Manhattan University Athletics

Riverdale, N.Y. (December 6, 2007)- The men's basketball program looks to carry the momentum from its last game into the Jaspers' MAAC opener, as Manhattan will host Saint Peter's College on Friday, December 7, in the conference opener for both teams.  The game is slated to begin at 7:00 p.m.

Today's Matchup: The Jaspers return home to Draddy Gym to open MAAC play on Friday, December 7. Manhattan will host Saint Peter's College in a game slated to begin at 7:00 p.m. Manhattan leads the all-time series with the Peacocks, 62-43, and has won four of the last five and 15 of the last 18 meetings. Last season, the Jaspers swept the season series, winning 71-66 in Jersey City, and 58-51 in Riverdale. The Jaspers have played the Peacocks more than any other team, as this will be the 106th meeting between the two programs. Antoine Pearson averaged 12.5 points, 3.5 assists, and 3.0 steals over the two matchups last season.

MAAC Openers: Manhattan has posted 13-13 all-time record in MAAC openers, has won five of its last six MAAC openers, and five of its last six MAAC home openers.

What's Next?: Following today's game, the Jaspers continue MAAC play, traveling to Baltimore, Md. to take on the Loyola College Greyhounds on Sunday, December 9. Manhattan leads the all-time series, 29-13, and has won five of the last six games and 15 of the last 17. Last season, the two programs split the season series, with Loyola taking a 77-58 decision in Riverdale, and the Jaspers returning the favor with a 70-68 win.

All-time record: Manhattan is in its 102nd season of men's basketball. The Jaspers' overall record is 1207-1042 (.537), while the team has posted a 201-202 (.499) record over 26 seasons of MAAC play. The men's basketball program was established in 1904-05 and has taken two seasons off (1943-44 and 1944-45) due to World War II. In 55 of the program's 101-plus seasons, including the four of the last six seasons, the Jaspers have posted a .500 or better record. Manhattan's 200 MAAC wins makes them just the second MAAC team to reach 200 wins in conference, joining Iona College.

Jaspers Live on the Internet: For the 10th consecutive year, Manhattan College's men's basketball games will be broadcast live via the Internet. In partnership with Stretch Internet, followers of Manhattan basketball can now access the live play-by-play of all Jasper games. A link to the broadcast is available on Manhattan College's website (GoJaspers.com). Ed Cohen and Brian Mahoney will serve as the voices of Jasper basketball. Each broadcast will begin with the "Coach's Pre-Game Report" 15 minutes prior to tip-off.

MAAC Weekly Honors: Freshman guard Rashad Green was named MAAC Men's Basketball Rookie of the Week for the week ending December 2, after averaging 15.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.5 blocks per game.