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Jameel Warney may have been a two-time America East Player of the year, he was not utilized as much as he should have been this past season. HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Points in the Paint: Four takeaways from this basketball season

The Statesman March 23, 2015
It is easy to attribute SBU missing out on the NCAA Tournament to one play in particular, but outside of inexperience, it was scoring the basketball that most often hurt SBU.
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The Seawolves suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Albany in the America East Championship game and again in the College Basketball Invitational matchup with Mercer. Both losses came as the result of last-second shots. HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Nwamu’s last-second shot ends Seawolves season in first round of CBI

David Vertsberger March 19, 2015
Stony Brook dealt with a serious case of déjà vu in its first-round CBI matchup with Mercer, falling at the hands of Ike Nwamu’s game-winner with 1.2 seconds to go.
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Seawolves once again come up short of NCAA Tournament after Hooley nails last-second three for Great Danes

Seawolves once again come up short of NCAA Tournament after Hooley nails last-second three for Great Danes

David Vertsberger March 14, 2015
Peter Hooley leapt on top of the media table as Albany fans crowded behind him, scouring the SEFCU Arena hardwood in celebration.
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BRIAN JENKINS / UVM ATHLETICS

Men’s basketball looking to make first trip to March Madness

David Vertsberger March 11, 2015
For the 2nd straight year, Stony Brook men’s basketball finds itself one game away from its 1st NCAA Tournament berth. And for the 2nd straight year, Albany is in the way.
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Deshaun Thrower (above, No. 1) came alive in the second half of Stony Brooks win over Vermont. The freshman scored 16 points in the games final 20 minutes. BRIAN JENKINS / UVM ATHLETICS

FINAL: Men’s basketball defeats Vermont 79-77, advances to finals

David Vertsberger March 8, 2015
The Seawolves made the same mistakes that hurt them against Vermont twice during the regular season in the first half of this game.
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Jameel Warney posts up against Magnus Richards early in the first half of the America East Quarterfinal game against Binghamton on Wednesday, March 4, 2015. Warney attempted only four shots in the first half, going into halftime with only three points. HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Warney’s double-double propels Seawolves past Bearcats, 62-57

David Vertsberger March 4, 2015
The season came full circle for Jameel Warney on Wednesday night when he stepped to the line for two crucial late-game free throws. See full gallery and Storify.
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The Stony Brook mens basketball team finished the regular season with a 21-10 overall record. The Seawolves will now look to take home their first America East Championship. HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Men’s basketball looks to finally earn chance to dance

David Vertsberger March 2, 2015
Here we are. The Stony Brook men’s basketball team is once again on the verge of taking on the America East for a shot at advancing to the NCAA Tournament.
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HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Seawolves end regular season on six-game win streak

David Vertsberger March 1, 2015
Stony Brook men’s basketball is heading to the America East Tournament with all the momentum the Seawolves could have hoped for.
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The performance of junior Brittany Snow has been one of the biggest reasons for her her teams strong play of late. BASIL JOHN / THE STATESMAN

Points in the Paint: Roland Nyama becoming a pivotal piece and women’s team hitting its stride

The Statesman February 24, 2015
Little has measured up to the challenge that the Seawolves will most likely face come March: playing and beating Albany on the road in SEFCU Arena in the postseason.
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CHRISTOPHER CAMERON / THE STATESMAN

Alan Alda lectures on scientists connecting with their audience

David Vertsberger February 24, 2015
Alan Alda gave a lecture titled “Getting Beyond a Blind Date with Science” to teach scientists how to effectively connect with audiences about their work.
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Roland Nyama (above, no. 24) went 5-5 from three-point range in the second half on his way to 22 points, his third 20-point outing of the season, in a 64-52 win over Binghamton. HEATHER KHALIFA / THE STATESMAN

Nyama’s 22 points lead Seawolves past Binghamton

David Vertsberger February 23, 2015
Not even the pounding snowfall outside could stop Seawolves freshman Roland Nyama from heating up on Saturday night.
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How sex affects athletic performance is still unresolved

David Vertsberger February 11, 2015

The athlete’s process of reaching to physical and psychological shape in anticipation of the big game or event is meticulous. Every meal, every nap, every routine has to be in accordance with what...

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