In a vote of league coaches, sports information directors and media members, DU was tabbed to finish 8th in The Summit League for the 2015-2016 season. South Dakota State was selected as the pre-season favorite. No DU players were selected as pre-season players of the year first or second teams. The prior two seasons the Pioneers were a pre-season number two selection. The Pioneers are heavy on under-classmen and lost their starting point guard, Jalen Love, to transfer. Last year, South Dakota State was selected as the pre-season favorite but was toppled by North Dakota State.
SUMMIT LEAGUE MEN’S BASKETBALL
2015-16 PRESEASON POLL
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Place
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Team
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Points (1st)
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1.
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South Dakota State
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541 (30)
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2.
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North Dakota State
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481 (3)
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3.
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Oral Roberts
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403 (1)
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4.
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Fort Wayne
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316
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5.
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South Dakota
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283
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6.
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IUPUI
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239
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7.
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Omaha
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192
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8.
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Denver
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164
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9.
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Western Illinois
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126
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DU women were selected for the 8th slot as well. They continue to feel the effects from the transfer of Kaily Edwards who will be playing for Boston College. DU's Paige Bradley is pre-season first team selection.
The men's & women's teams at last night's Fan Jam. (below)
LetsGoDU will be running a future article on the men's team, prior to the start of the season, looking ahead at the potential upside for 2015-2016.
The men's & women's teams at last night's Fan Jam. (below)
LetsGoDU will be running a future article on the men's team, prior to the start of the season, looking ahead at the potential upside for 2015-2016.
2 comments:
I'm surprised no one's commented on both basketball teams being picked to finish eighth in the Summit League. So I will. I find it embarrassing. I don't know much, or really anything, about the women's team.I can see the men finishing near the bottom of the league. Maybe 10 wins overall.
I am sure you are not alone. Shortly, we are coming out with our forecast for this season. I am certain it will generate some conversation. Join in when we do.
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