Recent Columns Phil Kasiecki The coaching carousel is ready to spin a little faster, but the reality is that changing a coach may not change much. Ray Floriani Ray looks at a new book on the most intense rivalry in women's college basketball. Jay Pearlman Jay checks in from Detroit and now knows who an emerging star is, and offers some coaching thoughts. Ray Floriani In the second round games in Bridgeport, it was the Big East women over those of the Big 12. Jay Pearlman In a battle featuring seniors, a couple of freshmen shined but a senior stole the ball and the game. Zach Smart Zach shares a tale thinking about Davidson's super shooter, who's continuing what his father once did. Phil Kasiecki Hoop Mountain held the first Greater Boston All-Star Game in more than a decade on Saturday. Bill Kintner Bill offers his list of the toughest places to coach and win, with a common theme in several of them. Phil Kasiecki UMass knocked off Akron with help from a guy who didn't put up big numbers and then got hurt. Jay Pearlman This wasn't the same George Mason team as two years ago, and it was apparent on Thursday night. Ray Floriani West Virginia's Da'Sean Butler has played for a few coaches in his time - three in three years, in fact. Jay Pearlman The "real VCU" came out a little too late in Wednesday night's NIT game against UAB. Phil Kasiecki Some quick hitters include notes on the coaching trail and two upcoming high school all-star games. Jay Pearlman In the first CBI game, Old Dominion held off a dynamic duo of brothers in their win over Rider. Michael T. Lyle, Jr. Morgan State wanted to be in the NCAA Tournament, but they're happy to still be playing in the NIT. Phil Kasiecki For teams going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time, it's not just current personnel who are overjoyed by it. Michael T. Lyle, Jr. Coppin State is ready to keep its run going against a nearby rival on Tuesday night. Phil Kasiecki The smallest man on the court has also been the most important one this year for America East champion UMBC. Bill Kintner Bill looks at the MAC Tournament semifinals, with a little revenge and a close call going the other way. Sam Perkins UMBC shut up their detractors once and for all with a blowout win for their first ever trip to the NCAA Tournament. Bill Kintner Bill recaps the MAC Tournament final, where Kent State knocked off a nearby rival going away. Ray Floriani Pittsburgh's continued success in New York leads a look back at the Big East Tournament. Crystal Basketball It's decision time for the committee, and Dan Hauptman and Michael Protos offer their final predictions. Ray Floriani Ray has some news and notes from the quarterfinal round of the Atlantic 10 Tournament. Phil Kasiecki American took home the Patriot League championship, a dream come true for them and especially one player. Sam Perkins Hartford has shown an ability to handle just about anything, and that has them on the verge of the NCAA Tournament. Bill Kintner Bill looks back at a busy day two of the MAC Tournament, where three of four seeds held true to form. Sam Perkins The America East Tournament is the last stand for a number of seniors, most of them unheralded. Jay Pearlman Jay checks in from the ACC Tournament, where a star allowed the coach to control a victory to end the day. Ray Floriani Tony Bozzella has rebuild Iona into a contender much like he did previously just across the water. Bill Kintner Butler's seniors can now add a Horizon League championship to their long list of accomplishments. Ray Floriani Nikki Flores and Marist ran through the MAAC without a loss, and the NCAA Tournament beckons.

Recent Notebooks Ivy League Notebook February 18th - Road teams start winning, heartbreak in Cambridge and perseverence lead the way this week. Colonial Notebook February 18th - Jay Pearlman has exciting basketball in the battle for the byes, including a few streaking teams. Big East Notebook February 14th - Improved big men, a key rivalry, and postseason chances highlight recent developments. Ivy League Notebook February 11th - Early on, winning on the road is tough, the Bears rebound, and one team is a bit of a mystery. Colonial Notebook February 10th - Jay Pearlman says we should pay close attention before the tournament because of seeding. Big Ten Notebook February 4th - Nils Hoeger-Lerdal shapes up the conference, from the team barely breathing to the leader of the pack. ACC Notebook February 4th - Michael Protos sees surprising Hokies, Blue Devils playing hard, and struggling bottom teams. Colonial Notebook February 3rd - Jay Pearlman sees road warriors and sees the importance of starting strong. Big East Notebook February 3rd - Zach Smart has surging Huskies, slumping Panthers, and a top team that might have clear sailing. Horizon Notebook January 29th - Nick Dettmann has a streaking freshman, struggling Titans, and Flames doused on the road. America East Notebook January 28th - With most teams better than at the start, Sam Perkins looks at three tiers of teams to this point. Colonial Notebook January 27th - Jay Pearlman has surging Seahawks led by a senior shooter and four teams chasing the leader. MAAC Notebook January 25th - Matthew Moll looks at early conference play, with three teams tied at the top being closely purused. Colonial Notebook January 22nd - Jay Pearlman sees a different Virginia school and a hot Patriot leading a team hitting its stride. ACC Notebook January 21st - Michael Protos has disappointment in Raleigh, two clear top teams, and key stretches ahead. Northeast Notebook January 19th - Zach Smart has quick changes, buckling up for the ride, and re-emerging favorites. Horizon Notebook January 14th - Nick Dettmann has streaking Bulldogs, Vikings now on top, and the injury bug hitting the champs. Big Ten Notebook January 14th - Nils Hoeger-Lerdal has is certain of a few things and will soon be certain of a few more. Colonial Notebook January 14th - Jay Pearlman sees more normal things happening, save for the lone undefeated team still remaining. MEAC Notebook January 10th - Michael Lyle sees a Bear market and the Pirates in the mix as conference play starts in earnest. Colonial Notebook January 7th - Jay Pearlman has a wild first week, transfers all over, and a few more road wins. Big Ten Notebook January 6th - Nils Hoeger-Lerdal sees sloppy basketball early and wonders if ten conference wins will be enough. Colonial Notebook January 1st - Jay Pearlman has defensive Dragons, opportunities on the road, and conference play beckoning. Colonial Notebook December 24th - Recent games have Jay Pearlman thinking about home-court advantage and then playing on the road. Horizon Notebook December 18th - Nick Dettmann has a hot-shooting Crusader, local rivalry games, and rallies in Dayton. Northeast Notebook December 12th - Zach Smart looks at the team literally atop the Mount and a well-balanced team in Hamden. Colonial Notebook December 12th - Jay Pearlman has a senior emerging for the defending champs and transfers ready to play. Horizon Notebook December 10th - Nick Dettmann has surprising Titans, home cookin' in Chicago, and struggling Penguins. Mountain West Notebook December 9th - Brad Best sees a bumpy patch that includes missed opportunities, with a few more chances ahead. Big Ten Notebook December 8th - Nils Hoeger-Lerdal looks at what we knew, what we didn't know and what we will know soon. Horizon Notebook December 3rd - Nick Dettmann has a big Bulldog win, Ramblers struggling on offense, and a tough Panther slate. Colonial Notebook December 3rd - Jay Pearlman wonders just how good George Mason is and sees surprising road success.