Rob Stone, the next big thing.

smidger9 · 10-28-2009, 07:00 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

The Bulldogs win three in a row at home.

The Boys in Red knocked off Florida A&M (11-0), Coppin State (8-14), and Morgan State (7-16) in a row at home. The Bulldogs won handily in each contest beating down their MEAC opposition with a fierce long range air strike lead by Junior star Everett Spencer who scored 25, 40 and 32 respectively. It was a god way for SCST to start off the month of February with three big conference wins to stay undefeated and in 1st play by 4 games. However not all was perfect, sophomore guard Jason Flagler has been sidelined with an abdomen strain and will not play for 3 weeks and could miss 2 weeks of practice. He was already at a reduced role because of Senior Derrick Davis' superior performance but should take the time off to get back into a good swing for the conference tournament.

Florida A&M vs. SCST

Final score South Carolina State 63, FAMU 53

Key Players:

SCST
Burton 10 points, 9 assist
Bennett 8 points, 4 steals, 3 assist
Spencer 25 points, 7 rebounds

Coppin State vs SCST

Final Score: SCST 95, CPU 55

Key Players:
Burton 27 points, 11 assist
Bennett 13 points
Spencer 40 points, 4 rebounds, 2 blocks

Morgan State vs SCST

Final Score: MSU 54, SCST 97

Key Players:
Burton 13 points, 8 assist, 5 steals, 3 rebounds
Bennett 25 points, 4 steals
Spencer 32 points

SCST is now 19-6(11-0).

smidger9 · 10-31-2009, 02:44 AM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

The Bulldogs win three in a row at home.

The Bulldogs knocked off lower tier Hampton and Howard on the road to increase their record to 21-6(13-0). The Bulldogs are still perfect in conference play and are averaging well over 90+ points a game.

Hampton vs. SCST

Final score South Carolina State 91, HAM 81

Key Players:

SCST
Bennett 23 points
Spencer 21 points, 4 rebounds
Burton 11 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assist, 4 steals
Cobb 29 points, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks

Howard vs SCST

Final Score: SCST 108, HOW 63

Key Players:
Burton 15 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assist
Spencer 34 points, 3 assist
Carn 23 points, 8 rebounds
Cobb 14 points, 7 rebounds

SCST is now 21-6(13-0).

smidger9 · 11-02-2009, 03:20 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

The Bulldogs lose first conference game but bounce back to beat A&T.

The Bulldogs were finally beaten in conference play by Norfolk State 80-78. After leading the game for 38 minutes of play the Spartans rallied to tie the game at 70 points a piece. They then stole the inbounds pass and hit a clutch three to put the Bulldogs in a tough spot. Tired and weak, fatigue finally caught the Bulldogs as they were forced to foul to keep the Spartans from scoring again but Norfolk State did not miss from the time and SCST's final shot by Forward David Cobb fell short after he beat his man to the foul line but could not make the 10 footer. The Bulldogs knocked off NC A&T at the Smith-Hammonds arena but didn't blow them out, a poor shooting night almost had the Bulldogs two conference loses back to back.

Norfolk State vs. SCST

Final score South Carolina State 78, NFS 80

Key Players:

SCST
Bennett 4 points, 3 assist
Spencer 36 points, 3 rebounds
Burton 16 points, 2 assist
Cobb 7 points, 10 rebounds

NC A&T vs SCST

Final Score: SCST 73, A&T 60

Key Players:
Burton 20 points, 4 assist
Spencer 19 points, 5 assist, 7 rebounds, 2 blocks
Bennett 14 points
Cobb 9 points, 7 rebounds

SCST is now 22-7(14-1).

smidger9 · 11-05-2009, 09:25 PM

End of Season Recruiting Update:

As the season winds down recruiting ends to give the teams time to focus on their conference tournaments and post season play. This is how the season long recruiting has gone for SCST.

*** PF Jamie Temple
6'9 Atlanta, GA
Class #423
Pos #87

One of the best PF in the South east, between him and 5 star Patrick Day. Excellent in the block, great low post moves, and almost automatic scoring inside. He can also knock down the 3 when needed. An average rebounder, his strong suit is his defense and blocking skills. Could go anywhere from a mid major to a small school.

Grades:
Shooting B+
Skills B-
Defense B
Athletism B-
Rebounding B
IQ B+
Potential A
Size A

Top Schools:
SCST (FULL) Offered
Georgia Tech (Medium) Offered

*** SG Jaron McFadden
6'2 Columbus, GA
Class #348
Pos #100

Silky smooth off guard can play the 1 or the 2 if needed. He can run the court with the best or pop the 3 if needed. Play style is a lot like Ty Lawson but doesn't have the playmaking abilities. He will find a good home in the Mid Major conferences.

Grades:
Shooting B+
Skills B
Defense B
Athletism B
Rebounding C
IQ B
Potential B+
Size C

Top Schools:
SCST (FULL) Offered
Mercer (Medium) Offered

**** SF Erroll Stockman
6'6 Scottsdale, Az
Class #66
Position #11

A very athletic swingman who can do it all from the triple threat position. He really excels when he is given the ball in the corner because he can drive and dunk or dish it to the top for a good look. He pulls a double team each night when he is on and is a great rebounder even following his own shot for many put backs.

Grades:
Shooting B+
Skills A+
Defense B+
Athle A-
Rebounding B+
IQ A
Potential A
Size B+

Top Schools:
SCST (FULL) (OFFERED)
North Arizona (High) (OFFERED)
Arizona State (High)
Utah (Medium)

smidger9 · 11-07-2009, 06:26 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

The Bulldogs wrap up the season 2-1 in the final stretch to March.

South Carolina State has been on a rampage all year in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference scoring almost 90 points a game and went 16-2. However, the Bulldogs have ran into a tough spot hitting the top tier teams and the scoring machine was faced with tougher defense and no long in the friendly confounds of home court advantage. They will wrap up the regular season in first place of the conference.

Bethune-Cookman vs. SCST

Final score South Carolina State 82, BC 50

Key Players:

SCST
Bennett 14 points
Spencer 29 points, 9 rebounds, 3 steals
Burton 11 points, 7 assist
Carn 16 points, 10 rebounds

Florida A&M vs SCST

Final Score: SCST 71, A&M 79

Key Players:
Burton 11 points, 6 assist
Bennett 18 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks
Spencer 14 points, 5 rebounds (Injured before halftime)
Carn 14 points, 4 rebounds

Winston-Salem vs SCST

Final Score: WSSU 66, SCST 89

Key Players:
Burton 14 points, 4 assist, 2 rebounds, 2 steals
Bennett 23 points
Spencer 24 points
Carter 13 points, 9 rebounds
Carn 14 points, 11 rebounds

SCST is now 24-8 (16-2).

phlstar · 11-09-2009, 03:33 AM

really solid season. hopefully you can do well in march, assuming you win the conference.

smidger9 · 11-11-2009, 06:29 PM

South Carolina State University Student Courier, Sports Edition

The first place Bulldogs win first game of MEAC tournament, 87-74.

South Carolina State took an early lead on Hampton and never looked back, conference player of the year Everett Spencer handed the offense with ease and scored a cool 30 points before fouling out with 6 minutes left in the second half. The Bulldog beg men held the MEAC Big Man of the year Mike Freeman to only one basket and 5 boards while Julius Carter scored 9 points, and Dale Carn added 10. The Bulldogs advance to the semifinals against NC A&T.

Stats:

SCST
Burton 10 points, 4 assist
Bennett 21 points
Specner 30 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 5 fouls
Cobb 4 points, 2 rebounds, 3 blocks (0-4 from 3 point)
Carter 9 points, 11 rebounds

Bench
Davis 7 assist
Flagler 3 points, 2 assist, 2 rebounds
Carn 10 points, 6 rebounds

smidger9 · 11-13-2009, 02:46 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

Bulldogs blow A&T out in the semi-finals of the MEAC Tournament, 92-62.

With style, grace, and utter dominance the Bulldogs of South Carolina State will advance to the MEAC championship riding on the hot hands of Conference Player of the Year Everett Spencer and freshman Carrio Bennett. A&T looked hopeless and lost as the score at halftime was anything but flattering with the Aggies down more than 20 points at 44 to 20. The Bulldogs never let up as the held the lead of 50 to 22 within minutes of the second half. The Bulldogs will play Winston-Salem state in the MEAC final.

Stats:

Burton 10 points, 6 assist
Bennett 22 points, 2 rebounds
Spencer 31 points, 7 rebounds
Cobb 2 points, 7 rebounds
Carter 2 points, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks

Bench:
Davis 5 points, 5 assist, 4 steals
Carn 17 points, 8 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 assist
Flagler 3 points, 2 rebounds

smidger9 · 11-15-2009, 08:35 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

South Carolina State wins conference in OT!!

The Bulldogs played hard and well all season and in the end it was the hot hand of freshman Carrio Bennett that lead his team to a MEAC conference championship in overtime against Winston-Salem state. "We played a tough 40 minutes of basketball, it wasnt our best offensive effort but we really showed up for the over time and came out big. It feels great the be conference champions and headed to the NCAA!"

Stats:

Burton 13 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assist
Bennett 25 points, (6-6 3 pt)
Specner 23 point, 10 rebounds
Carter 9 points, 8 rebounds
Cobb 6 points, 9 rebounds

Bench
Davis 2 points, 8 assist, 3 rebounds
Carn 5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks

South Carolina State draws the #13th seed in the East regional and will play # 4 Maryland in the first round.

smidger9 · 11-15-2009, 08:44 PM

South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition

South Carolina State upsets #4 Maryland, 85-76.

"Easily the best performance of the year, and anyone who doubts us can now sit down. This game was about who wanted it more, at the start we all felt like their early 12-3 run was the end of us but we had a quick time out and we looked into each others eyes and I saw the first and next thing I know the score is 21-21 and both teams are battling. They were deeper than us but we had the heart. Bennett put on a shooting exhibition that left most of their team on the bench and Everett hit a windmill dunk with 1:12 left in the game to add a dagger to their coffin. If we play each game like that it will be hard for us to lose in this tournament."

Stats:
Burton 10 points, 7 assist, 1 rebounds
Bennett 30 points, 3 steals, 2 rebounds
Spencer 23 points, 11 rebounds, 4 steals
Cobb 4 rebounds (injured in the first half, but will play in second round)
Carter 6 points, 4 rebounds, 2 blocks

Bench:
Davis 5 points, 3 assist, 1 rebounds
Carn 6 points, 5 rebounds, 1 block
Flagler 5 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assist

*Edited to add I will be playing all NCAA tournament games on MOP*

10-28-2009, 07:00 PM	#41 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. *South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition* *The Bulldogs win three in a row at home. The Boys in Red knocked off Florida A&M (11-0), Coppin State (8-14), and Morgan State (7-16) in a row at home. The Bulldogs won handily in each contest beating down their MEAC opposition with a fierce long range air strike lead by Junior star Everett Spencer who scored 25, 40 and 32 respectively. It was a god way for SCST to start off the month of February with three big conference wins to stay undefeated and in 1st play by 4 games. However not all was perfect, sophomore guard Jason Flagler has been sidelined with an abdomen strain and will not play for 3 weeks and could miss 2 weeks of practice. He was already at a reduced role because of Senior Derrick Davis' superior performance but should take the time off to get back into a good swing for the conference tournament. Florida A&M vs. SCST Final score South Carolina State 63, FAMU 53 Key Players: SCST Burton 10 points, 9 assist Bennett 8 points, 4 steals, 3 assist Spencer 25 points, 7 rebounds Coppin State vs SCST Final Score: SCST 95, CPU 55 Key Players: Burton 27 points, 11 assist Bennett 13 points Spencer 40 points, 4 rebounds, 2 blocks Morgan State vs SCST Final Score: MSU 54, SCST 97 Key Players: Burton 13 points, 8 assist, 5 steals, 3 rebounds Bennett 25 points, 4 steals Spencer 32 points SCST is now 19-6(11-0).*

10-31-2009, 02:44 AM	#42 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. *South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition* *The Bulldogs win three in a row at home.* The Bulldogs knocked off lower tier Hampton and Howard on the road to increase their record to 21-6(13-0). The Bulldogs are still perfect in conference play and are averaging well over 90+ points a game. Hampton vs. SCST Final score South Carolina State 91, HAM 81 Key Players: SCST Bennett 23 points Spencer 21 points, 4 rebounds Burton 11 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assist, 4 steals Cobb 29 points, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks Howard vs SCST Final Score: SCST 108, HOW 63 Key Players: Burton 15 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assist Spencer 34 points, 3 assist Carn 23 points, 8 rebounds Cobb 14 points, 7 rebounds *SCST is now 21-6(13-0)*.

11-02-2009, 03:20 PM	#43 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. *South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition* *The Bulldogs lose first conference game but bounce back to beat A&T.* The Bulldogs were finally beaten in conference play by Norfolk State 80-78. After leading the game for 38 minutes of play the Spartans rallied to tie the game at 70 points a piece. They then stole the inbounds pass and hit a clutch three to put the Bulldogs in a tough spot. Tired and weak, fatigue finally caught the Bulldogs as they were forced to foul to keep the Spartans from scoring again but Norfolk State did not miss from the time and SCST's final shot by Forward David Cobb fell short after he beat his man to the foul line but could not make the 10 footer. The Bulldogs knocked off NC A&T at the Smith-Hammonds arena but didn't blow them out, a poor shooting night almost had the Bulldogs two conference loses back to back. Norfolk State vs. SCST Final score South Carolina State 78, NFS 80 Key Players: SCST Bennett 4 points, 3 assist Spencer 36 points, 3 rebounds Burton 16 points, 2 assist Cobb 7 points, 10 rebounds NC A&T vs SCST Final Score: SCST 73, A&T 60 Key Players: Burton 20 points, 4 assist Spencer 19 points, 5 assist, 7 rebounds, 2 blocks Bennett 14 points Cobb 9 points, 7 rebounds *SCST is now 22-7(14-1).*

11-05-2009, 09:25 PM	#44 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. End of Season Recruiting Update: As the season winds down recruiting ends to give the teams time to focus on their conference tournaments and post season play. This is how the season long recruiting has gone for SCST. * PF Jamie Temple 6'9 Atlanta, GA Class #423 Pos #87 One of the best PF in the South east, between him and 5 star Patrick Day. Excellent in the block, great low post moves, and almost automatic scoring inside. He can also knock down the 3 when needed. An average rebounder, his strong suit is his defense and blocking skills. Could go anywhere from a mid major to a small school. Grades: Shooting B+ Skills B- Defense B Athletism B- Rebounding B IQ B+ Potential A Size A Top Schools: SCST (FULL) Offered Georgia Tech (Medium) Offered * SG Jaron McFadden 6'2 Columbus, GA Class #348 Pos #100 Silky smooth off guard can play the 1 or the 2 if needed. He can run the court with the best or pop the 3 if needed. Play style is a lot like Ty Lawson but doesn't have the playmaking abilities. He will find a good home in the Mid Major conferences. Grades: Shooting B+ Skills B Defense B Athletism B Rebounding C IQ B Potential B+ Size C Top Schools: SCST (FULL) Offered Mercer (Medium) Offered **** SF Erroll Stockman 6'6 Scottsdale, Az Class #66 Position #11 A very athletic swingman who can do it all from the triple threat position. He really excels when he is given the ball in the corner because he can drive and dunk or dish it to the top for a good look. He pulls a double team each night when he is on and is a great rebounder even following his own shot for many put backs. Grades: Shooting B+ Skills A+ Defense B+ Athle A- Rebounding B+ IQ A Potential A Size B+ Top Schools: SCST (FULL) (OFFERED) North Arizona (High) (OFFERED) Arizona State (High) Utah (Medium)

11-07-2009, 06:26 PM	#45 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. *South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition* *The Bulldogs wrap up the season 2-1 in the final stretch to March. South Carolina State has been on a rampage all year in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference scoring almost 90 points a game and went 16-2. However, the Bulldogs have ran into a tough spot hitting the top tier teams and the scoring machine was faced with tougher defense and no long in the friendly confounds of home court advantage. They will wrap up the regular season in first place of the conference. Bethune-Cookman vs. SCST Final score South Carolina State 82, BC 50 Key Players: SCST Bennett 14 points Spencer 29 points, 9 rebounds, 3 steals Burton 11 points, 7 assist Carn 16 points, 10 rebounds Florida A&M vs SCST Final Score: SCST 71, A&M 79 Key Players: Burton 11 points, 6 assist Bennett 18 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks Spencer 14 points, 5 rebounds (Injured before halftime) Carn 14 points, 4 rebounds Winston-Salem vs SCST Final Score: WSSU 66, SCST 89 Key Players: Burton 14 points, 4 assist, 2 rebounds, 2 steals Bennett 23 points Spencer 24 points Carter 13 points, 9 rebounds Carn 14 points, 11 rebounds SCST is now 24-8 (16-2).*

11-09-2009, 03:33 AM	#46 (permalink)
phlstar Rookie OVR: 3 Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 22	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. really solid season. hopefully you can do well in march, assuming you win the conference.

11-11-2009, 06:29 PM	#47 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. South Carolina State University Student Courier, Sports Edition *The first place Bulldogs win first game of MEAC tournament, 87-74*. South Carolina State took an early lead on Hampton and never looked back, conference player of the year Everett Spencer handed the offense with ease and scored a cool 30 points before fouling out with 6 minutes left in the second half. The Bulldog beg men held the MEAC Big Man of the year Mike Freeman to only one basket and 5 boards while Julius Carter scored 9 points, and Dale Carn added 10. The Bulldogs advance to the semifinals against NC A&T. Stats: SCST Burton 10 points, 4 assist Bennett 21 points Specner 30 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 5 fouls Cobb 4 points, 2 rebounds, 3 blocks (0-4 from 3 point) Carter 9 points, 11 rebounds Bench Davis 7 assist Flagler 3 points, 2 assist, 2 rebounds Carn 10 points, 6 rebounds

11-13-2009, 02:46 PM	#48 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition Bulldogs blow A&T out in the semi-finals of the MEAC Tournament, 92-62. With style, grace, and utter dominance the Bulldogs of South Carolina State will advance to the MEAC championship riding on the hot hands of Conference Player of the Year Everett Spencer and freshman Carrio Bennett. A&T looked hopeless and lost as the score at halftime was anything but flattering with the Aggies down more than 20 points at 44 to 20. The Bulldogs never let up as the held the lead of 50 to 22 within minutes of the second half. The Bulldogs will play Winston-Salem state in the MEAC final. Stats: Burton 10 points, 6 assist Bennett 22 points, 2 rebounds Spencer 31 points, 7 rebounds Cobb 2 points, 7 rebounds Carter 2 points, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks Bench: Davis 5 points, 5 assist, 4 steals Carn 17 points, 8 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 assist Flagler 3 points, 2 rebounds

11-15-2009, 08:35 PM	#49 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition *South Carolina State wins conference in OT!!* The Bulldogs played hard and well all season and in the end it was the hot hand of freshman Carrio Bennett that lead his team to a MEAC conference championship in overtime against Winston-Salem state. "We played a tough 40 minutes of basketball, it wasnt our best offensive effort but we really showed up for the over time and came out big. It feels great the be conference champions and headed to the NCAA!" Stats: Burton 13 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assist Bennett 25 points, (6-6 3 pt) Specner 23 point, 10 rebounds Carter 9 points, 8 rebounds Cobb 6 points, 9 rebounds Bench Davis 2 points, 8 assist, 3 rebounds Carn 5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks South Carolina State draws the #13th seed in the East regional and will play # 4 Maryland in the first round.

11-15-2009, 08:44 PM	#50 (permalink)
smidger9 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 236	Re: Rob Stone, the next big thing. South Carolina State Student Courier, Sports Edition South Carolina State upsets #4 Maryland, 85-76. "Easily the best performance of the year, and anyone who doubts us can now sit down. This game was about who wanted it more, at the start we all felt like their early 12-3 run was the end of us but we had a quick time out and we looked into each others eyes and I saw the first and next thing I know the score is 21-21 and both teams are battling. They were deeper than us but we had the heart. Bennett put on a shooting exhibition that left most of their team on the bench and Everett hit a windmill dunk with 1:12 left in the game to add a dagger to their coffin. If we play each game like that it will be hard for us to lose in this tournament." Stats: Burton 10 points, 7 assist, 1 rebounds Bennett 30 points, 3 steals, 2 rebounds Spencer 23 points, 11 rebounds, 4 steals Cobb 4 rebounds (injured in the first half, but will play in second round) Carter 6 points, 4 rebounds, 2 blocks Bench: Davis 5 points, 3 assist, 1 rebounds Carn 6 points, 5 rebounds, 1 block Flagler 5 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assist Edited to add I will be playing all NCAA tournament games on MOP Last edited by smidger9; 11-15-2009 at 08:47 PM.

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