slufan13 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Washington vs Duke at MSG right now. Hopefully Washington can pick up a big win for us. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Wiz Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Washington vs Duke at MSG right now. Hopefully Washington can pick up a big win for us. Duke by 7 over UW This would be a big win for UW if they could pull it off and help the Bills standing too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheeseman Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I am showing we would win 2 of those 10 games. And if we are playing them in the St. Louis Regional in March at the Ed Dome we win 4 of those 10.. This is why you can never take any game for granted as a player or coach. I am not surprised by your numbers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
majerus mojo Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I am showing we would win 2 of those 10 games. And if we are playing them in the St. Louis Regional in March at the Ed Dome we win 4 of those 10.. Pretty sure SLU can't be in the Midwest regional since they are the host school for Ed Jones dome, but could be wrong. Fingers crossed that the Billikens start their tournament run in Omaha, would be fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
billsfan12 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Pretty sure SLU can't be in the Midwest regional since they are the host school for Ed Jones dome, but could be wrong. Fingers crossed that the Billikens start their tournament run in Omaha, would be fun. Grad asst. Tanner Bronson mentioned SLU can't be in the St. Louis regional because we are the host school. I couldn't find the rule on NCAA's site, but he seemed confident that we would automatically be in a different region. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Wiz Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Grad asst. Tanner Bronson mentioned SLU can't be in the St. Louis regional because we are the host school. I couldn't find the rule on NCAA's site, but he seemed confident that we would automatically be in a different region. Technically, we can be the host and play at the Ed Dome. "A team may not play on it's home court" according to NCAA rules. A home court is one that you have played more than 4 games on. In 2002, Pitt played the first 2 rounds at Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh. The Panthers had played 3 games there during the season so it was ruled a "nearby arena" not a home court. In 2006, Villanova played the first 2 rounds in the current Wells Fargo Center in Philly. Again, Nova had played 3 games there during the regular season so it was ruled a "nearby arena" not a home court. So if the Bills got a good seed...then yes, it would be possible to play in St. Louis at the Ed Dome since this is not our home court. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bobby Metzinger Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Grad asst. Tanner Bronson mentioned SLU can't be in the St. Louis regional because we are the host school. I couldn't find the rule on NCAA's site, but he seemed confident that we would automatically be in a different region. Are you sure? Are you sure it's not being hosted by the Missouri Valley Conference? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Prairie Bill Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Are you sure? Are you sure it's not being hosted by the Missouri Valley Conference? "The NCAA has named Saint Louis University as the host institution and the Edward Jones Dome as the site for a 2012 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Regional. The three games will be played at the Edward Jones Dome Friday, March 23, and Sunday, March 25, 2012." ... "In a partnership with the Missouri Valley Conference, Saint Louis University and the MVC has agreed to alternate as the host institution for NCAA tournaments held in St. Louis. In this bid cycle, the University will serve as the host." http://www.stlsports...nnouncement.php Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Taj79 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 It's never good to speculate. Enjoy the ride to get there. What was that saying "carpe diem?" Sieze the day? December isn't half over and some folks are worrying not only about March but seeds. For real? The last team I was rooting for (current season) was pinned as "The Dream Team" back in training camp. How'd that turn out? Just Win Baby. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Wiz Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 It's never good to speculate. Enjoy the ride to get there. What was that saying "carpe diem?" Sieze the day? December isn't half over and some folks are worrying not only about March but seeds. For real? The last team I was rooting for (current season) was pinned as "The Dream Team" back in training camp. How'd that turn out? Just Win Baby. My post was a hypothetical based on when another poster speculated on what would happen if we played Oh St. I used the Ed Dome as an example because it is the only way we could actually play OSU in St. Louis this season. In know way did I intend to say it was a likelyhood or meant to speculate on true outcome. But as Joaquin Andujar use to say..."you never know" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slu72 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 It's never good to speculate. Enjoy the ride to get there. What was that saying "carpe diem?" Sieze the day? December isn't half over and some folks are worrying not only about March but seeds. For real? The last team I was rooting for (current season) was pinned as "The Dream Team" back in training camp. How'd that turn out? Just Win Baby. The last team I was rooting for (current season) was pinned as "The Dream Team" back in training camp. How'd that turn out? Just Win Baby. Taj Mahal, there is little hope for you if you're an Iggles fan. How 'bout the New York Giants last night, though? Never too late to jump on the wagon, Tajy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slufanskip Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 It's never good to speculate. Enjoy the ride to get there. What was that saying "carpe diem?" Sieze the day? December isn't half over and some folks are worrying not only about March but seeds. For real? The last team I was rooting for (current season) was pinned as "The Dream Team" back in training camp. How'd that turn out? Just Win Baby. Now I know why it's hard being a Billiken Fan. Taj is bringing us bad luck by rooting for a Philly team along with the Bills. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Taj79 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Taj has rooted for Philly teams since 1971. Which, if the correlation is correct, explains a lot, eh? Dilemma with a capital D: Ever rooting for Giants, Cowboys and Skins when they play each other. Why? Can't stand Tom Coughlin, Jerry Jones nor Dan Snyder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboy Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Technically, we can be the host and play at the Ed Dome. "A team may not play on it's home court" according to NCAA rules. A home court is one that you have played more than 4 games on. In 2002, Pitt played the first 2 rounds at Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh. The Panthers had played 3 games there during the season so it was ruled a "nearby arena" not a home court. In 2006, Villanova played the first 2 rounds in the current Wells Fargo Center in Philly. Again, Nova had played 3 games there during the regular season so it was ruled a "nearby arena" not a home court. So if the Bills got a good seed...then yes, it would be possible to play in St. Louis at the Ed Dome since this is not our home court. -i think fan12 is saying we could not be in the stl regional because we are the hosts not the games played in the bldg aspect, did pitt host that venue that year? i have not heard of the host conflict previous to fan12's post Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deutschkind Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 According to Lunardi's Bracketology, SLU cannot be placed in the STL Region because of hosting. If the Valley were hosting, then I'm pretty sure we could. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slufan13 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 The Final Four is in New Orleans. Not a terrible distance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brianstl Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 The Final Four is in New Orleans. Not a terrible distance. And a great trip. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pistol Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Baby steps. This program has never seen the Sweet Sixteen. The opening round games are being held in the following 8 cities, with driving distances from STL in miles in parentheses: Louisville (268) Nashville (308) Columbus (417) Omaha (439) Pittsburgh (602) Greensboro (755) Albuquerque Portland Well, the last few are too far but the first four for sure are driveable from STL. We can't play in the regional here but if we make it to that round, who cares where it is? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slufan13 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Louisville doesn't seem like the dream spring break spot, but if we make the tournament and get to play in Louisville, I'll definitely be spending my spring break there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Wiz Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Sadly there will be no Oh St vs SLU at the Ed Dome. In order to have a game in your home town you have to meet TWO conditions according to the NCAA.. 1) Play no more than 3 games in the arena and 2) Not be the host staff in the City. (maybe we can give the host honor to SIU-E ..lol) This has happened 4 times in NCAA history Ga St in Atl 1991 Pitt in 02 Nova in Philly 06 & 09 Btw this doesn't change the fact that we still have a fair (1/3) chance of beating OSU on a neutral court. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
youjustgotKMed Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I'd like to see SLU getting a 3 seed!!!! anythings possible lets hear it for a 3 seed!!!!!! woot woot bellydance bellydance!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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