Adviser pushes men’s hoops toward success in classroom
It doesn’t take an ESPN analyst to figure out that Shaka Smart has developed a winning recipe since taking over the VCU men’s basketball program in 2009. But even with a 131-44 overall record, Smart believes that success on the court starts in the classroom, and he has established strict guidelines to ensure that his team thrives academically.
Trainer keeps men’s hoops healthy
During a typical VCU men’s basketball game, most fans are focused on the skill of the opponent or how effective head coach Shaka Smart’s havoc defense will be on a given night.
Analysis: Atlantic 10 title not guaranteed for men’s hoops
The VCU men’s basketball team entered the 2013-14 season as clear favorites to win the Atlantic 10 conference, and though that remains a possibility, it won’t be an easy road for head coach Shaka Smart and his youthful squad.
Men’s soccer falls in A-10 semis
The VCU men’s soccer team suffered a devastating loss to George Mason University, falling 3-2 in the semifinals of the Atlantic 10 tournament on Friday, Nov. 15.
Analysis: Atlantic 10 shake-up favors VCU
The Atlantic 10 made a major splash in the college basketball scene a year ago, sending five teams to the NCAA tournament.
Women’s soccer prepares for A-10 tournament
The VCU women’s soccer team is heading into a critical two-game stretch before the Atlantic 10 tournament kicks off Nov. 7 at Sports Backers Stadium.
Men’s basketball picked to win A-10
In addition to its recent ranking of 15th in the national coaches poll, the VCU men’s basketball team was predicted to win the Atlantic 10 this upcoming season when official conference projections were released in the midst of A-10 Media Day on Oct. 8.