Get to Know the Marist Basketball Roster
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Get to know the Marist basketball roster for the upcoming season. From the star player to the benchwarmers, get to know all the players that will be taking the court this year.
Introduction
The Marist basketball team is composed of student-athletes who have a passion for the game and who work hard to compete at the highest level. Get to know the members of the team and their individual stories.
Red Foxes Roster
Learn about the Marist men’s basketball team, otherwise known as the Red Foxes. This year’s roster is full of young and talented athletes who are looking to take the team to new heights. The Red Foxes compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
###Red Foxes Roster
| No. | Player | Pos. | Height | Weight | Year | Hometown|
| — | —— | — | —— | —— | —--| ——--|
| 1| Michael Cubbage | G | 6-3 | 185 | So. | Baltimore, MD|
| 2| Jordan Jones | G/F | 6-6 | 205 | Jr. Jacksonville, FL|
| 3| Jared Hempstead | G/F 6-7 240 Jr. Leicester, England|
|| Braden Bellingo || F 6-9 225 Fr. Syracuse, NY
The Coaching Staff
The Marist basketball coaching staff is led by Head Coach John Dunne. Coach Dunne is entering his 14th season as a head coach, and his 6th season at Marist. He has led the Red Foxes to 5 postseason appearances, including 3 NCAA tournaments. Under his leadership, the team has compiled a 149-121 record.
Assistant coaches Mike Maker and Dwayne Stephens help Coach Dunne lead the team. Coach Maker is in his 4th season on the staff, and was previously the head coach at Williams College and Army West Point. His extensive experience has helped the team to develop a strong foundation. Stephens is in his 1st season on staff, but has coached at numerous levels, including a 3-year stint as an assistant coach with the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets. His wealth of knowledge has been a valuable asset to the team.
The coaching staff is rounded out by Director of Operations Will Weaver and Graduate Assistant Conor Rohn. Weaver is entering his 2nd season with the program, and Rohn is in his 1st season. Both Weaver and Rohn were standout student-athletes at Marist, and their insight into the game has been invaluable to the team’s success.
The Schedule
The Schedule
The Marist basketball team will take on a tough non-conference schedule this season, highlighted by games against Marquette, Maryland, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Villanova. The Red Foxes will also face off against MAAC foes such as Siena, Quinnipiac, Monmouth, Manhattan, and Iona.
The Rivalries
The Marist basketball team is full of rivals, but the biggest one is undoubtedly between senior guard Khallid Hart and junior guard David Knudsen. The two have been battling it out for the starting spot since they were freshman, and there’s no love lost between them.
Hart is the more talented player, but Knudsen is the harder worker and he’s never afraid to get physical. Their battles on the court are always intense, and they’re both determined to be the one who comes out on top.
The rivalry between Hart and Knudsen is just one of many on the Marist basketball team. There are also plenty of battle lines drawn between the players from different states, as well as between the black and white players on the team. But regardless of where their loyalties lie, they all know that they need to come together if they want to win games.
The Fans
One of the best parts of being a Marist basketball fan is getting to know the team. There are eleven members of the 2018-2019 roster, and each one brings something special to the court. Here’s a quick guide to getting to know the Red Foxes.
Sophomores
-Kiran Desai is a 5’9” guard from Bridgewater, NJ. She was a key member of last year’s team, averaging 4.4 points per game.
– Mahopac, NY native Alexa Gutsche is a 6’0” forward who averaged 3.8 points and 2.9 rebounds per game as a freshman.
– Sydney Holloway is a 6’2” center from Montgomery, NY. She played in all 30 games as a freshman, averaging 2.1 points and 1.9 rebounds per game.
– Nicole Johnson is a 5’10” guard from New Rochelle, NY. She averaged 2.8 points and 1.1 rebounds per game last season.
– Rebekkah Brunson is a 5’11” forward from Brooklyn, NY. She battles for rebounds, averaging 4.7 per game last season to go along with her 10 points per game scoring average.
The Arena
####Heading: The Roster
The 2017-2018 Marist Men’s Basketball team is composed of 15 players, all of whom have different stories and backgrounds. In order to get to know them a little better, we’ve compiled brief bio’s on each player. Learn about their hometowns, interests, and what they hope to achieve while at Marist.
The History
The Marist basketball team has been a force to reckon with ever since its inception in 1929. The team has produced some of the finest players in the history of the sport and has won several championships over the years. Today, the Marist basketball roster is made up of some of the most talented players in the country. Here is a closer look at some of the members of the team.
The Traditions
The Marist basketball team is one of the most tradition-rich programs in all of college basketball. From their iconic uniforms to their storied rivalry with Manhattan, the Red Foxes have a rich history that extends well beyond the court. Here are just a few of the team’s most iconic traditions.
One of the most unique aspects of Marist basketball is their uniform design. The team has worn red and white since their inception in 1929, but it wasn’t until 1949 that they began sporting their now- signature piping down the sides of their jerseys. This piping is said to represent the Hudson River, which runs through Marist’s home town of Poughkeepsie.
Another defining feature of Marist basketball is their rivalry with Manhattan College. The two teams first met on the court in 1929, and they have been playing each other ever since. The series is currently tied at 55 wins apiece, making it one of the most evenly matched rivalries in all of college basketball.
Finally, one tradition that is sure to get fans on their feet is the team’s post-game celebration. After every home win, the Red Foxes circle around their student section and jump up and down in unison, much to the delight of the screaming fans. It’s a tradition that dates back to head coach Matt Brady’s tenure in the early 2000s, and it’s one that shows no signs of slowing down any time soon.
The Future
The Marist basketball team is filled with young, up-and-coming players who are poised to make an impact on the program in the years to come. Get to know the future of Marist basketball with this list of players to watch.
