Friday---March 1, 2013

Harry Plumer looks at UMass' options if the A10 breaks up as is almost certain. FWIW, I would pick an option that tries to protect UMass hoops. I travel a lot and when I talk to people in other parts of the country, they remember UMass basketball.

Staying in the rump end of the Atlantic 10 would not be good for hoops or the Olympic sports. The new Big East would be light years better, but UMass would need to commit to better facilities for football. It looks like the Big Ten will be raiding the ACC for more schools and IMHO, UConn will eventually get an ACC bid. UMass could, if Coach Molnar can make us into a winner quickly.

Joining the MAC in all sports makes the most sense in a facilities-demographics point, but UMass is a Northeast school. Temple and UConn are our natural rivals. If the MAC added Army, it would be more attractive option.

The Wall Street Journal reports the Big East breakup picks up speed.

The Tampa Bay Times says the "Catholic Seven" will take the Big East name with them.

Meanwhile, a judge refused to dismiss the ACC's lawsuit against Maryland.

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Rant Sports says the MAC will release its 2013 football schedule shortly.

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Yesterday I blogged about UMass' upcoming Pro Day. NFL.com says Pro Days are important to potential free agents---- like Victor Cruz was.

Rant Sports has tapping into Victor Cruz's money.

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