Sports

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Early Season Misery in the MAC

Glens Falls Kid Made It Rain at Alumni

People who witnessed the men's basketball team play on Thursday night left Alumni Arena talking about one name that they probably won't soon forget - Jimmer Fredette. The All-American left fans with dropped jaws after his 28-point second half performance led No.

You're the Problem

Alumni Arena's maximum capacity is currently 6,100 seats. The average attendance this season for men's basketball games is currently 1,499 people per game. One word comes to mind when seeing that number ? embarrassing. Not every city is lucky enough to have a Division 1-A basketball team that is competitive almost every year and plays in such an accessible location.

"Tuck, Duck and Get Ready For Some Puck"

The best hockey players in the world are coming to Buffalo over winter break. And they're all under 20 years of age. The International Ice Hockey Federation's World Under 20 Championship (commonly known as "The World Juniors") is coming to Western New York to bring the best of the best to face off at HSBC Arena. Last year, the U.S.

Men's Club Hockey Poised to Make Nationals

If a foreigner visited UB for one winter day, they would probably assume we field a pretty good hockey team. Sadly to say, our university does not have a DI-level varsity hockey program ever since it was dropped in 1988.

Scouting Wisconsin

Green Bay Game Time: 2 p.m. at Alumni Arena on Saturday 2010-11 Record: 4-5 (1-1 Horizon) 2009-10 Record: 22-13 (11-7 Horizon) Last Meeting: Dec.

Mulkey Steals Show

The men's basketball team played its third Big Four rivalry game of the season on Wednesday night, and its opponent came into Alumni Arena with hopes of stealing a win from the Bulls. Too bad for the Niagara Purple Eagles (2-7, 0-2 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) that senior point guard Byron Mulkey ? the nation's steals leader ? beat them to it. For their third straight home game, the Bulls (5-3) scored more than 80 points and thus remain unbeaten at home after an 82-64 victory over Niagara.

Sports Briefs

James Starks Impresses in NFL Debut Former Bulls running back James Starks made his NFL debut on Sunday in the Green Bay Packers' 34-16 win over the San Francisco 49ers.

Records Sink at Zippy Invitational

There is arguably nothing better on a frigid weekend in Ohio than breaking records. That is just what the swimming team did this past weekend at the Zippy Invitational. The three-day event took place at the Ocasek Natatorium, the home of the Akron Zips.

Brown's Double-Double Not Enough for Bulls

A poor second-half performance proved to be the downfall for the women's basketball team, despite the 34th career double-double by senior forward Kourtney Brown. The Bulls (4-4) lost to Duquesne (6-1), 67-55 at Alumni Arena in a non-conference battle on Monday night. The first 20 minutes of the game went back and forth; the score was tied seven times, and there were five lead changes.

Scouting Niagara

2010-11 Record: 2-6, 0-2 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference 2009-10 Record: 18-15, 9-9 MAAC All-Time Series: Niagara leads 55-27 Game Time: Wednesday, 7 p.m. PLAYERS TO WATCH Anthony Nelson (Sr.

Hamel Reaches 100 Wins

It's hard to be disappointed with historic performances, but the wrestling team did not meet expectations over the weekend. On Sunday, the Bulls participated at the Penn State Open, a tournament that featured several top-25 teams with a number of elite wrestlers.

Bulls Prepare to Face Nationally Ranked Opponent

The most compelling game of the Buffalo college basketball season may just be while most students are preparing for New Year's in their hometowns during winter break. The Bulls (4-3) will host No.

"Despite Comeback, Bulls Fall Short"

Luck and great defense are usually a solid recipe for success when trying to win on the road. The men's basketball team didn't have either on Saturday night. The Bulls (4-3) overcame a 19-point second half deficit at the Reilly Center only to fall just short, losing 76-74 to St.

Bulls Look for a Christmas Miracle

While UB students are getting ready to welcome in the New Year, the women's basketball team will be preparing for one of its toughest challenges of the season. The Bulls (4-3) are participating in the 14th Annual Lehigh Christmas City Classic, where they are set to play Mississippi State (3-1) in the opening round. After a tough 2009-10 season in which they finished 7-23 (3-13 Mid-American Conference), Buffalo has come out with a vengeance this season.

Bulls Escape West Point

The men's basketball team traveled to West Point on Wednesday looking to remain undefeated in the state of New York this season. They did just that, barely. The Bulls (4-2) outlasted the Army Black Knights (4-3), 56-54.

More Than Just Money

Buffalo sports fans have constantly complained about the ownership of their two teams. The public feels that current Sabres owner and former politician Tom Golisano is too cheap.

Brown Does It Again

The women's basketball team traveled 10 minutes down the road looking to repeat what the men's team did earlier this year ? run Canisius out of its own gym. Buffalo (4-3) utilized a dominating second half performance to rout its Big Four rival 79-50 on Wednesday night. Both teams came out playing at a fast pace from the opening tip.

Disappointing Season Ends in Typical Fashion

The longest losing streak in college football this season was snapped last Friday afternoon. However, the Bulls' (2-10, 1-7 Mid-American Conference) skid will continue into next season. Buffalo fell 17 yards short of sending its seniors out with a come-from-behind victory in their final game of the season.

Fight the Good Fight

Have you ever met a person that really needed a good punch in the face? Andre Johnson has. We have all met those people.