Gulf South Conference Preview 2008-2009

Monday, November 10th, 2008

These previews will be in descending order, using the team's 2007-08 net efficiency, which I think is the best metric of overall team quality. Christian Brothers 2007-2008 Record: 22-10 Net Efficiency: +13.5 The Bucs have some significant losses: perennial star forward Kevin Weybright, starting guard Justin Ray, and reserve guard Roberto Casiano.  Weybright is ...

2008-2009 Harding Basketball Preview

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Year 1 A.H. This year, we start with a blank slate.  It is Year 1 A.H. (After Hall) for the Harding program, as one of the school's all-time legends has graduated and moved on.  Matt Hall was a freshman at the same time I was (in 2002-03), but he redshirted that ...

GSC Preview 2007-2008: Henderson State

Tuesday, November 13th, 2007

The HSU webmaster finally found it necessary to post the roster for this year's Reddies squad, so I guess I'll also take some time and preview their season. What worked for Henderson State in 2007: Getting down and dirty on defense. Despite all the recent coaching and player turnover at Henderson State, ...

GSC Preview 2007-2008: Southern Arkansas

Wednesday, November 7th, 2007

The Muleriders finished yet another disappointing GSC season 5-9 last year, again failing to compete for a division title.  They didn't finish last, but it probably felt like it for a program that could use yet another facelift (not to mention a new mascot). What went well for Southern Arkansas: Stop ...

GSC Preview 2007-2008: Ouachita Baptist

Monday, November 5th, 2007

The Tigers were the last team into the GSC Tournament from the West last year, but they had a four-game cushion over UAM for that distinction. Let's take a look at this year's prospects for Charlie Schaef's OBU squad. What Ouachita Baptist did well: Shoot and protect the basketball. Last year's ...