James Bell seems to be the only thing happening these days that is Villanova related - but hey, I'm not complaining when it's 90 degrees and sunny everyday. No need to be glued to the computer! Bell was held in check in a pretty much meaningless game for the US as they had already clinched 1st place in their group with yesterday's win over Lithuania.
Bell Scoreless as Croatia Wins Late | VUhoops.com
Croatia took the lead on a three-point play with 48 seconds on the clock and held on to hand the American U19 squad it's first loss at the FIBA World Championships. Having already clinched the group, the game was meaningless to the USA.
With the 2011 class going through summer workouts on campus and the 2012 class on hold until Amile Jefferson decides where he's going, we're going to start digging a bit more on the 2013 crop. Reggie Cameron is a potential target for 'Nova, and reports a Villanova offer.
Reggie Cameron Talks Schools | ZagsBlog.com
2013 Hudson Catholic (NJ) F Reggie Cameron was at the Reebok Camp and talked with Adam Zagoria about the recruiting process. He mentioned an offer from Villanova. [Video]
Cameron is an absolute sniper and at 6'7" provides a unique size that could be utilized out on the perimeter as well. He'd be a solid pickup for us in 2013 considering that we don't have that dead-eye shooter after losing Corey Stokes. The only knock on him appears to be his athleticism for somebody that big.
See you after The Jump for more links from around the conference.
The Octonion In...MasterConference | Troy Nunes Is An Absolute Magician
A secret society of the eight wealthiest mascots in the Northeast convenes at an estate in Providence, RI, otherwise known as John Marinatto's basement. Chips and mango-peach salsa are served. They control the Northeastern bank money supplies, Fort Dix, ESPN and the Wesleyan College student newspaper. They are known as The Octonion.
Seton Hall Basketball: Brian Oliver to Seton Hall | South Orange Juice
Former Georgia Tech wing Brian Oliver announced his transfer to Seton Hall today, a huge coup for the Pirates.
Down the Drive vs. ESPN Big East blog | Down The Drive
Will UC's defensive line finish in the top half of the Big East? The wager between Down the Drive and the ESPN Big East blog begins this fall.
Casual Contest: Nicknames for Jabril Trawick, Mikael Hopkins, and Greg Whittington | Casual Hoya
Casual Contest: Nicknames for Jabril Trawick, Mikael Hopkins, and Greg Whittington. Head on over to CS to send your suggestions for the players we'll despise.
The Perception Of Pitt | Cardiac Hill
Cardiac Hill examines the perception of Pitt based on their 7th round selection in the SB Nation Conference Re-Draft.
A better look at the new Louisville football uniforms | Card Chronicle
Mike has the scoop on the Louisville football uniforms for the coming season.
Four Big East Tight Ends Named to Mackey Award Watch List | Big East Coast Bias
The watch lists keep on coming. Yesterday it was the Bednarik and Maxwell Award Watch Lists. Today, it's the Mackey Award Watch List. The Mackey Award is the award given to honor the nation's best collegiate tight end. Four tight ends from the Big East were named to the award watch list.
The Countdown Begins: 56 Days | The Owls Nest
The Temple Owls blog has begun the countdown until Temple and Villanova square off at Lincoln Financial Field to start the 2011 football season.