📗Saint Joseph's 2003-04 book update‼️
🏀Preorder:
🏀Title: A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's Hawks
🏀Expected pub: 3/1/25
🏀Summary:
#0304stjoesbook
#aSoaringSeason
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#UConn
coach Geno Auriemma spent some time with
#Villanova
coach Jay Wright on Tuesday. "Jay has the best job in the world: great school, amazing place, the best league, he’s done an amazing job. He’s rich, he’s good-looking. It’s good to be in his company, it’s good to be him."
Just announced on Spaces: I am writing a book on the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's men's basketball team. I have completed 33 interviews and countless hours of research. Much, much more to come!
Phil Martelli says he's returning to Philadelphia. He's open to coaching again as well as other options such as media and executive leadership. Says he wants to serve basketball, the coaching profession and the community.
“I have a lot more to give. I’m not going home to retire.
Fireworks in John Tortorella press conference tonight. Unprompted, Tortorella goes at
@AntSanPhilly
&
@SnowTheGoalie
.
JT: "Is the guy here that caused Kevin Hayes a problem?"
ASF: "Yes"
JT: "Are you kidding me? You think Kevin Hayes is going to do something like that? That’s
Classy move by Villanova to put Joe Juliano on the big screen and wish him the best in his retirement. Tough for a hard-core reporter to get that kind of attention. But well-deserved.
#Big5Hoops
First Team
Eric Dixon, Villanova
Erik Reynolds II, Saint Joseph’s
Amari Williams, Drexel
Jhamir Brickus, La Salle
Xzayvier Brown, Saint Joseph’s
Full Chauncey Billups quote on Damian Lillard:
“I wasn’t surprised at all. When they were saying we want Lillard I was saying we do too. I understand it and I get it. Philly got a great fan base. They hold no punches, man. I’ve always appreciated that about this city.”
#Sixers
📗Saint Joseph's 2003-04 book updates‼️
🚨I've completed a draft of 101,063 words, read through it, and now am making revisions!
🚨I'm excited to share that I've signed with
@BooksBrookline
, an imprint of
@casematepub
, to publish the book!
Stay tuned for more!
#0304stjoesbook
@GottliebShow
What does this even mean? Why wouldn't a raucous atmosphere with great teams and great players be perfect for every league? I don't understand.
📢ANNOUNCEMENT: Today was my final college basketball game of the season. I will not be providing live coverage of any
#NIT
games. Need to focus on family and writing my
#0304stjoesbook
. I am planning a final Weekly
#Big5Hoops
column on Friday. Thanks so much to everyone who has
Sad to hear news about Phil Martelli. From the first time as a 19 yo student reporter I walked into his office requesting an interview without any notice, he was always accommodating and kind to me. The world would be a much better place with more human beings like Phil Martelli.
Jack Scheuer has been battling health problems for awhile. He's having back surgery on Monday, and I'm sure he'd appreciate anyone who can reach out with kind words. Jack has taught me a lot about sports, but even more about how to be a good husband, father, friend and person.
Temple started the week No. 225 in NCAA NET Rankings and an absolute afterthought in college basketball.
Today, the Owls are arguably the biggest story in college basketball and have a chance to reach the
#NCAA
tournament.
Is this real?
#Team128
#Big5Hoops
#MarchMadness
Derek Simpson announced Tuesday on IG that he was transferring from Rutgers to Saint Joseph's. I spoke to Simpson this afternoon about his decision.
"I think it was the best option for me. I just love the way they play and attack."
FULL STORY ➡️
📗Saint Joseph's 2003-04 book update: I have completed 33 chapters and 77,073 words! 😀
Chapter 34 is well in the works. I can't wait to share with all of you.
#0304stjoesbook
#Marlins
ace Sandy Alcantara said he thinks he might have been tipping his pitches in the 8th inning Wednesday when
#Phillies
rallied. “I believe too much in my stuff, and I know what I got,” he said.
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I found the quote. St. Joe's coach Billy Lange said this after Hawks' 74-70 home win over Princeton on Dec. 10.
@NJHoopsHaven
asked him how good games like this are for the sport to have "two prominent mid-majors" playing each other.
Here's what Lange said in response:
"I don’t
1/2
#Villanova
coach Jay Wright addressing
@phillysport
sportswriter
@JoeJulesinq
, who is retiring after tonight's game: "I think Jo Jo is one of the purest and classiest writers of all time. Never anything but just the truth and the facts...
🚨NEWS: Justice Ajogbor just announced his commitment to Saint Joseph's on IG.
Great addition for Hawks.
Ajogbor (6-10, 255 lbs) had 58 blocks in just 20 games as Sr at Harvard in 2023-24.
“It’s a really exciting opportunity.” he told
#Big5Hoops
.
Check back later for more!
📗Saint Joseph's 2003-04 book update‼️
🚨I have submitted a final manuscript to
@BooksBrookline
!
✔️Final word count: 101,465 words
✔️Final interview count: 90 people
🙌More info coming soon!
Photo: Greg Carroccio/Sideline Photos
#0304stjoesbook
#ComingSoon
La Salle announced today that Fran Dunphy would return as head coach next season.
“Fran represents the best of La Salle University, and I am fortunate to be able to call him a teammate,” Explorers AD Ashwin Puri told
#Big5Hoops
.
#GoExplorers
🚨STORY: Saint Joseph’s commit Justice Ajogbor has a life story you’ll want to read about.
“Basketball changed my life,” he told
#Big5Hoops
.
I just touched the tip of the iceberg on his incredible, inspiring journey from Nigeria to USA.
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🚨NEWS: Erik Reynolds II explains why he decided to return to Saint Joseph's.
"They have shown nothing but love for me and helped me get better, on and off the court," Reynolds told
#Big5Hoops
on Billy Lange and Hawks' coaching staff.
FULL story ⬇️
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#Big5Classic
STORY🚨
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✅ St. Joe's Rasheer Fleming honored with inaugural "Jack Scheuer VGH (Very Good Hoops) Award by media.
✅ The entire day itself could have won.
#Big5Hoops
Thanks so much
@PhilMartelli
! This interview was everything I hoped it would be — and more. The stories, memories, emotions…wow! Can’t wait to share it all in the book! I believe the amazing story of 03-04 Saint Joseph’s will resonate with everyone.
#0304stjoesbook
Started a great day with a 3hour visit with
@Aaron_Bracy
as he does research for 03/04 Hawks book !!! Tears, chills, laughs all apart of the conversation. Appreciate his efforts to shine even a brighter light on one of the most extraordinary teams in college basketball!
Jack Scheuer is one of the finest human beings I've met. He's had a lasting, positive impact on me and so many others. Like so many, I am heartbroken but treasure the time we spent together. I hope and pray that we all can be more like the example he set for us.
#RIPpal
Last time Sixers had two stars on the court together was … ever? Iverson had good role players around him during run. Same with Barkley. Doc’s supporting cast in ‘83 better than good role players but not quite stars imho. Unprecedented territory with Embiid & Harden.
Just a great atmosphere here at Palestra. I have goosebumps. There's just no other place like it when there's a full house and a big game. I've covered thousands of games at hundreds of locations. Nothing beats the Cathedral of College basketball.
#FACTS
Can I just say again how impressed I am with Temple’s run in
#AmericanHoops
tournament?! Win or lose today, I really think this run will help change the trajectory of the program in a positive way. Well done, Adam Fisher and Owls. 👏
#Team128
I want to thank everyone for following my Big 5 coverage this season here and at . It was a blast! I’ll still be commenting and reporting here, but the site will be quiet as I focus on writing a book on 2003-04 Saint Joseph’s. 👍
#0304stjoesbook
#Big5Hoops
Damion Lee taking advantage of opportunity tonight with Klay Thompson out and Steph Curry in foul trouble. He has 11 points through third quarter. Season high is 13.
Just announced on Spaces: I am writing a book on the 2003-04 Saint Joseph's men's basketball team. I have completed 33 interviews and countless hours of research. Much, much more to come!
Where was
@CrossingBroad
all season? Comes over to throw shade at Villanova for a 9 pm weeknight
#NIT
game after basically ignoring Wildcats and Big 5 all season.
#Weak
‼️
#Philly
sports today
1) Joel Embiid scores 50, leads 76ers past Knicks.
2) Bryce Harper homers in return from paternity, leads Phillies over Reds.
3) Eagles extend A.J. Brown, select a CB in 1st round
4) Daeshon Shepherd returns to La Salle.
Santa nowhere in sight today.
🚨BREAKING: Daeshon Shepherd is withdrawing his name from the transfer portal and returning to La Salle, I’m told. Official announcement coming soon.
#Big5Hoops
#GoExplorers
#Villanova
has made it official by signing La Salle transfer Jhamir Brickus.
“Jhamir s a high-level decision maker, distributor, and scorer,” stated Villanova head coach Kyle Neptune in press release. “He possesses some of the best traits of a Philly guard with his toughness and
Per school release,
@SJUHawks_MBB
will play in the Legends Classic Nov. 21-22 in Brooklyn. The Hawks will join Syracuse, Texas and Texas Tech in the four-team field.
Saint Joseph’s fans might have heard about the long, game-winning shot
@jameernelson
hit against Old Dominion to save the undefeated 2003-04 perfect regular-season run practically before it started. How deep was it? Here you go.
#0304stjoesbook
I asked Marlins CF Jazz Chisholm Jr. about stealing the Phillie Phanatic’s ATV before the game.
“I told him if I hop on your bike, I’m going to win.”
#Phillies
🎥1/2
🗓️WEDNESDAY
#Big5Hoops
SKED‼️
11:30 am, Mason vs. Saint Joseph’s, A-10
3 pm, Temple vs. UTSA, AAC
5 pm, La Salle vs. St. Bonaventure, A-10
9 pm, Villanova vs. DePaul, Big East
Saint Joseph's officially signed incoming freshman Steven Solano today. He is a 6-foot-11, four-star recruit from the Bronx.
"We are impressed with Steven's understanding of the game on both ends from his position," Hawks coach Billy Lange said in a press release. "He fits our
Today's response to my Sixers tweet is a big reason why I limit my opinions on social media b/c don't want to stick my foot in my mouth. Guess I did this time. Also makes me feel even more empathy for people who get roasted on social media, or otherwise. We all make mistakes.
📗Saint Joseph's 2003-04 book update: I have completed 37 chapters and 86,863 words! 😊
Chapter 38 is in the works. Can't wait to share with all of you!
#0304stjoesbook
Pic: Pat Carroll, Dwayne Lee, Rob Sullivan and Tyrone Barley at 20-year reunion last season
Justin Moore announced on IG that he is indeed headed to Loyola-Chicago. Good pickup by Ramblers of former Drexel standout. First reported by
@JonRothstein
.
#Big5Hoops
#A10mbb
Phil Martelli and Fran Dunphy being honored Saturday night for their work with Coaches vs. Cancer. Info about attending and how to support the cause
@PhillyCvC
.
American Cancer Society Coaches vs. Cancer, Philly
What a great and deserving tribute to Jack Scheuer by Penn. Here’s Kevin Bonner reading the words of the plaque that now hangs outside of locker room 4 at the Palestra.
👏St. Joe's Rasheer Fleming👏
Voted by
#Big5Classic
media as inaugural Jack Scheuer VGH (Very Good Hoops) Award Winner
Fleming played today in a way that Jack would love!
Final stats: 22 points, 9 rebounds, 4 blocks, 8-11 FG
#Big5Hoops