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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203 
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03-31-23 03:56 PM - Post#355427
I guess we already anticipated this, but per the D1 Docket, Bucknell will host NJIT, date TBA. The Highlanders, whom we beat 79-63 in Newark this last season, are looking for a new coach after the resignation of Brian Kennedy. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147 
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03-31-23 04:22 PM - Post#355431
I guess we already anticipated this, but per the D1 Docket, Bucknell will host NJIT, date TBA. The Highlanders, whom we beat 79-63 in Newark this last season, are looking for a new coach after the resignation of Brian Kennedy. Brian Kennedy resigned from NJIT the same way that Nathan Davis did from Bucknell. His record this year, which was his 7th year at the helm, was 7-23. Over his last four years combined, NJIT has gone 34-74. They had extremely weak schedules the last two years - which makes things even worse.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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03-31-23 05:46 PM - Post#355435
Without doing any research, I think these are the return games on the schedule for 2023-24: Niagara (A) St. Peter's (H) Marist (A) NJIT (H) Merrimack (A) La Salle ? (Have played six straight years, don't know the terms of the most recent contract) I assume there will be a couple buy games with majors and they have to find at least two teams to start series in Sojka. I would also like to see a new series with Mt. St. Mary's, who is the second closest D1 program to Sojka. Perhaps the fact that Brianna Griffin (formerly Gauthier) played varsity basketball and lacrosse at MSM and also coached hoops there might lend a little impetus to starting a series. MSM having moved up to the higher profile MAAC might make them more attractive as an opponent as well. Also the fact that they have a good fan base can't hurt. DoCtoR62, any thoughts on the feasibility of a BU-MSM series now that ND and Jamion Christian have both departed?
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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03-31-23 07:03 PM - Post#355438
Brian Kennedy resigned from NJIT the same way that Nathan Davis did from Bucknell. The causes were clearly the same, but Kennedy and/or NJIT arranged to portray it as Kennedy's action.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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03-31-23 07:18 PM - Post#355440
Brian Kennedy resigned from NJIT the same way that Nathan Davis did from Bucknell. The causes were clearly the same, but Kennedy and/or NJIT arranged to portray it as Kennedy's action.True, but a number of news sources used the word “fired” when reporting on Kennedy’s departure. As for ND, Bucknell didn’t use the word “fired” either: “ Bucknell director of athletics & recreation Jermaine Truax announced on Thursday that Nathan Davis will be pursuing other opportunities after eight seasons as head coach of the men's basketball program.” It all depends on what euphemism you prefer.
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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03-31-23 08:54 PM - Post#355450
As for ND, Bucknell didn’t use the word “fired” either I didn't suggest or imply they did. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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04-26-23 01:06 PM - Post#355901
Bison will participate in a 4-team official multi-team event sponsored by Duke. The four participating teams - Duke, Bucknell, La Salle, and Southern Indiana - will each play three games on campus sites. Duke, no surprise, will host three games and La Salle will host two. No word on who hosts the Bucknell-Southern Indiana game, but hopefully that one is in Sojka. From a Bison Road Warrior perspective, it shouldn't be too hard to get tickets to see the Bison in Cameron.
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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04-26-23 10:33 PM - Post#355915
Bison will participate in a 4-team official multi-team event sponsored by Duke. The four participating teams - Duke, Bucknell, La Salle, and Southern Indiana - will each play three games on campus sites. Duke, no surprise, will host three games and La Salle will host two. No word on who hosts the Bucknell-Southern Indiana game, but hopefully that one is in Sojka. Last time, the ticket-buying situation benefitted from the game being over Duke's winter break, and the student sections were up for sale. We'll see when this game is. From a Bison Road Warrior perspective, it shouldn't be too hard to get tickets to see the Bison in Cameron. Griff's already making good on his commitment to give the players memorable experiences and play at memorable venues. |
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res Masters Student Posts 839 |
04-27-23 11:52 AM - Post#355925
Gola is a memorable venue. Unfortunately. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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04-27-23 01:41 PM - Post#355929
Gola is a memorable venue. Unfortunately. Yes, memorable is the right word. It’s akin to a mediocre high school gym, only bigger. Gola Arena unbelievably is only 25 years old. Most fans of visiting teams think it was built 50+ years ago based on what it looks like. Tom Gola, who was a really good player, deserved better.
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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04-27-23 02:28 PM - Post#355930
Gola is a memorable venue. Unfortunately. When I go there, I'm always hoping nothing memorable happens between the car and the gym. |
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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04-27-23 02:29 PM - Post#355931
Yes, memorable is the right word. It’s akin to a mediocre high school gym, only bigger. Gola Arena unbelievably is only 25 years old. Most fans of visiting teams think it was built 50+ years ago based on what it looks like. Tom Gola, who was a really good player, deserved better. Wow, I'd have never guessed the building is that relatively new. I've errantly referred to it in game-hyping conversations as "historic Tom Gola Arena." |
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JimK_LU72 Freshman Posts 41 |
04-27-23 07:38 PM - Post#355933
Went to Gola for a game about 10 years ago. Above descriptions are very on point. Important to know how to get in and out of that part of town safely, particularly at night. It ain't Lewisburg. |
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res Masters Student Posts 839 |
04-28-23 09:14 AM - Post#355938
I really miss that wall-mounted water fountain that used to be at one end. |
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HoleinOne Masters Student Posts 596 |
04-28-23 10:38 AM - Post#355947
Growing up outside Phila, I know this area. Gives me hope for the future of Bison basketball. If LaSalle can attract solid players, certainly we can. |
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KenZ Postdoc Posts 2777 
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04-28-23 11:01 AM - Post#355948
Gola is to be renovated, LaSalle will play their home games in the Palestra next year. Another historic venue for the players to experience. https://goexplorers.com/sports/2023/4/11/pale stra-... |
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Doktore K Masters Student Posts 473 |
04-29-23 08:11 AM - Post#356005
And you also hope that your car is still there with all 4 tires on. I’ve been to LaSalle many times over the years. No incidents but lots of worries. |
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Bison89 Professor Posts 5370 
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05-02-23 08:08 PM - Post#356109
I've never had a problem at Gola. Just park in the lot next to the stadium. No issues at all. I've been there several times. Would I walk a block off of campus . . . . no.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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05-09-23 11:15 AM - Post#356207
Bison will participate in a 4-team official multi-team event sponsored by Duke. The four participating teams - Duke, Bucknell, La Salle, and Southern Indiana - will each play three games on campus sites. Duke, no surprise, will host three games and La Salle will host two. No word on who hosts the Bucknell-Southern Indiana game, but hopefully that one is in Sojka. From a Bison Road Warrior perspective, it shouldn't be too hard to get tickets to see the Bison in Cameron. The schedule has been released for this MTE. Bucknell will indeed be hosting Southern Indiana, on November 20. They will also play at LaSalle on November 14 and then at Duke on Friday, November 17 https://bucknellbison.com/news/2023/5/9/mens-ba ske...
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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05-09-23 02:09 PM - Post#356210
Contrary to earlier discussion, Bucknell’s Duke-event article has us playing La Salle at historic Tom Gola Arena rather than the Palestra. |
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atlantabison PhD Student Posts 1835 |
05-12-23 11:48 AM - Post#356274
Prehistoric?
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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05-12-23 12:27 PM - Post#356275
Maybe post-historic. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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05-30-23 11:22 AM - Post#356490
Bison game at Niagara has been scheduled for Saturday, November 11. Will be the Niagara home opener.
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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06-06-23 10:29 PM - Post#356694
Bucknell at Penn State Saturday December 2, per John Griffin on Twitter. He says the game should be called the "Flannery Bowl," given it will match two former Flannery players turned D1 head coaches: https://twitter.com/JohnGriffinIII/status /16647154... I wonder if Coach Rhoades will hook up the Bison with a game in Lewisburg. |
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MrPhillie Postdoc Posts 2757 
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06-07-23 12:13 PM - Post#356698
This is great! This should be an annual matchup. Although Bucknell will get hammered, I like it. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-21-23 12:59 PM - Post#356896
This one should make res happy. The Bison will travel to the Olean metropolitan area on November 22nd to face St. Bonaventure. Hopefully there will be a return game in Sojka next year.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-21-23 01:30 PM - Post#356897
Here is what the schedule looks like thus far: Nov 11th - Niagara (A) Nov 14th - La Salle (A) Nov 20th - Duke (A) Nov 20th - Southern Indiana (H) Nov 22nd - St. Bonaventure (A) Dec 2nd - Penn State (A) TBD NJIT (A) TBD St. Peter's (H) TBD Marist (A) TBD Merrimack (A) Still need a few more home games. One possibility is Richmond, who the Bison played visited in each of the past two seasons. Eavh series with Richmond in the past has included a game in Sojka. Also I wouldn't be surprised to see the series with St. Francis continue, but if it did it would likely be in Loretto. One other note. As mentioned by BRW, the La Salle game shows up as being played at the infamous Tom Gola Arena. But looking at the La Salle message board, some of the info coming from the university suggests that the "renovation" will begin by fall and they will end up playing in the Palestra and/or at Temple. The conceptual plan that was posted a year ago makes it look more like a new arena than a basic renovation. Raising the money may still be an issue.
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res Masters Student Posts 839 |
06-21-23 03:42 PM - Post#356902
This one should make res happy. The Bison will travel to the Olean metropolitan area on November 22nd to face St. Bonaventure. Hopefully there will be a return game in Sojka next year. The day before Thanksgiving. Plenty of good seats will be avalable. Just make sure you get back to Lewisburg before Saturday. Driving through Potter and Tioga counties during deer season is always an adventure. |
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MrPhillie Postdoc Posts 2757
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06-21-23 04:17 PM - Post#356904
Yes, I’d say more home games are in order. Can’t imagine that isn’t a priority with a focus on getting this program back to where it was as far as fan interest. Hard to build up a fan base with palmist all Away games. |
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res Masters Student Posts 839 |
06-21-23 07:56 PM - Post#356907
Hopefully there will be a return game in Sojka next year. SBUnfurled tweeted that this game is a buy game for Bona. He's almost always correct in these matters, so a return game is probably unlikely. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-21-23 09:05 PM - Post#356908
Still need a few more home games. One possibility is Richmond, who the Bison played visited in each of the past two seasons. Each series with Richmond in the past has included a game in Sojka. This tweet from Rothstein was posted two years ago by BRW: https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1 405266423... "Source: Richmond and Bucknell will start a three-year series on 12/22/21 at Richmond. 22-23: Bucknell at Richmond 23-24: Richmond at Bucknell" Hopefully the 2023-24 info is still accurate.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-21-23 09:46 PM - Post#356909
With the addition of the Richmond game above, that makes three home OOC games. In recent years, the norm has been four D1 games, and I expect that to be the number when the schedule is released. This is what the OOC schedules have looked like in the scholarship era, with the year shown being for the latter part of the season (i.e. 2022 means the 2021-22 season). 2023 . Lebanon Valley (D3) 2023 . Niagara 2023 . Marist 2023 . St. Francis 2023 . Merrimack 2022 . Penn 2022 . Rider 2022 . Siena 2022 . La Salle 2021 . Vermont 2021 . Hofstra 2021 . Princeton 2021 . Albany 2019 . Fairfield 2019 . Canisius 2019 . Northeastern 2019 . Monmouth 2018 . Siena 2018 . Ball State 2018 . Vermont 2018 . La Salle 2017 . Manhattan 2017 . Robert Morris 2017 . Richmond 2017 . Mt. St. Mary's 2017 . Princeton 2016 . Shenandoah (D3) 2016 . Wake Forest 2016 . Siena 2016 . Columbia 2016 . Fairfield 2015 . Marist 2015 . Mt. St. Mary's 2015 . Penn State 2015 . Albany 2015 . Case Western Reserve (D3) 2014 . St. Francis 2014 . Princeton 2014 . Columbia 2014 . Fairfield 2013 . George Mason # 2013 . Dartmouth # 2013 . Kent State # 2013 . La Salle # 2013 . Marist # 2012 . St. Francis # 2012 . Princeton # 2012 . West Alabama # (D2 - tournament) 2012 . Morehead St. # 2012 . Richmond # 2012 . Loyola (MD) # 2012 . Cornell # 2011 . Binghamton # 2011 . Wagner # 2011 . Columbia # 2011 . Boston U # 2011 . Dartmouth # 2010 . St. Francis # 2010 . Cornell # 2010 . Loyola (MD) # 2010 . Marist # 2010 . Richmond # 2009 . Boston U # 2009 . Old Dominion # 2009 . Wagner # 2009 . Binghamton # 2009 . Drexel # 2009 . St. Bonaventure # 2008 . Albany # 2008 . Marist # 2008 . St. Francis # 2008 . La Salle # 2008 . Cornell # 2008 . Ohio U # 2007 . Wake Forest # 2007 . Northern Iowa # 2007 . Towson # 2006 . Yale # 2006 . Villanova # 2006 . Cornell # 2006 . Haverford # (D3) 2006 . St. Joseph's # 2005 . Rider # 2005 . St. Francis # 2005 . Robert Morris # 2005 . Niagara # # = Patriot League only had eight teams prior to the 2013-14 season, and thus had room for more OOC games after NCAA raised limit on number of total games allowed.
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scorekeeper Freshman Posts 59 |
06-24-23 02:36 PM - Post#356947
Delaware at Bucknell Mon Nov. 6th per BU athletic schedule. Sorry about the above post. Please bump |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-26-23 02:25 PM - Post#356964
Here is what the schedule looks like thus far: Nov 6th - Delaware (H) Nov 11th - Niagara (A) Nov 14th - La Salle (A) Nov 20th - Duke (A) Nov 20th - Southern Indiana (H) Nov 22nd - St. Bonaventure (A) Dec 2nd - Penn State (A) TBD NJIT (H) TBD St. Peter's (H) TBD Marist (A) TBD Merrimack (A) TBD Richmond (H) Note: Edited the NJIT game as a home game.
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MrPhillie Postdoc Posts 2757
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06-26-23 03:08 PM - Post#356966
No too bad. At PSU is super close so really we will have no problem attending at least six OOC games. A weeknight away game is just so difficult for us. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-26-23 09:17 PM - Post#356967
The Bison will host St. Peter's on Thursday November 30th.
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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06-27-23 03:16 PM - Post#356973
The Bison will host St. Peter's on Thursday November 30th. Source? |
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BisonRoadWarrior Professor Posts 5203
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06-27-23 03:24 PM - Post#356974
Delaware at Bucknell Mon Nov. 6th per BU athletic schedule. Were you referring to this schedule? I don't see it there. (Maybe it was deleted after being inadvertently posted?) https://bucknellbison.com/calendar |
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scorekeeper Freshman Posts 59 |
06-27-23 03:31 PM - Post#356975
The Delaware game was announced on Saturday at the Lewisburg Parade. It was listed on the paper that the teams passed out to the parade folks. |
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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06-27-23 03:33 PM - Post#356976
The Bison will host St. Peter's on Thursday November 30th. Source? https://twitter.com/RoccoMiller8/status/1 673481024... I've found Miller to be reliable when he reports scheduled games.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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07-10-23 06:05 PM - Post#357193
Rothstein reports the Bison will begin a home-and-home series with Radford on Saturday December 16th. With that news, I am guessing that the home return game with Richmond is not happening, at least not this year. I hope it will happen next year. As noted above, Rothstein reported in June 2021 that Bucknell and Richmond had agreed to a three-game series, with the third game in Lewisburg.
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Bison137 Professor Posts 16147
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07-10-23 06:12 PM - Post#357194
Here is what the schedule looks like thus far: Nov 6th - Delaware (H) Nov 11th - Niagara (A) Nov 14th - La Salle (A) Nov 17th - Duke (A) Nov 20th - Southern Indiana (H) Nov 22nd - St. Bonaventure (A) Nov 30th - St. Peter's (H) Dec 2nd - Penn State (A) Dec 16th - Radford (H) TBD NJIT (H) TBD Marist (A) TBD Merrimack (A) TBD Richmond (H) may not be happening this year.
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