By Budd Bailey It’s been a long time since Coach Rick Pitino first arrived in Upstate New York. Pitino was hired as an assistant coach in 1976 by the new…
Pitino’s journey continues
Niagara surprises Iona
By Budd Bailey Not too many Hall of Fame basketball coaches have turned up at the Gallagher Center at Niagara University for a game over the years. Even fewer Hall…
Niagara sprints to first MAAC win
By Budd Bailey, Buffalo Sports Page Columnist Sometimes, it’s necessary to be reminded just how diverse the sport of college basketball can be. Turn on the television most winter nights,…
