Matur Dhal is far from the average basketball player. Listed at 6 feet 11 inches, he already stands out from the other players on the court. But what really sets him apart from the pack is his inspiring journey from South Sudan to now playing at Cal Poly. Growing up in South Sudan, Matur was […]
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The Divide: head coaches of women’s sports earn less than head coaches of men’s sports at Cal Poly
The women’s basketball team finished the 2020-2021 season with an overall record of 13-11. They also reached the semifinals of the Big West Tournament after beating Long Beach State in the quarterfinals, according to gopoly.com. The men’s basketball team finished last season with an overall record of 4-20. Despite a recent winning season, women’s basketball […]
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A look at the season ahead as basketball tips off
Men’s Basketball Cal Poly men’s basketball is gearing up to return to the hardwood for their 2021-22 season. In a 2020-21 season riddled with stoppages and restarts due to the pandemic, the Mustangs finished just 4-20 overall and 1-15 in Big West play, the program’s worst conference record ever. Despite the difficult season, the Mustangs […]
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Men’s Basketball suffers road sweep against UC Irvine 67-44
Cal Poly Men’s Basketball suffered a series sweep after a 67-44 loss to UC Irvine on Saturday, Jan. 23 inside Bren Events Center. The Mustangs (2-10, 0-6 Big West) looked to snap a seven-game losing streak in addition to earning their first win against a Big West opponent this season. Meanwhile, the Anteaters (8-4, 4-0 […]
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Head coach John Smith and graduate guard Jamal Smith prepare to face former team
Old teammates will face off Thursday at the Cal Poly Men’s Basketball game, as head coach John Smith and graduate guard Jamal Smith will play against their former team for the first time.
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Men’s Basketball runs out of steam at UC Irvine, loses third straight game
Cal Poly Men’s Basketball let a late lead slip away in a 74-67 loss to UC Irvine Saturday, Jan. 25 inside Bren Events Center. The Mustangs (4-15, 1-4 Big West) led by four points in the second half, but were outscored 16-9 by the Anteaters (12-9, 4-1) in the final five minutes. Sophomore guard Junior […]
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MN Now: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019
Mustang News reporter Kiersten Stevens brings you this week’s top stories: At-risk patient located after escaping from San Luis Obispo mental health facility Men’s Basketball takes down Siena 70-66 in first win of the season over a Division I opponent Alumna’s convertible heels dubbed the ‘perfect’ holiday gift on Ellen
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Go behind the scenes of Cal Poly Men’s Basketball in REBUILD Episode 2: Boot camp
A new era is beginning for Cal Poly Men’s Basketball. Mustang News follows the opening season of first year head coach John Smith and the rest of the team in the “REBUILD” series. In episode two, go behind the scenes of the team’s summer boot camp.
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REBUILD Episode 1: A fresh start for Men’s Basketball
A new era is beginning for Cal Poly Men’s Basketball. Mustang News follows the opening season of first year head coach John Smith and the rest of the Mustangs in the “REBUILD” series.
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Donovan Fields: a New York State of Mind
For the former Cal Poly point guard, his home is ingrained in him. Fields’ roots, formed through a childhood where toughness was a necessity, are apparent on the court, in his look and his mannerisms.
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New Men’s Basketball head coach is focused on finding the right mindset for the team
Smith, who was introduced as Men’s Basketball’s new head coach on March 28, said figuring out how players want to be pushed and motivated has been his primary focus in bringing the best out of his team.
