Nova - Stoney Brook game thread?

[PhillyApp1]

Does anybody have updates??

[Catbooster]

It hasn't started yet

[Pards Rule]

So this is the thread - just erase the question mark LOL

[danefan]

Looks like pretty good attendance for SBU. Less than last year's game against Albany, but that's no surprise.

This should be a great game.

[Screamin_Eagle174]

Coker is straight abusing Nova on their first drive, after starting at their 1 or 2.

[danefan]

I have a feeling Coker is going to break out in the playoffs. Hs been quiet all year with Maysonnet as the starter, but Coker is so powerful and power wins in the playoffs.

[superman7515]

So this is the thread - just erase the question mark LOL

And take the non-existent "e" out of Stony Brook.

[danefan]

SBU is about to use all the first quarter clock.

[kdinva]

Does anybody have updates??

again, it's spelled: "Stony"........why do so many of my brothers on this site assume it's "StonEy"?

[kdinva]

Stony up 7-0.......14:32 in the 2nd.

[Nickels]

14-0 Stony. Running the ball well so far.

[Pards Rule]

Yeah I felt this was a Stony game. Maybe Stoney (it has the "E") beer after the game? There is a brand brewed in western PA by the family of a Lafayette grad I went to school with back in early 80s.

[danefan]

Yeah I felt this was a Stony game. Maybe Stoney (it has the "E") beer after the game? There is a brand brewed in western PA by the family of a Lafayette grad I went to school with back in early 80s.
Even better

http://www.parchednomore.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/SamAdamsStonyBrookRed.jpg

[Pards Rule]

Even better

http://www.parchednomore.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/SamAdamsStonyBrookRed.jpg

Even better! Yes!

[VUCats02]

With the way Nova played in that first half, they are very fortunate to only be down by 2 scores. Hopefully something changes at the half. Nova has to put 9 guys in the box and count just make Stony beat them with the pass.

[Pards Rule]

http://www.stoneysbeer.com/ For those that want to drink outside the lines!

[mainejeff]

Stony Brook should not have been given an at-large berth!!!xlolx

Towson fans.......EAT THIS!xblehx

[aceinthehole]

Stony Brook is a legit National Championship contender.

[Pards Rule]

MM is a freaking beast! I read his stats in the Pard game last year and was happy he graduates before we play again!

[Twentysix]

Stony Brook is a legit National Championship contender.

Keep in mind these are the play-in teams.

[danefan]

Stony Brook is a legit National Championship contender.

Yup. I've been saying it for almost all season. Their running game will last the playoffs. L

[mainejeff]

Keep in mind these are the play-in teams.

Keep in mind Stony Brook went toe to toe with the National Runner-Up last season.

Stony Brook is a legit Top 10 team.......they should not be playing in the first round.

[aceinthehole]

Yup. I've been saying it for almost all season. Their running game will last the playoffs. L

Me too, I saw it up close in week 1. As good as the running game is, they still need solid QB play. I hope the injury to the starter doesn't have a major impact.

[Pards Rule]

Score update please? Time?

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Score update please? Time?


Just about to kickoff the second half. SBU to receive...

[BisonBohl]

Little surprised with the score here, thought Nova would be doing much better. Might have under-estimated Stoney Brook.

[BisonBohl]

Score update please? Time?

14-0 Stoney Brook, start of the 3rd.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

SBU grinding out good yards to start the 2nd half...

[Pards Rule]

It seemed like Coach Talley was predicting a less than stellar effort in quotes in this morning's Philadelphia Inquirer noting his team was "banged up" and would have liked to have a week of rest.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Villanova forces a huge turnover!

[Pards Rule]

Where? How? I dont have 3 :(

[BisonBohl]

14-3 SB

[Mattymc727]

How did Stony Brook lose to Liberty? They look great

[Pards Rule]

Eh, I think every team has a "down" game or two during the long season even when they are outstanding.

[danefan]

How did Stoney Brook lose to Liberty? They look great

Turnovers put them behind and they got forced out of their game plan and had to throw. that led to more turnovers.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

How did Stoney Brook lose to Liberty? They look great

Conference road game...

[superman7515]

Where? How? I dont have 3 :(

http://espn.go.com/watchespn/index

[Pards Rule]

http://espn.go.com/watchespn/index

Exc!!! Thx Supe! You are!

[Mattymc727]

Turnovers put them behind and they got forced out of their game plan and had to throw. that led to more turnovers.

I think it goes to show how hard it is to play winning football over the course of a season, especially at this level and with full time students. Anygivensaturday

[Mr. C]

Stony Brook just hit a hooking, wind-blown field goal. Stony Brook 17, Villanova 3. 2:23 left in the third period.

[danefan]

Stony Brook just hit a hooking, wind-blown field goal. Stony Brook 17, Villanova 3.

You made it! Too bad SBU ran out the whole game on you.

[Pards Rule]

I see you made it Mr C :) - congrats on the Island!

[Mr. C]

Villanova misplays the kickoff. Stony Brook ball on the VU 25.

[danefan]

Wind is playing a factor too here. SBU won't care though. They've onl thrown the ball 4 times!....

[Mr. C]

I see you made it Mr C :) - congrats on the Island!

Too many out-of-state plates trying to get through traffic in Brooklyn. It was fine when I got on the Island. Cold and very, very windy here.

[VUCats02]

This game is over...Great performance by SB. Nova did not show up today. Still, they were picked to get 8th in the CAA this year so can't complain on the season. Pretty much everyone returns next year. Maysonet just couldn't be stopped today.

[danefan]

This game is over...Great performance by SB. Nova did not show up today. Still, they were picked to get 8th in the CAA this year so can't complain on the season. Pretty much everyone returns next year. Maysonet just couldn't be stopped today.

Great turnaround for Nova. Next season will be different. I'm looking forward to a visit to Philly or a home game against Nova.

[Mr. C]

Wind is playing a factor too here. SBU won't care though. They've onl thrown the ball 4 times!....

Two teams that shouldn't be playing this weekend. Still don't know how teams like New Hampshire and Illinois State got top-12 seeds.

[ITmonarch10]

This game is pretty much over.

[Pards Rule]

Warm up those Pennsy-plated buses

[SeattleGriz]

Two teams that shouldn't be playing this weekend. Still don't know how teams like New Hampshire and Illinois State got top-12 seeds.

Not trying to be snarky, but with the way Nova is playing, they will only perpetuate bad placement of deserving teams.

[Webzy]

no doubt Stony Brook is a legit top 5, championship contender team. I've seen them up live when they played GDub. Massive Oline and to go along with that, FAST! they can pull like no other. Then you have two NFL prospect RB's in Coker and Maysonet. Defense is solid too.

As good and efficient as Essington (sp?) is you have to take him out of his comfort zone, stony brook in general and make them pass. like Liberty did. they are TO prone. As stated

[VUCats02]

Not trying to be snarky, but with the way Nova is playing, they will only perpetuate bad placement of deserving teams.

SB is a bad matchup for Nova, but that doesn't mean Nova was undeserving of a first round bye. This post doesn't really make any sense to me.

[Mr. C]

FGA attempt is good for Stony Brook, 20-3 with 13:33 left.

[Mr. C]

And Charlie Cobb is going to tell me that Stony Brook was one of the last two teams into the field. Horrendous. I'll tell Charlie in person next Saturday.

[Reign of Terrier]

Stony Brook is just look an option team IMO....let's not jump too hard on their bandwagon (though they scare me), there are plenty of other teams that are just as good and play similar styles of offense in that they are run first teams that play good defense (SDSU, NDSU, Wofford, GSU on the top of my head) that have the potential to impress in their opening round games as well.

[Mr. C]

Robertson just slightly overthrew Norman White, who was behind the defense. That could have been six right there. The wind.

[Mr. C]

Robertson is sacked. 3rd and 17. Nice throw as Robertson is hit, but the pass is short of the first down.

[Lehigh'98]

Congrats Stony Brook. Great day for NYC area teams.

[Mr. C]

Villanova going for it on 4th and 3 from the 32.

[SeattleGriz]

SB is a bad matchup for Nova, but that doesn't mean Nova was undeserving of a first round bye. This post doesn't really make any sense to me.

I agree with what you are saying, as there are other 8-3 teams Nova could have easily been swapped with, but still losing to a Big South team doesn't look good.

Now, with that being said, I think Stony Brook is tough as hell. Certainly not trying to act like I am on some high horse considering my team went 5-6.

[Mr. C]

Norman White drops a throw just past the 40. Stony Brook ball at the VU 32 with 12:06 left.

[VUCats02]

Too many dropped passes. Again, Nova just did not show up today. You can definitely tell this team was expecting a bye.

[Mr. C]

Miguel Mausonet had 157 yards through three quarters. He's be my pick right now for national offensive player of the year.

[Mr. C]

3rd and 6 for SBU at the 28.

[Mr. C]

Misfire on a pass. The QB threw one route and the receiver ran another. Another FGA from 45 with 10:37 left.

[Mr. C]

The kick is wide left.

[Mr. C]

I agree with what you are saying, as there are other 8-3 teams Nova could have easily been swapped with, but still losing to a Big South team doesn't look good.

Now, with that being said, I think Stony Brook is tough as hell. Certainly not trying to act like I am on some high horse considering my team went 5-6.

Forget what conference Stony Brook is from. This team is going to be a tough out, as Sam Houston State found out last year.

[Mr. C]

Too many dropped passes. Again, Nova just did not show up today. You can definitely tell this team was expecting a bye.

And should have received one as the CAA auto-bid.

[Mr. C]

Poppy Livers with a 1st down catch.

[SeattleGriz]

Forget what conference Stony Brook is from. This team is going to be a tough out, as Sam Houston State found out last year.

I agree, but Nova should have more than 3 points shouldn't they? Some people forget teams get screwed in first round match ups due to locales.

[Mr. C]

3rd and 6 from the 42. Joe Price with a nice grab on the sideline to midfield for a first down.

[Mr. C]

I agree, but Nova should have more than 3 points shouldn't they? Some people forget teams get screwed in first round match ups due to locales.

The top-12 is suppose to be determined first, but this field was starting to be put in place BEFORE the games last weekend were played from looking at the bracket.

[Mr. C]

Livers with a leaping catch and JR scrambles to the SBU 31. Monangai for the 1st down at the 28.

[Mr. C]

Price with an out and a catch at the 22.

[Sam_Kats]

SB's rushing attack will give ANYONE fits. Here's to an upset in Bozeman next week. Those 2 RB's are STUDS.

[Mr. C]

Robertson untouched on the QB draw. Great blocking on that one.

[Mr. C]

Stony Brook 20, Villanova 10 with 6:57 left in the fourth quarter.

[SeattleGriz]

The top-12 is suppose to be determined first, but this field was starting to be put in place BEFORE the games last weekend were played from looking at the bracket.


I still agree, but what I am simply trying to say is that if Nova was so good, they should have taken care of business, or at this point, made the game much more competitive.

As I stated earlier, this might be an indicator that the CAA is down again this year.

Not trying to be a d!ck, just pointing out the obvious.

[Walkon79]

If their starter doesn't play at QB next week, they'll have a long day in Bozeman. Bobcat front 7 is WAY better than what Nova has shown.


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[Mr. C]

I've been saying since the draw came out that the winner of the Stony Brook-Villanova game would beat Montana State.

[SeattleGriz]

SB's rushing attack will give ANYONE fits. Here's to an upset in Bozeman next week. Those 2 RB's are STUDS.

Should be interesting. MSU shut Montana's running game down pretty well, but we had absolutely no passing game when needed. SB hasn't had to show a passing game yet, and also hasn't had to play in the cold.

I don't mean to overplay the cold, but it really is a big deal.

[Sam_Kats]

Gonna HAVE to be better. They're averaging 6 YPC vs Nova.

[SeattleGriz]

I've been saying since the draw came out that the winner of the Stony Brook-Villanova game would beat Montana State.

Normally I would agree, but since MSU has been beaten by running teams badly in the last couple of playoffs, I would hope they have the personnel stop that attack.

I have no inklings as to who will win...unless it is cold! ha.

[Mr. C]

Fair Catch by Stony Brook on the same kickoff that ruined Villanova earlier. SBU ball at 34.

[Mr. C]

Normally I would agree, but since MSU has been beaten by running teams badly in the last couple of playoffs, I would hope they have the personnel stop that attack.

I have no inklings as to who will win...unless it is cold! ha.

I thought that either of these teams were a tough matchup for Montana State.

[Mr. C]

SBU comes up short of a first down on 3rd down.

[SeattleGriz]

I thought that either of these teams were a tough matchup for Montana State.

You would know better than me, Mr C. I can only comment after the game is over. Don't get enough chances to see everyone and don't have the ability (football savvy) to watch a team and compare them to another.

[Mr. C]

4th and 1 for Stony Brook and the punt goes into the end zone barely. VU ball at the 20 with 4:40 left.

[Mr. C]

Norman White is sandwiched on a pass and Robertson is forced to throw it away on second down under heavy duress. 3rd and 10.

[Mr. C]

Robertson throws behind a receiver and Davonte Anderson intercepts it and returns the ball to the VU 17.

[Kramden]

If these guys play like this, they could go all the way. They simply pound you.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

Nice job by Stony Brook but it'll take more than one close loss to Sam Houston to convince me they are for real. No team that got blown out by Temple was going to make it far in the playoffs. Not surprised at all here.

[Sam_Kats]

Johnny Ballgame.

[Mr. C]

3rd and 6 coming up for SBU at the 13. The Seawolves should try to put it away here.

[Mr. C]

Nice job by Stony Brook but it'll take more than one close loss to Sam Houston to convince me they are for real. No team that got blown out by Temple was going to make it far in the playoffs. Not surprised at all here.

You really don't have a clue on that one. The team that lost to Temple isn't close to the same one that won the CAA auto bid.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

If their starter doesn't play at QB next week, they'll have a long day in Bozeman. Bobcat front 7 is WAY better than what Nova has shown.


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SBU is so phyical. Montana is the only team that really compares imo.

[Walkon79]

Sorry, not impressed so far. SB is solid, no doubt, but the Cats are very fast on D and tackle well. SB is also turnover prone and the Cats have one of the best redzone offenses in the country. Give us a short field and they're in trouble.

Combine that with 15-17,000 crazy fans, altitude, and a cold Bozeman night, and I'm not worried at all.

Keep thinking that this is the same defense as 10 and 11 at your own peril, Mr C!


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[Mr. C]

Coker ran for a first down, but the ball was called back for holding and the next run sets up a fourth and 14.

[Mr. C]

Villanova holds and takes over at the 22 with 1:21 left. Still a two-possession game.

[Mr. C]

Sorry, not impressed so far. SB is solid, no doubt, but the Cats are very fast on D and tackle well. SB is also turnover prone and the Cats have one of the best redzone offenses in the country. Give us a short field and they're in trouble.

Combine that with 15-17,000 crazy fans, altitude, and a cold Bozeman night, and I'm not worried at all.

Keep thinking that this is the same defense as 10 and 11 at your own peril, Mr C!


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Villanova is fast and tackles well too and is about to get beat by Stony Brook.

[Sam_Kats]

Just an observation, Walkon. To say you're 'not worried' really sums it up.

Cats were supposed to be for real last yr too. Tackled well, fast defense, physical upfront...yada, yada, yada. That one got UGLY.

[Mr. C]

Robertson was hit on a second-down throw after the first down pass was dropped near the sideline.

[Mr. C]

Another throw sails incomplete. 4th and 10.

[Pards Rule]

Here it goes...the end

[Mr. C]

Robertson runs out of bounds at the sticks on the scramble. 1st down at the 31. 55.4 seconds left.

[Mr. C]

Robertson runs to the 35. 46.6 seconds left.

[Mr. C]

Robertson over the middle to Norman White at the VU 49.

[Walkon79]

Villanova is fast and tackles well too and is about to get beat by Stony Brook.

I don't see any speed on the Nova front 7. Sorry I just don't.


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[Mr. C]

Robertson runs to the 47 of SBU with 12 second left.

[Mr. C]

Robertson is sacked and that's it.

Stony Brook 20
Villanova 10

Big surprise with this one.

[Pards Rule]

Congrats SBU

[Walkon79]

Just an observation, Walkon. To say you're 'not worried' really sums it up.

Cats were supposed to be for real last yr too. Tackled well, fast defense, physical upfront...yada, yada, yada. That one got UGLY.

Same D, just a year older, faster and stronger. Sure hope u guys get to come to Bozeman.


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[ITmonarch10]

Should be interesting. MSU shut Montana's running game down pretty well, but we had absolutely no passing game when needed. SB hasn't had to show a passing game yet, and also hasn't had to play in the cold.

I don't mean to overplay the cold, but it really is a big deal. The conditions right now in New York, by the water, aren't exactly stellar just by listening to the announcers.

[Sam_Kats]

Me too. Same offense AND defense. To use your words, just a year older.

Got to beat a solid Cal Poly team first though.

[Southsider]

Robertson is sacked and that's it.

Stony Brook 20
Villanova 10

Big surprise with this one.

Why? SB solid all year. No surprise regardless of who won.

[Walkon79]

Me too. Same offense AND defense. To use your words, just a year older.

Got to beat a solid Cal Poly team first though.

Just hoping for a chance at redemption. I understand the doubters based on history. But I have a completely different vibe this year.


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[VUCats02]

Congrats SB. I am with Mr. C in predicting that you will go on to beat Montana State. Good luck! Your 2 RB's are killers.

[VUCats02]

Nice job by Stony Brook but it'll take more than one close loss to Sam Houston to convince me they are for real. No team that got blown out by Temple was going to make it far in the playoffs. Not surprised at all here.

The team that got blown out by Temple wouldn't have won 3 CAA games this year....This is a very ignorant comment.

[dungeonjoe]

Should be interesting. MSU shut Montana's running game down pretty well, but we had absolutely no passing game when needed. SB hasn't had to show a passing game yet, and also hasn't had to play in the cold.

I don't mean to overplay the cold, but it really is a big deal. for some Eastern and Southern teams, it is a big deal. For others, it is not. ;)

[DJnva]

How did Stony Brook lose to Liberty? They look great


How did ODU lose to Nova? They look horrible.

[DJnva]

And should have received one as the CAA auto-bid.

Frankly, I think the NCAA treated ODU as the auto-bid team and slotted UNH and Nova as 2nd place CAA squads.

[VUCats02]

How did ODU lose to Nova? They look horrible.

By 20+ points at your homecoming...

[DJnva]

By 20+ points at your homecoming...


I'm well aware of that. I was simply commenting on the huge difference between that Nova team and the one that played today.

[VUCats02]

Frankly, I think the NCAA treated ODU as the auto-bid team and slotted UNH and Nova as 2nd place CAA squads.

I think so too...but still doesn't mean that UNH should have gotten a bye while Nova did not get one.

[VUCats02]

I'm well aware of that. I was simply commenting on the huge difference between that Nova team and the one that played today.

Nova plays much better against passing oriented teams like ODU. Nova's offense is all about being in rhythmn, and when you play against a team that owns time of possession, you really get thrown out of your rhythm.

[VUCats02]

I'm not sure what the line on this game was, but I would have had to think that Nova was underdogs going into this game anyway. The only good news I can take out of this loss other than the fact that most of the team is returning is that Nova gets a chance at revenge next year with SB joining the CAA :P

[robsnotes4u]

People need to remember these are to of the lower teams in the tournament, of course teu can look good against each other. Look at how the prolific offense of EIU looked against SDSU today. I expect the same when these guys get to Bozeman. Totally different situation.


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[UAalum72]

Should be interesting. MSU shut Montana's running game down pretty well, but we had absolutely no passing game when needed. SB hasn't had to show a passing game yet, and also hasn't had to play in the cold.

I don't mean to overplay the cold, but it really is a big deal.
Current temperatures: Bozeman 41 degrees, wind chill 36. Stony Brook 38 degrees, wind chill 28

[Seawolf97]

Thanks for all the good thoughts. Essington returns next week so our wide receivers will get some work. They were silent today since we didnt pass with a new QB in there, # 25 Jordah Gush was out after the Coastal game with a fractured collarbone played today. Didnt get a touch but will next Saturday for sure-See ya in Montana !

[ecasadoSBU]

attendance under reported by Stony Brook. (4905)... that sucks. I won't know the actual attendance but it was at least 7900 strong.

Great win today. So Proud of my wolves. We defeated one of the top CAA teams so that's a good start

[danefan]

Stadium was almost completely full except the endzone and the victors side was standing room.

Cant blame the under reporting. Why pay the NCAA more than you have to.

[ecasadoSBU]

I agree with what you are saying, as there are other 8-3 teams Nova could have easily been swapped with, but still losing to a Big South team doesn't look good.

Now, with that being said, I think Stony Brook is tough as hell. Certainly not trying to act like I am on some high horse considering my team went 5-6.

Ya people think about conference affiliations too damn much... to the point that ya forget to think about talent beforehand. Who cares if SBU is a Big South team. Its ranked in the top 10 and we have a darn good team.

[VUCats02]

I'd be interested to see how this game would have played out if SB was in the CAA this year. Not trying to make excuses but Nova's last 3 games were playoff games, and SB was coming off a home game and a week's rest. I'll be eager to see if SB can go through the rigorous CAA schedule and still be healthy enough to perform in the playoffs.

[ecasadoSBU]

I'd be interested to see how this game would have played out if SB was in the CAA this year. Not trying to make excuses but Nova's last 3 games were playoff games, and SB was coming off a home game and a week's rest. I'll be eager to see if SB can go through the rigorous CAA schedule and still be healthy enough to perform in the playoffs.

what is this supposed to mean? are you serious? c'mon dude...

We played an entire season without a bye week and that included two FBS schools... we were defeated on our last game... I don't know what are you trying to set up here

All respect to Villanova and its fans. But today we were the better team and arguably all season long...

[HailSzczur]

Just got back from a very eventful trip to and from LI. Tip my hat to Stony Brook they played a great game. Hell of a rushing duo they've got there, I haven't looked at the stats yet, but my guess is they averaged about 7 yards a carry. Anything will be possible next weekend if they can control the possession like they did today. 39:30 while giving the ball up twice, thats just absurd.

[robsnotes4u]

Pretty hard to judge either team good or bad from this game without any common opponents, but seeing how they beat Colgate by 1 point I wouldn't be surprised that this game will be a lot like the SDSU game today, with MSU being SDSU.


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[SeattleGriz]

Current temperatures: Bozeman 41 degrees, wind chill 36. Stony Brook 38 degrees, wind chill 28

It could easily be in the single digits by Saturday, but the 10 day is looking rather balmy at 44!

[SeattleGriz]

Ya people think about conference affiliations too damn much... to the point that ya forget to think about talent beforehand. Who cares if SBU is a Big South team. Its ranked in the top 10 and we have a darn good team.

It's just history. If Stony Brook had stayed in the Big South and made some good runs, you can bet the Big South would get a ton more respect.

For example, look at Sam Houston last year. Nobody was giving them a shot, because for many years (since Hurricane Katrina) the Southland teams were not as strong as they used to be. They proved almost everyone wrong.

[VUCats02]

what is this supposed to mean? are you serious? c'mon dude...

We played an entire season without a bye week and that included two FBS schools... we were defeated on our last game... I don't know what are you trying to set up here

All respect to Villanova and its fans. But today we were the better team and arguably all season long...

Stony Brook's last 3 games weren't playoff games - All I'm saying. Nova was incredibly banged up in the trenches and SB was not, and you could tell from this game.

[Nova09]

For some reason I tortured myself to read through this whole thread and I cannot believe no one has mentioned the officiating. I know no one wants to hear about complaints about a call on a message board and it sounds like sour grapes, so let me start by saying I know people in the program at SB and I told them before the game I would wear my blue and white but the winner has my support the rest of the way.

Now, I won't even get into the fact that nearly every offensive play for SBU had at least one of a hold, illegal snap, or chop block, and that the spotting of the ball was consistently terrible. The 3 things I will point out, because they are the most concrete, are the end of a quarter when the play clock ran out just before the quarter but the refs just let the quarter end no penalty, Norm White being very blatantly held when he beat his man one on one in the 4th for a sure TD (approx 75 yds) and when the linesman SPOTTED THE BALL WHERE ROBERTSON THREW IT INCOMPLETE RATHER THAN THE ORIGINAL LINE OF SCRIMMAGE, which led to a conference of refs only after Nova coaches went off on them, and then not resetting the play clock when they respotted the ball correctly so we had to burn a TO!

I'm really sorry if this comes off the wrong way to SB fans, I just expected a great game and from what I saw on the field it would have been if the refs had more competence. Yes Nova was banged up and it showed and we had some uncharacteristic drops and this game would have been a battle to the end no matter what because SBU runs the ball so well, but I wanted to see a cleaner game out there. Disgusting for the playoffs.

[VUCats02]

For some reason I tortured myself to read through this whole thread and I cannot believe no one has mentioned the officiating. I know no one wants to hear about complaints about a call on a message board and it sounds like sour grapes, so let me start by saying I know people in the program at SB and I told them before the game I would wear my blue and white but the winner has my support the rest of the way.

Now, I won't even get into the fact that nearly every offensive play for SBU had at least one of a hold, illegal snap, or chop block, and that the spotting of the ball was consistently terrible. The 3 things I will point out, because they are the most concrete, are the end of a quarter when the play clock ran out just before the quarter but the refs just let the quarter end no penalty, Norm White being very blatantly held when he beat his man one on one in the 4th for a sure TD (approx 75 yds) and when the linesman SPOTTED THE BALL WHERE ROBERTSON THREW IT INCOMPLETE RATHER THAN THE ORIGINAL LINE OF SCRIMMAGE, which led to a conference of refs only after Nova coaches went off on them, and then not resetting the play clock when they respotted the ball correctly so we had to burn a TO!

I'm really sorry if this comes off the wrong way to SB fans, I just expected a great game and from what I saw on the field it would have been if the refs had more competence. Yes Nova was banged up and it showed and we had some uncharacteristic drops and this game would have been a battle to the end no matter what because SBU runs the ball so well, but I wanted to see a cleaner game out there. Disgusting for the playoffs.

There were also several instances where SB ran for first downs, but the game clock never stopped - it just continued to run like it does in the NFL. Probably something most people would never notice.

[Seawolf97]

Stony Brook's last 3 games weren't playoff games - All I'm saying. Nova was incredibly banged up in the trenches and SB was not, and you could tell from this game.

All the credit in the world to our QB on his first start. But you were banged up and we played with a complete rookie QB who many think should get a game ball. SBU held it 's poise throughout the game. and rallied around him. So I think that evens the injuries on both sides.

[VUCats02]

All the credit in the world to our QB on his first start. But you were banged up and we played with a complete rookie QB who many think should get a game ball. SBU held it 's poise throughout the game. and rallied around him. So I think that evens the injuries on both sides.

I was talking about injuries in the trenches.

[CHIP72]

Congrats to Stony Brook on an excellent win. I wish them luck during the remainder of the playoffs.

[Sam_Kats]

After seeing the Seawolves in the playoffs last year, their run @ the College World Series & them being a big story this season, WHO THE F&*k STILL CAN'T SPELL

S T O N Y
B R O O K??????

[Mr. C]

Here is the write-up on the game:

http://www.college-sports-journal.com/index.php/ncaa-division-i-sports/fcs-football/624-stony-brook-runs-into-the-second-round-with-20-10-victory-over-villanova

[Villa Nova]

We stunk it up for sure!xsmhx Just now able to bring myself around to give belated congrats to SB.

[Seawolf97]

After seeing the Seawolves in the playoffs last year, their run @ the College World Series & them being a big story this season, WHO THE F&*k STILL CAN'T SPELL

S T O N Y
B R O O K??????

Gotta LOVE You guys !!!!