Malone Adds Former Providence Head Coach Kim English to UNC's Staff Michael Malone has added former George Mason and Providence head coach Kim English to his staff at North Carolina, according to sources confirmed by TarHeel247. English, who will turn 38 in September, was recently let go by Providence after serving as its head coach for three seasons. With 11 years of coaching experience since his playing career ended in 2015, English brings a mix of collegiate and professional basketball expertise to the Tar Heels. A former two-time All-Big 12 player at Missouri, English transitioned to coaching in 2015 after his playing days concluded. He began his coaching career as an assistant at Tulsa, Colorado, and Tennessee, working under notable mentors such as Frank Haith, Tad Boyle, and Rick Barnes. His playing career included 41 games with the Detroit Pistons and several seasons overseas before retiring as a professional. English’s collegiate coaching journey began at Missouri, where he played for four seasons and became a key contributor. During his time with the Tigers, Missouri reached the NCAA Tournament in each of his four seasons, including a run to the Elite Eight in his freshman year. The team compiled a 107-34 record during his tenure, with English ranking 13th in program history in scoring. His career averages at Missouri were 11.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, with a total of 1,570 points. In 2021, English was named head coach at George Mason, where he led the Patriots to a 34-29 record in two seasons. His first season as head coach included a notable victory, as the team secured its first true road win over a ranked team by defeating Maryland. The Patriots also participated in the NIT during his first year.#george_mason #providence #kim_english #missouri #michael_malone
George Mason Women's Tennis Team Loses to Fordham in Spring Match HILTON HEAD, S.C. — The George Mason women's tennis team suffered a 4-0 defeat to Fordham University in their final match of the Spring Tennis Fest on Thursday at Hilton Head High School. Fordham secured the victory by winning two doubles matches and three singles matches. The Rams captured the doubles point with wins on courts two and one. At No. 2 doubles, Valerija Kargina and Lily Chitambar defeated Brooklyn Siegel and Maya Bayat, 6-3. Nevena Kolarevic and Julianne Nguyen clinched the point with a 6-3 victory over Cenan Liu and Mary Young at No. 1 doubles. The No. 3 doubles match, featuring Noelle Talarek and R. Ramanantoanina against Paola Dalmonico and Catalina Padilla, remained unfinished with the Patriots leading 4-3. In singles play, Kargina extended Fordham’s lead by defeating Maitree Diksha Rout, 6-0, 6-0, at No. 2 singles. Chitambar added another point for the Rams with a 6-0, 6-4 win over Young at No. 4 singles. Dalmonico secured the match for Fordham with a straight-sets victory over Liu, 6-2, 6-3, at No. 1 singles. The remaining singles matches, including Maya Bayat vs. Julianne Nguyen and Noelle Talarek vs. Aya Matsunaga, were unfinished. Head Coach Steve Curtis praised the team’s progress, stating, “I am very happy with our improvement match to match this week. The opportunity to play outdoor against great competition will get us more prepared for our remaining matches.” The final results of the match were: Singles (1. Paola Dalmonico def. Cenan Liu, 6-2, 6-3; 2. Valerija Kargina def. Maitree Diksha Rout, 6-0, 6-0; 4. Lily Chitambar def. Mary Young, 6-0, 6-4) and Doubles (1. Nevena Kolarevic/Julianne Nguyen def. Cenan Liu/Mary Young, 6-3; 2. Valerija Kargina/Lily Chitambar def. Brooklyn Siegel/Maya Bayat, 6-3). The No.#george_mason #fordham_university #hilton_head #steve_curtis #vcu
St. Bonaventure vs. George Mason A-10 Championship 2nd Round Outlook St. Bonaventure’s Bonnies stunned La Salle with a 99-point performance in the A-10 tournament’s first round, but they face an uphill battle in the second round against George Mason. The Patriots, despite a regular-season record of 23-8, are favored at 3.5 points in the matchup. While George Mason holds a 4-2 record against St. Bonaventure this season, the Bonnies’ recent struggles on defense and in the A-10 regular season raise concerns about their chances. St. Bonaventure’s defensive struggles are evident, ranking 251st in KenPom’s adjusted defensive efficiency. The team’s 4-14 record in the A-10 during the regular season further highlights their challenges. Although their offense showed promise against La Salle, bettors are advised to temper expectations, as the win may not indicate sustained performance. George Mason’s strengths lie in its ability to exploit St. Bonaventure’s defensive vulnerabilities. The Patriots rank 33rd in free-throw rate and 31st in opponent free-throw rate, making them a threat to capitalize on turnovers. While their offense is not elite (100th in adjusted offensive efficiency), their focus on free throws compensates. Key player Kory Mincy, George Mason’s leading scorer, averages 14.0 points per game with a 45.0% field goal clip and 39.9% three-point shooting. However, his struggles against St. Bonaventure—converting just 27.3% of three-point attempts in two meetings—could limit his impact. Mincy’s recent performances, including 18 points in a loss to VCU and 15 points in a win over Saint Louis, suggest he could be a critical factor in the matchup. The game’s betting odds reflect George Mason’s slight edge, with the Patriots listed at -3.5 (-110) and St. Bonaventure at +3.5 (-110).#george_mason #st_bonaventure #a10_championship #kory_mincy #usa_network
St. Louis Billikens vs. George Mason Basketball Betting Line, Over/Under and Point Spread The St. Louis Billikens and George Mason men’s basketball teams are set to face off in an Atlantic 10 Conference matchup at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia, on Saturday, March 7. The game is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. ET/3 p.m. CT. St. Louis, ranked No. 25 in The Associated Press poll, enters the contest with a 27-3 overall record and a 15-2 mark in the Atlantic 10. The Billikens most recently defeated Loyola Chicago 79-65, with guard Amari McCottry leading the team with 18 points, two rebounds, and two assists. George Mason arrives at the game with a 22-8 overall record and a 10-7 record in the A10. The Patriots lost to VCU 70-65 on Tuesday, with guard Kory Mincy scoring 18 points and grabbing three rebounds for the team. St. Louis holds an 11-6 all-time advantage against George Mason. Betting odds for the game show the Billikens as a 7.5-point favorite at DraftKings Sportsbook, with the over/under set at 148.5 points. The moneyline odds have St. Louis at -325 (a $325 bet to win $100) and George Mason at +260 (a $100 bet to win $260). The point spread opened at 7.5, with the over/under initially listed at 145.5 points. Head coaches for the teams are Josh Schertz of St. Louis and Tony Skinn of George Mason. The game is part of the Atlantic 10 Basketball Tournament, with the tournament bracket, schedule, and game times available for reference. The matchup highlights the competitive nature of the league, with both teams boasting strong records and key players poised to make an impact. Fans and bettors will be watching closely as the Billikens aim to extend their dominance over George Mason.#george_mason #eaglebank_arena #st_louis_billikens #atlantic_10_conference #atlantic_10_basketball_tournament
No. 25 Saint Louis preps for A-10 tourney run vs. George Mason Saint Louis (27-3, 15-2 Atlantic 10) is set to close its regular season with a crucial matchup against George Mason in Fairfax, Virginia, as both teams prepare for the conference tournament. The Billikens, ranked No. 25 in the nation, have dominated their season series against Loyola Chicago, securing a 79-65 home victory to clinch the No. 1 seed in the upcoming A-10 tournament. The team’s undefeated home record of 19-0 underscores their dominance on their court, while their balanced scoring attack, led by Amari McCottry (10.4 points per game), Kellen Thames (9.9), and Ishan Sharma (9.2), has propelled them to a strong finish. Saint Louis’ bench has been a key factor in their success, averaging 34.1 points per game, with McCottry leading the way in their recent win over Loyola Chicago. The Billikens’ offensive efficiency is highlighted by their nation-leading 41.2% three-point shooting and a 60.9% effective field goal percentage. Their ability to score in transition, racking up 17.6 points per game, further solidifies their status as a versatile and dangerous team. Coach Josh Schertz emphasized the importance of their regular-season performance, calling it a “mark of a team’s greatness” and a stepping stone for a postseason run. George Mason, meanwhile, faces challenges as they aim to secure a spot in the tournament. The Patriots (22-8, 10-7 A-10) have struggled in their final games, going 1-5 in their last six contests. Despite a strong performance from Kory Mincy (18 points) and Riley Allenspach’s double-double (17 points, 10 rebounds) in a recent loss to VCU, the team’s inconsistency has left them locked into a fifth-place finish in the conference standings. With a middling conference record, a No. 82 ranking in Wins Above Bubble, and a No.#george_mason #atlantic_10 #saint_louis #kellen_thames #amari_mccottry
Saint Louis Billikens Set for Regular-Season Finale Against George Mason Saint Louis University’s men’s basketball team will conclude its regular season on Saturday with a matchup against George Mason at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia. The game, scheduled for 3 p.m. CT / 4 p.m. ET, will be televised on USA Network, with Steve Schlanger and Dr. John Giannini providing commentary. Radio coverage will be available on 104.1 FM / 1120 KMOX, featuring longtime SLU radio voices Bob Ramsey and Earl Austin Jr., who will call the action for all Billiken games this season. The Billikens, ranked No. 25 in the AP Top 25, have secured at least a share of the Atlantic 10 regular-season title and are positioned to claim the outright championship with a win on Saturday or a loss by VCU on Friday. They have already locked in the top seed for next week’s A-10 Championship in Pittsburgh, where they will face the winner of Thursday’s 8/9 game on March 13 at 11:30 a.m. ET. Saint Louis enters the game with a 27-3 overall record and a 15-2 mark in conference play, making them the top seed in the A-10 tournament. The team has set a single-season record for 3-pointers made (336) and is on pace to break the A-10 scoring record (87.3 points per game) and the NCAA record for points in a season (2,665). They rank seventh nationally in scoring offense at 88.8 points per game and lead the NCAA in 3-point field goal percentage (.412). Four Billikens are among the top five in the A-10 in 3FG%. Defensively, the team ranks first in field goal percentage defense (.372) and fifth in 3FG% defense (.289). Robbie Avila leads the team in scoring and is the third NCAA center in history with 200+ career 3-pointers. He averages 4.2 assists per game and 1.9 3-pointers. Trey Green, the A-10 leader in 3-pointers made per game (2.#saint_louis_billikens #george_mason #atlantic_10 #eaglebank_arena #chaifetz_arena
