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Fairfield – Iona Early Edition Game Notes ♫
Fairfield University (7-9, 3-2 MAAC) VS Iona (3-8, 1-3 MAAC)
Friday, January 17, 2020 • 7:00 PM EST
New Rochelle, NY
LAST TIME OUT
Fairfield is riding high following their longest winning streak and longest home winning streak of the season at 2 games. The win over St. Peters was a somewhat comfortable victory with the Stags winning 61-51. Taj Benning registered 15 points as Benning converted all 10 of his free throw attempts. Chris Maidoh had nine rebounds and four blocks for Fairfield. Matthew Lee had 10 points and five steals for the Peacocks (5-9, 2-3) while Doug Edert added 10 points.
COMIC OF THE DAY
SCOUTING IONA
The Gaels, the four-time defending MAAC champions, were tabbed as preseason favorites in the MAAC Preseason Poll. Tajuan Agee and E.J. Crawford were named to the Preseason All-MAAC First Team, and Asante Gist was selected to the second team. Three Gaels are averaging double figures scoring - E.J. Crawford (17.4 ppg), Tajuan Agee (14.0 ppg), and Asante Gist (10.1 ppg). Crawford is second in the MAAC in scoring.
The Gaels lead the MAAC in steals per game (8.7) with five players averaging at least one steal per game, led by Isaiah Washington (1.8).
Tajuan Agee leads the Gaels and is fourth in the MAAC in rebounding with 8.0 per game. The Gaels have been without head Coach Tim Cluess for much of the season and so far they have underachieved without his guidance.
SERIES HISTORY
In a series that begin before most Stag fans were born(1949-50 season) this will be the 113th meeting between the programs. The Gaels hold a 67-45 edge in the series. Iona has beaten Fairfield more times than any other team, and beaten up Fairfield more times than any other program. The teams split the series last season with the home team winning each contest.
TEAM DEFENSE
The Stingy Stags continued their run of great defense versus the Peacocks as the Stags moved to 51st in the Nation in scoring defense lowering the points allowed per game average to 62.9. The Stags continue to lead the MAAC in this category.
PLAYING WITH BLOCKS
Aidas Kavailaskas got yet another block versus St. Peters and extended his consecutive block streak to two seasons. At this pace Kavaliaskas will shatter the Stags all time block record of 442 blocks* at some point during the 2462 season. Kavaliaskas jumped up 16 positions on the all-time list to number 126 and is now tied with many past Stag greats including Rich Wejnert, Kyle Walsh and KJ Rose. Next up on the list Kyle Commodore, Jerome Segura, Leroy Robertson, Steve Smith, Devin Johnson and Mike Rodgers with 3 each.
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK
Chris Maidoh secured a season high 4 blocks versus St. Peters. Maidoh now as 16 for his career and is tied with Jeremy Logan, Warren Edney and Andy Buzbee for 57th place. Next up Mike Horan with 17 blocks.
THREE POINT PERFECTION
Calvin Whipple demonstrated the form we saw last year shooting and impressive 3-3 from deep versus SPC. Whipple played for extended stretch, seeing more minutes than he has played in any game since he played 24 minutes early this season versus Loyola.
FREE THROW PERFECTION
Taj Benning hit all 10 of his free throws versus SPU.
TRIVIA QUESTION
These two Stags lead the team in steals for four consecutive seasons.
Answer to follow below
SEPARATED AT BIRTH
Beirut Jimmy shares one of his favorite “separated at birth” images related to our next opponent…..
Iona has been somewhat of a rudderless ship so far this season with their head coach and captain.
HEARD BUT PROBABLY NOT TRUE
Iona Recruiting not hurt by FBI Probe
After two year's worth of drama, suspicions, investigations and unending speculation over the outcome of the FBI’s College basketball probe, Iona’s recruiting efforts remain strong. To the surprise of no one The Gaels once again find themselves projected to finish near the top of the conference standings. Iona is expected to land several significant transfers again this year along with a 7 foot high school senior Siete Pies.
Cluess has maintained all along that Iona has not committed any recruiting violations; its simply very low standards that allows them to secure players that other programs cannot. However Saint Peters head coach Shaheen Holloway disagrees with Cluess’s assessment stating that “no program has lower standards than Saint Peters.” Most MAAC coaches seem to agree with Holloway. Nonetheless Iona University officials formally announced today that they were not being investigated in the recent college admissions bribery scandal stating, “We are confident no one would pay a bride to get into Iona.” So while suspicions surrounding the program remain high, it looks as if Iona as steered clear of any NCAA sanctions for now.
TRIVIA ANSWER
AJ Wynder and Kyle Commodore.
TRACKING CAREER LEADERS
THREE POINT FIELD GOAL PERCENTAGE
Player Pct. Year
1. Shane Miller 0.430
2. Landon Taliaferro .411 (132-321)
3. Mike Evanovich 0.402
4. Michael Van Schaick 0.398
5. Craig Martin 0.390
6. Jonathan Han 0.381
7. Tyler Nelson 0.373
8. Michael Bell 0.369
9. Kevin George 0.367
10. Tyquawn Goode 0.366
*Based on a minimum of 100 made three point shots.
THREE POINT FIELD GOAL MADE CAREER
Player 3pts Years
1. Tyler Nelson 315 2015 2018
2. Derek Needham 281 2010 2013
3. Marcus Gilbert 242 2013 2016
4. Greg Francis 230 1994 1997
5. Jermaine Clark 167 1999 2001
6. Mike Evanovich 165 2006 2010
7. Michael Van Schaick 163 2004 2007
8. Kyle Commodore 162 1996 1999
9. Jonathan Han 157 2006 2009
10. Landon Taliaferro 132 18-pres
11. Herbie Allen 130 2006 2009
12-T. Michael Bell 123 2003 2006
12-T. Kevin George 123 1989 1993
*Based on data from Sportreference.com
BLOCKS
Complete Block Data for all seasons is not available. This list is based on the best available data and excludes most players prior to 1980.
Blocks
Player Blks Years
1. Deng Gai 442* 02-05
* – According to Official NCAA record book 442, according to Stags press guide 444.
2. Ryan Olander 206 08-12
3. Anthony Johnson 200 07-10
4. Harold Brantley 185 88-91
5. Didier Boucard 165 95-98
6. Rob Thomson 147 01-04
7. Jonathan Kasibabu 141 16-19
8. Coleman Johnson 128 13-16
9. Drew Henderson 124 90-93
10. Maurice Barrow 87 11-14
11. Greg Nero 80 07-11
12. DeWitt Maxwell 76 03-06
13. Marcus Gilbert 69 12-16
14. Malcolm Gilbert 69 13-15
15. Shannon Bowman 64 93-97
16. Pete DeBisschop 58* (Final 2 seasons)
* block totals not available for his first 2 seasons.
17. Peter Guarasci 55 92-94
18. Ajou Deng 54 01-03
19-T. Wassef Methnani 53 18-pres
20-T. Sam Spann 49 99-02
20-T. Sean Clark 49 92-96
22. John Tice 48 96-98
57-T. Chris Maidoh 16 19-Pres
68-T. Kevin Senghore-Peterson 11 17-Pres
126-T. Rich Wejnert 2 80-81
126-T. Aidas Kavaliauskas 2 17-pres
This list has been updated with additional Block Data from 1980-1984 changing the rankings of some players with 8 or less blocks.
1000 CAREER POINTS IN THEIR SITES
Player Pts Years
Jesus Cruz 780 17-Pres
@stagsmensbball, #MAACHoops, #heardbutprobablynottrue
♫ ♫2019-2020♫
PLEASE DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON’T HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR!
.Fairfield – Iona Early Edition Game Notes ♫
Fairfield University (7-9, 3-2 MAAC) VS Iona (3-8, 1-3 MAAC)
Friday, January 17, 2020 • 7:00 PM EST
New Rochelle, NY
LAST TIME OUT
Fairfield is riding high following their longest winning streak and longest home winning streak of the season at 2 games. The win over St. Peters was a somewhat comfortable victory with the Stags winning 61-51. Taj Benning registered 15 points as Benning converted all 10 of his free throw attempts. Chris Maidoh had nine rebounds and four blocks for Fairfield. Matthew Lee had 10 points and five steals for the Peacocks (5-9, 2-3) while Doug Edert added 10 points.
COMIC OF THE DAY
SCOUTING IONA
The Gaels, the four-time defending MAAC champions, were tabbed as preseason favorites in the MAAC Preseason Poll. Tajuan Agee and E.J. Crawford were named to the Preseason All-MAAC First Team, and Asante Gist was selected to the second team. Three Gaels are averaging double figures scoring - E.J. Crawford (17.4 ppg), Tajuan Agee (14.0 ppg), and Asante Gist (10.1 ppg). Crawford is second in the MAAC in scoring.
The Gaels lead the MAAC in steals per game (8.7) with five players averaging at least one steal per game, led by Isaiah Washington (1.8).
Tajuan Agee leads the Gaels and is fourth in the MAAC in rebounding with 8.0 per game. The Gaels have been without head Coach Tim Cluess for much of the season and so far they have underachieved without his guidance.
SERIES HISTORY
In a series that begin before most Stag fans were born(1949-50 season) this will be the 113th meeting between the programs. The Gaels hold a 67-45 edge in the series. Iona has beaten Fairfield more times than any other team, and beaten up Fairfield more times than any other program. The teams split the series last season with the home team winning each contest.
TEAM DEFENSE
The Stingy Stags continued their run of great defense versus the Peacocks as the Stags moved to 51st in the Nation in scoring defense lowering the points allowed per game average to 62.9. The Stags continue to lead the MAAC in this category.
PLAYING WITH BLOCKS
Aidas Kavailaskas got yet another block versus St. Peters and extended his consecutive block streak to two seasons. At this pace Kavaliaskas will shatter the Stags all time block record of 442 blocks* at some point during the 2462 season. Kavaliaskas jumped up 16 positions on the all-time list to number 126 and is now tied with many past Stag greats including Rich Wejnert, Kyle Walsh and KJ Rose. Next up on the list Kyle Commodore, Jerome Segura, Leroy Robertson, Steve Smith, Devin Johnson and Mike Rodgers with 3 each.
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK
Chris Maidoh secured a season high 4 blocks versus St. Peters. Maidoh now as 16 for his career and is tied with Jeremy Logan, Warren Edney and Andy Buzbee for 57th place. Next up Mike Horan with 17 blocks.
THREE POINT PERFECTION
Calvin Whipple demonstrated the form we saw last year shooting and impressive 3-3 from deep versus SPC. Whipple played for extended stretch, seeing more minutes than he has played in any game since he played 24 minutes early this season versus Loyola.
FREE THROW PERFECTION
Taj Benning hit all 10 of his free throws versus SPU.
TRIVIA QUESTION
These two Stags lead the team in steals for four consecutive seasons.
Answer to follow below
SEPARATED AT BIRTH
Beirut Jimmy shares one of his favorite “separated at birth” images related to our next opponent…..
Iona has been somewhat of a rudderless ship so far this season with their head coach and captain.
HEARD BUT PROBABLY NOT TRUE
Iona Recruiting not hurt by FBI Probe
After two year's worth of drama, suspicions, investigations and unending speculation over the outcome of the FBI’s College basketball probe, Iona’s recruiting efforts remain strong. To the surprise of no one The Gaels once again find themselves projected to finish near the top of the conference standings. Iona is expected to land several significant transfers again this year along with a 7 foot high school senior Siete Pies.
Cluess has maintained all along that Iona has not committed any recruiting violations; its simply very low standards that allows them to secure players that other programs cannot. However Saint Peters head coach Shaheen Holloway disagrees with Cluess’s assessment stating that “no program has lower standards than Saint Peters.” Most MAAC coaches seem to agree with Holloway. Nonetheless Iona University officials formally announced today that they were not being investigated in the recent college admissions bribery scandal stating, “We are confident no one would pay a bride to get into Iona.” So while suspicions surrounding the program remain high, it looks as if Iona as steered clear of any NCAA sanctions for now.
TRIVIA ANSWER
AJ Wynder and Kyle Commodore.
TRACKING CAREER LEADERS
THREE POINT FIELD GOAL PERCENTAGE
Player Pct. Year
1. Shane Miller 0.430
2. Landon Taliaferro .411 (132-321)
3. Mike Evanovich 0.402
4. Michael Van Schaick 0.398
5. Craig Martin 0.390
6. Jonathan Han 0.381
7. Tyler Nelson 0.373
8. Michael Bell 0.369
9. Kevin George 0.367
10. Tyquawn Goode 0.366
*Based on a minimum of 100 made three point shots.
THREE POINT FIELD GOAL MADE CAREER
Player 3pts Years
1. Tyler Nelson 315 2015 2018
2. Derek Needham 281 2010 2013
3. Marcus Gilbert 242 2013 2016
4. Greg Francis 230 1994 1997
5. Jermaine Clark 167 1999 2001
6. Mike Evanovich 165 2006 2010
7. Michael Van Schaick 163 2004 2007
8. Kyle Commodore 162 1996 1999
9. Jonathan Han 157 2006 2009
10. Landon Taliaferro 132 18-pres
11. Herbie Allen 130 2006 2009
12-T. Michael Bell 123 2003 2006
12-T. Kevin George 123 1989 1993
*Based on data from Sportreference.com
BLOCKS
Complete Block Data for all seasons is not available. This list is based on the best available data and excludes most players prior to 1980.
Blocks
Player Blks Years
1. Deng Gai 442* 02-05
* – According to Official NCAA record book 442, according to Stags press guide 444.
2. Ryan Olander 206 08-12
3. Anthony Johnson 200 07-10
4. Harold Brantley 185 88-91
5. Didier Boucard 165 95-98
6. Rob Thomson 147 01-04
7. Jonathan Kasibabu 141 16-19
8. Coleman Johnson 128 13-16
9. Drew Henderson 124 90-93
10. Maurice Barrow 87 11-14
11. Greg Nero 80 07-11
12. DeWitt Maxwell 76 03-06
13. Marcus Gilbert 69 12-16
14. Malcolm Gilbert 69 13-15
15. Shannon Bowman 64 93-97
16. Pete DeBisschop 58* (Final 2 seasons)
* block totals not available for his first 2 seasons.
17. Peter Guarasci 55 92-94
18. Ajou Deng 54 01-03
19-T. Wassef Methnani 53 18-pres
20-T. Sam Spann 49 99-02
20-T. Sean Clark 49 92-96
22. John Tice 48 96-98
57-T. Chris Maidoh 16 19-Pres
68-T. Kevin Senghore-Peterson 11 17-Pres
126-T. Rich Wejnert 2 80-81
126-T. Aidas Kavaliauskas 2 17-pres
This list has been updated with additional Block Data from 1980-1984 changing the rankings of some players with 8 or less blocks.
1000 CAREER POINTS IN THEIR SITES
Player Pts Years
Jesus Cruz 780 17-Pres
@stagsmensbball, #MAACHoops, #heardbutprobablynottrue
♫ ♫2019-2020♫
