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Performance Of The Week | 2/22-2/28
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By Paul Gotham
It is that time again. Let’s hear from you readers. We had another week of stellar performances. Pick the ONE that stands out to you, and tell us a story.
I am going with Xavier’s Terrell Holloway.
The 6′ (generous) sophomore put the Musketeers on his back in overtime and carried them to a 78-76 victory over No. 24 Richmond.
Holloway finished the game with a game-high 24 points – eleven of those came in two overtime periods when the Muskies outscored the Spiders 14-12. Twice, with the shot clock winding down in overtime, Holloway sliced through the vaunted Richmond defense and finished in traffic with his left hand.
Richmond focused their defensive efforts in the second half and in the overtime periods on neutralizing Xavier shooting guard, Jordan Crawford. The sophomore transfer from Detroit came into the contest averaging over 20 points. Crawford scored 14 as the X-Men took a 38-34 lead at half. From there, Richmond suffocated Crawford allowing him just five points the rest of the way.
Holloway picked up the slack and led Xavier to the win and a share of first place in the Atlantic 10.
Holloway did not limit his efforts to the offensive end. The sophomore point guard drew two charges in the overtime periods.
Who gets your POTW?
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Gotta give some props to the Dallas Mavericks, who have won 8 in a row and now lead their division by 5 games. Looks like that trade with Washington has injected some energy into Cuban’s team.
Wally, Good call. Jason Kidd had a monster game the other night – a triple-double.
I have to go with Joannie Rochette from the Canadian Olympic team. For me, Joannie’s performance in the Women’s figure skating event embodied everything the Olympics stand for. Three days before she was take the ice, her mother suffered a heart attack in Vancouver and passed away. Grieving, Rochette took the ice and delivered a bronze performance. The crowd stepped up, showing their support to which Rochette call overwhelming. Most people would have a hard time function after losing a loved one. Rochette rose to the occasion and delivered an unbelievable performance.
Hey there… Just gotta give it up for my friends at RIT!! The men’s hockey team beat Canisius twice this weekend to capture the AHA Division I Regular Season championship. The Tigers also set a conference record with 23 conference wins, finishing 23-5-1.. Way to go boys!!
Tony,
Welcome to the PINE!!!! Oh wait…you have already been here.