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"Duquesne Dukes Return to NCAA Tournament After 47-Year Drought"
sports1 year ago

"Duquesne Dukes Return to NCAA Tournament After 47-Year Drought"

After a 47-year wait, Duquesne secured its eighth consecutive victory by defeating VCU 57-51 to earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1977. Despite VCU's comeback from an 18-point deficit, Duquesne held on to the lead and sealed the win with crucial free throws in the final minute. The late political consultant Mossie Murphy, a prominent Duquesne basketball supporter, would have been proud of the team's achievement.

via TribLIVE|
#basketball#duquesne#ncaa-tournament
"Dayton's No. 25 Flyers Soar to Victory Over VCU in Overtime"
sports1 year ago

"Dayton's No. 25 Flyers Soar to Victory Over VCU in Overtime"

The No. 25 Dayton Flyers secured a historic 91-86 victory against Virginia Commonwealth, marking their 13th consecutive Senior Night win and a perfect 15-0 home record for the season. Coach Anthony Grant praised the team's resilience and character, hailing them as a special group. The Flyers overcame a 17-point deficit with standout performances from Nate Santos, Kobe Elvis, and DaRon Holmes II. The game featured lead changes and an overtime battle, ultimately culminating in a hard-fought triumph for Dayton.

via Dayton Daily News|
#anthony-grant#dayton-flyers#ncaa-basketball
"Dayton Flyers Slip in Rankings After Loss to VCU, VCU's Defensive Identity Shines"
sports-college-basketball1 year ago

"Dayton Flyers Slip in Rankings After Loss to VCU, VCU's Defensive Identity Shines"

Dayton's loss to VCU has caused them to drop to No. 13 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 college basketball rankings, and they are now one game back of Richmond in the A-10 standings. Despite this setback, they are still favored in their remaining A-10 games and are projected to win the outright league championship by KenPom.com.

via CBS Sports|
#a-10#dayton#ncaa-tournament
sports2 years ago

Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert orchestrate thrilling comeback victory for Cyclones against VCU

Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert led a 15-point comeback for the Iowa State Cyclones in their 68-64 win over VCU at the ESPN Events Invitational. Lipsey scored a career-high 22 points, while Gilbert contributed a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a slow start and a 15-point deficit, Iowa State rallied in the second half, with Lipsey and Gilbert making crucial plays down the stretch. The Cyclones will face the winner of Boise State and Virginia Tech in the next round of the tournament.

via Cyclone Fanatic|
#iowa-state-cyclones#keshon-gilbert#ncaa-tournament
Iowa State's Lipsey and Gilbert orchestrate thrilling comeback victory over VCU
sports2 years ago

Iowa State's Lipsey and Gilbert orchestrate thrilling comeback victory over VCU

Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert led the team to a 68-64 victory over VCU in the ESPN Events Invitational. The guards scored 22 points each, utilizing aggressive drives to the basket against VCU's defenders. Robert Jones' screens also played a crucial role in creating opportunities for the Cyclone guards. Despite trailing for most of the game, Iowa State shot 61% from the field in the second half and secured the win. They will face either Boise State or Virginia Tech in their next game.

via Des Moines Register|
#iowa-state#keshon-gilbert#mens-basketball
Penn State's Rhoades Confirms Coaching Staff and Triggers Mixed Reactions from VCU Fans.
sports2 years ago

Penn State's Rhoades Confirms Coaching Staff and Triggers Mixed Reactions from VCU Fans.

New Penn State basketball head coach Mike Rhoades has confirmed that four members of his VCU coaching staff will be joining him in Happy Valley, along with the hire of Penn State legend Joe Crispin. The coaching staff has a strong mix of recruiting prowess, regional ties, and offensive philosophy, as well as a connection to Philadelphia through Martelli's family.

via Black Shoe Diaries|
#coaching-staff#joe-crispin#mike-rhoades
Mike Rhoades leaves VCU for Penn State coaching job
sports2 years ago

Mike Rhoades leaves VCU for Penn State coaching job

Penn State has hired Mike Rhoades as its new head basketball coach, agreeing to a seven-year deal with an average salary of $3.7 million. Rhoades, a Pennsylvania native, previously coached VCU for six years, leading the team to three of the last four NCAA tournaments. He replaces Micah Shrewsberry, who left for Notre Dame. Rhoades' VCU teams were known for their aggressive defense, which will be a stark contrast to the way PSU played under Shrewsberry. VCU is expected to replace Rhoades with Ryan Odom from Utah State.

via Yahoo Sports|
#coaching#mike-rhoades#ncaa
Mike Rhoades Leaves VCU for Penn State, Ryan Odom Expected to Replace Him
sports2 years ago

Mike Rhoades Leaves VCU for Penn State, Ryan Odom Expected to Replace Him

Penn State has hired Mike Rhoades as the new head coach for the men's basketball team. Rhoades, a Pennsylvania native, has a 373-189 record in 19 seasons as a collegiate head coach, with seven NCAA Tournament appearances and nine national postseason appearances. He was previously the head coach at VCU, where he led the Rams to three NCAA Tournament appearances and a 129-60 overall record. Rhoades becomes the 15th men's basketball head coach in Penn State history.

via Penn State Athletics|
#head-coach#mike-rhoades#ncaa-tournament
Ryan Odom set to replace Mike Rhoades as VCU head basketball coach.
sports2 years ago

Ryan Odom set to replace Mike Rhoades as VCU head basketball coach.

VCU is expected to hire Utah State coach Ryan Odom as their new head coach after Mike Rhoades left for Penn State. Odom, who made history with UMBC in 2018 by leading the first 16-over-1 upset in NCAA Tournament history against Virginia, spent the past two seasons at Utah State, going 44-25. The 48-year-old has ties to the greater-Virginia region, having played at Hampden-Sydney and worked as an assistant at American University and Virginia Tech. VCU athletic director Ed McLaughlin has a longstanding relationship with Odom and made overtures earlier this week.

via CBS Sports|
#mike-rhoades#ncaa-tournament#ryan-odom
"Mike Rhoades Takes Over as Penn State's New Head Basketball Coach"
sports2 years ago

"Mike Rhoades Takes Over as Penn State's New Head Basketball Coach"

Mike Rhoades has agreed to become the next basketball coach at Penn State, replacing former coach Micah Shrewsberry. Rhoades agreed to a seven-year, nearly $25 million contract to lead Penn State's program. He previously coached at VCU, where he took the Rams to three out of the last four NCAA Tournaments. Rhoades' departure marks the fifth consecutive VCU coach to leave for a power conference gig after leading the Rams to at least one NCAA Tournament.

via CBS Sports|
#coaching#mike-rhoades#ncaa-tournament
Mike Rhoades to lead Penn State basketball program.
sports2 years ago

Mike Rhoades to lead Penn State basketball program.

VCU men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades is leaving to become the head coach at Penn State, reportedly for a contract worth over $3 million. Rhoades delivered three NCAA tournaments in six years at VCU, but will now have an opportunity to work in the Big Ten and be closer to his Central Pennsylvania roots. While VCU supporters had hoped for a long-term commitment from Rhoades, the program has a reputation as a mid-major stepping stone for successful coaches.

via Richmond Times-Dispatch|
#basketball#mike-rhoades#ncaa
Mike Rhoades to be named Penn State's new basketball coach.
sports2 years ago

Mike Rhoades to be named Penn State's new basketball coach.

Penn State is expected to hire VCU's Mike Rhoades as its new men's basketball coach pending Board of Trustees approval of the contract. Rhoades, a Pennsylvania native, has a successful resume at VCU, including three NCAA Tournament appearances and a 129-60 record in six seasons. He inherits a Penn State roster that needs to be rebuilt for the 2023-24 season and beyond. Rhoades is the first significant hire for first-year athletic director Pat Kraft.

via 247Sports|
#basketball#mike-rhoades#ncaa-tournament