https://www.d3hoops.com en-us https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/onu-women-reload Ohio Northern's women reloaded with an experienced team. The veterans are hungry for another postseason opportunity and are far from content with their OAC success this season. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 13 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/onu-women-reload https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/hcac-rivals-alopecia HCAC opponents, two of the best players in the conference, have something else in common beside prolific scoring abilities. This week, they'll team up for something bigger than basketball. More in Around the Great Lakes. Mon, 05 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/hcac-rivals-alopecia https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/wells-family-grove-city After starting his college career in Canada, James Wells followed in the tradition of his two older sisters. The sophomore transfer has fit in at Grove City seamlessly, and now shares a spot in the record book with his sister. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 30 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/wells-family-grove-city https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/depauw-climbing-back DePauw's women won the 2013 national championship. This year's squad, at 17-1, has its eyes on the ultimate prize. The Tigers have been building to this moment. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 23 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/depauw-climbing-back https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/adrian-reset-button Following a disappointing 2016-17 season, the Bulldogs hit the reset button. The fresh start was just what the program needed, and now Adrian is thriving. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 16 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/adrian-reset-button https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/wittenberg-reloads-quickly A 13-0 start was not expected for a Tigers program that graduated four starters. But stingy defense, balanced offense, and instant chemistry have helped Wittenberg take charge in the NCAC. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/wittenberg-reloads-quickly https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/manchester-doss-trailblazer Kenny Doss took a long, winding, and at times frustrating path to Manchester. He's sharing his wisdom with Spartans underclassmen, just like he does for the youth in his hometown neighborhood in Chicago. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 02 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/manchester-doss-trailblazer https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/trine-no-surprise Last season the Trine Thunder were one of the biggest surprises, as MIAA champions and NCAA tournament participants. This year the Thunder won't surprise anyone, but they are rolling right into a showdown with the defending champions. Joe Sager has more. Tue, 19 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/trine-no-surprise https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/marietta-new-identity When you're a three-time defending conference champion, you don't want to change your identity. But Marietta has had to forge a new path this season following the graduation of A.J. Edwards. Joe Sager explains how the Pioneers' balanced attack continues to produce wins. Tue, 05 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2017-18/marietta-new-identity https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/polar-bears-stay-hot Ohio Northern completed an unblemished regular season. The Polar Bears know that they have unfinished business after consecutive years of disappointment in the OAC tournament. For the ONU ladies, 25-0 is just the start. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 21 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/polar-bears-stay-hot https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/st-vincent-back-on-top St. Vincent graduated eight players from last year's roster. Despite winning four straight PAC tournaments, the Bearcats were picked to finish second this year. Once the newcomers jelled with the handful of returning players, the Bearcats played their way back to a familiar position. Mon, 13 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/st-vincent-back-on-top https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/wynn-the-battle Geneva coach Lori Wynn made an uplifting return to the sidelines on January 28. The coach's spirits have been lifted by the outpouring of support from throughout the PAC. Everyone wants Lori to #WynnTheBattle. More in Around the Great Lakes. Mon, 06 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/wynn-the-battle https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/hope-culture-winning Over his 21 seasons, Brian Morehouse has learned how to adapt to the roster he has each year. This season's Hope squad is fast and deep. The one constant over the years: finding what it takes to win. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 31 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/hope-culture-winning https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/denison-locals The Big Red are in the top ten, led by a pair of Granville natives. Four starters are local products and summer league teammates, creating an atmosphere of excitement and chemistry around and within the program. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 24 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/denison-locals https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/cwru-women-turnaround Veteran leaders and an infusion of young talent have led the Spartans to a more explosive offensive output this season. The increased scoring has also led to wins. Now, Case Western Reserve returns home with sights set on a UAA crown. Tue, 17 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/cwru-women-turnaround https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/msj-lauren-hill-legacy Two years later, Lauren Hill's presence lives on through her coach and former teammates. The Lions are struggling this season, but have perspective thanks to their guardian angel. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 10 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/msj-lauren-hill-legacy https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/carnegie-mellon-tartans-reloaded Carnegie Mellon's women turned heads with a Sweet Sixteen run last season. Despite being hit hard by graduation, the Tartans reloaded and are playing up to heightened expectations this year. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 03 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/carnegie-mellon-tartans-reloaded https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/marietta-strong-start The Marietta Way calls for reloading. Despite graduating three starters and facing a grueling early-season schedule, the Pioneers are off and running. Joe Sager has more in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 06 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/marietta-strong-start https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/john-carroll-moran-sendoff Mike Moran's reign as Blue Streaks head coach will come to an end after a quarter century. His final squad wants to make sure he goes out on a high note. More in Around the Great Lakes. Mon, 28 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/john-carroll-moran-sendoff https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/wooster-reloaded The Fighting Scots made a surprising run to the Elite Eight last year. With 11 returning players, Wooster will not sneak up on anybody this year, and the internal expectations are even higher. Joe Sager has more in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 22 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2016-17/wooster-reloaded https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/denison-ncac-surprise Midway through the season, Denison coach Bob Ghiloni made the difficult decision to send one of his top players to the bench. David Meurer accepted his new role and responded by leading the Big Red to its second ever NCAC tournament title. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 01 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/denison-ncac-surprise https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/washington-jefferson-bellhy-family Sophomore Rachel Bellhy is the fourth of her siblings to play for the Presidents. Rachel and her sister Beka, a senior, helped make Washington and Jefferson the second-best team in the PAC. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 23 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/washington-jefferson-bellhy-family https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/marietta-men-oac In front of a sellout crowd, Marietta claimed sole possession of first place in the OAC. The victory came in large part thanks to a senior seeking out and rising to a challenge. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 16 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/marietta-men-oac https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/hope-morehouse-milestone The Flying Dutch continued their perfect season and earned head coach Brian Morehouse his 500th career victory. Hope's 2006 national championship team was in attendance, as were several past players who shared in their coach's historic moment. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 09 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/hope-morehouse-milestone https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/ncac-battle Wooster and Ohio Wesleyan split their regular season series in thrilling fashion. They could meet again in tournament play, but the road to a rematch will be a bumpy one in the competitive conference. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 02 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/ncac-battle https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/bluffton-women-history Thanks to 17 straight wins to open the season, Bluffton's women's team earned the program's first ever Top 25 ranking. Now, the No. 21 Beavers are trying to hold on for a HCAC title. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 26 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/bluffton-women-history https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/alma-men-turnaround Sam Hargraves has executed a turnaround at Alma. The Scots enter the backstretch of the season on the verge of their first conference title since 1978. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 19 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/alma-men-turnaround https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/oac-showdown The Blue Streaks set the standard in the OAC. The Purple Raiders want to reach that peak, but know they must get past John Carroll to get where they want to go. This Saturday's winner will have the edge going forward in 2016. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 12 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/oac-showdown https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/hcac-ncac-logjam As conference play heats up, four men's teams are tied atop the NCAC standings. But that's not as hotly contested as the HCAC, which has five teams tied for the lead entering play on Jan. 6. More in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 05 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/hcac-ncac-logjam https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/john-carroll-streaking The Blue Streaks are on a tear, opening the season 7-0. It's hard to beat a team averaging over 97 points per game. More on arguably the hottest team in the nation in Around the Great Lakes. Tue, 08 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT https://www.d3hoops.com/columns/around-the-region/greatlakes/2015-16/john-carroll-streaking