Fourth Estate/Allison Alberty Ask the Mind BY ALEXIS MCCAFFREY, STAFF WRITER Have you ever felt that rush of adrenaline before a game where you can feel your heartbeat beating so loud that everything else around you goes mute? Just for a moment, you find yourself in a place of excitement and fear for the game you are about to play. Playing sports on a competitive level such as … [Read more...] about MENTAL HEALTH IN SPORTS
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2021 forward Mouhamed Lamine Mbaye pledges to George Mason
By RYAN McMULLEN Mouhamed Lamine Mbaye, the 6-foot-9, 215-pound forward guard from Colorado Prep (CO), committed to George Mason on Thursday morning. He broke down his commitment with ZAGSBLOG. “I picked George Mason because I like the whole staff and I trust the coach. Me and my coaches and family helped me make the right decision.” Mbaye chose the Patriots over … [Read more...] about 2021 forward Mouhamed Lamine Mbaye pledges to George Mason
Edwards Says He Will Remain at George Mason (UPDATED)
UPDATE 5/3: After this was initially posted, Corey Edwards texted to say he spoke with an assistant coach at Miami, not directly with head coach Jim Larranaga. He said the assistant coach “asked me what do [you] think of Miami. He didn’t come out blatant and say would you come to Miami.” He also said, “In June I am goin to George Mason.” **** George Mason signee Corey Edwards … [Read more...] about Edwards Says He Will Remain at George Mason (UPDATED)
Gray, Edwards Reaffirm George Mason Commitment
One of Paul Hewitt’s first priorities after taking the George Mason job was to come to the New York area and meet with commits Vaughn Gray of St. Benedict’s and Corey Edwards of Christ the King. The former Georgia Tech coach met Wednesday with both players and both will remain committed to George Mason. “The meeting went well,” June Gray, Vaughn’s mother said by text. “Vaughn’s … [Read more...] about Gray, Edwards Reaffirm George Mason Commitment
Copes, Niang Commit; Recruiting Rundown
By ALEX KLINE On Sunday night, two very different — but talented – players made their college decisions. Erik Copes, a a 6-foot-8 2011 center out of Imhotep Charter in Pennsylvania, is headed to Geroge Mason. And Georges Niang (pictured), a 6-7 2012 forward out of the Tilton School in New Hampshire, has pledged to Iowa State. Copes, who was released from his letter of intent … [Read more...] about Copes, Niang Commit; Recruiting Rundown