MBB 2016-17

[NativeCheesehead]

True. But I think the statement that I must be stressed because i disagree pretty much makes my point for me.

[atkins]

I agree with NativeCheesehead.  Although canceling a college basketball game for socio-political reasons seems unwise and unreasonable, I would prefer to focus on Valpo basketball.  The NY/NC fracas does not impact Valpo's basketball team.  Now, if Duke decides to schedule us, then it is a whole new ballgame, and the issue is ripe for discussion. Until then, however, I would like to focus on all of the challenges facing us this upcoming season. 

[justducky]

This political polarization has limited discussion to a shouting match between 15% from the far left and 15% from the far right. A blunt honest centrist can no longer hold either a Republican or Democrat office even at the county level. Excuse me but that is effectively 70% (give or take) of the population with little or no path toward governmental participation. Even most local appointed positions require a party affiliation to maintain balance. Is this what the founding fathers had in mind?

Our two party system is so broken that it is beyond repair. We need more parties and a probable transition to parliamentary government.

As for Duke we don't need both them and Kentucky on our schedule in a year without at-large hopes but the money could be helpful. Last year I would have signed up for a trip to both but I don't think either of them wanted the challenge.

[FWalum]

As for Duke we don't need both them and Kentucky on our schedule in a year without at-large hopes but the money could be helpful. Last year I would have signed up for a trip to both but I don't think either of them wanted the challenge.

Not so sure I agree with that statement.

[vu72]

As for Duke we don't need both them and Kentucky on our schedule in a year without at-large hopes but the money could be helpful. Last year I would have signed up for a trip to both but I don't think either of them wanted the challenge.

Not so sure I agree with that statement.

You beat me to it!  Other than being in the Horizon, I think this team has as much potential as last years.  Sure, we have the question mark at point which just may be done by committee, and the unknown as to how Derrik will fare, but we also have lots of very experienced senior guys.

[justducky]

As for Duke we don't need both them and Kentucky on our schedule in a year without at-large hopes but the money could be helpful. Last year I would have signed up for a trip to both but I don't think either of them wanted the challenge.

Not so sure I agree with that statement.

With Keith I still had some slim at-large bid hopes. Without him we may be doing well just to enter the postseason in the top 70. We have too many team and coaching losses to start the season as a finely tuned machine but maybe by March we can do some damage.

Hey we are back talking basketball with nary a mention of whats-his-name or whats-her-name. 

[VULB#62]

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[valpotx]

Some great experience for him.  He seems to be our first big man that is willing to bang it around inside, since KVW, but our first 6'10"+ guy to do so since Raitis?

[wh]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VL6wt7eGFeM&feature=youtu.be

[wh]

Ex-Newman basketball standout Jackie Manuel returns to scout talent

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/sports/basketball/ex-newman-basketball-standout-jackie-manuel-return/nsXhz/

[M]

Coach Manuel is a good dude, a good coach, and a good mentor for these young men.

[oklahomamick]

Valparaiso, the reigning regular-season champions and NIT runner-up, will face off with UIC in the windy city on ESPNU at 5 p.m. ET on December 30 to begin network action. The Crusaders are showcased on ESPN in seven scheduled contests including the complete series against Oakland to be covered on ESPN2 on Jan. 6 at 9 p.m. ET and Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. ET.

* Every HL game on ESPN2/ESPNU features Valpo and/or OU. 

[wh]

https://www.twitter.com/ValpoBasketball/status/782788431902416896

[M]

Tevon seems to be feeling alright    I recall seeing him jump like that his freshman year up in Milwaukee.

[a3uge]

https://www.twitter.com/ValpoBasketball/status/782788431902416896

Hope he regains his confidence this year. Playing a faster paced, run-in-transition game can only help. While I'm concerned with the point guard situation, I'm excited for a new offense (assuming Lottich isn't just Drew 4.0). This is going to be a FUN team to watch if Tevonn and Hammink are playing up-tempo with Peters shooting more transition threes.

[Pgmado]

Click a link to save a life.

http://www.nwitimes.com/blogs/sports/inside-vu-sports/lottich-set-to-begin-first-season-as-valparaiso-coach/article_c4e480dc-899b-11e6-9ab6-b328a51f0f80.html

[VULB#62]

Super interview, Paul.

It just seems Matt has his act together, will be demanding, but at the same time is just a nice human being.

[wh]

Click a link to save a life.

http://www.nwitimes.com/blogs/sports/inside-vu-sports/lottich-set-to-begin-first-season-as-valparaiso-coach/article_c4e480dc-899b-11e6-9ab6-b328a51f0f80.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC96yMn_anc

All kidding aside, excellent interview!

[valpo84]

Wow, we've already lost Matt to Vandy?  Guess he is an up and comer.  Where'd Bryce go?

[Pgmado]

Horizon League awards come out tomorrow. Here's my ballot.

http://www.nwitimes.com/blogs/sports/inside-vu-sports/slideshow-predicting-the-horizon-league-men-s-basketball-finish/collection_fcbc7561-d636-5188-bdfd-979c24403cd7.html#1

[a3uge]

Can't disagree with much, but I think Tevonn will be first or second team by year's end.

[VULB#62]

From Mike Osipoff regarding Alec's comments on Shane. Note the one about less ball handling   

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[talksalot]

March Madness just posted a video referencing rule changes and interpretation changes for MBB this season.  20 minutes.

https://www.facebook.com/NCAAMarchMadness/videos/10154636772418760/

Several of you will recognize the presenter... JDCollins did Valpo games for YEARS!  He's the guy with a broken pinky-finger so when he would point 2-shots... it always looked like 3!...

I think this video should be required watching by everyone who buys a ticket to a basketball game.

[wh]

March Madness just posted a video referencing rule changes and interpretation changes for MBB this season.  20 minutes.

https://www.facebook.com/NCAAMarchMadness/videos/10154636772418760/

Several of you will recognize the presenter... JDCollins did Valpo games for YEARS!  He's the guy with a broken pinky-finger so when he would point 2-shots... it always looked like 3!...

I think this video should be required watching by everyone who buys a ticket to a basketball game.

Extremely informative. Great post!

[vu72]

So I was just watching a preview of the Cleveland Cavaliers upcoming season.  A point of note was that LeBron has the ability to drive into the paint and dish to  wide ope Irving for a 3.  At a much different level, Alec has the same ability to draw attention to himself and dish--but to whom?  We don't have a Max Hooper.  Who is the 3 point threat this year??  Without one, Alec will be doubled all season long.