Timo might be our best option inside and he has a knack for getting offensive boards. He needs to add 10 lbs of muscle in the offseason and he will be pretty good in the paint his last 2 seasons. I like the strides he's made, tho his 3-point shooting needs a LOT of work!
I think I agree for this game in particular he gave some leash for Zobrist. In general I don't see Wardle's style of micro manage then pull at any sign of mistake is very conducive for developing freshmen who will make mistakes.
Burch is hurt. Every time he was off the court he had a back brace on. Probably affects his explosiveness.
I saw this too late in the game Tommy! Explains a lot why he has only attempted like 2 dunks all season!
Spot on about his micro managing this team. Last season he was a lot calmer on the sideline and let the guys play more freely but it is the complete opposite now. My opinion is players should not be pulled after one mistake whether is was on defense or offense. You have to allow them to play thru mistakes so they will learn from them. Pulling them out immediately to me is not the answer plus I am pretty sure when that mistake happen they are full aware of what they did wrong and will try to fix it on their own.My observation Wardle seems to micro manage and pull guys as soon as they make mistakes. Just my interpretation. Maybe some is warranted and perhaps it is things like "guys come on we just went over this or that in pregame". He has been successful so what do I know.
While on the bench, Burch was wearing some sort of belt on the lower back that I believe provides a small electric stimulation. I have a feeling he was not at 100% and it impacted his game. Hopefully whatever it is isn’t a problem.Burch did a lot of driving/slashing last night - just didn't finish - he missed an easy 8-foot floater (airball) and 2 or 3 bunny layups. He's got to gain confidence in his "short game" much like I need to on the golf course!!!
Saturday is the Reunion Celebration for the teams from 1985-86, 1995-96, and 2005-06, and a number of the players from those teams will attend a celebration at the Pere Marquette at 4:30 pm, and attend the 7:00 pm game at Carver Arena against UIC.
alumnievents.bradley.edu
Wow! What a night it should be! But...uh...what about the 2015-'16 team?? They were a big part of Coach Wardle's 200 wins at BU!!!Saturday is the Reunion Celebration for the teams from 1985-86, 1995-96, and 2005-06, and a number of the players from those teams will attend a celebration at the Pere Marquette at 4:30 pm, and attend the 7:00 pm game at Carver Arena against UIC.
Information- https://bradleybraves.com/news/2025...-30-40-year-anniversaries-of-three-teams.aspx
I haven't seen a list of the players who will attend, other than Hersey Hawkins who has been announced. It should be a great event.
Tickets are required and It's not too late to get them. They are only $10, which gets you admission to the event at the Pere Marquette Ball Room, and includes hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and a chance to meet and talk with the players attending.
Note that Braves Club members receive complimentary admission to the Reunion Event, but you still must register here-
Men's Basketball Pregame Reunion Event 2026 - Alumni Relations
Event on Bradley University
Umm, 5-27 record, so just missed qualifying.Wow! What a night it should be! But...uh...what about the 2015-'16 team?? They were a big part of Coach Wardle's 200 wins at BU!!!
The Reunion Celebration for the 85-86, 95-96 & 05-06 teams are being honored before the game and I would think some of them plan to be there at the game which will hopefully inspire the 25-26 team on to victory.