The Colonial Athletic Association held its annual Media Day on Tuesday, and it was sure to be an interesting day as the conference is in some transition. Here’s a look at a few notes from the day’s conversations.
Tag: Georgia State
Ron Hunter a wonderful addition to the CAA coaching ranks
Ron Hunter is a terrific addition to the Colonial Athletic Association coaching ranks. That could have been said before the season given his track record and the impression he made on Media Day in October, but after the CAA Tournament it bears repeating because it was so obvious.
2012 CAA Tournament – First Round Notes
Notes on the first round of the CAA Tournament, where the seeds held to form, the first 20-20 game in tournament history occurred and a team that went bowling to help get ready for the opening game of the day came out on top.
Ron Hunter is already changing the culture at Georgia State
Ron Hunter knew he had a culture to change at Georgia State, and he knew he was in a different place. Now he has a different issue on his hands with his team, which stands 5-2 in CAA play after a loss at Northeastern on Wednesday night.
Georgia State Panthers 2011-12 Preview
New Georgia State coach Ron Hunter wants to rev up the Panthers’ tempo in 2011-12, but the wins might not keep pace right away.
Rod Barnes Never Had a Chance at Georgia State
Less than a week before this weekend’s CAA Tournament, Georgia State fired head coach Rod Barnes, effective immediately. It was bad news, and what it basically tells us is that he never had a chance at the school.
CAA Tournament Quick Hitters – Quarterfinals
Some quick hitters from Saturday’s quarterfinals, including slow starts by the top seeds, Panthers turning the ball over again, balanced Monarchs and the young guards of William & Mary.
CAA Tournament Quick Hitters – First Round
A few more quick hitters from the first round of the CAA Tournament, including a Panther big man who showed some promise, complementary Blue Hens and an unsung hero in William & Mary’s win.
Colonial Notebook – February 1, 2011
The CAA’s annual four-in-eight stretch has concluded, and most teams posted a record during that stretch that mirrors where they are in the standings. We also look at one team gaining confidence, another battling turnovers, and one team trying to find the right combination.
Colonial Athletic Association 2010-11 Preview
Fresh off a successful postseason, the CAA hopes for even more success this time around. There is the personnel to do it, though not much may change as far as contenders go, and the middle of the pack should be fiercely competitive.
