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The Rams used a surge of long range shooting to improve to 5-5 on the season as VCU handily sent the Braves home with a 86-58 drubbing. In a game that the Rams never trailed, VCU shot an impressive 48% from the field overall, including connections on 17 of their 39 three-point attempts for...

In an overtime clash that got the fans out of their seats, VCU (4-5) relinquished their early lead and fell short against the visiting Memphis Tigers; led by coaching Penny Hardaway. The final score painted a picture of heartbreak for the Rams, 85-80. VCU grabbed an early 10-point lead...

Max Shulga had a contested look from the corner as the game clock expired, but his triple attempt came up just short as the Rams fall to the Spartans of Norfolk State, 63-60. VCU was bothered all night by a pesky Norfolk State defense that held the Rams to 36% shooting from the floor. It...

VCU assistant coach Brad Burgess joins us to talk about the Rams' performance in the ESPN Events Invitational over the Thanksgiving holiday. He talks about the progress of the team, impact of the local talent on the roster, and what it has been like adjusting to college coaching after his work...

The Iowa State Cyclones faced off against the VCU Rams in a thrilling prime-time Thanksgiving game on ESPN2. The game unfolded with the Cyclones ultimately edging the Rams in the final 2 minutes with a final score of 68 to 64. The dynamic duo of Tyrese Lipsey and Kaden Gilbert led the Iowa...

VCU’s ESPN Events Invitational campaign was a challenging one, but a tournament that ultimately ended on a very high note, as VCU defeated Mike Rhoades’ Penn State Nittany Lions team, 86-74. The black and gold led for most of the contest and took a six-point lead into the half, but found...

VCU (2-1) head coach, Ryan Odom, called his first timeout less than four minutes into the game. After the Highlanders kicked off the game on a 10-2 run, it looked like the Rams would once again struggle to find a rhythm to their offense. But, as the saying goes, this is tale of two halves...

VCU (2-1) secured their second win in a row with a home victory over the Radford Highlanders (2-2). VCU was led by Jason Nelson who scored 19 points, while Tobi Lawal had a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.

After a surprising loss on Monday to start the 2023-2024 season the Rams rebounded with a 75-65 win against the Samford Bulldogs on Friday night. While the Rams shot an impressive 80% (20-25) from the charity stripe—the offense struggled to find their rhythm for much of the first half...

We're joined by special guest Rodney Ashby to discuss the recent home opener loss to McNeese State, preview the game tonight against Samford, and talk about the Havoc Unlimited Collective. Segments: Loss to McNeese State Previewing Samford White Jerseys Havoc Collective...

On Monday night the Rams hosted the Cowboys of McNeese State to start the 2023-24 season—and if that name sounds familiar it might be because their head coach is former VCU leader, Will Wade*. Utah State transfer, Max Shulga, opened the Ryan Odom era with a triple just 22 seconds into the game...

We’re bringing back the podcast this season, starting with appearances by Mat Shelton-Eide and Ed Nixon to talk about the state of the program. Agenda: New team / staff Black and Gold Game Joe Bamisile waiver status Sean Bairstow injury AAC discussion...

VCU transfer and Richmond native, Joe Bamisile, announced the NCAA has denied his immediate eligibility for this upcoming season. A Monacan High school product, Bamisile explained his decision to return home, which some speculated could earn him a hardship waiver that would grant him immediate...

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Coaches Cook-Off in Richmond, an event that brings together basketball coaches from Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia State University, University of Richmond and Virginia Union University. New VCU head coach Ryan Odom will face off against...

VCU hosted its first NIL town hall on Monday to provide VCU fans an opportunity to ask questions related to the new Havoc Unlimited Collective launched at the end of the 2022-2023 season. The hour long session included talking points from Robby Robinson, Rodney Ashby, VCU Athletic Director Ed...

Ram Nation is back in the "The Basketball Tournament", aka TBT, in the $1 million winner-take-all event aired on ESPN next month. It will be Ram Nation's fifth appearance and first since 2019. The predominantly VCU alumni squad has advanced to two Sweet 16s and an Elite 8 in previous...

VCU head coach Ryan Odom has landed the commitment of german hooper Jacob Patrick, a 6'6 guard who recently played with Ludwigsburg in the BBL (1st tier of pro basketball in Germany). Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress confirmed his commitment on Monday. Jacob averaged 5.9 points, shooting 52%...

(Photo courtesy of Sports Illustrated) VCU Men's Basketball Coach, Ryan Odom, has landed another player to the roster. Kuany Kuany Transfers from Cal to Virginia Commonwealth University Men's Basketball The highly talented forward, has announced his transfer from the University of California...

Michael Belle, a 6'7 wing and English native in the class of 2023 announced his commitment to VCU on May 14th, choosing the Rams over the Dayton Flyers. Belle is a highly versatile forward who averaged 17 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2.2 steals per game with Strasbourg in the French U21...