"In the first half we were able to get in the passing lanes and disrupt their offense. In the second half we gave up dribble penetration which resulted in some lay-ups or fouls."
"Other players stepped up as Sabra [Wrice] had a tough shooting night. That's the beauty of our team, we have some depth and can add to our production."
"Our rebounding and free throw shooting were key. Although Sabra did not have a good floor game she was 7 for 7 from the line as well as Megan [Caskin] hitting key free throws. St. Peter's is always a tough place to play so it was a key win."
"The Marist game will be a challenge as it's their senior nigh,t but the team is upbeat and ready to be the spoilers. To finish in the top four was a preseason goal and the kids are excited for the tournament."
-Chris Simmons
Sunday, February 25, 2007
A Preview of the Fairfield at Marist Game
The Stags come out for their final game of the season against Marist College. Fairfield is currently tied for third place with Loyola College. With a win, the Stags can hope for a third-place finish, but a loss will drop them only one spot to fourth.
During their last match-up with the Red Foxes, the Stags found themselves struggling early and fell, 74-52. However, the Stags have shown a dramatic increase in their defensive and offensive efforts. With stronger shooting and a great team off the bench, the Stags will definitely be the team to beat.
Fairfield comes off a strong win against St. Peter’s College, 57-54. Look for the Stags to continue this winning mentality and translate it into a strong performance on the court.
-Mary Therese
During their last match-up with the Red Foxes, the Stags found themselves struggling early and fell, 74-52. However, the Stags have shown a dramatic increase in their defensive and offensive efforts. With stronger shooting and a great team off the bench, the Stags will definitely be the team to beat.
Fairfield comes off a strong win against St. Peter’s College, 57-54. Look for the Stags to continue this winning mentality and translate it into a strong performance on the court.
-Mary Therese
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Practice Update
The women took the court again today for another rousing practice.
Stephanie Cziria was the only player held out of practice. She came down with the flu. However, she is feeling better and should be fine for Friday's game against Saint Peter's.
Head Coach Dianne Nolan said that the Stags were going to focus on containing the Peahens' guards. While they may be small, they shoot well in their gym and are effective from beyond the arc. Nolan wants the Stags to stop their dribble penetration. She also had the team work on skip passes, where the ball is swung to the other side of the court with one pass.
Nolan is also focusing on the Stags' rebounding and transition game. When they push the ball and run up-tempo, she feels that it gives the team an extra spark.
With the MAAC tournament approaching, Nolan hasn't given the Stags' opponent much thought yet. While the Stags are guaranteed at least a fourth place finish and possibly a third, five through eight are still too close to call. However, Nolan is definitely pleased that Fairfield was able to come in the top four and pick up a bye.
-Chris Simmons
Stephanie Cziria was the only player held out of practice. She came down with the flu. However, she is feeling better and should be fine for Friday's game against Saint Peter's.
Head Coach Dianne Nolan said that the Stags were going to focus on containing the Peahens' guards. While they may be small, they shoot well in their gym and are effective from beyond the arc. Nolan wants the Stags to stop their dribble penetration. She also had the team work on skip passes, where the ball is swung to the other side of the court with one pass.
Nolan is also focusing on the Stags' rebounding and transition game. When they push the ball and run up-tempo, she feels that it gives the team an extra spark.
With the MAAC tournament approaching, Nolan hasn't given the Stags' opponent much thought yet. While the Stags are guaranteed at least a fourth place finish and possibly a third, five through eight are still too close to call. However, Nolan is definitely pleased that Fairfield was able to come in the top four and pick up a bye.
-Chris Simmons
Monday, February 19, 2007
4:01 FU 64, SC 54
- Sabra now has 30 points after hitting a three from the corner. The single game high for Fairfield is 35.
-Chris SImmons
-Chris SImmons
8:14 FU 54, SC 50
- However, Siena is still battling and working their way back into the game.
- The Stags defense has forced some fast breaks as Fairfield is beginning to pull away.
-Chris Simmons
- The Stags defense has forced some fast breaks as Fairfield is beginning to pull away.
-Chris Simmons
14:52 SC 40, FU 39
Neither team has been able to break away from the other. Wrice now has 20 points.
-Chris Simmons
-Chris Simmons
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