As we inch closer to hoops season with scrimmages getting underway, preseason predictions are flying from every which direction, many of which aren’t quite sure what to make of this year’s VCU Rams. The black and gold were predicted to finish ninth in last year’s A-10 preseason standings, only to finish second in the regular season prior to making a run to the A-10 Championship game where they would eventually fall to a St. Bonaventure team who looks poised for a historic upcoming season themselves.
While the general consensus doesn’t seem to have VCU anywhere near as low as they were predicted to finish in last year’s preseason polls, many people have their doubts on how good the Rams can be. I have several reasons why I would caution betting against Mike Rhoades and Co. this upcoming season.
CONSISTENT RECRUITING VIRTUALLY UNMATCHED IN THE A-10
Mike Rhoades and his staff haven’t exactly reached Shaka Smart recruiting levels since taking over on Broad St. yet, but they haven’t...
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