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VCU’s ESPN Events Invitational campaign was a challenging one, but a tournament that ultimately ended on a very high note, as VCU defeated Mike Rhoades’ Penn State Nittany Lions team, 86-74. The black and gold led for most of the contest and took a six-point lead into the half, but found themselves down three with … Read more…
The Iowa State Cyclones faced off against the VCU Rams in a thrilling prime-time Thanksgiving game on ESPN2. The game unfolded with the Cyclones ultimately edging the Rams in the final 2 minutes with a final score of 68 to 64.
After an almost too good to be true start that saw the Rams up 15 against kenpom top-15, Iowa State, Thanksgiving night ended with a thud for the black and gold, watching a game they all night…often comfortably…result in a loss. But early season tournaments leave no time for sulking, as the black and gold … Read more…
VCU has been tested in every contest this year under new Head Coach, Ryan Odom, but the degree of difficulty ramps up significantly tonight when VCU tips up the ESPN Events Invitational against kenpom No.13, Iowa State.
In a thrilling contest at the Siegel Center, senior guard Zeb Jackson lit up the court with a career-high 20 points, steering VCU to a comeback victory over Seattle on Saturday. The late-game heroics of sophomores Tobi Lawal and Jason Nelson played a pivotal role in securing the win.
After a challenging first half against a mature and underrated Radford squad this past Wednesday, the Rams put on a second half show in their most impressive regular season win thus far. They’ll welcome in a similar opponent to the Stu in the Seattle Redhawks today, a team that ranks 20th nationally in roster continuity … Read more…
Score: VCU 60 SEATTLE 56 Recap: After a come from behind win against Radford on Wednesday, Coach Odom and VCU looked to make it 3 straight wins. Standing in their way, Seattle University on Saturday afternoon. VCU started strong and ended strong escaping with a 60-56 win. VCU shot 39% on the day. Hitting 19 … Read more…
In the first ever meeting between the two schools, VCU used a late-game flurry of triples to rally past the Redhawks in a 60-56 win. VCU improves to a 3-1 overall record on the year after todays contest. It looked like todays matchup was going to be a lopsided affair as the Rams jumped out … Read more…
VCU (2-1) head coach, Ryan Odom, called his first timeout less than four minutes into the game. After the Highlanders kicked off the game on a 10-2 run, it looked like the Rams would once again struggle to find a rhythm to their offense. But, as the saying goes, this is tale of two halves. … Read more…
After a surprising start to the season that has seen the Rams struggle with two mid-major opponents within the friendly confines of the Siegel Center, VCU looks to avoid an upset tonight against a dangerous Radford Highlanders team while hopefully flexing just how good the black and gold can be in the process.
Score: VCU 73 Radford 50 Recap: After squeaking out a victory on Friday night against Samford, VCU looked to make a statement Wednesday as they hosted Radford. It was another slow start again for the black and gold but after turning it on at the end of the first half, VCU would get the convincing … Read more…
The season started out with a thud thanks to a disappointing loss against Will Wade’s (/Brandon Chambers’) McNeese State Cowboys on Monday. Will a dangerous Samford team send Ram fans into a deeper depression Friday night or can the black and gold start their first win streak of the Ryan Odom era?
After a surprising loss on Monday to start the 2023-2024 season the Rams rebounded with a 75-65 win against the Samford Bulldogs on Friday night. While the Rams shot an impressive 80% (20-25) from the charity stripe—the offense struggled to find their rhythm for much of the first half. Trailing 30-19 with just over 4 … Read more…
Score: VCU 75 Samford 65 Recap: After a lackluster performance on Monday night, VCU looked to bounce back as they welcomed Samford to the Siegel Center Friday night. It would be a similar slow start that would end with the Rams squeaking out the 75 to 65 victory. It wasn’t pretty but four Rams would … Read more…
We’re joined by special guest Rodney Ashby to discuss the recent home opener loss to McNeese State, preview the game tonight against Samford, and talk about the Havoc Unlimited Collective. Segments: Loss to McNeese State Previewing Samford White Jerseys Havoc Collective
On Monday night the Rams hosted the Cowboys of McNeese State to start the 2023-24 season—and if that name sounds familiar it might be because their head coach is former VCU leader, Will Wade*. Utah State transfer, Max Shulga, opened the Ryan Odom era with a triple just 22 seconds into the game. Michael Belle … Read more…
Score: VCU 65 McNeese State 76 Recap: After an off season full of change, the VCU faithful packed the STU on Monday night for the first game under new head coach Ryan Odom. Only returning two players from the previous season, there were a lot of fresh faces. Unfortunately, it was not the start to … Read more…
VCU will host a team led by a familiar face when Will Wade’s new McNeese State Cowboys visit the Siegel Center on Monday, the only catch is the Southland Conference foe will have to get their coaching from Wade before making the trip to Richmond, the former Rams Head Coach currently serving a 10-game suspension … Read more…
The Ryan Odom era kicked off with a bang Saturday night, as the Rams dominated DII, Mars Hill, 110-50. It was a complete effort on both sides of the ball that is sure to have VCU fans intrigued and excited about what is to come under new Head Coach, Ryan Odom.
We caught up with VCU transfer Jason Nelson to see how he’s doing leading up to the start of the 2023-2024 season. Jason transferred to VCU from the Richmond Spiders, a rare move that we talk about extensively. We unpack his decision, and the excitement to play alongside former John Marshall teammate Roosevelt Wheeler as … Read more…
Ram fans got their first look of what to potentially expect in the Ryan Odom era, treated to a Black & Gold exhibition game that featured eight new faces on the court. In what looked to be a rout after the Black team ran out to a massive 22-5 first quarter lead, the White team … Read more…
We’re bringing back the podcast this season, starting with appearances by Mat Shelton-Eide and Ed Nixon to talk about the state of the program. Agenda: New team / staff Black and Gold Game Joe Bamisile waiver status Sean Bairstow injury AAC discussion
The VCU faithful entered the STU Friday afternoon to welcome and learn more about VCU men's basketball new head coach Ryan Odom. Athletic Director, Ed McLaughlin, wasted no time in replacing Coach Rhoades after he departed for Penn State University. The fans were not the only ones in attendance looking to learn more about their…
Learn more about new VCU men's basketball coach Ryan Odom's background, coaching history and his style of play that he plans on bringing to the hardwood at the STU and how he thinks it will be a perfect match. Odom talks about his future plans at VCU, his new staff and why it was so…
With the news of Mike Rhoades officially heading to Penn State, VCU Athletics announced Wednesday night the addition of Ryan Odom as new mean's basketball coach. Via VCU Athletics: RICHMOND, Va. – Ryan Odom, who authored one of the greatest NCAA Tournament victories, has been named the 13th men’s basketball coach in VCU history, Vice…
Rumors have been swirling over the last 72 hours that VCU head coach Mike Rhoades has been considering an offer from Penn State for its head coaching vacancy. Jon Rothstein tweeted last night that the offer includes a salary in excess of $3 million per year: https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1640859430781689857 This morning, Pete Thamel further substantiated that rumor…
When Joey Rodriguez walked into a recent Miami Heat game he was approached to compete in a marketing event with a free cruise on the line. Little did that Miami Heat marketing staffer know, a VCU Final 4 legend had just been selected, one of the key guards on the Rams team that holds the…
Ed Nixon gives us his breakdown of VCU's Friday afternoon loss in Albany, NY to the St. Mary's Gaels in the first round of the NCAA tournament. You can follow Ed Nixon on Twitter for more updates and insight into VCU basketball.
A defensive back-and-forth battle early turned into a relative easy Saint Mary's victory, as a cold VCU second half doomed the Rams in the NCAA tournament first round, 63-51. The Rams and their West Coast Conference opponent traded leads early in the game, with VCU taking a one-point deficit into the half. Coming out of…
An NCAA tournament revenge game, how often do you get one of those? The Rams (...sorta) get just that when taking on the Gaels of Saint Mary's today in the first (second?...what are they calling this now?) round of the NCAA tournament, a bit of a rematch from an 85-77 loss back in 2017, Will…
Ed Nixon gives us his breakdown of VCU's Atlantic 10 championship run, bringing the Rams their 2nd Atlantic 10 championship, and their first under VCU Head Coach Mike Rhoades. You can follow Ed Nixon on Twitter for more updates and insight into VCU basketball.
Score: VCU 68 DAYTON 56 Recap: After a beating St. Louis in the semifinals on Saturday, VCU would face off against the Dayton Flyers for the Atlantic 10 Men's basketball Championship on Sunday. The Rams failed to get an early lead like their previous games in Brooklyn this week but their second half effort helps…