2013-2014 Season

[LaPorteAveApostle]

I also noticed a Chadwick interview on the Valpo website that I hadn't seen posted anywhere.

post #94 in this thread
http://www.valpofanzone.com/forum/index.php?topic=1461.msg36151;topicseen#msg36151

[wh]

Some big hands:

https://twitter.com/petersalec/status/386230335144333312/photo/1

[wh]

That back row is huge!

https://twitter.com/ValpoBasketball/status/386246798336999424/photo/1

[classof2014]

Seems like they got a new jersey design as well. Looks pretty good if I must say!

[bbtds]

The fact they put Yeo in a chair says a lot. The new talent leans heavily to the right (left from the players & staff view) in this picture. Of course that doesn't count the transfer from Charlotte, Nickerson.

[FWalum]

Moussa is one large man!

[valpopal]

Another preseason preview: SB Nation, Mid-Major Madness picks Valpo 4th (behind Green Bay, Wright State, and Oakland). An excerpt: "They return the sixth man of the year LaVonte Dority, they return a big man in Bobby Capobianco, and they had arguably the best recruiting classes in the league.  With the second semester addition of Keith Carter, the Crusaders are reloading not rebuilding.  With a little luck and some fantastic Freshman performances, Valparaiso could repeat as conference champions."

http://www.midmajormadness.com/2013-14-season-preview/2013/10/7/4773366/2013-2014-mid-major-conference-preview-horizon-league

[Kyle321n]

That guy's a pretty good writer, and must have some insight on VU basketball

[valpopal]

That guy's a pretty good writer, and must have some insight on VU basketball

Sorry, I missed that original posting. 

[LaPorteAveApostle]

I doubt he minds the hits

[bbtds]

http://www.midmajormadness.com/2013-14-season-preview/2013/10/7/4773366/2013-2014-mid-major-conference-preview-horizon-league

Very, very good. Somebody has done their homework. I know many of us hate to be picked 4th but I really think that is a wise pick. At the same time Valpo could be the #4 seed that nobody, including #1 seed, whomever it turns out to be, wants to play in the league tournament with the Crusaders having a great shot at the auto-bid.

[Kyle321n]

I doubt he minds the hits

I'm sure the editors don't, but I don't see a red cent from China. Granted the more hits my articles get, the more they may have me write.

http://www.midmajormadness.com/2013-14-season-preview/2013/10/7/4773366/2013-2014-mid-major-conference-preview-horizon-league

Very, very good. Somebody has done their homework. I know many of us hate to be picked 4th but I really think that is a wise pick. At the same time Valpo could be the #4 seed that nobody, including #1 seed, whomever it turns out to be, wants to play in the league tournament with the Crusaders having a great shot at the auto-bid.

Honestly I think the guy who wrote that article is an idiot. Disrespecting Valpo by picking them behind UWGB and Oakland! Ugh...

[VULB#62]

Poll at the end has Valpo taking the HL 41% to single digits.  Must have been my 15 votes.   

[a3uge]

Those new uniforms... ugh. Not as bad as the ones pre-re-brand though.



While I like the number set (the Packers have been using a notched 5 forever http://www.919marketing.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/packers-cover.jpeg) I hate how they introduced a new elongated typeface. The font should match that of their logo displayed on the court:



It also appears as though they're using black stripes on the shorts as well as a black nike logo. The numbers look like they have a brown outline. If that's the case, I think it's a horrible that they're inconsistent and the inclusion of black is stupid. Black isn't one of Valpo's colors. Stick to brown and gold. It's unique and it's used by only one other school (Wyoming). By the way, if you're asking, I think this is a monstrosity:

I'm anxious to see the whole thing. How do the NOBs look? Loved the typeface from last year, but the lack of outline was pretty stupid. Yellow on white? and White on Yellow? C'mon, nobody could read that.

[classof2014]

Personally, I like the new home unis, at least from the front they seem to pop out a bit more. My biggest question is their new road unis, will they still look like highlighters or will they be a bit easier on the eye?

[valpo64]

Again, AMEN on using BROWN and GOLD, not black and gold...I agree on the white numbers on the gold shirt.  The first time I saw them was at Butler when sat up high and we could hardly read the numbers.  If brown and gold are good enough for the women's team , why not the men......It's "Hail to the BROWN and GOLD"!

[historyman]

FYI : First "Open Practice" to which season ticket holders are invited will be Oct. 10.

Received this invitation via email:

Dear Crusader Fan,
Thank you for purchasing season tickets for the 2013-2014 Valpo Basketball season. We are excited about the upcoming season of Crusader basketball! To show our appreciation for your involvement in our program, you and your family are invited to the 3rd annual Season Ticket Holder Open Practice to meet this year's Men's Basketball team, led by Bryce Drew, and this year's Women's Basketball team, led by Tracey Dorow.

This exclusive event for season ticket holders will be held at the ARC in the Arena on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. and will include one hour of practice that concludes with a "meet-and-greet" with both teams. You will be the first group to catch a glimpse of both teams as they begin their preparations for the 2013-2014 season. A light meal will be provided. If you are able to attend, we ask that you RSVP by calling 219.464.6894 or emailing valpo.athletics@valpo.edu with the size of your party.
Details at a Glance
What: Season Ticket Holder Open Practice, dinner provided
Where: Arena in Athletics-Recreation Center
When: 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 10

We look forward to seeing you at this event and thank you again for your continued support of Valpo Basketball!

Sincerely,



Mark LaBarbera
Director of Athletics

Reminder, the season ticket holder event at the ARC is tonight starting at 6 p.m. Last year they lined up early so you may want to get there a few minutes ahead of 6 p.m.

[covufan]

Reminder, the season ticket holder event at the ARC is tonight starting at 6 p.m. Last year they lined up early so you may want to get there a few minutes ahead of 6 p.m.

How many are going to ask ML about the football program and the strategic plan goals?

[vu84v2]

Stay with the tradition of Brown and Gold.  (despite it causing graduates to have the worst possible looking graduation party cakes)

[vu72]

Here's an old clip of Moussa shooting around in the gym.  Remember, this was back at JC, probably 4 years ago.  Seems like he has a soft touch and wouldn't be surprised if we saw him take some shots out to 10 feet.  He shows that he can use either hand but that clearly he is left handed!  Finally, near the end of the clip he is shooting free throws and made something like 15 of 20 and pretty solid form.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEUQtwIwAw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DE6IHUyq0EEM&ei=20dcUuXjKqKb2wW2pYHYBw&usg=AFQjCNExkdSJCAWVteR2Y1oXQgh-N7gg0Q&sig2=CzMOjkAq0P-uiy8jSV2Z_A&bvm=bv.53899372,d.b2I

[EddieCabot]

Here's an old clip of Moussa shooting around in the gym.  Remember, this was back at JC, probably 4 years ago.  Seems like he has a soft touch and wouldn't be surprised if we saw him take some shots out to 10 feet.  He shows that he can use either hand but that clearly he is left handed!   Finally, near the end of the clip he is shooting free throws and made something like 15 of 20 and pretty solid form.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEUQtwIwAw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DE6IHUyq0EEM&ei=20dcUuXjKqKb2wW2pYHYBw&usg=AFQjCNExkdSJCAWVteR2Y1oXQgh-N7gg0Q&sig2=CzMOjkAq0P-uiy8jSV2Z_A&bvm=bv.53899372,d.b2I

Hmmm ... am I the only one who noticed the floor decal looked a little funny?   

[wh]

Here's an old clip of Moussa shooting around in the gym.  Remember, this was back at JC, probably 4 years ago.  Seems like he has a soft touch and wouldn't be surprised if we saw him take some shots out to 10 feet.  He shows that he can use either hand but that clearly he is left handed!   Finally, near the end of the clip he is shooting free throws and made something like 15 of 20 and pretty solid form.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEUQtwIwAw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DE6IHUyq0EEM&ei=20dcUuXjKqKb2wW2pYHYBw&usg=AFQjCNExkdSJCAWVteR2Y1oXQgh-N7gg0Q&sig2=CzMOjkAq0P-uiy8jSV2Z_A&bvm=bv.53899372,d.b2I

Hmmm ... am I the only one who noticed the floor decal looked a little funny?   

The video won't play on an I-phone.  What does the floor decal show?

[valpotx]

Looks fine to me.  Even Moussa Mbaye developed a decent jump shot his last year, so I am sure this Moussa from Senegal will be fine around the rim and a few feet out.

[LaPorteAveApostle]

i'm guessing eddie is implying that since the decal is backwards, the video is reversed, and so he's not lefty at all.

but i didn't watch the video, so that's just context clues...

[EddieCabot]

Looks fine to me.  Even Moussa Mbaye developed a decent jump shot his last year, so I am sure this Moussa from Senegal will be fine around the rim and a few feet out.

Even though the logo looks fine to tx, I've taken the liberty of flipping the image.  Does the flipped image (on the right) look better or worse?  Better or worse?