On Saturday afternoon, the UB women's lacrosse team got in some preseason action with a scrimmage against Post University at Knights Field in front a crowd of around 30-40 people. Even though the Purple Knights lost the game 11-7, they showed some like they can play with anyone. Sophomore midfielder Jennavie Orrell scored four of the goals and Sophomore defender Jessica Deutsch scored two goals and chipped in with an assist.
Looking forward to next week: Bridgeport will travel to Southern Connecticut State University on tuesday afternoon for one final scrimmage at 3:30 pm before opening the season next Friday at Post University at 4 p.m. then on tuesday March 8th play at Chestnut Hill College at 6 p.m. The first home game of the season will on Friday March 11th against Dominican College at 6 p.m. at Knights Field.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
UB Men's Basketball Game Recap/Playoff Preview
On Saturday afternoon, the Purple Knights traveled to C.W. Post for a national televised game on CBS College Sports and did not let anyone done as the defeated the Pioneers 67-65. On Friday, Senior guard Dave Boykin told me he was pumped for this game and called it an amazing opportunity for his team. With the win, Bridgeport won the East Coast Conference regular season title with a 18-8 overall record and 18-3 ECC record.
Key players in the win on Saturday:
Key players in the win on Saturday:
- Forward Tim Cokley 19 pts 7 rebs.
- Center Msoo Ikaaytor 16 pts 8 rebs 2 steals.
- Guard Dave Boykin 10 pts 4 rebs 3 assists.
UB Women's Basketball Game Recap/Playoff Preview
On Saturday they fell to C.W. Post on the road by the score of 60-53 in the game of the regular season. The lost saw the Purple Knights drop their second in a row after winning 9 of the previous 10 games.
Key Players for Bridgeport in the game:
Looking ahead to Wednesday night: As the third seed in the East Coast Conference, Bridgeport (15-13 overall and 13-8 in ECC play) will host the sixth seed Molloy College (8-20 overall and 8-13 in ECC play) at Hubbell Gym on Wednesday night at 6 p.m. UB took two out of the three games against the Lions this season. Senior guard Elinor Avny had her best game of the season against them on two weeks ago scoring 30 pts on 7 of 9 from 3 pt range. The winner will move on to play next Saturday in the ECC semifinal rounds against either St. Thomas Aquinas or Dowling College.
Prediction:
Bridgeport 68 Molloy 60
Key Players for Bridgeport in the game:
- Guard Elsebeth Birman 19 pts, 6 rebs , 4 assists and 4 steals.
- Center Kelly Keil 12 pts, 10 rebs, 3 blocks.
- Forward Julia Colley 10 pts 3 rebs, 3 steals.
Looking ahead to Wednesday night: As the third seed in the East Coast Conference, Bridgeport (15-13 overall and 13-8 in ECC play) will host the sixth seed Molloy College (8-20 overall and 8-13 in ECC play) at Hubbell Gym on Wednesday night at 6 p.m. UB took two out of the three games against the Lions this season. Senior guard Elinor Avny had her best game of the season against them on two weeks ago scoring 30 pts on 7 of 9 from 3 pt range. The winner will move on to play next Saturday in the ECC semifinal rounds against either St. Thomas Aquinas or Dowling College.
Prediction:
Bridgeport 68 Molloy 60
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Quick Update
Game results for both basketball teams:
Women's: STAC 57 Bridgeport 44 FINAL
Men's: Bridgeport 94 STAC 79 FINAL
More to come later
Women's: STAC 57 Bridgeport 44 FINAL
Men's: Bridgeport 94 STAC 79 FINAL
More to come later
Monday, February 21, 2011
UB Basketball Previews at STAC
Here is a list of the UB Athletic Events this week
On Wednesday the UB basketball teams travel to St. Thomas Aquinas College for a doubleheader.
At 5:30 p.m is the women's game with Bridgeport (15-11 overall and 13-6 in ECC Play) at STAC (19-7 overall and 15-4 in ECC play).
Key Notes for the game:
At 7:30 p.m. is the men's game with Bridgeport (16-8 overall and 16-3 in ECC play) at STAC (5-19 overall and 5-14 in ECC play)
Key notes for the game:
More to Come Later.
On Wednesday the UB basketball teams travel to St. Thomas Aquinas College for a doubleheader.
At 5:30 p.m is the women's game with Bridgeport (15-11 overall and 13-6 in ECC Play) at STAC (19-7 overall and 15-4 in ECC play).
Key Notes for the game:
- Bridgeport have spilt both games this season to the Spartans. On Jan. 8 lost 62-48 and won on Jan. 29 at home 72-59.
- The Lady Spartans are led by Briana Sloper averaging 18.2 pts per game and 7.4 rebounds per game while the Purple Knights are led by Senior Kelly Keil, who is averaging 15 pts, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks per game.
- UB is currently leading the ECC in 3 pt field goal pct defense by only allowing opponents to shoot .285 % and also led the conference in assists per game with 14.4 per game.
At 7:30 p.m. is the men's game with Bridgeport (16-8 overall and 16-3 in ECC play) at STAC (5-19 overall and 5-14 in ECC play)
Key notes for the game:
- Bridgeport has won six games in a row and recently blew out Queens College by 31 this past saturday on Senior Day and are tied with C.W. Post for the best conference record in the ECC.
- STAC has lost seven of their last eight games overall and most recently lost to C.W. Post at home 82-61.
- The Purple Knights have taken both meetings his season winning by 10 in the first and 27 in the second meeting.
- UB is led by senior Jermaine Washington, who is averaging 14 pts per game and 4 assists and Josh Martin and his 12.8 ppg. The Spartans are led by Jamie Blanchard averaging 10.1 ppg and Ian Stark with 9.4 ppg.
More to Come Later.
UB Men's Basketball awards
Here is the 2010-2011 awards for the UB Men's Basketball.
Most Valuable Player: Jermaine Washington (Senior) averaging a team high 14 pts per game, 3 rebounds per game and 3 assists a game and 1.3 steals per game.
Comments: After spending the 2009-2010 as the a top reserve/spot starter, Washington as emeraged as a leader for the Purple Knights. Coach Mike Ruane expected him to step up his game this season after guard Steve Martin graduated. Washington's overall ability to run the point guard position has helped the team to where it is today and gearing up for the ECC playoff tournament in March.
Most Improved Player: Msoo Ikaaytor (Senior) averaging 10 pts per game 5 rebounds per game and nearly 1 block per game.
Comments: This season as the starting center for the Purple Knights, Ikaaytor, has emerged as a good inside presence for UB after spending last season in a reserve role backing up former center Demetrius Phillips. His ability to dive for loose balls and show hustle on the court has made him become an effective player.
Newcomer of the Year: Josh Martin (Junior) averaging 12.5 pts per game, 3 assists and 1.4 steals per game.
Comments: Before the season started alot of players told me to don't overlook Martin and his ability as a transfer player. Well he has lived up to those expectations by being the third highest scoring player on the team and being a threat from the behind the arc.
Most Valuable Player: Jermaine Washington (Senior) averaging a team high 14 pts per game, 3 rebounds per game and 3 assists a game and 1.3 steals per game.
Comments: After spending the 2009-2010 as the a top reserve/spot starter, Washington as emeraged as a leader for the Purple Knights. Coach Mike Ruane expected him to step up his game this season after guard Steve Martin graduated. Washington's overall ability to run the point guard position has helped the team to where it is today and gearing up for the ECC playoff tournament in March.
Most Improved Player: Msoo Ikaaytor (Senior) averaging 10 pts per game 5 rebounds per game and nearly 1 block per game.
Comments: This season as the starting center for the Purple Knights, Ikaaytor, has emerged as a good inside presence for UB after spending last season in a reserve role backing up former center Demetrius Phillips. His ability to dive for loose balls and show hustle on the court has made him become an effective player.
Newcomer of the Year: Josh Martin (Junior) averaging 12.5 pts per game, 3 assists and 1.4 steals per game.
Comments: Before the season started alot of players told me to don't overlook Martin and his ability as a transfer player. Well he has lived up to those expectations by being the third highest scoring player on the team and being a threat from the behind the arc.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
UB Women's Basketball Awards with two games remaining
Here are my Women's and Men's Basketball Player Awards with two games remaining this season.
Women's basketball team:
Most Vaulable Player: Kelly Keil (Senior) averaging 15 points per game, 8 rebounds per game and 2 blocks per game.
Comments: Her entire game has blossomed under First Year Head Coach Stephanie Del Preore. Keil has earned more playing time after being a backup forward/center last season. She has even said her confidence this season is higher than at any point last season. Keil has been named East Coast Conference player of the week three times this season and is a strong candidate for ECC Player of the Year award.
Most Improved Player: Elsebeth Birman (Sophomore) averaging 8 pts and nearly 5 assists per game this season.
Comments: Last season, Birman's role was to serve as the backup point guard to former UB standout guard Sidney Parsons. Birman struggled last year with consistency but Del Preore said that last summer Birman put in alot of hard work and it paid off as she has won the starting point guard role and leads the team in assists and is second on the team in steals.
Newcomer of the Year: Edna Marant (Junior) is averaging 8 pts per game and nearly 4 rebounds per game.
Comments: Marant started this season as the starting shooting guard for the Purple Knights but struggled early and was moved to the bench in December in order to loosen up her game. That transition help her as she has some of her best games of the season coming off the bench. Coach Del Preore said the move has seen Marant's jump shot improve as well as her overall confidence on the court.
More to come later.
Women's basketball team:
Most Vaulable Player: Kelly Keil (Senior) averaging 15 points per game, 8 rebounds per game and 2 blocks per game.
Comments: Her entire game has blossomed under First Year Head Coach Stephanie Del Preore. Keil has earned more playing time after being a backup forward/center last season. She has even said her confidence this season is higher than at any point last season. Keil has been named East Coast Conference player of the week three times this season and is a strong candidate for ECC Player of the Year award.
Most Improved Player: Elsebeth Birman (Sophomore) averaging 8 pts and nearly 5 assists per game this season.
Comments: Last season, Birman's role was to serve as the backup point guard to former UB standout guard Sidney Parsons. Birman struggled last year with consistency but Del Preore said that last summer Birman put in alot of hard work and it paid off as she has won the starting point guard role and leads the team in assists and is second on the team in steals.
Newcomer of the Year: Edna Marant (Junior) is averaging 8 pts per game and nearly 4 rebounds per game.
Comments: Marant started this season as the starting shooting guard for the Purple Knights but struggled early and was moved to the bench in December in order to loosen up her game. That transition help her as she has some of her best games of the season coming off the bench. Coach Del Preore said the move has seen Marant's jump shot improve as well as her overall confidence on the court.
More to come later.
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