your point is ridiculous I will also point out that last weekend's game was at noon, this weekend's at 5pm. Getting enough sleep shouldn't be an issue unless staff wakes them up at 6am for drills.[/quote]

When I made the comment, I didn’t realize the game was at 5pm. I thought it was at noon like last week. If I was right, there’s a lot of merit to my comment. Especially since the teams style of play is based on an uptempo game.
 
[quote="JackofVirginia" post=322627][quote="Paultzman" post=322523]Coming out slow with poor shooting has been a factor in some defeats and coming out hot, grabbing a lead, only to fade in stretch, has been an issue in others. (And a win last night)

Against a disciplined team like Nova, SJU has to be competent from start to finish. Avoiding those famous SJU shooting droughts is key. Btw, a common quality of Nova & Marquette, two best BE teams, is ability to draw fouls, not only resulting in a lot of FTs, but obviously putting opposition in foul trouble. That’s a killer potentially for our thin roster. Not only is Nova adept at drawing fouls through crafty play, but zebras treat them like Duke in that regard.[/quote]



I had previously predicted a victory over Nova, however after the pass two games I am deeply concerned with our inconsistencies. Watching many of the Nova games I am really impressed how both Booth and Paschall can turn it on at the end of their games. Not worried about their big men hurting us down low. Better keep an eye on Gillespie who has been as hot as a piston. Got to hit the boards. Oh I forgot we don't rebound on the offensive boards.[/quote]

Gillespie had an off game against Marquette. 5 pts on 2-9 shooting (1-6 3pters).

Don’t leave him open, that’s for sure!
 
There is NO SUCH RULE regarding teams staying in hotels. That is a SJU choice to put the team in a NYC hotel for MSG games. The only hotel rule that exists is during the Big East Tourney, no team can stay outside of Manhattan.
 
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[quote="AJ Hidell" post=322696]There is NO SUCH RULE regarding teams staying in hotels. That is a SJU choice to put the team in a NYC hotel for MSG games. The only hotel rule that exists is during the Big East Tourney, no team can stay outside of Manhattan.[/quote]

Last of the Redmen, by Billy Mitaritona, p. 120:

"We had practice early that day at 2:00 PM, because we were going to stay at the Glen Cove Mansion the night before our game at Nassau Coliseum. Thank goodness everyone was now healthy, and they didn't need me in practice as much as usual. We got to the hotel, and since Bradley and I were travelling, we got to experience free food and meal money. We received dinner at the hotel, $20 for the meal, and a snack at night, all in accordance with NCAA rules. They kept us in a hotel the night before games on the road, or day games at home, to make sure the players would behave, which was very smart. I was in awe of how wonderfully we were treated, and I was very thankful to Coach Mahoney for his decision to bring me on the road."
 
1-6 in weekend games since beginning of conference play...not sure how that happens. Also losing too much at home. Something tells me Nova players are all off to bed by 9 or 10 PM with full rest on game nights and not on IG at 2 AM.
 
[quote="SJU61982" post=322702][quote="AJ Hidell" post=322696]There is NO SUCH RULE regarding teams staying in hotels. That is a SJU choice to put the team in a NYC hotel for MSG games. The only hotel rule that exists is during the Big East Tourney, no team can stay outside of Manhattan.[/quote]

Last of the Redmen, by Billy Mitaritona, p. 120:

"We had practice early that day at 2:00 PM, because we were going to stay at the Glen Cove Mansion the night before our game at Nassau Coliseum. Thank goodness everyone was now healthy, and they didn't need me in practice as much as usual. We got to the hotel, and since Bradley and I were travelling, we got to experience free food and meal money. We received dinner at the hotel, $20 for the meal, and a snack at night, all in accordance with NCAA rules. They kept us in a hotel the night before games on the road, or day games at home, to make sure the players would behave, which was very smart. I was in awe of how wonderfully we were treated, and I was very thankful to Coach Mahoney for his decision to bring me on the road."[/quote].

What Bill is commenting on is the meals which at the time, were in accordance with the NCAA allowable meals to student athletes, NOT the staying at the hotel. Now teams are allowed to feed their players unlimited times a day both at home and on the road. There is no longer a NCAA rule of 3 meals plus 1 snack per day for athletes OR meal money allowance instead of meal which was in effect during Bill’s time at SJU.
It is up to each individual school if they want to place their teams in a hotel the night before a home game.
 
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[quote="AJ Hidell" post=322705][quote="SJU61982" post=322702][quote="AJ Hidell" post=322696]There is NO SUCH RULE regarding teams staying in hotels. That is a SJU choice to put the team in a NYC hotel for MSG games. The only hotel rule that exists is during the Big East Tourney, no team can stay outside of Manhattan.[/quote]

Last of the Redmen, by Billy Mitaritona, p. 120:

"We had practice early that day at 2:00 PM, because we were going to stay at the Glen Cove Mansion the night before our game at Nassau Coliseum. Thank goodness everyone was now healthy, and they didn't need me in practice as much as usual. We got to the hotel, and since Bradley and I were travelling, we got to experience free food and meal money. We received dinner at the hotel, $20 for the meal, and a snack at night, all in accordance with NCAA rules. They kept us in a hotel the night before games on the road, or day games at home, to make sure the players would behave, which was very smart. I was in awe of how wonderfully we were treated, and I was very thankful to Coach Mahoney for his decision to bring me on the road."[/quote].

What Bill is commenting on is the meals which at the time, were in accordance with the NCAA allowable meals to student athletes, NOT the staying at the hotel. Now teams are allowed to feed their players unlimited times a day both at home and on the road. There is no longer a NCAA rule of 3 meals plus 1 snack per day for athletes OR meal money allowance instead of meal which was in effect during Bill’s time at SJU.
It is up to each individual school if they want to place their teams in a hotel the night before a home game.[/quote] That's not how I read that, but ok. Still think it makes sense for us to stay in a Manhattan hotel before an afternoon MSG game. You never know how bad the tracffic is going past the Midtown Tunnel, or the Queensboro Bridge, even on weekends. We could be late for shootaround just on that basis alone.
 
[quote="SJU61982" post=322709][quote="AJ Hidell" post=322705][quote="SJU61982" post=322702][quote="AJ Hidell" post=322696]There is NO SUCH RULE regarding teams staying in hotels. That is a SJU choice to put the team in a NYC hotel for MSG games. The only hotel rule that exists is during the Big East Tourney, no team can stay outside of Manhattan.[/quote]

Last of the Redmen, by Billy Mitaritona, p. 120:

"We had practice early that day at 2:00 PM, because we were going to stay at the Glen Cove Mansion the night before our game at Nassau Coliseum. Thank goodness everyone was now healthy, and they didn't need me in practice as much as usual. We got to the hotel, and since Bradley and I were travelling, we got to experience free food and meal money. We received dinner at the hotel, $20 for the meal, and a snack at night, all in accordance with NCAA rules. They kept us in a hotel the night before games on the road, or day games at home, to make sure the players would behave, which was very smart. I was in awe of how wonderfully we were treated, and I was very thankful to Coach Mahoney for his decision to bring me on the road."[/quote].

What Bill is commenting on is the meals which at the time, were in accordance with the NCAA allowable meals to student athletes, NOT the staying at the hotel. Now teams are allowed to feed their players unlimited times a day both at home and on the road. There is no longer a NCAA rule of 3 meals plus 1 snack per day for athletes OR meal money allowance instead of meal which was in effect during Bill’s time at SJU.
It is up to each individual school if they want to place their teams in a hotel the night before a home game.[/quote] That's not how I read that, but ok. Still think it makes sense for us to stay in a Manhattan hotel before an afternoon MSG game. You never know how bad the tracffic is going past the Midtown Tunnel, or the Queensboro Bridge, even on weekends. We could be late for shootaround just on that basis alone.[/quote]
Then you need work with your reading comprehension. ;) :)
 
[quote="stjohnnie75" post=322660][quote="JackofVirginia" post=322627][quote="Paultzman" post=322523]Coming out slow with poor shooting has been a factor in some defeats and coming out hot, grabbing a lead, only to fade in stretch, has been an issue in others. (And a win last night)

Against a disciplined team like Nova, SJU has to be competent from start to finish. Avoiding those famous SJU shooting droughts is key. Btw, a common quality of Nova & Marquette, two best BE teams, is ability to draw fouls, not only resulting in a lot of FTs, but obviously putting opposition in foul trouble. That’s a killer potentially for our thin roster. Not only is Nova adept at drawing fouls through crafty play, but zebras treat them like Duke in that regard.[/quote]



I had previously predicted a victory over Nova, however after the pass two games I am deeply concerned with our inconsistencies. Watching many of the Nova games I am really impressed how both Booth and Paschall can turn it on at the end of their games. Not worried about their big men hurting us down low. Better keep an eye on Gillespie who has been as hot as a piston. Got to hit the boards. Oh I forgot we don't rebound on the offensive boards.[/quote]

Gillespie had an off game against Marquette. 5 pts on 2-9 shooting (1-6 3pters).

Don’t leave him open, that’s for sure![/quote]

Gillespie had another rough shooting night going 1-9 and 0-6 3pters.

He won’t miss a shot against us, book it!
 
Let's steal the ball from Gillespie before he gets the chance to hit any shots, he has no quickness.

If we beat Villanova last year let's do it again this year at the Garden!

Unlike us, Nova holds the lead most of the game, gives it up late, then calls a timeout and picks up the defensive pressure and goes on a big run to turn the tide and win going away.

Nova did it AGAINST COOLEY, and Providence who I cannot stand. Villanova is the class of the big east for sure, and Wright a great coach.
 
[quote="stjohnnie75" post=322717][quote="stjohnnie75" post=322660][quote="JackofVirginia" post=322627][quote="Paultzman" post=322523]Coming out slow with poor shooting has been a factor in some defeats and coming out hot, grabbing a lead, only to fade in stretch, has been an issue in others. (And a win last night)

Against a disciplined team like Nova, SJU has to be competent from start to finish. Avoiding those famous SJU shooting droughts is key. Btw, a common quality of Nova & Marquette, two best BE teams, is ability to draw fouls, not only resulting in a lot of FTs, but obviously putting opposition in foul trouble. That’s a killer potentially for our thin roster. Not only is Nova adept at drawing fouls through crafty play, but zebras treat them like Duke in that regard.[/quote]



I had previously predicted a victory over Nova, however after the pass two games I am deeply concerned with our inconsistencies. Watching many of the Nova games I am really impressed how both Booth and Paschall can turn it on at the end of their games. Not worried about their big men hurting us down low. Better keep an eye on Gillespie who has been as hot as a piston. Got to hit the boards. Oh I forgot we don't rebound on the offensive boards.[/quote]

Gillespie had an off game against Marquette. 5 pts on 2-9 shooting (1-6 3pters).

Don’t leave him open, that’s for sure![/quote]

Gillespie had another rough shooting night going 1-9 and 0-6 3pters.

He won’t miss a shot against us, book it![/quote]

Big thorn in our side like Big Ragu was. Would be nice if Nova didn't get every call and hit auto 3's against us.
 
[quote="Mike Zaun" post=322704]1-6 in weekend games since beginning of conference play...not sure how that happens. Also losing too much at home. Something tells me Nova players are all off to bed by 9 or 10 PM with full rest on game nights and not on IG at 2 AM.[/quote]

Are you seriously that naive?
 
[quote="Mike Zaun" post=322734][quote="stjohnnie75" post=322717][quote="stjohnnie75" post=322660][quote="JackofVirginia" post=322627][quote="Paultzman" post=322523]Coming out slow with poor shooting has been a factor in some defeats and coming out hot, grabbing a lead, only to fade in stretch, has been an issue in others. (And a win last night)

Against a disciplined team like Nova, SJU has to be competent from start to finish. Avoiding those famous SJU shooting droughts is key. Btw, a common quality of Nova & Marquette, two best BE teams, is ability to draw fouls, not only resulting in a lot of FTs, but obviously putting opposition in foul trouble. That’s a killer potentially for our thin roster. Not only is Nova adept at drawing fouls through crafty play, but zebras treat them like Duke in that regard.[/quote]



I had previously predicted a victory over Nova, however after the pass two games I am deeply concerned with our inconsistencies. Watching many of the Nova games I am really impressed how both Booth and Paschall can turn it on at the end of their games. Not worried about their big men hurting us down low. Better keep an eye on Gillespie who has been as hot as a piston. Got to hit the boards. Oh I forgot we don't rebound on the offensive boards.[/quote]

Gillespie had an off game against Marquette. 5 pts on 2-9 shooting (1-6 3pters).

Don’t leave him open, that’s for sure![/quote]

Gillespie had another rough shooting night going 1-9 and 0-6 3pters.

He won’t miss a shot against us, book it![/quote]

Big thorn in our side like Big Ragu was. Would be nice if Nova didn't get every call and hit auto 3's against us.[/quote]
On other end he is a poor defender who SJU will post up on a lot I suspect. Hopefully refs don’t buy his flops.
 
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