Thursday, October 31, 2013

Colonials to play 4 games on ESPN networks

A lot of people wondered if RMU's win over Kentucky in the NIT would lead to more TV exposure for the program, and it appears it could have. One thing is for sure, it didn't hurt.

RMU will play four games on the ESPN Networks, including two NEC games, according to our friend over at colonialscorner.com Andrew Chiappazzi. (NOTE 11/6/13: The NEC released their full schedule today, and RMU will play a 5th TV game at Wagner on March 1st, their last game of the regular season.)



"The rematch" against Kentucky will be featured on ESPN 2, and will surely give RMU more exposure. I have a feeling they will talk about that upset at Sewall Center once or twice on the broadcast.

RMU will be on ESPN U when they travel to Stillwater Oklahoma to take on future lotto pick Marcus Smart and his highly ranked Cowboys.

Two NEC games will be featured on ESPN U including one at home.


RMU and Bryant is becoming a good rivalry and will be
showcased on ESPN U from Moon on 1/30, at 8pm.
This will be a huge game in the NEC, and should give the Colonial Crazies plenty of reason to come out in force. Last year, Bryant upset the Colonials in Moon over christmas break, but the Colonials returned the favor at Bryant to win the NEC regular season title. The game broke numerous NEC Front Row records, and produced a wild, rowdy crowd. Expect the Sewall Center to return the favor.

RMU will also be on ESPN U when they play at LIU, a game that has garnered a lot of attention not only around the NEC but nationally.

One other note: All of RMU's home games will be broadcasted online on NEC Front ROW, as will all their NEC road contests. We will try to provide links for the nonconference road games if they are available.


Lee Kunkel (@Kunkel5) --

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